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Clever Dicks
Jim & Duncan
49 episodes
4 days ago
Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re heading to the icy waters of Saint Bathans, where a remarkable group of swimmers braved temperatures of less than five degrees Celsius. Under the guidance of Ice Swimming President Roger Soulsby, these athletes pushed the very limits of physical endurance in one of the most breathtaking – and brutal – environments in New Zealand. But this challenge wasn’t faced alone. Alongside the swimmers were an incredible team of water safety officers, medics, doct...
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Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re heading to the icy waters of Saint Bathans, where a remarkable group of swimmers braved temperatures of less than five degrees Celsius. Under the guidance of Ice Swimming President Roger Soulsby, these athletes pushed the very limits of physical endurance in one of the most breathtaking – and brutal – environments in New Zealand. But this challenge wasn’t faced alone. Alongside the swimmers were an incredible team of water safety officers, medics, doct...
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Clever Dicks
E48 - NZ Ice Swimming Champs - St Bathans 2025
Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re heading to the icy waters of Saint Bathans, where a remarkable group of swimmers braved temperatures of less than five degrees Celsius. Under the guidance of Ice Swimming President Roger Soulsby, these athletes pushed the very limits of physical endurance in one of the most breathtaking – and brutal – environments in New Zealand. But this challenge wasn’t faced alone. Alongside the swimmers were an incredible team of water safety officers, medics, doct...
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3 days ago
34 minutes

Clever Dicks
E47 - Duncan Grant - Swimming with MS
Send us a text Today we’re joined by a man whose story will make you laugh, make you think, and maybe even make you tear up a little. He’s a Kiwi swimmer, a fighter, a smiler, and a guy who’s learning how to navigate life with a whole lot of heart – and with multiple sclerosis tagging along for the ride. Duncan Grant has spent years in and around the water, but these days, the real challenge isn’t the ocean – it’s the daily grind of living with MS. And yet, you’d never know it from his attitu...
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2 weeks ago
44 minutes

Clever Dicks
E46 - Mike King - Funny Swimming.
Send us a text He’s one of New Zealand’s most loved, straight-talking comedians, a mental health advocate, and the force behind I AM HOPE – the movement that’s changing the way Kiwis think about mental health. He’s been on stages around the world, behind the mic, in schools, in parliament – and now, he’s with us… a sort of honorary Clever Dick. Today, we’re sitting down with Mike King – to hear not just about his journey through life, laughter, and loss – but also his evolving relations...
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1 month ago
57 minutes

Clever Dicks
E45 - Merle Maud - Swim Smooth Coach, Ironman, and Open Water Swimmer.
Send us a text Hey legends, welcome back to The Clever Dicks Open Water Podcast — where we dive deep into the minds of swimmers, coaches, and salty sea legends from around the world. Today, we’ve got an absolute ripper of a guest. She’s fast, she’s fierce, and she knows her stuff — it’s the amazing Merle Maud! Merle’s not just your average lane cruiser — she’s a certified Swim Smooth Coach, a seasoned Ironman athlete, and a passionate marathon swimmer who’s helping Aucklanders of all stripes ...
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1 month ago
1 hour 13 minutes

Clever Dicks
E44 - Shannon House Keegan - The Water Relationship Expert.
Send us a text Shannon House Keegan is an American marathon swimmer whose open water accomplishments stretch across many different bodies of water. From the mighty SCAR Challenge, to Lake Memphremagog to Lake George, Shannon has swum through some iconic and challenging waters. And when she’s not swimming, she’s talking – as the host of Intrepid Waters, a podcast where she explores the mental, physical, and emotional depths of open water swimming with fellow aquatic adventurers. With a he...
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2 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Clever Dicks
E43 - Peter Gibbs - Old Salt, New Adventures.
Send us a text In this episode we dive into the life of Peter Gibbs—a spirited adventurer from Nelson, New Zealand. Peter's journey from triathlon to the open waters of Abel Tasman National Park showcases his enduring passion for endurance sports. As a seasoned writer, he shares tales of his aquatic escapades and the vibrant community that surrounds them. Join us as we explore Peter's stories of resilience, camaraderie, and the call of the sea.
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2 months ago
50 minutes

