Podcasts by The Ski Podcast

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194: Heliskiing in Chile&Innsbruck in Austria from 2023-12-08T11:44:02

Discovering Innsbruck in the Tirol, Austria, plus is heliskiing in Chile the ultimate bucket list trip?

Host Iain Martin was joined by Elena Protopopow (Tirol Tourist Board) and Lucy...

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The Best Skis of Winter 2024 (plus what length and type to buy) from 2023-12-04T17:22:58

Iain and Al pick the best new skis for winter 2024, plus help you understand what length skis to buy, what 'rocker' and 'side cut' mean and why lighter bindings aren't always better.

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193: Jamie Grant, Founder of Carv - 'The Digital Ski Coach' from 2023-12-01T11:12:31

A special interview with Jamie Grant - the founder of a great British skiing success story: the Carv device.

We discuss how Jamie took his original...

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192: Skiing in the Dolomites, Coach Travel&Ski Booking Trends from 2023-11-24T11:33:21

We find out about the Dolomites in Italy, the days of ski trips by coach and discuss booking trends in the UK market.

Iain was joined by Lou Anderton from Listen

191: Lesley McKenna, British Snowboarding Legend from 2023-11-16T14:09:06

Lesley Mckenna is a legendary snowboarder in the UK scene. She was the first British snowboarder to compete at the Winter Olympics and the first to win a World Cup Half-Pipe. She went on to be...

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190: The story of Méribel + Killington&Banff Sunshine Village from 2023-11-10T15:27:38

We explore the history of Méribel and discover Banff Sunshine Village in Canada and Killington in the States.

Host Iain Martin was joined by Kendra Scurfield (Banff Sunshine Village)...

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189: Bode Miller from 2023-10-31T13:54:42

Bode Miller is the most successful male American alpine ski racer of all time: an Olympic and World Championship gold medallist, he is also a two-time overall World Cup champi...

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188: National Snow Week ft Mia Brookes, Ed Leigh, Chemmy Alcott, Warren Smith&more from 2023-10-25T13:43:16

This National Snow Week Special is packed full of interviews, including Mia Brookes, Ed Leigh, Chemmy Alcott, Charlotte Bankes, Warren Smith and more, all recorded at the consumer shows in Bir...

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187: Copper Mountain, BOA ski boots&ski equipment trends from 2023-10-13T08:31:11

We find out about Copper Mountain in Colorado and look at look at this season’s equipment trends, including BOA ski boots, the Rossignol ‘Essential’ ski, the new Lange ‘Shadow’ innovation and ...

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186: Aspen's New Terrain and Autumn Skiing in Austria from 2023-09-29T09:42:15

We discuss autumn glacier skiing in Austria, what’s new in Aspen and whether golf is easier in the mountains.

Iain was joined by Rana Dershowitz, VP at Aspen Snowmass and journalist R...

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185: New Ski Train Services&Ski Touring to the North Pole from 2023-09-18T16:01:48

We discuss new ways to take the train to the Alps and what it’s like skiing to the North Pole.

Iain was joined by Krissy Roe, Sustainability Manager at Inghams Ski and adventurer Sue...

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184: Hiking Les 3 Vallées, Zermatt's Alpine Crossing&Car Sharing in Méribel from 2023-09-01T10:30:20

We find out what it's like hiking across Les 3 Vallées, about the new Alpine Crossing in Zermatt and an environmentally-focussed ski school in Méribel.

Iain was joined by Estelle Roy...

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183: Val Thorens in summer, Aussie lift queues&POW's 'Send It' campaign from 2023-08-21T10:11:52

Val Thorens in summer, how Australian ski resorts are dealing with lift queues and all about the latest campaign from Protect Our Winters.

Iain was joined by Jen Tsang from Listen

182: Perisher&Thredbo, Australia from 2023-08-03T10:30:37

This is a special episode focusing on the ski resorts of Perisher (Australia’s largest ski resort) and Thredbo (Australia’s ‘Best Ski Resort’), plus we find out what it was like when the Tour ...

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181: Peter Landsman, Liftblog.com Founder from 2023-07-13T23:19:46

A special interview with Peter Landsman, founder of the website liftblog.com. Peter has personally seen more than 3000 lifts in 720 resorts across North Ameri...

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180: The Ski Jobs Special (How to find a ski job, what jobs are available&when to apply) from 2023-06-30T09:03:59

A Ski Jobs special, all about working in ski resorts. We find out what jobs are available, how to find them, when to apply, what you can expect and look at the effect of Brexit.

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179: The Aosta Valley in Italy&climate change's impact on boardsports from 2023-06-16T07:51:41

We discuss skiing in the Aosta Valley in Italy and the effect of the climate crisis on board sports. Iain was joined by guests Sam Haddad and Rob Rees.

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178: Après-ski, skiing in Bosnia&mountain biking in the Alps from 2023-06-05T08:13:48

We find out about trends in après-ski, skiing in Bosnia and mountain biking in the French Alps.

Iain was joined by Ella Robinson from Apres Ski ...
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177: Tim Warwood, BBC snowboarding commentator from 2023-05-19T09:21:53

Iain is joined by Tim Warwood: BBC snowboarding, skateboarding, BMX reporter, and generally ‘very loud voice’ (his words).

We discuss how snowboarding took him from Tamworth to Colora...
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176: National Snow Week, Trains to Austria&EVs to France from 2023-05-05T10:20:55

We find out about National Snow Week, train travel to Austria and driving in an EV to Val d'Isère.

Iain was joined live by Babsi Lapwood from the Listen

175: Behind the Scenes at 'Ski Sunday' with Chemmy Alcott from 2023-04-21T07:16:45

We go behind the scenes at BBC’s ‘Ski Sunday’ with presenter Chemmy Alcott. We discuss unscrewing 100-year-old skis from a wall so she could try them out on snow, wanting to go grass skiing wi...
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174: Kirsty Muir, Freestyle Skier from 2023-04-14T09:33:45

Iain chats with Team GB freestyle skier Kirsty Muir. Kirsty has enjoyed an impressive first two senior seasons, including being Britain's youngest competitor at the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympic...
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173: British Backcountry, Pays de Gex&Freeride World Tour Finals from 2023-04-06T08:45:54

We discuss backcountry skiing in Scotland, Pays de Gex in France and the Freeride World Tour final in Verbier.

Iain was joined by ski journalist Catherine Murphy, instructor and film...
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172: The Haute Route, Off-Piste in Verbier&Les 3 Vallées Enduro from 2023-03-27T09:00:23

We discuss the famous Haute Route from Chamonix to Zermatt, plus we look in detail at Verbier in Switzerland. Iain was joined by ski journalists Katie Bamber and Tristan Kennedy.

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171: Action Cameras, Carv review&the most sustainable ski trip ever? from 2023-03-10T11:10:49

We find out about action cameras (GoPros and their equivalents), including how best to film, how to edit and how to go viral. Plus we discover whether the Carv helped Iain ski better, and abou...
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170: Roccaraso in Italy, Rusutsu in Japan&La Plagne from 2023-02-24T12:57:02

We discuss skiing in Roccaraso in the Italian Appenines, take a look at skiing in Hokkaido, Japan and look at the impact of climate change on La Plagne.

