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Beyond the News WFLA InterviewsBen Groen - Barefoot Waterski NationalsWater skiing doesn't always require skis. We talk with champion barefoot waterskier and coach Ben Groen about the Barefoot Waterski Nationals taking place July 30 - August 2nd in Auburndale, FL.2025-07-2905 min
Minneapolis Local PulseAquatennial Art Grants, Waterski Shows, and Local Music Scenes: Your Minneapolis UpdateGood morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Thursday, July 10th. We begin today with a developing story from city hall. Minneapolis has just awarded seven hundred thousand dollars in arts and culture grants, funding sixty-five projects across the city’s seven designated cultural districts. Mayor Jacob Frey says these projects highlight our city’s creativity and commitment to the arts, from public murals on Franklin Avenue to live performances on West Broadway. It’s a major boost for local artists and community organizers, and you’ll spot new exhibits and festivals popping up all summer in neighborhoods like East Lake Str...2025-07-1003 min
Grab Matters PodcastFreddie Winter, Joel Poland, Brooks Wilson | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 84Freddie and Joel both just won masters, so you know we’re talking about that, but we’re also getting into a bunch of other topics. Like how to make money waterskiing, trick skiing scoring/trick values, who we think has the most “on water” time, waterski media and how it compares to wakeboard media, social media/influencers values to brands, onlyfans, and a whole lot more. Plus, the guys rip smelling salts to start the pod, and eat a Malort candy midway through. Hear all this and much more in Episode 84 of the Grab Matters Podcast!Follow J...2025-06-032h 39
Breakfast Ashburton with Luke HowdenEA Networks School Holidays and Waterski Nationals - Richard WoodRichard Wood was in to talk school holiday excitement at the EA Networks Centre, and to fill us in on the Waterski Nationals still being held in Mid Canterbury this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2025-04-1404 min
Amsterdammerschap40 - Roger Pop, wereldkampioen para-waterskiLINK NAAR CROWDFUNDINGPAGINA ROGER POPBij een deelname aan het wereldkampioenschap para-waterski in Australië komen de nodige kosten kijken. Hierom is Roger Pop een crowdfundingcampagne gestart. Om hem te helpen zijn wereldtitel te prolongeren kan je een bijdrage leveren via onderstaande link. https://gofund.me/d3ada083In aflevering 40 van de podcast Amsterdammerschap neemt Thomas plaats aan de keukentafel van wereldkampioen para-waterskiën Roger Pop. Op zijn 27ste raakte Pop verlamd aan zijn onderlijf na een val van een balkon van zes hoog. Zes maanden coma volgden na dit ongeluk. He...2025-02-2650 min
Creative Spirits Unleashed#81 Chris Heron: The Path to Balance and Well-BeingMy guest for this episode of the podcast is Chris Heron, who is the Director and Head Coach of Waterski and Wakeboard Scotland. Not only is he a coach, he is also the 3 time Scottish National Waterski Champion. This podcast happened because I just happened to open an email that came in through my contact form on my website. Nine times out of ten, those emails are junk solicitations. In this case, it was members of Chris’s waterski team reaching out to say that they were fans of the podcast and thought he would be a...2025-02-071h 54
The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast63. Part 1: Saying Yes to Life: Jon Thurston’s Inspirational JourneyIn this powerful episode of The Dwayne Kerrigan Podcast, host Dwayne Kerrigan sits down with Paralympic bronze medalist Jon Thurston to discuss his extraordinary journey of resilience and determination.Jon Thurston is a first-time Paralympian in wheelchair curling, with quite a list of accomplishments to date. He is a 4-time Provincial Wheelchair Curling Champion, a 3-time World Silver Medallist and a Paralympic Bronze Medallist in the sport of Wheelchair Curling. Jon is born and raised in Dunsford, Ontario. Jon has represented Team Canada since 2019, playing a pivotal role in Team Canada's recent success, including a Gold medal a...2024-12-1155 min
Grab Matters PodcastDanny Amir | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 73mDanny Amir aka Dano The Mano has been the voice of wakeboarding for a better part of 2 decades. He has been to and announced ore competitions than just about anyone else. We sit down with Dano and go over his midwest waterski roots and how he found himself living in Florida and getting into the announcing game. Living with Australians, riding OWC late at night, wake restrictions, his dad not liking wakeboarding, Feet On Fire, Twin Lakes Cornfest, The Golden Mic Podcast, Lake Lovers Club, life jackets, shoe skiing, and Dano’s list of his favorite watersports. Hear all th...2024-12-033h 45
Grab Matters PodcastBrooks Wilson | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 65Brooks Wilson was the brand manager of one of the biggest waterski brands in the industry, Radar. We sit down and talk with Brooks about his recent decision to leave that position and venture out on his own to start a business here in Florida. Before Brooks worked for Radar, he was a professional waterskier and has had a tremendous impact on waterskiing, and watersports as a whole. From basically learning to ski with legend Wade Cox to coaching at The Boarding School alongside industry icon Travis Moye, among others. Winching on a waterski, Wilson Bros, contests vs freeskiing...2024-09-102h 51
Ann Kroeker, Writing CoachLet Life Inspire Your Next Great Piece
“The best advice I can give you to help you grow as a writer is to experience life.”
We came to hear about queries and proposals. We wanted to learn how this speaker organized submissions and kept track of contact information.
But at this breakout session at this writers’ conference, she insisted:
“I know you think your writing career is all about composing articles and books, but you have to be able to say something. Both fiction and nonfiction writers need material, so get out there and live life—take risks!”
