Paddling the Blue Podcast

21/10/2024

New Episode! " #124 - Martin Rickard - Greenland Calling: Respecting and Paddling Through History and Ice"

In this episode of Paddling the Blue, Martin Rickard shares his deep connection to Greenland and his love for the county and its people while following the legendary paths of explorers Gino Watkins and Freddie Spencer Chapman...

In this episode of Paddling the Blue, Martin Rickard shares his deep connection to Greenland and his love for the county and its people while following the legendar…

07/10/2024

New Episode! " #123 - Finding your Coastal Spirit paddling Mediterranean & UK Waters with Roger Chandler"

Join us on this exciting episode of Paddling the Blue as we dive into the fascinating world of sea kayaking with Roger Chandler, a seasoned coach and guide from Anglesey. Roger shares his adventures paddling through stunning ...

Join us on this exciting episode of Paddling the Blue as we dive into the fascinating world of sea kayaking with Roger Chandler, a seasoned coach and guide from Ang…

23/09/2024

New Episode! "A Journey Down the Ganges (Ganga) River with Rency Thomas: 2,750 Kilometers of Adventure on India's most sacred river"

Rency Thomas joins us to recount his incredible 2,750-kilometer solo journey from the source to the sea of India's Ganga (Ganges) River. Starting at the foot of a glacier and ending at the ocean, this expedition was the culmi...

Rency Thomas joins us to recount his incredible 2,750-kilometer solo journey from the source to the sea of India's Ganga (Ganges) River. Starting at the foot of a g…

09/09/2024

New Episode! " #121 - Coaching Insights and Tierra del Fuego with the Kayak Waveologist Greg Paquin"

In this episode of Paddling the Blue, host John Chase speaks with Greg Paquin about his extensive involvement in British canoeing and his passion for paddle sports coaching. Greg shares his inspiring journey from civil engine...

In this episode of Paddling the Blue, host John Chase speaks with Greg Paquin about his extensive involvement in British canoeing and his passion for paddle sports …

02/09/2024

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26/08/2024

New Episode! " #120 - Riding the Waves: Finding flow surf kayaking the Great Lakes with Keith Wikle"

Welcome to today's episode of Paddling the Blue. Our guest, Keith Wikle, is a prolific surf kayaker and coach from the Great Lakes region. In this episode, Keith shares his journey into the world of surf kayaking, his mentors...

Welcome to today's episode of Paddling the Blue. Our guest, Keith Wikle, is a prolific surf kayaker and coach from the Great Lakes region. In this episode, Keith sh…

12/08/2024

New Episode! " #119 - Jim Tibensky - Racing kayak slalom, chasing birds, and a lifelong love for volunteering"

Jim Tibensky joins today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast. Jim is a legend in the US slalom racing community and a selfless volunteer for many organizations. Today we talk about Jim’s ongoing racing career, how wat...

Jim Tibensky joins today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast. Jim is a legend in the US slalom racing community and a selfless volunteer for many organizati…

29/07/2024

New Episode! " #118 - Donal Dowd - Experiencing Irish Islands, Lighthouses, and Wallabies"

Today I have the pleasure of talking with Donal Dowd. We cover quite a few topics, including his love for Irish islands and lighthouses, 40+ years pioneering outdoor education, and the home of Ireland’s wallabies. Thank you t...

Today I have the pleasure of talking with Donal Dowd. We cover quite a few topics, including his love for Irish islands and lighthouses, 40+ years pioneering outdoo…

15/07/2024

New Episode! "Jon Dawkins - Searching for Kayak Bill and exploring the Outer Coast of British Columbia"

Jon Dawkins received some advice from a friend that may surprise you that has led him to some of the best places on the outer coast of British Columbia as he explores the region one segment at a time. Along the way, he is als...

Jon Dawkins received some advice from a friend that may surprise you that has led him to some of the best places on the outer coast of British Columbia as he explor…

01/07/2024

New Episode! "Cristi Manea AKA Lownlee Kayak - Building and learning from an online kayak community"

Cristi Manea is someone you probably know, but whose name you probably haven’t heard. Cristi started his paddling journey four years ago and in that time he has learned a lot from the online community and stepped up to build...

Cristi Manea is someone you probably know, but whose name you probably haven’t heard. Cristi started his paddling journey four years ago and in that time he has le…

17/06/2024

New Episode! " #115 - Eileen Murphy - Leading the way through slalom, marathon racing, and sea kayaking"

Today I have the pleasure of talking with Eileen Murphy for a fascinating conversation. Eileen has led an incredible paddling career through many phases, from hitchhiking across Europe for slalom races, to marathon racing in Australia, to sea kayakin...

Today I have the pleasure of talking with Eileen Murphy for a fascinating conversation. Eileen has led an incredible paddling career through many phases, from hitch…

03/06/2024

New Episode! " #114 - Conny Bell - A Truly Superior Circumnavigation"

Conny Bell joins today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast to talk about her 57-day circumnavigation of Lake Superior. She shares her experience on this voyage of self-discovery, overcoming personal challenges, and describes how the lake chan...

