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The Coastal Athlete Program

The Coastal Athlete Program

By G.P. Scheppler

"Train Today, Survive Tomorrow" CAP is a podcast for the people who go, in their own words.
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047 – S&C coach Rick Meldrum, MS, to talk about training tactical​ vs sport athletes

The Coastal Athlete ProgramJul 26, 2019

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Ryan Eick - Team Canada, Adaptive Surfing Facilitator, and Waterman

Ryan Eick - Team Canada, Adaptive Surfing Facilitator, and Waterman

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Mar 02, 202201:21:47
Caleb Taylor talks Operation Argo, the current crisis in Ukrain, and about how OAF Nation serves as a forum for the GWOT generation

Caleb Taylor talks Operation Argo, the current crisis in Ukrain, and about how OAF Nation serves as a forum for the GWOT generation

Caleb Taylor is a writer, Emergency Management Specialist with FEMA, and the Brand and Content Manager for OAF Nation. Taylor tells some incredible stories about being on the tarmac when refugees from Afghanistan arrived at Dulles Air Base, how OAF Nation has grow and helped break preconceived notions of the GWOT generation, about social change, and even a little sports at the end.

This is by far one of the most compelling, topical, and interesting podcasts in our channels history. Make sure you don't miss it!
Feb 25, 202201:25:20
The Legend Of Peg Leg McGillyson | OAF Nation
Feb 24, 202205:53
World Champion Joe Jackson!
Feb 21, 202201:09:06
Adaptive Surf League Santa Cruz

Adaptive Surf League Santa Cruz

Check out this episode on Youtube https://youtu.be/z1APHVrH3tA

Follow Martin Pollock @1limbsurfer and Claudio Morales @claudioyeew 

Nov 29, 202121:47
CAP is back! Schep & Joe catch up
Oct 29, 202101:01:27
Sanoe Kauai Lifeguard Association | CAP & KLA Ep.2

Sanoe Kauai Lifeguard Association | CAP & KLA Ep.2

Join Schep and Sanoe as they talk more about the experiences of a KLA lifeguard, in the second edition of the KLA series. These two talk about life on the island and what it takes to be a member of KLA. 

Intro: Sanoe talks about how she got into KLA, her kids and the local pool, a community spot.

8:00 - Schep and Sanoe talk about how you have to have a respect for nature (sharks), when out in the water

11:40 - We talk about the gear Sanoe uses on a daily basis and what its like being an operator and a grabber during a rescue and what it takes to become an operator.

17:00 - “No towers, just a coconut tree.” Sanoe tells Schep how there used to be no towers and how they finally got them.

19:00 - How does she do it? Sanoe explains that she has a great partner and she keeps organized on the job. She also describes how busy the beaches were before covid.

26:00 - Sanoe tells Schep about how being a lifeguard can also be part educator.

34:00 - Sanoe explains why she thinks she might be the only female on KLA.

39:00 - LIGHTNING ROUND. Schep fires off rapid questions for Sanoe

Mar 30, 202145:47
Chris Pico, Kauai Lifeguard Association | CAP & KLA EP.1

Chris Pico, Kauai Lifeguard Association | CAP & KLA EP.1

Join Schep as he sits down to talk with Chris Pico, a lifeguard for Kauai Lifeguard Association (KLA). They talk about equipment and training, as well as rescues and some pretty awful injuries. This is the first installment of a series that Schep is doing with KLA, so stay up to date as he interviews members from this awesome team.

Wanna jump around

Intro - How Pico got into rescue swimming, training and how it was growing up on the Island.

@9:00 Experiences with people getting in trouble on a flat day.

@11:00 How to have fun outside of his job.

@15:00 The lifeguard culture and their relationship with locals.

Pico tells Schep about the awesome programs they have on Kauai, to teach people about how to be safe in the water, including the, JR. Lifeguard program and the Rescue tube program, which are tubes people can find around the beach so anyone can perform a rescue, if need be.

@27:00 How to be authoritative while having a nice demeanor and to tell people the severity of the situation they're in and how. They also talk about surfing and shark activity.

