Fast Talk: Sprint Legends Donovan Bailey & Asafa Powell Unleashed!

Get ready for an electrifying conversation as two of the fastest men in history, Olympic champion Donovan Bailey and former world record holder Asafa Powell, sit down to share untold stories, behind-the-scenes moments, and the mindset it takes to be the best. From record-breaking sprints to their journeys beyond the track, they dive deep into the highs, lows, and life lessons from the world of elite athletics. Tune in for a mix of inspiration, laughter, and insights from two legends who redefined speed!

[@AdrianGrayComedy]

Donovan Bailey was a beast. 9.84 in 1996 is no joke.

[@henryc2578]

I love this interview because track and field needs its full attention. The athletes should be given their due diligence.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Agreed

[@georgiagordon3368]

Great job Asafa and wife

[@lindelmccormack1660]

This interview was so informative. My respect for Donovan Bailey has skyrocketed. Like how he approached his sport from a business standpoint. Again, excellent interview Asafa and Alyshia.

[@tasj3918]

ASAFA POWELL how could you make such a BIG ERROR to say Jamaica first won the Olympics in 1996 by virtue of Donavan Bailey being Jamaican born. If we all should embrace that narrative, then you would have disrespected Linford Christie who won Olympic gold in 1992. Christie is Jamaican born. So Jamaica first "won Olympic gold" in 1992. In fact, Jamaica first won Olympic Gold in 1988, with Jamaican born Ben Johnson...albeit he was later disqualified attributed to drug scandal. (1) Ben Johnson Seoul 1988 Olympic 100 m Gold - Jamaican born...(2) Linford Christie Barcelona 1992 Olympic 100 m Gold - Jamaican born...(3) Donavan Bailey Atlanta 1996 Olympic 100 m Gold - Jamaican born...(4) Usain Bolt Beijing 2008 Olympic 100 m Gold - Jamaican born.

[@ub3519]

Thank you Asafa for giving the former athletes their flowers 🎉❤

[@mauricelyte667]

Legend.of the game. Legends interviews legends 🇯🇲 - I always loved his confidence

[@andreaswaby5879]

So much knowledge here !! Thanks Asafa for having MR. Bailey.

[@theweirlegacy]

Donovan wasn't afraid of the Americans and the world. He wasn't afraid to speak his mind. And people take it like he has an attitude. I was 15 years old when Bailey won in 1996. I Still remember that day like it was yesterday one of the most iconic 100m finals in Olympic history. That roar at the end was spectacular. 🇨🇦🇨🇦🇨🇦🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲 🔥 🔥🔥 🙏🏿👊🏿👍🏿

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Well said

[@kennethwoods6525]

That roar was on the cover of the next evening's program. Breaking the World Record after there were 3 false starts! Donovan hung out in the stands for a while the next night making it difficult to watch the races until he left.

[@sharkkeeper01]

Well no, he did/does have an attitude, but that was part of the sport then.

[@antoniusdesir5585]

Christie is also Jamaican so that ain’t the first time.

[@TUXMAN06]

If you live in America you learn to understand the nuances of how Americans are so you are not intimidated or perturbed as compared to if you dont live with them but obtain your information from the media

[@evertonvenair2362]

Donavan Bailey was a beast in his time love how he speaks up for himself never take scrap from noone 💪

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Yes love it

[@theweirlegacy]

As a fellow Jamaican Canadian i been waiting for this. Thank you. Donovan Bailey the living legend 👏🏿 🇨🇦🇨🇦 🇯🇲 🇯🇲

[@pameladoris6848]

Oh Asafa & Alyshia, well done with this interview. Your podcast is getting bigger and better. I remembered seeing you on British television when you first started to compete internationally and I thought this little Jamaican boy with this unusual name is gonna make me proud and you never disappoint. Here you are still doing great this. I am so proud 🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@jamesosei6888]

Will never forget Atlanta 96, I had just arrived in Canada the previous year 😂

[@aneitachang6995]

Love the new intro. Donovan Bailey is a legend in Canada and Jamaica. A superb athlete. Well loved in Jamaica and around the world ❤🎉😊. Good yute. Love the interview.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Well said

[@westendwarlord]

2 goats. 🇯🇲 🇨🇦 my two countries 🙏🏾

[@MrDjbuckethead]

When I heard Donovan yell in the 100m finals of the Olympics he became my childhood hero. I wanted to know who he was and learned he is a courageous man. Admired him ever since.

