This Euro wonder kid was running great in 2020, 13:29/28:23/1:02:53, and he was only 19 at the time. Showing great promise.
Fast forward to 2025: He is now a crypto currency online Casino trader. He still runs, but not nearly with the same focus.
He's still only 24, and could possibly get back to good form, but he's burned a lot of bridges. The allure of the bling bling gangsta lifestyle is too much temptation.
Oz Pearlman is a pretty good runner who has achieved quite a bit in the largely unheralded field of ultrarunning. He holds the record for laps run around Central Park during its opening hours and has a 2:23:52 marathon PR. But, if you've heard of him, it's most likely because he makes his living as a mentalist and has appeared on America's Got Talent:
He likely chose that path because performing as a mentalist is far more lucrative than attempting a career as a runner. I think the same thing is going on here.
This Euro wonder kid was running great in 2020, 13:29/28:23/1:02:53, and he was only 19 at the time. Showing great promise.
Fast forward to 2025: He is now a crypto currency online Casino trader. He still runs, but not nearly with the same focus.
He's still only 24, and could possibly get back to good form, but he's burned a lot of bridges. The allure of the bling bling gangsta lifestyle is too much temptation.
He was not supported by his Federation.
Verdict: Waste of talent.
The issue with this guy is that he dropped out of High School, in his European country. Couldn't pass the Math requirement. Btw, not inferring the kid is dumb - far from it - he just had academic challenges....
He would have been easy to recruit to D1 in the US, but was prevented on 2 counts, first - no High School Diploma, secondly, by the time I assisted him applying to US colleges, he had already won money as a pro runner with Adidas, which made him ineligible for NCAA.
Such wasted talent. I envisaged him minimum 27:20/59:30/2:05:00.....pre formatted in size for marathon (1:69/5.6). Dude had untapped potential, but always trained like a maniac .
This Euro wonder kid was running great in 2020, 13:29/28:23/1:02:53, and he was only 19 at the time. Showing great promise.
Fast forward to 2025: He is now a crypto currency online Casino trader. He still runs, but not nearly with the same focus.
He's still only 24, and could possibly get back to good form, but he's burned a lot of bridges. The allure of the bling bling gangsta lifestyle is too much temptation.
Illusion of Mind Reading: Pearlman often claims he can read minds through body language and micro-expressions. However, experts argue that these skills do not allow for the specific insights he presents during performances. Instead, he uses established mentalism techniques that have been around for centuries.
Psychological Manipulation: Pearlman emphasizes psychological influence and interpersonal skills in his performances. He suggests that understanding others' thoughts and emotions can create the illusion of mind reading. This involves techniques such as neurolinguistic programming and strategic misdirection.
Pre-Show Preparation: Many of Pearlman's tricks rely on gathering information about participants before the show. This can include casual conversations or research that allows him to reveal personal details during his act, such as PIN codes or names.
Classic Mentalism Gags: Pearlman's performances often include variations of classic mentalism tricks, which are designed to create a sense of wonder and disbelief among audiences. Critics note that while his act is entertaining, it is not based on supernatural abilities.
Conclusion While Oz Pearlman captivates audiences with his mind-reading performances, the reality is that his tricks are rooted in traditional magic and psychological techniques rather than any real ability to read minds. His success lies in his skillful presentation and the audience's willingness to suspend disbelief. Understanding these elements can demystify his performances and reveal the artistry behind his mentalism.
Baby, get moving (better get movin') Why keep your feeble hopes alive? What are you proving? (What are you provin'?) You've got the dream, but not the drive!
This Euro wonder kid was running great in 2020, 13:29/28:23/1:02:53, and he was only 19 at the time. Showing great promise.
Fast forward to 2025: He is now a crypto currency online Casino trader. He still runs, but not nearly with the same focus.
He's still only 24, and could possibly get back to good form, but he's burned a lot of bridges. The allure of the bling bling gangsta lifestyle is too much temptation.
He was not supported by his Federation.
Verdict: Waste of talent.
Does he have a name?
Most people know who he is. Not difficult to find out with W.A. stats.
This Euro wonder kid was running great in 2020, 13:29/28:23/1:02:53, and he was only 19 at the time. Showing great promise.
Fast forward to 2025: He is now a crypto currency online Casino trader. He still runs, but not nearly with the same focus.
He's still only 24, and could possibly get back to good form, but he's burned a lot of bridges. The allure of the bling bling gangsta lifestyle is too much temptation.
He was not supported by his Federation.
Verdict: Waste of talent.
The issue with this guy is that he dropped out of High School, in his European country. Couldn't pass the Math requirement. Btw, not inferring the kid is dumb - far from it - he just had academic challenges....
He would have been easy to recruit to D1 in the US, but was prevented on 2 counts, first - no High School Diploma, secondly, by the time I assisted him applying to US colleges, he had already won money as a pro runner with Adidas, which made him ineligible for NCAA.
Such wasted talent. I envisaged him minimum 27:20/59:30/2:05:00.....pre formatted in size for marathon (1:69/5.6). Dude had untapped potential, but always trained like a maniac .
Seems like bs. Couldnt "pass HS math"? Never once heard of that.
The issue with this guy is that he dropped out of High School, in his European country. Couldn't pass the Math requirement. Btw, not inferring the kid is dumb - far from it - he just had academic challenges....
He would have been easy to recruit to D1 in the US, but was prevented on 2 counts, first - no High School Diploma, secondly, by the time I assisted him applying to US colleges, he had already won money as a pro runner with Adidas, which made him ineligible for NCAA.
Such wasted talent. I envisaged him minimum 27:20/59:30/2:05:00.....pre formatted in size for marathon (1:69/5.6). Dude had untapped potential, but always trained like a maniac .
Seems like bs. Couldnt "pass HS math"? Never once heard of that.
Some people are dyslexic and have trouble with reading, writing and spelling and some people have numeracy difficulties and are at a disadvantage with math, obviously. This Dude falls into the second category.
There are different categories of "intelligence" which aren't necessarily quantifiable with an IQ test.
I disagree - cryptocurrency casino betting is gambling to all intents and purposes and gamblers in 99% of cases lose out in the long run.
I'm communicating with the runner via Instagram and trying to persuade him to give up this risky venture but he's having none of it.
He's making the same mistake that he made when he rejected his country's federation and basically moved abroad for most of the year. Dude is a maverick (free thinker).
We are still trying to find out what happened to this promising athlete who first came to prominence on the world stage when he traded strides on the last lap of Mo Farah’s one hour world record in Brussels in September 2020....