Podcasts about winter olympians

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The federal government's telling Australians in Israel and Lebanon to consider leaving now, after US president Donald Trump renewed his threat of strikes on Iran ahead of more expected negotiations today.DFAT's warning the circumstances are unpredictable and that citizens should leave the countries while flights are still available.The department is also offering to evacuate the families of officials in some of its embassies across the middle east.Other countries are making similar moves as the US amasses warships in the region.One of the youngest Australians in a camp for the families of killed and captured Islamic State fighters in north-eastern Syria says she just wants to get home to Australia.The young girl made the plea for help as the group of Australian women live in a state of limbo after their first attempt to return to Australia failed. The federal government's insisting it won't do anything to help them come home, even though it can't stop most of them entering the country, if they do make it to Australian shores.Australia's Winter Olympians have touched down on home soil following the country's most successful campaign ever.Closing ceremony flag bearers and medal winners Cooper Woods and Danielle Scott were among the cohort to arrive.Australia finished with six medals including three gold, at the Milano Cortina games.

Morgan Price makes history again with the first-ever perfect 10 for Arkansas! Another coaching suspension at GAGE, Simone Biles' advice to Winter Olympians, and the start of the 2026 Elite season. From Nemour's new skill in Cottbus to Hezly Rivera's dominant Winter Cup performance, we've got your full gymnastics elite and NCAA update.  HEADLINES Simone Biles went to the Winter Olympics to cheer on Team USA Morgan Price, who earned Fisk's first ever 10, got another 10 this week for Arkansas Two more GAGE coaches were suspended in addition to Al Fong and Armine Karla Grimes was suspended from all contact Tiffany Davenport (GAGE) was hit with a Center temporary suspension Elite season is warming up with Winter Cup and the Cottbus World Cup ELITE SEASON IS WARMING UP: COTTBUS Why does the Cottbus World Cup matter in terms of Olympic qualification? Sugihara Aiko did not defend her floor world title here, with several OOB deductions Anna Kalmykova (AIN) won FX and VT with an ode to Mother Paseka A shocking upset on bars where Kaylia Nemour, the reigning Olympic Champion, finished 7th Elisa Iorio won bars with a 14.266, Milana Kayumova (AIN) finished second, and Giulia Perotti (Italy) took the bronze Why wee are giving the GymCastic Award for Elegance (Cottbus version) to Lea Marie Quaas Nakashima Karin is taking the GymCastic opportunity for comedy award Can we talk about the fart noises during Makovickova's floor? Someone please get Sam Mikulak a polo shirt that fits him better!! Artistry discussion: Anna Kalmykova edition WINTER CUP So apparently everyone missed the memo that Winter Cup is supposed to be a flop? Hezly Rivera won the all-around with a monstrous 56.750, winning beam and floor New senior Charleigh Bullock took silver with a 55.200, winning bars Claire Pease took bronze with a 54.350, taking the vault title with two vaults The American Cup roster has been announced with Hezly Rivera, Charleigh Bullock, and Claire Pease all on the squad The US will send Charleigh Bullock, Reese Esponda, Greta Krob, Caroline Moreau, and Simone Rose to Jesolo And now for a Spencer Rage-O-Meter: Winter Cup Edition DID THEY JUST PICK THE TOP 3 AA FOR A MIXED TEAM, NON-AA COMPETITION? Why Reese Esponda deserves justice after this decision If Winter Cup is the selection competition, why aren't we using Winter Cup scores to select the team? NCAA We have four more 10s this weekend Kailin Chio is on fire and got 10s on vault and beam Morgan Price's 10 on vault Avery Neff's 10 on vault The race between Kailin Chio, Jordan Chiles, and Selena Harris-Miranda for the gym slam Ranking updates Oklahoma stays in no. 1, followed by LSU, Alabama, Florida, and UCLA NQS season is upon us! How will this shift the rankings? Jordan Chiles still leads the all-around standings Chio moves ahead of Fatta for the no. 1 position on vault Chloe LaCoursiere maintains the no. 1 position on bars Chio breaks the tie and moves ahead of Torrez on beam Chiles and Nikki Smith stay 1-2 on floor GYMTERNET NEWS Suni Lee did an interview with the Today Show, leaving the door open for the 2028 Olympics Jade Carey made a post on the socials, hinting at an elite return Sabrina Voinea underwent a successful emergency appendectomy surgery Rhys McClenaghan adds a new title, MBE, to his collection of accolades Helen Kevric leaves Stuttgart gym, where Aimee Boorman is coaching FEEDBACK Has there ever been a gymnast taller than Casey Brown competing in the NCAA? CHAPTERS 0:00:00 – Intro: Morgan Price Makes History & 2026 Elite Season Begins 0:01:07 – Simone Biles at the Winter Olympics: Counseling the "Quad God" 0:02:22 – Morgan Price's Historical 10: From Fisk to Arkansas 0:03:12 – Headline News: More GAGE Coaching Suspensions & New SafeSport Investigations 0:04:03 – Cottbus World Cup: Individual Apparatus World Championships Qualifications 0:06:20 – Floor Routine Debates: Should Gymnasts Have to Get New Routines Each Year? 0:10:48 – Flying Banana Jesus: Dramatic Vaults at Cottbus 0:12:31 – Nemour's New Bars Skill & The In-Bar Arms Race 0:18:35 – GymCastic Award for Elegance: Lea Marie Quaas & "Cherish the Beam" 0:37:14 – Winter Cup: Did they not get the memo that Winter Cup is supposed to be bad? 0:43:05 – Winter Cup Senior Analysis: Hezly Rivera's Dominant Performance 0:56:09 – Gymnasts in the Winter Olympics: Recruiting "Fast Twitch" Athletes for Bobsled 0:59:43 – NCAA Update: Avery Neff & The Race for the First Gym Slam 1:22:12 – Feedback: Tallest Gymnast in NCAA 1:23:58 – Closing & Upcoming College & Cocktails: Georgia at Kentucky UP NEXT Fantasy Gymnastics podcast every Wednesday College & Cocktails: This week's meet is Georgia at Kentucky, Friday, February 27 at 5pm Pacific Cocktail of the week: Code Hacker  2026 Cocktail and Mocktail menu here Add exclusive Club Content to your favorite podcast player (instructions here). 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Become a Supporter - it's worth it!Enjoying the Real Science of Sport? Show your support with a monthly pledge, become a Member of our Supporters Club, and get way more value from the discussions after the shows, in our world class community chat rooms!Show notesThe Winter Olympics are a weekend from concluding, and so much has happened, it's been hard to keep up. But we try! In this show, we look at the Nutella doping defence of an Italian biathlete. We discuss the dramatic performance of favourite Ilia Malinin, who confessed to "traumatic thoughts" before his ill-fated free-skate performance in Milan.There was no scoring controversy in that men's figure skating programme, but there have been in other events - Ice Dance and Big Air were affected by allegations of nationalistic bias, and then in the moguls, there was tie for gold, leading Ross to wonder about the credibility of a scoring system that uses subjective scoring to produce a tie down to the 1/100th of a point. Just share the gold, we reckon!One athlete who has had no problems, either with pressure or opponents, is Johannes Hoesflot Klaebo, now the most decorated Winter Olympian ever, and basically unbeatable in shorter races. Can he deliver the 50km too? Another who has delivered on the promise is Jordan Stolz, though he was denied the 1500m speed skating gold. Reports of his cycling process have led to speculation that he could have a great career in cycling, should he fancy it. We discuss the barriers to that transition, and wonder how he might go about it.Away from the Games, there's an indoor world record in the 800m, which augurs well for Keely Hodgkinson's longer term aspirations of the outdoor World Record, and which puts Femke Bol's aspirations into perspective. The head to head rivalry may be a season or two away - we explain why Bol needs more than a single season.And Finally, we return to the snow, where Ski Mountaineering made its debut at the Olympics and left us feeling considerably underwhelmed and disappointed in the structure of the event.LinksThe Nutella defense - report on Rebecca Passler's doping caseThe CAS 'non-decision' on Passler's case, but with a few details of what was being argued in her defenceA New York Times article on Ostarine and accidental doping ($ paywalled)The research paper that arose out of the "sweat contamination" defence against an ostarine positive testArticle on Malinin's free skate dramaDavid Epstein's article on Malinin and chokingJordan Stolz the cyclist: An article discussing his prospects on two wheelsHodgkinson's 800m World Indoor Record Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The argument over who pitched the podcast is finally settled. Plus, MP and Ben get "sportsy" as MP nerds out about the Olympics. This episode smells like shame and warm creamsicles, but has a playlist of new indie rock tracks that will ride your half pipe and shine your bobsled. EPISODE PLAYLIST:Public Figures, "Cut It Out"Brodie Milner, "Convenience Store Gospel"Girl Scout, "Keeper"Fiona-Lee, "Every Woman"Summer of Hate, "El Saif"Melting Palms, "Echoes"Sky Valley Mistress, "The Exit List"The Covasettes, "Watching You"Casual Smart, "She's My Love"LAPêCHE, "Double Knotted"Seko, "Say Hi To The Sun"Tori Weidinger, "Living To Work"BONUS TRACK: Melting Palms, "Maze"This episode is dedicated to all the Winter Olympians, and to Tim Very - thanks for the thunder.

