The Bomb Hole Snowboard Podcast is hosted by professional snowboarder Chris Grenier with a new guest in studio every week. A blend of inspiration and humor through the stories of snowboarding's top athletes as they take you through their personal journey every week, while navigating life's bomb holes and successes. Also available on YouTube. BOMBHOLE.COM
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Phil Hansen | The Bomb Hole Episode 231
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3:01:34It's hard enough being a professional snowboarder: so imagine how hard it is for Phil Hanse to be a professional snowboarder AND skateboarder. He's a true double threat. A literal ATV. Did he go through a fedora phase? Sure. But he was bullied relentlessly and is now a better person because of it. In all seriousness, Phil Hansen is one of the best …
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Troy Eckert | The Bomb Hole Episode 230
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2:46:31Nostalgia is one hell of a drug and Troy Eckert sure knows how to tug on our heart strings. As hire number one at Volcom, Troy paints a vivid picture of the company's inception. He takes us back to where it all started and walks us all the way to today. Troy even holds our hand as he gives us an exclusive look into the making of The Garden, one of …
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Group Chat #25 w/ Sam Taxwood, Bob Plumb, Stan Leveille & Marcus Kleveland
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2:16:55In what some are saying is the most banter filled Group Chat ever released, we've reached our highest highs and our lowest lows. Chris and SILK are joined in studio by comedian extraordinaire Stan Leveille, real life cowboy Sam Taxwood, and "professional" photographer Bob Plumb. We dissect the latest and greatest clips such as the halfpipe airbag a…
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Lia Block | The Bomb Hole Episode 229
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2:05:24Lia Block is fast. Some might even say it's in her blood. From Rally to Nitrocross to F1, she's paving her own way through the motorsports world. She's making a name for herself, one race at a time, and we can't stop watching. Literally. From the tarmac, to Netflix, and back to the dirt Lia Block is one to keep your eyes on. And if you blink, you j…
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Justin Mulford | The Bomb Hole Episode 228
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2:25:35There’s no other way to say it: Justin Mulford is one of the gnarliest guys around. What he’s able to do on a bike is truly unmatched and we’re watching eagerly as he paves his own path through the sports world. He’s endured life changing injuries and has used his unique life experiences to help shape him into the man he is today. There really is n…
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Dave Sypniewski | The Bomb Hole Episode 227
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3:12:06For every beautifully scenic and carefree day we have on a snowboard there is countless hours of work, brain power, planning, collaboration and marketing that went into it. Dave Sypniewski is one of those passionate individuals who has dedicated much of their life to making sure money flows in and out of snowboarding to help power fun community dri…
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Group Chat #24 w/ Rob Roethler, Egan Wint & Jeff Richards
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1:58:01In honor of the 4th of July we're releasing this two hour podcast all about snowboarding: filled to the brim with all the latest trends and events. We take a deep dive into the latest and greatest binding technology, call Iikka Backstrom to get a riveting behind the scenes look at what a day in the life of a super agent looks like, and of course we…
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Benny Milam | The Bomb Hole Episode 226
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2:41:20If we’re going to have a conversation about the midwest rope tow scene Benny Milam’s name is inevitably going to come up. He’s young, hungry, and one of the best rail riders around. We dissect the rope tow scene, get behind the scenes of some of his favorite video parts, and learn all there is to know about Benny Milam. If you like snowboarding and…
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Group Chat #23 w/ Mikey LeBlanc, Chris Beresford & Naima Antolin
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1:53:44In this week's episode of Bomb Hole Group Chat we've gathered Mikey LeBlanc, Naima Antolin and Chris Beresford in studio to discuss all things snowboarding. We call Todd Richards to discuss how the tariffs might affect the snowboard industry. We call Scott Stevens to get his analysis (and paralysis) in regards to his favorite video parts ever. And …
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Tim O'Connor & Kelly Hart | The Bomb Hole Episode 225
