Best Learned From Snowboarding Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 68 - Hanging Out With Josh Smith 59:35

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With Donovan out for an episode Chris and Matt sit down with AASI Team Member Josh Smith. Meet Josh and hear about his journey to the National Team. Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at [email protected]! Hot Take: What’s your favorite off-season training activity? Next Week’s Episode: Skidding vs C…

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No Snow? No Problem: A Ski Mom’s Guide to Pickleball 51:39

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In this summer episode we are joined by Joyce Shulman, entrepreneur and avid skier, who returns to discuss her latest venture, Open Play, and the explosive growth of pickleball. As one of America's fastest-growing sports with a 45% increase in players between 2023-2024, pickleball has evolved from a casual backyard game to a dynamic sport attractin…

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David Blaine and Diana Nyad on the Art of Endurance 1:05:03

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For decades, legendary magician David Blaine has completed record-breaking stunts that defy the impossible: He has held his breath for more than 17 minutes, was buried alive for seven days, frozen alive for three days, fasted for 44 days, caught a bullet fired from a gun in his mouth, and so much more. In his new National Geographic series David Bl…

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Ep. 42 Perfect Technique 51:46

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Send us a text In this episode, we break down what perfect riding technique really means and why it changes between ice and terrain. From body position to throttle control, we compare what works where, what falls apart fast, and why consistency matters no matter what you ride.By Lucas Vaadi and TJ Leach

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Episode 759 | Dale Drennan on a Life of Learning, Teaching, and the Power of Tele Turns 19:22

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In this episode of First Chair, George Thomas catches up with Dale Drennan, recipient of PSIA-AASI’s Educational Excellence Award. Dale shares her journey from learning to ski in the Poconos in 1957 to becoming a lifelong educator across multiple disciplines—from English to swimming to Nordic and telemark skiing.Tune in to hear Dale’s reflections o…

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Surfing The Waves Of The American Culture War, with David Litt 59:22

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In 2020, David Litt, former senior speech writer to President Obama, moved from Washington DC to the Jersey Shore, and felt the need for a jolt of life amidst the pandemic. So he did what anyone would do: David decided he needed to learn to surf. As a sensible Yale-educated, New York Times best selling author, David knew he needed help. And that’s …

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Summer Toys & Snowmobile Sparks 55:50

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Send us a text We’re deep into summer, but winter is never far from our minds. In this episode, we talk about the quads, dirt bikes, and summer toys keeping us busy during the off-season and how they always seem to bring up snowmobile stories. From sketchy trail moments to race-day memories, it all ties back. We also dive into ceramic brake setups …

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What We're Reading & Technology Changing Reading 1:19:52

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with @rhhackett @smc90 @stephbzinn @tim_org In a now-annual tradition, the a16z crypto editorial team discuss themes (and picks) from a16z crypto's latest reading list, as well as books we keep re-reading, childhood favorites, classics, adaptations on adaptations -- in book and movie form -- and more. What genres are we reading now, how, and why? H…

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Episode 67 - Revisiting Episode 3 - Dealing With Shame 1:05:14

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In this episode we dive into the archives and listen to Episode 3 - Dealing with Shame. Chris, Matt, and Brian listen to the 2019 episode and share their thoughts and insights on how shame has affected them in their careers with both failures and successes. Tune in to hear about emotions from eam tryouts, certifications, and ideas for how to manage…

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How To Walk Through—And Away From—A Digital World, with Craig Mod 51:23

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Craig Mod may think in binary code, but he does so from the perspective of a visual artist. Mod is…well, a lot of things. He’s a writer, a photographer, and a digital media designer. And he’s likely influenced your life, even if you have never heard his name. Craig worked on massive digital platforms, like Medium and Flipboard, and has spent two de…

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Ep. 40 Wrenching for Winter 43:41

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Send us a text On this week’s podcast, we’re diving into summer sled projects and how we’re getting ready for winter. It’s the hottest day of the year, so we figured we’d focus on some cool things to do in the garage. Winter’s less than 6 months away, and we’re already itching to get back on the gas.…

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Episode 758 | Year-Round Ski and Ride Training with SkyTechSport 22:19

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In this episode of First Chair, George Thomas talks with SkyTechSport co-founder Alex Golunov and account manager Connor Bishop about how their cutting-edge ski and snowboard simulator is helping people train smarter—anytime, anywhere. Learn how the simulator replicates g-forces, edge angles, and pressure points to support both high-performance ath…

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Episode 66 - Brain Buckets 1:19:01

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Episode 66 is all about helmets! How did we end up wearing helmets and why do we still wear them, plus what tech in helmets matters to us! Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at [email protected]! Hot Take: What run makes you fall in love with snowboarding all over again? Next Week’s Episode: Recap an…

