Best Simon Daw Podcasts (2024)

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Hall of Shame: Gymnastics Commentary Edition 1:37:31

5d ago1:37:31

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PORTLAND LIVE SHOW HALL OF SHAME Update about Monica Phelps and her banned, pedophile husband Sexually inappropriate comments about minors: Nope. Sexually inappropriate comments about adults: Double nope. Infantilizing adults and calling them little girls: Triple nope. Weight Shaming: The Monica Phelps Chapter Being weirdly obsessed with adoption: …

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Behind The Scenes with Simone Biles Rising Docuseries Director, Katie Walsh 53:06

9d ago53:06

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Director Katie Walsh is back to answer your questions about the making of the Simone Biles Rising documentary and talk about what it was like to be on the floor filming during the Paris Olympic Games. This episode was recorded October 30th in our weekly Behind The Scenes episode where Club Gym Nerd members asked questions live or afterwards on thei…

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154 Lisa Bodell: I Wasn't Broken, Work Was - Maybe The Answer Is Not More But Less 41:08

14d ago41:08

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I haven’t got time. I’ve been in too many meetings. I just don’t know where to start. We’ve all been there – overwhelmed with volume and complexity, unable to find a simple path through. Making life and business simple is one of the hardest things you can do, and also the most freeing. Today’s guest is a world-leading expert on how to make things s…

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Simone Biles Rising Docuseries Grand Finale 1:31:22

16d ago1:31:22

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This week: Absolutely everything about the final two episodes of the Netflix docuseries, Simone Biles Rising. Plus lots of audio clips of Simone's interview Q&A from the premier in Hollywood that Jessica attended last week (all the details on the premier on Behind The Scenes here). No big deal, but Jessica is in the last two episodes. We also discu…

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Gymnastics Horror 59:16

23d ago59:16

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This week: we discuss the gymnastics revenge horror short, "Stuck"; Simone's tour blooper; Jessica is going to the Simone Biles Rising documentary Premier this week; journalist Alina Alexoi has been suspended from European Gymnastics and the Romanian Gymnastics Federation (details here); FIG faces mass resignation in Parkour and lots of technical c…

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Dear GymCastic... 1:32:30

1M ago1:32:30

1:32:30

Mini-Commission on the Karolyi's and why they've never faced consequences When Beyonce met Suni Major NCAA news: no more letters of intent and Florida is getting everybody Vanessa Ferrari retirement Florida racks up the commitments Plus other signings And a Letter Extravaganza! We read through all your letters covering... Simone / Skinner beef Sugg…

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153 George Butler: Remember Also Me, Drawing The People Of Ukraine 44:06

1M ago44:06

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A remarkable story with a remarkable artist. The kind of illustrator who walks into danger to tell people's stories through the power of his art. George Butler is an award-winning illustrator but has reinvented the role of the Artist Reporter drawing conflict zones, climate issues, humanitarian crisis and social issues for the news. His drawings ar…

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Unionize and Profit Share : The Money Game LSU Docuseries 1:13:27

1M ago1:13:27

1:13:27

This week: All the gymternet news; Szombathely World Cup of artistry dominance and B dismounts; a mini-commission on the best and worst college for everything but gymnastics rankings; and Jessica watched the first two episodes of "The Money Game," a docuseries on the LSU NIL system and their top athlete earners. Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a …

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Dominique Dawes: Activist, Olympian, Icon 1:01:54

1M ago1:01:54

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All about the legend, Dominique Dawes. How was she treated by the media, what backstories were told, the many barriers she broke though, the skills, the records, the iconic Prince video. Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!). It includes: Weekly Q&A Behind The Scenes podcast, dedications, mini-commissions , group commissions, exclusive extende…

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Retroactive Artistry Checklist 1:09:52

2M ago1:09:52

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The latest gymternet news; retroactively applying the artistry checklist to historic routines; revisiting the 2008 Olympic Team Final; Aly Raisman the 2010-2011 era. Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!). It includes: Weekly Q&A Behind The Scenes podcast, dedications, mini-commissions , group commissions, exclusive extended interviews, and Col…

