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In case you missed it, from November 2025: 1988 Olympic Gold Medalist and World's Fastest Man Ben Johnson talks about Charlie Francis, Dr Jamie Astaphan, Carl Lewis, Diego Maradona, Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi's son Al-Saadi, nearly joining the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, and a complete breakdown of his blazing 9.79 second 100m Gold Medal winning run at the 1988 Seoul Olympics! For everything Ben Johnson, please visit https://ben979.com/ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at https://www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Lance Ringnald was one of the youngest members ever of a USA Mens Gymnastics Olympic team when he competed at the 1988 Seoul Olympics as an 18-year-old.Mentioned in this episode:Check out the Smart Travel PodcastThis week's show is supported by the new Smart Travel Podcast. Travel smarter — and spend less — with help from NerdWallet. Check out Smart Travel at the Link below:Smart Travel PodcastCheck out all of our other travel podcasts from around the worldThis podcast is part of the Voyascape Travel Network, that brings together the world's best travel podcasts. You can find all of our podcasts from around the world at Voyascape.com. If you are interested in advertising or sponsored content on any of our shows you can find out more at the link below.Voyascape Podcast Network

On the Saturday May 9, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet YouTuber, actor, screenwriter, comedian, and musician Jasmeet Raina. His series “Late Bloomer,” a dramedy about a millennial Sikh content creator balancing online ambitions, family expectations, community pressures, and personal growth, is in its third season on Crave right now. Critics call it funny, heartfelt, and eye-opening. He rose to fame in the late 2000s/early 2010s on YouTube with sharp, satirical sketches about growing up in a Punjabi immigrant family in Guelph, Ontario. His irreverent humor on culture, family, and identity earned him millions of views and a loyal following but he stepped back from YouTube around 2018, to created, write, produce, and star in the semi-autobiographical “Late Bloomer.” Then, we’ll meet actor Shamier Anderson. He’s best known for roles like Deputy Marshal Xavier Dolls in Wynonna Earp, Trevante Cole in Invasion (Apple TV+), and the memorable Mr. Nobody / The Tracker in John Wick: Chapter 4. He’s also involved in initiatives supporting Black Canadian talent, like co-founding awards and events with his brother, actor Stephan James. Today we’re talking about how he made the switch from law enforcement to acting, studying kung fu and his latest role, playing controversial Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson. “Hate the Player: The Ben Johnson Story” is a satirical comedy miniseries for Paramount+ and GameTV that focuses on Johnson’s 1988 Seoul Olympics 100m gold medal win (and world record), the subsequent doping scandal that stripped him of it, and a “definitely-not-biased” retelling that explores the legacy, the pressure, and perhaps the bigger picture of athletics in that era. Finally, we spend some time with Nicholas Braun. You’ve seen him in supporting roles in films like “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” “How to Be Single” and “Zola,” although the 6'7" actor is best known as the awkward, ambitious Cousin Greg Hirsch on Crave’s “Succession,” a role that earned him three Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. Today, we’re talking about his latest project, “The Sheep Detectives,” a new, all-star whodunnit comedy now playing in theatres, about a flock of sheep attempt to solve a murder mystery. You heard me right. This bizarre but crowd-pleasing murder mystery for the whole family that could have been titled “CSI: Livestock.” Murder, talking sheep and philosophy intertwine to create echoes of “Babe: A Pig in the City” and “Old Yeller.” Nicolas Braun plays Tim, the only, and rather clumsy, police officer in a small town, who investigates the murder of the local shepherd played by Hugh Jackman, as a flock of crime-solving sheep try to crack the case first.

On the Saturday May 9, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we meet YouTuber, actor, screenwriter, comedian, and musician Jasmeet Raina. His series “Late Bloomer,” a dramedy about a millennial Sikh content creator balancing online ambitions, family expectations, community pressures, and personal growth, is in its third season on Crave right now. Critics call it funny, heartfelt, and eye-opening. He rose to fame in the late 2000s/early 2010s on YouTube with sharp, satirical sketches about growing up in a Punjabi immigrant family in Guelph, Ontario. His irreverent humor on culture, family, and identity earned him millions of views and a loyal following but he stepped back from YouTube around 2018, to created, write, produce, and star in the semi-autobiographical “Late Bloomer.” Then, we'll meet actor Shamier Anderson. He's best known for roles like Deputy Marshal Xavier Dolls in Wynonna Earp, Trevante Cole in Invasion (Apple TV+), and the memorable Mr. Nobody / The Tracker in John Wick: Chapter 4. He's also involved in initiatives supporting Black Canadian talent, like co-founding awards and events with his brother, actor Stephan James. Today we're talking about how he made the switch from law enforcement to acting, studying kung fu and his latest role, playing controversial Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson. “Hate the Player: The Ben Johnson Story” is a satirical comedy miniseries for Paramount+ and GameTV that focuses on Johnson's 1988 Seoul Olympics 100m gold medal win (and world record), the subsequent doping scandal that stripped him of it, and a “definitely-not-biased” retelling that explores the legacy, the pressure, and perhaps the bigger picture of athletics in that era. Finally, we spend some time with Nicholas Braun. You've seen him in supporting roles in films like “The Perks of Being a Wallflower,” “How to Be Single” and “Zola,” although the  6'7" actor is best known as the awkward, ambitious Cousin Greg Hirsch on Crave's “Succession,” a role that earned him three Primetime Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a Drama Series. Today, we're talking about his latest project, “The Sheep Detectives,” a new, all-star whodunnit comedy now playing in theatres, about a flock of sheep attempt to solve a murder mystery. You heard me right. This bizarre but crowd-pleasing murder mystery for the whole family that could have been titled “CSI: Livestock.” Murder, talking sheep and philosophy intertwine to create echoes of “Babe: A Pig in the City” and “Old Yeller.” Nicolas Braun plays Tim, the only, and rather clumsy, police officer in a small town, who investigates the murder of the local shepherd played by Hugh Jackman, as a flock of crime-solving sheep try to crack the case first.

It's been a while since we reviewed a classic opening ceremony, but all good things come to those who wait as today we bring you our take on the incredible 1988 Seoul Olympics opening ceremony! We explore Korean culture in all its colour and symbolism, breaking down what worked, what didn't, and why this ceremony remains one of the most unique we've ever seen. Colin also explains why he believes he would've been the true star of the ceremony had he been allowed to attend, and how he's processed that injustice all these years later. We touch on what might be the greatest stadium announcer of all time, question why the Dutch needed umbrellas, and attempt to identify exactly what one of the mascots was meant to be. And of course, we talk doves — including roast doves — and ask whether we maybe, just maybe, miss the smell of burning doves in the morning. You know you've missed these moments, so get pumped for a classic opening ceremony review in true Off The Podium style.

The focal point of this podcast episode is the examination of the Dutch women's hockey team's experiences and transformations from the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics to the 1988 Seoul Olympics. We delve into the intricate dynamics of team performance, exploring the transition from a golden triumph in Los Angeles to a bronze medal in Seoul, which was met with a sense of unfulfilled potential. Our distinguished guest, Marieke van Dorn, shares her insights on the evolving challenges faced by the team, including the necessity for innovation and adaptation in the face of increased competition. We engage in a profound conversation regarding the psychological and physical demands of elite sports, emphasizing the balance required to ensure athlete well-being while striving for excellence. Ultimately, this episode serves as a reflective exploration of the complexities inherent in high-level competition and the enduring impact of past experiences on future endeavors.The discussion centers around the experiences of Marieke van Dorn, a prominent figure in Dutch field hockey, particularly focusing on her Olympic journey through the years. The episode begins with a retrospective analysis of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, where van Dorn and her team achieved a gold medal, setting the stage for the subsequent Olympics in Seoul in 1988. The conversation delves into the expectations surrounding the Dutch women's hockey team, which had been on a formidable winning streak under the guidance of coach Gijs van Heumen. However, the narrative takes a turn as the team faces unforeseen challenges in Seoul, ultimately resulting in a bronze medal rather than the anticipated gold. The speakers reflect on the evolution of the game, the strategies employed by rival teams, and the necessity for innovation within their own gameplay. Van Dorn's insights into the psychological and emotional dynamics of competing at such a high level, and the impact of coaching decisions on player performance, are particularly poignant, highlighting the complexities inherent in elite sports. The episode intricately weaves together Marieke van Dorn's personal narrative with broader themes in competitive sports, particularly in relation to the psychology of athletes and the impact of coaching methodologies. Van Dorn recounts her experiences leading up to the Seoul Olympics, offering a candid critique of the Dutch team's approach during that period. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of mental resilience and flexibility, particularly in high-pressure situations such as the Olympics. The speakers underscore the necessity of fostering a supportive team environment, where players feel empowered to express their individual needs while still contributing to the collective goal. Van Dorn's insights extend beyond her personal experiences, touching upon the evolving nature of sports, the importance of maintaining a balance between performance and well-being, and the role of coaching in shaping athletes' experiences. As the conversation draws to a close, there is a sense of reflection on past achievements, lessons learned, and the aspirations for future generations of athletes.Takeaways:The discussion centers on the evolution of the women's hockey team from their glory days to the challenges faced in subsequent tournaments.Marieke van Dorn reflects on the coaching methods and strategic decisions that may have contributed to the team's performance during the Seoul Olympics.The podcast highlights the importance of adaptability and innovation in sports to stay competitive against evolving international teams.Mental health and the well-being of athletes are emphasized as crucial components of sustaining performance in high-pressure environments.Companies mentioned in this episode:RijnmondLos AngelesSeoulGijs van HeumenAustraliëGroot-BrittanniëMercedes KoginFranklinRoland OldmanEllison AnandNOC