A pub in Melbourne's north-east is honouring Australia's most decorated male Olympian in Scotty James today.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you love the podcast, and want to show your support, a monthly pledge on Patreon is the way! We'd be absolutely stoked if you did! Show notesLesley McKenna is a pioneer in the world of action sports. A three-time Olympian (2002, 2006, 2010), she represented Great Britain on the snowboarding World Cup circuit, becoming the first GB snowboarder to win a World Cup event, and led the World Cup standings as the number 1 ranked snowboarder at the peak of her powers. Following her retirement, she transitioned into coaching and full time management, and was Team Manager of the GB Park and Pipe team from 2014 to 2022. As a veteran of six Olympic Games, she shares unique insights into the preparation, training and mindset of Winter Olympic athletes in the action sports.She further expanded her understanding by embarking on a PhD with Leeds-Beckett University, that studied and explained how snowboarders and other action sports athletes develop skills, manage risk, and perform in high-pressure competition environments while staying true to the culture and authenticity of their sport This led to the development of a framework she called "The Risk Aesthetic Framework", which explains how action sports maintain meaning, creativity, and community in the competitive cauldron of the Olympic Games.In this wide-ranging interview, Lesley draws from her experience and her research to share fascinating insights that ultimately reveal the science of "the stoke", and the hidden side of some of the most spectacular, jeopardy-filled sports in the world.LinksHere is Lesley's website with more detail on her frameworkThe documentary Lesley recommended is called Pipe Dream - you can watch it on NetflixFancy a "backside air" - here's Lesley teaching you the way!A documentary about Lesley with some footage of her in action Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Mark Willard and Ephraim Salaam return on FOX Sports Sunday to recap Sam Darnold’s Seahawks winning Super Bowl LX. The NBA shows no pride in All-Star Weekend with early air-times and weak performances Giannis has officially become insufferable while Durant’s latest burner account is uncovered. A look into NBA teams tanking, how one become a Winter Olympian and and much more! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In celebration of the Winter Olympic Games (February 6–22, 2026), this week on the Special Chronicles Podcast we're revisiting a powerful encore conversation with Apolo Anton Ohno — 8-time Olympic medalist, the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, and proud Special Olympics Global Ambassador. Apolo reflects on his early years, the discipline that shaped his identity, and the journey that led him to become one of the most iconic athletes in Winter Games history. He shares his passion for championing inclusion, discusses his induction into the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Hall of Fame, and explains how his work as a Global Ambassador continues to inspire athletes of all abilities. We also explore life during quarantine, staying focused through uncertainty, and get a preview of his book Hard Pivot. A timely and inspiring conversation celebrating the Winter Games and the athletes who move our world forward. Listen anytime, anywhere, on your favorite podcast apps at SpecialChronicles.com. This episode originally aired on April 29, 2020 Episode 821 ShowNotes & Links

On tonight's BizNews Briefing: Donald MacKay questions the practical value of South Africa's proposed China trade framework; Bloomberg examines whether AI data centres in space can scale; investors weigh Alphabet's 100-year bond risk; and teen skier Thomas Weir shares his Winter Olympics journey for South Africa.

