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Max Laughton, Jack Jovanovski and Ben Waterworth review Round 14 and preview Round 15 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with breakdowns of the big winners and losers from the weekend including growing fears for Gold Coast, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Milano Cortina Olympics didn't exactly go to plan for American short track star Corinne Stoddard. Heading into her second Games with high hopes of a medal haul, a disastrous start left her on the back foot, and she also became the target of online abuse that forced her to completely switch off. But despite the setback, Stoddard bounced back in style, claiming her first Olympic medal and ending a drought for the United States in the process, silencing her doubters and securing her place in US Olympic history. In this open and honest chat, Corinne reflects on how she navigated those early challenges and turned disappointment into one of the defining moments of her career, as well as what comes next in her journey. It's a raw and compelling conversation you won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Will Faulkner and Ben Waterworth review Round 13 and preview Round 14 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, breaking down an incredible weekend of footy capped off by a dramatic King's Birthday game & where it leaves Collingwood, the top two of Fremantle and Sydney surging away from the rest, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The 2026 Milano Cortina Olympics saw the long-awaited debut of women's doubles luge, and Canadian luger Kailey Allan was part of that historic moment when she made her Olympic debut in the event. But just what makes doubles luge so different from singles, and why is it a discipline that is mocked more than it is respected? We find out from Kailey what makes the unique discipline so special, as well as just how much goes into creating a successful pairing. We also learn about her incredible rise in the sport, from why the Olympics were always a dream for her to what it was like competing in Italy during those 16 days in February. It's another incredible, informative and entertaining chat that you won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Jack Jovanovski and Ben Waterworth review Round 12 and preview Round 13 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with breakdowns of the Essendon coaching drama including whether they can really hire James Hird, daylight splitting the AFL's top tier and mid-table sides, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We've finished being intercalated and can now return to regularly scheduled programming in our Games reviews as we head back to jolly old England for everything related to the 1908 London Summer Olympic Games! How excited are we to talk about British domination for once rather than American dominance, even if it was a little bit rigged? What about Canada's strong showing and how it cemented their place in Olympic history? And how does Ben feel about Australia competing alongside New Zealand, even if Australia did most of the heavy lifting? We also dive into why figure skating was part of the Summer Olympics, try to figure out just what the hell Jeu de paume is, and revisit another fascinating marathon once again. It's another fascinating episode packed with stories, debates, and discoveries, so get listening!

In the lead up to the Milano Cortina Games, we spoke with legendary Australian para-snowboarder Ben Tudhope about his remarkable rise in the sport, which saw him become Australia's youngest ever Paralympian and a Paralympic silver medallist. Since then, Ben has added to his incredible career at Milano Cortina, bringing home two more Paralympic medals and further cementing his status as one of Australia's most successful and beloved Paralympians. We catch up with Ben to hear all about his experiences in Italy, why those latest medals carry a little extra weight for him, what it was like meeting the Prime Minister, and how his celebrations compared this time around, including whether there were any drunken haircuts like in his previous Paralympic exploits! It's another fantastic chat with one of our favourite guests that you won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Ben Cotton and Ben Waterworth review Round 11 and preview Round 12 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with a special mid-season review edition grading all 18 clubs' season so far, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's not too often we get to talk about music on this show and connect it back to the Olympics, but today we've got a special treat that does exactly that! Scottish singer-songwriter Olivia Rafferty is a mega talent in the music world, and her Olympic-inspired tracks during the Milano Cortina Games caught the attention of sports fans across the globe, racking up tens of thousands of views and even drawing notice from athletes and Olympians. In this fantastic chat, Olivia takes us through the inspiration behind her Olympic-themed music, how she's been able to draw parallels between music and sport, and where her love of the Games comes from. We also dive into how those tracks started gaining traction during the Olympics, and why she could be a perfect fit for future Olympic themes. It's a unique and engaging chat that we know you'll love!

