The Runthrough

Adam and Sarah debrief following the end of the Milan Cortina Olympics. There is SOME talk about figure skating and a LOT of talk about nothing. And some talk about our Olympic jobs!! Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport. Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcast Follow us on social: Instagram | TikTok Patreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE!!! Thank you to ALL the women who are of the Olympic class of 2026. You have so much to be proud of. What an incredible way to close out the figure skating events.In this episode we talk about everything that went down here in the Women's Free program at the Olympic Games here in Milan.Thank you to everyone who has followed along with our Olympic coverage over the past few weeks. There have beens ups, there have been downs, and we wouldn't have wanted to recap them with anyone else but YOU! XOSubscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We discuss the women's short program at the 2026 Olympics, Snoop Dogg and Martha Stewart's education, and make predictions for the women's Olympic podium!Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We react to the penultimate figure skating event of the 2026 Olympics, the pairs, while pretending we don't care about silly things like scores and judging. Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

As we discuss the pairs' short program at the 2026 Olympics, we wonder if the Pope should make an appearance in Milan to bless the figure skating arena. Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

This year, the women's event has a little bit of something for everyone. We discuss fan names for your favorites, why you should love everything Kaori Sakamoto does and just why the US team is so special. In this preview, we break down the women’s event at the Winter Olympics, diving into who the contenders are, what technical elements will matter most, and where momentum can shift in an instant. From jump consistency and program composition to the mental weight of skating with expectations, this is what to watch before the competition begins. Whether you’re tracking medal favorites or watching for breakthrough performances, this preview gives you the storylines, stakes, and psychological pressure points that define the Olympic women’s event. Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and inside-the-sport storytelling. Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcast Patreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We kiss, we cry and we talk about the most insane Men's Olympics events of all time. Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

NOC Sarah Hughes famously once said that when the pairs are good, they're great. In this preview, we break down the pairs event at the #WinterOlympics in Milan, answering questions like "Who is Minicki?" and "Why are her elbows bloody?" We go over the names you need to know, what makes this discipline so dangerous, and the moments that will define the podium. Whether you’re new to pairs (like Ashley) or a longtime fan, this preview will help you understand what to watch, where medals can be won or lost, and why pairs skating is unlike anything else in sport.Pairs' Short Program: Sunday, February 15th, 7:45 PM Milan Local TimePairs' Free Skate: Monday, February 16th, 8:00 PM Milan Local TimeSubscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We react to the free dance and final ice dance results at the 2026 Olympics. Did the best team win? Did the bronze medal mean more than the gold? Did Jennifer Lopez always intend for her music to be used by sibling ice dance teams? Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We react to the men's short program at the 2026 Olympics, with important discussions about minions, Judas, smoking, French tits, and unconventional moves. Men's Free Skate: Friday, February 13th, 7:00 PM Milan Local TimeSubscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

Lots of reactions to the rhythm dance at the Milan Olympics as the results were a BIT of a shake up... Listen with us for our feelings on the scores, the programs, the audience reaction, and 90's on the Olympic stage.Free Dance: Wednesday, February 11th, 7:30 PM Milan Local TimeSubscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We recap the INCREDIBLE finish to the Olympic figure skating team event, discussing our favorite moments and performances and as always, Adam's observations from Milan and Ashley and Sarah's anecdotes from the studio. Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

What does it mean for men to be "menning"? We break down the oh-so volatile men’s figure skating event in Milan, and explain just why you need to know what a raspberry twist is. You'll get to know who the contenders are, what technical elements will decide medals, and where the real pressure points live. From the number of quads to the mental battle of even trying a quad on the biggest stage in the sport, this is what to watch before the competition begins.Men's Short Program: Tuesday, February 10th, 6:30 PM Milan Local TimeMen's Free Skate: Friday, February 13th, 7:00 PM Milan Local TimeSubscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We recap day 2 of the Olympic figure skating team event!!!Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We answer the question everyone already knew the answer to: should Ashley and Adam try ice dancing together? (No,) We discuss the upcoming Olympic ice dance event in Milan, introducing the key characters and favorites for the podium (plus all our personal favorites). If you want to introduce a new skating fan to the ice dancers at the 2026 Olympics, this is what you need to send them!Rhythm Dance: Monday, February 9th, 7:20 PM Milan Local TimeFree Dance: Wednesday, February 11th, 7:30 PM Milan Local TimeSubscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We react to the first day of Olympic competition as the team event gets underway and Adam tells us about seeing the Opening Ceremony in real life!!!Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

We discuss the team event entries for women's short, pairs' short, and rhythm dance. We also check in with Adam about becoming the grandfather of an Italian plant.

What is the Team event and how did we get here? We break down potential strategies we will expect to see from the countries competing, and try to predict just what will happen in figure skating's newest event. In this preview, we break down the team event at the Winter Olympics, how it works, how teams decide who skates, and where points can be gained or lost. From lineup strategy to emotional carryover between events, this is what to watch as countries battle not just for medals, but for confidence heading into the individual competitions. Whether you’re new to the team format or tracking medal contenders, this preview explains why the team event can shape the entire Olympic figure skating narrative.Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

After three years of having a skating podcast, it's time to learn some of the rules. Ahead of the Olympics, we go through a refresher of how figure skating works. Adam and Ashley are shocked to learn a couple things about ice dance and they refuse to learn how to calculate components. Good luck to all the skaters who have to actually follow these rules in Milan!!! Subscribe for Olympic coverage, breakdowns, and storytelling from inside the sport.Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!

The Olympics are THIS WEEK! We kicked off the week chatting with our friend Katie Walsh, who directed Glitter & Gold, the Netflix ice dance docuseries that was released this week. We discussed the series together and got tons of behind-the-scenes insight from Katie about the making of the show. Support us on Patreon: Patreon.com/TheRunthroughPodcastWatch us on Youtube: The RunthroughFollow us on social: Instagram | TikTokPatreon subscribers gain access to each episode in video format a day before the audio release, plus access to exclusive bonus content!