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"I was really crazy!" đŸ€Ș - Barbara Kendall remembers gold at 1992 Olympics. #sport #podcast #aotearoa

December 18, 202400:49
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I've got a photo here to show you this
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is you on the podium getting a gold
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medal at the 92 Olympics how do you feel
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when you see that I was a bit crazy when
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you see that photo do you feel like the
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same person or does it feel like so far
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removed no I'm still really crazy I had
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no idea of the significance of that you
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were a household name like I don't think
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we can emphasize that point home enough
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just what a big deal this was well
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everywhere I went people knew who I was
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and it was weird in the beginning so I
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was crazy you get a bit maybe
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self-conscious you know a little bit so
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you have to T yourself down and yeah you
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feel like you're being watched all time
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you know you're at a pub and you hang
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out with your mates and you're having
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good time yelling and you're being
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obnoxious or whatever it may be and
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someone goes yells across the P hey I
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know you you're Barbara Kindle and
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everybody then turns and stars it and
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you go oh

Podspun Insights

In this episode, the conversation takes a nostalgic turn as the guest reflects on their unforgettable moment on the Olympic podium, clutching a gold medal from the 1992 Games. The guest shares the surreal experience of being a household name, revealing the complexities of fame and the pressure that comes with it. With a mix of humor and introspection, they recount the strange sensation of being recognized in everyday situations, like enjoying a night out with friends. The candid discussion highlights the emotional weight of past achievements while maintaining a light-hearted tone, making it relatable and engaging for listeners.

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Episode Highlights

  • The Weight of Fame
    Barbara Kindle reflects on the unexpected significance of her Olympic gold medal.
    “I had no idea of the significance of that.”
    @ 00m 13s
    December 18, 2024
  • Feeling Watched
    She shares the experience of being recognized everywhere and its effects on her.
    “You feel like you're being watched all the time.”
    @ 00m 31s
    December 18, 2024

Episode Quotes

Key Moments

  • Fame's Pressure00:21
  • Self-Consciousness00:25