The Ski Show - The Ultimate Show Ski Podcast

Matt Heilman and Adam Schaller

The Ski Show is the Ultimate Show Ski Podcast. Show skiing is one of the best disciplines of water skiing in the industry today. On this podcast, we talk about all things show skiing with discussions of current events and industry insight as well as interviews with water ski legends, hall of famers, and rising stars in our sport. And who knows, we might just entertain you along the way. Show skiing is a team sport unlike any other, with some of the most passionate and dedicated people around. Our podcast is the only media specifically dedicated to the great sport of show skiing. Follow us on Facebook at The Ski Show Podcast, and subscribe at our website - https://www.theskishow.com to get all the latest episodes. read less

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We've done a lot of interviews, and this is absolutely one of our best. What a great conversation with rising star Paige Peshina, who shares her journey in water skiing and show skiing. Paige talks about her early days in the sport, her mentors and role models, and her experience being part of Team USA. The conversation provides insights into the world of show skiing and highlights the dedication and hard work required to excel in the sport. Paige shares her journey from being a young skier with big dreams to becoming a member of Team USA. She talks about the application process and the excitement of making the team. Paige also talks about her transition from doubles to swivel and the growth she has experienced in the sport and the supportive community of Show Skiing. She shares her future goals of promoting the sport and coaching younger skiers. In this episode, the hosts also discuss various topics related to show skiing, including a mini-team tournament hosted by the Chain Skimmers, the Aquanuts Junior Tournament, and the Buck Up Tour registration, and we stump Adam with this week's Show Ski Trivia. Today's Sponsors are....Flyman Skis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com. The Board Shop - stocked and ready for summer with all the gear you need. Visit them in Lake Geneva or shop online at bswake.com. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

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We've done a lot of interviews, and this is absolutely one of our best. What a great conversation with rising star Paige Peshina, who shares her journey in water skiing and show skiing. Paige talks about her early days in the sport, her mentors and role models, and her experience being part of Team USA. The conversation provides insights into the world of show skiing and highlights the dedication and hard work required to excel in the sport. Paige shares her journey from being a young skier with big dreams to becoming a member of Team USA. She talks about the application process and the excitement of making the team. Paige also talks about her transition from doubles to swivel and the growth she has experienced in the sport and the supportive community of Show Skiing. She shares her future goals of promoting the sport and coaching younger skiers. In this episode, the hosts also discuss various topics related to show skiing, including a mini-team tournament hosted by the Chain Skimmers, the Aquanuts Junior Tournament, and the Buck Up Tour registration, and we stump Adam with this week's Show Ski Trivia. Today's Sponsors are....Flyman Skis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com. The Board Shop - stocked and ready for summer with all the gear you need. Visit them in Lake Geneva or shop online at bswake.com. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Unscripted - Episode 100!

Unscripted - Episode 100!

The Ski Show Podcast has hit a milestone with 100 episodes! In this unscripted 100th episode, Matt, Adam, and Dave reflect on the origins of the podcast and discuss the future of show skiing. They talk about the importance of having a media platform for the show skiing community and how podcasting became the perfect medium. They also discuss the growth of show skiing and the impact of events like the World Tournament and Team USA. The conversation also circles around to their early experiences and memories in the sport of show skiing. They discuss trying out for show ski teams, watching shows as kids, and getting hooked on the sport. Matt and Dave discuss what it’s like when they are not show directors and have to take a step back. In the final part of the conversation, all three guys discuss their future plans in the sport. They also reflect on the impact of the podcast on the show skiing community and express their gratitude to the sponsors and listeners. This is a fun conversation in which you learn a lot about the three guys as they talk shop and reminisce. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

In this interview, Jake Horton, a top skier from Australia, discusses his journey in show skiing. He talks about how he got started in the sport, his experiences training and competing in the United States, and his history in the World Championships. Jake also shares his family's passion for show skiing and the support they have received. He discusses the challenges he has faced in learning new tricks, working on the back half, and the development the back half ski itself. Jake expresses his excitement for the upcoming World Championships in Australia, and he shares his goals for the future, including skiing with his young daughters.Today's sponsors are - FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comSwivulator - swivulator.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

