Sponsored, Episode 13: Mike Douglas

Sponsored, Episode 13: Mike Douglas

Author: Powder Radio November 30, 2016 Duration: 39:57

This week on the "Sponsored" podcast, Mike Douglas tells his story, including the time he first went skiing—on a school trip when he was in the fifth grade, at Vancouver Island's Mount Washington.

"We went up there and felt that sensation of sliding on snow and the adventure that came with that, cruising down this forested run, I did this big long turn wondering what was coming up around the corner thinking, 'This is the coolest thing ever.'" Pretty much from that first day, that was the ultimate, and that's all I wanted to do."

Show Notes: 1:30: Film Festivals and ‘Guilt Trip’ 3:30 Climate Change 4:40: Growing up and getting into skiing 10:00: The progression of his ski career 14:00: Not going back to school 19:36: The beginning of the New School 22:00: We need new gear 30:08: Technology now matches what snowboarding has 33:45: Product development involvement over the years 36:27: Salomon Freeski TV


There's a whole world of experience waiting just off the groomed trails, and Sponsored: The stories behind the skiers from Powder Radio is your ticket to it. This isn't just about technique or gear reviews; it's about the people who live for the mountains and the unique lives they've built around them. Each episode pulls up a chair in the lodge or sits on a ski lift next to someone fascinating, exploring how skiing shapes identity, community, and adventure. You'll hear from athletes, guides, artists, and locals whose personal journeys are deeply intertwined with the snow and the slopes. The conversations naturally delve into the culture of mountain towns, the thrill of discovering remote places, and the societal threads that bind this passionate community together. By focusing on the human element behind every turn, this podcast captures the spirit of the sport in a way that feels both intimate and expansive. Tune in for authentic stories that go far beyond the finish line, reminding us why we're drawn to these wild, beautiful places in the first place.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 34

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