Best Cross Country Skiing Podcasts (2024)

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Adeline Audigier + Patricia Mehlich, Women’s Decathlon World Championship…Ep173 1:05:50

4h ago1:05:50

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Adeline Audigier was born in the city of Marseille in the South of France. She is about to turn 32 and is living her second athletic life as a decathlete. Before turning to decathlon, she was a heptathlete. She grew up in a sporty family. She and her brother and sister do dozens of sports. She has a degree in EHS (Environment, Health, Safety) engin…

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Jeff Garmire: Thru Hiking, FKTs, and the 200 Mile Phenomenon 48:04

2h ago48:04

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Jeff Garmire, an incredibly accomplished mountain athlete from Montana who successfully blurs the lines between thru hiking, FKTs and Ultramarathons. Follow Jeff here to read all about the new race he is putting on, his book, his film, and all of his adventures: Twitter Facebook Instagram…

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412 Author PJ Anderson Is the Guest 59:59

9m ago59:59

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On episode 412, Bob chats with local author PJ Anderson about "Cheyenne Mountain - Here's Looking at You" an exhaustively researched book about the history of Colorado Springs' nearest mountain. They discuss Anderson's history in developing Cheyenne Mountain State Park at the base of the peak, the history of the early discovery and then mining and …

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Gabriela Leon, Team USA, Professional Pole Vaulter…Ep172 42:32

2d ago42:32

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Pole Vaulter Gabi Leon was one of the most successful student-athletes in the history of University of Louisville. She competed for the Cardinals from 2017 to 2022, finishing her career as the program record holder in both the indoor and outdoor women's pole vault. During her time competing for Louisville, Gabi was a four-time NCAA All-American, wo…

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411 Lifeseeker Technology Can Save Your Life 27:23

10d ago27:23

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On this episode, Bob chats with Hector Estevez, the CEO of Centum Research and Technology. Calling from his company's headquarters in Spain, he and Bob talk about the "Lifeseeker" technology and devices that have been used in Europe and are now being introduced in the United States. The devices, which can locate a missing hiker in minutes, work alo…

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Mechelle Freeman, USA National Teams Head Women’s Relays Coach …Ep171 45:32

16d ago45:32

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Mechelle Lewis Freeman is a graduate of the University of South Carolina, where she earned a Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in Mass Communications. At USC, she was a member of the 2002 Women’s Outdoor Track & Field team who, brought the first National Championship in any sport to the university. After a successful marketing career, she transitione…

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The 'Heeling' Process: Olympic Runner Andrew Butchart's Road to Recovery 37:46

22d ago37:46

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In this episode, we're thrilled to have Olympian Andy Butchart, a standout figure in the world of athletics, joining us on the podcast. Andy is renowned for his incredible achievements and unwavering passion for his sport. For years though, Andy has been plagued by a condition known as Haglund's deformity, causing persistent heel pain, he recently …

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Bonus Pod: Celebrating National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day 55:23

23d ago55:23

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In June we celebrate National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day. A time to recognize the rich history, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. To celebrate, we had the privilege of speaking with Sharon Firth. She graciously shared her journey, highlighting the significance of Indigenous represe…

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410 Bob visits North Carolina 28:31

27d ago28:31

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On this week's podcast, Bob goes solo as he talks about his trip hiking and photographing waterfalls in North Carolina. He discusses the scenery, the trails and the people he's encountered. Also, a short discussion on when you should go with a tour group and when you should make your own arrangements. Also, Colorado Springs E-bike survey and El Pas…

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Lynn Holzman, NCAA Vice President of Women’s Basketball…Ep170 54:40

1M ago54:40

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Lynn Holzman returned to the NCAA in February 2018 as the vice president of women’s basketball. She is responsible for the strategic direction, oversight, operations, and management of women’s basketball in Divisions I, II and III. She serves as the primary liaison to the women’s basketball committees and provides strategic oversight of the site-se…

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School or Sport? Why Not Both says Jasmine Lyons! 34:58

1M ago34:58

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In today's episode, we chat with National Ski Team athlete and University of New Hampshire graduate Jasmine Lyons. Pursuing an education while competing in high-performance sports isn't easy, but it is possible as we learn from Jasmine. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s opti…