The Power of Ris...2024-07-0504 min
Grab Matters PodcastFreddie Winter | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 57Freddie Winter is one of the best slalom waterskiers in the world, and isn't afraid to stand up for what is right within the sport. Having put his money where his mouth is when it comes to a unified Pro Tour, Freddie is doing a lot for the sport both on the water and behind the scenes. Growing up skiing at Thorpe Lakes in the U.K., Freddie was ecstatic to ski in college in America, and continued to progress his skiing until he became one of slaloms best competitors. Nerdy waterskiers, getting banned from the Masters, the best...2024-07-022h 11
Grab Matters PodcastKevco | The Grab Matters Podcast - Episode 56Kevin Michael, mostly known as “Kevco”, has been in and around the wakeboard and waterski industry for decades, helping shape the sports we know today. From working at Wakeboarding Mag during the peak years of wakeboarding, to lobbying on the steps of capitol hill, Kevco has put countless hours into turning wakeboarding and waterskiing into legitimate and respected sports. With those years helping run one of wakeboardings biggest publications comes with countless stories of shenanigans and unrivaled times celebrating some of the sports greatest icons and their achievements. Boardstock ‘96, skiboarders vs. wakeboarders, Alliance vs. Wakeboarding Mag, lobbying at congress, Randal...2024-06-252h 43
Sports Will Save Us AllScotland's Competitive Waterskiing Scene | Chris HeronIn this week’s episode, join Sasha on an exhilarating journey into the world of competitive waterskiing with the extraordinary Scottish Waterski Champion, Chris Heron. In this episode, Sasha and Chris explore the dynamic intersections of sports, community, and personal growth. From the scenic landscapes of Scotland to the adrenaline-pumping waters of international championships, Chris shares his remarkable trajectory as a standout waterskier and the driving force behind Waterski & Wakeboard Scotland. Through engaging conversation, Sasha delves into Chris's deep-rooted passion for waterskiing and his dedication to making the sport more accessible to all. From coaching high-level athletes to...2024-04-3045 min
The Water Skier Magazine’s Hit It PodcastSlalom record holder, ’23 Waterski Pro Tour champion Nate SmithTo close out the ’23 season, host Tyler Boyd talks with the world slalom record holder, Nate Smith. They recap his success on the Waterski Pro Tour, where he earned the top spot. Plus, what it will take to run 43-off, his approach in the slalom course, and Nate’s consistency amongst the best in the sport.
2023-12-0757 min
Arizona Real Estate RadioDiscover Playa Del Rey: The Waterski Lake Community in Gilbert AZWelcome to "Playa Del Rey: The Waterski Lake Community in Gilbert AZ,” a captivating oasis nestled in the heart of Gilbert. Join us on a journey through this unique waterskiing paradise and explore the many exciting features that make it a dream destination for water sports enthusiasts and homeowners.
Our adventure begins at the picturesque McQueen Park, an expansive green space that serves as the gateway to this exceptional community. The park offers a serene setting for family picnics, leisurely walks and outdoor recreation. It's the perfect place to connect with nature before diving in...2023-10-3013 min
Waterski Pro Tour Podcast2023 Season RecapJoin Marcus, Matteo, and Trent as they highlight the best moments, athletes, and storylines of the 2023 season of Waterski Pro Tour.
Thank you to Klipsch Marine for being the presenting sponsor of the Slalom Leaderboard, John K. Philips Group for being the presenting sponsor of the Jump Leaderboard, and TWBC for being the presenting sponsor of the Ski Brand Leaderboard.2023-10-0542 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastTravers Grand PrixMatteo and guest Jonathan Travers recap the action of the Travers Grand Prix, stop #14 and the last stop of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season.
Regina Jaquess takes the win with 2@10.25m (41off), followed by Canadians Whitney McClintock Rini and Jaimee Bull both with 1@10.25m, and Whitney taking second due to backup scores.
In the Men Slalom division, Freddie Winter takes the win with 1@9.75m (43off), edging out Nate Smith who scored 0.5@9.75m. Will Asher ended up third with 5@10.25m
This concludes the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour season, with Klipsch Marine providing a bonus for the top 5 slalom skiers on Tour!
The...2023-09-2637 min
Waterski Pro Tour PodcastMalbu OpenMarcus and guest Thomas Degasperi catch up and break down the action at Malibu Open, stop #13 of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season.
Jaimee Bull wins in the final with 1@10.25m (41off) after three rounds running 10.75m (39.5off). Second spot for Regina Jaquess who set a pending world record in the preliminary stages but fell short in the finals with 3@10.75m. Third spot of Allie Nicholson who also scored 3@10.75m
In the Men Slalom division, Thomas Degasperi collects his first win on Tour this season with 4@10.25m in the final round. Freddie Winter and Cole McCormick followed closely with...2023-09-1929 min
Sports Will Save Us AllWaterskiing Champ Turned Med Student | Abbi GrathwohlThis week’s guest is waterski champ Abbi Grathwohl. Abbi was the 2016 PanAmerican Slalom, Jump and Overall Champion, the 2016 USA Under-21 PanAmerican Team Member Gold Medalist, and the 2017 USA Under-21 Worlds Team Member Silver Medalist. She skied for 4 years on the D1 University of Alabama ski team, where she graduated with a degree in Biology in 2020 and come May we’re going to be calling her “Doctor” because she’s currently in her fourth year of med school! The documentary about waterskiing that Abbi and Sasha discuss during the episode is called THE UNKNOWN SPORT OF WATERSKIING...2023-09-1937 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastMasterCraft ProTrent and guest Freddiew Winter sit down for a recap of the MasterCraft Pro, stop #12 of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season.
Regina Jaquess goes two-in-a-row by securing the win in the Women Slalom division, followed by Jaimee Bull in second and Whitney McClintock Rini in third.
Back to back wins in the Men Slalom division also for Nate Smith, the only skier running the 10.25m (41off) on the weekend, followed closely by Freddie Winter in second and Dane Mechler in third.
In the Women Jump division, Hanna Straltsova brought another title home with 56.5m (185ft). Second...2023-09-1420 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastCalifornia Pro AmIn this second episode, Marcus and Matteo break down the action of California Pro Am, stop #11 of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season.
Regina Jaquess had a dominant weekend, securing the title in the Women Slalom division in the final Head-to-Head against Jaimee Bull, with Allie Nicholson placing third.
The Men Slalom division saw Nate Smith securing the first win of the season in the final against D3 Skis teammate Freddie Winter. Third place and first Waterski Pro Tour podium of the season for Joel Howley.
