Ski or Die

Apr 12 2024 25 ep. 31 mins 2

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Pro water skiers and Ski or Die co-founders Elizabeth Montavon and Stevie Island bring their outspoken and irreverent opinions to the masses. Follow them as they discuss their experiences on the pro tour, debate hot topics in professional water skiing, share the do’s and don’ts of cross-training, and explore what makes a winning mindset. This show will change the way you see competitive water skiing.

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Ep 25 — Triumph at the 2024 Moomba Masters

Apr 12 2024 37 mins

Kicking off the 2024 season, join us as Elizabeth takes on the Moomba Masters. Despite a devastating first round down under, she secures a podium finish in a true Elizabeth-style comeback. In this episode, we dive into the mental and physical preparations that led to her stunning turnaround, the atmosphere and challenges of the event, and key lessons learned from her journey back t

The 2023 IWWF Water Ski World Championships Recap

Oct 22 2023 38 mins

Stevie’s first Worlds and Elizabeth’s second: let’s get into it!

So You’re in a Slump

Sep 01 2023 42 mins

This one will have you in your feels! Stevie and Elizabeth talk about ski slumps — past and present. It’s a tough subject that permeates beyond skiing, which makes it all the more important to tackle. We hope this helps anyone who needs it.

Should You Ski When You’re Sore?

Aug 26 2023 33 mins

In this episode, Stevie and Elizabeth give a quick life update about their time in Europe before tackling a question as old as time itself: should you ski when you’re sore or take some time off? You’ll have some homework after this one. Let’s get after it!

Don’t Be Confused: What Young People Want in Water Skiing

Feb 05 2023 36 mins

In this episode, Stevie and Elizabeth discuss themes for engaging with — and retaining — younger fans and athletes in the sport. Do you agree with the research?

Welcome to Season 2 — 2023 Mentality

Dec 15 2022 19 mins

Stevie & Elizabeth are back for season 2! Catch up with them as they briefly chat about some select highs and lows from the 2022 season, their framework to approach the new year, and the mentality they're taking into 2023. Damn, it's good to be back!

75 Hard – Control The Narrative or It Will Control You

Jan 23 2022 26 mins

In this episode, we talk about 75 Hard — what it is, why we’re doing it, and what we hope to get out of it. It’s all about habits, discipline, and the changes we’ve already noticed just 7 days in. Will this be the ultimate way to prepare for the 2022 season or will we fail?

Community Ask: Answering All Your Questions

Nov 28 2021 36 mins

Your questions are back in the spotlight! This time we’re talking about how we use our Whoop to train, how we think water skiing could make it back into the mainstream, and whether or not your eyes matter in the course. Enjoy!

Elizabeth’s First Pro Tour Stop Win: Miami Pro

Nov 21 2021 61 mins

There’s a first for everything and water skiing is no exception! In this week’s episode, we discuss Mastercraft Pro, Goode testing days, and the ups and downs leading right up to Miami Pro. Elizabeth recounts the play-by-play of her first pro win, and we both discuss our plans for the off-season.

Ep 16 — The Malibu Open and 2021 World Championships

Oct 23 2021 46 mins

This is the big one! In this episode, we cover why we almost bailed on the Malibu Open the morning of the prelims, Elizabeth’s first World Championships experience, and what not to do to someone on the dock right before they ski. We hope you enjoy this on-the-road-fresh-off-the-event session!