Iain was joined by Jen Tsang ...
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169: Ed Leigh, BBC Ski Sunday presenter from 2023-02-10T08:16:39

Ed Leigh has been the co-presenter of BBC’s Ski Sunday since 2007. We caught up with him in Les 3 Vallées prior to the 2023 World Championships, which are taking place in Courchevel and Méribe...
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168: Ski Test 2023/24, Protect Our Winters&Solar Power in Méribel from 2023-02-03T10:04:47

We discuss next year's kit, travelling to the mountains by train & EV and solar panels in Méribel. Plus we have new snow reports, a Team GB update and a snippet from our forthcoming interv...
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167: Van Life, Off the Grid in Méribel&Innsbruck Ski Jumping from 2023-01-20T10:37:06

We discuss touring the Alps in a camper van, going off-grid in Les 3 Vallées, ski jumping in Innsbruck and follow up on the Ice Swimming World Championships in Samoens.

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166: Skiing in Iraq&Afghanistan, plus Ice Swimming in Samoens from 2023-01-06T10:06:01

We discuss skiing in Iraq and Afghanistan with Ashley Hartz and James Willcox from Untamed Borders, as well as ice swimming in Samoens with Cathy Munro.

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165: Orelle, Uzbekistan, Madesimo&'Le Board' in Val Thorens from 2022-12-23T10:23:24

We discuss skiing in destinations as diverse as Orelle, Madesimo and Uzbekistan, find out about the new sports centre in Val Thorens, plus we have snow reports from across Europe and some word...
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164: Alexis Pinterault, French Ski Racer from 2022-12-17T09:04:50

Iain speaks with Alexis Pinterault – the most successful French ski racer of all time.

Alexis made his World Cup debut at 17 and has s...
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163: Ski Boot Fitting at Profeet, La Plagne’s glacier&protecting your skin from 2022-12-09T13:45:49

Iain has his ski boots fitted at Profeet, we discuss how to protect your skin when skiing and look at La Plagne glacier lift changes.

Iain was j...
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162: Skiing in Ukraine, trains to the Pyrénées&‘Around the World in 50 Slopes’ from 2022-11-28T09:22:11

We find out about skiing in Ukraine, trains to the Pyrénées and travel ‘Around the World in 50 Slopes’.

Iain is joined by UK ski journalist, Patrick Thorne, Sian Grigg from Listen

161: The Ski Boot Special (How to choose ski boots, custom insoles, boot fitting) from 2022-11-14T09:58:08

A Ski Boot Special: we look at types of ski boot; how to choose a ski boot; whether you should have them fitted or moulded; plus some of the gadgets that work with them.

Iain was jo...
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160: Sustainability Special - Ski companies taking sustainability seriously from 2022-10-31T09:50:36

Iain was joined by Prue Stone (Hotelplan), Ceri Tinley (Consensio Chalets) and Al Judge (AliKats Mountain Holidays) - three ski companies all taking sustainability seriously by making signific...
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159: Skiing in Austria in October, Piste Maps&whether to rent or buy your Snowboard from 2022-10-24T09:08:06

We discuss piste maps, skiing in Austria in October and look back at the National Snow Show. We also ask whether you should rent your snowboard in resort, rather than buying.

Iain wa...
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158: National Snow Snow 2022 ft Chemmy Alcott, Graham Bell, Mia Brookes from 2022-10-17T19:41:16

This special episode of The Ski Podcast was recorded at The National Snow Show 2022, which took place at the Birmingham NEC this weekend.

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157: Snowboarding Special - How to choose a snowboard, renting v. buying, splitboarding&more from 2022-10-10T07:54:49

We focus on snowboarding, including how to choose a snowboard, whether you should buy or rent and what split boarding is.

Iain was joined by journalist Sam Haddad (Guardian & Listen

101: Skiing in Greece, 'Frontside' skis&the 'Parablack' from 2022-09-26T07:55:08

We discuss skiing in Greece, ‘frontside’ skis and the ‘Parablack’. James Gambrill also joins us with news of the latest Ski Club of Great Britain survey. Iain is joined by journalist Gemma Bow...
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100: The Story of The Ski Podcast plus Favourite Guests&Features from 2022-09-18T09:41:28

Episode 100 of The Ski Podcast is slightly different from usual as Iain looks at the story behind The Ski Podcast. We look at how the podcast started, celebrity guests, favourite features and ...
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Zermatt-Cervinia Downhill Races inc. Pirmin Zurbriggen interview (Bonus Episode #30) from 2022-09-12T08:01:05

This bonus episode of The Ski Podcast focuses on the new ‘Speed Opening’ downhill races from Zermatt to Cervinia. Iain speaks to ‘Speed Opening’ director Christian Ziojian as well as legendary...
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Helen Coffey, The Independent’s no-flight Travel Editor (Bonus Episode #29) from 2022-09-05T06:21:58

In this bonus episode Iain talks with Helen Coffey, travel editor at ‘The Independent’ and author of the book ‘Zero Altitude: How I Learned to Fly Less and Travel More’.

We discuss he...
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Warren Smith, Ski Instructor (Bonus Episode #28) from 2022-08-29T08:08:06

Iain was joined by Warren Smith, eponymous founder of the Warren Smith Ski Academy, for this bonus episode of The Ski Podcast.

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99: La Plagne&the Irish Ski Scene from 2022-08-22T15:33:27

In Episode 99 of TSP we find out about La Plagne in France with Jen Tsang and all about the growing ski scene in Ireland with journalist Catherine Murphy.

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98: Freefalling above the Eiger&the AJ Bell 3 Valley Rally from 2022-07-25T08:12:28

In Episode 98, we find out what it's like to jump out of a helicopter above the Eiger and learn about a new event in Val Thorens raising funds to turn young lives around.

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97: Australia&New Zealand Special from 2022-07-08T12:59:29

Episode 97 is a Down Under special covering skiing in Australia and New Zealand. Iain was joined by Rachael Oakes-Ash, founder of Listen

96: Royals on the Snow, Chamonix, Neil English&Pre-loved Skiwear from 2022-06-21T18:47:38

In Episode 96, we discuss skiing royals, the cancellation of the London Ski Show, new lifts in Chamonix and preloved skiwear.

Iain was joined by ski journalist Neil English, Claire ...
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Arnie Wilson, Ski Journalist (Bonus Episode #27) from 2022-06-06T08:37:10

In this episode Iain speaks with Arnie Wilson, one of the UK's most respected and experienced ski journalists.

Arnie has visited over 740 ski resorts in 30 countries, and is perhaps ...
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95: La Tania, Skiworld, Chamonix in May&2023's Best Skis from 2022-05-27T09:56:37

In Episode 95 of The Ski Podcast we discuss La Tania, Chamonix in summer, and the challenges facing the UK ski industry. Plus we talk to Arnie Wilson - the man who skied every single day for a...
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94: Skiing in Svalbard&Narvik, Jasmin Taylor interview&LISTEX from 2022-05-09T10:41:33

In Episode 94, we find out about skiing in Svalbard, Narvik in Norway and how Team GB got on in this winter’s Telemark World Cup.

We also have snow reports from Japan…and Hemel Hemps...
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93: Ischgl, Les 2 Alpes, Vallandry&the Dynastar X3 triathlon in Courchevel from 2022-04-25T12:20:29

In Episode 93 of The Ski Podcast we discuss Ischgl, Les 2 Alpes, Vallandry and a unique mountain triathlon in Courchevel.

