Best The Biathlon Podcast Podcasts (2024)

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May Biathlon Catch Up 1:00:52

18d ago1:00:52

1:00:52

It's time to catch up on all of the biathlon news from May 2024 including: - Dorothea Wierer continues through 2026 Olympics - Stina Nilsson back to XC skiing - Discussion of Rico Gross going to the Bulgarian team (this was recorded just hours before it was announced that he's not going to the Bulgarian team) - Czech team coaching changes - Early r…

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Armin Auchentaller: Steppingstone to the Future 36:45

19d ago36:45

36:45

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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Episode 21 11:22

6h ago11:22

11:22

June is Dairy Month! And to celebrate, let’s talk about Sunday June 23’s Sundae on a Dairy Farm, (actually to be held at the Calumet County Fairgrounds in Chilton, this year). Joining host Rick Sense for today’s episode is Sue Schultz, one of the organizers of the event.By Calumet County

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

4h ago34:58

34:58

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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Episode 20 37:11

2d ago37:11

37:11

In episode 20, Clara and Larry Hedrich join host Rick Sense for a conversation about their KIDFARM in Chilton and then delve into the world of agritourism in Calumet County. In the late 70’s, eager to return to their rural roots, Larry and Clara bought a “hobby farm” in the heart of Wisconsin, America’s Dairyland. Along with their homestead, they …

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 105 - Tara Geraghty-Moats Interview 1:20:12

4d ago1:20:12

1:20:12

We were so fortunate to be joined by the author of one of the truly unique stories in biathlon: Tara Geraghty-Moats. Sure, you might know that she was once a Nordic Combiner, but what else do you know about her journey? We discuss her start in Nordic sports at a very young age and the winding path that has brought her here to the IBU Biathlon World…

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Caffeine Boost: The Impact on Sports Performance (with Jean Paul Perret) 49:59

8d ago49:59

49:59

This time, Dr. Tim Podlogar and Alex Rhodes were joined by sports nutritionist Dr. Jean Paul Perret, who has been working with elite cyclists for the last few years to monitor their nutrition. They were talking about caffeine, one of the most commonly used supplements in the world of endurance sports. It is used by recreational athletes and profess…

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What the Heck is a Ski Playground? 53:05

10d ago53:05

53:05

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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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 104 - May 2024 Catch Up #2! 27:08

11d ago27:08

27:08

Surprise! We are back after just 1 week! This was actually a surprise for us as well as we didn't know we were recording it until we started. Today we discuss: - RJ's recent deep dive on if any national wax teams or ski brands were particularly successful in this most recent season - Coaching carousel including the Ricco Gross update, the Swiss coa…

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Episode 18 20:50

15d ago20:50

20:50

Gloria Regan, former Calumet County and Wisconsin Fairest of the Fair and current board member of the Calumet County Agricultural Association, joins host Rick Sense to discuss the 2024 Calumet County Fair to be held over Labor Day Weekend at the Calumet County Fairgrounds in Chilton.By Calumet County

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Episode 19 31:27

16d ago31:27

31:27

Emmy Award winning producer Regan Ernst as well as Josh Ostermann, both of Discover Mediaworks (DW), join host Rick Sense to discuss the success of DW's long-running Discover Wisconsin television show and the production of Calumet County based stories for an upcoming episode of the Uniquely Wisconsin television show.…

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Episode 17 34:28

23d ago34:28

34:28

Sean Becker, Director of Operations and Athlete Development at Ariens Nordic Center, joins host Rick Sense to talk about the first-ever U.S. Biathlon Midwest Regional Summer Biathlon Championships and U.S. Biathlon Masters Nationals and NorAm Masters Championships to be held at Ariens Nordic Center. Additionally, Sean and Rick discuss U.S. Biathlon…

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Episode 16 22:05

1M ago22:05

22:05

Jon Woelfel and Kerri Futch join host Rick Sense to talk about Wolf and Fox Winery opening June 1, 2024, at Woelfel Homestead. We talk grapes, weddings, concerts, and about the exciting future of this beautiful Calumet County destination!By Calumet County

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Hot or Cold: How to Adapt Your Training to Different Weather Conditions 59:23

