Sled Dog Podcast

Episode 21 This interview is with Jason Barron- This week we had the pleasure of meeting and interviewing Jason Barron, winner of the 2009 John Beargrease race.   Listen in as Jason describes the John Beargrease Race and what it takes to win in todays mid- distance races.  We also hear a “hold on to your … Continue reading "Episode 21 – “A Bear to Contend With!” – Interview with Jason Barron"

Episode 20 This interview is with Egil Ellis- Join us as we get to know a renowned sprint musher and learn about his journey from Sweden to Alaska.  With humble scandinavian beginnings, Egil and his wife Helen have built up an amazing kennel and track record.  Their dogs are all over the world.  Sprint racing took … Continue reading "Episode 20 – “Pointer Power” – Interview with Egil Ellis"

Episode 19 This interview is with Ken Anderson and Gwen Holdmann- If you’ve ever wondered what it would be like to live in the middle of no-where, have 85 dogs, and race with your best friend, then you have got to listen to this interview.  Listen as Ken and Gwen share heart felt stories and … Continue reading "Episode 19 – “The Trail Less Traveled” – Interview with Ken Anderson & Gwen Holdmann"

Episode 18 This interview is with renowned Sprint Musher Buddy Streeper – If you’re a sprint musher or interested at all in sprint mushing, you have got to listen to this interview. Dedication, hard work, focus, and determination are a few words to describe Buddy and his family. Buddy’s passion for the sport and his … Continue reading "Episode 18 – “100 Days” – Interview with Buddy Streeper"

Episode 17 This is a Special Tribute Interview with Legendary Sprint Musher George Attla – We had the pleasure of interviewing one of the most successful sprint mushers of the sport. George’s adventures over the last 50 years have been legendary and clearly to this point, unbeatable. Listen to the history of this Athabascan native … Continue reading "Episode 17 – “No Regrets” – A Special Tribute to Legendary Sprint Musher George Attla"

Story 11 – Stories from Shony – “Iditarod Part 3” This story is about realizing your purpose in life.  As the race continues to the Yukon and beyond, listen how Wings and the team overcome fear, doubt, and unbelief.  The suspense builds as the Musher leads the team over treacherous rivers and high forbidding cliffs, in … Continue reading "Story 11 – Stories From Shony – “Iditarod Part 3”"

Episode 16 Hear an Interview with Jessica Klejka as she describes this year’s Jr. Iditarod- This year turned out to be a photo finish year for the Jr. Iditarod.  In this interview, Jessica tells us how she prepared and won this years 150 mile race.  It wasn’t easy; it wasn’t a piece of cake, but it sure was fun.  Listen … Continue reading "Episode 16 – “1 Second to Spare!” – Hear an Interview with Jessica Klejka about this year’s Jr. Iditarod"

Story 10 – Stories from Shony – “Iditarod Part 2” This story is about leadership and following the commands of the Master.  As the race continues to the Yukon and beyond, listen to the brave move of a musher as he battles the elements and strengthens his team through calm commands and insight to put Wings in … Continue reading "Story 10 – Stories From Shony – “Iditarod Part 2”"

Episode 15 Hear an Interview with Joe Runyan as he gets ready to run this year’s Iditarod- This year’s Iditarod has a surprise musher: Joe Runyan. That’s right, he’s back on a dog sled. Joe shares with us what led him to get back on his sled and run Iditarod 36. With stories, ideas and … Continue reading "Episode 15 – “Back on the Dog Sled” – Hear an Interview with Joe Runyan about this years Iditarod"

Story 9 – Stories from Shony – “Iditarod Part 1” This story is about how to find courage and strength in the midst of challenges.  Hear Shony tell about her great grandma Wings and how she helped lead a team to win the Iditarod.  The story walks us through the beginning part of the trail and … Continue reading "Story 9 – Stories From Shony – “Iditarod Part 1”"

Episode 14 Hear an Interview with Chuck Wirschem from Alaska Sky Trekking – Flying High above the Iditarod and experiencing the race a way that only few individuals can.  This interview is all about soaring over and watching the Iditarod, and all the wonders of Alaska.  Hear how Chuck describes the beauty of the trail, the ever present dangers, … Continue reading "Episode 14 – Idita”Flying” – Hear an Interview with Chuck Wirschem from Alaska Sky Trekking"

