The Chaos and Company duo discuss the importance of student responsibility in their own learning journey. They emphasize how individuals can leverage available opportunities and resources to create personalized educational pathways that align with their goals. While the process isn’t always easy, it’s ultimately up to each person to recognize what they have access to and find ways to use those opportunities to achieve success.
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 9
The Chaos and Company duo discuss the importance of student responsibility in their own learning journey. They emphasize how individuals can leverage available opportunities and resources to create personalized educational pathways that align with their goals. While the process isn’t always easy, it’s ultimately up to each person to recognize what they have access to and find ways to use those opportunities to achieve success.
Apr 11, 2025•1 hr 15 min•Season 5Ep. 9
Dave and Angelo sit down for an engaging conversation about Elle's journey from Tussey Mountain in Pennsylvania to becoming a PSIA Alpine Team Member. Elle began skiing at Tussey Mountain and has had a passion for the sport since her first days on snow. Tune in to this episode to learn how hard work, passion, and seizing opportunities have helped Elle grow into a world-class ski instructor. With her incredible spirit, you'll be inspired to hit the slopes with Elle "From Tussey" Matalavage after ...
Mar 16, 2025•1 hr 58 min•Season 5Ep. 8
Dave and Angelo sit down for an engaging conversation about Elle's journey from Tussey Mountain in Pennsylvania to becoming a PSIA Alpine Team Member. Elle began skiing at Tussey Mountain and has had a passion for the sport since her first days on snow. Tune in to this episode to learn how hard work, passion, and seizing opportunities have helped Elle grow into a world-class ski instructor. With her incredible spirit, you'll be inspired to hit the slopes with Elle "From Tussey" Matalavage after ...
Mar 16, 2025•1 hr 58 min•Season 5Ep. 8
The Chaos and Co. duo chat about Assessment prep and how Angelo is finishing his prep for his Level 3 Telemark Assessment this March. Discussion on Movement Assessment and how to adjust your teaching based on the performance of your students.
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 7
The Chaos and Co. duo Dave and Angelo chat about Assessment prep and how Angelo is finishing his prep for his Level 3 Telemark Assessment this March. Discussion on Movement Assessment and how to adjust your teaching based on the performance of your students.
Feb 21, 2025•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 7
Dave and Angelo chat with Blizzard/Tecnica Product Manager Christian, Avery and Blizzard/Tecnica Global Woman 2 Woman program leader Leslie Baker-Brown, and Expert Bootfitter Nick Blaylock about the brand new Tecnica Mach 1 LV boot! Great conversation on the new technology in the boot and how it will evolve your performance and comfort on snow. Also some chat on the new Blizzard Anamoly and Black Pearl.
Jan 27, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Dave and Angelo chat with Blizzard/Tecnica Product Manager Christian, Avery and Blizzard/Tecnica Global Woman 2 Woman program leader Leslie Baker-Brown, and Expert Bootfitter Nick Blaylock about the all new Tecnica Mach 1 LV boot! Great conversation on the new technology in the boot and how it will evolve your performance and comfort on snow. Also some chat on the new Blizzard Anamoly and Black Pearl.
Jan 27, 2025•56 min•Season 5Ep. 6
Carv-Digital Ski Coach chat with Dave and guest co-host Alpine Team Member Kevin Jordan to talk about the new Carv 2 sensors. John Moore, Head of Product for Carv and Charlie Lindsay the Partnerships Executive with Carv discuss the technology in the their new Carv 2 motion sensors and how they can help skiers improve their skiing with the data and coaching from the Carv app.
Dec 23, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 5
Carv-Digital Ski Coach chat with Dave and guest co-host Alpine Team Member Kevin Jordan to talk about the new Carv 2 sensors. John Moore, Head of Product for Carv and Charlie Lindsay the Partnerships Executive with Carv discuss the technology in the their new Carv 2 motion sensors and how they can help skiers improve their skiing with the data and coaching from the Carv app.
Dec 23, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 5
The Chaos and Co. duo chat with Peter Novom PSIA-AASI Alpine Team Member about his journey to the Team and the experience ahead. The conversation includes living the endless winter, the hard work and ups and downs on the journey, and how skiing helped him find his soulmate.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 4
The Chaos and Co. duo chat with Peter Novom PSIA-AASI Alpine Team Member about his journey to the Team and the experience ahead. The conversation includes living the endless winter, the hard work and ups and downs on the journey, and how skiing helped him find his soulmate.
Dec 13, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 5Ep. 4
PSIA-AASI Rocky Mountain Region CEO Dana Forbes chats with the Chaos and Co. duo about her skiing journey from childhood to CEO. Dana discusses PSIA-AASI's strategic alignment plan and the benefits to our members. Dana also gives us some incredible insight on her management style and what her hiring philosophy is. Some great stories and amazing advice from a very talented ski teacher and CEO. A must listen for sure.
Nov 26, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 3
PSIA-AASI Rocky Mountain Region CEO Dana Forbes chats with the Chaos and Co. duo about her skiing journey from childhood to CEO. Dana discusses PSIA-AASI's strategic alignment plan and the benefits to our members. Dana also gives us some incredible insight on her management style and what her hiring philosophy is. Some great stories and amazing advice from a very talented ski teacher and CEO. A must listen for sure.
Nov 26, 2024•55 min•Season 5Ep. 3
Jim Shaw joins Dave and Angelo to talk telemark skiing and Jim's journey from learning to ski to a National Telemark Team Member. Jim discusses his views not only on telemark skiing and its signature lead change, but he also talks teaching and how he connects with students.