1M ago59:23

59:23

The body functions optimally within a narrow temperature range. In the latest episode of the Nduranz podcast, Dr. Tim Podlogar and Alex Rhodes discuss adapting training to different temperatures. Alex has extensive experience with the cold, while Tim spends hours training in the heat. Fueling Calculator ➡️ https://nduranz.com/pages/fueling-calculat…

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Episode 15 23:25

1M ago23:25

23:25

Greg Hageman from the New Holstein Historical Society joins Rick Sense to discuss two of New Holstein's must-see destinations, the Timm House and Pioneer Corner Museum.By Calumet County

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 102 - National Championships and Breakthrough Seasons 1:12:24

2M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

It's time to talk more biathlon! Let be honest it's always time to talk more biathlon. We reconvened to discuss: - French, Swiss, Swedish, and Norwegian national championships - A little bit of biathlon news - Was there a connection between ski brand and ski speed this season - Jordan's connection with Tarjei Boe - A preview/overview of some breakt…

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Episode 14 28:51

2M ago28:51

28:51

Dana and Eric Krueger owners of the historic and iconic Crystal Ballroom in St John join host Rick Sense to discuss dance, live music, special news about the Mile of Music event, weddings, and so much more taking place at "The Crystal."By Calumet County

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Episode 31 - Forget About It 29:25

2M ago29:25

29:25

Why do we remember some things and forget others? In this episode, Lizzie Boyle wanders through the halls of the mind, exploring how we form, store and retrieve memories and visiting philosophy, pyschology and literature. All to set the scene for a review of Germany's World Cup Biathlon season because, basically, she forgot to mention them last tim…

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 101 - 2023-2024 Season Recap Pt 2 Women 1:13:55

2M ago1:13:55

1:13:55

It's time to recap the 2023-2024 Biathlon World Cup season! Here in part 2 we discuss the women including: - Lou Jeanmonnot announcing herself as a contender now and in the future - Lisa Vittozzi finishing off one of the most remarkable career comebacks in biathlon history - Lena Haecki-Gross in year 10 of her career becomes the best Swiss woman in…

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Penalty Loop Biathlon Podcast Episode 100!!! 41:54

2M ago41:54

41:54

It's our 100th Episode! We recap our journey of where we started and everything that has happened over the last 100 episodes. A big THANK YOU! To everybody who has listened and joined us along the way! We also cover 2 pieces of big news: 1) Christian Gow, Biathlon Canada mainstay, announced his retirement 2) Tarjei Boe is back! Please check out my …

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Episode 13 17:22

2M ago17:22

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The Calumet County "tourism brain trust" gathers to talk about the exciting, upcoming summer and fall 2024 tourism season. Listen to Lindsay Meyer and Louise Marum from the Calumet County Parks Department as they join host Rick Sense.By Calumet County

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

2M ago47:20

47:20

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

2M ago34:48

34:48

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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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 99 - 2023-2024 Season Recap Pt 1 Men 1:13:16

2M ago1:13:16

1:13:16

It's time to recap the 2023-2024 Biathlon World Cup season! We broke our recap up in 2 parts rather than giving you one massive nearly 3 hour podcast. Here in part 1 we discuss the men including: - JT Boe's 5th Overall title was better than you may have thought - Some young men showing off including Eric Perrot, Tommaso Giacomel, and Campbell Wrigh…

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What Have XTERRA and Winter Triathlon in Common? 25:12

2M ago25:12

25:12

We are pleased to announce that we have a new host. Alex Rhodes is a well-known name in the world of triathlon, especially in XTERRA and winter triathlon. In his first episode, you'll get to know him, what he does and why Tim Podlogar thinks he's crazy to be training on British roads.By NDURANZ

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 98 Canmore Recap with RJ's Interviews 1:23:07

2M ago1:23:07

1:23:07

We head back to Canmore for one more episode! This time around we do our normal discussion about the racing but this time we have interviews! We discuss: - Exhausted athletes - JT Boe winning the Globe in style - Anna Gandler continues to shine - The French and Italians close out the season very strong - Lisa Vittozzi and Lou Jeanmonnot giving us a…

