Michael Johnson: The Truth Behind 4 Olympic Golds, Doping & Team USA

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  • @HighPerformancePodcast
    @HighPerformancePodcast  4 месяца назад +4

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    • @sianbradshaw
      @sianbradshaw 4 месяца назад

      Carl Lewis is a drug cheating disgrace.

  • @joncamilleri2172
    @joncamilleri2172 4 месяца назад +162

    MJ is an absolute legend, I grew up watching him absolutely demolish the competion. In a way that may never be repeated. The GOAT.

    • @peace7482
      @peace7482 4 месяца назад +22

      Bolt did it, did the same...

    • @emillyyelen5169
      @emillyyelen5169 4 месяца назад +7

      Yeah Michael Jordan...

    • @joncamilleri2172
      @joncamilleri2172 4 месяца назад +1

      @@emillyyelen5169 😂

    • @crimsonchin9632
      @crimsonchin9632 4 месяца назад +9

      Bolt did it against the best generation in history.

    • @AlMan42
      @AlMan42 4 месяца назад +8

      GOATs don't get absolutely obliterated like he did against Donovan Bailey. Absolutely embarassing.

  • @garyhollywood3688
    @garyhollywood3688 4 месяца назад +77

    You sometimes hear athletes say "I know I deserved better!". But Michael has given me a great gift in his quote "Success doesn't care what you think you deserve!"

    • @plee6223
      @plee6223 4 месяца назад +2

      I agree with you.

    • @WolfeTone66
      @WolfeTone66 4 месяца назад +2

      Yes, great quote 👍

    • @jcasetnl
      @jcasetnl 4 месяца назад +3

      People who think athletics in schools is just win at all costs and a macho thing don't understand that athletics - especially individual sports - teaches you your limits. And you learn your limits by LOSING. A whole lot of losing. Also, for 99.9999% of us, we're never going to be world champions or anywhere close. It teaches humility and it teaches exactly what Johnson said: no matter what you think you deserve, no matter that the other guy is a jerk and you're the nice person, no matter that you trained harder or smarter, no matter you had a better diet, and so on, the stopwatch doesn't care. Results always matter. It's a hard lesson in life that it's obvious too many people never learned.

  • @cdawg_sf
    @cdawg_sf 4 месяца назад +54

    MJ did a magnificent job with the Olympic coverage for the BBC. So insightful and lots of passion. Can listen to him for hours.

    • @texritter4787
      @texritter4787 4 месяца назад +7

      I agree, he’s a great communicator and extremely knowledgeable.
      The BBC’s problem was with the others on the panel spouting endless BS platitudes and not allowing him to talk. The BBC should base their athletes coverage around him and definitely get rid of that idiot presenter who’s totally unqualified for the job and talks absolute shit!

    • @Hemanbundles
      @Hemanbundles 4 месяца назад

      Did he race Donavan Bailey

  • @theleadershipproject
    @theleadershipproject 4 месяца назад +9

    Michael Johnson is the walking (and running) embodiment of resilience, ethics, and values. His ethics in giving back that medal are a lesson for us all. His resilience is from his ability to let go of things that were not in his control and focus on what was in his control. Further compounded with bounding back from a stroke. Trauma and bad luck do not discriminate. Bad things happen to good people all the time. The difference in high performers is how they bounce back from those setbacks. What a champion of a person, let alone an athlete.

    • @MalickFarms
      @MalickFarms 3 месяца назад

      No one will say it better than you

  • @unknown-lf6zx
    @unknown-lf6zx 4 месяца назад +11

    I remember his gold spikes and all the flashes around the Olympic stadium! So special!

  • @stevocaspo7414
    @stevocaspo7414 4 месяца назад +20

    This guy is a fantastic interviewer, because he allows Michael to talk without interruption.
    And Michael articulates himself really well

  • @pty1pty2
    @pty1pty2 5 месяцев назад +51

    It's been wonderful seeing Mr Johnson again, thank you for getting him on board this conversation.

    • @burlhorse61
      @burlhorse61 4 месяца назад +1

      He appears on teh BBC team-whenever there's a major athletics event

  • @icecreamdooky4478
    @icecreamdooky4478 5 месяцев назад +68

    Growing up I just remember him being the best at running - today I learnt he’s an absolute legend and deserved every medal. Exceptional recovery from a stroke - fair play and fantastic episode!

  • @Mad_Intellect
    @Mad_Intellect 5 месяцев назад +76

    Not really into track and field, but I would always watch this dude, he had such a distinct and iconic running style.

    • @Bud_Jablonski
      @Bud_Jablonski 5 месяцев назад +4

      You’re missing out on a lot of good action.