Ben Cotton, Jack Jovanovski and Ben Waterworth break down some stunning results from the weekend, including whether the Dogs are in strife, the Lions' three-peat hopes are cooked and whether the Demons can dare to dream. Plus a full preview of Round 11 of the 2026 AFL season, Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On February 12, 2026, Cooper Woods ended a 7302-day wait for Australia by becoming the first Australian male Winter Olympic gold medallist since Dale Begg-Smith in men's moguls. The victory marked a historic moment on multiple levels, delivering Australia's first gold of a record-breaking 2026 Games and adding to the nation's legacy in the discipline. Today on the podcast, we welcome Cooper to reflect on that day, how life has changed since the Olympics, and what it means to join Begg-Smith in the history books. He also shares some lighter moments from life since the Games, including shouting drinks for fellow competitors, trying to buy stamps without being recognised, and the unusual song he promised his mates he would listen to if he won gold! It's a wide-ranging chat with a Winter Olympic champion at the centre of a landmark Australian moment that you won't want to miss!

Will Faulkner, Ben Cotton and Ben Waterworth take a deepdive into the biggest trade storylines of the year on the Fox Footy Podcast. Plus a review of Round 9 and a preview Round 10 of the 2026 AFL season, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Figure skating is a sport we love on this show, and we're delighted to welcome Canadian superstar Trennt Michaud to talk about his incredible career and recent Olympic experience in Milano Cortina! We hear how not being able to skate while playing ice hockey led him into figure skating, and which iconic Canadian pair inspired his journey to the Games. Trennt also opens up on the heartbreak of missing the 2022 Olympic team and how that fuelled his standout performance in 2026. Beyond the Olympics, we dive into his continued success, his surprising passion for a non-Olympic sport, and how he landed a role in one of the biggest TV shows around right now! It's a fascinating chat you won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Will Faulkner and Ben Waterworth review Round 8 and preview Round 9 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, including breakdowns of an epic Showdown, the Brisbane whiteboard drama, what Carlton must do with Michael Voss plus Fair or Farce, the Mailbag and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a while since we reviewed a classic opening ceremony, but all good things come to those who wait as today we bring you our take on the incredible 1988 Seoul Olympics opening ceremony! We explore Korean culture in all its colour and symbolism, breaking down what worked, what didn't, and why this ceremony remains one of the most unique we've ever seen. Colin also explains why he believes he would've been the true star of the ceremony had he been allowed to attend, and how he's processed that injustice all these years later. We touch on what might be the greatest stadium announcer of all time, question why the Dutch needed umbrellas, and attempt to identify exactly what one of the mascots was meant to be. And of course, we talk doves — including roast doves — and ask whether we maybe, just maybe, miss the smell of burning doves in the morning. You know you've missed these moments, so get pumped for a classic opening ceremony review in true Off The Podium style.

It's been four years since we last spoke with Australian cross-country skier Seve de Campo, but the now two-time Olympian has certainly kept busy since our last chat. From making his second Olympics in Milano Cortina to becoming something of a social media star along the way, Seve continues to prove why he is one of Australia's most entertaining Olympians while also punching above his weight on the world stage. We catch up with Seve to learn about what he has been up to since our last chat, what drove him through his record-breaking second Olympic appearance, what it was like to have a front-row seat to Olympic history during those Games, and just why his social media presence makes this interview feel, at times, like a bit of a self-interview! It's another entertaining and incredible chat with one of our favourite guests that you won't want to miss!