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Wrapping up the Competition Season 39:08

2M ago39:08

39:08

In today's episode, we recap the Para Nordic World Championships in Prince George BC, the final World Cup's of the season, and the 2024 Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals in Nakkertok QC. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one m…

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'23/'24 Season Ending Podcast 1:17:19

3M ago1:17:19

1:17:19

What an incredible end to the season. The women's overall was a fight Are we witnessing the GOAT? Overdue WCH reactions Was the Fluor ban a big deal? USA, USA, USA! Way too early predictions

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The Season Is Over! So Who Took Home the Trophies? 39:19

3M ago39:19

39:19

Will runs through the final week of the World Cup season as we found out who’d be taking the crystal globes this year.

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 97 RJ's Stories from Canmore 2023-2024 1:15:03

3M ago1:15:03

1:15:03

In part 1 of our recap of the conclusion of the World Cup biathlon season in Canmore we have story time with RJ! He shares the tales of his weekend mixing and mingling with fans, athletes and coaches and gives us the sense of what it was like on the ground as the greatest biathletes in the world converged on Canada. In this episode we hear: - His d…

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Episode 30 - From A to Z 35:44

3M ago35:44

35:44

It's the end of the Biathlon World Cup season which means a chance to look back at the racing from Soldier Hollow and Canmore and host Lizzie Boyle's A to Z of the whole season. We'll also meet an intrepid British explorer of the 19th century and try to solve the mystery of The Man With Three Names... You can download a transcript of thi…

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Episode 12 March 2024 14:11

3M ago14:11

14:11

Gravity Park USA's Bob Schneider joins host Rick Sense to discuss the iconic Calumet County racing facility, its history, upcoming season, and why it is such a 'Calumet Cool' place to be.By Calumet County

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4 Biggest Takeaways From Soldier Hollow 24:01

3M ago24:01

24:01

With the screaming and cheering caused by Jacquelin taking it's toll on his voice, Will croaks his way through his biggest takes from the weeks action

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Penalty Loop Biathlon Podcast Episode 96 Soldier Hollow Recap 1:12:58

3M ago1:12:58

1:12:58

Biathlon returns to North America and the racing was absolutely electric. It absolutely left us breathless so we had to wait and record a little later so we can recover! This week we discussed: - The epic Men's Pursuit race including JT Boe and the Emilien Jacquelin experience - The Lou Jeanmonnot weekend and what would have to happen for her to wi…

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Episode 11 March 2024 19:49

3M ago19:49

19:49

Bonnie Keyes from Mulberry Lane Farm joins host Rick Sense to talk about the ag-venture that awaits at Mulberry Lane Farm in Calumet County.By Calumet County

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Checking in with Canada's Graham Ritchie & Lahti World Cup Recap and Prince George Impressions 44:29

3M ago44:29

44:29

In this episode, Jesse and Nathaniel recap the World Cup from Lahti, Finland, Nathaniel reports from the 2024 Para Biathlon World Championships in Prince George, BC, and Jesse interviews Graham Ritchie to get an update on the recovery from his December ankle injury and previews the final two weekends of World Cup action. Nordiq Canada is the govern…

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World Cup Comes to America 40:12

3M ago40:12

40:12

This weekend American fans will be trackside at Utah’s Olympic and Paralympic venue of Soldier Hollow as the BMW IBU World Cup Biathlon tour comes to the USA for the first time in five years. In anticipation, Heartbeat went behind the scenes at Soldier Hollow to learn more about the event – how it got back to America after five years, what it takes…

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Retirement, Redemption & a Photo Finish! Oslo Recap 46:40

3M ago46:40

46:40

Will breaks down an incredible week of racing from Holmenkollen Park, looks at the odds for the upcoming sprints in Utah and reacts to Benny Doll retiring at the end of the season.