@34:38 Skin fishing and Picos story about swimming with dead fish in sharky water. Sounds fun!

@38:15 Changes in the community and the island, and the relationship with tourists.

Pico also talks about the 2018 flood they had, and rescuing people during it.

@45:00 Picos time on Captain Zodiac and a gnarly story about rescuing a tour boat who tried going through a 2 door cave.

@51:00 Talking with all the different people that come through Hawaii and meeting some interesting people.

@55:00 Gear talk, what kind of equipment Pico uses, jet skies, sleds fins and more.

@1:02:00 Pico talks about the Injuries that come with the job. As well as rehab for his injuries.

@1:10:00 Schep and Pico talk about the podcasts they listen to.

@1:11:00 Picos worst injury he has sustained. Almost lost his leg!

@1:19:00 We close out with Pico and Schep talking about how KLA has impacted the community so much.

Mar 12, 202101:27:41
EP 75 - Brady Tucker; Champion of books, Air Force Veteran, Seeker of Nuance

EP 75 - Brady Tucker; Champion of books, Air Force Veteran, Seeker of Nuance

In this episode, Schep is joined by the creator of “Books Behind the Badge,” Brady Tucker to discuss how his book club got started. They talk about different types of literature they enjoy, ranging from Sci-Fi to poetry, to fictional stories about first responders, written by first responders. They also dive into why it’s so important for the community that first responders and veterans are writing.

Want to skip around?

The guys open the conversation with how they both got so into reading and what they read when they were in the service.

  • @11:45 - Brady talks about how Books Behind the Badge got started and the podcast that goes along with it, that can be heard on whatever it is you use to listen to podcasts on.
  • @ 25:00 Schep and Brady discuss some of Brady’s favorite first responder authors, which include Donna Brown, Bill Mauro, Tammie Bullard.
  • @34:00 Brady discusses why he decided the Airforce was the right path for him and why he wants to become a cop after he getting out of service.
  • @40:00 Both Schep and Brady talk about why it's important to have authors who are either first responders or veterans writing like David Rose, who was on the podcast last week.
  • SHOW NOTES BY DJ PEANUT BUTTER AND PICKLES
Jan 19, 202150:47
EP - 74 David Rose ; Author, World Maker, and Recon Marine
Jan 12, 202101:12:04
EP - 73 Leo Jenkins; Author, Medic, Surfer, Innovator, and the Kerouac of the GWOT

EP - 73 Leo Jenkins; Author, Medic, Surfer, Innovator, and the Kerouac of the GWOT

Listen to the Dead Reckoning Collective's sit down with the godfathers of GWOT writing HERE.

No one is reading these other than Mr. Vo... So this is just present for SEO purposes. Leo Jenkins has served his country, his community, and his family as a warrior medic, fitness guru, journalist, and author. godfathers

Buy Leo's amazing work HERE.

Dec 29, 202001:05:38
EP 72 - Julian Nunn; Nor Cal Freediver, Spear Fisherman, Forager, and Family Man

EP 72 - Julian Nunn; Nor Cal Freediver, Spear Fisherman, Forager, and Family Man

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Dec 03, 202046:16
EP - 71 Taryn Frazelle US Navy SAR Swimmer, Crossfit Games Regional Athlete, and EF Overwatch Executive Search Consultant
Nov 20, 202001:39:15
EP - 70 Steph Lynn, Freediver, catamaran captain, citizen of the sea
Nov 11, 202001:17:12
EP 69 - Simba Surf's Terry Sims & Danny Cortazzo

EP 69 - Simba Surf's Terry Sims & Danny Cortazzo

Terry Sims and Danny Cortazzo drop into the show to talk about the roots of simba surf helmets, the history of brain buckets in the line-up, our duty to protect and mentor future generations of water people, surf lifesaving, rescue swimming and so much more.


If you would like to learn more about Simba Surf please click HERE.

This is not a paid ad or placement episode. The CAP founders are avid supporters of safety equipment and want to talk to anyone innovating in the space. However, if you do buy a helmet make sure to tell them about us and we will send you a free sticker pack!

