I know a few people who have been Olympic athletes. Neither devoted all their time to it. One was an Ivy rower. One was a middle aged person with their own business and 4 kids - shooting.
I find Tara Lipinski incredibly annoying. Please shut up. Does she get paid by the word? It’s ok to be quiet during the routine and just let the audience enjoy the program and the music.
I switched to CBC for just that reason.
I don’t really like the Tara and Johnny crap either, but Tara’s wedding was gorgeous and I’ll give her a pass because I can mute her voice and just see those wedding pics.
I miss CBC Olympic coverage so much.
Okay, we should discuss the commercials. I’m a fan of the SunTrust commercial where the little girl skates with her teddy bear.
And Nathan Chen… 
According to CNN article, the market took back the extra 13,500 eggs the Norwegians hadn’t meant to order! Obviously google translate isn’t perfect. 
Nathan Chen is a very articulate young man who skates very smoothly and makes it look so effortless, like any pro does. I had never heard of him till you mentioned him. There’s a nice bunch of clips on him on YouTube.
Figure skating can be painful to watch with all the falls. It’s like watching a car crash, knowing how much time these athletes have invested. Chen’s skating is beautiful to watch when all is going well. I felt so badly for him tonight.
@BunsenBurner he even came out shirtless this time. It’s freezing over there, but I guess he’s found his brand.
Good for him and for the Bermuda team! 
If anyone has comcast/xfinity, Voice to Olympics and go to “Olympic Life” There are about 15 short episodes. I even loved the one about the Vikings (Norwegian ski team)
Oh God, those Norwegian curling pants…I want a pair!
Count me a fan of the Tara & Johnny commentary team. I hated watching her skate back in the day, but I’ve had a lot of fun listening to their banter.
Johnny described Adam Rippon’s nationals long program, which was, shall we say, out of the closet, as sprinkled with “magical unicorn dust.” Yes, yes it was.
The Norwegian curling pants and John Daly’s golf pants seem to be similar https://www.foxsports.com/golf/gallery/golfer-john-daly-pants-071710
I’m liking the opening ceremonies so far!
Me, too, re: the opening ceremonies, but Katie Couric sure likes she’s had a bunch of work done. Honestly, I almost didn’t recognize her.
I am rooting for the Israeli ice skating team, the young male skater yesterday was terrific.
I loved the Japanese male skater yesterday, Shoma Uno. He was a bundle of energy!
I’ve heard nothing but good news about the opening ceremony, and the USA clothes. Watch for the gloves and boots.
Agree with @doschicos - I liked the opening ceremonies- very visually appealing.
I always like watching the parade of nations and checking out the what they are wearing. Most of the winter parkas and jackets look good ( Germany being a notable exception).