On this episode, we look at the world of rhythmic gymnastics with freelance sports journalist and commentator Blythe Lawrence (whose voice you might recognize from many a gymnastics feed). Blythe explains how the sport works and what we can look forward to at Paris 2024.

Be sure to follow Blythe on Twitter and Insta!

In our Seoul history moment, Alison looks at the men's 100m butterfly race, which has a surprising winner.

In our visit to TKFLASTAN, we have news from:

• Swimmer Felicity Passon
• Speed skater Erin Jackson - catch her this fall on "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test"
• Author George Hirthler - find the article we mention here.
• Several TKFLASTANIs will be competing at World Athletics World Champs, so get ready to cheer on pole vaulter Katie Moon, hammer thrower DeAnna Price, and race walker Evan Dunfee.

Plus, we have updates from Paris 2024 and MIlan-Cortina 2026!

For a transcript of this episode, please visit our website.

Thanks so much for listening, and until next time, keep the flame alive!

Photo courtesy of Blythe Lawrence.

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Keep the Flame Alive: The Podcast for Fans of the Olympics and Paralympics with hosts Jill Jaracz & Alison Brown

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