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Jordan Chiles CAS Appeal and Simone Biles FX Inquiry 10:20

2M ago10:20

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Today's exclusive episode is about Simone Biles GOAT tour rehearsals, but then Jordan Chiles' law firm made her bronze medal appeal public along with the video evidence, so we've got to talk all about it. Jessica spoke with experts, attorneys and Cecile Landi about the evidence showing that Simone Biles Olympic FX final inquiry was never processed.…

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Battle Amanar 1:10:11

2M ago1:10:11

1:10:11

Breaking News: emergency episode coming tomorrow, Tuesday Sept 16th, because Jordan Chiles has filed her own appeal against the C.A.S. bronze medal decision and included the evidence. This week we talk about Simone Biles GOAT tour pommel horse injection now featuring Simone; the lost 1982 generation including early gymnast-for-change hero, Alexandr…

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152 Hortense le Gentil: A Dream That Sparked The Search For The Path Of Roses 41:26

2M ago41:26

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What is your path of roses? For world-leading coach Hortense le Gentil, a dream sparked her search for balance and fulfilment which took her on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Why you should listen: In a world where we place too much value on material things and spend too little time prioritising ourselves, our contentment and our freedom, …

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Vault Funerals, Brandy Johnson and lots of gymternet news 1:15:24

2M ago1:15:24

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A Mini Commission on Brandy Johnson's time with the Karoyi's and her kidneys A Mini Commission where we break down the reputations of gyms and give you our first thoughts that come to mind when we hear a gymnasts is from a certain gym Gymternet news including: a GiF history of gymnast's first pitch fails The Rutgers situation Rebeca Andrade making …

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American Anthem: The Best of GymCastic 1:39:16

2M ago1:39:16

1:39:16

The year: 1986 The film: American Anthem The quality: low Spencer and Jessica spend way too long this week on a deep dive into what is perhaps the most significant film in the gymnastics pantheon, teen sports-drama-romance American Anthem. Jessica lovvvveeed this movie as a middle schooler. Spencer hates everything. It's gonna get good. We discuss …

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151 Andrew Jenkins: Left For Dead - The 'Traitor' Who Overcame Major Trauma And Found A New Purpose 56:55

3M ago56:55

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My wife and I are huge fans of the highly successful Traitors TV show. And if you’ve watched it then in Season 2 of the UK series you’ll remember the big-hearted Welshman Andrew Jenkins, playing a Traitor and whose banishment at the last round table set the series up for a memorable finale. But the story of Andrew’s journey starts long before he wa…

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Lessons Learned: The Paris Olympic Recap and Fix It list 1:27:47

3M ago1:27:47

1:27:47

It wouldn't be a meet recap without deep moral lessons, receipts, robots, prophesies and pantheons. In this episode we discuss: USAG no longer has a senior national team training center (juniors do). FIG President, Watanabe, calls the floor final a tragedy. We'll tell you what that means for the future. How to implement robot judging properly. Roma…

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The Definitive Guide to the Paris Floor Bronze Debacle so far… 1:34:44

3M ago1:34:44

1:34:44

Everything you need to know about the Paris Floor Final Bronze Medal Debacle featuring Jordan Chiles (USA), Ana Barbosu (ROM) and Sabrina Maneca-Voinea (ROM), Women's Technical Committee President, Donatella Sacchi and the Court of Arbitration for Sport (CAS). Is this a nationalist fight between Romania and the USA or just poor decision making and …

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Behind The Scenes: Back from Paris with the Cluster Fuggle of Bronze 19:40

3M ago19:40

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We are back from Paris and we are going to discuss the trip and every single insane thing about the Bronze Debacle (so far). We discuss: Coming on Monday's episode: The Definitive Guide To Bronze Debacle What happened in Paris with the floor scores? What should have happened? How did CAS, FIG and IOC respond? What role did Donatella Sacchi play? Th…

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150 Anna Mathur: The Uncomfortable Truth - How To Stop Living Your Life As A Half Life 1:10:09

