From Homelessness to the Olympics - Chaunte Lowe’s Inspiring Story

04 Nov 2025 • 29 min • EN
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Olympian Chaunte Lowe joins the Beyond Speaking Podcast to share her remarkable story of resilience — from overcoming childhood adversity and homelessness to becoming a four-time Olympian, world medalist, and cancer survivor.Chaunte discusses how mindset, mentorship, and determination built her Boundless Resilience philosophy and how she helps others overcome life’s toughest challenges.To learn more about Chaunte Lowe and her keynote speaking visit: https://premierespeakers.com/speakers/chaunte-lowe00:00 – Chaunte Lowe’s introduction and cancer recovery story01:04 – From childhood dreams to becoming an Olympian02:08 – Inspired by FloJo and early Olympic motivation02:39 – Overcoming a difficult home life and finding hope03:12 – The role of her grandmother and lessons in perseverance04:14 – A powerful story of her grandmother singing for Ronald Reagan05:14 – Learning to take control of her future and choices07:15 – Finding mentors through books and world-class athletes09:02 – The influence of Michael Jordan, Tyra Banks, Kobe Bryant, and Phelps12:04 – Discovering high jump by accident and embracing her talent17:15 – Lessons from failure at her first Olympics and the power of process25:59 – Teaching her children resilience through safe failure and growth

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