BLISTER Podcast

BLISTER

The Blister Podcast from BLISTER is a series of wide-ranging conversations with athletes, authors, and influential figures in the outdoor industry about mountain culture, outdoor-industry news, books, films, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

  1. Dragons, Mountain Towns, & the Art of Exploring w/ George Sibley (Blister Book Club)

    5 h fa

    Dragons, Mountain Towns, & the Art of Exploring w/ George Sibley (Blister Book Club)

    Jonathan talks with George Sibley, author of, ‘Dragons in Paradise,’ and longtime contributor to the Mountain Gazette. ‘Dragons’ is a must-read collection of essays on mountain town communities and culture, and today they talk about these topics and many others. Note: We Want to Hear From You! We’d love for you to share with us the stories or topics you’d like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS: BLISTER+ Get Yourself Covered See our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer’s Guide Enter Our Free Weekly Gear Giveaways TOPICS & TIMES: Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members (0:54) George Sibley’s 60-Year Journey (2:18) Dragons in Paradise (4:30) The Threat of Modern Dragons (8:22) The Nature of ‘Work’ (17:58) Life in Gothic (24:06) The Art of the Essay: Exploring Ideas (32:35) A Book Everyone Should Read / Revisit? (37:11) The State of Poetry in 2026 (39:14) George’s New Collection: Storm in My Head (45:47) George’s Recent Piece in Mountain Gazette (49:46) Reflections on Aging & Mountain Town Life (55:48) The Importance of Mountain Towns (1:00:46) Engaging Young People to Create Change (1:09:50) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS:= Blister Cinematic CRAFTED Bikes & Big Ideas GEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 16m
  2. Athlete / Activist Caroline Gleich on Data Centers, the Situation in Utah, & Why It Matters to All of Us

    15 giu

    Athlete / Activist Caroline Gleich on Data Centers, the Situation in Utah, & Why It Matters to All of Us

    The rapid proliferation of plans to build large data centers across the USA is a massive story with major consequences. So today, Caroline Gleich talks about what is happening in Utah and beyond; getting attacked by ‘Mr. Wonderful’ on national TV; and more. We also discuss her experience running for U.S. Senate, and why we need more good people to get involved in local politics. Note: We Want to Hear From You! We’d love for you to share with us the stories or topics you’d like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS: BLISTER+ Get Yourself Covered See our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer’s Guide Enter Our Free Weekly Gear Giveaways RESOURCES: Patagonia Action Works Erin Brockovich Data Center Site Vote411.org BallotReady.org  Local Journalism! TOPICS & TIMES: Caroline’s Background (2:54) The Data Center Debate (9:10) Utah's Data Center Controversy (16:13) Environmental & Community Impacts of Data Centers (20:43) The AI Arms Race and Its Implications (24:16) What is Real “Progress”? (30:53) Where to Find Facts, Not Misinformation? (35:35) What can be done right now in Utah? (44:26) Caroline’s Experience of Running for Senate (45:59) The Promise of Local Politics (54:36) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Blister Cinematic CRAFTED Bikes & Big Ideas GEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1 h
  3. 8 giu

    Mountain Town Economics 2.0: Housing, Development, Public Lands, the Forest Service, & More w/ Jonathan Houck

    Today we’re talking about housing, affordable housing, development in mountain towns, public lands, and more with Gunnison County commissioner, Jonathan Houck, an avid mountain biker, skier, and former sponsored climber. Note: We Want to Hear From You! We’d love for you to share with us the stories or topics you’d like us to cover next month on Reviewing the News; ask your most pressing mountain town advice questions, or offer your hot takes for us to rate. Email us at: info@blisterreview.com RELATED LINKS: Get Yourself Covered: BLISTER+ See our Updated Mtn Bike Buyer’s Guide Enter Our Free Weekly Gear Giveaways Our Other Mtn Town Economics Conversations: Ep. 390: Mountain Town Economics 2.0: Telluride Update w/ Jason Blevins Ep. 389: Telluride Closes, Ski Patrol Strikes, & the Future of Ski Resorts w/ Jason Blevins CRAFTED Ep 47: How to Design a Well-Crafted, Affordable Home w/ Zack Giffin Ep. 275: Mtn Town Economics: Zack Giffin on Skiing, Tiny Homes, & Big Solutions Ep. 270: Mtn Town Economics & Outdoor Recreation Ep. 180: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 3: Developing Housing, Addressing Climate Change, & Mitigating Megafires w/ Scott Ehlert  Ep. 179: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 2: Housing, Community, & Core Values w/ Troy Russ Ep. 177: Mtn Town Economics, Pt 1: Affordable Housing, Short-Term Rentals, & More w/ Jenny Stuber TOPICS & TIMES: New BLISTER+ Members (1:21) Houck: Climber, Skier, Mtn Biker (2:42) How Did You Get into Politics? (5:59) Duties of a County Commissioner? (9:25) Affordable Housing Updates (12:10) Pushback (22:39) Quality of Space & Numerous Stakeholders (28:30) Managing Federal Lands (48:05) Houck’s 10-Year Prediction (59:17) CHECK OUT OUR OTHER PODCASTS: Blister Cinematic CRAFTED Bikes & Big Ideas GEAR:30 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

    1h 4m

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The Blister Podcast from BLISTER is a series of wide-ranging conversations with athletes, authors, and influential figures in the outdoor industry about mountain culture, outdoor-industry news, books, films, and more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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