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On the 20th anniversary of her horrific accident and creation of the Kelly Brush Foundation, Kelly joins The Next Turn for a heartfelt and inspiring conversation. From early days of recovery, the seeds of the Foundation to enormous growth and impact it has now, Kelly talks us through it all. It is a wonderful chat with a woman who has found a way to take an unfortunate circumstance and turn it into positive change for our sport and well beyond. We also have a terrific Olympic recap with special guests, Christine Feehan and Jacques Reid.

We are thrilled to have Dženifera Ģērmane as our guest this week on The Next Turn. The 22 year old slalom skier from Latvia has found her way to the front page of the World Cup rankings. Despite a career riddled with injuries, Jenny, as she likes to be called, has managed to keep building and growing, while remaining grateful for the blessings and and cruel twists ski racing presents.

This week on The Next Turn we take a close look at the NCAA circuit with the perspectives of two successful coaches in the league, Joonas Räsänen of the University of Denver, and Bill Reichelt of the University of Vermont. In a candid discussion we dive into the recruiting process, what makes a good recruit and the difficulties of building the right team. We also cover the role of collegiate skiing in the larger development system, and the strengths and weaknesses of the league. It’s a must listen for future student athletes, their parents and coaches.

This week, The Next Turn is thrilled to have Ed Drake as our guest to take a deep look at the Alpine World Cup tour. As the lead commentator for TNT’s alpine coverage, former Olympian and host of The Ski Racing Podcast, Ed has a unique and heavily experienced perspective that he shares for our listeners. This episode will have you fired up, with your finger on the pulse of the athletes as we head into the Olympics.

This week, we are excited to have Steve Porino join as we reach the halfway point of the World Cup Season and are mere days away from the Winter Olympics in Cortina. As the long-time voice of alpine coverage for NBC, Steve shares his unique and experienced perspective on the current storylines that are making headlines in our sport. From behind the scenes production of broadcasts, the process of gathering of information, and the struggles of getting up in the middle of the night to share his passion, Steve shares it all. This conversation is the perfect recap and tee-up for the Games, and we will all become better fans because of Steve’s insights.

This week on The Next Turn, we are joined by Miha Hrobat of Slovenia and breaks down why last season was such a success, what clicked in his skiing, and why he’s quietly become one of the sneakiest fast speed racers on the World Cup. We dig into the surprising reason behind his early-season struggles, and how those challenges shaped his mindset heading into the heart of the winter.With the speed classics at Wengen and Kitzbühel right around the corner, Miha shares how he’s feeling mentally and physically as the stakes rise on the sport’s most demanding tracks.He also gives rare insight into the Slovenian team dynamic — the strengths that make it competitive, the weaknesses they’re still working through, and what it’s really like racing speed for a nation not traditionally known for downhill.And in a candid, thoughtful segment, Miha doesn’t hold back as we explore FIS safety issues, course setting, and the realities speed racers face week in and week out. Smart, honest, and packed with real perspective — this is an episode you don’t want to miss.

The Next Turn is back heading into the New Year with Valérie Grenier and Britt Richardson. Coming directly off solid results at Semmering, Austria, where the conditions were incredibly tough, the two Canadians talk through the challenges of that day. Val and Britt share their thoughts on where they feel they each are in the arcs of their respective careers, the parallels, the opportunities for improvement ahead, and managing the pressure and expectations in the build up to the Milan/Cortina Games.

This week on The Next Turn, Erika Pykäläinen of Finland joins us for a candid conversation about the challenges of an early start on the World Cup and the tough road to find success at the highest level of our sport. From technical cues to mental adjustments, coaches insights to personal ownership…no subject was off limits. Erika shows her grit, resilience, gratitude and humor in this very enjoyable chat.

Thea Louise Stjernesund and Mina Fürst Holtmann may share a nation, but their paths to the World Cup couldn’t be more different — one a child prodigy, the other a late bloomer. In this episode, they take us back to the beginning, sharing how they found ski racing, what hooked them, and what’s kept them in the sport. Recorded after Sölden and Levi and before Copper, Thea and Mina walk us through the early part of their season: what’s worked, what hasn’t, and what they’re carrying forward. They offer insight into their training habits, inspection style, and the unique communication-driven culture of the Norwegian team. They also open up about what they admire in each other’s skiing… and the card game they can’t get enough of, all provides for a lively, thoughtful conversation with two athletes on the rise.

