Podcasts about wild swimming

All across Britain, in some of the wildest places you can find, is a network of mountain huts - called bothies. But unlike shelters found in the rest of the world, these were never built for walkers. Former schoolhouses, farmsteads, gamekeepers lodges, coastguards lookouts and miners bunkhouses, there are around 100 buildings (across Scotland, England and Wales) left open for walkers and climbers to use - free of charge. For the last 60 years they have been in the care of the Mountain Bothies Association - an organisation who maintain and look after them and are funded by donation and run by volunteers. To celebrate their diamond anniversary, adventurer Phoebe Smith (who wrote the first ever guidebook to bothies 10 years ago) takes her mum friend Ellie to stay in her first one and speaks to the MBA's chair Simon Birch about what changes have occurred over the last 60 years.Also coming up:Octogenarian publisher Hilary Bradt discusses how travel has changed since her first adventures in 1969Travel Hack: How to make friends on the road - safelyTop 10 places to escape the crowds around the worldMeet Katie Wignall, the guide telling the stories of forgotten women in LondonAll the kit you need for wild swimmingNan Shepherd, author of The Living Mountain is our Wander Woman of the Month SPECIAL OFFER: Use code WanderWoman at the checkout on the Cicerone website to get 15% off the Book of the Bothy and all of their guidebooks.Contact Wander Womanwww.Phoebe-Smith.com; @PhoebeRSmith

The actors have become regular wild swimmers in recent years. In their latest BBC Scotland TV series, they visit some of Scotland's islands and try out a whole host of different dipping spots in remote and rugged locations.

In this episode of the #teakink Podcast we meet Polly - an escort, academic, and community organiser with SWARM who shares the ins and outs of what a kink escort booking looks like, her thoughts on the state of academia, and her love for grimy leather bars and wild swimming. Eva Oh joins her on a campaign for queer cruising spaces and also shares a story of the time she got Root Beer Float Waterboarded. Watch on YouTube: https://youtube.com/evaoh More on Eva Oh: https://eva-oh.com HIGHLIGHTS: Here are the timestamps for the episode. On some podcast players you should be able to click the timestamp to jump to that time. (00:00) - Welcome. What is #teakink (00:18) - Meet Polly - Sex Worker, Academic, Community Organiser (02:15) - Non-Monogamy Circles and Sex Worker Friends (03:12) - Polly's First Steps into Sex Work (05:11) - Thinking About Oneself as a "Brand" (07:35) - Polly's First Booking, the Tiniest Double Ended Dildo (09:40) - What Does a Booking Look Like (13:40) - Finding the Kink Community and Grimy Leather Bars (17:40) - The State of Academia (20:15) - SWARM, Sex Worker Grassroots Organisation (25:50) - The Correlation Between Academia and Sex Work (28:15) - Polly's Ideal Week (32:50) - Wild Swimming (36:35) - Queer Cruising (39:50) - Personal Responsibility in Sex Spaces (41:30) - Kink Group Getaways and Murder Mysterys (44:25) - How to Cruise (47:45) - Root Beer Float Waterboarding