The focal point of this podcast episode is the examination of the Dutch women's hockey team's experiences and transformations from the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics to the 1988 Seoul Olympics. We delve into the intricate dynamics of team performance, exploring the transition from a golden triumph in Los Angeles to a bronze medal in Seoul, which was met with a sense of unfulfilled potential. Our distinguished guest, Marieke van Dorn, shares her insights on the evolving challenges faced by the team, including the necessity for innovation and adaptation in the face of increased competition. We engage in a profound conversation regarding the psychological and physical demands of elite sports, emphasizing the balance required to ensure athlete well-being while striving for excellence. Ultimately, this episode serves as a reflective exploration of the complexities inherent in high-level competition and the enduring impact of past experiences on future endeavors.The discussion centers around the experiences of Marieke van Dorn, a prominent figure in Dutch field hockey, particularly focusing on her Olympic journey through the years. The episode begins with a retrospective analysis of the 1984 Los Angeles Olympics, where van Dorn and her team achieved a gold medal, setting the stage for the subsequent Olympics in Seoul in 1988. The conversation delves into the expectations surrounding the Dutch women's hockey team, which had been on a formidable winning streak under the guidance of coach Gijs van Heumen. However, the narrative takes a turn as the team faces unforeseen challenges in Seoul, ultimately resulting in a bronze medal rather than the anticipated gold. The speakers reflect on the evolution of the game, the strategies employed by rival teams, and the necessity for innovation within their own gameplay. Van Dorn's insights into the psychological and emotional dynamics of competing at such a high level, and the impact of coaching decisions on player performance, are particularly poignant, highlighting the complexities inherent in elite sports. The episode intricately weaves together Marieke van Dorn's personal narrative with broader themes in competitive sports, particularly in relation to the psychology of athletes and the impact of coaching methodologies. Van Dorn recounts her experiences leading up to the Seoul Olympics, offering a candid critique of the Dutch team's approach during that period. The dialogue emphasizes the significance of mental resilience and flexibility, particularly in high-pressure situations such as the Olympics. The speakers underscore the necessity of fostering a supportive team environment, where players feel empowered to express their individual needs while still contributing to the collective goal. Van Dorn's insights extend beyond her personal experiences, touching upon the evolving nature of sports, the importance of maintaining a balance between performance and well-being, and the role of coaching in shaping athletes' experiences. As the conversation draws to a close, there is a sense of reflection on past achievements, lessons learned, and the aspirations for future generations of athletes.Takeaways:The discussion centers on the evolution of the women's hockey team from their glory days to the challenges faced in subsequent tournaments.Marieke van Dorn reflects on the coaching methods and strategic decisions that may have contributed to the team's performance during the Seoul Olympics.The podcast highlights the importance of adaptability and innovation in sports to stay competitive against evolving international teams.Mental health and the well-being of athletes are emphasized as crucial components of sustaining performance in high-pressure environments.Companies mentioned in this episode:RijnmondLos AngelesSeoulGijs van HeumenAustraliëGroot-BrittanniëMercedes KoginFranklinRoland OldmanEllison AnandNOC

Hate the game....always hate the game....On this very special episode we dive into the heart of a national scandal for us Canadians....and in Canadian fashion, we're not afraid to poke a little fun at ourselves either...Available on GameTV and Paramount+; 'Hate The Player': The Ben Johnson Story is a satirical look back at a time of national pride when Ben Johnson won the Gold Medal for the 100 m Dash at the 1988 Olympics in Seoul.It almost felt too soon to laugh at this, but show runner Anthony Q Farrell has tackled this in such an unabashedly funny way, that you just can't help to laugh your ass off at this show.We had the pleasure of sitting down with one of the stars of it all, friend of the show the one and only Andrew Phung to talk about getting on board for this ride, along with our usual obsessions like Physical Media and Vintage Wrestling Action Figures.'Hate The Player': The Ben Johnson Story is on GameTV and Paramount+ now!

On the Saturday April 4, 2026 edition of The Richard Crouse Show we’ll meet actor Shamier Anderson. He's best known for roles like Deputy Marshal Xavier Dolls in Wynonna Earp, Trevante Cole in Invasion (Apple TV+), and the memorable Mr. Nobody / The Tracker in John Wick: Chapter 4. He's also involved in initiatives supporting Black Canadian talent, like co-founding awards and events with his brother, actor Stephan James. Today we’re talking about how he made the switch from law enforcement to acting, studying kung fu and his latest role, playing controversial Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson. “Hate the Player: The Ben Johnson Story" is a satirical comedy miniseries for Paramount+ and GameTV that focuses on Johnson's 1988 Seoul Olympics 100m gold medal win (and world record), the subsequent doping scandal that stripped him of it, and a "definitely-not-biased" retelling that explores the legacy, the pressure, and perhaps the bigger picture of athletics in that era. Then we meet Herman Tømmeraas, an actor best known for breakout roles like Christoffer Schistad in the Norwegian hit teen series Skam (Shame), he co-starred in Netflix's Ragnarok, and more recently, played the troubled rock star Payton Adler in the 2025 Canadian thriller Sweetness (directed by Emma Higgins). In Sweetness, he plays a dysfunctional, drug-addicted musician whose life intersects with an obsessive teenage superfan (Kate Hallett) in a dark, twisted story exploring fame, addiction, obsession, and captivity—often compared to a Gen Z take on Misery. The movie is great, but there’s more. The fictional band in the film, Floorplan, is releasing an album! While the band only exists within the film’s universe, the music behind it is very real. Performed by my guest, actor Herman Tømmeraas, and written and produced by JUNO Award-winning Canadian composers and artists Blitz//Berlin, Floorplan blurs the line between fiction and reality, with the music exploring themes of addiction, emotional reckoning, and hard-earned clarity through the perspective of Herman’s character in the film, Payton Adler.

This episode of In Stride is sponsored by VetCS. VetCS is an equine veterinarian–founded company creating science-backed hemp products for everything from joint support to calming solutions for stressful situations. Their clean, consistent formulas are made by horse people who truly understand horses. Visit https://vetcs.com/pages/in-stride to purchase and use code InStride20 for 20% off.  This episode is also sponsored by The Equestrian College Advisor. Navigate the college search with confidence and find the right fit for both academics and riding. Visit equestriancollegeadvisor.com to learn more and book a consultation.  In this episode of “In Stride,” Sinead is joined by the one and only Peter Grey.  Peter Gray is an accomplished Olympic event rider, international judge, and high-level coach. He competed at the Olympic Games as an event rider, including the 1984 Los Angeles and 1988 Seoul Olympics, and earned individual bronze at the 1987 Pan American Games. As a coach, he served as the Canadian national team coach from 1996 to 2000 and has held roles including Canadian team selector and high-performance leadership roles in both Canada and the U.S. As a judge, Peter holds a USEF ‘S' dressage license and an FEI Level 3 eventing license, judging through the five-star level, and was appointed as a judge for the 2022 FEI World Eventing Championships in Italy.   Peter reflects on the many roles he's held throughout his career and the lessons he's learned along the way, including:  • How growing up on the small island of Bermuda shaped his path to becoming an international competitor  • Training principles that stand the test of time, and approaches the sport needs to move beyond • Why proper coaching matters, and the value of learning from coaches with extensive experience at the upper levels  • How judging has influenced his perspective on riding, both in hindsight and in how he views the sport today Join Peter and Sinead for a thoughtful conversation about riding, coaching, judging, and a career that has spanned every level of the sport.  In Stride is brought to you by Ride iQ. Ride iQ helps everyday riders ride with more clarity, confidence, and purpose through on-demand audio lessons from world-class coaches. Members also get weekly live Q&As with equestrian experts, exclusive podcast episodes, dressage test playbooks, and supportive community conversations that make learning feel fun and doable. If you want to give it a try, you can learn more and start your free 14-day trial at Ride-iQ.com⁠. Want straightforward, expert advice on keeping your horse sound and thriving? Dr. Erica Lacher's eight-part program, Horse Health Essentials, is now available, and you can use code POD35 for 35% off. Learn more at RideIQElevate.com/horse-health. Ask An Expert is your go-to podcast for practical, real-world advice from top equestrian professionals. From improving your riding to mastering everyday horse care, our experts break it all down. Listen wherever you get your podcasts: https://pod.link/1776969830

***The first part of this interview discusses topics that some may find distressing*** At 6ft 4' and over 300 pounds, Welshwoman Rebecca Roberts is the current, and three times winner of the World's Strongest Woman Championship. But for Rebecca competing in displays of great strength is about more than just showing the world that healthy women can have body shapes of all types and sizes. For her the sport was her saviour, a way to boost her self esteem and self worth, and reclaim what had been so cruelly taken from her. Britain's Emma Finucane did not just have to overcome the physical challenges to become an Olympic champion in Paris, she had to battle her way through the stigma of developing a body built for cycling, where legs are the engine and the muscles, something that does not fit with what a stereotype of what a woman's body should look like. The global fitness industry is estimated to be worth more than $250 billion and growing. But with so much money at stake, not to mention the health of humanity, what is the best form of training and fitness? Dr Conor Heffernan from Ulster University has recently published his latest book, When Fitness Went Global: The Rise of Physical Culture in the Nineteenth Century. It is a book about the history of the fitness industry intertwined with his own fitness journeyAt the Seoul Olympics of 1988 American sprinter Florence Griffith-Joyner became the first American woman to win four medals in a single games. She also broke the world record in the 200m to go along with her 100m record achieved earlier that same year. Both records still stand to this day! But Flo-Jo, as she was nicknamed, was also famous for her flamboyant nails and unique dress sense. In a rare interview, Flo-Jo's husband Al Joyner, remembers her achievements and premature death in 1998.(Photo: Collectible illustrated tobacco or cigarette card, published in 1938 by Ardath Tobacco Company, depicting a woman demonstrating the two positions for side stretching. Credit: Nextrecord Archives/Getty Images)

