Best Telemark Podcasts (2025)

1
Birkie Week 2025 25:50

3M ago25:50

25:50

Happy Birkie week everyone and welcome to episode two of The Birchcast, the official podcast of the American Birkebeiner Ski Foundation. We launched this past fall with an audio version of our Birch Scroll magazine. And now we're back with some more stories and conversations In this episode, you'll hear from a unique Birkie Champion. You'll hear Bi…

1
Absolute Telemark Podcast 2.0: Road to level 4 Telemark instructor episode 2 17:24

6M ago17:24

17:24

In this episode, Podcast 2.2 Road to level 4. We are December 12th… Skied 4 times only. Winter is not very good here. But I’ve had lot’s of fun Happy with first day. Feeling, hard to ski I'll be giving my first level 1 CANSI instructor course this week end with my mentor Denis Vezina. Very happy to do this I feel super ready but I still need to wor…

1
New Podacast Format and my Journey to become a top certified Telemark instructor 10:56

7M ago10:56

10:56

Here's a new journey. The road to my telemark instructor level 4. Cansi, the Canadian Association of Nordic Skiing Instructors have just created this top level certification. Since this cohort will be the first in Canada, I though it would be fun to share my journey along the way. This podcast will talk about each step along the way. Make sure to c…

1
Celebrating 50 Years By Starting A Podcast 53:24

7M ago53:24

53:24

Welcome to the inaugural episode of the Birchcast - the Official Podcast of the American Birkebiener Ski Foundation and the Birkie Ski. Run. Bike. Live lifestyle. For the pasts 50 years, the American Birkiebiener has been an instrumental part of growing the sport of cross county skiing in North America and the world. As the birthplace of the Worldl…

1
Doug Stoup: The Iceman 52:31

1y ago52:31

52:31

From playing NCAA soccer to a successful modeling and acting career to being the top polar explorer of his time, Doug Stoup is an enigma. Host Adam Howard recently journeyed to Antarctica with Stoup, and their conversation ranges from Doug’s personal training of A-list Hollywood actors to near death experiences; adventures with Doug Coombs; and tak…

1
Tele Mike Russell: You Cannot Be What You Cannot See 48:07

1y ago48:07

48:07

Tele Mike Russell grew up as a sharecropper’s son in Delaware, before attending college and becoming an executive in the pharmaceutical industry. Then he watched the second plane hit the World Trade Center and decided he’d better follow another path, this one to skiing in Colorado, where he’d go on to find a family in the National Brotherhood of Sk…

1
Eric Blehm: Meet Your Heroes 48:05

1+ y ago48:05

48:05

When Craig Kelly died in 2003, the world of snowboarding was devastated. Twenty years later, New York Times best-selling author Eric Blehm returned to the site of Kelly’s death, to uncover the true story of what happened in the avalanche that killed the legendary snowboarder and six backcountry skiers in British Columbia’s Selkirk Mountains. Blehm’…

1
Episode #191 - LIFE TOOLS ADVENTURE OUTFITTERS | The Origins of Midwest Telefest 1:13:59

1+ y ago1:13:59

1:13:59

On this week's podcast I sit down for a conversation with the founding members of Midwest Telefest that included the owners, employees, and friends of Life Tools Adventure Outfitters. The Co-op turned outdoor shop was a hub for Telemark equipment in the Green Bay, WI area for many years and helped bring awareness to the great Telemark turn. Midwest…

1
Episode #190 - Mike Kaz | Ski Industry Rep, Specialty Retail Shop Buyer, & Artist 1:33:17

1+ y ago1:33:17

1:33:17

Today’s guest has been in the Snowsports industry for nearly 30 years. He has worked in various retail positions along with working as a rep for such brands as Karhu, Dynafit, and more. We had a great discussion about where Telemark has been and where it’s headed, where specialty retail might be going in the future, shifts in manufacturing, and why…

1
Episode #189 | Andy Jacobsen - OG Telemark Freeskier, Competitor & Powderwhore 1:27:17

1+ y ago1:27:17

1:27:17

Andy Jacobsen has been a friend of mine for 20+ years and is a Telemark skier that I’ve always respected for his great style, backcountry proficiency, and determined and skillful competition skiing. He was always a top performer in the early Telemark Freeski competitions during the early to mid-2000s and graced the big screen not only in the early …

