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Episode 367: In the early hours of Valentine's Day 2013, the world awoke to the shocking news that South African Olympic and Paralympic hero Oscar Pistorius had shot and killed his girlfriend, a 29-year-old paralegal and model Reeva Steenkamp, inside his Pretoria home. Pistorius, celebrated for overcoming the loss of his legs to become a global sporting icon, now stood accused of a crime that would grip and divide a nation. The ensuing investigation and trial, marked by intense media scrutiny, conflicting testimonies, and a dramatic courtroom battle, would raise questions about celebrity, violence, and the quality of justice in South Africa. Sources: Reeva: A Mother's Story | Indigo.caRemembering Reeva Steenkamp: Her inspiring life and tragic deathReeva Steenkamp, my friend, shot by Oscar PistoriusHere is Reeva Steenkamp, not just Oscar's girlfriendThe Reeva I knewAn untold story: all about Reeva Steenkamp1983 - The O'Malley ArchivesSouth Africa — Forced Removals | Overcoming ApartheidFormation and launch of the UDF | South African History OnlineMAJOR NEWS IN SUMMARY; Changing South Africa 1983 (Published 1986)Oscar Pistorius | Biography, Olympics, Conviction, & Facts | BritannicaOscar Pistorius: The strange and dangerous world of the blade runner | MacLeansOscar Pistorius - Athletics | Paralympic Athlete ProfileOscar PISTORIUS | Olympic Athlete ProfileThe Pistorius Case and South Africa's Gun ProblemTimeline - The trial of 'Blade Runner' Oscar PistoriusReeva's Death 'Ruined' Steenkamp Family, Cousin SaysFamily of Reeva Steenkamp searching for answers about shootingOscar Pistorius trial SABC News on YouTubeDirector of Public Prosecutions, Gauteng v Pistorius (950/2016) [2017] ZASCA 158; 2018 (1) SACR 115 (SCA); [2018] 1 All SA 336 (SCA) (24 November 2017)S v Pistorius (CC113/2013) [2016] ZAGPPHC 724 (6 July 2016)Director of Public Prosecutions, Gauteng v Pistorius (96/2015) [2015] ZASCA 204; [2016] 1 All SA 346 (SCA); 2016 (2) SA 317 (SCA); 2016 (1) SACR 431 (SCA) (3 December 2015)S v Pistorius (CC113/2013) [2014] ZAGPPHC 924 (21 October 2014)S v Pistorius (CC113/2013) [2014] ZAGPPHC 793 (12 September 2014)Inside the Oscar Pistorius trialReeva Steenkamp shooting | The GuardianReeva Steenkamp | WikipediaTrial of Oscar Pistorius | WikipediaWhere Is Oscar Pistorius Now? Inside the Olympian's Life After Murder Conviction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we sit down with South African breaststroke sensation Tatjana Schoenmaker Smith, one of the most accomplished swimmers of her generation. At just 27 years old, Tatjana has already etched her name in swimming history, from breaking the world record in the 200m breaststroke at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics to becoming a two-time Olympic gold medalist, a world champion, and the most decorated South African Olympic athlete of all time. We dive into Tatjana's incredible journey, from her roots in Johannesburg to representing South Africa on the global stage at both the Tokyo and Paris Olympics. Tatjana shares insights into her breakthrough moment in Tokyo when she shattered the 200m breaststroke world record with a 2:18.95, a feat that cemented her legacy. She talks about the highs and lows of competing at the top level, including her record-breaking gold at the 2023 World Championships—making history as the first South African woman to claim gold in swimming at the World Swimming Championships. We also discuss how Tatjana continued to evolve through the quad—balancing her focus between Olympics, World Championships, and Commonwealth Games. From her stellar performances in 2022 to her return to form in 2024, Tatjana provides a behind-the-scenes look at what it takes to stay at the top of the sport. Plus, we talk about the unique challenges and rewards of representing South Africa on the world stage. Tatjana's journey is one of resilience, determination, and immense success. Listen for insights from arguably the best breaststroker of all-time.

Going best times is all a swimmer can ask for right? Well, it may make a bittersweet Olympics, if you go best time at an Olympics (where few go best times) but you fall in your place from semi-finals to finals. Pieter Coetzé had a bittersweet Olympics, but his young career has been far from bittersweet. Coetzé made the South African Olympic team at the age of 17, rising through the ranks and recently winning the 100 and 200 short course meters backstroke at the 2024 World Cups, earning him $56,500, not bad for 3 weeks of work. Although Coetzé may make it seem easy, wearing his golden necklace while racing and not knowing his stroke count, he has worked hard to achieve the success he had at his young age. Enjoy and don't forget to subscribe for weekly podcasts and daily shorts!

Join us on this episode of the Rise to the Challenge Podcast as we welcome Calvyn Justus, an inspiring figure who has made waves both in the pool and the world of fashion. Calvyn shares the journey that led him from representing South Africa in swimming at the 2016 Rio Olympics to discovering a new creative calling as a fashion designer. In this conversation, Calvyn opens up about the drive and discipline that took him to the Olympic stage and how these qualities have fueled his transition into the fashion industry. He reveals the challenges he faced, the sacrifices along the way, and the personal growth he's experienced while creating bold new looks. Calvyn also reflects on the insights he's gained through these career shifts and his vision for the future. Tune in to hear Calvyn's inspiring story, his creative evolution, and his advice for anyone ready to pursue a new passion. Learn more about Calvyn Justus: - IG: @calvynjustus - www.calvynjustus.xyz Rise to the Challenge Podcast is dedicated to unveiling Real Life Stories and Genuine Motivations that resonate across All Generations. In every episode, we invite a diverse array of guests, spanning various backgrounds, experiences, and age groups, to share their personal narratives of triumph over adversity, achieving their goals, and embracing the call to rise to the challenge. Our guests bring authenticity to the forefront, delving into the intricacies of their journeys because, ultimately, we all navigate our unique stories. Join us on this compelling journey as our guests open up about their experiences. You might find connections to your own narrative, discover new insights, and gain inspiration when our guests generously share their stories. What challenges are you currently facing, and how are you rising to them?  Subscribe to Youtube Channel: @risetothechallengepodcast 

