St Pete SALT

By St Pete SALT Podcast presented by Cross SUP

Sports & Recreation Outdoor Fitness & Nutrition

What's St Pete SALT about?

The St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast has questions. Christian Cook, waterman and creator of Cross SUP, and Jason Green, poser, are on a mission to find answers.

(Cross SUP, by the way, is a multi-level cross training program for balance dependent and endurance water sports.)

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St Pete SALT episodes:

12.17.2020
St Pete SALT #51: Mickael Boutboul
Believe it or not, it has been one year to the day since our last podcast! In the fifty-first episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, Chris talks with Mickael Boutboul. Be sure to subscribe to...
12.17.2019
St Pete SALT #50: Katelyn Grady and Jenny Miller: The Body Electric Yoga and Athletic Companies
In the fiftieth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Katelyn Grady and Jenny Miller, owners of The Body Electric Yoga and Athletic Companies. During the episode, we discuss the "BE" Athletic, opening...
12.06.2019
St Pete SALT #49: Lindsay Cross, environmental scientist, yogi, paddler
In the forty-ninth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Lindsay Cross. During the episode, we discuss environmental science, activism and outreach, yoga, paddling, singing and so much more! Be sure to subscribe...
11.29.2019
St Pete SALT #48: Shannon Walaker, paddler, athlete, all around great person
In the forty-eighth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Shannon Walaker. During the episode, we discuss cold weather, warm weather, paddling, sharks, Hawaii and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to...
08.08.2019
St Pete SALT #47: Max Cook
In the forty-seventh episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Max Cook. During the episode, we discuss the Gorge Outrigger Canoe race, the Maui to Molokai crossing, junkfood, basketball and anything else important to...
04.05.2019
St Pete SALT #46: Cross SUP All-Stars
In the forty-sixth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Matt Barlow, Max Cook, Noah Cook, Katelyn Grady and Emily Updegraff. During the episode, we discuss the upcoming Maui to Molokai crossing.
03.29.2019
St Pete SALT #45: Bruce Denson, Florida Cup organizer
In the forty-fifth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Bruce Denson. During the episode, we discuss the upcoming Florida Cup 2019, and much more! Find out more about the Florida Cup 2019...
03.22.2019
St Pete SALT #44: Drew Di Piero, tattoo artist, surfer, skimmer
In the forty-fourth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Drew Di Piero. During the episode, we discuss tattoos, surfing, skimboarding, broken bones, boxing and so much more! Learn more about Drew at...
03.01.2019
St Pete SALT #43: Christian Cook, motivation, vision
In the forty-third episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we discuss motivation, vision and keeping the pressure. Really great discussion, you don't want to miss this one! Be sure to subscribe to the show and...
01.18.2019
St Pete SALT #42: Christian Cook, downwinding
In the forty-second episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we discuss downwinding, Guadeloupe and OC surfing. Lot's of great tips, you don't want to miss this one! Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow...
12.13.2018
St Pete SALT #41: Katelyn Grady, competitive paddler, yogi, athlete
In the forty-first episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Katelyn Grady. During the episode, we discuss yoga, paddling, racing, Hawaii and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show and...
11.30.2018
St Pete SALT #40: Christian Cook
This is the fortieth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast. Just listen to it, it's good. Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow us at www.youtube.com/crosssup!
11.09.2018
St Pete SALT #39: Rick Downs, water skier, athlete
In the thirty-ninth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Rick Downs. During the episode, we discuss water skiing, yoga, "the Fonz" and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show...
11.02.2018
St Pete SALT #38: Emily Updegraff, post Chattajack discussion
In the thirty-eighth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Emily Updegraff about her Chattajack win, upcoming races, inspirations and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show and follow us...
10.18.2018
St Pete SALT #37: Christian Cook, upcoming races
In the thirty-seventh episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, I talk with Christian Cook. During the episode, we discuss red tide, upcoming races, training and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
09.21.2018
St Pete SALT #36: Alix Emery, yogi, life coach
In the thirty-sixth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Alix Emery. During the episode, we discuss yoga, personal growth and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
09.07.2018
St Pete SALT #35: Mickael Boutboul, outrigger paddler
In the thirty-fifth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Mickael Boutboul. During the episode, we discuss paddling, France, this podcast and so much more! So sorry about the technical difficulties in the...
08.22.2018
St Pete SALT #34: Zachary Cole, outrigger paddler
In the thirty-fourth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Zach Cole. During the episode, we discuss paddling, sharks, paddle babies and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
08.16.2018
St Pete SALT #33: Dani Mae, macrophage of earth
In the thirty-third episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Dani Mae. During the episode, we discuss yoga, poker, free-diving and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
08.08.2018
St Pete SALT #32: Christian Cook, on being motivated
In the thirty-second episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, Christian talks about how he stays motivated on days that he just doesn't want to be motivated. Be sure to subscribe to the show!
07.25.2018
St Pete SALT #31: Kyle Kaman, waterman
In the thirty-first episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Kyle Kaman. During the episode, we discuss surfing, paddling, kite boarding, saving lives and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the...
07.11.2018
St Pete SALT #30: Rissa Wray, Thai massage, yogi, teacher
In the thirtieth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Rissa Wray. During the episode, we discuss Thai massage, yoga, religion, couples massage and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the...
07.04.2018
St Pete SALT #29: The Cook boys
In the twenty ninth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with 66.6% of the Cook boys. During the episode, we discuss paddling, surfing, Spam, skating and so much more! Be sure to subscribe...
06.27.2018
St Pete SALT #28: Brad Parotto, Crossfit competitor and trainer
In the twenty eighth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Brad Parotto. During the episode, we discuss training, inspiration, tattoos and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
