Sharing the joy of stand up paddleboarding. Join us for inspiring conversations with dream guests talking about all the health, happiness, friendship, adventure and possibility that SUP brings to our lives. From world endurance record holders to SUP Yoga, SUP with a Pup to SUP Surf, we will hear uplifting stories and fantastic information to help you on your paddleboarding journey. SUP has given our host, Jo Moseley, so much joy, confidence, courage and community since her first lesson in the Lake District in 2016 recovering from a knee injury. She became the first woman to paddle coast to coast across northern England, fundraising and picking up litter, has been in magazines, on the tv, radio and a guest on many podcasts. The film about her journey called Brave Enough - A Journey Home to Joy was launched to critical and audience acclaim in 2021. She has made two short award winning films about paddleboarding and written many articles. Having experienced such happiness and wellbeing, her goal in launching the podcast is to shine a light on the brilliant stories of others in the paddleboarding community and to share valuable ideas with her audience. It is both a thank you letter to everyone who has inspired, welcomed and encouraged her and a love letter to the wonderful sport. At the heart of the podcast is the idea 'We rise by lifting others' and that's what she is here to do - to welcome, encourage and celebrate you in the paddleboarding community. Whether you are dipping your paddle in the water for the first time, want to explore new places or disciplines, or have years of paddleboarding memories, you are in the right place and this is the podcast for you. The Joy of SUP - bringing paddleboarding sunshine to your world. Find out more at www.jomoseley.com Email: thejoyofsuppodcast@gmail.com Twitter @healthyhappy50 and #TheJoyofSUP + #TheJoyofSUPPodcast. Instagram @thejoyofsuppodcast_ #TheJoyofSUPPodcast Please do get in touch!We are very grateful to BluefinSUP for sponsoring the current season of the podcast.
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Vikki Weston - Founding Sydney's award winning She SUPs, Community Joy, Tiny Island Adventures + Popcorn on the Go
Season 3 · Episode 12
Thursday, April 7, 2022 • Duration 51:39
I am so thrilled to welcome our first international guest to The Joy of SUP today!
Vikki is a British-born adventurer and founder of She SUPs, her paddleboarding business in Sydney, Australia.
She SUPS is an all women's community focussed on empowering women + girls through SUP adventures.
Vikki moved to Sydney in 2015 + within a few months was hooked on paddling. First, it was kayaking, but then came SUP.
Being on the water helped her process working in a toxic corporate environment, visa struggles, loneliness, being away from family + living with anxiety. Through kayak and SUP she gained strength, learnt new skills and found her identity. It helped her create a stronger connection to Country, build friendships and connect with and learn from Mother Nature.
Conducting research, during the initial brainstorming stages of the She SUPs concept, Vikki was shocked (but at the same time not surprised due to personal experience) by the statistics around barriers to participation in adventure-sports for women, which were preventing so many women across Australia from gaining these benefits.
As she read these studies she could definitely relate. Unfortunately, she had found that sometimes being a female adventurer/paddler could be tough, and yet, it really shouldn’t be.
Therefore fuelled by her own experiences, and determined to provide a better, more supportive outlook for women Vikki decided to:
Take on an adventure challenge to raise publicity and awareness of deeply-rooted discriminatory social norms and stereotypes that often prevent women from pursuing adventurous activities/outdoor sports and get the She SUPs mission out into the world!! This was the She SUPs Sydney Expedition where she paddle boarded 30 waterways of Sydney in 30 days during September 2019.
Build an all women’s SUP community focused on creating a safe environment for women to try something new, learn, grow, connect with others and the planet and ultimately feel empowered through adventure.
Winning a prestigious award New South Wales (NSW) Office of Sport 'Her Sport, Her Way' Local Champion Award in recognition of her achievements in 2021 for increasing female participation in sport.
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Holly Pye - SUP Racing, Downwinding, Being a Sleep Specialist + Cinammon + Raisin Bagels
Season 3 · Episode 11
Thursday, March 31, 2022 • Duration 01:05:43
I am thrilled to welcome Holly Pye to The Joy of SUP Podcast.
