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Kitesurf365

Adrian Kerr

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Every Monday: Adrian sits down with whoever is making waves in the world of Kiteboarding. Expect big names and in-depth conversation. Every Thursday: Colin Colin Carroll and Adrian present to you, THE MEGAPOD. The pair chat utter rubbish to each other about what’s been happening + what they think is going to happen. Some of it is made up and barely any of it is correct.
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The Blue Planet Show Podcast brings you Wing Foil and other boardsports related interviews with athletes, designers, and thought leaders on the cutting edge of the sport. We hope you enjoy the content, please subscribe and leave us comments. questions, thanks for listening, Aloha!
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Rou Chater has conducted a host of interviews over the years, in this podcast he shares some of those conversations with you. Each week he sits down with a new guest to talk about their life and some of the adventures they have been on, interesting things they have done and their achievements. This podcast aims to inspire, educate and intrigue.
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Five-time winner of Best Education Podcast in the Podcast Awards. Grammar Girl provides short, friendly tips to improve your writing and feed your love of the English language. Whether English is your first language or your second language, these grammar, punctuation, style, and business tips will make you a better and more successful writer. Grammar Girl is a Quick and Dirty Tips podcast.
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In this video our wing foil crew consisting of Derek, Matt, Kevin and Robert talk about our experience crossing the Ka'iwi channel between Molokai and Oahu in the 2024 M2O Foil edition race. Summary of our conversation:The Blue Planet Show hosts Derek, Kevin, and Matt discuss their experiences in the Molokai to Oahu (M2O) race. They also touch on t…
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On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Turning basics. I can fly in a straight line, but now what. How to maintain an edge to control the direction while flying on a foil. How to find the right balance between leaning forward and backward to maintain stability. How positioning the wing higher will help improve your …
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1009. If you think apostrophes are confusing today, wait until you hear how people used them 100s of years ago! Ammon Shea has some wild stories. Plus, should you use "first," "second," and "third" or "firstly," "secondly," and "thirdly"? Ammon Shea is the author of "Bad English," "Reading the OED." 🔗 Share your familect recording in a WhatsApp cha…
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On today's episode, Adrian catches up with Cohan Van Dijk. Cohan is back to his best as we head into the 2nd half of the season and is looking to find his form in the remaining 5 Red Bull events for the year. Support the show: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com https://ko-fi.com/megapod Follow me: http://www.kitesurf365.com https:/…
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Robert Stehlik introduces Dave Kalama as a pioneer in various water sports, including windsurfing, surfing, towing, and foiling. Dave’s innovations have significantly influenced these sports, making them more accessible to the masses. He is currently at the forefront of designing advanced foiling boards widely used by athletes worldwide. The Essenc…
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Arlin Ladue joins Adrian on today's episode to discuss all things WOO Worlds. Registration is now open at https://wooworlds.com. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Woo Sports: https://wooworlds.com https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/colin_colin_carroll/ https://www.instagram.com/kitesurf365/…
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Dave West is a Semi-Pro Youtube and Downwind Foiling Sensation from Australia. He joins us to talk about: Downwind Foiling Basics How learning to downwind foil can be challenging, but achieving small milestones provides a sense of satisfaction. Board length and stability are important factors to consider when choosing equipment for downwind foiling…
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1008. We look at why you have to use "the" before some nouns and not others, and then we dive into the science behind why rhymes stick in our memory and how they can even influence our beliefs. The "articles before nouns" segment was written by Neal Whitman, an independent writer and consultant specializing in language and grammar and a member of t…
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Colin and Adrian wrap up the Men's and Women's Kite from the 2024 Olympics. We talk to Ellie Aldridge and Valentin Bontus, who are kiteboarding first Gold medalists. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/colin_colin_carroll/ https://www.instagram.com/kite…
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On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Gybing basics Practicing on the beach to familiarize yourself with the hand and foot movements Being comfortable foiling in both directions before attempting to gybe Practicing foot switches to improve maneuverability Riding with enough speed to glide through the turn Committin…
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Today I’m joined by 2024 Big Air World Champion Jeremy Burlando. The Woo Worlds registration is now open and we are only weeks away from the Woo Worlds 2024. Norths Big Air Collection 2025 https://northactionsports.com/pages/big-air-rider-style Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us…
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Caitlin Baxter is a Global Team Rider for Sabfoil, she joins us on the show to talk about: - How she found Wing Foiling - Review of PPC Wings and SAB Foils - Downwinding on rocky coast lines of her home spots in Australia - Encouraging Women to Join the Wing Foiling Community - Safety Tips for Ocean Sports - And much more. Visit: https://www.instag…
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1007. Why do Adele and Susan Boyle sound American when they sing? We have answers. Plus, with all the talk about "weird" lately, we think it's time to examine the old "I before E except after C" rule that has so many exceptions it's hardly a rule at all — until you add W for "weird." The singing segment is written by Susan K. Herman, a former multi…