Episode 13 – Hear an Interview with Frank Turner – Yukon Quest Veteran and Owner of Muktuk Adventures. This interview with Frank Turner is geared around dog sledding and the Yukon Quest.  Frank talks about the course, the challenges, and the incredible adventures the Quest offers.  Join us as we listen to the riveting climax as Frank and the Yukon … Continue reading "Episode 13 – Everyone’s Got an Eagle Summit – Hear an Interview with Frank Turner"

Episode 12 – Hear an Interview with Lance Mackey – Iditarod & Yukon Quest Winner focuses on Promoting Alaska. This interview with Lance Mackey will inspire and suprise you!  Big Time!  Lance’s passion and focus has lead to his success and increasing dedication to winning races.  This interview focuses on a mushers competitive spirit and how he … Continue reading "Episode 12 – A Rising Tide Lifts all Boats!” – Hear an Interview with Lance Mackey"

Story 8 – Stories from Shony – “Chaos in the Kennel!” This story is about how to find peace in your life.  If your not careful, life in the kennel can get out of control.  Anger, selfishness, whining and petty bickering are all put aside for the sake of the team and love for each other.  It’s … Continue reading "Story 8 – Stories From Shony – “Chaos in the Kennel!”"

Episode 11 – Hear an Interview with Polly Mahoney – Mahoosuc Guide Service. This interview with Polly covers the fascinating world of overnight and day Dog Sled Adventures.  Listen as Polly explains the adventure of a lifetime when she and Kevin take newbie mushers out for their first real adventure on the runners of a dog sled.  … Continue reading "Episode 11 – “Dog Sled Adventures” – Hear an Interview with Polly Mahoney – Mahoosuc Guide Service"

Story 7 – Stories from Shony – “It’s Not Fair!”  This story is about fairness.  Listen in on the dynamics of a race gone sour and the way the kennel needs to deal with it.  Heartbreak, anger and retaliation are all set aside as  truth and fairness are played out among Shony and her friends.   The team learns … Continue reading "Story 7 – Stories From Shony – “It’s Not Fair!”"

Episode 10 – Hear an Interview with Sara Vanderwood of Ski Dawg Ski- Gotta dog? Let’s ski! This interview with Sara covers the great sport of Skijoring, Scootering, and Canicross.  Sara provides detailed information on how to get started in skijoring and what equipment is needed.  She is also part of the Ski Dawg Ski Training Camp in Lake Placid … Continue reading "Episode 10 – “Ski Dawg Ski” – Hear an Interview with Sara Vanderwood of Ski Dawg Ski"

Episode 9 – Hear an Interview with Zack Steer of the Sheep Mountain Lodge and the Sheep Mountain 150- Musher, Lodge Owner, and Race General! This interview with Zack covers everything from the Sheep Mountain 150 to his placing 3rd in the 2007 Iditarod.  Listen to stories as Zack tells us all about the 2007 twists and … Continue reading "Episode 9 – “The Best Musher You Never Heard Of” – Hear an Interview with Zack Steer of the Sheep Mountain Lodge and the Sheep Mountain 150"

Story 6 – Stories from Shony – “A Tribute to Caleb” This story focuses on a recent passing of a wonderful Sled Dog named Caleb.  It has been a very difficult week for all of us and we thought it would help us to create a tribute to him and all the other wonderful companions, that … Continue reading "Story 6 – Stories From Shony – “A Tribute to Caleb”"

Episode 8 – Hear an Interview with Greg Sellentin from Mushing Magazine – Successful publisher, and musher shares his adventure from Manhattan to Alaska! If you think you need to go through a lot to get your dogs trained, listen to the beginning trials of this musher!  His love for the sport compelled him to bring us the … Continue reading "Episode 8 – “Three Sibes in Manhattan.” – Hear an Interview with Greg Sellentin from Mushing Magazine"

Story 5 – Stories from Shony – “Listening to the Masters Voice!” This story focuses on listening to the Masters Voice and how important it is for a Lead Dog.  Shony shares how she has learned, through trials and mistakes, on what to do in times of crisis.  Stay focused, don’t panic and listen to the … Continue reading "Story 5 – Stories From Shony – “Listening to the Masters Voice!”"

