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The Stokecast7: Only Do What Your Inspired To Do, with Cody TownsendThis week on The Stokecast, professional skier, unprofessional surfer, fisherman, fun haver, and co-founder of Arcade Belts, Cody Townsend.Expect to walk away from this episode with your new life manifesto and a mission to live every day in more meaningful ways. Jonathan and Emily chat with Cody about:- How fun and happiness are the bedrock principles for all of his pursuits- Why he chose to stop doing what initially brought him success as a professional skier and shift directions into inspiring new outlets- How to dial in a pace that you...2025-04-231h 09
GEAR:30Reviewer Reports: Closing-Day Setups, Trip Reports, Cody’s Surprise Visit, & MoreIn this episode, Luke Koppa sits down with Kara Williard, Jonathan Ellsworth, and the strikingly handsome Justin Bobb to talk about the many skis Jonathan and I opted to take out during closing weekend at CBMR; Kara’s powder-filled winter trips, and the two skis and single boot she used throughout; and Justin’s latest, crazy biking / skinning / snowboarding adventure + some of the boards and boots he’s been testing. Finally, we dive into some ski-touring boots discussions, and Jonathan tells us about his surprise visit from Cody Townsend.RELATED LINKS:Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+ Member...2025-04-1858 min
Climbing GoldUps and Downs: Cody TownsendAfter rising to the highest echelon of professional skiing, Cody Townsend took a step back and embraced climbing to take him to the next chapter of his career. Today, Cody sits on the cusp of completing an all-time goal – climbing and skiing the 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. Watch Climbing Gold on YouTubeThanks to our sponsorsThe North FaceCheck out Summit Series at thenorthface.com DavidBuy 4 cartons and get the 5th one...2025-04-181h 06
BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (March / April 2025)Cody and Jonathan discuss tariff zaniness and the goal of manufacturing more in America; the state of outdoor-sports comps; whether it’s a good thing when big companies move into outdoor sports (Nike & snowboarding?); and more. They also rate your takes, talk about Cody’s trips to Norway & Utah, and share what they’ve been reading & watching.RELATED LINKS:Get Covered: BLISTER+TOPICS & TIMES:BLISTER+ (1:36)Cody’s Trips: Norway & Utah (4:06)Tariffs & Effects on Outdoors Companies (10:12)The State of Comps: FWT (20:44)Natural Selection’s 1st Ski Com...2025-04-141h 47
The Children's Literature PodcastA Chat with Dave CullenDave Cullen is a YouTuber who focuses on pop culture and science fiction, and his debut novel Deus V Machina: A Cody Stockton Mystery is one of the most intersting independent books I’ve read in a while. This novel blends multiple genres in creative and unexpected ways, and it will appeal to thoughtful teenagers who are ready to think about complex philosophical ideas but who also want to enjoy some good action and adventure.
During our conversation, Dave explains his ideas about how artificial intelligence will affect authors and illustrators, and we focus on the themes an...2025-03-1050 min
The Muttlay KrewIN THE CHOOK PEN with 'Mr Sombrero'Join the Muttlay Krew, Jake, Kyle, and Cody, as they dive deep into the Rugby League world, focusing on the Sydney Roosters' challenging preseason of 2025. With a playful banter, the team explores the Roosters' disappointing preseason results and what they could mean for the regular season.
In this episode, Kyle passionately defends the Roosters' prospects despite their rough start, highlighting the vital role of new talent like Chad Townsend and the potential return of key players like Sam Walker and Brandon Smith. The trio discusses the departures of key players and the impact this might have on t...2025-02-2519 min
Blister Cinematic'Ski: The Greatest Ski Tour of All Time' w/ Nikolai Schirmer, Cody Townsend, & Jonathan EllsworthJonathan talks with Nikolai Schirmer about snow monk warriors, obsessive weirdos, and his outstanding new movie, ‘Ski: The Greatest Ski Tour of All Time.’ Plus, Cody Townsend (who is in the film) joins in to talk about the evolution of ski culture, filmmaking, and more.RELATED LINKSWatch the Trailer for ‘SKI’Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Join Us! Blister Summit 2025TOPICS & TIMES:BLISTER+ Member Competing @ Kings & Queens (0:44)Niko’s Film Tour & Travels (3:00)Cody's Involvement (6:17)Ski Movie or Not: Obsessive Weirdos (8:59)Cody Jum...2025-02-061h 11BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (January 2025)Cody and Jonathan review some of the big news of January; rate Cody’s take; share what we’re reading & watching; offer some mountain town advice; and more.RELATED LINKS:Taos Ski ValleyGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Join Us! Blister Summit 2025TOPICS & TIMES:Taos Ski Valley (0:50)Our Neighbors & BLISTER+ (1:23)Blister Summit (3:19)Cody’s Pro Tip / Life Advice (4:05)Cody on Couloirs & Basketball Courts (6:35)NFL Talk - We’re Back! (10:57)Climate Change Hits Home (13:23)Denali Name Cha...2025-02-031h 15
