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lenn was a central figure in the Hoboken punk scene, fronting the band "a" in the late '70s and then The Individuals in the early '80s. His next band, Rage to Live, was the first release from Bar/None records in 1986, and Glenn then joined the label as a partner and signed They Might Be Giants, Yo La Tengo, etc. He started recording his own music again in the early 2010's and has now released three albums as Glenn Morrow's Cry for Help. We discuss "Sweater Weather" (and listen at the end to "That's That") from Our Final Album Vol. 1 (2026), "Our World" by The Individuals from Fields (1982), and "Swimmer" from the self-titled album (1986) by Rage to Live. Intro: "Yellowed Pages" from 2 (2020). More at glenn-morrow.com. Hear more Nakedly Examined Music at nakedlyexaminedmusic.com. Support us at patreon.com/nakedlyexaminedmusic.
Hello, Puzzlers! Today: A.J. & Greg cook up some spicy hot food-themed puzzles.Join host A.J. Jacobs and his guests as they puzzle–and laugh–their way through new spins on old favorites, like anagrams and palindromes, as well as quirky originals.Subscribe to Hello, Puzzlers! wherever you get your podcasts! And come join our growing puzzle community over on Patreon, where you can find bonus episodes and other exclusive content!Our executive producers are Neely Lohmann and Adam Neuhaus of Neuhaus Ideas.The show is produced by Claire Bidigare-Curtis.Our Chief Puzzle Officer is Greg Pliska. Our associate producer is Andrea Schoenberg.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Triathletes come to the sport from all kinds of backgrounds. Some discover it from scratch, while others bring years of experience in another discipline. For Coach Will Usher, that foundation was swimming. In this episode, Will shares how his background as a swimmer shaped his journey across all three disciplines. He breaks down the advantages and challenges that come with a swimming background, including how those strengths translated to cycling and running and where he had to adapt. Whether you're a lifelong swimmer or completely new to the sport, this episode is packed with tangible tips to help you balance swimming, cycling, and running and prepare for your next race.
Ask a question hereNatalie Hood continues her conversation with Dewey Case of the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code, separating cold-plunge science from wellness-industry hype.Cold plunges may be popular, but cold water changes chemical reaction rates, sanitizer performance, testing accuracy, and the body's physiological response. Being young, athletic, or highly experienced around water does not make anyone immune to blood-sugar crashes, loss of consciousness, drowning, or other emergencies.Natalie and Dewey discuss why cold-water samples should be allowed to warm before testing, why commercial plunges should strongly consider supplemental treatment such as UV, ozone, or advanced oxidation, and why a quick pre-entry rinse can remove a surprising amount of contamination before it enters a very small body of water.They also address the biggest myth of all: because someone only spends a few minutes in a cold plunge, the risk must be low. The exposure may be short, but the risks are not necessarily smaller—they are simply different.Topics discussed include:Why even healthy, conditioned athletes can experience emergenciesThe dangers of using a cold plunge, pool, or spa aloneHow cold temperatures affect water-testing reactionsWhy cold samples should be capped and warmed before testingReduced sanitizer reaction rates in cold waterWhy small water volume and heavy bather loads create greater riskThe value of UV, ozone, and advanced oxidationSweat, ammonia, urea, dirt, and everything else bathers drag into the waterWhy pre-entry showers matterHow a simple rinse can substantially reduce contaminantsWhy short exposure does not automatically mean low riskThe importance of supervision, maintenance, testing, and operator diligenceThe takeaway is simple: be diligent. Know what the water is doing, test it regularly, maintain the vessel properly, and never assume that experience or physical fitness makes someone bulletproof.Download the Cold Water Venue Guidance from the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code.Natalie also shares an update on her Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Swim Challenge. She will swim more than 21 miles across three open-water marathon events to benefit Every Child a Swimmer through her fundraiser, She Swims So They Can.Special thanks to campaign sponsors Revved Up Apparel, H2Flow Controls, Tenjam, and Talking Pools Podcast. Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com
The Tragic Case of Molly Bish Molly Bish was 16 years old and working as a lifeguard at Comins Pond in Warren. She'd only been working there about a week on June 27th, 2000 when her mother dropped her off for her 10:00 shift. Swimmers would be arriving any minute, but just minutes later when they started piling in for swim lessons, there was no lifeguard on duty. In a matter of minutes Molly vanished, but it would be three years before her partial remains would be discovered, and over twenty with no answers. This case remains unsolved to this day, although the investigation is very much active. **Anyone With information about the Molly Bish case should call the State Police tip line at 508-453-7575 Morbid Chats With Heather Bish Before recording episode 214, The Tragic Case of Molly Bish, we reached out to Molly's sister Heather who has been working tirelessly to get Molly's case solved. Heather was kind enough to join us for an episode to give us an inside scoop on all the work she's been doing to get Molly's case solved, and just to let us in on who Molly was as a sister, a daughter and as a friend. Let's all work together and get this case solved! TO HELP YOU CAN: Call the MA state police with any tips regarding Molly's case at 508-453-7575 Contact your regional State Legislator to ask them to support S1595, An act permitting familial searching and partial DNA matches in investigating certain unsolved crimes. (You can find their numbers and email here:Molly Bish Foundation Sources:https://www.courant.com/news/connecticut/hc-xpm-2003-06-22-0306220015-story.htmlhttps://www.telegram.com/article/20090128/NEWS/901280281https://www.boston25news.com/news/molly-bish-rodney-stanger-may-have-crossed-paths-1/141310989/https://www.bizjournals.com/boston/blog/mass_roundup/2013/09/molly-bish-remains-palmer-racetrack.htmlhttps://storiesoftheunsolved.com/2019/04/10/the-murder-of-molly-bish/: https://www.masslive.com/news/2013/09/family_of_murdered_teenager_mo.html Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
There's no rest for some of our Commonwealth Games medallists with the swimmers back competing in the pool this week. A 15-strong New Zealand team is preparing to take on some of the world's best at the Pan Pacific Swimming Championships in California, which is the first time the competition has been held in eight years. Sports reporter Felicity Reid spoke to Melissa Chan-Green.