In this episode of the Tough Girl Podcast, we sit down with Sophie Pierce, a writer, broadcaster, and passionate wild swimmer from Dartmoor in Devon, UK. Sophie shares her profound journey through grief, particularly the loss of her son Felix in 2017, and how the healing power of nature has been an anchor in her life. Sophie talks about her memoir, "The Green Hill," which explores themes of love, loss, and the transformative effects of wild places. She also discusses her work as a journalist with the BBC, her love for exploring new places, and the growing popularity of outdoor swimming. We delve into her co-authored wild swimming guides, including her most recent book, "Wild Swimming Walks Exmoor and North Devon.” This episode highlights the mental health benefits of outdoor swimming, the importance of community, and how nature can help reset and heal us. Sophie offers insights on navigating grief, the support she received from friends and family, and how she continues to find solace in nature. Join us for an inspiring and heartfelt conversation with Sophie Pierce as we explore the intersection of nature, grief, and resilience. *** Don't miss out on the latest episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast, released every Tuesday at 7am UK time! Be sure to hit the subscribe button to stay updated on the incredible journeys and stories of strong women.  By supporting the Tough Girl Podcast on Patreon, you can make a difference in increasing the representation of female role models in the media, particularly in the world of adventure and physical challenges. Your contribution helps empower and inspire others. Visit www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast to be a part of this important movement.  Thank you for your invaluable support! *** Show notes Who is Sophie Being based in Dartmoor in South west England Living close to the sea and a wild moorland media Working as a journalist for many years Her love of exploring  The loss of her son in 2017 Where her love of exploring and swimming came from  Her childhood and growing up with 3 brothers Being quite ferrel when younger Getting back into outdoor swimming  Connecting with friends and exploring new places Outdoor swimming and it's increase in popularity How outdoor swimming have changed over the past 25 years Why its about your mindset and having a desire to be out in nature and explore Why all you need is a map, a swimming costume and a pair of walking boots The benefits of communities  Looking out for one another while in the water The importance of having fun at any age Going wild swimming in the River Dart ever day during the summer  The impact cold water can have on your mental health and how it can help reset you Dealing with the loss of her son, Felix SUDEP ‘the Sudden, Unexpected Death of someone with EPilepsy' How her life changed afterwards Learning to incorporate her grief into her life  Finding spending time in nature to be helpful Charity SUDEP Action Dealing with grief  Book: The Green Hill: Letters to a Son  Writing a series of letters to Felix – composed during walks and swims taken close to his burial place by the river Dart Still feeling connected to Felix  Why it was hard to go back to the places where her and Felix had spent time Wanting to explore new places and create new memories Remembering Felix as a child Processing her grief  Having some counselling but not finding it helpful  Book: Weathering By Ruth Allen The narrative imposed about grief by society  Not feeling the urge to process grief Making something beautiful out of something terrible  Feeling a loss when the the book was published and not having anything to focus on  The support from friends and family and what helped  Living in a small town and having to face people What happens when a year or two passes Getting use to living with the loss  Why the second year can be tougher than the first Published Wild Swimming Walks guide books Wild Things Publishing Artist - James Lewis Push back from locals who don't want to share their beauty sports  The impact sewage is having on beautiful wild places Surfers Against Sewage App Doing a risk assessment before getting into the river/water Writing to your MP and complaining about the sewage situation How to connect with Sophie on social media Advice for women dealing with grief and the loss of a child   Social Media Website: www.sophiepierce.co.uk    Instagram: @mssophiepierce  Twitter/X: @sophiepierce   

This is Lunchtime Live's newest segment, Gilligan's Island!Every Monday we're going to explore this gorgeous island of ours and all that it has to offer.Maybe you have a weekend unaccounted for this summer that needs inspiration, or you have no desire to get on a flight – whatever the reason, this will get you in the mood to travel.This week, Andrea Gilligan is joined by Niamh Reid Maher from @exploringireland on Instagram to look at wild swimming spots in Ireland!

