x

75% of people globally want unbiased news (Pew Research) but are concerned they're not getting that.

Get balanced coverage with Symby. See how stories are covered across diverse outlets and spot when one side covers a story the other skips.

PODCAST

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!

sports wilderness

All Episodes

55:37

#93 - Brian Wilson - Blazing Paddles and Dances with...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/08/14

Brian Wilson is the author of Blazing Paddles, a Scottish Coastal Odyssey where he shares his trip around the country, and Dances with Waves, about his journey around Ireland. Brian shares some of the fun folklore, stories of the people he met along the way, and a really creepy situation he found himself in. Connect: Birlinn Books Email Books: Blazing paddles Dances with Waves

en

48:53

#92 - Denis Dwyer - Louisiana to Alaska’s Prince...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/07/31

Today’s guest is Dennis Dwyer. Dennis has made several trips to Alaska, having driven from Louisiana to Alaska first in 1987. Dennis has written books on paddling Prince William Sound and the Inside Passage as well as running a popular online group dedicated to Inside Passage paddlers. Connect: Inside Passage Sea Kayakers Facebook Learn: Alone in the Passage: An Explorer's Guide to Sea Kayaking on the Inside Passage Alone in the Sound: An Explorer's Guide to the Sea Kayaking Alaska's Prince

en

58:01

#91 - Renata Chlumska-Circumnavigating the USA by...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/07/17

Today’s guest is Renata Chlumska. She is a legendary professional adventurer who brings an incredible history, having reached the Seven Summits, the highest points on each continent. Today she joins us to talk about another expedition that doesn’t involve high peaks, but one with great personal meaning to her. Join us as Renata describes paddling and biking 11,300 miles over 439 days covering 32 states to circumnavigate the continental US by kayak and bicycle.

en

40:41

#90 -John Huth - The Lost Art of Finding Our Way

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/07/03

John Huth is a Harvard physics professor, a paddler, and author of the book “The Lost Art of Finding our Way”. We had a fascinating conversation about his different view of navigation using the world around us, what inspired him to write the book and how it can benefit you. Learn: The Lost Art of Finding Our Way (Amazon) Harvard Physics Faculty Website Personal Website Connect: Email

en

59:29

#89 - Catriona Woods - Learning and Growing Through...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/06/19

Today’s guest is an inspiration to many. I found Catriona Woods through Facebook and followed her adventures throughout Ireland with great interest. Catriona started paddling late in life and as a reaction to disappointing news. From day one, she sought the support of quality coaching and that, along with determination and good friends, have led her to some great life experiences. She brings an incredible message of learning and growing, along with some really big

en

46:14

#88 - Jon Hynes - Wild Atlantic Warrior

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/06/05

Today I am pleased to bring you a really fun conversation with Jon Hynes. Some of you may already know Jon from the acclaimed documentary with Sean Cahill, Sea Kayak Around Ireland. Others may know him from his work with the Irish Canoe Union, and others through the Kinsale Outdoor Education Centre. Today, we explore his take on adventure, preparation, and caring for the environment in which we paddle. Learn: Wild Atlantic Way-Ireland's Spectacular Coastal Route Kinsale Outdoor Education

en

52:37

#87 - Nigel Dennis - Breaking the rules to make a...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/05/22

Today I am honored to bring you a conversation with the one and only, Nigel Dennis. Nigel has received more requests by other guests as a future guest. Thank you to GInni Callahan, Olly Sanders, and all the others who made the recommendation. Today we talk about the founding of Sea Kayaking UK, formerly Nigel Dennis Kayaks, the creation of the Romany Classic, Easter Island, Cape Horn, Antarctica, and more. Learn: Sea Kayaking UK Connect: info@seakayakinguk.com

en

57:29

#86 - Alistair Wilson - A Life of Adventure Behind a...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/05/08

Today I am pleased to bring you a great conversation with Alistair Wilson. Alistair has had an amazing life blessed with personal, family, and business successes, including two trips to the Olympics and the founding of Lendal Paddle. He is an original innovator in the world of paddle design and today we hear his story firsthand. Enjoy today’s episode with Alistair Wilson. Learn: Behind the Paddle book Alistair Wilson (Facebook) Level Six has been a great supporter of Paddling the Blue and they

en

43:40

#85 - Richard Barnes - 67 days solo across the Tasman...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/04/24

Today you get to hear first hand from Richard Barnes. Richard recently completed a solo kayak crossing of the Tasman Sea from Australia to New Zealand, in a kayak that he designed and built. His is only the second solo of the Tasman Sea and the first unassisted effort. Level Six has been a great supporter of Paddling the Blue and they have stepped up again with a special offer just for you as a Paddling the Blue podcast listener. If you would like to pick up some great Level Six drywear or other

en

01:00:54

#84 - Canoecopia 2023 - Madison, WI

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/04/10

We are coming to you today from one of our all-time favorite shows, Canoecopia, which is the world’s largest paddlesports expo, held in Madison, Wisconsin. This event is 100,000 square feet of canoes, kayaks, kit, outfitters, everything you can imagine, plus more than 100 speakers on an incredible array of topics. Thanks to Stig Larssen and the entire Level Six team for the use of their booth to record this episode. Enjoy today’s episode from the Canoecopia! Learn and Connect: Susan Conrad Wildly

en

01:04:04

#83 - Quiet Adventures Symposium 2023 - Lansing, MI

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/03/27

Today’s episode comes from the 28th annual Quiet Adventures Symposium in Lansing, MI. We talked with exhibitors from the US Great Lakes region including chats with Chicago Adventure Therapy, Paddling Adventures Radio, the Lake Superior Watershed Conservancy, Paddle Antrim, and others working to educate paddlers, protect our waterways, and keep the Great Lakes great. Enjoy today’s episode from the Quiet Adventures Symposium! Learn and connect: Paddle Antrim Chicago Adventure Therapy Association of

en

52:14

#82 - Dale Greybeard Sanders Dan Faust and Matthew...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/03/13