In the Women Jump division, Hanna Stralt...2023-08-3134 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastCalgary CupMatteo joins Joel Poland to summarize the proceedings of the MasterCraft Shootout, stop #10 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on August 4-6 at Predator Bay Waterski Club in Calgary, AB, Canada.
Whitney McClintock Rini took the win on the motherland in a tight runoff with Allie Nicholson, with both ladies running 10.75m (39.5off) in the first preliminary round. Chelsea Mills ended up in third place, stepping on the podium for the first time this season.
In the Men Slalom division, Nate Smith secured the win in the final round with 3.5@10.25m (41off), followed by Dane Mech...2023-08-1128 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastSan Gervasio Pro AmAs organizer and competitor in the event, Matteo joins Trent to chat about the San Gervasio Pro Am, stop #9 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on July 15-16 at Jolly Ski School in San Gervasio Bresciano, Italy.
Allie Nicholson scored the first win of the season by winning her first title in San Gervasio beating Alexandra Garcia in the final head-to-head. Third place went to Manon Costard over defending champion Jaimee Bull due to better losing score in the head-to-head semifinals.
In the Men Slalom division, Freddie Winter wins his fourth title in San Gervasio by be...2023-07-1926 min
delfmradioNgopi Yuk: Fajar Eka Samudera - Coach WaterskiAksi para Atlet PON XXI yang cabang Ski Air di Danau Toba minggu lalu keren banget ya Teman Del.Dibalik prestasi para atlet yang memukau, kita harus ingat ada pelatih luar biasa yang berjasa melatih mereka. So, nanti @parazsibarani dan @youtoba.id bakalan ngobrol seru barengan Coach Waterski, mas @fajar73samudra di NGOPI YUK.Dengerin ya!
2023-07-1717 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastKaiafas Battle Pro AmAnother recap episode, this time with Matteo and guest host Nate Smith, summarizing the Kaiafas Battle Pro Am, stop #8 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on July 8-9 at Kaiafas Ski Resort in Zacharo, Greece.
Jaimee Bull defended the title from last year, winning the final with 5.5@10.75m (39.5off), ahead of Syndicate teammate Allie Nicholson finishing second with 4@10.75m. In third place Manon Costard with 2@10.75m, securing the first podium of the season.
In the Men Slalom division, Nate Smith is crowned the new King of Kaiafas after winning the final round with 1@9.75m (43off). A lot of skie...2023-07-1116 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastLacanau Cup by MalibuTune in as Marcus and guest host Dane Mechler discuss the Lacanau Cup by Malibu, stop #7 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on July 1-2 at Lacanau Ski Club in Lacanau, France.
Jaimee Bull won the title with 1.5@10.25m (41off), making this the first tour win in Europe for the 2022 Waterski Pro Tour winner. Whitney McClintock Rini ended up in second spot with a very close 1@10.25 with Allie Nicholson finishing third with 4@10.75m (39.5off).
Incredible scores in the Men Slalom division, with Nate Smith bringing home the title with 1@9.75m (43off) ahead of Freddie Winter with 5@10.25m. Brando...2023-07-0534 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastMonaco Slalom CupTune in as Trent and Matteo discuss the inaugural edition of Monaco Slalom Cup, stop #6 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on June 28th at Monaco Wake & Ski in Roquebrune Sur Argens, France.
Whitney McClintock Rini won the title with 2@10.25m (41off), getting her second title in a row on the tour. Jaimee Bull ended up in second spot with 5.5@10.75m (39.5 off) and Allie Nicholson scored another podium finishing third with 3@10.75m.
In the Men Slalom division, Freddie Winter won the title in a run-off with Nate Smith. Both skiers scored 5@10.25m in the final, with F...2023-06-3022 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastDock Talk with Ali GarciaTrent sits down with Ali Garcia to discuss a breakthrough 2022 season and her discovered affinity for head to head tournament formats.
Follow the 2023 Slalom Leaderboard presented by Klipsch Marine and checkout the 2023 Ski Brand Leaderboard presented by TWBC2023-06-2117 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastLA Night JamIn this sixth episode, Trent and guest host Taylor Garcia analyze the thrilling moments of LA Night Jam, stop #5 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on June 9-10 at Bennett's Ski School in Zachary, LA.
In the Women Jump division, Hanna Straltsova grabs the first win of the year jumping 53.4m (175ft) in the dark. Aliaksandra Danisheuskaya ended in second place with 48.5m (159ft), followed closely by Valentina Gonzales with 48.0m (157ft).
In the Men Jump division, Jack Critchley stepped on the highest step of the podium with 67.8m (222ft), followed by guest host Taylor...2023-06-1512 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastLake 38 Pro AmIn this fifth episode, Trent and guest host Stevie Island discuss the intricacies and highlights of Lake 38 Pro Am, stop #4 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on June 3-4 at Lake 38 in Quincy, FL.
Whitney McClintock Rini won her first Lake 38 Pro Am title with 2@10.25m (41off), a score she also ran in both preliminary rounds. Regina Jaquess was a close second with 1.25@10.25m, and Allie Nicholson finished third with 4@10.75m (39.5 off)
In the Men Slalom division, Nate Smith won the title with 5.5@10.25m ahead of Freddie Winter with 3@10.25 and Robert Hazelwood in third with the same...2023-06-0617 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastDock Talk with Will AsherTrent sits down with 2022 Waterski Pro Tour Champion Will Asher to check in on his early season preparation and a reflection after two decades of professional water skiing.
Follow the 2023 Slalom Leaderboard presented by Klipsch Marine and checkout the 2023 Ski Brand Leaderboard presented by TWBC2023-05-2823 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastSwiss Pro SlalomIn this third episode, Marcus and Trent discuss the chain of events and provide context to the Swiss Pro Slalom, stop #3 of the 2023 Waterski Pro Tour occurred on May 7th at the Swiss Waterski Resort in Clermont, FL.
Regina Jaquess won her ninth Swiss Pro Slalom title with 2@10.25m (41off), making her undefeated in the history of this prestigious event. Whitney McClintock Rini was less than a buoy short at 1.25@10.25m, with 2022 Waterski Pro Tour Champion Jaimee Bull in third place.
