Thomas Maloney Westgård: "The hunt is better than the kill"

The hottest thing in cross-country skiing since a Devon Kershaw take — the world-famous Diggins Collapse Index — joins the Seder-Skier Podcast to break down the Lillehammer World Cup weekend and explain how the algorithm works. If you follow skiing, you need to listen to this show. Right now! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

After placing 8th in the 10k classic in Ruka last weekend, the Norwegian-Irish skier is ready to be a consistent top-10 threat heading into the second week of World Cup action. North American fans might remember Westgård's incredible swing through Canmore, where he posted his first top-30 finishes, and Minneapolis, where he placed 6th in the 10k freestyle. The classic specialist, who trains with Team Aker Dæhlie, has an incredible story — from not owning skate gear until he was 16 to competing in two Olympic Games. Today's show is a must-listen. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

We chat about former Nanooks star Joe Davies' breakout performance at the Ruka World Cup last weekend PLUS Albrigtsen's training philosophy — particularly her success in combining cross-country running with Nordic skiing. A really fun, fascinating, full conversation you won't want to miss! Check out our story on Davies at Seder-Skier.com!! Check out our interview with Joe Davies prior to Beito --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

Day 1 of the World Cup is in the books! We caught up with French sprint star Lucas Chanavat to chat about his background and development, what he learned from two weeks of training with the GOAT, Johannes Klaebo, what his nutrition strategy/philosophy is and so, so, so much more! Go to Seder-Skier.com and click on support the Seder-Skier for more content like this! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

Haley Brewster — the breakout star of the 2023-2024 season — hops on the SederSkier Podcast in advance of the World Cup opener in Ruka, Finland. The 21-year-old won a U.S. senior title, placed silver at the U23 World Championships, competed at the MPLS World Cup and claimed a pair of NCAA silvers at nationals in Steamboat last March. This year, she's going for it all again. Stick around to hear about the secret to her successes and who the best Bananagrams player on the U.S. Ski Team is. Stories I've written about Haley Brewster: U.S. senior nats NCAA nationals U23s Minneapolis feature story --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

We discuss Kendall Kramer's NCAA performance as well as highlights from the DI, DII, and DIII meets. Plus, we provide a World Cup-inspired solution for the Diamond League. Then, we shift to skiing full-time and reflect on some of our recent shows with Jim Galanes and Matt Whitcomb, discussing development, the state of the U.S. team and Russian participation. The snow is falling - get out there! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

One of our favorite skiers on the World Cup, Hugo Lapalus, makes his first SederSkier Podcast appearance (who knows, maybe there will be more in the future - we can only hope) to chat about the Alpe Cermis, the French team culture and whether or not his coaches are trying to force him to lift with Jouve. We hope you enjoy this edition of the SederSkier Podcast! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

The 2019 WJC 10k champion and sprint bronze medalist at the 2023 world championships could be the next big all-around star of the 2024-2025 season. We chat with Jules Chappaz about his goals, training, racing the Ski Classics, what has fueled the French rise and more! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

The fire is far from going out for the 34-year-old British star...but the four-time Olympian knows the window of opportunity doesn't stay open forever. With the World Champs coming to his second home this winter, Andrew Musgrave knows it's time to ski fast. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support

The man, the myth, the legend — the co-host of the world-famous Skirious Problems podcast — James Clugnet joins the Seder-Skier Podcast to discuss the upcoming World Cup season. The 27-year-old British star has trained more than ever in advance of his seventh season on the top circuit and is poised to hit his first career podium. Enjoy the show! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/seder-skier/support