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Echocast RadioE02: Beyond the Glory - Oscar ChalupskyToday, we are joined by a true legend — not just in the world of sport, but in life itself. John Walland sits down with the unstoppable Oscar Chalupsky, a 12-time World Champion in surfski kayaking, global motivational speaker, and an inspiring cancer warrior. Known for his unwavering determination, boundless energy, and zest for life, Oscar shares his powerful journey — from dominating the waves to battling cancer with the same grit and spirit that made him a champion.
In this conversation, Oscar opens up about his relentless commitment to exercise, the mindset that fuels both his victories and his resi...2025-04-2459 min
The Ridiculously Human PodcastHugh Wahla, Ex-CEO Conran Shop and Life Purpose CoachHugh Wahla has certainly lived an extraordinary life. He has experienced atrocities you would not wish on your worst enemy. Losing his Mom in a tragic accident and being sent to Pakistan to live as a 6 years old, taught him harsh realities and early life lessons. It also forged a belief system that helped him navigate life’s challenges and allowed him to excel in his career. While serving as CEO for a Globally recognised brand, he was introduced to the concept of ‘Productive Working Life’ which played a role in decidin...2025-04-231h 04
GROOTfm 90.5#SlatDieSport - 3 AprilOscar Chalupsky deel ’n baie kragtige getuienis oor sy kankerdiagnose en hoe hy steeds sy passie vir sport uitleef. Arnold gesels met sports joernalis Micheal Vlismis oor die huidige stans van Suid Afrikaanse gholf.2025-04-0341 min#SlatDieSport met Stephen en Arnold#SlatDieSport - 3 AprilOscar Chalupsky deel ’n baie kragtige getuienis oor sy kankerdiagnose en hoe hy steeds sy passie vir sport uitleef. Arnold gesels met sports joernalis Micheal Vlismis oor die huidige stans van Suid Afrikaanse gholf.2025-04-0341 min
BizNews RadioBNC#7: Cancer warrior Oscar Chalupsky – "Seize every day": Lessons on resilience, mindset, and living with purposeAt BNC#7 in Hermanus, legendary waterman Oscar Chalupsky captivated the audience with his remarkable journey—one of resilience, reinvention, and relentless determination. The 12-time World Surfski Champion shared how he defied the odds, battling an incurable cancer diagnosis with the same mindset that propelled him to sporting greatness. With humour and hard-hitting truths, Chalupsky’s story is a masterclass in perseverance, proving that passion and mental strength can overcome even the toughest obstacles.
Following his powerful keynote, Chalupsky engaged in an inspiring and insightful Q&A session with BizNews founder Alec Hogg, diving deeper into his philosophy on resi...2025-03-2657 min
The Incredible MachinesNo Retreat, No Surrender: Oscar ChalupskyWelcome to another powerful episode of The Incredible Machines Podcast!In Episode 14, hosts Jon Oliff and Luke Holden sit down with Oscar Chalupsky, a world champion paddler, Olympian, and endurance athlete, to discuss his unbreakable mindset, defying the odds, and what it takes to achieve sustained success.From winning his first world championship at 15 to competing at the highest levels well into his sixties, Oscar’s relentless drive, mental toughness, and "no excuses" philosophy set him apart as one of the most formidable athletes of our time.In this episode, Oscar shares his experiences of pushing li...2025-03-181h 12
The Being Human PodcastBonus: From world cup winners to workplace wisdomIn this bonus retrospective episode, Amelia and Jez reflect on highlights from their second series, offering listeners a taste of the profound and inspiring stories shared. They revisit conversations with guests like Rachael Burford, Clarke Reynolds, and Hannah Ubl, exploring themes of perseverance, inspiration, and generational understanding. The episode touches on the power of music with Jonathan Tang, social change and inclusion with Tiernan Brady, and redefining rest with Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith. Mel Greblo's journey from personal loss to empowering women, Oscar Chalupsky's lessons on resilience, and Jeremy Sturt's insights on the importance of play in business round out the...2025-01-0820 min
Joint Dynamics - Intelligent Movement SeriesEpisode 116 - Prostate Cancer & Patting the Shark with Tim BakerSend us a textTim Baker was living the dream. A best-selling and award-winning surf writer with a beautiful family, a lifetime of exotic travel and a home walking distance to quality waves. That all changed on July 7, 2015, when he was diagnosed, out of the blue, with stage 4, metastatic prostate cancer. So began a descent into the debilitating world of aggressive cancer treatments and Tim’s ongoing relationship with cancer that began as a fight for a survival as brutal as any big wave hold down, that evolved into an inspiring mindset (inspired by his good mate fo...2025-01-061h 30Joint Dynamics - Intelligent Movement SeriesEPISODE 114 - SEAN RICE. IT TAKES A VILLAGE TO RAISE A WORLD CHAMPIONSend us a textSean Rice, a two-time Surfski World Champion and winner of countless international races over a 12-year career, has excelled across multiple kayaking disciplines, including surf lifesaving, sprint, and marathon kayaking. Known for his resilience, skill, and drive, Sean has dominated ocean racing while consistently pushing the boundaries in competitive paddling. Beyond his sporting success, Sean has transitioned into the professional world with an eventful career in sports marketing and most recently an entrepreneurial journey with Deepsink, a venture agency focused on carbon removal in sustainability. I...2024-11-251h 17