I first met Holly when I asked in SUP Sisterhood for a sleep specialist. What I didn't realise that as well as working in the NHS as a sleep physiologist and running her own specialist sleep clinic - Stars Sleep Clinic - Holly is a very successful SUP racer and downwinder!
Holly is a SUP racer living in South Devon. She enjoys the competitive side of the sport and has raced in the GBSUP National Series since 2017. In 2021, Holly travelled to Hungary with her SUP for the ICF World Championships where she came 13th in the long distance race - an 18 kilometre race against some of the world's best!
Holly loves being in or on the ocean and takes any chance she can to get out there. She grew up around the water and now does lots of different watersports. When the weather turns she can often be found downwinding along the Devon or Cornwall coast, riding the bumps on her SUP from one point to another and enjoying every minute of it.
When Holly is not on the water, she loves to help others. She trained as a sleep physiologist and runs Stars Sleep Clinic where she offers cognitive behavioural therapy for insomnia and supports people with a variety of different sleeping difficulties.
Holly is now a team rider for Starboard SUP, SUP North Devon and Paddle Logger. All organisations which care for the oceans and environment and allow us all the opportunity to protect what we love.
We talk about:
Growing up by the sea and her water loving family - everyone SUPS!
Downwinding - what it is, how to start safely, the safety aspects that Holly takes into consideration every time she goes out, joining a SUP downwinding group
Starting a SUP club at university
The power of community in paddleboarding and especially Anna Little's incredible help
I am so thrilled to welcome Leanne Bird to The Joy of SUP Podcast.
As Founder of Leanne Bird Wellbeing & Adventure, Leanne’s mission is to support and inspire people to live happier and healthier lives, for the long term. Through her wellbeing services & adventure experiences, she is passionate about empowering people to discover themselves and ultimately, discover their freedom.
A qualified SUP instructor, surf coach, personal trainer and yoga instructor, Leanne brings together a broad breadth of knowledge and skills to provide well structured, tailored programmes for groups and individuals. Reaching a level to train instructors in SUP Yoga, SUP Fitness and 200hr Yoga Teacher training has really enhanced her skill set to deliver.
As a trained ecologist, Leanne has a deep connection with nature and brings the earth, air and water into her work wherever she can. Drawn to the ocean, the desire to combine body movement, breath and water was the spark that started Leanne on this journey many years ago.
So, whether she just plants a seed that sets you on the right path or ends up supporting you to become who you want to be; Leanne looks forward to being some part of your amazing journey.
In this episode we talk about:
Growing up in South Africa
Being a water baby and swimming in her Grandmother's swimming pool
Working as an ecologist
The magic of the River Teifi and Cardigan coast
Being a Personal Trainer
Becoming a Yoga teacher and then a Master Yoga Trainer with ASI
The healing power of surfing learning in 2012
The spiritual side of surfing and what it means to her
Paddleboarding as a fitness tool
SUP fitness tips - squats, dead bugs and press ups
What we can do to make us stronger paddlers
Peanut butter sandwiches
Scottish trips ahead and plans for paddling in Switzerland
Emma Love - White Water SUP Coaching, Founding Wotbikini, the Menopause + Protein Bars
Season 3 · Episode 9
Friday, March 18, 2022 • Duration 59:29
I am so thrilled to welcome Emma Love to The Joy of SUP Podcast today.
Here's Emma: When I was 45yrs old, I along with my very young son had our very first go on kayaks at Holme Pierrepont National Water Sports Centre, Nottingham. While on the water, we saw some children playing on paddle boards. We quickly exchanged our kayaks for SUPs + I was hooked!
This was the beginning of an incredible journey. Five years later, my writing is published online with British Canoeing, I was the 2nd woman in the UK to qualify as a British Canoeing White Water SUP Coach!
In 2020 I became a British Canoeing #She Paddles Ambassador. In 2021 I was invited to join the Californian Watersport Collective Ambassador programme.
The role of #ShePaddles Ambassador has empowered me to speak + write about my own paddling journey to inspire other women. This has included podcasts in the UK with SUPFM, in USA with Paul Clark, and with Etienne Stott, Olympic Slalom Gold Medal Winner.
