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TPM Episode 440: Sam Kuch, Pro Skier Jul 07, 2025

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Sam Kuch has been blowing the collective ski world's mind since he blew up after skiing with Stan Rey and crew on a 2016 Powder Highway trip. Since then, Sam has established himself as arguably one of the best skiers in the world. Between his Matchstick Productions parts and his Natural Selection performance, if you know skiing, you know Sam and if you don't, now's the time to find out what a rad dude he is. Plus, he has that throwback mentality that I love. Cole Richardson asks the Inappropriate Questions

Sam Kuch Show Notes:

4:00: Finding mines, the best skiers, Type B recreating, trampolines, finger sports, his vision of the mountain, IFSA, and shop sponsors

20:00: Liquid Force, Feel the Pull and get 15% off your LF Purchase by using the code Powell15 at checkout

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23:00: Grom days, influences, Ski Logic, finding his groove, contests, his breakout shoot, MSP

41:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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43:00: Going from Head to K2, breaking his femur, his pin it mentality coming back, and Natural Selection

56:00: Inappropriate Questions with Cole Richardson

TPM Episode 439: Craig Murray, Pro Skier Jun 16, 2025

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Craig Murray, aka Weezy Davis, is arguably the best skier in the world. Fresh off a win at Travis Rice's Natural Selection, an event where Craig went head-to-head with the best big mountain skierrs in the world and showcased a different vision, speed and style than almost anyone else in the comp…But what's different about Craig is how humble he is. While skiing is something that he does and he's one of the best, he can easily get lost in the crowd off the hill because he has zero ego or need to be known. He's one of those guys that's the best at what he's doing now, and at some point, he'll be the best at something else. He's smart, calculated, and who knows where life will take this guy. Finn Woods askes the Inappropriate Questions

Craig Murray Show Notes:

4:00: His nickname, traveling with no passport, his brother, does biking influence his skiing, his sister, his adventure racer parents, growing up without a TV and having a loose leash, and moving to Chamonix at 17

22:00: Liquid Force, Feel the Pull and get 15% off your LF Purchase by using the code Powell15 at checkout

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25:00: Back to NZ, making the FWT, traveling and being genuinely concerned for the environment, sponsors, money, NZ fame and the huge AK double

40:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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42:00: Natural Selection, big nights,

58:00: Inappropriate Questions with Finn Woods

TPM Episode 438: Mike Douglas, Pro Skier, Filmmaker, Part 2 Jun 09, 2025

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Mike Douglas is the legendary skier who helped change the direction the industry was going in the late 90s with the Salomon 1080. From there, he has filmed with everyone, had a long, productive career, and has been the brainchild of Salomon's Freeski TV for the past 16 years, and now is the ski point person for Travis Rice's Natural Selection Tour. Part one with Mike was long ago in episode 94, where you can hear his life and times. On this episode, we talk about his feature film that he is currently selling, all things Natural Selection Tour, and more. Award-winning journalist Les Anthony asks the Inappropriate Questions

Mike Douglas Show Notes:

4:00: 16 years making films for Salomon, always pivoting, documentaries are changing, meeting Thor, challenges of that adventure, and the edit, and getting involved in Natural Selection

21:00: Liquid Force, Feel the Pull and get 15% off your LF Purchase by using the code Powell15 at checkout

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23:00: Back 9, planning phases, working with Travis Rice, setting up, volcano, Parker White, how did it work for athletes, the all time day of skiing in AK, the weather changes

40:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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42:00: Sam Kuch and Craig Murray, keeping secrets, and cost

52:00: Inappropriate Questions with Les Anthony

TPM Episode 347: Cameron Talbott, Pro Skater Jun 02, 2025

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Cameron Talbott is getting his first pro skate this week. What's crazy is that Cam is 37 years old, and while he was a sponsored am for a long time, he didn't achieve pro status until he was 25. While that's impressive, what's even more impressive are the hammers and creativity that define his skating. Not too bad for a kid who came up with nothing in Missoula, Montana.