The Dan Nicholl ShowDan & Oscar ChalupskySix years after doctors gave him just months to live, Oscar Chalupsky continues to take on cancer with the same drive and determination that made him one of South Africa’s greatest athletes.2024-10-3137 minJoint Dynamics - Intelligent Movement SeriesEpisode 112 - Cancer Warrior Oscar Chalupsky No retreat, no surrender, the sequelSend us a textOn 25 November 2019, a day before his wife Clare’s 60th birthday, South African Waterman Oscar Chalupsky – Corporate Speaker was diagnosed with cancer. He later found out it was an incurable bone marrow cancer, Mulitple Myeloma. Oscar was told he had six months to live. But as with everything else Oscar does, he is determined to emerge victorious. He continues to paddle kayaks, play golf, and with a combination of medical treatment, exercise, iron determination and unconquerable optimism, he has defied every doctor’s prediction to date.I...2024-10-281h 31The Being Human PodcastResilience: How should we embrace life's challenges?Amelia and Jez explore Resilience. How can we bounce back from what life throws at us? And how can we best prepare for what's to come? They are joined by Oscar Chalupsky, legendary South African paddler and water sports athlete with a career spanning over three decades. Oscar is currently facing a battle with cancer, which he approaches with the same determination that shaped his sporting career. Oscar tells stories of successes, of which there are many, and failures, of which there are fewer, with vulnerability and humour, sharing his insights on how he remains positive and resilient to anything...2024-10-2543 min
That Guy Productions: From the Board Room to the Locker RoomThat Guy Productions: From the Board Room to Room to the Locker Room Live Audio Sports Podcast hosted by Louis KarpasLouis Karpas chatted to paddler, canoeist, author, and motivational speaker Oscar Chalupsky about his health, what will Team South Africa correct what didn’t work as Team South Africa will be preparing for the 2028 Los Angelos Summer Olympic Games with South African Minister of Sports, Arts & Culture Gayton McKenzie. 2024-08-0125 min
Dr. Shawn Baker PodcastKayaking Champ Starves Cancer With Meat | Dr. Shawn Baker & Oscar ChalupskyOscar is a 12-time world Kayaking champion, with an impressive career spanning nearly three decades. He won his first world championship at the young age of 20 and his 12th title at 49, demonstrating remarkable longevity in his sport. This extended period of excellence showcases Oscar's dedication, skill, and ability to maintain peak performance over time. Despite his athletic achievements, Oscar faces a significant personal challenge. He has been diagnosed with an incurable form of bone marrow cancer known as Multiple Myeloma. Throughout his battle with this disease, Oscar has reached stage 4 on three separate occasions, highlighting the severity...2024-07-1951 min
Pro Mindset® Podcast“Practice Makes Permanence” - Oscar Chalupsky, 12x World Champion Paddler & Cancer WarriorOn this week’s installment of Pro Mindset® Podcast host and veteran NFL agent welcomes a true champion, Oscar Chalupsky. Oscar is a 12-time world champion rower and a cancer warrior. Oscar and Craig discuss what it takes to win and how Oscar won world championships and beat cancer. They discuss the drive to compete and win, the fuel for success, setting goals, and finding balance. They also cover Oscar’s book No Retreat, No Surrender. In this book he talks about the belief that nothing is impossible, the power of visu...2024-03-2055 min
That Guy Productions: From the Board Room to the Locker RoomThat Guy Productions: From the Board Room to the Locker Room Live Audio Sports Podcast hosted by Louis KarpasLouis Karpas interviewed South African Sportsmen Oscar Chalupsky about his fight against cancer, his positive attitude to life and the 2024 Dusi Canoe Marathon.2024-01-3027 min
Life's A BeachEp 134- Oscar ChalupskyHello everyone and welcome back to Life's a Beach! To kick off 2024, Hoppo has ocean paddling legend Oscar Chalupsky in the beach shack to talk about his childhood and career. He goes on to tell us about his interesting experiences, including competing in the Olympics and meeting Nelson Mandela. For all things Life's a Beach, visit our site at https://www.lifesabeach.co/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifesabeachau/?hl=enSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.2024-01-2858 minJoint Dynamics - Intelligent Movement SeriesEpisode 90 - Sport Australia Hall of fame & Olympic Gold medal winning athlete Clint RobinsonSend us a textClint Robinson Performance & Excellence – Training is regarded as the greatest competitor in the history of Surf Lifesaving. He has won Australian titles in the ski and board races and also won the board rescue, board relay, double ski, ski relay and taplin relay, all with the one Club, Maroochydore, where he joined at 6 years old. But it is his 13 open age individual Single Ski titles that allow him stand alone as the most successful individual in any event in the sports history, with fellow Australian Ky Hurst second on 10 for his...2023-12-251h 02
