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Nmrl_MTBer interview w/ Fezzari to Ari and more – EP5
In this episode, the hosts and guest talk about their experiences at the Sedona MTB Fest and discuss the changing landscape of the bike industry. They also share their thoughts on Fizzari changing its name to Ari. The guest, Sebastian (Normal Mountain Biker), introduces himself and talks about his background in California, childhood adventures, bike origins, discovering mountain biking at Whistler, starting Normal MTBer, transitioning to social media during COVID lockdowns, finding comedy in content creation, getting sponsored by Specialized, meeting his mountain biking heroes, and dealing with negative comments on social media. The hosts and guest also discuss the challenges of producing engaging content, making mountain biking more accessible, the importance of trust in business partnerships, and the role of influencers in education and engagement. They address the conflicts between different user groups, the importance of welcoming newcomers to the sport, and the need for inclusivity. The conversation concludes with discussions on personal branding, fan interactions, the value of changing lives, future events and races, and plans for the podcast. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of being raw and authentic, including diverse perspectives, and creating relatable content for a wider audience.