How and why do art and Summer join forces? Art, and visual arts especially, show imminent change–but so does Summer and its ideal of creative flow. How did–or did not–art speak of the climate emergency, gender policing, the war–in short, of loss? What role does this hot and luscious season play in the hubris of conquest, or the black hole of grief? Art curator and writer Joana P. R. Neves, our host, reminisces about Agnes Martin and John Cheever, and their opposing ideas of Summer and of creation, touching on two paintings by David Hockney and a poignant text by Luigi Pirandello. Joana loved a text sent to her by its author, Vittorio Zappa, on Substack, that guided the last part of the episode, leading to its denouement. Is Summer the season of creative flow of life and art making, full of light and sensorial stimuli? Is creativity about desire or meditative art? Or are all these myths, perpetuated by capitalist simplifications? Has art contributed to create them? Or has it always been alerting us to the cruelty of change via Art Wonderment, the art of paradox?Did you enjoy the episode? Think about supporting Exhibitionistas by leaving a small donation: https://buymeacoffee.com/exhibitionistaThe painting A Bigger Splash, 1967, by David Hockney, is the epitome of hubristic summer. But it hides another painting, Portrait of an Artist (Pool with two figures), 1972, with a far more poignant story: they both tell the extremes of summer, and investigate the very special artifice telling a story of desire, change, loss and healing? Sign up for a tiered monthly support: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2624749/monetization/supporter_settings Your contribution keeps us going.Joana P. R. Neves reads a text by Vittorio Zappa: https://substack.com/@vittoriozappa/p-209760240Other references include:The Swimmer, John Cheever, 1964, New Yorker.The Swimmer, a film by Frank Perry, 1968.Did the episode stir Art Wonderment memories? Share them via text or voice message.Support the showCreated & Hosted by Dr. Joana P. R. Neves, art curator and writer with over 20 years of experience in the contemporary art field. Artistic director of Drawing Now Paris since 2018, she has worked across the industry, from the art market to education. She co-launched the art residency and project space Worlding in 2020. Exhibitionistas' first year offered exhibition discussions with guest co-host Emily Harding; organically, it grew into a more experimental show exploring art topics, stories and interviews complemented by Joana's publication Art Thinkosaurus on Substack. She champions ‘Art Wonderment's' embrace of complexity against the lure of ready-made opinions. A polyglot, she grew up in Lisbon, studied and lived in Paris, to finally settle in London with her artist husband, four children and two cats. Find us:On Instagram – @exhibitionistas_podcastOn Substack (NEWSLETTER: sign up!): Art Thinkosaurus > Exhibitionistas FilesOnline: www.exhibitionistaspodcast.comDo you want to be a guest on Art Etiquette? Reach out: joana@exhibitionistaspodcast.comCopyright: Joana P. R. Neves, 2024.
A 'do not swim' notice has been issued for Malahide Beach in north Dublin following an overflow from a nearby waste water treatment plant. Swimmers are advised the warning will last three days at least.For more on this, Shane is joined by John Daly, Senior Engineer at the Department of the Environment at Fingal County Council, Councilor David Healy, Green Party Councilor representing Howth-Malahide on Fingal County Council and Puneeta Sreenivas, Fresh Water Policy Advisor at the Sustainable Water Network.
Brisbane City Council is trialling Lynxight AI cameras at Runcorn Aquatic Centre and Yeronga Park Memorial Pool to assist lifeguards by spotting early signs of swimmer distress through real-time overhead monitoring. In this interview, Lynxight GM Daniel Mulvey joined Jason Matthews on 4BC Breakfast to address privacy concerns over high-angle de-identified footage while radio host Jason questions if the technology will replace lifeguards, expand to beaches for shark detection, or spark privacy fears among parents.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
2 - Former UPenn swimmer and activist Paula Scanlan joins us today. How long has she been fighting to keep women's sports for women? What does she think about the progress from back then to today? How hard is it to speak up in scenarios like hers? What does she think of the podcast on The Athletic and other media pundits downplaying Riley Gaines stature as a swimmer? How can something as simple as knees show the difference between men and women biologically? 215 - Dom's Money Melody! 220 - Is good food finally beating back bad food? 225 - More calls. 235 - Breaking News as Dr. Fauci's texts have leaked and more things have been revealed. Should women have been warned about the second shot? 250 - The Lightning Round!
He lost his foot to a lawnmower at the age of 2. He wore a prosthetic that meant he could play footy until he was 12, wearing a blue and white hooped design inspired by his beloved Geelong Cats. Then he realised he was pretty good at butterfly. He's won Comm Games gold and won silver at the Glasgow Games last week. He went viral for reminding us in a post-race interview to"talk to yourself like someone you love." This week on Two Good Sports Col Pearse explains the story behind the speech that resonated around the world (you won't believe where it came from), and the coaching advice that still drives him today. Plus, we talk the realities of elite paraswimming and how much they're really paid, his lifelong AFL obsession, the influence of Joel Selwood, the road to LA 2028 and Brisbane 2032, and having to wait for a bus with the other Comm Games athletes after racing in front of the world. Oh, and he said he'd give up his other leg to get Zak Butters to Geelong; that's a quote. He's an absolute delight and a legend. Harvey Norman love sport. Supporting Australian athletes at all levels, from grassroots to the world stage for over thirty years. SHOP Furniture, Bedding, TVs, Fridges, Vacuums, Laptops, Mobiles and more instore or online! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Maurine “Mighty Mo'' Kornfeld will soon turn 102 years old, and most days, you can catch her doing laps in a Los Angeles public swimming pool. And that's not just because she regularly competes in – and wins – world swimming championships! It's because she loves being in the water, despite only picking up swimming as a hobby well into her sixties. In this special episode, Maurine shares what she's learned from doing something she loves almost every day, why it's never too late to start something new, and the three things anyone can do to improve their life, no matter their age. For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscripts(This episode originally aired in 2023 when Mighty Mo was 102 years old. Mighty Mo is still swimming and will soon turn 106 years old in November!)For the full text transcript, visit go.ted.com/BHTranscriptsFill out our survey at bit.ly/BHSurvey6 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Send us Fan MailCold plunges and ice baths are appearing everywhere—from fitness centers and recovery facilities to wellness clinics, athletic programs, and luxury spas. But colder water does not automatically mean cleaner or safer water.In this episode of the Talking Pools Podcast, Natalie Hood is joined by Dewey Case, Technical Director for the Council for the Model Aquatic Health Code and Aquatics Coordinator for Williamson County Parks