Wild Ideas Worth LivingSkiing the 50 Classic Descents in North America with Cody TownsendCody Townsend is one of America's most well-known and beloved professional skiers. In his 20s, Cody made a name for himself as a competitive alpine ski racer before starring in dozens of blockbuster ski movies. His fame skyrocketed in 2014 when he skied The Crack, a steep and narrow gully in Alaska. Following this feat, Cody embarked on an ambitious journey to ski the 50 classic lines in North America— a project that isn't quite finished and maybe never will be. Connect with Cody: Website Instagram YouTube If you enjoyed this episode: Snowboarding as a Creative Expressi...2024-12-1738 minBlister Cinematic'Dumb & Dumber' w/ Cody Townsend & Jonathan EllsworthIn honor of its 30th anniversary, we’re discussing one of Cody’s all-time favorite movies; you’ll learn why it’s such an important movie to him; and you’ll hear Cody make the case for Dumb & Dumber being the greatest ski movie ever?? Check it out, and let us know if you agree.RELATED LINKSGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+TOPICS & TIMES:Very Dumb Bets (3:00)Greatest Ski Movie Ever?? (6:08)Fun Facts & Film Factoids (12:41)Most Rewatchable Scenes (29:44)Best Lines (35:44)What's Aged The Best...2024-12-101h 19BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (November 2024)Cody and Jonathan are back to review some of the news of November; rate your takes; offer some mountain town advice; share what we’re reading & watching; and more.RELATED LINKS:Blister Rec. Shop: Round HouseBLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredGet Our Winter Buyer’s GuideTOPICS & TIMES:Winter is Here! (4:21)NFL Update (7:46)Jonathan & Cody’s Bet (12:48)Update for The 100 (15:03)The Presidential Election (17:54)Mikaela Shiffrin (30:09)Lindsey Vonn is Back (31:06)Mike Tyson / Jake Paul Fight...2024-12-021h 42
Psychotic StrengthCody Keto is Super NeatoI talk to Cody Keto about lifting, Photography, Art, and Life. 2024-12-021h 03BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (October 2024)Cody and Jonathan are back to review some of the news of October; introduce a new Reviewing the News segment (Rate My Take); discuss the expansion of the Natural Selection Tour; offer some mountain town relationship advice; share what we’re reading & watching; and more.RELATED LINKS:Opensnow.com/buy - use code: blister50Park City Ski Boot:Email: pcputah@gmail.comCall: 435-776-7883BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredGet Our Winter Buyer’s GuideTOPICS & TIMES:OpenSnow Deal for The 100! (1:27)Blister Rec Shop: Park...2024-11-051h 33
The Avalanche Hour PodcastFear and Coping in Alaska: Sara Boilen x Cody TownsendEpisode 9.2: Dr. Sara Boilen Interviews Cody Townsend.
Cody Townsend discusses The Fifty Project , a web series documenting his attempt to climb and ski all 50 classic ski descents of North America. He reflects on the transition from being seen as a fearless, ego-driven skier to showcasing vulnerability and the behind-the-scenes reality of the sport. Cody shares his experience of a traumatic trip in Alaska where he encountered his limits and felt overwhelmed by fear. He discusses the consequences of risk-taking and the importance of pushing oneself and embracing failure. Cody Townsend reflects on the importance...2024-10-151h 24
The SnowBrains PodcastCody Townsend – Star & Producer of The Fifty Project“I shit my pants in a helicopter once. Just like trying to press a fart out way too hard and maybe had a little something bad to eat the night before. We were forced to land the helicopter because the pilot got so pissed off.”
– Cody Townsend
Cody will appear on a new episode of The SnowBrains Podcast later this season, but until then, enjoy his great insights and hilarious stories from this episode, which first aired on 01/13/21.
This week, we bring you Cody Townsend, a California beach...2024-10-151h 42
Out Of CollectiveOut of Bounds – E296 – What's new with Cody Townsend?Out of Bounds – E296 – What’s new with Cody Townsend? Check out everything Cody Townsend in this week’s episode. We talk the Fifty Project (or Fifty+ Project?), fitness, professional skiing, random jazz, and so much more. Before the episode begins, tune in for more from our sponsors, a Noah [...]
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The SnowBrains PodcastBjarne Salen - Filmer of "The Fifty" w/ Cody Townsend, Hardcore Ski Mountaineer, Adventurer, PhilosopherThis podcast first aired on 11/9/21.
Bjarne Salen - Filmer of "The Fifty" w/ Cody Townsend, Hardcore Ski Mountaineer, Adventurer, Philosopher
My guest is Bjarne Salen. Bjarne is best known for his talents behind the camera. He filmed The Fifty Project with Cody Townsend, in which Bjarne documents Cody climbing and skiing the 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. This video series has been insanely popular, with somewhere around 15 million views on the 35 or so videos they've created thus far.
We already know a bit about that part of Bjarne. What was fascinating to...2024-10-081h 30BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (September 2024)Cody and Jonathan discuss the release of Cody’s first FIFTY+ film; some big controversies in the world of FKT’s & running; a great edition of Blevin’s Corner; mountain guides and the often confusing practice of tipping; what they’re reading & watching; … and more.RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredGet Our Winter Buyer’s GuideSalomon QST Film TourTOPICS & TIMES:Cody’s new FIFTY+ movie (3:02)Backcountry.com Sells Again (7:41)FKT Culture & Controversies (21:36)Grand Teton Speed Record Investigation (31:19)Blevins' Cor...2024-10-071h 54
The Financial Independence ShowFrom Becoming Paralyzed to Hiking Across 6 Continents | Caitlin JamesYou never know how close you are to a great story.
I (Justin) learned that on my recent trip to Africa on my way to hike Mt. Kilimanjaro.
Boarding my flight I met Caitlin James as she was on her way to climb the very same mountain.
The more I heard from her, the more I realized I had come across a truly amazing story.
Caitlin was paralyzed in a boating accident.
Through surgery and rehab, she eventually regained the ability to walk.
Walking was just the start though.
