Matt sits down with Melissa Wilson, a former Team GB rower and Co-founder of Athletes of the World – a not-for-profit formed to provide education and support for athletes and organisations willing to use their voice as advocates for the planet. Reflecting on her own personal experiences, Melissa makes a compelling connection between the qualities possessed by top level athletes and those required by society to face the climate change challenge: ambition, urgency, camaraderie and having the courage to tackle seemingly insurmountable obstacles. Tapping into the sense of purpose and personal identity that can help athletes navigate the pressures of top-level competition, especially when their sporting ambitions are taken away, Melissa provides a unique perspective on how individuals and organisations can chase wins outside of their boat, and inspire the only kind of success that really matters.Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices