We are three months away from the opening of the Milano Cortina 2026 Olympics. Three months! Even though the Olympics are going to be the biggest ticket in 2026, what’s the real question on our minds? We want to know if you’re a Milano, or are you a Cortina?
Whether you dream of gliding on the ice in the fashion capital or carving up the slopes in the majestic Dolomites, the Milano Cortina 2026 Games are going to be epic. Your favorite fan podcast, Keep the Flame Alive, is ready to bring you the most real, most fun coverage possible of the Olympics and Paralympics, straight from Italy!
We’re busy planning coverage that’s on the ground, in the snow, on the ice, delivering the daily dose of Olympic and Paralympic spirit you crave. We’ll be at different events, interview athletes from the mixed zone, check out hospitality houses, and explore Italian culture. Listening to Keep the Flame Alive during the Games is the closest you can get to Italy while sitting on your couch at home (and you won’t have to wear multiple layers of clothing to enjoy it)!
Our Mission: 32 Days of Olympic Coverage
For the duration of the Milano Cortina Games, we’re committed to producing 32 daily shows, capturing every moment of excitement, every unexpected story, and every golden memory. But bringing the podcast to Italy and maintaining that level of daily coverage is a massive undertaking, and it comes with real costs.
That’s where you and the incredible citizens of TKFLASTAN come in! We need your support to make this project a reality and ensure our flame stays lit all the way through 2026.
Choose Your Side: Are You Milano or Cortina?
To make this journey fun, we’re challenging you to declare your allegiance! These Games will be the first regional Games in Olympic history, spread out across Northern Italy, between the vibrant city of Milano, and the stunning mountain town of Cortina d’Ampezzo. Of course, those two metros have distinctly different personalities, bringing two sides of life to the Games.
When you pledge your support, tell us which side of the Games you stand on:
| You’re a Milano if… | You’re a Cortina if… |
| You love the ice (your favorite winter sport is skating). | You love the snow (your favorite winter sport is skiing). |
| You’re a city person who loves hanging around the Duomo. | You recharge in the mountains at the Cinque Torri in the Dolomites. |
| You dine on ossobucco and risotto milanese. | You love casunziei (beet ravioli) and tirtl (jam pastry). |
| You look great in a double-breasted suit. | You rock a classic cashmere sweater and pearls. |
Amazing Pledge Rewards
Every single donation brings us closer to Milano Cortina 2026, and we’ve got some fantastic rewards to say thank you for keeping the flame alive:
- $10 – Website Thank You! Your name is immortalized on our list of Awesome Supporters.
- $26 – Show Shout Out! We’ll give you a shout-out on one of our daily episodes from Milano Cortina.
- $50 – Postcard from Italy! Not only do you get a shout out, but we’ll mail you a physical postcard straight from Italy. Choose a Milano postcard or a Cortina postcard!
- $126 – Become a Daily Mascot! (Only 32 available!) Sponsor one of our 32 daily shows.
- $500 – Sponsor a Host Mascot! (Only 2 available!) Sponsor a mascot for Jill or for Alison for the entire trip!
- $2026 – The Ultimate VIP Experience! This top-tier pledge gets you a one-on-one video call while we’re there, access to our exclusive Games-time WhatsApp group, and the chance to pick a story or athlete for us to cover!
Ready to join the mission? Ready to declare your allegiance? Donate Now and Choose Your Side!
Pledge your support, pick your side, and help us deliver the Olympic coverage you deserve from Milano Cortina 2026!
Thank you for being the best community in the world! We can’t wait to bring you the Games from Italy!