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Hans&HolundHans&Holund - Ep.18 - Jessie DigginsI denne episoden har vi fått med oss Jessie Diggins. Jessica Diggins er to ganger verdensmester. Hun ble verdensmester i lagsprint sammen med Kikkan Randall under ski-VM 2013 i Val di Fiemme, og hun vant 10 km fristil med intervallstart i VM 2023 i Planica. Hun vant Tour de Ski 2021 og 2023/24 og verdenscupen sammenlagt sesongen 2020/21 og 2023/24.In this episode, we have Jessie Diggins with us. Jessica Diggins is a two-time world champion. She became world champion in the team sprint together with Kikkan Randall during the 2013 Ski WC in Val di Fiemme, and she won the 10 km freestyle wi...2025-01-2957 min
Discover w/ LucyAlaska Ski for Woman | Olympian Kikkan Randall & Molly MyliusTHIS WEEKEND is the 28th Annual Alaska Ski for Woman, no matter the weather! Kincaid can make their own snow if needed. Olympian, Kikkan Randall tells us all about snow making and more. Molly will tell you a thing or two about 100 flamingos out on the trails.
Come out for this fun event for an amazing cause.
Thank you for listening! 2025-01-2821 min
The Ski Moms PodcastBreast Cancer Awareness with Kikkan RandallBecome a Substack Subscriber and Listen Ad FreeWe are revisiting our conversation with Olympic gold medalist and ski mom, Kikkan Randall, about her journey with breast cancer and her mission to raise awareness. Kikkan shares her personal story, from her shocking diagnosis just months after her Olympic triumph to the resilience and strength she discovered during her treatment.Kikkan offers valuable advice for women on how to prioritize their health while managing busy lives, and the ways her experience has changed how she approaches life as a mom, athlete, and advocate.2024-10-1044 min
Oncology OverdriveTackling Cancer with Olympic Gold-Medalist Kikkan Randall (Re-Release)In this special throwback episode, Shikha Jain, MD, talks with Olympic champion Kikkan “Kikkanimal” Randall, about how her positive attitude and athlete mentality have helped her navigate a breast cancer diagnosis and treatment, valuable advice for both oncologists and patients and more. • Intro 1:44 • About Randall 1:58 • The interview 3:22 • Tell us a bit about you. Who are you? How did you get to where you are and how did you decide you wanted to be a part of the U.S. Olympic cross-country ski team? 3:51 • How were you diagnosed? 6:12 • How old were you when you first realized that you...2024-08-0852 min
HawkeTalk120. Kikkan Randall: The 5-Time Olympian KikkanimalBeing an Olympian requires grit, drive, dedication, and the type of discipline most of us will never quite understand. The sacrifices these incredible athletes make daily are unimaginable as they hone and fine-tune their bodies for that once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that comes every fourth year. Now, imagine you do this five times. That’s right. Training to be an Olympian for two decades seems unfathomable, but our guest did that today. On today’s episode of HawkeTalk, we meet the incomparable Kikkan Randall. She’s a five-time Olympian and Breast Cancer survivor who knows a thing or two abo...2024-06-1845 min
HawkeTalk[Trailer] Kikkan Randall: The 5-Time Olympian KikkanimalBeing an Olympian requires grit, drive, dedication, and the type of discipline most of us will never quite understand. The sacrifices these incredible athletes make daily are unimaginable as they hone and fine-tune their bodies for that once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that comes every fourth year. Now, imagine you do this five times. That’s right. Training to be an Olympian for two decades seems unfathomable, but our guest did that today. On today’s episode of HawkeTalk, we meet the incomparable Kikkan Randall. She’s a five-time Olympian and Breast Cancer survivor who knows a thing or two abo...2024-06-1801 min
Keep the Flame AliveAll in Stride Author Johanna GartonToday we’re talking with Johanna Garton, author of the new book All in Stride, which is about the US Army's World Class Athlete Program and two runners who were part of it, Elvin Kibet and Shadrack Kipchirchir. Also featured in the book is TKFLASTANI Samantha Schultz, who becomes friends with Elvin during their Army duty. Sammy gets to know Johanna as well and opens up to her about her struggles with body image and disordered eating. Learn more about Johanna at her website. Get your copy through our bookshop.org storefront! Purchases made through this link wil...2024-03-291h 09
ThresholdKIKKAN the Documentary (with Kikkan Randall)US Skiing has seen a rapid growth to the top of the sport over the past couple of decades. We've all seen it... and watch the results of this growth today. But at one time, things were quite the opposite. That is, until Kikkan Randall sprung onto the World Cup, leading the US to places they'd never been before. Now, a documentary about Kikkan is premiering in cities around the country. Chad asks Kikkan about this experience and where we can see it.
