# Tommie Smith

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Season 5 Episode 10 - Tommie Smith

Come on in and take a listen as I chat with Mr. Tommie Smith my higher ed colleague and brother!

162: Unsung Olympic Heroes

Not all Olympic heroes win the gold. In fact, there are so many heroes who never stepped onto the medal podium. On this episode of Sports' Forgotten Heroes, we're going to look back at some very unique heroes from several past Olympics, summer and winter. We shine a spotlight on a different kind of…

162: Unsung Olympic Heroes

Not all Olympic heroes win the gold. In fact, there are so many heroes who never stepped onto the medal podium. On this episode of Sports' Forgotten Heroes, we're going to look back at some very unique heroes from several past Olympics, summer and winter. We shine a spotlight on a different kind of…

Sports and Politics – When Games Change History

This episode explores the powerful relationship between sports and politics, showing how international competition often reflects wider struggles over ideology, identity, and national influence. The Olympic Games, originally imagined as a peaceful meeting place for nations, became especially politi…

#3 - Craig Foster Kicking Goals For Humanity

I was delighted when former Socceroo, broadcaster, filmmaker, author and refugee advocate Craig Foster agreed to join my new Love, Laughter and Kindness podcast. Given his wide audience, his willingness to support a new podcast was a wonderful act of generosity. Foster reflected on his journey from…

#OTD: Black Power Salute and Million Man March Make History

On Oct. 16, 1968, Olympic medalists Tommie Smith and John Carlos raised black-gloved fists during the national anthem at the Mexico City Olympics, protesting racial injustice and poverty in America. Their historic demonstration led to their suspension from the U.S. Olympic team and became an enduri…

The Spirit of Atonement: Honoring the Million Man March

In this episode of Urban View Mornings, hosts Lamont King and Dr. Greg Carr take a deep dive into the historical significance of October 16th, reflecting on pivotal events such as John Brown's raid, Tommie Smith and John Carlos's Olympic protests, and the monumental Million Man March of 1995. As th…

Blues Moments in Time - October 16: Protest, Persistence and the Power of the Blues

On this edition of Blues Moments in Time, we explore a day where acts of resistance, cultural expression and musical innovation intersected across more than a century of history. From John Brown's raid on Harper's Ferry in 1859 to the iconic silent protest of Tommie Smith and John Carlos at the 196…