and Recreation in Tennessee.Dewey helped assemble the experts behind the new CMAHC Cold Water Venue Guidance. Together, he and Natalie separate cold-plunge facts from social-media fiction and explain why these increasingly popular venues require far more attention than a tub, a garden hose, and several bags of ice.They discuss why bacteria can survive in cold water, how lower temperatures can slow sanitizer performance, and why even a single user introduces sweat, body oils, cosmetics, urea, and microorganisms into the water. They also examine the much greater contamination burden created when a commercial system serves dozens—or potentially hundreds—of users each week.The conversation covers the risks associated with poorly maintained systems, including biofilm, Pseudomonas, swimmer's ear, and the possibility of transferring gastrointestinal pathogens. They also explain why dunking your head into questionable cold-plunge water may be a particularly bad idea.In This EpisodeWhy cold water does not sanitize itselfThe truth about bacteria and pathogens in cold plungesWhy “I'm the only person using it” does not eliminate water-quality concernsWhat sweat, cosmetics, clothing, and body oils add to the waterWhy users should shower before enteringThe risks of head submersion in poorly maintained waterHow biofilm and Pseudomonas can develop inside plumbing and on surfacesWhy commercial cold plunges are not simply oversized bathtubsHow high bather loads change filtration, sanitation, and maintenance demandsWhy cold-water chemistry can be more challenging than spa chemistryHow low temperatures affect chemical dissolution and disinfectionThe purpose of the new CMAHC Cold Water Venue GuidanceWhy proper operation, cleaning, and maintenance make cold-water immersion saferAs Dewey explains, a home cold plunge used by one person and a recirculating commercial venue serving hundreds of bathers are not the same thing. When the bather load changes, the operational practices must change with it.This episode is essential listening for pool professionals, aquatic operators, health officials, inspectors, facility managers, designers, builders, fitness-center owners, and anyone responsible for operating a commercial cold-water venue.She Swims So They CanNatalie is preparing to swim more than 21 miles across three open-water swimming marathons as part of the Tennessee Triple Crown Open Water Swim Challenge. Her campaign, She Swims So They Can, benefits Every Child a Swimmer and helps provide children with access to lifesaving swim lessons.Her scheduled swims are:September 13, 2026September 20, 2026October 3, 2026Donations will be accepted through October 3, 2026.To learn more, donate, purchase official fundraising apparel, or explore sponsorship opportunities, visit Natalie's Facebook or Instagram pages. Companies interested in sponsoring the campaign may contact Natalie directly at nhood@thegritgame.com.Every contribution helps—and every share expands the campaign's reach.Special thanks to campaign sponsors Revved Up Apparel, H2flow Controls, Tenjam, and the Talking Pools Podcast.#TalkingPoolsPodcast #ColdPlunge #ColdWaterImmersion #IceBath #AquaticSafety #WaterQuality #PoolOperator #PoolProfessional #CMAHC #MAHC #PublicHealth #Aquatics #Pseudomonas #WaterChemistry Support the showThank you so much for listening! You can find us on social media:FacebookInstagramTik TokEmail us: talkingpools@gmail.com
Discover the nutrition secrets that could make or break your next long swim—are you fueling properly? Swimmers and endurance athletes often overlook crucial aspects of fueling, leading to fatigue, poor recovery, and even injury. In this eye-opening episode, registered sports dietitian Eliza Kelly shares behind-the-scenes insights from a 55-kilometer open water swim, revealing how altitude, heat, and unexpected challenges demand real-time nutritional adjustments. Her experience coaching elite swimmers and triathletes will change how you approach long training sessions and races, ensuring you stay energized and perform at your best. 00:11 Introduction to the episode and guest 01:12 Eliza's background and work with swimmers 04:23 Details of the 55 km swim in the Kimberley 05:38 Managing nutrition and hydration during hot swims 07:27 Electrolyte and sodium considerations 09:20 Adapting nutrition in real-time during a swim 12:13 Lessons learned from the Kimberley swim 14:39 Common nutrition mistakes athletes make 19:06 When and what to eat during long sessions 22:45 The importance of fueling and avoiding hunger 29:59 Iron deficiency in swimmers and endurance athletes 31:06 Testing and optimizing iron levels 32:26 How to connect with Eliza for nutrition support https://www.fluidperformancenutrition.com.au/ fluid_performancenutrition
Minnesotans love loons for their haunting calls, striking beauty and adorable chicks that ride on their parents' backs. But what happens when one of these iconic birds suddenly charges a swimmer? After a young Curious Minnesota listener accidentally swam between a fierce loon and its chicks, he wanted to know: Do loons attack people, and how often does it happen? Reporter Eva Herscowitz spoke with biologists, wildlife rescuers and devoted loon watchers to find out. In this episode, host Erica Pearson and Herscowitz explore the warning signs loons use when they feel threatened, the rare encounters that have left people injured and why humans pose a much greater danger to loons than loons do to us. Plus, Erica's dad shares the unforgettable story of his own face-to-face encounter with an angry loon in northern Minnesota.
In this episode the guys break down the five rules for building a lagging body part — train it longer, train it more often, train it first in the workout, take volume away from the rest of the body to fuel it, and eat in a calorie surplus. They also get into calf insertions and how high versus low insertions determine whether you're built for speed or strength , Adam microdosing GLP-1 for inflammation and knuckle swelling, Justin's KLOW and cognitive peptide stack from Vita Bella. Then they coach live callers submitted through mplivecaller.com. MAPS Upper Lower: https://mapsupperlower.com Code: LAUNCH for 40% off. Final day of this offer. Four day split, male and female versions, workout videos and live coaching with Cole. Mind Pump Fitness Coaching: https://mindpumpfitnesscoaching.com 1.9 NASM CEUs SPONSORS Eight Sleep (Pod 5 Ultra): https://eightsleep.com/mindpump Code: MINDPUMP for up to $350 off. Cools to 55°F or heats to 110°F independently per side. Tracks sleep stages, HRV, heart rate and respiratory rate — no wearable needed. Autopilot AI adjusts temperature every night. New Sleep Agent feature gives morning briefs trained on over 1 billion hours of sleep data. Best results for hot sleepers and couples with different temperature preferences. HSA/FSA: Pod may qualify as a medical expense through Truemed — qualified customers save about 30% on average. Truemed is for qualified customers. HSA/FSA tax savings vary. Vita Bella / MP Hormones: https://mphormones.com Book a complimentary 10-minute consultation to find out if Vita Bella is right for you. Consultation: https://meetings-na2.hubspot.com/alever/marketing-membership-consultation Or use code MINDPUMP365 to start your annual membership and receive a free blood panel and gift. LINKS Submit a live caller question: https://mplivecaller.com Mind Pump Store: https://mindpumpstore.com Maps Fitness Products: https://mapsfitnessproducts.com Instagram: @mindpumpmedia 0:00 - Intro 2:14 - 5 rules for building a lagging body part 