Ski jumping originated in Norway, but its American story begins in Minnesota in the late 1800s. It has since become an enduring part of the winter Olympics. Erica Pearson joins host Eric Roper to discuss the long history of ski jumping in Minnesota.LINKS:<a href="https://www.startribune.com/ski-jumping-history-minnesota-red-wing-st-paul/601201555">How did Minnesota become the birthplace of ski jumping in America?</a>

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