Unconventional Voices of Track & Field

As a record filled Indoor season has been recently completed, the athletes begin to lick their chops and prepare for what really matters - OUTDOORS!But what implications did the Indoor season provide?  Who are the rising stars?  Who's falling off?  And what seems sketchy?Jade and Anson really go in on this Outdoor season preview.  As they always do.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss, so hit us up on @VoicesofTnF on Twitter.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain BoltTimecodes:00 - Intro2:04 - Does Julien Alfred already deserve the Bowerman?  3:55 - Field events convert better to Outdoors than the Sprints do5:02 - Jamaicans are taking over the Jumps8:20 - Jazmin Sawyers had the biggest moment of the Indoor season10:39 - Enjoy the NCAA kids - Don't rush to this pro stuff12:20 - Slow on the clock with a good show OR great on the clock, but boring?13:46 - Jade believes Sydney has the tools to be GREAT Long Jumper16:06 - Tyreek Hill going towards the Jake Paul model21:17 - Marcell Jacobs had a rough Indoor season...22:42 - Who is Samuele Ceccarelli?26:18 - The teefing shoes (Questionable shoes because of how they assist)27:58 - Femke Bol is a monster - but is that good enough to beat Sydney??30:34 - Make the 400m Great Again33:17 - Will the Women's Jamaican Sweep be broken up this season?

As the 18th edition of the World Athletics Championships in Eugene, Oregon get underway in just over 24 hours, Jade and Anson make their podcast comeback!It's been a while, but they don't miss a beat and are back with a BANG!This episode is JAM PACKED with controversial topics, "unpopular" opinions, World Championships chat, and of course, medal predictions!Who will be the biggest winners and losers on the WORLD stage?We want you involved in the conversation (if you know how to stay in your lane) @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

The World Indoor Championships in Belgrade Serbia got underway at the beginning of March and it didn't disappoint. There were some great performances, some upsets, a few world records, and of course, it wouldn't be Track & Field if there wasn't some "hot topics" to get us all talking! Did Marcell Jacobs really win the Men's 60m? Was that jump in the Long Jump really a foul? What happened to Swoboda? Will Rojas jump 16m? We also heard Mondo Duplantis broke the World Record - but we didn't get to see it.Overall, the 2022 World Indoor Championships was a good one, BUT we all know the real Track & Field season doesn't really start until athlete's head "outside" and start putting down some early season performances on the outdoor track. And, from the looks of things already, this season is about to be one to remember! Fred Kerley has already run under 10s in the 100m, 20.0 in the 200m, and 44.4 in the 400m!! And this was all BEFORE April!! Why is Elaine Thompson-Herah running 400m....in 56.72? And, where is Tara Davis? Its about to be a very busy summer... Get your popcorn ready! We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss, so hit us up on @VoicesofTnF on Twitter.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

It's been a frantic few weeks since our last episode.With the World Indoor Championships only a couple of weeks away, February seemed to end in a frenzy.  There were a lot of standout performances from athletes around the world that caught our eye in more ways than one.In Episode 2, we discuss the issue between sprinter Trayvon Bromell and NFL wide receiver Tyreek Hill,  Grant Holloway's continued dominance, sexiness in the sport of Track & Field and the wave of white athletes that have been performing well in characteristically black dominated events.We always want you involved in the conversation, so send your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

We are BACK with Season TWO of Unconventional Voices of Track and Field! The 2022 indoor season is underway and in Episode 1 we discuss - Do we really need an indoor season?  With less than half of elite athletes competing, is it really worth it?  We also talk about the return of Christian Coleman, some of the hottest performance so far, and as always, much MUCH more.With a new look but the same unfiltered vibe, its good to be back!We always want you involved in the conversation, so send your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

In Part 2, Jade and Anson round out their season with a BANG!As the new Track & Field season is upon us, and athletes are back in fall training, they revisit some of the major themes that made the latter part of the 2021 Track & Field season one of the most talked about topics in the sporting world and beyond.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

2021 was a pivotal season for Track & Field.From NFL wide receiver DK Metcalf lining up in a pro race, to the Sha'Carri Richardson rollercoaster, to long-standing world records being smashed or threatened, to shoes that are seemingly transforming athlete performance.After a few weeks to reflect, Jade and Anson take a look back and highlight some of their standout moments and their significance in Part 1 of this 2 part Season Finale.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

The Tokyo 2020 Olympics Games have recently concluded, and after all of the speculation of whether an Olympic Games could or should be held during a pandemic.  After all was said and done, it has been seen by most as a big success. Track & Field had many highs and lows, and there were some truly outstanding performances, despite no crowd.  We give our "hot take" on many of the performances, and news that got the world talking, as well as our overall thoughts on an Olympics in a Pandemic.We also discuss - what we think is arguably the most anticipated post Olympic Track meet In history!  The Nike Prefontaine Classic, being held in Eugene, Oregon at magical Hayward field.  So many Olympic medallists on display, as well an the "Olympic" race we all wanted to see...  Sha'Carri Richardson from the USA going head-to-head-to-head with ALL three Jamaican medallists from the Women's 100m at the Olympics Games including the Fastest Woman in the World Elaine Thompson. We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

