Jimmy and Mika are back — and this time we’re joined by Norwegian ski legend Gjøran Tefre for a proper catch-up on everything happening around the sport right now. We get into the current state of the Norwegian national team, the rise of private team setups, and what it actually takes to survive outside the federation system. Gjøran shares stories from inside the Norwegian scene, while the boys throw in plenty of opinions, questionable takes, and classic Skirious Problems banter along the way. We also somehow end up discussing beautiful American women, life on the road, training, racing, and all the chaos that comes with being a skier in 2026. Fresh episodes every two weeks — plus behind-the-scenes training VLOGs coming soon. 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON:
SKIRIOUS IS BACK - Debriefing the Norwegian Mafia and FIS meetings
11.05.2026 | 56 min.
Jimmy and Mika are finally back after a long break — and this time it’s just us catching up on everything that’s been going on in the ski world. We’re kicking off a new rhythm with fresh episodes every two weeks, plus some behind-the-scenes training VLOGs along the way. In this episode, we dive into the latest chaos and politics surrounding the Norwegian “mafia” federation, unpack what went down at the recent FIS meetings, and talk about where cross-country skiing is heading next. There’s also plenty of catching up on training, racing, and what life has looked like during the off-season break. No guest this week — just classic Skirious Problems. 🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyND... Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast... RSS-Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@skiriousproblems 🤳🏼 FOLLOW US: Skirious Problems: https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems/ Mika Vermeulen: https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver/ James Clugnet: https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz/
Lake Placid LIVE PODCAST - Klaebo, Karlsson, Gimmler, Pellegrino, Ogden -
02.04.2026 | 1 godz. 36 min.
To finish the season in style, we brought you the best world cup skiers, on a Live Podcast in Lake placid. It was insane laughs the whole time. Stay tuned for a epic evening with the crew and exciting guests from the World Cup circuit 🚀🎧 SUBSCRIBE TO “SKIRIOUS PROBLEMS” ON:Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/1nVdyND...Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/no/podcast...- RSS-Feed: https://anchor.fm/s/ed0abed0/podcast/rss YouTube: / @skiriousproblems 🤳🏼 FOLLOW US:Skirious Problems: / skirious_problems Mika Vermeulen: / mikaa_ver James Clugnet: / jimmycluggz Skirious Problems is partially supported by @fis and produced in cooperation with Maniac Studios.
Alison Mackie: Making the World Cup Look Like a Family Road Trip
19.03.2026 | 44 min.
Jimmy and Mika somehow pulled off booking Alison Mackie—literally at the last minute—and she brings all the good vibes and killer stories from her breakout season on the World Cup. Alison dives into her crazy jump from being barely known to racking up top World Cup results, and shares what it’s actually like navigating the whirlwind of international racing as a young Canadian. You’ll hear about money struggles, travel chaos, surviving road trips, what it really costs to race at the top level, and why the World Cup is both a dream and a grind for North Americans.
The crew also gets into big topics: racing traditions, the infamous Holmenkollen 50K, struggles with federation funding, and why sometimes you just have to break the “no candy before dinner” rule.
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🤳🏼 FOLLOW US: Skirious Problems: https://www.instagram.com/skirious_problems Mika Vermeulen: https://www.instagram.com/mikaa_ver James Clugnet: https://www.instagram.com/jimmycluggz
Skirious Problems is partially supported by FIS and produced in cooperation with Maniac Studios.
Holmenkollen 50k Debrief - Fog, breakaways and race interference
14.03.2026 | 21 min.
Your nb 1 nordic podcast is back for the debrief of one of the biggest race of the season the 50k in holmenkollen. The first ever 50k with women and men racing simultaneously ! Hedegart is becoming a GOAT, KOT doing kot tings, Frida being a tank everything was in for a good debrief. Tune in to hear our take on the whole thing.
Skirious Problems is your backstage pass to the brilliantly unpolished world of elite cross-country skiing. Hosted by World Cup racers Mika Vermeulen and James Clugnet, the show delivers a sharp mix of insider insight, chaotic travel tales, training drama, and the kind of brutally honest banter you only get from athletes who spend far too much time together on the road. The hosts aren’t afraid to voice strong opinions, roast each other, or poke fun at the quirks of their sport — all with a wink and a sense of humility.
What truly elevates the show, though, is the lineup of prominent guests who drop in: World Cup winners, rising stars, Olympic medalists, wax technicians with cult followings, and the occasional wild-card personality from outside skiing. Their stories bring depth, humor, and a fresh range of perspectives, whether they’re unpacking tense race moments, revealing team secrets, or debating the future of the sport.
With its mix of authenticity, sharp humor, and unfiltered athlete conversations, Skirious Problems offers a uniquely entertaining look at skiing life beyond the finish line — perfect for fans, athletes, and anyone who enjoys a good dose of organized chaos.
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