[@browninTT]

The Powells keep doing their thing! This interview was top-notch! I love that Track is getting more attention. So many gems were shared here. It’s true-people need to start talking more and unite to elevate Track and Field to where it belongs.

[@AndreaBrown-Bennett]

Alyshia & Asafa. Thank You...Thank You... Wonderful Interview, more & more i learn about the Sports. God Bless yu & your Family.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Thanks for listening

[@vjvj85]

Having Donovan on it is a great pull. If you can ever get Merlene Ottey on here I will donate £80 (Mi bruk, that's all I can afford). The Powells don't need my money a new cutlass or something (who buys cutlasses, we know we hand them down)

[@jacquelinejones8395]

Thanks Alyshia and Asafa for another great podcast big up Yourself Donovan and thanks Asafa for doing a great job for sports and speaking up for the athletes 👏👏

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Thanks for listening

[@volkankaracali5450]

We are looking fordward to see Carl Lewis, Michael Johnson and Ben Johnson. Thank u very much for your great show. Greetings from Türkiye.

[@mazzp]

Thank you both so much, a great conversation and a lot of advice for the future of athletics👌🏾

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ShanniBudd]

The dynamic and tenacious, Donovan Bailey!!! Awesome interview💛🖤💚 Thank you for bringing this conversation to us, Powells. 🇯🇲

[@LUFFZEE]

Great conversation! Bailey is a legend, the stride master 😄 - 9.84 was memorable! Loving the OG guests you’ve been bringing on lately, too. Major props to the Powells 🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@troyfraser8384]

Great interview with Donavan Bailey....he is very knowledgeable

[@cuteyoungster]

Why was Mrs Powell allowed to skip over the period in which Donovan switched from Knox to become a professional? What high school he went to in Canada? How did continue to keep the fire burning after settling in Canada? What University? Did he graduate and what degrees does he have? How did he end up at LSU? What pushed (caused) him to go pro? This entire period remains unanswered. Great information nevertheless, and Donovan is definitely needed in an Executive position in the sport. Great guest!!!

[@dwightspence3571]

Donovan Bailey first attend, Mount Olivet Primary School, his former teacher Claris Lambert recounting that "He showed his athletic skills from grade one. He always came first in races." Before going to Canada, Bailey competed for one year at ISSA Champs for Knox College in Manchester, Jamaica. Bailey immigrated to Canada at age 12 and played basketball before graduating from Queen Elizabeth Park High School in Oakville, Ontario. Bailey was exceptionally fast as well, clocking 10.65 seconds in the 100m at the age of 16. However, his main interest was in basketball. After graduating in June 1984, Bailey attended Sheridan College, for which he played basketball during the 1986-1987 school year. He graduated from Sheridan with a degree in Business Administration.

[@cuteyoungster]

@dwightspence3571 and how did he end up at LSU? The transition to pro?

[@gpowder911]

@@cuteyoungster Allowed? It's her platform... She's a Powell!

[@TUXMAN06]

The host sister adequately prepare for this off the cuff interview 😂 Donovan grew up in Oakville. He ain't from the hood 😂

[@donnieb1870]

Excellent interview2 legends. I would love to see all the living track Athletes in a Stadium COMPLETING FOR OLD TIMES. I SEE IT COMING.LET IT BE,OH WHT A DAY OR THIS WOULD /WILL BE!!. LET THIS HAPPEN. I DONNIE B FORECAST THIS. FROM THE MOUTH OF ASAFA POWELL & HIS WIFE. ONE OF THE GREAT DONOVAN BAILEY. ONE OF THE GRREAT ASAFA POWELL. JAH BLESS.

[@jnicemint]

If ever there was a ‘self-made’ athlete - D Bailey was him. Young black men (not just athletes) should study this man.

