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Blind Landing

Ari Saperstein
Simone Biles
Mental Health
Jordan Chiles
2024 Olympic Trials
International Gymnastics Federation
USA Gymnastics
Paris Olympics
Suni Lee
Olympic Floor Controversy
Injuries
Rebeca Andrade
Accountability
Olympic Games
Olympics
Kayla Dicello
Sky Blakely
Illia Kovtun
Judging Problems
Steve Cohen
Anna Barbosu

Blind Landing is an award-winning independent documentary podcast. Hosted by Ari Saperstein, the series goes behind the scenes in the world of Olympic sports including gymnastics and figure skating. Blind Landing has been featured in dozens of publications around the world, including The New York Times, Rolling Stone, Vulture and Elle. The series was named one of The Atlantic’s Best Podcasts of 20... more

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As the first generation of NIL gymnasts close the chapter on their NCAA careers this week, ESPN’s Alyssa Roenigk sits downs with Blind Landing host Ari Sapersein to look back at the stories that have defined this new era. They look back on Livvy Dunn... more

Will the FIG learn from the lessons of the Paris Olympics? Who will hold them accountable?  That’s what we’ll explore in the second episode of a two-part deep dive from Blind Landing. You’ll hear from a variety of perspectives and expertise as we tal... more

Has the FIG (International Gymnastics Federation) operated ethically in the wake of the Olympic floor final controversy? Or are they violating their own policies and standards? That’s what we’ll explore in the first episode of a two-part deep dive fr... more

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Recent Guests

Alyssa Roenigk
Reporter for ESPN and host of the podcast Heavy Metals
ESPN
Episode: How NIL Reshaped Women's Gymnastics (With Alyssa Roenigk from ESPN)
Kathi-Sue Rupp
High-level gymnastics judge and co-runner of the website Flip Decisions
Episode: Accountability In Gymnastics: Part 2
Lieke Wevers
Dutch gymnast
Episode: Accountability In Gymnastics: Part 2
Steve Cohen
Member of Congress representing the 9th Congressional District in Tennessee
United States Congress
Episode: Accountability In Gymnastics: Part 1
Unnamed gymnast
A gymnast affected by the judging problems at the Paris Olympics
Episode: Announcement From Blind Landing
Unnamed congressman
A US congressman vocal about accountability in Olympic judging
Episode: Announcement From Blind Landing
Betty Okino
Former Olympic gymnast and pioneer in gymnastics for Black women
USA Gymnastics
Episode: Paris Olympics: Floor Controversy & Athlete Camaraderie (feat. Olympians Betty Okino & Shallon Olsen)
Shallon Olsen
Canadian gymnast who participated in the Paris Olympics
Team Canada
Episode: Paris Olympics: Floor Controversy & Athlete Camaraderie (feat. Olympians Betty Okino & Shallon Olsen)
Danusia Francis-Reid
Ex-gymnast and commentator
Discovery Plus and Eurosport
Episode: Paris Olympics: Team Final (with Danusia Francis-Reid)

Host

Ari Saperstein
Host of Blind Landing

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 2.2k ratings
  • I love it

    This inspired me to do gymnastics. I love learning history/herstory and I never would have known if it wasn’t for you. Thanks so much for the pod cast❤️❤️❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Teaicecream896
    United States2 months ago
  • Engaging storytelling

    This podcast took me into a world I don’t know much about. I felt like I was sitting mat side at the 2000 Olympics! Great listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CBKort
    United States4 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    I finish the podcast loved it a lot because in my free time I don’t have a lot to do so I listen to this podcast and I loved it because I am a gymnast and I compete in a lot of those events and it’s a it’s a fun experience listening to the listening to this podcast You did an amazing job. Thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jkkkkkkkkkkkkuuuuu
    United States7 months ago
  • Fascinating!

    Fascinating podcast and so well done!! Appreciate all the different perspectives. Looking forward to the next season.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LovnLifeMomma
    United States9 months ago
  • So Well done!

    So Well done!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dezyndeva
    United States10 months ago

Listeners Say

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There are occasional critiques about missing details that could enhance the stories, yet the majority of feedback is overwhelmingly positive.
Many find it engaging and educational, with comments highlighting how it changes their understanding of gymnastics and athlete welfare.
Listeners praise the compelling storytelling and in-depth reporting that reveals lesser-known aspects of Olympic sports.
The podcast is celebrated for its emotional depth and the perspectives it brings from athletes and experts in the field.

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Assembling The World’s Best Gymnastics Team (with author Dvora Meyers)
Q: What do you think about the way team selections were done for the 2020 Olympics?
Tom Forrester was criticized for being too objective and for not accounting for the best team composition.
Assembling The World’s Best Gymnastics Team (with author Dvora Meyers)
Q: What are the priorities for selecting the Olympic gymnastic team?
The emphasis is on balancing team strengths and having specialists who could secure medals.
Assembling The World’s Best Gymnastics Team (with author Dvora Meyers)
Q: Can you tell us a little bit about what are some of the questions that a selection committee considers when assembling a gymnastics team?
The committee looks at priorities, realistic outcomes, and whether athletes can bring home medals.
Accountability In Gymnastics: Part 2
Q: What can we do to help have the best justice for the gymnasts to be evaluated as accurately as possible?
Let's nudge them in ways to help give them the opportunity to give the most accurate and unbiased scores possible.
Accountability In Gymnastics: Part 2
Q: Did you talk to a couple of different FIG officials at the Olympics about the problems with the incorrect out-of-bounds?
No, it's very, like, unhuman. Like, it's just, this is the results.

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Offering a compelling exploration of the world of Olympic sports, the series features in-depth storytelling that reveals the complexities and personal journeys of athletes in gymnastics and figure skating. Each episode addresses critical topics such as athlete welfare, systemic issues in sporting organizations, and the evolution of expectations placed upon athletes, drawing insights from prominent figures within the sports community. The unique combination of investigative journalism and human interest stories sets this series apart, providing listeners with a nuanced understanding of the challenges and triumphs that athletes face in their pursuit of excellence.

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Blind Landing launched 4 years ago and published 29 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Blind Landing include:

1. Alyssa Roenigk
2. Kathi-Sue Rupp
3. Lieke Wevers
4. Steve Cohen
5. Unnamed gymnast
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7. Betty Okino
8. Shallon Olsen

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