EPISODE · Aug 24, 2026 · 48 MIN
Mike O'Toole: Water is the Way
from Heavy Hitter Sports · host Host Mark Hochgesang
Mike O’Toole has built a remarkable life around one enduring passion: the water. From launching Gondola Getaway in Long Beach to competing for 41 consecutive years in Venice’s legendary Vogalonga rowing regatta, Mike’s story is one of adventure, authenticity and following the path less traveled. We talk entrepreneurship, Venetian culture, USC memories—and why he believes his sister Maureen may be the greatest athlete ever to come out of Long Beach.Gondala Getaway: https://gondolagetawayinc.com/Listeners, please subscribe to Heavy Hitter Sports wherever you listen to podcasts so that you don't miss any future episodes. Ideally, please also rate & review the show. And share this episode with a coworker, friend or family member who it might benefit. Feel free to reach out if you have suggestions re future episode guests or topics. Mark's contact info is noted below. Many thanks. [email protected]
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Mike O’Toole has built a remarkable life around one enduring passion: the water. From launching Gondola Getaway in Long Beach to competing for 41 consecutive years in Venice’s legendary Vogalonga rowing regatta, Mike’s story is one of adventure, authenticity and following the path less traveled. We talk entrepreneurship, Venetian culture, USC memories—and why he believes his sister Maureen may be the greatest athlete ever to come out of Long Beach. Gondala Getaway: https://gondolagetawayinc.c...
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