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Olympic alpine skiing champion Mikaela Shiffrin is stepping into the world of podcasting, as she recently announced the launch of her upcoming show. In a post on X, the celebrated athlete shared her enthusiasm, stating, “I guess I’m starting a podcast now?! 😅 First episode coming 🔜.” Shiffrin invited fans to subscribe to her YouTube channel, @mikaelashiffrin, where the podcast will be hosted, with the project presented by her sponsor, Stifel. Shiffrin, a two-time Olympic gold medalist and six-time World Championship medalist, is no stranger to breaking new ground. With a career that includes 87 World Cup victories and three…

Jake E. Lee, the legendary guitarist whose blistering work with Ozzy Osbourne and Badlands cemented his place in rock history, recently shared vivid memories of his first encounter with Metallica’s raw energy and a surprising moment of praise from their drummer, Lars Ulrich. In an exclusive interview with Guitar World, Lee opened up about his initial impressions of the thrash metal pioneers and their time together on the road during Osbourne’s 1986 The Ultimate Sin tour, offering fans a rare glimpse into a pivotal era of heavy metal. Lee, whose tenure with Osbourne from 1982 to 1987 produced iconic albums…

Jake E. Lee, the iconic guitarist whose searing riffs defined Ozzy Osbourne’s prime and propelled the cult-favorite band Badlands to hard rock reverence, has sparked excitement among fans with hints of a potential return for the group’s music. In a recent interview, Lee revealed that a previously unreleased Badlands track, long shelved, faces an impending deadline that could see it finally reach listeners, reigniting interest in the band’s storied legacy. Formed in 1988 after Lee’s departure from Osbourne’s band, Badlands—featuring vocalist Ray Gillen, drummer Eric Singer, and bassist Greg Chaisson—carved a niche with their blues-infused hard rock, blending grit and…

In the high-stakes world of alpine skiing, where split-second decisions can define a season, American star Mikaela Shiffrin flashed a resilient smile after securing fourth place in the opening giant slalom of the 2025/26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup on Sunday. While the result left her just off the medals, it was the simple yet profound encouragement from her boyfriend, Norwegian skier Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, that captured hearts worldwide. Moments after Shiffrin crossed the finish line on the challenging Rettenbach glacier course, Kilde – a former World Cup champion himself – reached out with a private, three-word message: “Keep pushing…

In a night that had ’80s hair metal fans screaming for more, guitar virtuoso Jake E. Lee made a jaw-dropping unannounced appearance at the electrifying Hair Nation event, turning an already high-octane gathering into pure rock ‘n’ roll magic. The former Ozzy Osbourne axeman, renowned for his blistering solos on classics like “Bark at the Moon” and his stints with Badlands and Red Dragon Cartel, left the crowd roaring as he shredded alongside hosts Dangerous Darren and the Tesla Band. The buzz ignited on social media when @teslaband_hairnation_dangerious_darren – the dynamic frontman of the Tesla tribute crew and a staple…

Olympic gold medalist and alpine skiing superstar Mikaela Shiffrin is expanding her influence beyond the slopes with the launch of her personal brand and a new podcast series. The 30-year-old American athlete, who holds the record for the most World Cup wins in history, announced the debut of “What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin” on Sunday, with the first episode set to drop this Wednesday, October 29—just 100 days before the start of the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. In a playful social media post on X (formerly Twitter), Shiffrin teased the venture with the caption, “I guess I’m starting a…

Swiss alpine skiing powerhouse Marco Odermatt electrified the World Cup opener in Sölden, securing his third consecutive giant slalom victory on the Rettenbach glacier and claiming his 46th career World Cup win. The performance drew high praise from American skiing icon Mikaela Shiffrin, who celebrated the men’s field for their thrilling start to the 2025-2026 season, spotlighting Odermatt’s triumph with an enthusiastic social media post: “MARCOOO ODERMATTTT!!! 🇨🇭💥 Wow! Third win in Soelden and 46th World Cup victory! 🏆🔥” Odermatt, 28, delivered a commanding performance, navigating the steep, icy course with precision to outpace a stacked field. His blistering second…

Olympic gold medalist and alpine skiing legend Lindsey Vonn expressed her pride and admiration for the U.S. Ski Team following their impressive performance at the recent World Cup opener in Sölden, Austria. The retired skiing icon took to social media to salute the team’s efforts, highlighting their determination and skill on the challenging slopes. The U.S. Ski Team delivered a strong showing in the giant slalom event, with several athletes posting competitive times against a formidable international field. Vonn, who has been a vocal supporter of the team since her retirement in 2019, praised the athletes for their resilience and…

Mikaela Shiffrin’s fourth-place finish in the FIS Alpine Ski World Cup giant slalom opener in Sölden, Austria, on October 25, 2025, drew high praise from her fiancé, Norwegian alpine skiing star Aleksander Aamodt Kilde, who called her performance a “testament to her resilience” as she launched her 2025/26 Olympic season campaign. Shiffrin, the two-time Olympic champion, delivered a strong showing in her first competitive race since last season’s challenges, setting a confident tone for her path to the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics. Kilde, a former overall World Cup champion and Olympic medalist himself, watched from the sidelines as Shiffrin…

Mikaela Shiffrin, the two-time Olympic champion and alpine skiing’s most decorated athlete, kicked off the 2025/26 FIS Alpine Ski World Cup season with a promising fourth-place finish in Saturday’s giant slalom opener in Sölden, Austria – a result she described as a “monumental step” in her ongoing recovery from last season’s challenges. Building on that momentum, Shiffrin has revealed a provisional schedule emphasizing her strongest disciplines – slalom and giant slalom – as she builds toward the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics, set for February 6-22 in Italy. In a recent interview ahead of the Sölden race, Shiffrin outlined a…