Rou Chater has conducted a host of interviews over the years, in this podcast he shares some of those conversations with you. Each week he sits down with a new guest to talk about their life and some of the adventures they have been on, interesting things they have done and their achievements. This podcast aims to inspire, educate and intrigue.
50: Brandon Scheid - Water sports athlete turned speed flyer and his incredible recovery from the most horrific crash.
In this conversation, Rou Chater and Brandon Scheid explore the transformative journey of recovery following a life-altering accident. Brandon shares his experiences with hydrofoiling, speed flying, and the addictive nature of the flow state in action sports. They discuss the emotional and physical challenges of brain injury recovery, the importance of support systems, and the journey back to passions like foiling and FPV drones.
The conversation highlights the resilience of the human spirit and the power of finding joy in new pursuits after trauma. In this conversation, Brandon shares his profound journey of recovery following a brain injury, detailing the physical and mental challenges he faced. He discusses the importance of support systems, particularly from loved ones, and how gratitude has played a crucial role in his healing process. The dialogue also explores the evolution of water sports, particularly foiling, and how it has transformed the way enthusiasts engage with the water. Brandon emphasises the significance of perseverance in overcoming obstacles and the joy of rediscovering passions post-injury.
Follow Brandon on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/brandonscheid/)
Watch Brandon Speed Flying (https://www.instagram.com/p/CvA_JC_M07P/?hl=en)
28 Oct 2025
49: Craig Sawyer - Endurance paddleboarder and his adventures on the Yukon 1000 race covering 1000 miles crossing from Canada into Alaska and the Artic Circle unsupported!
Summary
In this episode of the Intriguing Beings podcast, host Rou Chater speaks with Craig Sawyer, a filmmaker and endurance athlete, about his journey from kitesurfing to stand-up paddleboarding (SUP) and his experiences with the challenging Yukon 1000 race. Craig shares insights into the mental and physical demands of endurance racing, the impact of COVID on his plans, and the camaraderie among competitors. The conversation culminates in Craig's return to the Yukon in 2023 to complete the race after a setback in 2022 due to illness. In this engaging conversation, Craig shares his incredible journey through the Yukon 1000, an endurance race that tests the limits of physical and mental strength covering 1000 miles from Canada into Alaska along the mighty Yukon River. He discusses the challenges of planning, the wildlife encounters along the way, and the humorous moments that arise in the wilderness. Craig also delves into the survival strategies he employed for food and hydration, the mental challenges faced during long hours of paddling, and the reflections on crossing the finish line. He concludes with insights into his future adventures and aspirations in the world of paddleboarding and endurance racing.
Push Past Impossible Documentary (https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/video/detail/B0DS5P8GLJ/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r)
SUP Coaching With Craig (www.thesupcoach.co.uk)
SUP Focused Instagram (instagram.com/thesupcoach)
Craigs Film Company: Blue Juice (instagram.com/bluejuicevideo)
17 Sept 2025
48: Dom Moore - Big wave surfer and founder of Surf Sanctuary - A wide ranging chat that takes in big waves, wooly mammoths and the benefits of psilocybin for treating depression, among other things!
Dive into the world of big wave surfing, mental health, and the unexpected benefits of psychedelics for depression with Dom Moore. From tackling the ocean's mightiest waves to exploring the depths of the human mind, this episode certainly covers a lot of bases! Join us for a conversation that spans early humans hunting woolly mammoths to elephants kicking honey badgers. It's all here, as well as the modern challenges of mental wellness. Tune in for insights, laughter, and a great bit of storytelling!
I have added shortcuts to Dom's other episodes and some links to some of the topics we are talking about, too.
"This is a link to a 1000-word blog post I wrote on that idea for research into 'wave of your life' as therapy: " - Dom
https://www.naturalscientific.co.uk/post/beyond-psychedelics-surfing-s-mind-bending-effect-on-mental-health (https://www.naturalscientific.co.uk/post/beyond-psychedelics-surfing-s-mind-bending-effect-on-mental-health)
"And this is the link to the TV series - it's excellent " - Dom
https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80229847 (https://www.netflix.com/gb/title/80229847)
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