For a podcast that has been talking about the Olympics for close to a decade, we haven't had much of a chance to find out what it's like at the very top of the Olympic movement. Well today that is about to change, as we sit down with the Corporate Communications and Public Affairs Director of the International Olympic Committee, Christian Klaue, to learn a little bit more about the IOC and gain some unique insight from the organisation that puts together the event we love so much! We find out from Christian just what his role is at the IOC and why it is so important when it comes to the Olympics. We also gain a great understanding of the logistical efforts involved in not only putting an Olympic Games together, but just how much work is constantly happening behind the scenes at any given time. Added to this we find out a bit more about how Brisbane is tracking six years out from the Games, how the recovery is going after what we just saw in Italy, and how the future is shaping up for potential Olympic cities in the years to come. It's an amazing insight into the Olympics that you simply won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Will Faulkner and Ben Waterworth review Round 6 and preview Round 7 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with breakdowns of the Elijah Hollands situation and Carlton's handling of it, whether the Bulldogs are done without Sam Darcy, plus Fair or Farce and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Send us Fan MailAs Sequel Month: The Sequel rolls on,  Shawn and Colin welcome back Ben Waterworth to discuss the follow-up to our 90th episode with 'The Lost World: Jurassic Park'. We discuss all those important things like an excess of Goldblum, special effects that do and don't hold up, dinosaurs from Australia, who the true villain of the story is, boating mysteries, dinosaurs in San Diego and so very much more. Is this the sequel that people are sleeping on? What did we think? Does it still hold up? Tune in to find out!5 Star reviews help drive us up the charts. Please take a minute and review us.If you would like to contact or donate to us: iusedtolikethisone@gmail.comwww.patreon.com/iusedtolikethisoneWebsite: www.iusedtolikethisone.comInstagram: @iusedtolikethisoneTwitter: @iused2likethis1Facebook: I Used To Like This OneBluesky: @iusedtolikethisone.bsky.socialSpecial Guest: Ben Waterworth Mentioned: 'Off The Podium' Olympics Podcast (@OffThePodiumPod)Created/Produced/Hosted by: Shawn Wells and Colin StewartEdited by: Shawn WellsOriginal Music by: Lindon Carter (look for his band 'Carter & the Capitals' on all music streaming platforms)Official Substitute Co-hosts: Aaron Knowles (@TheShortBoxHero), Chris Goffredo. Sponsorship Corner sponsored by movieposters.com *****With over 100,000 titles to choose from, movieposters.com is the #1 destination for posters from your favorite films + stars. Use LIKETHISONE at checkout for 15% off your purchase. *****Special Thanks To: Tracy Sheremeta, Lindon Carter, David Son, Aaron Knowles, Chris Goffredo, Kris Wells and Graham Wells for their contributions to the show.Hear more content from Shawn with his other podcast 'In Front Of The Yellow Line'.Buy friend and sometimes co-host Aaron's Book! 'The Algorithmic Frontier: Exploring the Power of AI in Social Media and Content Creation'   https://a.co/d/1gIpsgQ©️2026 And Sometimes Why? Productions.

For someone still under 30, Riley Fitzsimmons has already achieved plenty in sprint kayaking. A triple Olympian, he's risen rapidly through the ranks, culminating in a famous silver medal at the Paris Olympics as part of Australia's K4 500m team, finishing just 0.04 seconds behind the great German crew. But for Riley, those achievements are only the beginning. With the hunger and drive to make it to a fourth Games in LA, his dream of standing atop the Olympic podium and winning gold for Australia burns brighter than ever. In this fun, engaging and inspiring chat, Riley opens up about his journey, from the deep lows after Rio and Tokyo to the pure joy of finally claiming an Olympic medal in 2024. Don't miss this one, it's a fantastic insight into the mindset of a true Olympian!

Max Laughton, Ben Cotton and Ben Waterworth review Round 5 and preview Round 6 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with breakdowns of the statement wins by Hawthorn and Sydney in Gather Round, Zak Butters' alleged umpire sledge drama, plus Fair or Farce, the Mailbag and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