Iain was joined ‘live’ by Lynsey Devon from Listen

92: Andermatt, Nevis Range, LISTEX&'The Mighty Coe' report from 2022-04-04T09:04:16

Episode 92 features Andermatt, LISTEX, the Nevis Range and The Mighty Coe event. Plus we have snow reports from around the Alps, and we find out when accidents on the piste are most likely to ...
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91: Aletsch Arena, Snow Forecasting, Boot Fitting&the SIGB Ski Test from 2022-03-22T11:06:02

In Episode 91 we discuss the Aletsch Arena in Switzerland, the Altitude Comedy Festival, the art of boot fitting and of snow forecasting, as well as going behind the scenes at the UK's 2023 sk...
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Altitude Comedy Festival with Marcus Brigstocke&Andrew Maxwell (Bonus Episode #26) from 2022-03-16T12:57:57

Want to know more about the Altitude Comedy Festival in Mayrhofen? Founders Marcus Brigstocke and Andrew Maxwell joined Iain for this bonus epis...
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90: Skiing in Turkey, Paralympian Millie Knight&How to Choose Ski Boots from 2022-03-04T17:09:56

In Episode 90 we discuss skiing in Turkey, the Beijing 2022 Paralympics, taking the train to Austria and how to choose your rental ski boots.

Iain was joined ‘live’ by regular guest M...
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89: Crans Montana, Gstaad, The Mighty Coe&Dewerstone from 2022-02-22T16:38:21

In Episode 89 we discuss Crans Montana and Gstaad in Switzerland, plus The Mighty Coe event in Glencoe, Scotland. We also find out more about Dewerstone, the climate neutral UK clothing brand ...
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Beijing 2022 Update with Graham Bell&Emily Sarsfield (Bonus Episode #25) from 2022-02-09T17:27:09

Iain was joined by 5-time Olympian and BBC Ski Sunday presenter Graham Bell and Skier Cross athlete & Eurosport presenter Emily Sarsfield to discuss all the talking points so far from Beij...
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88: Chemmy Alcott on 'Ski Sunday'&Beijing 2022 plus Grindelwald&Yad Moss from 2022-02-04T09:17:41

In Episode 88, special guest Chemmy Alcott takes us behind the scenes of ‘Ski Sunday’ and the BBC’s Beijing Olympics coverage. We also discuss Grindelwald, Yad Moss, how to choose a ski helmet...
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Testing the Travelski Express Ski Train (Bonus Episode #24) from 2022-01-30T22:17

This bonus episode of The Ski Podcast is all about the new Travelski Express Ski Train – which goes direct and non-stop from London...
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87: The Magic Pass, Aosta Valley&Allenheads Ski Club from 2022-01-24T15:59:01

In Episode 87 we discuss the Swiss Magic Pass, the best new kit for next winter, plus we find out about skiing from Allenheads in England to the Aosta Valley in Italy.

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The 'Good News' Special: French Travel Ban Ends from 2022-01-13T09:25

Welcome to this special 'Good News' episode of The Ski Podcast. Regular listeners will know that in our 'normal' episodes we cover the latest travel rules and so it is absolutely a pleasure to...
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86: Travel Bans, Après Ski Bands, Olympic Tips&Stöckli skis from 2022-01-03T14:02:19

In Episode 86 of The Ski Podcast we discuss when the French travel ban might end, favourite apres-ski bands, Team GB’s prospects for Beijing 2022 and we go inside a ski factory.

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Latest Snow News from the Alps (31 Dec 21) from 2021-12-31T11:11:12

Our last podcast of 2021 is a snow report special. Our contributors bring you the latest snow and resort news from across the Alps.

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85: Crans Montana, Les Menuires, Courchevel&How to Choose your Hire Skis from 2021-12-20T15:14:45

This episode is a 'Resorts' special: we're going to be looking at Crans Montana, Courchevel & Les Menuires, plus we discuss how to choose your hire skis and talk to more Olympians.
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Andrew Musgrave&Andrew Young, Cross Country Skiers (Bonus Episode #23) from 2021-12-12T12:58:30

A Ski Podcast Special: Andrew Musgrave & Andrew Young, Cross Country Skiers

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain spoke to Andrew Musgrave (‘Muzzie’) and Andrew Youn...
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84: Travel Rules Latest, Booking Lessons Online&Prepping your Ski Kit from 2021-12-06T16:44:12

In this episode, we cover all the latest rules about travel, we look at a new way of booking ski lessons and discuss how to get your kit ready for the season.

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Latest Snow News from the Alps (05 Dec 21) from 2021-12-05T17:50:35

We had so many snow reports for this week’s podcast, rather than edit them down, we thought we’d release them as a one-off special.

We cover six resorts in four countrie...
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Latest Snow News from the Alps (05 Dec 21) from 2021-12-05T17:50:35

We had so many snow reports for this week’s podcast, rather than edit them down, we thought we’d release them as a one-off special.

We cover six resorts ...
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83: The Ski Goddess, Women's Skis&'Perfect Turns' with Graham Bell from 2021-11-22T13:22:49

In this episode, we take a look at women’s skis and women’s skiing, plus Graham Bell tells us about his new ski training app. We look at the latest travel news and have snow reports from aroun...
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Izzy&Zoe Atkin, Freestyle Skiers (Bonus Episode #22) from 2021-11-15T11:29:45

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain speaks to GB snowsports athletes Izzy and Zoe Atkin as they prepare for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.

Izzy was Britain's first skier to win a me...
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Izzy & Zoe Atkin, Freestyle Skiers (Bonus Episode #22) from 2021-11-15T11:29:45

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain speaks to GB snowsports athletes Izzy and Zoe Atkin as they prepare for the Beijing 2022 Winter Olympics.

Izzy was Britain's first skier to ...
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82: Avalanche Safety, Rockers&British Olympic Medal Winners from 2021-11-08T09:52:41

In Episode 82, we discuss avalanche safety, what a ‘rocker’ is and have interviews with Olympic medal winners Billy Morgan and Izzy Atkin.

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81: How Disability Snowsport UK is changing lives plus"What length skis should I get?" from 2021-10-26T07:26:52

In Episode 81, we find out about Disability Snowsport UK is changing lives, plus we have the story of how one company in the Alps has survived both Brexit and Covid.

We find out how ...
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Olympics Chat with Graham Bell&Emily Sarsfield (Bonus Episode #21) from 2021-10-18T15:44:12

This episode was recorded in September 2021 at the 'Ski Launch' event in London. Iain hosted this s...
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Olympics Chat with Graham Bell & Emily Sarsfield (Bonus Episode #21) from 2021-10-18T15:44:12

This episode was recorded in September 2021 at the 'Ski Launch' event in London. Iain hosted this s...
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80: St Anton, 007, Beijing 2022&How To Choose Ski Boots from 2021-10-11T18:53:41

We have lots of ski-related chat in this episode, including a St Anton update, how to find the right ski boot for you, Graham Bell on Beijing 2022, the latest update on Covid rules and whether...
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Jon-allan Butterworth, Paralympic Snowboarder (Bonus Episode #20) from 2021-09-26T16:06:56

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain speaks with Paralympian Jon-allan Butterworth.

A four-time Paralympic medallist, Jon-allan recently joined GB Snowsport’s Para Snowsport Wor...
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Jon-allan Butterworth, Paralympic Snowboarder (Bonus Episode #20) from 2021-09-26T16:06:56

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain speaks with Paralympian Jon-allan Butterworth.

