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The Aqua Pod - Scottish Swimming Podcast

Scottish Swimming
Scottish Swimming
Open Water Swimming
Diving
Commonwealth Games
Masters Swimming
Learn To Swim
Water Polo
Outdoor Swimming
Duncan Scott
EU Nations Tournament
Learn To Swim Framework
European Under 23s
World Aquatics Championships Singapore
Island Games
Scottish Masters
Scottish Amateur Swimming Association
Safety In Outdoor Swimming
Water Polo Scotland
European Juniors
Artistic Swimming

Welcome to The Aqua Pod - a podcast by Scottish Swimming, covering all things aquatics in Scotland. From Diving to Swimming, Masters to Open Water, Water Polo to Artistic Swimming, we cover it all, from the top to the bottom of the country!

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Latest Episodes

Host Charlie chats to Ali Campbell and Hannah Luke about the upcoming 2026 Water Polo Scottish Cup Final Day, previewing all six games!

On this episode of the Aqua Pod, we take an overview of the upcoming Open Water season with coaches Kirsten Geary and Jenn Davis.

The pair discuss their experiences in the sport, take a deeper dive into the details of Open Water in Scotland and look... more

With the Aquatics GB Swimming Championships fast approaching, Charlie caught up with Scottish National Team swimmers Brodie Gordon-Gibson and Lucy Grieve.

They chat through how training and racing has gone so far, hopes of making it on Team Scotland... more

Ahead of the Scottish National Age Group Swimming Championships Charlie catches up with coaches Laura Bowie and Jamie Ward.

They chat about: coaching in Trinidad at the Commonwealth Youth Games, helping build resilience in young athletes, and they l... more

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Recent Guests

Kirsten Geary
Head coach at Step Rock, Open Water Committee member, and team manager for open water events
Step Rock / Open Water Committee
Episode: Episode 42: Open Water Special
Jenn Davis
University of Aberdeen Performance Coach
University of Aberdeen
Episode: Episode 42: Open Water Special
Brodie Gordon-Gibson
University of Edinburgh swimmer, Scotland senior team member
University of Edinburgh / Scotland National Team
Episode: Episode 41: Aquatics GB Championships Preview
Lucy Grieve
University of Stirling swimmer
University of Stirling / Scotland National Team
Episode: Episode 41: Aquatics GB Championships Preview
Laura Bowie
Head coach at Aberdeen Dolphins (coaching career discussed)
Aberdeen Dolphins
Episode: Episode 40: Pre SNAGS Coach Catchup
Jamie Ward
Head coach at East Lothian Swim Team
East Lothian Swim Team
Episode: Episode 40: Pre SNAGS Coach Catchup
Anthony Ryan
Head coach of Dumfries Amateur Swimming Club
Dumfries Amateur Swimming Club
Episode: Episode 39: Dumfries ASC - Club of the Year
Rob Lee
Master swimmer, Forth Valley Trident head coach
Fourth Valley Trident / Grangemouth Masters
Episode: Episode 38: Chatting Scottish Masters
Kelly McIntosh
Master swimmer, Silver City Blues
Silver City Blues
Episode: Episode 38: Chatting Scottish Masters

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Charlie
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Episode 27: Developing Diving in Scotland
Q: How do you envision strengthening talent identification and development across Scotland?
I plan to refresh the TID process, introduce new approaches to attract and nurture talent beyond Edinburgh, and foster stronger connections with centres like Aberdeen and Ayr to ensure a continuous pipeline of athletes progressing to the senior programme.
Episode 27: Developing Diving in Scotland
Q: What led you to move to Edinburgh and take on the new development role there?
The move was driven by a desire for a new challenge after a couple of cycles at the top, a belief that there was more to contribute beyond the immediate elite results, and a clear view of how Edinburgh's established programme and partnerships could be taken to the next level.
Episode 24: Island Games preview with Kara Hanlon
Q: What's your message to someone who has a goal but is from a place with limited training facilities?
Focus on using what you have to your advantage, stay consistent with what works for you, and be patient. Enjoy the journey and keep striving to improve, because progress is possible from any starting point.
Episode 36: Scottish Swimming Hustings Part 1
Q: What actions are you going to take to mitigate the crisis for sports facilities to keep them open, accessible and sustainable for this generation and future generations?
Panelists emphasized a blend of capital investment, collaborative funding with public and private partners, and smarter energy solutions like heat networks to decarbonize pools, paired with targeted council and national support to maintain access and safety.
Episode 30: Rory Dickson - from SNAGS silver to European silver
Q: What was it like earning a European under-23 medal and swimming in a GB squad?
He recalls it as a landmark moment, driven by small, consistent improvements rather than a single goal, and notes the learning experience of training with Olympians and a diverse team, plus the pride of a Scottish relay medal and national recognition.

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The show centers on Scotland's aquatics scene, spanning swimming, diving, open water, water polo, and masters, with a strong focus on coaching, performance pathways, and the broader public health and community impact of swimming. Episodes frequently feature coaches, elite athletes, program directors, and occasionally policymakers, discussing training cycles, development pipelines, competition calendars, facility access, and initiatives like Learn to Swim and community safety. Notable strengths include in-depth coaching conversations, behind-the-scenes looks at club and national programs, and timely coverage of infrastructure, safety, and accessibility topics that affect swimmers of all ages. The format often blends personal journey storytel... more

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2. Jenn Davis
3. Brodie Gordon-Gibson
4. Lucy Grieve
5. Laura Bowie
6. Jamie Ward
7. Anthony Ryan
8. Rob Lee

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