There is no doubting that swimming is the biggest Olympic sport in Australia, and one of its brightest stars over the last three Olympics has been Brianna Throssell. The triple Olympian first caught the world's attention with her seven-medal haul at the 2014 Youth Olympics, and just two years later she was representing Australia at her first Olympics in Rio. She would go on to compete in Tokyo and Paris, retiring from the sport with four Olympic medals, including two golds. In this open and fun chat, Brianna reflects on her epic rise through the sport, talking about the high-intensity pressure of being on the Australian Swimming Team, how she maintained consistency over all those years, and which races stand out to her across her amazing Olympic journey. It's honest, reflective, and an incredible insight into one of Australia's biggest swimming stars, and one chat you won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Jack Jovanovski and Ben Waterworth review Round 4 and preview Round 5 of the 2026 AFL season on the Fox Footy Podcast, with breakdowns of the growing divide creating two AFL 'divisions', the bleak future for Michael Voss and Melbourne's sudden revival, plus Fair or Farce, the Mailbag and much more.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's been a few months since we brought you a classic Games review episode, and what a way to come back! In this episode, we go over the history of the “forgotten” 1906 Intercalated Games in Athens, as we uncover just what these Games were about, why they happened, and why they've turned out to be so influential on the modern Olympic Games. We also meet the stars of these Games, including Canadian marathon runners and walkers, American track stars, and a Greek weightlifter with arms that truly need to be talked about. Plus, we explore why a certain figure from Olympic history is to blame for these not being considered a “real” Olympics, and why perhaps that needs to change. It's one episode for all the history buffs to sink your teeth into, so get listening and don't miss it!

We always love covering a sport we've never explored on the show before, and today is one of those days. For the very first time, we dive into table tennis with two-time Australian Olympian Heming Hu, who takes us through his incredible career and Olympic experiences. Heming opens up about how he got involved in the sport, why more people should give table tennis a go, and just how demanding it is both physically and mentally. He also shares how he overcame key mental demons to remain at the top of the sport in Australia. On top of that, Heming explains how he's remained a viral sensation in his post-Olympic career and delivers some unbelievable impersonations that you truly have to hear to believe. It's an incredibly raw, open, and honest chat and one you won't want to miss.

We're pumped to welcome back the incredible Aussie triathlete Natalie Van Coevorden to the show! Natalie joins us to reflect on her Paris 2024 Olympic experience and to share the story behind her impressive career pivot since finally making her long-overdue Olympic debut. She opens up about what it meant to secure her Olympic spot after the heartbreak of 2020 — including the very different phone call she made to her mum this time around. We dive into the unique conditions in Paris, especially around the Seine, and hear whether the Games lived up to her expectations. Natalie also reveals why she's moved into a new triathlon discipline and how she's already found remarkable success since making the switch. It's another fantastic chat with Natalie that you won't want to miss!

Well it's come to that time where we have to say farewell to all things Milano Cortina 2026, as the Paralympics have come to a close and brought an end to our time in Italy for 2026. But that doesn't mean we don't have one last episode to go over everything that happened across the final few days of competition, the closing ceremony and the Games themselves as we bring our coverage to an epic close! We find out just why we're celebrating the final few days of the Paralympics, which added a couple more medals to the Team OTP tally. We also learn more about Canada's celebration over curling and why they're not talking about the USA becoming a hockey nation. On top of that we go over the unique closing ceremony and go over just how we would rank all of Milano Cortina compared to all the other Games we have covered. It's a hell of a way to close out a hell of a Games!

The Milano Cortina Paralympics are in full swing, and we're breaking down our thoughts on the opening week, from the Opening Ceremony to all the results you need to know! We recap the ceremony, weigh in on Verona as a venue, and see if it worked better for the Paralympics than the Olympics. Plus, we cover Team OTP's celebrations, why Canada dominates Paralympic biathlon, what to expect from Para Ice Hockey in the closing days, and celebrate the legend that is Michael Milton! It's one episode packed with insight and highlights you won't want to miss!

We've managed to take a brief breath after the 2026 Olympics, but now it's time to shift our focus to the Paralympics, and today the OG gang is back together for a full preview of what to expect over the next couple of weeks! We break down the key events to watch, what will make these Paralympics so unique, and highlight the big names and potential stars of the Games. It's a packed episode you won't want to miss, so hit play and avoid the FOMO!

It's been a huge couple of weeks in Milano Cortina and we're back with a massive episode packed with behind-the-scenes insights from Ben & Patrick's time on the ground during the Games, including exclusive, never-before-heard moments from our Winter Olympics experience! You'll hear our real-time thoughts as events unfolded, plus plenty of moments guaranteed to give you a kick! We're also joined by special guests from around the world, sharing their own unique perspectives to give you a true sense of what the Olympics were like for fans. It's an incredible look behind the curtain at the Winter Olympic experience, and one you won't want to miss!

