
The First Chair Podcast brings you inspirational stories and educational tips from the country's best ski, snowboard, Nordic, and adaptive instructors. More than 34,000 individuals belong to PSIA-AASI (Professional Ski Instructors of America and American Association of Snowboard Instructors), making it the world’s largest organization dedicated to snowsports. We are lifelong learners committed to ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 500 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Sports | |||

How do you turn a standard ski lesson into a compelling story? In this episode of First Chair, host George Thomas sits down with snow pro and professional writer Mark Aiken to discuss his latest 32 Degrees article, "Snowsports MFA." Mark shares his u... more
How do you keep a group of teenagers engaged or turn a repetitive boot drill into the highlight of a student's day? In this episode of First Chair, host George Thomas talks with Keith Rodney—Chair of the National Children's Task Force and US Telemark... more
What does it take to teach skiing for 10 years without a summer break? In this episode of First Chair, host George Thomas talks with Augusto "Rooster" Burone Risso about his decade-long journey chasing winters across the globe. From his first days as... more
What do you do when the assessment sheet says "Did Not Attain"? In this episode of First Chair, host George Thomas talks with PSIA-AASI National Team member Lyndsey Stevens about her journey through the assessment process. Lyndsey opens up about fail... more
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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.
Good advice. Thanks Ed.
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
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!
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.
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A practical, instructor-focused show featuring in-depth conversations with snowsports teachers, coaches, and executives. Across episodes, listeners hear on-snow pedagogy, assessment strategies, biomechanics, safety culture, and mentorship, all tied to improving teaching effectiveness and student outcomes. Noteworthy is a strong emphasis on real-world application—from binding tweaks and core engagement to managing nerves during exams—paired with extensive guest expertise from PSIA-AASI professionals and experienced instructors. The format tends to blend technical drills, coaching philosophy, and stories from the mountains, making it helpful for pros seeking actionable tips and for sponsors looking to reach a dedicated, educator-minded audien... more
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