Lets Talk Para
Lets Talk Para
Podcast Description
Welcome to 'Let's Talk Para', the podcast that brings you closer to the world of para-sport through stories, insights, and conversations with the people who make it happen. Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of para-athletes, explore the perspectives of dedicated coaches, and hear from the trailblazers shaping the future of disability sport. Whether you’re passionate about sports, advocacy, inclusion or simply love a great story, 'Let's Talk Para' sheds light on the achievements, challenges, and experiences within the para-sport community.
Podcast Insights
Content Themes
The podcast centers around various themes in para-sport, including athlete journeys, coaching strategies, advocacy for inclusion, and the impact of disability in sports. Episodes provide specific insights, like exploring the coaching philosophy with Joe McDonnell, discussing personal triumphs and challenges faced by athletes such as Ahalya Lettenberger, and addressing issues like fair classification advocated by George Bates.
Welcome to ‘Let’s Talk Para’, the podcast that brings you closer to the world of para-sport through stories, insights, and conversations with the people who make it happen. Join us as we dive deep into the journeys of para-athletes, explore the perspectives of dedicated coaches, and hear from the trailblazers shaping the future of disability sport. Whether you’re passionate about sports, advocacy, inclusion or simply love a great story, ‘Let’s Talk Para’ sheds light on the achievements, challenges, and experiences within the para-sport community.
Martin McElhatton OBE is a former Paralympian and the Chief Executive of WheelPower, the national charity for wheelchair sport in Britain. Martin shares his journey from representing Great Britain in wheelchair basketball at the 1984 Paralympic Games to leading WheelPower since 1987. In 2020, he received an OBE for his services to disability sport.
In this episode, he discusses his extensive involvement in wheelchair sports, including his voluntary roles in wheelchair tennis at both national and international levels. Martin reflects on the transformative power of sport for disabled individuals and his dedication to creating opportunities for participation and leadership in disability sports. He also talks about the recognition he received with an OBE in the 2020 New Year Honours for his services to disability sport.
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