In this episode, hosted by 2002 Olympic figure skating champion Sarah Hughes, we dive deep into the incredible career of Kelly Clark, Olympic gold medalist in snowboarding. Kelly talks about her remarkable journey from discovering snowboarding as a child in Mount Snow, Vermont, to becoming the first American woman to win gold in snowboarding at the 2002 Salt Lake City Games. She shares insightful anecdotes about her experiences in multiple Olympics, the evolution of snowboarding as a sport, and the challenges she faced along the way. Kelly also reflects on her transition from competitive snowboarding to her current life, emphasizing the importance of investing in others and the lasting influence of motherhood. Join us for this captivating conversation filled with laughter, tears, and invaluable life lessons. 00:00 Introduction and Greetings 01:57 Snowboarding Career and Medals 06:52 Early Life and Snowboarding Beginnings 11:31 Olympic Journey and Achievements 22:30 Snowboarding's Evolution and Scoring Systems 26:39 Judging Criteria in Snowboarding 27:55 Personal Growth and Retirement Decision 29:58 Challenges in Sochi Olympics 33:38 Adapting to Difficult Conditions 39:18 Reflecting on Olympic Achievements 45:47 Transitioning from Competition to Retirement 50:38 Final Thoughts and Reflections 53:01 Torch or Tin: Quickfire Questions

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