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!

Paddling The Blue Podcast is a sports podcast hosted by John Chase, with 174 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

John Chase hosts Paddling The Blue Podcast, a sports show with 174 episodes published.

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  Episode #174

  #174 - Performance Paddling with Chris Hipgrave encore

  Sep 21, 202638 min

  Today's episode is an encore presentation with Chris Hipgrave about performance paddling and the balance of physical, technical, and mental skills across disciplines—from slalom and wildwater to surf ski and sea kayaking. We cover surf ski racing (including the Gorge Downwind Championships), expedition guiding in Bhutan and Antarctica, forward-stroke technique, training motivation, and practical advice for pursuing big paddling goals.

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  Episode #173

  #173 - Graybeard Returns: Setting records on land and water at age 91 with Dale Sanders encore

  Sep 7, 202652 min

  Last week, Dale "Greybeard" Sanders reclaimed his record as the oldest person to thru-hike the Appalachian Trail at age 91. For the second time. I spoke to Dale and two of his paddling companions, Dan Faust and Matt Briggs, in 2023 after Dale regained his crown, also for the second time, as the oldest to paddle the Mississippi River source to sea at age 87. In honor of Dale’s thru-hike and his incredible perseverance, I am pleased to replay my interview with Dale, Dan, and Matt about their 87 day journey down the Mississippi River for Dale’s most recent record-setting run, at age 87. The episode covers their motivations, trip logistics, River Angels support, the challenges of low water, heat, and barge traffic, and behind-the-scenes footage captured by a film crew.

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  Episode #172

  #172 - Three Peaks, One Paddle: Emma Riesbeck’s Coastal Challenge with a Purpose by Kayak and Foot

  Aug 24, 202648 min

  Emma Riesbeck combines sea kayaking and trail running to complete a unique version of the UK National Three Peaks Challenge, traveling from Snowdon to Ben Nevis by a mix of paddling and running. Today's episode covers her journey from a London office career to guiding in Anglesey, Norway, and Antarctica, the emotional motivation of supporting her mother and the CoppaFeel! breast cancer charity, and lessons learned about confidence and adaptability. CoppaFeel! Emma's JustGiving page for CoppaFeel UK National Three Peaks Challenge Passage Guiding A Paddle with a Purpose Emma Reasbeck (Instagram)

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  Episode #169

  #169 - Developing paddling skills and confidence and listening to yourself with Elaine Shooter Alexander

  Jul 13, 202648 min

  Elaine Alexander, or Shooter as she is known to friends, joins today’s episode of the podcast to speak about her late start in paddling, training and teaching at Share Discovery Village, and the determination that led to a solo circumnavigation of Ireland — 71 days with 51 on the water, stormbound moments, and life-changing encounters. The episode highlights the generosity of coastal communities, the support network that made the expedition possible, Shooter’s fundraising and advocacy work including Summit to Sea for MND, and SHARE’s inclusive outdoor programs. Website: Share Discovery Village Traditional Greenland Games at Share Facebook Summit to Sea for MND

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  Episode #168

  #168 - Kayaking 315 Miles Down Florida’s St. Johns River with Daniel Robison

  Jun 29, 202619 min

  Daniel Robison recounts his lifelong love of paddling and his expedition to paddle all 315 miles of Florida’s St. Johns River. Join us as we talk about changing ecosystems from swamp to brackish estuary, close encounters with wildlife including alligators and manatees, and the challenges of navigating shallow canals and wide lakes. About the St. Johns River St. Johns Riverkeeper To Rivers End by Daniel Robison What is a Nutria?

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