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The Stokecast36: Fight For The Gold, Fight For Your Life, with 5-Time Olympian Kikkan RandallFor more from this episode: https://exploreinspired.com/kikkan-randallHosts: Jonathan Ronzio & Emily HollandEditor: Chris Plante / CP Pro Audio
2025-08-131h 07
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
With All Due Respect?Tailored Blazers, argyle socks, Dallas Seavey and Kikkan RandallWhile we take a work break, Andy Miller sings "If I were Andrew Halcro"...and I'm taking his advice.
2025-01-2801 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
King of the RideEpisode 140: Jessie Diggins -- Olympic and World ChampionJessie Diggins' name is synonymous with success for US cross country skiing. She broke the drought for all of American skiers as she and Kikkan Randall (episode 36) won the first gold medal for the United States in 2018.
Jessie is a four time Olympic medalist, a six time world champion medalist, an author, and activist working with The Emily Project and Protect Our Winters (POW) as a winter athlete alliance. Among other accolades.
She is a great follow on Instagram where you can find her at @jessiediggins
And give AG1 a try with the l...
2024-09-2751 min
Keep the Flame AliveElvin Kibet's Running Journey: One Immigrant's StoryPeople choose to uproot their lives and move to the US for many reasons, and on this episode we hear one immigrant's story. Elvin Kibet came to America for opportunity--and that opportunity inspired her to give back to her new home by serving her country in the US Army and its World Class Athlete Program unit. Elvin shared her story in author Joanna Garten's book "All in Stride: A Journey in Running Courage and the Search for the American Dream" and talked with us about her journey from a rural village in Kenya where she ran about 5...
2024-09-271h 01
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...
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 minKeep 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 will h...
2024-03-291h 09Keep the Flame AliveUnretiring with Olympic Artistic Swimmer Jacqueline Simoneau Episode 324. We always love it when a TKFLASTANI comes back on the show! Canadian artistic swimmer Jacqueline Simoneau is back to talk with us about her decision to put medical school on hold for a year and try for one more Olympics. Her road to Paris 2024 goes through Doha and the 2024 World Aquatics World Championships--will her duet be enough to get to her third Olympics? It's been a big news week for upcoming Games: Paris 2024 announced its medals (which are epic and may also make you want to have a cupcake) and the opening of one...
2024-02-151h 08
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.
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2023-12-1158 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 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 min
The Greg Bennett ShowJessie Diggins - Olympic Gold Medallist - Cross Country Skiier
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In this episode of The Greg Bennett Show, Greg is joined by Jessie Diggins, one of the world's all-time greatest cross-country skiers.
Jessie has consistently shown that pushing through one moment longer can lead to greatness, breaking barriers, and making history in her sport. Hailing from Minnesota, she has inspired a generation of athletes and advocated for important causes like mental health and environmental conservation.
Jessie Diggins was raised in Afton, Minnesota, and became a professional skier at t...
2023-05-081h 16Keep the Flame AliveMarketing the Paralympics with Alexis SchaeferWe love learning about the people behind the scenes who help expand the visibility of the Paralympics. On this episode we're talking with Alexis Schaefer, the former Commercial and Marketing Director of the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). Alexis talks with us about marketing the Paralympics, attracting major sponsors, and broadcasting the Games. More importantly, we've got feed beefs explained! You can follow Alexis on LinkedIn and Twitter. In our history moment, Jill looks at the Paralympic Games of Seoul, which are considered to be the first Games of the Paralympic modern era. We h...
2023-02-241h 17
State of ArtState of Art: Kikkan Randall and others share their #alaskaseafoodhacksSeafood is a major aspect to Alaska’s economy and culture. There are the standards – salmon, halibut, crab – but what about other options and how can we spruce up those old favorites?
That’s where the Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute (ASMI) comes in. #alaskaseafoodhacks launched earlier this year and features chefs and other seafood experts giving tips on how to make the most out of Alaska seafood.
On this episode of State of Art we hear from five-time Olympian Kikkan Randall and ASMI communications director Ashley Heimbigner about their seafood hacks, underrated seafood options, and more.