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Today, I'm joined by the 2024 Big Air World Champion, Zara Hoogenraad. Zara won the GKA Grand Canaria event by landing the first ladies 'Boogie Double Loop'. Support the show: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com https://ko-fi.com/megapod Follow me: http://www.kitesurf365.com https://www.instagram.com/kitesurf365/…
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Welcome to the Blue Planet Show, where we’re recapping the 25th edition of the Molokai to Oahu race. This episode features Robert Stehlik, who recently won the 14-foot stock stand-up paddleboard (SUP) division. Robert is excited about his accomplishment, sharing insights into his experience during the challenging race. Robert starts by discussing h…
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Most of the video footage featured in the YouTube video was shot by Derek Hama while he was wing foil racing. We talk about the experience of foil racing from Maui to Molokai and the Molokai Molokai race the following day. The previous weekend we competed in the Paddle Imua race, which was the first race of the Koa Kai triple crown race series. The…
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This is a big podcast. We start off discussing the new Orbit Ultra from North Kiteboarding, and we hear from Marc Jacobs and Mike Raper. Then Jemima Crathorne answers some questions from Marseille, France on the latest news from the Olympics. Big Air Collection 2025 https://northactionsports.com/pages/big-air-rider-style Portrait: http://portraitki…
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Tom, tour manager of the GWA, joins us to recap: - The La Palma Youth World Cup (Surf-Freestyle, FreeFly-Slalom) - The Gran Canaria World Cup (Big Air) - The Fuerteventura World Cup (FreeFly-Slalom, Surf-Freestyle) - Double backflips, triple backflip combo's and more innovation moves - New Freefly-Slalom rules - and much more. Visit: https://www.wi…
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1006. We look at why the pronoun "I" seems to take plural verbs, and then we talk about a grammar topic that's in the news: how to make names that end in S (like Harris and Biles) possessive. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on WhatsApp, Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simpleca…
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On this episode of the Wing Life Show, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Their first foiling experiences, good and bad! Learning behind a boat or jetski The importance of taking it slow and being patient when learning how to foil Starting on your knees Progressively learning how to shift your weight forward and back to control the foil Experimenting…
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Adrian forces Colin to record at 6 a.m. from Bristol Airport, where we discuss the exciting giveaway for the Jetto's Road To The Double Loop finale. We also hear from IKA CEO Markus Schwendtner and discuss the Olympics. Win a 6m Orbit Here: https://northactionsports.com/pages/event-general Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.c…
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On this episode Nadja joins us to talk about: Her intro into water sports and how she became a skilled coach An overview of the camps and clinics organized by Strut Kiteboarding How Strut Kiteboarding was created to provide comprehensive coaching and a supportive community for women in the sport and her role in the company The importance of creatin…
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1005. You asked, so I have a brief history of English from invading Germanic tribes to the Modern English era. We talk about Vikings, the Norman Conquest, the Black Death, the Tyndale Bible, the printing press, and more. | Share a recording of your familect story with me on Threads, Instagram, or Mastodon. | Edited transcript with links: https://gr…
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On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Learning all about handle 0 or the leading edge handle How to walk around with your wing How to turn your wing turn left, right and how to generate power Hand position on the handles Using fingertip pressure when learning And much more! Want to improve your skills, signup for our free Online Wing fo…
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Colin and Adrian give you their winners and losers for the GKA event in Grand Canaria, and we also provide updates on the fantasy winners. Aya Eiffel becomes the first person on Woo to kite the world's circumference. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/…
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1004. This week, Karen Yin, author of "The Conscious Style Guide," discusses the concept of conscious language and its importance in promoting equity and respect. We explore the differences between conscious language and political correctness, the evolution of the singular "they," and how to navigate language change. Karen also shares insights on a…
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Hugo Marin joins us from his home in France to talk about: His upcoming trip to Chicama, Peru His favourite wing foiling spots include Tahiti, Mauritius, and Cape Verde. Travelling to different foiling spots can be affordable, especially if you are open to camping or finding budget accommodations. Giving back to local communities when visiting foil…
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1003. This week, we look at zero — what a weird number! It has two plurals, sometimes you use the word and sometimes you use the numeral, and it gave rise to a bunch of idioms in the World War II era. Then we turn our attention to email. Generational differences can lead to misunderstandings. We explain why and how to avoid them. | Edited transcrip…
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Adrian and Colin wrap up the final stop of the GKA Big Air World Tour. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/colin_colin_carroll/ https://www.instagram.com/kitesurf365/Af Kitesurf365 | The Megapod
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On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: How we learned to Wing Foil and our experiences Importance of mastering the basics and learning how to wing on your knees before standing Mastering the foil and tips on how we learned Importance of asking your community for wind/safety tips before going out on the water Importance of doing safety as…
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1002. This week, Mignon talks with author Martha Brockenbrough about the good and bad sides of using artificial intelligence for writing and education, including ethical concerns about using AI-generated content, strategies for teaching writing in the age of AI, and the potential effects on teachers' jobs. Martha's new book, "Future Tense": https:/…
