Sports Illustrated's Daily Rings

What We’ll Remember From the 2026 Winter Olympics

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 20:13:57 +0000

Mitch and Dan go back through all 16 sports, discussing favorite moments, what they’ll remember and interesting stories from on and off the snow and ice. Then they say goodbye and thank you to everyone who listened throughout the Milan Cortina Games.

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Another U.S. Hockey Gold in Overtime

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 01:58:50 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 16, focused mostly on the men’s hockey gold medal game, but also hitting on cross-country skiing, the ski halfpipe and more. Plus, they bring on Charlotte Carroll to discuss covering next month’s Paralympics in Italy.

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Mass Starts As We Near the Finish

Sun, 22 Feb 2026 03:12:41 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 15, including an unusual speedskating event, a record for Johannes Klaebo, a new style of skimo and more. Plus, they preview Day 16, which features the men’s gold medal hockey game between the U.S. and Canada.

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A Full Day of Skates and Skis

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 04:26:34 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 14, including the men’s hockey semifinals, a scary moment in short-track speedskating and a U.S. women’s curling loss. Plus, they preview Day 15, which features more Johannes Klaebo, more skimo and more of our favorites.

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Hockey Gold, Skimo and Alysa Liu

Fri, 20 Feb 2026 04:29:23 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 13, including a U.S. women’s hockey win in overtime, the first U.S. women’s figure skating gold sine 2002 and the Olympic debut of skimo. Plus, they preview Day 14, which features the men’s hockey semifinals, ski cross and more.

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Overtime Hockey and Shiffrin Gold

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 04:06:25 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 12, including dramatic wins for the U.S. and Canadian men’s hockey teams, another gold for the legendary Mikaela Shiffrin and a dog on the cross-country skiing course. Plus, they preview Day 13, which features the arrival of skimo, the U.S. vs. Canada women's hockey gold medal game, Jordan Stolz and more.

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Big Air and Bad Weather

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 02:01:16 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 11, including a historic day of freestyle skiing, more laps around the speedskating track and the women’s figure skating short program. Plus, they preview Day 12, which features women’s slalom skiing, men’s hockey quarterfinals, cross-country skiing and more.

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Monobob Gold and Skiing Wipeouts

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 03:52:09 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 10, including gold for Elana Meyers Taylor, a viral moment on the slopes and a U.S. women’s hockey win. Plus, they preview Day 11, which features the women’s singles figure skating, team pursuit speedskating, aerial skiing and more.

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Blowouts and Close Calls

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 04:49:08 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 9, including an exciting day of slalom skiing, dominance on the oval and a great performance by Team USA in the monobob. Plus, they preview Day 10, which features the U.S. women’s hockey semifinal, pairs figure skating and more.

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Several Historic Medals

Sun, 15 Feb 2026 03:54:46 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 8, including an Olympic record for Jordan Stolz, continued controversy in curling, and historic medals for Brazil in skiing and Austria in skeleton. Plus, they preview Day 9, which features Mikaela Shiffrin, Erin Jackson, snowboard cross, figure skating and more.

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The Ilia Malinin Stunner

Sat, 14 Feb 2026 02:45:33 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 7, taping just moments after the shocking result in the men’s individual figure skating. They also talk curling, cross-country skiing, snowboard halfpipe and more. Plus, they preview Day 8, which features speedskater Jordan Stolz and a sport making its Olympic debut.

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Controversy On and Off the Ice

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 03:51:10 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 6, starting with the story of a Ukrainian skeleton pilot barred from competing. They also talk Chloe Kim, Jessie Diggins, the luge relay and more. Plus, they preview Day 7, which features Ilia Malinin, more snowboard cross and the U.S. women’s hockey quarterfinal.

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Jordan Stolz and Chloe Kim Arrive

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 03:42:18 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 5, including great 2026 debuts from two U.S. superstars, along with biathlon, men’s hockey, moguls and more. Plus, they preview Day 6, which features a chance for Chloe Kim to make history, snowboard cross and the underrated luge team relay.

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Mixed Day for Team USA, Plus a Big Confession

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 03:30:44 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 4, including a curling loss, a historic silver, a viral interview and a skiing medal from a team they didn’t expect. Plus, they preview Day 5, which includes the debuts of Chloe Kim and Jordan Stolz, and more ice dance.

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A Curling Medal and a Glory Run

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 02:47:40 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 3, including a huge win for the U.S. mixed doubles curlers, damaged skates, AI-generated music and an electric day of speedskating. Plus, they preview Day 4, which includes the U.S. vs. Canada women’s hockey game and Mikaela Shiffrin’s 2026 debut.

