In the first episode of the Next Gen series, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan and I chatted with the Canadian rising star, Jesse Kertesz-Knight.

We discussed where Jesse first skied at Jasper, Marmot Basin, Alberta, a place that is near and dear to Alan as one of his favourite resorts.

Jesse also told us, in depth, the overall thoughts on his season when Jesse had scored his first Europa Cup points, Nor-Am Cup wins and even made his World Cup debut in Kranjska Gora in March.

We also chatted about the current situation with Alpine Canada and the situation with the men's technical team , however the group is currently together on a camp in Saas Fee.

Matt and Alan asked Jesse about his career goals, not only for the upcoming season, but also the entirety of his life in skiing, where he hopes to hit the heights that many of his compatriots and idols have got to.

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This episode is also brought to you by Ski Cosmos. Ski Cosmos is a skiing specific training centre in Vancouver that helps racers of all abilities with their skills.

You can also get in contact with Matt and Alan via email using mattgarcka.skiingisbelieving@gmail.com or via Instagram and YouTube @skiingisbelievingpodcast

In this episode, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan and I had the privilege to welcome former American downhiller and Ski Club of Vail coach, AJ Kitt. We learn how Kitt first started skiing in the resort where his parents worked as ski instructors and how he became such a successful ski racer. We also chatted, in depth, about the changes to the sport and specifically to downhill over the last 30 years from when AJ was racing and the current situation. Kitt also shared his thoughts on the current development and future system of the Stifel US Ski Team. Kitt shared concern on the next generation, specifically on the men's side and you can hear Kitt's potential solution. This episode is brought to you by Ski Racing Media. Keep up to date with all the ski racjng news and information you need throughout the summer. This episode is also brought to you by Ski Cosmos. Ski Cosmos is a skiing specific training centre in Vancouver that helps racers of all abilities with their skillls. You can also get in contact with Matt and Alan via email using mattgarcka.skiingisbelieving@gmail.com or via Instagram and YouTube @skiingisbelievingpodcast

In this episode, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan and I discussed all the breaking news items that have emerged in the last few days.

We began with the news that the 31-year-old Austrian, Stephanie Venier has announced her retirement from the sport. We give all the details on the Super-G world champion's decision.

We also chatted about the announcement that former Norwegian superstar, Aksel Lund Svindal will join Lindsey Vonn's coaching and tactical team for the upcoming season.

We also mention the return to snow for Aleksander Aamodt Kilde this week and another retirement for the Swiss racer, Noel von Grünigen.

This episode is brought to you by Ski Racing Media. Keep up to date with all the ski racing news and information you need throughout the summer.

This episode is also brought to you by Ski Cosmos. Ski Cosmos is a skiing specific training centre in Vancouver that helps racers of all abilities with their skills.

You can also get in contact with Matt and Alan via email using mattgarcka.skiingisbelieving@gmail.com or via Instagram and YouTube @skiingisbelievingpodcast