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This ICFslalom podcast is brought to you by your host John Gregory. The podcast brings results and insights from the people around the world who make canoe slalom and kayak cross what it is.

Precursor to LA28 – Oklahoma City Worlds recap 07/26/2026

Precursor to LA28 – Oklahoma City Worlds recap This week, we endeavoured to bring you a short daily episode as we guided you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships. Today, we recap the kayak cross head-to-head and the overall World Championship in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by co-host American K1W World Champion Rebecca Giddens, together with new C1M World Champion Miquel Travé (ESP), Eric Giddens, Ken Hoeve, Mike Knoppe, and Meritxell Rodriguez. Thanks for joining us. Our next episodes will bring results and insights from the European Championships and the remaining World Cup races in Vaires-sur-Marne and La Seu d'Urgell. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42215040

Worlds C1 golds for Travé and Kneblova 07/25/2026

Worlds C1 golds for Travé and Kneblova We bring you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by co-host American three-time Worlds silver medallist Scott Shipley. We recap the canoe semifinals/finals and preview the kayak cross head-to-head. In tomorrow's last daily episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will recap the kayak cross head-to-head event, plus a look back at these Oklahoma City World Championships. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42210800

New World Champions in Oklahoma City 07/24/2026

New World Champions in Oklahoma City We bring you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by co-host American three-times Worlds silver medallist Scott Shipley, as well as Joe Jacobi (USA) and Danielle Woodward (AUS). Together, we recap the kayak semifinals/finals and preview the canoe semifinals. In tomorrow's episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will recap the canoe finals. We will also preview the upcoming kayak cross head-to-head. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42200315

Worlds canoe recap and kayak semifinal preview 07/23/2026

Worlds canoe recap and kayak semifinal preview We bring you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by co-host, American K1W World Champion and Olympic silver medallist Rebecca Giddens. We recap the canoe qualification heats. Medals were awarded to the new ICF 2026 Canoe Team World Champions. In tomorrow's episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will recap the kayak finals. We will also preview the upcoming canoe semifinals. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42192430

Worlds kayak recap and canoe preview 07/22/2026

Worlds kayak recap and canoe preview We bring you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by co-host, American K1W World Champion and Olympic silver medallist Rebecca Giddens. We recap the kayak qualification heats. Medals were awarded to the new ICF 2026 Kayak Team World Champions. In tomorrow's episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will recap the canoe qualification heats and canoe team results. We will also preview the upcoming kayak semifinals. I will be joined again by co-host Rebecca Giddens (USA). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42176470

First OKC World's medals awarded 07/21/2026

First OKC World's medals awarded We bring you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by co-host, American K1W World Champion and Olympic silver medallist Rebecca Giddens. Medals were awarded to the new ICF 2026 Kayak Cross Individual World Champions. In tomorrow's episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will recap the kayak qualification heats and kayak team results. We will also preview the upcoming women's and men's canoe qualification heats. I will be joined again by co-host Rebecca Giddens (USA). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42158805

Oklahoma City kayak cross preview 07/20/2026

Oklahoma City kayak cross preview We will be bringing you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, host John Gregory is joined by American K1W World Champion and Olympic silver medallist Rebecca Giddens and Sam Leaver (GBR). In tomorrow's episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will recap the kayak cross individual results and our first new champions. We will also preview the upcoming women's and men's canoe slalom qualification heats. I will be joined again by co-host Rebecca Giddens (USA). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42146500

Oklahoma City World's preview 07/19/2026

Oklahoma City World's preview We will be bringing you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2026 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap of the last day's racing in Oklahoma City, USA. Today, we will preview what to expect. Host John Gregory is joined by American three-times World's silver medallist Scott Shipley and Mike Knopp, Riversport founder and Head of Competition. In tomorrow's episode, released at 6 am Central Daylight Time, we will introduce you to the first of our Oklahoma City races with the individual kayak cross as the first medal event at these World Championships. I will be joined by former K1W World Champion Rebecca Giddens (USA) and Sam Leaver (GBR). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42140430

