Craig opens up about his journey—from competing as a national snowboarder to transitioning into media, and the unexpected challenges along the way. He shares insights on pushing boundaries, the risks that come with extreme sports, and why staying relevant in an evolving industry is harder than people think.
In this episode, we cover:
- The turning point that led Craig from competitive snowboarding to television
- How to build a career in extreme sports beyond just competing
- The mental game behind risk-taking and pushing past fear
- Why fame doesn’t guarantee long-term success—and what actually does
- The biggest lessons learned from being in the spotlight for over a decade
If you've ever wondered what it really takes to turn your passion into a career, this episode is for you. Craig McMorris’ journey is packed with invaluable lessons on perseverance, adaptability, and finding success on your own terms.
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Gent’s Talk, powered by Gent’s Post, is an episodic video podcast featuring leading voices across various industries. Guests have included Justin Baldoni, Russell Peters, James Blunt, Robin Sharma, Director X, JP Saxe, Johnny Orlando, Dom Gabriel, and Nick Bateman. Conversations explore career, mental health, relationships, self-improvement, and personal growth, offering raw, unfiltered insights into success, lessons learned, and challenges faced along the way. Gent’s Talk is the first-ever video podcast available for streaming on all Air Canada domestic and international flights.
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