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Ski or Die
Hosted by Ski or Die with Elizabeth Montavon & Stevie Island · EN
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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Truck Talks: What Makes an Elite Skier Elite?
Feb 20, 202500:23:30Tap to summarizeIn this thought-provoking episode of Ski or Die Truck Talks, Elizabeth turns the spotlight on Stevie as he shares his unique insights into what he thinks distinguishes the elite skiers from the rest. Drawing on a snapshot of experience from behind the wheel with some of the top performers from the 2024 season, Stevie breaks down the nuanced traits and habits that define the best in the men’s elite slalom. From progressive load to the roles of the onside and offside, this episode offers a deep dive into the world of technical diversity within high-performance water skiing.
Transcribe →Truck Talks: Reigniting Curiosity For a New Ski Season
Feb 14, 202500:21:57Tap to summarizeWelcome to a fresh chapter of Ski or Die! In this episode, we introduce "Truck Talks," our exciting new format aimed at delivering more consistent and engaging content throughout 2025. Now, not only can you listen on your favorite podcast platforms, but you can also watch us on YouTube! We delve into our experiences of feeling burnt out at the end of the 2024 season and how we finally took some much-needed time off — the first in years. We'll share the transformative impact this break has had on us both personally and professionally, and outline our revitalized strategies to stay fired up for the 2025 ski season. Join us as we kick off the new season with renewed energy and curiosity, ready to tackle the waters with enthusiasm and fresh insights. Happy 2025 ski season, everyone — let's ski or die!
Transcribe →Ep 25 — Triumph at the 2024 Moomba Masters
Apr 12, 202400:37:59Tap to summarizeKicking 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 to the top.
Transcribe →The 2023 IWWF Water Ski World Championships Recap
Oct 22, 202300:38:19Tap to summarizeStevie’s first Worlds and Elizabeth’s second: let’s get into it!
Transcribe →So You’re in a Slump
Sep 1, 202300:42:02Tap to summarizeThis 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.
Transcribe →Should You Ski When You’re Sore?
Aug 26, 202300:33:23Tap to summarizeIn 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!
Transcribe →Don’t Be Confused: What Young People Want in Water Skiing
Feb 5, 202300:36:21Tap to summarizeIn 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?
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Welcome to Season 2 — 2023 Mentality
Dec 16, 202200:19:55Tap to summarizeStevie & 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!
Transcribe →75 Hard – Control The Narrative or It Will Control You
Jan 23, 202200:26:41Tap to summarizeIn 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?
Transcribe →Community Ask: Answering All Your Questions
Nov 28, 202100:36:13Tap to summarizeYour 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!
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