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Paddling The Blue Podcast

John Chase interviews inspiring paddlers from the US and across the globe doing great things from the seat of a kayak. If you want to learn about sea kayaking destinations, trips, and personalities from the world of paddle sports, we have you covered!

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#55 - Graham Mackereth - A Lifetime of Firsts with...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/02/28

Graham Mackareth is the founder of Pyranha Kayaks and the Managing Director of Pyranha Kayaks and P&H Sea Kayaks, an inductee into the International Whitewater Hall of Fame and a true pioneer of the sport. In this episode, Graham gives us an insider's view of the history of Pyranha and P&H, their early designs and unique safety features, and how they stay true to their mission. A thank you goes out to Christopher Lockyer who referred Graham way back in the early days of Paddling the Blue,

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45:08

#54 - Brian Henry -Creating a kayak legacy with the...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/02/14

Thank you for joining me for today’s episode of Paddling the Blue. Today’s chat features a pioneer of the sport, Brian Henry. Brian is the founder of Current Designs and he will share stories of the early days of boat building alongside some of the personalities that make our sport what it is today. We are coming up on the two year anniversary of Paddling the Blue. To celebrate, we’ve got three $50 gift cards from our good friends at Level Six. Here’s how you can win. Somewhere in this episode

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01:09:43

#53 - Stuart Trueman - All The Way Around Australia

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/01/31

Today’s episode will take us to Australia to talk with Stuart Trueman. Stuart’s a man of the world having visited more than 40 countries and paddled in both the Arctic and Antarctic. In this episode, he shares his tale of paddling 17,000 kilometers solo and unsupported all the way around Australia! A big thank you to Shaan Gresser. Shaan joined the show on episode #44 and she connected me with Stuart. Enjoy today’s episode with Stuart Trueman! Stuart Trueman (Facebook) New South Wales Sea Kayak

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01:03:44

#52 - Joachim Larssen - Shibby Traveler does Norway...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/01/17

Joachim Larssen, also known as the Shibby Traveler, joins me today to share his story of his 233 day solo of the entire coast of Norway, both ways. He’s got a great story of living in the moment, and a whale encounter you won't believe! Enjoy today’s episode with Joachim Larssen! Connect: The Shibby Traveler (website) The Shibby Traveler (Facebook) Joachim Larssen (Facebook) Joachim Larssen (Instagram) Joachim Larssen (YouTube) Learn: Hurtigruten-the Norwegian Coastal Express Norse kayaks Level

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56:10

#51-Kyleen Austin-Finding yourself in Alaska

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/01/03

In today’s episode, we’re going to talk with Kyleen Austin about the restorative power of paddling that she experienced through a trip along the Inside Passage. We’ve talked about the Inside Passage previously, but I think you’ll find this one different and you’ll take away a different perspective. Enjoy today’s episode with Kyleen Austin! Connect: Kyleen Austin Skamokawa Swamp Opera (Facebook) Learn: Inside Passage Facebook group Dennis Dwyer Sea Breeze Books and Charts Sea Kayak Baja Inside

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01:16:03

#50 - John Chase and Randy Bauer - Alaska‘s Prince...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/12/20

I've been asked to create an episode featuring "regular people". So, I figured why not, and who's more regular than...well, me? This one will feature me and my friend Randy Bauer as we share the story of our 10-day trip to Alaska's Prince William Sound. Enjoy the episode! Learn: NOAA Chart 16705-Western Prince William Sound NOAA Chart 16711-Harriman Fjord Paddlers Realm Arctic ERMA ShoreZone imagery shoreline survey Alaska Marine Ferry schedule Surprise Cove State Marine Park Prince William Sound

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50:28

#49 - Erik Jorgensen - Father and Daughter in the...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/12/06

Erik Jorgensen is an adventurer, author, expedition leader, and most importantly, a father. He's joining us from his home in Denmark. Erik has many amazing trips under his belt, and we’re going to talk about a few with his daughter that have really captivated my attention. Thank you to listener Henning de Haas for referring Erik. If you have an idea for a future guest, please reach out to me at john@paddlingtheblue.com. Enjoy today’s episode with Erik! Connect: Erik

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55:29

#48 - Moulton Avery - Cold Water Safety

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/11/22

Today’s episode features one of the world’s most recognized advocates for cold water safety, Moulton Avery. Moulton will share how he got his start in the world of water safety, how we can keep ourselves safe, busts a few myths about cold water, and gives his best advice on how we can represent safe paddling to the paddling community. Enjoy today’s episode with Moulton! Learn: National Center for Cold Water Safety NCCWS Facebook page Video: Cold Shock, Swimming Failure, and Incapacitation Air and

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41:05

#47 - Mike Stout - Five Times Across Lake Michigan Solo

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/11/08

Today’s episode takes us to my home waters of the Great Lakes. We will be talking with Mike Stout about his journey as a paddler leading to his unprecedented five crossings of Lake Michigan. You'll find links below to Mike's trip write-ups for the Lake Michigan and Lake Superior crossings. Learn: The Northland Adventurer Lake Michigan 2016 Lake Michigan 2020 Lake Michigan June 10, 2021 Lake Michigan June 27, 2021 Lake Michigan July 13, 2021 Lake Superior Connect: Contact Mike

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44:41

#46 - Scott Baxter and Matt Kahabka - Citizen Science...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/10/25