Portugal - The Simple LifeA World Champion in PortugalOscar Chalupsky is a 12 x world champion, a cancer survivor and a book author, originally from South Africa but living in Portugal for the last 8 years. Oscar shares some of his story and why he chooses to call Portugal his home, talking about amongst other things, food, wine, safety, nature, accessibility to water sports, health care and what he loves about living the simple life. FOLLOW OUR GUEST:Oscar on all social media: https://linktr.ee/oscarchalupsky ABOUT PORTUGAL THE SIMPLE LIFE PODCAST: "Por...2023-11-2047 minThe Ridiculously Human PodcastOscar Chalupsky, Multiple World Surfski Champion, Cancer WarriorFew people have the mental strength and positive outlook on life like Oscar Chalupsky. We can all do ourselves a favour and take a leaf out of his book. His sporting prowess is comparable to many greats in sport. He is a multiple-times global surfski champion, having won the internationally famous Molokai to Oahu World Surfski Marathon championships a record twelve times. In 2019, he was diagnosed with multiple myeloma, an incurable bone marrow cancer and told he had six months to live. A combination of medical treatment, exercise, iron determination and unconquerable optimism, he has...2023-10-011h 25Joint Dynamics - Intelligent Movement SeriesEpisode 79 with Hank McGregor - Hurt, Pain, then Agony. Principles on training, competing, managing pressure, and “finding the way home” from a multiple times world champion.Send us a textWinning a world championship is an experience only an elite few will ever know. Winning ten is so far beyond what (nearly) all of us could ever imagine it may as well come under the category of “a miracle”.Meet South African Waterman Hank McGregor . Hank is one of the most successful canoe marathon paddlers of all time with a total of 10 world championship Gold Medals. He was crowned the 2014 Male sportsman global paddler of the year, and has won the Molokai, Hawaii World Ocean surf ski Championship four times!In...2023-07-241h 44Joint Dynamics - Intelligent Movement SeriesEpisode 76 - No retreat & No surrender with Oscar ChalupskySend us a textMeet Oscar Chalupsky…..12 times world champion, Olympian, Top 10 finalist Sportsman of the decade in 1990 (Gary Player won), Author of ‘No Retreat, No Surrender’, Cancer warrior, inventor, fierce (FIERCE!) competitor, business man, and parent.This description only begins to encapsulate South African Waterman Oscar. Here he chats with Andrew on a life of playing at the upper echelons of what is possible for human performance. He candidly chats about his competitive life, rivalries with Aussie legends Grant Kenny, and Clint Robinson, why after a 7 year hiatus he returned to win his rec...2023-06-1252 min
Legends with BevoSports Legends with Bevo - Ep #20 - Oscar ChalupskyIt was an absolute joy to have a chat again with the inspirational and genuine good guy and 12 time World Surf Ski champion Coach Oscar Chalupsky.
We spoke about how Oscar stays so positive despite going through some tough times with bone cancer and advice he has for others going through difficult challenges, how he first got into surf skiing and why competing for South Africa at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics was extra special.Oscar has a new book out called 'No Retreat, No Surrender: The Inspiring Story of a World-Champion Sportsman and Cancer Warrior' which you can...2023-05-0821 min
Legends with BevoSports Legends with Bevo - Ep #20 - Oscar ChalupskyIt was an absolute joy to have a chat again with the inspirational and genuine good guy and 12 time World Surf Ski champion Coach Oscar Chalupsky.
We spoke about how Oscar stays so positive despite going through some tough times with bone cancer and advice he has for others going through difficult challenges, how he first got into surf skiing and why competing for South Africa at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics was extra special.Oscar has a new book out called 'No Retreat, No Surrender: The Inspiring Story of a World-Champion Sportsman and Cancer Warrior' which you can...2023-05-0821 min
Auscast SportSports Legends with Bevo - Ep #20 - Oscar ChalupskyIt was an absolute joy to have a chat again with the inspirational and genuine good guy and 12 time World Surf Ski champion Coach Oscar Chalupsky. We spoke about how Oscar stays so positive despite going through some tough times with bone cancer and advice he has for others going through difficult challenges, how he first got into surf skiing and why competing for South Africa at the 1992 Barcelona Olympics was extra special.Oscar has a new book out called 'No Retreat, No Surrender: The Inspiring Story of a World-Champion Sportsman and Cancer Warrior' which you can...2023-05-0821 min#SlatDieSport met Stephen en Arnold#SlatDieSport 23 Februarie 2023 - Oscar ChalupskyJacques Erasmus en Arnold Geerdts het met Oscar Chalupsky gesels oor sy boek en loopbaan, asook ander opkomende sport gebeure waarna jy kan uitsien. Luister gerus weer hier as jy dit gemis het!2023-02-2341 min
That Guy Productions: From the Board Room to the Locker RoomFrom the Board Room to the Locker Room Live Sports Podcast Series Hosted by Louis KarpasLouis Karpas interviewed World Ski Champion South African Oscar Chalupsky about his book No Retreat No Surender about his fight against cancer.2023-02-0120 min
That Guy Productions: From the Board Room to the Locker RoomFrom the Board Room to the Locker Room Live Sports Podcast Series Hosted by Louis KarpasLouis Karpas interviewed South African Canoeing and paddling legend Oscar Chalupsky, won world ski championships.2023-01-2426 min
Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 41: Breaking the Mould with Oscar ChalupskyWe’re back with our most frequent and popular podcast guest, the infamous Oscar Chalupsky. It’s always informative and exciting to catch up with Oscar and this podcast is not exception.