1988 Olympic Gold Medalist and Worlds Fastest Man Ben Johnson talks about Charlie Francis, Dr Jamie Astaphan, Carl Lewis, Diego Maradona, Libyan dictator Muammar Gaddafi's son Al-Saadi, nearly joining the NFL's Dallas Cowboys, his upcoming 6 episode television series, and a complete breakdown of his blazing 9.79 100m Gold Medal winning run at the 1988 Seoul Olympics! For everything Ben Johnson, please visit https://ben979.com/ TORONTO LEGENDS is hosted by Andrew Applebaum at andrew.applebaum@gmail.com All episodes available at https://www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What makes something feel Korean? Journalist Tommy Craggs joins us to unpack Big Korean Energy, from the '88 Seoul Olympics to Son Heung-min, Cubs fandom to K-pop Demon Hunters. We dig into how sports and culture shaped his Korean consciousness, how today's global K-wave ties back to the trauma of war and occupation, and what it means to raise a Korean kid without turning into a samchon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

At the 1988 Seoul Olympics, in South Korea, Greg Louganis hit his head on the springboard. It was during the preliminary rounds while he was attempting a reverse 2½ pike.It caused a gash to his head, with blood trickling down his head. At the time, only he and his coach Ron O'Brien knew he was HIV positive.In 2012 he spoke to Peter Bowes about that moment. Eye-witness accounts brought to life by archive and testimony. Sporting Witness is for those fascinated by sporting history. We take you to the events that have shaped the sports world through the eyes of the people who were there. For nine minutes, you become a fan in the stands as we take you back in time to examine memorable victories and agonising defeats from all over the world. You'll hear from people who have achieved sporting immortality, or those who were there as incredible sporting moments unfolded.Recent episodes explore the forgotten football Women's World Cup, the plasterer who fought a boxing legend, international football's biggest ever beating and the man who swam the Amazon river. We look at the lives of some of the most famous F1 drivers, tennis players and athletes as well as people who've had ground-breaking impact in their chosen sporting field, including: the most decorated Paralympian, the woman who was the number 1 squash player in the world for nine years, and the first figure skater to wear a hijab. You can learn all about fascinating and surprising stories, such as the tennis player who escaped the Nazis, how a man finally beat a horse in a race, and how the FIFA computer game was created.(Photo: Diver Greg Louganis of the US shown hitting his head on the diving board. Credit: Rich Clarkson / Rich Clarkson & Associates)

September 24, 1988. Ben Johnson wins the men's 100 meters final at the Seoul Olympics, only to be stripped of his medal three days later. This episode originally aired in 2024.Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more.History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Jimmy Mellado leads Compassion International, a global, church-driven ministry serving children in poverty across 29 countries. Born in El Salvador (full name: Santiago “Jimmy” Mellado), he grew up across Latin America and Asia, ran decathlon at SMU, and later represented El Salvador in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. His life and leadership are anchored in faith, family, and a deep conviction that true impact starts with who we're becoming—then flows into what we do. In this episode, Brad sits down with Jimmy at Compassion's global ministry center in Colorado Springs for a candid conversation about identity, calling, technology, and the local church. Jimmy shares formative stories from his childhood and athletic journey, the moment he sensed a calling to serve the church after the Olympics, and the identity wake-up that led him to embrace his heritage.  He talks about following Wess Stafford as CEO, why Compassion is first a church-equipping child discipleship organization (sponsorship is the funding mechanism, not the identity), and how the ministry is modernizing—moving to the cloud, piloting secure, real-time communication, and using AI to protect children online. Along the way, Jimmy offers grounded wisdom on leadership burdens, character, and doing God's work without sacrificing God's work in you. “Let's not do God's work in ways that hurt His work in us.” – Jimmy Mellado “His yoke is easy and His burden is light—so if it's heavy, who made it heavy?” – Jimmy Mellado “Special gifts can take a leader places where the absence of character won't let them stay.” – Jimmy Mellado This Week on The Wow Factor: Jimmy's upbringing: born in El Salvador, moving 40+ times as his engineer father built infrastructure across the developing world Early faith formation: parents as his “first pastors,” family as his first church while on the move Track to the Olympics: SMU scholarship and competing for El Salvador at the 1988 Seoul Olympics A calling in Seoul: witnessing church revival in South Korea and returning with a mission to serve the church Identity moment: embracing “Santiago” and his Latino heritage after being told “you don't count”—and how God used it to realign his calling Friendship with Wess Stafford and the path to leading Compassion What Compassion is: a church-equipping, child-discipleship ministry (sponsorship fuels the work but doesn't define it) The need right now: millions registered, hundreds of thousands awaiting sponsors—why the gap matters at the child level Modernizing at scale: retiring custom code, moving to cloud platforms, and building for quality, security, and growth Pilots in Peru and Ghana: secure, real-time communication among sponsors, children, and local church leaders Safety by design: using AI to flag inappropriate content and grooming language to protect kids A pastor's six-hour drive in Togo to make the plea: “Let me thank our sponsors and tell the story of impact.” Leadership and soul care: trading anxiety for gratitude, resisting the urge to carry what only God can carry Being vs. doing: why who you're becoming is the most important contribution you'll ever make Jimmy Mellado's Word of Wisdom: Become first, then do. Stay rooted in Christ, invite trusted voices to speak truth, and steward your assignment without making it heavy. The most enduring impact isn't what you accomplish—it's the person you're becoming as you walk with God. Connect With Compassion Compassion's Website Compassion's YouTube Compassion's Facebook Compassion's Instagram Compassion's LinkedIn Jimmy's LinkedIn Connect with The Wow Factor:   WOW Factor Website   Brad Formsma on LinkedIn    Brad Formsma on Instagram    Brad Formsma on Facebook    X (formerly Twitter)   

Rob Stull was elected president of the International Modern Pentathlon Union in November 2024, a four-year tenure that includes the 2028 Olympic Summer Games in Los Angeles. Stull was an alternate to the 1984 U.S. Olympic modern pentathlon team, competed in both fencing and modern pentathlon at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, then competed in modern pentathlon at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. Starting at the LA28 Games, modern pentathlon will replace equestrian riding with obstacle racing after a long process that took several years. Modern pentathlon is a five-sport event that, for 2028, will include fencing, freestyle swimming, obstacle course racing, laser pistol shooting and cross-country running. We discussed the lead-up to LA28, Stull’s work at the international federation since being elected president and much more. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Legendary Australian Swimmer, Duncan Armstrong, joins Luke Grant, to take us back to his underdog gold medal victory at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, the heart attack that changed his life, and the important health check that you need to make.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This is episode three of a four-part series created in collaboration with Redtorch called What's Sport Selling? It's a conversation with John Ridgeon, the chief executive of World Athletics. Previous episodes in the series:UP443 Big Sugar, Big Pharma...Where's the Big Sport Lobby?UP458 Fitness, Toxicity and the Importance of the ASICS MessageJon Ridgeon bioAthletic Career (1980s-1990s)Born: February 14, 1967, Bury St. Edmunds, SuffolkKey Achievement: Silver medal at the 1987 World Championships in Rome in 110m hurdlesOlympic Participation: Represented Great Britain at 1988 Seoul Olympics and 1996 Atlanta OlympicsPersonal Best: 13.29 seconds in 110m hurdles (British record holder)Education: Magdalene College, CambridgeBusiness Career (1998-2019)Fast Track Sports Marketing (1998-2012): Founding and managing partner of Fast Track. Broadcasting: TV commentator for BBC and BSkyB Achieve Events: Director where he helped build the mass participation events business until its acquisition in 2015European Sports Championships: Director of the 2018 multi-sport championship eventWorld Athletics Leadership (2019-Present)Appointment: Appointed CEO in December 2018Mandate: Working alongside President Sebastian Coe to modernize and grow athletics globallyThis podcast is sponsored by Redtorch, a global research & creative agency passionately dedicated to making sport more relevant. We help sports rights holders and brands punch above their weight. Born in the Olympic movement, we thrive under pressure – small teams, high stakes, global eyes. We're trusted and retained by many of the world's biggest sports because we offer everything you'd want from a specialist agency: unmatched flexibility, the best people and a constant stream of innovative ideas.Visit redtorch.sport to learn how we consistently grow audiences, deliver high-impact creative and turn cultural signals into a winning advantaUnofficial Partner is the leading podcast for the business of sport. A mix of entertaining and thought provoking conversations with a who's who of the global industry. To join our community of listeners, sign up to the weekly UP Newsletter and follow us on Twitter and TikTok at @UnofficialPartnerWe publish two podcasts each week, on Tuesday and Friday. These are deep conversations with smart people from inside and outside sport. Our entire back catalogue of 400 sports business conversations are available free of charge here. Each pod is available by searching for ‘Unofficial Partner' on Apple, Spotify, Google, Stitcher and every podcast app. If you're interested in collaborating with Unofficial Partner to create one-off podcasts or series, you can reach us via the website.

Clairsy’s Tragic Music Box took us back to 1988. A year of Australia's Bicentenary celebrations, Atari gaming consoles and MagnaDoodles, 1988 was the year Channel 10 went to air in Perth, Murray Street was not yet a mall and petrol cost just 60 cents a litre for petrol. Oh.. and can you remember how many gold medals Australian won at the Seoul Olympics? Hint – not many.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Titus and Mick chat about the chaos surrounding the 1988 Seoul Olympics 100m final, diving into Ben Johnson’s steroid scandal, Carl Lewis’ golden opportunity, and all the bizarre twists that made it the dirtiest race in history. If you’d like more Sports Bizarre, become a member of Bizarre Plus. Click here to join today As a member, you’ll get: A weekly bonus podcast Access to all past episodes Exclusive behind-the-scenes access Access to the members-only chatroom Ability to vote on future episodes Early access to any live show tickets See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us a textIn 1988, Ben Johnson took Canada to the highest heights when he ran 9.79 Seconds at the Seoul Olympics. But then a positive drug test brought the sprinter and Canada crashing to the ground. Writer Mary Ormsby was there and on this edition of Newsmakers, we talk about that historic day and what happened to Ben later.