Nov 02, 202048:23
EP - 68 Nick Betts Master Shooter, Branding Expert, and US Army Veteran

EP - 68 Nick Betts Master Shooter, Branding Expert, and US Army Veteran

Schep sits down with Nick Betts, Master shooter, branding expert, and US Army Veteran, to talk about life as a creative, transitioning from military service, relationships, reinvention, skateboarding, and what makes URT URT amazing!



Oct 27, 202001:20:02
EP - 67 The Marine Rapper aka Raymond Lott

EP - 67 The Marine Rapper aka Raymond Lott

This is a really special episode of the show led Doc. TMR and the Shreddy Yeti have a special little something in common, and we hope you enjoy the moment as much as we did.

TMR tells about the origions of Star Spanagled Banger, how Vet With A Sign inspired a new movement, and the dangers of Bro Vet culture.

The rest of the episode is fire and wanders from TMR's roots in skateboarding and rock music to his exposure to B.I.G.

PULL UP YOUR CREW!

Push ups don't stop suicide. CALL YOUR FRIENDS, COMMUNICATE.


Oct 20, 202001:35:15
EP 66 - Alben Osaki Photographer, Climeber, and Navy Veteran
Oct 14, 202001:03:01
EP - 65 Jake Sonnier, Contract Rescue Swimmer, Navy Veteran, and budding audiophile (Part 2)

EP - 65 Jake Sonnier, Contract Rescue Swimmer, Navy Veteran, and budding audiophile (Part 2)

This episode of the podcast features the return of Jake Sonnier, a contract rescue swimmer, navy veteran, and budding audiophile. This is one of the first times one the show we have the chance to hear from a SAR swimmer at multiple points in their career. When Jake first appeared on the show he was an active duty swimmer, now he works for an oil and gas company in the Gulf of Mexico. The boys bounce around covering his rescue swimmer journeys that took him overseas, to the YMCA in San Diego, and eventually into the private sector.

We drop you right into this conversation between former classmates as they catch up about life, mental health, transition struggles, and how the lens through which they see the world has changed over the last twenty years.

Old SAR dogs learning new tricks... bookmark this one.

We would tell you to like and subscribe, but no one is reading these things, right?

We will prove it too you.

The first four people to message our IG account (@coastalathleteprogram)  "Read the show notes" will get a five sticker pack through whatever form of mail delivery service is still funded.

So Others May Live.

Oct 06, 202047:08
EP - 65 Jake Sonnier, Contract Rescue Swimmer, Navy Veteran, and budding audiophile (Part 1)

EP - 65 Jake Sonnier, Contract Rescue Swimmer, Navy Veteran, and budding audiophile (Part 1)

This episode of the podcast features the return of Jake Sonnier, a contract rescue swimmer, navy veteran, and budding audiophile. This is one of the first times one the show we have the chance to hear from a SAR swimmer at multiple points in their career. When Jake first appeared on the show he was an active duty swimmer, now he works for an oil and gas company in the Gulf of Mexico. The boys bounce around covering his rescue swimmer journeys that took him overseas, to the YMCA in San Diego, and eventually into the private sector.

We drop you right into this conversation between former classmates as they catch up about life, mental health, transition struggles, and how the lens through which they see the world has changed over the last twenty years.

Old SAR dogs learning new tricks... bookmark this one.

We would tell you to like and subscribe, but no one is reading these things, right?

We will prove it too you.

The first four people to message our IG account (@coastalathleteprogram)  "Read the show notes" will get a five sticker pack through whatever form of mail delivery service is still funded.

So Others May Live.

Oct 05, 202039:45
EP 64 - Darien Durr US Navy Rescue Swimmer and Instructor

EP 64 - Darien Durr US Navy Rescue Swimmer and Instructor

Instructor Durr is a legend in the SAR community. He has molded the new generation of SAR swimmers and has been a pioneer for diversity in the special operations community.  Even after 19 years of service, Instructor Durr is just getting started. Never doubt Durr, listen to the episode to find out why.

