Pro water skiers and Ski or Die co-founders Elizabeth Montavon and Stevie Island bring their outspoken and irreverent opinions to the masses. Follow them as they discuss their experiences on the pro tour, debate hot topics in professional water skiing, share the do’s and don’ts of cross-training, and explore what makes a winning mindset. This show will change the way you see competitive water skiing.
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Ski or Die with Elizabeth Montavon & Stevie Island
In this thought-provoking episode of Ski or Die Truck Talks, Elizabeth turns the spotlight on Stevie as he shares his unique insights into what he thinks distinguishes the elite skiers from the rest. Drawing on a snapshot of experience from behind the wheel with some of the top performers from the 2024 season, Stevie breaks down the nuanced traits and habits that define the best in the men’s elite slalom. From progressive load to the roles of the onside and offside, this episode offers a deep dive into the world of technical diversity within high-performance water skiing.
14 Feb 2025
Truck Talks: Reigniting Curiosity For a New Ski Season
Welcome to a fresh chapter of Ski or Die! In this episode, we introduce "Truck Talks," our exciting new format aimed at delivering more consistent and engaging content throughout 2025. Now, not only can you listen on your favorite podcast platforms, but you can also watch us on YouTube! We delve into our experiences of feeling burnt out at the end of the 2024 season and how we finally took some much-needed time off — the first in years. We'll share the transformative impact this break has had on us both personally and professionally, and outline our revitalized strategies to stay fired up for the 2025 ski season. Join us as we kick off the new season with renewed energy and curiosity, ready to tackle the waters with enthusiasm and fresh insights. Happy 2025 ski season, everyone — let's ski or die!
12 Apr 2024
Ep 25 — Triumph at the 2024 Moomba Masters
Kicking off the 2024 season, join us as Elizabeth takes on the Moomba Masters. Despite a devastating first round down under, she secures a podium finish in a true Elizabeth-style comeback. In this episode, we dive into the mental and physical preparations that led to her stunning turnaround, the atmosphere and challenges of the event, and key lessons learned from her journey back to the top.
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12,096
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Apple Podcasts (US)
4.9 / 5
19 ratings
Spotify
5.0 / 5
9 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 32 / 100
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Engagement
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