What's the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin

Olympic Champion and three-time World Champion Ilia Malinin, the figure skater known globally as "Quad God," joins Mikaela to talk about what happens when extraordinary becomes expected.

Born to elite skating parents who tried to steer him away from the sport, Malinin found his own path to the ice—and rapidly redefined its limits, becoming the first to land a quad axel in competition and completing a program with seven quads.

But beneath the technical brilliance lies a story of intense pressure, Olympic disappointment, and deliberate reinvention. Malinin opens up about the 2026 Milano Cortina Games: the media demands that treat skaters as "puppets," the ice conditions that changed daily, and the emotional aftermath of competing under crushing external expectations.

His response? A complete mindset shift post-Olympics, including a new self-christened identity as "Chaos God" and a life framework called "Vision 2030."

Through it all, Malinin discusses finding freedom in creativity, the difference between mental and physical strength in skating, and why his cats might understand him better than the sports media. The conversation spans manifestation, perfectionism, and the radical act of remembering who you are when the world only sees what you can do.

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Olympic Champion Mikaela Shiffrin kicks off Season 2 with Webby Award-winning host Kylie Kelce ("Not Going to Lie")! Kylie gets unfiltered about navigating life in the public eye, why she'd rather you not know her name, the beginning of her romance with retired NFL star Jason Kelce, coaching field hockey, and why "embracing the suck" is her ultimate life motto.She opens up about her heart-wrenching 2018 miscarriage, how grief impacted her future pregnancies, her advocacy work with the Eagles Autism Foundation, and the story behind her iconic five-word Webby speech: "Women supporting women, go birds."Plus: German Shepherd puppy chaos, disastrous first-time skiing stories, and Kylie's ultimate comfortable underwear recommendations! This is an episode you won't want to miss!Follow What's the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin on social media for all the best moments from the show: https://www.instagram.com/wtpwithmikaela

00:00 - Intro & Cold Open00:38 - Season 2 Kickoff & Stifel Partnership01:57 - Welcoming Kylie Kelce02:58 - Dog Chaos: Freddy’s Puppy Naming Journey05:14 - Kylie's viral response to the "WAG" (Wives and Girlfriends) label09:03 - Kylie’s First Skiing Experience in Aspen13:37 - Why Tho? VPL & Underwear Talk16:54 - Being a Jeopardy Question & Controlling the Narrative22:19 - Embracing the Suck & Trying New Things24:36 - Field Hockey, Coaching & Life Lessons32:04 - Meeting Jason Kelce: The Famous Tinder First Date35:59 - Rule Followers vs. Rule Breakers37:46 - Podcasting: New Heights & Queen Emma41:42 - Webby Award & The "SMA" Brand List49:15 - Share Winter Foundation51:32 - Motherhood, Chaos & 38 Weeks Pregnant at the Super Bowl58:24 - Unexpected Lessons of Parenting & Being "Touched Out"1:07:58 - Navigating Pregnancy Loss & Grief1:16:24 - Advocacy & Eagles Autism Foundation1:20:35 - Freddy Joins & Outro

The joy has always been in getting better. This season, I'm chasing it for me...

Hi Everyone!

Back with another solo podcast. Before the season gets hectic, I wanted to talk about my racing plan in my own space and my own words: this year is an exploration.

After 16 years on the World Cup, I'm giving myself the freedom to follow where my curiosity is pulling me right now, which means more focus on GS and super-G and a lighter slalom schedule, starting with Killington. Less slalom, not no slalom!

In this episode, I talk about why this has nothing to do with slalom being "easy," what I get back in recovery and training time, what it means to ski for myself, and why I'm leaving a little room for discovery this season. I don't know exactly where it leads, and that's kind of the point.

Thank you for giving me the space to give it a go.

❤️ Love, Miki

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Welcome to a slightly different episode, vlog-style!

Today it’s just me, pulling back the curtain on what’s actually going on in my head during the "offseason." From addressing the constant questions about retirement and motivation to the reality of only seeing my fiancé 5 weeks a year, I’m sharing the unfiltered side of life on and off the snow. This is just an honest look at some of my curiosities, stepping out of my comfort zone, and what’s next.

Drop a comment and let me know if you’d like a breakdown episode on ski racing disciplines and lingo for my next solo episode!

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Join Mikaela and Ron Kruszewski, Chairman and CEO of Stifel Financial, for a wide-ranging conversation about skiing, business, and the pursuit of balance in the Season 1 finale of “What’s the Point.”In this episode, Ron shares stories of humble beginnings on the mighty hills of Michigan, his passion for supporting athletes, and the philosophy behind Stifel’s “Where Success Meets Success” tagline. They also touch on Ron’s approach to investing, reflections on legacy and regret, and advice for young listeners on financial independence. Plus, hear stories from World Cup races, the impact of Stifel’s sponsorship on the Stifel U.S. Ski Team and Mikaela personally, and what motivates both Mikaela and Ron to achieve greatness both personally and professionally.

