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The snowboard podcast All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding with Chris Rogers, Matt Larson and Brian Donovan.

https://open.spotify.com/show/165HW0QxdL2AFlsmpCOtAA?si=M1A1sO_PRS6jIoVf_aezBQ

16/09/2025

In Episode 77 of ‘All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,’ hosts Matt Larson, Brian Donovan, and Chris Rogers delve into their pet peeves about snowboarding, instruction, and industry practices. They share listener emails and discuss topics like terrain park design, the importance of technical accuracy in coaching, and the attitudes of instructors. The episode provides insights into training practices and emphasizes the need for dedication and genuine passion in the snow sports industry.

This Week’s Hot Take: Resort Fast Passes

09/09/2025

In Episode 76 of ‘All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,’ hosts Matt Larson, Chris Rogers, and Brian Donovan discuss the rise and reimagining of convenience bindings in snowboarding. They explore the different styles and technologies behind these bindings, comparing them to traditional strap bindings. The episode features listener questions on snowboard culture and progression tips, as well as insights on the benefits and drawbacks of various binding systems, particularly for beginners, industry’s future, and the influence of snowboard competitions. They conclude with a discussion on the evolving perception and adoption of convenience bindings in the snowboard community.

This Week’s Hot Take: What’s the best snowboard contest?

26/08/2025

In this episode of ‘All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding,’ hosts Matt Larson, Chris Rogers, Brian Donovan, and special guest Nick Afieri explore the critical topic of burnout in the snowboarding industry. Nick shares his personal experience with severe burnout and how it led him to step away from his snowboarding career. The discussion covers identifying the signs of burnout, the importance of setting boundaries, and strategies for maintaining work-life balance. The group also delves into the reasons behind burnout, including ineffective communication and overworked schedules, offering insights and advice from their own journeys.

21/08/2025

In Episode 74 of the ‘All I Really Need to Know I Learned from Snowboarding’ podcast, hosts Chris Rogers, Matt Larson, Brian Donovan, and returning special guest Nick Afieri delve deep into the topic of burnout while revisiting Episode 5. They discuss the mental and physical exhaustion faced by snowboarding professionals. Nick shares his personal journey of dealing with severe burnout, the reasons behind it, and how stepping away from the snowboarding career helped him reclaim his passion and find balance. The group further explores the importance of setting boundaries, the impact of personality traits like introversion and extroversion, and how recognizing and addressing burnout is crucial for long-term well-being in the industry.

12/08/2025

In this episode, hosts Matt Larson, Brian Donovan, and Chris Rogers delve into how snowboarding has honed their listening skills—key in developing people skills and effective communication. The discussion covers their personal experiences, teaching techniques, and the importance of active listening in building trust and better relationship management. They also introduce a new segment for answering audience questions, reflect on the impact of effective communication in both professional and personal realms, and update listeners on audio quality improvements.

Hot take: how important is sidecut radius when picking a new board?

Next week: Revisiting episode 5, dealing with burnout WITH SPECIAL GUEST NICK ALFIERI!!

05/08/2025

Welcome to episode 72 of “All I Really Need to Know I Learned From Snowboarding” with Chris Rogers and Brian Donovan!

This week, it’s just the two of us as we celebrate the one-year anniversary of rekindling the podcast. Matt is out on an adventure, but we’re digging into the listener mailbag and responding to your questions, comments, and stories.

In This Episode:
Listener questions about teaching to learning styles, exam strategies, and the latest research
Coaching tips: How to help students break through learning plateaus and the value of using all sensory modalities (visual, auditory, kinesthetic)
The challenge of updating teaching models and manuals in snow sports education
Universal Design for Learning (UDL) and evolving industry standards
Gear talk: Recommendations for snowboard boot insoles, heated insoles, and the difference between custom insoles and heat-moldable liners
Team teaching: The pros, cons, and pitfalls of co-instructing lessons
Instructor struggles: Hitting creative roadblocks, managing imposter syndrome, and the importance of being a lifelong learner
Hot take: Are high backs on snowboard bindings overrated? Chris and Brian weigh in

29/07/2025

How can understanding your students’ Sensory Preferences and Learning Styles improve your instruction? In this episode, Brian, Matt, and Chris delve into these popular (and sometimes controversial) educational models. Learn how to effectively use Visual, Auditory, Kinesthetic and Watcher, Thinker, Feeler, and Doer frameworks to enhance your teaching, while also recognizing their limitations.These concepts are widely used within PSIA-AASI and the broader education industry, but also spark debate. Tune in as they discuss the benefits and potential drawbacks of incorporating these models into your instructor toolkit.

Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episode suggestions our way! Make sure to check out our new website: http://www.learnedfromsnowboarding.com and updated email address: [email protected]

Hot Take: Would you rather have 10 days of snowboard stories you can rewatch for 24 hours, or 1 10-minute video part you can only watch once?

Next Week’s Episode: Snowboarding Made Me a Better Listener

23/07/2025

This one is all about your feet, specifically, what’s on them! Insoles, liners, articulated cuffs, how they should and shouldn’t fit, and more. Chris, Matt, and Brian dive deep into the world of snowboard boots. Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at [email protected]!

Hot Take: Best Worst Tech in Snowboard Boots

Next Week’s Episode: VAK

15/07/2025

Episode 69 out now!

This episode is all about turns, specifically, skidding and carving. What’s the difference between the two? Why do we want to carve or skid? What is Scarving? Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at ⁠[email protected]⁠!

Hot Take: Team vs Individual Sports for Kids

Next Week’s Episode: What’s On Your Feet - The Boot Episode

09/07/2025

With Donovan out for an episode Chris and Matt sit down with AASI Team Member Josh Smith. Meet Josh and hear about his journey to the National Team.

Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way!

This week’s hot take: What’s your favorite off-season training activity?

01/07/2025

In this episode we dive into the archives and listen to Episode 3 - Dealing with Shame. Chris, Matt, and Brian listen to the 2019 episode and share their thoughts and insights on how shame has affected them in their careers with both failures and successes. Tune in to hear about emotions from eam tryouts, certifications, and ideas for how to manage and grow from disappointment. Keep sending those hot takes, guest questions, and episodes our way at [email protected]!

Hot Take: What matters more, style or skill?

Next Week’s Episode: Interview with AASI Teammate Josh Smith

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