Meet the U.S. men’s Olympic figure skating team heading to Milan. From Ilia Malinin’s history-making quads and creative life off the ice, to Andrew Torgashev’s globe-trotting, pizza-loving vibe, to Maxim Naumov’s DJ beats and skating legacy—this episode introduces the personalities, talent, and energy behind Team USA as they prepare for the world’s biggest stage. ⛸️🇺🇸

What does it really feel like to realize you’re going to the Olympics? In this episode, athletes reflect on childhood dreams, years of sacrifice, and the surreal moment when it finally becomes real. From watching Olympic legends as kids to stepping onto the biggest stage themselves, they share awe, gratitude, and hope to inspire the next generation. 🎙️✨

A press conference with the newly named U.S. Olympic pairs teams for the 2026 Winter Games as Spencer Akira Howe & Emily Chan and Ellie Kam & Danny O’Shea reflect on the long road to Team USA. The skaters share when the Olympic dream first felt real, the sacrifices and financial realities of the sport, and the resilience required to overcome injuries, doubt, and pressure-packed moments at Nationals. From faith and family support to the joy of finally believing in themselves, the conversation captures gratitude, perseverance, and anticipation as they look ahead to representing the United States on the Olympic stage in Milan.

A press conference with the U.S. Olympic ice dance team as Madison Chock & Evan Bates, Emilea Zingas & Vadym Kolesnik, and Christina Carreira & Anthony Ponomarenko reflect on being named to Team USA. The teams share emotional reactions, journeys through injuries, setbacks, citizenship challenges, and career pivots, along with the moments that sparked their Olympic dreams. The conversation highlights resilience, partnership, perspective on pressure, and the gratitude that comes with reaching the sport’s biggest stage on the road to Milan.

A lively and candid press conference with the U.S. women’s Olympic figure skating team as Isabeau Levito, Amber Glenn, and Alysa Liu meet the media following their nomination to Team USA. The trio reflects on mental health, resilience through injuries and setbacks, finding personal style, and the rare camaraderie they share as competitors and friends. Equal parts emotional and humorous, the conversation highlights growth, gratitude, and the supportive team dynamic they’ll carry with them to Milan.

A press conference introducing the U.S. men’s Olympic figure skating team, as Ilia Malinin, Maxim Naumov, and Andrew Torgashev meet the media for the first time as Olympians. The trio reflects on lifelong dreams realized, family influence, resilience through setbacks, mental preparation, and the bond they share as teammates. From missed chances and personal loss to renewed purpose and mutual admiration, the conversation captures the emotion, gratitude, and excitement surrounding their journey to Milan.

A wide-ranging “State of the Sport” press conference with U.S. Figure Skating leadership following Nationals and the announcement of Team USA for Milan. CEO Matt Farrell and Chief High Performance Officer Justin Dillon discuss the momentum of American skating, record ticket sales, Olympic team selection, athlete development, citizenship challenges, team event strategy, and a renewed focus on collaboration, inclusion, and growing the sport from grassroots to the Olympic stage.

Listen to the press conference after the Men’s final at the 2026 U.S. Figure Skating Championships. Hear from champion Ilia Malinin, who dominated with a huge score and Olympic momentum, Andrew Torgashev on his silver, and Maxim Naumov on overcoming adversity to earn bronze. The trio reflects on performance strategy, pressure, and what’s next on the road to Milan.