Felix Monsén is currently the only Swede competing in World Cup speed — to keep his career on track without the funding of the Swedish Team, he founded the Speed Swedes, the platform for him to create his own team and to cover his own travel, accommodation, and training heading into the 2026 Cortina Olympic Games. In this episode, Felix explains what happened and how he suddenly faced the possibility of forced retirement. Despite near–career-ending injuries, Felix chose to keep going. He now races independently for Sweden with coach, manager and best friend Alex Koell at his side. This conversation might frustrate you, but it will also fire you up — because when everything fell away, the people who believed in his talent, along with his own belief in himself, kept him moving forward. Felix and Alex share what it really takes to run an independent World Cup speed team: the work, the travel, the finances, and the grit.

The Next Turn continues the tradition of learning from the best coaches in the sport; Forest Carey is a career ski coach who has worn nearly every hat in the sport — including two seasons with Bode Miller’s independent “Team America.” After more than a decade with the U.S. Ski Team, he’s now running a Groms program in Park City, focusing on fun, feel, and confidence for young athletes. We talk about what it means to meet athletes where they are — from the world’s best to kids who just want to catch air. Forest brings a thoughtful, honest perspective that brings the sport back to what lasts: joy, movement, courage, and feel. As always, Martin, Cara and Jeff share their “thoughts of the day.” Be well, ski well.

We’re kicking off Season 6 of The Next Turn with French slalom specialist Steven Amiez. Now heading into his fourth full year on the World Cup circuit, Steven is analytical, grounded, and quietly determined to make his mark. He talks about the setbacks that shaped him and what drives him—the pursuit of a podium and the rush of seeing green numbers beside his name. Whether this is your first time hearing about Steven Amiez or not (his Wikipedia page is barely three sentences long), you’ll come away impressed by his honesty, his patience, and his love for the sport.

This week, the freshly crowned NCAA champions join The Next Turn. Sara Rask is currently wrapping up her college career in Denver after a few years with the Swedish national team and the Europa Cup circuit and is now living that student-athlete life with zero regrets and no World Cup pressure. Johs Braathen Herland is a first-year at University of Utah, but as you’ll hear, he is eyeing the big leagues and dreams of being a part of Norway’s Attacking Vikings. And Jayden Buckrell who came up through the provincial system, stuck it out in Canada, and is now tearing it up as a freshman with the University of New Hampshire. Together, the three break down the East vs West NCAA rivalry, what it’s like to win titles in your first year, and the very real challenges of balancing student life with high-level performance. They also reflect on the value of an NCAA championship — not just in North America, but in their home countries — and how the collegiate circuit stacks up against NorAm and Europa Cup racing. All this and some good old fashioned college pride and rivalry make for an awesome conversation. As always, hosts Martin, Cara and Jeff share their “SWIX Thoughts of the Day”. And this week’s Good Vibes - [email protected] Adam Kulakowski monetary gifts (money can be emailed and will be auto-deposited at the address above).

This week, Alpine Canada’s Development Team coach, Cam McKenzie and US Ski C Team coach, Clement Tomamichel join The Next Turn for a terrific coaches roundtable. The experienced duo discuss their programs, their struggles and where they believe the gains will be made with their teams. Along with a thorough dive into technique, tactics, and the mindset that the athletes are looking to achieve, this episode provides a level of insight into what the development system looks like in North America. As always, Martin, Cara and Jeff share their “Swix Thoughts of the Day”.

Two parents of elite athletes join The Next Turn for Volume 2 of “World Cup Moms”. Patricia Seger, mom of Canadian speed skiers Brodie and Riley, and Amy Macuga, mom of ski jumper Samantha, mogul skier Alli, and alpine speed skiers Lauren and Daniel, have supported their children's dreams despite not coming from ski racing backgrounds themselves. Each has successfully navigated the complicated, exciting, and often exhausting world high-level training and competition. Patricia and Amy talk about raising elite athlete siblings, noting how they support and compete with each other, and about managing the ups and downs of high-performance sports. They share insights into managing schedules, making time for themselves, and ensuring they preserve a genuine love for skiing and sport within their children. It's an honest, funny, and heartfelt conversation about what it takes behind the scenes to support athletes while still managing everyday life. As always, hosts Martin, Cara, and Jeff share their “SWIX Thoughts of the Day”.