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Developed by the Scottish Canoe Association (SCA). The Scottish Paddlecast is an opportunity for you to learn about the different sides of the SCA and paddlesport in Scotland as we talk about a range of subjects, interview a variety of guests, and tap into a wealth of knowledge. Subscribe now to keep up-to-date with new episodes.
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Friday Sep 30, 2022
Friday Sep 30, 2022
On this episode of the Scottish Paddlecast, hosts Lara and Roger chat to Jenny who started stand up paddle boarding later in life. Listen now to hear about Jenny's story and the challenges she faced, what motivated her and the fun time she now spends with her grandkids on the water.
Friday Nov 11, 2022
Friday Nov 11, 2022
On this episode of the Scottish Paddlecast, hosts Roger and Lara speak to Alastair Garrow, retired crisis negotiator in the police force. He has developed the Paddlewell Initiative, a groundbreaking wellbeing programme for Scottish police officers coping with poor mental health. The paddling programme gives police officers mental health support outside of the police environment, and works to help de-stigmatise conversation around mental health.
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
On this episode of the Scottish Paddlecast, hosts Roger and Lara speak to two professional paddlesport coaches: Emy McLeod and Janni Williams. Janni runs South Skye Sea Kayak, and Emy runs Strathspey SUP and freelances with various other outdoor centres. They share with us their passion for paddling, for working in the industry, along with the ups and downs of being a professional paddlesport coach.
Friday Aug 18, 2023
Friday Aug 18, 2023
In this episode, we meet young paddlers Ava and Kamron who talk about starting their journeys into paddling and being young people in the sport.