Summary Lee Lee shares her experiences of living in different countries as an expat and the challenges she faced in adapting to new environments. She discusses her first move to Belgium through a Rotary exchange program and the initial culture shock she experienced. Lee Lee also talks about her time in France as a student and later as an English teacher for the French Ministry of Education. She highlights the importance of language learning and finding ways to connect with people in a new country. Lee Lee emphasizes the value of documenting and reflecting on the expat experience through vlogs or blogs. She encourages individuals to create their own opportunities for connection and friendship while living abroad. In this conversation, James and Neelie discuss their experiences living abroad in different countries, including Sweden, France, Japan, and the US. They talk about the challenges and rewards of immersing oneself in a new culture, making friends, and learning the language. They emphasize the importance of being curious, trying new things, and embracing the uncertainty that comes with living abroad. They also discuss the cultural differences they encountered and the need to be open-minded and respectful. Overall, the conversation highlights the transformative power of living abroad and the personal growth that comes with it. Takeaways Living abroad as an expat can be both exciting and challenging Language learning is crucial for adapting to a new country Documenting and reflecting on the expat experience can be helpful Creating opportunities for connection and friendship is important while living abroad Living abroad offers unique opportunities for personal growth and self-discovery. Being curious and open-minded is essential for embracing a new culture and making the most of the experience. Trying new things and stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to unexpected friendships and experiences. Language learning is a valuable skill that can enhance your cultural immersion and connection with locals. Cultural differences should be respected and approached with empathy and understanding. Living abroad can be challenging at times, but the rewards and transformative impact make it worthwhile. Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:15 Lili's Expat Journey Begins 05:55 The Visa Process and Preparation 06:50 Seeking Opportunities to Live Abroad 13:29 Lili's Experience in Senegal 14:53 Teaching English in Japan 24:57 First Impressions of Living Abroad 25:24 Living in Belgium and France 37:13 Studying in France 39:38 Making Friends as an Expat 42:03 Creating Opportunities for Connection 43:28 Parkrun and Sports Teams: Connecting with People Abroad 44:55 Using BlaBlaCar and Transportation Experiences 47:20 First Impressions of Senegal: Welcoming People and Cultural Adjustments 52:58 Returning to France: Living with a Flatmate and Teaching 53:53 School Schedules and Cultural Differences in France 55:47 Living in Sweden: Saunas, Wild Swimming, and Cultural Norms 58:36 Moving to Japan: Language Learning and Cultural Differences 01:01:55 Meeting a Partner Online and Building a Life in Japan 01:03:17 Navigating the Green Card Process and Living in the US 01:04:16 Discovering Jiu-Jitsu and Trying New Things Abroad 01:05:14 Interacting with Locals and Expanding Cultural Immersion 01:06:12 Balancing Integration with Foreign Friendships 01:07:10 Reflecting on the Journey of Living Abroad 01:10:40 Advice for Living Abroad: Embracing the Adventure and Being Patient 01:18:14 Living Abroad: Overcoming Challenges and Celebrating Milestones Keywords expat, living abroad, culture shock, language learning, adapting, connection, friendship, living abroad, cultural immersion, making friends, language learning, challenges, rewards, curiosity, trying new things, cultural differences, personal growth --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theexpatpod/message

In this bonus episode of Tom Dean's Medal Machine the boys go through more listener questions, including what animal does Tom think he can out-swim, and what football legend would they compare themselves to?If you want to get in touch follow @tomdean_medalmachine or email medalmachine@global.com, and remember you can follow Tom @tomdean00.

In this episode of These Three Things, Deborah sits down with Gemma Bruce, a real estate professional with 18 years experience of selling and auctioning beautiful overseas homes. Gemma shares the three elements that have profoundly shaped her life and career. First, Gemma reflects on the invaluable support and confidence instilled by her early mentor, Tom Hampson-Bellon. Tom encouraged her to thrive in a male-dominated industry and always had her back. She then discusses her love for swimming and in particular when it is wild and cold, highlighting the tranquillity and strength she finds when immersed in water. Lastly, Gemma introduces us to her treasured 1978 classic, Alfa Romeo Spider, affectionately named Beppe di Marco after a character from EastEnders. Join us for an inspiring conversation about mentorship, the power of nature, and the joy a classic car can bring. Don't forget to subscribe and leave a review to support the show and help others discover this brand new podcast.