#parisolympics2024 #skateboarding #olympics2024 #skate A huge thank you to Stance, our partners in this incredible episode. USE CODE "STANCE20" for 20% off all items! Head to https://www.thestorestuff.co.za/colle... to check out the latest drop. Boipelo Awuah is a South African skateboarder, known for her fearless style and dedication to the sport. As one of the country's most promising young athletes, she has earned recognition on the international stage. Boipelo represented South Africa at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, showcasing her skills and determination at just 15 years old. Her passion for skateboarding, combined with her commitment to uplifting her community, has made her an inspirational figure to aspiring athletes across Africa.She continued to push the boundaries of her sport, representing South Africa again at the 2024 Paris Olympics. Her participation in the 2024 Olympics further cemented her status as a pioneering figure, inspiring a new generation of South African skaters, especially young girls, to take up the board and pursue their dreams with the same tenacity and fearlessness that define her career. Don't forget to like and subscribe FOR MORE INFO Boipelo Awuah - https://www.instagram.com/boipeloawuah/ Stance - https://www.instagram.com/stancesocks_sa/ Joshua Eady - https://www.instagram.com/justblamejosh/ Storytime Podcast - https://www.instagram.com/storytimepodcastjosh/ WATCH https://youtu.be/cJqtw5rGASI

In the early hours of Valentine's Day 2014, 29 year old model Reeva Steenkamp was shot to death by her partner: South African Olympic sprint runner and double amputee, Oscar Pistorius. He still claims that it was a tragic case of mistaken identity, but the forensics and the messages Reeva left before her death tell a very different story. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

South African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius, known for his inspirational journey as a double-amputee athlete, has been released on parole after serving nearly nine years of his 13-year and five-month prison sentence for the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, on Valentine's Day in 2013.    The South African Department of Corrections made the announcement early Friday morning, confirming Pistorius' new status as a parolee. Pistorius was secretly moved from the Atteridgeville Correctional Center prison in Pretoria to a parole office before being released to his family. However, the exact time and location of his release were not disclosed.    Pistorius, who became eligible for early release after serving at least half his sentence and received parole approval in November, is expected to live initially at his uncle's mansion in an upscale Pretoria suburb. A police van and private security vehicles were seen outside the residence, highlighting the efforts to maintain privacy.    The Department of Corrections emphasized that Pistorius' parole details, including the time of release, would not be publicized to protect him from media attention that has followed him since the tragic incident more than a decade ago.    Under strict parole conditions, Pistorius will have limitations on leaving his home, a prohibition on alcohol consumption, mandatory participation in anger management and violence against women programs, and community service. He will also meet regularly with parole officials and be subject to unannounced visits. Additionally, Pistorius is banned from speaking to the media until the end of his sentence, and any breach of parole conditions could result in his return to jail.    South Africa does not employ monitoring devices like ankle bracelets for paroled offenders, but Pistorius will be closely monitored by a Department of Corrections official. He must inform the official of any significant life changes, such as seeking employment or moving to a different residence.    Reeva Steenkamp's mother, June Steenkamp, expressed her acceptance of Pistorius' parole, acknowledging it as part of South African law. She reflected on the absence of true justice, stating, "Has there been justice for Reeva? Has Oscar served enough time? There can never be justice if your loved one is never coming back, and no amount of time served will bring Reeva back."    June Steenkamp also reiterated her commitment to the Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation, dedicated to continuing her daughter's legacy.    Oscar Pistorius has maintained that he shot Reeva Steenkamp by mistake, believing she was an intruder in his bathroom. However, prosecutors argued that he intentionally killed his girlfriend during a late-night argument.    Before the tragic incident, Pistorius was celebrated as an inspiring role model, overcoming his disability to become a champion sprinter who competed in the 2012 London Olympics.    The reaction to Pistorius' parole has been relatively subdued in South Africa, in contrast to the initial public outrage that followed the killing. Advocates against violence towards women expressed hope for Pistorius' rehabilitation. Themba Masango, the secretary-general of Not In My Name International, commented, "We can only wish and hope Oscar Pistorius will come out a better human being. We tend to forget that there is a possibility where somebody can be rehabilitated."    As Oscar Pistorius embarks on his parole journey, South Africa will closely watch his adherence to the strict conditions imposed on him, while the tragic memory of Reeva Steenkamp remains in the hearts of many. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

South African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius, known for his inspirational journey as a double-amputee athlete, has been released on parole after serving nearly nine years of his 13-year and five-month prison sentence for the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, on Valentine's Day in 2013.    The South African Department of Corrections made the announcement early Friday morning, confirming Pistorius' new status as a parolee. Pistorius was secretly moved from the Atteridgeville Correctional Center prison in Pretoria to a parole office before being released to his family. However, the exact time and location of his release were not disclosed.    Pistorius, who became eligible for early release after serving at least half his sentence and received parole approval in November, is expected to live initially at his uncle's mansion in an upscale Pretoria suburb. A police van and private security vehicles were seen outside the residence, highlighting the efforts to maintain privacy.    The Department of Corrections emphasized that Pistorius' parole details, including the time of release, would not be publicized to protect him from media attention that has followed him since the tragic incident more than a decade ago.    Under strict parole conditions, Pistorius will have limitations on leaving his home, a prohibition on alcohol consumption, mandatory participation in anger management and violence against women programs, and community service. He will also meet regularly with parole officials and be subject to unannounced visits. Additionally, Pistorius is banned from speaking to the media until the end of his sentence, and any breach of parole conditions could result in his return to jail.    South Africa does not employ monitoring devices like ankle bracelets for paroled offenders, but Pistorius will be closely monitored by a Department of Corrections official. He must inform the official of any significant life changes, such as seeking employment or moving to a different residence.    Reeva Steenkamp's mother, June Steenkamp, expressed her acceptance of Pistorius' parole, acknowledging it as part of South African law. She reflected on the absence of true justice, stating, "Has there been justice for Reeva? Has Oscar served enough time? There can never be justice if your loved one is never coming back, and no amount of time served will bring Reeva back."    June Steenkamp also reiterated her commitment to the Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation, dedicated to continuing her daughter's legacy.    Oscar Pistorius has maintained that he shot Reeva Steenkamp by mistake, believing she was an intruder in his bathroom. However, prosecutors argued that he intentionally killed his girlfriend during a late-night argument.    Before the tragic incident, Pistorius was celebrated as an inspiring role model, overcoming his disability to become a champion sprinter who competed in the 2012 London Olympics.    The reaction to Pistorius' parole has been relatively subdued in South Africa, in contrast to the initial public outrage that followed the killing. Advocates against violence towards women expressed hope for Pistorius' rehabilitation. Themba Masango, the secretary-general of Not In My Name International, commented, "We can only wish and hope Oscar Pistorius will come out a better human being. We tend to forget that there is a possibility where somebody can be rehabilitated."    As Oscar Pistorius embarks on his parole journey, South Africa will closely watch his adherence to the strict conditions imposed on him, while the tragic memory of Reeva Steenkamp remains in the hearts of many. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