This episode is sponsored by Fischer. To learn more about the Fischer Speedmax Helium...2024-02-1234 min
Strong Girls PodKikkan Randall: Breaking Barriers and Winning BattlesWelcome to Episode 3 of Strong Girls Pod, brought to you by WISS! Join Charlie as she chats with Kikkan Randall, a 5-time Winter Olympian, Olympic Gold medalist, and World Champion. In this episode, we dive into Kikkan's approach to goal-setting, breaking down larger objectives into smaller, meaningful steps. Discover her mindset practices during training and race days, and get a glimpse into the quirky traditions of the US ski team. Kikkan's journey is one of inspiration, leadership, and trailblazing achievements. Get ready for an insightful and engaging conversation that will leave you motivated and inspired.
Want to...2023-12-1158 minThe Ski Moms PodcastMeet Kikkan Randall Ski Mom, Olympic Gold Medal Winner, and Breast Cancer WarriorIn this episode, we talk with Kikkan Randall, ski mom, 5x Olympian, gold medalist and breast cancer survivor. Kikkan was born in Salt Lake City, Utah and both her parents were skiers. Kikkan was wearing ski boots and sliding down the hill before she could even walk. At age 3, Kikkan’s family moved to Alaska where she first got involved with nordic/cross country skiing. Kikkan walks us through her progression from middle school nordic ski racing to her Olympic gold medal. At age 19, Kikkan and her c...2023-09-2948 minThe Ski Moms PodcastBONUS CONTENT Kikkan Randall Shares Ski Mom WisdomThank you for being a Premium Subscriber. This bonus content is just for you. Kikkan Randall, shares her insiders tips on how to organize your garage and how to tap into the joy of being a ski mom.Support the showKeep up with the Latest from the Ski Moms!Website: www.theskimoms.coSki Moms Discount Page: https://www.theskimoms.co/discountsSki Moms Ski Rental HomesJoin the 13,000+ Ski Moms Facebook GroupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theskimoms/2023-09-2903 min
The Devon Kershaw Show by FasterSkierA Beito breakdown with the one and only Kikkan RandallA second weekend of racing in Norway left us with some breakout performances alongside the big names. Kikkan Randall, the Olympic gold medalist from Alaska, joins us for the recap.We're at devon@fasterskier.com and nat@fasterskier.com if you've got questions or feedback. See you next week.2022-12-121h 01
When Women Fly099 Becoming Mom: Transitioning Into Motherhood With Sonya Looney, Kikkan Randall, Kimmy Fasani, Belinda Baggs, and Marissa ColclasureThis is an episode for all women everywhere. If you are finding motherhood hard, this episode is for you. If you are finding it hard to mother yourself, this episode is for you. If you aren't sure motherhood is right for you, this episode is for you too.In this special compilation, we are featuring five rockstar guests who tell their stories of becoming moms. Sonya Looney, professional mountain biker and entrepreneur, talks about shifting her perspective and finding out what's really important in life.Kikkan Randall, Olympic Gold M...2022-12-0656 min
ThresholdKikkan Randall, The X Factor (with Kikkan Randall)This episode of Threshold is sponsored by Fischer. Learn more about the new Fischer Speedmax Helium system at fischersports.com
Some people don’t need an introduction. And some don’t even need a full name.
