All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding

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All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding Podcast

The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding with Chris Rogers, Brian Donovan, and Matt Larson is a podcast about life lessons, snowboarding, and the intersection of the two. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Brian, Matt, and Chris are snowboarders, instructors, trainers, and members of the PSIA-AASI National Team.

  1. Episode 34 - Don’t Just Teach Them How to Snowboard + Hot Take: Goggles Over or Under!

    1 DAY AGO

    Episode 34 - Don’t Just Teach Them How to Snowboard + Hot Take: Goggles Over or Under!

    In this episode, we delve into the heart of snowboard instruction, it’s not just teaching them how to snowboard, but how to be snowboarders. Join us as we discuss the significance of inviting others into our culture and lifestyle while teaching the skills needed to snowboard. What’s the difference between things that we do versus things that we are? Whether you’re a long time instructor or new to the instruction industry, there’s something in this one for you!  This week’s hot take: Goggles over or under the helmet! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠

    59 min
  2. Episode 33 - Commonly Misunderstood Terminology and Trick Names w/ Special Guest Jesse Yedwab

    16 SEPT

    Episode 33 - Commonly Misunderstood Terminology and Trick Names w/ Special Guest Jesse Yedwab

    This week we’re joined by new PSIA-AASI Snowboard Team Member, Jesse Yedwab! Jesse is a Snowboard and Freestyle Examiner in the RM Region, and an experienced freestyle coach. We took this opportunity to dive into the sometimes confusing world of freestyle trick names, including the differences and similarities between frontside and backside for calling spins vs rails, as well as the difference between boardslides and lipslides!  Don’t forget, our giveaway courtesy of WSI Sports is still on! Check the instagram to find out how you can enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Follow on Instagram: Jesse Yedwab ⁠⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠

    1h 2m
  3. Episode 32 - I Didn't Pass My Exam Last Season, Now What?

    9 SEPT

    Episode 32 - I Didn't Pass My Exam Last Season, Now What?

    Sometimes exams don't go the way we hope. In this episode, Matt, Chris, and Brian share their personal experiences and takeaways from failing exams as well as discuss mindsets and training plans while prepping for a re-sit. This episode features our first giveaway, courtesy of WSI Sports. Check the instagram to find out how you can enter for a chance to win a $100 gift card! Also in this episode, Hot Takes on the worst trend in snowboarding and what's up with Slopestyle contests all looking the same? The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠

    1h 1m
  4. Episode 31 - Top Tips for Becoming a Snowboard (or Ski) Instructor + What Are Volume Shifted Snowboards?

    2 SEPT

    Episode 31 - Top Tips for Becoming a Snowboard (or Ski) Instructor + What Are Volume Shifted Snowboards?

    With nighttime temps approaching 32 degrees and resorts hiring staff for the 24-25 season, we thought it was an appropriate time to do an episode on how exactly one goes about becoming a snowboard or ski instructor. Join Chris, Matt, and Brian, as they reflect on their journey from snowboarder to snowboard educator. Along the way, they'll share their top tips for how to move to a mountain, get a job at a ski area, and fall in love with teaching like they did. If you've been looking for the perfect episode to share with a friend who you think would make a great teacher... this is it! It's also a great episode to share with co-workers, new hires, trainers, and supervisors, as everyone knows that person that would be a great instructor! Don't miss this week's hot take... just what is the deal with volume shifted snowboards? The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Follow on Instagram: ⁠⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Brian Donovan⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Matt Larson⁠⁠ ⁠⁠Chris Rogers⁠

    1h 7m
  5. Episode 30 - What I've Learned About Myself Through Snowboarding w/ Special Guest Cori Lambert

    26 AUG

    Episode 30 - What I've Learned About Myself Through Snowboarding w/ Special Guest Cori Lambert

    It's another listener suggested episode... with a twist! In 2020 Cori Lambert was an AASI Level 3 working towards becoming a trainer. She emailed the show with some questions just as the podcast went on hiatus. Fast forward 4 years, and Cori has not only become a trainer at Aspen Snowmass, she's now a Rocky Mountain examiner, and in the spring of 2024 was selected to the PSIA-AASI Snowboard National Team! Tune in to hear Cori answer some of her own questions and reflect on what she's learned about herself through snowboarding and the process of making the National Team! ⁠Follow Cori on Instagram⁠ The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Follow on Instagram: ⁠Learned from Snowboarding⁠ ⁠Brian Donovan⁠ ⁠Matt Larson⁠ ⁠Chris Rogers⁠

    50 min

  6. 21 AUG

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    The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding!

    1 min
  7. Episode 29 - What is the National Team + Reflections on 2024 Team Tryouts

    19 AUG

    Episode 29 - What is the National Team + Reflections on 2024 Team Tryouts

    It's our first listener suggestion episode! In Ep 29 we describe what the PSIA-AASI National Team is and share some reflections from our experiences at the 2024-28 National Team selections at Big Sky in April 2024. The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Follow on Instagram: Learned from Snowboarding Brian Donovan Matt Larson Chris Rogers

    54 min
  8. Episode 28 - Off Season Training Ideas & Opportunities

    12 AUG

    Episode 28 - Off Season Training Ideas & Opportunities

    In Episode 28, Brian, Matt, and Chris dive in to opportunities for off-season training, including working in the southern hemisphere, heading to a snow dome, and trying out snowboard simulators. They also share their ideas for what makes for great off-snow training as well as ways to stay sharp with the teaching and people skills side of instruction! The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding is a weekly podcast with AASI Snowboard National Team Members Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, and Brian Donovan. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding!

    45 min
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The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding with Chris Rogers, Brian Donovan, and Matt Larson is a podcast about life lessons, snowboarding, and the intersection of the two. Tune in each week as we discuss snowboarding, snowsports instruction, instructor certification, and how, well, basically, we learned everything we need to know from snowboarding! Brian, Matt, and Chris are snowboarders, instructors, trainers, and members of the PSIA-AASI National Team.

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