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Defiance

By: Michael Johnson
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  • Summary

  • Legendary sprinter Michael Johnson embarks upon a personal journey through the history of protest in sport.

    Drawing on conversations with fellow athletes, commentators and educators, he discovers the remarkable stories of those who’ve taken stands, and assesses the impact of their efforts in driving societal change.

    Michael also reflects on his own actions of defiance, how the modern day differs from the peak years of his career and contemplates whether he himself would take the knee were he still competing.
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    Sep 28 2021

    Legendary sprinter Michael Johnson embarks upon a personal journey through the history of protest in sport.

    Drawing on conversations with fellow athletes, commentators and educators, he discovers the remarkable stories of those who’ve taken stands, and assesses the impact of their efforts in driving societal change.

    Michael also reflects on his own actions of defiance, how the modern day differs from the peak years of his career and contemplates whether he himself would take the knee were he still competing.
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    2 mins
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  • Ep 1: The Quiet Beginning

    Ep 1: The Quiet Beginning
    Oct 13 2021

    Michael shines the spotlight on the men and women who protested silently in his own sport of track and field. From Jesse Owens to Tommie Smith and John Carlos to Cathy Freeman. Together, Michael and Cathy reflect on a special night they shared at the Sydney 2000 Olympics.

    This episode contains references to historical racism and a reference to suicide. Listener discretion is advised.
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    1 hr and 6 mins
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  • Ep 2: Here's to You, Jackie Robinson

    Ep 2: Here's to You, Jackie Robinson
    Oct 13 2021

    Michael profiles the Godfather of sporting protest, Jackie Robinson, assessing the impact breaking the colour line in Major League Baseball had on the Civil Rights Movement.

    This episode contains strong language, including the N word, and historically racists terms and descriptions that are offensive. Listener discretion is advised.

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    1 hr and 5 mins
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