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Shifting Gears: Roam Fest's Mission to Transform Mountain Biking Culture 37:27

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In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Sam Ryan, Director of Partnerships at Roam Fest, who shares her evolution from mental health professional to mountain bike advocate. Sam discusses how Roam Fest has grown from a small gathering to an 800+ person celebration of women and non-binary riders, complete with workshops, guided rides, and legendary dan…

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5 Charts That Explain Crypto Right Now 28:47

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with @DarenMatsuoka @rhhackett Today we've got a midyear market update and news episode for you. At the end of last year, our guest — and resident data weatherman — Daren Matsuoka put out a post on "5 metrics to watch in 2025." Most of the metrics that Daren picked measure how crypto's adoption: from mobile wallet usage and onchain transaction fees…

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LIVE! Matt Lyons, Katie Burrell, and Eeland Stribling Don’t Take This Seriously (From the Outside Festival) 57:10

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Three comedians walk into a festival…no, this isn’t a joke set up. This is exactly what happened in Denver, Colorado, at the second Outside Festival. Professional giggle-makers Matt Lyons, Katie Burrell, and Eeland Stribling joined host PaddyO on stage to discuss how the outdoors are really just one big punchline. After all, we spend our hard-earne…

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2026 Sled Lineups 56:54

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Send us a text Big News: We Finally Have Cameras! This week we’re taking a look at the 2026 snowmobile lineups from Polaris and Arctic Cat, breaking down what stands out. We dive into the mountain sled segment, which is outside our usual cross-country world here in the East, and give our take on what works, what’s wild, and what we’d love to try. W…

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Episode 757 | The 5 Elements of Inspirational Instruction - Part 3 - w/ Dr. Josh Pighetti 58:45

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In the final episode of this three-part series, host George Thomas is joined by Dr. Josh Pighetti and PSIA-AASI National Team members Matt Larson and Zoe Mavis for a deep dive into the Five Elements of Inspirational Instruction: Technical Expertise, Instructional Communication, Masterful Teaching, Professional Character, and a Student-Centered Appr…

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Episode 65 - Phases of The Turn - Commonly Misunderstood Terminology Pt 4 1:08:37

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Episode 65, “Words Matter,” aka Commonly Misunderstood Terminology Part 4, dives deep into a staple of ski and snowboard instruction: Phases of the Turn. There’s heeps of discussion around how to define phases right now, and Chris, Brian, and Matt share some of those conversations and their thoughts on how we can simplify the language around Initia…

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Wait — The Bank Froze Your Life Savings? 1:25:17

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with @MinarikLaw @EMinSF @rhhackett Imagine waking up one day to find your bank account frozen. No warning. No explanation. No recourse. This is not a thought experiment. It’s a real situation. And it’s happened not just to crypto companies and their founders, but to ordinary people who are just trying to live their lives. That includes our guest t…

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Father’s Day Special: Dad-Level Adventuring in the 70s, With PaddyO’s Dad 27:41

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If your father is like PaddyO’s dad, he probably likes to spin a yarn about his wild youth. Hearing about a father’s daring, scruffy, comedy-of-errors adventures is hilarious, but it also gives you a glimpse into how your old man became a man. And also old. And that winds up being a kind of crystal ball into your own past, present, and future, too.…

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Episode 756 | The Five Elements of Inspirational Instruction — Part 2 w/ Dr. Josh Pighetti 12:08

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In Episode 756 of the First Chair Podcast, George Thomas continues the conversation with Dr. Josh Pighetti to explore the remaining three of the Five Elements of Inspirational Instruction: Masterful Teaching, Personal and Professional Character, and the Student-Centered Approach. These principles—rooted in Josh’s doctoral research—offer actionable …

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Episode 64 - Mistakes Instructors Make While Teaching Pt. 2 1:02:47

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Episode 64 continues the stories about mistakes we’ve made and seen other instructors make while teaching. We share stories about our time as instructors and suggest ideas for how to learn from those mistakes to provide a better guest experience. Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at [email protected]…

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Behind the Badge: Why Johnny Joey Jones Is Fighting for America’s Other Warriors 54:03

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As part of our Tactical Athlete series, Marine veteran and Fox News contributor Johnny Joey Jones returns with his second book, Behind the Badge. This book shines a powerful, unflinching spotlight on America's most overlooked warriors—our first responders. This isn’t about politics—it’s about the human cost of service and why the conversation is de…

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Inside the Solana Story: Near-Death Brushes and a Need for Speed (with Solana) 49:37

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with @aeyakovenko @alive_eth Today’s episode features Solana cofounder Anatoly Yakovenko in conversation with a16z General Partner Ali Yahya, recorded live at our CSX Crypto Startup Accelerator program earlier this year. Anatoly shares the origin story of Solana — from a late-night eureka moment to thousands of investor meetings and several near-de…

