Episode 116: Rowena Meredith - Olympic Creativity

In the world of elite sports, discipline, commitment and resilience tend to reign supreme. So, is there a role for creativity?  

In this episode, Rowena Meredith (double olympian and also Chris’ daughter) shares her journey from a young athlete trying various sports to becoming a medal-winning Olympian. She discusses the pivotal moments that led her to take rowing seriously, the competitive nature of the sport, and the balance between individual ambition and teamwork. 

Rowena also reflects on the importance of creativity within the highly structured discipline of rowing, her experiences with art as a form of relaxation during competitions, and offers advice for young athletes and their parents. 

The conversation culminates in her reflections on the surreal experience of standing on the Olympic podium and what the future holds for her after her competitive career.  Tune in for olympic insights and a dash of father-daughter chemistry.

LINKS:

Rowena Meredith- Special Guests

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rowena-meredith-oly-00a63a64

Instagram: www.instagram.com/roorows/

Paul Fairweather - Co-host

https://www.paulfairweather.com

Chris Meredith - Co-host

https://www.chrismeredith.com.au

Two Common Creatives

https://www.twocommoncreatives.com/podcast

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