Conny Bell joins today’s episode of the Paddling the Blue podcast to talk about her 57-day circumnavigation of Lake Superior. She shares her experience on this voy…

20/05/2024

New Episode! " #113 - Jim Kennedy - Bioluminescence, seaweed and Ireland's Wild Atlantic Way"

Jim Kennedy is another legend in the Irish paddling world and he joins us today to talk about his racing days, his love for the Wild Atlantic Way, bioluminescence, seaweed, and how paddling keeps him grounded.
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Jim Kennedy is another legend in the Irish paddling world and he joins us today to talk about his racing days, his love for the Wild Atlantic Way, bioluminescence, …

06/05/2024

New Episode! " #112 - Amber Champion - Leaping squid, kindness, and a passion for kayaking"

Today I am joined Amber Champion. Amber burst on to the paddling scene a few years ago and quickly ascended to become known as one of the top coaches in the Paddle Canada system. In this episode, she shares how a leaping squid, a lot of hard work, an...

Today I am joined Amber Champion. Amber burst on to the paddling scene a few years ago and quickly ascended to become known as one of the top coaches in the Paddle …

22/04/2024

New Episode! " #111 - Alison French-Fun with flapjacks, a carnival, and Sea Kayak Plockton"

Today I am joined by Alison French. Alison runs Sea Kayak Plockton in Scotland. Today we talk about finding your why, the reasons you should visit the Shiants, Alison’s famous flapjack, and more. Thank you to Nick Ray from episode #101 for introducin...

Today I am joined by Alison French. Alison runs Sea Kayak Plockton in Scotland. Today we talk about finding your why, the reasons you should visit the Shiants, Alis…

20/04/2024

Tomorrow is Summit 2 Sea for MND. Join the fight against Motor Neurone Disease. Follow the journey and donate to help!

The countdown is on – just 1 day until Summit 2 Sea for MND!!!

Share, this post with everyone you know and urge them to donate to support Adrian's legacy and the fight against Motor Neurone Disease.

Together, we can make a lasting impact.

Let's make tomorrow's event one to remember! Adrian will paddle into Inish Adventures around 3pm tomorrow afternoon!!!



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08/04/2024

New Episode! " #110 - Canoecopia 2024 - Madison, WI"

Today’s episode was recorded from the show floor at the annual Canoecopia show in Madison, Wisconsin. Billed as the world’s largest paddlesports expo, Canoecopia features more than 100,000 square feet of canoes, kayaks, kit, outfitters, everything yo...

Today’s episode was recorded from the show floor at the annual Canoecopia show in Madison, Wisconsin. Billed as the world’s largest paddlesports expo, Canoecopia fe…

25/03/2024

New Episode! " #109 - Quiet Adventures Symposium - Lansing, MI"

Today’s episode comes from the 29th annual Quiet Adventures Symposium in Lansing, MI.
As paddlers, when we hear symposium we often think on-water education and experiences. This is different. It’s more like a trade show with a Great Lakes emphasis, b...

Today’s episode comes from the 29th annual Quiet Adventures Symposium in Lansing, MI. As paddlers, when we hear symposium we often think on-water education and expe…

11/03/2024

New Episode! " #108 - Ken Whiting - Whitewater Kayak World Champion to Media Star"

Ken Whiting is a former world champion whitewater kayaker, author, television host, and owner of Heliconia Press, one of the world’s leading media production companies in the outdoor and travel industry.
You’ve seen Ken Whiting in the Facing Waves t...

Ken Whiting is a former world champion whitewater kayaker, author, television host, and owner of Heliconia Press, one of the world’s leading media production compan…

09/03/2024

We’re at the P&H Sea Kayaks booth at Canoecopia! Stop by and say hello

08/03/2024

We're heading to Canoecopia tomorrow! I'll be presenting four different sessions throughout the weekend and at the P&H Sea Kayaks and Pyranha Kayaks booth the rest of the time. Stop by the booth or a presentation and say hi!

29/02/2024

Are you as excited as we are to check out the P&H Sea Kayaks ultralight Virgo at Canoecopia?

Come visit us at the P&H and Pyranha Kayaks booth, check out the sweet boats, and say hello as we record an episode of the Paddling the Blue Podcast

26/02/2024

New Episode! " #107 - Mark Spitzer - 7 months on the Missouri and Mississippi Rivers"

Mark Spitzer shares a detailed account of his 7 month canoe trip down the entire length of the Missouri River and continuing down the Mississippi. He was joined by his dog, Groucho, who had some adventures of his own. It’s a great story about the r...

Mark Spitzer shares a detailed account of his 7 month canoe trip down the entire length of the Missouri River and continuing down the Mississippi. He was joined by…

12/02/2024

New Episode! " #106 - Tom Daly - The first Ireland solo that almost got him kicked out of canoeing"

Tom Daly completed the first solo Ireland circumnavigation by kayak in 1979. In today's episode, we talk about the adventure itself, the gear, the freedom, and how this trip almost got him kicked out of the sport.
It was a far different time. Certain...

Tom Daly completed the first solo Ireland circumnavigation by kayak in 1979. In today's episode, we talk about the adventure itself, the gear, the freedo…