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Pitching legend John Smoltz played 22 MLB seasons, 21 with the Atlanta Braves. He was a 1995 World Series champion and the 1996 Cy Young Award winner. In 2001, after Tommy John surgery, he became a reliever for four years. Smoltz is only the 2nd pitcher in history to have a 20 win season and a 50 saves season. He is also the only pitcher in MLB to amass 200 wins and 150 saves in his career. Listen to John's episode as he also discusses baseball and the American Century Championship. Recorded July 13, 2023.

Park City Peaks Hotel in Park City, UT is conveniently located on the city's free bus route. In winter they also have shuttle to the nearby ski resorts. This recently remodeled hotel also has it own Italian restaurant, Versante, which also has become popular with locals as well as the hotel guests. With a large outdoor pool, indoor hot tub and a gym that is outfitted for your next workout. Voted 2023 Trraveler's Choice Hotel by Trip Advisor, this hotel is also ready for your next meeting or event. www.parkcitypeaks.com

Eric Seymour from Jackson Hole Mountain Resort provides great insight into the deep early snow that provided an outstanding opening for their 2022-23 season. Eric, interviewed by SKIER NEWS Publisher and Always Upright Podcaster, Dave Leonardi, also discusses Jackson's new high-speed quad, many fun events and their Golden Ticket 50% lift ticket discount. Eric describes JHMR's varied terrain including their legendary chute "Corbet's Couloir" off of the top of their 4,139 vertical foot tram. He also discusses the resort's groomed trails, events, scenic views and great early December 2022 snow. ...

Jayson Werth played on four MLB teams, Toronto, LA Dodgers, Washington Nationals and the Philadelphia Phillies where he helped lead them the to a World Series Championship in 2008. In their defending 2009 Series vs the Yankees he hit seven home runs but the Phils lost the Series in six games. He was a fan favorite wherever he played.

Jackson's Town Square Inns are just six short blocks, walking distance, to the famous Jackson's Town Square, shops, galleries, bars and restaurants. Town Square Inns comprise four properties. They are the Antler Inn, Elk Country Inn, The 49er Inn and Suites and Cowboy Village Resort. These family owned properties have 400 room choices and can fit any family budget, group or individual traveler's need. They are greatly maintained and upgraded often. Take your pick of any room type, add free daily shuttles to Jackson Hole Mountain Resort and you are set for a great ski vacation. Steve Meadows, ...

Always Upright (AU), SKIER NEWS' podcast interviews Phil Laws. At the time Laws was Senior VP and General Manager of Philadelphia's Wells Fargo Center. In mid 2023 he was promoted to President. Phil reveals the many behind the scenes operations involved in producing a major sporting event or show, sometimes in the same day. Much more is included in discussing the overseeing of this 20,000 seat arena from the scoreboard to the parking lot in this intriguing episode. Recorded Dec. 20, 2022.

Holiday Inn Express in Lincoln NH is an award winning property that is conveniently located off of I-93 Exit 32, mile marker 100. It is nearby to four White Mountain ski resorts plus there are other winter and summer attractions within walking distance. G.M. Amir Khasanov discusses the recent remodel of the hotel and all its amenities. Recorded for winter 2022-23. www.hielincoln.com

Jay DeMarcus, formerly of Rascal Flatts and Jason Scheff, former lead singer for Chicago, each describe working together on their new project "Generation Radio." The two formed the new band as Covid started. Later they released their first album titled "Generation Radio" with a second album in the works. Log on to www.generationradio.com to view great videos.

This number one draft pick by the Houston Texans in 2002 played QB for 11 seasons in the NFL. As a backup to Eli Manning in 2011 he was on the Super Bowl winning NY Giants. Now an analyst on the NFL network, Carr discusses growing up in nearby Fresno, CA and his love for the Tahoe area. Recorded July 16, 2023.