    • @benjenkons7451
      @benjenkons7451 5 месяцев назад +5

      We got a juicy 100 an 200 meters track in this 2024 Olympic Games! Noah lyles has had his cake and eaten it through the world championships and rightly so the man is lethal quick !! Mad respect he’s the real deal…but Kishane Thompson is a problem!? Can’t wait for this to play out! Sha Carri Richardson!!! Wow !! Her game has changed gears she’s not fucking about ! Strictly business!! More stealthy under the radar just get the job done and she will!! Il put my house on it! Still… Shericka Jackson !! Pure dander zone mad quick!! This is 🔥🔥🔥

    • @peace7482
      @peace7482 4 месяца назад

      ​@@benjenkons7451100%

    • @burlhorse61
      @burlhorse61 4 месяца назад

      that all i look forward to in the olympics-maybe a bit of swimming and gymnastics.

    • @Mad_Intellect
      @Mad_Intellect 4 месяца назад

      @@burlhorse61 Final was good I ain't gon' lie lol

  • @murrayivan
    @murrayivan 4 месяца назад +30

    What a great interview. I never knew Michael Johnson was so articulate. Every answer he gave showed his honesty and humility. Well done.

    • @ptp4life123
      @ptp4life123 4 месяца назад +1

      I know meant for your comment to be a compliment. However, saying a black athlete is articulate is insulting. Do you feel the same way about white-track athletes?

    • @ptp4life123
      @ptp4life123 4 месяца назад

      Is Michael picking up and English accent? 😊

    • @DromeG60
      @DromeG60 4 месяца назад

      @@ptp4life123that’s a horrible reply, what was the point in that? and why are you bringing race into it?!

  • @theoutsider6191
    @theoutsider6191 5 месяцев назад +63

    Michael Johnson is certainly one of the nicest people in elite level sports. An articulate and thoughtful man, with integrity. On top of that one of the best athletes of all time because of the effort he put in on top of his physical gifts.

    •  4 месяца назад

      there is footage of kids shouting him in a parking lot,he had not time for them they caught him on their phone

    • @user-xh7rz6sh7t
      @user-xh7rz6sh7t 4 месяца назад

      So one or a few times not being as kind as he normally is means he’s not a good person?

    •  4 месяца назад

      @@user-xh7rz6sh7t no not really he didnt know he was been filmed kids were saying hello he had no time for them

    • @user-xh7rz6sh7t
      @user-xh7rz6sh7t 4 месяца назад

      I’m sincerely not sure what your original point is.

  • @kevinbailey3384
    @kevinbailey3384 5 месяцев назад +49

    A wonderful commentator on Athletics, as elegant off the track as he was on it.
    His innate intelligence, and in credible determination allowed a remarkable recovery from a serious stroke.
    Admired and respected throughout the world, and rightly so

    • @BlueHopi144
      @BlueHopi144 5 месяцев назад +1

      one of the Us legends of track without a doubt . He was the guy i was following back in the 90's

    • @donniecook9757
      @donniecook9757 5 месяцев назад

      I think he inferred that Antonio should have kept it to himself which he testified in a trial… he wasn’t going to lie

  • @patrickverona387
    @patrickverona387 4 месяца назад +3

    Wow!! What a sharp gentleman he is. I never knew he had a stroke. It shows that if I can happen to such a fit Olympic athlete. It can happen to anyone. God bless him and God bless his continued recovery.

  • @starfighter1972
    @starfighter1972 4 месяца назад +4

    What an amazing interview! There are so many important tips to take. Michael Johnson is so grounded and knowledgeable. I'm happy that he is so strong to recover from his stroke. He is an Olympic champion for a reason.

  • @theNfl_Esq
    @theNfl_Esq 5 месяцев назад +52

    He was the most beautiful sprinter I’d ever seen. The WR he got in ‘96 when he smashed his own record was epic

    • @yaakw
      @yaakw 5 месяцев назад +3

      The only sprinter that leaned backwards the whole way.

    • @ModSquads
      @ModSquads 5 месяцев назад

      ​@@yaakw😂

    • @jujutrini8412
      @jujutrini8412 5 месяцев назад +4

      I used to love watching him run. He was so majestic.

    • @chaunceygardner2342
      @chaunceygardner2342 5 месяцев назад +1

      Eyes not emotion

    • @zerog4261
      @zerog4261 5 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@yaakwHe actually said that wasn't true, he just didn't have the usual lean and on camera it gave that illusion

  • @davet9655
    @davet9655 5 месяцев назад +39

    Couldn’t think of a better person than MJ to be a stroke ambassador, knowing how hard it is to come back from such a physical challenge, the sacrifice needed.

