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Good as Gold with Sarah Hughes

Good as Gold with Sarah Hughes

Written by: Sarah Hughes
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 "Behind every gold medal is a story worth telling." Hosted by Olympic champion Sarah Hughes, Good as Gold features intimate, inspiring conversations with the world's greatest athletes — Olympic gold medalists. Each episode explores the untold journey behind the medal: training, setbacks, triumphs, and the lasting legacy of sport. With warmth, humor, and insider perspective, Sarah connects with fellow champions across every discipline, uncovering the human side of Olympic excellence. Perfect for sports fans, aspiring athletes, and anyone chasing greatness — this is the ultimate Olympic storytelling podcast.2026 Sarah Hughes Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Beyond the Mask - Oksana Baiul

    Beyond the Mask - Oksana Baiul
    Jul 15 2026

    The conversation covers the experiences of life after the Olympics and the impact of figure skating on personal growth. It delves into the challenges and triumphs of post-Olympic life and the profound influence of figure skating on the development of character and resilience.

    The conversation covers themes of resilience, legacy, and life after winning, as well as the challenges of parenting and life choices. It also delves into the importance of remembering the past, the lessons learned from figure skating, and the significance of being true to oneself.

    Additionally, it explores the challenges of navigating celebrity and life in the public eye.

    Takeaways

    • Life after the Olympics
    • The impact of figure skating on personal growth Resilience
    • Legacy

    Chapters

    • 00:00 Life After the Olympics
    • 23:02 The Impact of Figure Skating on Personal Growth
    • 28:27 The Pressure of Competition
    • 29:49 Life After Winning
    • 33:01 Parenting and Life Choices
    • 39:02 Remembering the Past
    • 43:37 Lessons from Figure Skating
    • 49:00 Being True to Yourself
    • 51:02 Navigating Celebrity and Life
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    42 mins
  • Thrown For a Loop - Meagan Duhamel

    Thrown For a Loop - Meagan Duhamel
    Sep 23 2025
    In this episode of Good as Gold, host Sarah Hughes, Olympic champion in figure skating, talks with Meagan Duhamel, a Canadian figure skating legend. Meagan shares insight into her illustrious career, including her superstitions, the heartbreak of the Sochi Olympics, and her redemption in Pyeongchang. She discusses balancing motherhood and coaching, staying injury-free, and her thoughts on pair skating's technical demands. The conversation also touches on Meagan's experiences with reality TV, her views on the evolution of figure skating, and the importance of adaptability in both sports and life. With candid stories of resilience, perseverance, and both professional and personal growth, this episode offers an in-depth look at the journey behind achieving Olympic dreams. 00:00 Thrown for a Loop - Meagan Duhamel 00:51 Introduction and Greetings 01:02 Olympic Journey and Inspirations 03:15 Pre-Competition Rituals and Superstitions 05:37 Memories and Reflections on Medals 07:16 Family and Skating Legacy 11:50 Early Skating Days and Inspirations 13:58 Transition to Pairs Skating 16:14 Training and Competing at Elite Levels 17:08 Olympic Experiences and Turning Points 20:52 2014 Sochi Olympics and Lessons Learned 23:11 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics and Achievements 36:57 Torch or Tin: Fun Segment 38:56 Battle of the Blades Experience 43:32 Staying Injury-Free as an Athlete 46:19 Raising the Next Generation of Skaters 49:25 The Evolution of Figure Skating 52:57 Traveling and Competing with Kids 58:28 The Future of Skating Competitions 01:13:16 Building a Skating Community 01:14:57 Final Thoughts and Goodbyes
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    1 hr and 11 mins
  • Good as Gold: Trailer

    Good as Gold: Trailer
    Aug 25 2025

    Olympic champion Sarah Hughes introduces Good as Gold, a new podcast featuring intimate conversations with Olympic gold medalists. In this trailer, Sarah shares her own journey behind the medal — from the early mornings and heartbreaks to life after the podium — and sets the stage for stories that go far beyond the headlines.

    Each episode will reveal the grit, setbacks, triumphs, and surprising paths of the world's greatest champions. Whether you're a lifelong Olympic fan or someone chasing a dream of your own, this is your invitation to go beyond the podium and discover the truth behind the gold.

    "Behind every gold medal is a story worth telling."
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    4 mins
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