In this episode, Josy Verdonkschot shares his thoughts on the 205 Henley Royal Regatta, highlighting standout performances from NYAC’s Collins and Wanamaker and offering praise for rising talent Fin Hammill. He reflects on the USA  team’s current form following recent World Cup Regattas and racing, he previews key takeaways from standout performances in the men’s single, men’s quad, women’s four, and eight. Josy discusses expectations heading into Selection Camp 2, the integration of lightweights into the open squad, and early impressions of the mixed eight. He also touches on the beach sprints as the sport expands .

Kim Cupini – Tennessee Rowing

In this episode, Kim Cupini, head coach of Tennessee Women’s Rowing, talks with Sean about the team’s steady climb up the rankings and what it’s taken to stay competitive. She reflects on how the rowing landscape has changed, how her squad has handled rising expectations, and the pressure of being in the spotlight.

Cupini highlights the strength of the varsity eight and how that performance is driving higher standards across the team. She shares insights into Tennessee’s team culture, the unique challenges and advantages of coaching in the SEC, and gives props to top programs like Texas and Yale.

She also discusses what’s next for Tennessee and names the SEC school she’d love to see go all-in on women’s rowing. A sharp, honest look at a program on the rise.

Casey Galvanek and Rowingwolf delve into various topics, including reflections on speed orders, coaching the men's four to silver, changes in the selection process and lineup, progressing from World Cup to final selection, insights into the men's eight, mechanics of GB men's four and eight, coaching the lightweight women's 2x with considerations on lineups and athlete thoughts, assessing the depth of the talent pool, comparing USA vs international competition, connecting with athletes and refining techniques like tossing the handles. They discuss nuances like avoiding cheating at low rates while maintaining stroke integrity, potential medal counts, collaboration with Josy, Jesse, and the coaching staff, the journey of coaching Clark Dean, experiences with juniors, Olympians, and the world's best hulls, exploring common denominators, achieving gold medal speed, and contributing to the system through consistent support.

Harvard Men’s Heavyweight Coach Charley Butt and Sean delve into this podcast, covering topics from the current season and expectations to the dynamics of the Harvard Yale race/relationship, coaching changes on the Charles, coaching philosophy, transitioning from a young coach to an older statesman/battle axe on the river, and being the acclaimed sculling guru for athletes like Guerette, Campbell, Gevvie, Tucker, and others. They also explore “Why  Harvard” and the coaching of heavyweights versus lightweights.

Join Greg and I as we delve into a wide-ranging discussion about Greg's preparations for the Head of the Charles Regatta. We'll explore topics such as:

- Greg's collection of Charles medals and course records.
- His recent training regimen, including insights into tapering in the last few weeks.
- The impact of wake and wave energy, as well as any experiences with injuries.
- The quest for better beer!
- The nuances of Friday racing versus the weekend events.
- Different approaches to tapering and training for Elite and Masters categories.
- Detailed insights into the racecourse, optimal distances, and strategies (power vs. positioning).
- The evolving diet in the final weeks leading up to the race.
- Essential gear for racing, including considerations for boat, oars, and weight distribution.
- The significance "Magic Rate of 33" .
- The importance of the warm-up area and breathing rhythm.
- Dietary considerations, including a low residue diet.
- Year-round training and the challenges of maintaining racing weight. 
- Strategies for training through Masters events.
- An overview of events oriented for Masters rowers.
- Off-season training and its relevance to overall performance.

A chat with Jimmy Catalano, coxswain of the USA men’s eight team. Jimmy talks about his coxing experience in the US system, coaching alongside Alex Perkins at NU, his time as a coxswain at Wisconsin, the development of the men’s eight crew, their journey to qualify for the Games, the selection process, collaboration with Josy, nuances between NU and Wisconsin, overcoming being cut from soccer, his personal style, and planning outfits for parties.

Fresh  off his first NCAA Championship, Stanford’s Head Women’s Rowing Coach Derek Byrnes in his one and only podcast and everything is on the table to discuss.  Crew Classic to NCAA Champions , culture , the feels , women’s coaching , Ivy programs,   KG and more .  