If you haven’t read Oscar’s book, order it now, it is an absolute must read. If you’re like me, you won’t put it down until it is finished. I’ve known Oscar for 10 years, but reading this book, I realized there is still a lot I don’t know. Oscar has led an action packed life and this book is his best attempt to...2022-12-091h 09
tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 40: Breaking the Mould with Oscar Chalupsky We're back with our most frequent and popular podcast guest, the infamous Oscar Chalupsky. It's always informative and exciting to catch up with Oscar and this podcast is not exception. If you haven't read Oscar's book, order it now, it is an absolute must read. If you're like me, you won't put it down until it is finished. I've known Oscar for 10 years, but reading this book, I realized there is still a lot I don't know. Oscar has led an action packed life and this book is his best attempt to tell...2022-12-091h 09
The Paddler's PodEpisode 43 - Our First Live ShowIt's been a long-held dream... but The Paddler's Pod has gone LIVE for the very first time!
Sam & Macca took to the stage at the Shaw and Partners WA Race Week, backed by some pretty heavy-hitters. Jemma Smith, Cory Hill, Dean Gardiner and our patron Oscar Chalupsky all jump on stage with pretty hilarious results.
A huge thank you to Shaw and Partners and Oceanpaddler for making this possible, and above all else, our listeners for turning up. 2022-11-2056 min
Joseph Jaffe is Not FamousNo Retreat, No Surrender with Oscar ChalupskyChampion paddler Oscar Chalupsky has seen off some tough opponents over the years, but his latest one is the toughest yet: cancer.Join me at 1pm EST today when I welcome the 12-Time World Sea-Kayaking Champion & Cancer Warrior, Oscar Chalupsky as we discuss his book, “No Retreat, No Surrender” and “what’s good” about cancer…Watch full episodes at youtube.com/c/josephjaffeisnotfamous. Subscribe at bit.ly/subscribetotheshow-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Today’s show is sponsored by Alpha Collective, a premium community that helps corporates and degens partner and win at the business of Web3. You c...2022-10-131h 04The Paddler's PodEpisode 34 - The Pin-Up Boys, World's Richest Race, Lifejacket Losers and Andy Birkett!The boys are back down under and straight back to work after a huge trip to the Gorge.
They're not alone - Oscar Chalupsky is an author, the WA Race Week has put up $260,000 and Sydney surfski paddlers have been given a safety serve... there's plenty doing!
Sam also checked in with canoe marathon champion Andy Birkett and chatted about his transition to the holy world of surfski.
This episode of The Paddler's Pod is powered by Mocke Paddling!2022-08-2754 min
DL LINK2022.08.04 – Oscar Chalupsky, world-champion sportsman and cancer warrior – No retreat, no surrender (new book from penguin random house)2022-08-0425 min
Living with CancerEpisode 12 - Oscar Chalupsky - Olympian and former World Surfski Champion - Multiple MyelomaAn interview with Oscar who was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma in 2019, shares his journey, fears and how he continues to keep his fight spirit in all he does. Determination, his competitive nature and disciplined approach to life (exercise, fasting and positive attitude) has carried Oscar through many hours of chemotherapy and radiation. Oscar's is a voice for cancer and believes cancer is not a death sentence! A true inspiration for us all!
"Success in the sports world started early for Oscar. He started competing internationally at age 14; made the National Surf Lifesaving Team at age 15; was the fir...2022-05-0137 min
Lessons From The World's Best11. Oscar Chalupsky: A Very Rare BreedMultiple International athlete and World Champion Oscar Chalupsky is a once-in-a-lifetime high-performance machine. Few will ever be like him, but almost all of us can learn some valuable lessons from the man.
Whilst still at school, he played South African schools water polo, was a springbok lifesaver, became the youngest Springbok canoeist, played provincial schools rugby, was the South African Iron Man champion, and South African ocean kayak champion.
He went on to become 12 times World Champion paddle ski or ocean kayak champion, winning his 12th title at the age of 49, 29 years after winning it...2022-04-151h 15
The Paddler's PodEpisode 19 - Epic Adventures, Uncharted Territories, Iconic Contributors & Tommy Norton!It's a round-the-world trip on this episode of The Paddler's Pod!
The boys place 'Dougal's Epic Adventure' in the spotlight as he crosses Europe, head to Brazil with the great Oscar Chalupsky and cover off racing in Ireland and down under in Australia.
After a LOT of wrangling, Tom Norton finally jumps on for a chat with Sam & Macca, covering off his incredible season, his Tasmanian upbringing and a few classic memories from the past.
This episode of The Paddler's Pod is powered by Mocke Paddling!2021-10-2958 min
Legends with BevoThe Road to Tokyo - Ep #2 - Oscar Chalupsky - What it’s really like inside the Olympic Village!Oscar Chalupsky has one heck of a story and it was a thrill to chat with him on the Road to Tokyo.
We spoke about the inner sanctum of the Olympic Village, including meeting his idols and water bomb fights as well as Oscar's amazing achievement of winning his 12th world Surfski title at the ripe age of 49, twenty years after winning his first.
