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Extra Blue

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

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, I welcome Julia Kern, reflecting on her performances at the Olympic Games this past season. Julia placed 6th in the Classic Individual sprint and 5th in the Skate team Sprint with Jessie Diggins. We discuss the build-up to the Olympi... more

Jake Adicoff is fresh off winning 4 Gold Medals at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games in Milano Cortina (+1 Gold from Beijing 2022)! Jake is a U.S. Paralympic cross-country skier and one of the most dominant athletes in the sport today. Jake is visuall... more

Ben is coming off an incredible Winter Olympic Games in Italy where he won two silver medals in the individual sprint and the team sprint, with teammate, Gus Schumacher. Both results were historic. The individual sprint medal was the first Olympic me... more

Gear West presents this elite-athlete panel coming to you LIVE from the Birkie Expo hosted by me, Alayna Sonnesyn. Featuring David Norris, Jessica Yeaton, Reid Goble and Anna-Maria Dietze. We dive into fueling strategies, racing tactics, training pre... more

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Recent Guests

Julia Kern
Olympic skier, World Cup athlete
US Ski Team
Episode: Ep 39: 6th at the Olympics w/ Julia Kern
Jake Adicoff
Four-time Paralympian, visually impaired cross-country skier
U.S. Paralympics / Team
Episode: Ep 38: 5x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jake Adicoff feat. Peter Wolter and Reid Goble
Reid Goble
Guide for Jake, elite Nordic skier
Gold Team / guides for Jake
Episode: Ep 38: 5x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jake Adicoff feat. Peter Wolter and Reid Goble
Peter Wolter
Guide for Jake, elite Nordic skier
Gold Team / guides for Jake
Episode: Ep 38: 5x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jake Adicoff feat. Peter Wolter and Reid Goble
Ben Ogden
Two-time Olympic silver medalist in cross-country skiing
United States Ski Team / Vermont skiing community
Episode: Ep 37: 2x Olympic Silver Medalist, Ben Ogden
Anna-Maria Dietze
Athlete from Germany
Gear West/Birkie panel participant
Episode: Ep 36: Gear West Birkie Athlete Panel feat. David Norris, Jessica Yeaton, Reid Goble and Anna-Maria Dietze
Jessica Yeaton
Athlete, Steamboat Springs (Colorado)
Steamboat Springs racer
Episode: Ep 36: Gear West Birkie Athlete Panel feat. David Norris, Jessica Yeaton, Reid Goble and Anna-Maria Dietze
David Norris
Athlete, Steamboat Springs (Colorado)
Steamboat Springs racer
Episode: Ep 36: Gear West Birkie Athlete Panel feat. David Norris, Jessica Yeaton, Reid Goble and Anna-Maria Dietze
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

Hosts

Elena Sonneson
Host of Extra Blue; active interviewer with focus on athlete journeys, training, and competition dynamics.
Alaina Sonnesson
Host of Extra Blue; discusses training pathways, race strategy, and stories from the ski community.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 136 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 States6 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 States9 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 States2 years ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise the approachable, in-depth conversations and behind-the-scenes access to elite skiing.
Guests provide diverse perspectives, from Olympic stories to development and wellness topics.
The host is noted for a conversational, engaging interview style that keeps technical topics accessible.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Ep 38: 5x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jake Adicoff feat. Peter Wolter and Reid Goble
Q: What did you learn from Beijing China Paralympics that you applied in Italy?
Jake reflected on the high stress and lack of chill in Beijing and shared that they focused on having more fun and a relaxed approach, with sports psychology support and family coaching input guiding them toward a more enjoyable performance in Italy.
Ep 38: 5x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jake Adicoff feat. Peter Wolter and Reid Goble
Q: What is the structure of the mixed relay and how do you decide the order?
Jake described a four-by-two-and-a-half-kilometer relay with a 335-point threshold; teams below that threshold should be roughly even in speed, and they choose the order based on factors like who is strongest in different legs, with planning based on past results and theoretical times.
Ep 38: 5x Paralympic Gold Medalist, Jake Adicoff feat. Peter Wolter and Reid Goble
Q: How did you first connect with Peter and Reid, and what makes those relationships work?
Jake explained that he knew Peter from Sun Valley and that their long-standing connection, shared training groups, and time racing together helped build trust; Reid joined later as a compatible, high-energy partner, and the trio built a strong, supportive dynamic.
Ep 37: 2x Olympic Silver Medalist, Ben Ogden
Q: How do these medals influence younger male skiers and broaden pathways in the sport?
Ben hopes the results show there are multiple routes to success in skiing and that athletes can pursue other interests while still performing at the highest level, offering a broader, more inclusive model for aspiring skiers.
Ep 37: 2x Olympic Silver Medalist, Ben Ogden
Q: What did it mean to celebrate the medals with Gus Schumacher after the team sprint?
Ben describes a shared, long-built partnership with Gus, the nervousness and ultimate confidence going into the event, and the joy of achieving another podium together after years of racing side by side.

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What is Extra Blue about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Across recent episodes, conversations orbit elite Nordic skiing, with deep dives into training, competition, and the human side of high-performance sport. Guests range from Paralympic and Olympic athletes to coaches, development staff, and teammates, offering behind-the-scenes looks at preparation, race strategy, injury recovery, parenting in sport, and the culture surrounding world-class skiing. The show often highlights teamwork (such as guide-athlete dynamics), resilience, and holistic approaches to athlete wellness, while balancing competitive ambition with personal growth. A standout trait is the blend of technical insight with candid, personal storytelling, making it useful for listeners seeking practical tips and authentic perspectiv... more

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Recent guests on Extra Blue include:

1. Julia Kern
2. Jake Adicoff
3. Reid Goble
4. Peter Wolter
5. Ben Ogden
6. Anna-Maria Dietze
7. Jessica Yeaton
8. David Norris

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