2023-01-0711 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
Outdoor Explorer - Alaska Public MediaThe outdoor life of Congressional CandidatesOur guests for this show are congressional candidates Nick Begich and Mary Peltola. Your host, Lisa, reached out to the Sarah Palin campaign three times but never received a response. In these interviews with Nick and Mary, she asked questions sourced from four leaders in the outdoor industry in Alaska: Mary Goddard of Sustainable Southeast Partnership, Steve Cleary of Alaska Trails, Lee Hart of Alaska Outdoor Alliance, and Kikkan Randall of Nordic Ski Association of Anchorage. They also chatted about their own personal experiences in the outdoors, what makes the Alaska outdoors special, and where they are happiest in the...
2022-08-1258 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 Parr
2022-04-221h 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.
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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
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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 00
Talk of AlaskaTalk of Alaska: Alaskan Olympians compete in BeijingAlaskan skiers Sadie Bjornsen and Kikkan Randall will represent the U.S. at the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang, South Korea. (Emily Russell/Alaska Public Media)
Every four years, Alaskans have a chance to test our winter sport prowess on the international stage. Our homegrown athletes will compete in nordic skiing, curling, figure skating, hockey and more this year. With the Winter Olympics already underway in Beijing, we’ll hear from members of Alaska’s winter sports community to learn more about the programs that trained some of our top athletes.
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2022-02-0558 minThe 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 Parr
2021-11-221h 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 minTalk2BeWellEP 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 08
The Vermont Conversation with David GoodmanJessie Diggins smashes records in the ski world
Jessie Diggins is the fastest woman in the world. At least on cross-country skis.
Earlier this month, Diggins, a Minnesota native who trains in Vermont, became the first American woman to win the overall World Cup cross-country skiing title. Only American cross-country skier Bill Koch, who won the men’s title 39 years ago, has accomplished this. This is just the latest first for the trailblazing Diggins: In January, she became the first American to win the Tour de Ski, a multiday ski race modeled on the Tour de France bike race. And in 2018, she and tea...
2021-03-2437 minWhen 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
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 Sport“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, winning the first-ever American gold medal in cross-country skiing after...
2021-02-0558 min
Halftime, HalfwayEpisode 16: Kikkan Randall - Olympic Cross Country Skier, Gold Medallist; She’s not “snow-ing” down!In this episode, we have the honor of speaking with Olympic Gold Medallist and Cross Country Skier, Kikkan Randall! Kikkan learned to ski before she could walk and has made it to the biggest podium in the world! The fastest woman in Alaska on skis is here to tell us all about her ski career, winning a Gold Medal, beating breast cancer, setting records, and about some go to songs for her pre-race routine. And so much more heartfelt advice and tips! A must listen!
2021-01-0534 min
INTERLUDE: Cancer Stories with Dr. Teplinsky53. Kikkan Randall (Olympic Cross Country Skier and Breast Cancer Survivor)Join host, Dr. Eleonora Teplinsky, as she speaks with Kikkan Randall. Kikkan is a cross country skier, 5 time Olympian, Olympic and World Champion, wife, mother, and a breast cancer survivor. Kikkan was diagnosed with breast cancer at age 35, just months after winning the Olympic Gold Medal with Jessie Diggins during the team sprint in the 2018 Winter Olympics in PyeongChang. On today’s episode, she shares her story, focusing on how being an athlete helped her get through treatment. We speak a lot about mindset and goal setting and what’s next for Kikkan.
2020-12-1800 min
The Exam Room by the Physicians Committee3 Sneaky Risk Factors for Breast Cancer - Let's Beat Breast Cancer Part 4There are many things that you can do to lower your risk of breast cancer, but some of them you may not have even thought about! Dr. Kristi Funk joins "The Weight Loss Champion" Chuck Carroll to talk about the ordinary things that we encounter hundreds of times every day that impact the risk of cancer. More often than not we don't even think about them because they are so common, but the danger is still there nonetheless! Dr. Funk also gives tips on how to put the power of your health back in hour h...
2020-10-291h 13
All About Ski PreparationKikkan Randall Interview Part 2 of 2Kikkan Randall is a 5 time Olympian, 17 time US National Champion, and is an Olympic Gold Medalist. She also won the overall Sprint World Cup 3 times and was World Champion. This is part 2 of a 2 part interview. If you haven’t seen part 1 yet, please watch that before watching this one. We talk about coming back from having her baby Breck and winning a World Championship Bronze medal, winning Olympic Gold in the team sprint, pink hair, what Alaska means to her, being a mother, dealing with breast cancer, and resilience. Listen and learn from a truly great person.