The Games of the XXXII Olympiad, otherwise known as Tokyo 2020, was originally scheduled to take place from 24 July to 9 August 2020, but the event was postponed in March 2020 as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.With the Olympics finally on the horizon, should the Olympics have ever have gotten this far in the first place, or should it have just been cancelled all together? These are some of the questions we discuss, along with some of the logistics and rules in place to try and make an Olympics happen in a pandemic.Jade and Anson, also look back at what there time was like competing at the Olympics, and breakdown all the challenges athletes will face to achieve "The Dream" whilst trying to navigate how different and difficult this unique Olympic Games will be.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

In arguably the craziest week in in Track & Field history, Jade and Anson unpack all the top stories, astonishing results, the highs, and the lows of a week (or three) filled with drama, and fueled by emotion. One of the most talked about stories this week was that of Sha'Carri Richardson - US Champion and Olympic gold medal favourite.  She tested positive for a prohibited substance soon after winning the US Trials and booking her trip to Tokyo.  She subsequently received a one month ban, meaning she will miss the Olympics altogether.  The response sent shockwaves through the world of Track & Field - AND BEYOND - making it one of the biggest drugs "scandals" in Track & Field history!   What was she banned for?  WEED!?!We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

In Episode 5, Jade and Anson give their take on one of the hottest topics in the world of Track & Field, and Sport as a whole - DRUGS.In light of the recent revelations that American record holder in the 1500m and 5000m, Shelby Houlihan, who recently tested positive for the banned substance Nandrolone, the pair have an in-depth discussion about the amount of positive support the media, fellow athletes, and fans, have shown for the White female American athlete. Historically when it comes to Black athletes the reaction is completely different, and this case has shone a light on the disparities and bias shown.They also, discuss an array of other doping related topics, as well as the inconsistencies that are present in the testing system as a whole.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

In this weeks episode Jade and Anson discuss the immense pressures that phenomenal young athletes face being in the spot light.  As the NCAA Championships get under way, there is an excellent crop of young athletes competing who might also be poised to make the US Olympic Team.They examine the mental health concerns of being so young, and having that level of expectation put on such young shoulders.  As well as which athletes to look out for in the coming weeks, months and years. We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

Track and Field hasn't evolved much for quite some time.  While there is a great product for fans to watch, the production and marketing of events outside of the Olympics or World Championships don't quite match.  Making it difficult for fans to consistently engage with the sport.In this episode, Jade and Anson provide their insight on how these events could be made better, whether on the track or in the field.Track & Field, and its athletes are vibrant and entertaining, and this is not being portrayed. We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

Following up on Episode 2, where we discussed the IOC ban on all protests - specifically Black Lives Matter.  The IOC chose to uphold Rule 50 due to a survey conducted on 3500 athletes, where "70%" were in favour of the ban.In this BONUS episode we break down the survey, and delve into the sample makeup. Highlighting an obvious bias when examining what sports and countries came out on top.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

In the wake of George Floyd's murder, protests and raised awareness surrounding the Black Lives Matter (BLM) movement erupted.  Sports organizations worldwide took note and showed solidarity by allowing athletes to peacefully protest without punishment.  However, in April 2021 the International Olympic Committee (IOC) upheld  Rule 50, which bans all peaceful protests at the Olympic Games.In this weeks episode Jade and Anson weigh in on this controversial decision.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

The highly anticipated NFL speed vs Track speed showdown finally happened as Seattle Seahawks receiver DK Metcalf lined up with some professional sprinters at the USATF Golden Games at Mt. San Antonio College.In episode 1, Jade and Anson made their predictions.  And although they were right - they were very wrong.In this BONUS episode they reflect on DK's performance, and round up all of the details, opinions and facts about what went down.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

NFL football player DK Metcalf announced to the sports world that he would be jumping into a 100m competition with some world class sprinters at the USATF Golden Games in Walnut, California on May 9th.  The talks of DK's speed comparison with Olympic sprinters all began with his chase down tackle on Arizona Cardinal's safety Budda Baker in a Sunday Night Football game in week 7 of the 2020 season on October 26th of 2020.  Later that night USA Track & Field tweeted that he can come and see some real speed at the 2021 US Olympic Trials.  He quickly replied "See you there."Jade and Anson give their take on the delusion of football fans truly believing that he actually has a shot at making the team, and what to expect when he lines up at the Golden Games, which would be his first 100m competition in the lead into the Olympic Trials.We want you involved in the conversation, so send us your comments, opinions and future show ideas you would like us to discuss to @VoicesofTnF on Twitter and Instagram.LIKE, SHARE AND SUBSCRIBE ON ALL PLATFORMSMusic: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt