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The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast

Stuart Winchester
Skiing
Snowmaking
Winter Sports
Indy Pass
Vail Resorts
Ikon Pass
Ski Industry
Ski Resorts
Ski Areas
Minnesota
Steeplechase Ski Area
Lone Peak Tram
Giants Ridge
Profile Search International
Mt. Rose
Big Sky Resort
Mount Bohemia
Epic Pass
Bonfire Collective
Okemo Mountain Resort

Everyone’s searching for skiing’s soul. I’m trying to find its brains. www.stormskiing.com

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Who

Sam Weintraub, Founder and CEO of PeakRankings

Date Re... more

What

Main stage today belongs to Kovach, who agreed to come on the podcast like 90 years ago and waited patiently for his turn. But just as I wrapped this pod, breaking news slammed my inbox: Alterra has selected their next CEO after dismissing Jare... more

Who

Dennis Eshbaugh, President and General Manager of Holiday Valley, New York

This is Dennis’ second appearance on The Storm Skiing Podcast:

Date Recorded

Oct. 2, 2026

About Holiday Valley

Owned by: Win-Sum Ski Corp, which Holiday Valley’s web... more

Who

Jay Dougherty, President and General Manager of Mount Southington, Connecticut

Date Recorded

Oct. 2, 2026

About Mount Southington

Owned by: Multiple shareholders descended from the ski area’s founders

Year founded: 1964

Pass affiliations: more

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Recent Guests

Doug Fish
Founder of IndyPass and Snowvana/Snovana organizer
IndyPass, Snowvana/Snovana
Episode: Storm Skiing 9/30/2026: Indy Pass & Snowvana Founder Doug Fish on Megapass Proliferation and the Future of Ski Shows
Jason Bellamy
General Manager of Powerito New Mexico
Powerito, Mountain Capital Partners
Episode: Storm Skiing 9/28/2026: Pajarito’s Massive Snowmaking Upgrade with GM Jasen Bellomy
Brian Bench
Founder of Snow Schoolers
Snow Schoolers
Episode: Storm Skiing 9/26/2026: Fixing America’s Broken Ski School Model with Snow Schoolers’ Brian Bensch
Ian Martin
Founder and host of The Ski Podcast, freelancer journalist, and digital marketing consultant for snow sports
The Ski Podcast
Episode: Storm News 9/24/2026: Examining 61 Epic, Ikon, Indy Resorts in Europe with ‘The Ski Podcast’s’ Iain Martin
John Schaefer
CEO of Bear Den Partners
Bear Den Partners
Episode: Storm Shorts 9/21/2026: Smugglers’ Notch, Burke, Indy Pass with Bear Den CEO Schaefer
Pete Meier
Guest invited onto the show; connected to Caber Fay Peaks
Caber Fay Peaks
Episode: AMA 9/18/2026: No I Don’t Hate Vail, the Chairlift Apocalypse, Pass Strategies, & More
Tim Meyer
Co-general manager, Caber Fay Peaks, Michigan
Caber Fay Peaks
Episode: Storm News 9/17/2026: Caberfae Expansion, Indy to Ikon, Colorado Lift Ticket Deals
Pete Meyer
Co-general manager, Caber Fay Peaks, Michigan
Caber Fay Peaks
Episode: Storm News 9/17/2026: Caberfae Expansion, Indy to Ikon, Colorado Lift Ticket Deals
Jason Bays
Vice President and General Manager of Camelback Ski Area (Pennsylvania)
Camelback Ski Area
Episode: Storm News 9/16/2026: Camelback’s Reset with GM Jason Bays

Host

Stuart Winchester
Host of The Storm Skiing Journal and Podcast; provides in-depth interviews and industry context

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 388 ratings
  • Good guests but…

    …Man Stuart is annoying. His robot voice intros kill me. More substantively though, I think the problem with this podcast is that he fancies himself a serious journalist but asks a series of softball questions, and only occassionally will meekly offer up a faintly challenging question that he will not follow up on in any way or press people who don’t answer it. I get it, you gotta get the guests, but this podcast is entertainment not journalism.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    COWhitecollarskibum
    United Statesa month ago
  • Quality content for those who truly love skiing

    Thank you for resolving the inbox notification issue during the pod recordings. I love this podcast and frequently sharing the episodes with various friends.

