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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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#103 - Natalie Maderova and Michal Madera - UK,...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2024/01/01

Natalie Maderova and Michal Madera join today's episode to share their simple yet effective philosophy on managing a big trip and they bring the credibility to back it up. They’ve circumnavigated Britain, Ireland, and paddled in Alaska with Freya Hoffmeister and we’ll touch on each of these during today’s episode. Enjoy today’s episode with Natalie and Michal! Connect: Sixknots.net The Circumnavigation, 2012 The Northern Four, 2015 Alaska, 2018 Drop Seat Adventure, 2019 sixknots at hotmail dot

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52:57

#102 - Des Keaney - Rounding the Cape and beating...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/12/18

Today I am joined by Des Keaney. Des was referred to me by Catriona Woods from episode 89. Des shares a trip around Cape Horn, a few of his favorite places in Ireland, and how he’s overcoming one of life's challenges to continue enjoying paddling. His is a great story of perseverance. Learn: Late Onset Retinal Degeneration National Institutes of Health University of Edinburgh Connect: Des Keaney

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#101 - Nick Ray - Life Afloat in Scotland 365

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/12/04

Today’s episode features Nick Ray. Many of us followed Nick on his 365 day Life Afloat journey around Scotland. It was a quest to find hope and joy in fully immersing himself in the trip and he did just that. We have a great chat about his motivation, his personal struggles with mental illness, and how paddling has helped him. Connect: Life Afloat X (formerly Twitter) Instagram Facebook YouTube Learn: Strong Winds are Forecast: A solo, 1850 mile journey by sea kayak, to every lifeboat station

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#100 - West Hansen - Arctic Cowboys Kayak the...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/11/20

Today’s episode marks a significant milestone to Paddling the Blue with episode #100. Our first episode released in February 2020 and we’ve come to you every two weeks since and we’ve had more than 120,000 listens from 103 countries. Thank you to every guest who has generously shared their experiences. Thank you to you for listening and for reaching out to tell us how you were inspired by a guest, giving your suggestions, and your support. Because of you, we have had the opportunity to talk with

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#99 - Katie Carr - Moderate Becoming Good Later...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/11/06

Katie Carr joins today's episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast. Katie recently released the book "Moderate Becoming Good Later" about her brother Toby’s quest to paddle all the areas of what’s known as the shipping forecast. We have a great conversation about her experience writing the book, Toby’s love for paddling and life, and how paddling the shipping forecast is bringing her closer to family. Get your copy of Moderate Becoming Good Later Connect: Katie Annice Carr

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#98 - Esther Wheeler - Around the next bend with an...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/10/23

Esther Wheeler is a driven endurance athlete, or as she calls herself, an accidental athlete. Today we will get a fascinating glimpse into the mind of an endurance athlete and how she manages herself before, during, and after the event. There are some great lessons that we can apply across different paddling disciplines and life in general, even if we’re not racing. Connect: Instagram Twitter Learn: Tower Hamlets Lane Cove River Kayakers Pacific Dragons Outrigger and Dragonboat club Yukon River

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#97 - Mike Conroy - Mikey Kayaks Cornwall and Ireland

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/10/09

Mike Conroy joins us for today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue Podcast. We’ll talk about his trips, but even more so we’ll talk about the deliberate process that Mike has mapped out to reach his goals. Get ready for a fun interview with an everyday paddler who has set his mind to a project and is making it happen. Connect: Kayak Demelza 3 Capital Kayak Learn: Shamrock Loop Interactive Google Map Blasket Islands St. Petrocs Surfers Against Sewage The Wombles Anglesey Sea Kayak

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57:34

#96 -Jack Hampton - Paddling the Margins

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2023/09/25

Welcome to today’s episode of Paddling the Blue. Today’s guest is Jack Hampton. Jack and friends paddled the Inside Passage with the goal of not only completing the trip, but to explore the lives of those living in the coastal margin communities along the way and how they are impacted by decisions made about their homeland. Connect: www.paddlingthemargins.com Instagram Supported by: Reed Chillcheater Nautiraid Dakota Lithium

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57:20

#95 - Rupert Kirkwood - Kayaking eye to eye with...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/09/11

Welcome to today’s episode of Paddling the Blue. Today’s guest is Rupert Kirkwood. Rupert goes by the name The Lone Kayaker. You may have seen photos of some of his incredible sea life encounters and today we chat about those experiences, his motivation, and what led him to a life seeking beautiful creatures. Before we get to our chat with Rupert: James and Simon at onlineseakayaking.com continue to produce great content to help you evolve as a paddler, and as a coach. Everything from basic

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57:26

#94 - David Johnston - Paddle Canada Georgian Bay and...

Paddling The Blue Podcast ·

2023/08/28

Welcome to today’s episode of Paddling the Blue. Today’s guest is David Johnston. David is an sea kayak instructor, guide, and one of the key architects for some of Paddle Canada’s programs. We’ll talk about the development of Paddle Canada’s programs, the state of instruction, Georgian Bay, and the beauty of Lake Superior and we have a few laughs along the way. Before we get to our chat with David: James and Simon at onlineseakayaking.com continue to produce great content to help you evolve as a

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#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

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

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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

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#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.

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#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

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#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

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#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

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#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

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#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

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#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

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#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

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