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How Music Responds to the Place Where You Make It, With Goth Babe 45:16

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Griff Wasburn, better known to the world as musical act Goth Babe, had a drive to create since he was a child. He grew up in Tennessee running wild in the woods, skateboarding, and riding bikes on self-built tracks in his backyard. He filmed and scored short films of his adventures, and transformed old cardboard boxes into whatever he dreamt up. At…

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Ep. 38 How We Capture the Ride 53:57

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Send us a text This week, we take you behind the scenes of our content creation process. From strapping GoPros on sleds to editing vlogs late at night. We break down the gear we use, how we plan our shoots, and what it’s like trying to balance racing with creating content. Whether you're looking to start your own snowmobile channel or just curious …

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Episode 755 | The Five Elements of Inspirational Instruction — Part 1 w/ Dr. Josh Pighetti 14:36

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In Episode 755 of the First Chair Podcast, George Thomas talks with Dr. Josh Pighetti about the first two of the Five Elements of Inspirational Instruction: Technical Expertise and Instructional Communication. These insights come from Josh’s doctoral research and offer practical tools for creating more impactful, student-centered lessons have power…

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Episode 63 - Mistakes Instructors Make While Teaching 49:02

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Episode 63 is all about the mistakes we see instructors commonly make, backed up with examples of mistakes we’ve made in our lessons! We share stories about our time as instructors and suggest ideas for how to learn from those mistakes to provide a better guest experience. Don’t miss the Phunkshun buff giveaway! And keep sending those hot takes, gu…

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With AI, Anyone Can Be a Coder (with Github CEO) 15:12

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In this special episode from TED Tech, hear from GitHub CEO Thomas Dohmke on how AI is breaking the barrier to entry for coding. Who could a coder look like if you could code just by talking out loud? Learn how, thanks to AI, creating software is becoming as simple (and joyful) as building LEGO. In a live demo, he introduces Copilot Workspace: an A…

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AI vs. ID: Proof of human in a world of agents, bots, deep fakes, more 2:04:31

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with @eddylazzarin @adrian_ludwig @remco @smc90 Hi everyone, welcome to this week’s episode of web3 with a16z podcast, I’m Sonal, and today we’re talking about a hot topic which is also very evergreen because we’re entering a world where AI – including AI agents, bots, deep fakes, and so on -- are changing the internet, very drastically. And so we …

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Episode 754 | A National Team Member's Path to Adaptive Level III with Lyndsey Stevens 17:00

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In this episode of First Chair, PSIA-AASI National Team member Lyndsey Stevens joins host George Thomas to discuss her recent achievement of earning her Adaptive Snowboard Level III certification — the first in over a decade in the Rocky Mountain Region.Lyndsey shares how her path into adaptive snowsports began at Vail, and how that experience resh…

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Climbing Everest is Easy Compared to Surviving an Abusive Parent, With Melissa Arnot Reid 45:43

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Melissa Arnot Reid’s mountaineering resume is a jaw dropping list of accomplishments; hundreds of summits of the world’s tallest, most dangerous peaks, including becoming the first American woman to summit Everest without supplemental oxygen. Melissa has an uncommon athletic prowess, but what truly fueled her mountain pursuits was a long held and l…

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Ep. 37 Racing the Algorithm 1:02:09

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Send us a text This week’s episode is all about your personal brand. We dive into what a personal brand really is and how you can use it to your advantage through social media. We share some of the challenges we’ve faced along the way, as well as the positives we’ve experienced while building our own presence online.…

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Football at 50 45:21

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In this episode, we reminisce about our relationship to the beautiful game – from childhood until the present day. Even if you loathe football, we encourage you listen to this episode in the hope it might open your mind to why it creates so much joy and connection (and heartache) for so many on this planet. Football often gets a bad wrap, and Cherr…

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Episode 62 - Hot Takes Part Tres 1:00:14

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Episode 62 is another ALL HOT TAKES episode! Tune in to hear some hot takes we received about skiing vs snowboarding, re-certification, and balance! As always, we love to hear where you land on these too. Add a comment on the socials with your take! And keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at learnedfromsnowboarding@g…

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Listen Again Series – Tess Miner-Farra, Head of School at Winter Sports School in Park City 48:48

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We’re bringing back an episode that we believe deserves a second listen. 🎧 Tune in and be inspired by how education can adapt to meet the needs of our ski families. 👉 Listen now, and don’t forget to share with another ski mom who may have missed it the first time around. As part of our Ski Moms Summer Listen Again Series, we’re revisiting our thoug…

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Marketing 101 for Startups: Token Launches, Memes, Reaching Devs & More 1:05:15

