Stephen “Sulli” Sullivan shares all the wild twists and turns of co-founding Cloudveil in 1997, then launching Stio in 2011. We dive into some of his most significant (and most painful) lessons learned; key industry insights; and the factors necessary to build a successful outdoor company.

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Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members (1:44)

First outdoor sport you fell in love with? (4:04)

When Did You First Think of Starting an Outdoor Company? (6:36)

Starting Cloudveil (16:06)

Turning Point: Denali (22:16)

What Happened at Cloudveil? (27:12)

Advice on Company Structure (37:37)

Launching Stio (44:29)

Biggest Surprises? (51:26)

Dan Abrams’ 1st Question (56:21)

Dan Abrams’ 2nd Question (1:04:44)

Sulli’s Current Favorite Stio Technical Piece (1:06:27)

Sulli’s Current favorite Casual Piece (1:08:12)

What are You Most Excited about? (1:12:39)

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The rapid proliferation of plans to build large data centers across the USA is a massive story with major consequences. So today, Caroline Gleich talks about what is happening in Utah and beyond; getting attacked by ‘Mr. Wonderful’ on national TV; and more. We also discuss her experience running for U.S. Senate, and why we need more good people to get involved in local politics.

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Caroline’s Background (2:54)

The Data Center Debate (9:10)

Utah's Data Center Controversy (16:13)

Environmental & Community Impacts of Data Centers (20:43)

The AI Arms Race and Its Implications (24:16)

What is Real “Progress”? (30:53)

Where to Find Facts, Not Misinformation? (35:35)

What can be done right now in Utah? (44:26)

Caroline’s Experience of Running for Senate (45:59)

The Promise of Local Politics (54:36)

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Cody and Jonathan talk about Cody’s recent trip to Canada; Patagonia vs Pattie Gonia; the Enhanced Games; the Drunk Olympics?; a runners’ beef; the most Canadian news; what we’re reading & watching; and more.

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Cody in Canada (4:09)

Rant Response (9:19)

The Enhanced Games (19:26)

Enhanced X Games, FWT, or WC Ski Racing? (30:54)

Is the National Spelling Bee a Sport? (36:46)

VIDEO: Cody on ‘Sports’ vs ‘Competitions’ (43:15)

Satisfy x Adidas Event (44:55)

Runners’ Beef: Sage Canaday vs Cam Hanes (58:48)

Patagonia vs Pattie Gonia, Revisited (1:11:00)

Most Canadian News (1:15:55)

What We’re Reading & Watching (1:20:34)

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Jonathan shares some highlights and takeaways from his 12-day trip to Washington DC and NYC.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members (0:51)

1. Rogge’s Talk at the Library of Congress (1:42)

2. Conversations w/ Members of Congress (3:11)

3. Little Mtn Towns & Big Cities (5:09)

4. Cycling in NYC (7:05)

5. Walking & Hiking (11:33)

6. My CRAFTED Trip Report (13:46)

7. The Lincoln Memorial (14:51)

8. The Fox (19:32)

9. Mountain Bike Season (22:27)

10. Some Personal Stats on This Past Winter (23:04)

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In honor of the 50th anniversary, Jonathan talks with Mike Rogge, the owner & editor of the Mountain Gazette, about one of his all-time favorite books, ‘A River Runs Through It,’ by Norman Maclean.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members (3:03)

Meeting Up @ The Library Of Congress (3:54)

When Did You First Read 'A River Runs Through It' (5:51)

Montana’s Second Bible (17:16)

A Book about Grief (33:36)

Neal & Old Rawhide (41:19)

Family Dynamics (45:33)

The Book vs The Film (49:50)

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Cody and Jonathan are back to review the news, including Cody’s recent expedition to Alaska; two incredible achievements in the running world; skier / snowboarder visits this past winter; the most Canadian News, what they’re reading & watching; and more.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members (1:24)

Shoveling in Alaska (3:44)

Rachel Entrekin & the Cocodona 250 (16:43)

Sub 2-Hour Marathon (25:18)

Thoughts re: Super Shoes? (31:53)

NSAA Report: Skier Visits Down (36:05)

Bernie Rosow (53:54)

Rate Cody’s Take (59:19)

Most Canadian News (1:07:51)

What We’re Reading & Watching (1:13:04)

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Today you’ll hear one of the great conversations that just took place at our Blister Summit at Snowbird. McKenna Peterson and Anne Wangler talk about their recent trips to Alaska; Caroline Gleich talks about some of the very big objectives she’s been working on; and leading the conversation is the multi-talented skier, storyteller, and filmmaker, Sierra Schlag.

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Shoutout: New BLISTER+ Members (2:09)

Introductions (3:34)

Imposter Syndrome (14:49)

All-Women Crew vs Mixed Crew (17:13)

Facing Limitations (21:16)

Parental Protection Clauses (26:46)

Advice for Women (32:48)

Advice for Men (34:06)

Silverton Mountain Trip (36:43)

More Audience Questions (41:16)

How to Get More Women Involved (50:08)

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