Perk At Pod

Joel Johnson - USA Olympic Women's Hockey Coach

After a whirlwind summer, Joel Johnson left his post as Gopher Women's Associate Head Coach and became the new head coach of the newly aligned Division 1 program at the University of St. Thomas. Weeks later, Johnson was also named the head coach of the USA Olympic Women's hockey team that will compete at the 2022 Beijing Winter Games. The Minnesota native joins Perk via zoom from Calgary where the US team is competing currently.

Carrie Tollefson - Former Olympic Track Star

Carrie Tollefson shares her perspective on competing in the Summer Olympic Games. The former state champ in cross country and track from Dawson, Minnesota is still very active in the running community. She discusses the state of the sport and her joy for being an ambassador for fitness and wellness.

Kyle Soderman - World Chase Tag

Kyle Soderman is an MVP in the emerging sport of World Chase Tag. The Lino Lakes, MN native is now out in California pursuing a career as a stuntman but also putting his extreme sports prowess to the test in World Chase Tag. Yes, like the same kind of tag we played as kids in the backyard.

Catrina Allen - Disc Golf World Champion

She's the best in a sport that was once considered niche, but has grown into a mainstream sport with a tournament circuit, sponsorships and a considerable amount of spectators. Catrina Allen of Pipestone, MN is the current world champion on the Disc Golf Pro Tour.

Ben Hankinson - Da Beauty League

Da Beauty League is a summer showcase of some of the best hockey players in the country. The charity tournament boasts many NHL stars and celebrates the state of hockey even during the offseason. One of the league's founders is Ben Hankinson, the former Golden Gopher and NHL player is this week's guest.