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409 Big changes coming to the podcast! 52:23

1M ago52:23

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On this week's podcast, Bob and co-host Kevin discuss big changes coming to the podcast, and ask the listeners to voice their thoughts on the changes. Also, water safety and Kevin went to the Outdoor Magazine event in Denver Please consider becoming a patron of this podcast! Visit: https://www.patreon.com/hikingbob for more information Hiking Bob w…

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AJW Unplugged: Western States Preview, Cocodona Reflections, and a Personal Update 46:00

1M ago46:00

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In this solo episode of Crack a Brew with AJW I present my Western States Preview, some reflections on last month's Cocodona 250, and an update on my own journey both professionally and personally. Learn about my coaching practice here Follow me on Instagram @ajoneswilkinsBy Andy Jones-Wilkins

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#Legoffgameon: Scotland's Amputee Football squad are Euros bound 59:03

2M ago59:03

59:03

We are thrilled to have two special guests with us for this new episode, Ashley Reid, the founder of the Amputee Football Association Scotland, and Iain Matthew, the association CEO . It was Ashley's vision and dedication that brought amputee football to life in Scotland, then she was joined by sporting legend Iain. As an amputee Paralympian, Iain …

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Annie Villareal Ripped Grandma, Personal Trainer for 60+…Ep169 59:21

1M ago59:21

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Annie Villareal, the vibrant force behind the Rippedgrandma brand, is not your typical personal trainer. With a background in pharmaceutical sales, Annie took a leap of faith 17 years ago, embarking on a journey of personal reinvention. Inspired by her love for sports and movement, she shed 60 pounds, rediscovered her passion for running, and even …

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408 Author and Adventurer Kevin Fedarko is the guest 49:58

2M ago49:58

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On this week's podcast, Bob's guest us author and adventurer Kevin Fedarko. They talk about his newly released book "A Walk in the Park: The True Story of a Spectacular Misadventure in the Grand Canyon". The book details his and photographer Pete McBride's attempt to hike the entire length of the canyon, from east to west. Also, they discuss how ov…

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What the Heck is a Ski Playground? 53:05

2M ago53:05

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In today's episode, we talk about one of three programs run through the winter by Nordiq Canada funded by Sport Canada's Community Sport for All Initiative. This episode is sponsored by Salomon! Salomon’s goal is to drive change within our communities by creating more inclusive outdoor experiences. At the same time, they are committed to conducting…

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Diana Fitzpatrick: Running Career, Western States Memories, and Her Role as Board President 1:00:39

2M ago1:00:39

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with legendary runner and Western States Board President Diana Fitzpatrick to discuss her running career, her most fond Western States memories and the various challenges of her role as Western States Board President. Follow Diana on Instagram @dianafitz11By Andy Jones-Wilkins

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407 City leader Richard Skorman is the guest 41:25

2M ago41:25

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On this week's podcast, Bob sits down for a chat with Colorado Springs' Richard Skorman. Skorman is a a former city councilor, a small business owner, outdoor advocate, civic leader and water conservation activist. They talk about his newest initiative of getting volunteers to help clean up trash in sensitive areas and neighborhoods, the scarcity o…

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Armin Auchentaller: Steppingstone to the Future 36:45

2M ago36:45

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The 2023-24 season was filled with athletic advancement with personal bests across both men’s and women’s team. And with the IBU World Cup in the books, the team has headed to Bend, Ore. for on-snow training six months out from next season’s tour. Heartbeat caught up with head coach Armin Auchentaller live from Bend to analyze the team’s success, a…

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From ICU to the Euros: Ethan Walker's inspiring story & incredible challenge 26:26

2M ago26:26

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In this heart-stopping episode of Surgical Goals, we talk to the incredible Ethan Walker. A promising young footballer, Ethan's dreams had taken him from the east coast of Scotland to the US on a scholarship, where life was sweet for the young athlete. Fate intervened though when he was hit by a car landing him in intensive care, fighting for his l…

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Vanese Barnes, Tufts Women’s Basketball Assistant Coach…Ep168 43:22

