How Did Carly Patterson Become the 2004 Olympic Champion, Find Her Identity Post-Retirement, and Master the Art of Self-Confidence?

I Have Cool Friends

English - January 29, 2020 08:15 - 1 hour - 40.4 MB - ★★★★★ - 306 ratings
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Sam welcomes to the podcast All-Around Champion at the 2004 Olympic Games, Carly Patterson. Carly is truly a trailblazer for the United States as she was the first American woman in twenty years to win the All-Around Olympic Gold medal since Mary Lou Retton in 1984. Since her victory, the U.S. has won every consecutive all-around gold medal. In addition to her gymnastics accolades, Carly is a successful singer/songwriter and motivational speaker. In this episode, Carly discusses her journey to the Olympics and the unique factors that led to her success. Carly shares some stories from her own experiences the Olympics, including how Ashley Simpson got her pumped up before each competition. Sam and Carly open up about their identity struggles post-Olympic Games. Finally, Carly provides her insights on confidence, community, family and what it takes to become an Olympic champion.

Full show notes: http://ihavecoolfriends.show/s3e3