In this conversation, Giancarlo Bertozzi discusses his passion for open water swimming and the challenges he faces in preparing for a Catalina channel attempt. He explains the physical and mental aspects of long-distance swimming, including the importance of endurance and the ability to overcome negative thoughts. Giancarlo also highlights the supportive and inspiring community of open water swimmers and the opportunity to raise funds for charitable causes through swimming events. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of swimming and the sense of family that develops among swimmers. Takeaways - Open water swimming provides a sense of joy and freedom - Sunrise swims offer a unique and beautiful perspective - Encounters with wildlife add to the excitement of open water swimming - Joining a swimming community can enhance the experience - Swimming in rough conditions requires skill and adaptability - Cold water immersion has numerous health benefits Open water swimming is a transformative and inspiring sport that builds endurance and mental strength. - The open water swimming community is supportive and welcoming, creating a sense of family among swimmers. - Swimmers can use their passion for swimming to raise funds for charitable causes and make a positive impact. - Long-distance swimming requires the ability to overcome negative thoughts and stay focused on the goal. - Swimming in the ocean provides a unique and peaceful experience that can be both meditative and exhilarating. ** Music Tracks by Alex Grohl on Pixabay (Where applicable) ** Feel free to LIKE, SHARE AND COMMENT and SUBSCRIBE.  Follow The Contrast Project online: ** https://www.thecontrastproject.tv/ ** ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/TheContrastProjectJax ** ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/the_contrast_project/ ** https://www.instagram.com/contrast_podcast_backup/ ** https://www.threads.net/@contrast_podcast_backup ** ⁠⁠https://twitter.com/ContrastProjTV⁠⁠  ** https://www.youtube.com/@thecontrastproject7242 ** Streaming on all major platforms, including: ** https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project ** https://spoti.fi/3D4BHdg ** https://apple.co/3PGNSEE ** https://ihr.fm/3riy010 ** https://bit.ly/Contrast_Radio_Public Amazon : https://amzn.to/45UmqsC  ** You can help support The Contrast Project Lounge Podcast by visiting:  https://ko-fi.com/contrastprojectloungepodcast Keywords open water swimming, sunrise swims, favorite swim locations, wildlife encounters, Duval Ocean Swimmers, challenges of swimming in rough conditions, benefits of cold water immersion, open water swimming, Catalina channel, endurance, mental strength, supportive community, charitable causes #podcastersofinsta #podcastersofinstagram  #podcastersunite #thalassophile #openwaterswimmers  #author  #photographers --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-contrast-project/support

We discuss a new book that breaks down Irelands most beautiful outdoor swimming spots for people of all swimming abilities. Pat spoke to its authors Maureen McCoy and Paul McCambridge.