She jokingly said if she could walk again she'd climb a...2024-10-0241 min
The Duffel Shuffle PodcastCody Townsend: 50 More Ski Lines?Sam and Adrian sit down with Cody Townsend. The three discuss Cody's transition to the world of ski mountaineering, and his 50 Project which has taken the world of backcountry skiing by storm. With only 4 lines remaining, Cody discusses his progress and his attempts this past spring on University Peak and Mount St. Elias. Cody also shares his newest project, The 50 Plus, which will debut in October.2024-09-241h 21GEAR:30The Pro's Gear: Cody TownsendWe spend so much time reviewing the news these days on our Blister Podcast, we were officially overdue to have Cody Townsend back on GEAR:30 to talk about his current gear preferences and the specific gear he’s using most these days. So today, we remedy that.RELATED LINKSGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Get Our 24/25 Winter Buyer’s GuideCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicBlister PodcastBikes & Big IdeasCRAFTEDTOPICS & TIMES:Cody’s Pre-Season Training (3:00)Coff...2024-09-201h 43
Joe Reilly PodcastEp. 54 - Cody Townsend - Life Beyond The Fifty & The Realities Of Professional SkiingCody Townsend is a professional skier and adventurer supported by Salomon, Swatch, and Yeti.
Cody is a mammoth of the outdoor world having forged a career on snow for the best part of three decades, and shows no signs of slowing up or stopping.
In this episode we discuss where Cody and Winston Churchill share similarities, the next project after The Fifty series which took him five years to complete, awe-inspiring landscapes and how it changes the way Cody views the world, advice on how to become a sponsored a...2024-09-1241 min
The High Route PodcastDropping in with Cody TownsendWelcome to Season 2 Episode 2 of The High Route Podcast. There's a video clip on YouTube, back from 2014, cataloged by RedBull. You've likely seen it. Cody Townsend shimmies on his skis, perched above The Crack, which would become the best ski line of the year. A decade might as well be a lifetime ago.Since then, Townsend transitioned from ski movie staple to something more arduous and certainly less glamorous (we're biased), but maybe more fun—ski mountaineer.For those not tapped into the freeride or ski movie culture, Townsend came into our lives wit...2024-09-101h 22BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (May & June 2024)Cody and Jonathan discuss the announcement of two new action-sports leagues; the inclusion of women riders at Red Bull Rampage; the latest controversies re: mountaineer Nims Purja; questions about the awesomeness of Spring Energy’s sauce; supreme court rulings on liability waivers; what we’re reading & watching; & more.RELATED LINKS:BLISTER+ Get Yourself CoveredCHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTSBlister CinematicCRAFTEDBikes & Big IdeasBlister PodcastOff The CouchTOPICS & TIMES:Catching Up with Cody (11:11)Snow Leag...2024-07-011h 35BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (March 2024)Cody and Jonathan discuss the end of The Fifty; the Crankworx riders’ strike; JHMR’s parking lot controversy; the all-drugs-are-legal Olympic Games; the ‘Road House’ remake; & more.RELATED LINKS:Blister Recommended Shop: vpg.noGet Covered: BLISTER+TOPICS & TIMES:Catching Up, Cody’s Next 3 Months (0:00)The End of The Fifty? (7:35)Crankworx Canceled / Riders’ Strike (16:22)JHMR “Parking Hack” (41:26)The Enhanced Games (55:51)Ullr Sighting (1:10:18)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:23:33)CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:Blister CinematicCR...2024-04-011h 29BLISTER PodcastHoji, Cody, Trevor, & Teton: Stories from the FieldTrevor Kennison, Teton Brown, Cody Townsend, & Hoji swap stories about their experiences in the mountains & more.RELATED LINKS:VIDEO VERSION: Blister YouTubeBlister Recommended Shop: Bluebird Mtn SportsOpenSnowGet Covered: BLISTER+TOPICS & TIMES:The Epic Story of Hoji’s Hat (4:21)Teton Brown’s Story (12:05)Cody: Favorite Day (or Trip) in the Mtns? (18:52)Trevor: Skiing Rambo (22:58)Trevor’s 1st Trip to Japan (24:58)Teton’s Most Memorable Line (25:43)Skiing Big Lines Blind (30:16)Trevor’s...2024-03-041h 07
Bill DeMott ExperienceThe People's SlapOn this episode of the Bill DeMott Experience: Bill and Jeff discuss the Rock slapping Cody Rhodes - WWE's creative direction, Tony Kahn's BIG announcement, Scott D'Amore sudden TNA exit- the wrestlers reaction and on this day in pro wrestling history. Content produced by Jeff Townsend Media.2024-02-241h 28BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Dec '23 & Jan '24)Cody and Jonathan debate the greatest athletic achievements in outdoor sports in 2023; Caroline Gleich’s run for the U.S. Senate; ski area & ski media business models; mountain town advice, the Most Canadian News; & more.RELATED LINKS:Moment Factory Store (Reno, NV)OpenSnow.com/BlisterJoin Us! Blister Summit 2024Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+TOPICS & TIMES:Live Taping of Reviewing the News (00:30)Cody’s December (6:31)Biggest Athletic Achievements of 2023 (11:08)Ski Areas & Business Models (28:29)Media, Ski Media, & Business Models (40:13)2024-01-241h 36BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (November 2023)Cody and Jonathan discuss the 1.1 *trillion* dollar outdoor industry; e-bike bans?; the business of retro sneakers / retro skis; Cody snowboarding; the Most Canadian News; mtn town relationship advice; the greatest burn in the history of Reviewing the News; & more.RELATED LINKS:Episode Sponsor: Bluebird Mountain SportsEpisode Sponsor: OpenSnow.com/BlisterGet Yourself Covered: BLISTER+Join Us! Blister Summit 2024TOPICS & TIMES:Update on the Blister “100” (4:32)Blevins’ Corner: Outdoor Economy, $1.1 Trillion (11:40)Backcountry(.com)’s Wholesale Apparel Line (18:23)New E-Bike “Ban”? (31:06)Retro S...2023-12-041h 28Blister Cinematic'G.N.A.R.' with Cody Townsend & Jonathan EllsworthFor our inaugural episode of Blister Cinematic, Cody Townsend and Jonathan Ellsworth dissect the 2011 film, G.N.A.R., and discuss the significance of the film; what’s aged the best; what’s aged the worst; who won the movie; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Fun Facts + Why G.N.A.R. Now? (8:19)G.N.A.R.’s Stars: Where are They Now? (20:37)Cody's Role in the Film (26:06)Most Rewatchable Scenes (32:50)Best / Worst Crash (35:40)Best Lines (37:05)The ‘I Need Answers’ Award (44:24)What's Aged the B...2023-11-161h 25