Comment on this episode by going to KDramaChat.comToday, we'll be discussing Episode 7 of When Life Gives You Tangerines, the hit K Drama on Netflix starring IU as Oh Ae-sun, Park Bo-gum as Yang Gwan-sik as young adults, Moon So-ri as Oh Ae-sun and Park Hae-joon as Yang Gwan-sik as older adults, and Lee Jun-young as Park Young-beom. We'll also discuss Yeom Hye-ran, the actress who plays Jeon Gwang-rye, Oh Ae-sun's mother. We discuss:The song featured during the recap: "To the Land of Hope" by Choi Baek-ho, a song that evokes nostalgia and the passage of youth.Feedback from our amazing listeners, including a poem shared by Winfor Lam and insights from Malcolm, Seven Seas, and Sue about character development and OST impact.How Gwan-sik is portrayed as the "perfect man," which we all think is unrealistic.Ae-sun's powerful transformation, stepping into her role as a leader by lying in front of a government truck to defend the haenyeos.The portrayal of Korea during the 1980s, including steps the government took to modernize the country before the 1988 Seoul Olympics.The clash between the haenyeos and Bu Sang-gil's efforts to shut down their market — a symbolic fight for community survival.Ae-sun's eventual election as Chief, her "harvesting season" after years of hardship and injustice.The bitter-sweetness of Ae-sun's triumph because she missed her mother so much.Geum-myeong's dangerous situation in Seoul, being framed while refusing to commit academic fraud under pressure from a wealthy family.Eun-myeong's struggles and acts of rebellion, highlighting the sibling dynamic and the emotional weight of living in Geum-myeong's shadow.The cultural references to "Aegukga," Korea's national anthem, and the interesting use of "Auld Lang Syne" in East Asia.The deep camaraderie and subtle politics among village women, including the surprise of Yeong-ran voting for Ae-sun.The tradition and symbolism of gifting rice cakes (tteok) when Ae-sun thanks the haenyeos for their lifelong support.Spotlight on Yeom Hye-ran, her acting background, her accolades, and her pivotal role as Gwang-rye in When Life Gives You Tangerines.Next week, we will recap and analyze episode 8 of When Life Gives You Tangerines. We'll also talk about Park Hae joon, the actor who plays adult Gwan sik. Did you know that he was once named “the nation's adulterer?”ReferencesAegukga - Wikipedia (South Korean national anthem)Aegukka - Wikipedia   (North Korean national anthem)Lim Young-woong - WikipediaTrot (music) - WikipediaChoi Beck Ho on Spotify

THE CAM MYERS SPECIAL Fresh off breaking the world U20 indoor mile record, Cam Myers, joins the show today amidst the hype of an incredible start to his 2025 campaign. Cam, who hails from Australia, became the second-youngest runner in history to break the four-minute barrier in the mile in 2023. He kicked off 2025 by running a 3:53.12 at the Dr. Sander Invitational–taking almost two seconds off the world indoor U20 mile record that was set in 2009. He proceeded to show up to the New Balance Indoor Grand Prix in Boston and run a 7:33.12 in the 3,000m, setting an Australian national record. Cam continued to blow the doors off of U20 expectations and standards by running an astounding 3:47.48 mile at the iconic Wanamaker Mile at the Millrose Games on February 8, besting his previous mile record by five seconds while running the fourth-fastest indoor mile in history. In addition to his personal bests in the mile and 1500m indoors, he has an outdoor 800m PR of 1:47.11. Cam has notably broken Jakob Ingebrigtsen's mile, 1500m, and 3,000m age-group records.With Olympic dreams clearly in his sights, Cam has already secured hardware during the World U20 Championships in 2024, where he won a silver medal in the 1500m in Peru, running a 3:40.60 and just nearly missing gold. Cam started training under coach Lee Bobbin as a 10-year-old, and then began training under well-known Australian coach Dick Telford, who has guided the likes of Lisa Martin–a silver medalist in the marathon at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Before committing to running full-time as a 14-year-old, Cam dreamed of playing soccer for Chelsea. He grew up playing striker and loving the sport, before running took over prominence in his life.In today's conversation, Cam takes me through his monumental 3:47 mile, what led into this breakthrough performance, what he wants to accomplish in his career one day, his plans for 2025 and becoming the best, how he trains, and so much more.This conversation was such a treat. Cam is going place. Don't miss hearing his story before you start to hear his name everywhere. Tap into the Cam Myers Special.  If you enjoy the podcast, please consider following us on Spotify and Apple Podcasts and giving us a five-star review! I would also appreciate it if you share it with your friend who you think will benefit from it. If this episode blesses you, please share it with a friend!S H O W  N O T E S -BUY MERCH BEFORE IT'S GONE: https://shop.therunningeffect.run-Our Website: https://therunningeffect.run -THE PODCAST ON YOUTUBE: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClLcLIDAqmJBTHeyWJx_wFQ -My Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/therunningeffect/?hl=en⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

For twenty-two years, Yelena was competing at the highest levels in sports. Hailing from Russia, she was part of the Olympic basketball team of her country for several years from 1988 to 2000. She won the Olympic bronze medal in Seoul Olympics in 1988 and the gold medal in Barcelona in 1992.  While she saw the pinnacle of achievement in her sports career, many other dimensions of her personality were waiting for expression for decades together. That opening of her soul happened when she stepped into Prasanthi Nilayam in Nov 2023. She longed to return to this ‘Kingdom of Love' as she calls it and visited again in Nov 2024. Fortunately, now we were able to capture a glimpse of her inner journey, which is truly a tale of how the seemingly invisible Swami brings such incredible transformations in peoples' hearts so subtly and solidly.