Zoe Hall is a former teacher and a passionate advocate for wild swimming and the profound impact it can have on mental health and community building. After leaving a stressful career in teaching, Zoe has journeyed around the world, undertaking wild swimming adventures across different continents. She is now the founder of the Dippendales Co., which not only offers unique swimwear sourced from recycled materials but also organizes wild swimming and hiking retreats. Zoe is dedicated to creating inclusive spaces for women in the wild swimming community and promoting the mental and physical benefits that come with embracing the outdoors.Episode Summary:In this absorbing episode of the podcast, Zoe Hall shares her transformative journey from a teacher to the founder of Dippendales Co., highlighting her deep-rooted love for wild swimming. The conversation delves into Zoe's personal experiences, her adventures across the globe, and the inception of her business that intertwines her passion for swimwear design with the empowering activity of wild swimming.Zoe's story is one of daring change and the pursuit of well-being through nature. With vivid anecdotes from her wild swimming adventures in places like Lake Louise, Canada, and the glacial lakes of Bavaria, the discussion illuminates the way these experiences shaped her philosophy towards life and work. The episode also explores the growth of wild swimming as a community and its benefits for mental health post-COVID, along with Zoe's aspirations to make a broader social impact through her retreats and potential charity work.Key Takeaways:Zoe Hall emphasizes the importance of pursuing personal well-being, even if it means leaving a secure career.Wild swimming has been a part of Zoe's life since childhood, leading to her founding the Dippendales Co.Community and inclusivity are central to Zoe's mission, inspiring women to embrace their bodies and the healing nature of water.The growth of the wild swimming community highlights the activity's mental health benefits, especially following the lockdowns.Zoe has aspirations to establish a charity to provide retreat access to those who can't afford it and to potentially manufacture swimwear in the UK.Resources:Instagram: @dipsanddalescowebsite www.dipsanddalesco.comSpecial Thanks to our Sponsors XTRATUF boots! Grab 25% off site wide using the code 24SHEWHODARESWINS25 www.xtratuf.co.ukPlease support the show at www.patreon.com/shewhodareswinsShop merch www.shewhodareswins.com Pod10 for 10% off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, tales of open water swimming - from the beauty of plunging into parkland ponds to the freedom of venturing into wild waves. Wild Swimming In our first story, Corey needs a swim, and finds themselves wading through British cultural norms to find one.  This story was written, recited and produced by Corey Green. Jasmin Alavuk was the Story Editor and special thanks goes to E Coffey and Phoebe Adler-Ryan for production assistance.  Thanks for sound recordings from: Kangaroovindaloo, Bonnyorbit, Kyles, Brunoauzet, Rthijs. Philbrice, Carlvus, 16GStepankovaS, Nature Notes UK, Kerouac21, jorickhoofd, Nielstii, Mlteenie, Robinhood76, NLM, Nagwense, Joedeshon, anthonyec, strongbot, klankbeeld, Philipmill6, SageturtleTo find these and many more check out freesound.org and aporee.org Open Waters  Up next, we're wading back into local waters. Pat interviews his Aunt and Uncle about their interest in ocean swimming and the sublime, humbling and breathtaking beauty that can be discovered in the deep blue. This story was produced by Patrick McKenzie. Featuring interviews with Annette and Peter McKenzie. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Join Kim Grant as she speaks with Orkney based photographer Nicki Gwynn-Jones. Nicki creates images from a place of flow and movement and shares how her love for wild swimming and dance helps her with creating her images. She also speaks about the joys of being free to create images in whatever way we wish and how she taps into the magic of the natural world. Journey into photography Sharing the beauty of the world through photographyHer decision to move to Orkney The joys of living in Orkney Feeling into stillness in order to find images Seeing myths and legends in the waves The incredible light and magic in OrkneyHer love for the light around the solstices Photographing textures and patterns in nature How she feels when photographing huge waves Finding herself againNot being allowed to experiment as a child Being pushed out of her comfort zone when she moved to Orkney Putting flow and movement in her photosSeeing her bird photography like ballet Her love for photographing arctic ternsThe importance of music in her life Her love for creating etherial photosThe freedom to express ourselves and create Learning how to use her camera The best advise she has ever received from a fellow photographerLearning to break the rules in photographyExperimenting with her camera Making the best out of what you have Creating photos on her phone Making photography accessible Her love for open water swimming Swimming relays in the English ChannelConnect with Nicki:Website: https://nickigwynnjones.zenfolio.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nickigwynnjones/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nicki.gwynnjones/---Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/Join the Photographic Connections community:https://photographic-connections.mn.co/Immersive Photography Weekend Dates:https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekendsFollow the journeyInstagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnectionsFollow Kim's photography journey and offeringsWebsite: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.ukYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotographyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotographyMusic by Mark RobinsonSong: A Thousand LifetimesWebsite: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Welcome to Ep 3 of our collaboration with PinkNicky Blog and the IWD Brighton Sea Swim. In this episode I speak to Mel Rayner who is a swim teacher, open water coach, personal trainer and school sports coach.  Mel runs a sports business based in Hampshire, UK and is a partner in a swim retreat business called The Wild Swimming Co. which has been involved with a number of swim collaborations with Land and Wave, one of the UK South Coast's leading adventure activity providers.  Mel is also a former keen triathlete, having achieved a podium finish at a full distance triathlon and completed numerous marathons and ultra marathons. However, despite being in the sea most days, she still has an unhealthy fear of seals!In this episode we explore what attracted Mel to open water swimming and how this has developed in to her running her retreats. She also shares some helpful tips for anybody interested in getting started with open water swimming. This episode is part of a 6 part mini series in collaboration with PinkNicky Blog in support of the IWD Sea Swim 2024. Each episode is 10 -15 minutes long and shines a light on one of the women involved in their event, their reasons for doing so and the benefits they have personally experienced from living life  adventurously.To find out more about Mel and the Wild Swimming Co visit:https://www.thewildswimming.co.uk/Instagram: @thewildswimmingco To find out more about PinkNicky Blog and register for the IWD Sea Swim, please click hereI hope you have enjoyed this episode of The Everyday Adventure Podcast! To keep up to date with the latest news, follow us: Instagram: @everydayadventurepod @resilienceatwork Linkedin: @Nicki-bassWebsite: www.resiliencework.co.ukTEDx: The Life Changing Power of Everyday AdventuresFor Media & Speaking Enquiries please contact Tracey Duke at 360 Speakers: tracey@traceyduke.comThe Everyday Adventure Podcast is proud to be part of the Tremula Network of Adventure and Outdoor Podcasts @tremulanetworkhttps://www.tremula.network

