John Carlos discusses the decades of social inequality that drove him to do the black power salute during the 200-meter dash medal ceremony at the 1968 Olympics. He also comments on the actions of other athletes who believe in social change and why an athlete would choose to risk their career to make a statement.

Tommie Smith discusses the motivation behind the Olympic black power salute and what happened to fellow 200-meter dash medal winner Peter Norman after he returned to Australia. At the 1968 Olympics Smith and athlete John Carlos did the black power salute while celebrating their medal ceremony in support of civil rights around the world. Smith was interviewed during the UK premiere of "Salute" a documentary about the infamous event.

Tommie Smith, the 1968 Olympic gold medalist for the 200 meter dash, explains why he and John Carlos did the black power salute on the podium and explains the importance of the memorable event.

John Carlos discusses how his grandchildren reacted to a large crowd gathering to hear him speak and shares his thoughts on race relations in the modern day. Carlos, along with athlete Tommie Smith, controversially performed the black power salute during their 200-meter dash medal ceremony at the 1968 Olympics.

Ashley, a high school student in DC, explains how hearing John Carlos speak about the 1968 black power salute made her feel and how it encouraged her to get involved in social change. Carlos and athlete Tommie Smith are known for doing the black power salute during the 200-meter dash Olympic medal ceremony.