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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.

Blister Labs: AI, Machine Learning, & Ski Reviewing (Ep.233)

February 1, 2024January 27, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Dr. Sean Humbert is back to provide an update on our ski testing at Blister Labs; discuss the potential of artificial intelligence and machine learning for product reviewing and ski recommendation engines; and more.

Jonathan Ellsworth & Dylan Wood review the Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD 130 BOA for Blister

Year of the BOA? Atomic’s Matt Manser on New Ski Boots, Liners, & BOA Systems (Ep.232)

June 5, 2023January 20, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Matt Manser is back to go deep on the new 23/24 Atomic Hawx Ultra XTD (and XTD BOA GW); the new Hawx Ultra XTD Mimic Professional liner; the all-new Atomic Backland XTD; and why we’re seeing the proliferation of the BOA system on ski boots.

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.

On GEAR:30, Jonathan is joined by Alex and Matt from Powder7 in Golden, Colorado, to talk about shop life, gear, the price of single-day lift passes, and more. Then Blister bike editor, David Golay, jumps on to tell his Crashes & Close Calls story.

Shop Talk: Powder7 + ‘Crashes & Close Calls’ (Ep.231)

January 13, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan talks shop life, gear, the price of single-day lift passes, and more with Alex and Matt from Powder7 in Golden, Colorado. Then Blister bike editor, David Golay, jumps on to tell his “Crashes & Close Calls” story.

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.

Jeremy Jones on the Evolution of Snowboard Design (Ep.230)

January 6, 2023 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Today we’ve got for you a masterclass on the history and evolution of snowboard design with Jeremy Jones, as well as Jeremy’s own philosophy behind product creation and refinement at Jones Snowboards.

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.

On GEAR:30, we’re talking ski gear, customer trends, & sustainability initiatives (from the POV of a shop owner) with Mike Donohue of Outdoor Gear Exchange, our Blister Recommended Shop in Burlington, Vermont. And we have a great listener-submitted story for “Crashes & Close Calls.”

Shop Talk: Outdoor Gear Exchange, Burlington, VT + Crashes & Close Calls (Ep.229)

December 30, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

We talk ski gear, customer trends, & sustainability initiatives (from the POV of a shop owner) with Mike Donohue of OGE, and we have a great listener-submitted story for “Crashes & Close Calls.”

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.

Jonathan Ellsworth, Luke Koppa, Kara Williard, and Dylan Wood discuss some of the notable gear they’ve been reviewing this season. They also discuss Christmas quesadillas; whether it’s okay to put sweaty ski socks on boot dryers; and we launch a new GEAR:30 segment called Crashes & Close Calls.

Reviewer Reports + Crashes & Close Calls (Ep.228)

December 23, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Jonathan, Kara, Luke, and Dylan discuss some of the notable gear they’ve been reviewing this season, and we also launch a new GEAR:30 segment called Crashes & Close Calls.

Dr. Anh Bui on Running Resiliently, Strength Training 101, & the Fine Points of Form (Ep.151)

December 20, 2022December 20, 2022 by Matt Mitchell

It’s common knowledge that adopting a strength training routine is a great way to reduce our risk of developing a running injury, but knowing exactly where to start can be difficult if you don’t have a ton of experience in the gym. So, we spoke to Dr. Anh Bui, a physical therapist, certified strength coach, and USATF-certified running coach, about some guiding principles for those looking to get started.

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.

Blister Labs: Travis Hainsworth on Soft Robotics, MoCap, & Wheelsets (Ep.227)

February 1, 2024December 16, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

When Travis Hainsworth isn’t out on his highly questionable one-ski quiver, he’s busy being the associate director of the Western-CU Boulder Computer Science Program here in Gunnison, CO, and an integral member of our Blister Labs team.

Ryan Montgomery on Creating an LGBTQ+ Trail Community Through ‘Out Trails’ (Ep.150)

December 13, 2022 by Matt Mitchell

Ultrarunning is often admired for the strength of its community, a quality that unites runners with a sense of belonging. However, we can always do more to ensure that this feeling of acceptance extends to everyone, regardless of how they identify. So, we sat down with Altra Athlete Ryan Montgomery to talk to him about Out Trails, an initiative he started to help build safe spaces for LGBTQ+ runners.

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.

Heritage Lab Skis, with Marshal Olson (Ep.226)

December 9, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Too often, we have to mourn the discontinuation of our all-time favorite ski designs. So Marshal Olson started Heritage Lab Skis to fix that.

Jason Hardrath on Deer Collisions, Convoluted Bliss, & Keeping the Dream Alive (Ep.149)

December 6, 2022 by Matt Mitchell

Since his first appearance on our show back in March, Jason Hardrath has spent much of his summer touring his film, “Journey to 100,” in cities across the country. But life on the road hasn’t stopped him from continuing to set some pretty mind-blowing FKTs while he’s at it, so we had him on to hear all about them, 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.

Matt Manser on Atomic’s 22/23 Ski Boot Lineup & More (Ep.225)

December 2, 2022 by Jonathan Ellsworth

Matt Manser is back to discuss the current lineup of Atomic ski boots and what’s new for this season; running through airports in ski boots; Tom Cruise; the Atomic Redster CS vs. the Hawx Ultra Professional; and more.

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