06.20.2018
St Pete SALT #27: Christian Cook, free diving
In the twenty seventh episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Christian Cook about his first free diving adventure! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
06.13.2018
St Pete SALT #26: Pat Grause, surfer, paddler, waterman, military veteran
In the twenty sixth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Pat Grause. During the episode, we discuss paddling, free-diving, surfing, military service, motorcycles and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to...
06.06.2018
St Pete SALT #25: Dylan McClain, free-diver, surfer, firefighter
In the twenty fifth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Dylan McClain. During the episode, we discuss free-diving, surfing, firefighting, chickens and so much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
05.30.2018
St Pete SALT #24: Ryan Carroll, coach, athlete
In the twenty fourth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Ryan Carroll. During the episode, we discuss coaching, nutrition, free-diving and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
05.23.2018
St Pete SALT #23: Jade Skinner, yogi, cross trainer
In the twenty third episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Jade Skinner. During the episode, we discuss yoga, breathing, Mysore and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
05.16.2018
St Pete SALT #22: Anna Kuhlow, super fit athlete and super person
In the twenty second episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Anna Kuhlow. During the episode, we discuss paddling, Hawaii, proposals and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
05.09.2018
St Pete SALT #21: Tetauria Putoa, world top 100 paddler
In the twenty first episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Tetauria Putoa. During the episode, we discuss paddling, Polynesia and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
04.11.2018
St Pete SALT #20: Dana Hart, paddler, man of mystery
In the twentieth (yep, we made it to 20!) episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Dana Hart. During the episode, we laugh (a lot), we discuss paddling, fights and much more! Be...
04.04.2018
St Pete SALT #19: Ralf Steitz, sailor, paddler
In the nineteenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Ralf Steitz. During the episode, we laugh, we discuss paddling, sailing and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
03.28.2018
St Pete SALT #18: Christian Cook, M2O/M2M races
In the eighteenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Christian Cook. During the episode, we discuss Hawaii races, shave ice and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
03.21.2018
St Pete SALT #17: Aaron Cook, family man, funny guy
In the seventeenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Aaron Cook. During the episode, we laugh, we discuss the Cook family, childhood and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
03.14.2018
St Pete SALT #16: Claudia Klenke, paddler, business owner
In the sixteenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Claudia Klenke. During the episode, we discuss paddling, Germany and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
03.07.2018
St Pete SALT #15: Hildren Francis, paddler, athlete, competitor
In the fifteenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Hildren Francis. During the episode, we discuss paddling, competing, dragon boats and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
02.28.2018
St Pete SALT #14: Emily Updegraff, paddler, athlete, improv comedian
In the fourteenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Emily Updegraff. During the episode, we discuss paddling, improv, Chinese food stomach aches and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
02.21.2018
St Pete SALT #13: Dave Murray, lifelong waterman and McDonald's franchisee
In the thirteenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Dave Murray. During the episode, we discuss family, paddling, Canadian Loons, business ownership and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
02.14.2018
St Pete SALT #12: Christian Cook, training on and off the water
In the twelfth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Christian Cook about training and paddling. Be sure to subscribe to the show!
02.01.2018
St Pete SALT #10: Bruce Denson, attorney, paddler, event organizer
In the tenth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Bruce Denson. During the episode, we discuss family, "What Not to Wear," making the world a better place through paddling, and much more!...
01.17.2018
St Pete SALT #09: Lindsay Alvestad, athlete, entrepreneur
In the ninth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Lindsay Alvestad. During the episode, we discuss childhood, CrossFit, gym mirrors, working past your "limits," and much more! Be sure to subscribe to...
01.10.2018
St Pete SALT #08: Kaleb, Noah and Max Cook
In the eighth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Chris' sons Kaleb (20), Noah (16) and Max (15). During the episode, we discuss surfing, paddling, and rotted half pipes. We laugh, we...
01.04.2018
St Pete SALT #07: Dalton Jewett, waterman, local entrepreneur
In the seventh episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Dalton Jewett. During the episode, we discuss surfing, paddling, sun paste, and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
12.27.2017
St Pete SALT #06: Dr. Steven Updegraff, renown ophthalmologist, paddler
In the sixth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Dr. Steven Updegraff. During the episode, we discuss paddling, eyeball touching, family and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
12.13.2017
St Pete SALT #05: Steven Ashton, nutritionist, athlete, entrepreneur
In the fifth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Steven Ashton. During the episode, we discuss nutrition, training, crickets, family and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
11.30.2017
St Pete SALT #04: Pat Klemawesch, musician, physician, waterman
In the fourth episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Pat Klemawesch. During the episode, we discuss paddling, music, family and much more! Be sure to subscribe to the show!
11.09.2017
St Pete SALT #03: Katelyn Grady, The Body Electric Yoga Company
In the third episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk with Katelyn Grady, co-owner of The Body Electric Yoga Company. During the episode, we discuss yoga, rock climbing, paddling, mindfulness and family! Be sure...
10.23.2017
St Pete SALT #02: Christian Cook, the athlete
In the second episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we talk more with Christian Cook, Cross SUP creator. During the episode, we discuss training and the water. We talk about what he does, why he...
10.06.2017
St Pete SALT #01: Christian Cook, the person
In the premier episode of the St Pete SALT (Stories About Local Talent) podcast, we get to know Christian Cook, Cross SUP creator on a more personal level. In it, he talks about family, childhood, his military service...

