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Pit Viper Co-Founders on String Theory; their Origin Story; Hotdogs; New Products; & More (Ep.252)

March 20, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Chuck Mumford and Chris Garcin started Pit Viper to inject more fun into skiing. But behind all the party vibes, they’ve also been sneaking in a good bit of functionality and performance into their products, too. Here’s their story. (Mostly, Chuck needed a place to shower.)

JT Holmes on Joining Peak Skis; Jumping into New Industries; Speed Riding; Ski Media; & More (Ep.251)

March 13, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

From big-mountain skiing to ski-base jumping to stunt work, JT Holmes has consistently pushed boundaries and explored new opportunities. And now, JT is joining Peak Skis. So we talk to JT about all of the above, and more.

On our latest episode of Reviewing the News on the Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan discuss the state of Warren Miller films; Mikaela Shiffrin & Lebron James; Eddie Bauer dropping its entire team of professional athletes; the Most Canadian News; Mtn Town Advice; & more. Check it out wherever you get your podcasts or on our site, and let us know your thoughts on Warren Miller, Eddie Bauer, etc.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (February 2023) (Ep.250)

March 6, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody & Jonathan discuss the state of Warren Miller; Mikaela Shiffrin & Lebron James; Eddie Bauer dropping its team of professional athletes; the Most Canadian News; Mtn Town Advice; & more.

Geoff McFetridge on Telemark vs. Alpine Skiing; Graphics; & Broadening Outdoor Media (Ep.249)

March 6, 2023February 27, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our friend (and wildly accomplished artist & designer), Geoff McFetridge, came to CB to pay us a visit, and after two great days of skiing, Geoff and Jonathan sat down in Blister HQ to talk telemark vs alpine skiing; ski graphics (and Geoff’s favorite graphic on a ski in Blister HQ); broadening outdoor media; Blister swag; and more.

Blister Summit 2023 just wrapped up, so on our Blister Podcast, Jonathan shares a few words about it; announces the dates for our 2024 Blister Summit, and offers a few thoughts about what the strikingly handsome Justin Bobb described as “the time of my life — literally one of the best weeks ever.”

Quick Thoughts on our Blister Summit + Summit 2024 Dates (Ep.248)

February 20, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan shares a few words about our Blister Summit that just wrapped up; announces the dates for our 2024 Blister Summit, and offers a few thoughts about what the strikingly handsome Justin Bobb described as “the time of my life — literally one of the best weeks ever.”

Drew Petersen on Skiing with College Kids, Mtn Towns & Mental Health, & More (Ep.247)

February 13, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan sits down with Drew Petersen in Blister HQ to talk about skiing with Western Colorado University’s freeride team, and to dive deeper into certain topics around mountain towns and mental health that Drew explores in his film (that you can watch on YouTube), Ups & Downs.

On our latest episode of Reviewing the News on the Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan discuss Kyle Smaine, tragedy, & avalanche safety; separating vs always staying together in the backcountry; Mountain Town Advice, the most Canadian news; coffee gear; and more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (January 2023) (Ep.246)

February 6, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss Kyle Smaine, tragedy, & avalanche safety; separating vs always staying together in the backcountry; Mountain Town Advice, the most Canadian news; coffee gear; & more.

On our Blister Podcast, we’re talking about the ski industry, ski manufacturing, and sustainability in general, and Atomic’s own historical and quite recent initiatives, including their new annual Impact Statement.

Ski Manufacturing, Sustainability, & Atomic’s New Impact Statement (Ep.245)

January 30, 2023January 30, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Today we’re talking about the ski industry, ski manufacturing, and sustainability in general, and Atomic’s own historical and quite recent initiatives, including their new, annual Impact Statement.

On our Blister Podcast, we talk to Jess Baker and Rachael Burks about sailing, skiing, and what happens when you combine a renewable energy sailboat with an arctic ski expedition in Greenland for the first time ever, which they documented in the film, Going Greenland.

Tales of Sailing, Skiing, & “Going Greenland” with Jess Baker & Rachael Burks (Ep.244)

January 16, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to Jess Baker and Rachael Burks about sailing, skiing, and what happens when you combine a renewable energy sailboat with an arctic ski expedition in Greenland for the first time ever.

When trying to gain clarity on issues of climate change (where we are, where we’ve been, and where we should go from here) it is a good idea to talk to Bill McKibben. Bill’s book, The End of Nature was one of the first books written for the general public about these issues; and through the creation of 350.org and 3rd Act, Bill has continued to bring attention to these issues and mobilize communities to bring about change. Check out Jonathan’s conversation with Bill on our latest #BlisterPodcast, which you can find wherever you download your podcasts, or on our site.