Oscar also discussed the toll on your body that comes with qualifying for the Olympics, the thrill of competing for his country and the challenges that came with it.
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Auscast SportThe Road to Tokyo - Ep #2 - Oscar Chalupsky - What it's really like inside the Olympic Village!Oscar Chalupsky has one heck of a story and it was a thrill to chat with him on the Road to Tokyo. We spoke about the inner sanctum of the Olympic Village, including meeting his idols and water bomb fights as well as Oscar's amazing achievement of winning his 12th world Surfski title at the ripe age of 49, twenty years after winning his first. Oscar also discussed the toll on your body that comes with qualifying for the Olympics, the thrill of competing for his country and the challenges that came with it. ...2021-05-1822 minThe Road To TokyoThe Road to Tokyo - Ep #2 - Oscar Chalupsky - What it's really like inside the Olympic Village!Oscar Chalupsky has one heck of a story and it was a thrill to chat with him on the Road to Tokyo. We spoke about the inner sanctum of the Olympic Village, including meeting his idols and water bomb fights as well as Oscar's amazing achievement of winning his 12th world Surfski title at the ripe age of 49, twenty years after winning his first. Oscar also discussed the toll on your body that comes with qualifying for the Olympics, the thrill of competing for his country and the challenges that came with it. ...2021-05-1822 min
Legends with BevoThe Road to Tokyo - Ep #2 - Oscar Chalupsky - What it's really like inside the Olympic Village!Oscar Chalupsky has one heck of a story and it was a thrill to chat with him on the Road to Tokyo.
We spoke about the inner sanctum of the Olympic Village, including meeting his idols and water bomb fights as well as Oscar's amazing achievement of winning his 12th world Surfski title at the ripe age of 49, twenty years after winning his first.
Oscar also discussed the toll on your body that comes with qualifying for the Olympics, the thrill of competing for his country and the challenges that came with it.
...2021-05-1822 minPeak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 34: Exploring Cape Town and Durbin Downwind Routes with Oscar ChalupskyIt has been a long hiatus, but the Peak Paddle Performance Podcast is back in action. We’re going to try out a new format where we find paddlers enthusiastic about sharing their local downwind routes for the world to see. We’ll record via a Zoom meeting with screen share where the guest can walk us through a map view of the paddling hot spots as we geek out on all the wind and wave nuance they’ve discovered. Additionally we want to collaborate with and cross reference the great work being done by Lizelle Kemp and her team a...2021-04-281h 19tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 34: Exploring Cape Town and Durban Downwind Routes with Oscar ChalupskyIt has been a long hiatus, but the Peak Paddle Performance Podcast is back in action. We're going to try out a new format where we find paddlers enthusiastic about sharing their local downwind routes for the world to see. We'll record via a Zoom meeting with screen share where the guest can walk us through a map view of the paddling hot spots as we geek out on all the wind and wave nuance they've discovered In this first episode, we start with the legendary Oscar Chalupsky as he walks us through the iconic Millers Run...2021-04-271h 19
The Self Made Mind PodcastEP001 - Fighting an Incurable Cancer with a Champion’s Mindset with Former Olympian Oscar ChalupskyOUR FIRST EVER EPISODE!!
Let the journey begin.. Oscar Chalupsky is a South African paddler. He was South Africa's team captain at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona where he competed in K-4 1000 m event, reaching the semi-finals. He is also a 12 time World Surfski Champion - his latest win (2012) coming at the age of 49, 29 years after his first win.
Oscar now faces the biggest battle of his life in the form of an incurable bone marrow cancer, His mindset and positivity is simply admirable and we can't wait for you all to listen to the episode.
Follow Oscar here > Oscar Chal...2020-12-151h 00
MyKayakCoachOscar Chalupsky Ocean paddling champion.Oscar Chalupsky (born 1 March 1963) is a South African paddler. He was South Africa's team captain at the 1992 Summer Olympics in Barcelona where he competed in K-4 1000 m event, reaching the semi-finals. He is also a 12 time World Surfski Champion - his latest win (2012) coming at the age of 49, 29 years after his first win.
He attended Westville Boys' High School in Durban, South Africa. In 1979 he became the youngest ever South African to represent his country in life-saving. In his final year at school, 1980, he represented Natal at Craven Week Rugby, received South African colours for water polo and life-saving, a...2020-08-101h 10The Paddler's PodEpisode 4 - Big waves, Big wind and 'The Big O' Oscar Chalupsky!It's The Paddler Pod's BIGGEST episode yet.
Huge swell and pumping downwinds dominate the Power Plays countdown, while the boys also discuss the WA Race Week cancellation as well as the inaugural Joe Glickman Award.