Only in royal life.King Charles reportedly enlisted armed protection officers using telescopic sights to help him spot salmon while fly fishing in Ireland. Security officers positioned in trees allegedly identified fish through rifle lenses and relayed directions via earpiece as the King cast his line. Despite the high-tech assist, experts insist Charles remains an accomplished traditional angler.Princess Anne, meanwhile, made her first ever personal appearance on social media, posting a direct-to-camera Instagram message congratulating Team GB's Winter Olympians. The moment carried extra weight given Anne herself competed at the 1976 Montreal Games.Across the Atlantic, a property video of Harry and Meghan's roughly $29 million California mansion — complete with nine bedrooms and sixteen bathrooms — sparked online jokes about the toilet count. Property experts say such layouts are standard for sprawling U.S. estates.Elsewhere, an alleged former palace staffer surfaced on Reddit claiming King Charles' famously meticulous routines are real and accusing Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor of being “beyond rude” to staff — though the claims remain unverified.And if you're job hunting, Buckingham Palace is hiring a live-in kitchen porter, no experience required. Sandringham is also seeking a chef. Staff there, however, have reportedly been told they do not have to work for Andrew if they feel uncomfortable.Palace Intrigue is your daily royal family podcast, diving deep into the modern-day drama, power struggles, and scandals shaping the future of the monarchy."Crown and Controversy: Norway" is covering the trial of Marius Borg Høiby as the Norwegian Royal Family is faced with multiple scandals of their own.Check out "Palace Intrigue Presents: King WIlliam" here.

What an incredible weekend of sport, with the T20 Cricket World Cup, Super Rugby Pacific, and SailGP sweeping into Auckland – more on that in a minute - some of the world's best trail runners hit Rotorua for the Tarawera Premier Ultra-trail Marathon and the Winter Olympics continues to provide stunning performances, triumphs and disappointments, scandals and feel good moments. I've been interested in the chat around the Winter Olympics over the last week. The Winter Olympic Games is often criticised for being filled with elite, niche sports that struggle to capture broad public appeal. Unlike the Summer edition, which features globally accessible competitions like athletics, swimming and football, the Winter Games is based on disciplines which require specific climates, facilities, and funding. Sports such as biathlon (cross-country skiing and shooting), snowboard cross (kind of BMX racing for snowboarders), and curling are unfamiliar to many viewers outside Europe and North America. They demand snow tracks, ice rinks, and mountain ranges - resources unavailable in much of the world. As a result, participation is concentrated among a relatively small group of nations, reinforcing the perception that these are rarefied pursuits rather than widely played global sports. But for me, this exclusivity underscores why these athletes deserve celebration. Winter Olympians dedicate their lives to mastering extraordinarily demanding disciplines under harsh conditions. They train for years in sub-zero temperatures and in many cases risk injury at high speeds as they refine their skills in sports where success is often decided by fractions of a second or points. The limited global infrastructure for many of these sports makes reaching elite level even more impressive; pathways are narrower, funding scarcer, and margins for error smaller. That they are largely broadcast on pay tv in New Zealand also fuels the idea these sports aren't hugely common. But uncommon or not, if you've been watching over the last week, surely you'll agree the camera work has been spectacular and the events have been incredible to watch. My whole family have become obsessed with ice dancing and figure skating - and there have been some serious controversies and sides taken during the week, even though none of us could get ourselves around an ice rink. And really, isn't all sport at the top-end of competition elite - or as we like to call it ‘high performance sport'? On the global stage, rugby is niche. So is netball. The America's Cup is an elite sport, and the coast to coast this weekend attracts a small number of super athletes who will traverse the South Island. Doesn't make their accomplishments any less impressive. The Olympics exists not merely to platform the most popular sports, but to honour excellence at the highest level. That some of those sports are not broadly accessible does not diminish the skill required to compete. In the last week we've seen human resilience, sportsmanship, courage, and technical mastery - all done in what can be very challenging environments. So niche or not, our Kiwi athletes and their fellow competitors represent the pinnacle of their disciplines - and that alone warrants recognition and celebration. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Inuit siblings Ukaleq and Sondre Slettermark are competing for Greenland in the biathlon at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. In addition to making their mark in elite athletic competition, they have used their platform to speak out against the Trump administration's threats to take over their homeland. The Slettermarks are among the handful of Indigenous athletes at this year's Winter Games. Other athletes include a Métis luge competitor and a Māori freestyle skier. We’ll get insights from Indigenous journalists and athletes keeping up with the high level competition in Milan. GUESTS Dan Ninham (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin), freelance reporter for ICT News and director of the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame Naomi Lang (Karuk Tribe), former Olympic ice skater and first Native American woman to represent the United States in the Winter Olympics Eric Varderman (Cherokee Nation), founder and president of the Tulsa Curling Club Break 1 Music: Ain’t That Lovin’ You Baby (song) Link Wray (artist) Rumble! The Best of Link Wray (album) Break 2 Music: Taste Of Red Bull [Crow Hop] (song) Cree Confederation (artist) Horse Dance – Mistamim Simoowin (album)

A lawyer from Brooklyn Park, Minnesota has made history as the nation's oldest Winter Olympian. Correspondent Gethin Coolbaugh reports. (Starts with music)

Dana In The Morning Highlights 2/13Mayor Whitmire says Houston made public safety gains and pledged to not raise property taxesCurler on the US team is 54-years-oldWe got an update from Roger & Heather 20 years later - they love each other even more!

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!