On the podcast, we talk about growing up with less, his badass mom, finding community in skating, SF, Valo, and so much more. It's a good one, with a double dose of Inappropriate Questions featuring Erick Garcia and Tom Hyser.

Cameron Talbott Show Notes:

4:00: Being related to the Marlboro Man, snowboarding, his family situation, his badass mom, abuse, getting inline, community, California, and getting in Daily Bread at 15

21:00: Liquid Force, Feel the Pull and get 15% off your LF Purchase by using the code Powell15 at checkout

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24:00: High School, filming for Hyphy without knowing, creating content for 20+ years, Valo, and going to RB

40:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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42:00: Rollerblade, skating over 4 generations, moving to SF, the pro skate saga

59:00: Inappropriate Questions with Erick Garcia and Tom Hyser

TPM Episode 436: Janelle Yip, Pro Skier May 26, 2025

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Janelle Yip's path to becoming a pro skier was more unexpected than unconventional. She grew up as a skier on the slopestyle path, and while she loved it, being a comp skier wasn't in the cards for Janelle. So, after a gap year led her to Revelstoke, Janelle never gave up on her pro skier dreams, giving herself a 5-year window to make it happen. In year one, Janelle met the crew that would become "The Blondes," altering the trajectory of her life. In what started as a play for free beer, "The Blondes" took the ski world by storm and, in turn, launched three ski careers. On the podcast, Janelle and I talk about the influence of Windell's, starting an all-girls ski crew, Intersection, MSP, and so much more. One of Janelle's partners in crime, Emily Childs, asks the Inappropriate Questions.

Janelle Yip Show Notes:

4:00: Parking, front teeth, sponsors, Ringettes, Windell's, Canada Olympic Park, her gap year, and the dream of becoming a pro skier

18:30: Liquid Force, Feel the Pull and get 15% off your LF Purchase by using the code Powell15 at checkout

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22:00: Revelstoke, meeting Tonje, meeting Emily, making ends meet in Revy, starting a ski crew, sharing a sled, WSI's Intersection fiascos, and MSP

40:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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42:00: Movie tours, TGR, personal projects, "The Blondes" identity, and women

50:00: Inappropriate Questions with Emily Childs

TPM Episode 435: Klaus Obermeyer, Skier, inventor, Entrepreneur, Legend, Part 2 May 19, 2025

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Klaus Obermeyer has had a bigger impact on skiing than any man alive, and when he wasn't innovating the sport, he was in Aspen or traveling the world to ski. He was often found surrounded by a harem of beautiful women. In part 2 of his podcast, we talk about inventing sunscreen, mirrored sunglasses, ski brakes, the down jacket, and so much more. It's crazy the innovations and the fun that Klaus has brought to skiing over his 105 years

Klaus Obermeyer Show Notes Part 2:

4:00: Aspen, 1947 ski school, Freedle Pfieffer, inventing a new ski boot, inventing sun block, raising money, inventing the down jacket,

18:30: Liquid Force, Feel the Pull and get 15% off your LF Purchase by using the code Powell15 at checkout

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22:00: Inventing the mirrored sunglass, inventing the ski brake, inventing aluminum ski poles, patents, Snowmass, and Spider Sabich

34:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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36:30: Athletes, snowboarding, working a lot, and life

TPM Episode 434: Klaus Obermeyer, Inventor, Entrepreneur, Legend May 12, 2025

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Klaus Obermeyer has had a bigger impact on skiing than any man alive, and when he wasn't innovating the sport, he was in Aspen or traveling the world to ski. He was often found surrounded by a harem of beautiful women. Klaus's incredible story started 105 years ago in Hitler's Germany where he was shot by Nazis trying to escape on his skis. From there, he came to America with nothing and eventually became one of the biggest business moguls in skiing. In part 1 of the pod-cast, we talk about making his skis, life in Nazi Germany, moving to the US with $10, Sun Valley, Warren Miller, and much more. This is mandatory listening with a wise man who's lived more than almost anyone.

