The Aqua Pod - Scottish Swimming Podcast

On the 50th episode of The Aqua Pod we chat to three Young Ambassadors about their experiences in the Scottish Swimming Young Volunteer Programme. We also discuss how the Summer of Sport is funding this year's programme!

Host Charlie, and Aquatics Partnership Manager Erin Cummins, are joined by Karen Baxter from 2025 Scottish Water Learn to Swim Provider of the Year, Enjoy East Ren, during Learn to Swim Month.The trio discuss the Provider of the Year award, the learnings and development as a result of entering, and update on Learn to Swim Month.

Host Charlie chats to National Coach Ian Wright at the conclusion of the 2026 swimming season, including his thoughts on Glasgow 2026 and Scottish contribution to British success at the European Championships

Charlie sits down with Swimming Team Leader Ian Wright to look at Team Scotland's chances in the pool ahead of Glasgow 2026.The pair look at relay opportunities, exciting debutants, and his overall aims for the group.

Charlie sits down with Double Olympian Lucy Hope to chat over the full circle moment of appearing at two Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, 12 years apart.They chat through Lucy's memories of 2014, some traditions passed on my Scottish swimmers, and her role as a leader in the 2026 squad.