Team USA Women's Judo Prepared Her For A Federal Law Enforcement Career, But Not 9-11. Special Episode. A seasoned federal law enforcement officer and former USA Judo Team member, embodies resilience, discipline, and service. Her journey from the competitive judo mat to the harrowing aftermath of the 9/11 attacks showcases a life of unwavering dedication to justice and public safety. Dr. Jean Kanokogi is our guest and she reflects on how the principles she learned through judo prepared her for a career in federal law enforcement, but not for the tragedy she faced at Ground Zero. The interview with her is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. As a member of the USA Judo Team, she represented the country in international competitions, earning numerous medals. The discipline, focus, and resilience she developed in judo became the foundation for her 25-year career in federal law enforcement. Check out and follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. A Legacy of Strength and Equality in Women’s Judo Jean’s path was heavily influenced by her mother, Rusty Kanokogi, known globally as the “Mother of Women’s Judo.” Rusty’s relentless advocacy for gender equality revolutionized the sport, securing a place for women in competitive judo on the world stage. Rusty’s memoir, "Get Up & Fight" (co-written by Jean), chronicles her battles for women’s rights, from founding the first Women’s World Judo Championship in 1980 to earning a historic spot for women’s judo in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. You'll find supporting stories about this and much more from Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast in platforms like Medium, Newsbreak and Blogspot. Rusty’s influence extended beyond the dojo. She collaborated with tennis legend Billie Jean King to champion Title IX, ensuring women’s equal access to sports and education. Her pioneering spirit left an indelible mark on women’s athletics, inspiring generations, including her daughter Jean, to break barriers. Team USA Women's Judo Prepared Her For A Federal Law Enforcement Career, But Not 9-11. Listen to the interview as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast website, also available on platforms like Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and most major podcast outlets. From the Judo Mat to Ground Zero Jean Kanokogi’s own journey and law enforcement career is remarkable. However, no amount of training could have fully prepared her for the events of September 11, 2001. Following the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center, Jean was among the thousands of responders who worked tirelessly at Ground Zero, or "the Pile," as it was often called. She assisted in investigations and recovery efforts, witnessing firsthand the devastating human toll of the attacks. Her experience at Ground Zero left a profound impact on her, reinforcing the importance of mental health support for law enforcement professionals. Follow the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and podcast on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Newsbreak, Medium and most all social media platforms. Advocating for Mental Health in Law Enforcement Jean’s role as the Director of Mental Health and Peer Support Services for the Federal Law Enforcement Officers Association allows her to bridge the gap between public safety and mental wellness. She works on bipartisan initiatives to improve mental health resources for officers and provides peer support to those grappling with the challenges of their careers. Jean is also a prolific writer and speaker, authoring articles on mental health and law enforcement and consulting on television programs like *Law and Order: Special Victims Unit*. Her work continues to spotlight the need for compassion and resilience in a demanding profession. Team USA Women's Judo Prepared Her For A Federal Law Enforcement Career, But Not 9-11. It is available as a free podcast on the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and most major podcast platforms. Honoring Rusty’s Legacy In 2022, Jean was promoted to a sixth-degree black belt in Judo, an honor that brought her full circle with her mother’s legacy. During the ceremony, Jean was presented with Rusty’s original belt, a symbol of the indomitable spirit that both women share. Today, Jean continues to teach judo as a Sensei, instilling the values of discipline and equality in a new generation of athletes. Keep informed by following the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, MeWe, Pinterest, Newsbreak, Medium and other social media outlets. Reflecting on 9/11 The events of 9/11 remain etched in the nation’s memory. Nearly 3,000 people lost their lives in the coordinated terrorist attacks, which involved the hijacking of four commercial airplanes. The Twin Towers’ collapse devastated New York City and left behind a site of unimaginable destruction. For months, first responders, including Jean, worked amidst the rubble, embodying the courage and selflessness that defined the nation’s response. Team USA Women's Judo Prepared Her For A Federal Law Enforcement Career, But Not 9-11. Sharing Her Story Dr. Jean Kanokogi’s journey is a testament to the power of perseverance and service. Through her podcast appearances on platforms like Apple, Spotify, Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, she shares her unique perspective on overcoming challenges, from the competitive judo mat to the frontlines of law enforcement. Platforms like the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast website, Apple Podcasts and Spotify make these stories more accessible. As the 9/11 anniversary approaches, Jean’s story serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by so many and the enduring strength found in those who carry their legacy forward. Get the latest news articles, without all the bias and spin, from the Law Enforcement Talk Radio Show and Podcast on the Newsbreak app, which is free. Background song Hurricane is used with permission from the band Dark Horse Flyer. Find a wide variety of great podcasts online at The Podcast Zone Facebook Page, look for the one with the bright green logo Be sure to check out our website. 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September 24, 1988. Ben Johnson wins the men's 100 meters final at the Seoul Olympics, only to be stripped of his medal three days later.Support the show! Join Into History for ad-free listening and more.History Daily is a co-production of Airship and Noiser.Go to HistoryDaily.com for more history, daily.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With the Olympic Games lighting up Paris, we're thrilled to rebroadcast an unforgettable episode featuring a true legend — Greg Louganis, the greatest diver of all time. Join Eva Karpman as she dives into an inspiring conversation with the four-time Olympic champion who has set the gold standard in the world of diving. https://dreambigpodcast.com/419 Greg Louganis' journey to greatness began at the 1976 Montreal Games, where he claimed silver in the 10m platform at just 16. Despite the heartbreak of the 1980 Moscow Games boycott, Greg's resilience and unmatched skill led him to double gold at the 1984 Los Angeles Games, a feat he repeated at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. His story is one of perseverance, triumph, and breaking barriers, including his role as a trailblazer in the LGBT community. In this episode, you'll discover: How Greg found his passion for diving. Greg's strategies for handling bullies and his advice for young dreamers facing similar challenges. The rigorous training schedule and the countless dives that honed his legendary skills. The mindset of an Olympic champion during high-stakes competition. The incredible story behind his courageous comeback after a head injury at the 1988 Olympics. How societal perceptions have evolved and Greg's impact on the LGBT community. What Greg is up to today and his Big Dreams for the future. Greg Louganis' story is a testament to the power of hard work, overcoming obstacles, and never giving up. Whether you're an aspiring athlete, a dreamer, or simply love a story of human spirit and resilience, this episode is packed with inspiration and life lessons. Tune in and let the Olympic spirit fuel your dreams! Subscribe, rate, and review the Dream Big Podcast on iTunes to stay inspired and keep dreaming big! We love hearing from our Big Dreamers and your 5 STAR REVIEW ⭐ helps us improve and reach more listeners like you. So, please take a moment to leave a review on Apple Podcasts and let us know what you loved most about the episode. Scroll to the bottom, tap to rate with five stars, and select “Write a Review.” Then be sure to let us know what you loved most about the episode! Also, if you haven't done so already, follow the podcast. We will be adding a bunch of bonus episodes to the feed and, if you're not following, there's a good chance you'll miss out. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts. https://dreambigpodcast.com/itunes Join Dream Big Podcast on Social: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dreambigpodcast/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@dreambig.podcast TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@dreambigpodcast Twitter: https://twitter.com/dreambigpod Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dreambigpodcast #familypodcast #kidslearn #kidsstory #kidspodcast #dreambigpodcast #kidsstorypodcast #storypodcast #kidpodcaster #audioforkids #homeschooling #homeschool #roadtrip #carride #roadtripstory #sophiakarpman #evakarpman #olgakarpman #kidsinterviews #inspiring #inspiringkids #motivational #motivationalaudio #kidentrepreneurs #kidsbooks #kidslearning #kidsstory #bedtimestory #dreambigkindnesschallenge #kidsapp #kidsempowerment #girlstory #familylegacy #kidsenterprenuers #expectations #kidsexpectations #kidsart #olympicgames2024 ##olympicgames #parisolympic2024 #greglouganis #olympicgoat #olympicdivinglegend   

***Fan Vote for The APVA Awards is still open*** and we want to hold onto our best music show title. Help us by voting here: https://apva.africa/?fluent-form=26 It's Weekend at Dori's, as your favorite zombie-like co-host makes it to the studio. And she's just in time to hear about the last tweet Richard Simmons drafted, the most '80s song ever produced, and how Madonna made the new Deadpool movie even better. Our movies take us to 1983, and as the Olympics heat up, we go back to the '80s for the sort of bizarre stories that could only happen in that decade. **Welcome and Introduction (00:00:17)** **Voting Time (00:01:38)** **Richard Simmons News (00:02:45)** **Upcoming Deadpool Movie (00:05:11)** **Madonna and Deadpool (00:06:15)** **Kurt Darren's 80s Song (00:11:22)** **Teen Mag Discussion (00:19:26)** **Retro Songs List (00:22:22)** **Movie Recommendations and Milestones (00:25:44)** **Beetlejuice Sequel Mention (00:27:30)** **80s Movie Memory Challenges (00:28:19)** **Discussion of 'All the Right Moves' (00:28:56)** **Tom Cruise's Character Background (00:31:03)** **Leah Thompson's Role (00:34:08)** **Plot Twist and Spoilers (00:35:46)** **Feminist Perspective on Character Sacrifice (00:36:50)** **Conclusion of 'All the Right Moves' (00:37:27)** **Introduction of 'Class' Movie (00:38:04)** **Rob Lowe and Andrew McCarthy's Dynamic (00:39:26)** **Complicated Themes in 'Class' (00:45:02)** **Zola Budd and the 1984 Olympics (00:48:11)** **The Curse of the Olympic Flame (00:51:54)** **Wrap-Up and Final Thoughts (00:55:08)** Mentions African Podcast Association: "00:01:38" Patreon: "00:27:23" "Sex" by Madonna: "00:09:58" "Whose Line Is It Anyway?": "00:03:06" "Like a Prayer" by Madonna: "00:06:15" "Eye of the Tiger" by Survivor: "00:16:31" "Take On Me" by A-ha: "00:16:34" "Dancing on the Ceiling" by Lionel Richie: "00:16:31" "Never Gonna Give You Up": "00:24:34" "Rhythm Nation": "00:24:34" "Everybody Wants to Rule the World": "00:24:34" "All the Right Moves": "00:28:35" "Class": "00:39:26" Eminem: "00:25:26" Zola Budd: "00:48:11" Mary Decker: "00:49:26" Richard Simmons: "00:55:24" Kurt Darren: "00:55:36" Newhart Show: "00:56:19" 80s pop culture, That 80s Show, Richard Simmons, Deadpool movie, Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, Madonna, Queen of Pop, Beyoncé, Taylor Swift, Kurt Darren, Die 80s, retro songs, 1980s movies, All the Right Moves, Tom Cruise, Leah Thompson, Class, Brat Pack, John Cusack, Andrew McCarthy, Rob Lowe, Alan Ruck, Zola Budd, 1984 Olympics, South African athlete, apartheid, Olympic flame, 1988 Seoul Olympics, nostalgia, 80s music, pop culture news, humorous banter, light-hearted discussion, music licensing, iconic 80s songs

Scott Keach is a two-time Olympian with a remarkable 28-year gap between his Olympic appearances. Sharing his incredible journey and insights, Scott's unique path from competing in eventing at the 1988 Seoul Olympics to show jumping at the 2016 Rio Olympics offers a fascinating look at dedication and perseverance in the sport. Scott reveals his essential practices for maintaining peak horse performance including training routines, care strategies, and the importance of understanding each horse's temperament. Listen in to hear Scott's thoughts on the vital role of mentors in his career, his approach to guiding young riders today, and his advice for those aspiring to reach the top.

What does it take to become the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in Taekwondo? Our special guest, Arlene Limas, shares her remarkable journey from starting martial arts at the age of five to her triumphant victory at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Arlene gives us an inside look at her grueling training regimen, the mental and physical challenges she faced, and the emotional moment of standing on the Olympic podium. She also reflects on how the true significance of her achievement only hit her years later. This episode is a testament to perseverance, discipline, and the power of believing in oneself.But Arlene's story doesn't end with her Olympic triumph. As the CEO of PAVE (Prevention, Proactive Anti-Violence Education), she channels her experience as an elite athlete into advocating for safer workplaces and communities. We dive into how her athletic career shaped her approach to addressing issues like microaggressions, gaslighting, and workplace violence. We also explore PAVE's impactful initiatives, including a successful partnership with the city of Oakland that pairs paramedics with community members trained in crisis intervention. This conversation highlights the critical importance of creating safer environments through proactive measures and community engagement.Arlene also shares inspiring anecdotes about the importance of mixed-gender training for female athletes, the challenges of subtle sexism and racism in professional fields, and the power of early mentorship. Her insights into empowerment and resilience offer valuable lessons for athletes and professionals alike. We wrap up with a success story from the Alameda County Library that showcases the real-world impact of PAVE's training programs. Tune in to be inspired by Arlene Limas' incredible journey and her unwavering commitment to fostering positive change in both sports and society.

