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.

In the latest episode of the podcast, NU Head Coach Alex Perkins and Sean dive into the current state of the Northeastern mens rowing program.

 We discuss last year's performance and what's in store for this spring, including the anticipated showdown between the huskies of NU and UW  

There's also talk about the recent change in the training schedule and rumors circulating about this being one of the fastest groups of athletes in NU history.

 We take a moment to reflect on Alex’s  journey from UW to BU, to serving as an assistant at NU, and eventually stepping up as the interim head coach. It's been quite the journey!

We touch on his passion for fishing versus coaching and share insights into the upcoming Sprints league and this year's schedule, including the prestigious Henley Royal Regatta. We delve into the intricacies of recruiting, both abroad and stateside, and explore the format of the Sunshine Invite.

Overall, it's an engaging episode packed with reflections, insights, and excitement for the future of the program.

Gabe Winkler and Sean dive deep into the world of men’s collegiate rowing with recent results from The Las Vegas Invite” ,  dissecting the latest developments in the Pac-12, to the “Western Sprints”. Intense rivalries between Cal, UW, and Stanford to the impact on athletes and squads, we explore it all. Hear about Gabe’s national team's glory days, Teti's training methods, and the mantra of 'you don't talk, you just do.' Plus, we delve into boat speed, program standings, and the rich history of lightweight and sweep rowing. Tune in for insights on last year, this spring, and predictions for the future of OSU, Olympic sports, tequila and more 

In this podcast episode with Justin Best, Silver Medalist Mens 4-

We reflect on the past year, including thoughts on medaling, qualifying the four, and the shape of the team heading into 2024.

Insights into the process of being selected for the 4- and the challenges of being in and out of the boat throughout last year. We analyze the race itself, coming just about 2 seconds short of GB in the final. 

The podcast covers the upcoming Winter Speed Order in February, it importance.  The roles of coaches Teti, Casey, Jesse, Josy, and the benefits each brings to the team. 

High altitude camps, team dynamics, erg testing are explored, along with insights into the Peach system with Casey Galvanek.

The episode continues with a glimpse into work life leading up to the games, the significance of earlier selections, and retaining athletes from cycle to cycle. Life after the games is considered, and we share the excitement of boat naming.

The discussion concludes with a spotlight on Drexel and the upcoming spring collegiate racing season….oh and the Eagles and the conclusion of the NFL season 

Join silver medalist Michelle Sechser and I in an engaging podcast episode as she delves into the world of rowing, sharing insights from her training journey with coaches like Josy and Casey Galvanek.

 Michelle brings transparency to the discussion, exploring thoughts on Worlds, The Charles, Fall Speed Orders, camps, and the unique bond among lightweight and open women athletes.

Discover the financial landscape and the commitment from US Rowing to the lightweight women's 2x. Michelle opens up about her rowing influences and the "GB rivalry," shedding light on efforts to close the gap and GB Crew's recognition as Crew of the Year by World Rowing.

Learn about Amanda's leadership and Josy's program, as well as the meticulous monitoring of training, recovery, and performance.

As the last dance for the lightweights approaches, Michelle discusses rowing for Tulsa, eyeing the next level, and the journey beyond. Uncover Michelle's sports loyalties, coaching aspirations, and the future of lightweight rowing, including potential pivots to beach sprint and more. 

The conversation extends beyond racing results, exploring life after the Olympics, both professionally and personally. Michelle shares her hopes and aspirations for the upcoming Olympic Games, offering a glimpse into the multifaceted world of an elite athlete with a passion for rowing.

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 

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.  

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

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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 .  

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.    

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

 USA lightweight sculler Emily Schmieg takes a break from training for 2021 to discuss training while the Olympics are on hold,  concerns of COVID 19 , women in the sport,  racing Worlds in every boat class , coffee , tequila and life after 2021.  

Something a little different.  A quick podcast ( and video link) of rowing yoga poses for athletes and coaches.  So get you Yoga on with one of the best instructors in New England Marina Muffelman 

Part 1 in the series 

USA National Teamer and Olympic hopeful Jasper Liu talks pressing Andrew Campbell in the 2x last year, Penn Lightweight rowing, current training in AZ,  who he wants to race in  2021 and selecting the 2x .   

Let's talk reopening and COVID 19 with USA Rowing team Dr Kate Ackerman.  Can we row team boats soon?  What will the Olympics look like ?  What will college and junior rowing look like? What mask is best to train in ? 

An old school conversation with Aquil on winning / losing the Diamond Sculls at Henley ( the morning after) , working with Hydrow , training with Jamie Koven and more.  

A candid conversation with Olympic Silver Medalist Gevvie Stone about the upcoming Olympic Year ( single or double), training in Texas, the corona virus, and marrying Tom Brady. 

Let's talk Princeton Lightweight Men's Rowing with Head Coach  Marty Crotty. Last years IRA final.  Who is hot this year both light, heavy.  Training, smart kids and more 

Catching up with John Graves and his plans for Olympic trials , Olympic Qualification and Henley.  

Clark Dean and Wolf discuss 2020 training ,  Head of the Charles , a quick look a beyond the 2020 Olympics and the question of the single.  

Christine Cavallo and Rowingwolf7 Podcast , Playing catch-up with Christine Cavallo of the USA Lightweight Women's 2x .  An eye towards 2020 , training, Mexico and life in Boston. 

Andrew Campbell retires from elite rowing, sharing his training program, favorite races over the years and more. 

A interview with author Dan Boyne on his newest release " The Seven Seat " , a true story of rowing, revenge, redemption and a few other shenanigans. 

