The Gather

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Alicia Cushman, Kim O'Connell, Ed Hasecke and Jessica Lenard

English Health & Fitness Hobbies Leisure Sports Explicit

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Episodes 13

Avg. Duration 27m

Activity Highly Active

Apple Rating ★ 5.0 (2)

Since Dec 2025

Latest Episode Apr 2026

Publishing Details

Schedule

Every 2 Weeks

Format

Episodic

Consistency

86%

Hosting

feeds.castos.com

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About This Podcast

In rowing, the term gather refers to a technique where the rowers pause slightly at the finish of the stroke. This micropause, as the boat is at its fastest point, allows for a brief, almost imperceptible moment where rowers sync up their strokes, gathering their bodies perfectly together as the boat moves underneath them and they prepare to move forward as one towards their next catch. Merriam-Webster defines “gather” as “to bring together.” For us, The Gather takes both concepts and combines them into one: a place where we gather as friends that, through rowing, have become family, where we can talk about the passion that brought us all together. Rowing has a way of doing that–gathering people into its fold from all walks of life. Kids putting their hands on an oar for the first time, octogenarians looking for a way to stay gently active, competitors who push through weather, pain and defeat for that one chance at perfection, rowers who just love that feel of the boat gliding across the water and the sound of the oars clicking as one, the parents and spectators who fall in love with the sport from the banks of the river watching the beauty and grace of the rowers flying over the water while the birds race them from above, coaches who see the things the rest of us don’t and inspire new generations of rowers to see beyond what was and to become something better…. and so much more. Rowing has a way of gathering people into its fold and holding us there - no matter where we are in life. This is a podcast for all of you! For those who hold a love for the sport like we do; for those who are searching for it, and for all of you in between! Welcome to The Gather - an independent podcast about rowing and life. Episodes will be shared bi-weekly.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 13: The Connection

Apr 06, 2026 32m

Connection in rowing is one of those things everyone talks about… and almost no one can neatly define. In this episode of The Gather Podcast, we break down how your body becomes the literal power…

Episode 12: The 2k

Mar 23, 2026 31m

Ever wondered why rowers talk about a “2k” like it’s both a badge of honor and a mild trauma? It’s 2,000 meters of adrenaline, pain cave negotiations, and a very loud conversation with your own…

Episode 11: Body Sequence

Mar 09, 2026 23m

Ever watched a rower and thought “they must have strong arms?” Spoiler alert: it’s actually more legs! In this episode, we break down the sequence of the rowing stroke and why the order matters.…

Episode 10: The Stroke Rate

Feb 23, 2026 29m

Ever listened to a rower throw around “thirty rate twenty” or “rating up!” and thought… are we counting or casting spells? In Episode 10 of The Gather, we break down why 20 strokes per minute can be…

Episode 9: The Split

Feb 09, 2026 28m

Ever heard a rower talking about their split and wondered what it actually means? It’s just a number on the screen… and somehow the loudest voice in the boat. Part stopwatch, part truth serum, it…

Episode 8: ERGs and Winter Conditioning

Jan 26, 2026 29m

Ever wonder what rowers do when the water freezes? Do they just hibernate? Spoiler: Nope. We erg. A lot. Hear about it in this episode as we dive into ERGing and winter conditioning.

Episode 7: Special Guest Russell Topp

Jan 12, 2026 47m

Inspired by a Ted Lasso–level belief in people over scoreboards, this episode dives into how Russell Topp built a powerhouse rowing program by putting kids first. Yes, the wins are historic—but the…

Episode 6: Sculling vs. Sweeping

Dec 29, 2025 28m

Is sweeping vs sculling the rowing world's version of skiing vs snowboarding – a quirky split where the gear, the vibe and the whole personality of the ride suddenly change with one simple choice?…

Episode 5: Boat Orientation

Dec 15, 2025 24m

Ever wondered why there is no left or right in rowing? In this episode, we'll dive into the terms bow, stern, port, starboard and discuss how seeing the world from different perspectives matters…

Episode 4: The Crew

Dec 15, 2025 31m

9 people in the boat, 8 seats, and only 6 have numbers. Makes perfect sense right? Ever wondered why shenangigans always seem to involve 3 seat, and stroke seats walk around like they own the…

Episode 3: Coxswains

Dec 01, 2025 21m

How do coxswains shape a crew's chemistry, confidence, and chaos into a well synchronised machine? Who is your own personal coxswain outside of the shell? We'll discuss that and more in this…

Episode 2: Head Racing

Dec 01, 2025 28m

Crashes, time trials, freezing water and leaves in the rudder – in this episode find out what makes fall racing so unique and, outside of the shell, how we each have our own personal head races to…

Episode 1: Welcome to The Gather!

Dec 01, 2025 21m

What if there was a podcast that dove into the world of rowing – its culture, quirks, chaos and quiet brilliance – to reveal a sport far more accessible and relatable to life off the water than…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does The Gather have?

The Gather has published 13 episodes since December 2025, covering topics in Health & Fitness, Hobbies.

Is The Gather still active?

The Gather is currently highly active with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 27m.

How do I contact The Gather for sponsorship or guest appearances?