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Skirious problems

Skirious problems
Cross-Country Skiing
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World Cup
Olympics
Norway
World Championships
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Olympic Games
Ski Classics
Ruka
Austria
Blink Festival
Nordic Combined
Russia
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Trondheim
FIS
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Skirious Problems is your backstage pass to the brilliantly unpolished world of elite cross-country skiing. Hosted by World Cup racers Mika Vermeulen and James Clugnet, the show delivers a sharp mix of insider insight, chaotic travel tales, training drama, and the kind of brutally honest banter you only get from athletes who spend far too much time together on the road. The hosts aren’t afraid to ... more

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Jimmy and Mika are back with your nb 1 nordic podcast and this time they’re joined by Lillehammer local Kasper Herland from Team Anlegg Øst for a proper deep dive into one of the most impressive breakthrough seasons on the circuit.Kasper takes us beh... more

Jimmy and Mika are back — and this time we’re joined by Norwegian ski legend Gjøran Tefre for a proper catch-up on everything happening around the sport right now.

We get into the current state of the Norwegian national team, the rise of private tea... more

Jimmy and Mika are finally back after a long break — and this time it’s just us catching up on everything that’s been going on in the ski world. We’re kicking off a new rhythm with fresh episodes every two weeks, plus some behind-the-scenes training ... more

To finish the season in style, we brought you the best world cup skiers, on a Live Podcast in Lake placid. It was insane laughs the whole time. Stay tuned for a epic evening with the crew and exciting guests from the World Cup circuit 🚀🎧 SUBSCRIBE ... more

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Recent Guests

Gjøran Tefre
Norwegian cross-country skier
Team Akadalie (at time of recording)
Episode: Gjøran Tefre: American women & Norwegian drama
Frieda Karlsson
Two-time Olympic gold medalist from Sweden
Swedish national team
Episode: Lake Placid LIVE PODCAST - Klaebo, Karlsson, Gimmler, Pellegrino, Ogden -
Johannes Klaebo
Johannes Hosselot Klaebo, top Norwegian cross-country skier
Norwegian national team
Episode: Lake Placid LIVE PODCAST - Klaebo, Karlsson, Gimmler, Pellegrino, Ogden -
Laura Gimmler
German cross-country skier with Olympic medal experience
German national team
Episode: Lake Placid LIVE PODCAST - Klaebo, Karlsson, Gimmler, Pellegrino, Ogden -
Alison Mackie
World Cup skier for Canada
Canadian national team / Nordic Canada
Episode: Alison Mackie: Making the World Cup Look Like a Family Road Trip
Martin Løwstrøm Nyengät
Elite cross-country skier, three-time World Cup medalist, former junior standout
Norway national team, professional skier
Episode: Martin Løwstrøm Nyenget: The long game master
Dani Aravich
Para-cross-country skier and entrepreneur, host of Hidden Champions podcast
ParaCross Country Ski Team / Hidden Champions (podcast)
Episode: Dani Aravich: Why the Paralympic Games deserve better TikToks
Gus Schumacher
Cross-country skier representing the United States and Olympic athlete
United States Olympic Team
Episode: Gus Schumacher: Breaking Laws, But Not in the Olympic Village
Annika Malacinski
US Nordic Combiner with strong views on gender equality in sports and the future of Nordic Combined.
Episode: Annika Malacinski: How to Save Nordic Combined (and Maybe the World)

Hosts

Mika Vermeulen
Host of the show, sharing experiences, training, and opinions
James Clugnet
Co-host of the show, with a focus on training, travel, and ski politics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 556 ratings
  • Hooray! Cross country is great!

    So much fun to listen to, great insights into the full world of cross country skiing with laughs and serious stuff too. Love this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Hazzabear
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great insider info!

    Great recap on the sprints in Cortina! Keep up the content on what goes into ski/wax selection, adjusting to the conditions and all of the behind the scenes things us amateur skiers could learn from!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Master Nordic
    Canada5 months ago
  • The best

    The best ski-related pod

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ronni mcponni
    Norway8 months ago
  • Ski Ski

    Proper ski podcast and such a treat seeing the crew race in Minneapolis. Mussy and Aussie corner, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wirth Park
    United States2 years ago
  • 🎿🎿

    Definitely a ski podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    North American Ski guy
    United States2 years ago

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Listeners enjoy the mix of banter and deep skiing insights
Guests bring elite perspective and practical takeaways for racing
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Lake Placid LIVE PODCAST - Klaebo, Karlsson, Gimmler, Pellegrino, Ogden -
Q: Frida, there is a sense that the Swedish cups and overall World Cup are not as prioritized as the Olympics—what's your take?
Frida explains she focuses on the Olympics and uses injuries to explain selective racing, aiming to balance overall goals with staying healthy, while acknowledging the importance of the World Cup for development and team dynamics.
Martin Løwstrøm Nyenget: The long game master
Q: If you had to do a dream session with two people in one place, where would you go, and who would you go with?
He envisions a grueling, memory‑lane session with Johan Olsson and Dario Colonia on a demanding track, aiming to push the boundaries and test who's toughest, as a way to honor past competition and push current limits.
Gus Schumacher: Breaking Laws, But Not in the Olympic Village
Q: How is it to be a good skier, Gus? You have to tell us about it.
It's a mix of good times and challenges, and you learn more about how to maintain your energy throughout the season.
Johannes Høsflot Klæbo: The guy she told you not to worry about
Q: How has Aleksandr Bolshinov's absence influenced your mindset?
I miss having him on the race, as he challenged me and gave me motivation.
Johannes Høsflot Klæbo: The guy she told you not to worry about
Q: What makes you wake up at five to train now after Trondheim?
It's simply my love for the sport and the community it provides.

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What is Skirious problems about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, practitioner-focused show that blends insider perspectives from elite cross-country skiing with sharp humor and unvarnished debate. Episodes regularly feature athletes at the top of their sport, Olympic competitors, and coaching or equipment insiders, who unpack race tactics, training philosophies, funding dynamics, and the behind-the-scenes politics shaping the sport. Listeners get stories from the road, travel anecdotes, and a willingness to challenge traditional structures, making it a go-to for fans who want both entertainment and actionable insights about competition, preparation, and gear. The format stands out for its long-running camaraderie between two pro hosts and a rotating slate of guests who bring diverse viewpoints ... more

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1. Gjøran Tefre
2. Frieda Karlsson
3. Johannes Klaebo
4. Laura Gimmler
5. Alison Mackie
6. Martin Løwstrøm Nyengät
7. Dani Aravich
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