Kathrine Switzer: Finish the Race
Leave a reviewKathrine Switzer has always loved a challenge. In 1967, she decided to run the Boston Marathon, which was all men at the time. Though the race manager tried to pull her off the course, Kathrine pushed on and finished the race. Her accomplishment challenged the world’s view of female athletes. Today, she’s a marathon runner and women’s sports advocate.
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Kathrine Switzer has always loved a challenge. In 1967, she decided to run the Boston Marathon, which was all men at the time. Though the race manager tried to pull her off the course, Kathrine pushed on and finished the race. Her accomplishment challenged the world’s view of female athletes. Today, she’s a marathon runner and women’s sports advocate.
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This podcast is a production of Rebel Girls and is based on the book series Good Night Stories for Rebel Girls. This story was produced by Giuliana Mayo. Sound design and mixing by Brian Skipworth. This story was written by Abby Sher and narrated by Marilyn Saidman. The Players in this story are Giuliana Mayo, Jim Kalin, Alicia Alunni, and Brian Skipworth. Our kid host is Roxy. Haley Dapkus is our Production Manager. Executive Producer is Katie Sprenger. Original theme music was composed and performed by Elettra Bargiacchi.
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