Inuit siblings Ukaleq and Sondre Slettermark are competing for Greenland in the biathlon at the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milan, Italy. In addition to making their mark in elite athletic competition, they have used their platform to speak out against the Trump administration's threats to take over their homeland. The Slettermarks are among the handful of Indigenous athletes at this year's Winter Games. Other athletes include a Métis luge competitor and a Māori freestyle skier. We’ll get insights from Indigenous journalists and athletes keeping up with the high level competition in Milan. We’ll also get hear from Native activists in Minneapolis about a prayer camp set up outside a federal building. GUESTS Dan Ninham (Oneida Nation of Wisconsin), freelance reporter for ICT News and co-director of the North American Indigenous Athletics Hall of Fame Eric Varderman (Cherokee Nation), founder and president of the Tulsa Curling Club Mike Forcia (Bad River Tribe), American Indigenous Movement (formerly American Indian Movement) Twin Cities chairman Tall Paul (Anishinaabe and Oneida), hip-hop artist Break 1 Music: Ain’t That Lovin’ You Baby (song) Link Wray (artist) Rumble! The Best of Link Wray (album) Break 2 Music: Taste Of Red Bull [Crow Hop] (song) Cree Confederation (artist) Horse Dance – Mistamim Simoowin (album)

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Today's Speaker's Stump Speech is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ The lawyers have been unleashed 18:40 SEGMENT 2: Byron Keelin, President of Freedom Principle Missouri || TOPIC: Yes on 3 which protects the most vulnerable among us—unborn children, confused teens and pre-teens, and women in crisis || Yes on 4 prohibits contributions from "foreign adversaries" and "foreign nationals," || Freedom Principle’s forum at Lincoln Days on the court reform, Friday, Feb. 20 at 1 pm || State of the Union Watch Party on Feb. 24 || The Missouri 82 Alliance is working to transform Missouri’s political landscape and elect the next generation of conservative leadersfreedomprinciplemo.orgmissouri82alliance.com 30:42 SEGMENT 3: History was made at the Olympics || Swedish skier becomes first transgender Winter Olympian https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

THE TIM JONES AND CHRIS ARPS SHOW 0:00 SEG 1 Today's Speaker's Stump Speech is brought to you by https://www.hansenstree.com/ The lawyers have been unleashed 18:40 SEGMENT 2: Byron Keelin, President of Freedom Principle Missouri || TOPIC: Yes on 3 which protects the most vulnerable among us—unborn children, confused teens and pre-teens, and women in crisis || Yes on 4 prohibits contributions from "foreign adversaries" and "foreign nationals," || Freedom Principle’s forum at Lincoln Days on the court reform, Friday, Feb. 20 at 1 pm || State of the Union Watch Party on Feb. 24 || The Missouri 82 Alliance is working to transform Missouri’s political landscape and elect the next generation of conservative leadersfreedomprinciplemo.orgmissouri82alliance.com 30:42 SEGMENT 3: History was made at the Olympics || Swedish skier becomes first transgender Winter Olympian https://newstalkstl.com/ FOLLOW TIM - https://twitter.com/SpeakerTimJones FOLLOW CHRIS - https://twitter.com/chris_arps 24/7 LIVESTREAM - http://bit.ly/NEWSTALKSTLSTREAMS RUMBLE - https://rumble.com/NewsTalkSTL See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

President Trump has told the Israeli prime minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, that talks with Iran over its nuclear programme will continue. For the first time since demonstrations in January, the BBC is able to report from inside Iran and our Chief International correspondent Lyse Doucet has been speaking to people in the capital, Tehran. Also on the programme: the Winter Olympian balancing winning medals with her homework; and we hear from Brontë country in northern England - where a rather saucy new interpretation of Wuthering Heights has been filmed.(Trump meets Netanyahu in Washington, 11 February 2026. Credit:Getty Images)

Britney Spears just sold her music catalog for $200+ million, the Stranger Things Broadway show is being tapped for streaming and a Winter Olympian publicly announced he cheated on his girlfriend. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Angus Taylor has resigned from the shadow cabinet, but hasn't yet called a leadership spill against Liberal leader Sussan Ley... so what's going on here? Political analyst Amy Remeikis joins us to unpack what happens from here. And in the headlines today, Liberal MP Angus Taylor has finally pulled the trigger on resigning from the Liberal shadow cabinet, signalling an imminent leadership spill against Sussan Ley; Police powers which paved the way for a chaotic protest crackdown will be challenged after medics reported being pushed by officers while attempting to treat the injured; Canadian Prime Minister Mark ‌ Carney has had to hold back tears as he promised the country they would get through what he called a "terrible" shooting at a high school in British Columbia; The man who was detained by police in Tucson in relation to the disappearance of Nancy Guthrie, says he doesn’t know who she is and had nothing to do with it; The triple 0 call made by teen hero Austin Applebee after swimming for four hours to save his stranded family has been released showing how calm he was in the moment; Australia's best hope for a Winter Olympian to successfully defend their title has passed with moguls superstar Jakara Anthony slipping in the final at the Milan-Cortina Games THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Amy Remeikis, Chief Political Analyst at The Australia Institute & Contributing Editor at The New Daily Group Executive Producer: Ilaria BrophyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Madonna rode in an Uber for just the second time ever, Winter Olympians in college are struggling to get their homework done while competing in the games and ways you can feel more sharp in the morning.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We have more updates on Savannah Guthrie's missing mother, Winter Olympians are breaking their medals like crazy and things that might've sucked about 90's life.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Karly got a B12 shot yesterday to help give her energy. When she saw how big the needle was, she freaked out and acted like a baby. Thankfully, it didn’t hurt much. Nancy has to go get the shingles vaccine today. Nancy has a consult with an esthetician today to “fix” her face. She says her face is drooping and she has too many wrinkles. We investigated the “real jobs” of the Winter Olympians. Most are just regular people who are also into their sport. Jobs include a dentist, an ice cream parlor owner, a nurse, a horticulturist, a Buddhist priest, and more. Joey has started trolling his kids at school pick up. He plays Disney music loudly when he drives up to pick up his 12-year-old. For his 9-year-old, Marvin, Joey stays silent just to see how long it takes for Marv to break the silence. Hot Tea: Following her crash while skiing, Lindsey Vonn spoke out to say she has a tibia fracture that will require multiple surgeries. Her dad doesn’t want her to ski ever again. Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death was revealed to have been pulmonary embolism. Blake Shelton called out a fan at his concert for wearing a Luke Bryan t-shirt. All the grass clusters on the field during Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance were people! A company hired people to be extras during the show. They had to wear grass costumes, and they got paid over $1,200! This got us talking about weird jobs or weird things people have done for money. Answers included eating a worm on a dare, cleaning up a house that had been toilet papered, selling dirty socks, and more. Lucky 7 for tickets to Dollywood Nancy bought a book! She never reads, but she found a book called “I’m Glad My Mom Died” and immediately bought it. Nancy thinks she might be able to relate to the story. She loved her mom but had a tough relationship with her. The book is about a similar story with the author’s mom, going to therapy about it, and more. We recapped Extracted episode 3 with Summer from Sevierville. Group Therapy: One of My Employees Smells Terrible See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Snowboarder Zoi Sadowski-Synnott is New Zealand's first medallist of the 2026 Winter Olympics. A crash followed by a comeback secured the silver medal in the Big Air event in the mountains of Italy. This medal is just the latest accomplishment by New Zealand's most decorated Winter Olympian, whose Games aren't over yet. Sports reporter Felicity Reid reports.