A conversation with Marina Muffelman of "WhereBoatsGo" and how Yoga can benefit your rowing and life overall.  

Perry and RowingWolf preview the NCAA & IRA Championship Regattas.  Who  are the podium finishers?  Who is going to get the job done and bring home the titles.  

An in depth conversation with Texas Women's Head Coach Dave O"Neill , discussing NCAA selection , favorites for the title, the process , team title recruitment and more  HOOK EM

Perry and Rowingwolf discuss Championship Week in women' and men's college rowing.  Sprints, ACC, BIG 12 , AACC and more 

Perry & RowingWolf College Catch Up, A brief conversation before next weeks Championship Weekend Podcast and Racing.  Women's Sprints,  Dad Vails ,  EARC Racing 

The college racing podcast is back! Previews and Picks fo this weeks upcoming racing.  

An excellent conversation with Columbia Lightweight Coach Nich Lee Parker. We discuss being out, speed of lightweight crews this season, NZ technique, hanging out with Robbie Manson, white or yellow boats and supporting The Trevor Project https://www.thetrevorproject.org

A RowingWolf podcast with Tom Terhaar USA Women's Head Coach. Tom gives us insight into a qualification year for the Olympics, athletes returning into the camp, change in Olympic format possibilities, lightweights and sculling 

A RowingWolf podcast with Bill Manning, Lightweight Asst. Mens Coach.  We discuss future of lightweight rowing, U-23 lightweight camp, top programs for 2019, difference of open weight and lightweight programs, Men to NCAA format and more. 

A Rowingwolf podcast with Wesley Ng,  University of Pennsylvania's Head Coach for Women's Rowing.  Discussing the upcoming year in women's rowing, the Ivy league making a team run at the NCAAA title and more. 

A RowingWolf7 podcast with Carlos Dinares discussing change in Olympic distances, technique, who rows well and of course UW or Yale?

A Rowingwolf7 podcast with Olympic Bronze Medalist, NU alum and Maritime coach Dan Walsh. We discuss his rowing career, influences, words of advice from Mike Teti, coaching life and more

A podcast with Ben Davison discussing his Head of the Charles win, selection via the single , who is faster Dean , Davison or Graves. 

An interview with 2012 Sliver medalist of the Canadian mens eight and author of The 4 Year Olympian.  Hear about training under Mike Spracklen, the last 300 meters of the 2012 Olympics mens final and being a parent while training.  

Clark Dean, two time world junior champion in the men's single talks about his repeat and more 

Andrew Campbell ( USA light mens single 2018) is back to discuss his time off, plans for the future , lifting, diet /cheat meals and moving forward to 2020. 

Fatsculler and Wolf bring you a quick Henley preview on the eve before racing! Men's and women's events as well as Ladies plate picks 

Perry and Wolf preview the 2018 IRA and make a few picks 

Perry and Wolf mix it up over this weeks NCAA Women's Championships and yes we have upsets! 

Its Championship week and Perry and Wolf discuss Eastern Sprints, Women's Champ Weekend and Pac 12 !  

We are back at it with a quick recap of last week and the upcoming week in college racing with Steve Perry

RI College Podcast Week II Perry and Wolf discuss the upsets of last week. The polls that are not rewarding wins .  Picks and more 

Perry and Wolf are back sharing their intel ( and picks ) on the college racing scene. We review the women, men and lightweight men for the upcoming weekend of April 7.

RI Podcast with Brown's Varsity Mens Coach discussing 9 straight IRA finals, having the hardest schedule and expectations for the 2018 season 

An RI Podcast Christine Cavallo. We talk 2k WR, rowing at Stanford, National Titles, lightweight rowing and more 

A brief chat with silver medalist from the 2018 Men's 8. Moving to California , racing the pair and its ups and down, Super Bowl and racing Rummel in the 1x at NSRs this year 

A podcast with World Champion in the mens junior single, Clark Dean. We chat winning, Boston, Harvard & Brady , training, and Mahe vs. Manson.  

A podcast with Henrik Rummel, medal winner in about EVERYTHING! JRs , u-23 , Worlds and Olympics.  Patriots Fan

Championship Weekend for the Men, RI Podcast.  

RI Podcast, Sean and Steve preview the women's Championship Weekend! It is clear Steve knows his stuff.

Week II with Perry and Wolf and a look at the past weeks racing and the upcoming week!  

Here is an RI  podcast focused on collegiate rowing, a recap of last weeks mens and women's races and a preview of this weekend. We do our best to cover Men , Women and light women's races. If this works we may do this every two week thru the collegiate season.

My partner in crime for this was none other than Steve Perry.

It is meant to put a good spin on the sport. Think of it like PTI etc. If it goes really well we will push to the iTunes library for the next one.

An RI Podcast with Olympian Felice Mueller, we talk Olympics, future and racing John Graves 

An Ri podcast featuring " fatsculler" , his thoughts on USA Rowing, GB Rowing , The Boat Race and more!!  

An interview with John Graves, an eye on the future for rowing and in business with Rowing Ventures LLC.  

A controversial interview with former USA National Team coxswain and bronze medalist Jack Carlson. His view on the system.  

A quick interview with Silver Medalist Gevvie Stone.  Olympic final, Charles " Eights" and more 

A great podcast with members of the USA women's Olympic 8.  We talk the Games, marrying Cal rowers, depth of the team and more.  

Another great interview with Andrew Campbell fresh off his Olympic trails win in the light 2x , a race breakdown, onto Lucerne, RIO and Red Bull High Stakes