Alpine Pulse

Mikaela Shiffrin and Marco Odermatt are not just two of the greatest ski racers of our generation — they are among the athletes who have redefined what excellence looks like in modern skiing. In this episode of Alpine Pulse Unplugged, they come together as two of the defining athletes of their era — connected by a level of excellence few can relate to. At the very peak of the sport, they observe,...

Laura Pirovano is the perfect example of perseverance, patience, and heart. In a sport that demands early talent and often celebrates instant success, Laura took the long way—pushing through injuries, setbacks, and years of near misses without losing her belief in herself or her dreams. This season, everything changed in a flash. Laura finally broke through, winning back-to-back World Cup downhill...

Thea Louise Stjernesund is the kind of athlete who reminds us what it truly means to keep believing — especially when the sport doesn’t seem to believe in you back. In this episode, Thea opens up about her journey from the small, flat hills around Oslo — far from the traditional pathways of alpine success — to becoming one of the most consistent giant slalom skiers on the World Cup circuit. An und...

Kalle Eriksson is no ordinary ski racer - and neither is Sierra Smith. Together, they make up one of para-alpine skiing’s most exciting duos, racing at breakneck speeds where trust and communication aren’t just important, they’re everything. When Kalle was seventeen, his life changed in an instant. While helping at a ski training camp on a glacier in northern Sweden, he began losing his vision due...

Jesper Pedersen is one of the most extraordinary athletes in para-alpine skiing - and he just got his first Paralympic Gold Medal in Milano Cortina. A competitor whose story goes far beyond the medals and the records. Born with spina bifida and paralyzed from the waist down, Jesper was first introduced to the slopes at just two years old, sitting on his father’s lap. That early spark ignited a jou...

Dave Ryding is one of the most remarkable underdog stories the World Cup has ever seen. Hailing from Lancashire, far from the iconic snowy peaks of the Alps, Dave didn’t even ski on snow until the age of 12. Instead, his journey began on a dry slope, armed with nothing but grit, resilience, and a refusal to give up. In this episode of Alpine Pulse, host Nick Fellows sits down with Dave to explore...

River Radamus is one of the most creative and passionate skiers on the World Cup Tour—a bold athlete whose colorful hair and fearless racing have made him the new face of a generation daring to dream big. Host Nick Fellows welcomes River for a candid conversation about his journey from a ski-obsessed childhood in Vail, Colorado, to Youth Olympic champion and rising American star. River opens up ab...

Kajsa Vickhoff Lie is the embodiment of courage, energy, and Norwegian spirit—an alpine skier who has turned pain into purpose and setbacks into history. She talks about her incredible journey: from her devastating crash in Val di Fassa, through the lonely road of recovery during COVID, to her triumphant return as the first Norwegian woman to win a World Cup downhill. But Kajsa is more than her re...

Clément Noël is one of the most technically gifted slalom skiers of his generation — a reigning Olympic champion whose calm precision and quiet brilliance turn pressure into poetry on the slopes. In this episode, host Nick Fellows sits down with Clément to explore his journey from the Vosges mountains to Val d’Isère, uncovering the focus, patience and family roots that have shaped his career. We g...

Sara Hector is a world-class athlete whose story is a testament to quiet courage, resilience, and the power of long-term belief. In this episode, host Nick Fellows sits down with the reigning Olympic giant slalom champion to retrace the defining moments of her career — including a deep dive into that unforgettable Olympic day that changed everything. Fresh off her victory in the final giant slalom...

Wendy Holdener is one of Switzerland’s most celebrated and resilient alpine ski racers. From her early days chasing her older brothers through the slopes of Unteriberg to standing atop Olympic and World Championship podiums, Wendy’s career is a testament to perseverance, versatility, and a deep love for the sport. In this intimate conversation with host Nick Fellows, Wendy opens up about her begin...

Loïc Meillard is one of Switzerland's coolest and most consistent ski racers. In this conversation with host Nick Fellows, we get to know the real Loïc: From his early days in Neuchatel to the family move that set him on the path to ski racing stardom, he shares powerful insights into his journey, his bond with his sister and fellow athlete Mélanie, and the unique challenges and rewards of competi...

Marco Odermatt is probably the most complete skier of his generation and a national hero in Switzerland. From humble beginnings in rural Central Switzerland to carving his legacy as a multi-discipline World Cup champion, Marco Odermatt shares the pivotal moments, mindset, and relationships that shaped his rise in this episode. Hear Marco’s reflections on how family, teammates and the team around h...