2M ago43:22

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Vanese Barnes is a 2023 Women’s Sports Foundation Tara VanDerveer fellow with Tufts University Women’s Basketball team. At the same time Vanese was a part of a two-year Future Leaders Fellowship program at Tufts, where she earned her master's degree in Diversity and Inclusion Leadership within the Tufts Graduate School of Arts & Sciences in additio…

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406 Pikes Peak Update, Fox Run Nature Center, other news 47:55

2M ago47:55

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On this week's podcast, Bob provides an update on the shuttle and reservation system on Pikes Peak. Also, interesting facts around the proposed Fox Run Park Nature Center, a new feature on the COTREX app and website, and Bob is selling one of his cameras. Pikes Peak season/annual passes: https://tinyurl.com/tz94b427 COTREX wildfire alerts: https://…

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Corrine Malcolm: Cross Country Skiing, Western States, and the Changing Landscape of Ultrarunning Media 52:29

2M ago52:29

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with renowned ultrarunning personality Corrine Malcolm to talk about her upbringing in the upper midwest, the Western States 100 and her thoughts on the evolution of ultra and trail running media. Follow Corrine on instagram @corrinemalcolmBy Andy Jones-Wilkins

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405 City and County Master Plans, Pikes Peak Shuttle 40:22

2M ago40:22

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On this week's podcast, Bob and Kevin discuss master plans projects underway for Colorado Springs' Fishers Canyon Open Space and El Paso County's Jones Park. Also, a discussion about timed-entry reservation requirement for Pikes Peak, and a new shuttle system that leaves out recreational users. Fishers Canyon Master Plan: https://tinyurl.com/3ndbv8…

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Stephanie Howe - The Early Years, her 2014 Western States win, and life as an ultrarunning coach/nutritionist 51:08

3M ago51:08

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with the 2014 Western States champion to discuss her early years in Minnesota, her incredible win at Western States, and her incredibly busy life as a coach/nutritionist with CTS. Follow Stephanie Howe on instagram @stephaniemariehowe Learn about Stephanie's coaching practice here Read Research Essentials for Ultra…

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Mary Ellen Kelly, Sports Dietitian WNBA’s NY Liberty…Ep167 53:10

3M ago53:10

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Mary Ellen Kelly is credentialed as a registered dietitian and board-certified sports dietitian. She holds a Bachelor of Science in nutrition from Boston University, where she was a 4-year member of the NCAA Division 1 varsity women’s track and field team. She earned her master’s degree in clinical nutrition from New York University and completed h…

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404 A hike and conversation with "Hiking Unlimited" 24:12

2M ago24:12

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On this week's podcast, Bob takes a short hike while interviewing Sheila Doherty a/k/a "Hiking Unlimited" on social media. An expert based in Phoenix, she gives advice on hiking in the desert Southwest, chats with Bob about her favorite trips and hikes, and also her future plans. Along on the hike was Sheila's friend, Michelle, a new hiker who was …

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Rob Krar - Finding Solace on the Trails, Western States, and the Rob Krar Ultra Camp 55:15

3M ago55:15

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with two time Western States champion to discuss what trail running means to them, the magic and mystique of the Western States 100, and Rob's annual ultrarunning camp which is one of the most successful in the United States. Follow Rob on Instagram @robkrar Learn all about the Rob Krar Ultra Camp here…

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403 Want to hike to Hanging Lake? Plan ahead. 46:06

3M ago46:06

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On this week's podcast, Bob is joined by co-host Kevin "Wild" Westendorf and they catch up on what Kevin has been doing since he was last on the show. They also discuss people behaving badly on trails, a rescue due to people being woefully underprepared, and if you want to hike to the popular Hanging Lake, you will need to prepare carefully and far…

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Scotty Mills - How to finish Western States 20 times and other tales from over four decades of ultrarunning 53:11

3M ago53:11

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Western States legend Scotty Mills to discuss his 20 finishes, the uniqueness of the trail and ultra community, and Scotty's thoughts about the future of the sport. Become a friend with Scotty on Facebook @ScottmillsBy Andy Jones-Wilkins

