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Hosted by Oli Russell-Cowan, the Rad Season Action Sports Podcast is about the people who push boundaries on a daily basis in the world of action sports. Listen to athletes and industry professionals about their unique experiences and the lessons they learnt along the way. Get inspired for an adventure where “it’s always the season somewhere.”

Rad Season Action Sports Podcast Oli Russell-Cowan

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    • 5.0 • 8 Ratings

Hosted by Oli Russell-Cowan, the Rad Season Action Sports Podcast is about the people who push boundaries on a daily basis in the world of action sports. Listen to athletes and industry professionals about their unique experiences and the lessons they learnt along the way. Get inspired for an adventure where “it’s always the season somewhere.”

    Tim Warwood on Famous First Words, Snowboarding and Presenting

    Tim Warwood on Famous First Words, Snowboarding and Presenting

    Tim Warwood ex professional snowboarder, sport events commentator, TV, radio and podcast host and Founder of the game show Famous First Words.

    Tim Warwood is a British TV presenter known for his energetic style and entertaining hosting skills. Tim started snowboarding at Britain’s first indoor snow centre, the Tamworth Snowdome. It was there that he met his best friend Adam Gendle and they have been on a thousand adventures since.

    Tim started doing seasons and became UK Snowboarding Champion by 20. Travelling and filming with Gendle he got into commentating snowboarding events in the UK which lead to being part of the BBC's Winter Olympics commentary team. He's co-hosted Red Bull's Soap Box Race travelling all around the world. He presented the legendary Winter Sports show Ski Sunday and also the Animal Impossible TV series for BBC Studios.

    Find out about how Tim got into Snowboarding, going off on seasons, filming snowboard movies, commentating at the Olympics, how he and Gendle started Famous First Words and what they have in store for the show.

    You can follow what Warwood is up to on Instagram at tim_warwood

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    The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.

    For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason 

    Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Stacy Peralta, Wim Hof, Mike Cessario, Xavier de le Rue, Todd Richards, JJ Thomas. 



    Contact Rad Season
    On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

    • 53 min
    Hugo Tagholm — Vice President of Oceana on Ocean Protection, Campaigns and Surfing

    Hugo Tagholm — Vice President of Oceana on Ocean Protection, Campaigns and Surfing

    Hugo Tagholm, Environmentalist, Speaker, Campaigner, Surfer, Executive Director and Vice President of Oceana in the UK. 
    Committed to protecting and restoring the world's oceans, Oceana is a global organization dedicated to this cause. Prior to his current role, Hugo led the charity Surfers Against Sewage, where he took action from the beach front to Parliament, securing crucial government legislation across 4 environmental pillars: plastic pollution, water quality, climate change, and rewilding the ocean.

    A captivating speaker, Hugo has delivered speeches at prominent venues worldwide, including the House of Commons, the Cambridge Institute of Sustainable Leadership, and the UN Ocean Conference where we met in Lisbon last year.

    Hugo gives us the lowdown about his new role at Oceana, what campaigns they have in store, being a board member of Save The Waves Collation, what surfing means to him and so much more!

    You can follow what Hugo is up to on Instagram @Hugotagholm and be sure to check out the Oceana website oceana.org

    Like what you hear?  Please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference.

    The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.

    For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason 

    Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Chris Berkard, Stacy Peralta, Chad Nelsen, Gerry Lopez. 

    Contact Rad Season
    On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

    • 49 min
    Steven Kotler — Author on Growing Old, Staying Rad, Flow and Peak Performance Aging

    Steven Kotler — Author on Growing Old, Staying Rad, Flow and Peak Performance Aging

    Steven Kotler, New York Times Bestselling Author, Award-Winning Journalist,  Executive Director of the Flow Research Collective and Park Skier.
    Steven Kotler is an acclaimed author and journalist renowned for his expertise in flow states, human performance, and action sports. He has dedicated his career to exploring the frontiers of human potential.
    Kotler is widely recognized for his groundbreaking work on "flow," the psychology of optimal human experience. His 11 bestselling books, including "The Rise of Superman," "Stealing Fire," and "The Art of Impossible," blend meticulous research, personal anecdotes, and insightful analysis to illuminate how individuals can unlock their full potential.
    Beyond his writing, Kotler is a highly sought-after public speaker. His remarkable insights into human potential, combined with his passion for adventure, have solidified his status as a thought leader in psychology, neuroscience, and human performance. His writings continue to empower people to unleash their full potential and redefine the boundaries of what is possible.
    Steven gives us the lowdown on his latest book about peak performance aging, Gnar Country: Growing Old & Staying Rad, which exploring the frontiers of human possibility and how he learnt to park ski in his 50s, we're gonna be talking flow research, and loads more!

    You can follow what Steven is up to on Instagram @stevenkotler and be sure to check out his website stevenkotler.com

    Like what you hear?  Please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference.

    The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.

    For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason 

    Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Chris Berkard, Stacy Peralta, Bob Haro, Gerry Lopez, Gary Fisher, Ingrid Backstrom, Graham Jarvis. 