Since enlisting in 2001, the Rescue Swimmer renaissance man has served under three presidents and grew up in the Global War On Terror (GWOT) while successfully building a family. He cuts his own hair, skates, welds, is a photographer, electrician, marksman, and also does construction. This was a fun and insightful conversation any water rescue professional will enjoy listening to.


Rescue swimmers are selfless individuals who are willing to risk their lives for total strangers, one would hope they are inclusive and welcoming of the best candidates regardless of skin color.  Sadly, that is not the case.  But with heroes like Instructor Durr, we all just may have a chance to get through all this division.

Oh... and Schep gushes.

FOLLOW DURR

INSTAGRAM

@SINNERSNITMARE

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SINNERSNITMARE


Necque.

Sep 21, 202001:05:44
EP 63 - Danny & Schep argue in a small space

EP 63 - Danny & Schep argue in a small space

Clickbait is a hell of a drug.

Are you still listening to the show? Do you read the show notes?

If you do, today's your lucky day.

If you message us on Instagram (@coastalathleteprogram) and tell us your three favorite episodes.... You will get a limited edition sticker set in the mail.


Make sure to include your name and mailing address at the bottom of the message to get your free CAP sticker pack.

Sep 08, 202001:01:60
EP 62 - GarageCast, The Boys turn a garage into a sweat lodge
Aug 15, 202018:42
EP 61 Jim Seimas Sports Editor of the Santa Cruz Sentinel
Aug 07, 202057:14
CAP Cast 24JUL20
Jul 25, 202053:51
CAP Cast 17JUL20

CAP Cast 17JUL20

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Jul 18, 202048:55
CAP Cast 10JUL20

CAP Cast 10JUL20

New England defeated the Montreal Impact 1-0 with a goal from Gustavo Bou in the 56'th minute.

Theory Henry took a knee for 8 minutes and 46 seconds.

The San Jose Quakes take on the Seatle Sounders tonight on ESPN at 6 pm PST

Here is the updated bracket for the MLS IS BACK tournament

Cabrillo College baseball alumni Clayton Andrews has been added to the Milwaukee Brewers 60-man player pool, yesterday according to Steve Adams of MLB Trade Rumors.

Andrews has been nasty through two seasons of AA and lower baseball striking out 12.8 batters per nine innings, with a 1.016 WHIP. (Talk about what whip is)

The 5’6” lefty reliever also contributes as an outfielder. In his minor league career, he has played the field in 74 games with 69 plate appearances, during which he hit for a .333 average.

This could make players who can do both infinitely more value in the COVID era.

Normally baseball can source the active minor leagues for talent that is regularly seeing live-action. That won’t be the case this year, so these 60 player pools have to be stoked with players they can trust to stay involved and working.

I had a great interview with Clayton, I think I may finally release it here.

The Blue Jays have announce that they are moving one of baseball’s future stars to first base, per Ben Nicholson-Smith of Sportsnet (via Twitter).

Last year little Vlad committed 17 errors in 94 starts at third base.

This move isn’t a surprise, he wasnt going to win a gold glove at third and the wear and tear on first basemen is minimal.

Buster Posey has announced that he will opt out of the 2020 season, citing that he and his wife have recently adopted twin sisters born prematurely who are currently still in Neonatal Intensive Care Unit.

President of baseball ops Farnham Ziedi and manager Gabe Capler have voiced their full support of Posey’s decision.

The Giants will be fine. If this crazy thing goes off after all, this forces the orginizations hand to call up Joey Bart.

Bart, a former Harwich Mariner in the Cape Cod summer league, through two seasons in the minors has hit for a .284 average with a .875 OPS. He also has some pop with 29 home runs and 29 doubles in 517 at bats.

Thats 275 total bases on 147 hits.

For more on this read Kery Crowely’s excellent piece in the Merc. Linked HERE

Jul 11, 202055:51
Pitch By Pitch Podcast 09JUL20
Jul 09, 202024:14
CAP Cast 03JUL20

CAP Cast 03JUL20

Interviews with bodysurfers at the All Siders Bodysurfing club meetup!



