Clever Dicks

About 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.

Publisher

Jim & Duncan

Category

sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

1 Nov 2023

Latest episode

21 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

67 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   21 Oct 2026

   E66 - Simon Murie - the man behind SwimTrek!

   Send us Fan Mail Today, we’re chatting with a man who has helped thousands of swimmers discover some of the most incredible open water swimming destinations around the world - Simon Murie, the founder of SwimTrek. Originally from Australia and now based in the UK, Simon’s journey into the world of swimming adventures is anything but conventional. Before founding SwimTrek, he spent years working overseas in the mining industry, while using his spare time to organise open water swimming trips f...

2. 

   12 Oct 2026

   E65 - Marcus Bristol - new Beach Series event owner.

   Send us Fan Mail Our guest is Marcus Bristol, the new owner of the Beach Series, which takes place at Takapuna Beach over the summer. For those who know the Beach Series, you’ll know it’s about much more than just swimming. It’s about getting people outdoors, bringing communities together, and encouraging people of all ages and abilities to get involved. Marcus has a background in events and community services, so he’s no stranger to bringing people together and making things happen. We’ll ch...

3. 

   2 Sept 2026

   E64- Troy Rangi - one Special openwater swimmer.

   Send us Fan Mail This week on SwimScape - The Podcast, we sit down with Auckland open water swimmer Troy Rangi, who shares his inspiring journey as a swimmer with special needs and how he discovered a passion for the open water. From his first experiences in the water to becoming a regular competitor on New Zealand's open water swimming scene, Troy talks openly about what draws him back to the ocean, the challenges he has overcome, and the personal rewards that swimming brings. Troy has been ...

Who has been a guest on Clever Dicks

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Merle Maud
• Shannon House Keegan
• Peter Gibbs

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

193

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Spotify

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 58 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

63

Social presence

0

YouTube

64

Engagement

71

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