Jasmine Baird

Welcome to Season Two of "For the Love of Winter," A weekly podcast that explores our cultural love affair with winter sports, the mountains, and of course the people who are shaped and forever changed by their love of winter.This week, Kendra sit’s down with Canadian Olympic pro snowboarder Jasmine Baird Jasmine Baird as she shares her journey through the highs and lows of competitive snowboarding. From the best advice she ever received—just have fun—to dealing with setbacks, injuries, and the pressure of progression, Jasmine opens up about what keeps her motivated. She talks about the importance of community, the role of helmet safety, and how she balances being a pro athlete with working toward a Bachelor of Science in Psychology.What is it you love about winter? Is it the thrill, the beauty, the stillness? As Canadian’s winter is part of our DNA. The snowy season is something that unites from coast to coast. For The Love of Winter, is a podcast that celebrates Canada’s longest season.