Fresh Corduroy Podcast Announces Season 2: Conversations With The People Shaping The Future Of Skiing And Mountain Culture

Fresh Corduroy, the podcast dedicated to exploring the culture, community, and future of skiing, is excited to announce the launch of its second season.

Hosted by lifelong skier, former NCAA racer, coach, and race parent Craig Zolan, Fresh Corduroy dives into in-depth conversations with athletes, coaches, industry leaders, and policymakers who are shaping the future of the sport.

Season 2 will feature a diverse lineup of guests, including:

• Sophie Goldschmidt, CEO of U.S. Ski & Snowboard

• Annika Hunt, 2024 NorAm Overall Champion

• Caite Zeliff, 2-time Queen of Corbet’s Champion

• Greg Willis, Senior Director of Skier Services at Vail

“Season 2 brings voices that not only celebrate the thrill of skiing but also explore the business, culture, and policies shaping the sport’s future,” said host Craig Zolan. “We’re digging into the people and ideas driving skiing forward—from the athletes on the hill to the executives and policymakers behind the scenes.”

Past guests have included:

• Martin Wilson, host of The Next Turn Podcast

• Jamie Grant, CEO and Co-founder CARV

• Tommy Biesemeyer, former U.S. Ski Team alpine racer

• Sasha Rearick, former U.S. Ski Team Men’s Head Coach

• Stef Fleckenstein, Canadian World Cup speed skier

• Phil Weiser, Colorado Attorney General

• Sen. John Curtis, U.S. Senator from Utah

Listeners can expect engaging discussions that resonate with recreational skiers, competitive athletes, coaches, instructors, and anyone passionate about mountain culture.

Fresh Corduroy is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and all major podcast platforms. New episodes of Season 2 launch October 22, 2025.