Last Night's Game

We're here to take the awkwardness out of the conversation and help you join the sports conversation, even if you don't know the first thing about sports. We break down what's happening in sports in an easy-to-understand, fun way without all of the statistics and jargon, so you never have to exit stage left when the chatter at the office, dinner table or networking event switches to sports. Keep up with us between podcasts at www.lastnightsgame.com or on all your favorite social media platforms.

If Sports Feel Intimidating, Listen To This Before Memorial Day Weekend 05/19/2026

Tennis 101: What Everyone Gets Wrong About The Sport (And How It Actually Works) 05/12/2026

Why The WNBA Is Exploding: Caitlin Clark, Paige Bueckers + Big Money 05/05/2026

If You’re Going To A Kentucky Derby Party, Listen To This First 04/28/2026

The NFL Draft Is Like Coachella Now. Here’s How to Talk About It 04/21/2026

If You’ve Ever Felt Clueless About Sports Betting, This Is For You 04/14/2026

The Masters 101: What To Say This Week, Garden Gnomes, + Golf Terms Made Simple 04/07/2026

Celebrities Who Could’ve Gone Pro (And Still Could) 03/31/2026

Baseball Is Back: The Storylines You Need to Know Before Opening Day 03/24/2026

March Madness Explained: How To Pick Brackets, Cinderella Teams, + Birds vs Cats 03/17/2026

Olympians Have Wild Day Jobs (Dentists, Realtors + Birthday Clowns) 03/10/2026

Olympians Have Wild Day Jobs (Dentists, Realtors + Birthday Clowns) Ever wondered how Olympic athletes actually make money? When we watch the Olympics, it looks like every athlete is a full-time professional competitor. But the truth is far different, especially for Team USA athletes. In this episode of the Last Night’s Game podcast, Amy and Scott pull back the curtain on the real lives of Olympic and Paralympic athletes and the surprising careers many of them balance while training for the biggest stage in sports. From realtors and dentists to baristas, engineers, and even birthday party clowns, many Olympians work regular jobs to fund their Olympic dreams. You’ll learn: • Why the United States doesn’t fund Olympic athletes the way many countries do  • How much Team USA medal winners actually earn for gold, silver, and bronze medals  • Why Olympic athletes often spend $12,000+ a year just to compete  • The surprising day jobs of Olympic athletes and Paralympians  • The historic $100M donation that could change the financial future of Team USA athletes  • The behind-the-scenes sacrifices athletes make between Olympic Games Along the way, Amy and Scott share some of the most fascinating stories from the Olympic world, including: • A U.S. Olympic curler who works as a realtor  • A Team USA dentist who competes internationally  • An ER doctor in Miami training for cross-country skiing  • An Olympian working as a barista in her family’s coffee shop • And a boxer who once worked as a birthday party clown. If you love Olympic stories, inspiring athletes, or behind-the-scenes sports insights, this episode will give you a whole new perspective on the dedication it takes to compete for your country. Because behind every Olympic medal is a story of grit, sacrifice, and often…a second job. Other episodes you might enjoy: Follow us on social between episodes: /episode/index/show/441ee345-67bb-4222-94ef-4022011e8240/id/40358580