The return of Olympic Gold & Silver Medalist Xeno Muller.  Xeno discusses his gold medal race ( his rigging ) , thoughts on Ollie , the Greek and Irish , and stoke efficiency, He opens up on Drew Ginn’s technique. 545 erg progress in college rowing , Larry Gluckman , Harry Mahon, Josy and so much more. Another can’t miss with Xeno!  

One year into the US Rowing HPD position and Josy breaks down Speed Orders , the results, the camps, the coaches,  erg scores, priority boats. Also the eight working with CRC, time standards , qualification year and the clubs and his lost passport .  

Olli and Sean sit down to discuss Olli’s recent wins at the World Indoors,  his winning 1x performance at World Rowing Championships, winter training, the men’s single feild, the ups and downs of the single , Tokyo , his equipment , his rig ,  2018 - 2022 , his rowing stroke,  forgetting his shirt for  his instagram following and his motivation. A podcast you don’t want to miss  

This weeks podcast is sponsored by The San Diego Crew Classic, this week the staff of Oxford Brookes, Director of Rowing Richard Spratley, Head Coach Henry Bailhache-Webb and Assistant Coach Chris Tebb . Likely the best program for of all University and Elite  Rowing.  Topics Recruitment process, GB University and Elite development, Recent racing, Crew Classic Expectations for men ands the women, Why they use the equipment they use , Boat Race fixtures, USA athletes and notable alumni, The culture , The Hype , The winning!  

Fan favorite, San Diego Crew Classic Associate Director Megan Kalmoe and Sean Wolf discuss the upcoming 2023 regatta.  Now a three day, event, practice times , Copley and Jessop- Whittier Cups, Texas, Stanford, Cal, UW, special invites , favorites heading into the collegiate season, West coast vs East Coast , Youth and masters events , club championship event, where to eat,  “drink’ and more 

Texas  Rowing Coach Dave O’Neill

In this episode, we sit down with Texas Rowing Coach Dave O’Neill, fresh off leading the Longhorns to the 2024 NCAA Championship title. We kick things off by getting an update on the Texas program and what’s next for the team as they build on their national success.

We then dive into the biggest topic in collegiate rowing right now: the new NCAA scholarship regulations. With the shift to 68 scholarships in rowing, what does this mean for Texas and other Power 4 schools? Does this widen the gap between well-funded programs and smaller schools? And how will these changes affect the Ivy League, given their unique recruiting and financial aid structure?

We also explore the NCAA boat classes,  should there be a sculling component, such as a quad (4x) or double (2x), added to the championship format?

Looking beyond the collegiate scene, we discuss the Longhorns’ presence at the 2024 Olympics.

Finally, we examine the relationship between USRowing and the college system. What can each do to better support the other in developing the next generation of elite rowers?

To wrap things up, we get Coach O’Neill’s take on the current landscape of collegiate rowing. With rowingwolf ( Sean ) having a vote in the JRN polls, how should the top five teams shake out in both the men’s and women’s rankings?

Tune in for an insightful conversation with one of the top coaches in the sport as we break down the latest in NCAA rowing and beyond.

A chat with Jeremy Ivey Rowing Canada National Team Coach, we discuss the unified Rowing Canada coaching front, the state and focus of the team,  working with legendary coaches ( Teti ,Tonks and others ), Canadian focus for Olympic qualification this year, the development ,  Trevor Jones, thoughts on the 8’s project from last cycle to this cycle ( men and women ) , lightweights 

A special podcast with the whole Harrison family, Joa, Isaiah and young Elijah.  We discuss the past year for the boys, U-23 silver medal rating a 28 , Elijah’s inaugural Charles ,  What can be improved , Senior team plans, Racing Ben Davison , thoughts to the Worlds field with Ollie and Sverri . The plan for the next cycle , time standards , the 2x. College / University plans, Lifestyle training and racing . Thoughts to sculling , relocation along with training, rigging and more 

Texas Head Coach Dave O’Neill is back!  We discuss repeating as  NCAA Champions, U-23 World Champions, The Texas takeover  New staff , New athletes,  Being the “dark horse” this year,  More women in the coaching ranks,  Women’s rowing vs Men’s rowing and more

A  deep dive conversation with 4 time Olympian Megan Kalmoe.  We discuss life at training center from 2016 -2020, being on the outside in 21, being an athlete for Tom Terhaar, injury and recovery, hitting the erg score wall, possible coaching, perspective on the new USA athlete and the system.  

