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Skirious problems

Skirious problems
Cross-Country Skiing
World Cup
Skiing
Ruka
Masters Degree
Ski Racing
Tour De Ski
Ski Classics
Norway
Baito
Weight Management In Sports
Sophia Laukli
Fluorinated Wax Controversy
Norwegian Ski Federation
Biathlon
Italian Ski Team
Olympic Games
Antoine Cyr
NCAA Championships
Men's Skiing

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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Latest Episodes

Your weekly race debrief is back ! This time we discuss all that's happened in Ruka for the opening of the World Cup.

Stayed tuned for some inside takes.

Mika and Jimmy are joined by Finnish sprint star Jasmi Joensuu, and let’s just say her story is not your average “Scandinavian skier crushing the World Cup” narrative.

We get into everything with Jasmi: why she took the unusual route and raced colle... more

First race weekend of the season and its it came like driving straight into a wall. Norwegian are out to kill for the opening of the season, lots of exciting things happened the week end before the opening of the FIS Cross country World Cup in Ruka. ... more

The podcast is back in season mode and today we have the honor of receiving the last year's sprint revelation Jaume Pueyo. He gives us the insight of how the spanish skiers train in a very different way than norwegians and have manage to reach the hi... more

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Recent Guests

Jaume Pueyo
Spanish skier with a breakthrough season in cross-country skiing
Episode: Jaume Pueyo: Explosiveness to win prologues
Einar Hedegart
Biathlete with notable achievements in cross-country skiing
Norwegian National Team
Episode: Einar Hedegart: How to go fast both in Biathlon and Cross-country skiing
Andrew Musgrave
Professional cross-country skier and Strava influencer
Episode: Andrew Musgrave's training philosophy, what is behind a WC podium
Alex Fiva
Athlete representative at the FIS Council and experienced skicross athlete
FIS
Episode: Alex Fiva - Russia voted out of FIS (again) - how it happened
Gabriel Gledhill
British skier on the national team, known as King of Trondheim
British Ski Team
Episode: The King of Trondheim: Announcing love and new ideas for the sport
Sergei Volkov
Russian cross-country skier currently training with the national team
Episode: Sergei Volkov - Will Russia race Olympics ?
Chicco Pellegrino
Italian cross-country skier and Olympic medalist
Italian National Team
Episode: EP 3.10 // Skirious summer with Chicco Pellegrino
Petter Skinstad
Cross-country skiing expert and commentator
Episode: EP 3.05 // Discussing the Victoria Carl case with Petter Skinstad
Johannes Dale
World Championship silver and bronze medalist in Biathlon
Norway National Biathlon Team
Episode: EP 3.03 // Hating (Loving) biathletes with Johannes Dale

Hosts

Mika Vermeulen
Co-host with a focus on competitive skiing and athlete experiences.
James Clugnet
Co-host engaged in discussions about racing, training and skiing culture.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 390 ratings
  • 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
  • 👍

    Properly fun banter but you still get some good ski insight. Love Aussie corner too. Keep at it boys.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cookie.monster
    United States2 years ago

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Reviews highlight the engaging storytelling and athlete insights provided by the hosts.
Listeners appreciate the humorous banter intertwined with serious discussions on skiing.
The variety from entertaining anecdotes to in-depth discussions on sports issues resonates well with the audience.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#147
Canada/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#168
France/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#182
Germany/Sports
Spotify
#97
Finland/Trending
Spotify
#144
Norway/Trending
Apple Podcasts
#111
Finland/Top Podcasts

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The King of Trondheim: Announcing love and new ideas for the sport
Q: How is it training for the biggest event of your career, the Olympic Games?
It's motivating but difficult to compete against friends for limited spots on the team.
Ep 3.01 - Starting fresh the Olympic season
Q: How satisfied are you both for your season in a scale from one to ten, and why?
James responded with a three due to struggles but stated he trained too much. Mika gave an eight, citing strong personal performances but acknowledged a lack of wins at the World Championships.
EP 211 // Nordic Combined podcast with V. Geiger Olympic champion
Q: How do you feel about the future of Nordic Combined in the Olympics?
Our sport survives; if ski jumping and cross-country skiing survive, then Nordic Combined will survive as well.
EP 207// Pro grass skiers Andrew Musgrave & Young
Q: What was the incident during Stag Day?
Muzzy organized sock wrestling, and one of the competitors got injured during the event, causing concern among the group.
EP 207// Pro grass skiers Andrew Musgrave & Young
Q: What was it like learning how to ski in Scotland?
They had limited opportunities, often skiing on grass mats, but made the most out of the snow they did get.

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Focusing on the world of skiing, this series explores a variety of topics ranging from competitive racing insights to humorous anecdotes about training and personal experiences in the sports community. The hosts engage with notable guests, often athletes and experts, to provide insights into the challenges and dynamics of cross-country skiing, particularly under current political and social contexts. A blend of serious discussions on issues like doping and athlete responsibilities, alongside lighthearted banter, makes this series appealing for both serious enthusiasts and casual listeners alike. The informal style and engaging anecdotes create a unique atmosphere that probably resonates well with listeners seeking both entertainment and inf... more

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Recent guests on Skirious problems include:

1. Jaume Pueyo
2. Einar Hedegart
3. Andrew Musgrave
4. Alex Fiva
5. Gabriel Gledhill
6. Sergei Volkov
7. Chicco Pellegrino
8. Petter Skinstad

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