NBCUniversal and iHeartMedia are joining forces once again to deliver comprehensive audio coverage of the upcoming Milan Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games, set for February 6-22, 2026. The partnership will feature 24/7 play-by-play coverage, original podcasts, and Olympic-themed content from some of iHeart’s top shows.
“Coming off the tremendous success we had in Paris. We’re excited to renew this partnership with iHeartMedia and provide fans with the best Olympic audio content,” said Aileen Sokol, VP of Content Partnership Development at NBC Sports. “From podcasts featuring stars Bowen Yang and Matt Rogers. To daily coverage of all our linear programming. This partnership allows iHeart’s extensive audio audience to hear NBCU’s Olympic coverage away from their televisions and screens.”
iHeartRadio will provide continuous play-by-play coverage across its audio channels. Giving fans access to every gold-medal finish and key moment from the Games. Coverage will highlight Team USA’s top events, including figure skating, speed skating, skiing, snowboarding, and ice hockey.
Michael Biondo is iHeartMedia’s President of Business Development and Strategic Partnerships. He emphasized the network’s commitment to connecting audiences with the athletes and stories of the Olympics.
“We’re eager to build upon our relationship with NBCUniversal and once again deliver premium audio coverage of the Olympic Games. This time focusing on the awe-inspiring athletes and incredible stories set to come from the 2026 Olympic Winter Games,” Biondo said.
Podcasts will play a central role in the partnership. Bowen Yang of Saturday Night Live and actor-comedian Matt Rogers will return to host a new season of Two Guys, Five Rings: Matt, Bowen & The Olympics, debuting weekly episodes in January ahead of the Opening Ceremony.
Additionally, iHeartPodcasts will produce Olympic-themed episodes for popular shows. These include Stuff You Missed in History Class, Ridiculous History, Dudes on Dudes with Gronk and Jules, and Malcolm Gladwell’s Revisionist History.
The 2026 Winter Games will take place across northern Italy, from Milan to Cortina, with events spread across multiple venues. This marks the second time Cortina has hosted the Winter Olympics. The first being in 1956, and the fourth time Italy has held an Olympic Games. Including the 1960 Rome Olympics and the 2006 Torino Winter Games.
Barrett Media produces daily content on the music, news, and sports media industries. To stay updated, sign up for our newsletters and get the latest information delivered straight to your inbox.