Jul 04, 202025:15
EP. 61 Rob Garnet One More Wave, Chief Of Operations

EP. 61 Rob Garnet One More Wave, Chief Of Operations

On this episode of the show, the boys welcome One More Wave Chief Of Operations Rob Garnet to talk about surf therapy, the roots of One More Wave, and how the mission has evolved over time.



Jul 01, 202056:42
CAP Cast 26Jun20
Jun 26, 202034:20
EP 60 - Judy Fridono & Surf Dog Ricochet
Jun 24, 202049:53
CAP Cast 19JUN20
Jun 20, 202039:08
Ep 59 Jon Gaffney, Waterman and Writer

Ep 59 Jon Gaffney, Waterman and Writer

On this episode of the podcast the boy's host writer and waterman Jon Gaffney and his tales of surfing the frigid breaks of Maine. 

Jon talks about being on the bleeding edge of Van Life, his experience working as a product journalist, what it takes to surf the icy north, and what he wears when his life depends on it. 

At one point, Schep gushes about Jon's influence on his career and how a visit to Santa Cruz set wheels in motion still turning to this day.


Jun 18, 202001:02:28
58 SuperbiscutSC founder Jason Hackforth

58 SuperbiscutSC founder Jason Hackforth

Superbiscut founder, hand plane shaper and traveling waterman Jason Hackforth joins the boys to talk about his trip to the BSR Surf Ranch in Texas including some great tips for first-time wave pool riders, what motivated him to become an artist in the bodysurfing space, innovations in hand plane propulsion, the sexy new 7" Yuccas, and how to pick the right feet wings for the job.

FOLLOW SUPERBISCUT ON IG @SUPERBISCUTSC

You are definitely going to want to head on over to youtube to watch the raw and unedited version of the episode, Jason shows us the guts and bolts of his hand shaping studio!


Make sure to check out Ep 21 for our first interview with Jason from back in the day.

Jun 14, 202053:27
CAP Cast 09JUN20

CAP Cast 09JUN20

The boys talk about the recent fatal shark attack in Australia, how the USLA has handled COVID-19 information and instruction, and about what it means to cancel the 2020 South Jeresy Lifesaving CompetitionJersey season.


Jun 11, 202025:11
CAP Cast 29 MAY 2020
May 30, 202046:32
CAP Cast 21 MAY 20

CAP Cast 21 MAY 20

From the creators of The Coastal Athlete Program Podcast comes to a new current events show delving into from around the world ranging from sports to foreign policy. Welcome to the revolution, does anyone read these anymore?

May 27, 202054:07
57 Brent Allen Marine Conservation Activist & Water Protector
May 21, 202001:15:01
56 – Always check your ‘MUTE’ status before providing feedback
May 14, 202052:29
055 – Jose Martinez, One More Wave rider and motivational speaker

055 – Jose Martinez, One More Wave rider and motivational speaker

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Jose joins the boys to talk about working for the cartels before serving in the United States Army and how he has adjusted to life as a triple amputee. This is a can’t miss episode!<br />
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Would you like to support One More Wave? They sponsor our founders as well as over 300 other veterans around the country. Please CLICK HERE to see how you can support the mission.<br />
May 06, 202001:02:37
054 – Salt Water & Sand Colonics and Santa Cruz Surfer Interviews
Apr 30, 202029:40
53 – Help A Surf Warrior Get Back On The Waves
Apr 22, 202001:08:51
052 – Alex Jones Bathed In Patchouli Oil
Apr 14, 202043:55
051 – To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Danny White

051 – To Wong Foo, Thanks For Everything! Danny White

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On this episode of the podcast, the boys talk about what they got up too over the most recent publishing break. <br />
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Let’s just say Danny got a peek behind the curtain at local performing art eating establishment in San Jose. <br />
Apr 07, 202029:39
050 – How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love COVID-19

050 – How I Learned To Stop Worrying and Love COVID-19

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Mar 29, 202028:54
049 – The New York Yankees honor a living legend
Aug 26, 201931:41
045 – Bodyboarder Slater Thompson
Jul 31, 201931:02
048 – Slater’s guild to Orange County
Jul 30, 201929:39
042 – Remembering Tommy Dilley; Father, educator, lifesaver
Jul 29, 201947:39