[@lindelmccormack1660]

This is a great interview. As a Jamaican, I was hoping that Bailey would drop Canada and run for Jamaica. And when it didn't work out, I was extremely disappointed. The reason for my wish was the treatment of Ben Johnson. I was not condoning what Ben was accused of. But the racism in the media and society in general.

[@yennox5338]

Ben Johnson, Linford Christie and Donovan Bailey should've all ran for Jamaica.

[@TUXMAN06]

Add Gabby Thomas, Alexis Holmes......

[@pathall9757]

1 Donavan Bailey ❤

[@FistoMnisi]

Big up ❤🇿🇦

[@avamariewilson1442]

WOW great conversation ❤Unity is Strength❤all you champions should stand together ❤

[@garylynch9597]

Great, Great interview maximum Respect

[@Ma21L]

Thank god i subscribed to this channel. You need to get Ben Johnson on this as well

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

For sure we will

[@deanhowell5936]

@@AsafaAlyshiaPowell I would love to see Ben Johnson on this show. Another Jamaican born.

[@mdtdvlogs]

The legend himself Donovan Bailey!!

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Yes 🙌🏽

[@mdtdvlogs]

@ thank you bro. and wide for the this interview. It was quite informative and the legend has a lot to offer to young athletes. Every blessing on your podcast!

[@desmondyung]

Absolute Legend Donovan Bailey

[@June-vo7gu]

This interview was refreshing, captivating, and informative @Donovan Bailey......# @Asafa @Alyshia good job.

[@markhay4689]

I remember when I was attending Spaldings Primary and Donovan was going to Mount Olivet Primary and we had Barclay's Shield which was a regional track meet for Primary/prep schools in Clarendon and Manchester. Donovan always win the 100m. We entered Knox the same year and ended up in the same house. I remember he went to Champs but came remember what his performance was like there. He left after the 7th grade or after the first term of 8th grade and then the next time I heard about him was when he won the World Champs in 1995. Really proud of what he has achieved.

[@GregMOlympian]

Excellent information. Track and Field Athletes don't get the respect they deserve, especially with money they pay. If you ranked in the top 20 in the world, you should be making millions

[@vigulfmusicproduct]

Beautiful to see Donovan again:) He looks very good.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Couldn't agree more!

[@ng-r8765]

The good old days of The Mutual Life games 👍🏽

[@AlfredYeboah-cw3gi]

Will it be possible to add on your list to also have a sit-down interview with Ben Johnson?

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

All in the works

[@AlfredYeboah-cw3gi]

@AsafaAlyshiaPowell , Great news, and I'm looking forward to that. I'm a big fan of Ben Johnson, but l believe there are actual untold stories about what happened to him in Seoul. By the way, you and your wife are doing an incredible job with your podcast. You are using your platform to showcase the legends in track and field and the viewers to hear them firsthand. Kudos to the team.

[@deanhowell5936]

Great comment, I would love Ben on the show.

[@TUXMAN06]

Absolutely, man I would se Ben in clubs in Toronto I last saw him in his Mercedes in the parking lot at Jane n Finch mall opposite san Romano way he was probably there looking for broads 😂 just like me

[@ZainabDada-kl8hk]

Good job Always Asafa for giving these legends their flowers😊..wud love to hear from Kishane also

[@jmuirhead100]

Loved this! Laughed out loud at the Jesse Owens in front of Hitler dropping licks on everybody.

[@samrichman1145]

Welcome back again Powell family vlog, with special guest Donavan Bailey 🖖🏿

[@krjermaine]

Donovan great to see. Your mum and my mum were childhood friends. My mum passed away almost two years now

[@julietpinnock310]

Love this interview it was very informative, all young athletes should watch it.We the fans can effect change for our athletes, let's start the conversation on social media, IWAF will have to listen to us, we are the one who watch the sports and buy tickets.We are Jamaicans, we can do it, the abolishing of slavery started in Jamaican we little but we tallawah. Thanks Mr.& Mrs.Powell for promoting this initiative on your platform, let's go Jamaica 🇯🇲 time to invite other federation across the world to join in this fight for our athletes. Calling USA,Canada, Australia, Kenya, Germany,Holland,Spain, Caribbean etc.Lets get talking.Big ups to Mr.Donovan Bailey my fellow Parishioner, Manchester straight🎉🎉