Today we will be talking with a trio of guests, featuring none other than Dale “Greybeard” Sanders, and friends and fellow Mississippi River paddlers, Dan Faust and Matthew Briggs. Dale is a multi-time World Record holder for both paddling and hiking and is currently the reigning record holder as the oldest to paddle the Mississippi River source to sea at age 87. They had a great journey down the river for Dale’s most recent record-setting run and they’re going to share it with you today. Enjoy

en

41:54

#81 - Dan Carr - Erupting Seals along the Maine...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/02/27

Dan Carr, volunteer extraordinaire and friend of Jonathan Hearn and Katie Sylvester from episode #76 joins me today to talk about the Maine Island Trail. The trail extends along 375 miles of shoreline with more than 250 islands. Dan is going to share some of his favorite stories and a few of the must-visit islands along this paddler’s paradise. Learn: Maine Island Trail Association Leave No Trace - The 7 Principles Special offer for Paddling the Blue listeners: If you’re not already a

en

01:00:10

#80 - Sean Pierce - For the Love of Islands

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/02/13

There’s something magical about islands to a paddler and that’s definitely true for Sean Pierce. For starters, he was the photo editor for Ireland’s foremost paddling guide book, Oilean (Irish for Island), so that should tell you something. Sean is known in the Irish sea kayaking community for both his involvement in the Irish Sea Kayaking Association, but even more so for his passionate pursuit of birding while visiting those islands. Today we will talk with Sean about the island that is Ireland,

en

36:02

#79 - Remembering Jake Stachovak

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/01/30

Who is Jake Stachovak, and why did I decide to make a special episode just about him? Well, Jake is a paddler, and I would say just like the rest of us, but he wasn’t. There was only one Jake Stachovak. Today’s episode will share some of the paddling highlights of the Great Loop trip that Jake brought to episode #2 while also hearing from just a few of his friends telling you about Jake as a person. Jake, thank you for the memories. Thank you for the inspiration. Thank you for the laughs. We are

en

39:20

#78 - Joe Solomon - Kayaking 4 a Cause on the Ohio...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/01/16

Today’s guest is Joe Solomon, who joined me by way of referral from Madison Eklund from episode 73. He paddled the Ohio River and Mississippi River in support of mental health and we’ll talk with Joe about how paddling changed his life in more ways than one. Enjoy today’s episode with Joe Solomon! Connect: Kayaking 4 a Cause Learn: Mississippi River Angels Adventure Crew Cincinnati Special offer for Paddling the Blue listeners: If you’re not already a subscriber, visit onlineseakayaking.com and

en

49:17

#77 - Stand Up For Great Lakes

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/01/02

Kwin Morris, Joe Lorenz, and Jeff Guy are members of the Stand Up For Great Lakes team. This hearty crew is working on completing Stand Up Paddleboard crossings of each of the Great Lakes. They've done Lakes Michigan, Huron, Superior, and Erie and Ontario is next. We’re going to talk about what they’ve accomplished so far and what’s next. Kwin, Joe, and Jeff have been with the team from the start and have done all four lakes together. I do want to make sure we also give credit to Joel Mueller and

en

57:42

#76 - Jonathan Hearn and Kati Sylvester - Seeking...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/12/19

Today I am joined by Jonathan Hearn and Kati Sylvester. Jonathan and Kati embarked on an 88-day trip along the Maine coast and through the Canadian Maritimes. Join us for their adventure and hear about the gift they gave to themselves and their experience through this beautiful coastline. Learn: Maine Coast Heritage Trust Maine Island Trail Association Connect: @seekingwonderment (YouTube) Seeking.wonderment (Instagram) Seeking Wonderment (website)

en

01:01:52

#75 - Douglas Wilcox - Stories, Sails, and Scary...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/12/05

Todays’s guest is Douglas Wilcox. You may be familiar with Douglas' work testing boats and equipment. You can find his test results and trip reports online through Facebook, his website, and in magazines like Ocean Paddler over the years. He brings a natural curiosity to kayaking and that shows in today’s interview. Douglas is a storyteller in every sense of the word, so get ready for us to cover a lot of ground. Also, thank you to listeners who have taken the time to support the show by visiting

en

42:33

#74 - Steve Ramsay - Yukon River Quest

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2022/11/21

Today I am talking with Steve Ramsay. Steve was referred to the show by Cyril Derreumaux. They met when Cyril was in the Yukon River Quest. The Yukon River Quest is one of the most iconic paddle races on the North American continent and you’re about to hear about it. I know someone out there may be thinking, isn’t this a podcast about kayaking? It is, primarily, but it’s fun to mix it up sometimes. Just like WE become better by exploring different craft, Paddling the Blue gets better too . While

en

153 results

Similar Podcasts

Keeping Karlsson Fantasy Hockey Podcast

Elan Dubrofsky and Brian Kom

Daily Fantasy Sports by Ship It Nation

Ship It Nation

Fantasy Football Today

CBS Sports, Fantasy Football, FFT, NFL,...

Bring The Pain

Heat00veride

ESPN SportsCenter Update

ESPN