They then go toe-to-toe with the voice and patron of The Paddler's Pod, Oscar Chalupsky! The Big O talks us through his cancer battle, his plan to get back in the surfski and even shares a few hilarious stories along the way.2020-08-051h 25
The Coach Chalupsky PodcastOscar's Free Lesson Number FourYoutube video available here for the technique session of this episodehttps://www.coachchalupsky.com/videos/oscars-club-live-chat-free-lesson-4Remember Oscar's number one advice: Techniques is what makes you go faster, so practice your technique.To get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club herehttps://www.coachchalupsky.com/signupGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series herehttps://www.coachchalupsky.com/free-video-seriesOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2020-04-1658 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastOscar's Free Lesson Number ThreeYoutube video available here for the technique session of this episodehttps://www.coachchalupsky.com/videos/oscars-club-live-chat-free-lesson-threeRemember Oscar's number one advice: Techniques is what makes you go faster, so practice your technique.To get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club herehttps://www.coachchalupsky.com/signupGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series herehttps://www.coachchalupsky.com/free-video-seriesOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2020-04-0959 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastStaying Fit and Healthy During Lock-down + The Basics of PaddlingThis week, Oscar is back to give an update on his first week of being under lockdown, provides his book recommendations and goes back to teaching the basics of paddling and answers your questions.Oscar's lockdown tips and book recommendations this week: Be sure you're educating yourself on how to eat properly because it's very easy to stay home and eat non-stop. Spend your time educating yourself or reading about proper diet. One of the books you should read is Real Food on Trial: How the Diet Dictators Tried to Destroy a Top Scientist by Marika S...2020-04-0259 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastCOVID-19 Lockdown and Live Paddling Q & AOscar is back and ready to take on the world, in spite of his circumstance or Covid-19. In fact, he's got some recommendations to keep yourself busy under lockdown and will be answering all your paddling questions and goes back to teaching the basics.This week's Recommended Reads by Oscar:Unbroken - by Laura HillenbrandBoys on a Boat - by Daniel James Brown21 Day Lockdown suggestions- make the most of it- don't eat too much- watch a little TV- communicate with your loved...2020-03-2556 min
World Paddle PodcastEpisode 1: Oscar ChalupskyOn this episode we interview paddling great Oscar Chalupsky from isolation in Cape Town. We find out about his immense history in paddling, his current health battles and what interview with Oscar would be complete without asking him how to go faster downwind.2020-03-2500 min
BOOTHCASTBOOTHCAST 7 - Oscar Chalupsky (12x Molokai to Oahu Champion)Really enjoyed this one! Had a 90min chat with Oscar Chalupsky who's a man synonymous with ocean paddling around the world! We chat about his current cancer battle, Covid-19, the importance of strong relationships and being mentaly strong, Molokai, Apartheid, Coaching, The Doctor, Kayaking, Surf Life Saving, Water polo, Bodyboarding, you name it its in there. We walk through Oscars life of ups and downs and there's a lot to learn from the him! Enjoy
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Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/boothcast/support2020-03-241h 29The Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - From Sorrento BeachTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-11-2211 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - From PortugalTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-10-2818 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - Impromptu Video From Cape TownTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-10-1510 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - World Champs DebriefTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-09-1723 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - From World Champs In FranceTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-09-0628 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - The DoctorTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-08-2435 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive From Portugal - Sella DescentTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-08-0933 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive From Germany - Leg LengthTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-07-2527 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - Preparing For Nelo Summer ChallengeTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-07-0533 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - Keto and Intermittent FastingTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-06-2634 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive Chat - From Lake MichiganTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-06-1532 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive From Portugal - Nelo Factory TourTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-06-0630 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastAfter the MolokaiTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-05-3029 minThe Coach Chalupsky PodcastLive from Hawaii - Preparing for the MolokaiTo get access to more than 50 technique and drill videos along with more than 25 training plans for all abilities signup to Oscar's club hereGet free access to one of Oscar's 5 part video series hereOr purchase Oscar's premium video series here.2019-05-2228 minPeak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 29: The Early Days of Surfski Racing with Oscar ChalupskyIn early December the guys @CarbonologySport shared some vintage footage of the 1983 Port Elizabeth to East London (PE2LE) 4 Day Stage Race. It generated a lot of intrigue on Facebook, and I thought it would be great to sit down with Oscar and have him walk us through what it was like to race surfskis on the open ocean almost 40 years ago. We spend a large portion of the discussion on the PE2LE. But in classic Oscar fashion we also cover a host of other entertaining and educational topics including but not limited to:
Oscar’s first co...2019-01-091h 00tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 29: Early Days of Racing with Oscar Chalupsky In early December the guys @CarbonologySport shared some vintage footage of the 1983 Port Elizabeth to East London (PE2LE) 4 Day Stage Race. It generated a lot of intrigue on Facebook, and I thought it would be great to sit down with Oscar and have him walk us through what it was like to race surfskis on the open ocean almost 40 years ago. We spend a large portion of the discussion on the PE2LE. But in classic Oscar fashion we also cover a host of other entertaining and educational topics including but not limited to: 2019-01-091h 00Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 28: 20 Years of ERG Experience with Erik BorgnesToday’s podcast guest is good friend and fellow Great Lakes paddler Erik Borgnes. Many of you may recognize Erik as the guy who has dominated the Chattajack 32 race for the past several years. He has also contributed several great blog posts to the surfski universe including boat reviews, technique analysis, experiments in dieting, and a treasure trove of information on ERG training, which is our focus topic in this podcast discussion.