Presented by STIFEL

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What does it take to become the most decorated U.S. Cross-Country ski racer of all time? For four-time Olympic medalist, 33-time World Cup winner, four-time Overall World Cup Champion, and seven-time World Championship medalist Jessie Diggins, it’s about more than medals—it’s about resilience, vulnerability, and the unbreakable bonds of team. Fresh off her retirement, four-time Olympic medalist Jessie sits down with Mikaela to share the real stories behind the sparkle, the pain cave, and what's next.

Jessie and Mikaela dive into Jessie’s Minnesota roots, the team-first culture that shaped her, and the mental strategies she’s developed to thrive in the infamous dance with the “pain cave” (as Jessie says, a "pain cave waltz"). Jessie shares candid stories about setbacks, resilience, and the importance of defining success by your own values—not just results. The conversation also explores Jessie’s advocacy for mental health, climate action, and youth access to snow sports, including her work with Share Winter Foundation, Protect Our Winters, and the Emily Program. Jessie opens up about her documentary “Threshold"—Executive produced by Patrick Dempsey—why vulnerability matters, and how she found peace in retirement by focusing on purpose beyond medals.

Whether you’re an athlete or just looking for inspiration, this episode is packed with wisdom, honesty, and a whole lot of sparkle.

Presented by STIFEL...

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Behind every great athlete is a village of talented people who make it all happen. But Mikaela has something most don't: Eileen.

In Episode 10 of What's the Point, Mikaela sits down with the person who has been there for every single moment of her career—and her life. Her mom. Her coach. Her mentor. Her best friend. Eileen Shiffrin. It's easy to look at Mikaela's résumé and see the medals, the records, the Crystal Globes. What you don't see is the woman behind the scenes who gave up her career as a nurse to be on the road six months a year, who homeschooled Mikaela through the early Burke Mountain years, who was there for Mikaela's first World Cup, and every heartbreak since.

In this episode, they get into all of it. The sacrifices and misunderstandings, including what it actually means to be on the road as a mother-daughter, coach-athlete duo (hint: it's not a European après-ski vacation). The grief of losing a father and a husband, Jeff, and how they've carried that together. The complicated line between pushing your kid and protecting them. And Eileen's own cancer diagnosis this past fall—a moment that, for the first time in this whole journey, asked her to put herself first. You know Mikaela. Now meet the woman who raised her to chase the impossible.

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With the Olympics on the horizon, two-time Olympic Champion and three-time Olympic medalist Mikaela Shiffrin reflects on the journey that brought her to this moment in a special solo episode of “What’s the Point”.

From Sochi to PyeongChang and the life-changing lessons of Beijing, she shares how grief, growth, and gratitude have reshaped her perspective as she heads into Cortina. She talks about Olympic expectations vs. reality, learning to let go of perfection, navigating grief, trusting her team, what she fears, and what excites her, all about this next chapter.

The episode wraps with a moment for the fans, where Mikaela dives into questions from listeners and breaks down her winning run at Špindlerův Mlýn, where she won her 71st World Cup slalom race and 108th World Cup victory.

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Why do we ski?

In this episode of What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin, presented by STIFEL, Mikaela sits down with Olympic champion (and her childhood idol), Bode Miller, for a conversation that goes beyond results and gets to the core of the legendary American’s motivation, his “why”, past and present.

For Bode, skiing was never just about winning. It was his purest form of self-expression. As his career evolved, success became less about results and more about authentically representing himself on the world stage, using his platform to make a meaningful impact and connect with other people.

Together, Mikaela and Bode unpack their definitions of fear, legacy, and what it truly means to be “the greatest of all time.” They reflect on how loss and grief, the deaths of Mikaela’s father and Bode’s daughter, reshaped their perspectives, strengthened their purpose, and changed the way they move through the world.

This one is about more than sport. It’s about self-expression, the human experience, and deciding what you want to leave behind.

Presented by STIFEL

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In episode 7 of What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin, presented by STIFEL, Mikaela and Simone sit down to discuss Summer vs. Winter Olympics and compare their experiences in their respective sports. The two discuss the demands of peak performance, the pressure that comes with excellence, resilience in the face of fear, and, most importantly, the human experience behind achieving greatness.

As Mikaela prepares for the Winter Olympics in Milan/Cortina 2026 and reflects on her experiences in Beijing back in 2022, Simone shares insight into their shared experience of “failing” on the world stage and offers advice for how to block out the noise and persevere in the upcoming Games.

Each may be the respective GOAT in their craft, but at the end of the day, the pursuit of greatness comes down to honoring the little girl who fell in love with sport, knowing the best is yet to come.

Presented by STIFEL...