South African Olympic runner Oscar Pistorius, known for his inspirational journey as a double-amputee athlete, has been released on parole after serving nearly nine years of his 13-year and five-month prison sentence for the fatal shooting of his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, on Valentine's Day in 2013.    The South African Department of Corrections made the announcement early Friday morning, confirming Pistorius' new status as a parolee. Pistorius was secretly moved from the Atteridgeville Correctional Center prison in Pretoria to a parole office before being released to his family. However, the exact time and location of his release were not disclosed.    Pistorius, who became eligible for early release after serving at least half his sentence and received parole approval in November, is expected to live initially at his uncle's mansion in an upscale Pretoria suburb. A police van and private security vehicles were seen outside the residence, highlighting the efforts to maintain privacy.    The Department of Corrections emphasized that Pistorius' parole details, including the time of release, would not be publicized to protect him from media attention that has followed him since the tragic incident more than a decade ago.    Under strict parole conditions, Pistorius will have limitations on leaving his home, a prohibition on alcohol consumption, mandatory participation in anger management and violence against women programs, and community service. He will also meet regularly with parole officials and be subject to unannounced visits. Additionally, Pistorius is banned from speaking to the media until the end of his sentence, and any breach of parole conditions could result in his return to jail.    South Africa does not employ monitoring devices like ankle bracelets for paroled offenders, but Pistorius will be closely monitored by a Department of Corrections official. He must inform the official of any significant life changes, such as seeking employment or moving to a different residence.    Reeva Steenkamp's mother, June Steenkamp, expressed her acceptance of Pistorius' parole, acknowledging it as part of South African law. She reflected on the absence of true justice, stating, "Has there been justice for Reeva? Has Oscar served enough time? There can never be justice if your loved one is never coming back, and no amount of time served will bring Reeva back."    June Steenkamp also reiterated her commitment to the Reeva Rebecca Steenkamp Foundation, dedicated to continuing her daughter's legacy.    Oscar Pistorius has maintained that he shot Reeva Steenkamp by mistake, believing she was an intruder in his bathroom. However, prosecutors argued that he intentionally killed his girlfriend during a late-night argument.    Before the tragic incident, Pistorius was celebrated as an inspiring role model, overcoming his disability to become a champion sprinter who competed in the 2012 London Olympics.    The reaction to Pistorius' parole has been relatively subdued in South Africa, in contrast to the initial public outrage that followed the killing. Advocates against violence towards women expressed hope for Pistorius' rehabilitation. Themba Masango, the secretary-general of Not In My Name International, commented, "We can only wish and hope Oscar Pistorius will come out a better human being. We tend to forget that there is a possibility where somebody can be rehabilitated."    As Oscar Pistorius embarks on his parole journey, South Africa will closely watch his adherence to the strict conditions imposed on him, while the tragic memory of Reeva Steenkamp remains in the hearts of many. Want to listen to ALL of our podcasts AD-FREE? Subscribe through APPLE PODCASTS, and try it for three days free: https://tinyurl.com/ycw626tj Follow Our Other Cases: https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com The latest on Catching the Long Island Serial Killer, Awaiting Admission: BTK's Unconfessed Crimes, Delphi Murders: Inside the Crime, Chad & Lori Daybell, The Murder of Ana Walshe, Alex Murdaugh, Bryan Kohberger, Lucy Letby, Kouri Richins, Malevolent Mormon Mommys, Justice for Harmony Montgomery, The Murder of Stephen Smith, The Murder of Madeline Kingsbury, and much more! Listen at https://www.truecrimetodaypod.com

South African Olympic and World Champion Caster Semenya spoke to Breakfast with Martin Bester about her new memoir, 'The Race To Be Myself'.

Podcasts are on the rise in Africa. The huge sector has been dominated by voices from outside the continent, but more African producers are now turning to the mic to tell their stories. Also the European Court of Human Rights finds that South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya was discriminated against by World Athletics with rules requiring her to artificially lower her testosterone levels. Finally, one of the world's top choirs – Ghana's Harmonious Chorale – pops in whilst on tour.  

Frank Dick has done most everything that can be done in the world of coaching. From being the British Athletics Federation's director of coaching to becoming the high-performance director with the South African Olympic committee while helping to deliver several medals along the way. In 2016 Frank was invited to become a strategic consultant with England rugby's leadership team ahead of the rugby World Cup in 2019. He is the author of four major publications including; ‘Winning Matters' and ‘Wining Lines' and his contribution to coaching was recognised by being awarded an OBE in 1989, as well as being honoured with doctorates from the national sports academy of Bulgaria and Loughborough University for his contribution to coaching and coach development in Europe. Frank is a hugely engaging motivational speaker and works with various organisations to enhance the capacity of the people within them. Here, he shares some of the tricks of the trade he's picked up along the way during a life spent coaching. (1.35) – The essence of coaching (6.00) – Ownership (21.45) – Language matters (34.25) – Satisfaction seduces (52.10) – The transferability of skills from sports coaching to business Similar to season 1, I've set up this podcast with a dual purpose in mind, firstly to provide some thoughtful debate for coaches, but I've also linked up with Recovery Haven in Tralee, who provide free cancer support services for the people of Kerry and beyond. If you found some value in the podcast, it would be great if you could donate any amount, no matter how small to Recovery Haven through the link here: https://bit.ly/3tfsxWw  If you enjoyed this episode, click on the like button, share, leave a review and follow the podcast. My thanks also to PST Sport for their support with this project. Go to pstsport.com for world class delivery of all your artificial grass pitch needs. Thanks for listening.