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2020-10-271h 35All About Ski PreparationKikkan Randall Interview Part 1 of 2Kikkan Randall has 262 starts in World Cup, World Championships, and Olympic games. Of these international starts, she has reached the podium in individual races 31 times including 13 victories. Kikkan has won the overall Sprint World Cup 3 times and was 3rd in the overall World Cup in 2013. In the 2018 Olympic Games Kikkan won the gold medal in the team sprint with Jessie Diggins. In addition to her 17 US National Championship titles, this 5 time Olympian won individual silver and bronze medals as well as a Team Sprint gold medal in World Championships. Kikkan is also deservedly well known for the countless hours...
2020-10-261h 06
Real Women. Real Stories.Kikkan, Episode 69Just two months after winning Olympic gold in cross country skiing, Kikkan Randall was diagnosed with breast cancer. How did she use what she learned from training for five Olympic games to help her on her cancer journey? Listen to her inspiring story and see how being a part of a team was the catalyst for healing.
2020-10-2215 minNo Time to Waste1. XC Ski Star Kikkan Randall | It’s Going to Be OkThe inaugural episode of the No Time to Waste podcast kicks off with 5X Olympian and one of the most decorated XC skiers in the sport, Kikkan Randall. Hear her story of getting diagnosed with breast cancer just three months after winning Gold in 2018 and after completing a year of grueling treatments, finishing sub-3 hr at the NYC Marathon.NOTE: This episode was originally recorded on IG LIve (never meant to become a podcast) so the audio might not be ideal - but hey, I don't have time to waste. Check out Season 2!@kikkanimal
2020-10-0531 min
Challenges Build Champions with Matt Scoletti056 – Kikkan Randall: Olympic Skiing GOLD Medalist, Cancer SurvivorConnect with Kikkan. Instagram: KikkAnimal Kikkan is an Olympic Skiing SUPERSTAR! Period. Kikkan debuted at the Olympics in her hometown of Salt Lake City in 2002. How cool is that? She then competed in 4 MORE Olympic games throughout her incredible skiing career. Kikkan helped shape the United States Olympic Ski Team into the powerhouse that it currently is. She’s a trailblazer and ultimate leader and teammate. Kikkan is a 5x Olympian. She’s a 17x National Champion. She has 29 World Cup Podiums. Kikkan has 13 World Cup Victories. She was the first American Woman to win a World Cup eve...
2020-09-181h 24
The Madeline and Becca PodcastPlan your epic comeback with Kikkan RandallYou will learn about:(03:19) How Kikkan got interested in cross-country skiing(06:23) Why is cross-country skiing so amazing?(07:02) How fast do you get going on cross-country skis?(08:02) What was the intensity and training schedule for Kikkan as an elite ski racer?(11:11) Strategies for handling the pressures of competitive skiing at a young ski racer(13:52) Kikkan's advice on how to handle setbacks.(19:22) How Kikkan returned to competition after having a baby(23:35) The 2018 PyeongChang Olympics(32:09) How Kikkan drew strength and inspiration when she received a stage II breast cancer diagnosis(39:40) The NYC marathon(42:21) Kikkan's best tips for fitness comebacks(46:56) What can t...
2020-08-1157 min
Voice In SportEpisode 02. Kikkan Randall - Ready. Set. Goal.Kikkan Randal, 5x Olympic Cross Country Ski Racer from Alaska. The First American Skier to win a Gold Medal at the Winter Olympics in Women’s Team Sprint Event in Pyeongchang in 2018 describes her journey in sport as strong, patient, and fun. Kikkan inspires us all to not be afraid to DREAM BIG. She describes the power of setting goals and how putting things together one step at a time will ultimately lead to crushing your biggest goals. Kikkan inspires us all, regardless of sport, to set a goal and create a plan to achieve it - sh...