3:06 - Rule 1: Train it longer — more volume on that body part in the workout 8:01 - Rule 2: Train it more often — increase frequency from twice to three times a week 8:43 - Rule 3: Train it first — prioritization is backed by data on strength and muscle gains 11:28 - Rule 4: Take volume away from the rest of the body — you can't just add on top 15:04 - Rule 5: Eat in a calorie surplus — you cannot build without fueling 17:17 - Calf insertion science — why high insertions produce speed and low insertions produce strength 20:28 - Tito Ortiz has the biggest head Justin has ever seen in person 22:33 - Swimmer body type is the one build that is perfect for one sport and nothing else 24:04 - Catrina caught Adam spitting in the toilet before peeing — his son does it too 28:07 - Joe Wieder stole Robby Robinson's body for his famous supplement bust photo 32:33 - Justin's KLOW and cognitive peptide combo from Vita Bella — clarity, memory recall and BDNF 36:36 - 441,000 of 1 million new millionaires in 2025 came from the US 40:23 - Open AI's model escapes a locked computer to cheat on its own cybersecurity test 47:47 - The Odyssey movie backlash — Sal's boring review goes viral and proves nobody thinks for themselves 53:44 - Man receives heart transplant and marries his donor's widow — both later die by suicide 57:57 - Eight Sleep reviews — hot sleepers and couples with different temperature preferences benefit most 1:01:49 - Caller: Molly (Texas) — returning caller, blood clot during pregnancy, rebuilding strength before second baby 1:21:31 - Caller: Michelle (Ontario) — 30-day check-in, energy improving, nutrition consistency the next goal 1:30:50 - Caller: Stuart (New York) — stage 4 melanoma, immunotherapy, 35 years of training, how to stay active through treatment 1:49:19 - Caller: Sandy (Connecticut) — 90-day update, 4.4lbs of muscle gained, church walking group launched, trainer Greg gets a shirt
Sylvia Turner, affectionately known to generations of Lafayette families as “Ms. T,” joins Discover Lafayette to reflect upon a remarkable life of teaching, music, faith, and service to others. For more than five decades, beginning in 1972, Sylvia taught children and adults to swim in the backyard pool of her Lafayette home. But anyone fortunate enough to have taken lessons from Ms. T knows she taught much more than swimming. She taught safety. She taught respect. She taught children to encourage one another, to follow rules, to appreciate their parents, and perhaps most importantly, to believe they could do things that initially frightened them. “One of my greatest compliments was when people would say, ‘You don't just teach swimming, do you?'” Sylvia recalls. “I said, ‘No, I don't. I teach everything I can while I can.'” Two Lives: Ms. T and Sylvia the Singer Many Lafayette residents knew Sylvia exclusively as Ms. T, the swim teacher who could spend long summer days in the pool working with one class after another. Others knew an entirely different Sylvia Turner, a classically trained singer whose musical life was intertwined with that of her late husband, John Turner. Sylvia grew up in Fort Worth, Texas, and came to Lafayette with John, who taught voice at UL for 34 years. Sylvia later received an opera scholarship, and the couple performed opera together as well as singing at university commencement ceremonies. She also became a fixture at the Order of Troubadours ball, serving as the opening soloist for “Make Believe” for 40 years. The separation between her two worlds occasionally created funny moments. Sylvia remembers singing at a commencement ceremony when a family approached her afterward, looking puzzled. “Ms. T, is that you? Did you sing?” “Yes,” she answered. “In the singing world, a lot of people didn't know that I taught swimming,” Sylvia says. “And then in the swimming world, a lot of people didn't know that I sang.” Sylvia Turner is an active member of Chorale Acadienne. She is pictured fourth from left in the photo. A Fear of Water Leads to a Lifetime in the Pool It is fitting that Sylvia ultimately devoted so much of her life to teaching people to be comfortable in the water, because she did not learn to swim herself until she was 11 years old. Her mother, Lucille, had nearly drowned at age 18. The experience was so traumatic that Sylvia grew up repeatedly hearing, “Don't go near the water.” Eventually, her mother enrolled her in Red Cross swimming lessons at a park pool. Sylvia loved the water immediately. At the end of the lessons, the instructor announced a swim meet. Sylvia entered, won a red ribbon for second place, and, as she puts it, “I was hooked.” Her mother began allowing her to spend time at the pool, where Sylvia became fascinated by a group of young men who were accomplished divers. She simply asked them if they would teach her. They did. Before long, Sylvia was diving from the three-meter board and later competed as a diver when she was 13 and 14 years old. Eventually, voice training began competing with diving for her attention, but her love of the water never disappeared. The Pool That Started It All Sylvia's path to becoming one of Lafayette's best-known swim instructors began with a frustrating afternoon at Riverside pool. Sylvia and her husband, John, were living in River's Bend with their three children when, on a beautiful sunny day, the lifeguard announced everyone had to leave the pool because he needed to take a test and there was no one qualified to substitute for him. Sylvia was not pleased. “I went home and I said to my husband, ‘You know, if I had a lifesaving badge, I could have gotten up on the stand and we could have kept the pool open.'” John's response was simple: go get it. Sylvia and a friend took a lifesaving class at Girard Park. At the conclusion of the course, the instructor assigned Sylvia two women from a mothers' swimming program to teach. “My ladies did beautifully,” she remembers. “And so I was further hooked.” As Sylvia and John prepared to build their new home, she began thinking about adding a swimming pool. The price gave her pause, particularly when they realized it would effectively double their house payment. Sylvia had an answer. “Oh, John, if I paid for it, could we do it?” How would she pay for it? “I could teach.” And that is exactly what she did. Sylvia began teaching swimming lessons in 1972. Her first student was a young man she met through the grocery store who was preparing to get married. His future wife could swim, he could not, and he did not want to be the person sitting on the beach while everyone else enjoyed the water. Sylvia taught him to swim. Years later, he returned with his children. It was the beginning of generations of Lafayette families learning from Ms, T. Safety Came First Before any child entered Sylvia's pool, there were rules. “Children like to know boundaries,” she says. Students first sat on the deck while Sylvia sat at their eye level and talked about safety. Then she walked them around the pool. Nothing was taken for granted. She showed them the skimmers. She explained the drain. She taught them what the various parts of the pool did and addressed fears children might be reluctant to express. That lesson came partly from the children themselves. One little boy looked across the pool at the dark opening of a skimmer and asked Sylvia, “Is that where you keep Jaws?” From that point forward, Sylvia opened the skimmers so the children could look inside. “I learned the children are great teachers,” she says. “I learned a lot from children.” Only after the rules and pool orientation were complete