Ludivine Munos on life as a Paralympian, working for Paris 2024 and preparing Paris for a home Games
Twenty eight years on from representing France at the Atlanta Paralympics, Ludivine Munos (nee Loiseau) is giving her all to ensure the first Paralympics ever to take place in her country is a huge success.
One of France’s most decorated Paralympic athletes, Ludivine is bringing the skill and determination she displayed in the pool to her role as a senior member of the Paris 2024 Organising Committee. She talks to Matt “The Armless Archer” Stutzman and Olympic legend Michael Johnson about the work that goes into delivering a Paralympic Games, even providing tips for the LA 2028 Organising Committee.
Ludivine and Matt speak powerfully about the importance of the Paralympic Movement and their twin desire to promote it in all that they do.
In Rising Phoenix: What Does It Take? Matt and Michael explore the hard work, drive, dedication and sacrifice required to become an elite Paralympian. Paralympic swimming legend and Paris 2024 Integration Manager, Ludivine Munos joins the pair for the final episode.
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“Rising Phoenix” - Written by Daniel Pemberton, Keith Jones, Toni Hickman and George Doman
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Hosts: Michael Johnson and Matt Stutzman
Producers: Marilyn Rust and Calum Campbell
Director of video: Oliver Geraghty
Video production: Dan Pape
Executive Producers: Greg Nugent and Ellie Clifford
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