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Extra Blue

Alayna
Cross-Country Skiing
World Cup
Nordic Skiing
US Ski Team
Mental Health
Kristen Bourne
Community Support
Biathlon
Sports Transition
Athletic Identity
Training Techniques
Recovery
Minneapolis World Cup
Coaching
Camaraderie
Norway
Research In Athletics
Alaska
Summer Training
Team Birkie

A podcast about cross country skiing. Bringing you stories, insight, tips and knowledge about ski racing at the elite level.

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On this episode of Extra Blue I welcome Development Coach for the US Ski Team, Greta Anderson. Over the past several years, Greta has been quietly shaping the future of US cross-country skiing. She works with the national team staff to support junior... more

Jack Young’s path to the top of U.S. cross-country skiing hasn’t been linear — and that’s exactly what makes this conversation so powerful.

From growing up as a multi-sport athlete to fully committing to skiing, Jack reflects on the decisions, sacri... more

On this episode I welcome Luci Anderson! Luci is a U.S. biathlete from Golden Valley, Minnesota, and a lifelong skier who grew up racing in the Midwest before going on to ski for the University of New Hampshire. After graduating in 2024, Luci found h... more

Today’s episode is about what it means to grow, evolve, and keep skiing at the center of it all, even as life adds new roles, new priorities, and new finish lines.

I’m joined by two incredible women who embody that balance: Erika Flowers and Annie V... more

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Recent Guests

Greta Anderson
Development coach for the US Ski Team
US Ski Team
Episode: Ep 35: Happy People Race Fast w/ Greta Anderson, US Ski Team Development Coach
Lucy Anderson
US biathlete from Golden Valley, Minnesota, with a background in cross-country skiing and competitive racing.
US Biathlon
Episode: Ep 33: How Curiosity Turned Into a World Cup Biathlon Season w/ Luci Anderson
Johnny Hagenbuch
US ski racer and Dartmouth student
Dartmouth College
Episode: Ep 31: Chasing the Love of the Sport w/ Johnny Hagenbuch
Tschana Schiller
US Ski Team Strength Coach and Director of Athletic Development
US Ski and Snowboard
Episode: Ep 30: Strength for Skiers w/ US Ski Team Strength Coach Tschana Schiller
Maggie Bowman
A competitive marathoner and elite cross-country skier, she is a coach focused on mental health and athlete well-being.
Maggie Bowman Coaching
Episode: Ep 29: Balancing a Full-time Job, Coaching, Athletic Goals AND Family Planning with Maggie Bowman
Sammy Smith
A member of the US Ski Team and D1 soccer player at Stanford University
Stanford University
Episode: Ep 28: Stanford Soccer AND Skiing with Sammy Smith
Mary Kate Cirelli
Former competitive skier and current fitness coach, sharing her journey with disordered eating as an athlete.
Hip Performance Training
Episode: Ep 25: Healing from Disordered Eating as a Skier with MK Cirelli
Kate Oldham
Cross-country skier and national champion, preparing for her first World Cup season
BSF Pro Ski Team
Episode: Ep 24: First Year on the World Cup with Kate Oldham
Gus Schumacher
World Cup skier from Anchorage, Alaska
US Ski Team
Episode: Ep 23: Waxing for a World Cup Podium with Gus Schumacher and Chris Hecker

Hosts

Elena Sonesson
Co-host with a focus on engaging discussions surrounding cross-country skiing and athlete experiences.
Alaina Sonnesson
Co-host dedicated to bringing inspiring stories and valuable insights from the world of skiing.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 135 ratings
  • For Nordic lovers

    Love this podcast. Fun to hear from such a variety of people in the endurance and Nordic worlds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TKellyA
    United States4 months ago
  • Fun and interesting.

    Very approachable and cool to learn more of the behind the scenes in Olympic level skiing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I_Town
    United States7 months ago
  • Fun!

    Great podcast for skiers especially those that follow the World Cup. Alayna is a great interviewer, but I also really enjoyed the recent flip flop in the Q&A with Bearskin lodge. I’m hoping to now check out Bearskin sometime!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cold Snap5
    United Statesa year ago
  • Getting me through 20km SkiErgs

    I love listening while staring at the wall for 1.5 hours in the basement! Super unique insight and facts about my favorite pro skiers I never would have known otherwise. Keep it coming!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pat-on-skis
    United Statesa year ago
  • My favorite cross country skiing podcast

    Every episode is down to earth humble, the guests are all quality characters from a variety of backgrounds that are all relevant to the sport, the topics are genuinely fascinating to learn more about, and it leaves me motivated to get outside immediately after work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mngolferguy
    United Statesa year ago

Listeners Say

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Many find the podcast motivating, especially for female athletes, and value its focus on both personal and competitive aspects of skiing.
The conversational style of the hosts is often highlighted as a standout feature that enhances the listening experience.
Listeners appreciate the engaging conversations and diverse guest lineup, noting the inspirational and insightful content.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 35: Happy People Race Fast w/ Greta Anderson, US Ski Team Development Coach
Q: What does success look like at 12, 16, and 23 years old?
Success is about being healthy and motivated at the ages of 22 and 27 rather than merely focused on early victories.
Ep 35: Happy People Race Fast w/ Greta Anderson, US Ski Team Development Coach
Q: How has your role over these last many years influenced the development in the junior community and the current pipeline of athletes coming up?
The biggest influence has been shifting the conversation about skiing from how fast you are now to how well you are building yourself as an athlete.
Ep 31: Chasing the Love of the Sport w/ Johnny Hagenbuch
Q: Where is your compass pointing right now? What are you focused on? What is the big goal for this season?
Johnny's primary goal is to qualify for the Olympics, specifically aiming to be part of the relay team that he believes could win a medal.
Ep 31: Chasing the Love of the Sport w/ Johnny Hagenbuch
Q: Can you explain a little bit more what that means or what that maybe looks like for you on a day-to-day basis?
Johnny described how he doesn't strictly follow a training plan but instead listens to his body and supplements Dartmouth's team training with his own methods, focusing on keeping training fun and fulfilling.
Ep 31: Chasing the Love of the Sport w/ Johnny Hagenbuch
Q: How did those races go despite the jet lag?
Johnny reflected positively on his performance in the races, noting he did better than expected in the Classic Sprint and had a solid start to the season with the Skate 10K.

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Focused on the intricate world of cross-country skiing, this podcast features engaging conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and industry experts, offering listeners a blend of inspiration and practical insights. Episodes tackle a range of topics from training regimens and athletic empowerment to personal journeys through motherhood and the demands of maintaining a competitive edge. Particularly noteworthy is the podcast's emphasis on underrepresented narratives, such as the experiences of female athletes and challenges faced by dual-sport competitors. It serves as both an informative resource and a source of motivation for skiing enthusiasts and those connected to endurance sports.

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1. The Seder-Skier Podcast
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3. Race Ready
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5. Heartbeat: US Biathlon Podcast

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Extra Blue launched 3 years ago and published 35 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on Extra Blue include:

1. Greta Anderson
2. Lucy Anderson
3. Johnny Hagenbuch
4. Tschana Schiller
5. Maggie Bowman
6. Sammy Smith
7. Mary Kate Cirelli
8. Kate Oldham

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