Ruth Sherlock
NPR international correspondent reporting from Cortina about environmental impacts and sustainability concerns related to the Winter Games.
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Feb 16, 2026 • 23min
Cheating in the most-polite sport, curling and what is "sledhead?"
Emily Kwong, science communicator explaining sled head and brain risks in sliding sports. Ruth Sherlock, international reporter on environmental and construction controversies in Cortina. Ping Huang, on-the-ground reporter covering curling rules, the hog line scandal, and speed skating highlights. They discuss curling’s controversial call, sustainability concerns around venues, and the science of high-speed sliding injuries.
Feb 6, 2026 • 7min
What is the environmental impact of the Winter Olympics?
Ruth Sherlock, an NPR foreign correspondent who reports from the field, walks Cortina d'Ampezzo and probes the Winter Olympics' local footprint. She describes bare Dolomite peaks and heavy reliance on artificial snow. She details massive water extraction, widespread construction and ancient trees felled for venues. She highlights concerns over missing environmental studies and lasting harm to mountain communities.