    • @DidiPort
      @DidiPort 5 месяцев назад +1

      My Wife also had a stroke on the left side, Michael and my wife have two things in common. Incredible strength of mind, and absolute unwillingness to bow to the condition. My wife is not 100%, however you wouldn’t know she had a stroke if were to meet her. This medical event did leave scars, stress in any form potentially pushes her off the rails, this requires a constant vigilance and awareness watching for telltale signs. Thank you for the video.

  • @ycanionlyevafind1sok
    @ycanionlyevafind1sok 5 месяцев назад +81

    It feels like this podcast was literally made with this guy in mind; he's so articulate when it defining qualities and performance

    • @BERNARDO712
      @BERNARDO712 5 месяцев назад +5

      He Is So ArTiCuLaTe!!
      *eyeroll*

    • @rhumash5977
      @rhumash5977 5 месяцев назад +3

      I'd advice you to speak differently about black people

    • @ycanionlyevafind1sok
      @ycanionlyevafind1sok 5 месяцев назад

      @@rhumash5977 What?

    • @ycanionlyevafind1sok
      @ycanionlyevafind1sok 5 месяцев назад +1

      @@rhumash5977 What does that even mean?

    • @ycanionlyevafind1sok
      @ycanionlyevafind1sok 5 месяцев назад +3

      @@BERNARDO712 @rhumash5977 I don't really know what's going on. Someone even suggested I should speak differently about black people and I'm baffled. I'm guessing you all think that I'm being patronising in some way(?). That would offend me personally; it suggests racist undertones and an ignorance that I am definitely not guilty of. Michael Johnson has been the best athletics pundit of this century because he speaks clearly and intelligently about technique, mentality and how that translates ultimately into performance.
      I once called Jamie Carragher articulate after a breakdown of Man United's pressing ... and he's a scouser.
      I will leave you with quote from Jon Stewart ...
      "Conversation is an imperfect medium"
      Good day to you, Sir

  • @stevo67-uu9rc
    @stevo67-uu9rc 4 месяца назад +4

    What can you say about this man?
    I loved the Olympic Games 20 years before he appeared.
    Most definitely one of the best athletes ever.
    Absolutely outstanding as a person....

    • @stevo67-uu9rc
      @stevo67-uu9rc 4 месяца назад

      Can I just add that, although he came through the stroke very well, there are so many people whose body just cannot handle excessive excercise.
      As much as they wish it could...

  • @martinlawrence8427
    @martinlawrence8427 5 месяцев назад +31

    Inspiring as an athlete and a stroke victim, but most of all as an extraordinary person!

  • @unconventionalcrosy52
    @unconventionalcrosy52 5 месяцев назад +80

    I am jamaican but this man was my idol long before bolt an company as a teenager I was in awe watching this man running on my TV. His awkward but effective running style had me in awe

    • @vinedo5398
      @vinedo5398 5 месяцев назад +7

      I wouldn't describe MJ running style as awkward! Genius elegance....he's my greatest athlete of all time. I ran the 200m and 400m in secondary school and I tried my best to copy his demeanor and style. He meant business everytime he stepped on the track.

    • @55cleon
      @55cleon 5 месяцев назад +9

      It Doesn't Matter Where We Are Born. Our Genetic Lineage Is "AFRICAN"...WE ARE FAST! Whether It's Lennox Miller, Carl Lewis, Usain Bolt, Tommy Smith Or Asafa Powell. United States, Jamaica, Columbia Or Nigeria...WE ARE AFRICANS AND WE ARE FAST 👌🏿❤️🤷🏿‍♂️!

    • @waynehalliburton5030
      @waynehalliburton5030 5 месяцев назад

      Same...He was in a class by himself. Exceptional athlete.💪🏿

    • @unconventionalcrosy52
      @unconventionalcrosy52 5 месяцев назад +2

      @vinedo5398 if its not awkward name one other athlete that runs with the same form name one? I will wait

    • @freeman2347
      @freeman2347 5 месяцев назад +2

      In my opinion Michael Johnson is the greatest until now. because 200 and 400 are a very different races. It’s more difficult by far to get records in 200 and 400 than 100 and 200

  • @russellnewton6660
    @russellnewton6660 5 месяцев назад +31

    Hope to see Michael commentating at the Olympics for the BBC. What an athlete and as I have had a stroke in the past like Michael, look how great he is. Top man.

    • @stephenperrone8694
      @stephenperrone8694 4 месяца назад

      Is there such a word as "commentating"?
      Commentators "comment" they don't "commentate".😉

    • @russellnewton6660
      @russellnewton6660 4 месяца назад +2

      @@stephenperrone8694 Is it commenting or commentating ?
      Let us take some examples to understand the difference, she likes commenting on everyone’s appearance-this is a casual remark. He likes his job of commentating about sports events and performance of individual players- a more formal speech and detailed account of the event and its participants.
      Ah the English language, it bedazzles 😉

  • @GSD-hd1yh
    @GSD-hd1yh 4 месяца назад +10

    Always enjoyed watching Michael Johnson run, he had an upright style that was different but elegant at the same time. When commentating on athletics for the BBC he was very eloquent, honest, and free from any pandering towards an athlete due to their nationality.
    By his actions and words he became one of the most respected athletes in the world, deserved it and maintained it throughout his career.