did everyone get into the water. Teaching Children to Respect One Another Ms. T in a photo taken by Jan Swift when she taught Kelly Swift, Jan’s daughter, to swim and dive….circa 2009. Sylvia's lessons were intentionally positive. “I had the children applaud each other all the time,” she says. “We applauded for everything. We didn't just applaud for excellence. We applauded for effort.” Criticism was not allowed unless it was constructive. Older swimmers were taught how to watch one another perform a stroke and offer feedback, beginning with something the swimmer had done well. Sylvia traces much of that philosophy to her mother, who was an exceptionally positive person, and to the instructor who taught Sylvia lifesaving at Girard Park. “She made you feel like you were the most special person in the world.” Sylvia wanted children in her pool to feel the same way. One experience still moves her. A little girl had missed the first day of lessons and joined the class on the second day. When it was her turn to get onto the diving board, she hesitated. Finally, she turned to Sylvia and asked, “Do they have to watch?” Before Sylvia could say anything, every child waiting nearby turned his or her back. “I can't tell that story without getting emotional,” Sylvia says. The children understood that their classmate needed to try something difficult without an audience. “A lot of times we have to do things without people watching.” “Are You the Boss of This Pool?” Boundaries mattered because safety mattered. During one family swim, a visiting child began running around the pool and jumping too close to other swimmers. Sylvia called him over and explained that the pool had rules. The boy looked at her and asked, “Are you the boss of this pool?” “Yes, I am.” “Oh.” That was the end of the problem. “Children want to know who's in charge,” Sylvia says. “And they want somebody to be in charge.” Those lessons stayed with her students long after class ended. One mother called Sylvia after taking her children to another pool. Her four-year-old son Nicholas noticed another little boy breaking pool safety rules and corrected him. The boy replied that his daddy owned the pool and he could do anything he wanted. He added that he took swimming lessons. Nicholas had an answer: “Well, obviously you don't take from Ms. T because you don't know the rules.” Relaxation and Rhythm For Sylvia, learning to swim rested on two fundamental principles. “The two most important things in swimming are relaxation and rhythm.” Relaxation came first. A tense body does not float well. Students learned to float before progressing incrementally through kicking, strokes, diving and more advanced skills. “You do it by stages,” Sylvia says. “And that's how you learn anything really, by little increments.” The same principle applied to diving. Sylvia never forced a frightened child from the diving board. Students progressed from a knee dive close to the water, to a falling dive, then standing, springing, and eventually diving from the board. Her goal was not simply for a child to acquire a skill. The child needed confidence in that skill. “If you have a skill without confidence, it's not really productive.” Teaching Adults and Overcoming Fear Although Ms, T is best remembered for teaching children, Sylvia loved teaching adults, particularly because, as she says, “They always have baggage.” Some carried a fear of water for decades. She taught men, women and couples, including two women who were 71 years old. But no adult student meant more to Sylvia than her own mother. Lucille's near drowning at age 18 had shaped Sylvia's childhood and her mother's lifelong relationship with water. Then, on her 70th birthday, Lucille surprised Sylvia by announcing a goal for the coming year. “I've decided I'm going to learn to swim.” Sylvia was stunned. Her mother continued: “I've decided that if anybody can teach me, it's you.” Sylvia responded, “Well, you'll never have to give me another compliment in your whole life.” Lucille was unable to make the trip to Lafayette that year, but the following year she came and took lessons from her daughter. By the end of the week, she could swim across the pool without assistance. Sylvia later asked whether she had finally lost her fear. Her mother answered, “I don't know, but I loved being in the water.” Sylvia thought that was enough. Of all the adults she taught, she describes teaching her mother as perhaps the most gratifying experience of all. Generations of Lafayette Families Sylvia never kept count of how many people she taught during her decades in the pool, particularly because so many students returned year after year and eventually brought another generation back with them. Her classes grew largely through word of mouth. Her youngest daughter attended Broadmoor Elementary, where Sylvia was heavily involved in the PTA. The principal, himself the father of seven children whom Sylvia eventually taught along with his wife, allowed her to distribute information about her lessons through the school. “And then word spread.” For younger children, particularly three and four year olds, Sylvia limited classes to six students and had another adult in the water with her. Older, accomplished swimmers could be taught in somewhat larger groups. Sylvia also encouraged parents to observe lessons so they understood what their children were learning and could reinforce those lessons away from the pool. The lessons often carried into everyday family life: respect your parents, appreciate what they do for you, respect other people, encourage others, follow the rules, and understand that safety is never something to take casually. The Teacher Who Never Taught School When asked how she defines herself after a lifetime encompassing swimming, opera, church music, family and community, Sylvia returns to teaching. “Every teacher I ever had told me that I was destined to be a teacher.” Yet she never became a traditional classroom teacher. “I taught Sunday school. I taught junior choir. I taught swimming. I'm an inveterate teacher.” She also remains a singer, grounded in the classical and religious music that has been part of her life since childhood. Sylvia grew up in the church. Her mother sang in the choir, her father was a deacon, and Sylvia herself began singing in choir at age 12. Faith remained a constant through the joyful times and the difficult ones. And that may help explain the extraordinary positivity so many people associate with Ms. T. Asked how she manages to remain positive, Sylvia acknowledges that it requires intention. “You have to work at it, I think, because it's easy to be negative.” Even in the hardest times, she says, there is something to hold onto. “Even in those darkest days, you have to find something. And gratitude is part of it.” Sylvia looks back on her life with gratitude for the people, experiences and opportunities she has been given, while acknowledging that her life has included hardship like anyone else's. “I've had some hard knocks, as everybody does during my life. I'm here to say that I overcame them.” Then she adds the foundation beneath it all: “With the help of my Lord.” For generations of Lafayette families, Ms. T will always be the woman who taught their children to swim. But her legacy reaches well beyond the pool. She taught children to be safe without being afraid, to respect rules and one another, to applaud effort rather than simply excellence, and to gain confidence one small step at a time. And she taught it all while making each child feel that, at that moment, they mattered.
