HEAVY MEDALS Part 5: The Karolyi Way

With the next Olympics less than a year away, USA Gymnastics turns to the one person they think can save the team: Bela Karolyi.

Episode 5 of the 30 for 30 Podcasts podcast, hosted by ESPN, titled "HEAVY MEDALS Part 5: The Karolyi Way" was published on July 14, 2020 and runs 38 minutes.

July 14, 2020 ·38m · 30 for 30 Podcasts

Summary

After the glory of winning gold in Atlanta, the U.S. National Team slips on the world stage, finishing last in the finals at the 1999 World Championships. With the next Olympics less than a year away, USA Gymnastics turns to the one person they think can save the team: Bela Karolyi. Bela finally has what he’s always wanted, control over a semi-centralized training system in the United States. But on such a tight schedule, will the, “You can do it!” motivator-in-chief be able to lead a team to victory? If you or someone you know has been subjected to sexual assault or abuse, and you would like more information or support, these hotlines can help: RAINN's 24/7 confidential national sexual assault hotline: 1-800-656-4673, or ChildHelp: 1-800-4-A-Child. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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