Blister Cinematic is back, and we’re coming in hot — hot as in, Hot Dog…The Movie. Joining Jonathan to talk about this 40-year-old cult favorite is Mountain Gazette owner, Mike Rogge, and they dive in to discuss how well this ski comedy holds up; its impact on ski films; what’s aged the best; what’s aged the worst; and more. (Also definitely worth checking out: Blister member Pete Brantley’s incredible Hot Dog PowerPoint Presentation)

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Hot Dog in 1984 (5:48)

Hot Dog & G.N.A.R. (15:07)

"Glare & Stare” (18:39)

JE's Plot Synopsis (23:17)

Sonny and Harkin (25:25)

Most Rewatchable Scenes (27:18)

Kendo (31:05)

Squirrel (32:30)

Chinese Downhill (35:48)

Best Lines (39:20)

Blister member Pete’s Powerpoint (43:44)

Softcore? (46:19)

Heart-Shaped Water Beds (49:31)

Who Needed BLISTER+ the Most? (54:22)

What's Aged the Best & Worst (56:04)

Gimme More Award (57:41)

Trying Too Hard Award (1:02:28)

Hottest Take Award (1:06:41)

How Well Does it Hold Up? (1:13:04)

Should this Film Get Remade Today? (1:16:55)

Who Won the Movie? (1:23:18)

Our Final Grades (1:24:45)

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Today we’re talking with one of our favorite skiers, Marcus Caston, and one of our favorite photographers and creatives, Cam McLeod, about their beautiful short film, Apollo. This is a film to savor, to share with your friends, and to revisit for years to come.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

The Idea (3:04)

Lighting & Logistics (9:28)

The Tone (11:53)

The Music: The Proper Way (16:20)

Small Ski Areas (21:42)

Night Skiing (26:00)

The Length of the Film (31:03)

The Team (43:54)

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What is radical? In our action sports world, seeing mind-blowing feats has almost become commonplace, given how much athletic talent is out there. So what is truly radical? Jonathan talks with Connor Ryan about his new video series, “The New Radical,” which dives deep into this question.

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TOPICS & TIMES:

Introducing ‘The New Radical’ (4:06)

Movement & Recalibration (11:30)

Episode #1: What is Radical? (25:50)

The Series Overall (37:05)

How to Contribute (42:46)

Where to Watch (50:12)

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