This week I'm joined by Nicola Crockford as we talk all about wild swimming and how it connects her to aquatic wildlife.  Buy Me a Coffee YOUTUBE LIVE EVENT PUFFIN SNORKELING  Facebook Page Twitter Instagram Youtube Channel

Vera Prokopieva and Annie Liddle were undergraduate students at the University of Oxford. They both took up wild swimming together while at Oxford. Annie grew up on a farm in Hampshire while Vera grew up in Bulgaria. Both had a love of swimming before coming to Oxford, and both have taken their love of swimming with them. In this podcast we discuss the value that open water and winter swimming bring to brain work and to everyday student life.  

Jay and Amelia are joined by Marjolein Roberston to discuss wild swimming, tarot readings and so much more.

Do you remember the awe and wonder of being a kid? It's time to recreate that feeling in your life, however that might look for you.   In this delightful conversation with Angela Bryant we talked to her main strength, creating order out of chaos.  Who doesn't need more of that?!   A lover of wild swimming all year round (which is no mean feat, living in England) we had a lot to talk about.   Listen to this ep to discover the key to creating order out of chaos, the beauty of connection in the online and offline world and how to live a joyous life, your way!   As an online business expert, Angela founded Angel Rated, a user review site focused on the courses, coaches and tools most often used by online business owners, and cofounded Cowork Crowd, a virtual coworking, productivity and accountability community for women business owners. She was named Product Creator of the Year at the 2021 Digital Women Awards for Angel Rated.   Angela is constantly looking for ways to improve systems and operations. She loves helping ethical business owners spend less time on admin and more time changing the world. You can find Angela at www.coworkcrowd.com and on Insta - https://www.instagram.com/coworkcrowd/   We also mentioned 3 of our fave online entrepreneurs Denise Duffield-Thomas    Suzy Ashworth  Angela Henderson    AND for fabulous adventures in Australian wild swimming;- Swimwild Escape   

'Healing Waters' is a deep-dive into my own personal experiences with swimming, grief and depression. The story takes you first into my mind, and then on a journey to the Isle of Coll I undertook in search of healing.Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and links to further resources about the topics we cover on the show.This episode contains contextual references of grief, depression and suicidal ideation. I wanted to let you know upfront, so you can take care while listening. If you or someone you know needs help, you can call the Samaritans at 116 123. It's free and you can call anytime if you need to talk. Or email jo@samaritans.org.Find out how to support our show and unlock bonus content.Join our email list for weekly resources and glimpses behind the scenes.Follow us on Instagram @wildforscotlandAlso check out my Scotland blog Watch Me See!

Dan the Merman is a professional open-water swim coach who lives and works on the west coast of Scotland. From his home in the Heart of Argyll, he takes locals and visitors out into the open waters of Scotland. In-person and digitally he fosters a community of considerate swimmers who want to immerse themselves not just in the deep, dark cold of the sea, but also in the culture and language of the Gaelic people.Connect with Dan the Merman on Instagram: @swim_danthemerman_argyll Visit our website to find the full show notes incl. the transcript and links to resources mentioned in our conversation.Find out how to support our show and unlock bonus content.If you hear something you like in this episode, take a screenshot and share what you like about it on your Instagram stories. And tag us @wildforscotland so we can say thank you! Help us spread the word about Wild for Scotland! Share your favourite moment of this episode on social media or share the episode with a friend.Join our email list for weekly resources and glimpses behind the scenes.Follow us on Instagram @wildforscotlandAlso check out my Scotland blog Watch Me See!