A four-time Paralympic medallist, Jon-allan recently joined GB Snowsport’s Para Snowsport World Class...
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79: The new 'Travelski Express' Train, Expert Season Predictions&Ski Jobs Post-Brexit from 2021-09-20T12:34:31

In Episode 79, we discuss the latest testing & travel rules, reveal how the new direct snow train will operate and listen to industry experts’ predictions for season.

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78: Mountaineering&Mountain Biking, National Snow Show plus Faction Skis interview from 2021-09-06T08:40:14

In Episode 78, we discuss the new National Snow Show coming up next month, summer activities in the mountains like e-biking, mountaineering and trail running, plus we talk to Tony McWilliam, f...
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Tony McWilliam, founder Faction Skis (Bonus Episode #19) from 2021-08-16T05:19

In this Ski Podcast Special, we meet Tony McWilliam, founder of one of the world's leading snowsports brands - Faction Skis.

We find out what inspired him to start the company...
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Tony McWilliam, founder Faction Skis (Bonus Episode #19) from 2021-08-16T05:19

In this Ski Podcast Special, we meet Tony McWilliam, founder of one of the world's leading snowsports brands - Faction Skis.

We find out what inspired him to start the company and how...
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77: Skiing in Northern Ireland, Olympic Spirit&Patrouille des Glaciers from 2021-08-09T15:20:31

In Episode 77, we find out about skiing in Northern Ireland and we talk Olympics - summer and winter - with my guests Olympian Emily Sarsfield and World Cup winning telemarker, Jasmin Taylor. ...
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76: Surfing, Skateboarding&Snow Drifts in Switzerland from 2021-07-26T05:34

In Episode 76, we discuss surfing, skateboarding and snow drifts in Switzerland in Crans Montana, Zinal & Zermatt. Plus we chat ski holiday trends for next winter, including the implicatio...
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75: St Moritz Engadin, Midsummer Skiing in Glencoe&The Ski Club of Great Britain from 2021-07-05T16:01:24

In Episode 75, Iain and his guests find out about St Moritz Engadin in Switzerland, mid-summer skiing in Scotland and the oldest ski club in the world - the Ski Club of Great Britain.
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74: Cat Skiing in North Macedonia, Summer Snow in Avoriaz&Sustainability in Morzine from 2021-06-21T15:11:19

In Episode 74, we discuss summer skiing in Avoriaz, sustainability in Morzine and cat skiing in North Macedonia. Plus we talk origins with Jim Adlington from Planks Clothing and the demise of ...
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Jim Adlington, Planks Clothing (Bonus Episode #18) from 2021-06-14T08:54:08

In this Ski Podcast Special, I speak to Jim Adlington, founder of the UK snowsports clothing brand, Planks.

We talk about Jim's early ski career, from Kidsgrove to Val d'Isèr...
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Jim Adlington, Planks Clothing (Bonus Episode #18) from 2021-06-14T08:54:08

In this Ski Podcast Special, I speak to Jim Adlington, founder of the UK snowsports clothing brand, Planks.

We talk about Jim's early ski career, from Kidsgrove to Val d'Isère; becom...
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73: New Zealand, Chamonix&Skiing in the Lake District...in May from 2021-05-31T07:53:27

Episode 73 covers three time zones with Paul Anderson (NZski.com) in New Zealand and Claire Burnet (Chamonix) in France joining Iain in the UK.

We discu...
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Pat Sharples, Head Coach at GB Snowsport (Bonus Episode #17) from 2021-05-17T16:11:14

It was a real pleasure to interview Pat Sharples, Head Coach at Snowsport GB.

I've known Pat for 20+ years, but with his globe-trotting lifestyle rarely see him these days. I...
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Pat Sharples, Head Coach at GB Snowsport (Bonus Episode #17) from 2021-05-17T16:11:14

It was a real pleasure to interview Pat Sharples, Head Coach at Snowsport GB.

I've known Pat for 20+ years, but with his globe-trotting lifestyle rarely see him these days. I loved h...
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72: Pat Sharples, Swisstainable, Chill Factore&Touring in the Binntal from 2021-05-04T09:32:28

In Episode 72, there's an exclusive interview with Pat Sharples from GB Snowsport; we learn about the new 'Swisstainable' programme; find out about the acquisition of the Chill Factore indoor ...
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71: Les 2 Alpes, Engelberg, Roger Federer&'Traffic Light' Travel from 2021-04-12T14:06:23

In Episode 71, we find out about Les 2 Alpes, snowshoeing in Engelberg, quarantine, testing and the new ‘traffic light’ travel rules, plus we have snow reports from around the Alps and an focu...
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Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards, Ski Jumper (Bonus Episode #16) from 2021-04-05T14:29:32

Eddie tells us how his life changed after the 'Eddie the Eagle' movie was released, from Taron Edgerton perfecting his accent to Hugh Jackman asking to have a selfie with him.

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Eddie 'The Eagle' Edwards, Ski Jumper (Bonus Episode #16) from 2021-04-05T14:29:32

Eddie tells us how his life changed after the 'Eddie the Eagle' movie was released, from Taron Edgerton perfecting his accent to Hugh Jackman asking to have a selfie with him.

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Skiing in Afghanistan (Bonus Episode #15) from 2021-03-29T15:32:27

In this Special Episode of The Ski Podcast, Iain speaks to James Willcox, founder of Untamed Borders, about skiing in Afghanistan and the Afghan Ski Challenge.

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Skiing in Afghanistan (Bonus Episode #15) from 2021-03-29T15:32:27

In this Special Episode of The Ski Podcast, Iain speaks to James Willcox, founder of Untamed Borders, about skiing in Afghanistan and the Afghan Ski Challenge.

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70: The Inferno, Skiing in Afghanistan&Olympian Martin Bell from 2021-03-22T17:45:59

This week we find out about the booming market for ski holidays for next winter, there's an interview with Olympic downhill racer Martin Bell, news of the Afghan Ski Challenge and we find all ...
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Martin Bell, Downhill Racer (Bonus Episode #14) from 2021-03-15T16:42:36

In this Ski Podcast Special, we feature Martin Bell, who raced at downhill for Great Britain in the 1980s and 1990s.

His racing career took in 4 Winter Olympics, 160 World Cup races ...
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Martin Bell, Downhill Racer (Bonus Episode #14) from 2021-03-15T16:42:36

In this Ski Podcast Special, we feature Martin Bell, who raced at downhill for Great Britain in the 1980s and 1990s.

His racing career took in 4 Winter Olympics, 160 World Cu...
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How To Become A Pisteur (Bonus Episode #13) from 2021-03-08T18:04:47

In this Ski Podcast Special, Tom Greenall tells us how he qualified as a pisteur in France, allowing him to become one of the few Brits in the ski patrol.

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How To Become A Pisteur (Bonus Episode #13) from 2021-03-08T18:04:47

In this Ski Podcast Special, Tom Greenall tells us how he qualified as a pisteur in France, allowing him to become one of the few Brits in the ski patrol.

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69: Tignes, Murren 007, Joining the Ski Patrol&The National Snow Show from 2021-03-01T20:07:41

This week, Iain is joined by Stephie Dijkman from Tignes. We discuss the challenges of this ‘saison blanche’ and plans for summer glacier skiing.

