Not many people can say they’ve lived to tell the story of dying, but it’s one that Kemoy Campbell can share. Kemoy, a retired Jamaican distance runner, suffered a cardiac arrest in 2019 during the Millrose Games. Thanks to the quick action of a bystander who performed CPR, and a defibrillator that was on-site that saved his life.

He shares his amazing story with Lewis Johnson in this episode of All In With Esports. (You can also see more about this story here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IA_T4R0FqdA).

Kemoy discusses what he remembers from that day, and what life has been like since this massively life-altering event. He also talks about how he’s using this new opportunity on life to help and impact others. 

One thing that we want to point out from this interview, is the importance of being CPR and AED certified. It’s this certification that saved Kemoy’s life. We would love to see more people ready to give the Gift of Life should they suddenly find themselves in an emergency situation where someone needs those skills to survive.

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Full Episode Breakdown:

1:42 – How some people or moments just stay with us forever after having a massive impact.

3:14 – USATF.org -Kemoy Campbell: The Game of Life (scroll down the front page of the website) or visit YouTube

5:19 – The moments that have stayed with Lewis, and why Kemoy’s story is so impactful.

8:44 – The moment that changed Kemoy’s life forever.

9:55 – Kemoy’s current medical status, and what’s going to be happen next for his health.

12:28 – With such a major medical issue happening at such a young age, Kemoy’s tells what it’s like handling such a massive issue.

15:35 – So how does Kemoy keep his competitive edge? Well, he loves the racing games, and it’s been a great distraction for everything that’s going on.

18:03 – What’s the esports and gaming experience in Jamaica, Kemoy gives his perspective on which games are important in that country.

19:22 – What’s the response been from people checking in on Kemoy, and what has he done to keep his mind off of his medical position.

24:05 – What it meant to Kemoy to have his story featured internationally, and why he’s embracing his story.

27:00 – The people who have had a huge impact in changing Kemoy’s life.

29:15 – Why CPR is so crucial, and when it comes to being the one who can offer CPR, why can’t it be you?

32:35 – Why Lewis is making Kemoy promise to focus on some gaming vs. mountain biking.