Join Kim as she speaks with UK based photographer Emily Endean. Emily is a nature photographer who has a particular love and connection with the coast. They speak about Emily's love for wild swimming and how being in the water adds so much to her photography experience. They also discuss how photography can bring us closer to others and a recent project Emily did that allowed her to do this at her local beach. Topics Covered Journey into photographyWhy she loves being out early morningHow photography gets her out for sunrise How living in a van helps her photography business Moving away from “normal” living to gain new experiences Why she is drawn to the coastDoing photography in the sea How she feels when she's in the waterPutting feeling and emotion into her images How wild swimming helps her immerse herself Photographing what she loves Working with others through workshops Allowing others to find their own vision How she sees the magic in everything Working with different genres and subjects Following what you are drawn to and love Taking inspiration from Viktoria HaakHow photography helped her become a morning person Why she loves the early morning light Being in the sea early in the morning The joys of wild swimming How we are all so unique in our processes People in the ocean projectBuilding connection with other people through photography Where would her life be if she hadn't discovered photography Connect with Emily:Website: https://www.emilyendeanphotography.co.uk/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emily_endean_photography/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/emilyendeanphotography2015/---Website: https://www.photographicconnections.com/Join the Photographic Connections community:https://photographic-connections.mn.co/Immersive Photography Weekend Dates:https://www.photographicconnections.com/photographyweekendsFollow the journeyInstagram: http:/www.instagram.com/photographicconnectionsFollow Kim's photography journey and offeringsWebsite: http://www.kimgrantphotography.co.ukYouTube: http://www.youtube.com/@kimgrantphotographyInstagram: http://www.instagram.com/kimgrantphotographyMusic by Mark RobinsonSong: A Thousand LifetimesWebsite: http:/www.markrobinsonmusic.comYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkRobinsonMusic

Episode Notes Jordi Lippe-McGraw joined Pauline to talk about where, and how, to travel to get inked. Then the New York Times' Elaine Glusac discussed new tours that allow travelers to swim, safely, for several kilometers in the ocean. Nick Cavanaugh, the CEO of Sensible Weather, was our last guest, discussing how the weather is predicted nowadways, and the money-back guarantees for weather issues that his company is offering outdoor vacationers.