Czechia 24 : Rest of the World 24 07/13/2026

Czechia 24 : Rest of the World 24 The Czechia team took half of all the medals available at the 2026 ICF Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross Junior and U23 World Championships in Krakow, Poland. Host John Gregory (gregiej) talks to the two U23 kayak winners, Paulina Pirro (GER) and Sam Leaver (GBR). Our next epsiodes will bring a daily series from the ICF Senior World Championships in Oklahoma City. Each episode will air at 6 am Central Daylight Time, with a preview on July 19. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/42060995

Summer report card 06/18/2026

Summer report card An early summer report card after the ICF World Cup 3 with the canoe slalom and kayak cross winners from Augsburg. Host John Gregory (gregiej) is joined by Ricarda Funk (GER), Jakub Krejci (CZE), Jess Fox (AUS), Raffy Ivaldi (ITA), Manuel Ochoa (ESP), Tereza Kneblova (CZE), and Joe Clarke (GBR). Our next episode will bring results and insights from the junior/U23 World Championships in Krakow, Poland. We are also preparing daily episodes for the senior World Championships in Oklahoma, USA. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/41690950

Seeking flow among family and friends 06/10/2026

Seeking flow among family and friends The spectators and atmosphere helped the athletes seek flow on the fiddly Troja course in Prague, Czechia, for World Cup 2 of the international canoe slalom and kayak cross season. Host John Gregory (gregiej) is joined by each of our winners from World Cup 2 in Prague. Jakub Krejci (CZE), Jess Fox (AUS), Nico Gestin (FRA), Kačka Bekova (CZE), Giovanni de Gennaro (ITA), and Camille Prigent (FRA). Our next epsiode will bring results and insights from World Cup 3 in Augsburg, Germany. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/41597785

Fast start to 2026 season 06/03/2026

Fast start to 2026 season World Cup 1 on the unpredictable Tacen course in Ljubljana, Slovenia set us up for a fast start to the 2026 international canoe slalom and kayak cross season. Host John Gregory (gregiej) is joined by each of the winners from the International Canoe Federation World Cup 1 in Tacen. Xabi Ferrazzi (ITA), Eva Alina Hocevar (SLO), Tereza Kneblova (CZE), Ziga Lin Hocevar (SLO), Camille Prigent (FRA), Sam Leaver (GBR), and Alena Marx (SUI). Our next episode will bring results and insights from World Cup 2 in Prague, Czechia. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/41523250

2026 punter's guide to form 05/20/2026

2026 punter's guide to form Host John Gregory talks to Slovenian siblings Eva Alina Hocevar and Ziga Lin Hocevar ahead of the start of the 2026 canoe slalom and kayak cross season. The ICF World Cup races start in Tacen (Ljubljana, Slovenia) at the end of May. Here is our punter's guide to form and a recap of races in Oceania, the USA, and Europe. Our next episodes will bring results of World Cup race 1. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/41361015

Balancing a life beyond paddling 05/15/2026

Balancing a life beyond paddling A deep dive into Sarah Brennand's valuable new book "Balancing Act: Mastering Work, Wealth and Wellbeing" with the author and one of the featured experts, Adam Burgess. Host John Gregory chats with British executive coach, athlete, and author Sarah Brennand, and Olympic canoe slalom silver medallist Adam Burgess (GBR). The next episode with Eva Alina Hocevar (SLO) and Ziga Lin Hocevar (SLO) brings a preview of the 2026 international canoe slalom season. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/41307365

Five go whitewater paddling 05/07/2026

Five go whitewater paddling Five inspirational individuals were inducted into the International Whitewater Hall of Fame class of 2025. Hear the stories from those who attended the ceremony at the Canadian Canoe Museum and the next day at the Minden Whitewater Preserve honouring Roger Parsons. Host John Gregory chats with Risa Shimoda (USA), Dana Chladek (USA), Danielle Woodward (AUS), Larry Parsons (CAN), Clavey Wendt (USA), Hugh Canard (NZL), Graham Mackereth (UK), and James Cartwright (CAN). Recorded at the Canadian Canoe Museum in Peterborough, Ontario, and Minden Whitewater Preserve, Ontario, Canada. The International Whitewater Hall of Fame is the core program run by the World River Centre. Visit iwhof.org The next episodes include conversations with Adam Burgess (GBR) and Sarah Brennand about her book 'Balanacing Act' and a 2026 season preview with Eva Alina Hocevar (SLO) and Ziga Lin Hocevar (SLO). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/41204455