Psychotic StrengthCody the Disciple Andrews pt. 2We go over music gaming and Anime.2023-11-061h 21
Psychotic StrengthCody the Disciple Andrews pt. 1Cody goes through what he went through in India and how it has changed his life. Love is a big deal and what we should expect out of love.2023-11-0651 minBLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (October 2023)Cody and Jonathan discuss the latest FIFTY film, Comstock, and the conflict that lies at the heart of the FIFTY Project; FIS vs POW; a new division of Blister called, ‘Blister Cinematic’; bigfoot & aliens; the Most Canadian News; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:The 100, etc. (6:35)Cody’s lastest FIFTY film, ‘Comstock’ (13:43)Follow Up: New Ski Areas (30:03)FIS vs POW (34:02)Blister Cinematic & Blister Awards (50:16)Bigfoot? (1:03:46)Most Canadian News (1:11:42)Mountain Town Advice (1:14:17)Follow Up: Sex before Skiing? (1:18:43)What We’re Reading & Wa...2023-10-301h 34BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (September 2023)Cody and Jonathan pay tribute to Robb Gaffney; discuss the growth in snowsports and who is more passionate: alpine skiers, cross country skiers, or snowboarders; the sale of Silverton Mountain; the Most Canadian News; Cody’s latest FIFTY film, ‘Split’; & moreTOPICS & TIMES:Time to Get Jonathan on a Snowboard (5:00)Remembering Rob Gaffney (13:29)SIA Report: Snowsports Participation is Up (21:41)Has Climbing Succumbed to Numbers? (38:22)Blevins Corner: Silverton Mountain Sold (50:51)Most Canadian News (1:01:06)Mountain Town Advice (1:05:36)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:10:13)Cody’s...2023-10-041h 29BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (August 2023)Cody and Jonathan discuss marketing jargon in the outdoor industry; the sale of Jackson Hole Mtn Resort; another mountaineering controversy; mountain town advice; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Why Cody & Elyse purchased BLISTER+ (10:17)McSweeney’s on Marketing Jargon & Outdoor Gear (16:14)Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Sold (28:05)Strava: the nicest social media platform? (34:32)Kristin Harila & Tenjin Sherpa’s Mountaineering Record (41:30)More on Harila & Tenjin Sherpa’s Speed RecordMountain Town Relationship Advice (53:54)Ski Bumming / Sleeping in Your Car (1:04:31)Best Gift for a Gear H...2023-09-041h 43BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (June 2023)Cody and Jonathan discuss beaming solar energy from space; cupcake crimes; cultural appreciation vs. appropriation; the FKT (fastest known time) culture; an important Public Lands Rule proposal; mountain town advice; and what they’ve been reading & watching (including why Cody’s been watching lots of reruns of The Office).TOPICS & TIMES:Beaming solar Energy From Space (10:28)Jack Kuenzle & FKT Culture (19:49)Blevins’ Corner: Astis Mittens (31:40)Most Canadian News (46:23)Being a Local & Being a Jerk (48:21)Public Lands Rule Proposal (1:00:13)Mountain Town Advice (1:04:45)What We’re...2023-06-261h 50
The Inertia PodcastFreeskier Cody Townsend Discusses Finishing The Fifty Project and Balancing Risk as a New FatherLooking for the definition of a modern explorer, only with an emphasis on high-performance? Then Cody Townsend is an adventurer for the ages. And what a cool human to boot. If you hadn’t heard, Cody is in the middle of an epic project, The Fifty, where he’s attempting to climb, and then ride, all of the lines in the book, The 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. Now, classic to some means straight up gnarly to others. It's all in one's perspective. But Cody is tackling them all, regardless. The longtime freeskier who’s starred in hug...2023-05-1855 min
Totally Deep Backcountry Skiing PodcastEpisode 108: Reconnecting with Cody TownsendIn Episode 108 of Totally Deep Podcast, Doug Stenclik and Randy Young of www.cripplecreekbc.com bring you the lowdown on the world of uphill and backcountry skiing and boarding. Gear, technique, fashion, jargon, guests, and assorted spray from folks who know how to earn it in the backcountry. The world's best backcountry skiing podcast. Cody Townsend cements himself into the ski mountaineering lore (only you can define ski mountaineering) as his quest to ski The Fifty continues. This season, Tonswend has released videos documenting more classics, including a three-part Bugs to Rogers Traverse and a smattering of l...2023-02-2752 minBLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (December 2022)Cody and Jonathan discuss Cody’s not-so-excellent recent adventures; nuclear fusion; whether ski areas should be nationalized; iPhones, Apple watches, & 911 calls; our first ever Relationship Advice questions; The White Lotus; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Cody’s Not-So-Excellent Adventures (4:31)Nuclear Fusion (14:32)Nationalize Ski Areas? (22:08)Blister Pod #219: Community-Run Ski AreasApple Watch, iPhones, & 911 Calls (40:25)Most Canadian News (44:02)Mtn Town Relationship Advice (46:50)What We’re Watching: White Lotus (1:16:47)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy...2023-01-021h 29
