E14: Shifty Visas & Season Shenanigans with Irish Speed Skier, Karl O’Dwyer
On this week’s episode Gina catches up with former Seasonaire turned competitive Speed Skier, Karl O’Dwyer
Karl came in to talk us through his journey from his first season working as a holiday rep in La Plagne, France, to becoming the first Irish person to enter the Speed Skiing World Championship
Tune in to hear Karl’s experiences across France, Australia and Canada. Listen right to the end of the show as Karl shares his tips advice and travel hacks, and shares the story of some shifty visa Shenanigans
Sadly crashing out at over 100mph (video above) during his final race, see below what Karl had to say about his last experience in competitive Speed Skiing
Reposted from @karlski_odwyer: It wasn’t the way I wanted the world championships to go but I’m happy to only have a sprained thumb and brusing from a crash over 100mph. Lack of skiing and windy conditions didn’t do me any favours.
Thanks @vars_fob medics for all the help
Head to the podcast player below to hear Karl’s journey from Seasonaire to Ski Racer, and tune in as we get Karls advice, season stories and insights into his time living and working across France, Australia, and Canada
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