Stephanie Kostopoulos & Beth Demme
Steph & Beth
What Makes an Athlete?
What Makes an Athlete?
What Makes an Athlete?
Friday 20th August 2021
Join Steph and Beth on 'Discovering Our Scars' as they debate if competitive food eaters are athletes and explore the essence of athleticism.
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Stephanie Kostopoulos & Beth Demme
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Get the buttons here!Are Competitive Eaters True Athletes? A Spirited Debate on Discovering Our Scars
I don't think food eaters, I think that is strictly about performing. All I know is that I feel like if it's in the Olympics, it must be a sport.
Ever wondered if competitive eating is a sport? Steph and Beth dive headfirst into this quirky question in their latest episode of 'Discovering Our Scars'. The duo brings their usual mix of humor and sincerity as they explore what it really means to be an athlete. Steph is convinced that the rigorous physical training involved in competitive eating qualifies participants as athletes, while Beth isn't so sure, arguing that it's more about performance than pure athleticism.
Their lively debate doesn't stop there. They touch on various aspects of sports, from the physical demands to the fine line between performance and true athletic skill. And just when you think it can't get any more interesting, they throw in a curveball by questioning whether circus animals like tigers and elephants, trained to perform, could also be considered athletes. But it's not all fun and games.
The episode also takes a serious turn as they discuss a recent plague outbreak among chipmunks in Lake Tahoe, shedding light on how diseases spread through fleas. This unexpected topic adds a layer of depth to the conversation, making you think about the interconnectedness of health and activity. By the end of the episode, you'll find yourself pondering what really defines an athlete. Is it the physical training, the performance, or something else entirely?
Steph and Beth leave you with plenty of food for thought (pun intended) and some reflective questions to chew on. Tune in for an engaging and entertaining discussion that challenges conventional ideas about sports and athleticism. Whether you're a sports enthusiast or just curious, this episode offers a fresh perspective that's sure to spark some interesting conversations.