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The Ski Podcast

The Ski Podcast

Want to know more about the world of skiing and snowsports? The Ski Podcast is an award-winning podcast with over 300 episodes covering all aspects of the world of skiing and snowboarding, from resorts to racing, Ski Sunday to slush. Host Iain Martin is joined by guests from the world of snow in episode to chat about wintery stuff and probe around the avalanche of ski news. Listen to our back catalog at www.theskipodcast.com The Ski Podcast is sponsored by Tirol, Austria The Ski Podcast was

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238: Zoe Atkin, Team GB Freestyle Skier

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/02/21

Team GB freestyle skier Zoe Atkin has won multiple medals at the X-Games, World Cup and World Championships and is a hot prospect for a podium at next year's Milan-Cortina Winter Olympics.This season the 21-year-old has three World Cup podiums in five competitions, including a win and two second place finishes in her last three events. She will next be in action at next month’s Freestyle World Championships in St Moritz. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code If you are heading to the snow, then don’t

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44:35

237: 3 Zinnen, European Sleeper, Serre Chevalier by...

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/02/14

We find out about 3 Zinnen in the Italian Dolomites, plus we have a train travel focus: looking at the European Sleeper to Italy and trains to Serre Chevalier.We also have our regular snow reports, gold medal news for Team GB and your ski Valentines stories, plus the chance to win some super-cool Vallon goggles. Host Iain Martin was joined by Babsi Lapwood from the Mountain Trade Network and Dom Winter from Protect Our Winters UK. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code Don’t forget that if you want

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57:49

236: Ed Leigh on Ski Sunday, Mia Brookes & the...

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/02/07

This special episode of The Ski Podcast is an exclusive interview with BBC presenter Ed Leigh. Ed tells us how the ‘Ski Sunday’ season has gone so far, including why his co-presenter, Chemmy Alcott, was a natural when it came to snowboarding. We cover his journey from Turin 2006 to Paris 2024, where he commentated on the BMX and skateboarding, before discussing the ridiculous talent of Mia Brookes, Britain’s 18-year-old world champion snowboarder. Finally, I asked Ed about the Natural Selection

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235: Big Sky, Montana & advice on US Multipasses (inc...

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/01/31

We find out about Big Sky Resort in Montana and look into the multipass options in the States, including the Epic, Ikon, Indy and Mountain Collective passes.We also have our regular snow reports, your feedback, Team GB news and equipment expert Al Morgan reports from the SIGB Ski Test in La Clusaz. Host Iain Martin was joined by Nancy Shiel, Head of Ski Patrol at Big Sky Resort in Montana, and Stuart Winchester, host of the Storm Skiing Podcast. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code If you want to

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234: Courmayeur, Entrepreneur focus with Ruanua &...

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/01/24

We finding out about driving to the Alps in an electric vehicle, discuss Courmayeur in Italy, plus we have an entrepreneur focus talking to the founders of two snowsports companies.We also have our regular snow reports, your feedback, news on more World Cup wins for Team GB plus an update from Dave Ryding ahead of the World Champs in Saalbach. Iain was joined by Erin Flynn, founder of the clothing company Ruanua and Simon Hooper, founder of Whitestorm, the ski hire company in Courchevel and

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233: Mark Smith, 'The Man in Seat 61', on train...

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/01/17

Today is a special interview with Mark Smith – the train travel expert also known as ‘The Man in Seat 61’. We discuss his background; how he came to set up his website seat61.com; his views on the best routes to the Alps by train; the trend towards night trains; plus whether there will ever be competition for Eurostar on the cross-channel line. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code If you’re heading to the Alps this winter, then you can save money on your ski hire by using the code ‘SKIPODCAST’ at

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58:32

232: Montenegro, Tignes & European Gay Ski Week

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/01/10

We find out about skiing in Montenegro and Tignes what it’s like at European Gay Ski Week and look at the new Jandri 3S lift in Les 2 Alpes.We also have our regular snow reports, your feedback and news on World Cup wins for Team GB. Host Iain Martin is joined by freelance journalist Mary Novakovich, Matt Ware from European Gay Ski Week and regular guest, Catherine Murphy. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code If you’re heading to the Alps this winter, then you can save money on your ski hire by

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The Best Ski Touring Equipment for 2025 (including...

The Ski Podcast ·

2025/01/03

We focus on ski touring in this equipment special. Iain and Al look at the best skis and ski boots for people wanting an ‘all-rounder’ set up or a dedicated lightweight touring set up, as well as discussing layers and the different bindings available. This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham. They are the winter sports specialists, with 16 shops around the UK where you can find all the kit you need for this winter. Alternatively, simply go to their website

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231: John Yates-Smith, YSE Ski - 50 years in Val d'Isère

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/12/27

This special episode of The Ski Podcast featuring Val d'Isère legend John Yates-Smith. John is just starting his 50th winter in the resort. He started in the 70s in the early years of the British ski industry and went on to run Bladon Lines’ operations in Val d'Isère for a decade. In 1991, he co-founded his own chalet company, YSE Ski, which has now been offering ski holidays in VDI for over 30 years. SHOW NOTES Read Iain’s article about Bladon Lines (2:00) YSE is a Val d'Isère specialist

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230.5: The Christmas Snow Report Special