We find out more about the new Nation...
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Joe Ponte, CEO Hotelplan UK (Bonus Episode #12) from 2021-02-22T14:22:42

Joe Ponte is CEO at Hotelplan UK, the company that own the Inghams, Esprit, Flexiski and Ski Total brands.

During our conversation J...
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Joe Ponte, CEO Hotelplan UK (Bonus Episode #12) from 2021-02-22T14:22:42

Joe Ponte is CEO at Hotelplan UK, the company that own the Inghams, Esprit, Flexiski and Ski Total brands.

During our conversation Joe and I...
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68: Skiing the Berlin Wall, Jungfrau Review, Avalanches&Charlotte Bankes from 2021-02-17T12:54:12

In Episode 68, Iain was joined by Jasmin Taylor, Team GB telemark skier, and friend of the show Alex Irwin.

We chat about Courchevel, avalanches and foldable skis, plus Iain speaks t...
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Dan Egan, Extreme Skiing Pioneer (Bonus Episode #11) from 2021-02-06T06:56

This Ski Podcast Special features Dan Egan - one of the extreme skiing pioneers back in the new world of the 80s when VHS revolutionised demand for ski footage.

Apart from l...
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Dan Egan, Extreme Skiing Pioneer (Bonus Episode #11) from 2021-02-06T06:56

This Ski Podcast Special features Dan Egan - one of the extreme skiing pioneers back in the new world of the 80s when VHS revolutionised demand for ski footage.

Apart from leading t...
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67: Behind the Scenes at 'Ski Sunday' with Chemmy Alcott, Inside The Snow Centre&James Blunt Tour Secrets from 2021-01-29T17:15:37

In Episode 67, we go behind the scenes at 'Ski Sunday', on tour with James Blunt, inside The Snow Centre, discover craft beer in the Alps and reveal the results from our survey.

Iain'...
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Peter Hardy, Ski Journalist (Bonus Episode #10) from 2021-01-25T18:01:07

This Ski Podcast Special features an interview with industry veteran Peter Hardy, co-editor of WeLove2Ski and co-presenter of Action Packed Travel.

Peter ...
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Peter Hardy, Ski Journalist (Bonus Episode #10) from 2021-01-25T18:01:07

This Ski Podcast Special features an interview with industry veteran Peter Hardy, co-editor of WeLove2Ski and co-presenter of Action Packed Travel.

Peter Hardy, award-winning ski jour...
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66: Mega snow in St Anton, Verbier Truth, Jasmin Taylor&Graham Bell from 2021-01-18T18:07

In Episode 66, Andy joins us direct from St Anton with all the latest news from a very snowy Austria.

We’re also joined by journalist Abi Butcher who reveals the trut...
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Graham Bell 'Dancing on Ice' (Bonus Episode #9) from 2021-01-12T17:22:09

Graham Bell tells us about 'Dancing on Ice 2021', including

- how he rates his chances

- who he sees as his main competitors

- how his training is going
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Graham Bell 'Dancing on Ice' (Bonus Episode #9) from 2021-01-12T17:22:09

Graham Bell tells us about 'Dancing on Ice 2021', including

- how he rates his chances
- who he sees as his main competitors
- how his training is going
- whether he'll g...
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65: The 'Great Escape' from Verbier, Skiing in Wales, Cross Country&Crans Montana from 2020-12-31T06:24

In this episode we discuss skiing in Wales, the 'Great Escape' from Verbier, the challenges of cross-country skiing, ski touring in Crans Montana and plenty more.

Iain was joined by g...
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64.5: Your Christmas Update From The Alps from 2020-12-23T16:29:37

In this special pre-Christmas mini-podcast, listen to updates from friends of the show around the Alps, including:

- Alex Irwin in Courchevel

- Steve Angus in Val d'Isère Listen

64: Richard Branson in Verbier, Graham Bell 'Dancing on Ice'&Yoda's onesie from 2020-12-14T11:01

In Episode 64, Iain was joined by Jane Peel (Chief Reporter, Planetski.eu) and Alf Alderson (author and freelance journalist).

We discuss the latest ...
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Electric Vehicles in Ski Resorts (Bonus Episode #8) from 2020-12-08T07:15

In conjunction with Ski Flight Free, this is a Ski Podcast Special all about Electric Vehicles in ski resorts.

Find out more about dri...
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Electric Vehicles in Ski Resorts (Bonus Episode #8) from 2020-12-08T07:15

In conjunction with Ski Flight Free, this is a Ski Podcast Special all about Electric Vehicles in ski resorts.

Find out more about driving to ...
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63: When Will We Ski Again? Plus Verbier, Val d'Isère&Electric Cars in Ski Resorts from 2020-12-01T07:10

Iain’s guests for Episode 63 of The Ski Podcast are Vanessa Fisher and Steve Angus.

We discuss reduced quarantine and a dramatic week for French ski resorts. When will we get to ski ...
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The Life of Ski Pioneer Erna Low (Bonus Episode #7) from 2020-11-24T07:15

In this special podcast, Iain interviews Mark Frary, author of 'Aiming High', the biography of ski pioneer Erna Low and Joanna Yellowlees-Bound, former CEO ofListen

The Life of Ski Pioneer Erna Low (Bonus Episode #7) from 2020-11-24T07:15

In this special podcast, Iain interviews Mark Frary, author of 'Aiming High', the biography of ski pioneer Erna Low and Joanna Yellowlees-Bound, former CEO ofListen

62: Scotland, Touring in Chamonix, World Cup Latest, Andermatt&Tignes from 2020-11-10T06:50

In Episode 62, Iain is joined by guests Ed Drake (Olympian and presenter of Ski Racing Podcast) and Katy Dartford (Freelance ski journalist based in Lyons).

We discuss ski touring in ...
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Picture Organic Clothing (Bonus Episode #6) from 2020-11-03T07:15

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain interviews Florian Palluel, Sustainability and Transparency Manager at Picture Organic Clothing. Listen

Picture Organic Clothing (Bonus Episode #6) from 2020-11-03T07:15

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain interviews Florian Palluel, Sustainability and Transparency Manager at Picture Organic Clothing. Listen

61: Courchevel, Eiger Express, Engelberg&Picture Organic from 2020-10-27T06:15

In Episode 61 Iain is joined by Krystelle Kubicki (Head of Marketing, Listen

60: Quarantine Latest, 80s Ski Technology, Silvretta Montafon&Jasmin Taylor from 2020-10-13T06:15

Iain is joined this week by Dave Burrows (Director, SnowPros Ski School) & Lucy Aspen (Online Ski Editor, Telegraph).

We discuss quarantine and the #Test4Travel campaign and ski t...
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Jasmin Taylor, Team GB Telemark Skier (Bonus Episode #5) from 2020-10-06T06:05

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain interviewed Jasmin Taylor, telemark skier and Britain's most successful Alpine skier of all time.
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Jasmin Taylor, Team GB Telemark Skier (Bonus Episode #5) from 2020-10-06T06:05

In this Ski Podcast Special, Iain interviewed Jasmin Taylor, telemark skier and Britain's most successful Alpine skier of all time.
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Train Travel to the Alps (Bonus Episode #4) from 2020-09-28T14:00

For this Ski Podcast special Iain has his Ski Flight Free hat on and is joined by Daniel Elkan from Listen

Train Travel to the Alps (Bonus Episode #4) from 2020-09-28T14:00

For this Ski Podcast special Iain has his Ski Flight Free hat on and is joined by Daniel Elkan from Listen

59.5: Emily Sarsfield, #SaveTheSkiTrain&Cahaya Straits (Full version) from 2020-09-23T06:58:53

[Some listeners may have downloaded an unedited version of Episode 59 - please listen to this version instead]

Iain was joined in Episode 59 by Megan Hughes, Digital...
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59: Cool Runnings 2022, Emily Sarsfield, #SaveTheSkiTrain&Cahaya Straits from 2020-09-22T13:42:11

Iain was joined in Episode 59 by Megan Hughes, Digital Content Manager at InTheSnow.com and Olympian Emily Sarsfield.

