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Stories from the Water

Where land meets water, an invitation lingers—not just between elements, but between versions of yourself. You could remain on shore—where it's safe, familiar, predictable. Or you could cross into the unknown.Stories from the Water is where we dive into the courage it takes to begin, the resilience that keeps us moving forward, and the wisdom that only emerges in the space between.If you have ever stood at the edge of a body of water and wondered what it would be like to swim to the other side, you're in good company. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer, aspiring adventurer, or just someone intrigued by the water's mysterious pull, allow these stories to reveal what lies beneath the surface—not just of the water, but of ourselves.

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    Edward "Ted" Lomicka's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailEdward (“Ted”) Lomicka is a healthcare finance and innovation strategist at Community Health Systems and an adjunct professor at Vanderbilt University. He is also a husband to Michelle and father of two daughters, Ashton and Emory. Ted, an American ultra-endurance triathlete and marathon swimmer, is known for pursuing large-scale endurance challenges. He has completed 35 IRONMAN triathlons, including the 2016 IRONMAN World Championship, as well as two ULTRAMAN triathlons, including the 2019 ULTRAMAN World Championship.  He has also finished the first five sequential events in the ANVIL ultra-distance triathlon race series, ranging from 140.6 miles to 703.0 miles.  In the open water, Ted Lomicka has completed the Kaiwi Channel crossing from Molokai to Oahu, multiple Caribbean marathon swims, and most recently, the Triple Maui Nui Swim—becoming the first man and second person in history to complete the 34-mile, three-channel, nonstop crossing. He is currently writing First to Five: The Five Hammers of a Do Anything Mindset, a forthcoming book exploring the psychological frameworks, preparation strategies, and decision-making principles that drive ultra-endurance performance and other high-stakes pursuits. He trains in Tennessee and competes internationally. He holds a Bachelor of Arts from Tulane University and an MBA from Vanderbilt’s Owen Graduate School of Management.Contact Ted on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/TedLomicka/This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Chris Ballard's Swim Story

    Send us Fan Mail​Chris is a journalist and the author of five books. The latest, The Plunge: Maverick Swimmers, an Unlikely Quest, and the Transformative Power of Cold Water, it is a globe-trotting narrative about swimmers, the science of discomfort, and the psychology of endurance. Lynne Cox called it "brilliant."  Jeff Pearlman described it as "masterful" and "life-affirming." And Adam Grant deemed it, "mesmerizing," adding, "I still loathe cold water but I loved this book."Booklist and Publisher's Weekly gave it starred reviews, describing it as "entertaining," "ambitious," "thrumming with energy," and "a jubilant exploration."You can pre-order at Simon & Schuster.For two decades, I was a Senior Writer at Sports Illustrated, writing features, profiles, and investigations. My work has also appeared in The New York Times Magazine, the Los Angeles Times, National Geographic, and other publications.This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Lev Goldberg's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailLev Goldberg (he/him) became the first openly transgender person to swim across Lake Ontario or any Great Lake on September 3, 2025, finishing his crossing in 24 hours 25 minutes and 15 seconds. He is currently working towards becoming the first openly transgender person to swim across all 5 Great Lakes, and is training to swim 55km across Lake Huron in August 2026, raising funds for LGBT Youthline. Although gender dysphoria led him to stop swimming at age 9, he found his way back to the water at age 27 after a eighteen-year hiatus and quickly began to dream of marathon swimming. Less than three years later, he swam across Lake Ontario raising $7,000 for LGBT Youthline, a peer support service for 2SLGBTQ+ youth in Ontario.Lev was born in Philadelphia and moved to Toronto to attend university thirteen years ago, where he now works as a therapist supporting 2SLGBTQ+ youth. He is also an avid runner and has completed more than twenty running races including two full marathons. You can learn more about Lev and his swims at levswimslakes.ca, @lev.swims.lakes on instagram, and @the.leviathn on Tiktok.This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    What am I trying to prove?

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. Support the show

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    Heidi Shafford's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Leslie Hamilton's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Anna-Carin Nordin's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Catch up with Marathon Swimmer Amy Ennion

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    What's Your Relationship with the Water?