A 16-year-old Santa Cruz lifeguard is being hailed as a hero after rescuing a 10-year-old boy from powerful waves at Seabright Beach. Dramatic video of the rescue went viral, drawing national attention and praise from President Trump, who has invited the teen and his family to the White House. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Broeske & Musson' on all platforms: --- The ‘Broeske & Musson Podcast’ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever else you listen to podcasts. --- ‘Broeske & Musson' Weekdays 9-11 AM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Facebook | Podcast| X | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | InstagramSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In today’s episode, Ben O’Shea reveals Federal Labor MP Luke Gosling has been arrested for an alleged assault of the NT administrator. Plus, the huge Glasgow CASH SPLASH for our medal-winning swimmers.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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Host Kelly Palace and Guest Co-Host Mark Palace sit down with world-ranked, All-American Masters swimmer (and CPA!) 46-Year Old Ryan Kloppe for an action-packed dive into performance hacks, smart gear, and real-life swimming wisdom. Whether you're looking to scientifically optimize your pre-race warm-up, level up your gear bag, or just hear one of the most unique underwater marriage proposals ever, this conversation is packed with actionable insights and genuine inspiration you won't want to miss. Ryan is a member of the Blue Dolfins Masters in Orlando, FL.In This Episode, You'll Discover:The Mindset Flip: How Ryan transformed a devastating false-start DQ into fuel for his best performance yet.Conquering Open Water Jitters: The hilariously effective “bacon and sharks” mind trick for staying calm when you can't see the bottom.Warm-Up Science Decoded: Why your race-day heart rate might be betraying your readiness—and how to structure your warm-up to fix it.The Ultimate Gear Bag Breakdown: From Finis Slip Fins to Stroke Maker paddles, the exact gear setup behind an All-American's routine.Data & Tech Hacks: High-tech tracking with the PHLex heart rate monitor and what post-swim metrics actually tell you about your training.Lessons Beyond the Pool: Why MMA training and skateboarding translated into better swimming longevity, focus, and hands-on skills.Pure Masters Romance: How Ryan met his wife at lane practice—and the underwater proposal that sealed the deal!Work Hard, Play Hard: Balancing a demanding career as a CPA with elite-level training and a passion for cable wakeboarding on glassy water.Would you consider leaving us a five star review on Apple? That's like getting a best time for us. Kelly and our team would be so grateful.Email us at HELLO@ChampionsMojo.com. Opinions discussed are not medical advice, please seek a medical professional for your own health concerns.You can learn more about the Host and Founder of Champions Mojo at www.KellyPalace.com
You know how much we love a sporting doco. Can't get to them fast enough. And the Scott Miller swimming documentary was no exception. Except, it's taken Libby a couple of weeks to actually talk about it. Miller was a swimming poster boy of the 90s who fell from favour and the public eye after he was arrested and jailed for his involvement in drugs and trafficking. And it's more relatable to than Libby had anticipated. Deep End: The Scott Miller Story is available now on ABC iView PS Sporties - don't forget about the Active Industries First Start Traineeship Program ($20k to bring on a staff member for your club? Yes please!) head to Active Queenslanders Industry Alliance. ++ Sportish is hosted by Libby and Georgie Trickett, and edited by Ally Rasmussen. Come follow us on Instagram @beingsportish! We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which this podcast was made. We pay our respects to Elders past and present. We also recognise the outstanding contribution that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples make to sport and celebrate the power of sport to tell stories and promote reconciliation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Swimmers have continued to boost New Zealand's medal haul at the Glasgow Commonwealth Games. Lewis Clareburt has won the 200-metres butterfly after being second-to-last at halfway. New Zealand's 10th on the medal table with a gold, four silver and three bronze. Sportstalk host D'Arcy Waldegrave explained further. LISTEN ABOVESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Perth, 1962 and a New Zealand school girl was taking on the world's best at the Commonwealth Games. Against the odds it seemed like she'd won gold. That school girl was Vivien Boyd - Vivien Haddon as she was then - and the finish in the 100-metre breaststroke final was as close as you can get. But what happened next still rankles, even after six decades. Reporter Jimmy Ellingham caught up with Vivien Boyd.
This week on Past Our Prime, we welcome two legends from one of the greatest Olympic swim teams ever assembled—Jim Montgomery and Brian Goodell. Montgomery made history at the 1976 Montreal Olympics by becoming the first swimmer to break the 50-second barrier in the 100-meter freestyle, while Goodell, just 17 years old and still a high school student, captured two individual gold medals and set world records in both the 400- and 1,500-meter freestyle. Together, they helped lead the United States to a dominant performance in Montreal, and on the podcast they relive the races, the rivalries, the unforgettable atmosphere of the Games, and what it was like to be part of one of the most remarkable weeks in Olympic swimming history. The July 26, 1976 issue of Sports Illustrated arrived during the first full week of the Montreal Olympics, and its cover perfectly captured the optimism and spectacle of the Games. Featuring the Olympic cauldron being lit during the Opening Ceremonies by Canadian teenagers Stéphane Préfontaine and Sandra Henderson beneath the headline, "The Show Goes On in Montreal," the cover symbolized the resilience of the Olympics after political boycotts by more than two dozen African nations and the withdrawal of Taiwan threatened to overshadow the competition. Inside, the magazine shifted the focus back to the athletes and the drama unfolding in Montreal, previewing what would become one of the most memorable Olympics in history, highlighted by Nadia Comăneci's perfect 10s, the dominance of the U.S. swim team, and a remarkable week of track and field that reaffirmed the enduring spirit of the Games. Jim Montgomery arrived in Montreal as the world's premier sprint freestyler and left as one of the Olympics' biggest stars. The Indiana University standout became the first swimmer in history to break the 50-second barrier in the 100-meter freestyle, winning gold in a world-record 49.99 seconds—a milestone often compared to Roger Bannister's four-minute mile. Montgomery also won gold in the 4x200-meter freestyle relay and the 4x100-meter medley relay, with both teams setting world records, and added a bronze medal in the 200-meter freestyle. His three gold medals established him as the fastest swimmer in the world and helped lead the United States to one of the most dominant team performances in Olympic swimming history. Brian Goodell was just 17 years old and still a high school student when he emerged as one of the breakout stars of the 1976 Montreal Olympics. The distance freestyle sensation captured gold medals in both the 400- and 1,500-meter freestyle, setting world records in each event and establishing himself as the world's premier distance swimmer. After returning home from Montreal as a double Olympic champion and world-record holder, Goodell headed back to California to begin his senior year at Mission Viejo High School, capping one of the most extraordinary summers ever enjoyed by an American teenager. On this week's episode of Past Our Prime, Montgomery and Goodell take listeners back to that magical week in Montreal, sharing firsthand stories from one of the greatest Olympic swim teams ever assembled. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome to the Sports Today update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the Tapt Media team including: Adelaide admits the behaviour of some members "crossed the line" Massive blow for the Knights ahead of tonight's home clash Aussie golfer Lucas Herbert has continued his great form The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Welcome to the Sports Today update. A snapshot of the latest sport stories from the Tapt Media team including: Swimmers offered cash bonuses ahead of Commonwealth Games Collingwood overturn 26 point deficit in Adelaide Lucas Herbert breaks course record at LIV UK The biggest sport stories in less than 5 minutes delivered twice a day. Subscribe now to make it part of your daily news diet.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An incredible tragedy out of Ohio has authorities reminding people to check weather and water conditions before going out to have fun during summer outings. A total of 5 people drowned after trying to save one person in their group who began struggling while swimming in a local river. Two children under the age of 10 were left to try and get help for their family, but it was too late. This comes on the heels of another drowning tragedy in Southern Utah, as a hiking adventure turned deadly for all five family members when flash flooding swept through red rock canyons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An incredible tragedy out of Ohio has authorities reminding people to check weather and water conditions before going out to have fun during summer outings. A total of 5 people drowned after trying to save one person in their group who began struggling while swimming in a local river. Two children under the age of 10 were left to try and get help for their family, but it was too late. This comes on the heels of another drowning tragedy in Southern Utah, as a hiking adventure turned deadly for all five family members when flash flooding swept through red rock canyons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An incredible tragedy out of Ohio has authorities reminding people to check weather and water conditions before going out to have fun during summer outings. A total of 5 people drowned after trying to save one person in their group who began struggling while swimming in a local river. Two children under the age of 10 were left to try and get help for their family, but it was too late. This comes on the heels of another drowning tragedy in Southern Utah, as a hiking adventure turned deadly for all five family members when flash flooding swept through red rock canyons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An incredible tragedy out of Ohio has authorities reminding people to check weather and water conditions before going out to have fun during summer outings. A total of 5 people drowned after trying to save one person in their group who began struggling while swimming in a local river. Two children under the age of 10 were left to try and get help for their family, but it was too late. This comes on the heels of another drowning tragedy in Southern Utah, as a hiking adventure turned deadly for all five family members when flash flooding swept through red rock canyons.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
AP's Lisa Dwyer reports that 5 people died trying to save a struggling swimmer in an Ohio river.