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Vonn Crashes, Breezy and U.S. Skaters Win Gold

Mon, 09 Feb 2026 02:27:36 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 2, which started with polar opposite emotions in the women’s downhill skiing and ended with drama in the team figure skating. Plus, the parallel giant slalom snowboarding was awesome and they preview the big events on Day 3.

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Off and Running (and Skiing and Skating)

Sun, 08 Feb 2026 03:07:35 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap a full Day 1, including five medal events, U.S. mixed doubles curling, a hot mic and Ilia Malinin’s Olympic debut. Plus, they preview Lindsey Vonn’s first medal race and the rest of Day 2.

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Let the Winter Games Begin

Sat, 07 Feb 2026 02:16:09 +0000

Mitch and Dan discuss the opening ceremony and more of the top headlines out of the Olympics, including Lindsey Vonn’s ACL and a ski jumping suit scandal. Plus, they recap the early events and preview the first full day of competition.

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Final Headlines and Olympic Venues

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 09:00:11 +0000

Mitch and Dan go over some of the latest news before the Games start: Lindsey Vonn’s return from injury, the Spanish skater whose Minions music wasn’t approved and the U.S. flag bearers for the opening ceremony. Then, they take a closer look at the venues that will host every event.

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Let’s Get Serious About Curling and Bobsled

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 09:00:41 +0000

Mitch and Dan welcome in three more guests. First, comedian and curling broadcaster John Cullen answers every question you could possibly have about curling. Next, sliding sports expert Ken Childs gets into the minutiae on bobsled, skeleton and luge. Finally, U.S. Nordic Combined President Jill Brabec makes the pitch for her sport and explains the issues around the fight to include women’s events at the Olympics

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What Makes the 2026 Winter Olympics Unique

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 09:00:57 +0000

Mitch and Dan welcome in three guests. First, SI’s Michael Rosenberg discusses some overall themes of these Games, plus his recent features on Chloe Kim and Jessie Diggins. Then, Rodger Sherman talks about his favorite under-the-radar events. Finally, SI’s Kristen Nelson previews the men’s and women’s hockey tournaments.

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Previewing Every 2026 Winter Olympic Sport

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 09:00:35 +0000

Mitch and Dan offer quick previews of all 16 sports, including basic rules, competition format, favorites, storylines, fun facts and Team USA’s chances. Coverage includes figure skating, hockey, skiing, snowboarding and every sport, no matter how niche.

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Sports Illustrated’s Daily Rings: The 2026 Winter Olympics

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 09:00:59 +0000

Mitch Goldich and Dan Gartland are back for the Milan Cortina Olympics! Daily episodes with coverage of all 16 sports will begin on Monday, Feb. 2. Episodes will be available in your favorite podcast app and on SI’s YouTube page.

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Au Revoir to the Paris Olympics

Mon, 12 Aug 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Mitch and Dan look back at the 2024 Olympics, with general thoughts and lasting memories of all 39 sports. They also briefly look ahead to the new sports we'll see in L.A. in 2028. Then they say goodbye and thank you for listening

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A Nail-Biter on the Final Day of Sports

Sun, 11 Aug 2024 23:59:06 +0000

A Nail-Biter on the Final Day of Sports

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Steph, LeBron and the Sprinters

Sat, 10 Aug 2024 23:53:38 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 15, which featured two big Team USA gold medal games, a dominant relay squad, a jump off and a significant rules appeal. Plus, they preview the biggest events to watch on the final day of the Olympics

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Breaking Makes Its Olympic Debut

Fri, 09 Aug 2024 23:40:31 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 14, which featured the polarizing debut of a new sport, relay drama and overtime in several medal events. Plus, they preview the biggest events to watch on Saturday

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Basketball Nail-Biter and Running With COVID-19

Thu, 08 Aug 2024 22:56:13 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 13, which featured a U.S. men's basketball comeback, a poorly timed COVID-19 diagnosis and a speed climbing world record. Plus, they preview the biggest events to watch on a busy Friday

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Winning Races and Missing Weight

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 23:29:23 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 12, which featured a stone-faced weightlifter, an unexpected discus battle and an unusual rule in wrestling. Plus, they preview the biggest events to watch on a busy Thursday

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Wild Men's 1500 Ending & Alev Kelter Interview

Wed, 07 Aug 2024 00:38:09 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 11, which featured more excitement on the track and several high-profile teams in action. Then they interview Alev Kelter, a member of Team USA's bronze medal-winning rugby sevens team. Finally, they preview the biggest events to watch Wednesday

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A Mondo Night on the Track in Paris

Tue, 06 Aug 2024 00:34:37 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 10, which featured a world record in the pole vault and a farewell to gymnastics. Plus, they welcome a few new sports and preview the biggest events to watch Tuesday.