2020-06-0239 min
Laughter Permitted with Julie FoudyEpisode 35: Jessie Diggins and Kikkan RandallCross-country skiing superstars Jessie Diggins and Kikkan Randall join Laughter Permitted. Jessie and Kikkan teamed up to win gold at the 2018 Winter Olympics in the women's team sprint event, but their stories don't end there. Shortly after the Olympics, Kikkan was diagnosed with breast cancer. Now in remission, she is outspoken about her experience in order to help others. Jessie recently came out with a book "Brave Enough," in which she opens up about her struggle with an eating disorder in her late teens, and how she ultimately healed, then went on to become an Olympic champion. Stay tuned...
2020-05-201h 24
The Stokecast85: Michelle Parker, Jason Antin, Kikkan Randall, Jeanine PesceTime, Pressure, & Productivity!
Professional skier Michelle Parker, mountain endurance athlete Jason Antin, Olympic gold medalist Kikkan Randall, and Range founder Jeanine Pesce come together to talk about balancing time, pressures to be productive, and how to enjoy the moment.
This is a replay from the Stoked From Home online summit by The Stokecast.
Hosted by Jonathan Ronzio and Emily Holland.
2020-05-201h 01
In The Arena With Bobby Carroll#8 - Tom Kelly - US Ski and Snowboard Hall Of Famer, Former Head of US Ski and Snowboard PRTom Kelly was the voice of the US Ski and Snowboard team for 30 years. He worked 10 Olympics and as the athletes racked up 100 medals at the Olympics, Tom would be in the finish area for 75 of those medals and 50 more at World Championship events. From Lindsey Vonn, Mikaela Shiffrin, Jesse Diggins, Kikkan Randall, Shaun White, Kelly Clark, Bode Miller, Tommy Moe, Picabo Street, Daron Rahvles, Julia, Mancuso, Brita Sigourney, David Wise, Jonny Moseley, Jeremy Bloom, Nikki Stone, Eric Bergoust, Hannah Kearney, Ted Ligety and Billy Demong to name just a few! “TK” as he is known by most of the...
2020-05-111h 16
Clean Sport CollectiveEpisode #43: Jessie Diggins, Gold Medalist in XC SkiingWe could all use a smile or two right now, and we believe this interview will give you just that. Jessie Diggins and her teammate Kikkan Randall won the first ever gold medal for the US in cross country skiing in the Winter Olympics in 2018. You might remember the epic finish as Jessie outsprinted a Swedish and Norwegian athlete to earn gold by half a ski before collapsing and being jumped on by Kikkan in celebration. It was a beautiful moment, but as you will learn in this interview with Kara and Chris, Jessie's story is so much bigger...
2020-04-051h 05
The Sideline Perspective PodcastCommunity | Kikkan Randall, Former Olympic Cross-Country SkierKikkan Randall is a lot of things - a 14 year member of the US Ski team, a mom, a cancer survivor, an entrepreneur, and, alongside Jessie Diggins, the first American woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the sport of Cross Country Skiing. This episode dives into all aspect of her life and the ways in which community has supported her in skiing, in battling cancer, and now, in whatever she tackles next!Check out more about Kikkan:Website: https://kikkan.comInstagram: @kikkanimal---Learn more about The Sideline...
2020-03-1720 min
Humans OutsideCancer Couldn’t Keep This Gold Medalist Indoors (Kikkan Randall)One moment she was riding high off taking gold in nordic skiing at the olympics, a first for the U.S., and the next she was receiving a breast cancer diagnosis. But Kikkan Randall doesn’t take life’s challenges lying down. Not only did she fight cancer, she did so while staying active, proving that spending time outside and moving your body isn’t just possible no matter what, it’s necessary. Kikkan joined us on The Humans Outside Podcast to talk nature therapy, kid raising, fighting cancer, body image and even a snea...
2020-02-0640 min
Outside PodcastHow Kikkan Randall Keeps Coming BackOf the many story lines that came of the New York Marathon this November, perhaps the most inspiring was the performance of Kikkan Randall. The 35-year-old was racing in her first-ever marathon, yet she finished 51st among all women and 12th in her age group. It was impressive, even for Randall, one of the most accomplished cross-country ski racers in American history, especially when you consider that just 18 months earlier, she’d been diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. *Outside *contributor Stephanie Joyce talks to Randall about her pattern of coming back stronger from tough times and failure, and wh...
