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We’re back!

For the first time since the Paris 2024 Summer Games, Gold Medal Dispatch is reopening the inbox. This is our limited-run Olympic digest leading up to the 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina.

As we prepare for our third Olympics, we want to bring you closer to the heart of the action and the athletes behind the headlines.

From now through the Paralympics Closing Ceremony, this newsletter will pop up when there’s something worth your time: big moments, smart context, and stories you won’t get from box scores alone.

And yes — we’ll be boots on the ground in Italy, covering women’s and men’s ice hockey live from Milano Cortina.

In today’s Newsletter:

Olympic coverage shouldn’t feel overwhelming — or shallow. Gold Medal Dispatch is small by design, intentional by choice, and built for people who genuinely care.

Here’s a preview of what you’ll see in your inbox:

🏒 Olympic Hockey
Expect comprehensive coverage of the women’s and men’s Olympic tournaments! We also plan to educate ice hockey fans about the global pro leagues and the Sled Hockey tournament along the way.

⭐ Women & Black Athletes to know
At the 2022 Beijing Games, less than 3% of all Olympians were Black. While our day-to-day coverage will focus on ice hockey, here at the Gold Medal Dispatch, we will also curate compelling stories beyond the rink!

Breakouts, veterans chasing one last run, and stars casual fans haven’t met yet. We will be keeping you in the know of the most compelling stories

📍 Milano Cortina, up close
Venues, vibes, and what it’s actually like on the ground during an Olympic tournament. Think Olympic Village insight, Taste of Italy Tours, Oin Trading culture, and more!

We’ll interview athletes, arena volunteers, and fans to help bring you with us to the Games.

🥇 Gold Medal Dispatch Specials
We’ll keep you up-to-date on significant moments, medal counts, and impactful storylines from the slopes to the rink.

Do you have a burning ice hockey question? Let us know what you want to read more about, and we’ll do our best to reply.

What’s next:

Starting next week, we will post at least one free digest (on Tuesdays) and one premium digest (on Thursdays) every week until the end of the Paralympics. Our goal is to make the Winter Games as accessible as possible.

But for those wanting more in-depth coverage, we’ve got you covered. Keep reading to learn how you can claim your part of Black Rosie Media history!

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Subscribers get intimate interviews, cultural insight, and on-the-record perspectives from the people who live the Olympics from every angle.

Beyond the Podium delivers access you won’t find in headlines or highlight reels. Subscribers get intimate interviews, cultural insight, and on-the-record perspectives from the people who live the Olympics from every angle.

This is deeper storytelling, sharper context, and real voices—straight from inside the Games. Unlock more than stories—unlock a collectible!

Premium subscribers will have access to:

When you sign up for the Black Rosie Media Premium Newsletter, you’re not just getting exclusive insights, behind-the-scenes access, and bold storytelling delivered straight to your inbox.

Select tiers will receive a limited-edition Black Rosie Media Milano Cortina pin, designed by acclaimed artist Jo Dabney, with their one-time subscription.

This pin won’t be reissued. The access won’t be public. And the stories? They’re only for those who step inside.

Note: Any subscriptions purchased after January 30th may receive their pin after the 2026 Winter Games.

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