Tangent Station

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Kevin Hayes and Willis Lorensen

24 February 2026

23m 3s

Condoms and Cardboard: The Not-So-Secret Life of Olympians

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In this vibrant episode of Tangent Station, our hosts explore unexpected facets of the Milan Cortina Olympics, in which surprising details make this a one-of-a-kind winter games. From athletes engaging in cardio that has nothing to do with skiing, to the saga surrounding the distribution of condoms in the athlete village, the conversation veers delightfully off-course. Listeners get to learn about how the organizers creatively tackle demand for condoms while reflecting on humorous past Olympic rituals, including sustainable cardboard beds from Tokyo 2020. With witty banter, this podcast offers a lighthearted glimpse into a lesser-known side of the Olympics.

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