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Following Waters

Brett Mayer
Whitewater Kayaking
River Running
Kayaking
Green River Narrows
Anna Levesque
Mind Body Paddle
Buffy Burge
Hurricane Helene
Rivers
French Broad River
Fletcher, North Carolina
Mental Agility
Discomfort Zone Podcast
Kaituna River
Costa Rica
Community Resilience
Mountain True
Bhutan
New Zealand
Pochu River

Life on and off the water.

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In this episode of Following Waters, we sit down with Bill Endicott, one of the most influential figures in the history of American paddlesports.

Bill’s impact on the sport is hard to overstate. As longtime head coach of the U.S. Canoe/Kayak Slalom ... more

In this episode of Following Waters, host Brett Mayer speaks with Hattie Johnson of American Whitewater about her roots as a paddler and conservationist—and then dives deep into one of the most pressing river access issues in the country right now: t... more

In this episode of Following Waters, host Brett Mayer sits down with whitewater kayaker Isaac Hull, whose relationship with paddling began unusually early. Sponsored by the age of ten, Isaac effectively grew up alongside the river, learning not only ... more

In this episode of Following Waters, host Brett Mayer speaks with Risa Shimoda about her path through whitewater paddling and into river conservation leadership. Risa shares how she learned to kayak as a young adult in the Ohio and gradually develope... more

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Recent Guests

Risa Shimoda
Legendary leader in paddle sports, former executive director of American Whitewater and River Management Society
Episode: Risa Shimoda: Athlete, Icon, and the Great Connector
Jed Hinkley
A multi-disciplined athlete and sport administrator.
American Canoe Association
Episode: Jed Hinkley: the Olympics, Youth Development, and the Evolution and Future of Competitive Paddlesports
Sam Drevo
Paddler, competitor, educator, outfitter, and conservationist
NRG Kayaking
Episode: Sam Drevo: eNRG Kayaking, Rios Lodge & the Path of a River Steward
Sofia Reynoso Diaz Barriga
Mexican canoe slalom athlete and whitewater kayaker.
Mexico National Canoeing Team
Episode: Sofi Reinoso: Carving a Path from Veracruz to the Olympic Stage
Anna Levesque
A distinguished leader in the outdoor industry, sought after mental agility and white water kayak coach, and host of The Discomfort Zone podcast.
Mind Body Paddle
Episode: Anna Levesque: Redefining Success and Connection in Paddlesports
Gordon Dalton
Virginia-based paddler, speech therapist, and community paddling advocate
Episode: Gordon Dalton: Maps, Memories, and the Currents that Shape Us
Adam Herzog
Whitewater kayaker, paramedic, nurse, and wilderness medicine educator
Episode: Adam Herzog: Kickflips, Currents, and Intention

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Brett Mayer
Host of Following Waters, known for engaging in conversations about outdoor experiences and community-building.

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Risa Shimoda: Athlete, Icon, and the Great Connector
Q: Was there any particular moment that you started to paddle with more skilled paddlers?
Risa always paddled with better paddlers and changed jobs which allowed her to meet skilled kayakers.
Risa Shimoda: Athlete, Icon, and the Great Connector
Q: Do you still get a chance to paddle with any of them?
Most of her early paddling friends do not paddle anymore and she only connects with a couple occasionally.
Buffy Burge: Reflections from a Life Lived on the River
Q: What does Following Waters mean to you?
Following Waters is all about the joy and adventure of chasing water levels and having fun on the river.
Gordon Dalton: Maps, Memories, and the Currents that Shape Us
Q: What made you an advocate for sharing information about rivers?
Experiences taught him the importance of sharing information to reduce risks and promote safety among paddlers.
Gordon Dalton: Maps, Memories, and the Currents that Shape Us
Q: How did you get your start in paddling?
Fishing was the initial motivation, but the enjoyment of paddling quickly surpassed fishing.

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Content centers on the personal stories of individuals connected to river-based activities, emphasizing the unique journeys of athletes, environmentalists, and community advocates who engage with waterways. Listeners are treated to emotional reflections on the relationships people forge with rivers, the challenges they face, and the joys found in communal paddling experiences. The storytelling approach highlights both personal triumphs and the broader implications of river conservation, community engagement, and the interplay between human life and nature's elements. Some episodes focus on environmental advocacy, with guests discussing climate change, urban planning, and river health, providing a comprehensive view of contemporary issues af... more

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Following Waters launched 6 months ago and published 16 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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2. Jed Hinkley
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4. Sofia Reynoso Diaz Barriga
5. Anna Levesque
6. Gordon Dalton
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