We discuss th...
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Benjamin Alexander, Jamaican Skier (Bonus Episode #3) from 2020-09-15T15:33:22

In this special episode of The Ski Podcast, we interview Benjamin Alexander.

'Benji' is aiming to be the first alpine skier to represent Jamaica at the Winter Olympics.
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Benjamin Alexander, Jamaican Skier (Bonus Episode #3) from 2020-09-15T15:33:22

In this special episode of The Ski Podcast, we interview Benjamin Alexander.

'Benji' is aiming to be the first alpine skier to represent Jamaica at the Winter Olympics.

Benj...
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58: Norway, Swiss memories&the end of Après Ski? from 2020-09-07T15:48:13

In Episode 58, Iain is joined by the super-experienced Mike Richards.

We...
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57.5: The August Holiday and Jim Goodbye Special from 2020-08-14T13:39:53

Just a short episode as we are mid-holidays and/or quarantine time, but we have news of our next episode, plus we say goodbye and thanks to Jim.
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57: Summer Skiing in Switzerland, Eco Ski Clothing&Dave Ryding from 2020-08-05T05:55

In Episode 57, Iain reports on skiing in the ‘new normal’ on his trip to Saas Fee and Zermatt in Switzerland - including an exclusive interview with Dave Ryding.

Jim and Iain intervie...
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56: Australia, NZ&Skiing in the 'New Normal' in Les 2 Alpes from 2020-07-15T05:24

In Episode 56 Iain interviews Rachael Oakes-Ash, founder of the Australian website, Snowsbest.com.

Jim reports on skiing in the 'new normal' from Le...
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Q&A with Graham Bell (Bonus Episode #2) from 2020-06-23T05:53

In this one off special, Jim and Iain were joined by BBC Ski Sunday presenter Graham Bell.

Questions were sent in advance or submitted live by our community and included:
...
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Q&A with Graham Bell (Bonus Episode #2) from 2020-06-23T05:53

In this one off special, Jim and Iain were joined by BBC Ski Sunday presenter Graham Bell.

Questions were sent in advance or submitted live by our community and included:

- ...
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55: The Perfect Ski Run, Laurie Taylor&Andermatt from 2020-06-02T05:00

In Episode 55 Jim and Iain chat to UK slalom skier Laurie Taylor and ski journalist Megan Hughes about how to get into the industry.

There’s an update from Andermatt, news on the end ...
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54: How to Build a Chairlift In Your Garden&Dave Ryding Interview from 2020-05-13T04:59

We would like to thank Switzerland Tourism for their continued support

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53: Aspen's Cocaine problem, Goggles for Docs&Courchevel from 2020-04-27T06:09:21

This week Jim and Iain go searching for good news in our post-COVID world find out about Aspen's cocaine problem and how Timberline is on the up.

There's interviews with ...
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The Ski Podcast Live: Q&A with Jim&Iain from 2020-04-13T08:18:35

Jim, Iain and group of ski and podcast fans gathered on Friday 10 April to record a live episode of The Ski Podcast online.

Topics ranged from what do Jim and Iain actually do to wha...
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COMING UP - Live Q&A with Jim&Iain from 2020-04-07T09:03:05

On Friday the 10th of April at 11 am BST we are going to be live on our Facebook page answering your questions in an ask Jim or Iain anything Q&A session.

If you would like to pu...
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52: The Aspen Ski Thief, Graham Bell's 'Hausenkamm'&Andermatt from 2020-04-03T06:39:24

This week Jim and Iain interview Graham Bell about what inspired him to take on the famous 'Hausenkamm' ski run.

Iain finds out about the world's most prolific ski thief ...
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A Ski Podcast Special: Avalanche Safety from 2020-03-31T05:00

This Ski Podcast Special episode covers avalanche safety in detail as we look into all you need to know to make us safer on the mountain.

Dave Burrows from SnowPros Ski ...
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51: Digging Holes in the Snow, a New Ski Show&COVID-19 from 2020-03-20T06:57

This week your hosts Jim and Iain are joined live by Rob Stewart - organiser of the UK's proposed new Ski Show.

There's no elephant in the room as we start off with a dee...
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50: Courmayeur, Saint Luc&Goat Yoga from 2020-03-11T06:00

There's a Swiss theme this week as Iain tests Jim on his Swiss summer knowledge, Jim rhapsodises about his trip to Saint Luc and Iain looks forward to his visit to Arosa and Andermatt.
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49: Towed by a Tesla, French Pyrénées&the Rise of Bansko from 2020-02-26T08:30:58

In this episode Jim has been busy and reports from Anzère in Switzerland as well as part two of his trip to Bulgaria.

Iain is out in Cauterets in the French Pyrénées, we ...
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48: Val d'Hérens, Bansko&Courchevel by train from 2020-02-12T06:41

In this episode Jim reports from his travels to Switzerland and Bulgaria and Iain has been to Courchevel by train.

We discuss the merits of Ski Sunday and pick a new boo...
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47: Fog in Chambéry, the Vallée Blanche&Skiing with your Dog from 2020-01-23T07:48:34

In Episode 47, Jim and Iain discuss cancelled flights at Chambéry, descending the legendary Vallée Blanche and we learn how to ski with your dog.

There's advice on skiin...
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A Ski Podcast Special: Chris Moran, UK Snowboarding Pioneer from 2020-01-20T06:37

In the first of our special one-off podcasts, Iain interviews UK snowboarding legend Chris Moran about White Lines Magazine, the Brits and the 'bad old days' of snowboarding.
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Chris Moran, UK Snowboarding Pioneer (Bonus Episode #1) from 2020-01-20T06:37

In the first of our special one-off podcasts, Iain interviews UK snowboarding legend Chris Moran about White Lines Magazine, the Brits and the 'bad old days' of snowboarding.
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Chris Moran, UK Snowboarding Pioneer (Bonus Episode #1) from 2020-01-20T06:37

In the first of our special one-off podcasts, Iain interviews UK snowboarding pioneer Chris Moran.

Winner of multiple titles at the Brits and cover-star of issue #1 of 'White Lines Ma...
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46: How to Ski on Ice, Podcasts United and 2kg of cheese from 2020-01-09T10:40:15

In Episode 46, we learn how to ski on ice, find out more about the Folie Douce in Les Arcs and Jim meets our podcasting friends from the other side of the pond.

There's a Te...
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45: Villars, Driving on Snow, White Lines Magazine&Les Arcs from 2019-12-26T07:17:30

In Episode 45, Jim visits Villars while Iain tests the new funicular in Les Arcs. We discuss tips for driving on snow after Iain's experience in Val d'Isère and Jim checks his sweat rate.
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44: Gstaad, Val Thorens, Verbier, and your dream ski job! from 2019-12-04T06:19:04

In this episode of the Ski, Podcast Jim has been to Val Thorens, Iain talks more about Ski A&E & Dave Burrows drops us a report from Verbier.