  • @Mozndon
    @Mozndon 4 месяца назад +3

    Loved this man as an athlete. One of my all time favourites. However, I've never come across a more articulate spotsman bar Ali. So articulate, straight talking and insightful. The BBC has been very lucky to retain his services at the major events, surrounded by mediocre pundits (decent athletes mind). Thank you Michael, always watch and listen.

  • @lukeaxon5404
    @lukeaxon5404 5 месяцев назад +7

    I was always in awe of Michael Johnson. His confidence, his efficiency, his power. Everything really. I’ve never watched a race and been so confident in someone. So pleased (and not surprised) he has made a full recovery.

  • @mm.f262
    @mm.f262 5 месяцев назад +78

    "The one thing you want the most is often on the other side of the thing you're not doing" BARS

    • @janetmabwa4783
      @janetmabwa4783 4 месяца назад

      I love this and thank you for reminding me.

  • @wizmanballin8498
    @wizmanballin8498 4 месяца назад +14

    Michael is/was an extraordinary athlete and is just as polished in retirement mentally as anyone can be. He did mention something many athletes today, however, don't mind as much as his generation did.
    When asked about success, Mike said directly: "...no shortcuts." In order to be seen as the greatest of any sport, you can NOT take shortcuts getting to the top because in the end, your journey will never be truly respected. Apply it to whomever, and always remember the GOATs never took shortcuts.
    Great interview! This was an easy listen.

  • @1seansouth
    @1seansouth 4 месяца назад +4

    The way he carried himself in races - straight up posture with that golden chain, I always pictured him as cocky and arrogant but I was so wrong to think that. He is a number, self-effacing and brilliant man. could listen to him all day.

  • @paulf9487
    @paulf9487 5 месяцев назад +228

    To think the 200m record he set in 96 has only been bettered 4 times by 3 athletes 28 years, and his 400m record he set in 99 only once.

    • @quarantinefox
      @quarantinefox 5 месяцев назад +49

      While wearing a gold chain as thick as a newborn babies wrist.

    • @nickvledder
      @nickvledder 5 месяцев назад +2

      @@quarantinefox 😄

    • @bensmiling
      @bensmiling 5 месяцев назад +35

      His 200m world record was his 8th race of the week and AFTER setting an Olympic record in the 400. Incredible.

    • @stephenwilliams7200
      @stephenwilliams7200 5 месяцев назад

      I wouldn't say running .13 of a sec faster is Battering.

    • @dorothygale1104
      @dorothygale1104 5 месяцев назад +22

      @@stephenwilliams7200 The OG said “bettered”, not “battered”. Two completely different meanings.

  • @susiea3097
    @susiea3097 4 месяца назад +3

    Everything he said was impactful. Aways been a huge fan, he has been an Olympic guest on this year's Australian Olympic coverage. He called the Noah 200m situation the day or so before! He is erudite, fascinating, and a warrior. With the best mindset. Can see how he is one of the elite. Much respect.

  • @MikeSmith-go8wk
    @MikeSmith-go8wk 5 месяцев назад +30

    One of the best speakers, great commentator, great voice

    • @dinglbarry1275
      @dinglbarry1275 4 месяца назад

      He sounds 50% like Morgan Freeman

    • @keenannorris3309
      @keenannorris3309 4 месяца назад

      @@dinglbarry1275 He should do voice overs.

  • @kwamebadu9440
    @kwamebadu9440 4 месяца назад +3

    Great interview. I love the mention of the image of MJ coming down the straight face relaxed chain bouncing and that upright stance we all remember. Legend with a legendary interview

  • @2wheelsrbest327
    @2wheelsrbest327 5 месяцев назад +4

    Great interview Jake. Always been a big MJ van when he was competing and later commentating. He was a remarkable athlete but perhaps more importantly a wonderful down to earth man. I wish him best for the future.

  • @robertspies4695
    @robertspies4695 5 месяцев назад +16

    i have always admired Michael. I saw him race the 400m at the olympic trials in Sacramento. He has in the middle of the track and even with the rest of the field in the final bend, but then at the top of the straightaway when everyone else was starting to struggle he stepped on it and rocketed away winning by quite a bit. Never forget that. Intelligent man and principled.

    • @idread3523
      @idread3523 5 месяцев назад

      I must have missed that. Sactown huh?

