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Dr.Parsa Peykar, a psychologist, university professor and author, shares through the episodes lessons on leadership, influence and service. Each episode is like a ”mini-research” which answers the ”Research question” related to the topic and will be divided into three parts: 1-A book review/ Art analysis. 2- A podcast with an influential person. 3- University student’s feedback on the topic. One theme is common among all episodes: All the guests suggest at least one act of kindness for listeners to do.
The Professor P Podcast acts as a fun, engaging ”university” which tends to bring both educational and experimental lessons to each listener and help them to be influential figure in their chosen field! Also, it exists to add value to its follower’s lives and encourage them to add value to others.
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OLYMPIC SERIES Mini-Episode 7 | Sir Peter Snell: Running with Purpose, Leading with Humility
Professor P with Dr.Peykar
7 minutes 30 seconds
4 months ago
OLYMPIC SERIES Mini-Episode 7 | Sir Peter Snell: Running with Purpose, Leading with Humility
In this episode, we celebrate the life and lessons of Sir Peter Snell, one of New Zealand’s most legendary middle-distance runners and a quiet titan of Olympic history. With three Olympic gold medals and a record-breaking career, Snell wasn’t just fast—he was deeply focused, mentally disciplined, and grounded in humility.
But what made him truly remarkable was how he carried his greatness: with quiet strength, unshakable discipline, and a lifelong commitment to human performance—both on the track and in the lab. After retiring young, he went on to become a respected sports scientist, turning his passion into knowledge to uplift others.
This episode distills the top five life lessons from his extraordinary path—exploring the mindset, training ethic, and humble leadership that powered his success. From embracing simplicity to respecting preparation, Peter Snell’s story is a masterclass in purposeful living.
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Sir Peter Snell (1938–2019) was a New Zealand middle-distance runner and one of the most dominant athletes of his era. He won three Olympic gold medals—one in the 800 meters at the 1960 Rome Olympics and two (800m and 1500m) at the 1964 Tokyo Olympics. Coached by the legendary Arthur Lydiard, Snell was known for his explosive speed, stamina, and strategic race execution. He held world records in the 800m, 1000m, and mile.
After retiring at age 26, he moved to the United States and earned a Ph.D. in exercise physiology, later teaching and researching at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Knighted in 2002, Snell is remembered as a national icon in New Zealand and an enduring symbol of modest greatness.
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FUN FACT: Despite being known for his explosive speed, Sir Peter Snell originally struggled to make his school’s track team and only began to take running seriously after being encouraged by coach Arthur Lydiard, who spotted his raw talent. Within just a few years, Snell rose from an overlooked teenager to an Olympic champion, showing that sometimes greatness emerges not from early success, but from the right mentorship and relentless self-belief.
Professor P with Dr.Peykar
Dr.Parsa Peykar, a psychologist, university professor and author, shares through the episodes lessons on leadership, influence and service. Each episode is like a ”mini-research” which answers the ”Research question” related to the topic and will be divided into three parts: 1-A book review/ Art analysis. 2- A podcast with an influential person. 3- University student’s feedback on the topic. One theme is common among all episodes: All the guests suggest at least one act of kindness for listeners to do.
The Professor P Podcast acts as a fun, engaging ”university” which tends to bring both educational and experimental lessons to each listener and help them to be influential figure in their chosen field! Also, it exists to add value to its follower’s lives and encourage them to add value to others.
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