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/12/24

Our special Christmas Episode is the present of snow reports for you from across the Alps, including Tignes, Les 2 Alpes, La Plagne, Courchevel, Combloux, Val Gardena, St Anton, Grimentz…and the Brecon Beacons in Wales!SHOW NOTES Iain is currently in Tignes (0:30) Alex Armand, Tip Top Ski Coaching, Les 2 Alpes, France (1:30) Jen Tsang, That’s La Plagne, La Plagne, France (2:00) Alex Irwin, 150 Days of Winter, Courchevel, France (3:50) Betony Garner, Combloux, France (5:20) Tim Hudson,

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47:15

230: Jackson Hole, 'Last Christmas' in Saas Fee &...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/12/20

Today we look at the iconic resort of Jackson Hole, find out how Saas Fee are celebrating the 40th anniversary of Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’ and learn about ‘The Last Ride’ film project.We also have snow reports from Verbier, Les 2 Alpes and La Plagne, an update on the latest ski racing action from Matt Garcka and your feedback. Host Iain Martin was joined by Jess McMillan from Jackson Hole and Jon Moy from ‘The Last Ride’ project. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code If you’re heading to the Alps

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42:39

229: The ‘Piste X Code’, Slope Safety and Skiing...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/12/13

In this episode we discuss how to ski safely on the slopes, and why that’s important. Plus we find out about the opening weekend of the season in Les 3 Vallées and take a look at the new venue for the London Snow Show.Host Iain Martin was joined by Kimberley Kay and Dr Carol Porter, authors of the ‘Project Fear’ study and Louise Paley and Amie Henderson, co-founders of the ‘Piste X Code’. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code All podcast listeners can save money on your ski hire by using the code

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42:37

228: Xavier, Victor & Mila De Le Rue: An adventure...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/12/11

Today’s episode celebrates the release of the new film from The North Face, ‘Of A Lifetime’, featuring Xavier De Le Rue, his brother Victor and his daughter Mila. The film covers an expedition the three of them took to Antarctica. Not only is the scenery breathtakingly beautiful, but you will be gripping your seat when you see some of the insane faces that Xavier and Victor take on. The trip was also a rite of passage for Xavier’s daughter Mila, who turned 18 while they were in Antarctica

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227: Lucy Aspden-Kean, Ski Journalist

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/12/06

In this special episode, Iain speaks with Lucy Aspden-Kean, Ski & Snowboard Editor at The Telegraph. We discuss Lucy’s journey from the Blackpool Gazette to an MA in Journalism and how she beat 300 other applicants to win a ski internship at the Telegraph. Lucy shares her advice for aspiring travel journalists, what it was like working on the travel desk during Covid, plus we also discuss how a trip to Nepal was prompted by an interview with Sir Ranulph Fiennes. Intersport Ski Hire You can

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226: Skiing down Mt Blanc, Hokkaido in Japan &...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/11/29

Today we find out what it’s like skiing down Mont Blanc, learn about skiing in Hokkaido in Japan, plus we cover a drugs bust in Verbier, a cable car crash in Val Thorens and get an update on the Alpine World Cup.Host Iain Martin was joined by Floss Cockle, from FreeFlo Ski Coaching in Tignes and ski journalist and photographer, Mike Richards. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code All podcast listeners can save money on your ski hire by using the code ‘SKIPODCAST’ at intersportrent.com, or simply take

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48:16

The Best Ski Gloves & Socks for 2025 (plus why thick...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/11/22

In our fifth of this winter’s equipment specials, Iain is joined by equipment expert Al Morgan to look at two vital areas of your winter wardrobe – ski gloves and socks.Previous episodes in this series have included the Best Skis, Ski Boots, Jackets and Helmets and Goggles for winter 2025. This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham. Ellis Brigham are the winter sports specialists, with 16 shops around the UK where you can find all the kit you need for this

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42:06

225: How to get more families skiing, plus our World...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/11/15

In this episode we discuss how to get more families skiing and how resorts can help parents, plus we look at what’s coming up on the World Cup ski racing circuit this winter. We have our first snow report of the season and there’s an update from the Carrick-Smith boys as their first race of the season gets closer. Host Iain Martin was joined by Nicole Feliciano from the Ski Moms podcast and Matt Garcka, host of the Skiing is Believing podcast. Intersport Ski Hire Discount Code All podcast

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53:04

The Best Ski Helmets & Goggles for 2025 (inc how to...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/11/08

In the fourth of this winter’s equipment specials, Iain is joined by Al Morgan to look at two really important areas of your winter wardrobe – helmets and goggles. Previous episodes in this series have included the Best Skis, Best Ski Boots and Best Ski Jackets for winter 2025. This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham. They are the winter sports specialists, with 16 shops around the UK where you can find all the kit you need for this winter. Alternatively,

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The Best Ski Jackets for 2025 (inc advice on how to...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/11/01

In this special episode Iain and Al look at the best ski jackets for 2025. It’s the third in our series of looking at the best snowsports equipment available for winter 2025. In our first two episodes, we looked at the best skis and the ski boots. In later episodes, we’ll look at the best helmets, goggles, gloves and socks, plus there will be a special episode focusing on ski touring equipment. This Special Episode of The Ski Podcast has been made possible by Ellis Brigham. Ellis Brigham are

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224: Ski Show Special ft Dave Ryding, Chemmy Alcott,...

The Ski Podcast ·

2024/10/25

This episode is a Snow Show special, including interviews with Dave Ryding, Chemmy Alcott and others at the 2024 London Snow Show, Northern Snow Show and the industry event LISTEX. We discuss the upcoming World Cup season, the Alpine Ski World Championships in Saalbach, the growth of the Magic Pass and there’s big news about the future of the London Snow Show itself. Plus we have a new competition where you can win some great prizes. Host Iain Martin was joined in the studio by Jamie Grant – the

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