In February 2021, I was thrilled to write a series of interviews celebrating the explosion of women in the White Water SUP coaching route for SUPMagUK. I am very proud of this year long project and so honoured to chat with Jenna Sanders, Jessica Phillip, Lisa Boore, Charlotte Louise, Louise Royle, Beth Kirby, Julie Vigor and Joyce Johnston. All incredible women, inspiring paddlers + talented coaches.
Summer 2021 I took a tucked away dream of mine + turned it into a reality - my very own SUP coaching business Wotbikini Stand Up Paddleboarding.
I specialise in building women's confidence on the water via stand up paddle boarding. I am very pleased to be a British Canoeing Delivery Partner.
It was an amazing first season, wonderful to support so many inspiring women. We have learnt together, developed, laughed + really enjoyed having time on the water.
2021 my business was nominated for two British Canoeing 'Delivery Partner' Awards. I am delighted to have been selected for both the 2022 'Engagement Award Finalist' & 2022 'Quality Experience Award Finalist'.
Sophie Witter - SUP LEJOG, Fundraising World First, Living with Anxiety + Avocado + Coriander
Season 3 · Episode 8
Friday, March 11, 2022 • Duration 56:07
I am so thrilled to welcome Sophie Witter to The Joy of SUP Podcast.
Sophie is one half of SUP It and Sea UK, the first pair to paddleboard from Land's End to John O'Groats in 2021. Sophie and her partner Dave are now hiking back to Land's End!
Sophie is a Celebrant and Mumma to her Cat + Teddy Bears.
Having spent many years living a life that didn’t feel like hers and struggling with her anxiety and depression, Sophie is on a journey to take on the adventures she has always dreamed of as well as fulfil dreams she never knew she harboured, whilst still learning how to manage her mental health.
Sophie aims to remain open and honest about her mental health especially the challenges they present on expeditions and hopes that by sharing her journey she can encourage, support and inspire others to give their adventure or dream a go.
We all need a reminder including Sophie that you don’t have to be superhuman, a superstar athlete or 100% ready (is there such a thing) to have an adventure or fulfil your dreams.
Linn van der Zanden - Scottish SUP camping adventures, Seaful, Five Islands Challenge and Kelly Kettle beach cooking
Season 3 · Episode 7
Friday, March 4, 2022 • Duration 42:49
I am so thrilled to welcome Linn van der Zanden to The Joy of SUP Podcast today.
I met Linn in the summer of 2021 researching my book and we spent the most wonderful time paddleboarding along the south west coast of Scotland, cooking supper on the beach and camping on our boards overnight. I think you are going to love the helpful information Linn shares with us!
A little more about her:
Linn van der Zanden is a SUP adventurer and instructor based on the South West Coast of Scotland. She loves exploring the local islands on multi-day trips, combining SUP with overnight camps and bivvys.
Linn is a Surfers Against Sewage rep for the area and as part of this undertakes beach cleans by SUP on remote beaches. She also volunteers with other ocean based charities, including the Ocean Youth Trust and Seaful charity. Linn is an ambassador for Sea Lion Boards. She has qualified with Water Skills Academy.
In this episode we talk about:
Her childhood in the outdoors - her Mum's wild swimming, her father's boat Little Salmon, holidays in Scotland and their business near Ben Nevis
Living on the Thames on a boat whilst studying at university
Working in Glasgow
Her career in education
Sailing, incredible expeditions and volunteering for the Ocean Youth Trust
Creating a microadventures community when returning to the outdoors after having her daughter
Caz Dawson - SUP Lass, Microadventures in Wales, River Dee Bore + Kelly Kettle treats
Season 3 · Episode 6
Friday, February 25, 2022 • Duration 42:35
I'm thrilled to welcome Caroline (Caz) Dawson founder of SUP Lass Paddle Adventures to The Joy of SUP podcast.
I discovered Caz on Simon Hutchinson's podcast SUP fm and we met when I was researching my book in 2021. Caz is an accomplished SUP Instructor and Adventure Guide with a passion for all things outdoors.
Located on the edge of the Clwydian Range AONB, SUP Lass have access to the majestic River Dee, the world famous Llangollen Canal, plus lakes and coastlines.