    • @robertspies4695
      @robertspies4695 5 месяцев назад

      @@idread3523 June 1995

    • @MissiSIMPi
      @MissiSIMPi 5 месяцев назад +1

      ​@@idread3523The year was 2000 if that helps.

  • @jimmyrfarris
    @jimmyrfarris 4 месяца назад +1

    This is a FANTASTIC interview. Michael articulates what high performance is as well as anyone I've heard speak on the topic.

  • @markjeter6117
    @markjeter6117 5 месяцев назад +3

    I never realized how good of a communicator MJ is and really has reflected on his journey and communicates it in a way that almost any elite athlete, even if never reached the top, can relate to! Thanks Michael!

  • @librajinx84
    @librajinx84 5 месяцев назад +7

    One of my favourites athletes of all time. Thankyou for getting him on..true legend of the sport

  • @monkey271070
    @monkey271070 4 месяца назад +5

    Very few in Athletics have an invincibility aura, Alberto juantorena, Ed Moses, Daley Thompson Bolt and Michael Johnson.
    Great Athletes.
    When I know any of the above were competing, I dropped everything to watch every minute of them.

  • @davidseanatkinson
    @davidseanatkinson 4 месяца назад +3

    I remember meeting MJ in a bar in DFW area one night. Nicest guy and it was absolutely thrilling to shake his hand. A real good person.

  • @rayman365
    @rayman365 5 месяцев назад +6

    you're a class act Johnson ....as a competitor i didnt know much of you apart from another freak from a rival country in the olympics ,but as a commentator and man you're a class act and teacher !

  • @kentoskentos8428
    @kentoskentos8428 5 месяцев назад +9

    My oh my, Michael Jackson showers us with amazing moments growing up in Africa. Always glued to the Tv for his races. This interview is full of inspiration for whatever you or want to become. And it doesn’t have to be sports.

    • @kidmanila2160
      @kidmanila2160 4 месяца назад +2

      Proof read your comment you African from africa love Michael Jackson beat it

    • @sonicstep
      @sonicstep 4 месяца назад

      Michael Jackson? 😲

  • @alicereed5368
    @alicereed5368 5 месяцев назад +4

    This wonderful man is a legend...not only for his accomplishments on the track but more impressively off. ❤

  • @philsmith287
    @philsmith287 5 месяцев назад +8

    A true legend. One of my real heroes when I was competing 30 years ago and still an icon today.

  • @janschneider8647
    @janschneider8647 5 месяцев назад +6

    When I started running and getting into the world of Track and Field some 24 years ago, I liked Michael Johnson but that was it. Today, after this interview I'm a fan!

  • @ZebraFacts
    @ZebraFacts 4 месяца назад +24

    That was a very fascinating interview! Michael Johnson was absolutely correct when he said that runners are have been very poor at breaking down the sport and how to be successful at "racing". I ran the 100 and 220 yard races back when I was in high school. Sure it was a very long time ago, but I remember just how long those races were as I was running. I always knew that at any given time along the race, that I could sprint, but I also knew that I could not maintain that sprint more than probably 50 yards. If I had a coach at that time that could have explained to me how to use that natural speed, I am positive that I could have gotten much more out of racing at that time and probably could have propelled me into a college looking for performances at very high levels. Unfortunately, we had just the opposite. None of our coaches understood what the proper tools track and field athletes needed to preform at any level, let alone high levels of performances. I make that point because I know there are so many kids that feel that they missed out on being able to preform at the levels that they felt they could, if not for having coaches that understood how to coach/build a high level athlete.

    • @peace7482
      @peace7482 4 месяца назад +1

      100%

    • @missayawk
      @missayawk 4 месяца назад +1

      @ZebraFacts. I totally agree. I went to elementary school in the Bronx with some speed demons that could've possibly been college and probable Olympic competitors, but nobody was checking for them and even in H.S not having the right coaches aka teachers you end up not maximizing that talent. You truly have to be in the right place.

    • @martinp17
      @martinp17 4 месяца назад +2

      Same here, back in the 70's in the UK athletics at school was very rarely supported by anything other than supervision to make sure you was where you ought to be, beyond that if you were successful then so be it. I ran a whole bunch of events from 100m through to marathon because I was a naturally talented athlete with good raw speed and endurance. I remember running in a regional 200m race and had never ran the event and came second because I 'tied' up a bit in the last 30m, although my raw speed had me in front for 198m- no one ever told me how to run a 200m and I wish someone had (at least) stated 'go out full blast for 10 strides and then relax into the bend, just ease down a little and let your velocity take you around, then as you come into the straight pick things up and push hard in the last 50m'. As an aside my grandson won the local district 200m (for U13) and he told me that he came 3rd in the qualifier and won the final.... he stated that he remembered my advice just before the final began! All sports should get heavy support in schools and post education - keeping the people fit and competitive (in a friendly and respectful way) is important for our communities.