There is an interview with Chemm...
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43: 'Ski A&E', Val d'Isère&the World Fondue Championships from 2019-11-20T06:08

In Episode 43 Jim gets his first turns of the season in Saas Fee, Iain finds out about the new TV program 'Ski A&E', filmed in Val Thorens last winter. Steve Angus reports in with the late...
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42: London Ski Show, High 5 Festival, Porsche chairlifts&Chemmy Alcott from 2019-11-06T06:13:19

In Episode 42 Iain visits the London Ski & Snowboard Festival, while Jim checks out the Annecy 'equivalent' at the High Five Festival. There's interviews with Chemmy Alcott on racing weigh...
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41: Hakuba in Japan, Women-only in Méribel&Single Skier Advice from 2019-10-09T06:00

In Episode 41 Iain finds out a women-only snowboard camp in Méribel, Jim talks to Mike about his adventures in Hakuba, Japan and we discuss why you should never ring a specialist travel agency...
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40: Summer skiing in Saas Fee, rowing machines on Mt Blanc&motorhomes in ski resorts from 2019-09-18T05:00

In Episode 40 Jim goes summer skiing in Saas Fee, Iain finds out about the Warm Up Weekend in Val d'Isère, it's Ski Book Group time, plus we discuss motorhomes in ski resorts.
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39: Skiing in Montenegro, Women Only Ski Camps&Summer in Morzine from 2019-08-28T06:56:45

In Episode 39 Jim and Iain find out about Women Only Ski Camps, what it's like skiing in Montenegro and chat trail running in the Alps.

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The mini mid summer don't forget us episode - Including a Saas-Fee snow report from 2019-08-19T07:16:33

Just a quick episode to let you know that we are still here and to let you know that the next full episode will be out a the end of this month.

Listen for a preview of an upcoming Emi...
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38: Blind Skiing, Heliskiing in Iceland, Val d'Isère&the Timberline story from 2019-07-17T05:00

In Episode 38 Jim and Iain find out about how to start skiing if you're blind or visually impaired, offer tips on resorts for beginners and hear about a heliskiing adventure in Iceland.
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37: Skiing in Georgia, Buying a Piste Basher&the Future of Chalet Holidays from 2019-06-26T06:00

In Episode 37 Jim and Iain find out about skiing in Georgia and consider the future of the chalet holiday.

We have Olympic downhill racer Ed Drake in the studio, with his views on Tea...
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36: October Half Term Ski Trips, Touring The Haute Route&Should You Teach Yourself to Ski? from 2019-06-05T08:23:25

In episode 36 Iain and Jim look to the future and see what is possible if you wanted an October ski trip. Iain has been chatting to Ski Weekend about doing the famous Haute Route from Chamonix to...
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35: Val Thorens Zip Wire, Magic Pass v. SnowPass&Grimentz Zinal from 2019-05-15T09:49:44

In Episode 35, Jim reports on his recent visit to Grimentz in Switzerland while Iain tests the new zip wire in Val Thorens. We look at the success of the Magic Pass, the new SnowPass, find out how...
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34: Snowga, Cross Country Skiing, Ski Magazines&Les 2 Alpes from 2019-04-24T06:22:30

It is the end of the season so Ian and Jim a reminiscing about the winter but not before they get some spring snow under their skis. Iain has been to Les Menuires for Yoga week and Jim has been ove...
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33: Drug Dealers in Ski Resorts, Mogul Technique, French Pyrénées&Skiing at 220 km/h from 2019-04-03T15:42:49

In Episode 33, we find out the latest on the drug dealer behind the Courchevel fire, Iain finds out about lift pass marketing in Ax 3 Domaines and Jim discovers who the La Clusaz liftie was with Th...
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32: Japow, McSki, Chill Factore&Ski Val go bust from 2019-03-19T18:00:09

In this episode, Jim finds out about the legendary Ja-powder in Japan, while Iain takes a first slide at the Chill Factore in Manchester. We find out about how to buy property in the Alps, discuss...
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31: Telemark Skiing, Plane Crashes, Avalanches, Moon Boots&more from 2019-03-06T07:38:50

Woah... this is a snow-packed episode. In this edition of the podcast Iain and Jim discuss the quality of Moon-Boots, Jim goes Telemarking for the first time and they talk about Lyndsey Vonn reti...
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30: Ski Touring in Morocco, Powder Technique&Eddie The Eagle Pt2 from 2019-02-12T06:00:15

In this episode Iain and Jim find out how to ski powder and service skis, discover you can do a GCSE in skiing, rejoice in Team GB success (and how Eddie 'The Eagle' feels about it). There's ski to...
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29: Eddie The Eagle, La Clusaz, Folie Douce in Cham from 2019-01-29T06:52:45

n this episode Iain chats to Eddie ‘The Eagle’ Edwards about how life has changed since the movie, Jim reviews La Clusaz and finds out more about how to service skis properly. We discuss the best ...
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28: Wolves in the Alps, How Cows Prevent Avalanches&Ski Sunday Returns from 2019-01-14T19:13:58

In this episode Jim and Iain discuss the increase in the number of wolves in the Alps, we find out how cows prevent avalanches and Jim tests a new eco-friendly boot dryer. Jim brings us up to date...
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27: La Rosiere, St Anton, Chamonix&La Clusaz from 2018-12-26T11:08

In this episode Jim and Iain swap Secret Santa presents, we have updates from Betony in Chamonix and Becky in St Anton. Jim prepares for his move to La Clusaz and Iain reports live from La Rosière....
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26: Skiing in Scotland, Swindon&Méribel from 2018-12-12T13:57:44

In this episode skiing we find out how to ski in Scotland all year round, get the latest news from Méribel and discuss the new snow centre in Swindon. Jim and Iain also reveal who described the po...
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25: St Anton, Charlotte Bankes&Billy Morgan's favourite resort from 2018-11-28T10:33:45

This episode Iain and Jim discuss the lack of snow in (most of) the Alps, Iain asks new GB snowboardcross athlete Charlotte Bankes why she defected from the French team and Billy Morgan reveals his...
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24: Billy Morgan, Chemmy Alcott v. Graham Bell and Inside Chill Factore from 2018-11-09T21:00:42

This episode Iain reports back from the London Ski Festival with interviews with Olympians Billy Morgan, Graham Bell and Chemmy Alcott as well as world-record breaking snowboarder Jamie Barrow. We...
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23: Sting's Lift Pass, Courchevel&Val d'Isère updates&Tour de France rumours from 2018-10-22T12:57:24

During this episode Jim reveals he's moving to the Alps for the winter and Iain doesn't take it personally. We have guest reports from Alex in Courchevel and Steve in Val d'Isère and a spoiler fo...
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22: New lifts in Tignes&Zermatt, Inside Chill Factore and How To Put Your Boots On from 2018-10-08T20:28:37

In this episode Jim and Iain discuss the new lifts that opened last week in both Tignes and Zermatt, Jim goes behind the scenes at the Chill Factore indoor snow slope in Manchester, we find out whi...
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21: Fires in Chamonix&Garmisch, Vicky Gosling interview&How to get into Ski Racing from 2018-09-24T21:05:49

This time Jim and Iain wonder why the Alps are so flammable (after the recent fires in Chamonix, Tignes and Garmisch), Jim reports on glacier skiing in Cervinia and Iain interviews VIP Vicky Goslin...
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20: Brexit (again), Junior Worlds Success&Author Interviews from 2018-09-10T21:11:24

