Motoko Rich
Veteran New York Times reporter covering international and feature stories; in this episode she provides on-the-ground reporting about the unfinished Olympic ice rink in Milan ahead of the Winter Games.
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Feb 15, 2026 • 43min
Boos, Rivalries and Records: Inside the 2026 Olympics
Juliet Macur, NYT sports reporter who profiles athletes. Shawna Richer, NYT hockey editor with deep Canada–U.S. rivalry knowledge. Motoko Rich, NYT Rome bureau chief and foreign correspondent on geopolitics. They discuss crowd boos and diplomatic backdrops, when politics shows up in competition, the heated Canada–U.S. hockey rivalry, and standout athlete stories and comebacks.
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Jan 20, 2026 • 9min
One Year in Trump’s America, and the Fed’s Big Moment at the Supreme Court
Motoko Rich, a veteran New York Times reporter, shares her insights on the race against time to complete an Olympic ice rink in Milan before the upcoming Winter Games. She vividly describes the bustling construction site, capturing the urgency and challenges faced by workers. Rich also discusses the broader implications of Trump's policies across the States, providing a unique perspective on how they shape America on a local level. This engaging conversation highlights the intersection of sports, politics, and international relations.
