The Double Life of an Olympian: Mark Foster’s Journey

  In this episode Mark Foster, Olympic swimmer turned broadcaster and author, reflects on his career, the pressures of elite sport, and the choices that shaped his life. He discusses training, competition, the loneliness and lessons of swimming, and his decision to write an honest memoir about hiding his sexuality and the people and events that influenced him. Foster shares personal stories about loss, reinvention after retirement, and the relief of living openly, explaining why he chose to publish his book now and what he hopes readers will take from it: courage, visibility, and the freedom to be yourself.   https://markfoster.co.uk/