Skirious problems

Oberhof debrief: Germany ain't so sh*t, Norwegian Olympic selection, Lars Heggen = GOAT

In this engaging episode, Mika and Skirious dive into the world of cross-country skiing, sharing their personal experiences and insights from the recent Oberhof event. They discuss the challenges of maintaining performance under pressure, the intricacies of Olympic selection, and the camaraderie among athletes. With humor and candid reflections, they explore the infrastructure at Oberhof, the competitive nature of the sport, and the achievements of fellow skiers. This episode is a must-listen for anyone interested in the dynamics of professional skiing. 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyNDukQ7Ucv7IdfXzpg  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/skirious-problems/id1718097138  RSS-Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss  🤳🏼 FOLLOW US:  Skirious Problems: https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems  Mika Vermeulen: https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver  James Clugnet: https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz

Coletta Rydzek: Bavarian Export, Nordic Skier, and Secret Alpine Gossip Broker

Trust us, this episode with Coletta Rydzek is loaded with honest talk, fresh gossip, and a ton of laughs. We kick things off diving into German ski culture: strict performance tests, old-school coaching styles, and how things are changing for the better (thanks to some Scandinavian influence and a little more flexibility). Coletta Rydzek opens up about her own journey, hitting her stride after a rocky start, and even shares what it was like to win her first World Cup with her brother cheering her on. Of course, we also got some spicy rumors for you - dating drama in the athlete world, boyfriend talk, and a peek at what goes down on TikTok and at German ski camps. Plus, if you’ve ever wondered why biathlon is basically a religion in Germany or got confused by all these weird testing acronyms, you’ll want to stick around! 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON: * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyNDukQ7Ucv7IdfXzpg [https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyNDukQ7Ucv7IdfXzpg] * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/skirious-problems/id1718097138 [https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/skirious-problems/id1718097138 ] * RSS-Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss [https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss ] * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SkiriousProblems [https://www.youtube.com/@SkiriousProblems ] 🤳🏼 FOLLOW US: * Skirious Problems: https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems [https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems ] * Mika Vermeulen: https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver [https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver ] * James Clugnet: https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz [https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz ] Skirious Problems is partially supported by FIS and produced in cooperation with Maniac Studios [https://www.maniacstudios.com/].

Matt C Smith: Discussing (arguing) Olympic quota allocation

Prepare Pop Corn, your hosts invite South-African skier Matt C Smith for an entertaining and full on argument about the quota allocation process for Olympic Games  In this engaging conversation, the hosts and guest Matt C Smith delve into the complexities of quota allocation in cross-country skiing, particularly in the context of the upcoming Olympics. They discuss the misunderstandings surrounding small and large nations, the importance of relay events, and the role of media in promoting the sport. The dialogue emphasizes the need for systemic change in qualification standards and the importance of unity among nations to foster growth in the skiing community. Personal stories and experiences are shared, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of athletes from various backgrounds. 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON:  Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyNDukQ7Ucv7IdfXzpg  Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/skirious-problems/id1718097138  RSS-Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss  🤳🏼 FOLLOW US:  Skirious Problems: https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems  Mika Vermeulen: https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver  James Clugnet: https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz

Heat Mass start and Tour de ski debrief - Here's for 20 years of Tour de Ski

Your nb 1 podcast is back ! This time we discuss all that has happened at the tour de ski, with the sucess of the austrian team and the new heat mass start format, here's for a classic episode with lots of blabbing, some good banter and as always some talks about Mika's knob.

Dario Cologna: Why Liechtenstein Still Isn’t Ready for This Comeback

We’ve got cross-country ski royalty in the house. Legendary Dario Cologna, who’s not just a four-time Tour de Ski winner but also a quadruple Olympic gold medalist and one of the biggest names Switzerland has ever produced. We chat with Dario about everything: how he went from a small mountain village to the top of the podium, his insane comeback from injury right before the Olympics, and a few wild stories about broken skis and race-day crashes. You’ll also hear Dario’s honest take on how the sport has changed (including his thoughts on that controversial 5k mass start!), what it’s like being a superstar in Switzerland, and what he’s been up to since retiring—including running a marathon in a crazy fast time. 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON:  * Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyNDukQ7Ucv7IdfXzpg [https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyNDukQ7Ucv7IdfXzpg]  * Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/skirious-problems/id1718097138 [https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast/skirious-problems/id1718097138]  * RSS-Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss [https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss]  * YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@SkiriousProblems [https://www.youtube.com/@SkiriousProblems] 🤳🏼 FOLLOW US:  * Skirious Problems: https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems [https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems]  * Mika Vermeulen: https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver [https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver]  * James Clugnet: https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz [https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz]  Skirious Problems is partially supported by FIS and produced in cooperation with Maniac Studios [https://www.maniacstudios.com/].