Interviewing Jay DeMarcus from Rascal Flatts and Jason Scheff from Chicago, now both are part of a great new group, Generation Radio. Combining with other A-list band members this new project recreates the great rock'n'roll sounds of the 80s. www.generationradio.com

Always Upright - Skier News Publisher and Podcaster, Dave Leonardi, interviews Brian Bossier, Executive V.P. & CMO of the Pocono Mountain Visitor Bureau. Brian describes this four season destination in close proximity of New York and Philadelphia. Brian describes Fall activities and the Poconos' famous leaf-peeping highways. The episode also discusses winter activities at the resorts, including rentals, lessons, high-speed lifts, tubing and infrastructure improvements. Recorded Sept 12, 2022. Visit: www.poconomountains.com

Always Upright-Skier News Publisher & Podcaster, Dave Leonardi, interviews Ski Utah's Media Director Alison Palmintere regarding the state's 15 resorts and the "Greatest Snow on Earth." Alison discusses the upgrades to not only the resorts but the recent, complete make-over of The Salt Lake City International Airport. The airport is just 4 miles west of downtown Salt Lake City and 45 minutes from Park City and Alta. Ski Utah also sponsors a program for huge discounts for 4th, 5th & 6th graders to ski all of Utah's resorts and it's open to everyone, not just Utah residents. Listen and then log ...

Utah's Alta Ski Area, near Salt Lake City, had a record 903 inches of snow in winter 2022-23. In this episode Podcaster Dave Leonardi updates summer visit to Alta with Marketing Director, Brandon Ott. He informs listeners of Alta's Summer environmental stewardship of the area and reasons for their recognition of excellence by the ski industry. In the 2023-24 winter season Alta boasts 86 years of independent skiing as Alta is a "skiers only" mountain. Please listen and for more please visit: www.alta.com

Mammoth Lakes 2023 newly remodeled full service resort in downtown Mammoth Lakes California. It is the newest rustic cozy resort in the town.

Extreme skier, Dan Egan and favorite of Warren Miller films, explains his growth and love for skiing from growing up in Boston to flying around the world with his brother John. Besides the many countries, they also skied the Berlin Wall as it was coming down. Dan discusses how shaped skis have changed his style and if he still jumps off cliffs. Hear his fascinating story and info about the book he wrote about his adventures on snow, titled "30 Years in a White Haze." He also has a book on technique, All-Terrain Skiing. Find Dan's store at www.dan-egan.com. Follow the link on this page to hear ...

Dave Leonardi, www.skiernews.com Publisher and Always Upright Podcaster, returned to Mammoth Lakes to once again interview John Urdi, Executive Director of Mammoth Lakes Tourism. On July 9, 2023, John and Dave discussed the massive snowfall in the town and on Mammoth Mountain, which ended their ski season on August 6. The mountain saw 1,000 inches of snowfall at the summit. With the snow came many issues which delayed opening times and locals tending to daily dig outs of feet of snow each morning. For winter there is easy access to Mammoth Lakes with flights into nearby Bishop, CA. Listen to ...

The Kancamagus Lodge is conveniently located in Lincoln NH, and is the closest lodge to Loon Mountain in Lincoln. It also is close to Cannon and Waterville. GM Danielle Avery reviews the many room types and amenities at the property with hopes that you will book your next winter or summer stay in NH's White Mountains at the Kancamagus Lodge. Please know there are two restaurants at the Lodge, Brittany's Restaurant on the main floor and CJ's on the lower level is the only Sports Bar in Lincoln. Listen to this podcast, recorded for winter 2022-23, and learn more at: www.kancamaguslodge.com

Brett Baier, Fox News Channel's Chief Political Anchor and host of "Special Report with Brett Baier" discusses his golf playing days on his college team and Edgewood Tahoe's American Century Championship. Brett also is an accomplished rapper and singer who often can be seen on stage at Harrah's Tahoe entertaining the crowd. You'll find this a fascinating insight into the light hearted side of this serious TV broadcaster.

Doug Pederson, former Super Bowl winning head coach in 2017 with the Philadelphia Eagles discusses his current head coaching job with the Jacksonville Jaguars. In 2022 Doug led the Jags to their first playoff appearance and victory since 2017. Doug also coached in Kansas City under now two time Super Bowl winning coach Andy Reid. Pederson also provides insight into the American Century Championship celebrity golf event at the Edgewood Tahoe golf course. Recorded July 16, 2023.

Robbie Gould, NFL Place Kicker, is the leading scorer for the Chicago Bears. Robbie's record of point scoring comes from kicking field goals and extra points for the Bears from 2005 to 2015. Robbie discusses his football accomplishments including 26 consecutive field goals, quite an achievement. He also discusses his golf play at the American Century competition at the Edgewood Tahoe golf course, July 12-14, 2023. Recorded July 15, 2023.