In the Men Slalom division, Nate Smith defended last year's title...2023-05-0919 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastKing Of DarknessIn this second episode, Marcus and Matteo break down the action of King of Darkness, stop #2 of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season.
Whitney McClintock Rini took the win in the Women Slalom division after winning the final Head-to-Head against Regina Jaquess, with 2023 Waterski Pro Tour Champion Jaimee Bull finishing third.
The Men Slalom division saw Nate Smith securing the first win of the season in the final against the 2022 Waterski Pro Tour Champion Will Asher, with Freddie Winter rounding up the podium
In the Women Jump division, Regina took the win wi...2023-05-0831 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastSwiss Pro TricksTune in as Matteo and Trent discuss Swiss Pro Tricks, stop #1 of the Waterski Pro Tour for the 2023 season.
Erika Lang took the title in the Women Tricks division with 11030 points, followed by Anna Gay with 10530 and Neilly Ross with 9950.
In the Men Tricks division, Joel Poland took the win with 12010 points, followed by Dorien Llewellyn with 11230 and Martin Labra with 10780.
Check out the Waterski Pro Tour Leaderboard after the first event of the year!2023-04-2533 minWaterski Pro Tour PodcastWelcome to Waterski Pro Tour PodcastWelcome to the Waterski Pro Tour Podcast.
Hosted by Matteo Luzzeri, Trent Finlayson, and Marcus Brown, this new show will bring commentary, recap, and context throughout the Pro Tour season. Be ready for in-depth analyses of your favorite events and storylines about the tour as it unfolds over the season.
A big thank you to all involved in making Waterski Pro Tour what it is and what it will be.
Enjoy the show!2023-04-2400 min
Doing Business with a Servant's HeartTriumph through adversity. - Nolan Barnes - World Record holder in Disabled Water SkiingSend us a textHi, I’m Nolan Barnes. I was injured in 2010 in a motor vehicle rollover. Through this tragedy, I acquired a spinal cord injury, and I am paralyzed from the chest down. One day in the hospital, I was introduced to adaptive WaterSki. I had no idea that is trying to spot out with change my life forever. I went from barely qualifying for a team to become a Canadian and world champion. I am currently the highest-decorated Canadian water skier in history. I have also started a few small businesses where I excelled, be...2023-01-1626 min
My First SeasonParker Burke
My guest today and I worked together in Club Med Cancun in 2004/2005 with Hendel. His first season was in Club Med Sandpiper in 2004 as a Waterski G.O. Originally from Chicago and now living in Austin, Texas, please help me welcome, Parker Burke! Before Club Med, Parker obtained a degree in Business Management with a Minor in French. He even did a semester abroad in Aix-en-Provence, France in 2002 (and we never talked about this during our season in Cancun!). After Club Med, he got a Master’s degree in Hospitality & Tourism Management. You could say hospitality is in...2023-01-0951 minThe Water Skier Magazine’s Hit It PodcastFrom the Granite State to the Sunshine State with Barefoot waterski legend Keith St. OngeClass of 2023 USA Waterski and Wake Sports Hall of Fame inductee Keith St. Onge joins the Hit It podcast to talk about his legendary career.
Having racked up 14 world championships and 19 U.S. national overall titles, Keith talks about his journey from the New Hampshire to Florida, lessons learned along the path of his career, and what it was like to win a gold medal as part of Team USA in the 2022 IWWF World Water Ski Show Tournament.
2022-11-0758 minMy First SeasonSteve McClaine
My guest today and I have never met or worked together before, but we do have a “Quebec” connection that we will talk about in this interview. His first season was in Club Med Martinique in May of 1987 as a Waterski G.O. From Napa Valley, please help me welcome to the podcast, Steve McClaine!! Before Club Med, Steve attended the University of California (Berkeley) and obtained a Political Economy degree. He did not want to start using his degree just yet, so he taught skiing at Heavenly Mountain Resort in South Tahoe. One of the ski inst...2022-10-031h 01
Porch and Parish The PodcastJay Bennett, Owner of Bennett's Waterski and Wakeboard SchoolSend us a textBennett's Waterski and Wakeboard School will host LA Night Jam, Louisiana’s only Water Sports Festival and Professional Extreme Water Sports Competition and Show on Saturday, June 18. Learn more about LA Night Jam Presented by Tides Medical here: https://www.skibennetts.com/index.php/la-night-jam.htmlBennett's is widely renowned as one of the finest water sports training facilities of its kind in the world, catering to all from complete beginners to world championship competitors. Learn more about Bennett's Waterski and Wakeboard School here: https://www.skibe...2022-06-1326 minMy First SeasonBoone
My special guest today was one of those rare G.O’s that I always heard about during my time in Club Med, but sadly never got the chance to work with. He does confirm one of the stories I heard about him if it was true or not. Do you want a hint? Okay, it involves something called a “Stuntman Shot”. We did, however, finally meet at the EXGO reunion 2 in Cancun in 2008. His first season was in Club Med Sonora Bay in March of 1998 as a Waterski G.O. He only goes by one name, becaus...2022-02-281h 11
Exit The Rat Race#2 Jump to the next level of performance with 4-time world champion Waterski Jumper Ryan Dodd.Ryan Dodd is four-time world champion Waterski Jumper, who maintains the highest accomplishments within the sport of Waterskiing. Despite growing up on a farm in Canada, and overcoming a life-threatening head injury, among other setbacks, Ryan has always stayed focused on his Mission. Ryan is currently ranked #1 in the world, the current and 2 time World Champion, and World Record holder with a flight of 254 feet. Ryan was the youngest athlete to fly 230 feet and most notably was awarded Waterski Athlete of the year. In this open conversation with Daniel, you get a unique insight into the mindset and habits...2022-01-3154 min
Major InsightBalancing Biomedical Engineering, Virtual Reality, and Video GamesImagine smart prosthetics that anticipate and respond to the user. Unlocking the secrets of human balance inside virtual worlds. Or combining computer programing with genetic engineering. It may sound like science fiction. But it’s all part of the college experience for Gabe Lenneman ‘22. As a senior studying Biomedical Engineering and Bioinformatics, Gabe also competes on the waterski team and plays on the varsity eSports team. On this episode, he also talks about finding the courage to try new things, advice he would give his freshman self, and more. Featured Majors: Bioengineering, Bioinformatics Feat...2021-09-0115 min
