Best Snowboarding School Podcasts (2024)

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Encore Edit - Shiga Kogen: Japan's Largest Ski Resort with Robel Zemichael / Shiga International Ski School 21:36

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The podcast is currently on a break between Season 3 and Season 4. As promised, during this period I’ll be uploading previous episode or two, beginning with this edit of what was the Episode 13 of the podcast, and the first of Season 2 – Shiga Kogen Ski Resort: Japan’s Largest Ski Resort. In this episode I spoke with two-time Olympian Robel Zemicha…

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Exploring the Winter Sports School (Park City, UT) with Head of School Tess Miner-Farra 47:28

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Send us a text Become a Ski Moms substack subscriber here. In this episode Nicole and Sarah talk with Tess Miner-Farra, the head of the Winter Sports School in Park City, Utah. This is a unique public charter school that serves 9th-12th grade students focused on winter sports. We loved learning about the Winter Sports School and what makes it such …

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Norikura: Japan's First Zero Carbon National Park with Ogawa Yui / Norikura Zero Labo 43:26

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In Episode 36 of the podcast we head into the North Alps – Japan’s highest mountain range – and onto Norikura. Standing 3026 metres / 9927 feet above sea level, Mount Norikura or Norikuradake is one of the highest peaks in North Alps, a volcanic mountain which straddles the border of Nagano and Gifu Prefectures. It is here, in the village below the…

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Alli Widman on Ski Passes and Avant Ski 2.0 46:37

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Send us a text Become a Premium subscriber here In this episode Nicole talks with Alli Widman, CEO of Avant Ski. Alli recaps her eventful ski season, including trips to Alta, Heavenly, Grand Targhee, and resorts in Austria and Germany. Alli knows ski passes better than anyone, so we talked updates on major ski passes. Epic Pass did not have major u…

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Shiga Kogen Highlands: A UNESCO Biosphere Reserve with Photographer & Nature Guide Yokota Shinji 47:27

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Episode 35 of the podcast takes us to Shiga Kogen Highlands in Nagano Prefecture. Declared a UNESCO Biopshere Reserve in 1980, Shiga Kogen is an alpine landscape which includes major peaks such as Mount Shiga and Mount Kusatsu-Shirane – one of Japan’s most active volcanoes – renowned for its biodiversity, wetlands and distinct seasonal beauty. In t…

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Season Update with Kelly Pawlak, CEO of National Ski Area Association (NSAA) 45:38

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Send us a text Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Kelly Pawlak, CEO of the National Ski Area Association (NSAA). Kelly walks us through lots of interesting ski industry trends and data. The NSAA gathers data and insights from U.S. ski areas on visits, demographics, and spend…

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🔒 AD FREE Season Update with Kelly Pawlak, CEO of National Ski Area Association 44:01

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text Contact us about Ski Moms Events In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Kelly Pawlak, CEO of the National Ski Area Association (NSAA). Kelly walks us through lots of interesting ski industry trends and data. The NSAA gathers data and insights from U.S. ski areas on visits, demographics, and spending. Last…

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From Dream to Reality: Owning Your Own Ski Lodge in Japan Pt.2 with Dan Solo / Snowball Japan 44:40

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This is the second half of Episode 34 of the podcast, my chat with Dan Solo of Snowball Japan. Originally from Australia, Dan and his wife Andy first travelled to Japan more than 20 years ago and fell in love with life in the snow country. They set themselves to one day run their own ski lodge, a dream that came to fruition when they opened Snowbal…

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From Dream to Reality: Owning Your Own Ski Lodge in Japan Pt.1 with Dan Solo / Snowball Japan 49:47

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In Episode 34 of the podcast we head to Madarao Mountain Resort in Nagano to speak with Dan Solo of Snowball Japan. Originally from Australia, Dan and his wife Andy first travelled to Japan more than 20 years ago and fell in love with life in the snow country. They set themselves to one day run their own ski lodge, a dream that came to fruition whe…

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Caring for Your Ski Gear with Leah Waaramaki of Nikwax North America 50:35

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Send us a text Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Leah Waaramaki, a ski mom and the Customer Service Supervisor at Nikwax North America. Leah shares her unique journey from winemaking to joining the outdoor gear industry and offers expert advice on how to take care of your s…

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🔒 AD FREE Caring for Your Ski Gear with Leah Waaramaki of Nikwax North America 48:32

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Leah Waaramaki, a ski mom and the Customer Service Supervisor at Nikwax North America. Leah shares her unique journey from winemaking to joining the outdoor gear industry and offers expert advice on how to take care of your ski gear to ensure it lasts for years and c…

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Kamikochi: A Snow Country Stories Japan Travel Guide 41:00

