Stand Up Paddle the World » Podcasts

Stand Up Paddle the World » Podcasts

Author: Darrell Kirk Language: English Episodes: 89
Darrell Kirk hosts Stand Up Paddle the World, a podcast that goes far beyond just technique and gear. While those practical topics are covered, the heart of each conversation lies in the stories and insights from the diverse community that gives this sport its soul. You'll hear from seasoned athletes, dedicated coaches, innovative board shapers, and everyday enthusiasts who find something profound on the water. Episodes explore the unique intersection of physical challenge and mental serenity that paddle boarding provides, touching on aspects of fitness, health, and the nutrition that fuels these adventures. This isn't a series of interviews about a hobby; it's about a lifestyle centered on connection-to nature, to personal limits, and to a global tribe of people who think best with a paddle in hand. Tune in for authentic, meandering talks that capture the sound of water against a board and the shared passion that drives people to explore coastlines, rivers, and lakes. This podcast serves as an audio companion for your own journeys, whether you're a beginner or have logged thousands of miles, offering inspiration for your next outing and a deeper appreciation for the world seen from standing up.
Episodes
Levi Goltz: Runner, Gymnast, Sup Racer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 37:06
Levi Goltz came into stand up paddle racing from a lifetime of sports as a gymnast, ultra marathon runner, and Soccer player. Levi talks about his entry into SUP racing, early family life, and a behind the scenes look at…
Nick Papa: Brute Force–Heart of Gold [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 45:46
Nick Papa has a heart of gold and everything about him spells success on and off the race course. He is a gentleman and well-spoken, but his brute force and focus brought him to the front of the Seattle SUP racing scene.…
Fiona Wylde–Hood River Girl Taking SUP Racing by Storm! [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 36:19
Fiona Wylde is a product of Hood River and the Columbia Gorge–friends and family, the Jet Team, and the rugged and unforgiving Columbia River all have shaped and tempered her into the competitive and kind person she is t…
Kaliko Kahoonei: The SUP Industry Exposed [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:17:00
Reading Kaliko Kahoonei’s blog, you find an individual who cares deeply about the sport of SUP and is worried about its future. We talk with him about a recent post “The SUP Industry Exposed” and the quick deterioration…
Christian Oliver: Industrial Designer–Stand Up Paddle Racer [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 47:09
Christian Oliver has always been drawn to the water. Growing up in the South, his family would take vacations to Florida, where he fell in love with the ocean. Christian’s dad built cedar strip wood canoes out of the gar…
Spencer Lazzar: A Passion for Stand Up Paddle Racing [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 59:37
Spencer Lazzar was early on the scene of stand up paddle racing–Inspired by a video of Laird Hamilton on a SUP, he though, might I be able to surf my local lake on one of these boards? The search was on for a stand up bo…
Jim Jarvie: Fought Forest Fires–Surfs Freighter Waves [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 1:23:06
Flying around Washington State in old Russian helicopters purchased by the Government for one dollar, Jim Jarvie served as a forest firefighter helping mop-up fires that ravaged the area. Jim’s passion for freighter wake…