The CabinWisconsin Water Skiing 101The Cabin is presented by the Wisconsin Counties Association and this week we’re featuring La Crosse County; https://bit.ly/3i5t20lThe Cabin is presented by Jolly Good Soda: find them at your local grocery store and follow them on social media @jollygoodsoda; http://bit.ly/DWxJollyGoodCampfire Conversation: It’s well-known that Wisconsin is the ‘Waterpark Capital of the World’. But did you know that it’s also the ‘Water Ski Show Capital of the World’?! We didn’t!But don’t worry, you’ll learn all about that, what to expect at a Wat...2021-08-0340 min
EP70: Waterski Pro TourThis episode of The Water Ski Podcast is the announcement of the launch of Waterski Pro Tour!As many of you might have heard through different interviews published in recent times, Matteo has been involved in a project aimed at redacting the former Elite Points into simpler and easier-to-understand Pro Points. This new categorization was approved by the IWWF Tournament Council, thereby sanctioning this as the new format. The next step and the major mission was to unify all these exciting tournaments under one central website and social media where to follow the feats of the best...2021-04-2713 minMy First SeasonRick Ross
My guest today and I have never worked together before, but we did meet at the EXGO Reunion in Cancun in 2008. Originally from Newport Beach, California but now lives in Atlanta, my guest had his first season in Club Med Sandpiper in 1990 as a Waterski G.O. and even drove down from Atlanta for his interview in the resort of Sandpiper itself. He tells a great story about teaching a blind woman named Kitty how to waterski and lets us know what it was like going to Club Med on vacation in the 70s as a teenager...2021-04-2640 min
We Love College WaterskiInterview #18: Women In Waterski PanelThis week on We Love College Waterski we have a special episode! Guest Host Zoe Engle (from the University of Michigan) put together a panel of some of the amazing women who lead waterski teams across the country! They talk all about their experiences joining waterski teams, their inspirations, how they've perceived waterski culture, and much much more! This is honestly my favorite episode to date, it's an hour long, but it is absolutely packed with great content, take some time, sit down, and listen to this great panel!
Participants of this panel are leaders...2021-04-1558 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #17: Developing your team with Michigan!This week on We Love College Waterski, I sat down with Zoe Engle from the University of Michigan! We talked briefly about MCWSA Winter Conference, then really got into team development. We talked about recruitment, skier coaching, developing team leadership, and how we can improve ourselves for our teams. This is one to watch carefully, and take notes for, it will definitely help your team.
You can find Michigan Waterski on Instagram: @UMich_Waterski2021-04-0842 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #16: Skiing in the Great Plains with Iowa StateThis week on We Love College Waterski, I sat down with four members of Iowa State's Waterski Team! We discussed their traditions, how they practice, and what it's like to ski in the Great Plains Conference!
You can find them on Instagram @Iowa_State_Waterski
Podcast highlights are available on Instagram: @WeLoveCollegeWaterski2021-04-0130 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #15: All Region Round Table w/ GVSU, Auburn, and Oklahoma StateThis week on We Love College Waterski, I gathered skiers from across the country to participate in a collegiate waterski round table. The Midwest representative was JP Lixie from Grand Valley State University, Emily Sampson from Auburn represented the SAC, and Luke Carnes from Oklahoma State returned to represent the South Central Region. We talked about what makes teams succeed, fundraising, practice tips, and much more!
You can find these teams on instagram:
@gv.waterski.wakeboard
@auburnwaterski
@cowboy_waterski2021-03-1931 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #14: Western Washington WaterskiThis week on We Love College Waterski I talked to Kamille from Western Washington. We talked all about her skiing career, what it's like to ski for her team, and the plans for the recently cancelled NCWSA Nationals that WWU and Purdue University were going to host.
You can find their team on instagram: @WesternWaterski2021-03-1137 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #13 More Team Traditions with Michigan State WaterskiThis week on We Love College Waterski, I sat down with Jacob Murphy and Drew Phelan from Michigan State's Waterski Team! We talked about fundraisers, team traditions, hosting tournaments, and much more!
You can find them on Instagram: @MSUWaterski2021-03-0426 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #12: Fostering the Ski Community with Western MichiganThis week on We Love College Waterski, I sat down with three members of the Western Michigan Waterski Team! We talked all about how their team runs, their favorite events, and some of their more unique traditions!
You can find their team on instagram @WMU_Ski
Podcast highlights can be found on the WLCW instagram page: @WeLoveCollegeWaterski2021-02-2532 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #11: Talking All Things Ski with Dorien LlewellynThis week on "We Love College Waterski" I talked to Dorien Llewellyn, who at the time of recording was the NUMBER 1 Overall Skier in the world! We talked about anything and everything skiing related. There is a lot covered in this interview, so please check out the time stamps if you do not have the time to watch the full hour interview:
You can find Dorien on Instagram @Dorienllewellyn
Time Stamps:
Introduction: 0:00 – 1:53
Starting Skiing: 1:56 – 4:35
Hockey, Lacrosse, and Other Sports: 4:36 – 7:09
Potential Growth of Waters...2021-02-1859 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #9: Connelly U (Connelly Watersports)This week on "We Love College Waterski" I talked to Collin Spradlin from Connelly Watersports! We discussed skis, college programs, and possible future events for waterski as a sport!
You can find their team on Instagram: @ConnellySkis2021-02-0424 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #8: Kick Starting a team with Oklahoma State!This week on We Love College Waterski I talked to Luke Carnes, a recent alumni and founder of Oklahoma State's Waterski team. We discussed the challenges that come with starting a new team on campus, conflict with wakeboarders, and what it is like to be a new team in the NCWSA!
You can find their team on instagram: @Cowboy_Waterski2021-01-2848 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #6 Hosts of the 2019 Collegiate Nationals: Cal Poly Waterski TeamThis week I sat down with KJ Miller from Cal Poly's Waterski Team. We talked about her Olympic Snow Ski aspirations, a return to waterskiing in college, the work that went into hosting a collegiate nationals, and much more!