Their shadow is cast so large over their influence–their contribution so transformative—that you need only refer to them by their first name.
Especially with a name like Kikkan.
With guest Kikkan Randall
Hosted by Chad Salmela
Produced by Chris Parr2022-04-221h 08
Closer MentalityEp. 59: Olympic Gold Medals and a Larger Battle with Kikkan RandallEpisode 59 brought forth the story of former Team USA cross-country skier, and five-time Olympian, Kikkan Randall.
In one of the most amazing stories of heart and perseverance I've ever gotten the opportunity to tell on this podcast, Kikkan walked us through her two-decade career, setting United States records, what it meant to finally walk away with an Olympic gold, and the diagnosis that rocked her world mere months later.
This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off of your first month at betterhelp.com/closermentality
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Closer Mentality UNCENSORED: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJuZfwIP9...2022-03-2440 min
Closer MentalityEp. 59: Olympic Gold Medals and a Larger Battle with Kikkan RandallEpisode 59 brought forth the story of former Team USA cross-country skier, and five-time Olympian, Kikkan Randall.
In one of the most amazing stories of heart and perseverance I've ever gotten the opportunity to tell on this podcast, Kikkan walked us through her two-decade career, setting United States records, what it meant to finally walk away with an Olympic gold, and the diagnosis that rocked her world mere months later.
This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp. Get 10% off of your first month at betterhelp.com/closermentality
Kikkan's Cool Socks: https://shop.kikkan.com/
Closer Mentality UNCENSORED: www.youtube.com/channel/UCJuZfwIP9...2022-03-2440 min
Nordic NationInside the booth with Chad Salmela and Kikkan Randall, NBC Olympic cross country ski analystsIn this episode, we’ve got Chad Salmela and Kikkan Randall on to discuss the experience of calling the 2022 Beijing Olympic Winter Games, live from a booth in Stamford, CT. The duo worked as cross country analysts, alongside long-time NBC play-by-play announcer Steve Schlanger. While Chad is a veteran in the role, this was Kikkan’s first Olympics inside the booth. During this conversation, Kikkan and Chad field a variety of questions on their experience – everything from staying fresh while calling races in the middle of the night for two weeks straight, to maintaining professional composure while w...2022-03-041h 00The Devon Kershaw Show by FasterSkierWrapping Up the 21/22 Tour de Ski with Guest Kikkan RandallWe’ve got extra-special Alaska-based guest Kikkan Randall joining us for this episode to recap the 2021/22 Tour de Ski. We break down a rough finish for a head cold-afflicted Jessie Diggins, some sensational skiing by Johannes Høsflot Klæbo, and some lingering questions about Olympic preparation.We’re planning a mailbag episode in the next few days; send your questions to devon@fasterskier.com and nat@fasterskier.com. We’ll be back soon!2022-01-041h 18
Off The CouchOlympic Champion Kikkan Randall on Running, Racing, Longevity, Motherhood, & MoreBefore Kikkan Randall was winning Olympic and World Cup gold medals in XC skiing, she was a runner, and she has never stopped being a runner. In this conversation, we discuss how she got into XC skiing; some of the keys to her longevity; becoming a mother while also being a professional athlete (and how much attitudes still need to change for women in a similar position); and going from winning an Olympic gold medal to being diagnosed with cancer, and how she is doing today.TOPICS & TIMES:Growing up in Alaska (3:33)Running vs Skiing (5:46)A...2021-12-1658 minWhen Women Fly060 Be Your Own Golden Goose with Sylvia WinterIn today’s short episode, Sylvia discusses balancing productivity and wellness. She discusses the story of the golden goose, pacing yourself on life’s journey, and the transformative power of story.Stay tuned for our lineup of new guest episodes, coming soon! In the meantime, take a moment to revisit your old favorites and to catch up on missed episodes. Enjoy the holiday season, and don’t forget to make time for yourself.Previous Episodes Mentioned: 004 Eliza Kerr: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1423273/6149164010 Leigh Coates: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1423273/6927674041 Kikkan Randall: https...2021-11-3006 minThresholdDrive for 25: How $25 and NNF Have Changed US SkiingWith guests Rick Kapala and Reid Lutter
