EPISODE · May 20, 2026 · 18 MIN
The Miracle on Ice Was Just the Beginning
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Everyone knows the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team beat the Soviets. But the real story isn't that stunning upset—it's what happened 48 hours later when a group of college kids had to face Finland with the weight of an entire nation watching, knowing that without another miracle, Lake Placid would become their greatest regret. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Everyone knows the 1980 U.S. Olympic hockey team beat the Soviets. But the real story isn't that stunning upset—it's what happened 48 hours later when a group of college kids had to face Finland with the weight of an entire nation watching, knowing that without another miracle, Lake Placid would become their greatest regret.
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