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From Foster Care to Olympic Gold with Kriss Akabusi

From Foster Care to Olympic Gold with Kriss Akabusi

Elizabeth speaks with Olympic legend, Kriss Akabusi. 09/04/2025

Elizabeth spoke to Olympic legend Kriss Akabusi reveals the extraordinary journey from a challenging childhood foster care during the Nigerian civil war, to becoming a world–class athlete and inspirational figure.


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Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth Oldfield

Elizabeth is host of The Sacred podcast. She was Theos’ Director from August 2011 – July 2021. She appears regularly in the media, including BBC One, Sky News, and the World Service, and writing in The Financial Times.

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Posted 9 April 2025

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