Find Cal Poly on instagram: @CPWaterski2021-01-1448 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #5 RUSH SKI with The Ohio State BuckeyesThis week I am joined by 8 members of the Ohio State Waterski Team: Annie Schindler, Claudia Matthews, Matt Duncan, Cate Ziegler, Nate Farwick, Xander Bard, Gerard Polli, and Jacob Gerken. We talked about what it's like to be on a waterski team your first year, goal setting, and some of the great memories that they all have from waterski!
Find their team on instagram at: @OSUWaterski2021-01-0738 minWe Love College WaterskiInterview #2 Indiana University Waterski and Wakeboard TeamThis week I interviewed Sophia Funke and Alexa Baum, from the Indiana University Waterski & Wakeboard Team. We talk about how they started skiing, how their team is set up, their journey to Midwest Regionals, and more!
Follow them on instagram: @WaterskiIndiana2020-12-1722 minWe Love College WaterskiWe Love College Waterski Podcast TrailerAt the end of every interview, I ask my guests why they love collegiate waterski. These are their answers.2020-12-1701 min
EP53: Ski Talk with Greg Desfond, Waterski Nation (Part 2)Episode 53 of TWSP is the second part of Matteo's interview with Gregoire Desfond.This first part cover Greg's early exposure to a fun summertime activity called water skiing, and the much later discovery that it is a sport, and quite an exciting one. Greg's story might be quite different from most guests, but it has that underlying common factor of experiencing a sport like no other.After covering Greg's from being in skiing to become into it, in this second part we cover the genesis of Waterski Nation, some of the projects he carried out...2020-11-241h 24
EP52: Ski Talk with Greg Desfond, Waterski Nation (Part 1)Episode 52 of TWSP is the first part of Matteo's interview with Gregoire Desfond.This first part cover Greg's early exposure to a fun summertime activity called water skiing, and the much later discovery that it is a sport, and quite an exciting one. Greg's story might be quite different from most guests, but it has that underlying common factor of experiencing a sport like no other.Stick around for Part 2, where Greg will share how the Waterski Nation idea arose, where some of the initiatives his passion for water skiing brought him to, and much...2020-11-191h 14
EP51: Ski Talk with Stinne SøndergaardEpisode 51 of TWSP is with Stinne Søndergaard!Stinne is a Danish water skier, former Pro Jumper, and Team Manager for the Danish Waterski FederationJoin the conversation as Matteo asks Stinne about her early days in skiing, the quick progression she had to the top, her decision to go to college in the US, and her current role with the Danish Waterski Federation. Matteo and Stinne have known each other for almost 20 years, so a lot of this interview includes shared events, including winning the 2010 Collegiate Nationals and pursuing a Ph.D in Sport P...2020-11-111h 56
NAVIGATEThe thrills, realities, and dangers of travelling the world | Waterskiing World Champion Jacinta CarrollTravelling the world for work may sound thrilling, but the reality often has its challenges.Join world champion waterski jumper Jacinta Carroll as she speaks with NAVIGATE host and travel security expert Rodger Cook about the highs and lows of having a career that takes you all over the globe.Jacinta's talent for waterski jumping has seen her compete everywhere from Mexico to Russia since she was 15 years of age, and she now knows first-hand how important a mix of street smarts and technology is when it comes to...2020-09-1721 min
Her Spirit 50:50 What is Possible PodcastPhysical activity expert Professor Greg Whyte talks to Louise and Annie about the importance of being active, his amazing challenges for Comic and Sport Relief and doing more today than you did yesterday is a great way to get the best out of yourself.In this twenty first episode of the season of the Her Spirit podcast BBC Breakfast presenter Louise Minchin and BBC Triathlon presenter Annie Emmerson talk to Professor Greg Whyte. Greg Whyte was awarded an OBE in 2014 for his services to Sport, Sport Science & Charity, and was voted as one of the Top 10 Science Communicators in the UK by the British Science Council. Greg is an Olympian in modern pentathlon, and is a European and World Championship medalist. He is an expert in the field of sports and exercise science. Graduating from Brunel University, he furthered his studies w...2020-08-181h 04
Unhurried MomentsHolding on and target fixationI tell my own story of learning to waterski and share some research on the perils of single mindedness
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Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/unhurried-moments/message2020-06-2904 min
EP39: Ski Talk with Trent Finlayson (Part 2)This is the second part of Matteo's interview with Trent Finlayson. Trent is a pro skier, among the most respected slalom coaches in the scene, and was an integral part of WaterSki Mag for over a decade. Trent is also the current Senior World and Pan-Am Champion! Join in as Matteo and Trent discuss:Trent's move from Louisiana to Texas and his experiences in FloridaTrent's early days in the Pro TourWater Ski Magazine and Trent's years thereThe strange co-occurrence of being a fan of and a competitor in water skiingThe story of Trent's WaterSki Mag coverThe...2020-06-091h 36
The Barry Bullock HourEpisode 035 - "You Can Lead A Horse To Water But You Can't Teach It To Waterski"It's a special #BarryBullockHour, as we're all recording FROM HOME. That's right, from our three home studios we take this podcast ONLINE. Well, it's always been online. You get the picture...
Despite being remote, it's a cracking episode. We cover the return of sports, and the subject quickly turns to how to fix the most contentious day on the sporting calendar: the Melbourne Cup. And boy, do we fix it!
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2020-06-0340 min
Mary Wanless - Ride With Your MindEp. 14 On how you might have to give up what you think is control in order to find real control.Send us your feedback!Your instincts can easily lead you astray when riding, wether that’s pushing hard into the stirrups, ‘popping up’, or growing too tall. These are all symptoms of the ‘Landau Response’, which defines many rider’s instinctive reaction to a ‘Yikes!’ moment, and also to downward transitions. This podcast offers more distinctions about feeling and controlling the movement of your seat bones, and riding walk to halt transitions without falling prey to the ‘waterski/motorboat’ syndrome.2020-05-3121 min
Conversations in IsolationFletcher- Junior Barefoot Waterski ChampionFletcher Ball, Junior Barefoot Waterski Champion talks to us about the way he is dealing with coronavirus and the effects it’s had on his sport.