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2:05:17With skateboarding being one of our favorite off snow activities we figured its time to being some of our favorite skateboarders into the booth. Kelly Hart and Tim O’Connor did their best to help us get into the mood for summer. We talked about some of skateboardings most historic and monumental moments, some of their favorite tricks, and all the n…
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Ryan Villopoto | The Bomb Hole Episode 224
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2:19:29There’s no doubt about it, Ryan Villopoto is one of the best to ever do it. Some say he’s a god amongst mortals. Blessing us with his presence, RV tells us all about his career on a bike from his most famous wins to his worst injuries and everything in between. He’s won millions, and missed out on even more. Now a Dad, he’s navigating the moto worl…
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Blake Moller | The Bomb Hole Episode 223
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2:04:19Simply put, Blake Moller, aka B-Mo, is the future of snowboarding. He young and passionately pushing the boundaries of free ride and freestyle snowboarding. He's a thrill seeker at heart and finds jumping out of planes to be a pleasurable activity (we're not so sure ourselves). B-Mo just took second place at Natural Selection and continues to leave…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat 22 with Reid Smith, Cody Warble & Brett Kulas
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2:18:56In one of our most banter filled Group Chat yet, the gang sits down to discuss the most pressing topics snowboarding has to offer. Reid Smith, Cody Warble and Brett Kulas join us in studio to help us answer these burning questions: Is Chris an old head? What is "bunc"? Who can do more pushups? And most importantly, why you should never leave fish f…
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Katie Kennedy | The Bomb Hole Episode 222
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3:18:23We don’t get a lot of double threats on the show, so when we do you’d better pay attention. Katie Kennedy is a multifaceted individual who is balancing more plates than we can count. She’s a professional snowboarder, a media juggernaut at Slush the Magazine, a sledding connoisseur, and loves a good party. Her spelling might not be the best, but her…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat 21 w/ Jess Kimura, Ylfa Runarsdottir, Brantley Mullins & Jess Perlmutter
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1:56:58Coming off the high that is known as “The Uninvited Invitational” we sat down Jess Kimura, the brains and the driving force behind the operation. Joining her are Brantley Mullins, Ylfa Runnarsdottir, Paula Benito, and Jess Perlmutter. We talk all things Uninvited, stand out moments from the event, our favorite signs, and so much more. We also tackl…
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Gigi Rüf | The Bomb Hole Episode 221
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4:03:55In this must watch episode we sit down with Gigi Rüf, one of the greatest to ever do it. We explore his endless video parts, dissect some of his favorite tricks, and remember some of his funniest stories. Gigi gives us insight into bee-keeping and shares with us all his secrets. I mean, to be at the top of the game for as long as Gigi has, you need…
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Torstein Horgmo & Celia Miller | The Bomb Hole Episode 220
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3:58:04In a Bomb Hole first we would like to present to you our first power couple episode: Tortstein Horgmo and Celia Miller. The driving force behind SHREDBOTS latest video project: "RETURN" this couple is unstoppable. Even our meager attempts to divide them during Run Through A Wall Trivia proved to be insufficient. They compliment each other like no o…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #20 W/ Charles Beckinsale, Taylor Elliott & Benny Pellegrino
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2:22:48In this episode of Bomb Hole Group Chat some of our favorite guests have returned and they brought the banter. Charles Beckinsale, Taylor Elliott & Benny Pellegrino join Chris and Silk in the studio to discuss all things snowboarding. We talk Natural Selection, resorts that don't allow snowboarding, what it means to be "core" and so much more! All …
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Kimmy Fasani | The Bomb Hole Episode 219
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3:41:47This week's episode is all about mindset and strength, and this week's guest, Kimmy Fasani, is here to lead by example. In tandem with the release of her new documentary "Butterfly In A Blizzard," Kimmy comes into the studio as a beaming light. And we're ready to follow. She's a ripping snowboarder, a mother, a breast cancer surviver, and a gem of …
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #19 With J-Stone, Seth Huot, Joey Fava, and Lucas Magoon
