Canadian Skiing Podcast

Jun 20 2024 22 ep. 44 mins 3
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Welcome to the Canadian Skiing Podcast with 2x Olympian and National Ski Team alumni Jesse Cockney. This show will explore Canada’s cross-country skiing landscape and deliver insights from the characters that make it the vibrant community it is. We’ll be interviewing athletes, coaches, techs, officials, volunteers and supporters of cross-country skiing from coast to coast to coast.

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Bonus Pod: Celebrating National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day

Jun 20 2024 55 mins  
In June we celebrate National Indigenous History Month and National Indigenous Peoples Day. A time to recognize the rich history, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples. To celebrate, we had the privilege of speaking with Sharon Firth. She graciously shared her journey, highlighting the significance of Indigenous representation in sport. A member of the

School or Sport? Why Not Both says Jasmine Lyons!

Jun 12 2024 34 mins  
In today's episode, we chat with National Ski Team athlete and University of New Hampshire graduate Jasmine Lyons. Pursuing an education while competing in high-performance sports isn't easy, but it is possible as we learn from Jasmine. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activ

What the Heck is a Ski Playground?

May 28 2024 53 mins  
In today's episode, we talk about one of three programs run through the winter by Nordiq Canada funded by Sport Canada's Community Sport for All Initiative. This episode is sponsored by Salomon! Salomon’s goal is to drive change within our communities by creating more inclusive outdoor experiences. At the same time, they are committed to conducting their business responsibly whil

Reliving Canada's Top Highlights of the 2023-24 Season

Apr 05 2024 47 mins  
In this episode, we chat about Team Canada's top moments from the 2023-24 winter season. Do you know someone who should be recognized for their impact on Canadian skiing? For over 30 years these awards have provided national recognition to Canada’s most impactful people in our cross-country ski community. Nominate them here: https://nordiqcanada.ca/news-item/call-for-nominations-

Wrapping up the Competition Season

Mar 25 2024 39 mins  
In today's episode, we recap the Para Nordic World Championships in Prince George BC, the final World Cup's of the season, and the 2024 Nordiq Canada Ski Nationals in Nakkertok QC. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating a

Checking in with Canada's Graham Ritchie & Lahti World Cup Recap and Prince George Impressions

Mar 07 2024 44 mins  
In this episode, Jesse and Nathaniel recap the World Cup from Lahti, Finland, Nathaniel reports from the 2024 Para Biathlon World Championships in Prince George, BC, and Jesse interviews Graham Ritchie to get an update on the recovery from his December ankle injury and previews the final two weekends of World Cup action.Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-c

Para Biathlon World Ski Championships Preview With Mark Arendz

Mar 01 2024 37 mins  
In this episode, Mark Arendz talks about the upcoming 2024 Para Biathlon World Championships and Para Nordic World Cup Finals in Prince George, BC. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one million Canadians participating annually. Its 77,000 members inclu

Sitting Down with Canada's First Ever U23 Nordic World Ski Championships Gold Medal Relay Team

Feb 22 2024 53 mins  
In today's episode, we chat with Liliane Gagnon, Derek Deuling, Max Hollmann, and Jasmine Drolet about their gold medal at the 2024 Nordic U23 World Ski Championships. We also recap the Para nordic World Cup's in Italy, the FIS World Cup's in Canmore and Minneapolis, and the 2024 Nordic World Junior Ski Championships in Planica Slovenia. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para

Canmore World Cup Preview and Interview with Eric de Nys from WJ/U23 Championships

Feb 08 2024 47 mins  
In today's episode we preview this week's much anticipated World Cup racing in Canmore, AB. We also talk with Nordiq Canada's NextGen Coach, Eric de Nys, about the World Junior and U23 Championships in Planica, SLO. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than on

First World Cup Top 10 for Liliane Gagnon, Para nordic World Cup Recap

Feb 01 2024 45 mins  
In today's episode we talk with Liliane Gagnon about her breakout performance in Gomes Switzerland. We also recap the 2024 Winter Youth Olympic Games and Para nordic World Cup season opener in Toblach Italy. Nordiq Canada is the governing body of Para nordic and cross-country skiing in Canada, which is the nation’s optimal sport and recreational activity with more than one millio