Sofia Goggia talks about her remarkable journey — from her childhood dreams chasing her older brother on the slopes near Bergamo, to her Olympic triumphs and relentless comebacks after injuries that would have ended most careers. You’ll hear firsthand how the mountains shaped Sofia’s passion for speed, what it feels like to take risks at 110 km/h, and how family, resilience, and inner drive fuel h...

Henrik Kristoffersen talks about his journey from his childhood days in Rælingen, away from Norway’s main alpine centers, to becoming one of the sport’s most precise and fiercely committed technical skiers. From being coached by his father Lars and learning tough life lessons, to developing in a modest environment and pushing through challenges that shaped his relentless work ethic, Henrik opens u...

Norway’s Atle Lie McGrath is the all-rounder of Norwegian skiing in every sense: technically versatile on the hill, culturally hybrid between the U.S. and Norway, and emotionally multifaceted in the way he approaches life and sport. Known for his resilience, humor, and creativity, Atle’s journey from a skiing family split between Vermont and Norway to World Cup podiums has been defined by both bri...

Cornelia Hütter talks about her inspiring path from her humble beginnings near Graz, Austria, where she first found her zest for winter sports—not on skis, but on a snowboard. We’ll hear firsthand from “Conny” about her transition from snowboarding to the fiercely competitive world of professional ski racing. She opens up about her deep-rooted love for sport, the unique challenges of growing up fa...

American downhiller Bryce Bennett—a towering figure in every sense of the word, is known for his unique blend of grit, humor, and perseverance. Raised in the snowy playgrounds of Tahoe, Bryce Bennett’s love of skiing runs deep, shaped by a family rooted in mountain culture and a journey that’s anything but conventional. He opens up about the challenges of carving his own path in the sport: from lo...

Alice Robinson, whose meteoric rise as a fearless 17-year-old instantly shook up the ski racing world. From her unforgettable debut win at the Sölden season opener to navigating the pressure and isolation of being an underdog from a non-traditional ski nation, Alice’s story is one of resilience, raw talent, and remarkable personal growth. Nick Fellows and Alice Robinson dive deep into the pivotal...

Aleksander Aamodt Kilde is Olympic and World Championship medalist, 2020 Overall Title Winner and one of the sport’s most respected competitors. But this conversation goes well beyond the stat sheet. Nick Fellows and the Norwegian speed sensation dive into a journey of resilience, tracing a comeback story marked by brutal injuries, relentless recovery, and the unwavering support of family and frie...

Zrinka Ljutić is a rising Croatian ski star and the 2025 World Cup Slalom Globe winner—who claimed the title before turning 22 and has already racked up nine World Cup podiums and three victories. From her tight-knit roots in Zagreb, with a family deeply devoted to skiing, to the whirlwind of international competition, Zrinka Ljutić opens up about discipline, determination, and maintaining her aut...

Lucas Pinheiro Braathen is one of alpine skiing’s most colorful and charismatic athletes. An athlete who turned his sport upside down with bold choices and even bolder comebacks. His journey in ski racing has been nothing short of a wild adventure. From winning the 2023 Slalom Globe and making history as Brazil’s first World Cup winner, to bold fashion statements and an iconic comeback under a new...

Paula Moltzan is one of the brightest stars on the Audi FIS Ski World Cup circuit. From a humble start skiing at Minnesota's Buck Hill to the heights of World Cup podiums, Paula Moltzan shares her inspiring journey—a story, unconventional pathways, and pure love for ski racing. You will get an exclusive look behind the scenes as Paula Moltzan discusses the impact of legendary coach Eric Sailer, th...

Marco Schwarz—Austria’s “Mister Allrounder” and “Golden Boy”—is one of the most versatile athletes in Alpine skiing today. From his earliest days gliding across his backyard to conquering multiple World Cup podiums across nearly every discipline, Marco’s journey is a testament to quiet strength, determination, and an unwavering love for the sport. You’ll hear how childhood idols like Hermann Maier...

Federica Brignone—also known as “The Snow Tiger”—is Italy’s most successful female ski racer. From her earliest days racing down the slopes of Valle De Aosta, through rewriting Italian ski history with World Cup victories and Olympic medals, Federica shares what fuels her passion for competition, her love for adventure, and the unique family dynamic that shaped her journey. In this first episode o...