Featuring Jessie Diggins, Gus Schumacher, Kikkan Randall, Rosie Brennan, Sophie Caldwell, Hannah Halvorsen, and Matt Whitcomb
https://nationalnordicfoundation.org/drive-for-25/
Hosted by Chad Salmela
Produced by Chris Parr2021-11-221h 06
The Pink Lemonade StandKikkan Randall: Olympic Gold Medalist Kikkan Randall is an Olympic Gold medalist, fitness enthusiast, and mom raised in Alaska from age three. She was a trailblazer for the US Cross Country Ski Team becoming the first American woman to win a World Cup and Olympic Gold in the sport. In addition to her athletic pursuits, she is passionate about promoting the benefits of healthy and active lifestyles through youth organizations Healthy Futures and Fast and Female. Kikkan shares the unbelievable and inspiring story of being diagnosed with cancer shortly after winning an a gold medal a...2021-11-1554 min
Outdoor Explorer - Alaska Public MediaOutdoor Explorer: Catching up with Kikkan Randall and the year ahead for Anchorage’s nordic ski club
Kikkan and Breck riding to school, photo courtesy Kikkan Randall.Former NSAA Junior Nordic skier Kikkan Randall, photo courtesy Kikkan Randall.2021-11-0558 minWhen Women Fly041 Highlights with Olympian Kikkan Randall and What is the Athlete Mindset?Today we highlight Kikkan Randall in the third episode of our Summer Series. Kikkan is an American Olympic champion cross-country skier, mother, breast cancer survivor, and so much more. Here we highlight the athletic mindset, stigmas around mental health in our culture, and what it takes to pursue excellence in any field. She speaks to motivation, grit, excellence, patience, and the importance of a healthy mindset. An advocate for active lifestyles and active parenting it is especially fun to talk about the flipside of accomplishments and titles and dive into her insights into vulnerability, slowing down, consistency, a...2021-07-2928 min
When Women FlyThe Athlete Mindset with Olympic Gold Medalist and Cancer Survivor Kikkan RandallIn this episode, Sylvia talks with Kikkan Randall, a trailblazer in women's sport. They talk about the athlete frame of mind and how it shows up in countless ways from training, team building and competing to fighting cancer, balance and life pivots. Challenges seem to embolden Kikkan. She is candid as she reflects on her journey in sport, life and leadership. She inspires us all to step out of our comfort zone and show up for our dreams, take small actions that serve large goals, give to earnest causes, live life to its fullest and have fun along the...2021-07-081h 15
Not Almost ThereThe Genius of Athletes with Dr.Noel Brick🏃♂️ Dr. Noel Brick is a professor, ultra runner, and most recently a published author. Co-authored with Scott Douglas, The Genius of Athletes focuses on successful athletes who have a toolkit of mental strategies that help them to perform at their best. The book expounds on how, once learned, these techniques can be adapted to overcome challenges in everyday life. Currently, Noel is working on his second book and is a lecturer in Sport and Exercise Psychology at Ulster University. He completed an undergraduate degree in Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Limerick in 1997, an MSc in Sport and Exerci...2021-07-071h 39Keep the Flame Alive"Total Olympics" Author Jeremy FuchsOn this episode we look at great and unique Olympic moments with Jeremy Fuchs, author of the new book "Total Olympics: Every Obscure, Hilarious, Dramatic and Inspiring Tale Worth Knowing." We talk Olympic legends, how the Nazis used the 1936 Winter Olympics as a dress rehearsal for the Berlin Summer Olympics, and the infamous plunge for distance event. Jeremy's book is the perfect gift for the Olympics fan in your life. It's full of short articles on everything you need to know about to know about the Olympics, and it's packed with great photos. Buy it here...2021-07-0548 minKeep the Flame AliveMcKenna Geer on Para ShootingToday we're on the shooting range with Paralympian McKenna Geer. McKenna is a Paralympic bronze medalist in the sport of rifle shooting. At Rio she competed in the R4 - Mixed 10m Air Rifle Standing SH2 and earned 24th place and the R5 – Mixed 10m Air Rifle Prone SH2, where she took home the bronze medal. We talked with McKenna about how rifle works on the Paralympic side of the sport. Follow McKenna on Facebook, Insta and Twitter - and cheer for her this week as she competes at the World Cup event in Lima, which is...2021-06-101h 12
