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The Rocker Skating Podcast

The Rocker Skating Podcast

The Rocker Skating Podcast 99 Episodes Jun 30, 2026

The Rocker Skating Podcast offers real-time, bite-sized figure skating analysis from three passionate insiders: Jackie Wong, Michelle Ellis, and Tara Nichols. They provide sharp, smart commentary immediately after performances, catering to both superfans and those new to the sport. The podcast focuses on delivering fast takes and deep knowledge without fluff or delay.

Episodes

ISU reinstates Russia and Belarus skaters as neutral athletes Jun 30, 2026 00:04:49 The day before the 2026-27 season officially begins, the ISU released its decision to partially lift the ban on Russia and Belarus on ISU and international competitions. A quick look at what that means for skaters and competitions this season.
Emergency episode: Grand Prix assignments announced! First impressions Jun 16, 2026 00:18:23 The 2026-27 Grand Prix assignments were revealed today, and of course, we've got all kinds of feelings about them! The selection procedures were amended just a bit for this season, so there was a bit of confusion, especially about the seeded skaters. But Jackie brings you all of his first impressions about who's in, who's out, and which events have the most interesting fields!
ISU Congress 2026 and more off-season news! Jun 15, 2026 01:06:01 Jackie is fresh off his trip to the 2026 ISU Congress, the first time that media has been invited to cover it in person. He has a lot to bring back from Congress, including clarifications on a lot of questions that skating fans had (what do you mean two free skates?!), changes coming to the Grand Prix and "Big Worlds," and rule changes in singles and pairs for the upcoming season.Also, J
ISU President Jae Youl Kim: Rocker Skating Podcast interview Jun 11, 2026 00:19:18 "Athletes are the heart and soul of the sport, and we need to recognize the amount of work that the athletes put in." On this episode of The Rocker Skating Podcast, Jackie sits down with International Skating Union President Jae Youl Kim at the 2026 ISU Congress to talk about the changes to prize money and future competitions, how proposed changes are being done and where athlete represe
Emergency off-season news: Marin Honda / Shoma Uno return + other off-season news May 25, 2026 00:52:18 This episode was recorded on May 24, 2026. Things may have changed since then.Michelle and Jackie are back for an emergency off-season news episode. This has been one of the biggest rollercoaster off-seasons we've seen. Kaori Sakamoto got married? Marin Honda and Shoma Uno are coming back as ice dancers? Majorie Lajoie and Zachary Lagha split up? WHAT IS HAPPENING!?
Recap: 2026 World Championships Part 2 (Women, Pairs, Men) Apr 1, 2026 01:04:36 Part 2 of our final event recap of the season wraps up Worlds with Women, Pairs, and Men — and there was a lot to close out the year.Jackie and Michelle break down Kaori’s fourth world title and what it meant to see her finish the season with that skate after everything this Olympic year asked of her. In the Men’s event, they get into Ilia’s bounce-back Worlds after Milan and Yuma delivering the k
Recap: 2026 World Championships Part 1 (Ice Dance) Mar 31, 2026 00:50:17 The final recap of the season is here, and Part 1 dives straight into Ice Dance.Jackie and Michelle break down the podium — what it means for Zingas & Kolesnik, the U.S. breakout team, and why Fournier Beaudry & Cizeron continue to dominate. They unpack the Lewis & Gibson scoring drama, including that “straight arm” deduction that cost them big, and highlight other standouts — includin
Preview: 2026 World Championships Part 2 (Men + Dance) Mar 24, 2026 00:36:23 Jackie and Michele are back to preview the Men’s and Ice Dance events as we head into this very unpredictable post-Olympic Worlds. The fields are set (mostly…), but history says anything can still happen—and honestly, that’s part of the fun. Who are YOUR podium picks?
Preview: 2026 World Championships Part 1 (Pairs + Women) Mar 23, 2026 00:33:46 Jackie and Michelle are back to break down the Pairs and Women at this year’s post-Olympic Worlds. Who’s skating? Who’s out? And what wild moments are in store? One thing’s for sure—whatever unfolds, it’ll be unforgettable, as Jackie’s… very unique memories of past post-Olympic Worlds prove. Pairs and women up first—let’s dive in!
Lia Pereira / Trennt Michaud: Rocker Skating Interview Mar 21, 2026 00:27:34 Canadian pair champions Lia Pereira / Trennt Michaud round out our week of interviews before we head to the 2026 World Figure Skating Championships. They join Jackie Wong to reflect on their past four seasons, from coming in sixth at Worlds in their very first season together to having some dream Olympic performances in Milan.
Caroline Green / Michael Parsons: Rocker Skating Interview Mar 19, 2026 00:27:46 Next up on our pre-World Championships interview extravaganza are 2022 Four Continents champions Caroline Green and Michael Parsons, who join Jackie Wong ahead of their third appearance at Worlds in Prague.We learn so much about their approach to skating and choreography, including the narrative of their free dance this season and how their programs and elements have evolved as the season has gone
News of the Week - 3.9.26-3.15.26 Mar 18, 2026 00:09:38 It's the week before the 2026 World Figure Skating Championships, and not surprisingly, the withdrawals are still rolling in. Jackie is here to talk about who has opted out of Worlds and what the implications are, especially for qualifying Worlds spots for next season.

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