Episode 7 – Hear an Interview with Becky Himes – Seasoned, successful musher who enjoys the longer races like the CanAm race in Maine, the Beargrease, the Midnight Run in the U.P…but she didn’t start there! Becky takes us on her journey in dogsledding. The focus is the transition one goes through when they leave … Continue reading "Episode 7 – “Hot Chocolate and a Donut.”"

Episode 6 – Hear an Interview with Martin Buser –  4 time Iditarod Winner and about to accomplish his 25th Iditarod in 2008.   This is an inspiring interview about one family’s life long dream and adventures around the World.  Martin tells us about his life as a champion musher and his inspiring life as a father and member of the … Continue reading "Episode 6 – “Dad, Musher, Champion, & Patriot.” – Hear an Interview with Martin Buser"

Episode 5 – Hear an Interview with Jon Little- 5 time Iditarod Musher & Exclusive Writer for Cabela’s that covers the Iditarod.   Jon tells of his fascinating career and exciting adventures covering the “The Last Great Race.”  Listen as Jon teaches us how to manage a smaller but successful kennel and what it takes to stay competitive in the sport.    … Continue reading "Episode 5 – “All I wanted was a cat.” – Hear an Interview with Jon Little"

Story 4 – Stories from Shony – “Running the Good Race!” This action packed story gives a behind the scene look at the sled dog race.  Listen as Shony and her kennel mates get ready for an exciting and adventurous sprint dog race.  Run hard, stay focused, and most importantly, please the master, is the discussion of the kennel.  … Continue reading "Story 4 – Stories from Shony – “Running the Good Race!”"

Episode 4 – Hear an Interview with Dee Dee Jonrowe – 25 time Iditarod Musher .   Dee Dee teaches us how to set priorities and focus on what matters.  Her inspiration and determination has carried her though 25 Iditarods and her personal strength and faith has carried her though tragedy and personal hardships.  Follow her in this interview as … Continue reading "Episode 4 – “It’s all about the dogs!” – Hear an Interview with Dee Dee Jonrowe"

Story 3 – Stories from Shony – “Flowers in the Garden!” Shony tells us about a new dog in the kennel and how her air of discontent permeates the kennel like weeds in a garden.  Listen to her third story and discover how to be a flower in the garden instead of a weed.  As you listen, … Continue reading "Story 3 – Stories from Shony – “Flowers in the Garden!”"

Episode 3 – Hear an interview with Dr. Tim Hunt – Vet and Dog Food Expert. This is a double interview episode.  First we have Dr. Tim Hunt from Dr. Tim’s Pet Food Company and Bayshore Veterinary Hospital in Marquette, Michigan.   He helped us understand what to look for in a performance dog food and what … Continue reading "Episode 3 – “Fuel for the Trail” – Hear an interview with Dr. Tim Hunt"

Story 2 – Stories from Shony – “Together We Do More!” The second story of Shony is about the love of sibblings.  Different personalities and talents help each dog be who they need to be, for the team.

Episode 2 – Hear an interview with Kathy Pickett – Nook Sack Racing This interview is about making things happen.  How necessity has created businesses and help hundreds to learn about the sport of Dog Sledding.  Listen to Kathy tell us about the industry, years of racing, harnesses and generational vision.  Don’t forget to check out the … Continue reading "Episode 2 – “The Mountain Men”"

Story 1 – Stories from Shony – “The Beginning” This is the first of many audio stories from the Life of Shony.  Shony is a retired Sleddog and she loves to share stories from her puppy and working dog life.  Listen to the wonderful stories and hear the messages that will last a lifetime.

Episode 1 – Hear an interview with Jeff Schultz – The Official Photographer of the Iditarod. This is a casual interview about how Jeff became a photographer, what brought him to Alaska and why he loves the Iditarod.   The passion, strength and love of the sport, and his true meaning in life are brought out in … Continue reading "Episode 1 – The “Eye of the Iditarod” – Hear an interview with Jeff Schultz"

Welcome to the Sled Dog Podcast.  This is the “introduction to the show”, Podcast.  We are very excited to bring you interviews with Mushers, Suppliers, and Kennels, in order to share knowledge and promote the sport of Dog Sledding. Happy Mushing! SledDogPodcast Episode 1 071207