Frank Dick has done most everything that can be done in the world of coaching. From being the British Athletics Federation's director of coaching to becoming the high-performance director with the South African Olympic committee while helping to deliver several medals along the way. In 2016 Frank was invited to become a strategic consultant with England rugby's leadership team ahead of the rugby World Cup in 2019. (1.35) – The essence of coaching (6.00) – Athlete Ownership (21.45) – Language matters (34.25) – Satisfaction seduces (52.10) – The transferability of skills from sports coaching to business. Frank is the author of four major publications including; ‘Winning Matters' and ‘Wining Lines' and his contribution to coaching was recognised by being awarded an OBE in 1989, as well as being honoured with doctorates from the national sports academy of Bulgaria and Loughborough University for his contribution to coaching and coach development in Europe. Frank is a hugely engaging motivational speaker and works with various organisations to enhance the capacity of the people within them. Here, he shares some of the tricks of the trade he's picked up along the way during a life spent coaching. Similar to season 1, I've set up this podcast with a dual purpose in mind, firstly to provide some thoughtful debate for coaches, but I've also linked up with Recovery Haven in Tralee, who provide free cancer support services for the people of Kerry and beyond. If you found some value in the podcast, it would be great if you could donate any amount, no matter how small to Recovery Haven through the link here: https://bit.ly/3tfsxWw If you enjoyed this episode, click on the like button, share, leave a review and follow the podcast. My thanks also to PST Sport for their support with this project. Go to pstsport.com for world class delivery of all your artificial grass pitch needs. Thanks for listening.

Frank Dick has done most everything that can be done in the world of coaching. From being the British Athletics Federation's director of coaching to becoming the high-performance director with the South African Olympic committee while helping to deliver several medals along the way. In 2016 Frank was invited to become a strategic consultant with England rugby's leadership team ahead of the rugby World Cup in 2019. (1.35) – The essence of coaching (6.00) – Athlete Ownership (21.45) – Language matters (34.25) – Satisfaction seduces (52.10) – The transferability of skills from sports coaching to business. Frank is the author of four major publications including; ‘Winning Matters' and ‘Wining Lines' and his contribution to coaching was recognised by being awarded an OBE in 1989, as well as being honoured with doctorates from the national sports academy of Bulgaria and Loughborough University for his contribution to coaching and coach development in Europe. Frank is a hugely engaging motivational speaker and works with various organisations to enhance the capacity of the people within them. Here, he shares some of the tricks of the trade he's picked up along the way during a life spent coaching. Similar to season 1, I've set up this podcast with a dual purpose in mind, firstly to provide some thoughtful debate for coaches, but I've also linked up with Recovery Haven in Tralee, who provide free cancer support services for the people of Kerry and beyond. If you found some value in the podcast, it would be great if you could donate any amount, no matter how small to Recovery Haven through the link here: https://bit.ly/3tfsxWw If you enjoyed this episode, click on the like button, share, leave a review and follow the podcast. My thanks also to PST Sport for their support with this project. Go to pstsport.com for world class delivery of all your artificial grass pitch needs. Thanks for listening.

On this episode Alex talks with South African Olympic weightlifter and coach, Nate. they dive into the art form that is weightlifting, coaching and life lessons you can learn from simply lifting weights. We hope you enjoyed this episode as much as we did! I'd like to thank today's sponsors of the podcast... Organic relief- Amazing CBD products at unbelievable prices Use code 'Alex40' to save 40% off https://organicrelief.co.uk/ Link to both my poetry books https://www.thenomadicpodcast.com/books

Dr Kirsten van Heerden's passion for sport and performance psychology comes from her background as a South African swimmer. She is one of only a handful of psychologists tasked to work with South African Olympic athletes and has become the psychologist to many world champion athletes and teams.Kirsten is also a keen advocate for women in sport, passionately believing in the value of sport for empowering girls and women. She believes that sport provides opportunities for people to access their own potential while creating a platform of skills that can catapult them to success in life beyond sport. Get in touch with Dr Kirsten van Heerden:Podcast: https://newtonagency.co.za/podcast/Website: https://newtonagency.co.zaTwitter: https://twitter.com/kirstvanhLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kirsten-van-heerden-29794b30/?originalSubdomain=zaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkirstenvanheerden/?hl=enGet in touch with Alex: alex@alexmacphail.co.zahttps://twitter.com/AlexMacPhail1https://www.linkedin.com/in/flyingmogulwww.alexmacphail.co.za

This week on Womanity-Women in Unity, Dr. Amaleya Goneos-Malka talks to South African swimmer Tatjana Schoenmaker, who won the gold medal and set the world record in the 200m breaststroke event at the 2020 Olympic Games in Tokyo. She shares her Olympic experience and journey to Gold. She emphasises faith, discipline, strong support systems and leading a balanced life as contributing factors, stating that “a happy swimmer is a fast swimmer”. We remark that women's sports do not receive equal attention to men's sports from media coverage to pay scales. We acknowledge that professional sporting careers are relatively short-lived and highlight education as a tool to help develop alternative careers particular for women. Tune in for more.

We sat down with 3x World Jr Record holder and 2020 Olympic semi-finalist, Matt Sates. For 18 years of age, Sates has a plethora of swim knowledge and insight which he was kind enough to share with us on today's podcast. Sates breaks down all 3 of his world Jr record performances as well as other races throughout the world cup and what he has to do to get the best out of himself in each race. The South African Olympic also discusses training with Chad le Clos for 3 weeks before their Olympic Trials (and racing 20x200 best average), why he purposefully doesn't lift, and coming to Georgia to compete in the NCAA this coming winter. SWIMSWAM PODCAST LINKS Click here to listen and subscribe on Spotify Click here to listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts Click here to listen and subscribe on Podbean Click here to listen and subscribe on Google Click here to listen and subscribe on YouTube Click here to listen and subscribe on Listen Notes Click here to listen and subscribe on Stitcher Click here to listen and subscribe on iHeartRadio Click here to listen and subscribe on Amazon Click here to listen and subscribe on Pandora Music: Otis McDonald www.otismacmusic.com