[@DopeFrancisYT]

Ghanaian here, watch out now LOL. Great seeing DB doing well. Big Ups Powell’s👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Big up

[@veronicaporteous1628]

Another great and informative interview, Asafa and Alyshia

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@carltonchristie1467]

Good to hear from these great athletes , you guys makes us proud especially being a Jamaican. I love to watch track and field, keep up the good sub 10 king Mr asafa powell

[@jayteedebajan4793]

Always enjoy what Donovan has to say and put forth. Great interview. Huge tangent though. Any possibility Obadele Thompson could be brought on? I feel as though he's somewhat of an unsung hero for some.

[@jefferycain8906]

THEY SHOULD CREATE A 100M RACE FOR THE OLD SCHOOL SPRINTERS AT THE OLYMPICS.THAT WOULD BE SO COOL AND HISTORY MAKING

[@poetalegalis3635]

@@jefferycain8906 They have masters track and field. Olympic athletes usually compete after they retire from the peek of their career. There is even an international master competition for 35 and older athletes (look it up via google). Blessings 🇯🇲🇬🇭🙏

[@drmorgs]

Excellent interview Asafa and aleysha. This is becoming more interesting. Soon reach on CVM

[@naturallivingbyenovi]

Another great interview guys 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 looking forward to some form of organization being formed

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Us too!

[@ighofregene1045]

This has been very impressive. Thanks ,Bailey, for you insight.

[@soniacampbell191]

Big up to my Alma mater .... Donovan Bailey and a fellow Manchesterian💥💥

[@chrisdarby833]

Another great interview... I didn't know this guy was born in my parish. Can you guys get Julian Alfred? I would love to see an interview with her.

[@MAXBRAIN39]

Growing up back in the 90s. When you are sprinting and you are tall bald and black They called Donavon Bailey. When you ran with a high top and shades they called you Ato Boldon. When you ran with your head facing the sky, they called you Micheal Johnson. Best days ever in track school rivalry.

[@SuperKamiGuruu]

Put him in the hall of fame

[@richardbalfour5741]

Great show. Very informative. Maybe an interview could be with an Olympic or WC committee member past or present to find a way to change the way athletes are paid. Track and field athletes train the hardest and get paid less among all the other sports. There must be a change. Blessings

[@dwightspence3571]

Legend

[@mariepink8714]

Wow great interview Powell posie these arewhat i like to see thank you

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@davidparkes9962]

Very good interview.....the best one...Very informative.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Much appreciated!

[@davidparkes9962]

@AsafaAlyshiaPowell thanks

[@mmouse321]

Another interesting masterpiece conversation with D Bailey. Kudos on the ideas and knowledge shared for our understanding and appreciation.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pniles123]

Interesting interview as always

[@Asheroyal12]

Love you guys Channel, your content always makes me smile 😊

[@drmorgs]

I remember when Donavan Bailey ran below 10, my uncle said, “after this man foot a bruk because no one else will ever run so fast”. Glad to see DB

[@unconventionalcrosy52]

Wat the hell? The man foot a truck? Meaning?

[@drmorgs]

@ he said people foot gonna break because no one will ever ran faster . It was written in patois

[@kevinlawrence239]

Good interview as Donovan carried the conversation well.....Powell's prep time needs some focus.

[@robbyp2673]

Love the podcast..Great platform to bring back these Amazing former athletes. I personally know Donovan's story, but the interview didn't really touch too much prior to '96. How he got into track, who discovered his talent, how me made the Cdn team etc etc. Good overall interview.....not bashing bcuz people can get sensitive...just my opinion Keep up the great work! **Have u guys ever reached out to Raymond Stewart? Legend🎉

[@karlener3115]

Love this episode, thank you DB

[@rosebiggs9381]

I heard the other names like Michael and Ray but now I understand why it wes always Donnavan Bailey name came up. Thanks for this information. ❤❤❤

[@SirHow]

This is the most informative episode that you have done

[@vivinnewilliams5064]

Thanks for doing this we really need to see the long time greats ❤😂

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Of course!!

