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The Future of Figure Skating

Anna Kellar
Figure Skating
ISU
Mental Health
Coaching
Eating Disorders
Creativity In Sports
Pairs Skating
International Skating Union
Olympics
AI Integration In Skating
Olympic Games
Matteo Rizzo
Ice Dance
Injury Prevention
Transgender Inclusion
World Championships
Doping
Safeguarding
Mental Health Awareness
Ice Academy Of Montreal

The Future of Figure Skating breaks down the issues facing the sport and interviews the change-makers and visionaries who are making the skating world a healthier and more inclusive place.

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Colin Smith is the Director-General of the International Skating Union. He joined me to talk about the ISU’s approach to safeguarding and athlete welfare. As I’ve talked about on this podcast many times, the physical, sexual and emotional abuse of at... more

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Magdalena Tascher is the president of the Polish Figure Skating federation, and also commentates for Eurosport. You might have seen her in Team Poland’s box during the Olympics waving a pierogi plushie! In this conversation, we got into the challenge... more

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Philip Hersh spent 28 years as Olympic sports writer for the Chicago Tribune and has gone on to write about the Olympics and figure skating for Ice Network and NBC Olympics. He has covered 21 Olympics, 13 winter and 8 summer, as well as 38 US figure ... more

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K Eri Lee is a Ph.D. student in Feminist Studies with a focus on elite, national-team sport and the Asian diaspora. They are also a figure skating coach and former US national team synchronized skater with the Haydenettes. You might also know Eri thr... more

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Recent Guests

Colin Smith
Director General of the International Skating Union
International Skating Union
Episode: ISU Director General Colin Smith on Safeguarding and Athlete Welfare
Magdalena Tascher
President of the Polish Figure Skating Federation; Eurosport commentator
Polish Figure Skating Federation; Eurosport
Episode: Magdalena Tascher: Growing Skating in Poland
Philip Hersh
Former Olympic sports writer for the Chicago Tribune, covering Olympics and figure skating
Episode: Philip Hersh: Can rule changes make skating popular again?
Eri Lee
Ph.D. student in Feminist Studies; figure skating coach; former Haydenettes synchronized skating member
Haydenettes; Minnesota/Northeastern University context discussed
Episode: Eri Lee: Scholarship, Coaching and "Liberating Skating"
Sabrina Snoad
Co-host of the Synchro Skaters Club podcast
Episode: Sabrina Snoad & The Future of Synchro
Jae Youl Kim
ISU President
International Skating Union (ISU)
Episode: ISU President Jae Youl Kim
Tatsuro Matsumura
ISU Council member since 2018; former competitive ice dancer and coach
Japanese Skating Federation; Japanese Olympic Committee
Episode: ISU Candidates 2026 - Tatsuro Matsumura
Jimmy Stryhn Meyer
Candidate for ISU Council; president of the Luxembourg Figure Skating Federation
Luxembourg Figure Skating Federation
Episode: ISU Candidates 2026 - Jimmy Stryhn Meyer
Oleksandr Volkov
Board member, Ukrainian Figure Skating Federation; lawyer specializing in cross-border litigation, international arbitration, and sports law
Ukrainian Figure Skating Federation
Episode: ISU Candidates 2026 - Oleksandr Volkov

Host

Anna Keller
Host focusing on governance discussions and interviews with ISU leadership and stakeholders

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Inspirational!!! ❤️ ❤️ ❤️

    This is so inspirational. I am a figure skater out at the pre-pre-level and I love it so much love to hear from famous people and figure skaters who know so much.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Oaka lover
    United States8 months ago
  • Must listen too

    Learn so much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🐊❤️🐊
    United States2 years ago
  • The Best!

    If you are looking for real discussion about the major issues in figure skating—this is the best choice! No gossip here, just actual conversations about real issues from people involved in figure skating. Anna has an excellent interview style and they are well- prepared for each guest—they actually listened to the whole ISU Congress! Can’t wait to see who is interviewed next!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    BestSummahEvah
    United States4 years ago

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Listeners praise the show for real discussions about major issues in figure skating and strong interview preparation.
Guests are described as credible and well-prepared, with host listening to sources like ISU Congress.
The show is valued for moving beyond gossip to substantive governance and industry insights.

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#86
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#194
Italy/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#6
Norway/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#28
Finland/Arts/Performing Arts
Apple Podcasts
#57
Norway/Arts
Apple Podcasts
#133
Poland/Arts/Performing Arts

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ISU Director General Colin Smith on Safeguarding and Athlete Welfare
Q: What about online abuse and mental health support for athletes?
Online abuse is addressed through monitoring tools that allow athletes to manage or remove abusive messages, while CalmZones provide spaces for mental health support. The ISU is expanding these initiatives and standardizing their implementation across events to ensure consistent, accessible resources for athletes.
ISU Director General Colin Smith on Safeguarding and Athlete Welfare
Q: How does the ISU handle confidentiality and encourage reporting from athletes and staff?
Confidentiality is a core pillar. The integrity unit is independent of day-to-day ISU operations, funded by the ISU but operating autonomously. Athletes can report without fear, knowing their information will be kept confidential and handled by professionals, which builds trust and willingness to come forward.
ISU Director General Colin Smith on Safeguarding and Athlete Welfare
Q: What prompted the ISU to create the independent skating integrity unit and how does it operate today?
The new constitution provided a governance layer that consolidated anti-doping, safeguarding, and integrity matters into a single, independent unit. It handles complaints through a confidential reporting platform, determines whether cases are criminal or disciplinary, and refers matters accordingly to authorities or the disciplinary committee, ensuring professional handling and protection for those who come forward.
Magdalena Tascher: Growing Skating in Poland
Q: What do you hope for the future of figure skating?
A sport associated with joy and mental health, with more people in smaller federations actively driving positive change and ensuring opportunities for skaters at all levels, not just the elite few.
Magdalena Tascher: Growing Skating in Poland
Q: What are your thoughts on ISU proposals and the direction of the sport's changes?
There is a need for clearer public understanding of scoring and formats; changes should solve real problems, enable fair judging, and help the sport reach a broader audience, especially younger viewers, without losing the essence of skating.

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What is The Future of Figure Skating about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on governance, policy, and the broader evolution of figure skating, often featuring ISU leadership, national federation administrators, coaches, and athletes who push for transparency, athlete welfare, safeguarding, and inclusive practices. Episodes frequently explore topics like Vision 2030, AI-assisted judging, rule-change processes, development funding, and the balance between commercial interests and sport integrity, with guests offering insider perspectives on governance, global strategy, and fan engagement. It stands out for deep-dive conversations that connect decision-making with on-ice realities, and for prioritizing clarity, accountability, and meaningful participation for athletes and federations alike. Potentia... more

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1. Colin Smith
2. Magdalena Tascher
3. Philip Hersh
4. Eri Lee
5. Sabrina Snoad
6. Jae Youl Kim
7. Tatsuro Matsumura
8. Jimmy Stryhn Meyer

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