3M ago1:10:09

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This raw, unflinching account of burnout and recovery from leading psychotherapist Anna Mathur is one of the most emotionally-charged conversations I've had to date here on The Unlock Moment. Anna is widely celebrated for her accessible mental health advice she offers across her platforms – including her Instagram page, incredibly popular podcast ‘…

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149 Dominic McGregor: The Co-Founder of Social Chain On Why He's Never Drinking Again 38:04

3M ago38:04

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Recorded LIVE at the Climb24 Investor Summit in Leeds, UK. Dominic McGregor is today a successful investor with Fearless Adventures, investing and driving growth in entrepreneur-led e-commerce businesses. But he's most famous for co-founding Social Chain with Dragon's Den star Steven Bartlett in 2013, and after six years selling that business and e…

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Beam, Floor, High Bar and P-Bars Event Finals Live from the Paris Olympic Games 1:19:52

3M ago1:19:52

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Live on location in Paris, Jessica reports on the competition in Bercy Arena today and on her interviews with athletes. Spencer is watching, rewatching and judging from home. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. 00:00 We have beam, floor, high bar and p-bars Olympic Champions! Beam, survive and medal. High b…

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BATTLE BARS: Event Finals live from the Paris Olympic Games 29:48

3M ago29:48

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Live on location in Paris, Jessica reports on the competition in Bercy Arena today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. For the full episode login to your Club Gym Nerd account to reveal the member podcast. Here's how to ask questions live. Can't make it live? Add all the…

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Event Finals Women's Vault, Men's FX and PH live from the Paris Olympic Games 27:24

3M ago27:24

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Live on location in Paris, Jessica reports on the competition in Bercy Arena today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. For the full episode login to your Club Gym Nerd account to reveal the member podcast. Here's how to ask questions live. Can't make it live? Add all the…

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Women's All Around Live from the Paris Olympic Games 30:21

3M ago30:21

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Live on location in Paris, Jessica reports on the competition in Bercy Arena today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. We have the Women's Paris Olympic All-Around Champion We'll discuss every detail of the meet and the latest news Our thoughts on the Suni vs. D'Amato fo…

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Men's All Around Final Live from the Paris Olympic Games 32:24

4M ago32:24

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Live on location in Paris, Jessica reports on the competition in Bercy Arena today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. We have the first all-around champion of the Paris Games Lots of news from the U.S. women's win last night, including Simone's epic clap back at MyKayla…

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Women's Team Final live from the Paris Olympic Games 1:13:32

4M ago1:13:32

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Live on location in Paris from the Bercy Arena, Jessica reports on the competition today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. The first women's Olympic Champions have been crowed. We will discuss all the details! What the U.S. team has decided to call themselves, hint F.A…

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Men's Team Final Live from the Paris Olympic Games 30:30

4M ago30:30

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Live on location in Paris from the Bercy Arena, Jessica reports on the competition today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. The first Olympic Champions have been crowed in the men's team final A major update in the story of the French women's team Get tickets to our Par…

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148 Michael Rutland: The Man Who Taught A King - Extraordinary Stories From The Kingdom Of Bhutan 1:30:37

4M ago1:30:37

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I’m sure most of us can think of an inspirational teacher who helped to guide us in our journey from childhood to adulthood. Mine was Mr Rutland, my enigmatic physics teacher who revelled in turning complex concepts into memorable moments. He also started me on my journey in public speaking, teaching me and my friends the skills required to be impa…

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Women's Qualifications Live from the Paris Olympic Games 29:55

4M ago29:55

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Live on location in Paris from the Bercy Arena, Jessica reports on the competition today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. Who qualified and who did not; surprise, heartbreak and triumph Simone Biles potential injury and what Cecile Landi and Chellsie Memmel had to say…

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Men’s Qualification Live From The Paris Olympic Games 26:04

4M ago26:04

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Live on location in Paris from the Bercy Arena, Jessica reports on competition today and on her interviews with athletes. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. Who qualified and who did not; surprise, heartbreak and triumph What Carlo Maccini (ITA) said about his high bar fall and the judges starting the remo…