THE TRAVIS MACY SHOWEp. 94 New Year’s Special with Cody Townsend: Skiing Legend on The 50, Risk, Parenting, Zone 2 Training, Cooking, Trent Dilfer, and Going Big in 2023Cody Townsend has evolved from a California beach kid obsessed with the mountains to standing atop the pinnacle of the sport. From a successful alpine ski racing career to stunt skiing for Hollywood blockbuster films, or skiing the “Most Insane Line Ever” to ski mountaineering North America’s “Fifty Most Classic Ski Descents,” Townsend has proven to be able to ski the most challenging and dangerous lines with ease. Yet it’s his affable, humorous and joyful nature that has defined Townsend as “The People’s Skier.” Kick off the new year with a fun and...2023-01-021h 16BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (November 2022)Cody and Jonathan discuss the FWT x FIS merger; the claim that tech + skiing with the right technique will prevent avalanches; the most Canadian news; Mountain Town Advice; our least favorite QBs; our big disagreement about the ending of The Bear (with spoilers); and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Misery Loves Company (3:37)FWT x FIS (7:16)Tech - & Technique - Will Prevent Avalanches? (21:30)Outside Layoffs (31:55)The best thing Vail has ever done? (43:50)Kirk Cousins saves Golf Course from … Housing (47:32)Most Canadian News (55:58)Mountain Town Advice (1:00:07)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:10:42)The Bear (SPOILER ALERT) (1:19:18)RELATED LINKS:Blister Rec...2022-12-121h 37
Life with FirePOW Bonus Episode! Living with Fire in Tahoe—with Athlete, New Dad and Climate Advocate Cody TownsendIn a special bonus episode of our recreation X wildfire series sponsored by Protect Our Winters, we spoke with professional skier Cody Townsend about what it's like to live in North Lake Tahoe as the threat of wildfire (or smoke) in that area seems to increase exponentially every fire season, as well as what kind of advocacy work he suggests for listeners who don't know where to get started in the climate or advocacy space. And we know what you might be thinking right now: A professional skier? On a wildfire podcast?You betcha, and f...2022-09-1420 minBLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (August 2022)Cody and Jonathan discuss what’s going on at the National Ski Patrol; the proposed Little Cottonwood Canyon Gondola; “pigloos”; mountain-town advice; what we’re reading & watching; and more.TOPIC & TIMES:Cody & JE’s Sleep Updates (1:31)Cody Went Skiing (3:49)Don’t-Miss GEAR:30 episodes (5:38)Blevin’s Corner: National Ski Patrol is a Mess (10:13)Gunstock Mtn Resort Update (22:40)Little Cottonwood Canyon Gondola (24:43)CA’s Ban of Single-Use Propane Cylinders (47:59)Canadian News: Pigloos & Wild Pigs (50:06)Oil Industry Wants to Refreeze AK Permafrost (53:57)Mountain Town Advice (1:00:36)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:09:22)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister Member / Get our Buyer’s GuideSu...2022-09-051h 28BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (July 2022)Cody and Jonathan cover Gunstock Mountain Resort’s fight to operate; access issues & potential solutions; WC DH MTBers forming a union; mountain-town advice; what we’re reading & watching (answer: TOP GUN) and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Hunters, Skiers, & Offroaders: Cody on the onX meetup (4:58)Gunstock ski area’s fight to operate (13:38)Update: New info on Gunstock after we recordedAccess Issues & Solutions: Red Rock Canyon (28:26)WC DH MTB racers forming a union (38:53)Most / Least Canadian News Story (46:50)Mountain Town Advice (50:17)What We’re Readi...2022-08-011h 28
The RunOut PodcastRunOut #85: WTF is “Ski Mountaineering” with Cody Townsend?To start, we grimly remark on the latest round up of avalanches, landslides, and glacier collapses and what that means for mountain travel in the future.
Our main guest today is Cody Townsend, a self-proclaimed “rock climbing gumby” but a true all-mountain badass, free skier, ski mountaineer, and extreme-sports ambassador. Cody offers a wonderful outsider-looking-in perspective on our self-serious sport. He also dishes up the latest from Ski the Fifty, a multi-year effort to ski all 50 of the classic ski descents of North America, as listed in the eponymous coffee table book by Chris Davenport and Penn Newhard.
Some of the...2022-07-291h 17BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (May 2022)Cody and Jonathan discuss the ethics of trail magic; wildfire management; how Cody broke his toe; a new segment for Reviewing the News; and a whole lot more.TOPICS & TIMES:Coffee Update (2:33)50 Project Update (7:00)Ethics of Trail Magic (14:08)Full Circle Everest Expedition (21:33)Outside layoffs (25:37)MountainFLOW’s Fluoro Wax Takeback Program (37:50)Wildfire management (47:41)What We’re Reading & Watching (56:46)New Segment: Mountain Town Advice (1:20:15)RELATED LINKSBecome a Blister Member / Get our Buyer’s GuideSubscribe to our Gear Giveaways & NewsletterOUR OTHER PODCASTSBikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30 podcast Hosted on Aca...2022-06-061h 26BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Jan 2022)Cody Townsend and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss skiing inbounds on touring gear; alpinism, obsession, & our top-5 climbing movies; a recent interview with Vail’s executive chairman, Rob Katz; Jerry of the Day and inclusivity; Eileen Gu and geopolitics; the future of Outdoor Retailer; and what we’re reading & watching.TOPICS & TIMES: Skiing inbounds on touring gear (3:27)Alpinism, Obsession, & Our Top 5 Climbing Movies (11:11)Interview with Vail Resorts’ Rob Katz (39:57)Jerry of the Day & Inclusivity (53:01)Eileen Gu & Geopolitics (1:04:39)The future of Outdoor Retailer & tradeshows (1:18:48)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:30:06)NFL Playoffs (1:36:26)Olympics (1:43:49)RELATED LINKSBlister Summit RegistrationGetting Here: Gunn...2022-02-071h 46
Like a Bigfoot#286: Cody Townsend 2 -- Skiing Mt. St. Elias, Reflections on "The Fifty", & His First 50K RunIn this episode adventurer and pro-skier Cody Townsend shares stories and adventures from "The Fifty" project, in which he mountaineers and skis the "Fifty Classic Ski Descents in North America". He also tells us what it was like to take on his very first 50K trail run which was the brutal Broken Arrow Skyrace with 10,000ft elevation gain over 31 miles!!
