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(Un)Common Threads
(Un)Common Threads features extraordinary people and open discussions about their defining moments. From failure and heartbreak to triumph and fulfillment, (Un)Common Threads is a weekly examination of the experiences that distinguish individuals of remarkable achievement. All featured guests are also available to chat on www.TinnCann.com, an online marketplace where aspiring athletes, enthusiasts, and creatives access world-class mentorship via paid 1-on-1 video calls.
(Un)Common Threads
Importance of Support Systems with Bershawn "Batman" Jackson
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Season 1
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Episode 5
In high school Bershawn earned his infamous nickname “Batman” from his flight-like running. He ran for Saint Augustine's University and set a Division II National Championship Record in the 400m hurdles. He went on to win three medals (two gold, one bronze) at the World Championships and one gold medal at the World Indoor Championships. At the 2008 Summer Olympics, Bershawn won a bronze medal in the 400m hurdles. In 2015 he started Run U Xpress and now coaches over 60 youth athletes in North Carolina. In this episode, Bershawn talks about the importance of having a support system filled with family and coaches to encourage him and the desire to push yourself to get better no matter what.