[@leggybless3352]

For me it was that race with him an jonhson dat 150 meter race... I was so glad Bailey won cause jonhson was going like he was the best lol 😅😅😅... big up for this interview

[@rickeyrincones1769]

Never forget watching this man in the 96 Olympics.. legend

[@marlonchristopher9278]

Big icon of the game Fast man in the world Even at the 150m race where Johnson "pretended" to pull up !😅

[@LadyVA0422]

Thank you for this. ❤️

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

You are so welcome!

[@blindtrust1535]

I love this guy he is smartest guy out there.I respect his opinion all the time.

[@nicolemaddix4291]

I feel in love with Donovan when he got so backlash for describing himself as "Donovan "Jamaican First" Bailey"😎🏁

[@VernonSpencer-og1ul]

His Olympic win in 1996 was one of the best 100m final ever

[@adriandiy673]

Great job 👏 ❤

[@richardjoan959]

Good night guys always nice seeing you together thanks to you mr Powell ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@evangelistharris260]

Good interview ❤

[@aneitachang6995]

Well said, Donovan. Thanks for your honesty. Good questions Asafa and Alyshia❤🎉😊❤

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Thanks for watching!

[@hyanov3838]

Great , refreshing love it goooooooood

[@alvawhyte9252]

Very wonderful conversation

[@d.gtheteech3000]

Ben Johnson is the first Jamaican for me . Carl was a big cheater, Ben wasn’t the only one

[@dplm2936]

This man is definitely one of the greats

[@jeromethompson5286]

great podcast I love the work you have been putting in these podcast and always getting the right individuals this was thrilling keep putting out great videos Asafa 💯

[@curtiss744]

This was an awesome interview it was too short thoroughly enjoyed it Asafa keep it coming .

[@MandlaSibanyoni-k7r]

Great interview

[@dorrettdixon4990]

The great DB! 😊 Interesting and informative interview! Love it

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Much appreciated!

[@IstanBlack]

Maximum respect 🙏

[@abernard3294]

Great interview..pearls of wisdom from Donovan...like to see retired athletes...what about Don Quarrie?

[@sharonedwards6759]

Great interview ❤

[@Garric210]

A very, very informative and insightful podcast as every. Thank you to all concerned. I appreciate the effort.

[@AsafaAlyshiaPowell]

Our pleasure!

[@SharonMckenzie-vs4mw]

Big up the Powells love you guys so much

[@Nhundaz]

Good episode. Donovan is a smart dude.

[@aaronhutchinson885]

As a Canadian, born in Trinidad. Watching that 96 Olympics with Donovan! Special moment. Then what he did to Michael Johnson in the 150!!! Real legend.. If he has not already been on the Pod, we need Ato!! 🇹🇹 🇹🇹 🇹🇹 🇹🇹

[@curtiss744]

He definitely needs to have Ato .

[@seanwilson5516]

​@@curtiss744Did you see his response to Ato after he said Elaine is done? Ato won't be invited.

[@curtiss744]

@@seanwilson5516 I did see that , Ato was giving his opinion on Elaine’s career also Ato was on coaches desk podcast a few weeks ago saying Asafa doesn’t want to ramp with him and that he has receipts on Asafa so there seems to be some sort of tension there , but I think for the good of the sport and this is what Donavon Bailey was saying the legends need to put aside whatever differences they may have and come together and build the sport , so I think Asafa should have Ato on and discuss the sport and other issues.

[@seanwilson5516]

@curtiss744 Damn, Ato came with the fire like that? I didn't even know it was now at Russia vs. Ukraine level.😂

[@aaronhutchinson885]

@@seanwilson5516 i need to go find this!

[@diancampbell1702]

Great interview

[@ericthompson7092]

Both of you are really doing a great job I’m waiting to see who is the next guess a female maybe

[@noellyons421]

Those athletes were great. Frankie Freddicks was one of the best in his days.