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Mushing analysis about sled dog news and races.

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Our next guest is Kai Leddy. She and her partner, Elliott, run their own kennel in Talkeetna — Celestial Sled Dog Kennel. Leddy has been competing in mid-distance races for over a decade and most recently helped spearhead the newest Iditarod qualifie... more

Our guest in this episode is Jonah Bacon, who is just days removed from completing the inaugural Yukon Quest 750. Naturally, we almost entirely talked about his experience on the trail, we were on the edge of our seat!In the intro, we talked about th... more

We are back after a winter Mushing Alaska slumber. We were able to catch up on some of the races in January, check in with the Quest (a lot has happened since we recorded), and just get the ball rolling as the sun comes back and all the dogs are in p... more

Sometimes the trail brings you exactly the right people at the right time. This summer, Sean crossed paths with musher Shane Blumentritt in the tiny coastal town of Seldovia, and that chance meeting turned into one of our favorite conversations yet. more

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Recent Guests

Jonah Bacon
Young musher and participant in the Yukon Quest
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Episode: Episode 61 - Jonah Bacon
Shane Blumentritt
Musher and owner of Cold Start Kennels, involved in training and qualifying for dog racing.
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Episode: Episode 59 - Shane Blumentritt
Thomas Waerner
2020 Iditarod winner and experienced musher
Episode: Episode 58 - Thomas Waerner
Jessie Holmes
2025 Iditarod Champion and experienced musher
Episode: Episode 57 - Jessie Holmes
Samantha LaLonde
A rookie musher who recently completed the Iditarod.
Episode: Episode 56 - Samantha LaLonde
Bailey Vitello
Iditarod musher and competitor
Episode: Episode 55 - Bailey Vitello
Libby Riddles
A renowned Iditarod musher and the first woman to win the race.
Episode: Episode 54 - Libby Riddles
Connor McMahon
Sled dog racer and returning guest with experience in various regional races and extensive training routines.
Episode: Episode 53 - Connor McMahon
Mike Parker
An experienced musher and long-time listener of the podcast.
Episode: Episode 51 - Mike Parker

Hosts

Sean
Co-host of Mushing Alaska; frequent collaborator across episodes.
Brendan
Host/Co-host of Mushing Alaska; central voice in episode narratives.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 47 ratings
  • From one mushing podcast to another

    Thanks for having me on as a guest. It was fun to talk shop to another dog mushing podcast! ~Robert

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    Team Ineka
    United States2 years ago

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

Listeners appreciate the insider-muscled focus on race prep and dog welfare.
The show consistently blends technical racing discussion with community storytelling.
Guests are well-chosen, bringing fresh perspectives from top mushers.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Episode 58 - Thomas Waerner
Q: What were your thoughts on the strategy during the 2020 Iditarod?
I had a strong team performing well, and my strategy was to manage their rest effectively which resulted in them gaining momentum during the race.
Episode 57 - Jessie Holmes
Q: Are you a music podcast kind of guy or do you prefer silence?
I'm a purist; I need to be 100% in the moment listening to my dogs.
Episode 57 - Jessie Holmes
Q: What's your routine when you're on the runners in your training?
I'm a purist. I never listen to music on a dog team; it's my responsibility to listen to the breath of the dogs.
Episode 53 - Connor McMahon
Q: What do you see yourself doing here in the next few years?
Connor expressed his interest in continuing with mushing for the next several years, supported by sponsors.
Episode 53 - Connor McMahon
Q: What has been the major change in your training this season?
Connor mentioned starting his training earlier, which he felt made a significant difference compared to last season.

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A rugged, outdoors-focused show centered on sled dog racing, Iditarod-related happenings, and long-distance Yukon Quest journeys. Episodes consistently feature intimate guest conversations with mushers, kennel operations, race prep, and community dynamics, often weaving in race strategies, dog welfare, and financial/logistical realities of sustaining competitive teams. Notable strengths include a strong sense of community, expert guests from top races, and approachable storytelling that blends personal career arcs with broader sport trends, making it appealing to enthusiasts, industry professionals, and aspiring mushers alike.

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Recent guests on Mushing Alaska include:

1. Jonah Bacon
2. Shane Blumentritt
3. Thomas Waerner
4. Jessie Holmes
5. Samantha LaLonde
6. Bailey Vitello
7. Libby Riddles
8. Connor McMahon

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