The Kite Pod
Episodes
The Kite Pod #8 Steven Akkersdijk / Full Circle
23 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
SummaryIn this engaging conversation, Rou Chater interviews kiteboarding expert Steven Akkersdijk, exploring various aspects of the sport, including t...
The Kite Pod #7: Gary Siskar Gary Siskar: The Quiet Architect Who Helped Shape Modern Kiteboarding
06 Feb 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rou sits down with Gary Siskar, a longtime industry insider whose influence runs deep through modern kiteboarding. From his early day...
The Kite Pod #6: Lewis Crathern / Big Air Legend Signs With Harlem!
30 Jan 2026
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Lewis Crathern shares his journey from being a prominent kiteboarder with Duotone to transitioning to Harlem, a smaller...
The Kite Pod #5: Aaron Hadlow / The GOAT Reminisces, Lets Us Know Freestyle Is Coming Back and Talks About The Future!
12 Nov 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this engaging conversation, Aaron Hadlow reflects on his extensive career in kiteboarding, discussing his early experiences, competitive journey, a...
The Kite Pod #4: Giel Vlugt / Breaking Barriers, Bones and Innovation
24 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this conversation, Rou Chater interviews Giel Vlugt, big air legend, about his journey in the sport, the challenges of teaching, the evolution of k...
The Kite Pod #3 Philipp Becker / Inside Duotone 2026, Innovations, Insights And Marketing In The Modern Age
15 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode, Rou Chater interviews Philipp Becker, the International Communications and Marketing Manager for Duotone Kiteboarding. They discuss t...
The Kite Pod Episode #2: Alexander James Lewis Hughes | Exploring the Evolution of Kiteboarding
07 Oct 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Alexander James Lewis Hughes is one of the originals of the kiteboarding scene, with a storied career spanning twenty-five years. He's also one of...
The Kite Pod Episode #1: Arlin Ladue | Gamifying Kiteboarding with WOO Sports
29 Sep 2025
Contributed by Lukas
Arlin Ladue and Rou Chater discuss the inception and evolution of WOO, a technology that gamifies action sports, particularly kiteboarding. Arlin shar...