Karly got a B12 shot yesterday to help give her energy. When she saw how big the needle was, she freaked out and acted like a baby. Thankfully, it didn’t hurt much. Nancy has to go get the shingles vaccine today. Nancy has a consult with an esthetician today to “fix” her face. She says her face is drooping and she has too many wrinkles. We investigated the “real jobs” of the Winter Olympians. Most are just regular people who are also into their sport. Jobs include a dentist, an ice cream parlor owner, a nurse, a horticulturist, a Buddhist priest, and more. Joey has started trolling his kids at school pick up. He plays Disney music loudly when he drives up to pick up his 12-year-old. For his 9-year-old, Marvin, Joey stays silent just to see how long it takes for Marv to break the silence. Hot Tea: Following her crash while skiing, Lindsey Vonn spoke out to say she has a tibia fracture that will require multiple surgeries. Her dad doesn’t want her to ski ever again. Catherine O’Hara’s cause of death was revealed to have been pulmonary embolism. Blake Shelton called out a fan at his concert for wearing a Luke Bryan t-shirt. All the grass clusters on the field during Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl performance were people! A company hired people to be extras during the show. They had to wear grass costumes, and they got paid over $1,200! This got us talking about weird jobs or weird things people have done for money. Answers included eating a worm on a dare, cleaning up a house that had been toilet papered, selling dirty socks, and more. Lucky 7 for tickets to Dollywood Nancy bought a book! She never reads, but she found a book called “I’m Glad My Mom Died” and immediately bought it. Nancy thinks she might be able to relate to the story. She loved her mom but had a tough relationship with her. The book is about a similar story with the author’s mom, going to therapy about it, and more. We recapped Extracted episode 3 with Summer from Sevierville. Group Therapy: One of My Employees Smells Terrible See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Australians Tess Coady and Mela Stalker both finished in the top 10 of the snowboard Big Air, but neither could crack into the medals. Both competitors have eyes on their favoured events later in the Games, so what confidence can they take out of this final? Plus, Australia have returned to an event for the first time since 2014. Featured: Sami Kennedy, three time Winter Olympian and Stan Sport expert. Andrew McGarry, ABC SPORT. Subscribe to the ABC Sport Newsletter

In this episode of Peak Pursuits Sim and Jess are lucky enough to be joined by not only one of the best trail runners in Aus but now a Winter Olympian to boot Lara Hamilton! Lara is currently in Italy in the days leading up to her two Skimo events in the Olympics, and she joins us to chat briefly through her journey so far and what it is like being named on her first Olympic team. Hear how Lara trains, how she stays in touch with what she loves about sport and music, and plenty of the fun stories that always come with any time spent with Lara!Also hear an update from Jess with answers on her long term gut troubles, Sim's update as she gets moving again, and a discussion on the 'State of Trail Running' articles that have been popping up recently before results and a Tarawera preview.A big episode - Enjoy!Results: Sydney Trail Summer Series 1: Manly Dam (NSW) John Forest Trail Run (WA) Wentworth Falls Trail Run (NSW) Robe Run ***Don't forget, use code PEAK at https://bix-hydration.myshopify.com/en-au for 20% off Bix products, exclusive to PPP listeners!***Thanks for tuning in to Peak Pursuits!Connect with us on Instagram @peakpursuits.pod to share your thoughts, questions, and your own trail stories. Until next time, keep hitting the trails and chasing those peak pursuits!Follow Jess: Instagram | Strava Follow Sim: Instagram | StravaFollow Lara: InstagramMusic from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!):https://uppbeat.io/t/mood-maze/trendsetter License code: K08PMQ3RATCE215RShow less

Tennessee may not be the most wintery place (ice storms aside), but we do have some connections to the Winter Games. Plus the local news for February 9, 2026 and how immigration tensions played out locally during the winter storm Credits: This is a production of Nashville Public RadioHost/producer: Nina CardonaEditor: LaTonya TurnerAdditional support: Mack Linebaugh, Tony Gonzalez, Megan Jones and the staff of WPLN and WNXP

The Winter Olympics has officially begun in Italy tonight - with, for the first time, two opening ceremonies, in Milan and in the Dolomites. One of the world's top skiers, Lindsey Vonn hopes to compete this weekend, despite badly injuring her knee ligament. We hear from another Winter Olympian why that bit of tissue is so important and speak to a British-born member of the world's most famous bobsleigh team. Also on the programme: A year after President Trump announced the suspension of US overseas aid, we hear about the effects on HIV treatment in South AfricaAnd we speak to the director of a BAFTA-nominated documentary, co-produced by Brad Pitt, looking at the influence of evangelical Christianity on far-right politics in Brazil.

In this episode, Sabrina Simader: Opening the Closed Door, Sabrina Wanjiku Simader (Kenya, alpine skiing) reflects on the joy and pressure of carrying a first for her country, from becoming Kenya's first woman Winter Olympian to racing in spaces where she rarely sees her nation represented. She shares how her stepdad's ski lift first put her on the mountain, why her mom's steady belief keeps her going, and what it takes to manage the “learning days” that never make the highlight reel. Sabrina opens up about the hardest decision of her career: stepping back after years of fighting for support, then trusting that setting boundaries can open new doors. As she waits to learn whether backing arrives in time for Milano Cortina, she stays committed to one message: go all in for your dreams, even when the world says no.

