Jonathan Ellsworth, Author at BLISTER

‘American Flyers’ with Jonathan Ellsworth & Simon Stewart (Ep.19)

August 13, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Kevin Costner, bike racer? Yep. 'American Flyers' was released 39 years ago this week, and Costner would go on to make some of the best sports films of all time. So how well does this bike film hold up? And how does it compare to the other bike film written by Steve Tesich, 'Breaking Away'? Jonathan and Simon discuss.

Rebecca Rusch & Carlos Perez on Mtn Biking, Gravel Riding, Rebecca’s Private Idaho, & More (Ep.320)

August 12, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with 7x world champion, Rebecca Rusch, and Bike Monkey founder, Carlos Perez, about mountain biking in the 2024 Olympics; whether gravel biking ought to be in the Olympics; the new Potato Olympics, and her signature event, Rebecca’s Private Idaho.

We talk to Blister bike reviewer Zach Henderson about his gear preferences when it comes to bikes, skis, and snowboarders. We also start the episode by remembering our friend and fellow reviewer, Eric Freson.

Reviewing the Reviewer: Zack Henderson (Ep.308)

August 9, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Blister bike reviewer Zach Henderson about his gear preferences when it comes to bikes, skis, and snowboarders. We also start the episode by remembering our friend and fellow reviewer, Eric Freson.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend, July 2024 (Ep.319)

September 3, 2024August 5, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss the Olympics; what makes someone an “athlete”; LeBron James & bikes; Amaury Pierron; the Most Canadian News; what we’re reading and watching; & more.

Blister Labs: Results from our On-Snow Ski Testing & Dynamic Modeling (Ep.307)

August 2, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Interested in ski design? Curious about where the next advancements in ski design might come from? Then you need to check out this conversation with Dr. Sean Humbert.

Ep. 18: 'Feel It All' with Drew Petersen & Jonathan Ellsworth

‘Feel It All’ with Drew Petersen & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.18)

July 23, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with Drew Petersen about his new running film / ski movie / documentary about some topics that are far bigger than skiing, running, and outdoor sports in general.

Cars vs. Bikes (Ep.317)

July 22, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cyclists injuries and deaths from auto collisions are on the rise, so what's being done to address this? We talk to the lead engineer of Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) at General Motors, who works on bicycle detection technology to help keep cyclists safer on the roads.

How to Design (and Own) a Well-Crafted, Affordable Home, with Zack Giffin (Ep.47)

July 17, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

These days, owning a beautiful home is often prohibitively expensive, while “affordable” housing too often fails to include quality craftsmanship. But there is a solution, and Zack Giffin reminds us of this and discusses the craft of designing smaller structures that address our true needs.

‘Breaking Away’ with Jonathan Ellsworth & Simon Stewart (Ep.17)

July 16, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Breaking Away features one of the biggest and coolest bike races ever (the Little 500) while also doubling as a fantastic coming-of-age film. So in honor of its 45th anniversary, Jonathan & Simon debate what’s aged the best; discuss its most rewatchable scenes; and Simon drops the hottest of Hot Takes.

Skin & Ski 3 Million Feet in a Year?? Noah Dines’ Big Objective (Ep.316)

July 15, 2024July 15, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Is it possible to skin and ski 3 million vertical feet in a year? On Jan 1st, 2024, Noah Dines set out to find out. So what prompted Noah to attempt this? What does his typical day look like? What have been the biggest challenges so far, and what gear is he using to pull this off?

When the world’s elite athletes compete later this month at the Olympic Games in Paris, who treats them? And when injuries happen, how are decisions made about whether the athlete can continue to compete? For answers, we talk to Dr. Gloria Beim, the Head Team Physician at the Olympic Games for Team USA. [Blister Podcast]

The Team Behind the Team: USA Olympic Head Team Physician, Dr. Gloria Beim (Ep.315)

July 8, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

When the world’s elite athletes compete later this month at the Olympic Games in Paris, who treats them? And when injuries happen, how are decisions made about whether the athlete can continue to compete? For answers, we talk to Dr. Gloria Beim, the Head Team Physician at the Olympic Games for Team USA.

