HERO REDEFINED Profiles of Olympic Athletes Under the Radar

Narrator Mike Zuzel captures these stories about Olympic athletes-- some well known, others not--who went above and beyond in heroic or sacrificial gestures in their careers. Zuzel's deep voice is consistent and calming. He narrates clearly with restrained enthusiasm. The stories that emerge are interesting and include accounts of track athlete Peter Norman and his famed 1968 podium moment, the genesis of how the 1960 Olympics landed in Squaw Valley, California, and others. Zuzel uses an appropriate tone throughout. The audiobook covers both Summer and Winter Games, and the narration and research provide a fresh take on the Olympics itself. M.B. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: AUGUST 2025]