Australia isn't renowned for it's snow and ice, in fact, quite the opposite, but that doesn't mean we're lacking in the Winter Olympic team department! Today we speak to 19yo Abbey Wilson, who is about to embark on her first ever Winter Olympic experience in Milano Cortina, representing Australia in the Snowboard Cross. She tells us what it's like in the village, how the carb loading will be epic this year and what it's like to be on a team led by icon and legend Alissa Camplin. And in headlines today, The federal opposition has blamed the Labor government for yesterday’s interest rate increase accusing them of being addicted to spending; People are being urged not to speculate on a suspected double murder-suicide of a Perth family with high-needs children while police investigate the deaths; The potentially deadly targeting of an Invasion Day rally has been widely condemned in parliament as an attack on all Australians; French police have raided ‍the offices of Elon Musk's social media network X; Marius Borg Høiby, the eldest son of Norway's Crown Princess Mette-Marit, has denied the most serious charges at his rape trial in Oslo; Steven Spielberg has officially achieved EGOT status after winning a Grammy for documentary Music by John Williams THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Hosts: Taylah Strano & Claire Murphy Guest: Abby Wilson - Representing Australia in the snowboard cross at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics Audio Producer: Lu Hill Group Executive Producer: Ilaria BrophyBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sinead is off to northern Italy for the Winter Olympics this week. Today she tells Gav about her lifelong fascination with figure skating: how it started, how it developed and what she expects to see over the coming days in Milano Cortina.Also, Sinead runs the rule over Ireland's four Winter Olympians and rates their chances.We delve into the reduced representation of 13 Russian athletes, who compete as neutrals. Is the ban fair to apolitical sportspeople from Russia - or would the presence of the Russian flag validate the Putin regime? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Twenty years ago, on a cold night in Turin, Dale Begg-Smith became the first Australian to win Olympic gold in skiing — a moment that forever changed the landscape of Australian winter sport. Four years later, he added a silver in Vancouver, cementing his place as the country's most decorated Winter Olympian. Yet, for all his success, Dale remains one of Australia's most mysterious champions. Quiet, media-shy, and sometimes misunderstood, he has long been a figure shrouded in intrigue. In this episode, we explore the man behind the medals — from his early days in Canada to his meteoric rise in Australia, the highs of Turin and Vancouver, and the hidden influence he's had on a generation of Australian moguls skiers. We hear from those who knew him best, including Matt Graham, Steve Desovich, and Britt Cox, and revisit the moments that defined his career — the triumph, the controversy, and the moments the cameras never captured. Join us as we peel back the layers on Dale Begg-Smith: the Olympian, the mentor, the enigmatic legend. Twenty years on, his story is still shaping Australian winter sport — and still quietly commanding respect.

A disturbing discovery in Lincoln Heights, where a prohibited gun owner is found with a cache of firearms inside a home. Plus, Italian nonnas react to Winter Olympians, delivering laughs and brutally honest commentary. A recycling facility fire in El Monte sparks a shelter-in-place order as crews battle thick smoke. Music legend Phil Collins opens up about his health struggles and past drinking problems. A Waymo autonomous vehicle crashes while a specialist is inside, raising new questions about self-driving tech — just as a new Waymo model launches in Ojai. Meanwhile, the DMV and CHP team up to crack down on excessive speeding across California. As Southern California Edison moves power lines underground to reduce wildfire risk, Altadena residents push back, angry about being asked to help cover the costs. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

A 29-year-old man has been charged after police allegedly discovered explosives and a tactical vest at a home following a pro-Palestine and Invasion Day rally in central Perth; US President Donald Trump has signalled a de-escalation of federal immigration operations in Minnesota, following the fatal shooting of 37-year-old nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents; Allies of federal Liberal Leader Sussan Lee are mounting a public defense of her leadership - as speculation of a formal challenge reaches a "frenzy" ahead of Parliament's return; and the final three members of Australia's Winter Olympic team have been officially confirmed, as athletes begin arriving in Italy for the Milan-Cortina Games. THE END BITS Support independent women's media Check out The Quicky Instagram here GET IN TOUCHShare your story, feedback, or dilemma! Send us a voice note or email us at thequicky@mamamia.com.au CREDITS Host: Gemma DonahoeAudio Producer: Lu HillBecome a Mamamia subscriber: https://www.mamamia.com.au/subscribeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

South Africa isn't a nation you'd expect to produce many Winter Olympians—especially athletes with no background in winter sports. But Matt Smith is no ordinary competitor. Known as the “Snowbok,” he only picked up skis three years ago and set himself an audacious goal: qualify for the Olympics in Cross-Country Skiing and fulfil his childhood dream of representing his country on the world stage. Amazingly, Matt did exactly that, achieving his dream by qualifying for Milano Cortina next month. Through perseverance, determination and a relentless never-say-die attitude, he has pushed himself to the brink of a moment few would have believed possible. In this extraordinary chat, Matt shares his lifelong drive to wear South Africa's flag at the highest level, the obstacles he's had to overcome, and why he hopes his Olympic journey can inspire more non-traditional nations to embrace winter sport. It's an epic conversation you won't want to miss!

In this episode of 'Sader Stories Naemi Herzig '29 sits down with Kevin Gehl to talk about getting the call to represent her country, her excitement to play with the Swiss Olympic Team, and what made Holy Cross the perfect fit. Head Women's Ice Hockey Coach Katie Lachapelle also joins to talk about the excitement from the team and the current record breaking season.

Why I Funded Veterans With My Own Money w/Lyubim KoganOur guest today is Lyubim (pronounced Loo-beem) Kogan — a five-time first-generation immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU Stern graduate, 9/11 survivor, and founder of Wings4Heroes.org, a mission helping amputee and deaf combat veterans reclaim dignity, purpose, and joy through camaraderie, adventure, and flight.His journey spans Wall Street trading desks, Main Street kitchen tables, crisis leadership in war zones, and humanitarian missions across continents. He's a national bestselling co-author with Steve Forbes and has shared the stage at the United Nations with Brian Tracy.Today, he's here to talk about rebuilding after catastrophic loss—and how to lead when there's no system, no money, and no applause.Links:https://wings4heroes.org/https://www.instagram.com/wings4heroesTags:Accountability,Adaptive Athlete,Adaptive Sports,Leadership,Missionary,Olympian,Reinvention,Resilient Survivor,Veteran,Why I Funded Veterans With My Own Money w/Lyubim Kogan,Live Video Podcast Interview,Podcast,Phantom Electric Ghost PodcastSupport PEG by checking out our Sponsors:Download and use Newsly for free now from www.newsly.me or from the link in the description, and use promo code “GHOST” and receive a 1-month free premium subscription.The best tool for getting podcast guests:https://podmatch.com/signup/phantomelectricghostSubscribe to our Instagram for exclusive content:https://www.instagram.com/expansive_sound_experiments/Subscribe to our YouTube https://youtube.com/@phantomelectricghost?si=rEyT56WQvDsAoRprRSShttps://anchor.fm/s/3b31908/podcast/rssSubstackhttps://substack.com/@phantomelectricghost?utm_source=edit-profile-page

