Steady State Podcast
1) Lasting Legacy: 60 Years of The Head Of The Charles Regatta
In 2025, the Head of the Charles regatta celebrates 60 years - so we thought it was a perfect opportunity to reflect and look ahead at this event that brings together thousands of rowers and fans to t...Show More
2) S6E20: How Sue Ryan Reclaimed Her Body with Rowing
Sue Ryan came to rowing through her journey as a breast cancer survivor, and she’s embraced the sport as both a challenge and a source of community. We talk about how the sport helped her move past ch...Show More
3) The Business of Rowing: Inside RITA's Vision for the Sport
Think of all the companies represented in your boathouse. Maybe it’s boats manufactured by Vespoli, Pocock, or Hudson, and ergs and oars by Concept2. Maybe your coach keeps communications going using ...Show More
4) S6E18: How IRC Pulled Off the Biggest LTR. Ever.
Indianapolis Rowing Center was like lots of other clubs, running several small Learn to Row sessions each year but struggling with retention. Then IRC rower, coach, and brand new Board member Lisa Sti...Show More
5) S6E17 - Oceans of Purpose: How Jordan Hanssen Found Meaning Through Rowing
Jordan Hanssen was like plenty of other college rowers who felt he had more to prove on the water. So after graduation he committed to training with a goal of making the National Team. But when he spo...Show More
6) S5E16: Send it! With RCRC’s Lea Park-Kim
Lea Park-Kim wanted to row in college, but realized she couldn’t give it the time and dedication she wanted. For her it was all or nothing so she stepped away to focus on academics. Several years late...Show More
7) S6E15 - A Brain Injury, An Erg, and a Stubborn Will to Keep Going
Carolyn Webster-Stratton had been an active masters rower when she flipped over her handlebars while out for a bike ride in 2013. She can’t remember the first two weeks after the accident, but clearly...Show More
8) S6E14: Tap Into Your Potential with Cara Stawicki
Cara Stawicki won gold in the LW2- at the 2019 World Championships, but struggled with confidence for years. A well-meaning phrase: “you have so much potential” was repeated so often she wondered why ...Show More
9) S6E13 - Coastal Rowing Pioneers: Ben Booth and Mark Oria
In this episode of Steady State Podcast, we dive into the world of coastal rowing and beach sprints with guests Ben Booth and Mark Oria, co-authors of the new book ’Ride the Waves: A Complete Guide to...Show More
10) S6E12 - A Long Talk's Proven Formula: Information + Empathy = Action
Kamal Carter and Kyle Williams, founders of A Long Talk About The Uncomfortable Truth, an organization that became a Unity Partner with USRowing in Fall 2024. A Long Talk leads activation experiences ...Show More