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Episode of 33 of the podcast takes us into Japan’s highest mountain range and into the beautiful alpine valley of Kamikochi. Part of the wider Chubu Sangaku National Park, Kamikochi is a 16 kilometre / 10 mile valley which follows the beautiful Azusa River and bookended by two famous mountains – Mount Hotaka and Yakedake. With an average elevation …

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Namahage: They're Coming for the Children, with Dr Michael Dylan Foster / University of California Davis 49:12

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Episode 32 of the podcast takes us to the north of Japan, into the snow country of Akita Prefecture and onto Oga Peninsula. Jutting out from the Japanese main island and into the Sea of Japan, Oga Peninsula is wild and beautiful, a place of rustic villages and lurking wonders; and it is here, in Oga that we encounter the fearsome ‘Namahage’ – mythi…

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The Artist is in Residence: Design, Gastronomy & New Tradition of an Artisanal Ski Chalet with Liam Mugavin / A.I.R. Myoko 45:44

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In Episode 31 of the podcast we head to Akakura Onsen in Myoko Kogen to speak with design maker Liam Mugavin. Originally for Australia, Liam is the cofounder of A.I.R. Myoko – a ski in, ski out chalet which combines design, gastronomy and other artisanal influences to offer a different type of experience when it comes to ski accommodation in Japan.…

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Ski Trip Planning to Portillo, Chile with PR Pro Maureen Poschman 44:33

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Send us a text Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month Contact us about Ski Moms Events In this episode we meet Maureen Poshman founder of Promo Communications, a PR agency based in Aspen, Colorado that specializes in luxury travel and hospitality. Maureen and her family have lived in Aspen for many years and she shares he…

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🔒 AD FREE Ski Trip Planning to Portillo, Chile with Maureen Poschman 42:14

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text In this episode we meet Maureen Poshman founder of Promo Communications, a PR agency based in Aspen, Colorado that specializes in luxury travel and hospitality. Maureen and her family have lived in Aspen for many years and she shares her extensive knowledge of the area. Maureen’s agency works with Portillo, a …

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Oze National Park with Outdoor Guide Iida Taka / Nozawa Onsen Tours 40:45

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In Episode 30 of the podcast I speak with outdoor guide Iida Taka about Oze National Park. Straddling four prefectures of the snow country – Gunma, Niigata, Fukushima and Tochigi – Oze National Park is relatively small at 373 squared kilometres however its smaller size is in fact one of its attractions. Known for its lakes, wetlands, moors and mars…

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🔒 Ad free: The Ski Moms Discuss Ways to Get More Families Skiing 34:39

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text Welcome to the Ski Moms Podcast, where we dive into the experiences and insights of skiing families. Today, we’re excited to share the findings from our Ski Moms Happiness Survey. Survey Overview: The survey reached out to 1,000 women to understand the challenges and barriers they face in the skiing community.…

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The Ski Moms Discuss Ways to Get More Families Skiing 36:40

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Send us a text SHOP THE FATHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month Welcome to the Ski Moms Podcast, where we dive into the experiences and insights of skiing families. Today, we’re excited to share the findings from our Ski Moms Happiness Survey. Survey Overview: The survey reached out to 1,000 women t…

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The Sake, Sushi & Story of a Snow Country Port City with Jenya Yuss / Edge of Niigata 38:41

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In Episode 29 of the podcast we return to Niigata Prefecture and onto Niigata City to speak with Jenya Yuss. Jenya works for Edge of Niigata, a travel company based in Niigata City and operating tours and experiences in the city and wider prefecture. As such she’s an ideal person to introduce to the story and the reasons to visit Niigata. When Japa…

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Ski Moms' Happiness Survey Results Part Two 23:03

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Send us a text Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here. Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS. As an organization, we decided that standing on the sidelines waiting for change simply wasn't an option. The…

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🔒 AD FREE Ski Moms' Happiness Survey Results Part Two 22:04

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here. Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS. As an organization, we decided that standing on the sidelines waiting for change simply wasn't an option. The Ski Moms are trying to remove the frictio…

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How to avoid probate court, History through the lens of objects 1:26:40

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A Madison-based attorney offers advice for end-of-life planning. Then, we examine an effort to chronicle state history through objects, such as doorbells and heirloom ornaments.By Wisconsin Public Radio

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Touring Wisconsin food culture with a Midwest chef, Locating unmarked graves 1:28:20

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We tour through Wisconsin food history and how a Chicago chef wants people to look beyond classic meat and potatoes to understand Midwestern foodways. Then, a UW-Eau Claire geography and […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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What happens with our bodies when we’re asleep, The case for animal liberation 1:26:40

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We explore the sleep cycle and how moving through the stages is vital to getting high-quality rest. Then, nearly a half century ago, “Animal Liberation Now” helped fuel the animal […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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A new bucket list for exploring Wisconsin Dells, The oldest Team USA snowboarder to win gold 1:26:40