We talk all about his ambitious expedition on Mt. St. Elias along with his journey into dadhood and how trail running a 50k is similar but ultimately way different than a long sufferfest in the wilderness mountaineering and skiing.
Hope...2022-01-2857 min
Finding Mastery with Dr. Michael GervaisThe Delicate Dance Between Risk, Reward, and Death | Skiing Legend, Cody TownsendThis week’s conversation is with a legend, Cody Townsend, one of the most awarded skiers in freeskiing history.Cody has evolved from a California beach kid obsessed with the mountains … to now stand atop the pinnacle of the sport.From a successful alpine ski racing career to stunt doubling for Hollywood films, or skiing the “Most Insane Line Ever”, Cody skis some of the most challenging and dangerous lines on the planet - all with an affable nature and a smile on his face.Cody’s latest project, called “The FIFTY,” is in his words, “s...2022-01-191h 45BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Dec 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss the current situation of under-staffed & overcrowded ski areas; national parks and Native American tribes; the looming shortage of lithium batteries for electric vehicles; whether or not to ski the backcountry with your dog; what we’re watching; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Sleeping / Not Sleeping (3:42)Understaffed & overcrowded ski areas (15:54)Lithium battery shortage & the future of EVs? (32:58)National Parks & Native American Tribes (38:28)Should you backcountry ski with your dog? (47:39)New SIA report reinforces snowsports pervasive inclusion problem (50:23)What We’re Reading & Watching (57:36)RELATED LINKSEpisode Sponsor: mountainFLOW Eco WaxGetting Here: Gunnison & Crested Butt...2022-01-061h 17BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Nov 2021)Cody and Jonathan debate the greatest ski edit of all time; the definition of “ski mountaineering”; whether humans will visit earth as a tourist destination; Alex Honnold & the Fifty Project; and a whole lot more.TOPICS & TIMES:The NFL & the Ski Industry (9:49)Snow? (12:39)Ski Edits: top-5 all time (15:54)Backcountry rescue & false-report charges (32:46)Will humans visit earth as a tourist destination? (38:33)Effective conservation: publicize a place or not? (42:33)Definition: “ski mountaineering” (48:44)What we’re Reading & Watching (59:27)Alex Honnold & The Fifty Project (1:11:34)RELATED LINKSAvocadoJonathan’s Sleep ExperimentGetting Here: Gunnison & Crested ButteRegister for the 2022 Blister SummitThis Week’s Gear...2021-12-061h 22
The SnowBrains PodcastBjarne Salen - Filmer of "The Fifty" w/ Cody Townsend, Hardcore Ski Mountaineer, Adventurer, PhilosopherBjarne Salen - Filmer of "The Fifty" w/ Cody Townsend, Hardcore Ski Mountaineer, Adventurer, Philosopher
Episode #22
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My guest today is Bjarne Salen. Bjarne is best known for his talents behind the camera filming The Fifty Project with Cody Townsend where Bjarne documents Cody climbing and skiing the 50 Classic Ski Descents of North America. This video series has been insanely popular with somewhere around 15-million views on the 35 or so videos they've already created thus far.
That part of Bjarne we already know a bit...2021-11-091h 30BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Oct 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss ‘fast pass’ programs at ski areas; Angel Collinson’s retirement announcement; the recent climate change / energy bill; bighorn sheep terrain closures in the Tetons; what we’re reading & watching; and more. (And note: Jonathan is talking to Angel Collinson later today about her recent announcement, so stay tuned for that conversation.)TOPICS & TIMES:Introducing: Little Indy (2:26)Bears vs 49ers (dedicated to Nej74) (7:35)Skiing is back! (11:59)‘Fast Pass’ programs (15:03)Climate change / energy bill (30:38)Teton Bighorn Sheep Terrain Closures (39:56) Angel Collinson’s retirement announcement (48:26)American Alpine Journal adds ski descents (57:29)What we’re Reading & Watching (59:06)T...2021-11-011h 10BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Sep 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss some of the outdoor-industry-related news of the past month, including the NFL(?); the massive increase in Epic Pass sales; the name change to “Palisades Tahoe”; whether you should shower; our best ideas for your next adventure; some of our all-time favorite TV characters; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Fifty Project: new episode (4:29)The NFL & the outdoor industry? (11:24)Name change: “Palisades Tahoe” (22:10)Tesla & the Nambe Pueblo (32:34)Should you shower? (39:01)Gabby Petito & media reaction (44:08)Massive increase in Epic Pass sales (52:11)Amazon’s Astro robot (59:52)California / single-family zoning (1:06:07)Town of Breckenridge & short-term rentals (1:10:28)Hiking 1100+ miles to summit all...2021-10-041h 34BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (August 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss wildfire management; athlete sponsorships and why the current model needs to be fixed; emerging technologies designed to capture CO2; having to pay to ski uphill; the prospects of Airbnb returning to its roots; and they also fight about coffee, share what they’re reading and watching, and more.TOPICS & TIMESLife with Fire podcast (1:19)Coffee Talk / Shots Fired (14:52)CO2 Air Capture Technologies (20:36)Paying to Ski Uphill? (24:12)Airbnb: get back to your roots! (28:07)Patagonia’s Jackson Hole Boycott (37:50)Bolt Wars on Pike’s Peak (42:03)Athlete Sponsorship Programs (50:34)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:11:04)Bringing up Bebe...2021-09-061h 35