2019-12-1130 min
Outside PodcastHow Kikkan Randall Keeps Coming Back
Of the many story lines that came of the New York Marathon this November, perhaps the most inspiring was the performance of Kikkan Randall. The 35-year-old was racing in her first-ever marathon, yet she finished 51st among all women and 12th in her age group. It was impressive, even for Randall, one of the most accomplished cross-country ski racers in American history, especially when you consider that just 18 months earlier, she’d been diagnosed with Stage II breast cancer. *Outside *contributor Stephanie Joyce talks to Randall about her pattern of coming back stronger from tough times and failure, and wh...
2019-12-1130 min
The Cross Country Skier PodcastDigging Deep: How Life Has Changed for Olympic Gold Medalist Jessie DigginsWhen Jessie Diggins crossed the finish line during the team sprint at the PyeongChang Olympic Games she, along with teammate Kikkan Randall, became the first U.S. cross country skier to win a medal at that level since 1976. In this episode we sit down with Jessie to hear how her life has changed since that day, how it has affected her perspective on skiing and what she’s looking ahead to in the coming season. This episode of the Cross Country Skier Podcast is possible thanks to the support of Skida Headwear & Accessories.
2019-11-2542 min
C Tolle RunKikkan Randall - Just Get Out ThereCarrie chats with Olympic gold medalist and 5-time Olympian Kikkan Randall! They discuss her progress with beating cancer, motherhood, skiing, running, and preparing for the 2019 TCS NYC Marathon.
2019-10-3142 min
The SydcastKikkan Randall: How to Win an Olympic Gold Medal17 U.S. National titles, 17 U.S. Championships, 16 podiums in the Stage World Cup, five-time Winter Olympian, one Olympic gold medal. That’s cross-country skiing star Kikkan Randall’s career in numbers, but there’s so much more to her story than that.Kikkan Randall is the embodiment of achieving your childhood dreams—she knew from the time she was 5 years old that she wanted to be an Olympic skier. Her dream came true 14 years later, when she competed in her first Winter Olympics in Salt Lake City in 2002 at the age of 19. She finished in 44th...
2019-09-161h 09
Run AlongKnowing your strength with Kikkan RandallKikkan Randall had a fairytale ending to her athletic career. She helped win the US’ first ever gold in cross-country skiing at the 2018 Olympics. Just weeks later, her retirement started off with a nightmare. Randall was diagnosed with breast cancer. Today, a story of side-by-side emotional extremes and putting the champion mindset to an unthinkable test. Listen now on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.
2019-09-1225 min
Monster & Sea presents “Go Because You Can”Monster and Sea Episode 11: Kikkan Randall, Gold Medalist, Cancer Survivor and pure inspirationTroy and Mike sit down for an inspiring conversation with Kikkan Randall. Olympic Gold medal winning cross country skier, breast cancer survivor and pure inspiration. She embodies “Go Because You Can”
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2019-09-071h 18
ATRadioATRadio 7/1/2019 with Kikkan Randall(ATR) Kikkan Randall, IOC member in the U.S. has just finished her first session as an IOC member. The gold medal cross country skier at the 2018 Olympics was also elected to the IOC Athletes Commission and a seat on the IOC by fellow athletes.
2019-07-0108 min
Real PinkLessons Learned Surviving Breast Cancer with Kikkan RandallIn this episode, Kikkan Randall, the United States' first Olympic gold medalist in cross-country skiing, joins the podcast to share her personal journey with breast cancer.
Kikkan has competed in 5 Olympics and finished the last Olympics with the gold medal in the team sprint. Kikkan also leads the nonprofit Fast and Female working to keep girls in sports. She also works with the Olympic committee, does motivational speaking and was the only mom on team USA in the 2018 Olympics.Special Guest: Kikkan Randall.Sponsored By:Sideways8 Interactive : We all want to break...