We start season 11 with Duke Women’s Head Coach Megan Cooke Carcagno.  Can Duke get on terms with Texas, UW and Stanford ?  Culture of the program, Women’s Rowing today , Women’s coaching today, Hamish Bond  as a volunteer asst and are there enough women’s coaches in the sport?  

A special podcast with John Bancheri , coach of Stockton , Grand Valley and Marietta.  A coach , leader and most of all a teacher to so many in the sport.  We take a look back on his coaching career  and the many lives he has effected.  

And we are back with part II. The Women’s championship weekend.  The picks , the teams on the bubble and Hamish Bond at Duke !!!??  

Its Championship weekend and Steve Perry is back with two episodes this week!  Part I focuses on the Men’s Championship weekend with the Eastern Sprints.  The lightweights,  open men and team points trophy are the focus. Then a quick review of the PAC 12 rowing championships.  

18 months into the position US Rowing CEO Amanda Kraus discusses the position, the challenges , NRF relationship, National Team direction, changes , fundraising , the hiccups, Masters Nationals move and more 

Steve Perry & Rowingwolf dive into the college racing season. We go round about on NCAA women’s rowing, the mens lightweight scene and the Light 130s of women’s rowing.  Loaded on caffeine we bounce round and around, just when you think we are done with one topic Steve takes it another direction.  

 Reflections & Road to LA 2028

In this episode we break down the performances celebrating medals in the men’s eight and four while asking whether a win in the eight was within reach. 

We discuss the focus for this Olympic cycle, including stroke selection and athlete development. 

We also address lingering questions about Mike Teti and Tom Terhaar’s involvement, highlight new faces on the squad, and explore the future of the lightweights developing on the open squad. Other key topics include notable absences this year, Clark Dean in the single, and the impact of embedded scientists in high-performance rowing.

On the women’s, we analyze whether anything went wrong at the Olympics. We also discuss coaching contracts, the importance of the March Speed Order, and long-term goals for LA 2028.

A must-listen for anyone invested in the future of U.S. rowing!

Another great podcast with Christine Cavallo , Oxford University 3 seat for The Boat Race . We get into the atmosphere, selection, the fixtures, the crew , the importance of the coxswain,  expectations, photo shoots and what’s next on her rowing bucket list. 

Crumors, Scrimmages, IRA / NCAA /Light Men & Women’s eights .  Shaking the rust off and getting into the 2022 college racing season.  

A conversation with Christine Roper, 2021 Olympic Gold Medalist in the CAN women’s 8.   Topics: the path leasing to 2021, from off the podium in 2016 to top of the podium in 21, what changed, wining over the USA women, Rowing for Virginia,  Usain Bolt, putting the “Maple Leaf”  on and  the life of a Jamaican rowing in Canada.    

We sit down with Bill Manning, newly appointed Penn AC High Performance Coach for a great discussion .  Topics are US Rowing and club rowing, type of athlete the club is looking for, transition from college to performance club rowing, a look into the 2022 season, philly rowing, working with Josy and more 

A candid conversation with new US Rowing High Performance Director Josy Verdonkschot.  We discuss coaching and managing, goals for 2024 & 2028, lawsuits, big boats vs small boats, athlete retention, club support, training correctly, technique and coming out of the free fall of Tokyo.  

An amazing podcast with Marko Banovic , assistant coach of the two time Olympic Gold medalist the Sinkovic Brothers.  We discuss "Racing  to win" , the difference between Damir and the Brothers, the talent pool in Croatia, discipline, comfort in the 2- vs the 2x , foreign talent in the USA collegiate system and who lost more USA or GB. You don't want to miss this one during your next SS row 

A discussion with Olympian and lead of the Rower Academy on virtual coaching.  Learn about getting more out of your rowing this season with Luke and his national team staff.  

A conversation with ever engaging  Filmmaker / Rower Eamon Glavin.   YouTubing , documentaries, hiding in bushes at the Regatta of Death, traveling and more  Enjoy! 

A candid discussion with USA Olympic Women’s 4 Kendall Chase.  

