What are figure skating's biggest storylines heading into the Winter Olympics?

What are figure skating's biggest storylines heading into the Winter Olympics?

If you fall in love with the world of figure skating every four years, this episode is for you. Host Nick McCarvel and fellow Olympics.com producer Lena Smirnova sit down to discuss the biggest storylines in the sport ahead of February's Winter Olympics at Milano Cortina 2026. And there's a lot of them!

From the "Quad God" Ilia Malinin's dominance to the fascinating story of 42-year-old Deanna Stellato Dudek to the surprise comebacks of Olympic medallists and more, Nick and Lena bring reporting and insights into the must-know stories ahead of the Games. Lena also pulls the curtain back on the Olympics.com series Ink on Blades, which dives into the artistic process that Olympic programs go through before being presented to the world.

Plus, hear from Malinin and fellow top American Isabeau Levito on everything from how they package their programs to creating a community of support among their fellow skaters.

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Paris 2024 roundtable: Au revoir to an unforgettable Games

Paris 2024 roundtable: Au revoir to an unforgettable Games

As the Olympic Games Paris 2024 come to a close, host Nick McCarvel is joined by Olympics.com producers Andrew Binner and Ash Tulloch to discuss their lasting memories from the Games. Ash details the surfing in Tahiti, while the trio also chat about Leon Marchand, Antoine Dupont, Novak Djokovic - and their favourite moments from a memorable Games.

12 Elo 202446min

Cindy Ngamba inspires a movement with first medal for Refugee Olympic Team

Cindy Ngamba inspires a movement with first medal for Refugee Olympic Team

Every athlete at Paris 2024 has a story. In this episode, we explore two of them, as Cindy Ngamba wins a first-ever Olympic medal for the Refugee Olympic Team. Host Nick McCarvel also speaks with Canadian Taekwondo medallist Skylar Park on how her bronze was the effort of her entire family.

10 Elo 202422min

Climbing legends Alex Honnold, Chris Sharma on "historic" Paris 2024 for sport

Climbing legends Alex Honnold, Chris Sharma on "historic" Paris 2024 for sport

Adventure rock climbers Alex Honnold and Chris Sharma are legends in the outdoor movement, scaling some of the most famous walls in the world. They've come to Paris 2024 to witness Olympic sport climbing in person, and tell host Nick McCarvel it's a historic moment for the sport.

9 Elo 202432min

Grant Williams in Paris: On Olympic basketball's electric, unique environment

Grant Williams in Paris: On Olympic basketball's electric, unique environment

We're nearing the business end of Paris 2024, and with it the medal rounds of the men's and women's basketball events. NBA star Grant Williams of the Charlotte Hornets joins host Nick McCarvel for his breakdown of what he calls an electric atmosphere on the Olympic stage - and makes a bold prediction for the European squads in 2032. Plus, more on Cole Hocker, Arisa Trew and the USWNT football outlook.

8 Elo 202426min

Noah Lyles says hello to Olympic triumph, Andy Murray bids farewell

Noah Lyles says hello to Olympic triumph, Andy Murray bids farewell

Paris 2024 is full of athlete stories. American Noah Lyles announced himself on the global stage with the biggest (and closest!) of victories: Gold in the men's 100m final. Andy Murray, on the other hand, bid farewell to the Games - and to tennis. He sits down one-on-one with host Nick McCarvel. Plus, Eleanor Lee interviews swim rivals and friends Ariane Titmus and Katie Ledecky.

6 Elo 202431min

Halftime at the Olympics: Leon Marchand's home heroics for France

Halftime at the Olympics: Leon Marchand's home heroics for France

We've reached the halfway point to the finish line at Paris 2024. In the pool, Leon Marchand has made himself into a national icon with four golds in four individual finals. Host Nick McCarvel catches up with Olympics.com editors Mary Byrne and Fabrice Deschamps, while Eleanor Lee interviews canoe slalom medallist Evy Leibfarth and BMX racing winner Saya Sakakibara.

4 Elo 202426min

Simone Biles and a women's gymnastics podium for the ages

Simone Biles and a women's gymnastics podium for the ages

It was a night to remember inside Bercy Arena as Simone Biles reclaimed her individual all-around crown in women's gymnastics. Olympics.com reporters Scott Bregman and Sheila Vieira join host Nick McCarvel to break down Simone's win, as well as historic medal efforts from Rebeca Andrade and Suni Lee. Plus, Nick catches up with Alex Ohanian on his investment in female sport - and how it can grow even more.

2 Elo 202428min

Tony Hawk on skateboarding's "global phenomenon;" Simone Biles golden again

Tony Hawk on skateboarding's "global phenomenon;" Simone Biles golden again

"That is the evolution of skateboarding," says the legendary Tony Hawk in our one-on-one sit-down about the growth of his beloved sport, which is now in its second staging at an Olympics. We hear from Tony, as well as American street skaters Jagger Eaton and Nyjah Huston after their medal-winning performances. Plus, gymnastics reporter Scott Bregman analyzes the women's team final for us.

31 Heinä 202423min

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