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The Wisconsin Dells has attracted visitors for generations. We explore the new book called “100 Things to do in the Wisconsin Dells Before You Die.” Then, we talk to a […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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Capturing the Landscapes & Seasons of the Snow Country: The Photography of Mark Davis 42:18

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In Episode 28 of the podcast I speak with Mark Davis, a Tokyo-based landscape photographer whose work focuses on the natural environments of Japan. Mark’s photography takes him into many areas of regional Japan with a particular interest in the snow country and its varied seasons. As such, his photography tells a more complete story of the snow cou…

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What your cat is trying to say, Wisconsin key to national rise of school voucher programs 1:26:40

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What does it mean when a cat meows? We talk with Sarah Brown, the author of a new book, “The Hidden Language of Cats: How They Have us at Meow.” […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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🔒 AD FREE Ski Moms' Happiness Survey Results Part One 34:03

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here. Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS. The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 women to find out what is standing between t…

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Ski Moms' Happiness Survey Results Part One 34:50

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Send us a text Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month Check out the Ski Moms Happiness Survey here. Thank you to Mabel's Labels for sponsoring the survey. Save 15% off your Mabel's Labels order with code: SKIMOMS. The Ski Moms' Happiness survey offers a unique data set for the ski industry. The Ski Moms' surveyed 1,000 wo…

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Sugarcane production on American soil, Running a family business 1:26:40

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A new investigative podcast takes us up close to the harsh conditions of migrant laborers who harvest sugarcane, and a powerful multi-billion dollar industry with human rights violations. Then, we […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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How to teach science, New tech expands how often consumers are asked to tip, Wisconsin poetry 1:26:40

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We explore the goals of science education with a longtime science educator. Then, we discuss new data on how Americans feel about tipping culture in the United States. Then, a panel of Wisconsin […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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Poet Cynthia Marie Hoffman, How Hubert Humphrey challenged his party on civil rights 1:26:40

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Author and poet Cynthia Marie Hoffman discusses her new poetry book, “Exploding Head.” Then, we examine the early years of Hubert Humphrey with roots in South Dakota and efforts to […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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Rising insurance rates, Food at dollar stores, Efforts to reduce smoking in Wisconsin 1:26:40

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We examine the projected continued increases of car and home insurance rates. Then, a researcher explains how dollar stores might make matters worse for communities with limited access to nutritious, […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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DIY advice from the Trans Handy Ma’am, Historian seeks to dispel myths of rural America in new book 1:26:40

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We talk with Mercury Stardust, known as the Trans Handy Ma’am on TikTok, about her new home maintenance book. Then, we hear from an Ohio historian on “The Lies of […]By Wisconsin Public Radio

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Skida Founder Corinne Prevot and her Mom Margie 43:34

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Send us a text Become a Premium Subscriber and Support the Ski Moms for $3/month Shop the Ski Mom's Mother's Day Gift Guide In this episode we meet Corinne Prevot the founder of Skida, and her mom Margie. Skida is a Vermont based gear and apparel company that is known for their colorful neck gaiters, headbands, and other outdoor accessories. Corrin…

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🔒 AD FREE Meet Skida Founder Corinne Prevot and her Mom, Margie 46:42

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Subscriber-only episode Send us a text In this episode we meet Corinne Prevot the founder of Skida, and her mom Margie. Skida is a Vermont based gear and apparel company that is known for their colorful neck gaiters, headbands, and other outdoor accessories. Corrine and Margie walk us through Skida’s origins story, starting when Corrine was a high …

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Tsuruoka, Yamagata: Japan's Best Food Destination, You've (Probably) Never Heard Of with Alexis Crump 43:30

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Episode 27 of the podcast takes us back to Yamagata Prefecture and onto Tsuruoka, a city known for its diverse and rich traditional food culture. In 2014 Tsuruoka was designated a UNESCO ‘Creative City of Gastronomy’ in recognition of that food culture including continued agricultural practices and use heirloom crops and wild plants foraged in the …

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Best of the Ski Moms: Brianne Manz All-Inclusive Ski Trip to Club Med France 39:21

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Send us a text Shop the Ski Mom's Mother's Day Gift Guide We know things get busy in December, so we're revisiting one of our FAVORITE topics...ski travel. In this episode we talk with Brianne Manz, ski mom of 3 (ages 14, 12, 10) and founder of Stroller in the City. Brianne went to ski in Europe at an all-inclusive Club Med resort. We were fascinat…

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Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route: A Snow Country Stories Japan Travel Guide 34:27

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Episode 26 of the podcast transports us along one of the snow country’s most popular destinations – the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route. Located in Chubu Sangaku National Park, the Alpine Route is a popular sightseeing route that transports visitors across Japan’s highest mountain range – the Kita Alps or North Alps. It takes a series of mountain tran…

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