The Plunge: Maverick Swimmers, an Unlikely Quest, and the Transformative Power of Cold Water
Confucius watches a man enter the violent waters beneath a towering waterfall and assumes he is trying to die. Instead, the swimmer emerges downstream with his hair loose, singing and completely at ease. In this trailer for Living the Tao, Episode 1-189, Daoist Master Michael Steenrod introduces the classical story of Confucius and the swimmer at Lüliang. The swimmer survives not by overpowering the water or surrendering helplessly to it, but by understanding its movement. He enters with the descending whirl, rises with the current, and refuses to impose himself where cooperation will carry him farther. The full episode examines Daoist learning through familiarity, immersion, and repetition, while challenging modern interpretations that reduce “being like water” to passive surrender. Listen to Episode 1-189, Lessons from the Swimmer and Water. Available now for subscribers on Supercast. Subscribe now at https://living-the-tao.supercast.com
Swimmers itch cases being seen in northern Wisconsin, not guilty plea in theft from the Forest County Humane Society, the Northwoods had some of worst air quality in the world on Wednesday
Minnesota is baking under a mass of hot, dry air this week. Few things bring relief from extreme heat like wading or swimming out into the cool water of this region's lakes and streams. But that's also part of the danger of a heat wave. Drownings spiked when temperatures soared in Europe earlier this summer. This was also true during an infamously hot summer in North America 90 years ago.Today, swimming lessons are more common. And sheriff's departments across the state have staff dedicated to water safety. Troy Lee, water patrol officer for Otter Tail County joined Minnesota Now host Nina Moini to talk about staying safe while out on the water.
Most marathon swimmers would overlook the critical role of mental resilience—until they're fighting waves, exhaustion, and doubt in real time. Tim Denya, an elite coach with over 250 English Channel crossings, reveals the unspoken truth: mental strength is just as vital as physical endurance in conquering ocean swims. In this episode, Tim unpacks the training secrets behind his staggering success rate, emphasizing how strategic mental preparation and clear communication turn tentative swimmers into ocean conquerors. Discover why long-distance swim training isn't just about logging kilometers but about pushing the mind and body to new limits—all while maintaining focus, confidence, and calm amidst chaos. 00:00 Introduction to Marathon Swimming and Tim Denya 02:51 Training Camps: Preparing for Marathon Swims 05:17 The Balance of Physical and Mental Training 08:25 Technique vs. Conditioning in Swimming 11:20 The Importance of Trust in Coaching 14:20 Managing Expectations and Anxiety in Swimmers 17:01 The Role of Purpose in Endurance Swimming 20:03 Adapting Training to Individual Needs 22:48 Evolution of Coaching Philosophies 25:43 The Importance of Nutrition in Training 28:19 Documentary Insights and Storytelling in Swimming 36:27 The Importance of Connection in Coaching 39:14 Empathy and Trust in Coaching 44:17 Navigating Challenges During Long Swims 50:30 The Art of Coaching: Balancing Emotion and Objectivity 57:35 Learning from the Best: Insights from Elite Swimmers 01:06:11 Continuous Learning and Adaptation in Coaching
Pendents encara de poder presentar el projecte a l'alcaldessa Aurora Carbonell i de poder disposar d'un local, el Sitges Sea Swimmers ha començat a donar les seves primeres passes. El passat gener, representants de la recent creada entitat esportiva es van trobar amb el regidor d'esports Dani Berdala, el que també va permetre parlar de possibles vies de col.laboració amb l'Ajuntament. Sitges Sea Simmers, que abans havia estat secció del Club Natació i després del Club de Mar, té com a principal objectiu el promoure la natació en aigües obertes i aprofitar, per tant, un entorn com és el mar. de tot plegat n'hem pogut parlar amb Benjamí Cervera, un dels principals promotors de Sitges Sea Swimmers. L'entrada Neix Sitges Sea Swimmers, amb l’objectiu de promoure la natació en aigües obertes. En parlem amb Benjamí Cervera ha aparegut primer a Radio Maricel.
In this episode, we break down how to tell the difference between swimmer's ear and an ear infection, key symptoms like pain and drainage, and why ear drops often work better than oral antibiotics. Learn how everyday habits—like frequent AirPod use—can trap moisture and increase your risk, plus simple prevention tips to keep your ears healthy. Learn more about Dr. Cimino-Fiallos
This Saturday, the 11th of July, Swimmers will be taking to the Open Water at Renville to raise money for the Oranmore Maree Coastal Search Unit and Galway RNLI. In it's 8th year, the Atlantic Lifeboat Swim raises much needed funds for these organisations and to date has raised over €60,000. This year, the organisers are looking to get as many swimmers as possible to get involved and are also looking for sponsors to help with the costs that come with an event of this size. John Mulligan was joined by organiser Fergal Madden, Ed Shiel of the Oranmore Maree Coastal Search Unit and by Brian Niland of Galway RNLI.
Dive into the inspiring journey of Steve 'Moby' Leitch, an ultramarathon channel swimmer, speaker, author, and founder of Beyond the Shoreline.In this episode, Steve joins Ashutosh Garg to share his remarkable transformation from addiction to becoming one of the few people to complete six of the legendary Ocean 7 swims. Discover how swimming became his path to recovery, the lessons the ocean has taught him about humility, resilience, and leadership, and why storytelling has become central to his mission of inspiring hope.Whether you're facing your own challenges or are simply fascinated by human endurance, Steve's story will encourage you to discover purpose beyond the shoreline.How to set and achieve extraordinary goals.The mental and emotional challenges of ultramarathon channel swimming.The mission behind Beyond the Shoreline.Steve 'Moby' Leitch's advice for anyone feeling lost or without hope.
