Clever Dicks
Welcome to SwimScape - THE PODCAST — where New Zealand’s open water comes to life. Join Duncan and Jim as they dive into the stories behind the swims, the swimmers, and the adventures that make our waters special. From everyday ocean lovers to record-setting legends, we chat with the people who inspire us to explore further, swim longer, and enjoy every stroke. Whether you’re training for your next event or just love the sea, this is your place to connect with the world of open water swimming.
Podcasting since 2023 • 55 episodes
Clever Dicks
Latest Episodes
E54 - Gráinne Moss - The Jelly Fish Magnet.
Born in Ireland, Gráinne Moss discovered her love for open water early, completing the English Channel swim in 1987. Now based in New Zealand, she’s a mother of four, a respected CEO, and an endurance swimmer on a mission to swim in as many of ...
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Episode 54
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52:47
E53 - Ivan Polyntcev - Dancing in the Waves
This episode of Clever Dicks dives into the story of a man whose journey has taken him from the dance floors of Russia to the deep, cold waters of New Zealand.Ivan Polyntcev is one of those rare people who embodies both grace and grit, a...
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Episode 53
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56:22
E52 - Stacey Balich - a British Fur Seal.
Today's special guest is Stacey Balich - an open-water and ice swimmer from New Zealand, a passionate educator and volunteer who swims everything from coastal crossings to sub-5°C lake swims. Stacey joins us to talk about the physical side of e...
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Episode 52
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49:24
E51 - Dean Madsen - Training for a 40km Swim with Parkinsons.
This week we sit down with Auckland swimmer Dean Madsen — a man who knows what it means to push limits in and out of the water. Dean’s journey started in the world of triathlon and Ironman, where endurance and grit became part of his DNA. These...
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Episode 51
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48:23
E50 - Brian Gray - 150km River swim down the Waikato!
This chat is about a remarkable Kiwi story of grit, brains, and a touch of madness. We welcome back Brian Gray – a Kiwi Master Swimmer with a heart as big as the Waikato River itself. Brian recently swam an astonishing 150 km's down that ...
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Episode 50
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