Jackie Paaso

Jackie Paaso is the guest on this episode of the No Fall Zone podcast. Jackie, a FWT rider with 11 years of experience on Tour recently caught the attention of the skiing community with her film "Here, Hold My Kid" In this episode, Jackie talks about her amazing ski career, starting from her early days in mogul skiing to becoming a Freeride legend by accident. She also shares her experiences during tough times, including two instances when things got really hard, and highlights the effort she put into her recovery and comeback. Plus, she emphasizes the important role that freeride competitions played in this whole process. Now living in Åre, Sweden, with her son and husband, former FWT champion Reine Barkered, Jackie talks about the behind-the-scenes of her latest movie "Here, Hold My Kid," which caused quite a sensation last fall at the time of release. Follow Jackie and learn more about her story. Don’t miss an episode by following the FWT YouTube channel, and subscribe to the FWT newsletter to keep pace with the latest news as it drops. This podcast is made possible by Peak Performance, thank you guys!

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The FIS Freeride World Tour is the premier global circuit for freeride snowboarding and skiing, where the world’s best athletes compete on legendary, challenging alpine faces at renowned ski resorts worldwide. Welcome to No Fall Zone, the podcast that takes you inside the minds of Freeride World Tour athletes, past and present, who have shaped the sport and left an enduring mark. Hosted by Dave Mailman, the voice of the FWT from the very start, we lift the curtain and give you a true glimpse into the lives of these extraordinary athletes. Tune in to discover the stories, challenges, and passions that define freeriding’s top riders and learn how they continuously push the boundaries of the sport. #HomeofFreeride #FWT #NoFallZone