Pioneer Roger Parsons IWHoF Inductee | Outtake 04/08/2026

Pioneer Roger Parsons IWHoF Inductee | Outtake An outtake with Claudia Kerckhoff van Wijk sharing a story about Canadian Pioneer Roger Parsons as he is inducted into the International Whitewater Hall of Fame (IWHoF). Listen to the previous espiode for the full preview of the IWHoF event at the stunning Canadian Canoe Museum. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/40779060

A resting place for canoes - IWHoF comes to CCM 02/19/2026

A resting place for canoes - IWHoF comes to CCM The International Whitewater Hall of Fame (IWHoF) comes to the Canadian Canoe Museum (CCM) on May 2 for the latest induction ceremony. The CCM is a stunning big house where canoes are resting. Recognized by National Geographic and The New York Times. Host John Gregory chats with special guests Canadian athlete and event chair Claudia Kerckhoff van Wijk, Canadian Canoe Museum Executive Director Carolyn Hyslop, and curator Jeremy Ward. Recorded at the beautiful CCM in Peterborough, Ontario. The IWHoF is the central program of the World River Centre (formed in 2019) which, since 2005, has welcomed over sixty-five inductees from 14 countries. On May 2nd, five inspirational individuals will be inducted: Explorer Roger Parsons (Canada), Champions Dana Chladek (USA) and Danielle Woodward (Australia), and Advocates Hugh Canard (New Zealand) and George Wendt (USA). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/40163290

Our nine multiple class World Champions 02/05/2026

Our nine multiple class World Champions Nine incredible athletes have won ICF Canoe Slalom World Championships in more than one class. Host John Gregory interviews Jana Dukatova (SVK), Fabien Lefevre (FRA/USA), David Florence (GBR), Franz Anton (GER), Vavra Hradilek (CZE), Joe Clarke MBE (GBR), Klaudia Zwolinska (POL), and Jess Fox (AUS). Plus a special guest reflections from legendary US coach Bill Endicott. Our next episode comes from the Canadian Canoe Museum with a preview of the upcoming International Whitewater Hall of Fame induction. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/40011270

Penrith Worlds legacy inspires Oklahoma2026 10/05/2025

Penrith Worlds legacy inspires Oklahoma2026 We brought you a short daily episode from the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships. Today, we recap the whole week of competition in Penrith, Australia. Host John Gregory is joined by the founder of RIVERSPORT, Mike Knopp. Super grateful to all the guests who have supported me this week: Danielle Woodward, Robin Bell, Sam Leaver, Luuka Jones, Mallory Franklin, Joe Jacobi, Natalia Pacierpnik, and Mike Knopp. Andy Maddock again provided the start and end of each episode. The bleeps were recorded at the La Seu Worlds in 2019, and the kayak cross start at the Lee Valley Worlds in 2023. Next month, our usual episode will explore athletes who have won titles across multiple classes. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38467555

Worlds French Polish double gold 10/03/2025

Worlds French Polish double gold We bring you a short daily episode from the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, with a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will recap the canoe semifinals and finals, and preview the kayak semifinals. Host John Gregory is joined by two-time Olympian Natalia Pacierpnik (POL). In tomorrow’s episode, we will recap the kayak cross head-to-head and with a World's wrap-up. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38458905

New World Champions in Sydney 10/02/2025

New World Champions in Sydney We bring you a short daily episode on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will recap the canoe semifinals and finals, and preview the kayak semifinals. Host John Gregory is joined by three-time Olympian Danielel Woodward (AUS). In tomorrow’s episode, released at 6 am AEST, we will recap the kayak finals and preview the kayak cross head-to-head. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38445870

Worlds kayak recap and canoe semifinal preview 10/01/2025

Worlds kayak recap and canoe semifinal preview We bring you a short daily episode on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will recap the kayak heats and teams, and preview the canoe semifinals. Host John Gregory is joined by Olympians Mallory Franklin (GBR) and Joe Jacobi (USA). In tomorrow’s episode, released at 6 am AEST, we will recap the canoe finals and preview the kayak semifinals. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38426870

