Barry Svrluga, a Post sports columnist, and Léon Marchand, a rising star swimmer from France, dive into the drama surrounding the 2024 Olympics. They discuss the unique dynamics of Olympic coaches, especially in swimming, and how these influence athlete performance. The conversation highlights the complexities of national allegiance as NCAA coaches work internationally. They also share touching perspectives on the emotional experience of parents supporting their children at the Olympics, all amid the vibrant atmosphere of Paris.

The Washington Post’s Ava Wallace recaps a big day for American gymnasts and women’s rugby, and what to watch out for yet today. Plus: How social-media stars like Ilona Maher, the US women's rugby player, are creating viral moments online.Subscribe to Ava’s newsletter here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.Today’s show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Joe Tone.

For years, the United States and Australia have duked it out for dominance in the Olympic swimming pool. Now, with U.S. legend Michael Phelps retired and Katie Ledecky slipping in some races, it might be Australia’s turn at the top of the podium.The Washington Post’s Ava Wallace speaks with Post reporters Dave Sheinin and Rick Maese about the newest stars in the pool this year and which races not to miss. Plus, a first-time U.S. Olympian on the men's 3x3 team, Kareem Maddox, tells his story about what it took to get to Paris. Subscribe to Ava’s newsletter here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.Today’s show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Joe Tone.

The U.S. men’s basketball team has won 16 of the 20 Olympics tournaments in history. They are one of greatest team dynasties at the Summer Games. But the rest of the world might be catching up.The Washington Post’s Ava Wallace speaks with Post NBA reporter Ben Golliver about the team’s quest for redemption after their embarrassing defeat at the FIBA World Cup last year.Subscribe to Ava’s newsletter here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.Today’s show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Allison Michaels and Joe Tone. Thanks to Jerry Brewer.

As the Paris Olympics get underway, everyone's watching to see what world records get broken this cycle. But what happens if some records are actually unbreakable?The Washington Post’s Ava Wallace talks with sports reporters Adam Kilgore and Emily Giambalvo about what their months-long analysis of world records says about the limits of human potential, and what that might mean for the future of sports.Subscribe to Ava’s newsletter here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.Today’s show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Joe Tone.

Paris’s audacious plan for the Opening Ceremonies had the city and organizers on edge. But despite the rain, the show went on. From Céline Dion on the Eiffel Tower to Flavor Flav at Team USA House, The Washington Post’s Ava Wallace gives you the rundown of the biggest moments from yesterday’s performances, and what events to follow today.Subscribe to Ava’s newsletter here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.Today’s show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Joe Tone.

Ava Wallace, an Olympic reporter for The Washington Post, is joined by foreign correspondents Claire Parker and Rick Noack. They dive into the profound impact of the upcoming Summer Olympics on Paris, highlighting the struggles of unhoused families amid city beautification efforts. The trio discusses the social costs, geopolitical tensions affecting security measures, and the reactions of local residents to the surreal experience of an unusually empty Paris. Their insights reveal the complex interplay of sports, society, and politics in the City of Light.

The Washington Post's soccer reporter Ava Wallace and colleague talk about the new coach and missing star players in US women's soccer at the Olympics. They discuss how a new generation of players can reshape the team and compete for a medal.

There are a lot of questions heading into the Summer Olympics: Is Paris prepared to host the Games? Who are the star athletes this year? What exactly is a “horsey passport”?The Washington Post’s Ava Wallace speaks with Post sports columnist Jerry Brewer and sports feature writer Rick Maese about those questions and more in the first episode of The Sports Moment.Subscribe to Ava’s newsletter here. Subscribe to The Washington Post here.Today’s show was produced and mixed by Ted Muldoon. It was edited by Joe Tone, Allison Michaels and Renita Jablonski.

Ava Wallace, sports reporter at The Washington Post, is heading to France to report on the Summer Games — and eat a lot of croissants. Join her starting July 24, continuing through the entire run of the games, for several episodes a week as she captures the highs, the lows and the Paris of it all, along with other Post colleagues.Sign up for The Sports Moment: Olympics Edition newsletter here.