Episode 3T2 of the Sports Media Podcast features Mary Ormsby, the author of "World's Fastest Man*: The Incredible Life Of Ben Johnson." Ormsby worked at the Toronto Star for three decades where she was one of Canada's most acclaimed sports investigative reporters. In this podcast, Ormsby discusses her reporting on Ben Johnson and his race at the 1988 Seoul Olympics; how she approached re-reporting a story from more than 30 years ago; why there are many people who believe Johnson did not get due process in Seoul; how to market a book about an event that happened 36 years ago; what Ben Johnson is doing today; Johnson working with Diego Maradona in the early 1990s; Ormsby playing college volleyball at Ohio State in the early 1980s and more. You can subscribe to this podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Play, Spotify, and more. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

A five women team makes women's sailing history. In September 1985, mastering an international fleet and Hurricane Gloria to take the inaugural Rolex International Women's Keelboat Regatta and pointing to the inclusion of Women's Sailing in the 1988 Seoul Olympics.

Francie Larrieu Smith was the youngest woman 1500-meter runner and the oldest woman in any track and field event the U.S. ever sent to the Olympics. Her running career spans five Olympics and multiple distances. Her best Olympic finish was fifth place in the 10,000-meter event at the 1988 Seoul Olympics, the first running of the event.  She was the flag bearer for the U. S. Olympic Team at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics.  During her 30-year athletic career, she established 36 United States records and 12 world bests in distances ranging from 1000 meters to 10,000 meters.

Charles Pierce takes time away from his job as lead political writer for Esquire to reflect on his nearly 50 years of experiences as a sportswriter. In this part 1 of a 2-part episode, Pierce recalls covering Bill Buckner's error, Ben Johnson's drug scandal at the Seoul Olympics, and the rollicking days of Big East basketball in the 1980s. He also provides insight into Larry Bird as a person and basketball icon. Oh, and we discuss bars, too. Sportswriters understand.   Part 2 of my conversation with Pierce will be published on Nov. 8 and include more stories about Bird and discussion about Tiger Woods, Tom Brady, Bill Belichick, the NBA of the 1980s and early '90s, the National Sports Daily, and other tales.   Pierce has been the lead political writer for Esquire since September 2011. He worked nine years for the Boston Globe as a reporter, sports columnist and staff writer for that paper's Sunday magazine starting in 2002. He had previously been a sports columnist for the Boston Herald. Pierce left the Globe in 2011 to join Esquire fulltime after having been a contributing writer for that magazine since 1997. He was a feature writer and columnist for The National Sports Daily in 1990 and '91. His articles on sports and politics have also appeared in GQ, Sports Illustrated, the New York Times Magazine, the Los Angeles Times Magazine, The Nation, The Atlantic American Prospect, Slate, the Chicago Tribune, ESPN's Grantland, the Milwaukee Journal-Sentinel, and the Media Matters blog Altercation. Pierce has made appearances on ESPN's “Around the Horn” and often co-hosted NESN's “Globe 10.0” with Bob Ryan. Pierce was a longtime regular panelist on the NPR quiz show “Wait Wait . . . Don't Tell Me!” and has made appearances on the NPR program “Only A Game.” The Massachusetts native began his journalism career in 1976 at his hometown Worcester Magazine before moving to Boston two years later to write for the alternative publication, The Phoenix.   In 2018, the United States Basketball Writers Association inducted Pierce into its Hall of Fame. He won a National Headliners Aware in 2004 for his Boston Globe Magazine piece, “Deconstructing Ted.” He has been named a finalist for the Associated Press Sports Editors' award for best column writing on several occasions. Many of his stories have been featured in the annual compilation, “Best American Sportswriting.” Pierce was a 1996 National Magazine Award finalist for his piece on Alzheimer's disease, “In the Country of My Disease.” He was awarded third place in the Pro Basketball Writers Association's Dan S. Blumenthal Memorial Writing Contest.    Pierce is the author of four books:   · “Idiot America: How Stupidity Became a Virtue In The Land Of The Free” · “Moving the Chains: Tom Brady and the Pursuit of Everything” · “Sports Guy: In Search of Corkball, Warroad Hockey, Hooters Golf, Tiger Woods, and the Big, Big Game” · “Hard to Forget: An Alzheimer's Story”   Pierce earned a degree in journalism from Marquette University in 1975. His alma mater honored him with a “2021 Alumni National Award – Byline Award,” to which Pierce responded: “I'd like to think that my getting this award might encourage students who don't feel like they fit in and show them that this profession still values ferocious eccentricity.”   Here's a link to Pierce's political blog for Esquire: https://www.esquire.com/news-politics/politics/   You can follow him on X at: @CharlesPPierce Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week, we bring you the second part of the story of Olympian PattiSue Plumer— a professional distance runner in the late 80s and early 90s. PattiSue was a two-time NCAA champion and nine-time All American at Stanford. She went on to win four U.S. national titles and make two Olympic teams, placing 13th in the 3K at the 1988 Seoul Olympics and fifth in the 3K and 10th in the 1500 at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. She was also the first American woman to break 15 minutes in the 5k, setting the national record of 14:59 in 1989. PattiSue started coaching on the side during her professional running career, and went on to assistant coaching stints at her alma mater, Stanford, as well as the University of Texas, where she remained until this past summer.

Uncover the secrets behind managing the world's largest mutual fund, the Vanguard Total Stock Market Index Fund, in this captivating episode of WEALTHTRACK. Join Gerry O'Reilly, the fund's principal portfolio manager, as he reveals the active management required for this trillion-dollar behemoth. Learn about O'Reilly's inspiring journey from Ireland to the 1988 Seoul Olympics before delving into his impressive track record. Gain insights into the misconceptions surrounding index fund management and discover the strategies employed to match the CRSP U.S. Total Market Index. Don't miss this exclusive episode for a behind-the-scenes look at the fund shaping the investment landscape.  WEALTHTRACK episode 2004 broadcast on July 21, 2023 More info: https://wealthtrack.com/gerry-oreilly-on-why-passive-is-anything-but-when-running-vanguards-total-stock-market-index-fund/ --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/wealthtrack/support

Class is back in session as Kelley Earnhardt Miller joins co-host Mike Davis for another edition of Business of Motorsports, this time with the President of NBC Sports Sam Flood. After tackling team ownership, race promotion, and the souvenir industry, Kelley and Mike were eager to learn more about the world of television broadcasting and media rights. Sam explains how an unexpected sports injury in college led to him filling in as a commentator, which opened his eyes to a career path in broadcasting. After spending time at ABC Sports, he found his way to NBC covering the 1988 Seoul Olympics as a researcher and has worked for the network ever since. Sam goes into what he looks for as an executive producer working on the content side of some of the biggest sports broadcasts in television. They also discuss the rise of digital streaming and how cable television has had to adapt and will continue to transform. Finally, he breaks down his philosophy for broadcasting a race and what his days at the racetrack look like. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Class is back in session as Kelley Earnhardt Miller joins co-host Mike Davis for another edition of Business of Motorsports, this time with the President of NBC Sports Sam Flood. After tackling team ownership, race promotion, and the souvenir industry, Kelley and Mike were eager to learn more about the world of television broadcasting and media rights. Sam explains how an unexpected sports injury in college led to him filling in as a commentator, which opened his eyes to a career path in broadcasting. After spending time at ABC Sports, he found his way to NBC covering the 1988 Seoul Olympics as a researcher and has worked for the network ever since.  Sam goes into what he looks for as an executive producer working on the content side of some of the biggest sports broadcasts in television. They also discuss the rise of digital streaming and how cable television has had to adapt and will continue to transform. Finally, he breaks down his philosophy for broadcasting a race and what his days at the racetrack look like. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Harry Lodge represented Great Britain in the 1988 Seoul Olympics before turning pro in 1990. During a 12-year career, Harry rode almost every major race that there was to race with the only races missing from his palmares being the Tour de France, Paris-Nice, Het Volk, and Gent-Wevelgem. In this latest Interview Show, Chris caught up with Harry to talk about his cycling career and also get some of his thoughts on the modern peloton. The Cycling Legends Podcast is proud to partner with Vive le Velo, performance cycles and accessories. Check out the range at https://www.vivelevelo.cc/

PattiSue Plumer, now the women's cross country and distance coach at the University of Texas, was a professional distance runner in the late 80s and early 90s. PattiSue was a two-time NCAA champion and nine-time All American at Stanford. She went on to win four U.S. national titles and make two Olympic teams, placing 13th in the 3K at the 1988 Seoul Olympics and fifth in the 3K and 10th in the 1500 at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics. She was also the first American woman to break 15 minutes in the 5k, setting the national record of 14:59 in 1989. PattiSue had so many stories to share that we are splitting this episode into multiple parts—stay tuned for part 2!