    • @winterseyes
      @winterseyes 4 месяца назад

      I love the way you broke this down. You obviously know the sport and what it takes to win. Have you ever considered coaching? Sounds like you would be awesome and so many would benefit from your knowledge.

  • @johnorth5275
    @johnorth5275 4 месяца назад +2

    Michael Johnson is truly a champion of sports and life. This is a wonderful interview showing us the ups and downs of an Olympic athlete both on the track and off. He overcame adversity and talks about how hard you have to train and at times just to make little gains. Besides sacrificing to win gold Michael has overcome a stoke and discusses the physical challenge of regaining the use of his left side. This was a great interview and gave some great insights into the toughness of a champion!

  • @barryscott990
    @barryscott990 5 месяцев назад +2

    What a great interview, really. MJ just gave us all a view into the ups and downs he has faced. Such an intelligent man, and one who has such a presence of mind to say “why not me” when faced with a serious stroke. Wow, MJ - big respect and props!

  • @JoePesty
    @JoePesty 4 месяца назад +2

    what an awsome interview. Michael, what a legend. When he says it wasn't a sacrifice that was powerful and so true

  • @h.verheijen7872
    @h.verheijen7872 4 месяца назад +1

    A phenomenal performance athlete. And what an open and honest interview. Very insightfull and inspiring to listen to. Thank you very much Mr. Michael Johnson. My admiration.

  • @JoePesty
    @JoePesty 4 месяца назад +3

    That was one of the best interviews I have ever heard in my life.

  • @karlmcgowan9375
    @karlmcgowan9375 4 месяца назад +1

    I would litrally get goose bumbs watching Michael warming up for a race, even now watching him as acommentator that he is still passionate about Athletics. Thank you Michael.

  • @michaelbond9922
    @michaelbond9922 4 месяца назад +1

    This interview shows another side of him. Which I've enjoyed seeing. Happy to hear he's doing better after the stroke as well. Still one of the GOATS to ever touch the sport.

  • @fdra1763
    @fdra1763 4 месяца назад +2

    Very real, insightful, honest conversation. There are so many who I see benefiting from the information. Glad to see the racing MJ doing well.

  • @kennethjackson9288
    @kennethjackson9288 4 месяца назад +2

    I was there the day he got cut from his high school football team. The kids were laughing and imitating what the coach told him. He told him never come back, never ever! Supposedly, the coach was one of his track coaches. The rest is history.

  • @Salim-wr2wk
    @Salim-wr2wk 5 месяцев назад +5

    This is a great interview. Michael Johnson is well spoken and very professional.

  • @jayaich5422
    @jayaich5422 5 месяцев назад +2

    Great to hear from you Michael! Will always remember you winning your Olympic races with those gold running shoes! Nor will I forget buying your insifghtful and motivational book that I bought and you signed during your book tour in NYC back in the day. God bless!!

  • @rtbull11
    @rtbull11 5 месяцев назад +1

    Wow! What an awesome interview. As a track and field and Michael Johnson fan, I thoroughly enjoyed and appreciated his frankness on all issues discussed. My best to Michael and his family and my thanks for enriching my track and field viewing experience.

  • @mannyf5668
    @mannyf5668 4 месяца назад +3

    Michael Johnson is a legend in athletics he use to demolish the opposition. When he set them World Record times it was like a superhuman performance. Those golden Nikes were the one 👌🏿😁👏🏿💙🙏🏿

  • @andykerncomedian
    @andykerncomedian 4 месяца назад +3

    Michael Johnson, I was in the stands when you won the 400 meters. You left everybody. You are a great champion on the track and in life.

  • @Andromahlius
    @Andromahlius 4 месяца назад +2

    I totally didn't expect that interview to be as interesting as it is, watching this was time well spent.

  • @UTubePhoenix
    @UTubePhoenix 4 месяца назад +3

    This was a great interview, good insight to what’s real in terms of what these athletes need to compete well.

  • @jeff09_
    @jeff09_ 4 месяца назад +2

    So well spoken. Could listen to him recap his career for hours

  • @coffeetalk924
    @coffeetalk924 4 месяца назад +8

    He'll always be a 5 time gold medalist to me. MJ was the man. And he's right when he says they would have won it with or without the teammate who cheated.
    5 time forever champ

  • @aquamarine99911
    @aquamarine99911 4 месяца назад +31

    As a Canadian, I demonized Michael Johnson in favour (heh) of our own Donovan Bailey in the 1996 Atlanta Games. But now I can go back and appreciate MJ for the athlete - and man - he clearly was and is.