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3:29:04In an all new and incredibly action packed episode of Bomb Hole: Group Chat the gang explores some of snowboarding's most complex and intricate topics. We consult with our product expert Joey Fava, I mean J-Stone, about how to pick the right board for you. Seth Huot gives us the much needed inside information on what went down with Volcom. We get a…
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Ben Poechman aka Soulboarder | The Bomb Hole Episode 218
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2:05:11If we're having a conversation about DIY and initiative it's only fair to mention this week's guest: Ben Poechman. Ben grew up riding on a farm. He built his own features and was forced to look at snowboarding through a unique and creative lens. He continued to use this creative lens as he creative his own videos, filming himself using a selfie sti…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #18 With Sam Taxwood, Knut Eliassen and Kelsey Boyer
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3:04:05In this week’s installment of Group Chat Chris and Silk sit down with Sam Taxwood, Knut Eliassen and Kelsey Boyer to dissect some of snowboarding’s hot topics. We call Tommy Gemse mid street trip to get some in the field updates. We finally get to the bottom of why rails are sticky sometimes. We dream for a resurgence in boardercross. And most impo…
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Charles Beckinsale | The Bomb Hole Episode 217
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3:13:50With all this talk about spin to win, halfpipe and the overall current state of snowboarding: there’s nobody better to talk to than a park builder. So we got one of the best, Charles Beckinsale, in studio to educate us all on something we likely take for granted. He gives us a deep dive into what makes the perfect jump. He explains the importance o…
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Eric Koston, Dashawn Jordan & Ishod Wair | The Bomb Hole Episode 216
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1:53:43We gathered some of the biggest names in skateboarding for this week's very special episode of The Bomb Hole. Eric Koston, Dashawn Jordan and Ishod Wair join us in studio to discuss some of life's deepest questions such as: who has the greatest kickflip, what exactly are smelling salts, and where does the word "hubba" come from? We get into that an…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #17 with Travis Rice, Bjorn Leines & Jaylen Hanson
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3:06:02In what we're claiming to be our most action packed Group Chat yet, we bring you an incredible cast of characters: Travis Rice, Bjorn Leines and Jaylen Hanson. With the banter flowing, we take deep dives where divers haven't yet dared to dive. We pin Travis and Bjorn against each other in ways never done before. Travis Rice somehow seems okay even …
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Colleen Quigley | The Bomb Hole Episode 215
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2:56:14In an incredibly interesting and insightful episode of The Bomb Hole, we were blessed to be joined by Colleen Quigley. Her passion for snowboarding and community have helped her pave a unique path through the industry. Navigating the switch from rider to marketing poured gasoline on the fire for Colleen. Figurative gasoline that is, because Colleen…
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Trevor Jacob | The Bomb Hole Episode 214
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2:45:07Ever wonder what six months in federal prison is like? Well, this week’s guest has got you covered. Trevor Jacob is a lifetime snowboarder who found early success in the industry. However, as Trevor evolved, he leaned more into the stunt world. Now, he’s a one of a kind adventurer. He’s backflipped everything there is and spends most of his time su…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #16 With Jeremy Jones, Caleb Flowers & Josh Fisher
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3:48:00We hope you're ready for a debate, because we definitely have one for you. In this episode of Bomb Hole Group Chat we take a deep dive into what goes in to creating products and dissect the differences between smaller and larger brands. We also get some incredible insight from Mark McMorris and Henry Jackson as we quickly approach the 2025 LAAX Ope…
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"Whitey" Rob McConnaughy | The Bomb Hole Episode 213
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3:28:20Snowboard movies and video parts have long been a cornerstone of snowboarding's culture. And as they say, the cream rises to the top. Rob McConnaughy, AKA "Whitey" is one of the few whose movies made it to the top. The brain behind Kingpin Productions, Whitey paved his own lane through snowboarding by creating his own films, in his own style. His f…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #15 With Bryan Fox, Egan Wint & Trevor Brady
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3:26:45In this episode of Group Chat we tracked down some new banter specialists for you: Bryan Fox, Egan Wint, and Trevor Brady join Chris and Silk in the studio to dissect some of snowboardings most recent events. Is that viral clip of the snowboarder hitting a bear fake? Does Bryan Fox even care about snowboarding anymore? What exactly is an "old head?…
