117. Empowering Female Athletes with Flame Bearers Founder Jamie Mittelman The Multifaceted Athlete with Coaching Klutz
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This episode features Jamie Mittelman, the founder of Flame Bearers, a global storytelling platform celebrating the achievements of women Olympians and Paralympians.
We discuss Jamie's journey, from her athletic background to her experiences at Harvard that led to the creation of Flame Bearers.
We then delve into the importance of storytelling in sports, particularly for women and those with physical disabilities, who have historically received less media coverage.
Jamie shares insights into the selection process for featured athletes, the values driving Flame Bearers, and the impact of her work, including future plans for coverage of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics.
The conversation also touches on the representation of athletes in media, the balance between athletes' responsibilities and media coverage, and the personal motivations behind Jamie's commitment to empowering female athletes through Flame Bearers.
00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Guest Jamie Mittelman
01:23 Jamie’s Background and the Genesis of Flame Bearers
02:59 The Impact of Sports and the Olympic Dream
08:44 The Mission and Vision of Flame Bearers
15:59 Expanding Flame Bearers' Scope and Inclusivity
19:42 Choosing Stories and Athletes for Flame Bearers
22:38 Jamie's Favorite Story and Upcoming Interview
24:31 The Power of Staying True to Oneself: Caster Semenya's Story
25:06 Launching the Upcoming Season
25:27 Olympic Year Excitement and Climbing Sport Spotlight
27:46 Discovering New Sports: The Fascination with Modern Pentathlon
29:06 The Unique Challenges of Spectating and Commentating in Sports
34:33 Athlete Identity Beyond the Field: Transitioning from Sports
39:22 Special Edition Series and the Impact of Flame Bearers
41:48 The Personal Journey Behind Starting Flame Bearers
43:29 Celebrating Athlete Stories and Looking Towards the Future
Links:
https://flamebearers.com
https://flamebearers.com/the-podcast/
https://www.instagram.com/flamebearers/
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This episode features Jamie Mittelman, the founder of Flame Bearers, a global storytelling platform celebrating the achievements of women Olympians and Paralympians.
We discuss Jamie's journey, from her athletic background to her experiences at Harvard that led to the creation of Flame Bearers.
We then delve into the importance of storytelling in sports, particularly for women and those with physical disabilities, who have historically received less media coverage.
Jamie shares insights into the selection process for featured athletes, the values driving Flame Bearers, and the impact of her work, including future plans for coverage of the Paris Olympics and Paralympics.
The conversation also touches on the representation of athletes in media, the balance between athletes' responsibilities and media coverage, and the personal motivations behind Jamie's commitment to empowering female athletes through Flame Bearers.
00:00 Introduction to the Episode and Guest Jamie Mittelman
01:23 Jamie’s Background and the Genesis of Flame Bearers
02:59 The Impact of Sports and the Olympic Dream
08:44 The Mission and Vision of Flame Bearers
15:59 Expanding Flame Bearers' Scope and Inclusivity
19:42 Choosing Stories and Athletes for Flame Bearers
22:38 Jamie's Favorite Story and Upcoming Interview
24:31 The Power of Staying True to Oneself: Caster Semenya's Story
25:06 Launching the Upcoming Season
25:27 Olympic Year Excitement and Climbing Sport Spotlight
27:46 Discovering New Sports: The Fascination with Modern Pentathlon
29:06 The Unique Challenges of Spectating and Commentating in Sports
34:33 Athlete Identity Beyond the Field: Transitioning from Sports
39:22 Special Edition Series and the Impact of Flame Bearers
41:48 The Personal Journey Behind Starting Flame Bearers
43:29 Celebrating Athlete Stories and Looking Towards the Future
Links:
https://flamebearers.com
https://flamebearers.com/the-podcast/
https://www.instagram.com/flamebearers/
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Get 15% off your first order of Precision Fuel & Hydration: https://visit.pfandh.com/3TgaDkf
CONNECT WITH ME:
Apply for run coaching: https://forms.gle/QzAZhgr6vKhTUy9V9
Sign up for my newsletter: https://mailchi.mp/a9273bb0a8d1/subscribe
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachingklutz/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@coachingklutz
Website: https://www.coachingklutz.com/
Email: kelly@coachingklutz.com
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