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Erik Rune Sandøy
Norwegian ski-jumping insider and former competitor who provides on-the-ground perspective and historical context about ski jumping and Norway's relationship to the sport in the episode.
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Jan 20, 2026
• 44min
Battle of the Bulge: We Expose a Crotch Conspiracy Rocking the Olympics
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Matthew Futterman, an investigative sports reporter at The Athletic, and Erik Rune Sandøy, a former ski-jumping competitor, delve into a shocking equipment scandal rocking Olympic ski jumping. They discuss how tiny advantages in suit design can lead to massive performance gains. Erik shares insights on Norway's cultural connection to the sport and the national shame faced during the scandal's exposure. The hosts reveal behind-the-scenes footage showing suit alterations and explore the ethical ramifications, drawing parallels to infamous sports controversies like Deflategate.
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