Today's guest on "The Coachable Coach" series is Lars Jorgensen, the swim coach at the University of Kentucky.   "The Coachable Coach" series on the Success is a Choice Podcast Network goes beyond the X's and O's as Jamy Bechler talks with some of the best sports coaches. Jamy talks with coaches who value growth, improvement, and leadership – not just with their athletes but for themselves, as well. They believe that a strong culture doesn't just happen by accident. Good coaches may know the X's and O's, the tactics, and strategies that should lead to winning BUT great coaches know their athletes. Great coaches go beyond the X's and O's. Great coaches know how to inspire their athletes to do their best and maximize their chances for success. - - - -  Lars Jorgensen is the head swim coach at the University of Kentucky. He took over the reigns in 2013 and proceeded to overhaul the program and create an outstanding culture. He was named the SEC Coach of the Year in 2021 after leading UK to the SEC Women's Title. Jorgensen was also the head coach at Toledo from 2004-2010. As a college swimmer at Tennessee, Jorgensen held numerous school records. He even represented the U.S. at the 1988 Seoul Olympics in the 1500-meter freestyle. Jorgensen still competes in Ironman competitions, holding the record for the Ironman World Championship swimming split (46:41). Twitter: @uklarsjorgensen Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/uklarsjorgensen Website: ukathletics.com/sports/swimming Bio: ukathletics.com/sports/swimming/roster/coach/lars-jorgensen UK Swim Culture: https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/how-lars-jorgensen-built-an-sec-winning-program-at-kentucky/ UK Swimmer Riley Gaines on "Success is a Choice" podcast:  JamyBechler.com/RileyGaines - - - -  Each week, the Success is a Choice podcasting network brings you leadership expert Jamy Bechler and guest experts who provide valuable insights, tips, and guidance on how to maximize your potential, build a stronger culture, develop good leadership, create a healthy vision, optimize results, and inspire those around you. Please follow Jamy on Twitter @CoachBechler for positive insights and tips on leadership, success, culture, and teamwork. - - - -  The Success is a Choice podcast network is made possible by TheLeadershipPlaybook.com. Great teams have great teammates and everyone can be a person of influence. Whether you're a coach, athletic director, or athlete, you can benefit from this program and now you can get 25% off the price when you use the coupon code CHOICE at checkout. Build a stronger culture today with better teammates and more positive leaders.  If you like motivational quotes, excerpts, or thoughts, then you'll want to check out Jamy Bechler's book "The Coach's Bulletin Board" as it has more than 1,000 positive insights to help you (and those around you) get motivated and inspired. Visit JamyBechler.com/BulletinBoardBook. - - - -  Please consider rating the podcast with 5 stars and leaving a quick review on Apple podcasts. Ratings and reviews are the lifeblood of a podcast. This helps tremendously in bringing the podcast to the attention of others. Thanks again for listening and remember that “Success is a choice. What choice will you make today?” - - - -  Jamy Bechler is the author of five books including "The Captain" and "The Bus Trip", host of the "Success is a Choice Podcast", professional speaker, and trains organizations on creating championship cultures. He previously spent 20 years as a college basketball coach and administrator.  TheLeadershipPlaybook.com is Bechler's online program that helps athletes become better teammates and more positive leaders while strengthening a team's culture. As a certified John Maxwell leadership coach, Bechler has worked with businesses and teams, including the NBA. Follow him on Twitter at @CoachBechler. To connect with him via email or find out about his services, please contact speaking@CoachBechler.com. You can also subscribe to his insights on success and leadership by visiting JamyBechler.com/newsletter.

Andy attended school in St Albans and his first job was as a milkman. In 1979 he joined the Metropolitan Police as a Cadet he then moved to the regular service and was working in Tottenham when Keith Blakelock lost his life during the riots.Andy was a member of St Albans Hockey club and went on to represent Gt Britain and played along England Hockey legends such as Sean Kerly and Ian Taylor who went on to win Gold at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. In 1991 Andy was voted UK Hockey Player of The Year.In his police career Andy was a firearms instructor with SO19 but in July 2005 andy was part of the team undertaking an operation following the attempted bombings in London on 21st July 2005. The entire country was on high alert and bombings and a Brazilian National Jean Charles da Silva e de Menezes was wrongly deemed to be one of the fugitives involved in the failed bombings he was engaged by the police and fatally wounded. These events took place two weeks after the London bombings of 7 July 2005, in which 52 people were killed.Andy spent 16yrs with England and Gt Britain Hockey, but his published article in the Times prevented his attendance at the 2016 Rio Olympics as there were concerns over his safety and had he attended there would have been increased the risk to the remainder of the team.Andy cites the 9-2 defeat against Holland in the 2012 Olympics as one of his greatest sporting disappointments and the 2020 Olympics in Tokyo as one of the most unusual due to Covid.He has undertaken a number of Hockey related challenges including the dribbling of a hockey ball in the London Marathon with Jason Lee. He also did the same on the 3 peaks challenges and Annapurna in the Himalayas. Even Ed Sheeran get a mention in in this podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At the 1988 Seoul Olympics, Duncan Armstrong shocked the world and brought home a Gold Medal in the 200m Freestyle, along with breaking the current World Record at the time. In this episode Duncan shares the training methods and mindset shift that went into shaving 5 seconds of his PB to ultimately bring home the Gold for Australia. Duncan also shares how times of adversity and shifting his perception of his identity have changed him for the better. Since retiring from professional swimming he's found faith, taken care of his health after suffering from a heart attack and needing a triple bypass, built a career in the media, recently started a new consulting business called 'Peak Impact' + much more. http://www.peakimpact.com.au/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/duncan-armstrong/ https://www.facebook.com/duncanarmstrong68/ Read my Ultimate Flexible Dieting Guide here Click Here To Become a VIP member (Join DK's coaching app here, try 7 days FREE using the code DKTRIAL) SHOP DKFITNESS MERCH HERE www.younifyactive.com  DKFITNESS at checkout for 15% off Use code DJK10 on all EHPlabs supplements for 10% off Use code DK15 on all Athletikan Sneakers for 15% off Intro by Will Sparks. Find this episode helpful? Share it with a friend or post a screenshot to your social media.

SEASON 2 EPISODE 64 HOST: SHEILA GLAVEE GUEST: CHRISTINA FLACH Christina Flach is a world renowned celebrity makeup artist with experience working with celebrity clientele, magazines, and big name brands. She has been featured in Vogue, People, Time, and Elle, as well as campaigns for Gucci, Louis Vuitton, Nordstrom, Saks Fifth Avenue, Neiman Marcus, Macy's, and Bloomingdales. She is the creator and CEO of her own makeup brand, Pretty Girl Makeup. Christina also writes articles detailing the must know tips, tricks, and hacks of the makeup, wellness, and nutrition industries. Christina is also a mother of 5 and was the wife of the late Ken Flach, an American doubles world No. 1 tennis player who won the men's doubles gold medal at the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Ever since he passed from sepsis, she has been a firm advocate of raising awareness for the disease through the Sepsis Alliance. Additionally, she has set up an organization at the Northern Lights School in Oakland, California in honor of her late son Beau and husband Ken, along with the Beau Freedman Outdoor Classroom, a place for young kids to learn how to plant, harvest, and cook. Christina's Contact: prettygirlmakeup.com

