Baller Luzz Posted August 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 29, 2019 Ballers, So after a few months of thinking whether it was a good idea to do this, if I had time, and all the usual considerations… I decided quite ignorantly to open a Podcast about skiing. The idea is to post on Tuesdays. I am going to strive for weekly episodes, but there might be the occasional gap week. I decided to do Tuesday as it tends to be the "grayest" day, generally consisting of driving to work/school/etc thinking about how far the weekend is. Hopefully hearing about skiing on your ride to these activities can be a pleasant experience. I recorded the first episode this week. The easiest way to listen to it for now is to go on thewaterskipodcast.com. I have submitted the podcast to all the major providers, such as Apple Podcast, Google Play, Spotify, and Stitcher. While Apple is still reviewing, the others have already accepted it. I'm told that it is already searchable on Google Play and Stitcher, hopefully the other two will be available soon. Please be patient. This will be a "learn as you go" project. Also, feel free to let me know if you have suggestions. One of the sections I want to host fairly frequently is a questions from listeners thing I skillfully named "Question Time". If you care to hear what I think about anything skiing-related, feel free to shoot me a message here. I'll keep you guys posted whenever The Water Ski Podcast will be available on Apple Podcasts (soon hopefully). Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted August 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 29, 2019 Super cool! Thanks @luzz Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Cooper_Trelawney Posted August 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 29, 2019 This is really good @Luzz. With the decline and closing of skifly's forum and of course no more Waterski Magazine, another source of information and entertainment in the ski world is much welcomed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted August 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 29, 2019 @Cooper_Trelawney didn't that thing die years ago? Instagram is the new skifly Waterski mag still emails me. If you buy a new Malibu it will help your slalom . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted August 30, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted August 30, 2019 Looks like the podcast is available on Apple iTunes and Podcast app ;) Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BMG73 Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 Can’t wait for number 2! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BlueSki Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 Subscribed Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 I’ll be a listener! One thing I’ll say is, don’t be afraid to go long. My favorite podcasts are the ones that go on for hours: Dan Carlin’s Hardcore History is commonly over 4 hours and Joe Rogan is probably the most followed podcast and it’s never less than 2 hours. I still hate it when they’re over. Let conversations be natural conversation and the dialogue seems to make itself without some odd artificial time constraint. I think that your training makes you especially well suited for this as your questions are thought provoking and your insight always makes me think. You also just so happen to be an expert at waterskiing too. As a post script, and I don’t want to hijack your thread @Luzz but as you were “the Flowpoint Professor”, what happened to Flowpoint? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 I agree with @aupatking to a point. There are times where Joe Rogan goes less than 2 hours, either due to guest availability or lack to topics. It's important to keep the length so things stay fresh and interesting. So do what feels right and remember that it takes time to learn this and find a groove. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 I was too tired when I wrote that last night. I couldn’t get my wording right, so I just left it. What I really meant was, if an episode goes long, so what, it’s probably because it’s good! Don’t be constrained by an arbitrary time limit. Short ones are probably going to be good too Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted August 31, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 @aupatking & @vtmecheng fully agree, and thank you for the advise. Particularly in the interviews, I am not going to limit myself to a specific time. Naturally, the length will also depend on my interviewing skills, which have something in common with my training, but they'll take time to refine also. Keep the advise coming ballers, I might be the one doing this, but I am doing it for the sport. Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luv2Ski Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 Love this!!! Thank you. I was hoping someone would do this. I just subscribed on Apple! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Cnewbert Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 I’m looking forward to this. Thank you! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 Whatever time comes naturally, no reason to force it. There are plenty of popular podcasts that are 15 minutes each. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller dbaconaz Posted August 31, 2019 Baller Share Posted August 31, 2019 can't wait!! been waiting for this!! I hope we can come together and grow the sport!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jkill_88 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 I searched on Apple and it was there! Really excited. My advice would be to make sure you do a realm of topics to keep both beginners, advanced, and recreational people interested! Listening to episode 1 now! I’ll listen to a super long podcast if it’s a good topic and convo that warrants a lengthy discussion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 1, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 1, 2019 @jkill_88 that's the plan, I want it to be accessible to all levels :) Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skispray Posted September 1, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 1, 2019 Do you plan to cover 3 event skiing or only slalom? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Cnewbert Posted September 1, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 1, 2019 Subscribed! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 1, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 1, 2019 @skispray whatever comes to mind, tho the VAST majority of listenership will be swerving on one stick Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dabeej20 Posted September 1, 2019 Share Posted September 1, 2019 Just subscribed on Apple, excited to listen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller KRoundy Posted September 2, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 2, 2019 Following this Podcast on Spotify! Don't be afraid to share a bit about your own life! I'd love to hear how you got into skiing, how/when you became a pro, and just some good stories from the water ski community. I'm sure that you have sponsors which might make product discussions / reviews really hard, but that sure would be a great thing to listen to. It would be super fun if you could do interviews with some people like the LaPoints, Eddie Roberts, or others that have been with the sport for decades. They could share stories, talk about how skiing / equipment / training has progressed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted September 2, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 2, 2019 I would love to hear some about sport psychology and skiing, both with respect to training and tournaments. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted September 3, 2019 Administrators Share Posted September 3, 2019 Episode 2 is on the BallOfSpray front page. If I can figure out how to embed I will. Goode ★ HO Syndicate ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 6, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 6, 2019 Episode 2: Ski Talk with Ashley Stevens Trying a new way to share the podcast that is a bit more user friendly. If you click on the link above the following should happen: If you are on a Mac, it should bring you to podcasts.apple.com If you are on iPhone, it should open Apple Podcasts (if you have the app) If you are on Android, it should open Google Podcasts (if you have the app) If none of the above, it should send you to the podcast's website Can someone with Android test it and let me know :smile: ? Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller robmollysilverlake Posted September 6, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 6, 2019 @Luzz the link works on Android too. Thanks for the great podcast!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller KRoundy Posted September 6, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 6, 2019 Podcast number 2 has me regretting my college decisions - note, I went to college in the late 80s! :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted September 7, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 7, 2019 Very cool. Looking forward to next Tuesday. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted September 7, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 7, 2019 Agree @KRoundy. Virginia Tech had a ski club when I was there, it's disbanded now. I didn't do it because the lake was 45 minutes away and I was afraid of the time commitment with engineering classes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 12, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 12, 2019 Hope you all are enjoying this so far ;) Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted September 12, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 12, 2019 Nice job! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Carl Posted September 12, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 12, 2019 Great interview Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shakeski Posted September 12, 2019 Share Posted September 12, 2019 So awesome! Love the content!!! What the sport needs! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 17, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 17, 2019 In this fourth episode of The Water Ski Podcast, Matteo interviews Igor Morozov, the winner of the Malibu Open Jump event.Some of the things the two bearded men talked about on Sunday include:Igor's win on his first jump the night beforeHow Igor started skiing and the early daysHis ability to combine skiing with other passionsLiving the life of a water skier vs. living a city life and struggle to find time to ski How skiing in the US helped him improve as a jumperThe role of a coach in skiingTips on how to make jumping safer and more approachableThe current state of jumping at the pro level… and more!Igor is by far one of the most interesting characters in the world of water skiing. I enjoyed this conversation a lot and, had he not had to go and catch some waves to surf, we would have probably gone on for another two hours!Here's a few links to relive the action of the 2019 Malibu Open (webcast provided by the Water Ski Broadcasting Company): Also, here's a few links to dive into Igor's world:igor-morozov.com InstagramSubscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and let's keep the momentum going!If you are enjoying like supporting the podcast, please consider a donation. Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted September 21, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 21, 2019 @Luzz great episode. Took me 3 days of commute and a coffee in bed this am to finish it but great content As an aging skier who has plopped a few times in college you have me looking at jump skis. When talking about sites... Someone needs to bring world's to Milwaukee. Coordinate for beer fest. And make sure to treat the water. