August 2, 2024

Olympic recap from Paris. UW rowers go for gold. Mental health of athletes. Egan claims he's the Prince of Puyallup.

August 2, 2024

Chris Egan, KING 5  joins Jason "Puck" Puckett, former KJR host from Paris during the Olympics. He discusses the atmosphere in Paris, the popularity of the Olympics, and the success of the U.S. Gymnastics team. They also talk about the pressure and mental health challenges that athletes face, as well as the negative impact of social media. They mention the upcoming rowing competition which includes four  University of Washington rowers and the excitement surrounding it.

Rundown

00:00 Egan is eating and drinking his way through Paris

03:06 Success of the U.S. Gymnastics team and Simone Biles getting golf

08:12 Pressure and mental health challenges for athletes and relating it to the Mitch Garver situation

13:49 Anticipation for the rowing competition, which features four University of Washington rowers

28:04 Future episodes from local eateries in Paris

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