It's kinda a good episode! Or maybe we have just so low expectations that we're totally okay with basic competence. A lot of people die including the people we expected to. We talk about: Penguin Colony, My Superman Adventures, Tree Trunks, Soup Disaster, Layton & Wright, The Swimmer, Dead Cells, Creepypasta Movies, FF7 Remake, Eraserhead, Fucked Up Sex, Too Late For Backstory, Actually Good Brothers, Ashley Offers To Sell A Child, Train Station Massacre, Lvl 100 Mafia Boss,
Welcome to episode 256 of Sports Management Podcast. Today's guest is Ioannis Drymonakos, former Olympic swimmer, European record holder, World Championship finalist, and founder of Swimming Cruise. Ioannis represented Greece at three Olympic Games, competed against legends like Michael Phelps, and became one of Greece's most successful swimmers before transitioning into entrepreneurship through sports tourism and wellness experiences in Greece. In this episode, we spoke about: • Competing at three Olympic Games and against Michael Phelps • The sacrifices and realities of elite swimming • Life after professional sport and becoming an entrepreneur • Building Swimming Cruise and the future of sports tourism TIMESTAMPS 00:00 Welcome to the Podcast 00:24 Discovering Swimming 02:17 The Road to the Olympics 04:19 Learning from Legends 06:12 The Hardest Part of Elite Sport 08:29 First Olympic Memories 10:32 Breaking a European Record 14:06 Career Highlight: World Championship Final 15:33 Dealing with Setbacks 17:07 Building Swimming Cruise 19:33 Why Poros Is Perfect 24:19 Lessons from Survivor 27:18 Open Water vs Pool Swimming 30:56 Coaching Amateur Swimmers 32:10 Growing a Sports Tourism Business Follow Sports Management Podcast on social media Instagram Twitter LinkedIn YouTube www.sportsmanagementpodcast.com
The latest shark attack on a swimmer in Australian waters has sent a ripple of terror through beach-goers there and triggered fresh debate over whether the ocean predators should be culled. Our correspondent Nick Grimm joins Lisa Owen.
BYU Swimmer Diego Camacho Salgado joins Cougar Sports to discuss his time in the pool in Provo, the outlook for BYU Swim and Dive, and more!
It may feel like a perfect beach day, but a beach hazard statement is now in effect through Friday. Search crews have recovered the body of a five-year-old girl swept into the ocean at a Southern California beach. Plus, we're learning new details about a high-speed chase that ended with two men arrested on the Camp Pendleton Marine base. NBC7's Monica Hernandez has those stories, plus your forecast from meteorologist Brooke Martell on June 14, 2026.
What Happens When AI Starts Protecting the Power Grid Before Humans Even Spot the Problem? In this episode of Tech Talks Daily, I speak with Kaitlyn Albertoli, co-founder and CEO of Buzz Solutions, about how AI, drones, and computer vision are changing the way utilities inspect and maintain power infrastructure. As weather events become more frequent and energy demand continues to rise from EV adoption, renewable energy growth, and AI-driven data centers, utilities are under growing pressure to modernize systems that were built decades ago. Kaitlyn explains how utilities once relied on crews walking transmission lines with binoculars and handwritten notes before moving toward helicopter inspections and aerial imaging. Today, autonomous drones and aircraft can capture hundreds of thousands of inspection images every year. The real challenge now is turning that mountain of visual data into useful action before damaged equipment leads to outages, fires, or safety risks. We discuss how Buzz Solutions processes enormous image datasets in hours instead of weeks, helping utilities identify damaged insulators, corrosion, vegetation risks, and failing components before they become larger problems. We also talk about the people behind the infrastructure. Kaitlyn shares why AI should support frontline workers rather than replace them, especially as utilities face an estimated shortage of thousands of skilled linemen over the next several years. The conversation covers balancing false positives with missed detections, reducing operational data silos, and why partnerships with companies like Skydio and Esri are helping utilities connect inspection workflows more effectively. Kaitlyn also shares how Buzz Solutions is expanding into solar inspections, where AI can detect damaged or underperforming panels before warranties expire and energy production quietly drops over time. Alongside the technology discussion, she reflects on how competing in the 2012 U.S. Olympic Trials shaped the resilience and mindset she now brings to building a fast-growing AI company. From wildfire prevention and storm recovery to renewable energy operations and autonomous inspections, this episode looks at how AI is quietly becoming part of the infrastructure keeping modern society running. As utilities modernize aging systems under growing environmental and operational pressure, can AI help prevent the next major outage before it happens?
When Stephen Spielberg released his iconic film Jaws in the summer of 1975, he not only kicked off the phenomenon of the summer blockbuster, but also reignited the public's fascination with and fear of shark attacks. Although based on a book of the same name, that novel was itself heavily influenced on several real-life events from the past, including one particular summer on the Jersey Shore. In the early twentieth-century, most Americans didn't think much about sharks or the other potentially dangerous fish and animals that lived in the ocean. In fact, the majority of Americans don't live in coastal areas and probably didn't know there were differences between species. That all changed in the summer of 1916, when a loan shark killed four people and critically injured one person in the waters along the Jersey Shore. More than merely accidental bites, the attacks seemed almost intentional, leading to the widespread belief that a man-eater was stalking the waters of the northeastern state. In the century that has passed since, the Jersey Shore shark attacks have fueled Americans imaginations and nightmares, leading to widely celebrated novels and films about sharks, but also contributing to serious misunderstandings about sharks and their behavior, often with terrible consequences. References Asbury Park Press. 1916. "Bathers need have no fear of sharks." Asbury Park Press, July 5: 11. —. 1916. "Governor urges safeguards such as Asbury Park has." Asbury Park Press, July 13: 1. —. 1916. "Nets and armed motorboat patrol to protect bathers." Asbury Park Press, July 7: 1. —. 1916. "Shak driven from city bathing ground." Asbury Park Press, July 8: 1. Capuzzo, Micahel. 2001. Close to Shore: A True Story of Terror in An Age of Innocence. New York, NY: Broadway Books. Central New Jersey Home News. 1916. "Man and two boys fall victims to new raid of shark in Matawan Creek." Central New Jersey Home News, July 13: 1. Florida Museum of Natural History. 2024. Yearly Worldwide Shark Attack Summary. Accessed July 30, 2025. https://www.floridamuseum.ufl.edu/shark-attacks/yearly-worldwide-summary/. Morning Call. 14916. "Swimmer mangled by shark at sea dies in two hours." Morning Call (Paterson, NJ), July 4: 7. New York Times. 1916. "Human bones found in shark's stomach." New York Times, July 16: 5. —. 1916. "Many hunt sharks." New York Times, July 9: 3. —. 1916. "Many see sharks, but all get away." New York Times, July 14: 1. —. 1916. "Shark guards out at beach resorts." New York Times, July 8: 18. The Times. 1916. "Creek yields body of boy shark slew." The Times (Trenton, NJ), July 14: 1. Cowritten by Alaina Urquhart, Ash Kelley & Dave White (Since 10/2022)Produced & Edited by Mikie Sirois (Since 2023)Research by Dave White (Since 10/2022), Alaina Urquhart & Ash KelleyListener Correspondence & Collaboration by Debra LallyListener Tale Video Edited by Aidan McElman (Since 6/2025) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.