You can find the transcript here.2020-05-2309 min
EP34: The Waterski Broadcasting CompanyEpisode 34 is with Tony Lightfoot, John Waldron, and Vincent Stadlbaur, who together are The Waterski Broadcasting Company.In this episode Matteo probes them to talk about the past, present, and future of water ski webcasting, which inevitably touched on how video can promote the sport of water skiing.Follow Tony, John, Vino, and The Waterski Broadcasting Company on Instagram, and check out their impressive archive on YouTube. This episode is brought to you by the FlowPoint Method, a revolutionary and holist approach to water skiing created by Jenny LaBaw and Marcus Brown.Learn...2020-05-121h 22
EP33: Ski Talk with Vincent StadlbaurThis Ski Talk episode of The Water Ski Podcast is with Vincent Stadlbaur!Vincent is a Swiss skier who currently resides in Clermont, FL. However, calling "Vino" simply a skier is reductive. Internationally ranked driver, webcast producer, photographer… Vino is a bit of a Leonardo Da Vinci, a true ambassador of water skiing worldwide.Join Vincent and Matteo as they cover:Vincent's early days in the sport as part of a 3rd generation of skiersHow his passion for photography startedSome of Vino's first shots and the famous Asher's photo at 9.75m at Alizée Cup...2020-05-091h 28
BFR RadioBFR - Pain Relief, Performance training and a World Record with Jacinta CarrollHi there.
I hope everyone is doing well. With the current COVID-19 situation we are all in, I feel that BFR is placed really well for everyone irrespective of whether you are performing injury rehab or training for elite athletic performance. There is a lot of evidence that it is a great training tool is both of these scenarios.
This brings me to today's episode and it is over 12 months in the making. I get straight into "How you do BFR" with Jacinta Carroll. She brings a fantastic story and has multiple stories of how...2020-04-2125 min
Seattle Real Estate PodcastSelling Luxury Real Estate w/ Wes JonesOn today's podcast, we focus on selling luxury real estate with Wes Jones of Keller Williams Bellevue. There is a high likelihood you’ve heard my guest today on the radio, he’s had a ton of airtime particularly on the Ron and Don Show here in Seattle.Last year Wes closed 69 transactions for a total volume of 47 million dollars. He has sold some of the more unusual homes in the Pacific Northwest including The Denning Castle – which was a European style castle, a private waterski resort, a $16 million dollar Lake Washington Compound and a Magnolia Estate in Seat...2020-03-1742 min
VHS BanditsEp 91 "Extreme Ops"It took us a year of eating 3D Doritos and chugging Mil-Dew Cola to get us to our peak level of eXtreme but we're finally here and ready to watch Extreme Ops! There's no better way to kick off the winter season than kicking some terrorist ass while on a snowboard, while on a mountain, while on a waterski-rope, while on a bullet train! WARNING: This episode is for eXtreme VHS fans only. If you can't handle high altitude action, multiple avalanches, shotguns being referred to as rifles, and Devon Sawa stunt-butts then you can't handle EXTREME OPS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
2019-12-0257 min
Words for the DayA most powerful weaponLast night I attended a fundraiser for the ministry of a dear friend, former waterski world champion Kristi Overton Johnson. Her missive is to deliver magazines to prisons in order to give those incarcerated Gospel driven hope primarily through the inspiring stories of former inmates who have turned from their sins and now follow Jesus, as well as practical advice on how to cope with life as an inmate and how to lead a life filled with peace, joy, and love. She also has forty volunteers who write letters to those who write the ministry which provide personalized hope to...2019-10-1100 min
The Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 128: PodcastmaniaDano steps aside and puts the spotlight on other podcasts in the towed water sports industry including: Distance From Center, Flow Point Podcast, The Waterski Podcast and Talk of the Tao.2019-10-0334 min
Why? The PodcastWhy? Episode 36- Water Skiing Girl Wonder Shellie BlumShellie Blum was the first female freestyle waterski ramp jumper in the world. Yet, shortly after this incredible feat, she broke her neck attempting a record setting jump. We talked with Shellie about her incredible story, about how she got into the sport, and how she came back from such a terrible injury. Shellie has written and shared her story in the book, Waterski Girl Wonder, which is available on Amazon. For more information, check out Shellie's website.And to hear Shellie break down which Go-Go was the best waterskiier, check out our website or...2019-08-0527 min
Camp CastJuly 30 2019 - Two Times Tuesday w/ Jory Weiss, Andrew Morris and Benny GoldbergOn the pod tonight we are doing double duty! On our first segment I am joined by Jory Weiss from Camp Marimeta for Girls. During tonight's social we take a break to talk about all the great things going on at Marimeta and Menominee this summer. I also get some much needed support from Jory's brother and cousin Isaac and Brett Weiss, and CM counselor Zeke to defend Sand Lake against a verbal beat down! All was friendly after that as Jory broke down the awesome things going on at the Marimeta waterski program and shouted out some worthy...2019-07-3134 minThe Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 124 with Tommy BawselOne-of-a-kind waterski collector and seller, Tommy Bawsel, joins Dano to share tales of his grandfather’s aquaplane exploits in the 30s, 40s and 50s and how that led him to his passion.2019-07-0335 min
All Things College and Career#9 | Learn How to Make Waterskiing a Career or Start a Water Ski School with Water Ski Professionals: Katie Gray and Peter HegartyHave you ever considered becoming a professional water skier? Maybe it is currently your passion but you are wondering how to turn it into a career? In this podcast you will learn from two amazing water skiing pros who turned their passions into careers in two different ways!Meet Katie Hegarty Gray and Peter Hegarty. Siblings who grew up in a family that played together and skied together. Katie runs Maine Attraction Water Ski Show Team and 207 Water Ski School. Find out how Katie came into her career and what it takes to run these busin...2019-05-1243 minThe Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 116 with Ben Greenwood (Part 2)In the second dose of this two-part episode, Dano continues the conversation with wakeboarding’s 2005 Alliance Rider of the Year and current publisher at Bonnier (including Waterski, Wakeboarding and Boating Magazines): Ben Greenwood. The two discuss the state of print journalism, Ben’s near death experience and good 'ole Clermont, Florida.2019-03-0657 min
Comedy History 101(PT 2) History of Meatballs 4: Worst Movie Sequel Ever
We continue with Part 2 of the History of Meatballs 4. Crazy fact: the movie costarred Jack Nance - who not only played Eraserhead, but was also in almost every single David Lynch movie after the cult classic.