Long UnderwearCody TownsendFor a fantastic, final treat from the Long Underwear podcast, Cody Townsend sat down with host Amie Engerbretson last winter. You might think you know everything about Cody, but we bet you find out something new. As one of the most awarded skiers in freeskiing history, Cody Townsend has many accolades to his name. Hailing from Lake Tahoe, CA Cody is best known for iconic parts in ski films, skiing the “Most Insane Line Ever,” and now for his current project, skiing North America’s “Fifty Most Classic Ski Descents.” Cody talks about his chef skills, his childhood dreams of having a...2021-08-2549 minBLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (July 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss athletes & mental health; the affordable housing issues facing mountain towns; Pit Viper vs. far-right extremists (??); the ongoing consolidation of outdoor media; and more. TOPICS & TIMES:Cody & Elyse are gonna be parents! (2:30)Athletes & Mental Health (9:32)Pit Viper vs. the Far Right (24:51)Consolidation in Outdoor Media (35:45)Housing shortages in Mountain Towns (50:02)Mark Reaman editorial, CB NewsMt. Crested Butte Weighs ConcernsSki Mountaineering in the Olympics (1:11:14)Media Recommendations (1:16:54)Pilgrim's Wilderness, Tom Kizzia (1:17:26)Natural Born Heroes, Christopher McDougall (1:18:00)Aspen and the American Dream, Jenny Stuber (1:19:32)Team of Rivals, Doris Kearns Goodwin (1:19:47)The Spy and the Traitor, Ben M...2021-08-021h 31BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News with Cody Townsend (May / June 2021)Cody Townsend and Jonathan Ellsworth talk about Cody’s recent adventure in AK; surges in National Park visits; ski patrol unionization; UFOs … and more. TOPICS & TIMES:Cody’s Alaska Update (2:47)When can you claim to have summited? (7:59)Will Gadd on the Ethos of Guiding (20:39)Indoor Ski Areas (25:52)Surge in National Parks visits (36:13)Unionization of Ski Patrol (49:20)Results of backcountry riders facing criminal charges (54:17)UFOs are real?? (56:06)Cody’s Recommendations (1:04:20)Black Hawk Down, Mark Bowden (1:04:34)Hail Mary Project, Andy Weir (1:08:09)The Fifth Risk, Michael Lewis (1:08:54)The Wayfinders, Wade Davis (1:09:50)The Third Pole, Mark Synnott (1:11:04)The Invention of Nature, A...2021-06-231h 27BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Apr 2021)It’s time once again to review the outdoor-industry news, and this time around Cody Townsend and I discuss some recent criticism of REI; spraying vs. not spraying the locations of your outdoor adventures; Mt. Bohemia’s plan to incentivize vaccinations; gear libraries & outdoor accessibility; sex and ski touring; & more.TOPICS & TIMES:Sleeping at 14,700 ft — at sea level? (0:00)REI & SUVs (5:21)To Spray or Not to Spray (18:59)The “pointlessness” of outdoor activities? (26:23)Mt. Bohemia & Incentivizing Vaccination (35:10)Gear Libraries & Outdoor Accessibility (43:48)The Pieps / Black Diamond Avy Beacon Recall (51:50)Sex & Ski Touring (1:00:53)Media Recommendations (1:03:34)Black Hawk Down (1:03:39)Meditations, Marcus Aurelius...2021-05-101h 28BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Mar 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss the introduction of criminal charges for triggering avalanches; the case against straightlining; ski area news; our media recommendations; & more.TOPICS & TIMES:Criminal charges for Triggering Avalanches (3:01)The Result of the Avalanche Trial (12:23)Straight Lining vs. Turning (14:42)Most US Ski Areas made it through COVID! (19:42)Ski Areas might have to publish injury stats? (24:48)Helicopter Crash in AK (35:17)Media Recommendations (45:52)ZeroZeroZero (45:58)Beartown (Bjarnstad) (47:54)Drive To Survive (51:45)Braiding Sweetgrass, by Robin Wall Kimmerer (53:53)How to Avoid a Climate Disaster, by Bill Gates (56:57)Reading books vs. listening to them (58:51) Hosted on...2021-04-191h 06
Low Pressure Podcast: Skiing's First Podcast183 Cody TownsendCody Townsend is on a mission to climb and ski every line in the book, "The Fifty Classic Ski Descents of North America". You can follow the adventures through his YouTube series but the the stories behind the scenes are what we want to hear. Listen to Cody tell us what really goes into achieving this audacious goal.2021-03-181h 25
Uphill Athlete PodcastCody Townsend, Professional Free Skier and Ski MountaineerIn this episode coach Sam Naney talks with his athlete, professional free skier and ski mountaineer, Cody Townsend. Cody has had a long and illustrious career in free skiing and has been featured in many ski films. Cody’s most recent project is “Chasing The Fifty Classics” — the classic ski descents of North America. The two discuss this project, and in particular, Cody’s training as he chases these lines.2021-03-151h 01