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Ethan Morgan | The Bomb Hole Episode 212
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3:39:46As far as we're concerned, Ethan Morgan isn't just a fan of techno. He is techno. Ethan is fast paced and free flowing. He's overflowing with passion and loves a good time. He's a curator of experiences (like DIYX) and is damn good on a snowboard. We take a deep dive into Ethan's past and unique family holiday traditions in hopes that we could lear…
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Jussi Oksanen | The Bomb Hole Episode 211
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3:11:32We love nothing more than sitting down with super-pros from snowboarding; and there were few to do it like Jussi Oksanen. A style icon. Lord of the butters. King of the pokes. A man so filled with confidence and talent we couldn't help but become fans. We get him in studio to talk about his career highlights, favorite tricks, most memorable video p…
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Sean FitzSimons & Red Gerard | The Bomb Hole Episode 210
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3:02:24In a new duos episode, we take deep dive into the complex relationship between Sean FitzSimons and Red Gerard. Currently some of the most impressive snowboarders, we turn to them for insider information regarding spins, drinking, partying, golf, and everything in between. We also take a call from Red’s dad which must have been incredibly embarrassi…
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Bomb Hole Group Chat #14 with Sage Kotsenburg, Spencer Schubert & Max Raymer
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2:53:54In this banter filled episode of Bomb Hole: Group Chat, we fill the booth to the brim with our hand selected banter specialists and we cover all topics imaginable: dissecting all of snowboardings current affairs. For some reason, the group narrowed their focus on a new form of regenerative natural resources stemming from the mind boggling rotations…
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Garrett Warnick | The Bomb Hole Episode 209
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2:59:23In a Bomb Hole exclusive we would like to welcome our first invertebrate to the show: Garrett "Worm" Warnick. It should be noted we're only speaking metaphorically here though, because Garrett surely has a spine, and he loves them too. A true ATV at heart, Garrett Warnick set his sights high, creating some of the most timeless and well-rounded vide…
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Kevin Backstrom | The Bomb Hole Episode 208
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2:27:05Kevin Backstrom is a style icon on and off the snowboard. He turned what many might consider a nightmare into a thriving business and now helps design and produce outerwear and streetwear for some of the best snowboarders in the world. Beyond Medals is where good times meets rebellion. Paving their own, unique path through the industry, Kevin and t…
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Jill Perkins | The Bomb Hole Episode 207
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2:30:46Jill Perkins is BACK with her second interview on The Bomb Hole. We catch up on everything that's happened since her last interview; all her latest video projects, sponsor changes, and more. If you live under a rock and somehow don’t know who Jill Perkins is, go watch her previous interview. And then watch this one. She’s a kind human, she's a good…
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Sean Miskiman | The Bomb Hole Episode 206
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2:16:20Today we’ve got a real doozy for you. Sean Miskiman is in studio and he shares some incredible stories. He’s a little newer into the backcountry scene but is making his name known quickly and powerfully. He’s already had to perform some intense rescues and suffered some serious injuries, but that hasn’t slowed him down one bit. His style is perfect…
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Group Chat #13 with J-Stone, Reid Smith, Nirvana Ortanez, Justin Meyer, Pat McCarthy & more
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2:43:38In the long awaited, highly anticipated, return of Group Chat, the crew dives into some of the most pertinent and pressing topics in the snowboard world. We talk about the revival of Videograss and their new film: Search Party. We call Todd Richards to talk about halfpipe snowboarding and the return of Morrow Snowboards. We make our guesses as to w…
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Eero Ettala | The Bomb Hole Episode 205
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2:52:28In a monumental episode of The Bomb Hole, we’ve got Eero Ettala in the booth. With an incredible resume of video parts with Standard Films and Mack Dawg Productions, Eero has been an elite pro for decades. He’s pioneered new tricks and constantly aims for progressing the sport. With the extremely recent release of his latest video project “Mileston…