    Send us Fan MailFind out more about Ocean Conservancy, A Healthy Ocean and Thriving Planet Forever and for Everyone: Homepage - Ocean ConservancyFind out more about Podcastathon: Welcome | PodcasthonThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. Support the show

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    Veruska De Vita's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailVeruska De Vita is a learner free diver, open-water swimmer and author who encourages everyone to have a deeper respect for the sea. Her non-fiction book Deep Blue – why we love the sea, launched in 2025 and is available on amazon.com @veruskadevitaThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Kelsey Maloney's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailKelsey moves slowly and intentionally through the world, weaving together her interests of swimming, storytelling, dancing, writing, grief, nature, and connection. She's an Open Floor Movement Teacher, inviting people to deepen their relationship with themselves and each other (www.fireandmoss.com). She's bicycled across multiple countries, self-published three books, and currently lives in Bellingham, WA. This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide. Subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Lizzie’s Way Back to the Water

    Send us Fan MailBorn in Kent, England but now live in the Rhondda Valleys in South Wales. I am a recreational runner and I work on the World’s fastest seated Zipline. I learnt to ride a bike at aged 42 and learnt how it feels to move through water at aged 52... I’m definitely a late starter! I now have a whole new dimension within my life and my dream of snorkeling a coral reef is finally within sight!This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide. Subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Keep the stories coming by supporting the show.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, reach out to me.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Learning How to Stay

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide. Subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. Support the show

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    Hilary Topper's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailThis episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide. Subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Hilary Topper is a USA Triathlon Coach Level 1, ESCI Coach, USMS Swim Coach Level 3,  RRCA Run Coach, WOWSA Open Water Coach, and an Adult Learn to Swim Coach. She’s a blogger for http://www.ATriathletesDiary.com, where she writes about everything swim, bike, and run. She also has a lifestyle blog, http://www.HilaryTopper.com, and a podcast.  She’s the author of four books. Her last two books focused on endurance sports, with the latest one, Unlocking the Triathlon: The Beginner’s Guide to Competing in a Triathlon, recently released. She is also an adjunct professor at both Hofstra University and Fairleigh Dickinson University, where she teaches digital marketing.Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    What the Water Taught Me in 2025

    Send us Fan MailIn this 2025 Year in Review, I reflect on the lessons swimming continues to teach me—about trust, awareness, and moving through uncertainty with more ease.Drawing from open water swims, coaching experiences, and everyday moments, this episode explores how the water becomes a teacher when we slow down enough to listen. Rather than focusing on outcomes or performance, it’s a reflection on process, patience, and what shifts beneath the surface over time.Whether you swim for fitness, adventure, or personal growth, this episode invites you to look back on your own year with curiosity—and carry what matters forward.Subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water and join me at The Water's Edge!Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Support the show

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    Erica Mertz' Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Join me for your best year yet at The Water's Edge.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Berhard Hengl's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Join me for your best year yet at The Water's Edge.Bernhard Hengl is an (wannabe) ultra-marathon swimmer, keynote speaker, and former captain of the Austrian national water polo team. Years after overcoming cancer, he founded The Alpine Seven – a series of long-distance swims across seven iconic Alpine lakes. His mission: to raise awareness for people living with illness. Illness is not a taboo!In 2025, he became the first Austrian to swim the full length of Lake Constance – 65 km in just under 26 hours. With his message “High Performance starts with Resilience,” he now inspires people and organizations to transform resilience into true high performance.https://bernhardhengl.com/https://www.nfkinder.at/unterstuetzen/alpine7/?cfd=94lok#cffQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Deep Dive: Mighty Memphre Recap

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Nanci Luna Jimenez' Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Finding Presence with SwimMastery's Tracey Baumann

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Cat Breed's Next Big Swim

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Deep Dive: Will Ellis' Latest Adventures

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Barbara Hernandez' Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting Guide Want to watch? Episodes now available on YouTube!Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by http://254studio.comMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Caitlyn O'Reily's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by 254 StudioMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Brian Gray's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by 254 StudioMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Deep Dive: Lorelei Schmidt's Molokai Adventure

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by 254 StudioMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Introducing The Clever Dick's Podcast

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by 254 StudioMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Claudia Hanson's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by 254 StudioMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Deep Dive: Coaching Swimmers for their first Marathon with Melissa Donaldson

