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The Cutting Edge: A Figure Skating Podcast

Kim Dunaway
Figure Skating
Ice Dance
Olympics
Pairs Skating
Grand Prix Final
Amber Glenn
Kaori Sakamoto
World Championships
Skate Canada
Four Continents
Ilya Malinin
Alyssa Liu
Skate America
Grand Prix
Piper Gillis
Paul Poirier
Cup Of China
2024 World Championships
Evan Bates
2024 World Figure Skating Championships

Figure Skating podcast for competition recaps. Hosted by Figure skating superfan Kim Dunaway. Coverage of all four disciplines with a special love for ice dance and pair skating.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes230Founded6 years ago
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Latest Episodes

In this episode, Kim interviews Maura Sullivan Hill about her book 'Legends of Women's Figure Skating.' They discuss the criteria for selecting skating legends, the evolution of the sport, iconic performances, and the importance of diversity and long... more

In this episode, Kim discusses the new partnership of Marjorie Lajoie & Jean Luc Baker plus some additional updates during this busy pairs offseason.

In this episode, Kim provides her thoughts on the recent upheavals in figure skating pairs, including retirements, splits, and new partnerships, with insights into the implications for the upcoming season.

In this episode, Kim completes her season's best list with her top women's figure skating programs of the 2025-26 season. Kim recounts the season's trends, notable skaters, and memorable moments that defined the women's discipline.

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Recent Guests

Maura Sullivan Hill
Author of Legends of Women's Figure Skating
Abbeville Press (publisher)
Episode: Legends of Women's Figure Skating w/Maura Sullivan Hill
Layne Fargo
Author of "The Favorites" and other novels
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Episode: The Favorites with Layne Fargo
Nicole Bobek
Four-time medalist at US Nationals, 1995 US Champion, 1995 World Bronze Medalist, 1998 Olympian
Episode: Nicole Bobek Interview

Host

Kim Dunaway
Host of The Cutting Edge: A Figure Skating Podcast; specializes in in-depth competition coverage and nuanced analysis across disciplines.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 69 ratings
  • ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

    I am a figure skater and I LOVE this podcast. It really goes into the depth and detail of figure skating

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Corra/kat
    United States7 months ago
  • Consistent, kind & funny!

    Love Kim’s skating coverage and also loved the interview with Layne Fargo; as a “Favorites” fan it was a real treat! Thanks for the consistent and entertaining skating coverage, Kim!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LALadayyyy
    United States8 months ago
  • Respectful, thoughtful figure skating coverage

    This podcaster is always the first to upload her figure skating coverage, I enjoy listening to it so much bc it’s always pleasant and fair. Thank you for your dedication and diligence!

    Overall I love it but some critique I have is that the outro music being one whole minute feels way too long. I usually have another show queued up and if I’m away from my phone it’s annoying to listen to the music for what feels like forever.

    Also, please please work on athlete name pronunciation. I’ve hea... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    teddy_bear_tofu
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brings me comfort

    I really enjoy this podcast. Kim is great at giving the facts with a little opinion mixed in. Always self aware, never mean, always something we were all thinking but didn’t say. Figure skating brings me so much comfort and joy and I look forward to reliving the season through Kim’s commentary and breakdowns. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Willamina Jay
    United Statesa year ago
  • Good one to listen to

    Kim does a great job reviewing and explaining the competitions and performances. Her voice is nice to listen to and she sounds genuine. Keep up the good work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    QueenBeeTx
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners appreciate balanced, respectful commentary and timely episodes.
Audiences value the host's passion and reliability in delivering updates and analyses.
Fans praise depth and clarity of coverage, especially on skating strategies and program artistry.

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Legends of Women's Figure Skating w/Maura Sullivan Hill
Q: Why did you decide to write Legends of Women's Figure Skating and how did your background lead you to this project?
Maura explains that she grew up skating, became a coach in Nashville, writes for magazines, and connected with the publisher Abbeville Press to bring a child-focused yet comprehensive legends book to life, using her skating knowledge to curate 28 profiles.
The Favorites with Layne Fargo
Q: How long did it take you to do research for this book?
Fargo discussed her extensive research process, which evolved from initially attempting a straightforward thriller to creating a Gothic romance set in the world of figure skating.
The Favorites with Layne Fargo
Q: What was your inspiration to use figure skating for this novel?
Layne Fargo was inspired by her casual fandom of figure skating and the dynamic of relationships seen in the sport, particularly after witnessing the reaction to Tessa Virtue and Scott Moyer's performances.
Nicole Bobek Interview
Q: How did you start skating to begin with?
I was a very hyper child. My mom said I just didn't stop. I was always doing something and I did ballet, I did gymnastics, I did swimming.
Nicole Bobek Interview
Q: What made you decide to put everything on a paper like this?
I was approached a few years ago and I didn't feel I was mentally prepared to do something like this. I didn't feel ready.

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A highly listener-focused show delivering competition recaps and thoughtful analysis across all figure skating disciplines, with a particular emphasis on ice dance and pairs. Episodes cover major off-season moves, retirements, and new partnerships, paired with season-best rankings, program storytelling, and judging nuances. The host combines clear explanations with insider chatter and practical takeaways for fans, athletes, and industry insiders, often exploring national team implications, training moves, and upcoming events. A notable strength is the host's assertive, well-informed voice and a knack for balancing technical critique with accessible commentary, plus regular audience engagement prompts that keep coverage timely and community-... more

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