Clever Dicks
E42 - Mark Lenaarts - my Cook Strait story!
Send us a text After four and a half years of relentless training, countless setbacks, and a swim dream rooted in childhood memories, Mark finally conquered the mighty Cook Strait. What started off as a tribute to long summer days at the Te Awamutu Swimming Baths—run by his late father, Cor—evolved into a powerful personal journey of resilience, love, and legacy. Pushed by a deep family connection to swimming but also a desire to inspire his wife Michelle and their three young children,...
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3 months ago
1 hour 23 minutes

Clever Dicks
E41 - Safeswim - a users guide for Open Water Swimmers.
Send us a text Today we’re diving into a fantastic tool designed to help everyday Kiwis enjoy our beautiful beaches more safely - Safeswim. Safeswim has had some bad press within the Open Water Swimming Community, but when you remember that it was built for the general public — families, casual swimmers, and anyone heading to the beach — giving clear, accessible information so you can make safe and confident decisions before getting in the water, it starts making more sense. The p...
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3 months ago
1 hour 3 minutes

Clever Dicks
E40 - Neil Agius - Longest unassisted, current neutral ocean swim EVER.
Send us a text Today we dive deep into the mind of an extraordinary human pushing the limits of what’s possible. Our guest is not just swimming in uncharted waters — he’s owning them. From the sun-soaked shores of Malta to the icy depths of world records, Neil Agius has redefined what it means to go the distance. A former Olympian turned ultra-endurance marathon swimmer, Neil etched his name in history with his jaw-dropping 142.3km swim around Malta — the longest unassisted, current neutral o...
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4 months ago
1 hour

Clever Dicks
E39 - Jan Steenkamp - Bigger, Better Jan!
Send us a text Welcome to the Clever Dicks Swim Podcast, where we dive into the stories of passionate open water swimmers who push the limits of endurance and determination. Today, we’re talking to Jan Steenkamp, an inspiring swimmer based in Auckland. Jan’s journey in the water began in high school, but it was eight years ago when he decided to get back into the water with a mission. In one of the most ambitious feats in the world of open water swimming, Jan attempted the daunting 80km...
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4 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Clever Dicks
E38 - Jono Ridler - 99km and a washing machine!
Send us a text In this episode, we dive into the swim journey of ultra-marathon swimmer Jono Ridler, whose relentless determination took him from a debilitating shoulder injury to one of the most awe-inspiring endurance feats in New Zealand’s waters—his 99km, 33-hour swim from Great Barrier Island to Takapuna. Jono shares the mental and physical battles he faced, from hallucinations to the discipline required to balance elite-level swimming with everyday life. We explore the mindset that fuel...
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5 months ago
1 hour 16 minutes

Clever Dicks
E37 - Nick Edwards - Cook Strait charity swim for Ovarian Cancer! Please donate.
Send us a text Today, we’re a little late in flying the flag in support of Nick Edwards, who made a gallant effort for 13 hours swimming across this massive stretch of water called the Cook Strait, battling fierce currents, icy temps, and unpredictable conditions. Unfortunately the ocean was not working with Nick today and the cold and huge currents put an end to his swim. But, he was not out there swimming on his own - his swim was to raise awareness for ovarian cancer, a disease...
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5 months ago
1 minute

Clever Dicks
E36 - Milton Brest - Neoprene, Eskimo's, testosterone and a swim from Panama to Colombia!
Send us a text Milton Brest is not just a businessman from Johannesburg—he’s a force of nature. A former karate athlete, he has taken on some of the world’s most extreme open-water challenges, from braving the icy waters of the Bering Strait to swimming the treacherous currents around Alcatraz and Robben Island, meeting Eskimo's and swimming at the Base Camp of Everest. Training just steps away from the legendary Ellis Park Stadium, the home of Springbok rugby, Milton is no stranger to discip...
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5 months ago
57 minutes

