David Boyle
David Boyle
6 Years 277 days - Aussie Gold
6 Years 277 days - Aussie Gold
6 Years 277 days - Aussie Gold
Sunday 15th February 2026
Comedian David Boyle hilariously dissects Australia's unexpected Winter Olympics success and the journey of Erin Jackson.
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Episode Overview
- Australia's surprising success at the Winter Olympics.
- David Boyle's humorous take on the medal count.
- Erin Jackson's rapid rise to Olympic champion.
- Cultural and environmental barriers in sports.
- The importance of determination and talent.
"We walk around in thongs for like 98% of the year, and 98% of our territory is pure desert."
How can a nation without snow manage to outshine Canada in the Winter Olympics? In this lively episode of 'I'm Quitting Alcohol', comedian David Boyle celebrates Australia's surprising success in the winter games. With his signature humour, Boyle marvels at Australia's three gold medals despite the country's sunny, snowless landscape. He can't help but poke fun at Canada, a nation synonymous with snow, yet trailing behind in the medal count.
As Boyle reflects on this unexpected triumph, he also shares a newfound appreciation for winter sports, thanks to his experiences in snowy environments. He recounts the remarkable journey of Erin Jackson, the first black American woman to win a gold medal in an individual winter sport, highlighting how her rapid rise to Olympic champion status challenges traditional narratives. Through his comedic lens, Boyle explores how cultural and environmental barriers can be shattered by sheer determination and talent.
So, what does this mean for other athletes and countries? Tune in to find out how Australia's winter athletes continue to defy expectations and what it takes to succeed against the odds.