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Paddling The Blue Podcast

John Chase
Kayaking
Sea Kayaking
Ireland
Adventure Travel
Kayak Fishing
Whitewater Kayaking
Oilean
Adventure
Greenland
Paddling
Rock Climbing
Missouri River
Scotland
Mental Health
Environmental Changes
Wildlife
Northwest Passage
Community Support
Coaching
Cape Farewell

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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Recorded live at Canoecopia in Madison, Wisconsin, today's episode of Paddling the Blue features interviews with a wide range of guests: activists protecting the Boundary Waters, the team behind the Wisconsin Shipwreck Coast National Marine Sanctuary... more

Today's episode was recorded at one of our favorite events, the Quiet Adventures Symposium in Lansing. Today's episode features conversations with paddlers, conservationists, and accessibility advocates across Michigan.

Guests include Anna Green, a ... more

Many of us dream of adventures like circumnavigating Ireland and as far as I’m concerned, that’s a pretty lofty goal, and definitely on my list.

And then there’s Urban Heupgen...Urban has unexpectedly found himself on a quest to undertake a bold jou... more

Oscar Scafidi is a schoolteacher turned explorer specializing in Africa. Oscar joins today’s episode to share his expedition to kayak Madagascar’s Mangok River from source to sea. Oscar describes the months of planning, the grueling approach to the s... more

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Anna Green
Team USA Orienteering member and Southern Michigan Orienteering Club participant
Southern Michigan Orienteering Club; Team USA Orienteering
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Jamie Welch
Staff member at Flint River Watershed Coalition
Flint River Watershed Coalition
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Eric Wallace
Adaptive paddling instructor for Opportunities Unlimited for the Blind
Opportunities Unlimited for the Blind
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Joe Letimore
Represents MiCorps/Michigan Clean Water Corps
MiCorps
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Paul Maleski
Adaptive paddling instructor with Team River Runner
Team River Runner
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Tim Novak
State trails coordinator for Michigan DNR
Michigan Department of Natural Resources
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Neil Glazebrook
Representative of the League of Michigan Bicyclists
League of Michigan Bicyclists
Episode: #160 - Quiet Adventures 2026 Live: Adaptive Kayaks, Orienteering Worlds, River Stewardship, and more from Lansing, MI
Urban Heupgen
Adventurer on a kayak circumnavigation of Europe
Episode: #159 - Noatun’s Route: One Man’s Kayak Circumnavigation of Europe with Urban Heupgen
Oscar Scafidi
Explorer specializing in Africa and former school teacher
Episode: #158 - Kayaking Madagascar: Chasing the Mangoky Source to Sea with Oscar Scafidi

Host

John Chase
Host of the podcast known for engaging interviews with paddlers from around the globe, focusing on personal stories and skills development.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 144 ratings
  • Sharing Experiences/Experiential Travel

    John Chase is always pleasant with great comedic timing during his well organized interview style. Every episode brings fresh insights to interesting places to kayak and techniques to develop. Excellent guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JMA MD ATL
    United States3 months ago
  • Outstanding Kayaking Conversations

    I’ve been listening to several of the most recent episodes and I’m impressed with host John Chase’s approach to his conversations with guests. He asks thoughtful questions and then sits back and allows the interviewee the space to answer. He’s a wonderful listener and his audience benefits.

    There’s no noise, no hype, just good conversations that we’re invited to share in.

    It’s informative, educational and inspiring. I also like the links he includes in the show notes to the guests should one w... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RT Brockmann
    United States2 years ago
  • Great Lakes Sea Kayaking!

    I was searching for sea kayaking podcasts hoping to find some that would find something relatable to my interest and was fortunate enough to find this. It has the exact topics, excellent host, amazing guests, and covers Great Lakes kayaking. Highly recommended!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    spstewart17
    United States3 years ago
  • Love listening on my way to work

    Great show, John asks great question to guide his guest to share their stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    DRaine1976
    Canada3 years ago
  • Very enjoyable to listen to. I enjoy kayaking and this is a delight. Great rotation of guests. One area of improvement would be to raise the volume on your guests. They can be difficult to hear especially when driving. Many of them have soft voices.

    Audible
    4
    Adam T
    United States3 years ago

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Many find the podcast to be a source of inspiration, often motivating listeners to explore kayaking or increase their involvement in outdoor adventures.
Community engagement through discussing environmental issues and sustainability in outdoor practices is greatly appreciated by the audience.
The quality of production is frequently highlighted, alongside the insightful content that resonates with both kayaking professionals and enthusiasts alike.
Listeners praise the host's engaging interview style and ability to draw out inspiring stories from guests, making each episode both educational and enjoyable.

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#157 - How a class project packrafting in Nepal led to a kayak career with Alex Lalonde
Q: How did the trip logistics and planning come together for something like that halfway across the world?
We relied heavily on a guidebook that provided essential information on river conditions and local paddling opportunities.
#157 - How a class project packrafting in Nepal led to a kayak career with Alex Lalonde
Q: What brought you from New York out to the Pacific Northwest?
I was looking for a seasonal job and had friends who recommended the area, which led me to move out there.
#157 - How a class project packrafting in Nepal led to a kayak career with Alex Lalonde
Q: What surprised you about Nepal?
I was surprised by the variety of wildlife that was there, including crocodiles, hippos, and panthers, which I hadn't expected.
#156 - Paddlesports Coaching and Kayaking the Bahamas with Nigel featuring Eila Wilkinson
Q: What challenges did you experience in the Bahamas?
Logistics, food supply, navigation challenges due to lack of detailed charts, and weather conditions made paddling in the Bahamas particularly challenging.
#156 - Paddlesports Coaching and Kayaking the Bahamas with Nigel featuring Eila Wilkinson
Q: How has coaching developed you personally in terms of your paddling skills?
Coaching has made me more aware of what I'm doing, and being around others helps in developing my own skills as well.

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Recent guests on Paddling The Blue Podcast include:

1. Anna Green
2. Jamie Welch
3. Eric Wallace
4. Joe Letimore
5. Paul Maleski
6. Tim Novak
7. Neil Glazebrook
8. Urban Heupgen

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