Recent Podcasts
A New Approach to Apparel: Raide Founder on Unconventional Shells, Zip-Off Baselayers, & ‘Staying Slippery’ (Ep.373)
The skis, ski boots, and bindings made for human-powered ski-touring are very different from the ones built for the resort. But what about the clothes? Raide has been rethinking what apparel for the skintrack vs. the resort could and should look like, and their new collection is quite the ambitious debut.
Gamux Founder Pascal Tinner on AON Racing, the ‘Trophy Truck,’ & More (Ep.304)
The Gamux Sego doesn’t look like anything else out there, but it’s downright normal-looking compared to some of the prototypes that Gamux has been experimenting with. So, what has Gamux been up to? Founder Pascal Tinner is here to tell us all about it.
Amanda Thomson on How Noughty AF Wine is Achieving the Seemingly Impossible (Ep.92)
Eli sat down with Amanda Thomson, founder of Noughty AF, to discuss what makes Noughty “wine, just better”; the differences between the American and European markets; and some of the most challenging aspects of creating a product line that has come to define quality N/A wine.
‘Emily in Paris’ (the ski episode) w/ Amie Engerbretson & Jonathan Ellsworth
Amie and Jonathan talk about the hit show, Emily in Paris, and specifically, the episode where Emily goes skiing (season 4, episode 6). So how is this show? And how well did they do portraying modern-day skiing? We discuss.
Reviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend, November 2025 (Ep.386)
Cody and Jonathan discuss our national parks’ new passes; why president Trump pardoned a trail runner; the Most Canadian News; they rate your takes; and share what they’ve been reading & watching.
Reviewer Reports: Early-Season Testing & Luke’s Dumbest Moment on Skis (Ep.372)
We’re back on snow and testing ski gear! So Jonathan and Luke cover several of the standout products they’ve been on so far; Luke confesses to one of the dumbest things he’s ever done on skis; they discuss underappreciated upsides of early-season skiing; and more.
Reviewing the News w/ Mike Ferrentino & Simon Stewart (Ep. 303)
Mike and Simon give an update on the exciting Cyclocross season so far, followed by some troubling recalls in the bike industry, a few interesting new products, and a whole lot more.
How Does a Small Craft Brand Break Out? SennzaFinne Shares Their BluePrint (Ep. 91)
In a spirits landscape full of massive brands and mega marketing budgets, what differentiates a craft producer? SennzaFinne, the Seattle based amaro producer founded by former bartenders, has found creative ways to make their mark.
OpenSnow’s Joel Gratz on the Outlook for This Winter; Extended Snow Forecasts; AI Updates; & More (Ep.385)
Joel Gratz, the founding meteorologist & CEO of OpenSnow, is back to talk about … snow! And snow forecasting. And what’s new in the world of weather modeling. So if you like snow and you like to know when & where the snow will fly, listen up!
Gear Gossip w/ Moment Skis’ Luke Jacobson (Ep.371)
Today we spill some tea, break some news, fire off a few rants, and we walk through Moment’s 25/26 lineup, including what Moment CEO, Luke Jacobson, believes to be the most significant changes to the line.
Best Bikes of the Century, Part 2 (Ep. 302)
Our search for the best bike of the 21st century continues. For Part 2, Simon Stewart, David Golay, Xan Marshland, and Zack Henderson have 16 more brands to argue over.
Caviar 101 with Black River Caviar (Ep.90)
Caviar. Is there any word — or food — that more quickly conjures up associations of luxury and opulence? We talk with Sarah Mayo for a deep dive into the history of global caviar production and the ways in which the modern market is shaping consumption.