    • @mekan0001
      @mekan0001 4 месяца назад +1

      couldn't have said it better... Completely changed my perspective of the man. That 150m race at skydome vs Donovan had an entire country against him, including me.

    • @peterfehr7441
      @peterfehr7441 4 месяца назад +2

      I was the same. After the Lewis and Johnson (Ben) rivalry and Johnson's fall, I so wanted Baily to crush Johnson. Now it's easy, too appreciate his accomplishments.

    • @jeffgoselink1634
      @jeffgoselink1634 4 месяца назад +4

      True, but I've always wondered if Johnson faked that injury in the 150

    • @mekan0001
      @mekan0001 4 месяца назад +2

      @@jeffgoselink1634 oh me too haha

    • @samf3965
      @samf3965 4 месяца назад +7

      The issue was the American media calling Michael Johnson the fastest man in the world when that title always went to the 100m winner. He went with it and I feel like it was very disrespectful to Donavan and his accomplishment.

  • @randysookoo444
    @randysookoo444 4 месяца назад +2

    Great interview and, thank you MJ for this and your candid and honest responses.,

  • @icet3629
    @icet3629 4 месяца назад +3

    Absolute master class mindset of an unforgettable Legend.

  • @paulcloona9331
    @paulcloona9331 4 месяца назад +1

    Loved this interview. Michael Johnson is my fantastic. I loved watching him race. A very special person

  • @granthanham9082
    @granthanham9082 4 месяца назад +1

    Michael was the GOAT for me growing up. One of the best interviews ever. Really enjoyed it. What an awesome guy.

  • @leonskraburski3622
    @leonskraburski3622 4 месяца назад +2

    Greatness thrown about as a word . But truly a great athlete. More importantly a great man .

  • @am5790
    @am5790 5 месяцев назад +18

    Worldclass athlete !!! Legend!!! Wish you good health ......and thanks for the memories.

  • @chris0628
    @chris0628 4 месяца назад +2

    One of the most realistic, no BS interviews in a long time 🙏🏽

  • @maddoc68
    @maddoc68 4 месяца назад +2

    What a miracle! Being the best athlete in one of the most doped eras of t&f ever. Superhuman.

  • @davidb5711
    @davidb5711 4 месяца назад +2

    I was never an athlete until running in my mid-40s, and the 400m was my best event. MJ became a hero for me: a great athlete and extraordinary human being.

  • @denis888red
    @denis888red 4 месяца назад +1

    'I never missed a training session.' Really, it was a daft question to even ask someone like this guy ;)
    Sensational in both his and any day. And a classy, excellent commentator to boot.

  • @asterismolyvas8403
    @asterismolyvas8403 4 месяца назад +1

    Now think if there is any other top athlete that can articulate him/herself like him. Michael Johnson, what an amazing human being!

  • @Broker1010
    @Broker1010 4 месяца назад +1

    Great athlete, loved watching him and now I see he’s a great man as well! Thank you for this interview!

  • @mvp_kryptonite
    @mvp_kryptonite 4 месяца назад +1

    What a legend. Fitting of his gold spikes. Mental strength is what a lot of youth could do with nowadays. Sad about there stroke and former team mate. Hope to see many a year of MJ in the commentary box

  • @murrayclarke2171
    @murrayclarke2171 4 месяца назад +1

    I loved watching this guy run. Was my favorite for sure and what a guy!! Super inspiring interview.

  • @paultrott-p6y
    @paultrott-p6y 5 месяцев назад +2

    Great athlete. One of the best of all time. Wonderful human being in general. Always admired MJ.

  • @markdance574
    @markdance574 4 месяца назад +1

    As a kid watching the Men’s events MJ was the man the legend , the shoes and the gold chain was pure speed . Great athlete obviously a great man - really good interview

  • @dikembeafrika8918
    @dikembeafrika8918 5 месяцев назад +3

    Absolutely amazing interview. Thank you 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

  • @craighall9282
    @craighall9282 5 месяцев назад +5

    This is the perfect podcast to get me in the mood for the olympics. Can’t wait. What an incredible interview

  • @hypeforhighlights4622
    @hypeforhighlights4622 5 месяцев назад +3

    Really getting to know much deeper about MJ from the perspective never seen before. Superb content!

  • @commonsense506
    @commonsense506 4 месяца назад +1

    What a wonderful athlete and gentleman Michael is - a brilliant role model.

  • @hazzyhugh8729
    @hazzyhugh8729 5 месяцев назад +12

    Mj is an icon. Absolutely humble legend. Long life king.

    • @julien7705
      @julien7705 5 месяцев назад +1

      Idol with doping 😂

    • @billiondollarbaby973
      @billiondollarbaby973 5 месяцев назад

      @@julien7705comments like this is how people expose their whiteness.

