About this episode
The episode discusses Wilma Rudolph's determination to overcome polio and achieve greatness in athletics.
Polio is not going to determine what Wilma Rudolph can do!
People in this episode
Host: Barbara Steiner
Topics covered
- polio
- overcoming adversity
- athletics
- inspiration
- women in sports
Keywords
- Wilma Rudolph
- polio
- athletics
- inspiration
- overcoming challenges
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