1
#188 - - Drew Nylen | ACMG Apprentice Ski Guide & Canadian Avalanche Forecaster 1:14:18

1+ y ago1:14:18

1:14:18

Drew Nylen lives in northern British Columbia, on the Alaskan border, in a town of 300 people. His interest for Telemark skiing began in his youth when he started working at his local gear shop and was able to get his first freeheel setup. He’s an ACMG apprentice ski guide who will be taking his full ski exam in April. His extensive guiding has tak…

1
Chris Davenport: Plugged-In To The Mountains 54:36

1+ y ago54:36

54:36

In the skiing universe, Chris Davenport is a household name. His notoriety is due in part to the many facets of the sport upon which he’s had a lasting impact. He raced for New Hampshire’s Holderness Academy and the University of Colorado before transitioning to freeskiing and winning world championships in 1996 and 2001. He became one of the first…

1
#187 - World Telemark Day 2024 16:10

1+ y ago16:10

16:10

World Telemark Day Celebrates 10 Years For Telemark skiers from around the world the 1st Saturday in March is a special day, it’s always World Telemark Day (WTD). This international celebration takes place this 2023-24 winter season on Saturday March 2nd, 2024 and marks one decade since its inception. “As a Telemark skier myself I saw how great the…

1
Ellen Bradley: The Original Storytellers 58:19

1+ y ago58:19

58:19

Tlingit skier Ellen Bradley is an advocate, athlete, scientist and storyteller. Fierce and thoughtful, she defies the narrative that wild Alaska is there only to be conquered by heli operations and other extractive industries. She loves to slide on snow, and wants more Indigenous people to share in her joy. Born and raised in the Seattle area, Brad…

1
#186 - Giving The Gift of Telemark Skiing to Friends & Family 40:35

1+ y ago40:35

40:35

The other day I had the opportunity to teach a friend how to Telemark ski for the first time. I absolutely love sharing the turn with my friends but it’s been awhile since I’ve gone out with someone that has never made drop-knee turns before and starting from scratch. It reminded me of of things that I wanted to share with you as we head into this …

1
Jeremy Jones: The Art of Schralpinism 51:34

1+ y ago51:34

51:34

From a distance, Jeremy Jones’s career looks impossible. He is, after all, a pro snowboarder, entrepreneur, activist, filmmaker and author. Does he ever sleep? Nevermind that he’s also a husband, father and active community member in Truckee, California. Somehow, he still manages to snowboard around 200 days a year. The founder of Jones Snowboards …

1
#185 - Top Five Fitness Tips For The Telemark Season with Kate Galliett 44:56

1+ y ago44:56

44:56

Todays podcast is all about fitness and some of the important ways you can keep you body healthy and strong during the Telemark ski season. Kate Galliett and I discuss five important tips that range from diet and warm-ups to joints and apres-ski. Kate Galliett has been a Personal Trainer and Coach for 22 years. She earned a Bachelor of Science Degr…

1
#184 - TOP Telemark FAQs of 2023 36:34

1+ y ago36:34

36:34

Every year we get so many voicemails, emails, DMs, and the like regarding Telemark skiing. A lot of these questions are the same because there’s generally a lack of information online or people have a hard time finding the answers they need. So today I thought I’d put together my top list of FREQUENTLY ASKED TELEMARK QUESTIONS IN 2023 and see if I …

1
#183 - Cody Smith | Lipstick Films (2006-2007) 1:00:56

1+ y ago1:00:56

1:00:56

This week I talk to me good buddy Cody Smith. Cody grew up near Aspen, Colorado where he started skiing at a young age as well as Telemark skiing. He attended the Colorado Rocky Mountain School and was a part of the school Telemark team. Following high school he filmed with Falling Forward Films, competed, and then eventually started Lipstick Films…

1
#182 - Five Fun Telemark Skiing History Facts 26:47

1+ y ago26:47

26:47

You all know how much I love the history of Telemark skiing and that's one of the big reasons I started the podcast. In Today's episode I talk about 5 fun Telemark history facts that I've always thought were important to the rich history of the turn. This episode is especially good for new Telemark skiers and those that may not know much about the …

