Episode 8 - Lessons from Boys in the Boat

Episode Description

Weber State cross country and track coach Corbin Talley returns to discuss what we learned reading this incredible book. We share the quotes that moved us, the lessons we took from the gut-wrenching story of the University of Washington rowing team’s journey to representing the U.S. in the 1936 Olympic Games. The book weaves world history, athletic challenges and personal struggles in way that is both poetic and riveting. It is a story that underscores why even the toughest and most talented individuals need a team. We loved it, and Coach Talley shares personal stories and favorite passages with us.

Boys in the Boat by Daniel James Brown

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Sports are more than just games. Competition is a classroom for the human experience. While scoreboards declare winners and losers, the real value of athletics is the lessons that transcend any field of play. Lessons like perseverance, leadership, and resilience. And coaches are the people responsible for teaching these principles to athletes and fans alike. Have you ever wondered what shaped the philosophy or leadership style of your favorite coaches? A new podcast from KSL - Coach’s Book Club - asks coaches and athletes to share how their favorite books educated, changed or inspired them. Hosts David James and Amy Donaldson are veteran journalists who’ve covered everything from Olympic triumphs to high school heartbreaks. Each month, they'll introduce you to a coach and get their book club pick. Then, we'll read the book together and discuss the characters, themes and lessons. And we want to hear your take, too. This isn't just a podcast to listen to, it's a community. So join the coach's book club!