Being the most injured athlete at the training center

Training management with fibrocystic breast disease

Returning to the sport , exploring cycling

LGBTQ community

One of the original Covid -19 cases at the training center

TikTok …the following

Listen in between the lines

Thank you for listening

Upon his return to Harvard, Clark chats about the returning to campus life , the Games, the upcoming season , the next cycle and also his new training and coaching services.  Very one on one for juniors - masters .  

With 25 days until the start of the Olympics, US Rowing High Performance Director Josy Verdonkschot discusses the team's progress, the Olympic squad's coaches', perspectives on qualifying crews, challenges faced at the World Cup, Beach Sprints , developmental crews racing at HRR, potential medal counts, and thoughts on preparing for 2028. 

A candid conversation with  Texas Women’s Rowing Head Coach Dave O’Neill fresh off the 2021 NCAA Championship run.  Steve Perry joins in on the fun.  Sit back and enjoy 

The lightweight 2x that took USA rowing by storm this year.  Michelle Sechser and Molly Reckford take time out to discuss the Olympics , the ups and downs of 20/21 , training locations,  Galvanek and more .  

A conversation with Justin Best the 2 seat of the USA mens eight.  We break down the Olympics , lanes, conditions , selection. Philadelphia rowing, developing through junior and u23. Future  sculling, Athlete Fan Club and the hair of the mens Olympic team 

Strap in for the ultimate podcast with the one and only Martin Cross. We discuss the Olympics, USA Teams ,  NCAAs ( hook em ) IRA, Heineken regatta , Head of the Charles and more .  Thank you to Ludlum for hosting the event .  

A conversation with Kevin Stevenson from Concept II. We discuss new blade designs, The COMP ! The benefits of the new design. Who wins between the GER and GB mens 8, Preference for different blades amount the classes, Most popular , Traveling , working different venues.  What’s next for c2

It’s championship week and we all ( sort of ) made it through to the final week of the season . Steve Perry is back to preview the NCAA and IRA championships this weekend. 

A discussion with Gold Medalist Adam Kreek, 2021 Olympics , announcing , his book ' The Responsibility Ethic" , conference speaking, rowing across the ocean, the 2008 gold medal race and the thoughts while racing ( oh my ) , careers fitting your nature. 

Yale Asst. Men's Heavyweight Coach Mike Gennaro discusses saying " No to Gladstone" , Recruiting during a pandemic, Racing 2021, Life after rowing , A coaching vs professional career 

A longer podcast with 2 time Olympic Gold Medalist Eric Murray  discussing the Olympics , NZ selection , Olympic Parties , PEDs , small countries, pair rowing , moving to the eight , relationship with Bond and putting on the lbs with beers and more 

A great conversation with Olympian and AAC rep Sara Hendershot on the 2021 Olympics, what they will look like. Training, racing in 2012 and life after the Games.  Professional life and training while pregnant. Her views on women's collegiate rowing.  A very informative podcast.    

Announcing the pilot episode of "The IRA Rowing Insiders," hosted by Whitney Powell, with commentary by Steve Perry and Sean Wolf.

Starting next week, the show will transition to a video format and is proudly sponsored and produced by the IRA.

Open men , Lightweight Men & Women and DIII

Tune in every Thursday at 7:00 pm Eastern time, from "catch" to finish.

A conversation with Olympic Gold medalist Lindsay Dare Shoop on her new book " Better Great Than Never" , favorite pair partners , ghost writers, what to expect after rowing  and favorite course.  

A most excellent podcast with Meghan O'Leary discussing Trials , the Olympics, will there be a 2021 Games, (the answer!) . Sliding into her DMS,  working at ESPN,  working and training, life after 2021 , women in the sport ,  the new US Rowing CEO  and oh so much more.  

Another great podcast with coach Linda Muri, we discuss women in rowing, in coaching positions , the Olympics, the temperature of collegiate rowing and of course the New England Patriots 

An in-depth conversation with 4 time Olympian Juliane Elander Rasmussen from the Danish Lightweight women's 2x .  We discuss women in the sport, training and racing with a family (and through pregnancy) . Favorite venue , crowd noise in 2012 and lanes .  And life on the other side of rowing with her husband Mads Rasmussen.  Also who is faster Mads or Sverri