Worlds canoe and kayak heats 09/30/2025

Worlds canoe and kayak heats We bring you a short daily episode on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will recap the canoe heats and teams, and preview the kayak heats. Host John Gregory is joined by five-time Olympian Luuka Jones (NZL). In tomorrow’s episode, released at 6 am AEST, we will recap the kayak heats and medals awarded in the kayak team races and preview the canoe semifinals. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38410965

Sydney World's first medals awarded 09/29/2025

Sydney World's first medals awarded We will be bringing you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will recap the kayak cross individual results and preview the canoe heats. Host John Gregory is joined by C1 2005 World Champion Robin Bell (AUS). In tomorrow’s episode, released at 6 am AEST, we will recap the canoe heats and medals awarded in the canoe team races and preview the kayak heats with guest five-time Olympian Luuka Jones (NZL). /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38393560

Sydney kayak cross preview 09/28/2025

Sydney kayak cross preview We will be bringing you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will preview what to expect in the kayak cross. Host John Gregory is joined by 2025 World Cup series champion in kayak cross individual, Sam Leaver (GBR). Yesterday's World preview included conversations with two legendary figures of Australian canoe slalom, Olympic silver medallist Danielle Woodward and C1M World Champion Robin Bell. In tomorrow’s episode, released at 6 am AEST, we will recap the medals awarded in the individual kayak cross time trial, appearing for the first time as a medal event at the World Championships, and preview the canoe heats. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38381290

Sydney World's preview 09/27/2025

Sydney World's preview We will be bringing you a short daily episode as we guide you on what to expect the next day at the ICF 2025 Canoe Slalom and Kayak Cross World Championships, and a recap on the last day’s racing in Penrith, Australia. Today, we will preview what to expect. Host John Gregory is joined by two legendary figures of Australian canoe slalom, Olympic silver medallist Danielle Woodward and C1M World Champion Robin Bell. In tomorrow’s episode, released at 6 am AEST, we will introduce you to the first of our Penrith races with the individual kayak cross time trial, appearing for the first time as a medal event at the World Championships. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38376615

British resolve French panache 09/14/2025

British resolve French panache The ICF World Cup final in Augsburg, Germany, proved an exciting climax to the 2025 series in canoe slalom and kayak cross. Host John Gregory (gregiej) chats with Augsburg winners Kimberley Woods (GBR), Anatole Delassus (FRA), and Sam Leaver (GBR), plus K1M World Cup Champion, Titouan Castryck (FRA). Our next series of daily episodes from the ICF World Championships will bring results and what to expect the next day in Penrith, Australia. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38212075

Latest new winners in kayak cross 09/03/2025

Latest new winners in kayak cross The ICF World Cup race 4 in Tacen provided plenty of surprises across canoe slalom and kayak cross. Host John Gregory (gregiej) chats with the two kayak cross head-to-head winners from Tacen, Andrea Herzog (GER) and Mathurin Madoré. Our next episode will feature results and insights from the ICF World Cup final in Augsburg. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/38075565

Exceeding expectations on turquoise Soča River 08/11/2025

Exceeding expectations on turquoise Soča River The European Canoe Association Junior and U23 European Champions in Solkan, Slovenia, brought top paddlers competing across canoe slalom and kayak cross events. Host Joh Gregory (gregiej) chats with U23 European Champions Eva Alina Hocevar (SLO) and Elouan Debliquy (FRA), and Junior European Champions Karolina Abrahamova (SVK) and Anna Simona (ESP). Our next episode will feature results and insights from the remaining two ICF World Cup races in Tacen, Slovenia and Augsburg, Germany. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/37752980

Olympians making a mark at Foix Junior /U23 Worlds 07/24/2025

Olympians making a mark at Foix Junior /U23 Worlds The ICF Junior and U23 World Champions in Foix, France, include six Olympians competing across canoe slalom and kayak cross events. Host Joh Gregory (gregiej) chats with U23 World Champions Titouan Castryck (FRA), Eva Alina Hocevar (SLO), Sam Leaver (GBR), Nick Collier (NZL) and Junior World Champion Ziga Lin Hocevar. Our next episode will feature results and insights from the European Canoe Association Junior / U23 Championships in Solkan, Slovenia. /episode/index/show/icfslalom/id/37540340

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