: Episode 1931 - On this Friday episode, Oscar Chalupsky joins Vinnie Tortorich to discuss his illustrious paddling career, surfski, smart fitness, how practice makes permanent, Oscar's battle with cancer, and more. https://www.vinnietortorich.com/2021/09/smart-fitness-battling-cancer-more-oscar-chalupsky-episode-1931 PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS OSCAR CHALUPSKY Oscar has been on the show before. Check out that appearance https://vinnietortorich.com/2018/06/olympic-paddling-oscar-chalupsky-episode-1086/ He's a world-class paddler. In fact, Oscar captained the South African Olympic team and led them to the semi finals. More recently, Oscar also became a World Surfski Champion for the 12th time. At age 49, he did it 29 years after his first title! Being a world champion is amazing; being a 12x world champion is unbelievable! Coach Chalupsky is a coach himself. https://coachchalupsky.com/meet-coach-chalupsky SMART FITNESS As you get older, you need to use your brain more when you exercise.  You can learn how to work out better, more efficiently, to keep your body in tip-top shape. Look at yourself in a mirror, watch videos of proper technique, and the like. Practice makes permanent; not perfect. It's important to get and stay in shape as you get older. Don't be afraid to adjust your routine. BATTLING CANCER Recently, Oscar was diagnosed with multiple myeloma quite late in the game. After finishing a river race, he suddenly felt a pain in his back. He went to the doctor once it was significant and consistent and this lead him down a trail whereby he discovered his cancer. He was given 4-6 months to live, but he has beat the odds in his respect. The diagnosis did take him by surprise because Oscar was a very healthful man! He fasted, was incredibly fit, and the like. It took him ages to recover when he was dealing with his sickness and treatments. He'd walk 800 meters and need to rest for 24 hours. But, slowly and surely, he built this back up! WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE FAT DOC 2 IS AVAILABLE ON iTUNES and AMAZON Please also share it with family and friends! Buy it and watch it now on iTunes to get it to the top of the charts. We need it to get big for people to see it. Here's the (BLUERAY, DVD, PRIME) (MAY NOT BE AVAILABLE YET ACROSS THE POND). And the And the https://amzn.to/3rxHuB9 PLEASE DON'T FORGET TO REVIEW the film AFTER YOU WATCH!   FAT DOC 1 IS ALSO OUT Go watch it now! We need people to buy and review for it to stay at the top of iTunes pages. Available for both rental and purchase. You can also buy hardcopy or watch online at Amazon. YOU CAN NOW STREAM FOR FREE ON AMAZON PRIME IF YOU HAVE IT! RESOURCES Https://www.vinnietortorich.com Https://www.purevitaminclub.com Https://www.purevitaminclub.co.uk Https://www.purecoffeeclub.com Https://www.nsngfoods.com Https://www.bit.ly/fatdocumentary https://www.belcampo.com https://www.villacappelli.com

Why is Eusebius McKaiser's podcast so important? Are our South African Olympic expectations realistic?     And did you think Simone Biles would actually take part?       

Wednesday, July 28, 2021: Today on the 4&3 Podcast, Faithwire's Dan Andros breaks down today's top stories along with Tré Goins-Phillips.*China provokes India into massive military escalation along border*Coca-Cola refuses to denounce China for genocide, will continue to bash Republican voting laws*Simone Biles critics face major backlash after calling her "selfish"*South African Olympic swimmer boldly displays her faith, sets record

After weeks of heated debate, the parliament in Sierra Leone has voted to end the death penalty; The UK slaps sanctions against some high-profile Africans in an international anti-corruption initiative; A South African politician from Soweto saves 2000 jobs from being wiped out during the recent riots; And on the day the Olympic games open, we bring a full interview with South African Olympic swimmer Chad Le Clos.

South African Olympic runner, Dom Scott, joins Laura today for a truly inspiring conversation about persevering and making tough decisions to make your dreams a reality. Born in Cape Town, Dom’s journey to the Olympics meant moving away from her family at a young age to access the training and opportunities offered elsewhere, which resulted in multiple NCAA titles, 12 All-American honors, and, of course, her appearance at the Rio Olympics. Today, Dom takes some time out from her training for the Tokyo Olympics to share her story and the lessons it has to offer.   She begins by sharing some details of growing up in Cape Town, her start in sports, particularly running, and the difficult decision to leave home to attend a high school with a track team. Dom also discusses the road that took her to the University of Arkansas, her career there, her year of fairy tale moments, and her Rio experience. She concludes by delving into the lessons she has learned throughout her career, how COVID has affected her and her training, what keeps her going through the hard times, and the Dom Squad. The overriding themes of following your dream and cherishing support from family, friends, and faith run through Dom’s journey, and offer inspiration for us all in how we can approach our own lives. Episode Highlights:   Dom’s upbringing in Cape Town and her start in running Netball Living away from home to go to a high school with a track team Her Olympic dream and her parents’ support Going to the University of Arkansas Her college experience The differences between indoor/outdoor track and cross country How she improved so much over her college career Dom’s year of fairytale moments Her Rio Olympic experience and the process involved in getting there What helped Dom through her doubts and anxiety leading up to Rio What Dom has learned in terms of her identity Her current definition of success How COVID has impacted her and her preparation for Tokyo What keeps Dom going through the hard times The Dom Squad Quotes:   “I grew up playing every sport.” “I guess as a dreamer and the determined person that I am, as a 12 year old, that just seemed like something that was worth fighting for and worth making hard decisions for.” “Selflessly…she told me to go and to follow my dreams, follow my heart, and if she hadn’t done that, I think I probably would have pulled the plug on the whole thing.” “College, you’ve got to remember, everyone is away from home.” “Very quickly, I started changing the way I was talking…and looking back at it, I’m so sad that I did that.” “Don’t change who you are to blend in and be like everybody else…you want to stand up and rise above that.” “My freshman year was a big learning curve.” “I just tried to start observing.” “Dress for the job you want, not the job you have.” “Your 10 points just secured the win for the Lady Razorbacks.” “That sermon gave me so much peace.” “You earned your spot on that start line.” “I had taken the necessary steps to make my dream a reality.” “At the time, I was embarrassed to say I’d come 21st,which is ridiculous!” “It’s not about the place, it’s about how you feel about what you did.” “Being an Olympian and having competed in the Olympics is not something that made me a better person, or, like, changed my life significantly either…it wasn’t something I wanted to be branded as.” “If you are searching for your identity in anything other than Christ…it’s never going to fulfill you, it’s never going to satisfy you, and you’re always going to be left wanting more.” “I am…more than Dom Scott, the athlete.” “I really feel like surrounding myself with people that love me and support me – that’s what helps me through those really horrible days.” Links: The Pursuit of Gold homepage 5 Smart Strategies to Confidence Conquer Your Fear in 5 Days   Laura’s Social Media: Instagram:   Laura's Instagram Facebook:   Laura's Facebook page   Connect with Dom:   Dom's homepage   Dom on Instagram   Dom on Facebook   Dom on Twitter

South African Olympic, World and Commonwealth swimming champion Chad le Clos on Kfm Mornings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome back, witches, to another season of the Coven! Bubbling in the cauldron this week is the controversy engulfing the World Athletics Association and South African Olympic runner, Caster Semenya. Semenya has a condition called Hyperandrogenism which causes higher levels of testosterone. This has caused raised questions surrounding gender identity and regulations surrounding athletes with sex development disorders. What makes a woman a woman? How is this justified through science or societal means? Find out all this and more in this week's episode of The Coven! Hosts: Shwetha Sundarrajan and Annie Bastian Edited by: Annie Bastian Graphic by: Kellyn Harrison

East Coast Radio — A Swiss court has ruled that Caster Semenya cannot compete without hormone-suppressing treatment. The supreme court's dismissed appeals submitted by the South African Olympic champion and her athletics federation.

