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Podcast: An Irishman Abroad
Episode: Thomas Barr: The Road To Tokyo
Description: Irish Olympian Thomas Barr joined Jarlath for a fascinating conversation about his life and career while in the thick of his preparation for Tokyo. Thomas is one of Ireland's biggest medal hopes for the upcoming games. He speaks for the first time about his discomfort when put in front of the media, the days in which his commitment to his sport is most tested and why he believes dopers will always be one step ahead of the testers.
Thomas explains the influence, bound and mutual support between him and his Olympian sister Jessie and how he unwinds watching some pretty...