2019-07-0115 min
King of the RideEpisode 36: Kikkan Randall — Olympic Gold Medal Winning Nordic SkierWinning an Olympic Gold Medal in her final Olympics might be the most interesting thing about Kikkan Randall. But, after listening to this conversation, you'll hear why it also might not be. Kikkan is an incredibly insightful, thoughtful, well spoken, ambassador to xc-skiing as much as she is an ambassador to motherhood amid an Olympic career. She's a cancer survivor, wife, friend, and at least seventeen hundred other descriptors you'll pick up on today's pod; suffice it to say that Kikkan is a rockstar. Please enjoy this conversation that touches on the highlights, the low moments, the comebacks from...
2019-07-0157 min
REACH - Research in Exercise And Cancer HealthEpisode 60: EP 58 | Kikkan Randall: 5x time Olympian diagnosed with breast cancer.Kikkan Randall is an American, Olympic champion cross-country skier. Kikkan won a gold medal in the winter olypmics in 2018. A few months later, she was diagnosed with breast cancer. In this episode, we chat about her experiences as an olympian, along with her cancer diagnosis and how she moved through treatment.
2019-06-0552 min
Heroes Like YouThe Importance of Staying Positive with Gold Medalist Kikkan RandallImagine winning your countries first gold medal and then coming home to find out you have cancer. That's the reality that Kikkan Randall faced in 2018 after the Winter Olympics in Pyeong Chang. In this conversation, Kikkan talks about what it took to become an Olympic gold medalist and how she has used that training to overcome her latest challenge of beating cancer.
2019-06-0433 min
Run This World with Nicole DeBoom Podcast123 - Kikkan Randall Made a 10 Year Plan & Won GoldSometimes we choose to do things that push us out of our comfort zones. Sometimes those things happen to us and we have to dig in, embrace the discomfort and use all of our tools to push through. Kikkan Randall has experienced both categories. Kikkan is a lifelong skier. Her family moved to Alaska when she was young so most of her formative years were spent there. She’s a talent. Pure and simple. A natural athlete who gravitated to skiing. She has competed in 5 Olympic games. FIVE! While she raced at the top level in the world for over 15 ye...
2019-02-281h 22
The Sonya Looney ShowKikkan Randall Wins Olympic Gold and Survives Breast CancerWhen Kikkan Randall was 5 years old, she decided she was going to the Olympics for skiing. Most 5 year olds have lofty and cute dreams that rarely come to fruition. That wasn't the case for Kikkan. Not only did she make it to her first Olympics for cross-country skiing at just 19 years old, but she has 5 Olympic Games under her belt. Kikkan's house might tip over with all the medals as a 17x US National Champion, 16 podiums at World Cups, and to top it off - a shiny Olympic Gold medal that she won in Pyeongchang in 2018. 2 years before Pyeonchang, Kikka...
2018-12-271h 13
Grow the GoodKikkan Randall Wins Olympic Gold and Survives Breast CancerWhen Kikkan Randall was 5 years old, she decided she was going to the Olympics for skiing. Most 5 year olds have lofty and cute dreams that rarely come to fruition. That wasn't the case for Kikkan. Not only did she make it to her first Olympics for cross-country skiing at just 19 years old, but she has 5 Olympic Games under her belt. Kikkan's house might tip over with all the medals as a 17x US National Champion, 16 podiums at World Cups, and to top it off - a shiny Olympic Gold medal that she won in Pyeongchang in 2018. 2 years before Pyeonchang, Kikka...
2018-12-271h 13
Tough Girl PodcastKikkan Randall - 5X Olympian, Olympic champion cross-country skier 2018 & World Champion, “Get-Activist” and Mom Athlete.Tough Girl Kikkan Randall - 5X Olympian, Olympic champion cross-country skier 2018 & World Champion, “Get-Activist” and Mom Athlete. Kikkan Randall is an American, Olympic champion cross-country skier. She has won 17 U.S. National titles, taken home 17 U.S. Championships, made 16 podiums in the Stage World Cup, made five trips to the Winter Olympic Games and had the highest finish by an individual U.S. woman at the World Championships (2nd in the Sprint FS at Liberec, CZE in 2009). She was the first American female cross-country skier to take a top ten finish in World Cup competition, to wi...
