{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"Paddles Ready","title":"EP12: East Meets West: Paddles Ready Goes to China with Mr Luo","html":"","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3990,"description":"East Meets West: Paddles Ready Goes to China with Mr. LuoWhat happens when you sit down with one of the most influential figures in modern dragon boating?In this special episode of Paddles Ready, Dougie and Hando sit down for a fascinating conversation with Mr. Luo, founder of Champion Boats and a passionate advocate for the growth and evolution of dragon boating worldwide live in the studio.From the origins of Champion Boats to the rise of Ice Dragon Boats and Land Dragon Boats, Mr. Luo shares his vision for expanding the sport beyond traditional racing and introducing dragon boating to entirely new audiences.The conversation explores the unique relationship between China's dragon boating culture and the rapidly growing international community, highlighting opportunities to connect paddlers from East and West through shared passion, innovation, and respect for the sport's rich heritage.đŸ”„ In this episode:The story behind Champion Boats and their global impact How Ice Dragon Boats are creating new opportunities for winter competition The rise of Land Dragon Boats and school-based participation programs Why China remains at the heart of dragon boating's development How dragon boating can continue growing globally through collaboration and innovation Plus:👉 60 Seconds with Dougie featuring Wendy👉 Hot Take of the Week: Is dragon boating doing enough to attract the next generation of paddlers?This episode is a unique look at where dragon boating has come from, where it is today, and where it could be heading in the future.🌏 Visit paddlesready.com🎧 Subscribe and follow to stay connected to the global paddle community.","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/g9vPE77aj-FfxIVa0T7RvQUDWd2_aSDp2JJUloZw76A/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS8xNjll/ODMzZTVjY2RiYWMx/ZTk1ODIxOWUzMTQw/Y2NlNy5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}