The Boys in the Boat: The Rest of the Story with Jim Pocock

Entertaining and literate talk by Jim Pocock, descendent of "Boys in the Boat" protagonists and legendary crew boat builders George and Dick Pocock. Jim reveals stories about the Pocock family and the growth of rowing in America. He fills in details behind Daniel James Brown's bestseller about the University of Washington crew who against all odds captured the gold medal for the United States in the prestigious Men's Eights event in the 1936 Berlin Olympic Games. Jim's talk was arranged by Wayland-Weston Rowing Association, www.wwcrew.org/. Visit us:
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[@karenhanson1093]

To the boys in the boat who in 1936 mastered not only the skill of rowing but the commitment to team above self. And to George Pocock who built the shell that cradled the nine, we are forever grateful.

[@videostogo10]

Well-said, Karen.

[@susancuzelis5128]

Just saw the movie Boys in the Boat and it was excellent.

[@Fred_Lougee]

Looking at the list of US college teams to win olympic gold, I see Cal 4 times, Yale and the USNA with multiple wins, Washington with only one. But that's the one everyone still talks about. I think that even with the geopolitical angle, which does of course figure into that, it would still only be a footnote of interest to a few in the rowing community if not for Leni Reifenstahl and by extension that Austrian fellow with the odd mustache who commissioned her to film the events. To her credit, she made a movie celebrating athletics instead of the ubermensch propaganda piece she'd been asked for.

[@cluek9780]

The lane position assignments and affect of the starter in the final is fascinating -and shows how *seriously scared the Germans were even before the race began! (Tho the author REALLY needed *more time in a rolling seat himself, dilettantism’s as rife in the writing world as alcohol.)

[@cheregina1]

I rowed for Santa Clara Women's Crew from 1976-1980. I think the 1980 date is a few years off. I saw several fiberglass shells and at least one Kevlar shell at the 1979 San Diego Crew classic. In May 1980, Santa Clara took delivery of it's first fiberglass shell designed especially for women. It was built by Stan Pocock - so Pocock was building fiberglass shells in 1980. I was there when we took delivery of that shell and met Stan. We raced it in Opening Day Regatta. I remember lifting it for the first time, it was so much lighter!

[@videostogo10]

A nice memory.

[@artchem1]

please show a bit of respect, for the writings, of his family, please ?

[@TheBTG88]

For obvious reasons, good that the movie was not done by the Weinstein brothers.

[@harnekkallah2656]

Onto this after just watching the film. Amazing history

[@markdankel191]

I learned to row sweeps in a Red Cedar Pocock 8 and competed in a 4 at the Univ of Chicago. So wonderful to hear this rich story, warmly shared.

[@karenlusby6230]

Thank you! I don’t know why I picked up The Boys In The Boat and read it. It wasn’t sci-fi, wasn’t romance, wasn’t action thriller. But it was a fascinating story I couldn’t put down. Eight years later I still check for updates on the movie release. Your talk added ‘the rest of the story’ with humor and perception. Best of luck in your non-profit.

[@videostogo10]

Thank you, Karen. It's a compelling and inspiring story. Fingers crossed for the movie completion.

[@videostogo10]

Karen, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@TheoriginalBMT]

Same. I had listened to it on Audible to change things up. What a STORY! I was pumping my fist in my car as they had those races. It felt like you were there.

[@artchem1]

Yes, wonderful, to have a non-profit & Adding Rowing! Monthly Dues, for Rowing , are quite steep, where, my Son Was a ROWER, for 6 years:) Wonderful opportunity :)

[@up2now]

For anyone wondering like me what £150 was worth in todays money its £22,375 ! Sadly the 'Proper Englishmen' that Jim describes are very few & far between nowadays. I greatly enjoyed the video, arrived here after watching the film. Thanks for the fascinating background details & images about Boeing, Vickers, Pocock, Eton & Stanley.

[@RobynGermaine]

The book is such an incredible story! Thank you for sharing more history!

[@videostogo10]

Incredible story, indeed.

[@artchem1]

Exceptional discussion , of the " missing pieces of the " Historic Family "......L'dor v'dor.....from "Generation to Generation"

[@artchem1]

We ABSOLUTELY RELATE, TO YOUR ' BUILDING OF BOATS FOR ROWING! " Thank You, so very much, for your, EXCEPTIONAL FAMILY HERITAGE, OF BOATMAKERS! It was a HONOUR TO HEAR YOU SPEAK OF ENGLAND & the THAMES....My Son was a Rower THROUGHOUT HIS $ yrs in HS, & 2 yrs in college ...4 am with a double major in Mathematics, & Aeronautical Engineering, ( his GRANDFATHER"S s Degree & Alumus College) ....my Son, , had to give up something, other than 3 hrs of sleep. ROWING IS IS HIS BEST MATE, even Today! He works on the other side of the world, so I will send your " TITLE OF THIS ABSOLUTE MAGNIFICENT, DISCUSSION, to my Son, via a thing, called" Wharsappp..".? Thank You Sir, so very much! Kindly :)

[@videostogo10]

Here's wishing the best for you and your son.