2018-12-1153 min
Breaking TrailKikkan Randall on Big Battles: Olympic Gold and Breast CancerKikkan Randall is an Olympic champion cross-country skier. She has won 17 U.S. National titles, taken home 17 U.S. Championships, made 16 podiums in the Stage World Cup, made five trips to the Winter Olympic Games and had the highest finish by an individual U.S. woman at the World Championships (2nd in the Sprint FS at Liberec, CZE in 2009). She was the first American female cross-country skier to take a top ten finish in World Cup competition, to win a World Cup race and to win a World Cup discipline title.[2] She won the silver medal in the individual...
2018-10-1839 min
Olympics.com PodcastCancer and Olympians: Let’s talk about the C-Word with Kikkan RandallLess than three months after winning Olympic gold in cross-country skiing at PyeongChang 2018, Kikkan Randall was diagnosed with breast cancer.
The 35-year-old American is receiving treatment and the prognosis is good.
But she’s had to shave her hair off. Hair that she used to dye pink to stand out from the crowd.
We talk about the colour pink, the dreaded moment she took ‘the call’ and making the most of every day.
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2018-08-0826 min
Olympic Channel Audio BulletinOlympic Channel News update, 12 July 2018The Tokyo 2020 torch relay will start in Fukushima, Olympic gold medallist Kikkan Randall pledges to fight breast cancer with 'strength and tenacity' and Serena Williams has broken new ground at Wimbledon.
2018-07-1201 min
ATRadioATRadio: New IOC member Kikkan RandallEditor-in-chief Ed Hula speaks with Olympic gold medalist and new IOC member Kikkan Randall about PyeongChang 2018, anti-doping measures, and gender inequality.
2018-07-0921 minNordic NationNordic Nation: The Standing Ovation Episode with Alison Owen-Bradley
Now 65, Alison Owen-Bradley was once the American skier to chase to the top of the podium in North America and on the highest tier of international cross-country ski racing. Long before Kikkan Randall, Jessie Diggins, Sophie Caldwell, and Sadie Bjornsen attracted a wave of attention to high-performance skiing with regular World Cup podiums and ultimately an Olympic gold, Owen-Bradley made the U.S. women’s nordic team relevant when considering podium and medal potential. (You may also remember her as Alison Kiesel, as she was married to the late U.S. Ski Team coach Rob Kiesel at one...
2018-06-1351 min
Keep the Flame AliveCross-Country Skiing Olympic Gold Medalist Kikkan RandallShe's a five-time Olympian, winner of the first US Olympic gold medal in cross-country skiing, first American to win a cross-country world championship--and now she's a member of the International Olympic Committee's Athletes' Commission. Kikkan Randall joins us on this week's show! Kikkan made history in PyeongChang with Jessie Diggins in the cross-country team sprint and captivated viewers with their face glitter and pink hair. Olympic moments don't get any better than this victory, which you can see here (grab a Kleenex--you might need one) and the race recap here. We talked with her about...
2018-05-1744 min
Another Mother Runner#311: 2018 Olympic Champion—and #Motherrunner—Kikkan RandallCelebrating Mother's Day, Olympian style, Dimity (standing in for for host Sarah) and co-host Tish Hamilton connect with cross-country skier Kikkan Randall, the only mother on the 2018 U.S. Winter Olympic team—and, along with teammate Jessie Diggins, the first American woman ever to win an Olympic gold cross-country skiing. The trio first hits Kikkan's background as a runner (and her nearly sub-five-minute mile in high school!) and her transition to—and rapid ascent as a top world competitor on—the snow. We discuss her 20-year (!) Olympic career, and the long-term perspective she took—especially helpful when she missed her 2014...
2018-05-1155 min
Country Music News & What’s TrendingScott & Stu visit with Olympic gold medalist Kikkan Randall in the studio.Scott & Stu visit with Olympic gold medalist Kikkan Randall in the studio.
2018-04-0410 minNordic NationNordic Nation: Author Peggy Shinn on the U.S. Women’s XC Ski TeamIn this episode of Nordic Nation, we talk with author Peggy Shinn. She recently wrote a book titled “World Class: The Making of the U.S. Women’s Cross-Country Ski Team”. The book was released before Shinn jetted off to PyeongChang, South Korea, to cover the Olympics in person. Not one to miss a good show, she was on hand to see the U.S. Ski Team come full circle as Jessie Diggins and Kikkan Randall won gold in the team sprint.
