David Higginbotham of Rosebud LSC joins the podcast as a guest host to discuss the season so far, and gives his take alongside Nathan on the Victorian crews we've seen hit the water this year.

Will Rodgers (Pt Leo rower and VSRL Youth Lead) joins Meg and Nathan for the next episode of VSRL Boatie Banter.

The trio recap recent events including the Burley Griffin Gift, the VSRL Youth Day and the ASRL Sweep Academy in Bancoora. Will answers questions on his path from Mildura, to the surf coast to Pt Leo, and how he finds enjoyment and inspiration in his rowing.

Meg and Nathan return for Season 2 of the VSRL Boatie Banter Podcast.

In this episode, the pair briefly recap the dreary offseason period before previewing the VSRL Calendar, the Sweeps Day at Bancoora and the VSRL Youth Day. The Jan Juc Jets pop in for an interview to discuss pre race rituals, youth racing and taco-seasoned fried rice.

It is the end of season episode of BOATIE BANTER! Liv Walkinshaw and Aaron Tannahill remain on Boatie Banter long service leave and have left Nathan Waddell and Meg Davey to take the drivers seat.

Discover personal stories and reflective insights from the WAPs who took out GOLD at Aussies, the first Victorian crew to do so in 25 years. We take you inside the world of Aussies Mad Monday as Nathan and Meg chat to some of our finest rowers and sweeps amongst the dance floor of Mad Monday at Kirra. Strap yourself in ... it is as wild as it sounds! We close off the episode with the inaugural Boatie Banter awards, these are the true awards everyone wants to win! It has been a huge season of the podcast and we end it in style!

In the latest episode of Boatie Banter, Aaron, Meg and Nathan dive into all things surf boats in Victoria. The crew touch on the recent movement of surfboat crews to Point Leo, along with a discussion on the noteworthy performances at the recent ASRL Open.

Listeners are treated to insightful discussion of the recent State Titles including a breakdown of results, the pros and cons of two-day states andthe camaraderie and competition among crews.

We discuss a number of topics in 'One Opportunity' which includes the challenges of balancing sport promotion with privacy and ways to improve storytelling within the community.

If you are on the road towards Aussies or relaxing at home picking your fingernails in anticipation for the final showdown, or even if you have zero direct involvement at this time of year, this episode is for you!

It is time for another episode of BOATIE BANTER and for this episode it is all about the road trips! Yes, we break down Collaroy Young Guns from Australia Day Long Weekend with an epic chat with Emily Davey from Williamstown. We then shift our focus to the upcoming ASRL Open at Coffs Harbour. Nathan, Liv and Meg breakdown the results from January including the final state team selection events and Masters State Titles. The dynamic trio also dig deep into some riveting topics sent in from our listeners. It's ASRL Open time! Let's get into it.

In this episode of BOATIE BANTER, Aaron, Liv and Nathan chat with Gary Askew, a stalwart of the Western Region of Victorian Surf Boats. Gary shares his passionate journey from his early beginnings in junior rowing at the Warrnambool Surf Club to his significant contributions and achievements in his time within surf boats.

Listeners will gain insights into Gary's experiences at Port Campbell and his love for surf boat history, as well as the personal stories and memories that have shaped Gary's long-standing commitment to rowing and the surf life saving community.

Ahhh yes! Welcome to a new year and we kick it off with another episode of BOATIE BANTER! Join us as we discuss your questions and topics with passionate reflections on rowing techniques, memories from past races, and where you should be stopping for a post carnival feast.

We talk with Scarlett Blewett on what is required to organise a crew and participate in the toughest surf boat race, the George Bass Marathon, and the camaraderie it fosters among rowers. 18 rowers and sweeps who represented Portsea have just finished the gruelling race, and Scarlett shares her experiences on the podcast. Aaron, Liv and Nathan also preview the month ahead and reflect on what was a jam packed end to the 2024 calendar year.