The Flakes Podcast

The Flakes is where skiers, snowboarders, and unapologetic winter addicts get their weekly dose of storm stoke, forecast therapy, and actual useful intel about where to chase snow.

Hosted by three OpenSnow meteorologists who wake up at ridiculous hours to watch weather models wobble, we break down what’s coming, what fizzled, and which mountains are about to make your season. Expect honest insights, a little forecasting chaos, and plenty of laughter about the emotional roller coaster that is winter.

From powder days to “white ribbons of death,” from La Niña surprises to fantasy-range heartbreak, we’re here every Wednesday to guide you through the storms—planned, missed, or completely made up by the long-range models.

If you ride lifts, tour the backcountry, obsess over gear, or simply love brands that keep you warm, dry, and less smelly on chairlifts… welcome to The Flakes. This is your winter tribe.

Perfect for listeners and sponsors who live the mountain lifestyle.

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Episode 32: Western Winds of Change - 1/17/2022
3:00 – Volcanos & weather, 6:00 – The Nor’Easters, 11:00 – 5-Day Pow Finder report, 28:00 – 5...
44 min
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Episode 31: Skiing The Nobs & Porkies - 1/11/2022
2:30 – Powder Chaser Steve Updates Us On His Adventures, 14:40 – Skiing The Nobs & Porkies, 2...
46 min
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Episode 30: A Trip To Wyoming & The Rockies - 1...
1:50 - 5-Day Pow Finder Report, 4:30 – A Trip to Wyoming with Alan Smith, 19:00 – Utah Powder Rep...
53 min
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Episode 29: Chasing Record Sierra Pow - 12/28/2021
1:30 – Chasing Record Sierra Pow w/ Powderchaser Steve, 22:30 – Impressive CA Snowfall Totals, 45...
62 min
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Episode 28: Holiday Snow Party! - 12/21/2021
0:30 - Snow Party!, 2:45 - 5 Day Powfinder Report, 15:00 - Tahoe Got Buried, 18:00 - 5 Day Powder...
43 min
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Episode 27: Big Snows, Atmospheric Rivers, & Sn...
0:30 - Discussion on Snow Level Forecasting, 8:00 - Discussion on Atmospheric River Events, 19:00...
56 min
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Episode 26: Western Flip to Winter - 12/7/2021
4:50 - 5 Day Snowfall Reports for each ski region, 9:30 - 5 Day Snowfall Forecast for each ski re...
40 min
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Episode 25: OpenSnow Special - Talking Snow w/ ...
OpenSnow Meteorologist Sam Collentine is joined by Pro Skier & OpenSnow Athlete Chris Davenpo...
38 min
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Episode 24: When Will Winter Start in the West?...
3:30 - Our backgrounds, 8:30 - 5-day snowfall reports by state, 15:30 - 5-day snowfall forecast f...
32 min
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Episode 23: Chasing Snow in The Northeast - 11/...
1:00 - Discussion of the conditions in CA & UT. 5:30 - Rundown of Open Ski Resorts around the...
39 min
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Episode 22: Big October Storm & Winter Preview ...
Welcome back! A look at the big October storm headed for the West Coast and a preview of what the...
49 min
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Episode 21: The Sun Sets On The Season - 4/6/2021
3:30 – April 1st Snowpack Numbers Around the West, 18:30 – Snowfall vs Snowpack in the Sierra, 25...
45 min
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Episode 20: Winding Down Winter - 3/30/2021
2:00 – Interview with Lisa Nigon from Homewood Ski Resort & Marina, 35:45 – 5 Day Snowfall Re...
63 min
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Episode 19: Skiing Half Dome! - 3/23/2021
3:00 – Skiing Half Dome, 14:00 – Survey Results, 27:25 – 5 Day Snowfall Report for Each Ski Regio...
67 min
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Episode 18: The Week of The Giants - 3/16/2021
7:30 – Snowfall Reports for Each Ski Region, 20:00 – Top 10 List for Season to Date Snowfall, 30:...
56 min
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Episode 17: What In The Denver? - 3/8/2021
2:00 – 5 Day Snowfall Reports for Each Ski Region, 7:30 – 5 Day Snowfall Forecast for Each Ski Re...
33 min
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Episode 16: The Land of Enchantment - 3/2/2021
6:50 – 5-Day Snowfall Reports for each Ski Region, 21:00 – Interview with Julien Ross, New Mexico...
58 min
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Episode 15: Bowling Season - 2/23/2021
1:00 - Interview with Evan Thayer about deep snow in Utah & having respect for ski patrol, 34...
62 min
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Episode 14: Stuck In Interlodge - 2/16/2021
6:30 – Snowfall Reports by Ski Region, 13:30 – Interview with Powder Chaser Steve, 29:00 – Top 10...
61 min
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Episode 13: Polar Vortex, Snow, & Avalanches - ...
2:00 – February Snowfall Bet, 4:20 – 5-Day Snowfall Reports for Each Ski State, 10:30 – Interview...
42 min
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Episode 12: A Snowy U.S. - 2/2/2021
4:00 – Snowfall Report for Each Ski Region, 25:30 – The 1-Week Day Snowfall Forecast for Each Ski...
59 min
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Episode 11: Atmospheric Rivers - 1/24/2021
5:00 – Snowfall Reports for Each Ski Region, 10:00 – Snowfall Forecast for Each Ski Region, 22:00...
67 min
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Episode 10: Is Winter Finally Arriving? - 1/17/21
2:45 – Listener Letter, 5:30 – Snowfall Reports for Each Ski Region, 9:30 – 5-Day Snowfall Foreca...
49 min
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Episode 9: The Polar Vortex - 1/11/2021
3:30 – Snowfall Reports by Ski Region, 10:00 – Where Do We Stand with Snowfall & What’s Happe...
42 min
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Episode 8: Forecast Models Tease - 1/4/2021
1:30 – Snowfall Report for Each Ski Region, 6:00 – Discussion of Snowfall Reporting by Ski Resort...
54 min