Today’s episode will take a different approach, leaning toward how individuals can get involved with their paddling environments through Citizen Science. Today I’m talking with Scott Baxter and Matt Kahabka about their circumnavigation of Utah’s Great Salt Lake and why this trip was important. While you or I may not live near the Great Salt Lake, the opportunity we can all take away from this episode is that we can each make a difference in our home waters. If you’ve never heard of the term Citizen

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48:27

#45 - Susan Conrad - Kayaking the Sea of Dreams on...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/10/11

For today’s episode, I am joined by Susan Conrad and we’ll be talking about her love for the Inside Passage. Susan shares her story of her 2010 through-paddle, her preparation for the trip, and how paddling the Inside Passage became a truly life changing experience for her. Enjoy today’s episode with Susan Conrad! Connect: susanmarieconrad.com Check out Susan's books: Inside: One Woman's Journey through the Inside Passage Wildly Inside: A Visual Journey Through the Inside Passage Inside my Sea of

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01:02:57

#44-Shaan Gresser-32 hours solo across the Bass Strait

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/09/27

For today’s episode, I had the pleasure to sit down with Shaan Gresser. Shaan shares her story of her quest to become the first woman to complete a non-stop solo of the Bass Strait and the amazing way she prepared for the 32-hour journey. Shaan delivers some great, practical advice for anyone planning a trip of any size. Enjoy today’s episode with Shaan Gresser! Learn: About the Bass Strait About the Audax Azure Connect: Email Shaan

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41:29

#43-Dale WIlliams-Tackling big tides in Alaska’s...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/09/13

In this episode, I am joined today by Dale Williams where we’ll talk about tackling the Unalga tide race, one of the fiercest tide races in Alaska’s Aleutian Island chain. Learn: Akutan Island Fox Island Passes (including Unalga Pass) Connect: Sea Kayak USA

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55:28

#42 - Jon Turk - Exploring with the Shaman, Hunter,...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/08/30

Today I am joined today by Jon Turk. Jon is one of the world’s greatest living adventurers with an incredible resume of some of the most hardcore expeditions through the Arctic and beyond. Jon shares some stories from a few of his experiences and the path he took many years ago to find his personal power to fuel his adventures. Enjoy today’s episode with Jon Turk! Connect: Jonturk.net Books: Crocodiles and Ice: A Journey into the Deep Wild Cold Oceans: Adventures in Kayak, Rowboat, and Dogsled The

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#41 - Simon Osborne - Meeting the Paddling Monk in...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/08/16

This episode features Simon Osborne. In this interview, we will talk about Simon’s experience, along with Marin Medak, paddling in South Korea, and all the uniqueness that comes with paddling in that part of the world. We’ll also touch on his expedition to Madagascar and his latest project, Online Sea Kayaking. Learn more: Online Sea Kayaking Connect: info@onlineseakayaking.com Online Sea Kayaking (Facebook) I've had several questions about the pan Simon mentioned in his interview. Here it

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41:17

#40 - Bonnie Perry - Passion beyond the paddle

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/08/02

Today we hear from Bonnie Perry. Bonnie is a special person to me as she was one of the first people who really welcomed me into the paddling community. Bonnie always brings the fun and an infectious laugh to any paddling environment. She is a very insightful coach, shaped in part by her unique day job as the Episcopal Bishop of Michigan, which comes in handy as she experienced on more than one paddle, one of which she describes in today’s talk. In this episode, she shares how paddling inspires

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01:32:47

#39 - Jaime Sharp-Ice, Bears, and Beauty in Svalbard

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/07/19

In this episode, Jaime Sharp shares the amazing story of his team’s circumnavigation of the Svalbard archipelago. The team included himself, Tara Mulvany, and PG Porsanger. This is a proper adventure full of incredible beauty, despite the environment and animals doing their best to try to kill you. Today’s episode is longer than most, but it’s a truly engaging story and well worth the time. Jaime is a referral from another guest, James Manke. We heard James’s story about paddling the Grand Canyon,

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#38 - Veiga Gretarsdottir - Against the Current...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/07/05

Today we talk with Veiga Gretarsdottir. We will hear about her story circumnavigating Iceland, aptly named Against the Current, as that has been the story of her life. She’s a passionate paddler, like every one of us and I am certain that you’ll enjoy her story of perseverance and on living your life on your own terms. Enjoy today’s episode with Veiga! Connect: Veiga.is Facebook Learn more: Against the Current documentary trailer (US version) Film release information (Zeitgeist Films page) PIETA

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44:52

#37 - Mark Sundin - Paddling Sydney and the remote...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/06/21

Australian Mark Sundin joins me for today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue. Mark is one of the founders of Expedition Kayaks, along with Rob Mercer. Mark and Rob have been responsible for bringing great kit to Australia for several years, along with designing their own line of boats. Mark shares why Sydney is such an incredible place to paddle, recounts the story of an adventure to the remote North Reef Light, with just a few short 70k+ crossings, and gives us his best advice for improving as a

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47:52

#36 - James Manke - Grand Canyon in a Sea Kayak with...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2021/06/07

In today’s episode, James Manke will take us on an exciting journey down the Grand Canyon, in a sea kayak, with a Greenland paddle. You’ll learn about James first time on a river, how he used paddling to get past his fears, why he loves Greenland paddling. Enjoy today’s episode with James Manke! Learn more: Roll Across Canada Tour Greenland Bound-A Paddler's Pilgramage All Thing Qajaq Connect: Facebook

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