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Episode 29- The Dark Path 28:37

3M ago28:37

28:37

In this episode, host Lizzie Boyle walks through some of the darker pathways of sports to try to understand why bad things happen and how to prevent them in future. It's not all bad though: we also look back on the racing in Oslo and ahead to a busy week, with the Biathlon World Cup in Soldier Hollow, Utah and the Para Biathlon World Championships …

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Globetrotting with Elias and Emily 27:29

3M ago27:29

27:29

Imagine being 17 or 18 years old and traveling the world, living your life out of a duffel bag while pursuing the sport you love. That’s the life of Alaskan Elias Soule and Utah native Emily Caldwell. Elias and Emily are two of the top U.S. Biathlon junior athletes, rising up out of outstanding club programs and now taking their skills on the road.…

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Penalty Loop Biathlon Podcast Episode 95 2023-2024 Oslo Recap 1:20:46

3M ago1:20:46

1:20:46

It was a rainy and fairly gross weekend in Oslo, but it was another thrilling weekend of racing! This week on the pod we discussed all of the action including: - The really exciting state of the Overall races with it being completely undecided with 2 weekends to go - Did Tandrevold fix her shooting and is she now the prohibitive favorite? If not he…

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Para Biathlon World Ski Championships Preview With Mark Arendz 37:57

3M ago37:57

37:57

In this episode, Mark Arendz talks about the upcoming 2024 Para Biathlon World Championships and Para Nordic World Cup Finals in Prince George, BC. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating an…

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Episode 10 February 2024 18:52

4M ago18:52

18:52

Jodi & Jim Schumacher from Schumacher's Shanty of Stockbridge join Travel Calumet Original Podcast host rick Sense to discuss the story of Schumacher's Shanty, Destination Stockbridge, the recent Sturgeon Spearing Season, and Lake Winnebago recreation!By Calumet County

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Who Will Win the First Crystal Globes of The Season? 25:30

4M ago25:30

25:30

Will runs through the biggest topics in biathlon, including worries for Sweden and predictions for this week’s races over in Oslo.

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Episode 28 - We Could Be Heroes 24:45

4M ago24:45

24:45

Wow! What a World Championships we had! In this episode, host Lizzie Boyle looks back on the racing at Nove Mesto, explores what makes a hero, celebrates some of the hidden stars of NMNM24 and also references Tolkien, James Joyce and Cool Runnings. It's a journey... You can find a transcript of this podcast at https://drive.google.com/file/d/1InRuT…

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 94 Anna Gandler Returns 1:05:33

4M ago1:05:33

1:05:33

Anna Gandler was so kind to grace us with her time this week! We covered many fun topics with the up and coming Austrian biathlete including: - Her spectacular 2024 World Championships in Nove Mesto by every aspect of racing. - Getting a new rifle this season and learning to adapt to it. - A delicious discussion on German/Austrian snacks - Running …

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Sitting Down with Canada's First Ever U23 Nordic World Ski Championships Gold Medal Relay Team 53:48

4M ago53:48

53:48

In today's episode, we chat with Liliane Gagnon, Derek Deuling, Max Hollmann, and Jasmine Drolet about their gold medal at the 2024 Nordic U23 World Ski Championships. We also recap the Para nordic World Cup's in Italy, the FIS World Cup's in Canmore and Minneapolis, and the 2024 Nordic World Junior Ski Championships in Planica Slovenia. Nordiq Can…

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Bonus Broadcast 1 February 2024 4:58

4M ago4:58

4:58

Calumet County Treasurer and former golf course assistant pro Mike Schlaak talks Calumet County golf with Rick Sense (Travel Calumet Original Podcast host) after Golf Digest ranked Wisconsin the top state for public golf courses in the US.By Calumet County

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The Biggest World Championship Winners & Losers 1:14:34

4M ago1:14:34

1:14:34

On this weeks Biathlon Podcast, Will breaks down all 12 races from the 2024 World Championships in Nove Mesto, running through the biggest winners and losers from the last 2 weeks of action. Plus thoughts on Mona Brorsson retiring at the end of the season.

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Penalty Loop Podcast Episode 92 Nove Mesto World Championships Part 2 1:41:35

4M ago1:41:35

1:41:35

After a thrilling conclusion to the 2023-2024 Biathlon World Championships in Nove Mesto our heads were absolutely spinning. As we covered the first half of the events on part 1, after covering some big picture take aways we tried to focus on the races and stories from the 2nd half starting with the Individual races. Some of the items discussed inc…

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