In a very low point in his career - Nance played the director of a failing waterski camp and shared wisecracks with Corey Feldman. And there's even more creepier trivia about Nance's time filming Meatballs 4. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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Look Hu's TalkingBold Calls, Nike, Khalil Mack, and Week 1 PicksThe start of the NFL season is finally upon us and we couldn't be more excited! Geoff and the Voice of God record from Deerhurst Resort on the site of the World Waterski Show Tournament and bring you the news (14:00), some picks (29:23), talk Khalil Mack (22:47), and hit you with some fantasy advice (37:04) for opening week! Weird Mike is offsite this week but also delivers a weird pick (20:09) to get your betting season started! Hit us up on Instagram, Twitter (@GeoffHulet, @TheFantasyVOG), and everywhere else to let us know who you're picking this week and to see how your fantasy...2018-09-0600 min
I Guess That’s Why They Call It The Elton John PodcastEpisode 18 - Elton's Anonymous Cover Versions - ft. Dana Gillespie
In his formative years as a session musician, in fact even after the recording of his third album, Elton earned some extra cash recording cover versions of the hits of the day, anonymously, for budget record labels. These long player albums retailed at around the same price as a regular single, and they would be rushed out to share the shelves with their 'legitimate' counterparts. Until the record labels worked out that they could make money by making compilations out of the actual recordings, these records sold in their millions.
For years, these records sat at the back of...2018-07-3055 minThe Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 100, the Milestone, with Erik Ruck, Kevin Michael and Anthony MonacoEpisode 100 of the Golden Mic Podcast is here and Dano welcomes back Erik Ruck and Kevin Michael, along with first timer Anthony “the Shoe King” Monaco. Long before the Mano started announcing the biggest events in towed watersports worldwide, he was a member of the Aquanut Waterski Show Team in Wisconsin along with all three guests. The boys have been friends for more than 25 years and are still working hard within the industry. For this milestone episode, the guys turn the table on Dano -- getting the info. the fans want to hear, directly from the Mano himself!2018-07-131h 03The Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 97 with Ron ScarpaFinally, the greatest of all time...the true living legend, many time barefoot World Champion, X Games gold medalist and Hall of Famer, the Raging Bull--Ron Scarpa--sits down with Dano on The Golden Mic Podcast for Ron's first interview in over a decade. Ron tells Dano about his unsuspecting journey in towed watersports, moving from Miami to Central Florida, inspired by the skiers of Cypress Gardens. He talks about his path to the top of the barefoot waterski world and transcending into national media through his coverage in mainstream magazines & television commercials. Ron also agrees to a Feet on Fire en...2018-05-231h 11The Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 91 With Daniel WatkinsAustralian Hall of Fame waterman extraordinaire and one of the original faces of the Aussie wake scene, Daniel Watkins joins Dano the Mano on episode 91. Recorded from the WSIA Summit in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the two former roommates reminisice about the old days, and explore Watkins' journey from a young waterski enthusiast to Sea World’s Male “Skier of the Year.” He was one of the main riders who shaped and helped progress wakeboarding through 2010 before retiring to Australia, where he now owns and operates his own wake park facility.2018-03-211h 09
Patrick Lalley ShowGene Burrish: Sioux Fallsian is the Senior National Barefoot Waterski ChampionGene Burrish recently won the national barefoot waterski championship in the senior division. Interviewed on The Patrick Lalley Show, Sept. 1, 2017.2017-09-0309 min
Quite ExcellentQuite Excellent Episode 001 - Introduction to PoetryIntroduction to PoetryBY BILLY COLLINSI ask them to take a poem and hold it up to the light like a color slide or press an ear against its hive. I say drop a mouse into a poem and watch him probe his way out, or walk inside the poem’s room and feel the walls for a light switch. I want them to waterski across the surface of a poem waving at the author’s name on the shore. But...2017-08-1205 min
Boat RadioBob’s No Wake Zone – Waterski Girl Wonder, Big Thunder Marine & Lake Race 2017Shellie Blum chats to Bob about her life as a performance waterskier and about her autobiography, Waterski Girl Wonder.
The DownAlert PSD is a new device designed to give you increased visibility in the water when taking part in watersports. Denise Pitlyk explains how it works.
Jeremy Anderson from Big Thunder Marine at Glencove Marina talks about this year’s Festival of Speed and Brett Manire from the Performance Boat Centre in Osage Beach joins Bob to discuss Lake Race 2017.
Bob’s No Wake Zone is your number one source for great guests and information about brand new marine leis...2017-06-0747 min
The Powell MovementTPM Episode 19: Shane Bonifay, Pro WakeboarderShane Bonifay has been a professional wakeboarder for 21 of his 33 years. From bringing closed toe set ups to the masses, to wake-pants, to acting as the driving force behind the ‘Pointless Crew’ Shane has done a lot over his 21 years of being a pro and shares the best and worst on the podcast Shane Bonifay Show Notes :10: The hit and run saga 8:05: Photo shoot for Liquid Force 9:39: Growing up in Lake Alfred, FL , his parents, waterskiing babies and Cypress Gardens 12:28: Competing in three event and then getting a boat and...2017-05-2251 minThe Golden Mic PodcastEpisode 62 With Matthew Oberholtz & Connor PoggettoOn this 62nd episode of the podcast Dano welcomes Disabled Waterski Legend Matthew Oberholtz and the Current Reigning and Defending Overall Seated Waterski World Champion Connor Poggetto. Plus an “Audio Montage” from the 2016 OWC Slider Spectacular!2017-03-151h 03