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The Ski Moms Podcast

Each week Sarah and Nicole will host a ski mom guest to tap into her knowledge and share stories from the lifts. Guests range from industry insiders to those go-to moms who always seem to have it all together. We share laughs and lessons from the hill. You"ll feel included, invited and celebrated every time you join us. We hope to help you and your family get to the slopes happy and coming back for more!

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46:21

The Fear Project: Understanding and Overcoming Ski...

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2025/12/12

In this episode, we tackle a topic that's been the elephant in the room of the ski world: fear. We sit down with Dr. Carol Porter, a Snowsport England coach with 20 years of experience and a PhD in pedagogical philosophies, and Kimberley Kay, author of the beloved "Ski A to Z" book and advocate for women in snow sports. Together, they reveal findings from their Fear Project research study that surveyed women globally about anxiety and fear in skiing. The results are eye-opening: 62% of women ...

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35:57

From Ski Racer to Designer: Jordan Watts on Building...

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2025/12/05

Jordan Watts, co-founder and head designer of Jorde, joins the Ski Moms podcast to share her journey from competitive ski racing to creating a modern ski apparel brand. Born in Texas but raised in New Hampshire's ski country, Jordan's path to fashion design began on the slopes. She attended Burke Mountain Academy, where the demanding schedule of academics and training taught her invaluable time management skills and fostered an intensely competitive spirit. Jordan attended UVM before landing ...

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47:12

Keeping Vermont Wild: A Guide to Family-Friendly...

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2025/11/28

In this episode of the Ski Moms Podcast, hosts Nicole and Sarah welcome Rachel Proper, founder of Keep Vermont Wild, for an in-depth conversation about making Vermont's outdoor adventures accessible to everyone, especially families with young children. Rachel shares her journey from posting personal outdoor adventures to creating a comprehensive resource that showcases Vermont's beauty while promoting responsible tourism and Leave No Trace principles. The conversation covers practical advice ...

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41:32

Rhonda Swenson: Designing for the Ski & Mountain...

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2025/11/20

In this episode, Nicole and Sarah sit down with Rhonda Swenson, founder and creative director of Krimson Klover, a women's outdoor lifestyle brand known for its vintage-inspired illustrated base layers and bold, colorful knitwear. Rhonda shares her journey from Texas ski slopes to building a successful Boulder-based company, emphasizing her commitment to slow fashion, ethical manufacturing, and sustainable practices. With a 15-person team (plus up to eight dogs in the office!), she's built a ...

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46:19

From Ski Day Struggles to Smart Solutions: Julie...

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2025/11/14

In this episode, the Ski Moms are joined by Julie Gacnik, co-founder of Pure Mountain Fun and mom of four who turned her family's ski day frustrations into a thriving business. A former university administrator who learned to ski in Iowa, Julie's journey began when her 10-year-old daughter invented a 3.5-ounce ski carrier for a school project. After strangers at Beaver Creek asked where they could buy it, the family launched Pure Mountain Fun in March 2020, just one week before the ski indust...

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37:20

Building a Snow Empire: Barbara Sanders on Magazine...

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2025/11/07

In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Barbara Sanders, the dynamic founder and publisher of The SNOW Magazine and creative force behind Snow Society and Snow Tequila. Based in Aspen, Barbara has been shaping mountain culture for decades, starting as a ski instructor and evolving into a multi-faceted entrepreneur. She shares her journey from teaching skiing at Mammoth and Aspen to launching a glossy lifestyle magazine that celebrates the glamorous side of ski culture. Barbara discusses h...

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45:56

Powder Days and PT: How to Prevent, Treat, and...

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2025/10/31

In this episode, the Ski Moms sit down with Kathleen Doehla, a physical therapist and founder of Points North Sports and Regenerative PT in Stowe, Vermont. Kathleen shares her journey from a terrified beginner who crashed into the Spruce Peak base lodge to becoming a confident skier and respected PT specializing in orthopedic and sports medicine injuries. With 26 years of experience, Kathleen discusses the critical importance of physical therapy homework. She breaks down common sk...

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40:58

Building Communities That Last: Aspen One's Housing...

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2025/10/24

In this episode Heather Henry, VP of Housing and Childcare at Aspen One, joins the Ski Moms to discuss the critical infrastructure that keeps ski communities livable for families: affordable housing and accessible childcare. Aspen One operates Aspen Snowmass (four mountains), Aspen Hospitality, and Aspen Ventures, employing over 4,000 people at peak season. The company provides 1,300 beds, housing 75% of seasonal workers but only 15% of year-round employees. They take a "housing continu...

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48:14

Butterfly in a Blizzard: A Pro Snowboarder's Raw...

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2025/10/16

In this episode professional snowboarder Kimmy Fasani joins the Ski Moms to share her incredibly raw and honest journey of balancing elite athletic performance with motherhood and a breast cancer diagnosis. From her early days learning to ski at age 2 in Truckee to becoming a professional snowboarder in Mammoth Lakes, Kimmy opens up about the realities of maintaining a career in action sports while raising two young boys. She discusses her powerful documentary "Butterfly in a Blizzard," which...

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43:40

Breaking Barriers: Victoria Gaither on Skiing,...

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2025/10/10

In this episode the Ski Moms are joined by Emmy-winning broadcaster and writer Victoria Gaither who shares her powerful skiing journey from a tearful first experience at Liberty Mountain through D.C. public schools to becoming a passionate advocate for diversity in winter sports. Starting her career with legendary Ted Koppel, Victoria now writes for Mountain Times and Vermont Ski and Snowboard magazine, focusing on positive stories that move the needle forward. Her viral article "The My...

