Sponsored, Episode 29: Colston Vb

Sponsored, Episode 29: Colston Vb

Author: Powder Radio April 5, 2017 Duration: 29:41

On this episode of the "Sponsored" podcast, Colston VB talks to host Mike Powell about the struggle to make it as a professional skier. The two discuss Vb's role on Bravo's reality TV show, Timber Creek Lodge, which he was conflicted about appearing on.

"Within skiing I really focused on not selling out," he says. "I really focused on staying super core and not doing the cheesy Instagram stuff and not compromising myself and I wanted to be talent first. A part of it was funny and part of it was to take a break and enjoy it. I'm really happy I did it."

2:00: Growing up in Rossland, BC, in a ski bum home 6:00: Colston's career 9:55: Overcoming money issues and living life to its fullest 11:30: Sponsors and Jeff Schmuck helping him out 12:55: Being a professional, getting an agent, and learning lessons 16:10: The biggest moments of his ski career 18:25: How did he get into reality TV? Does it kill skiing?
22:30: Being semi-famous in a digital world 23:45: Questions from fans of the show 26:00: Money in reality TV and what’s next in skiing, TV, and life


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.
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