Iain and Jim talk summer holidays in the Alps, discuss how Brexit will affect the cost of your ski holiday, celebrate GB success at the Junior World Champs and re-open our ‘Ski Book Group’ with a l...
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19: New Lifts in Val d'Isère, London Ski Show&Hiring Ski Clothing from 2018-08-06T20:00:13

Jim and Iain report in for their final pod of the summer - yes, believe it or not, winter is only round the corner! In Episode 19, Iain talks to the team from Val d'Isère Telepheriques about the n...
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18: New lifts in La Rosiere, Buying a Ski Property&Book Reviews from 2018-07-11T07:53:04

Even though there is a heatwave going on in the UK Iain and Jim are still talking about skiing and snowboarding. In this episode of the Ski Podcast Iain tells Jim off for misspelling Val d’Isere ...
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17: Own Your Own Ski Resort, Ski Instructor Training and Alpine Meals on Wheels from 2018-06-19T15:28:16

Iain and Jim aren’t getting much skiing in at the moment which is probably why they are discussing skiing in fancy dress, what they would do if they bought a ski resort and their best ski related c...
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16: Royal ski stories, Heli-Skiing in Italy, Ski fit exercises and Snow sport alternatives from 2018-05-21T06:11:06

In this episode of The Ski Podcast Iain and Jim start the show by talking about LISTEX, how many turns they can get on the slope at the Ski Center, how to make skiing better for millennials and roy...
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15: Summer Skiing, Cauterets and Piste Bashing in Courchevel from 2018-04-29T21:51:02

In Episode 15 we look at the best places to ski in the summer months. Iain and Jim suggest places to ski in the Alps, Norway, New Zealand and Chile.

Jim chats to the Vincent Doutres ...
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14: Skiing April Fools, Snow Centres and LISTEX from 2018-04-15T19:30:57

In this episode, we look at some of the best and worst April Fools to come out of the ski industry. Jim talks about how a cancelled Airbnb booking nearly ruined his ski trip. Iain goes to the Sn...
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13: Indoor ski training, Snowcamp and a Day Trip on the Eurostar to Les Arcs from 2018-03-26T13:11:03

In this episode, we chat about our best ski presents and discover how romantic Iain is. Jim goes on the Eurostar for a days skiing in Les Arcs. Iain is out and about and visits an indoor ski tra...
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12: Olympic claims, How to be a better skier and a Guide to the 3 Valleys from 2018-03-11T22:06:10

This is episode 12 of the Knowledge is Powder Podcast - And we are getting serious. Iain takes an indepth look at how the British Olympic Association are sending misleading messages about Team GB’...
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11: Drugs, Speed Snowboarding and Ski Boots from 2018-03-04T20:37:37

The regular show is back. This one was recorded shortly after the Winter Olympics finished. During the show we try to avoid mentioning the games, we look at a potential new product that will help...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 16 from 2018-02-26T10:23:11

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. This is the final episode. In it, Jim and Iain ta...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 14 from 2018-02-23T08:44:53

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, we talk about Ski Cross, Curling...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 13 from 2018-02-22T08:07:39

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. Today we have Dave Ryding news, talk more about C...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 12 from 2018-02-21T08:16:03

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. Today we are joined by Vanessa Fisher and we look...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 11 from 2018-02-20T08:43:29

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. Today we are joined by Will in Korea to find out ...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 10 from 2018-02-19T17:49:35

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, we talk about curling and halfpi...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 9 from 2018-02-18T07:20:44

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, Jim chats slopestyle and watchin...
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Daily Winter Olympic Update - Day 8 from 2018-02-17T20:48:46

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, Iain relives the results of Supe...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 7 from 2018-02-16T08:59:43

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. We talk about the first medal for Team GB, Kim Jo...
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Daily Winter Olympic Update - Day 6 from 2018-02-15T09:20:54

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In today's podcast, we talk about Skeleton Suits,...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 5 from 2018-02-14T09:06:49

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. Today we are joined by Will who is living in Kore...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 4 from 2018-02-13T09:08:13

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, we look forward to Elise Christi...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 3 from 2018-02-12T08:56:43

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, Iain talks about the high winds ...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 2 from 2018-02-11T10:01:46

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, Jim talks about the Andrew Musgr...
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Daily Winter Olympic Special - Day 1 from 2018-02-10T08:56:43

Every day of the Winter Olympics we will bring you a speedy round-up of the previous day's action, the most interesting stories and what to watch. In this episode, we talk about the opening cerem...
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10: Skiing with Sting, meet our man at the Winter Olympics and more snow from 2018-02-05T18:41

In episode 10 of the Ski Podcast Iain and Jim are joined by former luxury chalet owner Jerry Blease and we chat to Will who is going to the Winter Olympics. In Korean Korner Will, who is currentl...
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9: Snow Storms, Iglu Ski and Skiing in the French Pyrenees from 2018-01-21T19:34:27

In this episode of our ski and snowboard podcast, Iain and Jim are joined by Krystelle Kubicki the Marketing Manager at Iglu Ski. Krystelle joins the team to talk about her role at one of the UK’s ...
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8: Brexit and the Ski Industry, Helmets and Snowstorms from 2018-01-06T13:21:11

In the first episode of the 2018 Jim and Iain make New Year resolutions that they won't keep. In this edition of the podcast, they are joined by Charlie Owen from Seasonal Businesses in Travel...
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7: Skiing, Funiculars and Snowmageddon from 2017-12-26T20:26:50

DISCLAIMER - The sound on this podcast for our guest is not the best. But if you can get past that it is a really great podcast, except the bit where Jim can't read but didn't edit out as he was to...
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6: Olympic bans, minor royalty and Val d'Isere car parks from 2017-12-10T21:09:05

For this episode, Iain and Jim are joined by Steve Angus a ski instructor in Val d'Isere. Steve describes the snow he can see from his window, shares a few tips on where to ski and gives the team a...
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5: Powdair, Courchevel and Human Curling from 2017-11-30T11:07:50

In this episode we chat to longterm seasonnaire Alex Irwin about his 20 years in Courchevel, making Genepi and human curling. We also talk about how Powdair the dedicated airline for skiers won't...
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4: Jamie Barrow talks about his snowboard trip to North Korea from 2017-11-15T10:34:16

In this episode the Uk's fastest snowboarder, Jamie Barrow drops in for a chat about his recent adventure to ride the new ski resort in North Korea. We also discuss the launch of ski airline Powd...
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3: London Ski Show 2017 Special, with Graham Bell and Ed Leigh from 2017-11-01T10:25:23

The ski show special. In this episode, we look at The Telegraph Ski & Snowboard show 2017 and get opinion from Ed Leigh, Emily Sarsfield, Chris Moran, Simon Shaw, Rosie Barcroft, Alan Morg...
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2: Planes, trains and no mention of Snowmobiles from 2017-10-17T07:52:22

In this edition, Iain and Jim look at the collapse of Monarch and how it could affect your ski holiday. We also ask the question are all ski resort basically the same? Bust some myths about eating...
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1: The Jump, London Ski Show&LISTEX from 2017-10-03T11:54:51

In the first episode of the Knowledge is Powder podcast Iain reveals that the name is absolutely nonsensical which is a great start and probably a sign of what is to come. We also get some inside ...
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