Bill McKibben: Skier, Environmentalist, Activist, Author (Ep.243)

January 9, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

When trying to gain clarity on issues of climate change (where we are, where we’ve been, and where we should go from here) it is a good idea to talk to Bill McKibben.

On our latest episode of Reviewing the News on the Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan discuss Cody’s not-so-excellent recent adventures; nuclear fusion; whether ski areas should be nationalized; iPhones, Apple watches, & 911 calls; our first ever Relationship Advice questions; The White Lotus; and more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (December 2022) (Ep.242)

June 21, 2023January 2, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We discuss Cody’s not-so-excellent recent adventures; nuclear fusion; nationalizing ski areas?; iPhones, Apple watches, & 911 calls; Relationship Advice; The White Lotus; and more.

Blister Reviewers’ 2022 Highlights & 2023 Resolutions (Ep.241)

December 26, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

A number of our Blister reviewers reflect on some of their favorite moments of 2022, and share with us their resolutions for 2023.

Last month, Garrett Madison, Ted Hesser, and their team summited an unnamed, unclimbed peak in Nepal above the village of Khembalung. So on the Blister Podcast, we talked with them about the details and style of the climb; naming the peak; and more.

A First Ascent in Nepal: Garrett Madison & Ted Hesser (Ep.240)

December 19, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Last month, Garrett Madison, Ted Hesser, and their team summited an unnamed, unclimbed peak in Nepal above the village of Khembalung. So I talked with them about the details and style of the climb; naming the peak; and more.

On our Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan discuss the FWT x FIS merger; the claim that tech + skiing with the right technique will prevent avalanches; more Outside layoffs; the most Canadian news; Mountain Town Advice; our least favorite QBs; our big disagreement about the ending of The Bear (with spoilers); and more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (November 2022) (Ep.239)

December 12, 2022December 12, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss the FWT x FIS merger; the most Canadian news; our least favorite QBs; our big disagreement about the ending of The Bear (with spoilers); and more.

Our new Blister + Spot Membership, with Spot founder Matt Randall (Ep.238)

December 5, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Our Blister + Spot Membership is going to help a lot of people. So we talk with Spot founder, Matt Randall, about how it works; why it’s important for anyone who doesn’t have insurance; why it’s important for anyone who has insurance but high deductibles; and more.

Modern Weather Forecasting with OpenSnow Founder & Meteorologist, Joel Gratz (Ep.237)

November 28, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to OpenSnow founder, Joel Gratz, about the science of weather forecasting; the many weather models being used today; his love of skiing and snow; what led him to start a weather forecasting company; and more.

Benji Alexander on Life after the Olympics & the Future of Snowsports (Ep.236)

November 21, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Since becoming Jamaica’s first Olympic alpine ski racer, nothing has slowed down for Benji Alexander. So we caught up with Benji to talk about post-Olympics life; opening doors for other athletes; ensuring the future of snowsports; and more.

Connor Ryan & Drew Petersen on Skiing, Running, & the Salomon QST Film Tour (Ep.235)

November 14, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Connor Ryan and Drew Petersen were in CB for the Salomon Quality Ski Time Film Tour, so we sat down with them to talk about the tour, their friendship, Hilaree Nelson, the act of celebrating others, skiing, running, and a whole lot more.

On our latest Blister Podcast, Cody and Jonathan are back to review the news, including the latest Fifty Project episode (The Sphinx); the US Alpine Team’s new name & sponsor; Cotopaxi closing its San Francisco store after repeated break ins; NFL Talk; Mountain Town Advice; what we’re reading & watching; and more.

Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (October 2022) (Ep.234)

November 8, 2022November 7, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Cody and Jonathan discuss the latest 50 Project episode (The Sphinx); the US Alpine Team’s new name & sponsor; Cotopaxi closing its San Francisco store after repeated break-ins; NFL Talk; Mountain Town Advice; what we’re reading & watching; and more.

Markus Eder talks on the Blister Podcast about filming The Ultimate Run, competing on the Freeride World Tour & the Olympics, his mental preparation, designing the Volkl Revolt 121, and more

Markus Eder on Training, Pressure, Mental Prep, & the Golden Age of Skiing (Ep.233)

October 31, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk to one of the best big-mountain skiers of all time, Markus Eder, about training; skateboarding as prep for ski season; the golden age of skiing; competing; filming the Ultimate Run; lessons from Hoji and Sam Anthamatten; the Volkl ‘Built Together’ program; & more.

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