1
Episode #181 | Three Top Reasons Telemark Skiing Struggles To Grow 52:39

1+ y ago52:39

52:39

There’s been some things that have gone down lately that really got me thinking about the current state of Telemark and where I think it’s heading in the next few years and beyond. At first these things that happened seemed like incidents that didn’t have much to do with each other, but as I started thinking more and more about them the connections…

1
Episode #180 | Richard Schürf of Freeheeler.eu 39:52

1+ y ago39:52

39:52

This week I speak with my good friend Richard Schürf. He grew up in Munich, Germany and was introduced to Telemark skiing through Paul Parker and Yvon Chouinard while he was working for Patagonia in the 1980s. He's had a long career as a distributor for iconic Telemark brands like Karhu as well as many others. These days he runs a successful Telema…

1
Episode #179 | Mailbag Episode #14 with Josh Madsen 34:31

1+ y ago34:31

34:31

This week on the podcast I'm digging into my deep mailbag to answer a few questions from listeners. If you want a question or thought to be considered for a Mailbag Episode, please send in your thoughts, questions, hate mail, etc. to [email protected]. Our weekly e-mail newsletter is a great way to stay in contact with all of our content, ev…

1
Episode #178 | Craig Dostie Telemark Skiing in Argentina 43:00

1+ y ago43:00

43:00

This week Craig and I sit down and catch up about his recent trip to Bariloche, Argentina. We discuss hanging out with Diana Rivera from We Telemark, teaching kids to Telemark in South America, and where are the best spots to go when you visit there. Sign-up for the mailing list: https://bit.ly/FHLMailingList Connect with Josh and the Freeheel Life…

1
Jordan Campbell: Big Mountains and Broken Heroes 59:19

1+ y ago59:19

59:19

Jordan Campbell’s relationship with Backcountry spans more than two decades. He published his first story in the magazine—about a ski expedition to Eastern Tibet—in 2002. Throughout the course of his career, Campbell has worked for some of the biggest names in the outdoor industry, including Jagged Edge, The North Face and Marmot. During that time,…

1
S4E18 - The Season Finale, A few Good Tele Guys 46:04

1+ y ago46:04

46:04

In this season finale, Morgs and Rich dig deep into the numbers, embarking on a quest to settle a burning question: Was this the worst Australian winter season in the history of skiing? Armed with data from the trusty Spencers Creek snow gauge, they unravel the season's snowfall secrets. But it's not all serious business! Get ready for a melodious …

1
#177 - Keith Opperman | Midwest Tele Fest 2024 51:14

1+ y ago51:14

51:14

Today's podcast is with my good friend Keith Opperman. He is the the Midwest Tele Fest Organizer an annual event that will take place on February 9-11th, 2024 at the Porcupine State Park Ski Area in the Upper Penninsula of Michigan. We discuss the upcoming event details, Keith's latest move to make the festival a 501c3 non-profit entity, Telemark s…

1
Biff America: Beer is Great, God is Good, People are Crazy 48:41

1+ y ago48:41

48:41

Jeffrey Bergeron, aka Biff America, has spent the last 50 years living in the mountains, mainly in Breckenridge, Colorado. Yet his signature accent and brash personality—rooted in the South Shore of Massachusetts—are as rich as they were the day he moved west. Likewise, his sharp and self-deprecating sense of humor is evident through his writing an…

1
#176 - Welcome Back Freeheel Lifers 36:40

1+ y ago36:40

36:40

It's time to fire up the podcast again as we head into the 2023-24 Telemark season. Thanks for the wonderful break over the summer! I'm psyched to get back and talk your ears off about what we have going on at Freeheel Life along with a little history, equipment banter, etc. Today I just want to catch you up on some changes this year, re-focusing o…

1
Hadley Hammer: Love, Loss and Light 50:29

1+ y ago50:29

50:29

Hadley Hammer might just have the best name in backcountry skiing. Despite growing up in Jackson Hole, however, her path to becoming a professional skier did not follow a linear track. She dabbled in ski racing, figure skating, cross country skiing and other sports before deciding to pursue competitive freeskiing. Her career got off to a rocky star…