Caz holds a huge breadth of qualifications and accreditations through Water Skills Academy:
WSA Water Safety and Rescue, WSA Ocean Navigation, WSA Adventure Guide, WSA Adventure SUP-er Trainer, Leave No Trace Trainer, WiSe Accredited Adventure Operator WRT Pro Rescue 3 Technician, RYA Marine Radio Short Range Certificate, REC Level 4 Expedition First Aid, BC SUP Sheltered Water Award, BC Mentoring in Water Sports.
In 2021, Caz became the 2nd fastest female to complete the GB SUP Series Great Glen Challenge on an iSUP. She has also taken on the Trent 100 team race and notorious 'Swellies Challenge'. For 2022 she has set her sights on the new Loch Awesome Challenge and the Trent 100. Caroline recently paddled the Dee bore covered by BBC Wales.
Adventure Cooking Caz used to run the award-winning outdoor kitchen 'Fodder in the Field', where local and seasonal ingredients were served up in a range of wild locations, including mountain tops and forests. Caz is currently in the process of developing her workshops, which she will be launching in spring 2022. When Caroline is not on the water, she is an Agri Food Consultant, supporting food and farming businesses across the UK develop their businesses and identify new markets.
Libby Bowles - SUP with a Shark, Believing in Yourself, River Wye and homemade Deliciously Ella food bars
Season 3 · Episode 5
Friday, February 18, 2022 • Duration 46:27
I am thrilled to welcome Libby Bowles to The Joy of SUP Podcast today.
I first met Libby via Instagram and was struck by her commitment to the oceans and her energy for life. I was fortunate enough to meet and stay with her in Bristol when I went to Shextreme Film Festival and she is even more wonderful in person.
In this episode we talk about:
Diving with whale sharks
Research with the world's leading expert on manta rays
Her first paddleboarding moment in Byron Bay in 2011
SUP with a juvenile white shark and the wonder it brought
Accidentally becoming an accountant
Changing careers to follow her true passion and purpose
Qualifying in different disciplines and skills to become indispensable to expeditions
Believing in yourself - despite what others say
Adventures on the River Wye for her 40th birthday - multi day trips
Being a proud Fatsticks Ambassador and their commitment to becoming plastic free
Cycling New Zealand on a bamboo bike speaking to 1000s of children about the ocean
Working with City to Sea on the environmental impact of period products
Encouraging her students to believe in themselves when others doubt
Combining her love for the sea with her education skills to improve the world
The environmental damage done to the River Wye and trying to make a difference
A new friendship via a Message in a Bottle
The plastic bottle boat in Bristol Harbour with Hubbub
The joy of paddleboarding in Bristol Harbour and the Kennet and Avon Canal
SUP with a Pup with Pip her rescue dog
Making Deliciously Ella's recipe for oats and dates bar
Caroline Williams - Her Book Move! - The New Science of Body Over Mind, Phosphorescence in Arisaig, The Wey Navigation + Watching Otters
Season 3 · Episode 4
Friday, February 11, 2022 • Duration 57:20
I am thrilled to welcome Caroline Williams to The Joy of SUP Podcast today.
I first discovered Caroline whilst reading and listening to her book Move! The New Science of Body over Mind and I was fascinated by the research she shared. It seemed to explain why we love to paddleboard and the science behind why it makes us feel so good. When I saw that she enjoyed SUP I was very excited to ask her onto the podcast!
A little bit about Caroline:
Caroline originally planned to be a PE teacher but got sidetracked by science. The author of Move! she is also a science writer, editor and consultant and writer for New Scientist. She has also written for The Guardian, The Times, The Telegraph and the BBC amongst others. She is passionate about the potential of movement to transform the way we think and feel and aims to bring the research behind it to as wide an audience as possible. She gets her movement kicks through yoga, paddleboarding and cycling. And when she's not doing that, she's usually walking the dog.
How moving forward can make us feel more hopeful and reduce stress
Why working on your core can help reduce stress - yoga, SUP, Pilates
Moving in nature
How seeing nature can restore your focus
A study showing how strength training can improve self esteem and feeling capable and how weight training helped teenage girls feel good about life and able to deal with stressful situations
Movement and anxiety + depression
Sea squirts!