As the Founder and President of Simbiotrek (sim-bē-ˈä-ˈtrek), Sean Kennedy wears many hats. Sean's roles include: transformation strategist and catalyst fractional COO for small- and medium-sized businesses small business peer advisory board coordinator and chair Sean works with entrepreneurs and business owners to unlock the potential trapped by the structure and capacity of their current business organization, and to build beautiful businesses together.   Sean has 20+ years of experience in software development. He's primarily concerned with Agile and Lean software, of which he is a practitioner, coach, strategist, and digital transformation leader. We delve into Sean's role in “digital transformation” and much more. Sean's clients range from: Multinationals to startups In the Americas to over in Europe and Asia Within the aerospace and automotive industry to industrial automation and insurance into health care, retail, technology, and telecommunications…he runs the gamut.   Tom Woods #TomWoods100 TomWoods.com TomSchoolofLife.com My goal is to get at least 100 people within the Tom Woods orbit on this show. We are building steady. Sean is the 5th person within Tom's orbit to come on the pod… First, if you don't know who Tom Woods is, you've probably been living under a rock, but Tom is a benefactor of mankind…and to my intelligence level. Check out TomWoods.com for a firehose worth of great content and then work your way to TomSchoolofLife.com. We need to keep the momentum going for this #TomWoods100 series. (And I apologize to Tom if I hijacked a hashtag he wanted &/or needed for another project…but I don't think so.) The point is—The O'Leary Review provides a platform for serious people to get the word out on what they are doing to make this world better. Also— our mission is to fight back against the crazy in this world. It exists all around us and we must eliminate it.   How I met Sean. I met Sean a few weeks back when he facilitated an accountability group within the Tom Woods School of Life that I am a part of.   “Blah blah blah…Austrian Economics…blah blah blah… I know nothing about that stuff.” Well, you should find out. And we provide a platform here—at least on the last few shows—where you can now jump on the Austrian train with relative ease. Over the last few podcasts, we've talked a bit about Austrian Economics and have provided resources in the various show notes. The following talk, however, is also worth your time if you have any inkling to discover more about why one should pursue Austrian Economics in even its basic forms. You'll likely discover that economics is indeed a field worth studying or exploring.  “The Attractiveness of Austrian Economics” by Tom Woods from July of 2013. https://youtu.be/DStLhWMRERM   More About Sean Lives in the Raleigh-Durham area after moving down from Toronto. Simbiotrek's office is in “Wake Forest.” Wake Forest, the town, is in the Raleigh-Durham area, also called the Research Triangle…not—as I found out doing a little cursory research—near Wake Forest University in Winston-Salem, North Carolina. About a 2-hour car ride away! Notable son of Wake Forest: Bryce Love, former Stanford running back who had a phenomenal junior season at The Farm (Doak Walker Award, Pac-12 Offensive Player of the Year, Unanimous All-American, etc.). Attended Wake Forest-Rolesville High School. Love had one great college season after backing up Christian McCaffrey for two seasons then got hurt his senior year, playing off-and-on. Got hurt again—ACL tear—in his final college game, but was eventually drafted by the Washington Redskins, yet dealt with more injury trouble and never ultimately played a regular season game in the NFL. Great ballplayer.   Sean's early days were spent in Winnipeg, Manitoba and Kitchener, Ontario, however, and not in the Research Triangle.   Sean's rooting interest in the CFL is for the Winnipeg Blue Bombers. https://www.bluebombers.com/   A couple of other famous sons of Kitchener, Ontario: Lennox Lewis Former Heavyweight Champion of the World. Last heavyweight to hold the undisputed championship. Moved to Kitchener at the age of 12. 1988 Gold medal winner at the Seoul Olympics (representing Canada).   Jamal Murray Utah Jazz guard. Currently recovering from a devastating ACL tear that caused him to miss the entire 2021-22 NBA season. Interestingly, Murray's father, Roger, competed in basketball against Lennox Lewis when they were younger and before Lewis started his boxing career. Roger also coached Jamal for a season at Orangeville Prep prior to the younger Murray going on to Kentucky to play for the Wildcats and coach John Calipari in the 2015-16 season. Murray's 20.0 scoring average is the highest for any freshman in program history and the highest single-season average for any player under Calipari in his time in Lexington. .... I am still trying to research the Canadian high school football rules Sean played under during his prep days and why it became a such a strange mashup of the Canadian and the American gridiron codes. Wikipedia has a “Comparison of American and Canadian Football,” but it does not do justice to what we were talking about in this episode. But, if you are not familiar with the code of Canadian football, but know the American code well enough—or vice-versa—this examination is a good start…  ... Game mentioned: 100th Grey Cup November 25, 2012 at SkyDome/Rogers Centre in Toronto. Toronto Argonauts 35 — Calgary Stampeders 22 Attendance: 53,208 Halftime show included Canadians: Justin Bieber, Carly Rae Jepsen, Marianas Trench, and the ol' troubadour himself, Gordon Lightfoot.   Sean's Core Values The Golden Rule The Stockdale Paradox   Sean Kennedy is a youth hockey coach in North Carolina One of Sean's videos takes the lessons learned from a youth hockey tournament into entrepreneurship. https://wthtm.com/entrepreneurship-and-the-new-business/entrepreneurial-lessons-from-youth-hockey/547/ Read Sean's article and watch the video. He teaches lessons on how coaching translates to the business world. It struck me when Sean mentioned Carolina Hurricanes head coach Rod Brind'Amour was watching this tournament. I think it was 10U or 11U. One of Brind'Amour's sons was playing in the same tournament. It stood out because Brind'Amour was one of my favorite hockey players in the 1990s. I've never been a big Flyers fan, but I really liked his Flyers team of that era, where he was the second-line centre. Eric Lindros led the “Legion of Doom” line with John LeClair and Mikael Renberg as wingers. I almost exclusively used the Flyers when I played NHL96 on my computer…and I did that a lot at one stage of my life. In real life, that Flyers club made it to the Stanley Cup Finals in 1997 but were eventually swept by the Red Wings (who won the Cup for the first time in 42 years). In that video game, it was hard to choose which future NHL general manager to put in goal for Philly: Ron Hextall or Garth Snow. Coach Terry Murray had a similar problem…both were good tenders. Rod Brind'Amour https://www.hockey-reference.com/players/b/brindro01.html Brind'Amour is now the coach for the Carolina franchise. It surprised me when I looked up his stats that he played for Carolina for so long, too. Ten seasons for the Canes to 7 as a Flyer. “Rod Brind'Amour” is also one of the great names in sports. Hard to type at times but rolls of the tongue nicely.   Better Entrepreneurial Action Network https://beaction.net/ Developed by Simbiotrek with the support of Economics for Business, a project of the Mises Institute.   Economics for Business https://mises.org/library/economics-business I only heard about this in the last several days Mises Institute has such a vast catalog of material…   Econ4Business.com https://econ4business.com/ Building a business, managing a project, launching an innovation – these are journeys from your imagination to the marketplace and customer satisfaction. We've systematized the journey steps based on the value generation principles of Austrian economics.   Simbiotrek Simbiotrek (sim-bē-ˈä-ˈtrek) get clarity · get alignment · get going https://simbiotrek.com/   Whatever The Heck That Means (Sean's Blog) https://wthtm.com/ Bikesheds & Dim Sum Entrepreneurship & The New Business Poems & Personal Things Links to YouTube channel   Sean aka MacGyver  @MacGyver on Twitter https://twitter.com/AkaMacGyver … we never got to ask if the alias has anything to do with Richard Dean Anderson being both a Canadian and a hockey enthusiast… for another day.   BrianDOLeary.com for more...  

Tomas shares his life changing encounter with Jesus and how Jesus called him to create a new version of the cross. Tomas had always been sensitive in the spirit. After his church failed to help him understand and develop these gifts, he fell into the world of new age. It was 1988 when Tomas was awoken from his sleep to a vivid encounter with Christ that would lead him to truth.    In this episode Tomas shares:  -His open vision and encounter with Jesus that changed everything -How he was called to create a new version of the cross, and its meaning -A supernatural phenomenon at a church where light beamed from the cross -How a big project for the Seoul Olympics was tabled but is now finding purpose -A Buddhist receives a supernatural sign from God through the cross sculpture -A unexpected supernatural sign that came from the shadow of his art for a rehab facility -His connection to other artists who are using their art to serve others   "And for those believers that have drifted into what we call the new age, which is sort of the belief that all spokes lead to the center, a book that was a motivational book for me was called The Beautiful Side of Evil. And this challenges these spirit entities, I'm not even suggesting that they're not there. They are there. I know you're dealing with real things, but the litmus test comes down to this. Who are they serving? And are they acknowledging that Jesus is the son of God? And that they're serving him because his name is the name that they have to acknowledge and bow... There's an atonement that happens through his sacrifice. And he makes a way for us to be restored back to standing in front of the tree of a life, which is the cross being washed in the water of the word, being washed spirit, water, He cleanses us and repurposes us." - Tomas Fernandez, Prophetic Artist   To follow or contact Tomas and his prophetic art:  www.tomasjfernandezartist.com   YouTube links for Tomas: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PL4sLkeKp00PLlMKsrU95vEiU9bhhxdz3F Art link https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-5neikP1ZhFkm3FxYVu6fw Hope Through Arts https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7-4RTL5iU7Q&t=77s&ab_channel=TomasFernandez Heaven's Gate   Book referenced by Tomas regarding new age and the occult:  The Beautiful Side of Evil https://www.amazon.com/Beautiful-Side-Evil-Johanna-Michaelsen/dp/0890813221/ref=sr_1_1?crid=31RRJ7FQNRS23&keywords=the+beautiful+side+of+evil&qid=1661612314&sprefix=the+beautiful+side+of+evil%2Caps%2C85&sr=8-1   Scripture references listed in this episode: Slide # 1 – The Crux Gloria Model Rev. 1 – 14 -15 The hair on his head was white like wool, as white as snow, and his eyes were like blazing fire.  His feet were like bronze glowing in a furnace, and his voice was like the sound of rushing waters Matt, 7 13 - 14 You can enter God's Kingdom only through the narrow gate. The highway to hell[a] is broad, and its gate is wide for the many who choose that way. 14 But the gateway to life is very narrow and the road is difficult, and only a few ever find it. John 8 12 When Jesus spoke again to the people, he said, “I am the light of the world. Whoever follows me will never walk in darkness but will have the light of life.” Slide # 2 – Crux Gloria Hebrews 12:29 - for our “God is a consuming fire.” Slide # 3 Corpus Christi The Bread of Life, Holy Communion instituted the night of the Last Supper Luke 22:19 He took some bread and gave thanks to God for it. Then he broke it in pieces and gave it to the disciples, saying, “This is my body, which is given for you. Do this in remembrance of me.” John 54 - Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise them up at the last day. Slide #4&5 Pool of Bethesda John 5: 1-8 John 7:38   Anyone who believes in me may come and drink! For the Scriptures declare, ‘Rivers of living water will flow from his heart.' Slide #6 Beyond Forever 1 Timothy 2:4 For God so loved the world, that he gave his only Son, that whoever believes in him should not perish but have eternal life. L'olam – is a Hebrew term to describe God as the vanishing point and beyond forever. Taken from Jonathan Cahn's book, The Book of Mysteries page 275. Slide #7 Healing Cross Numbers 21:9 So, Moses made a snake out of bronze and attached it to a pole. Then anyone who was bitten by a snake could look at the bronze snake and be healed! Isaiah 61:1 – The Spirit of the Lord hath anointed me to preach good tidings unto the meek, He hath sent me to bind up the broken hearted, to proclaim liberty to the captives, and opening of the prison to those that are bound. Slide # 8 Carry Your Cross Matt 16:24 Then Jesus said to his disciples, If anyone desires to come after me, let him deny himself, and take up his cross and follow me.

In 1988, the Canadian sprinter Ben Johnson was disqualified 48 hours after winning the Olympic 100 metre final and setting a new world record. It was one of the biggest doping scandals in the history of sport. Simon Watts introduces Ben Johnson interviews from the BBC archives. (Getty: Ben Johnson wins the 100 metres final at the Seoul Olympics)

Arlene Limas didn't know who she was going to fight, and she never expected that her toughest opponent would be the governing body of her own sport, Taekwondo. And why did they fight Arlene? Because she was simply too good. Still, there was drama surrounding women's Taekwondo in the 1988 Seoul Olympics. Does anybody really know what really happened at the medal ceremony? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/remarkablestories/message

"When I was in the pool, HIV/AIDS didn't exist. That was a sanctuary for me. It was a place that I could go to, really to seek refuge from the stress of the HIV diagnosis." Four-time Olympic gold medal winner, Greg Louganis joins us to talk about his infamous concussion at the Seoul Olympics in 1988, sharing his HIV status with the world in 1995, and what life's been like since retiring from diving. This is part of our new LGBTQ+ Elders Project. Click here to listen to our recent interview with the titan of trans history, Jamison Green, Greg's bestselling memoir, Breaking The Surface, was co-written by Eric Marcus, host of the Making Gay History podcast. LGBTQ&A is hosted by Jeffrey Masters and produced by The Advocate magazine, in partnership with GLAAD. A condensed transcript of each week's interview is posted on The Advocate's website in the afternoon (or earlier, if I get enough coffee). Follow us on Twitter: @lgbtqpod