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How two decisions led me to Olympic glory - Steve Mesler

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From setback and injury to an Olympic gold medal -- see how confidently making decisions led one bobsledder down an unexpected pathway to victory.

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  • Producer Aaron Augenblick, Lisa Thomas
  • Director Katie Wendt
  • Educator Steve Mesler
  • Narrator Steve Mesler

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