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First Chair: PSIA-AASI Podcast

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Welcome to the First Chair Podcast—the official podcast of PSIA-AASI. Hosted by the Professional Ski Instructors of America and the American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI), First Chair features conversations with leading educators, instructors, coaches, and industry experts from across the snowsports community. Whether you're preparing for certification, refining your teaching sk... more

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What does it take to bring eight Regions together around a shared vision for snowsports education? A lot of collaboration—and a commitment to helping instructors succeed. On this episode of First Chair, host George Thomas catches up with PSIA-AASI CE... more

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What if new-hire training focused less on telling instructors what to do and more on helping them discover how to teach? First Chair catches up with Rick Rauch, training manager at Telluride Ski Area, to explore a different approach to preparing new ... more

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Meet DNA Vibe, one of PSIA-AASI’s newest suppliers. In this introductory episode of the First Chair Podcast, host George Thomas talks with founder and CEO Perry Kamel about the company, its Jazz Band wearable, and why recovery is a relevant topic for... more

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Movement analysis is about more than identifying what needs to change — it can also be a powerful tool for building trust, confidence, and connection with your guests. In this episode of First Chair, host George Thomas sits down with PSIA-AASI Nation... more

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Recent Guests

Rick Rauch
Training Manager from Telluride Ski Area
Telluride Ski Area
Episode: A Case Study on New Hire Training w/ Rick Rauch from Telluride
Perry Kamel
CEO and Founder of DNA Vibe
DNA Vibe
Episode: DNA Vibe for Snowsports Instructors: Recovery On and Off Snow
Josh Smith
PSIA-AASI team member and instructor
PSIA-AASI
Episode: Beyond Mechanics | Movement analysis, a tool for connection + Confidence with josh smith
Paul Geoghegan
Instructor with long tenure at Ski Bradford, PSIA-AASI member
Ski Bradford; PSIA-AASI
Episode: Matching Students With Instructors: The RASPYS Framework with Paul Geoghegan
Peter Novom
Author of the article and skiing educator
Episode: Stacked in Your Favor with Peter Novom
Melodie Buell
Surface Tour member and skiing instructor
Surface Tour
Episode: The Space Between Skills & Connection | Teaching Beyond Technique with Melodie Buell
Joe Taylor
Associate professor in College of Education, University of Colorado Colorado Springs; former ski instructor and researcher focused on applying 5E to skiing
University of Colorado Colorado Springs; BSCS Science Learning
Episode: Applying the 5E Instructional Model to Ski Instruction with Joe Taylor
Mark Aiken
Snow pro and writer; discussed author of the article and MFA concept
Professional Snow Sports Instructors of America & American Association of Snowboard Instructors (PSIA-AASI)
Episode: The Snowsports MFA: Mark Aiken on the Art of the Lesson
Keith Rodney
Chair of the National Children's Task Force; coach of the US Telemark Team
PSIA-AASI
Episode: Beyond Games: Authentic Enthusiasm in Kids' Lessons with Keith Rodney

Host

George Thomas
Host of the show; experienced PSIA-AASI educator and broadcaster.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 65 ratings
  • Just bad

    Was hoping to get something out of this podcast but the information density is extremely low and the audio quality of the call in interview-ees is terrible.

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    Werkerbee007
    United States6 years ago
  • Staying Connected

    Good advice. Thanks Ed.

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    5
    Ed Younglove
    United States7 years ago
  • A missed opportunity, but it doesn’t have to be.

    The First Chair is a missed opportunity, but it doesn’t have to be.

    I’ve been teaching for many years and I was hoping this podcast would be a good compliment to my on-hill training and my other research. To that end it is, occasionally.

    Unfortunately the gems are hidden amongst a lot of episodes that are not very helpful for a variety of reasons. Many episodes feature guests who don’t seem particularly prepared for the subject at hand and one episode was a drawn-out commercial for a glove ma... more

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    1
    Raymo C
    United States7 years ago
  • Valuable insights!

    This podcast is a great way to infuse your knowledge of mountain skiing and riding. George is a skilled interviewer, adept at eliciting valuable insights from his guests on the cast. I listen to these more than once, they are packed full of useful information and really fun to listen to!

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    5
    AdjusterMartinPhd
    United States7 years ago
  • Fantastic resources for membership

    This podcast is a great resource for the Psia aasi membership and anyone interested in Snowsports. It presents up to date information on current issues and developments providing a balance between breadth and depth.

    A joy to listen to regardless of the time of year and a sign of a vibrant community.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PeteA7
    United States8 years ago

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Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Sound balance and editing quality are common topics of listener feedback.
Guest quality and interviewer skill are often highlighted as strong points.
Show provides valuable resources for PSIA-AASI members and snow sport educators.
Some episodes feel overly jargon-heavy or under-edited, making it hard to extract actionable insights.
Listeners appreciate practical teaching tactics and guest expertise.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

A Case Study on New Hire Training w/ Rick Rauch from Telluride
Q: How do you think facilitators change the dynamic compared to traditional instruction?
Facilitators guide the group, encourage ideas, and help the learners develop their own progression, rather than lecturing, which leads to more accurate, useful, and naturally motivated outcomes.
A Case Study on New Hire Training w/ Rick Rauch from Telluride
Q: And what you're doing, first of all, why did you feel the need for that?
The need arose from observing new hires overwhelmed by too much information when taught in a lecture-heavy way, plus a desire to increase engagement and ownership by having learners participate in creating as well as consuming the material.
DNA Vibe for Snowsports Instructors: Recovery On and Off Snow
Q: What makes this technology credible beyond marketing claims?
There are clinical anecdotes and third-party validations, including a university medical center's return-to-sport claims for ankle sprains in as little as three days and a Ukrainian manufacturing initiative with trial results across four hospital systems showing positive outcomes for inflammation, edema, and mobility.
DNA Vibe for Snowsports Instructors: Recovery On and Off Snow
Q: How should someone use it in relation to activity, especially on a ski day?
There are three main protocols: pre-covery (15–20 minutes before activity), recovery (20–30 minutes, 1–2 times daily), and daily use as part of a routine; the device can be worn during commutes, stretching, or downtime and is designed to be worn anywhere on the body.
DNA Vibe for Snowsports Instructors: Recovery On and Off Snow
Q: What exactly does DNA Vibe do and how does it relate to preparing for a great ski season?
It is an advanced, patented wearable that uses four modalities—low-level red light, near infrared, micro-vibration, and magnetic oscillation—calibrated to interact with the body's regenerative processes, helping athletes recover faster and perform with less downtime.

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Listeners tune in for practical, instructor-focused conversations that bridge pedagogy, psychology, and on-snow techniques. Episodes frequently explore how to teach more effectively—whether through storytelling, feedback loops, or practical drills—while blending certification insights with real-world coaching. Notable strengths include cross-cultural teaching experiences, global perspectives on PSIA-AASI certification pathways, and actionable tactics that instructors can apply on the hill. A recurring edge is how guests connect core movement analysis and fundamentals to student engagement, safety, and long-term participation in snowsports.

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