The GIST Plus: Paralympian Noelle Lambert’s lesson in resilience (The GIST Plus preview)

The GIST Plus: Paralympian Noelle Lambert’s lesson in resilience (The GIST Plus preview)

July 8, 2026 · 18 min

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Alessandra Puccio interviews Paralympian Noelle Lambert about her journey and resilience after losing a leg.

Today, our executive producer and Survivor superfan Alessandra Puccio sits down with Paralympian and former Survivor contestant Noelle Lambert. Lambert, who lost one of her legs in an accident, first rose to fame at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics as a sprinter for Team USA before appearing on Survivor season 43 shortly after. To enjoy this episode in full, join The GIST Plus , our extra-special membership platform. Until then, this preview will have to do. Show notes: Join The GIST Plus Noelle Lambert becomes the first amputee to win an individual Survivor challenge More on The GIST: ✉️ Email: pod@thegistsports.com 📷 Instagram: @thegistusa @thegistca @ellenatthegist @stephanierotz

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