1
S4E17 - Heading to the Main Range, live from the Landcruiser studio 30:13

1+ y ago30:13

30:13

Buckle up, folks! On this exhilarating episode of "Those Tele Guys," we're bringing you along for the ride, literally. Join us as we hit the road in Morgan's trusty Toyota Landcruiser, the ultimate adventure machine, en route to a day of epic backcountry skiing in the breathtaking Main Range. It's an audio experience like no other as we chat gear, …

1
S4E16 - Alternative adventures with Greg Hill 40:12

1+ y ago40:12

40:12

Prepare for an immersive journey into the world of ski mountaineering alongside the remarkable Greg Hill. From awe inspiring descents to record breaking feats, Greg has truly made some remarkable achievements. Join us as we delve into his incredible odyssey, from planting trees in the backcountry to ascending and skiing over two million feet in a y…

1
S4E15 - Is a 2024 season pass worth it? 46:16

1+ y ago46:16

46:16

In this week's episode of "Those Tele Guys," Morgs and Rich channel their inner Neo from the Matrix as they face a pivotal decision for the 2024 ski season: to buy or not to buy the 'Epic Australia Pass' for $1000. Will they take the blue pill and embark on a winter of resort skiing, carving down the slopes with Pete the Snow Dragon? Or opt for the…

1
S4E14 - Allen and Mike's really cool tips 43:17

1+ y ago43:17

43:17

In this episode, we're talking about essential telemark skiing tips with a touch of randomness and a lot of fun! We've fired up the random number generator to select some golden nuggets of wisdom from the classic book, "Allen & Mike's Really Cool Telemark Tips." Originally published in 1998, this book has been a staple for telemark enthusiasts, and…

1
S4E13 - Telemarkers Telemarketing 46:50

1+ y ago46:50

46:50

Welcome to episode 13 of our podcast! In this episode, we have some exciting segments for you. Firstly, we will be reading some interesting messages sent in by our esteemed listeners. Secondly, we have a brand new segment called "Telemarketers Telemarketing," where we'll be making a prank call and sharing the hilarious conversation with you. Lastly…

1
S4E12 - Bishop Telemark with Dave Bombard 46:13

2y ago46:13

46:13

In this exciting episode, we talk telemark skiing with a special guest who knows the industry inside out. Join us as we sit down with Dave Bombard, the mastermind behind Bishop Telemark, to explore his journey from discovering free heel skiing for the first time to becoming a mechanical product design engineer, and eventually, designing one of the …

1
E4E11 - Tele Colo with CJ Coccia 52:36

2y ago52:36

52:36

Get ready to dive into the world of telemark skiing as "Those Tele Guys" present a captivating interview with CJ Coccia, the lead behind TELE COLO. Hailing from New Smyrna Beach, FL, CJ's journey took him from surf swells and skateboards to the snowy slopes of Colorado, where he discovered the enchanting art of the telemark turn that would eventual…

1
S4E10 - The Mid Season Review 47:48

2y ago47:48

47:48

Get ready for an eye-opening episode as "Those Tele Guys" bring you an unexpected mid-season review! In this unique edition, hosts Morgs and Rich delve into the rollercoaster of a winter they've been experiencing, with a twist of unanticipated warmth that has left the snow base feeling more like spring than mid-season. Join them as they discuss the…

1
S4E9 - Australian Winter Olympian, Phillip Bellingham 38:09

2y ago38:09

38:09

In Episode 9 of "Those Tele Guys," we have the privilege of sitting down with the remarkable Australian XC skier, Philip Bellingham. His journey in skiing began at a young ago growing up in the picturesque town of Bogong near Falls Creek. From winning his first national title to competing in three Winter Olympics, including Sochi, Pyeongchang, and …

1
S4E8 - Boot Banter 45:52

2y ago45:52

45:52

In Episode 8 of "Those Tele Guys," Morgs and Rich embark on a lively discussion about their telemark skiing journey across the 75mm and NTN platforms, exploring the diverse range of boots they have used over the years. From classic designs to cutting-edge technology, they delve into the nuances of different telemark boots, sharing personal anecdote…