Alysa shares the story of South African Olympic sprinter, Oscar Pistorius, which focuses on his fast climb to fame and evener faster fall from grace after shooting his girlfriend, Reeva Steenkamp, through the toilet door on Valentine’s Day 2013. All sources are located in show notes and any images will be posted on Instagram. Email Alysa! Tell her all about the case that has stuck with you! = fataliteaspod@gmail.com Follow Fataliteas on Social Media! Facebook = https://www.facebook.com/fataliteaspod/  Instagram = https://www.instagram.com/fataliteaspod/   Twitter = https://twitter.com/fataliteaspod  Fataliteas Theme Song! SuZen Marie and Jeffrey Lynn / Contact: martinihill3@gmail.com Drinks from this Episode! Adagio White Eternal Spring = https://www.adagio.com/white/white_eternal_spring.html Media Discussed or Recommended! Bombshell = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B2G9-KhBek8 Gone = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hWPM0uS1SO8 The Invisible Man = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WO_FJdiY9dA Oscar Pistorius: Blade Runner Killer (Lifetime) = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O-iplj09TbY Pistorius = https://www.imdb.com/title/tt5556152/ Ready or Not = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=39BnfiTeTac The River Wild = https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gWew8lWYhtI  Sources from this Episode! https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oscar_Pistorius https://www.quora.com/In-South-African-law-what-is-culpable-homicide https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-34993002 https://timelines.latimes.com/trial-oscar-pistorius/ https://www.theguardian.com/world/live/2014/sep/12/pistorius-verdict-live-judge-rule-culpable-homicide https://www.smh.com.au/world/oscar-pistorius-is-a-convicted-killer-but-not-a-murderer-20140912-10gbna.html https://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/sep/10/oscar-pistorius-trial-mirror-south-african-society https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-26628573 https://www.latimes.com/world/africa/la-fg-pistorius-guilty-of-murder-20151203-story.html https://www.amputee-coalition.org/resources/limb-loss-definitions/ https://www.csmonitor.com/World/Global-News/2014/0303/How-did-Oscar-Pistorius-lose-his-legs https://www.sjdr.se/articles/10.1080/15017419.2014.998272/ https://www.usatoday.com/story/gameon/2013/02/21/oscar-pistorius-shocking-10-things/1935791/ https://www.vanityfair.com/culture/2013/06/oscar-pistorius-murder https://www.theguardian.com/world/2014/oct/21/oscar-pistorius-trial-full-story-reeva-steenkamp https://www.eonline.com/news/891942/the-question-of-why-oscar-pistorius-killed-reeva-steenkamp-is-still-a-mystery-open-to-endless-interpretation https://www.bbc.com/news/magazine-26628573 https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-21459439 https://nationalpost.com/sports/pistorius-detective-facing-attempted-murder-charges-for-firing-on-bus https://www.history.com/this-day-in-history/oscar-pistorius-becomes-the-first-amputee-runner-to-compete-at-the-olympics https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-42107701

[NEW PODCAST] RAYDER REPORT: The Week That Was (March 28-April 3) The world has gone crazy and even we had to take a brief leave of absence. Did you miss us? Well, for sportsfans the world over esports has been a saving grace for anyone wanting their fix. In this episode of The Rayder Report we look at how Spanish Grand Prix road racer Alex Marques finally outshone older brother Mark Marques while in lockdown. Meanwhile, the dreaded pandemic has united sportstars worldwide, with several beloved personalities praising healthcare workers and urging their fans to stay at home. We hear from Manchester City Manager Pep Guardiola who says it’s time to listen to the professionals. We also chat about Project Pitlane – Formula 1’s answer to combating the #coronavirus – and the inevitable postponement of the 2020 Tokyo Olympics. Sad as it is, beloved South African Olympic sprinter Wayde van Niekerk now has more time to prep for that all-important Men’s 400-metre final. He chats to Rayder Media, offering his reaction to the news while imparting some wisdom about his legacy. On the preparation front, we hear from SA interim director of cricket Graham Smith who believes the Proteas will need six weeks to ready themselves for future test tours. Meanwhile, renowned commentator Dougie Donnelly joins former and current golfers who are spending their time in quarantine recalling great stories from the past. His story is a doozie! Be sure to tune in to this week’s edition of the Rayder Report to hear all about it. If you like what you heard, remember to like, share, comment ands subscribe for weekly updates. #sports #sport #golf #fitness #motoGP #motorsports #cricket #proteas #futbol #football #soccer #ManchesterCity #athlete #2020Olympics #Olympics #TokyoOlympics #TokyoOlympic2020 #TokyoOlympics2020 #coronavirus #covid19 #health #team #news #ball #game #style #futbol #ballislife

