'The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy' w/ McKenna Peterson & Jed Yeiser (Blister Book Club)

Today we’re talking about the ski industry, ski manufacturing, and sustainability in general, and Atomic’s own historical and quite recent initiatives, including their new annual Impact Statement they released today. Last week Jonathan was at Atomic’s headquarters in Altenmarkt, Austria, to discuss — and see — what one of the largest manufacturers in the ski industry has been up to on the sustainability front. And after many hours of conversations and going carefully through this Impact Statement, I highly suggest checking it out.TOPICS & TIMES:New “Impact Statement” from Atomic (7:19)Ronny’s background (8:30)History of Atomic’s sustainability initiatives (12:22)Sustainability Reports & Greenwashing (18:57) What do “SBTI” & “LCA” mean? (24:32)Manufacturing products with reduced impact (32:48)Reducing emissions in manufacturing plants (36:48)Ski Industry’s Outsized Influence (41:18)Atomic’s most significant reductions (45:05)Sustainability & Consumer Preference (57:32)Ski-Industry Collaboration (1:04:33)Lessons on the Communication of Sustainability (1:09:22)RELATED LINKS:Atomic’s 2023 Impact StatementBecome a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationCHECK OUT ALL OUR PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

31 Jan 20231h 14min

We talk to Jess Baker and Rachael Burks about sailing, skiing, and what happens when you combine a renewable energy sailboat with an arctic ski expedition in Greenland for the first time ever, which they documented in the film, Going Greenland.TOPICS & TIMES:How did you two first meet? (2:57)Jess & Rachael’s history (5:21)Jess’s Background (9:22)Rachael’s Background (14:44)Babies & First boat Experiences (17:37)Sailing, Skiing, & the Bering Sea (21:25)First Trip to Greenland (33:59)Return Trip to Greenland (39:40) Pre-Trip Troubles (44:33)Ski Season vs Sailing Season (51:40)The Rhythm of Nature (55:16)How & Where to See the Film (1:01:52)RELATED LINKS:goinggreenland.com/Instagram: @going_greenlandBecome a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

16 Jan 20231h 4min

When trying to gain clarity on issues of climate change (where we are, where we’ve been, and where we should go from here) it is a good idea to talk to Bill McKibben. Bill’s book, The End of Nature (1989) was one of the first books written for the general public about these issues; and through the creation of 350.org and 3rd Act, Bill has continued to bring attention to these issues and mobilize communities to bring about change.TOPICS & TIMES:Bill’s Background (4:03)Writers that have influenced you? (16:00)Inflation Reduction Act (19:10)Meeting emission goals? (24:50)Personal Actions / Community Actions (28:40)Banks & Carbon Emissions (37:00)Climate Conference in Egypt (39:22)The Next 12-24 Months (43:09)Heat pumps (47:04)Nuclear Fusion (48:26)Electric vehicles (50:52)Compromises & Alternative Energy (54:59)What to Do Now? (59:21)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister+Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

9 Jan 20231h 4min

Cody and Jonathan discuss Cody’s not-so-excellent recent adventures; nuclear fusion; whether ski areas should be nationalized; iPhones, Apple watches, & 911 calls; our first ever Relationship Advice questions; The White Lotus; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Cody’s Not-So-Excellent Adventures (4:31)Nuclear Fusion (14:32)Nationalize Ski Areas? (22:08)Blister Pod #219: Community-Run Ski AreasApple Watch, iPhones, & 911 Calls (40:25)Most Canadian News (44:02)Mtn Town Relationship Advice (46:50)What We’re Watching: White Lotus (1:16:47)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

2 Jan 20231h 29min

As 2022 comes to an end and we look forward to 2023, Jonathan Ellsworth caught up with a number of our Blister reviewers to have them reflect on some of their favorite moments of 2022, and share with us their resolutions for 2023.TOPICS & TIMES:Update on Blister Summit (0:00)David Golay (4:15)Kara Williard (7:56)Eric Freson (13:21)Kristin Sinnott (19:58)Luke Koppa (30:05)Matt Mitchell (36:18)Justin Bobb (40:59)Dylan Wood (48:15)Paul Forward (55:42)Sascha Anastas (1:07:15)Jonathan Ellsworth (1:15:27)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

26 Dec 20221h 26min

Last month, Mountain Hardwear athletes, Garrett Madison, Ted Hesser, and their team summited an unnamed, unclimbed peak in Nepal above the village of Khembalung. So we talked with them about how this mission came about; the details and style of the climb; naming the peak; and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Meeting (3:08)Garrett’s Background (4:55)Ted’s Background (6:47)The Mission (8:18)How did you learn about this peak? (11:24)Preparing (16:17)Securing Permits (22:31)Assembling a team (23:12)The Ascent (24:38)The Style of the Climb (32:14)The Route (39:12)Gear (42:09)The Summit (47:40)The Descent (51:25)Naming the Peak (53:24)This Winter? (54:12)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

20 Dec 202257min

Cody and Jonathan discuss the FWT x FIS merger; the claim that tech + skiing with the right technique will prevent avalanches; the most Canadian news; Mountain Town Advice; our least favorite QBs; our big disagreement about the ending of The Bear (with spoilers); and more.TOPICS & TIMES:Misery Loves Company (3:37)FWT x FIS (7:16)Tech - & Technique - Will Prevent Avalanches? (21:30)Outside Layoffs (31:55)The best thing Vail has ever done? (43:50)Kirk Cousins saves Golf Course from … Housing (47:32)Most Canadian News (55:58)Mountain Town Advice (1:00:07)What We’re Reading & Watching (1:10:42)The Bear (SPOILER ALERT) (1:19:18)RELATED LINKS:Blister Rec Shop: Spokane Alpine HausGEAR:30 - Spokane Alpine HausExclusive Offer: OpenSnow x BlisterOpen Mic: Cody & Jonathan's text exchange on The BearBecome a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

12 Dec 20221h 37min

We’re proud to announce our new Blister + Spot Membership, because we know it’s going to help a lot of people. So today, I’m talking with Spot founder, Matt Randall, about how it works; why it’s important for anyone who doesn’t have insurance; why it’s important for anyone who (like Matt & Jonathan) has insurance but high deductibles; and more. Check it out, and please share this conversation with anyone this might help.TOPICS & TIMES:Matt’s morning skiing (4:49)Blister + Spot Membership (9:17)Starting Spot (14:13)Don’t get wrecked physically *and* financially (18:51)Don’t refrain from getting medical help (23:12)Who is Spot for? (27:51)How it Works (30:07)RELATED LINKS:Become a Blister + Spot MemberBlister Summit RegistrationSEE OUR OTHER PODCASTS:CRAFTED Bikes & Big IdeasOff The CouchGEAR:30Happy Hour Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

5 Dec 202244min