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Laure Rudolph and Michael Näf join us on the show to talk about: - Their intro into wind sports (from Windsurfing to Wing Foiling) - Living in Switzerland and the many lakes to explore - Product development at Ensis - Helping youth access the sport - Wing Foil Camping adventures in their family van - And much more. Visit: https://www.instagram.com/…
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1001. This week, we explore the often-overlooked rules for ordering adjectives in English and when to use commas between them. Then, spurred by a recent shout-out at a Taylor Swift concert in Australia, we look at the rise of the phrase "yeah-nah" (and its American cousin "yeah-no"). | Edited transcript with links: https://grammar-girl.simplecast.c…
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On the 23rd of May, Lucas was snorkeling with friends and Family in the Turks and Caicos when he was attacked by a shark. This is his story. Support Lucas: https://gofund.me/6a2f15d0 Support the show: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com https://ko-fi.com/megapod Follow me: http://www.kitesurf365.com https://www.instagram.com/kitesur…
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Andrea Principi has withdrawn from the final stop of the 2024 World Championships. Colin and Adrian discuss the impact this will have on the final competition. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Flysurfer: https://flysurfer.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/colin_colin_carroll/ htt…
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On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: Why you should consider taking lessons to learn how to wing foil What makes wing foiling hard to learn on your own What should you bring to your first lesson What is usually included and provided by a school A general overview of what is included in your first lesson And much more. Signup for our on…
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In today's episode, Colin, and Adrian preview GKA Grand Canaria. We pick our fantasy teams, and we also hear part 2 of the Core Pace designer Frank Ilfrich. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Flysurfer: https://flysurfer.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/colin_colin_carroll/ https:…
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1000. In this special 1000th episode, I take the hot seat to answer your questions. Hear what made the first year of the podcast so wild, what I wish I had done differently, what mistakes I still make, how I still find fresh topics after all these years, and the title of my secret dream show (hint: it involves penguins!). It's a celebration of lang…
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Xavi is a 16-year-old pro-wing foiler from Tarifa, Spain. He joins us to talk about: Learning how to Kite surf at the age of 7 Entering the competitive scene and achieving success in various competitions at age 15/16. How video analysis plays a crucial role in improving skills and identifying areas for improvement. How he manages school, friends, a…
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999. This week, we look at what shaped early American English, from Native American words to Noah Webster's spelling reforms. Then, we explore phrasal verbs, looking at their grammatical peculiarities and some tips to distinguish them from other types of verbs. The "American English" segment was written by Valerie Fridland, a professor of linguisti…
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On today's episode, I'm joined by Pippa Van Iersel, she is one of the favourites for the GKA World Championship. I talked to Pippa a week out from the final stop in Grand Canaria. We talked about her training and preparation for the final Big Air stop. Support the show: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com https://ko-fi.com/megapod F…
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On this episode, Gwen, Damien and Luc talk about: The importance of prioritizing safety Highlight some commonly used safety equipment Why you should pace yourself and take breaks when learning Why you should familiarize yourself with and test out your safety gear Importance of learning how to check forecasts Importance of building your wind knowled…
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In today's episode, Colin and Adrian discuss the new Pace Pro, we hear from Frank Ilfrich, the Pace Designer, and discuss Fantasy Kite for the upcoming Grand Canaria event. Portrait: http://portraitkite.com https://www.fantasykite.com Flysurfer: https://flysurfer.com Woo Sports: https://woosports.com Follow us: https://www.instagram.com/colin_colin…
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998. This week, I talked with Samantha and Greg Enslen, who recently purchased their hometown newspaper, the "Tippecanoe Gazette" in Tipp City, Ohio. Sam and Greg shared how they are making it work, from updating antiquated systems to expanding news coverage and readership. We also discussed balancing print and digital content, the challenges of ad…
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Joe, the founder of Flymount, joins us from his office to talk about: - How they got started in 2006 - Initial designs, production & testing - What materials are used - What is coming next - And more. Visit: www.flymount.com (00:00) - - Introduction and Background (02:59) - - The Early Days of Flymount (10:27) - - The Importance of Video Footage in…
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997. This week, I help you learn (and remember!) the difference between "which" and "that" with practical tips and examples about cupcakes. Then, we take a linguistic stroll through walking-related terms, including "perambulate," "sashay," and "traipse." The "words for walking" segment was written by Michaela Dunn, a Wyoming-based editor and publis…
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In today's emergency episode, Colin and Adrian break down the big news regarding the announcement of Ralf Groesel as F-ONE's new kite designer. F-ONE Video we mentioned: https://youtu.be/F8S6dri4Jvs?si=awvkBZhtRcGgnd_9 https://youtu.be/GnaXDWF_2S4?si=1LoHyG6Pcah5K4mq Portrait: http://portraitkite.com F-ONE: https://www.f-one.world Woo Sports: https…
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On today's episode, I'm joined by Jamie Overbeek, the top seed and one of the favourites for the GKA World Championship. I talked to Jamie just weeks out from the final stop in Grand Canaria. We talked about his training and preparation for the final GKA event. Support the show: https://www.portraitkite.com/ https://ko-fi.com/megapod Follow me: htt…
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