The Bits

From her time covering events at the 2026 Olympic games, to her home terf in Ottawa with the NHL and PWHL. We catch up with Claire Hanna on some of the most interesting moments from Milan, Ottawa Charge relocation rumours, and more.

The laugh heard around the world… We break down the leaked locker room video following the USA men’s gold medal victory, including the responses from Jack Hughes, his mom Ellen Weinberg Hughes, and FBI Director (and part-time frat boy) Kash Patel. Plus, some internet sleuthing suggests that Lauren Kyle is on the right side of history.

This week on The Bits, Quinn and Paulina cover everything from sports scandals to condom trucks, and a lot in between. They break down the latest curling cheating controversy involving Marc Kennedy and unpack how social media can quickly turn on athletes and their families. Then, in true Bits fashion, we have major vibe shift — Quinn and Paulina debate the hottest athletes at the Olympics and react to the headline-making 10,000 condoms delivered to the Olympic Village. It’s equal parts sports drama, internet chaos, and silly goosery.

The ladies break down a Super Bowl, including the Bad Bunny halftime show and what that says about the NFL right now. They then unpack Lindsey Vonn’s Olympic crash and the broader questions it raises about athlete identity, safety, and armchair "experts". From there, the conversation turns to “InflateGate” in ski jumping and the absurd lengths athletes will go for a competitive edge, before closing on Team Canada’s Olympic experience, particularly involving Hockey Canada — from the accommodations fuss to the polarizing jersey designs.

American TikTok creator Katie (@badwitch1126) joins The Bits this week after her recent post went viral on social media — Katie is ready to be adopted into the Canadian Olympics fandom. She tells us why, and Paulina and Claire let her know what to expect as an honorary Canadian, in addition to providing some important Canadian Olympics lore.

This week, Paulina, Claire, and QP dive further into the cultural phenomenon of "Heated Rivalry," exploring its impact on audiences worldwide, with unlikely public figures in the hockey world weighing in. Plus, are queer women getting their own Heated Rivalry? The Bits discuss the new show, "Slow Pitch", coming to Crave and whether we foresee the same success.

In this episode of "The Bits," Quinn, Claire, and Paulina dive into their bold predictions for 2026, covering everything from NHL to Olympics and World Cup. They explore the future of sports, including the potential for AI in decision-making and the rise of unexpected fan favourites.

In this episode, the Bits welcome Paige Martin, the in-game host and reporter for Oilers TV, who shares her journey in hockey media, emphasizing the importance of female representation and the challenges faced by women in sports broadcasting. She discusses the behind-the-scenes work at Oilers TV, the impact of the recent trades, and the culture of Oilers fans. Later, the Bits get into the newest hot show (emphasis on the "hot), 'Heated Rivalry,' its cultural impact, and the ongoing discussions around LGBTQ+ representation in sports.

EMERGENCY episode drop of The Bits to discuss the Stuart Skinner trade. What does this mean? How do we feel? And all about our new Goalie, Tristan Jarry.

In this episode, we discuss the recent two-year ban of Canadian swimmer Penny Oleksiak due to administrative failures, highlighting the complexities of anti-doping regulations. Then, is there a new "Special Boy" on the rise? Why you should root for Oiler Matthew Savoie. The conversation shifts to the ever-controversial Tkachuk brothers' recent comments targeting girls and nicknames. Finally, we touch on the World Cup draw and Canada's prospects in the upcoming tournament.