EPISODE · Aug 7, 2021 · 19 MIN
Ep 73 - Michael Holding - Why we kneel, how we rise
from The Paddock and The Pavilion - The Horse Racing and Cricket Podcast · host Stephen Wallis
Legendary West Indian fast bowler of the 1970s & 1980s and now Sky Sports Cricket commentator Michael Holding talks passionately about his new book ‘Why we kneel, how we rise’. Michael reveals why he came to write the book which covers his own experiences of racism and those of other iconic sporting superstars, Usain Bolt, Thierry Henry, Michael Johnson and many more. In the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in May 2020 Michael highlights the key message of education and the need for more open conversations on racism. As the book cover says – It will shock, educate, and inspire you. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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Legendary West Indian fast bowler of the 1970s & 1980s and now Sky Sports Cricket commentator Michael Holding talks passionately about his new book ‘Why we kneel, how we rise’. Michael reveals why he came to write the book which covers his own experiences of racism and those of other iconic sporting superstars, Usain Bolt, Thierry Henry, Michael Johnson and many more. In the aftermath of George Floyd’s murder in May 2020 Michael highlights the key message of education and the need for more open conversations on racism. As the book cover says – It will shock, educate, and inspire you. Please subscribe to us on Apple podcasts, Google, Soundcloud, Spotify or Stitcher. Connect with us on Twitter, Facebook & Instagram @ThePaddandPav Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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