  • @nikkitrevillien894
    @nikkitrevillien894 4 месяца назад +1

    What a brilliant human. So inspirational.

  • @leemurphy1064
    @leemurphy1064 4 месяца назад +9

    Could listen to Michael Johnson all day speaks with so much class and is always respectful towards the people around him

  • @iMPACTMedia624
    @iMPACTMedia624 5 месяцев назад +1

    Woow, this is really a testament that if you are truly authentic, you allow yourself to be valuable for the sake of helping others. Thank you Michael. Why Me? Why not you?….! Great podcast

  • @whiteshark5036
    @whiteshark5036 4 месяца назад +1

    Awesome interview, MJ was an amazing athlete, thank you.

  • @luerodgers1795
    @luerodgers1795 5 месяцев назад +3

    🙏🏾 GREAT INTERVIEW 💪🏾 M.J. MUCH RESPECT 2U MY BROTHER FROM ANOTHER MOTHER ✊🏾💯💪🏾

  • @sasharemez7373
    @sasharemez7373 3 месяца назад

    Loved watching him run.
    I was in high school at the time. I did track so I followed the pros.
    He ran beautifully. I just enjoyed watching him run!

  • @Karen-s8o
    @Karen-s8o 4 месяца назад +1

    Michael; It is so nice to hear about your athletics success. My daughter is interested in athletics. She has taken part in Big 12 and NCAA. What advice can you give to her. We hope to hear from you and look forward to your reply. Great.

  • @thaiisaanadventure2023
    @thaiisaanadventure2023 4 месяца назад +1

    The two athletes who made me vibrate the most, Carl Lewis and Michael Johnson. Two legends, two real athletes, two real men, accessible and sincere. MJ was really above the rest, such a powerful style. We don't talk enough about him, and some other exceptional champions. MJ should have a privileged place in athletics. Long life to you champion

    • @IamDude2
      @IamDude2 4 месяца назад

      Linford Christie is up there

  • @realdominochris
    @realdominochris 4 месяца назад +1

    This was powerful and a great listen. Looking forward to more.

  • @markjeter6117
    @markjeter6117 5 месяцев назад +3

    I bet Quincy Wilson is gonna listen to this 10 times! He’s such a student of the sport and a great talent!

    • @frederickweeksjr.1189
      @frederickweeksjr.1189 5 месяцев назад

      I agree. Quincy is a GREAT talent. As long as he stays humble and has great people around him, he'll be top tier athlete.

  • @Micas099
    @Micas099 4 месяца назад +1

    This is on the level of inspirational. Thanks for sharing it.

  • @epicon6
    @epicon6 4 месяца назад +56

    Growing up i was always mixing up Michael Johnson, Michael Jackson and Michael Jordan 😂

    • @oli3659
      @oli3659 4 месяца назад +2

      Magic Johnson too

    • @epicon6
      @epicon6 4 месяца назад +1

      @@oli3659 Yeah

    • @socceraswelikeit-themanutd1243
      @socceraswelikeit-themanutd1243 4 месяца назад +5

      Me 2 all GOAT in Their Fields RIP M. Jackson

    • @epicon6
      @epicon6 4 месяца назад +2

      @@socceraswelikeit-themanutd1243 Yeah it was an MJ goat three peat 🤩

    • @caskinfg
      @caskinfg 4 месяца назад +1

      Same lol

  • @hypeforhighlights4622
    @hypeforhighlights4622 5 месяцев назад +12

    "Control your nerves instead of allowing them to control you."

  • @Unamatrix01
    @Unamatrix01 5 месяцев назад +7

    Outstanding.One of my favourite athletes of all time.🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @simoncooper8520
    @simoncooper8520 5 месяцев назад +46

    The greatest 400m runner ever. Let's not forget he doubled up on 200 & 400 and delivered. Bolt & Johnson were the greatest and LEGENDS.

    • @andrewharrison7767
      @andrewharrison7767 5 месяцев назад +3

      Id love to see a VR of the 2 racing each other in their olympic prime, so 96 vs 12

    • @michaelatkinson1378
      @michaelatkinson1378 5 месяцев назад +5

      Don’t forget the biggest track & field legend Carl Lewis

    • @omarfrancis7685
      @omarfrancis7685 5 месяцев назад +10

      ​@@michaelatkinson1378MJ was better than Carl

    • @tobe5636
      @tobe5636 5 месяцев назад +1

      Greatest 400 meter runner possibly 200 as well Bolt, Lewis, lyles would challenge.

    • @PB22559
      @PB22559 5 месяцев назад +6

      @@omarfrancis7685 I've watched them all since the 80s. MJ just stood out more than the rest. My favourite sprinter of all time.