Episode 2 - IOC BAN BLM

Episode 2 - IOC BAN BLM

Update: 2025-01-08
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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, so hit us up on @VoicesofTnF on Twitter.

(May 17, 2021)

Music: Clockwork Riddim - Usain Bolt

#Tokyo2020 #Olympics #BLM #TrackandField #Podcast

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Episode 2 - IOC BAN BLM

Episode 2 - IOC BAN BLM

Jade Johnson and Anson Henry