Life In Motion

In this episode, we chat with Julieana Rusnak, the one behind the ski film "The Gnardashians." Hailing from Golden, Colorado, Julieana shares her journey from childhood adventures in the mountains to her passion for skiing and its culture.Growing up in Colorado, it was easy for Julieana to fall in love with the outdoors at a young age. Not to mention, her family introduced her to the slopes at just three years old. After returning home from the East Coast post-college, she jumped back into the lifestyle of skiing, eventually becoming an instructor.There was something about the pure joy and excitement that skiing brought to people of all ages and skill levels. Inspired by this, Julieana challenged the notion that only elite athletes belong in ski films. The concept for "The Gnardashians" was born—a film celebrating the stoke, courage, and camaraderie found in everyday skiers.Julieana shares the evolution of the film's concept, from its origins as a girls' ski film to its representat