The Future of Jump is Now - featuring George Hartmann and Wayne Borowski

The Future of Jump is Now - featuring George Hartmann and Wayne Borowski

Show skiing is thriving. Freestyle jump is thriving. Creating opportunity for skiers today is one of the keys to the growth and excitement. Nowhere is that more prevalent than the FREE jump clinics provided by The Future of Jump is Now. We are please to have on the show today George Hartmann and Wayne Borowski to talk all about the program that started as a one-off jump clinic and has grown into camps and clinics across the country. They share the success and challenges, as well as their excitement with what's to come in the world of jump. Today's sponsors are....Flyman Skis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard Swivel skis at affordable prices, get yours at flymanskis.com. The Board Shop - all your summer and winter gear is yours at bswake.com. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Today's conversation revolves around the topic of mini ramps in show skiing. Special guests, Raefe Gross, Kailey Koehler, David Rezin, and JT Sachs discuss the evolution of mini ramps, the pros and cons of their usage, and the impact on spectator appeal. They also explore the decision-making process for including mini ramps in tournaments and the potential safety concerns and liability. The conversation explores the challenges faced by host teams in acquiring and maintaining mini ramps, as well as the impact on practice time and site setup. Our guests also discuss the role of mini ramps at nationals and worlds vs a regional tournament, considering the caliber of skiers and boat drivers and each. Overall, the conversation highlights the value of mini ramps in show skiing and the differing perspectives on their usage.Today's Sponsors are....FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Ginny McGinnis has had a long history in show skiing, she's one of the all-time great swivel queens, and she seems to get better and better. We talk about her days on Shermalot, the Aqua Skiers, her move to RAJ, her individual competition days, her younger years, and so much more. This was a FUN conversation with one of the swivel legends of our sport. Today's sponsors are....FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comSwivulator - swivulator.comLake Lovers - lakeloversclub.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Breaking Records

Breaking Records

The sport is being pushed in BIG ways. Can you imagine 1500 horsepower on a boat? These guys can, and it's happening this summer. Can you imagine 100+ skiers behind a boat? These guys can and plans are in the works. We talk with Eric Gran and Kevin Ostermeier, two guys who have been architects and masterminds behind various record breaking events, and they shed light on events of the past, and look ahead to what's possible, what's not, and what's next. You can believe that it's going to take a lot of horsepower, manpower, and resources to make it happen, but the next Big Pull events are in September and it's sure to be an amazing record setting event. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Jordan Long lives north of Toronto, Ontario, Canada but he's become a household name world wide. In 2022 he was named best male skier at the World Show Ski Tournament. In 2023, he continued his big season by competing in several Buck Up Pro Tour stops and finished 3rd overall on Tour. He's got a tremendous background in wakeboarding, he loves the cable, he plays a big role at the Toronto Boat Show (which for those of you unaware, they fill an ice arena with water and ski on it), and he's helping with the growth of freestyle jump in Canada. Jordan is a humble and fascinating guy and we are honored to have him on the show today. Today's sponsors are....FlymanSkis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard Swivel Skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com. The Board Shop - All your summer and winter sports gear is yours at bswake.com. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Today we had the pleasure of speaking with Kevin Jack. He's a US Men's National Champion trick skier AND he's a show skier. We talk to him about his early days, his trick ski success, the trick he invented and named, and his journey to show skiing and Team USA. He also shares some tips and tricks for those looking to dive into trick skiing. Today's sponsor is FlymanSkis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard Swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

