In this episode of Running State of the Sport, hosts Amby Burfoot and George Hirsch chat with Ray Flynn, a former elite miler and current athlete manager. They discuss Flynn's extensive career in athletics, his experiences at the Olympics, the evolution of athlete management, and the current state of doping in the sport.
Flynn shares insights on the upcoming (Feb. 8) Milrose Games, the significance of the Wanamaker Mile, and his hopes for the future of track and field. The conversation highlights the importance of collaboration among athletes, coaches, and managers, as well as the need for transparency in doping.
Key Time Points In Podcast
Introduction to Ray Flynn's Career
08:38
Early Influences and Transition to Running
11:29
Scholarship and Cultural Transition to the US
13:59
NCAA vs European Club System
14:34
Competing with the Best Milers
17:36
Olympic Experiences and Expectations
19:29
Greatest Miler of All Time
21:50
Becoming an Athlete Manager
23:41
Managing Relationships in Athletics
25:29
Deena Kastor and Successful Partnerships
27:35
Doping in Sports and Manager Responsibility
31:08
Paris Olympics and Managing Podium Finishers
34:07
Michael Johnson's Grand Slam Track
36:56
Milrose Games: Insights from a Meet Director
40:02
Comparing Armory and Madison Square Garden
41:58
Inviting Jakob Ingebrigtsen to the Wanamaker Mile
44:05
The Mile vs 1500 Meters Debate
45:35
State of the Sport: Positives and Negatives
51:00
Fairy Godmother Wishes for the Sport
52:44
You can learn more about Flynn's primary business, Flynn Sports Management, here.
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