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AJ Hurt Alpine Ski Racer, Balancing Speed…Ep166 44:52

3M ago44:52

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AJ Hurt's passion for skiing and ski racing began at a very early age. Growing up in North Lake Tahoe, Palisades Tahoe was her winter playground. At four years old, she entered the Team Palisades Tahoe and fell in love with the sport. With a father who has been a member of the Squaw Valley Ski Patrol for the past 30 years, Hurt was raised a true me…

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402 Rocky Mountain Field Institute's Jolie NeSmith 44:29

3M ago44:29

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On this week's podcast, Bob interviews Jolie NeSmith, the Executive Director of the Rocky Mountain Field Institute (RMFI). They talk about her first year at the helm, including challenges and accomplishments, and then move on to discuss the 2024 work season. The review the projects RMFI will be working on, with an update on the multi-year Devils Pl…

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Meghan Canfield - Discovering trails, keys to running longevity, and her legacy at Western States. 43:56

3M ago43:56

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In this episode AJW cracks a brew with Meghan Canfield, AKA "The Queen" to talk about the transition from fast marathons to trail running, her keys to ultrarunning longevity, and her extraordinary legacy at the Western States 100. Follow Meghan on Instagram @runningmeglegBy Andy Jones-Wilkins

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401 Luis Benitez and How Outdoor Recreation can Save the World 56:41

3M ago56:41

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Bob chats with Luis Benitez, the author of "Higher Ground: How The Outdoor Recreation Industry Can Save The World". The first head of Colorado's Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, and a leader in the outdoor recreation industry, he talks with Bob about the need to change how outdoor recreation in the United States is funded and managed, and how he…

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Tim Twietmeyer: Western States History, Life Beyond Running and the Future of the Sport 1:07:14

3M ago1:07:14

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In the first episode of Season 6 AJW cracks a brew with Western States legend Tim Twietmeyer to discuss the early days of the race, Tim's role as a long time board member for the event, and his thoughts on the future of the sport. Here is a great bio on Tim https://www.backcountryrunner.com/bios/tim-twietmeyer.phtml…

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Reliving Canada's Top Highlights of the 2023-24 Season 47:20

4M ago47:20

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In this episode, we chat about Team Canada's top moments from the 2023-24 winter season. Do you know someone who should be recognized for their impact on Canadian skiing? For over 30 years these awards have provided national recognition to Canada’s most impactful people in our cross-country ski community. Nominate them here: https://nordiqcanada.ca…

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Vincent Bonacci: Bringing it Home on Home Snow 34:48

4M ago34:48

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Every biathlete dreams of skiing into the range and having the crowd roar with each shot. Doing it on the snow where you grew up is all the sweeter! At the IBU World Cup in Soldier Hollow, Utah native Vincent Bonacci and his teammates had just that feeling as they skied to a best-ever fourth in the men’s relay. Heartbeat caught up with Bonacci at t…

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Beth Rodden A Light through the Cracks A Climber’s Story…Ep165 49:03

3M ago49:03

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Beth Rodden is one of the best female rock climbers of all time, and a globally recognized ambassador for the outdoor community. She has achieved a number of notable free climbs on El Capitan, the 3,000-foot monolith in Yosemite National Park, and has also established the hardest first ascent of a crack climb ever done by a woman. She has been clim…

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400 The Healthy Hiker talks about taking care of our feet 1:06:41

4M ago1:06:41

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This week's podcast is all about feet and how to take care of them. Bob is joined by frequent guest Physical Therapist and "Healthy Hiker" Alicia Filley, for an enlightening talk about feet. From common injuries, to how to decipher pain, to socks and shoes, they cover almost anything you'd want to know about feet and hiking. The Healthy Hiker websi…

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Sydney Palmer-Leger Race Report: Cross Country World Cup, Falun, Sweden 2024 31:11

4M ago31:11

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Sydney Palmer-Leger is one of the young cross country ski racers on the US National B team. She made a quick trip to Falun, Sweden for the season finale, where she skied to her best-ever World Cup result -- a 23rd place. Right before Falun, Sydney capped off a stellar collegiate career with a victory at the NCAA National Championships in Steamboat,…

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