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43:35

Building Tomorrow's Ski Industry Leaders at Killington

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2025/10/03

In this episode the Ski Moms talk with Kristel Killary. Kristel Killary is the Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Resort and Hospitality Management program at Vermont State University, based at Killington Resort. A lifelong skier who grew up at Pico Mountain, Kristel transitioned from a 12-year career in amusement park operations to Killington Resort before finding her true calling in education. She now leads this unique three-year bachelor's degree program that combines acad...

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33:03

Portillo's Promise: Keeping Skiing Personal in a...

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2025/09/26

In this episode the Ski Moms are joined by Ellen Guidera who serves on the board of Portillo Ski Resort and previously oversaw its marketing operations. Ellen's path to Portillo began as a ski instructor fresh out of Middlebury College, then after an impressive corporate career including 11 years with Disney, Ellen returned to Portillo in 1997 to join the company full-time. In this intimate conversation recorded over tea at Portillo (Chile), Ellen shares the unique story and philosophy behind...

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45:06

Listen Again: The Nonprofit Model of Skiing at Bogus...

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2025/09/19

For this Listen Again episode, we’re revisiting a listener favorite — our conversation with Susan Saad, Director of Community and Customer Relations at Bogus Basin Mountain Recreation Area in Boise, Idaho. Bogus Basin is unlike most ski areas — it operates as a nonprofit, reinvesting revenue into the mountain and its community. Over Susan’s 10-year tenure, she’s seen how this model makes skiing more accessible, affordable, and sustainable while still offering big-mountain terrain and top-notc...

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48:13

Listen Again: Creating Access on the Slopes with...

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2025/09/12

Enjoy this Season Highlight from the Ski Moms Podcast This week, we’re revisiting one of our most inspiring conversations on the Ski Moms Podcast—our interview with Tracy Meier, Chief Program and Education Officer at the National Ability Center in Park City, Utah. Tracy shares how the NAC creates life-changing outdoor experiences for individuals of all abilities—including adaptive ski and snowboard programs for kids, veterans, and families. If you’ve ever wondered what inclusion looks like on...

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43:07

From Page to Powder: A Conversation with Bluebird Day...

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2025/09/04

Join us for the first-ever Ski Moms Book Club and Author Chat with Megan in early October! Contact us via DM @theskimoms or email for an invitation. In this episode, we welcome Megan Tady, author of the Washington Post noteworthy book "Bluebird Day," which follows a compelling mother-daughter alpine skiing duo in the Swiss Alps. From her journalism roots to becoming a novelist, Megan shares how she crafted an authentic story about competitive skiing despite not being an expert skier her...

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50:35

Building Strength for the Slopes: A Ski Mom's Guide...

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2025/08/22

In this summer episode, personal trainer and ski mom Hollie Nicholson shares her expertise on building strength for skiing through accessible at-home workouts. From her Indiana roots to skiing the Swiss Alps, Hollie discusses how she helps women build confidence and strength for their mountain adventures. As the creator of Strong Training Methods, she breaks down how busy moms can incorporate effective 30-45 minute workouts using simple equipment like dumbbells and resistance bands. Hollie sh...

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51:08

Listen Again: Raising the Stoke with Marsha Hovey of...

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2025/08/07

In this Listen Again episode, we're heading back to one of our favorite conversations with Marsha Hovey, the creative and passionate Marketing Director at Trollhaugen, a beloved family ski area just outside of Minneapolis, Minnesota. In this episode, we talk about: What makes Trollhaugen such a hidden gem for Midwest familiesThe power of embracing fun and creativity in ski cultureWhy Trollhaugen leans into night skiing and terrain parksHow Marsha uses storytelling and social media to connect ...

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50:02

Listen Again: Brundage Mountain with Janna Allen

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2025/07/24

This week, we’re revisiting one of our favorite episodes featuring Janna Allen from Brundage Mountain Resort in McCall, Idaho. Why? Because we finally got to ski Brundage last winter—and we absolutely loved it. From the uncrowded slopes to the friendly vibe and incredible tree skiing, Brundage truly lived up to the hype. In this episode, Janna shares what makes Brundage such a hidden gem for families: ⛷️ Deep powder and terrain for all levels 🏔️ A laid-back, welcoming mountain cul...

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51:39

No Snow? No Problem: A Ski Mom’s Guide to Pickleball

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2025/07/11

In this summer episode we are joined by Joyce Shulman, entrepreneur and avid skier, who returns to discuss her latest venture, Open Play, and the explosive growth of pickleball. As one of America's fastest-growing sports with a 45% increase in players between 2023-2024, pickleball has evolved from a casual backyard game to a dynamic sport attracting players of all ages. Joyce breaks down the essentials of pickleball, from equipment needs to safety considerations, while highlighting the sport'...

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37:27

Shifting Gears: Roam Fest's Mission to Transform...

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2025/06/20

In this episode, the Ski Moms welcome Sam Ryan, Director of Partnerships at Roam Fest, who shares her evolution from mental health professional to mountain bike advocate. Sam discusses how Roam Fest has grown from a small gathering to an 800+ person celebration of women and non-binary riders, complete with workshops, guided rides, and legendary dance parties. Sam offers valuable insights for newcomers to mountain biking, emphasizing the importance of finding supportive women's riding groups a...

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