    My one suggestion is to help your guests with their microphone set up. The episode with Stowe made it sound like he was standing in a tunnel. Glad that the host doesn’t gloss over the questions that need to asked.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cookiewonder22
    United States10 months ago
  • My favorite podcast

    For anyone interested in learning about the ski industry, this is the one podcast you should listen to. Amazing guests and insanely well researched content.

    This podcast and blog is in a league of its own within the ski industry.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    B T Lund
    United States2 years ago
  • Jerking it

    Keep on stroking the corporate skiing chode in your face.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    evi1mtb
    United States2 years ago
  • Works when…

    …the interviewer gets out of the way, stops pushing Indy Pass and just lets these legends talk.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    QueenCarlotta
    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 praise deep industry coverage and high preparation, with strong guest lineups.
Some critiques note the host's questioning style could be more probing and follow-ups could be stronger.
Many reviews highlight the show's relevance for both insiders and enthusiasts and its broad resort coverage.

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Storm Skiing 9/28/2026: Pajarito’s Massive Snowmaking Upgrade with GM Jasen Bellomy
Q: What are the land ownership details and who owns the land around Pajarito?
The majority of the land is privately owned by MCP following land exchanges with DOE and arrangements from the Los Alamos Ski Club, with a first-right-of-refusal on a western shoulder and ongoing legal work to finalize land transfers while maintaining ownership stability for the project.
Storm Skiing 9/28/2026: Pajarito’s Massive Snowmaking Upgrade with GM Jasen Bellomy
Q: What did Powerito's snowmaking system look like before, and what are you building up now?
Historically, the system was a bare bones setup from around 2010 that captured surface runoff into a pond; the new upgrade involves a five-mile pipeline, underground power, fiber backhaul, and a scaled snowmaking network that can cover more acreage and deliver higher pumping capacity, with a phased rollout starting at about 1,000 GPM and expanding to 4,000 GPM.
Storm Skiing 9/30/2026: Indy Pass & Snowvana Founder Doug Fish on Megapass Proliferation and the Future of Ski Shows
Q: So Doug, welcome back. How's it been?
Doug responds that it's been great, staying engaged with IndyPass while growing Snowvana and Snovana, reflecting on the continued expansion and partnerships across new markets.
Storm Shorts 9/21/2026: Smugglers’ Notch, Burke, Indy Pass with Bear Den CEO Schaefer
Q: So speaking of Indy Pass, why did you recommit by adding all four of your mountains, including Smugglers' Notch, onto Indy Pass?
Indy Pass represents an important platform for independent mountains and our primary guests. It allows us to manage capacity thoughtfully, expand exposure to the right audiences, and fund targeted upgrades without overwhelming a single mountain. Our goal is to serve pass holders and ticket buyers alike while maintaining a sustainable experience that protects the local communities.
Storm News 9/17/2026: Caberfae Expansion, Indy to Ikon, Colorado Lift Ticket Deals
Q: What is the long-term vision for lift distribution and potential backcountry expansion?
We're looking at the bottom of the basin for a possible future lift that could serve backcountry terrain, while weighing the impact on current operations and guest experience. The idea is to keep options open for expansion, but only if it aligns with customer needs and maintains a high-quality experience, avoiding over-saturation and ensuring sustainable growth.

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A deep-dive show focused on the business of mountains, ski areas, and the communities that power them. Across episodes, listeners hear candid conversations with resort executives, operators, and industry journalists about infrastructure upgrades, ownership transitions, branding strategies, and long-term master plans. Topics frequently touch on lift modernization, snowmaking, guest experience, sustainability, and the evolving dynamics of season passes and multi-resort ecosystems. The show often blends technical operations detail with broader industry context, offering practical takeaways for operators and intriguing perspectives for enthusiasts. A notable strength is its willingness to feature a wide range of resorts—from iconic big-name pro... more

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