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Photo Finish in the Men's 100m Final

Sun, 04 Aug 2024 23:30:48 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 9, which featured some incredibly close calls in track, archery, shooting and golf. Plus, the U.S. had a big final day in the pool. Finally, they preview the biggest events to watch Monday

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The Paris Olympics’ Busiest Day Yet

Sat, 03 Aug 2024 23:07:02 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 8, which featured some all-time greats making history (Biles, Ledecky), surprising countries winning historic golds and memorable moments in shot put, kayak, judo and cycling. Plus, they preview the biggest events to watch Sunday

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Track and Swimming (and Judo and Trampoline)

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 23:07:53 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 7, including the first full day of track and field, a historic finish in BMX racing and appreciation for French judo legend Teddy Riner. Plus, they preview a loaded slate of events to watch Saturday

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Simone Biles Is the GOAT

Thu, 01 Aug 2024 23:28:57 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 6, including a second all-around gold for Simone Biles. Plus, the race walk, a table tennis star, a 3x3 basketball embarrassment and previewing a particularly good schedule of events to watch Friday.

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Swimming History and Drama Elsewhere

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 23:05:17 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 5, including a historic night in the pool, a brutal start in 3x3 basketball and some drama in everything from volleyball to the triathlon. Plus, the best events to watch Thursday

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Rugby Walk-Off and U.S. Gymnastics Gold

Wed, 31 Jul 2024 00:28:33 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 4, including a thriller for U.S. rugby to win a medal and the gymnastics team taking care of business. Plus, tennis and shooting tiebreakers, and the best events to watch Wednesday

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A U.S. Rugby Run and a Pommel Horse Legend

Mon, 29 Jul 2024 23:46:19 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 3, from moments of triumph for Team USA to a few times they caught themselves not quite understanding what they were watching. Plus, they respond to listener feedback and run down the best events to watch Tuesday

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Simone Biles, Rugby and a French Swimmer

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 23:24:33 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap Day 2, which started with early morning gymnastics and a Simone Biles injury. They move on to U.S. rugby, fencing excitement, mountain biking and an electric swimming atmosphere. Finally, they run down the best events to watch Monday

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Paris Is Already Better Than Tokyo

Sun, 28 Jul 2024 00:39:03 +0000

Mitch and Dan recap a loaded Day 1, and discuss the good and bad of following along on NBC and Peacock. They also recap Katie Ledecky’s bronze, a men’s 4X100 gold, a rainy cycling race and every U.S. team in action. Finally they look ahead to the must-see events on Day 2.

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The Cauldron Has Been Lit

Sat, 27 Jul 2024 00:42:02 +0000

Mitch and Dan share their thoughts on an opening ceremony along the Siene instead of in a stadium. They also hit on some top headlines and look ahead to the action they’re most excited about on the Olympics’ official Day 1

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Previewing NBC’s Coverage & Paris’s Venues

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 15:35:00 +0000

Mitch and Dan are back with one last preview episode, including an interview with The Athletic’s media writer Richard Deitsch to discuss NBC’s coverage plans. Then they go over some of the more noteworthy venues in which the sports will be contested. Finally, they draft teams to root for in the sports where Team USA failed to qualify

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Deep dive on Track, Swimming and Soccer

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Mitch and Dan bring on four guests to go into a little more detail on some of the big stories of the Paris Olympics: Chris Chavez on track and field, SI's Pat Forde on swimming, SI's Michael Rosenberg on some general story lines and Alex Abnos on soccer

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Previewing Every Olympic Sport: Part 2

Tue, 23 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Mitch and Dan offer rapid-fire previews of the remaining 20 sports, including how they work, rules you should know, favorites, story lines and Team USA’s chances. This episode covers swimming, track and field, surfing, a rant about sports with two bronze medals and more

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Previewing Every Olympic Sport: Part 1

Mon, 22 Jul 2024 08:00:00 +0000

Mitch and Dan offer rapid-fire previews of 19 sports, including how they work, rules you should know, favorites, story lines and Team USA’s chances. The remaining 20 sports will be covered in Part 2

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Sports Illustrated's Daily Rings Teaser

Wed, 17 Jul 2024 17:06:00 +0000

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