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 21, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 21, 2019 @BraceMaker I know, quite a long one :smiley: I loved this convo with Igor, and made me want to go back on the ramp also! Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 24, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 24, 2019 In this fifth episode of The Water Ski Podcast, Matteo interviews Brittany Greenwood, a Registered Dietitian and Pro Jumper. Some of the things Matteo and Brittany discussed: • Brittany's first experience at the Open Worlds • Recent breakthroughs in her jumping. • How she balances work and skiing. • Her job as a registered dietitian • Simple nutritional advise for skiers • … and more Follow Brittany on Instagram or shoot her an email if you have questions about nutrition and water skiing. Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and let's keep the momentum going! If you are enjoying this podcast, please consider a donation. Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller 76SS Posted September 25, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 25, 2019 Started listening yesterday, thanks for doing this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller BraceMaker Posted September 25, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 25, 2019 @Luzz - maybe mention to her the other 2 forms of food Pickled and Fermented.- ;) Can't have a good bloody mary after a sunday AM set if there is no pickled and no fermented. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted September 25, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 25, 2019 My fav’ episode so far. Makes my commute so easy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller whitem71 Posted September 25, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 25, 2019 Thanks Matteo, makes my commute enjoyable, problem is I get to work and want to go ski! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted September 25, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted September 25, 2019 @whitem71 well, then I am achieving one of my objectives with this podcast :wink: Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller aupatking Posted September 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 29, 2019 I listened to you and Igor and you and Brittany on my way to and from the fall tournament at Ski Watch the last couple days. @Luzz I love what you’re doing. You are doing a fantastic job! I also think I want Igor to be my new best friend B). That guy seems to be as cool as they come! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller vtmecheng Posted September 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted September 29, 2019 @whitem71 it doesn't take a podcast to make me think of skiing while at work. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted October 2, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted October 2, 2019 In this sixth episode, Matteo answers a few questions from listeners. Some of the topics covered: Performance anxiety, especially with regards to approaching one's first competition. The physiology and psychology of emotions Similarities and differences between anxiety and excitement Tips to prepare for one's first tournament How to address a cold streak in performance The importance of logging and reflecting The effect of overthinking on performance Different strategies to re-assess The monetary and career prospect of a young skier wanting to become a pro skier The crucial role of a coach Sources of income for pro skiers How passion should fuel the process Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and let's keep the momentum going! Also, please consider rating and leaving a written review on Apple Podcast :smile: If you are enjoying this podcast, please consider a donation. Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted October 2, 2019 Baller Share Posted October 2, 2019 Nice job @Luzz. Very solid information and suggestions. A great gift to the waterski community and today’s info’ is useful across many athletic interests. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luzz Posted October 8, 2019 Author Baller Share Posted October 8, 2019 This seventh episode of The Water Ski Podcast is the first of a two-part interview with Jay Bennett. Jay is a world-renown water ski coach, tournament organizer, and business owner.Some of the things Matteo and Jay discussed:Jay's first water ski experiencesThe beginnings of Bennett's Ski SchoolThe organization of big events, such as Nationals, Collegiate Nationals, and LA Night JamThe former and current state of Professional Water SkiingThe role of collegiate skiing in promoting the sport… and a TON more!In 2018, Jay was inducted in the Hall Of Fame of the National Collegiate Water Ski Association. Marcus Brown shot a great clip showing Jay's acceptance speech, and I invite you to check it out.Also, keep up with what is going on at Bennett's through their website, Facebook, Instagram, and take a look at the 3 Event Store!Subscribe to the podcast on your favorite platform and let's keep the momentum going!If you are enjoying this podcast, please consider a donation. Ski coach at Jolly Ski, Organizer of the San Gervasio Pro Am (2023 Promo and others), Co-Organizer of the Jolly Clinics. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller APB Posted October 8, 2019 Baller Share Posted October 8, 2019 Awesome episode. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted October 9, 2019 Baller Share Posted October 9, 2019 Excellent job! Can’t wait for part 2 and I want go to Bennett’s even more now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Luv2Ski Posted October 9, 2019 Baller Share Posted October 9, 2019 Love this interview with Jay Bennett! This will be one to remember in the history books many years from now. What an Icon Jay is. I have talked to Jay many times but this interview helps me to know so much more about him and his beginnings. So inspiring! Thanks Matteo for bringing us this content. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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