About this episode
Join hosts John Pelkey and Carissa Galloway as they relive the exhilarating journey of Paralympian Brian Siemann. Following a series of close calls and near misses in London, Rio, and Tokyo, Brian finally stands on the podium at the 2024 Paris Paralympic Games, earning bronze medals in both the 400 and 800 meters. Brian shares the emotional moments on and off the track, from meticulous preparation and intense nerves to the fulfilling celebration with family and friends. The episode also delves into training specifics, strategies for different race lengths, and the importance of a consistent routine. Additionally, Carissa discusses the effectiveness of various supplements for athletes, and the hosts explore the idea of creating a bracket challenge for the best running songs. This is a not-to-be-missed episode filled with inspiration, insights, and a bit of light-hearted banter. 00:00 Welcome to 3, 2, 1...Go! 00:31 Introducing Paralympian Brian Siemann 02:13 John's Race Day Preparations 03:37 Running Events and Community Engagement 08:32 Carissa's Kids' Birthday Adventures 19:26 Start of the interview- Brian Siemann's Athletic Journey 29:16 Facing Disqualification and Early Setbacks 30:06 Near Misses and Heartbreak in Rio 31:13 Tokyo Games Amidst a Pandemic 32:16 Breaking the Fourth Place Curse 34:31 Routine and Preparation for Paris 37:19 The Day of the 400 Meter Final 47:38 Achieving the Podium Moment 54:40 Nervousness Before the 800 Meter Race 01:03:45 Reflecting on Winning a Paralympic Medal 01:04:27 The Value Beyond Medals 01:07:52 Switching to Controversial Questions 01:07:56 Comparing Olympic Experiences 01:11:27 The Meme of the Fall 01:14:30 Advice for Competing with Adaptive Athletes 01:17:44 Future Plans and Final Thoughts 01:21:50 Healthier U: Supplements and Nutrition 01:28:49 Mail Call and Running Playlist Ideas Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.