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In episode 6 of What's the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin, Presented by STIFEL, Paula and Mikaela delve into both ski racing, exploring Paula's unique journey from a slalom specialist to a consistent podium threat in both giant slalom and slalom on the World Cup circuit with an NCAA stop along the way. Discover how Paula's unconventional path, marked by grit and resilience, has paved the way for others in the sport. From her partnership with Northeast Reproductive Medicine Vermont to her advocacy for women's rights in Olympic sports, Paula shares her passion for empowering women and her commitment to making a lasting impact beyond the mountain. Listen in as they discuss the challenges and triumphs of balancing career and family planning, the importance of genuine support among competitors, and the pursuit of excellence in ski racing. Whether you're a ski enthusiast or simply looking for motivation, this episode offers a compelling glimpse into the life of a remarkable athlete, the support system that enables her to do what she does best, and the friendly rivalry between two top-level athletes.

Presented by STIFEL...

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Join us for an inspiring conversation with New Zealand's Alice Robinson, one of the most dynamic giant slalom skiers on the World Cup circuit. From her childhood days in "Skiwiland" (New Zealand's totally adorable name for ski daycare) to becoming a seven-time World Cup winner (as of 24. Dec. 2025) and world championship silver medalist, Alice shares her remarkable journey through the highs and lows of professional ski racing. We dive deep into her breakthrough seasons, the challenges of competing during COVID, building her own coaching team, and her unique perspective on fear, competition, and what it means to leave a legacy in sport.

Presented by STIFEL

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In Episode 4 of What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin presented by Stifel, Mikaela dives into the world of competitive skiing with one of the sport's most electrifying young talents, Zrinka Ljutić. At just 21, Zrinka has already made her mark as a multiple World Cup winner and a consistent podium threat on the FIS Alpine World Cup circuit. Discover her journey from her early days skiing in a small Austrian resort to her rise as the 2025 World Cup Slalom Globe winner. Zrinka shares her experiences, from the challenges of switching ski companies to the dreams that drive her success. With insights into her training, family support, and the unique pressures of being compared to legends, this episode offers a compelling look at the life of a rising star in the skiing world. Whether you're a skiing enthusiast or simply love a good story of determination and triumph, this episode is sure to inspire.

Presented by STIFEL.

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Mikaela welcomes her long time physical therapist and close friend Regan Dewhirst for a deep and honest conversation about injury, trust, recovery, communication, and what really happens behind the scenes of elite ski racing. Regan shares how her philosophy has evolved from reactive treatment to a proactive, collaborative performance model built around load management, tissue adaptation, breath work, and the daily details that keep Mikaela healthy. The two talk candidly about injury uncertainty, skiing through fear, rebuilding trust in the body, and navigating some of the most challenging chapters of Mikaela’s career. They also laugh through childhood memories, race day rituals, and the small habits that make big differences. It is a grounded, insightful, and often emotional look at the partnership that supports Mikaela’s performance on the mountain.

Presented by STIFEL.

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In Episode 2 of What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin presented by Stifel, Mikaela catches up with teammate and friend Breezy Johnson, one of the fastest downhill skiers in the world and last year's World Champion downhiller.

The two start light with a “Faster.Always” rapid-fire segment sponsored by Atomic, trading stories about favorite race tracks, race-day superstitions, and Breezy’s tradition of knitting a new headband before every competition. The laughter turns reflective as they revisit their first meeting as 12-year-olds at Whistler Cup and how their shared intensity helped validate each other’s passion for the sport.

Breezy opens up about the challenges of her career, from injuries that kept her out of the 2022 Olympics to her 14-month suspension over whereabouts filing errors. She explains how she worked with USADA to improve athlete systems and how isolation became a lesson in self-advocacy and mental health.

The conversation deepens as they talk about fear, the emotional cost of crashing, and the balance between loving skiing and accepting that the sport can’t always love you back. Breezy describes what it means to race in Cortina again as a World Champion and how she continues to find joy and purpose through community, mentorship, and perseverance.

It’s a conversation about grit, growth, and the beauty of skiing fast — and a reminder that the most meaningful wins aren’t always measured in medals.

Presented by STIFEL

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The first episode of What’s the Point with Mikaela Shiffrin presented by Stifel is officially here, and Mikaela starts things off with her fiancé and fellow ski champion Aleksander Aamodt Kilde. Mikaela introduces the show’s focus on uncovering the “why” behind world-class performance.

Aleksander joins from rehab after a life-threatening crash in the Lauberhorn downhill in Wengen, Switzerland in January 2024. Together, they open up about his comeback journey, the mental side of injury recovery, and finding purpose when results no longer define success.

From honest conversations about fear and resilience to lighthearted moments about brown cheese, Oakley parties, Atomic media days, and their long-distance relationship, this episode is heartfelt, funny, and full of perspective. It offers a glimpse behind the medals into what truly keeps two of the world’s best skiers going.

Presented by STIFEL.

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Mikaela Shiffrin introduces her new bi-weekly show "What's the Point".