Beyond the Buzzer is a podcast that discusses the interplay of adversity balance and success for high-performance athletes. Professional athletes dedicate their youth to preparing for elite competition but often face uncertainty about navigating life after retirement.
The podcast addresses this critical issue by discussing strategies for athletes to prepare for post-sport life while still savoring their careers. Beyond the Buzzer is relevant to athletes of all ages and sports.
Beyond the Buzzer is a podcast that discusses the interplay of adversity balance and success for high-performance athletes. Professional athletes dedicate their youth to preparing for elite competition but often face uncertainty about navigating life after retirement.
The podcast addresses this critical issue by discussing strategies for athletes to prepare for post-sport life while still savoring their careers. Beyond the Buzzer is relevant to athletes of all ages and sports.
At just 19 years old, Omar Ismail has already competed on the biggest stage in the world—the Olympics. But for him, taekwondo isn’t just a sport. It’s purpose, discipline, and a way to carry the weight of Palestine with power and pride.In this episode of Beyond The Buzzer, we sit down with Omar to talk about:
🥋 What it means to step into the ring calm, present, and tactical
🌍 Representing a country under pressure—and not just showing up, but aiming to win
🧠 How he handles pressure, expectation, and growth at just 19 years old
🎯 His ambitions outside of the sport—and why taekwondo is just one chapter
🤝 The importance of staying grounded, giving back, and thinking long-term
This isn’t just a story about fighting—it’s a story about self-control, representation, and becoming something more than just an athlete.