No Time to Waste33. Actor Matthew McConaughey | Fight and FlowI’m sure you know Matthew McConaughey. He’s an Academy Award-Winning actor, a proud Texan, a Philanthropist, a new owner of Austin’s MLS team and most recently, a NYT bestselling author for his memoir, Greenlights.What Matthew and I talked about in our conversation hit deep. We talked about my current cancer situation and how I’m doing what I can to make the most of it. We debated over how much fight to bring to life vs how much flow and how to know what’s needed when. And we agreed that the only certainty...2021-06-0748 min
Future Of Health Radio NetworkTalk2BeWell: Providence Alaska-Teen Behavioral HealthOlympic Gold Medalist, Kikkan Randall, Nadine Baker, Ph.D., and Brandy Stratman, LCSW discuss youth behavioral health in Alaska. To educate the community about the importance of mental health & to help parents talk to their kids about mental health. We want to increase knowledge or resources for teens/college-age and encourage them to access the resources themselves or for their friends.
*If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health there are free mental health resources and tools at work2bewell.org
*For our audience in Alaska, you can always reach out to Th...2021-05-1831 min
Talk2BeWellEP 43: Providence Alaska: Teen Behavioral HealthOlympic Gold Medalist, Kikkan Randall, Nadine Baker, Ph.D., and Brandy Stratman, LCSW discuss youth behavioral health in Alaska. To educate the community about the importance of mental health & to help parents talk to their kids about mental health. We want to increase knowledge or resources for teens/college-age and encourage them to access the resources themselves or for their friends.
*If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health there are free mental health resources and tools at work2bewell.org
*For our audience in Alaska, you can always reach out to Th...2021-05-1831 minThe Devon Kershaw Show by FasterSkierSeeking Continuity in CanadaThere was a time when the Canadian National Cross-Country Ski Team was the North American team to watch. As skiers like Kikkan Randall and Jessie Diggins found their footing, Becky Scott, Chandra Crawford, and Sara Renner were medaling at the Olympics. Alex Harvey and Kershaw won team sprint gold at the 2011 World Championships. And Harvey continued to romp - winning the 2017 World Championship gold in the 50k. Along the way, like many programs, Canada has enjoyed roster and coaching continuity. Conversely, the program has also suffered high rates of coaching turnover and insufficient funding.As Canada looks...2021-05-061h 08Keep the Flame AliveOlympian Evan Dunfee on Race Walking Pt. 2Canadian Olympic race walker Evan Dunfee is back to tell us how race walking works. Really -- we actually get into the sport this week (though don't count out novela talk)! Evan talks about the mechanics of the sport, the discrepancy between TV cameras and judges' human eyes, and possible career opportunities once he ends his pro racing career. Oh, a little Rule 50 chat, just for fun. You can follow Evan at @evandunfee on Twitter, Insta and Strava and read more about him at his website. What are our TKFLASTANIs up to this...2021-04-161h 15When Women Fly022 The Athlete Mindset with Olympic Gold Medalist and Cancer Survivor Kikkan RandallIn this episode, Sylvia talks with Kikkan Randall, a trailblazer in women's sport. They talk about the athlete frame of mind and how it shows up in countless ways from training, team building and competing to fighting cancer, balance and life pivots. Challenges seem to embolden Kikkan. She is candid as she reflects on her journey in sport, life and leadership. She inspires us all to step out of our comfort zone and show up for our dreams, take small actions that serve large goals, give to earnest causes, live life to its fullest and have fun along the...2021-03-181h 15