Paddleboarding, camping and phosphorescence in Arisaig, Scotland
The Wey navigation + paddling to the pub
Being SUP safety on the Bantham swoosh
Dancing + synchronisity - the neuroscience of the groove
Moving to enjoy your body
Lesley Robinson - Heron and Hush community, RED January, Trent 100 and Babybels
Season 3 · Episode 3
Friday, February 4, 2022 • Duration 50:58
I am thrilled to welcome Lesley Robinson of Heron and Hush to The Joy of SUP Podcast.
I discovered Lesley on Instagram when I saw her fundraising for RED January, a campaign founded by Hannah Beecham encouraging us to move every day to Beat The Blues in January and fundraise for mental health charities.
Lesley tells us more:
My love of the outdoors grew with me from a young age when we would go for hikes for my little legs, through woodland, farmland, fields, or by the lakes and rivers. If we weren’t walking, we were cycling miles along dirt tracks in the Hertfordshire villages or playing outside. I can't tell you how much I dislike being inside! ‘Outside is the best side’ and where I feel that sparkle, that warm feeling.
18 years ago, I moved to Bedford, a short walk away from the river and the country park and knew instantly that being closer to nature felt better, years went by where I enjoyed these blue and green spaces by myself and with friends and family.
Returning from holiday several years ago, I had a SUP taster session on my local river, the River Great Ouse and I was hooked! After spending as much time as I could on the water and attending different SUP courses and clinics, I decided to go for my SUP Instructor Qualification with ASI and now… Heron and Hush is heading into it’s third year!
There’s nothing I love more than seeing those smiles at the end of a session and the incredible effect being on the water has on everyone, from the soothing and calming moments where we connect with nature to the fun and frolics we have.
Heron and Hush has grown so much, through some tough times! I think we provide something for everyone, new experiences, edging out of your comfort zone with that support and knowledge on hand.. I want to make SUP accessible for everyone in a way that they enjoy and have the most fun!
It would be great if you could also rate and review us on Apple as it will help more people find our paddleboarding SUP sunshine! Please always put safety first and train for your body.
Specialist training for paddling on the sea and why it is important
Why going with a coastal guide is a great idea!
Why it is important to have a qualified SUP yoga teacher
What SUP yoga can do for us
The new wellbeing community she is creating for paddleboarders and surfers - Blue Freedom!
Dave Brown from WSA helped organise training and introduced us to Sam Starkie. Sam runs Newquay Watersports Centre with his team went above and beyond showing us how to fix our boards and helping with kit
Support Crew - Mandy, Mike, Joe, John, Liz, Kevin and Martin
Paula Reid who although not officially part of our team was a great help giving us the belief to go and do it. https://www.paulareid.com/
Please always put safety first + get the right advice for your training + body. Please also be aware of the responsibilities and implications of organising or attending a SUP social.
Please do also rate and review us on Apple as it will help more people find us!
Wishing you sunshine, thank you for listening, Jo x
Please always put safety first + get the right advice for your training + body. Please also be aware of the responsibilities and implications of organising or attending a SUP social.
Litter picking missions supported by the National Trust
Adventures in Mexico, Ecaudor, Mozambique and Indonesia
Please do also rate and review us on Apple as it will help more people find us!
Wishing you sunshine, thank you for listening, Jo x
Please always put safety first + get the right advice for your training + body. Please also be aware of the responsibilities and implications of organising or attending a SUP social.
Our bodies want to move
Finding ways to build movement into our day
Moving to feel good, not punish ourselves
Watching sea otters in Scotland
Why looking up can make you feel connected to the world
Please do also rate and review us on Apple as it will help more people find us!
Wishing you sunshine, thank you for listening, Jo x
This episode was recorded in 2021 therefore we discuss the stresses of Covid. Please also be aware of the responsibilities and implications of organising or attending a SUP social.
Please always put safety first + get the right advice for your training + body.
Fundraising for RED January with Sport in MIND with our REDy Set Paddle for RED January events
FACES Bedford - a charity supporting local families
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