
This special edition of "Up First Winter Games" previews the video podcast from NPR during the Olympics, spotlighting key storylines and athletes. The U.S. men's hockey team's survival against Sweden in the quarterfinals is recapped, with NPR's Becky Sullivan highlighting Quinn Hughes' game-winning goal. Juliana Kim investigates why Olympic medals are breaking, noting a potential manufacturing glitch and historical context. John Lambert uses VO2max to scientifically argue that cross-country skiers might be the best all-around athletes, emphasizing the full-body exertion required by the sport. The podcast also touches on speed skater Jordan Stoles, skier Michaela Schifrin, and two Olympic engagements.
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