Max Laughton, Ben Waterworth and Jack Jovanovski are back with the first Fox Footy Podcast of the 2026 AFL season. The team previews Max's predicted ladder and reviews the key talking points from the match simulations, which served as the first week of preseason games. Plus the return of Australia's favourite segment, Fair or Farce.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE GAMES ARE OVER. SAD! But it does mean we're back to celebrate them properly, wrapping up all the highlights, favourite moments and everything else from Milano Cortina 2026 in our big recap episode! How do these Games stack up against past Olympics, and does being there in person change the perspective? Were we fans of how spread out they were, or would we prefer things closer together? How did Australia and Canada perform compared to expectations? And, most importantly, how did our medal predictions go and who came out on top? It's an epic way to close it all out. Tune in! You won't be disappointed!

It was a massive final day of Milano Cortina 2026, with the Closing Ceremony capping off an epic day of medals and we're here to wrap it all up in style! We give our take on a very unique Closing Ceremony and debate whether hosting it in what was essentially a theatre was a good or bad move. We also try to work out if we actually learnt anything about the French Alps, as well as how we really feel about Kirsty Coventry and her speeches. We also dive into THAT hockey final and reveal whether Ben is sad, happy or somewhere in between after experiencing it in person. Plus, we run through the other medal events from the day and do our best not to talk about Eileen Gu. It's one massive way to close out the Games, don't miss it!

It's a record-breaking day at the Milano Cortina Olympics, featuring a history-making moment from Johannes Klaebo, alongside more medals for Canada, another Team OTP gold, and plenty of standout storylines you won't want to miss! We break down Klaebo's incredible achievement and assess just how far he can go in the conversation around the greatest Olympians of all time. We also unpack a triple-medal day for Canada and analyse what it will take for them to finally break into the top ten of the medal table tomorrow. Plus, we celebrate Team OTP success, debate why more events should be mass start, and preview the flag bearers ahead of tomorrow's closing ceremony. It's another action-packed episode, don't miss it!

Another massive day of Milano Cortina is behind us and another massive episode is ahead as Colin returns to celebrate Canada's hockey escape (and Ben is more than happy to join in) as we recap Day 14 of the Games! We break down a thrilling ice hockey clash that sees Canada reach the men's gold medal game for the first time since 2014. We also celebrate more Canadian medals, including another Team OTP podium as Valerie Maltais once again delivers when it matters most. Elsewhere, we give Germany their flowers after an epic win in the women's freestyle ski cross, show some love once again to our favourite French biathlete, and breathe a collective sigh of relief when it comes to short-track speed skating. It's another episode you simply can't miss!

Another massive day at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics is in the books, which means another huge episode for you to dive into, as we welcome special guest David Deguzman alongside Ben & Patrick to unpack all the big stories! Patrick braved the wintery conditions to bring us a firsthand report from the debut of SkiMo, as we learn what it's all about and whether we'll ever see it again. Ben also battled the elements at Nordic Combined to witness one of the greatest sports nobody talks about, and tells us all about it! Plus, we celebrate double US gold, break down the pointy end of curling and, of course, revel in all things Norway! It's another episode you simply can't miss!

It's a day where every Canadian breathes a sigh of relief as Mitch Marner saves the day in the men's ice hockey to send the country into the semi-finals! Add a gold and bronze medal in the short track and it's safe to say we're unpacking a big Canadian day on the show today. But there's also the small matter of an Australian medal — and a Team OTP medal — as we celebrate Danielle Scott's silver in the women's aerials. And if that doesn't get you excited, we've got a certain Norwegian cross-country skier to keep celebrating, more French biathlon success, all the goss from curling and Cortina, plus why Ben is very angry at a burger vendor at a train station. Click away to be blown away by another epic episode!