Box Office PulpTHE STYLISTLook, it's been awhile since we've all gotten haircuts without threat of a deadly disease. But what if we told you that your hair can be cut and styled with upmost aplomb, glass of wine in hand, and for a cutthroat price? Only catch? You miiiight be scalped and have your fancy new hair stolen. Or you can forgo haircuts and enjoy this podcast that snips away at the finer details of THE STYLIST! Featuring a haunting performance by Najarra Townsend and a charismatic as always Brea Grant, writer-director Jill Gevargizian's descent into the frayed ends of madness provides a...2021-03-1141 minBLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Feb 2021)Cody and Jonathan discuss the new rule changes re: filming in National Parks; lift-line etiquette; the future of freeride comps; the record number of avalanche fatalities in the U.S. this season; a new development in backcountry skiing; the shocking story of Dean Cummings; and we share some music, tv, and book recommendations.TOPICS & TIMES:The Blister Summit (2:20)Clarification on Nim’s K2 Summit (5:28)Commercial filming in National Parks (6:44)Lift-line etiquette debate (16:21)The future of freeride comps? (23:39)Record avalanche fatalities in the US (31:04)Backcountry skiing & its future (43:49)Dean Cummings (49:03)CT & JE’s music, tv, & book recommendations (57:07)2021-03-081h 07
FellaShip TimeSession 1 - CreationIn this edition of the FellaShip Time Podcast, Max and Cody navigate through the goals and strategies of Core 52 - the resource used on the weekly FellaShip Time meeting. After providing a thorough rundown of the book’s strategy, you’ll be thrust into the Session 1 to discuss the importance of the Creation story. Get a glimpse into the Trinity’s handiwork, the purpose for creation, and how we can help restore Eden here on Earth! Resource from today’s episode: Winning the War In Your Mind by Craig Groeschel / Supernatural by Michael S. Heiser / No Greater Glory by Dan Kurzman...2021-02-2447 min
Great AdventuresCody Townsend (Backcountry Skier) On The Mountains Of Svalbard & Skiing Waves In HawaiiCody Townsend is one of the most awarded and respected free skiers in the world. Over the course of his career he has won multiple invitationals, chased new routes, and stunt skied for Hollywood productions like "xXx: Return of Xander Cage". He is currently in the midst of a project to ski all the lines in the 2010 book "Fifty Classic Ski Descents of North America". But before that, he went on an epic adventure to the Norwegian archipelago of Svalbard.Please support more conversations like this by hitting the subscribe button, checking out our sponsors, and leaving...2021-02-2451 min
Coffee and Van ChatsEp. 47 Cody Townsend Pro Skier, Mountaineer and BikepackerWelcome back to another episode of Coffee and Van Chats. On this episode we chat with Pro Skier Cody Townsend about the recent bikepacking trip he did to the base of Mt. Hood in Oregon. Cody bikepacked 1,000 miles to the base of Mt. Hood and then hike up to the top to ski one of the best lines of North America for his series "The Fifty" which is based on Cody skiing 50 of the best lines in North America which comes from the book "The Fifty Classic Ski Descents of North America" which is written by Chris Davenport and...2021-01-2637 minBLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Jan 2021)Cody Townsend and Jonathan Ellsworth discuss the first Winter Summit of K2 by the Sherpa and Nepali team, including Nirmal Purja; TNF x Gucci collab; mountain-town dynamics; Sam Anthamatten vs Cody on the SHIFT binding; our inaugural Blister Summit; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Surviving Girdwood, going skate skiing (2:59)The 1st Winter Summit of K2 (6:49)TNF | Gucci Collab (12:57)Mountain Town Dynamics & Politics (23:34)Sam Anthamatten on the SHIFT binding (34:27)Ski areas in France vs the US / Blevin’s Corner (42:08)The new Blister Summit (57:02)Our Book & Film Recommendations (1:04:35) Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo...2021-01-251h 16
The SnowBrains PodcastCody Townsend - Star & Producer of The Fifty ProjectCody Townsend - Star & Producer of The Fifty Project - | Brought to you by Alta Ski Area
“I shit my pants in a Helicopter Once… Just like trying to press a fart out way too hard and maybe had a little something bad to eat the night before We were forced to land the helicopter because the pilot got so pissed off.” - Cody Townsend
“We almost got killed by Vladimir Putin, like truly…we got ran off the road while we were driving down this like two-lane highway, all of a sudde...2021-01-121h 42BLISTER PodcastReviewing the News w/ Cody Townsend (Dec 2020)Cody Towsend and Jonathan Ellsworth talk about chess & The Queen’s Gambit; savants & skier savants; ski media; political appointees; avalanche accidents; Cody’s new film, The Mountain Why; and more.TOPICS & TIMESCody versus the people of Girdwood, AK (2:15)The Queen’s Gambit & Savants (4:36)Spoiler Alerts for the Queen’s Gambit (6:29 - 19:21)Magnus Carlsen, & Skier Savants (8:23)Deb Haaland, Interior Secretary (19:25)Ski Media & Powder Magazine (37:31)Gear Shops, Gear Makers, & Crystal Balls (50:31)Who is getting into avalanche accidents? (56:08)Cody & Michelle Parker’s film, The Mountain Why (1:09:20)RELATED LINKSDavid Hill’s excellent article on Walter Tevis2020-12-281h 33
Next Level SkiingCody Townsend: Timing is EverythingWelcome back to the Next Level Skiing podcast, brought to you by Wagner Skis. Today, I chat with Cody Townsend, a Southern California football superstar turned mountain hero. He has piloted a career on skis unlike any other I’ve seen. He claims his achievements were driven by boredom, of all things. His current undertaking, The Fifty Project, exposes the glory and work in skiing and mountaineering. Join us as we discuss his transition from heliskiing to hiking peaks and the unrelenting mental game involved therein. Topics: [03:52] Cody’s experience growing up in...2020-12-2242 min
Listen In With Lloyd GosselinkPodcast Wrap: Goodbye 2020 & Hello 2021!Attorneys Lauren Kalisek, Nathan Vassar, and William (Cody) Faulk come together to chat about the season 1 recap of Listen In With Lloyd Gosselink and what is coming in 2021 with the launch of season 2!2020-12-0913 min