Corporate Competitor PodcastOlympic gold medalist Kikkan Randall asks: Do you let internal competition destroy your team dynamic?Ep. 35: Discover how to ensure that internal competition fuels your employees and does not destroy team chemistry. Kikkan was 16 years old in Anchorage, Alaska when she was told that no American woman had ever won an Olympic medal in cross-country skiing. It was that moment that she set her goal: Make history. She went on to compete in FIVE Olympics and in 2018 in the last race of her last games… Kikkan Randall won gold. Three months later she was diagnosed with stage 2 breast cancer. She used the lessons from sport to combat negative thoughts on her road to recovery. Tod...2021-03-1740 min
Breaking TrailKikkan Randall and the Battles of a LifetimeI’m taking this week off, and we’re running a replay of an interview I did in 2018 with Kikkan Randall. Kikkan and Jessie Diggins won the gold medal in the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang exactly three years ago. They are the first-ever cross country skiing gold medal in the women’s team sprint. Kikkan Randall won 17 U.S. national titles, she’s made 16 podiums in the Stage World Cup, five trips to the Winter Olympics, and had the highest finish by an individual US woman at the World Championships. She was the first American female cross country skier to take...2021-03-0840 min
Keep the Flame AliveWill Brisbane Host the 2032 Olympics?It's another week with a TBach press conference, so we take the opportunity to dive into the International Olympic Committee's new five-year plan/math problem called Agenda 2020 +5. We also have a report from the IOC's Future Host Commission. Could the Olympics go back to Australia in 2032? Plus, more feelings about the International Weightlifting Federation and Tokyo 2020's new leader. Our TKFLASTANIS in the news this week include: Beach volleyball player Kelly Claes XC skier Kikkan Randall Biathlete Clare Egan USA Weightlifting CEO Phil Andrews Speedskater Erin Jackson Plus we have updates from Tokyo 2020 and Beijing 2022...2021-02-2654 min
The Cross Country Skier PodcastTom Kelly’s 50-year cross country legacy Tom Kelly’s career is rooted in cross country skiing. After covering ski jumping, Kelly found himself working for entrepreneur Tony Wise in the mid ’70s, promoting the American Birkebeiner and World Cup cross country races in Telemark, Wisconsin. Kelly’s 30-plus year tenure as vice president of communications with the U.S. Ski Team culminated trackside with the historic Olympic gold medal of Jessie Diggins and Kikkan Randall at the PyeongChang Olympic Games. That year, he retired from the U.S. Ski Team and was recognized by the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee with its Building Dreams Award before...2021-02-2551 minThe Devon Kershaw Show by FasterSkierKicking it with Kikkan: The World Champs PreviewThe legend is set in stone: Kikkan Randall brought a new intensity and bottom-line results to the U.S. Ski Team. Three overall sprint globes to her name, five Olympics, a bronze at the 2017 Lahti World Champs in the skate sprint, a silver at the 2009 Liberec, Czech Republic World Champs skate sprint, a gold at the 2013 Val di Fiemme, Italy World Champs in the team sprint (with Diggins), and the 2018 Olympic Gold in PyeongChang's team sprint. Stellar. Her story is infused with her firm belief in team and the matter of fact grit she brings to l...2021-02-241h 01
The Eat for Endurance PodcastJessie Diggins on Nutrition, Resilience, and Building a Legacy in SportWant to get in touch? Send Claire a message!“Healthy, happy and balanced athletes are the ones that make it across the finish line again and again throughout a long career and leave a legacy” - Jessie DigginsWelcome to Episode 37 of the Eat for Endurance Podcast! Today, I’m honored to be joined by cross-country skier and Olympic gold medalist Jessie Diggins.You may remember Jessie’s incredible performance at the 2018 Pyeongchang Winter Olympics, where she and her teammate Kikkan Randall made history...2021-02-0558 min