From Nadia to Now: The Tumultuous Legacy of Gymnastics

retchen dives into the world of Olympic gymnastics, exploring the history and impact of Nadia Comăneci and her legendary coach, Béla Károlyi. From Nadia's groundbreaking perfect 10 at the 1976 Olympics to the darker side of her training under the Karolyi's, Gretchen uncovers the intense pressures and challenges faced by these young athletes. The episode also touches on current gymnastics controversies, the ongoing legacy of Nadia, and the impact of the communist regime under Nicolae Ceaușescu in Romania... For Exclusive Insights and Behind-the-Scenes Content, Become a Patron! Unlock a world of exclusive content and insider access by joining our Patreon community at patreon.com/HousewivesOfTrueCrime, or at podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/housewives-of-true-crime. Dive deeper into the intriguing world of true crime with us! Show Your True Crime Passion with Our Exclusive Merchandise! Visit https://shop.housewivesoftruecrime.com/ to check out our unique collection and grab your favorites today! Discover the Ultimate in Beauty with 5Crimes Cosmetics! Elevate your skin and hair care routine with our exclusive line of 5Crimes products. Visit us at https://fivecrimes.com/ to explore our range and embrace the beauty revolution with 5Crimes. Watch us on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@housewivesoftruecrime Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/housewivesoftruecrime/?hl=en Follow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@housewivesoftruecrime?lang=en Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/669722783461628/ Clink Clink 🥂