Sage Cattabriga-Alosa on Pizza Making & Big-Mountain Skiing (Ep.45)

September 9, 2024July 4, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

One of the greatest big-mountain skiers of all time is also passionate about making great pizza. So what’s the story here, and what do you need to know to start making great pizza yourself?

On the Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan discuss the two new action-sports leagues; the inclusion of women at Red Bull Rampage; the latest controversies re: Nims Purja; Spring Energy’s questionably awesome sauce?; new rulings on liability waivers; what we’re reading & watching; & more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend, May & June 2024 (Ep.314)

July 1, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss the two new action-sports leagues; the inclusion of women at Red Bull Rampage; the latest controversies re: Nims Purja; Spring Energy’s questionably awesome sauce?; new rulings on liability waivers; what we’re reading & watching; & more.

La Marzocco Product Designer, Stefano Della Pietra (Ep.44)

June 26, 2024June 26, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

La Marzocco is the most iconic espresso-machine maker in the world, and last month, Jonathan spoke with their lead product designer, Stefano Della Pietra, about the history and core principles of the company; the task of taking La Marzocco into the future while staying true to the brand’s storied past; and more.

What outdoor sports film has the most star-studded cast of all time? And how come nobody seems to talk about it? The answer is the 2017 mockumentary, ‘Tour de Pharmacy,’ and with the Tour de France starting this Saturday, we thought it was the perfect time to watch and discuss this hilarious, kinda disturbing, completely ludicrous, and very NSFW film on our latest Blister Cinematic podcast.

‘Tour de Pharmacy’ with Jonathan Ellsworth & Simon Stewart (Ep.16)

September 9, 2024June 25, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

What outdoor sports film has the most star-studded cast of all time? Probably the 2017 mockumentary, ‘Tour de Pharmacy.’ It’s hilarious, kinda disturbing, completely ludicrous, and very NSFW.

On Blister Podcast ep. 313, We talk with Adrian Ballinger about the multiple sides of Everest, the many different ways to approach it, the culture of high-altitude mountaineering, and more.

Adrian Ballinger on Everest, Ethics, & Unexplored Places (Ep.313)

June 24, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with Adrian Ballinger about the multiple sides of Everest, the many different ways to approach it, the culture of high-altitude mountaineering, and more.

Coffee Gear, Pt. 4: “Hero Espresso” & Jonathan’s Current Setup (Ep.43)

September 9, 2024June 19, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Today’s the day. Simon Stewart and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss the coffee gear Jonathan ended up going with on his quest to create daily doses of ‘hero espresso’.

‘Wade in the Water’ with David Mesfin & Jonathan Ellsworth (Ep.15)

June 18, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our guest is David Mesfin, the writer, director, and producer of ‘Wade in the Water: A Journey into Black Surfing and Aquatic Culture’ that chronicles the 1000-year-old tradition of Black surfing and highlights some of the black surfers and surfing organizations that are forging the next chapters of this tradition.

On our latest Blister Podcast, we talk with professional climber Sasha DiGiulian about her unconventional journey, major setbacks, and remarkable achievements in and beyond the climbing world. We also go behind the scenes of the new documentary about her (which airs tomorrow on HBO and Max Here to Climb

Here to Climb: Sasha DiGiulian on Fitting In, Standing Out, & Her New Documentary (Ep.312)

June 17, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to professional climber Sasha DiGiulian about her unconventional journey, major setbacks, and remarkable achievements in and beyond the climbing world. We also go behind the scenes of the new documentary about her life, Here to Climb.

Since Jonathan missed our GEAR:30 ‘travel gear’ conversation a few weeks ago, he wanted to weigh in. So on this week’s episode, he and Kristin Sinnott open by discussing their recent trips; they discuss the question of ‘why we travel?’; and then, they dive into some of their favorite travel gear.

Travel Gear + Bringing Back the Snake Bite Black (Ep.301)

June 16, 2024June 14, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan and Kristin discuss their recent trips; the question of ‘why we travel?’; bringing back the endangered Snake Bite Black; and they dive into some of their favorite travel gear.

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