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EPISODE · May 26, 2026 · 22 MIN

What went wrong for the Enhanced Games?

from The Daily Aus · host The Daily Aus

The Enhanced Games, described by some as the Steroid Olympics, promised to shatter world records and redefine sport. Instead, a clean swimmer beat doped athletes, and Australia's biggest name finished last. Today we’ll recap how we got here, and break down what actually happened at this week’s inaugural games in Vegas. Sign up to the TDA Culture newsletter here. Hosts: Emma Gillespie and Billi FitzSimonsProducer: Rosa Bowden Today's podcast was sponsored by YWCA, to learn more please visit: ywca.org.au/membership Want to support The Daily Aus? That's so kind! The best way to do that is to click ‘follow’ on Spotify or Apple and to leave us a five-star review. We would be so grateful. The Daily Aus is a media company focused on delivering accessible and digestible news to young people. We are completely independent. Want more from TDA?Subscribe to The Daily Aus newsletterSubscribe to The Daily Aus’ YouTube ChannelSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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The Enhanced Games, described by some as the Steroid Olympics, promised to shatter world records and redefine sport. Instead, a clean swimmer beat doped athletes, and Australia's biggest name finished last. Today we’ll recap how we got here, and...

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