Mikaela Shiffrin and Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski Talk Skiing, Business, and Success on What’s the Point
Mikaela Shiffrin and Stifel CEO Ron Kruszewski discuss skiing, business, investing, leadership, and the pursuit of success in the Season 1 finale.
Skiing Is Believing: A Podcast That Captures the Heart of the Sport
In a sport measured by hundredths of a second, Skiing Is Believing looks beyond the finish line to uncover the human stories behind alpine skiing. Hosted by Matthew and his grandfather Alan, the podcast has grown from a family passion project into one of the sport’s most authentic voices—blending thoughtful interviews, race analysis, and genuine conversation to bring fans closer to the people who define ski racing. Now joining Ski Racing Media as an affiliated podcast, Skiing Is Believing is helping redefine how the sport is told, one story at a time.
2026 Winter Olympic Games on the Skiing is Believing podcast
Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg kick off daily Olympic coverage from the 2026 Milano-Cortina Games with a deep dive into alpine ski racing’s biggest stories. Joined by TNT Sports and FIS TV commentator Ian Findlay, they preview the Men’s Downhill in Bormio, assess medal chances across all ten alpine events, and unpack the major talking points including Lindsey Vonn’s injury and Aleksander Aamodt Kilde’s absence. With insight on Team USA’s powerful women’s squad and Britain’s slalom hopes, this opening episode sets the tone for two weeks of expert Olympic analysis from Cortina and Bormio.
Arc City: The Podcast — New Episode: Saving the CMC Ski Team
In the latest episode of Arc City: The Podcast, we revisit the Colorado Mountain College Ski Team’s fight for survival. After facing major funding cuts, the program rallied support from the ski racing community and secured its future—at least for now. Head coach Scott Tanner and CMC Regional Development Officer Olivia Goldsworthy share how they led a successful campaign to keep the team alive.
Britt Janyk joins top ten series on Skiing is Believing podcast
In the fourth episode of the Skiing is Believing top ten series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg sit down with Canadian World Cup winner Britt Janyk to break down the greatest downhillers of all time—from Moser-Pröll’s dominance in the ’70s to today’s legends and rising stars.
Norwegian duo, Sylvester-Davik & Bakkevig joins the Skiing is Believing podcast
In this special Skiing is Believing episode, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka talk with Norwegian ski racers Madeleine Sylvester-Davik and Rasmus Bakkevig about their breakout World Cup seasons, the depth of Norway’s tech team, and their ambitions for the year ahead—plus a lighthearted couples quick-fire round.
Jesse Kertesz-Knight Kicks Off the Next Gen Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast
Jesse Kertesz-Knight shares his passion for skiing, his journey through the sport, and his experiences at Marmot Basin on the Skiing is Believing podcast.
Legendary U.S. Downhill Racer and Coach AJ Kitt Joins The Skiing is Believing Podcast
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast summer series, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka had the privilege of welcoming former American downhiller and Ski & Snowboard Club Vail coach, AJ Kitt.
Tanguy Nef: From Dartmouth to World Cup Slalom Star
Tanguy Nef is carving his own path to Olympic contention, blending Ivy League academics with World Cup success. The 28-year-old Swiss slalom skier, now ranked among the world’s top ten, reflects on his unique journey through the NCAA system, his breakthrough season, and what it means to chase the Olympic dream.
Ian Findlay Joins Skiing is Believing’s Top Ten Series
In the third episode of the Top 10 series, Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg welcome FIS TV and TNT Sports commentator Ian Findlay to discuss the legends of Men's GS. Tune in!
Emma Carrick-Anderson Joins the Top 10 series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast
In the second episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast they welcomed former British World Cup racer, Emma Carrick-Anderson. Together, they discussed their top ten current female racers. Tune in!
Daron Rahlves Kicks Off the Top Ten Series on the Skiing is Believing Podcast
In the first episode of the new top ten series on the Skiing is Believing podcast, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka welcomed nine-time World Cup Downhill winner Daron Rahlves back to the show. Together, they discussed their top ten male downhill racers of all time. Tune in!
Meet The Publisher, Peter Lange of Ski Racing Media Joins the Skiing is Believing Podcast
In the third episode of the Skiing is Believing summer series, they welcomed Peter Lange, the publisher of Ski Racing Media. Tune in!
Ola Masdal Joins the Skiing is Believing Podcast in the Coach’s Corner Series
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, brought to you by Ski Racing Media, co-hosts Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg were joined by the head coach of the Norwegian men's tech team, Ola Masdal. Tune in!
Matt & Alan Are Back: The Skiing is Believing Podcast Welcomes Mina Holtmann
Kicking off their summer series, the Skiing is Believing podcast, hosted by grandfather-grandson duo Matt Garcka and Alan Rigg, chatted with Norwegian tech star Mina Fuerst Holtmann in their first episode.
Amelia Smart: From NCAA Champion to Canadian Slalom Specialist on Skiing Is Believing Podcast
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Alan Rigg and Matt Garcka had the opportunity to chat with the Canadian slalom specialist, Amelia Smart.
Žan Kranjec: A Conversation with the Slovenian Giant Slalom Superstar on Skiing Is Believing Podcast
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt Garcka met with the 2022 Olympic giant slalom silver medallist, Žan Kranjec.
Reliving History with Konrad Bartelski: Insights from 43 Years Post-Val Gardena Podium
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt and Alan had the opportunity to chat with the first and only British man to score a FIS World Cup downhill podium, Konrad Bartelski.
On the Rise: Zrinka Ljutić Chats with Skiing Is Believing!
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing Podcast, Matt and Alan spoke with last season's FIS Rising Star, tech specialist Zrinka Ljutić.
Levi Race Weekend Breakdown: A Skiing Is Believing Podcast Review
This weekend Matt and Alan were in Levi, and today they released their Levi review on the Skiing is Believing Podcast.
Exploring a Life of Skiing and Racing: Barbara Ann Cochran Joins the Skiing Is Believing Podcast
In this week’s episode on the Skiing is Believing podcast, hosts Matt and Alan had the honor of conversing with Barbara Ann Cochran, a former World Cup ski racer for the U.S. Ski Team.
Catching Up with Recently Retired Slalom Star Charlie Guest on the Skiing Is Believing Podcast
In the latest episode of the Skiing is Believing podcast, Matt and Alan chatted with one of Britain’s best female skiers of all time, Charlie Guest.
Ski Racing Legend Marc Girardelli Shares His Sensational Story With The Skiing Is Believing Podcast
In the third episode of the new season on the Skiing is Believing podcast, Alan and Matt had the absolute honor of welcoming the five-time overall World Cup winner and four-time World Champion, Marc Girardelli.
The Skiing Is Believing Podcast Recaps the Weekend Races in Sölden
In this episode on the Skiing is Believing Podcast, Alan and Matt are re-joined by Eurosport/FIS TV commentator Ian Findlay to review the two-giant slalom’s from Sölden for the men and the women this past weekend.