Peggy Shinn, author of the new book “World Class: The Making of the U.S. Women’s...
2018-03-2349 min
Pressroom PodcastEpisode 119 - Here comes Chad SalmelaEven if you aren't a cross country skiing fan chances are you still heard Chad Salmela's famous gold medal call during the Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea. While he declined to replicate the "Here comes Diggins" call for us, Duluth's Salmela did give us some behind-the-scenes info on the race that made Minnesotan Jessie Diggins and teammate Kikkan Randall the first U.S. gold medalists in the team sprint, male or female. Salmela, cross country coach at St. Scholastica, shares what it was like to be a part of that historic race and how it f...
2018-03-0728 minNordic NationNordic Nation: U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s Tom ‘TK’ Kelly in the House (Part 1)
FasterSkier would like to thank Fischer Sport USA, Madshus USA, Concept2, Boulder Nordic Sport, and Swix Sport US for their generous support, which made this coverage possible.
PYEONGCHANG, South Korea — At the Olympics in PyeongChang, FasterSkier sat down with U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s longtime Vice President of Communications Tom Kelly. After starting with the organization back in 1986, Kelly will be stepping down a few months after the Olympics. Kelly, 65, is the nerve center to U.S. Ski Team’s media and communications outreach. Shepherding athletes through the mixed zone or writing up a press release abou...
2018-02-2726 minNordic NationNordic Nation: U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s ‘TK’ in the House (Part 2)
FasterSkier would like to thank Fischer Sport USA, Madshus USA, Concept2, Boulder Nordic Sport, and Swix Sport US for their generous support, which made this coverage possible.
PYEONGCHANG, South Korea — In this episode recorded at the Olympics, you’ll hear Part 2 of our conversation with one of the busiest people at the Games … Tom Kelly. Kelly is U.S. Ski & Snowboard’s longtime vice president of communications. After starting with the organization back in 1986, he will be stepping down a few months after the Olympics. Kelly, 65, is the nerve center to U.S. Ski Team’s media and comm...
2018-02-2734 minNordic NationNordic Nation: Olympic Champ Kikkan Randall Elected to IOC Athletes’ Commission
FasterSkier would like to thank Fischer Sport USA, Madshus USA, Concept2, Boulder Nordic Sport, and Swix Sport US for their generous support, which made this coverage possible.
PYEONGCHANG, South Korea — In this episode of Nordic Nation, FasterSkier sat down with U.S. cross-country skier, Kikkan Randall — known by some as Kikkanimal — to discuss her fifth and final Winter Olympics, as well as what lays ahead for the Anchorage, Alaska native.
On Wednesday evening earlier this week, Randall and teammate Jessie Diggins paired up to take the win in the team sprint, earning the U.S. women th...
2018-02-2323 min
Weekday UpdateGerman Olympic athletes drink of choice+Russian women figure skaters+Kikkan Randall wins goldGerman Olympic athletes drink of choice+Russian women figure skaters+Kikkan Randall wins gold
2018-02-2201 min
Mountain Mantras: Wellness and Life LessonsBe Positive and Powerful with Olympians Kikkan Randall and Liz StephenOlympian Nordic skiers Kikkan Randall and Liz Stephen share stories to support mantras around staying positive, learning from mistakes, and striking a power pose.
2017-02-1514 minNordic NationNordic Nation Podcast: Rebounding with Liz StephenLiz Stephen has earned her stripes. For the last 11 years, the 29-year-old Vermont native has been part of the US Ski Team (USST). After veterans like Kikkan Randall, Stephen has become an anchor on the women’s team, which now carries with it expectations of top-20’s, top-10’s and podiums. At the age of 15, the Burke Mountain Academy alpine skier and runner switched to the skinny skis for good.
With her high energy and drive, she became a force on the U.S. junior cross-country ski scene. What followed were a string of results commensurate with her high tu...
2016-10-2835 minadminer – SkiTraxTalking With the Gravy Train – Interview with Kikkan RandallOctober 31, 2014 – In this week’s edition of Talkin’ with the Gravy Train, host Peter Graves talks with American cross-country star Kikkan Randall. Over her career, Randall has amassed 17 US Championships, ... READ MORE → 0 comments
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