It is always a great pleasure chatting with Erik and I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that without Erik this entire podcast woul...2018-12-051h 13tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 28: 20 Years of ERG Training with Erik BorgnesToday’s podcast guest is good friend and fellow Great Lakes paddler Erik Borgnes. Many of you may recognize Erik as the guy who has dominated the Chattajack 32 race for the past several years. He has also contributed several great blog posts to the surfski universe including boat reviews, technique analysis, experiments in dieting, and a treasure trove of information on ERG training, which is our focus topic in this podcast discussion. It is always a great pleasure chatting with Erik and I would be remiss if I didn’t mention that without Erik this entire podcast woul...2018-12-041h 13Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 27: Safety in Extreme Conditions With Rob MousleyIn this podcast episode we chat all things safety in extreme conditions with Rob Mousley. Rob founded surfski.info based out of Cape Town SA, which is well known as the de-facto global website for surfski information. It is probably best known for the forums which provide an excellent global dialogue on all things surfski related. In addition to the forums there are boat reviews, race reports, and most relevant to our discussion today, many excellent articles on safety.
For the last decade, Rob has been very involved in the pursuit of safety in extreme conditions. He has worked...2018-09-271h 43tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 027: Safety In Extreme Conditions With Rob MousleyIn this podcast episode we chat all things safety in extreme conditions with Rob Mousley. Rob founded surfski.info based out of Cape Town SA, which is well known as the de-facto global website for surfski information. It is probably best known for the forums which provide an excellent global dialogue on all things surfski related. In addition to the forums there are boat reviews, race reports, and most relevant to our discussion today, many excellent articles on safety. For the last decade, Rob has been very involved in the pursuit of safety in extreme conditions. He has worked...2018-09-271h 43Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 22: Oscar Chalupsky Provides a Recap of the ICF World Surfski ChampionshipIn this podcast we catch up with Oscar to get a front row view of the racing at the ICF World Surfski Championships in Hong Kong (check out the link for great live footage) and the infamous Doctor downwind race in Perth, Australia.
This is a relatively short podcast at just over 30 minutes, but as usual, it is always very informative to catch up with Oscar and get his perspective on the racing and the conditions. Beyond just the race discussion, I jumped at the opportunity to pick his brain for some tips and tricks to successfully pad...2017-12-0537 mintcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 022: Oscar Chalupsky Provides a Recap of the ICF World Surfski ChampionshipIn this podcast we catch up with Oscar to get a front row view of the racing at the ICF World Surfski Championships in Hong Kong (i.e The Dragon Run) and the infamous Doctor downwind race in Perth, Australia. This is a relatively short podcast at just over 30 minutes, but as usual, it is always very informative to catch up with Oscar and get his perspective on the racing and the conditions. Beyond just the race discussion, I jumped at the opportunity to pick his brain for some tips and tricks to successfully paddling a tandem dow...2017-12-0537 minPeak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 21: Gorge Downwind Champs with Carter Johnson2018 Gorge Downwind Champs Registration Opens Nov 1st
In today’s podcast we welcome back Carter Johnson, the affable and infamous creator and director of the Gorge Downwind Champs. In this casual chat we recap highlights from the 2017 Gorge Festival and discuss lessons learned and improvement plans for the 2018 event.
If you’ve been to the Gorge, then you know what its all about, and I’m certain you’ll be excited to hear from Carter about the plans for 2018. If you have not yet experienced the Gorge Downwind Champs I highly recommend listening to this podcast to...2017-10-2044 minPeak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 18: Surfski 600 Revealed with Boyan ZIn today’s podcast we catch up with Boyan Zlatarev of the Tarifa, Spain Surfski Center. Boyan recently executed a spoof on Social Media known as the Surfski 600 Project. The goal was to get the attention of the paddling community and ultimately drive a mindset shift into how we view the capabilities of boats that have traditionally been labeled as “beginner” craft.
While the feedback and support was overwhelmingly positive, there were some who were not thrilled with the spoof.
In this podcast we go deep to understand what was behind the inspiration and motivation for Boyan...2017-08-2443 mintcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 18 - Surfski 600 Revealed with Boyan ZIn today's podcast we catch up with Boyan Zlatarev of the Tarifa, Spain Surfski Center. Boyan recently executed a spoof on Social Media known as the Surfski 600 Project. The goal was to get the attention of the paddling community and ultimately drive a mindset shift into how we view the capabilities of boats that have traditionally been labeled as "beginner" craft. While the feedback and support was overwhelmingly positive, there were some who were not thrilled with the spoof. In this podcast we go deep to understand what was behind the inspiration and motivation for Boya...2017-08-2443 minPeak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 13: Training for the Gorge with Oscar ChalupskyIn this podcast I sit down with Oscar Chalupsky in his home in Porto Portugal on the last night of a three day visit. The primary focus of the discussion is for Oscar to provide coaching and guidance to prepare me to have the best race possible at the Gorge Downwind Champs in July. We certainly get into this discussion and Oscar provides some excellent and specific training guidelines for me to follow.
