Episode #8

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FeaturingMinna Riihimaki, Eivind Eidslott

Guest

Minna Riihimaki

Skier

Minna Riihimaki is a force of nature who defies easy categorization. Originally from the flatlands of Lappeenranta, Finland, she followed her fascination with high peaks to the French Alps over 25 years ago. Today, she balances a life of extreme mountain sports in Chamonix with a career as a dental surgeon and an MBA holder—a testament to her belief that passion and discipline are the foundations of a balanced life.

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Host

Eivind Eidslott

Journalist, Author, Outdoorsman

Chasing Summits, Capturing Stories.

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Meet Norrøna ambassador and steep skier, Minna Riihimaki. On her days off from working as a dental surgeon, Minna can be found flying down a mountain either on skis or a bike.

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