History of the Chain Skimmers

History of the Chain Skimmers

Did you know the Chain Skimmers OWN their ski site and it's one of the best calm water sites you will ever see? Did you know the Chain Skimmers won State and were 2nd at Nationals several times in the late 70's and early 80's? Did you know they've produced over 20 professional show skiers? We talk to Mark Voisard, Jack Stoskopf, and David Engman about the amazing history of the Chain Skimmers. This small team has a vast legacy of fantastic local shows, lots of talent, and a history of very young folks running the club, like 14 year old treasurers as you'll hear in this episode. The stories are endless and we wish we had more time with these three Chain Skimmer legends. Today's sponsors are....FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

You're either going to love this one or hate this one. Either way, you'll hear Adam Schaller laugh A LOT. Smiles and fun all around. In this episode, we have Katie Heilman, Lisa Mushel, Jen Rezin, Kara Schaller, and Jesi Wang on the show to dish all about life as a show ski wife. There's smack talk about their husbands. Stories abound regarding various idiosyncracies, life with husbands who are ALL-IN in show skiing, funny stories about packing for tournaments, beer tents, overseas trips, women, stage practice at home, watching shows and awards together, post State parties at PDA (iykyk), and so much more. At the end of the day, through all the funny stories and smack talk, the fact remains that your tribe of people in this sport is everything. Find yourself some good people to share incredible memories with. There's nothing like show skiing to bring people together. Today's sponsor is Flyman Skis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com. Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Sean and Tyler Hyatt are not only brothers, but they're amazing skiers who have traveled the world because of show skiing. We talk about their small town roots in South Dakota, their start on the Catfish Bay ski team, their professional careers that have spanned Tommy Bartlett, Sea World, Holiday Park, and more, and we talk about their Team USA experiences, including their favorite moment side by side in a 7 man flip. These are humble, down-to-earth, fun young men that we were blessed to talk to today. Today's sponsors...Flyman Skis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Joe Sawaska has been on EVERY single Team USA since the first world tournament in 2012. He's had a long professional career at Legoland, Stars of Florida, and Tommy Bartlett. He's grown up in this sport before our eyes and he's become one of the best teammates and leaders. An all-around star, Joe has left a lasting legacy in show skiing already, and there's so much more to come. It was an honor to talk to Joe. Catch him at a Legoland show and in a Team USA show in the near future. Today's sponsors...FloridaWorld - a dark, satirical fiction novel about a professional water ski show. Get it at https://www.amazon.com/FloridaWorld-Novel-Steve-Welch/dp/B0CJ4CW327/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1RC02460DIK70&keywords=florida+world+book+by+steve+welch&qid=1696357014&sprefix=floridaworld+book+by+steve+welch%2Caps%2C69&sr=8-1FlymanSkis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.com.Championship Awards - the best custom made awards in the business! https://www.championshipawards.com/Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Steve Welch and Alex Jacobson

Steve Welch and Alex Jacobson

If you're a show ski nerd like us, you will find this episode to be FASCINATING!! Steve Welch and Alex Jacobson are two of the premier show writers and announcers the sport has ever seen. They spent 30 years together at SeaWorld Orlando, producing some of the biggest and best professional shows in history. They drop so much knowledge on writing, production, music, sound effects, and so much more. The history is intriguing, the knowledge will help every single team in existence, and the stories are endless. Today's sponsors are.....FloridaWorld - a novel written by today's guest Steve Welch. It's a dark, satirical work of fiction about a professional water ski show, containing humor, violence, sex, and the underworld of Florida theme parks. Get it on Amazon at - https://a.co/d/e6FJCugFlymanSkis - custom made jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis at affordable prices. Get yours at flymanskis.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