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Jim Shaw, joins Dave and Angelo to talk telemark skiing and Jim's journey from learning to ski to a National Telemark Team Member. Jim discusses his views not only on telemark skiing and its signature lead change, but he also talks teaching and how he connects with students.
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Season 5Ep. 2
Dave and Angelo sit down to chat with one of the greatest ski coaching minds on the planet. Ron is a PSIA Alpine Examiner, World Class Race Coach, and an expert in Motor Control. Whether it's working with race athletes or a beginner making wedge turns, Ron is one of the best at knowing the when, what, why, and how of coaching and instruction in Alpine skiing.
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 1
Dave and Angelo sit down to chat with one of the greatest ski coaching minds on the planet. Ron is a PSIA Alpine Examiner, World Class Race Coach, and an expert in Motor Control. Whether it's working with race athletes or a beginner making wedge turns, Ron is one of the best at knowing the when, what, why, and how of coaching and instruction in Alpine skiing.
Sep 11, 2024•1 hr 17 min•Season 5Ep. 1
PSIA-AASI Alpine Team Members Katie White and Kevin Jordan are in Portillo, Chile skiing with Carv, testing out some new technology. Katie and Kevin talk about the benefits of Carve and how they use it for their skiing and for their students. Katie and Kevin also let us know their thoughts on being part of the new team and the push towards Interski 2027 in Vail, Colorado.
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 21 min•Season 4Ep. 16
PSIA-AASI Alpine Team Members Katie White and Kevin Jordan are in Portillo, Chile skiing with Carv, testing out some new technology. Katie and Kevin talk about the benefits of Carve and how they use it for their skiing and for their students. Katie and Kevin also let us know their thoughts on being part of the new team and the push towards Interski 2027 in Vail, Colorado.
Aug 02, 2024•1 hr 20 min•Season 4Ep. 16
Chaos and Co. have a great conversation with PSIA-AASI Alpine Team Member Troy Walsh and PSIA-AASI Alpine Technical Coach Michael Rogan who are in Portillo, Chile skiing in July. The fellas chat about skiing in Portillo and how they are playing with their own skiing. Great thoughts on how to self coach and how to build your personal performance to ski at a very high level.
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Chaos and Co. have a great conversation with PSIA-AASI Alpine Team Member Troy Walsh and PSIA-AASI Alpine Technical Coach Michael Rogan who are in Portillo Chile skiing in July. The fellas chat about skiing in Portillo and how they are playing with their own skiing. Great thoughts on how to self coach and how to build your personal performance to ski at a very high level.
Jul 18, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 15
Dave and Angelo chat about Angelo's first season as the PSIA-AASI Education Development Manager. Conversations about his experience during the season traveling and working with leadership and Ed. Staff from other PSIA-AASI Regions and also working National Academy and the National Team Tryout at Big Sky in April.
Jul 12, 2024•53 min•Season 4Ep. 14
Dave and Angelo chat with Don Haringa about his retirement as the Director of Education and Programs for PSIA-AASI East and his long career in the ski industry. He was recently selected by the PSIA-AASI National Board of Directors for National Lifetime Membership. Members selected for this honor are known and respected throughout the industry for their long-term contributions to education, publication, leadership and volunteerism.
Apr 13, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 13
Dave and Angelo chat with Don Haringa about his retirement as the Director of Education and Programs for PSIA-AASI East and his long career in the ski industry. He was recently selected by the PSIA-AASI National Board of Directors for National Lifetime Membership. Members selected for this honor are known and respected throughout the industry for their long-term contributions to education, publication, leadership and volunteerism.
Apr 13, 2024•1 hr 14 min•Season 4Ep. 13
George Thomas, the host of the PSIA-AASI First Chair Podcast joins Angelo and David to talk about ultra-distance road cycling, including the RAAM (Race Across America), one of the longest annual endurance events in the world. George discusses his journey overcoming epilepsy. It's a great story that you won't want to miss. He absolutely has the will and a personal drive that will not let himself quit at anything.
Feb 24, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 12
George Thomas, the host of the PSIA-AASI First Chair Podcast joins Angelo and David to talk about ultra-distance road cycling, including the RAAM (Race Across America), one of the longest annual endurance events in the world. George discusses his journey overcoming epilepsy. It's a great story that you won't want to miss. He absolutely has the will and a personal drive that will not let himself quit at anything.
Feb 24, 2024•1 hr•Season 4Ep. 12
Perry and Jeff sit for a chat explaining the philosophy and focus of the new PSIC (Professional Ski Instructors of Canada) organization. They go through how the PSIC will deliver their training of instruction through their emphasis on Adventure and enjoying the whole mountain experience. Interesting discussion on how they keep the students in the leaning zone all the way through their programs.
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 3Ep. 11
Perry and Jeff sit for a chat explaining the philosophy and focus of the new PSIC (Professional Ski Instructors of Canada) organization. They go through how the PSIC will deliver their training of instruction through their emphasis on Adventure and enjoying the whole mountain experience. Interesting discussion on how they keep the students in the leaning zone all the way through their programs.
Feb 20, 2024•1 hr 36 min•Season 3Ep. 11
The Chaos and Co. duo have a great chat with Blizzard Tecnica Christian Avery, Product Manager/North America, about Blizzards newly announced Anomaly line of skis. Christian also takes us through the make up of the brand new Black Pearl and all the other products in the Blizzard/Tecnica arsenal.
Jan 18, 2024•1 hr 18 min•Season 4Ep. 10
