Ep. 114 – Gallops to Grit: Naomi Mellor's Journey from Race Horse Vet to Ötillö Competitor and Beyond
- Ep. 114 - Gallops to Grit: Naomi Mellor's Journey from Race Horse Vet to Ötillö Competitor and Beyond Sasha Graham 41:13
Naomi Mellor, founder of the International Women’s Podcast Awards, joins host Sasha Graham for this engaging episode of Sports Will Save Us All.
A dynamic figure in both the podcasting and sports worlds, Naomi shares her unique journey from caring for racehorses as a large animal veterinarian to competing in the thrilling Swim Run endurance challenge known as Ötillö. As Sasha and Naomi dive into her diverse experiences, Naomi reveals how her passion for animals and sports has shaped her life. She discusses the challenges and rewards of being a veterinarian in the high-stakes environment of horse racing, and the work she’s done toward making the racing world a more inclusive, supportive environment for women. Listeners will be inspired by Naomi’s adventurous spirit, her dedication to empowering women in podcasting, and her insights into the connection between sports and our everyday lives. Join us for a conversation that explores the intersections of passion, perseverance, and the joy of embracing challenges. You can find Naomi on Instagram @naomiemellor, the International Women’s Podcast Awards are @iwpodcastawards. Learn more about Ötillö by visiting www.otilloswimrun.com. We also discussed Racing Home (https://racinghome.org.uk/), Women in Racing (https://womeninracing.co.uk/) and More Than Equal (https://www.morethanequal.com/) in this episode Join our Sports Fam online! Instagram: @sportswillsaveusall Facebook: @sportswillsaveusall Website: www.SportsWillSaveUsAll.com