This sport is loaded with crazy young talent, and today we have the pleasure of talking to 4 of the top rising stars in the sport. Hear about their roots, their idols, what pushes them to be great, and their insight on their fast rise in the sport of show skiing. We talk to Eli Carson, Cale Ducane, Sarah Fiedorowicz, and Josie Smerchek about all things show skiing as they rise to the top of the sport. Today's sponsors....FlymanSkis - Custom jump skis and Featherboard swivel skis - flymanskis.comFloridaWorld - a dark satirical crime novel that takes readers into the distinctly Floridian world of sex, violence, and water ski shows. Get the book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0CJ4CW327Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Today we cross over to the world of professional three event skiing with one of the biggest stars in all of water sports - Joel Poland. He just broke the world overall record last weekend and he's the current king of the sport. He excels at all 3 disciplines - slalom, trick, and jump. He's routinely gets to 41' off in slalom, he's hit over 12,000 points in trick, and he's jumped over 230 feet. And our hope is that someday soon he makes his cross over to show skiing. We talk about that on the show today. Tune in for a fantastic interview with an incredible star. Today's sponsors are....FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

2023 D1 Nationals and Cornfest Recap

2023 D1 Nationals and Cornfest Recap

Special guest David Rezin joins us as we break down all the amazing action from Division 1 Nationals and Twin Lakes Cornfest. We highlight individuals, teams, the big moments, and provide a total overview of the events themselves. We also talk a little about the Team USA training and offer this week's Tips In segment. Tune in to hear us recap what was a fantastic week of action and a final cap on this year's tournament season. Today's sponsors are....FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comThe Lake Lovers Club - lakeloversclub.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

Today's featured interview is the one and only Danny Amir. He's an Aquanut legend, he's carved an entire career path out of his passion for this sport, and he's one of the architects of Twin Lakes Cornfest and The Lake Lovers Club. Dano show skied for many years with the Nuts, but then took his talents to the microphone as the announcer on the Pro Wakeboard Tour. He launched the Golden Mic Podcast, he organized some killer events, and his passion for towed water sports is rich and deep. This interview is full of great highlights and great stories. We also recap Division 2 Nationals and preview the upcoming Division 1 Nationals. So much talent on display in our National tournaments. Great teams, great individuals, and lots of great competition and camaraderie. Who is going to come out on top in D1? Who is going to win Skip and Willa awards? Today's sponsors are....The Lake Lovers Club - lakeloversclub.comFlymanSkis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.com Follow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

2023 Wisconsin State Recap

2023 Wisconsin State Recap

Today we recap the Wisconsin State Water Ski Show Championships. It's the largest water ski show tournament in the world, and it rarely disappoints. Tune is as we talk about the highlights, the stars on display like Josie Smerchek, Ethan Shulda, Derek Buchman, Cale Ducane, and more. We recap the results, the individual act results, and we talk to the show directors from all 3 Championship teams - Laura Lohrman from D3 Champ Southern Wakes United, Summer Schultz and Jeanne Cooper from D2 Champ the Water Bugs, and Matt Wilson from the D1 Champion Rock Aqua Jays. Today's sponsors are.....FlymanSkis - flymanskis.comThe Lake Lovers Club - lakeloversclub.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170

The Best of The Ski Show Podcast

The Best of The Ski Show Podcast

We kick off today's "Best Of" episode with a recap of Southern Regionals and Central Regionals, as well as our Tips In segment about how to use and learn from your tournament scores. We then highlight several awesome episodes from the past including Pro Show Shenanigans, The Life and Times of Skip Gilkerson featuring Matt May, our popular Kids Talking episode, Freestyle Jump with Zane Schwenk, Scott Clack, Derek Buchman, and Pete Hegarty, informational podcasts with David Rezin on How to Maximize your Scores and on Box Scores, champion females Brea Imse and Gabbie Tash, our 2023 Tournament Season Preview, and our Hank Amos podcast. Catch up on some old episodes and give yourself a reason to go back and listen to the full episode of something you missed. Today's sponsors....Flyman Skis - flymanskis.comThe Board Shop - bswake.comFollow us on Social Media: Instagram - @theskishowpodcastFacebook - https://www.facebook.com/theskishowpodcast Contact The Ski Show: Email us at theskishowpodcast@gmail.com Leave us a rating and a review: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-ski-show-the-ultimate-show-ski-podcast/id1510243170