Podcast Episode 6: The Attack on Nonconformity in Athletics Pt. 2 *Explicit Language* In this episode we further unpack human variance especially how it shows up in relation to gender identity/expression. Visible differences in the human expression often cause people to be othered, discriminated against, pathologized, brutalized etc. Right now we are seeing the attack on human variance & non conformity in the world of women’s sports which is racist, sexist, transphobic and an overall gross violation of human rights. In particular this episode we will be following up with the story we shared of Caster Semenya. Caster Semenya: is a South African Olympic track runner and two time gold medalist in the 800 meter. Caster has been thrusted into the spotlight and are helping to undo so dreadful policies that limit certain bodies (in particular trans and gender non conforming folks) from competing as their true selves in women’s sports. **Update** The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld a regulation that will require some female track athletes with naturally-elevated testosterone levels to lower those levels with drugs or surgery, if they want to compete in certain women's events on the international stage. Some additional subjects discussed in this Episode: **racism, gender essentialism and trans hatred in sports** **Why are we targeting folks in sports who are already so deeply targeted in other areas of society? **Othering of trans women (trans women are women PERIOD!)There is no evidence to suggest that that trans are stealing anything. If you are good at the sport it is your athleticism which has nothing to do with the other athlete of their identity. **Why the mere existence of transwomen creates so much fear in society. **The conflation of body parts and gender **Sexist notion: that anyone assigned male at birth will automatically beat anyone assigned female at birth. **This informs how we discuss trans athletes, intersex athletes and women in general. **Testosterone not the “male sex hormone,” nor is it the key to athletic performance. **There is no such thing as *looking* transgender. **High profile female athletes (like Martina Navratilova) weaponize that notion and if gives more credence to the notion in the first place. It’s a false criticism of women’s sports in general. ***Notion of this influx of cis men posing as transwomen to gain unfair advantages in competitions.  Also carries similar narratives to this fear of cis men posing as trans women taking over bathroom spaces. “In the US, there’s not a single reported instance of this kind of voyeurism occurring in states with legal protections for trans people.” https://www.vox.com/identities/2016/5/13/17938102/transgender-people-bathrooms-locker-rooms-schools

Frank Dick is one of the world's finest sports and motivational coaches ever. He is currently working with the England Rugby team during this year's Rugby World Cup. Frank was the England Athletics coach for three Olympics as well as coaching several high profile individuals. Some big names include Boris Becker, Seb Coe, Daley Thompson. He has also worked with the South African Olympic teams and won some prestigious titles such as the 'UK Sporting Hero' for 2001. This episode is an absolute masterclass in coaching yourself or those around you for success. Whether you are in sports or any field creating excellence is something we can all do better. Frank is a true genius in his field and it was an absolute pleasure learning from someone so knowledgeable. Frank Connect on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-dick-0b559630/) Website (https://www.frankdick.co.uk/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/frankdickcoach) ABOUT THE HOST My name is Sam Harris. I am a British entrepreneur, investor and explorer. From hitchhiking across Kazakstan to programming AI doctors I am always pushing myself in the spirit of curiosity and Growth. My background is in Biology and Psychology with a passion for improving the world and human behaviour. I have built and sold companies from an early age and love coming up with unique ways to make life more enjoyable and meaningful. Sam: Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/samjamsnaps/) Quora (https://www.quora.com/profile/Sam-Harris-58) Twitter (https://twitter.com/samharristweets) LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sharris48/) Sam's blog - SamWebsterHarris.com (https://samwebsterharris.com/) Support the Show - Patreon (https://www.patreon.com/growthmindset) Subscribe! If you enjoyed the podcast please subscribe and rate it. And of course, share with your friends! Special Guest: Frank Dick.

Podcast Episode 4: The Attack on Nonconformity in Athletics Pt. 1 (The Rant) *Explicit Language* I’m very excited to get into this episode because I’ve always wanted to unpack human variance especially how it shows up in relation to gender identity/expression. Visible differences in the human expression often cause people to be othered, discriminated against, pathologized, brutalized etc. Right now we are seeing the attack on human variance & non conformity in the world of women’s sports which is racist, sexist, transphobic and an overall gross violation of human rights. In particular this episode will highlight the stories of Caster Semenya & JayCee Cooper. Both Caster & JayCee have been thrusted into the spotlight and are helping to undo so dreadful policies that limit certain bodies (in particular trans and gender non conforming folks) from competing as their true selves in women’s sports. **Update** As of June 3, 2019 the Swiss Court temporarily suspends new IAAF rules per Caster Semenya's legal team. Therefore, Caster will not need to take testosterone-reducing medication to compete. Caster Semenya: is a South African Olympic track runner and two time gold medalist in the 800 meter. The Court of Arbitration for Sport upheld a regulation that will require some female track athletes with naturally-elevated testosterone levels to lower those levels with drugs or surgery, if they want to compete in certain women's events on the international stage. JayCee Cooper:  is a USA Powerlifter who was banned from competing in the Olympic Women’s Division because she identifies as a trans woman. Some additional subjects discussed in this Episode: **racism, gender essentialism and trans hatred in sports** **Why are we targeting folks in sports who are already so deeply targeted in other areas of society? **Mack Beggs trans man wrestler high school student (forced to wrestle against women) was already medically transitioning. Texas sanctions women’s wrestling. 2016 Texas Policy determining gender based on birth certificates for sports in colleges. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2018/feb/25/transgender-wrestler-mack-beggs-wins-texas-girls-title **Andraya Yearwood trans femme youth athlete track Connecticut. https://m.washingtontimes.com/news/2019/feb/24/terry-miller-andraya-yearwood-transgender-sprinter/ **Othering of trans women (trans women are women PERIOD!)There is no evidence to suggest that that trans are stealing anything. If you are good at the sport it is your athleticism which has nothing to do with the other athlete of their identity. **Why the mere existence of transwomen creates so much fear in society. **The conflation of body parts and gender **Sexist notion: that anyone assigned male at birth will automatically beat anyone assigned female at birth. **This informs how we discuss trans athletes, intersex athletes and women in general. **Testosterone not the “male sex hormone,” nor is it the key to athletic performance. **There is no such thing as *looking* transgender. **High profile female athletes (like Martina Navratilova) weaponize that notion and if gives more credence to the notion in the first place. It’s a false criticism of women’s sports in general. ***Notion of this influx of cis men posing as transwomen to gain unfair advantages in competitions.  Also carries similar narratives to this fear of cis men posing as trans women taking over bathroom spaces. “In the US, there’s not a single reported instance of this kind of voyeurism occurring in states with legal protections for trans people.” https://www.vox.com/identities/2016/5/13/17938102/transgender-people-bathrooms-locker-rooms-schools