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    The Story of the Mayan Channel Swim

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Lorelei Schmidt's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Gina Harden's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Epic Bill's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Deep Dive: Brisbane Swimmers take on the Derwent River

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Halani Moss-Vete's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Peter Hancock's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Beth Cook's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me! Stories from the Water is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Deep Dive: Lake Shasta Retelling

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Gabi Rojas' Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFeeling inspired? Sign Up for a Free Goal Setting GuideQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest, email me!Stories from the Water is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Introducing Swim Beyond the Breakers Open Water Summit

    Send us Fan MailThis years event has concluded. Check out @swim_beyond_the_breakers and swimbeyondthebreakers.com for details and to sign up for the next one!Support the Marathon Swim Story project here.Join curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd LantrySupport the show

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    Simon Griffiths Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Get a copy of Simon's book Swim Wild & Free on Amazon.Check out Outdoor Swimmer: Outdoor Swimmer - Wild Swimming News, Features, Gear and TipsJoin curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Coach Tracey Baumann on How to Make Swimming Easier

    Send us Fan MailSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Get a copy of The Swim Mastery Way on Amazon.Check out the SwimMastery website: http://SwimMastery.online Join curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Scott Cotten's Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Join curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Join a supportive, worldwide, group of limit pushers at The Marathon Swimming CollectiveMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Dr. Wallace J. Nichols on Blue Mind

    Send us Fan MailJoin curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Terri Dietz Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailJoin curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Melissa Donaldson’s Marathon Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Join curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comQuestions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Join a supportive, worldwide, group of limit pushers at The Marathon Swimming CollectiveMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Kim Miller's Marathon Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailJoin curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Nadine Bennett’s Marathon Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailJoin curious swimmers applying the lessons from the water to improve their life, dive into the Swim Smart Community!Get our FREE Goal Setting Guide: http://intrepidwater.comFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me!Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Music credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Melissa Kegler's Marathon Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me! mailto:[email protected] in touch by joining our email list at http://intrepidwater.comJoin me on Mighty Networks! https://intrepid-water.mn.co/plans/314110?bundle_token=f5f441002848cff80b45e39e24e22f19&utm_source=manualJoin a supportive, worldwide, group of limit pushers at The Marathon Swimming CollectiveMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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    Will Hodgess' Marathon Swim Story

    Send us Fan MailFind bio, pictures, and more at http://marathonswimstories.comSupport the Marathon Swim Story project here.Marathon Swim Stories is produced by Maxi Frini: https://www.maxifrini.com/Questions, comments, feedback, or if you'd like to be a guest on Marathon Swim Stories, email me! mailto:[email protected] in touch by joining our email list at http://intrepidwater.comJoin me on Mighty Networks! https://intrepid-water.mn.co/plans/314110?bundle_token=f5f441002848cff80b45e39e24e22f19&utm_source=manualJoin a supportive, worldwide, group of limit pushers at The Marathon Swimming CollectiveMusic credit:Epic Inspiration  by Rafael KruxLink: https://filmmusic.io/song/5447-epic-inspiration-License: http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/Swimming sounds courtesy of swimmer Todd Lantry. You don’t need a big goal to reach out — just curiosity. If you’re wondering about Swimbound, email me at [email protected]. Support the show

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Where land meets water, an invitation lingers—not just between elements, but between versions of yourself. You could remain on shore—where it's safe, familiar, predictable. Or you could cross into the unknown.Stories from the Water is where we dive into the courage it takes to begin, the resilience that keeps us moving forward, and the wisdom that only emerges in the space between.If you have ever stood at the edge of a body of water and wondered what it would be like to swim to the other side, you're in good company. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer, aspiring adventurer, or just someone intrigued by the water's mysterious pull, allow these stories to reveal what lies beneath the surface—not just of the water, but of ourselves.

HOSTED BY

Shannon Keegan founder of Intrepid Water

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Where land meets water, an invitation lingers—not just between elements, but between versions of yourself. You could remain on shore—where it's safe, familiar, predictable. Or you could cross into the unknown.Stories from the Water is where we dive into the courage it takes to begin, the resilience...

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Stories from the Water is created and hosted by Shannon Keegan founder of Intrepid Water.
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