Klaus Obermeyer Show Notes:

4:00: Being surrounded by beautiful women, skiing, and yodeling

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18:00: Nazi Germany, getting shot by Nazis on skis, moving to the US,

32:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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34:30: Warren Miller, and going to Aspen

TPM Episode 433: Garrett McNamara, Big Wave Surfer May 05, 2025

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Garrett McNamara is a world record-breaking big wave surfer and one of the pioneers of sport. What's crazy about Garrett's story is that while he achieved pro surfer status early on, his career didn't take off until his mid to late 30's when he became infatuated with riding giant waves. And then it exploded to the point where now, at 55, he's launching his 3rd Season of his "100 Foot Wave" series with HBO. On the podcast, we talk about growing up in cults, Hawaii, being there for the beginning of tow-in surfing, being big in Japan, Northshore (the movie) his HBO series, and much more. It's another interesting one with a legend.

Garrett McNamara Show Notes:

4:00: Snowboarding, Jerry Lopez, concussions helmets, health at 55, and his HBO Series 100 Foot Wave

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18:00: Growing up in cults, Berkely, moving to Hawaii with nothing, getting good at surfing, weed, Vans Triple Crown

33:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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35:00: Big in Japan, seeing the first tow in ever, learning the big waves, and towing

38:00: Inappropriate Questions

TPM 432: Khai Krepela, Pro Skier, Marketer Apr 28, 2025

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Khai Krepela is known for his prowess on rails, he made a career out of it, but really, he had a pro ski career because he realized what he was good at and he went all in on that aspect of the sport. But Khai didn't stop at pro athlete, while he still had a little gas left in the tank, Khai found himself behind a desk at K2 for the beginning of his post pro ski career. On the podcast, we talk about inline skating, Park City, Detroit, filming, the X Games and more. Olympic Head Judge Jason Arens asks the Inappropriate Questions.

Khai Krepela Show Notes:

4:00: His name, growing up in Park City, getting sponsored for elementary school, finding blading and skiing through McRae Williams and getting sponsored by Louie Zamora personally for Deshi

13:00: From blading to skiing, rail skiing is easy, Vice Skis, Surface,

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22:00: Toy Soldiers, contests, SIA, money, PBP, Detroit, Will Wesson, and Level 1,

40:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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42:30: Line Skis, X-Games, K2,

51:00: Inappropriate Questions with Jason Arens

TPM Episode 431: Charlie Hoch, Pro Snowboarder, Cannabis Entrepreneur Apr 21, 2025

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Charlie Hoch is a former pro snowboarder turned cannabis entrepreneur, which makes him the perfect guest for 420 week. When I say pro snowboarder, while Charlie competed amongst the likes of Travis Rice and was on the podium at some big events, his snowboard career won't be what defines his existence; his success in the cannabis world will be. From developing the original ice bong to building his 100+ SKU empire today, Charlie could use snowboarding instead of having it the other way around, and on the podcast, we talk snowboarding, weed, and more.

Charlie Hoch Show Notes:

4:00: His 420 plans, Wolf Creek, how smoking a bowl in the backcountry changed his life, going from handrails on his skateboard to big mountain lines

14:00: Fort Lewis, focusing on his sticker business and becoming a pro snowboarder,

20:00: Stanley: The brand that invented the category! Only the best for Powell Movement listeners. Check out Stanley1913.com

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22:00: Close calls, sponsorship, money, making a name for himself at comps, making it work with nothing, photo/video, contests, Alaska, and how does snowboarding end

37:00: Elan Skis: Over 75 years of innovation that makes you better.

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39:30: Founding the Eyce Brand, the weed business, selling his company and buying it back, the products and brands he's involved in, and who he's smoked weed with

51:00: Inappropriate Questions

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