Episode 44: Rosie Popa on Olympic Gold, Resetting the Rhythm & Riding the Lemon Farm Loop

In Episode 44 of Scoreboard, host Chris Titley catches up with Olympic gold medallist Rosie Popa for a beautifully honest chat about pressure, identity, and learning when to let go.Rosie reflects on growing up surrounded by elite rowers (including her parents), missing out on Rio 2016, and how heartbreak on Valentine’s Day set her on a path that ultimately led to Tokyo glory. She shares stories of lemon farms in South America, midnight border dashes, and rowing through a typhoon—plus how four best mates in a boat pulled off an Olympic record.Now deep into her next chapter—MBA done, corporate career paused—Rosie talks about redefining what “healthy” looks like, sitting with discomfort, and why being still might be the bravest thing she’s done yet.💫 A vulnerable, powerful reminder that gold medals fade—but the lessons last a lifetime.📌 Subscribe for more athlete stories and insights.Follow us at:w: www.scoreboardpodcast.cominsta: @scoreboardpody: https://www.youtube.com/@Scoreboardpodcastp: Partnership opportunities – https://www.linkedin.com/in/ctitley/#sport #business #life #ScoreboardPodcast