There was a bit of delay between recording this podcast and now getting it published, which gave me a chance to reflect more on the...2017-03-241h 01tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 13 - Gorge Training with Oscar ChalupskyWe recorded this podcast in Oscar's home in Porto Portugal on the last night of a three day visit. In this podcast I ask Oscar to coach me through the training necessary to perform my best racing at the Gorge Downwind Champs. We cover the following: A couple of minor technique tips that I need to make MAF Training method / concepts Drills for building downwind explosiveness Key downwind paddling skills that will be required at the Gorge Oscar's outlook for Molokai 2017 A little off topic, but I mention a podcast I recently heard with Mark Allen one of th...2017-03-241h 01Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 12: Innovation, Creativity, and Passion with Nelo CEO Andre SantosToday I sit down with Andre Santos CEO of Nelo Kayaks one of the world largest and leading manufacturers of performance kayaks. While Nelo is a relatively new brand to the US market, on the world stage it has been highly regarded for over a decade as the leading innovator and pioneer in building the boats that own the Olympic podium. In 2016 Nelo boats won over 75% of the sprint kayak medals in Rio. While Nelo has built a few surfskis over the years, they got very serious about expanding into surfskis when they brought on Oscar Chalupsky as CEO of N...2017-03-0948 mintcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 012 - Innovation, Creativity, and Passion with Nelo CEO Andre SantosToday I sit down with Andre Santos CEO of Nelo Kayaks one of the world largest and leading manufacturers of performance kayaks. While Nelo is a relatively new brand to the US market, on the world stage it has been highly regarded for over a decade as the leading innovator and pioneer in building the boats that own the Olympic podium. In 2016 Nelo boats won over 75% of the sprint kayak medals in Rio. While Nelo has built a few surfskis over the years, they got very serious about expanding into surfskis when they brought on Oscar Chalupsky as CEO of Nelo...2017-03-0948 minPeak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 010: Oscar Chalupsky talks AFib, Nelo, and DownwindToday we catch up with the legendary Oscar Chalupsky, just a week after he scared the world with a FB post of him in a hospital bed surrounded by nurses and doctors. In our discussion today, Oscar gives us the blow by blow detail leading up to his episode of Arterial Fibrillation. While the incident was not life threatening it was a serious wake up call that has forced Oscar to considerably cut back his alcohol consumption.
Beyond discussing A-Fib we also took this opportunity to catch up with Oscar on what is new at Nelo. Lots...2016-12-011h 23tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 10 - Oscar Chalupsky talks AFibToday we catch up with the infamous Oscar Chalupsky, just a week after he scared the world with a FB post of him in a hospital bed surrounded by nurses and doctors. In our discussion today, Oscar gives us the blow by blow detail leading up to his episode of Arterial Fibrillation. While the incident was not life threatening it was a serious wake up call that has forced Oscar to considerably cut back his alcohol consumption. Beyond discussing A-Fib we also took this opportunity to catch up with Oscar on what is new at Nelo. Lots...2016-12-011h 23Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 005: Master the art of downwind with Boyan ZHumility Makes the Ultimate Student, which in Turn Makes the Ultimate Coach
Today’s podcast guest is Boyan Zlatarev from Tarifa. One of the conditions for getting Boyan to come on the show was that I not embarrass him with flattery. So with that, I will just say this…
Boyan’s humility makes him the ultimate student. He approaches everything he does with an open mind and a mindset that there is always more to learn, this in turn, is the magic ingredient that makes Boyan such an incredible coach.
This is the longest podcas...2016-06-292h 05tcsurfski's podcastGoing Deep on Surfing Waves with Boyan Z from TarifaHumility Makes the Ultimate Student, which in Turn Makes the Ultimate Coach Today’s podcast guest is Boyan Zlatarev from Tarifa. One of the conditions for getting Boyan to come on the show was that I not embarrass him with flattery. So with that, I will just say this… Boyan’s humility makes him the ultimate student. He approaches everything he does with an open mind and a mindset that there is always more to learn, this in turn, is the magic ingredient that makes Boyan such an incredible coach. This is the longest podcast I’ve recorded yet, but it is p...2016-06-292h 05Peak Paddle Performance PodcastPPP Episode 02: Challenging Conventional Wisdom with Oscar ChalupskyIn this Podcast, I interview Olympian and 12x Molokai World Champion Oscar Chalupsky. Oscar is largely considered the greatest downwind paddler of all time. He has been competing at a world class level for 40 years and shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. In fact, Oscar is now chasing monster waves, the 24 hour Ocean distance World Record, and a 13th Molokai victory. All the while, embracing the fact that many of his competitors are half his age. Oscar realizes more and more that it is all about training and eating smarter to stay competitive in his 50s.
We co...2016-04-181h 34tcsurfski's podcastPPP Episode 002 - Interview with Oscar ChalupskyIn this Podcast, I interview Olympian and 12x Molokai world champion Oscar Chalupsky. Oscar is largely considered the greatest downind paddler of all time. He has been competing at a world class level for 40 years and shows absolutely no signs of slowing down. In fact… Oscar is now chasing bigger waves and world record distances as he embraces the fact that many of his competitors are half his age. Oscar realizes more and more that it is all about training and eating smarter to stay competitive in his 50s
In this podcast we cover a wide range of topics including but certain...2016-04-181h 34
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