Recently, the Court of Arbitration for Sport ruled that women who compete in the 400m, 800m and 1500m in athletics (track & field) may not have testosterone levels above a certain limit. This limit seemingly targets runner Caster Semenya, a South African Olympic gold medalist in the 800m, who is a woman with elevated levels of testosterone and runs these exact 3 races. Any woman who's been around a while knows this certainly seems like another way your gender is being kept down. So we decided to have a historian on to talk about this case and other ways gender and sex have been discriminated against throughout Olympic history. Dr. Victoria Jackson, a lecturer at the School of Historical, Philosophical, and Religious Studies at Arizona State University joins us to talk about the gender parades of the past; the line of thinking that believes extra testosterone only helps runners in these 3 races and no other track & field events; and the recent media discussions of elite athletes not being paid by sponsors when they have children. Dr. Jackson also understands the world of athletics well, as she's a former NCAA champion in the 10,000m and competed professionally. She still holds Arizona State's record in the 5000m, which she set in 2006. Follow Dr. Jackson on Twitter! Some of the articles we talk about (or don't quite get to, but are great reading for this topic): "The Decadelong Humiliation of Caster Semenya" - Dr. Jackson "Starfish Girl" by Maureen McHugh - This is a sci-fi story about body altering in gymnastics "How Should Officials Decide When Cutting-Edge Medical Interventions for Athletes Cross the Line?" - Dr. Jackson's response to this story "I was sore about losing to Caster Semenya. But this decision against her is wrong." - Madeline Pape The Caster Semenya case isn't over though--as we drop this episode, she's appealing the CAS decision with the Swiss Federal Tribunal. We'll keep an eye on this. In other Olympic news, the IOC Executive Board is going to recommend that the Tokyo 2020 Olympics should have a boxing tournament -- but that the embattled, scandal-ridden AIBA not be the federation in charge of it. We've got the details on this ongoing saga. Thanks, as always, to our Patreon patrons for making this episode possible. You too can become a patron and voice your support for the show! Episode 14: Ski Jumping and Lady Parts Episode 33: Cross-Country Skiing Olympic Gold Medalist Kikkan Randall No uteruses were harmed in the making of this episode. Photo courtesy of Dr. Victoria Jackson. DISCLAIMER: OLYMPIC® is a trademark of the United States Olympic & Paralympic Committee (“USOPC”). Any use of OLYMPIC® in the Olympic Fever podcast is strictly for informational and commentary purposes. The Olympic Fever podcast is not an official podcast of the USOPC. The Olympic Fever podcast is not a sponsor of the USOPC, nor is Olympic Fever associated with or endorsed by USOPC in any way. The content of Olympic Fever podcast does not reflect the opinions, standards, views, or policies of the USOPC, and the USOPC in no way warrants that content featured in Olympic Fever is accurate.

What metric should decide whether women with hormonal differences can compete against other women? South African Olympic star Caster Semenya has found herself at the center of an international dispute over the matter. Semenya has a rare condition called "hyperandrogenism," which causes her body to produce abnormally high levels of testosterone. In this episode, Post-Gazette reporter Lacretia Wimbley breaks down the science behind hyperandrogenism and the battle swirling around Semenya's career.   Find a full transcript of this episode here: https://newsinteractive.post-gazette.com/field-study-podcast/hyperandrogenism-competition-caster-semenya-iaaf/  

It’s Midday on Ethics. An international court has ruled that South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya and other female athletes with naturally high levels of testosterone will need to take drugs that lower their hormone levels to compete in some women’s races.Dr. Jeffrey Kahn, director of the Johns Hopkins Berman Institute of Bioethics, joined us to discuss the ethics of doping - of a different kind.This conversation was live streamed on the WYPR Facebook page. You can watch the video here.

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South African Olympic champion Caster Semenya has lost a legal battle against rules to force her to take medicine to compete internationally. Julius Malema, leader of the Economic Freedom Fighters party has called for workers to be given shares in all strategic sectors within the economy, including the financial sector. On the US stock markets, Apple was a winner, rising about 6% and pulling Wall Street indices up with it in early trade on 1 May. Most European markets were closed for the May Day holiday as was the JSE.

Wits Radio Academy — Sports has a unique ability to unite people of different backgrounds, races, genders and nationalities, in more ways than one sports has directly affected and influenced society by breaking down preconceptions and challenging the status quo. One athlete who has exhibited this is 'Golden Girl' Mokgadi Caster Semenya a South African Olympic gold medalist and world champion middle-distance runner. Caster Semenya is a hyperandrogenic athlete which means her body has high levels of male sex hormones such as testosterone, a genetic variation which we should be celebrating in the world of athletics as it shows the community is committed to inclusion but instead the International Association of Athletics Federations is proposing that hyperandrogenic and DSD (differences of sexual development) female athletes should take a hormone suppressant drug to lower their testosterone levels in order to be eligible to compete. The proposed rule has raised concerns of human rights violations which we will unpack with the Commission of Gender Equality's acting chairperson Tamara Mathebula as well as Candice Martin, a sports scientists from Sports Science LAB South Africa who explains the medical effects of hormone suppressants and how this will affect Caster Semenya's performance. This edition of Law Focus is brought to by Wits Radio Academy: Produced by Simba Honde and Hosted by Veronica Makhoali, Millicent Ndiweni, Sesethu Zingelwa and Siyabonga Motha. Technical production provided by Kutlwano “Gwinch” Serame.

Sports has a unique ability to unite people of different backgrounds, races, genders and nationalities, in more ways than one sports has directly affected and influenced society by breaking down preconceptions and challenging the status quo. One athlete who has exhibited this is 'Golden Girl' Mokgadi Caster Semenya a South African Olympic gold medalist and world champion middle-distance runner. Caster Semenya is a hyperandrogenic athlete which means her body has high levels of male sex hormones such as testosterone, a genetic variation which we should be celebrating in the world of athletics as it shows the community is committed to inclusion but instead the International Association of Athletics Federations is proposing that hyperandrogenic and DSD (differences of sexual development) female athletes should take a hormone suppressant drug to lower their testosterone levels in order to be eligible to compete. The proposed rule has raised concerns of human rights violations which we will unpack with the Commission of Gender Equality's acting chairperson Tamara Mathebula as well as Candice Martin, a sports scientists from Sports Science LAB South Africa who explains the medical effects of hormone suppressants and how this will affect Caster Semenya's performance. This edition of Law Focus is brought to by Wits Radio Academy: Produced by Simba Honde and Hosted by Veronica Makhoali, Millicent Ndiweni, Sesethu Zingelwa and Siyabonga Motha. Technical production provided by Kutlwano “Gwinch” Serame. wits.journalism.co.za

In the early hours of Valentine's Day 2014, 29 year old model Reeva Steenkamp was shot to death by her partner; South African Olympic sprint runner and double amputee, Oscar Pistorius. He still claims that it was a tragic case of mistaken identity, but the forensics and the messages Reeva left before her death tell a very different story. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.