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Women's Podium Training Live From The Paris Olympic Games 25:45

4M ago25:45

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Live on location in Paris from the Bercy Arena, Jessica will talk about what she saw at podium training today and in the training hall yesterday. Spencer will give us all the deep analysis. Plus we have lots of behind the scenes news from the Paris Olympics to share. New skills submitted and upgrades from Rebeca Andrade, Nina Derwael and Suni Lee W…

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147 Sama Daw: Movement Is Life - How A Remarkable Young Arab Dancer Is Breaking Down Barriers In Israel 43:36

4M ago43:36

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Here in summer 2024, the world is more uncertain and unstable than it has been for many years. And I have always believed in the power of the arts to transcend politics, to transcend conflict, to show us a light and to give us hope for a better future. Today it is my privilege to welcome to the podcast an incredibly talented young dancer who epitom…

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Paris Olympic Preview and Olympic Judging Evaluation System (part two) 2:09:32

4M ago2:09:32

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Full Paris Olympic Games gymnastics preview; teams, all-around, event medal favorites, the unbelievable scandal rocking the Japanese team and fluffy, heartwarming backstories. Plus, in part two of our interview, Dr. Hugues Mercier describes how the judges are selected for the Olympics Games with the F.I.G. Judge Evaluation Program (JEP) and what he…

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Interview with Simone Biles Rising Documentary Director Katie Walsh 22:25

4M ago22:25

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Emmy winnig director, Katie Walsh talks about Deciding what to show and dicusss about the abuse that triggered Simone's twisties The waffles and hair braiding logistics Why Kerri Strug did not appear in the movie How they will film and with what level of access at the Olympics in Paris When the next two episodes are coming out and more! Join Club G…

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Judging The Judges: How Judges Are Chosen For the Olympic Games 1:18:09

4M ago1:18:09

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Every Olympics there is a non-gymnastics rule that changes an outcome. Today we delve into the Competition Attire and Undisciplined Behavior rules that change final scores. If you've ever wondered who is in charge of selecting Olympic judges and how the judges evaluation system was created? In part one of our interview, Dr. Hugues Mercier discusses…

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Biggest Olympic Judging Scandals and Paris Rules Update 1:23:57

4M ago1:23:57

1:23:57

Gymnastics is well aware of its role in the wider Olympic ecosystem: to have judging drama. That's why we are here. We explain judging scandals offering simplifications that normies can understand; prompting them to go on and have very strong and newly informed opinions about. So… the biggest judging scandals in Olympic gymnastics history We discus…

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146 Faisal Hoque: The Journey Of Reinvention Is A Pilgrimage 43:37

4M ago43:37

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In these most volatile of times, it feels as though the only certainty in business and life is that change is the new normal. So today I’m delighted to welcome a world-leading thinker and author on transformation and change to The Unlock Moment. Faisal Hoque is an accomplished entrepreneur, a noted thought leader, technology innovator and advisor t…

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PARIS OLYMPIC TRIALS RECAP 1:32:59

4M ago1:32:59

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Jessica is back from Olympic Trials in Minneapolis, Spencer watched and scored every routine from home. Hear directly from athletes and selection committee member, Alicia Sacramone, in this episode. We discuss: Why, for once, the rank all-around team is not controversial Adult gymnast facts and returning all-around Olympic Champions Simone Biles an…

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Men's Olympic Team Trials 2024 and Women's Updates 26:59

5M ago26:59

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Jessica is reporting from Olympic Trials in Minneapolis in person, Spencer is watching from home making spreadsheets. The answered your questions live. Here's how to ask questions live. Can't make it live? Add all the exclusive Club Gym Nerd bonus content to your favorite podcast player - instructions here. Not a member? Join here. Non-member versi…

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U.S. Olympic Trials 2024: Women's Day One 23:53

