Chamonix is one of Europe’s oldest ski resorts and a playground for adventure both winter and summer alike. While it may sit in the shadows of Mont Blanc, this small alpine village is brimming with life. So, join Sam Ryder (International journalist, producer, and lover of all things sport) as she chats with athletes, thrill-seekers, those who live in Chamonix, and those who just can’t stay away. Search Sam in Cham with Samantha Ryder wherever you get your podcasts.
Alpinist and Activist Nasim Eshqi on climbing in and out of Iran - literally and metaphorically!
Joining me this week is Iranian alpinist Nasim Eshqi. Kickboxing champion of Iran, many times over, Nasim left the sport in her early 20’s because of the pressure to ‘cover up’. Climbing mountains gave her the chance to be outside, and away from prying eyes. Since she started climbing aged 23, Nasim has established many new routes in countries including Iran, Turkey, India, and across Europe. She left home on a climbing expedition in 2022, but following the death of Mahsa Amini, she n...
7 Jul 2023
Falkiner and friends - John talks 50 years of fun bringing energy and action to the Alps!
John Falkiner, Professional ski bum, stunt man, telemark skier, and now mountain guide, there seems to be little he cannot conquer when it comes to mountains. At 18, lured by the prospect of deep powder skiing, he moved from the snowy mountains of Australia to the Swiss resort of Verbier – and it didn’t disappoint. A chance meeting on the slopes with fellow skier Ace Kvale and photographer Marco Shapiro – next stop, the front cover of Powder Magazine. From here, sponsorship deals and li...
25 Nov 2022
Freeriding with Megane Betend as the French speed queen prepares for this year's World Tour
This week freeride skier Megane Betend joins me for a chat. The French speed queen started skiing at the age of 2 and soon joined the ranks of the local alpine ski club. It gave her all the essentials - discipline and great technique - but her heart was never really in it. After she qualified as a ski instructor, she started to freeride, skiing often in the wild mountains of the Chamonix valley. It was fast, steep, and exciting and in her first competition she made the podium … the res...
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