About This Show
1979, Belgrave Sporting Academy, South-West London. The qualification season for the biggest sporting competition in the world is about to start. Join Irina, Will, Carl and Cristina for one hour of their life as they are about to embark on the quest of obtaining the most acclaimed and desired medal in the world of sports, the Olympic medal. Secrets and intentions are being revealed, friendships are broken, but more importantly this hour is one that could potentially shape the destinies of these four teenagers This coming of age story looks at themes that are extremely relevant in today’s Britain, and we would even dare to say, in today’s world: xenophobia, Body Dysmorphic Disorder (touching on mental health and steroid use) and racial issues.
