In this episode of Good as Gold, host Sarah Hughes, Olympic champion in figure skating, talks with Meagan Duhamel, a Canadian figure skating legend. Meagan shares insight into her illustrious career, including her superstitions, the heartbreak of the Sochi Olympics, and her redemption in Pyeongchang. She discusses balancing motherhood and coaching, staying injury-free, and her thoughts on pair skating's technical demands. The conversation also touches on Meagan's experiences with reality TV, her views on the evolution of figure skating, and the importance of adaptability in both sports and life. With candid stories of resilience, perseverance, and both professional and personal growth, this episode offers an in-depth look at the journey behind achieving Olympic dreams.     00:00 Thrown for a Loop - Meagan Duhamel 00:51 Introduction and Greetings 01:02 Olympic Journey and Inspirations 03:15 Pre-Competition Rituals and Superstitions 05:37 Memories and Reflections on Medals 07:16 Family and Skating Legacy 11:50 Early Skating Days and Inspirations 13:58 Transition to Pairs Skating 16:14 Training and Competing at Elite Levels 17:08 Olympic Experiences and Turning Points 20:52 2014 Sochi Olympics and Lessons Learned 23:11 2018 Pyeongchang Olympics and Achievements 36:57 Torch or Tin: Fun Segment 38:56 Battle of the Blades Experience 43:32 Staying Injury-Free as an Athlete 46:19 Raising the Next Generation of Skaters 49:25 The Evolution of Figure Skating 52:57 Traveling and Competing with Kids 58:28 The Future of Skating Competitions 01:13:16 Building a Skating Community 01:14:57 Final Thoughts and Goodbyes

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