Craig Pickering – former Olympic sprinter, Winter Olympian in bobsleigh, sport scientist, and now Director of Performance Sustainability at Athletics Australia – joins the show to unpack what it takes to build a world-class sprint and relay system. He shares insights on athlete transitions, skill acquisition, and the systems driving Australia's sprint resurgence.We explore his journey from elite athlete to high-performance leader, how Australia has built depth and buy-in across its relay program, and why “training in chaos” has become central to his coaching philosophy. Craig also speaks on data-driven decision making, performance support, and the innovation shaping the next era of Australian athletics.Topics:0:02 – Craig's journey from elite athlete to high-performance leader5:25 – Injury setbacks, transitions, and entering the sport science world9:27 – Moving to Australia & shaping Athletics Australia's performance pathway10:39 – Why Australian men's sprinting is rising13:51 – Building relay culture, buy-in, and structuring effective camps24:10 – Relay coaching philosophy & the value of training under chaos35:17 – Skill acquisition, decision-making & performance under pressure40:50 – The evolving role of the modern coach and performance support51:28 – Pathways Transition Program & developing future athletes52:52 – Research, innovation & the next frontier for Australian athleticsSupport the show

Today we find out about Ischgl in Tirol, plus we learning about the new ‘Clean Miles' campaign from Protect Our Winters. Host Iain Martin was joined by Cat Ainsworth, CEO at Protect Our Winters UK, and three-time Winter Olympian and Ischgl resident, Marco Ladner.  --------- Tirol in Austria sponsors The Ski Podcast, which means this winter we're are finding out more about some of the great destinations in Tirol, and how you can connect with the Austrian way of life: ‘Lebensgefühl' – that you'll find there. --------- SHOW NOTES Cat skied in Valle Nevado in Chile and Ushuaia in Patagonia (1:30) Marco had an early opportunity to ski in Ischgl (2:30) Val Thorens will open on 22 Nov, followed by Les 2 Alpes, Val d'Isere, Zermatt and Ischgl the following weekend (4:00) Luca Carrick-Smith will make his World Cup debut at Levi in Finland (4:15) https://x.com/skipedia/status/1987897332348957133 Marco took part in the half-pipe at Sochi 2014, Pyeongchang 2018 and Beijing 2022 (5:00) Listen to Iain's interview with Zoe Atkin (8:00) Ischgl is located in the west of Tirol (8:30) You can travel by train from Zurich to Landeck (9:00) Ischgl is located at 1400m going up to 2800m (09:30) Ischgl opens and closes each winter with a MASSIVE concert (10:00) Take a look at acts who've played at the Top of the Mountain concerts previously (11:30) Rita Ora is playing the opening of Ischgl this year (12:30) The ski area (13:15) Who does Ischgl suit? (13:45) This winter there are three new lifts (14:45) What's it like for families? (15:30) Find out about Lego winter fun (16:00) Marco recommends a classic ‘Kaiserschmarrn' (18:00) Ischgl is very famous for after ski (18:30) The Silvretta Therme is a fantastic wellness centre (19:00) What is the role of Protect Our Winters  (20:30) Cat is a BASI qualified ski instructor (24:30) Find out about the POW ‘Clean Miles' campaign (25:45) Sign the POW ‘Clean Miles' petition (27:30) Iain set up Ski Flight Free in 2019 (28:45) Watch some of the POW Mobility videos  Feedback (30:00) You can leave a comment on Spotify, Instagram or Facebook – our handle is @theskipodcast – or drop an email to theskipodcast@gmail.com  You can also follow us on WhatsApp for exclusive material released ahead of the podcast. Look in the Show Notes for that link. Leon Butler: “I have such a soft spot for the whole of the Tirol, but Wilder Kaiser [Episode 262] is stunning.” Stan: "Love the podcast, it's a great way to stay connected to the world of skiing between my annual holiday trips, in particular the kit reviews with Al Morgan and stories like Bladon Lines." There is so much in our back catalog: just go to theskipodcast.com, have a search around the tags and categories and you're bound to find something you'll find interesting about our wonderful world of skiing and snowboarding.  If you'd like to help the podcast, there are three things you can do:  -          you can follow us, or subscribe, so you never miss an episode -          you can give us a review on Apple Podcasts or leave a comment on Spotify -          And, if you're booking ski hire this winter, don't forget that you can get an additional discount if you use the code ‘SKIPODCAST' when you book at intersportrent.com or simply take this link for your discount to be automatically applied

The first crop of kiwis to represent Aotearoa at next year's Olympic Winter Games have been named. Eight athletes were announced today for Milano Cortina 2026, led by the country's most decorated Winter Olympian. Sports reporter Jonty Dine spoke to Lisa Owen.

Paul Hawksbee was joined by Charlie Baker for this afternoons podcast. It featured special guest Dudley Tal Stokes, four-time Winter Olympian, discussing his illustrious career. We also included a ChatGPT and a birthday spread. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Olympic champion. Icon. And then… nothing.Apolo Ohno spent his entire life training for one thing - winning gold. He became the most decorated Winter Olympian in U.S. history, chasing perfection at all costs. But when the spotlight faded and the podium disappeared, he faced a battle far tougher than any race: Who was he without the sport?In this raw and honest conversation, Apolo opens up about the identity crisis that hit after retirement, the role of ego in driving success - and destroying it - and the painful process of starting over from scratch.This isn't just about sport. It's about life after the thing you thought defined you. It's about resilience, reinvention, and the ongoing journey of self-discovery.Feeling stuck? If you need help getting out of your rut, Will can help - head to willnotfear.com to learn more about his coaching to get you off the hamster wheel. More from MTM at: https://mentalkingmindfulness.com/ Chapters:00:00 - Introduction04:17 - Masculinity Without a Father Figure07:58 - Success Through Small Wins08:43 - Athletic Success and Confidence14:35 - Gender Dynamics in Work and Education16:35 - Perspectives Across Class Lines18:38 - Men, Mindfulness, and Perception23:00 - The Tightrope of Masculinity and Its Impact27:45 - Effortlessly Yourself in Conversations34:51 - Injury Recovery and Mindful Detachment36:40 - Selfhood and Fragile Manhood46:37 - Teaching Daughters Vigilance52:47 - Reading Romantic Cues for Young Men58:19 - Emotions in Work and Raising Boys01:01:33 - Psychological Safety at Home01:03:15 - Emotional Miscommunication with Kids01:19:01 - Autonomy and Choosing Your CircleHosted by Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy for more information.