1
S4E7 - Messages from the listeners 39:46

2y ago39:46

39:46

In this episode of "Those Tele Guys," we take a moment to connect with our wonderful listeners and bring their messages to the forefront. We start by discussing the current ski conditions, where sunny days and icy slopes challenge even the best of us. However, things take a turn when Rich finds himself caught in a surface hoar trance, providing som…

1
S4E6 - Over This Backbone with Ya Reeves 55:50

2y ago55:50

55:50

Join us in this captivating episode of "Those Tele Guys" as we sit down with Ya Reeves, an outdoor and environmental educator, author, and telemark skier from far East Gippsland. In this episode, our conversation revolves around Ya Reeves' debut novel, "Over This Backbone." The book explores the hidden truths we bury, revealing the moments when "I'…

1
S4E5 - Fishing in the local pond with J.T. Robinson 57:50

2y ago57:50

57:50

Join us in Season 4, Episode 5 of "Those Tele Guys" as we "go fishing in the local pond" with J.T. Robinson, a professional telemark skier renowned for his backcountry expertise. In this episode, we dive into J.T.'s personal journey of how he discovered telemark skiing and the experiences that shaped his career. From his high-flying days as a pro b…

1
S4E4 - How to drive to the snow 39:46

2y ago39:46

39:46

Join Morgs and Rich in Season 4, Episode 4 of "Those Tele Guys" as they share their invaluable insights on driving to the snow. In this episode, they delve into the important topic of fitting chains, providing "expert" advice on proper installation techniques, troubleshooting common issues, and ensuring traction on icy roads. With their own experie…

1
S4E3 - The Winter Events Calendar 33:36

2y ago33:36

33:36

Join Morgs and Rich in Season 4, Episode 3 of "Those Tele Guys" as they explore the diverse and enchanting world of winter events at ski resorts. In this episode, they shine a spotlight on the captivating backcountry events, the grace and beauty of Nordic skiing, and the unique novelty events that add a touch of fun to the snowy season. From exhila…

1
S4E2 - Telemark Tribute, inspired by AI 37:57

2y ago37:57

37:57

In this hilarious and creative episode of "Those Tele Guys," Morgs and Rich take on the challenge of using AI to generate parody songs for telemark skiing. While the AI's attempts may have missed the mark, it sparked an inspired idea for our hosts to finish a song that Chat GPT started. Get ready for a memorable parody of the classic rock song"Trib…

1
S4E1 - A below average seasonal outlook 31:11

2y ago31:11

31:11

Welcome back to "Those Tele Guys" with Morgs and Rich! In this exciting Season 4 premiere, we dive into the much-anticipated seasonal outlook for winter in the Australian Alps. As telemark skiing enthusiasts and lovers of the Australian alpine region, we're here to share all the insights, predictions, and excitement surrounding the upcoming ski sea…

1
#175 - Paul Flück | Telemark Only Festival 52:53

2y ago52:53

52:53

Paul Flück started Telemark skiing back in 1989 and has been involved with everything from retail, to event management, marketing, and more. During the 2014-15 season he came up with a way to rent out the entire ski area of Schilthorn Piz-Gloria and create an on-hill experience called Telemark Only, where only Telemark skiers are allowed on the mou…

1
#174 - Jakob Schiller | Journalist & Gear Tester 1:11:07

2y ago1:11:07

1:11:07

Jakob Schiller is from New Mexico where he grew up and went to school. As a high schooler, and when the snow was lousy at his local resort, he used to pull out a pair of 210 cm Tua skis mounted with flimsy Voile telemark bindings and then strap on a pair of thrift shop leather telemark boots. This is how he got started in Telemark skiing many years…

1
#173 - Mailbag Episode #13 54:01

2y ago54:01

54:01

As we start nearing the end of another killer Telemark season I wanted to do a little clean-up in the mail department. Today I'm answering more of your questions regarding Telemark skiing in Mailbag Episode #13. Sign-up for the mailing list: https://bit.ly/FHLMailingList Connect with Josh and the Freeheel Life Family Josh on Instagram, Facebook, an…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Telemark Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide