The TWBC Podcast

The Water Ski Broadcasting Company

Hosted by tournament waterskiing's prolific announcer Tony Lightfoot. Athlete Interviews, Inside News and Views, Commentary, Opinions and much more from the world of tournament waterskiing. read less
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Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Gonzales and Zane Nicholson
28-10-2023
Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Gonzales and Zane Nicholson
In this 150th episode of the TWBC Podcast we take the opportunity to speak to the coaches/managers of the two top teams in Collegiate Water Skiing in the USA: Ryan Gonzales of Louisiana-Lafayette’s Ragin’ Cajuns and Zane Nicholson of Louisiana-Monroe’s Warhawks. We pose questions about their teams esp. how they recruit and how they train … Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Gonzales and Zane Nicholson Read More »
Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Gonzales and Zane Nicholson
28-10-2023
Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Gonzales and Zane Nicholson
In this 150th episode of the TWBC Podcast we take the opportunity to speak to the coaches/managers of the two top teams in Collegiate Water Skiing in the USA: Ryan Gonzales of Louisiana-Lafayette’s Ragin’ Cajuns and Zane Nicholson of Louisiana-Monroe’s Warhawks. We pose questions about their teams esp. how they recruit and how they train … Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Gonzales and Zane Nicholson Read More »
On Tour with Freddie Winter – World Championship Review
24-10-2023
On Tour with Freddie Winter – World Championship Review
Freddie Winter notched up his second World Championship title and in this TWBC Podcast episode he talks about the events that led up to that victory, how he is spending his off season and what his hopes are for the future with the upcoming 2024 season. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC … On Tour with Freddie Winter – World Championship Review Read More »
Face-to-Face Special – with Joel Howley
16-10-2023
Face-to-Face Special – with Joel Howley
Skiing early in the morning after competing in the World Slalom Final, Joel Howley spared a few minutes to talk to The TWBC Podcast during a Connelly photoshoot at Swiss Water Ski Resort. He spoke about this performance at the World’s, his equipment setup and a major upcoming life event among many questions posed to … Face-to-Face Special – with Joel Howley Read More »
Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Dodd
15-10-2023
Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Dodd
The TWBC Podcast took the opportunity to talk with Ryan Dodd as he prepared to compete at the World’s at Sunset Lakes. He explains his training regimen and why he has been largely absent for much of the tournament season. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to … Face-to-Face Special – with Ryan Dodd Read More »
Face-to-Face – with Joel Poland
09-10-2023
Face-to-Face – with Joel Poland
With the World Championships at Sunset Lakes just hours away from starting we spoke to the defending World Overall Champ Joel Poland about his new boat sponsorship deal and the potential conflicts that could come into play – namely his ability to perform his best behind any boat and where he gets to use his … Face-to-Face – with Joel Poland Read More »
Face-to-Face Special – Freddy Krueger + Karen Truelove (Part 2)
08-10-2023
Face-to-Face Special – Freddy Krueger + Karen Truelove (Part 2)
This is the Second of a two-part conversation conducted with one of the greatest power couples in pro water skiing: Freddy Krueger and Karen Truelove. In this final episode they talk about their longevity in the sport, how the sport has changed in the years they have been competing and what the future holds not … Face-to-Face Special – Freddy Krueger + Karen Truelove (Part 2) Read More »
Face-to-Face Special – Freddy Krueger + Karen Truelove (Part 1)
06-10-2023
Face-to-Face Special – Freddy Krueger + Karen Truelove (Part 1)
This is the First of a two-part conversation conducted with one of the greatest power couples in pro water skiing: Freddy Krueger and Karen Truelove. In this episode we talk about where they each started in the sport, how they meet and the lasting collaboration that they have had for nearly 30 years. They also … Face-to-Face Special – Freddy Krueger + Karen Truelove (Part 1) Read More »
On Tour with Freddie Winter -Travers Grand Prix Post Event Review
25-09-2023
On Tour with Freddie Winter -Travers Grand Prix Post Event Review
The Travers Grand Prix represents the final event of the Water Ski Pro Tour season and Freddie Winter gives us his take on the event, his win and the Tour as a whole. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to get more details on how to be … On Tour with Freddie Winter -Travers Grand Prix Post Event Review Read More »
On Tour with Freddie Winter – Malibu Open Post Event Review
19-09-2023
On Tour with Freddie Winter – Malibu Open Post Event Review
In this edition of On Your with Freddie Winter we offer Post-Event analysis of the 2023 Malibu Open in Tuscaloosa, Alabama – and there was plenty to talk about in this episode with pending world records and other milestones achieved here. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com … On Tour with Freddie Winter – Malibu Open Post Event Review Read More »
Face-to-Face – with Luca Rauchenwald
15-09-2023
Face-to-Face – with Luca Rauchenwald
Luca Racuchenwald is the latest of a long line of Austrian jumpers looking to make an imapact at Pro events, having recently won the silver medal at the Europeans this season at San Gervasio. As he prepared for the 2023 Malibu Open the TWBC Podcast took the opportunity to speak with him. Looking to support … Face-to-Face – with Luca Rauchenwald Read More »
Face-to-Face – with Louis Duplan-Fribourg
15-09-2023
Face-to-Face – with Louis Duplan-Fribourg
Having recently won his latest European titles in Jump and Overall Louis Duplan-Fribourg is now setting his targets to higher levels. The TWBC Podcast spoke to hime before the 2023 Malibu nOpen in Tuscaloosa, Alabama to find out where he got his start and what the future possibly lies in store for him. Looking to … Face-to-Face – with Louis Duplan-Fribourg Read More »
Face-to-Face – with Richard Abelson
15-09-2023
Face-to-Face – with Richard Abelson
Interviewed just before guiding his son through the Malibu Open Richard Abelson explained his philosophies when it comes to coaching his two up-and-coming skiing stars – and the importance of establishing a clear distance at certain times. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to get more details … Face-to-Face – with Richard Abelson Read More »
Face-to-Face – with Cole McCormick
15-09-2023
Face-to-Face – with Cole McCormick
With an ankle injury just before the start of the pro season Cole McCormick is back and looking for success at the tail end of the 2023 season. We spoke to him about that and more just before the Malibu Open. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com … Face-to-Face – with Cole McCormick Read More »
On Tour with Freddie Winter – Malibu Open Preview
15-09-2023
On Tour with Freddie Winter – Malibu Open Preview
The Water Ski Pro Tour travels to Tuscaloosa, Alabama for the penultimate stop – The Malibu Open. Freddie Winter offers his hot take on this event and a whole bunch besides. Enjoy! Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to get more details on how to be a … On Tour with Freddie Winter – Malibu Open Preview Read More »
On Tour with Freddie Winter – MasterCraft Pro Preview
08-09-2023
On Tour with Freddie Winter – MasterCraft Pro Preview
The MasterCraft Pro kicks off a series of three Water Ski Pro Tour events in the Southern United States. With that in mind we caught up with Freddie Winter a few hours before the prelims to find what he’s been up in the last few weeks and what he is looking forward to towards the … On Tour with Freddie Winter – MasterCraft Pro Preview Read More »
Online with Matteo Luzzeri – Post European Series Episode
05-08-2023
Online with Matteo Luzzeri – Post European Series Episode
In this special extended-length episode of the TWBC Podcast we wrap up the European stretch of the Pro Season by talking to Matteo Luzzeri on a variety of topics – organizing not one but two major tournaments at his Jolly Ski site just outside Brescia in Italy in the space of a month and the … Online with Matteo Luzzeri – Post European Series Episode Read More »
TWBC Crew Special – Europe 2023
29-07-2023
TWBC Crew Special – Europe 2023
A special episode recorded with the TWBC Crew of Vincent Stadlbaur, Jeromy Schall and Conner Pauley describing their latest trip to the European series of events. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to get more details on how to be a supporting sponsor.
Face-to-Face – San Gervasio Post Event with Allie Nicholson
16-07-2023
Face-to-Face – San Gervasio Post Event with Allie Nicholson
Post-event reaction from the 9th Annual San Gervasio ProAm presented by Santos Dessault with the women’s champion Allie Nicholson. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to get more details on how to be a supporting sponsor.
On Tour with Freddie Winter – San Gervasio Pro Am Preview
14-07-2023
On Tour with Freddie Winter – San Gervasio Pro Am Preview
Another weekend, another Pro Tour Stop. This time around Freddie Winter breaks down the 9th edition of the San Gervasio Pro Am presented by Santos Dessault and explains that while he isn’t a huge fan the head-to-head format the event hold a treasured place in his heart. Looking to support this 3rd season of the … On Tour with Freddie Winter – San Gervasio Pro Am Preview Read More »
Face-to-Face – Kaiafas Post Event with Allie Nicholson and Freddie Winter
09-07-2023
Face-to-Face – Kaiafas Post Event with Allie Nicholson and Freddie Winter
Post-event reaction from the 2023 Kaiafas Battle in Wester Peloponnese in Greece with two of the highlight skiers – Allie Nicholson and Freddie Winter. Looking to support this 3rd season of the TWBC Podcast? Email Tony at podcast@waterskibroadcasting.com to get more details on how to be a supporting sponsor.