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with @kimbatronic @amandatylerj @clairekart Welcome to web3 with a16z. Since our show covers both tech trends and company building, today’s topic is all about marketing — including differences between marketing in crypto and traditional tech. The conversation shares a candid look at what works — and what doesn’t — when it comes to building reputati…

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Bouncing Back From Heart Attacks, With Chef and Angler Ranga Perera 43:01

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In and around his home of Bozeman, Montana, Ranga Perera is highly sought after as a fly fishing pal and even more highly sought after as a personal chef. There’s nothing unusual about that combination, until you learn that his family came to the States in 1991 from Sri Lanka after a happy childhood was disrupted by a violent civil war. Less than a…

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Ep. 36 Learn From Your Mistakes 1:06:14

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Send us a text We explore the origins of snowmobiles, how they’ve evolved over the years, and how the big three brands (Polaris, Arctic Cat, and Ski-Doo) came to be. Plus, we throw in some fun and surprising facts from the early days of the sport.By Lucas Vaadi and TJ Leach

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Episode 61 - Efficient vs Effective Part 2 1:03:50

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One episode wasn’t enough! Brian, Matt, and Chris dive back in for another episode on Efficient and Effective. Thanks for all of the emails, texts, and comments on Episode 60, you really spurred on the second part with all your questions and engagement! This week’s hot take: How does efficiency play into Style and how does it apply to certification…

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Why Summer at Woodward Might Be the Best Thing for Your Kid (and Your Sanity) 47:50

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Ski Moms Podcast Episode: Olympian Insights & Epic Summer Camps with Phoebe Mills In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, we sit down with Phoebe Mills—Olympic gymnast, snowboarding judge, and now Vice President of Camp Experiences & Programming at Woodward. Phoebe shares her fascinating journey from the Olympic podium in Seoul to the snowy halfpi…

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Everything Stablecoins: Big Picture, Deep Dive 1:08:58

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with @cdixon @SamBroner @rhhackett Stablecoins are quietly transforming how money moves — faster, cheaper, and more globally than ever before. In this episode, we take a deep look at why stablecoins have emerged as one of the most promising applications in crypto today — and how they could reshape global payments. I’m joined by Chris Dixon, founder…

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All the Stablecoin News: Stripe, Visa, Coinbase, Circle, More 24:24

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with @rhhackett @smc90 @DarenMatsuoka @SamBroner Welcome to web3 with a16z, a show about the next generation of the internet. I'm Robert Hackett. There has been a flurry of stablecoin news lately, so we're doing a special bonus episode to cover everything that's been going on. Sonal and I are joined by a16z crypto’s Data Science lead Daren Matsuoka…

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The Benefits (and Drawbacks) of Adult Beginner-ness, With Mirna Valerio 44:43

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Everyone knows it’s important to try new things, but combating that internal voice, which begs us to stay within our comfort zone ain’t easy—even for a professional tryer of new things like Mirna Valerio. Known on the internet as The Mirnavator, Mirna knows what she’s talking about. She took up running in her late 30s, then road marathons, then tra…

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Ep. 35 Gear Talk 1:04:31

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Send us a text On this week’s episode, we dive into the best add-ons we put on our sleds this season. From simple tweaks to game-changing upgrades, we break down what made a real difference on the snow. We also talk about what we're hoping to add for next season, always looking for that competitive advantage.…

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Episode 753: Finding Balance with Gibbon Slacklines and the Giboard 20:40

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In this episode, George Thomas talks with Brian Pate and Derek Mikulski from Gibbon Slacklines about how balance training can elevate your performance on snow. They dive into the science behind balance, stability, and body awareness—and how the Gibbon Giboard offers a fun and effective way to build those skills. For instructors, the Giboard is more…

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Episode 60 - Efficient vs Effective 1:19:04

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Back from spring break, Chris, Brian, and Matt finally tackle the episode Matt proposed on effectiveness vs efficiency. Tune in to hear a recap of the busy last few weeks that prevented recording, and then dive into an episode all about the words effective and efficient. We can’t wait to hear your opinions on this one! This week’s hot take: Does sn…

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Quantum Computing: What, When, Where, How 1:15:13

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with @danboneh @succinctJT @smc90 This episode is all about quantum computing -- what it is, how it works, what's hype vs. reality, and how to prepare for it/ what builders should do. Specifically, we cover: What quantum computing is and isn't, and what people are really talking about when they worry about a quantum computer that can break cryptogr…

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Supporting Ski Moms: How Mamava's Lactation Pods are Making Mountains More Family-Friendly 43:43

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In this episode the Ski Moms sit down with Sascha Mayer, co-founder of Mamava to discuss how their innovative lactation pods are making ski resorts more accessible for breastfeeding mothers. Sascha shares her journey from snowboarding enthusiast to entrepreneur, explaining how her experience with Burton Snowboards inspired Mamava's distinctive pod …