We love a day with a Canadian gold medal, particularly when it's a TEAM OTP GOLD MEDAL, and today is one of those days as we celebrate that and more in another action-packed day of Milano Cortina Olympic action! We celebrate Valérie Maltais and Canada's speed skating gold, and discuss how big a deal it is for Canada to claim back-to-back golds in this event. We also highlight some big achievements in both Nordic combined and biathlon, including celebrating our favourite French biathlete and the entire nation of France. On top of that, we talk more curling, hear how Patrick had a ‘Forrest Gump moment', learn more about Innsbruck, explain why you should always carry your passport, and debate whether we're simply getting old when it comes to Olympic commentary. Lock and load yourself into another episode you won't want to miss!

It's another golden day for Canada as the dam wall continues to burst open, as we go over all the big news and results from an exciting Day Ten of the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics! We celebrate Megan Oldham's gold in the women's freestyle big air, giving it extra weight over the skier she beat to silver. We also celebrate Courtney Sarault's third medal of the Games, putting her into very rare Canadian air. Plus, we cover the latest in ice hockey as we gear up for another USA v Canada women's gold medal showdown, talk curling's big rule-change drama, celebrate bobsleigh, alpine skiing tantrums, and even wonder if the Canadian Prime Minister knows how to use FaceTime. It's all here and more in one exciting episode! Don't miss it!

THE DROUGHT IS OVER! Canada are finally on the board with a gold medal and what better way to do it than through the icon and GOAT, Mikael Kingsbury? With Colin happy and Canada celebrating, it's time to unpack that and more in a massive recap of Day Nine! We look at what the gold means for Canada, celebrate the achievements of the great man himself, and also toast Matt Graham's bronze: Team OTP's fourth medal of the Games! We also dive into the iconic achievement of Johannes Klaebo, his record-breaking ninth career gold medal, and just how far we think he can go. Added to that, we hear about Ben's day at the ski jumping, get insight into the Australian TV coverage, and try to understand why Tina could take down so many other Olympic mascots. It's a big one, so don't miss a second!

A history-making day for Australia on a massive Valentine's Day at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, and we unpack it all in one huge episode! We dive into Jakara Anthony becoming Australia's first dual Winter Olympic gold medallist, as the nation celebrates a third gold medal in another historic first. We also break down curling controversy and why an extra finger on a stone is such a big deal. Plus, what it's really like to see biathlon in the flesh, why German men apparently don't want to take Ben's picture, Brazil's breakthrough Winter Olympic gold, and Colin's feelings about Canada's ongoing gold drought. It's one hell of an episode, don't miss it!

An absolutely massive day six of Olympic action at Milano Cortina as we celebrate gold for Australia, silver and bronze for Canada, and so many big moments we may just burst! We unpack Cooper Woods' historic gold in the men's moguls and what another silver means for Mikael Kingsbury's legacy. We also dive into a historic day for German luge with Raphael joining the pod, soak up the incredible ice hockey atmosphere with strong starts for Team USA and Team Canada, show some love to Swedish cross-country skiing, and feel that extra bit of sadness for queen Ester. It's an epic day you simply can't miss! 

It's a golden day for Australia and a golden day for Team OTP as we celebrate an epic Day Seven of competition in Milano Cortina! We bring you all the reactions from Josie Baff after her incredible snowboard cross gold, and explain why it's an extra-special Team OTP medal. We also have live reaction to Scotty James' halfpipe heartbreak and what becoming Australia's most successful Winter Olympian means back home. Plus we talk cross-country skiing, biathlon, the condom situation in the village, and what it'll take for Canada to finally crack the gold tally. Hit play and get another epic episode into your ears!

Well, it wasn't quite the Day 5 Australia was hoping for at the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics, but there's still plenty to unpack and digest as we run through all the news, results and everything in between that you want and need to know! We gauge Australia's reaction to Jakara Anthony missing out on defending her moguls title, while also looking at America's response to winning it. We hear firsthand accounts from both ice hockey and figure skating, and discover why experiencing crowds from countries we aren't used to seeing only adds to the atmosphere. Add in a unique French gold medal story, why Latvia has suddenly become an interesting talking point for tomorrow, and why hockey teams catching trains is oddly funny, and you've got one hell of an episode you won't want to miss.