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Mark Sollors | The Bomb Hole Episode 204
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3:37:02We’ve got a big one today: Mark Sollors is in studio and let me just say he’s a gem of a human. Hailing from Canada, Mark set his sights on being an absolute ATV on the snowboard. His street footage was absolutely insane and he’s put that on the back burned to focus solely on backcountry. It’s a bit of a shame but then you watch some of his footage…
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Benny Pellegrino | The Bomb Hole Episode 203
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3:14:49Benny Pellegrino knows what snowboarding is all about. His love for the culture bleeds through with every word he says. He comes from skating, with his roots well dispersed through the Bay Area in the early 80s. He loves a good punk show and like many of us, will go crazy if we don't get a board under our feet as often as possible. His experience r…
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Jeremy Jones | The Bomb Hole Episode 202
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3:48:05This week’s guest is a human. And he’s on a mission to relentlessly pursue new dream lines on human powered expeditions. Jeremy Jones is a pioneer of the sport and has claimed many firsts in the backcountry world. His knowledge is deep and his experiences are uniquely his. He’s filmed an insane number of video segments and is perhaps the most notab…
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Lauren Derminio | The Bomb Hole Episode 201
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2:01:47There’s no need to overcomplicate things. Lolo rips. It’s just the truth. And just like her, we’re going to tell it to you how it is. She’s blunt. She’s fearless. She’s got high expectations and boy can she take a slam. Lolo’s been paving her way through the snowboard scene without looking back and is here to stay. Filming incredible street parts a…
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Bonus: Chris Grenier Answers Every Patreon Question
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35:37After recording Episode 200, Chris sat down with SILK to answer every Patreon question that he was asked for his episode. For those of you who don't know, we provide our Patreon members with early access to information regarding upcoming guests. Then, they are given an opportunity to ask the guest a question. We usually only pick a couple questions…
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Chris Grenier | The Bomb Hole Episode 200
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4:25:52In celebration of the monumental feat of reaching 200 episodes of The Bomb Hole, hosted by Chris Grenier, we decided it was finally time to interview the man himself. Throughout countless episodes you’ve likely picked up on a few bits and pieces about Chris. He’s sober, a bit of an old head, hates granola and loves to get crunchy. But there’s so mu…
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Raibu Katayama | The Bomb Hole Episode 199
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2:12:24Raibu Katayama always prefers a huge air over anything else; and if you've seen his riding you'd know that. In an era where competitive snowboarding is known to make most viewers a little dizzy, Raibu is bringing back impeccable style and undeniable flavor. We're talking tweaks, we're talking pokes, we're talking slow McTwists and absolutely massiv…
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Billy Anderson | The Bomb Hole Episode 198
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3:33:57No matter his career, Billy Anderson will always be a snowboarder at heart. And if his name doesn't ring a bell, we recommend listening very closely to this episode. It feels like an understatement to say that Billy has played a monumental role in snowboarding's development. He was a driving force behind Volcom: playing a major part in the creation…
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Joey Fava | The Bomb Hole Episode 197
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2:14:41Let's talk about energy. There's nobody with a better attitude and consistently high energy on and off the hill than this week's guest: Joey Fava. Ever since he was a kid, he's been excited beyond belief to be on a snowboard and if you've ever had the pleasure of seeing him ride, you'll know that that excitement is only growing. Joey bleeds for thi…
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Marie-France Roy (MFR) | The Bomb Hole Episode 196
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3:03:00Long anticipated guest, titan and pioneer of back country snowboarding, Marie-France Roy makes her Bomb Hole debut in our 196th episode and you won't want to miss this one. She takes us back to her childhood and early career where she was not only discouraged from participating in sports like snowboarding and skateboarding, but directly told girls …
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