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In the first episode of 2026 Charlie speaks with new Scottish Diving Talent Pathway Developer Judy Wardlaw about her new role and what it entails. The pair also look ahead to the upcoming Scottish Diving Championships. Also listen out for the new feature ' Aqua Update' where Charlie covers the latest going son in the world of aquatics in Scotland

In the last episode of 2025 Charlie and Scottish National Swimming Coach Ian Wright review the Short Course Season, look back at their 2025 highlights and chat through the preparation so far from Glasgow 2026.

On this episode of The Aqua Pod, Charlie speaks to Ali Campbell and Hannah Luke - both coaches involved in the National water Polo Squads in Scotland. The group review Scottish success at the recent EU Nations tournament, looking at players who most impressed, the challenges faced by teams, and what is to come next.

Charlie hosts the second of two panel discussions from the Learn to Swim 10 year anniversary celebration. He chats to Olympic champion Duncan Scott, Paralympic medallist Toni Shaw and one of the founders of the framework, Alan Lynn

In this special episode of The Aqua Pod, host Charlie chairs a panel discussion with three Scottish Swimming CEOs from over the 10 Years of the National Learn to Swim Framework. Forbes Dunlop, Euan Lowe and John Lunn discuss the early days of Learn to Swim, the importance of partnering with Scottish Water and what the future holds for the framework.

Charlie catches up with University of Stirling Breaststroker Rory Dickson on the latest episode of The Aqua Pod. The pair discuss managing the challenge of joining a big programme like Stirling, the story of his European Under-23 medal in the summer and his memories of watching Scotland's breaststroke stars battling it out in Tollcross at Glasgow 2014

Host Charlie is joined by Colleen Blair MBE and Dr Corrie Smith to discuss Outdoor Swimming in Scotland. The trio chat about the health and social benefits of swimming outdoors, some top tips on how to stay warm, and safety considerations when you take to the water

Host Charlie is joined by Scottish Amateur Swimming Association President Derek McGown to reflect on the 2025 Scottish Swimming Awards!

On this episode host Charlie speak to Adam Smallwood, the new Lead Coach of the Edinburgh Aquatics GB Diving Performance Centre. The pair discuss Adam's vast experience in the sport, including coaching at the Olympics, as well as his motivations for taking up the new role in Edinburgh, and what the future holds for Diving in Scotland

Charlie speaks to Scottish Swimming's National Aquatic Sports Development Manager Victoria Park about Artistic Swimming, Diving, Masters Swimming, Open Water and Water Polo. The pair chat about the five sports, their development over the past few years, and Victoria takes on The Aqua Pod quiz!

Charlie catches up with Scottish Swimming National Coach Ian Wright to discuss: Scottish success in Europe this past monthThe two recent Scottish National competitionsThe upcoming World Championships Ian Wright also takes on The Aqua Pod quiz!

Host Charlie catches up with Commonwealth and European finalist Kara Hanlon about the upcoming Island Games in Orkney, her international career to date, and resilience in the sport of swimming. Charlie also speaks to Inga Burton (Orkney) and Petur Petursson (Shetland) about Orkney 2025, and what the Island Games means to island communities in Scotland.

Host Charlie and co-host Erin are joined by Kirsty Doig from the Darcey Sunshine Foundation for a special podcast on Drowning Prevention Week. The trio discuss Kirsty's journey into Drowning Prevention, the creation of the Darcey Sunshine Foundation and Water Safety in general

Host Charlie is joined by Colleen Blair, member of the International Marathon Swimming Hall of Fame to discuss Open Water Swimming in Scotland and the upcoming National Open Water Championships. Charlie also chats to Pathway Coach Kerry Wood around recent Open Water performances on the International Stage

Host Charlie catches up with Water Polo experts Ali Campbell and Fraser MacNair to preview the upcoming Scottish Cup Final day in Dundee.