Day four of Milano Cortina 2026 is in the books as we celebrate another Canadian medal while commiserating over a record-breaking Canadian hockey loss in a day packed with news and drama! We unpack all things short-track speed skating, from the incredible experience of seeing it live to a huge mixed relay result that brought glory to Italy and another medal to Canada. We also dive into Canada's record loss to the USA in women's ice hockey, plus unique Norwegian reactions to biathlon bronze, moguls mania for Colin, and more New Zealand medals that Ben is totally, definitely fine about. Get all this and more down your speakers as the Winter Games keep delivering!

Another epic day of Olympic action is behind us as we recap all things Day 3 from the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics! Colin and Ben break down another medal-winning day for Canada, celebrating Megan Oldham's bronze in the women's freestyle skiing slopestyle. We also do something very rare on this show and actually praise New Zealand, as (Australian-born, cough cough) Zoi Sadowski-Synnott adds another Olympic medal to her collection. Plus, Colin takes over Ben's reign as the podcast's childish king, we ask whether NBC's commentary tone has changed over the past decade, and we definitely don't talk about a certain skier we supposedly never mention. It's fun, entertaining and educational! Everything you need from an Olympic podcast!

A massive Day 2 of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics is done and it was so big we needed four nationalities to break it all down! Ben, Colin, Patrick and Alex chat through everything that happened, from the heartbreak of queen Ester missing a three-peat in the women's parallel slalom (and whether Ben might need the world's biggest hug) to Lindsay Vonn's shock exit in the women's downhill and what it could mean for her legacy. We also explain why we're celebrating Bulgaria and Norway today, discuss whether Torino deserves to be more involved in these Games, and share why making friends with older drunk Norwegian men can unexpectedly enhance the Olympic experience. It's been another massive day so tune in! 

The first day of competition is done and it's a medal-winning one for Canada and Team OTP! We're back to unpack it all with insight straight from the ground in Milan plus all the news you need to know! We celebrate Valerie Maltais and her epic bronze in the women's 3000m speed skating, soak up the atmosphere of an unforgettable Italian gold medal, and debate whether the men's downhill really should open the Games. There's also ice hockey chat with on-the-ground stories (including why Ben was literally chasing Tina and somehow ended up around Finnish men with large breasts), plus name corrections, more Opening Ceremony reflections, and continued support for a Team OTP member after some brutal luck. Another huge Olympic day with plenty to talk about! Don't miss it!

THE OLYMPICS ARE HERE! After all the anticipation, the 2026 Milano Cortina Olympic Games are officially underway, kicking off with an epic Opening Ceremony. But what did we make of it? What was it like witnessing it in person? And how are we VIBING (sorry not sorry) after seeing K Cov take the stage for the first time? Ben and Patrick break it all down, from the Mariah Carey secrets only the stadium crowd saw, to the surprisingly empty Parade of Nations, our unexpected love of giant paint bottles, and why we're okay with the San Siro demolition. It's one hell of an episode from one unforgettable Opening Ceremony you won't want to miss!

THE OLYMPICS ARE HERE! Yes, that's right — your favourite time every two years is finally upon us as we get ready to embrace the cold and snow and preview the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina with our full preview episode! The OG gang are back together as Ben, Jarrod and Colin dive into everything Milano Cortina, including where they think Australia and Canada's medals will come from, their thoughts on the brand-new events we're about to see, and bold predictions on everything from medal tables and cauldron lighters to just how obsessed we'll all be with Tina by the end of the Games. We also get the get-go from Ben direct from the ground in Milan, finding out what's happening in the Olympic city, what the mood is like, and the biggest talking points right now. Plus, two special guests return to the show — Murray Shaw from Channel Nine and Devin Heroux from CBC — to break down what Australian and Canadian viewers can expect from their Olympic coverage, and the massive efforts behind bringing the Games to life on TV. So strap yourselves in for one EPIC episode as we kick off the Milano Cortina Olympics in true Off The Podium style!