Skirious problems

About Skirious problems

Skirious Problems is your backstage pass to the brilliantly unpolished world of elite cross-country skiing. Hosted by World Cup racers Mika Vermeulen and James Clugnet, the show delivers a sharp mix of insider insight, chaotic travel tales, training drama, and the kind of brutally honest banter you only get from athletes who spend far too much time together on the road. The hosts aren’t afraid to voice strong opinions, roast each other, or poke fun at the quirks of their sport — all with a wink and a sense of humility. What truly elevates the show, though, is the lineup of prominent guests who drop in: World Cup winners, rising stars, Olympic medalists, wax technicians with cult followings, and the occasional wild-card personality from outside skiing. Their stories bring depth, humor, and a fresh range of perspectives, whether they’re unpacking tense race moments, revealing team secrets, or debating the future of the sport. With its mix of authenticity, sharp humor, and unfiltered athlete conversations, Skirious Problems offers a uniquely entertaining look at skiing life beyond the finish line — perfect for fans, athletes, and anyone who enjoys a good dose of organized chaos.

Publisher

Skirious problems

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

14 Nov 2023

Latest episode

16 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

19 of 104 episodes have a transcript.

1. 

   16 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Zak Ketterson: The Pressure to Finally Break Through

   Host Mika Vermeulen and guest Zak Ketterson discuss breakthrough training strategies and the pressures of elite skiing in this interview.

2. 

   8 Oct 2026TRANSCRIPT

   TESTED Park City Altitude 2200m... the Results Were Not What We Expected 😱

   Hosts Mika Vermeulen and James Clugnet discuss altitude testing results, biathlon technique, and ski world gossip, revealing surprising performance insights.

3. 

   28 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT

   Alvar Alev: Park City camp update and beef

   Elite skier Alvar Alev joins hosts Mika and Jimmy to discuss training changes, European vs. American skiing, and personal conflicts, offering candid insights from their Park City reunion.

Inside a recent episode

Zak Ketterson: The Pressure to Finally Break Through

Published 16 Oct 2026 · Transcript excerpt

[…] And I know lots of skiers think that would be the worst idea ever because in skiing there's this mantra that everybody has to do every single race and it's already so much. What do you think about that, Zach? Is there space for more races in our calendar or no? I don't know because it's so dependent on what type of athlete you are. Like there's honestly not that many who are doing every single race. Like it's a lot of distance skiers and sprinters and there's maybe only a handful who are able to do every event and be super successful. So it's hard. I feel like depending on who you ask, like some people are all about having more races, but maybe they're only racing once per weekend. […]

Who has been a guest on Skirious problems

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Zak Ketterson
• Alvar Alev
• Vetle
• Arne Idland
• Morten Iversbakken

Reach and audience

Public platform figures. Ratings count people who left a rating, not total listeners.

Apple Podcasts (US)

4.9 / 5

52 ratings

Spotify

4.9 / 5

439 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 38 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

39

Social presence

0

YouTube

0

Engagement

92

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Guest appearances

Books guests

Based on episode analysis; this does not confirm that the show is currently accepting guests.

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