Clever Dicks
E35 - Corrina Connor - The Swimming Librarian.
Send us a text Episode 35 sees the Clever Dicks chat with a true force in the world of open water swimming, Wellington’s very own Corrina Connor. She’s conquered the relentless currents of Foveaux Strait, battled the unpredictable Cook Strait, and taken on the vast, stunning Lake Taupō - completing New Zealand’s prestigious Triple Crown of Swimming. But Corrina is much more than just an endurance athlete—she’s also a musician, a librarian, and, as anyone who knows her will tell you, an absolu...
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6 months ago
58 minutes

Clever Dicks
E34 - Mary Fisher - Swimming into the Dark!
Send us a text Welcome to Clever Dicks, where we dive into the stories of extraordinary athletes who have redefined their sports and inspired the world. Today, we spotlight Mary Fisher, one of New Zealand’s most decorated Paralympic swimmers. Born with a visual impairment, Mary didn’t just overcome obstacles—she shattered records. A Paralympic gold medalist, world champion, and multiple world record-holder, she dominated the pool in events ranging from sprint freestyle to backstroke and medle...
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6 months ago
53 minutes

Clever Dicks
E33 - Alex Dunkley - Open Water Guru in need of a haircut.
Send us a text Today, we're thrilled to introduce a guest who’s taking the open water swimming scene by storm: Alex Dunkley. Alex is a young swimmer from Auckland starting out on his open water journey and learning some of the tricks of the trade. Recently back from a swim camp in Australia, although dominant in New Zealand, Alex now knows he have massive room for further improvement. Known for his lightning speed and unwavering determination, Alex has carved a name for himself as an unstoppa...
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7 months ago
56 minutes

Clever Dicks
E32 - Amy Appelhans Gubser - all the way from San Francisco.
Send us a text Amy is the first person to swim the 29.7 miles or 48km's from San Francisco to the Farallon Island, dodging the sharks and the cold. She chats about balancing shift work as a pediatric nurse and her training, being a granny, and some of her other swims including swimming around Manhattan Island, Gibraltar Strait, North Channel and the Catalina Channel. Tough lady!
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7 months ago
39 minutes

Clever Dicks
E31 - Duncan Kukard, our very own Clever Dick support swimmer.
Send us a text In this episode, Jim interviews Duncan! As some of our listeners may know Duncan swims with an intellectually handicapped young Fijian swimmer, Shazeel. Duncan and Shazeel recently swam 20 km around Rangitoto island in the Hauraki coast, right next to Auckland. We talk about what it means to be a support swimmer and how Shazeel's mum helps, gets him ready and ensures he understands as well as possible. We then talk about the practicalities of the swim, clockwise or anti-clockw...
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7 months ago
42 minutes

Clever Dicks
E30 - Cameron Stanley - pool swimming, marathon swimming and traffic management.
Send us a text In this episode, Duncan & Jim chat with Cameron Stanley, an ex-national swimmer and all-around great guy. Cameron's impressive swimming career saw him represent New Zealand and hold a national backstroke record, showcasing his talent in the pool. Never one to shy away from a challenge, he also set a world record for the ice 100m IM, proving his resilience in some of the coldest waters imaginable. After his competitive days, Cameron moved into coaching, sharing his expertise...
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8 months ago
49 minutes

Clever Dicks
E29 - Laura Quilter - competitive swimmer and online coach
Send us a text In this episode Duncan & Jim talk to Laura Quilter Laura is a competitive swimmer who has represented New Zealand at the commonwealth games and at world championships. She also represented New Zealand at surf lifesaving and was surf lifesaving sportswoman of the year in 2013. We met Laura in Alexandra where she came down to try and set some world records in the shorter events (which she did) but the stayed on and did the 500m and 1km. Laura is a great advocate for swimming ...
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8 months ago
59 minutes

Clever Dicks
Send us a text In today’s episode, we’re heading to the icy waters of Saint Bathans, where a remarkable group of swimmers braved temperatures of less than five degrees Celsius. Under the guidance of Ice Swimming President Roger Soulsby, these athletes pushed the very limits of physical endurance in one of the most breathtaking – and brutal – environments in New Zealand. But this challenge wasn’t faced alone. Alongside the swimmers were an incredible team of water safety officers, medics, doct...