5M ago23:53

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Jessica is reporting from Olympic Trials in Minneapolis in person, Spencer is watching from home while lighting all his spreadsheets on fire. We discuss the injury carnage and what it's going to the Olympic team favorites. Who's moving up and who's still got a shot. Here's how to ask questions live. Can't make it live? Add all the exclusive Club Gy…

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U.S. Olympic Trials Podium Training 2024 22:41

5M ago22:41

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Jessica is at Olympic Trials in Minneapolis watching podium training in person, Spencer will join her to give you the full report and answer your questions live. Here's how to ask questions live. Can't make it live? Add all the exclusive Club Gym Nerd bonus content to your favorite podcast player - instructions here. Not a member? Join here. Non-me…

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U.S. Olympic Trials Preview 2024 1:19:14

5M ago1:19:14

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The Selection Procedures Quiz to end all quizzes! The USAG appeals process A breakdown of each competitor at Trials Why realistic expectations are the key to happiness Brazilian Olympic Trails report from Renan of Roda de Ginastica The latest on the New Zealand debacle German Olympic Team Related: What scores get you a medal How to Build The Paris …

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Paris Teams Taking Shape, Artistry with Dr. Laura Cappelle 1:29:50

5M ago1:29:50

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The latest Paris Olympic Team news: Chinese Olympic Team: Qiu Qiyuan, Zhou Yaqin, Ou Yushan, Zhang Yihan, Luo Huan British Olympic Team: Alica Kinsella, Becky Downie, Georgia-Mae Fenton, Ruby Evans, Abi Martin We spend a lot of time talking about the amazingness of Becky making her third Olympic team at age 32 Watch Deanna Hong's documentary about …

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Three World Champion Coaches Get Candid 1:44:45

5M ago1:44:45

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Marta Karolyi's last competition as head coach of the U.S. gymnastics team was the 2016 Olympic Games. Since then, everything at USA Gymnastics (USAG) has changed. The biggest sexual abuse scandal in sports history was uncovered and leadership at USAG turned over multiple times. What do the coaches of U.S. World Champions think about the cultural r…

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145 Dr Francoise Orlov: Coaching in Neurodiversity - The Art of Great Listening 31:09

5M ago31:09

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I met today’s guest last year, a world-leading coach and the kind of deep thinker that I love to spend time in conversation with. I know you will enjoy hearing from her too. Dr Francoise Orlov, who holds a PhD in Economics from the University of Strasbourg in France, is an accredited Master Coach, Mentor, and Coaching Supervisor. She is a published…

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Behind The Scenes: Team and Artistry Q&A with Spencer 18:40

5M ago18:40

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Our weekly Q&A for Club Gym Nerd members. You asked: Will the U.S. Gymnastics Olympic Selection Commitee go top five from Trials? Why and why not (AKA Suni Factor)? Will Jordan Chiles be chosen just for her marketing savy? Breaking down the artistry deductions of the top U.S. gymnasts The mystery of the fifth spot for the Olympic Team vs. Jade Care…

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2024 U.S. Championship Recap 1:15:47

5M ago1:15:47

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It's Simone Biles' world and we're all just living in it. Over a decade from her very first national championship title Simone swept all four events and won the all-around by nearly 6 points. Of course, collecting another belt buckle wasn't the only thing at stake in Fort Worth and we break it all down. Jessica is joined by special guest, filing in…

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Behind The Scenes: Final Day U.S. Championships 2024 21:53

5M ago21:53

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Welcome to Behind The Scenes! T oday are watching the final competition of the U.S. Championships in Ft. Worth. The top two all-rounders automatically qualify to Olympic Trials. This meet features Olympic all-around champions, Simone Biles and Suni Lee alongside their multi-World and Olympic medal winning teammates. We are answering your questions …

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Behind The Scenes: Day One U.S. Championships 2024 21:09

6M ago21:09

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Welcome to Behind The Scenes! Today are watching the at U.S. Championships in Ft. Worth featuring Olympic all-around champions, Simone Biles and Suni Lee alongside their multi-World and Olympic medal winning teammates. We are answering your questions live (view it right here, on the page, login to your Club Gym Nerd account to reveal the member pod…

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