Elana Meyers Taylor

Elana Meyers Taylor, American bobsledder and multi-time Olympic medallist who won monobob gold and advocates for diversity and disability rights. She recalls celebrating with her deaf sons using sign language. She talks about juggling elite sport with motherhood, pushing for greater access and representation in winter sports. She also addresses climate change’s impact on bobsleigh and her plans to recruit and support diverse talent.

Join Paralympian Emelia Perry, skier Andrew Weibrecht, and bobsledder Elana Meyers Taylor as they share their thrilling Olympic experiences. Emelia talks about her journey to the paratriathlon in Paris, revealing the emotional and physical challenges she faced. Andrew dives into the balance between Olympic glory and everyday life, while Elana reflects on the significance of medals, not just as awards, but as symbols of hard work. Together, they inspire young athletes to chase their dreams and embrace the joy of competition!

Elana Meyers Taylor, the most decorated Olympic American Bobsledder, plays our game called, "You've medaled alright...in Death Metal!" She is joined by panelists Negin Farsad, Alzo Slade and Paula Poundstone.To manage podcast ad preferences, review the links below:See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for sponsorship and to manage your podcast sponsorship preferences.NPR Privacy Policy