The Tony Kornheiser Show “What happened at the Publix?”
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Feb 11, 2026 
Barry Svrluga, Washington Post sports columnist reporting from Italy on the Olympics. Brian Windhorst, ESPN NBA reporter known for deep league coverage. They discuss Olympic highlights and behind-the-scenes TV coverage. They dig into the Pistons–Hornets brawl, NBA discipline and tanking mechanics. They also talk about Jayson Tatum’s recovery timeline and elite skiing and skating storylines.
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Ice Cream, Candy, And The Darkest Chocolate
- Tony describes receiving a big box of Jenny's ice cream and Kinder Bueno candy and devouring the darkest chocolate flavor himself.
- He praises Jenny's house coffee and thanks them for the shipment, noting the kids' reactions and specific flavors they liked.
Toothpaste Choice Goes Wrong
- Tony tells a story about going to Publix to buy toothpaste and choosing a larger, cheaper Crest tube over a small pricey tube.
- He discovers later it's a cool mint gel and admits he doesn't like it but will use it because he bought it.
Post-Flight Ear Blockage
- Tony recounts losing hearing in his right ear after a flight from Florida and trying home remedies like popping ears and steam rooms.
- He says it's partially better after 11 days but still blocked and expects listener suggestions by email.