BLISTER Podcast | BLISTER Outdoor Media & Gear Reviews

When outdoor athletes get injured, what happens? On our latest Blister Podcast, we talk about that with Atomic athletes Jossi Wells, Tonje Kvivik, and Team Manager, Noah Wallace, and we break news about Atomic that sets a new standard for what it means to take care of outdoor athletes.

Atomic’s Jossi Wells, Tonje Kvivik, & Noah Wallace on the Realities of Being a Pro Athlete & the Creation of a New Industry Standard (Ep.321)

August 19, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

When outdoor athletes get injured, what happens? Today we talk about that with Atomic athletes Jossi Wells, Tonje Kvivik, and Noah Wallace, and we share news from Atomic that sets a new standard for what it means to take care of outdoor athletes.

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.

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.

Brendan Leonard on Ultra-Something (Ep.318)

July 31, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Brendan Leonard (semi-rad.com) is here to talk about junk food, foam rollers, lab mice, can’t-miss business ideas; and his fantastic new book, Ultra-Something.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

On our latest Blister Podcast, we talk with U.S. Ski Hall of Famer, Mike Hattrup, about his days as a competitive mogul skier; being featured in iconic ski films like ‘The Blizzard of AAHHH’s’; his decades working in gear testing and development; and his latest role with Eleven Experience.

Mike Hattrup: A Life in Skiing (Ep.311)

June 10, 2024June 10, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk with U.S. Ski Hall of Famer, Mike Hattrup, about his days as a competitive mogul skier; being featured in iconic ski films like ‘The Blizzard of AAHHH’s’; his decades working in gear testing and development; and his latest role with Eleven Experience.

Hall of Famer Bill Walton on Life, Bikes, Music, & More (Ep.310)

June 3, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Last week, we lost one of the greatest basketball players of all-time, and a person with an all-time love of bikes. Today, Jonathan talks about what Bill meant to him personally, and we’re republishing here the conversation he had with Bill back on our Bikes & Big Ideas podcast.

On our latest Blister Podcast, we talk with Eric Blehm, author of The Darkest White. (as well as books such as ‘Fearless’ and ‘The Only Thing Worth Dying For’.) His latest, The Darkest White, is a book we think every snowboarder and skier should read. We go behind the scenes with Eric to talk about the legend, Craig Kelly; Eric’s extensive research on this project; and why The Darkest White is really (at least) 6 books in 1

Author Eric Blehm on Craig Kelly & ‘The Darkest White’ (Ep.309)

May 27, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our guest is Eric Blehm, author of The Darkest White, which is a book that every snowboarder and skier should read.

If you love skiing, snowboarding, trail running, or mountain biking, then why the hell do you need to know about things like short-term rentals, zoning codes, and accessory dwelling units? Because those things will impact whether or not you will be able to continue to ski, snowboard, run, bike, or live in some of your favorite places. So Troy Russ is back on the Blister Podcast for another conversation about what we need to know — and do — re: housing issues and mountain town economics

Housing Solutions & Mountain Town Economics with Troy Russ (Ep.308)

May 20, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

If you love skiing, snowboarding, trail running, or mountain biking, then why the hell do you need to know about things like short-term rentals, zoning codes, and accessory dwelling units? Troy Russ explains.

Dr. Len Necefer (founder of the Sonoran Avalanche Center & NativesOutdoors) is back on the Blister Podcast to discuss cloud seeding; the passing of the EXPLORE Act; trigger warnings; the most Italian news?; skiing on mushroom moguls; what we’re reading & watching; and more

Reviewing the News w/ Dr. Len Necefer, April 2024 (Ep.307)

May 6, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan and Len discuss cloud seeding; the passing of the EXPLORE Act; trigger warnings; skiing on mushroom moguls; what we’re reading & watching; and more.

A Brief-ish History of Blister with Jonathan Ellsworth and Michael Clarke (Ep.306)

April 23, 2024April 22, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

So who was really behind the creation of BLISTER, and did the whole thing get started because of a misunderstanding over a couple of beers? Today, we dive into the origins story of Blister, with the two people most responsible for it.

On our latest Blister Podcast, Mountain Gazette owner, Mike Rogge, is back to talk with Jonathan about their ongoing feud; media coverage of the eclipse; two stories from the soon-to-be-released MG #201; what they’re reading and watching (including Bluey, Road House, and why Rogge often tells people to watch the movie, Cocktail with Tom Cruise), and more.

Mountain Gazette owner, Mike Rogge on Feuds, Media Coverage, Movies, & More (Ep.305)

April 17, 2024April 15, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Mountain Gazette owner, Mike Rogge, is back to talk with Jonathan about their ongoing feud; media coverage of the eclipse; two stories from the soon-to-be-released MG #201; what they’re reading and watching; and more.

At our Blister Summit, Angel Collinson, Mallory Duncan, Elyse Saugstad, & Vasu Sojitra shared stories about their all-time favorite days in the mountains; their scariest experiences; times they were the most starstruck; what they wish they could tell their younger selves; and more. Listen Here, or watch on our YouTube Channel.

Angel Collinson, Mallory Duncan, Elyse Saugstad, & Vasu Sojitra: Stories from the Field (Ep.304)

April 8, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Angel Collinson, Mallory Duncan, Elyse Saugstad, & Vasu Sojitra share stories about their all-time favorite days in the mountains; their scariest experiences; times they were the most starstruck; what they wish they could tell their younger selves; and more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend, March 2024 (Ep.303)

April 1, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and JE discuss the end of The Fifty; the Crankworx riders’ strike; JHMR’s parking lot controversy; the drugged-up Olympic Games; the ‘Road House’ remake; & more.

Misplaced Guilt? Misplaced Pride? A Different Conversation about Climate Issues (Ep.302)

March 25, 2024 by Jonathan Ellsworth

What should we do to most significantly & quickly improve the current climate situation? Jonathan talks with Amie Engerbretson (Atomic); Dr. Len Necefer (Founder, the Sonoran Avalanche Center); and Jake Black (Protect Our Winters) to address this and a whole lot more.

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