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Interviews and discussions with Ultimate personalities from around the world.
In this episode I talk to Roy, an Ultimate player who is on active duty in Afghanistan. We talk about his life inside the world of Ultimate, what it’s like to serve in Afghanistan, the strangest thing that has happened to him while serving, and what he’s going to do with 100 discs.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to Adriana Withers of VC Ultimate fame. We talk about her life inside the world of Ultimate, the history of VC, upcoming VC projects, and what’s it’s like going to 400 Ultimate tournaments.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to Leila Tunnell and Sam Kanner, my two picks for the 2010 Callahan award. We talk about how they got started playing Ultimate, what they do when they aren’t on the field, skills they need to improve, and what they are most looking forward to in the coming years. You can download the full mp3 of Leila singing Landslide right …
In this episode I talk to Ultimate photographer Scobel Wiggins. We talk about her life inside and outside the world of Ultimate, her tips on taking photographs, and her thoughts on the sport.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to Pad from Discraft. We talk about the history of Discraft, recycled discs, his favorite tournaments, and his thoughts on the future of Ultimate.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to my pick for the 2009 Men’s Division Callahan award, Will Neff. We talk about how Will got started in the world of Ultimate, his favorite Ultimate moments, and his thoughts on the future of the sport. To read more about Will head on over to his Magnum Ultimate page.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to Matt Tsang, Gwen Ambler, and Alex Snyder, the coach and two captains of Fury. We talk about the history of the team, how they manage to be so successful, and their thoughts on the future.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to Brian Calle, Jumpi, and Mike Adlis, the tournament directors for Lei Out, Paganello, and Wildwood. We talk about what it’s like to run three of the largest beach Ultimate tournaments in the world, who they are, the history of their events, and the future of their tournaments.…
In this episode I talk to Andrew Shen in Beijing, Zahlen Titcomb in Seattle, and Edward Wang in Tian Jin about the Chinese Ultimate community. We talk about the history of the sport in China, why it’s gaining popularity, the Chinese style of play, and their thoughts on the future of the sport. A short note about two upcoming elections: If you’re an…
In this episode I talk to Leila Tunnel, Amber Sinicrope, and Shannon O’Malley. We talk about what it’s like to play on a high level HS Ultimate team, their opinions on what makes a team successful, their favorite Ultimate moments, and tough marks.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to 4 members of the South African Ultimate community. We talk about the status of Ultimate in their country, their work to promote healthy lifestyles, and their vision for the future of the sport on the African continent.By Josh Seamon
In this episode I talk to Michael Baccarini and Tiina Booth about their just published book Essential Ultimate. We talk about how they first met, the genesis of their book, and how Ultimate has changed over the years. If you’d like to pick up your own copy of the book, email either Michael (baccarini dot michael at paideiaschool dot org) or Tiina (…
In this episode I talk to George Stubbs, Casey Ikeda, and Darden Pitts. We talk about topics such as what it’s like to play on high level high school Ultimate teams, their opinions on what makes a team successful, and their most intense games.
In this episode I talk to Joe Bisignano and Jim Pistrang about what it’s like to run large Middle School Ultimate programs. We talk about their history with the sport, what they’ve done to build their programs, and what kinds of obstacles they’ve overcome.
In this episode I talk to the five that make up Five Ultimate. We talk about how they got started, where they’re headed, and what it’s like living life as a Titcomb. Five siblings: we are Zahlen, Xtehn, Vehro, Rohre, and Qxhna. Though originally from Seattle, we’ve recently also been based in Chicago, Beijing, and New England. We’ve played Ultimate…
In this episode I talk to Frank Huguenard and Todd Leber (Ulticritic). We talk about who they are, why they do what they do, and their views on many different topics. Todd Leber: I started playing in 79’ in high school in Fairfax va. Moved to wilm in 81’ as a freshman joined local team, cape fear gale force. After 5 years splintered off with a nc c…
While out in Boulder at my first UPA Board meeting I managed to snag Meredith Tosta and Kyle Weisbrod for a quick interview. Kyle was the UPA’s Director of Youth Development from ’02 to ’06, and Meredith took over his position in 2006. During the interview we cover what’s it’s like to head up US youth Ultimate as well as how they found themselves w…
In this episode I talk with DeAnna Ball and Chase Sparling-Beckley, this year’s UPA Spirit Award winners. We talk about what it’s like for them to have won the award as well as cover their thoughts on tough marks, the best tournaments they have ever been to, and how they got started in the world of Ultimate. DeAnna: I was born in Gary, Indiana and …
Early next week I’m talking to Chase Sparling-Beckley and DeAnna Ball about their recent Spirit Awards. After that I have MikeG, Frank, and Ulticritic scheduled to talk about the future of the game. My question to everyone out there is: What would you like to ask them? You can post your questions in the comments section of this post, email them dir…
In this episode I talk with Tiina Booth and George Cooke about their experiences running NUTC and the UCPC. We also cover some stories about their lives and their vision for the future of Ultimate. Tiina Booth moved to Amherst in 1989 when she was hired as an English teacher at Amherst Regional High School. In 1992 she founded the Amherst Invitatio…
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