[@artchem1]

@@videostogo10 Thank you so very much! 🧡🌟🧡🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️🚣‍♂️ He will so enjoy the Discussion, as he is now in Asia working as a Mathematician in Engineering, for redesigning interior buildings….. He always come home and takes out the canoe & revisits his old Boat House, her & in college. They still love him ! Thank you for being so kind 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟. I still have his Oar, & his Medal’s in his Room. His Trophy is on the Mantle :) We appreciate your support and kindness. It the Best Years, of my life to drive him and cheer him in at every regatta 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🧡🌟🧡Kindly, artchem1

[@concepcionaspili6965]

Thanks for a great addition to the story. Finally the movie is here

[@videostogo10]

Jim Pocock is a wonderful repository of Boys in the Boat history.

[@menshenfriend]

I finished listening the the audio version of the "Boy in the Boat" earlier this morning ... then I found this video. Fantastic. What a great talk by Jim.

[@videostogo10]

Steven, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@mustafajasper3315]

pro trick: watch movies on Flixzone. Me and my gf have been using it for watching loads of movies lately.

[@skylarkylo4962]

@Mustafa Jasper yea, have been watching on flixzone} for since november myself :)

[@artchem1]

Oh my, I so AGREE :)

[@dakotafarmmovies5511]

The book was amazing, I’m sure the movie is also, but what an eye opener this talk was about such an important and incredible family! Thanks so much for putting this on KZbin for all to enjoy. It is just outstanding.

[@videostogo10]

I'm glad you enjoyed Jim's talk. It's an exceptional family, indeed.

[@artchem1]

Oh my Yes! I so agree with you! The Gentleman who wrote the Book; wish he had researched his "ROOTS OF THIS FAMILY". Than You :)

[@ricksmith4736]

Watch the PBS Documentary on it.. I bought the book after I watched it twice.... EXCELLENT

[@willmpet]

I grew up in Minnesota and rowed around our lake, there is no better way to educate anyone. Or to show a boy how to persevere. Edited only to add last sentence.

[@videostogo10]

William, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@artchem1]

You are absolutely CORRECT! Thank you for such an inspiring comment :)

[@janedelaney4327]

Is this movie ever going to be released? Probably without the Weinstein company??

[@videostogo10]

Jane, there are reports that George Clooney has acquired the movie rights to the book, probably a good sign. We'll have to wait for an announcement at some point that production is a go. In the meantime, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@coach1336]

Not absolutely accurate about the Doggets Coat and Badge Race. He might have added that, at that time, those who built boats and or worked on the river were considered as "proffesionals" and thus bared from racing amateurs.

[@carolfuller7123]

The Boy’s in the Boat was recommended to me by a friend and I thoroughly enjoyed reading it. Having spent much time in the Montlake area, it was fun to envision the history that had taken place there. Looking forward to visiting the Conibear Boathouse and the Husky Clipper next month!

[@videostogo10]

Enjoy your visit, Carol.

[@artchem1]

Please post photographic images for us on youtube, if you Please ? Thank you! ENJOY!!! :)

[@ricksmith4736]

Watch the PBS documentary on the " boys" .... It is one of the best ever....

[@artchem1]

@@ricksmith4736 I viewed the Segment at a Church, w/ the Son, of a Family of “Boat Builders“! It was the most exciting moment that was not included in the Film. I so want to view this Film in a Theatre~ as my sister is coming home , from Australia; and said she would drive me, to see this Fil ! My boy was a 4 year Rower & 1 year Coxswain in HS & in College. We has many medals. I hope PBS will reach across the world, as he travels to many countries to work as a Consultant:). I love “ Boys in the Boat” Such a fabulous, true documentary and story about 8 Rowers who bear the Germans during WWII 🧡🌟🧡. They were given the worst spot to Row, and turned out to be the best!!! Thank you so very much for sharing your wonderful comment, for all to see. 🌟🧡🌟.

[@marymyers4760]

Does the family have any photos from rowing that include Clement Buckley Newbold, the manager for the 1936 rowers? He rowed for Princeton in college. He is my grandson’s paternal great grandfather. We have letters and other items from the Olympics but no pictures.

[@videostogo10]

Hello, Mary. That's a wonderful story. You can reach out to Jim Pocock via his LInkedIn page here, www.linkedin.com/in/jim-pocock-9331349/.

[@kevindiaz-lane4404]

I'm a rower - would have titled the book "The Boat in the Boys".

[@artchem1]

As A Family Of ROWERS, ...THE BOYS ARE ACTUALLY ....."IN The Boat" . :) WELL DONE AS A ROWER! :)

[@carolbarber9898]

Thanks so much for the interesting story.

[@videostogo10]

Carol, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@brgilbert2]

Come to Mason County in Washington State. Only about 50 percent of the high school students graduate here.

[@videostogo10]

brgilbert2, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@artchem1]

Where Exactly, is " MADISON COUNTY"? Please ? Thank you :)

[@brgilbert2]

@@artchem1 Gladly!! "Mason", NOT Madison, is on the Olympic peninsula. You can find it by accessing a map, even on the internet. I do have a question though, are you from the U.S.?

[@dougball328]

Must be related to Chris . . .

[@sixcases]

Great video!

[@videostogo10]

Mary Ann, if you like "The Boys in the Boat," you'll enjoy this documentary film, "The Great Eight," about the U.S. Naval Academy crew who represented U.S.A. at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics, kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy5k5uCfs2kmKs. There's more background about the film in the description below the video window.

[@RobynGermaine]

❤❤❤

[@katalac]

It looks like capitalism stepping in