What's St Pete SALT about?

Download our free app to listen on your phone

St Pete SALT episodes:

St Pete SALT #51: Mickael Boutboul

St Pete SALT #50: Katelyn Grady and Jenny Miller: The Body Electric Yoga and Athletic Companies

St Pete SALT #49: Lindsay Cross, environmental scientist, yogi, paddler

St Pete SALT #48: Shannon Walaker, paddler, athlete, all around great person

St Pete SALT #47: Max Cook

St Pete SALT #46: Cross SUP All-Stars

St Pete SALT #45: Bruce Denson, Florida Cup organizer

St Pete SALT #44: Drew Di Piero, tattoo artist, surfer, skimmer

St Pete SALT #43: Christian Cook, motivation, vision

St Pete SALT #42: Christian Cook, downwinding

St Pete SALT #41: Katelyn Grady, competitive paddler, yogi, athlete

St Pete SALT #40: Christian Cook

St Pete SALT #39: Rick Downs, water skier, athlete

St Pete SALT #38: Emily Updegraff, post Chattajack discussion

St Pete SALT #37: Christian Cook, upcoming races

St Pete SALT #36: Alix Emery, yogi, life coach

St Pete SALT #35: Mickael Boutboul, outrigger paddler

St Pete SALT #34: Zachary Cole, outrigger paddler

St Pete SALT #33: Dani Mae, macrophage of earth

St Pete SALT #32: Christian Cook, on being motivated

St Pete SALT #31: Kyle Kaman, waterman

St Pete SALT #30: Rissa Wray, Thai massage, yogi, teacher

St Pete SALT #29: The Cook boys

St Pete SALT #28: Brad Parotto, Crossfit competitor and trainer

St Pete SALT #27: Christian Cook, free diving

St Pete SALT #26: Pat Grause, surfer, paddler, waterman, military veteran

St Pete SALT #25: Dylan McClain, free-diver, surfer, firefighter

St Pete SALT #24: Ryan Carroll, coach, athlete

St Pete SALT #23: Jade Skinner, yogi, cross trainer

St Pete SALT #22: Anna Kuhlow, super fit athlete and super person

St Pete SALT #21: Tetauria Putoa, world top 100 paddler

St Pete SALT #20: Dana Hart, paddler, man of mystery

St Pete SALT #19: Ralf Steitz, sailor, paddler

St Pete SALT #18: Christian Cook, M2O/M2M races

St Pete SALT #17: Aaron Cook, family man, funny guy

St Pete SALT #16: Claudia Klenke, paddler, business owner

St Pete SALT #15: Hildren Francis, paddler, athlete, competitor

St Pete SALT #14: Emily Updegraff, paddler, athlete, improv comedian

St Pete SALT #13: Dave Murray, lifelong waterman and McDonald's franchisee

St Pete SALT #12: Christian Cook, training on and off the water

St Pete SALT #10: Bruce Denson, attorney, paddler, event organizer

St Pete SALT #09: Lindsay Alvestad, athlete, entrepreneur

St Pete SALT #08: Kaleb, Noah and Max Cook

St Pete SALT #07: Dalton Jewett, waterman, local entrepreneur

St Pete SALT #06: Dr. Steven Updegraff, renown ophthalmologist, paddler

St Pete SALT #05: Steven Ashton, nutritionist, athlete, entrepreneur

St Pete SALT #04: Pat Klemawesch, musician, physician, waterman

St Pete SALT #03: Katelyn Grady, The Body Electric Yoga Company

St Pete SALT #02: Christian Cook, the athlete

St Pete SALT #01: Christian Cook, the person