Send us a textOur guest today is Lyubim (pronounced Loo-beem) Kogan — a five-time first-generation immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU Stern graduate, 9/11 survivor, and founder of Wings4Heroes.org, a mission helping amputee veterans reclaim dignity, purpose, and joy through paragliding and adventure.His journey spans Wall Street trading desks, kitchen tables across Main Street America, crisis leadership in war zones, and humanitarian missions across continents. He's a national bestselling co-author with Steve Forbes and has shared the stage at the United Nations with Brian Tracy.Today, he's here to talk about what it means to keep a promise — especially when there's no script, no paycheck, and no clear path forward.https://wings4heroes.org/Contact us:Rumble/ YouTube/ IG: @powerofmanpodcastEmail: powerofmanpodcast@gmail.com.Twitter: @rorypaquetteLooking for Like-Minded Fathers and Husbands? Join our Brotherhood!"Power of Man Within" , in Facebook Groups:https://www.facebook.com/groups/490821906341560/?ref=share_group_linkFree Coaching Consultation call whenever you are ready... Message me!Believe it!

Are you a grandparent suddenly raising your grandchildren, feeling overwhelmed by the lack of support, resources, or recognition for all you do? Do you find yourself exhausted, navigating complex family trauma, or wondering how to keep going when there's no instruction manual—or applause—for your sacrifices? The daunting reality of kinship care can leave you feeling invisible, financially strained, and emotionally drained.I'm Laura Brazan, a grandparent who has walked this unexpected and challenging path. In this episode of 'Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity,' I'm joined by Lyubim Kogan—a five-time immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU grad, 9/11 survivor, and visionary humanitarian. Lyubim was raised by his own grandmother after unthinkable loss, and together we discuss what it truly means to lead when there's no system, no money, and no applause.Visit Wings4Heroes.org to learn more about Lyubim Kogan's mission and how you can help.Tune in as we share real stories, practical strategies, and hard-won wisdom for grandparents facing adversity. You'll hear how to find meaning in your journey, break generational cycles, and care for yourself while raising children affected by trauma. Discover inspiration to push through when you feel like giving up, and connect with a caring community that understands and honors your experience.Join us—because you are not alone, and your resilience is rewriting your grandchildren's future, one day at a time.Send us a textDid you know that in the state of Indiana, if a grandparent has an adult child who gets angry with their parents for any reason, no matter how trivial, the adult child can deny that grandparent the ability to have ANY contact with their grandchildren? Sign the petition here. Your signature matters! Parenting Is Too Short to Spend It Stressed.Learn how to turn everyday moments into joyful connection — with zero guilt and zero gimmicks. Visit Parenting Harmony.Thank you for tuning into today's episode. It's been a journey of shared stories, insights, and invaluable advice from the heart of a community that knows the beauty and challenges of raising grandchildren. Your presence and engagement mean the world to us and to grandparents everywhere stepping up in ways they never imagined. Remember, you're not alone on this journey. For more resources, support, and stories, visit our website and follow us on our social media channels. If today's episode moved you, consider sharing it with someone who might find comfort and connection in our shared experiences. We look forward to bringing more stories and expert advice your way next week. Until then, take care of yourselves and each other.Want to be a guest on Grandparents Raising Grandchildren: Nurturing Through Adversity? Send Laura Brazan a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/grgLiked this episode? Share it and tag us on Facebook @GrandparentsRaisingGrandchilden Love the show? Leave a review and let us know! CONNECT WITH US: Website | Facebook

Today's guest, Lyubim Kogan, is a five-time first-generation immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU Stern grad, and 9/11 survivor. From Wall Street to war zones, Lyubim's life has been anything but ordinary.He's the founder of Wings4Heroes.org, where he helps amputee veterans rediscover joy and purpose through paragliding adventures. A bestselling co-author with Steve Forbes and speaker at the UN alongside Brian Tracy, Lyubim shares powerful lessons on resilience, service, and what it truly means to keep a promise — especially when the path ahead is uncertain.Want to be a guest on Stories from Real Life? Send Melvin Edwards a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/storiesfromreallife.www.podcastreallife.com

Lyubim Kogan is a five-time first-generation immigrant, Winter Olympian, NYU Stern graduate, and 9/11 survivor whose extraordinary life defies convention and expectation.Full Podcast Link: https://bit.ly/LyubimKoganPodcast From navigating the high-stakes world of Wall Street to leading humanitarian missions in war zones, Lyubim's path has been anything but linear — yet it's marked by a consistent, unshakable promise: to serve others, no matter the cost.He is the founder of Wings4Heroes.org, a nonprofit that helps amputee veterans reclaim their sense of purpose, dignity, and joy through paragliding and outdoor adventure. What began as a bold, unconventional idea has evolved into a powerful movement that transforms trauma into triumph.Lyubim's global journey has taken him from corporate boardrooms to battlefield kitchens, from refugee camps to the stage of the United Nations — where he's shared powerful messages alongside leaders like Brian Tracy. He's a national bestselling co-author with Steve Forbes and a sought-after speaker on leadership, resilience, and service-driven innovation.At his core, Lyubim is a mission-driven changemaker who knows what it means to lead without a script, a system, or applause — and to keep a promise long after the spotlight fades.

From 9/11 survivor to Winter Olympian and founder of Wings4Heroes, Lyubim Kogan reveals what it takes to lead without systems, money, or applause. Learn how to rebuild after crisis, honor promises, and find purpose—even in the toughest moments. Walk away believing, ‘If he can, so can I.'==========================================