    Contact Rad Season
    On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

    • 1 hr 4 min
    James Threlfall — Presenter on Live Radio, Skateboarding and Football

    James Threlfall — Presenter on Live Radio, Skateboarding and Football

    James Threlfall is a skateboarder, BBC Radio Presenter, Podcaster and Host of Football Platform 433. 
    James Threlfall is a British presenter hailing from just outside of Bath, radiating more charm and wit than a pack of cheeky monkeys. With a career predominantly in radio for the BBC and as a host for the football platform 433, James is like a human ball of energy, ready to make you laugh, gasp, and cheer like a madman.
    Tune in as James give us the lowdown about how he got into skateboarding, becoming a presenter, having a radio show on the BBC, Hosting The Ultimate Party Podcast, favourite events and festivals around the globe and loads more! 

    You can follow what James is up to on Instagram @jamesthrelfall and be sure to check out his website http://www.jamesthrelfall.co.uk

    Like what you hear?  Please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference.

    The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.

    For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason 

    Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Chris Berkard, Stacy Peralta, Bob Haro, Gerry Lopez, Matt Stocks, Matt Pritchard. 

    Contact Rad Season
    On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

    • 1 hr 2 min
    Sarah Crockett, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Dickies and Jake Hayes Pro Skateboarder

    Sarah Crockett, Global Chief Marketing Officer at Dickies and Jake Hayes Pro Skateboarder

     Sarah Crockett is the Global Chief Marketing Officer at Dickies a workwear brand that recently celebrated its centennial anniversary. She has an impressive background in the outdoors and action sports industry, having previously worked as the Chief Marketing Officer for Burton Snowboards and Backcountry. Her focus at Dickies is on reaching the next generation of consumers and continuing the brand's plans for globalization.

    Jake Hayes is a member of the Dickies Skate Team and an Australian expat living in Los Angeles. He's a renowned skateboarder with accolades including Australian Skater of the Year and World Record Holder for Highest Ollie. Jake's personal style and pro skate capsule are heavily influenced by 90s streetwear, hip hop, and New York culture. His signature collection with Dickies was launched in March and is a tribute to the skate community that welcomed him with open arms. The collection is inclusive and designed to make anyone who wears it feel comfortable and look the way they want to.

    Tune in the find out about Jakes new Dickies Skate Collection and loads more!  

    You can follow what Jake Hayes is up to on Instagram jakehayes and check out his collection on the Dickies website dickieslife.com

    Like what you hear?  Please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference.

    The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.

    For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason 

    Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Stacy Peralta, Bob Haro, Gerry Lopez, Pierre André Sénizergues, Mikey Taylor, Greg Lutzka. 

    Contact Rad Season
    On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

    • 33 min
    Matt Stocks — DJ on Life in the Stocks, Music, Touring and Change

    Matt Stocks — DJ on Life in the Stocks, Music, Touring and Change

    Matt Stocks is a renowned DJ, live event host, presenter, and writer hailing from Birmingham in the UK. With an extensive portfolio, he has presented on prestigious radio stations including Q Radio, Kerrang! Radio, and Scuzz TV as well as contributing 200+ articles to prominent publications like Metal Hammer, Kerrang! magazine, and Classic Rock. As a podcaster, Matt is the creator and host of two successful podcasts: Life in the Stocks and Stoke the Fire. The latter he co-hosts with Jesse Leach from Killswitch Engage.

    Matt has toured extensively as a DJ, performing alongside notable names such as Steel Panther, Grandmaster Flash, The Damned, and NOFX. He has also interviewed some of the biggest names in the music industry, including Perry Farrell, Tommy Lee, Gene Simmons, and Chuck D. Highlights from these interviews were published in his popular book series, Life in the Stocks Volumes 1 and 2. Matt continues to cement his reputation as a well-respected and multi-talented figure in the music industry.

    Tune in as we chat about how Matt got his start in the music industry, live event hosting, the Kiss Kruise, touring as a DJ, getting on to the Monster Truck Show, becoming an author, starting up the podcast again, finding photography and so much more!

    You can follow what Matt Stocks is up to on Instagram at mattstocksdj and be sure to check out his website mattsotcksdj.com

    Like what you hear?  Please consider subscribing on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a short review. It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference.

    The Rad Season Action Sports Podcast come out across all podcast players with a new episode every Monday.

    For show notes and past guests, please visit: radseason 

    Past guests on The Rad Season Show include Kevin Lyman, Chris Berkard, Stacy Peralta, Bob Haro, Gerry Lopez. 

    Contact Rad Season
    On our website radseason.com On Instagram at radseason and olirussellcowan On LinkedIn at olirussellcowan Email us at info@radseason.com Thanks for listening & keep it rad!

    • 1 hr 2 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
8 Ratings

8 Ratings

Billy as in Goat ,

Entertaining and incredible podcast!

I cannot stop raving about this podcast! Not only is it incredibly entertaining, but the guests that he brings on are very influential in the industry and you can tell that each guest absolutely loves speaking with him. I’ve learned a whole lot about action sports from listening to his podcast and cannot wait for his next episode!

Styles Dangerfield ,

Sweet Podcast

Awesome podcast about all of my favorite things! Interesting guests and topics.

Adam L Behar ,

Huge fan

Huge fan of the Rad Season podcast. Oli has access to the best athletes in the action sports industry, guys who are pushing the envelope. Oli's a great interviewer with deep knowledge and infectious
enthusiasm for action sports. Give him a listen.

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