It's summer, which means we're grabbing every chance there is to hit the beach or dive into a hotel swimming pool. But some travelers are a little more intrepid, plunging into wild, frigid waters for all manner of reasons. To find out why, Lale chats with writer and wild swimmer Freya Bromley about her recent memoir The Tidal Year and catches up with friend of the podcast and author Dorthe Nors, who lives on a remote part of Denmark's west coast. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Welcome to episode 147 of the Women's Running Podcast. We get straight into it this week with a spot of imposter syndrome, which is something both Esther and Holly feel a *lot*, especially when it comes to running.Slow runningWe then charge into the idea of slow running and how it can affect our pace and endurance and our health much more positively than the usual running we do, which tends to be staying vaguely in heart rates zone 3 and 4. We discuss how hard this it is to run slower.Better recoveryAnd we also discuss the concept of slow running making our harder/faster running better – because if we've recovered well, we can basically put in more effort on those technical sessions.Wild swimmingOther than that, Holly has been exploring wild swimming as a cross training activity and thoroughly enjoyed herself, but the end result has been less than brilliant.London Vitality 10,000And here's a quick reminder for the event of the year. We want you to come and run with us at the London Vitality 10,000 this year on Sunday September 24th. We have our very own Women's Running Wave, which means we can all run together, and there's enough space for everyone. There'll be a special meet and greet area just for us in the park, so we'll be able to chat with you before and after the run, and we can all celebrate together. We can't wait to run with you!LinksJoin the Women's Running Wave and run Vitality 10,000 with us!Big long clicky link here just in case:https://www.letsdothis.com/gb/checkout/ticket?eventId=18139&reservationCode=re_w37-cc3zed54&utm_organiser_id=29443Subscribe to Women's Running now and you'll save a third off the cover price!Do join us on Patreon so you can come and chat in our new Pod Squad community on Discord!Please continue to donate whatever you can to our fundraiser for the Trussell Trust – Holly and I ran 5K and donated £5, but you can give whatever you can afford.Do please email us at wrpodcast@anthem.co.uk with any questions or running stories Get bonus content on Patreon Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathleen from Plenty of Sunshine Travel met with Patrica from Explora Journeys for this week's cruise chat. Come and join us on our Explora Journeys Fan page on Facebook. Chat with like-minded cruisers who like Explora Journeys. www.facebook.com/groups/explorajourneysfanpage . Explora Journeys stays longer in each port - often in port from 8 am to 11 pm or overnight. You get to experience the nightlife! This is not something all cruise lines do. . Explora I has many suite types: HOMES AT SEA: 10 owners Residences 22 Ocean Residences 67 Ocean Penthouses 371 Ocean Suites 78 Multi-Generation Friendly connecting suites. All the terraces have a day bed, table, and chairs ~ perfect for breakfast as you arrive at your ports for the day! Come and cruise with me from New York to Quebec City from October 13 - 20, 2023. I would love to take the class with you! . ALL JOURNEYS INCLUDE A team of hospitality experts. Nine culinary venues, unlimited beverages, fine wines and premium spirits, specialty coffees, teas and soft drinks available at all times, including an in-suite mini-bar. Access to the spa thermal area Well-being and fitness programmes onboard and at the destinations. All onboard gratuities, high-speed unlimited Wi-Fi throughout the ship. In-suite welcome bottle of champagne Shuttle services from port to city centre. There are additional inclusions and services if you stay in Ocean Penthouses and Ocean Residences. . The experiences we looked at are only available through Explora Journey's partnership with Pelorus. With the partnership, you can experience extraordinary and immersive land-based adventures before or after your ocean journey. . With a Pelorus host, you will dive into the destinations. Experience various activities, from helicopter adventures, wild water rafting, and meeting a wild food forager to attending iconic cultural festivals. . We looked at Scottish Lochs, Irish Isle & Military Tattoos while onboard Explora I from Southampton to Glasgow. August 24, 2023 - September 2, 2023 . Edinburgh, United Kingdom (South Queensferry) August 26, 2023 - August 27, 2023. . The Spirit of Scotland at the Royal Edinburgh military tattoo. . Your evening starts with a bespoke recital by members of the Tattoo cast. Your guide brings you to a prime seating location. September 2 - 6, 2023 Glasgow Scotland Highlands Wonder. A Four-Night Post-Journey Immersion into Scotland's Last Wilderness .. DAY 1- The Braemar Gathering & Flight of the Falcons DAY 2 - Wild Picnic, Foraged Cocktails & Folk Music. DAY 3 - Loch Swimming Hill of the Boar Clay Shooting DAY 4 - From River Pleasures to Elegant Edinburgh. . Your bespoke post-journey experience includes Admission to the Braemar Highland Gathering games, private Falconry experience at Cadacraig estate, highland Safari in land rovers, guided foraging adventure, Scottish folk music concert, guided hikes, clay pigeon shooting on the estate, salmon, fishing expedition Wild Swimming with instructors. . Three nights in the Scottish Highlands at Candacraig and one night at The Balmoral, a Rocco Forte Hotel in Edinburgh. Full Breakfast each day. Three bespoke daily dinners prepared by a private chef, two picnics, and a lunch. . If you want to learn more about Explora Journeys or any other cruise lines I have met with. Please get in touch with me at info@PlentyofSunshineTravel.com. You can also fill out this simple form https://bit.ly/3mxFUNd, and I will get back to you. . Subscribe to our channel and hit the notification bell to ensure you don't miss any upcoming cruise videos. . If you want to see the images in this week's episode, click HERE for for our Tube Channel . Search #PlentyofSunshineTravel on Facebook or Instagram to see our posts. . . . #Explora #ExploraJourneys #ExploraJourneysFanPage #CruiseSpecialist #Cruise #CruiseGuru #TravelAgent #canadiantravelagent

Episode 87 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Dr Mark Harper, consultant anesthetist, researcher and cold water enthusiast! We chat about cold water and all it's amazing benefits on both mind & body, as well as how you can do it safely.Chill (swims around the UK) Mark Harper websiteMental Health Swims Buy Mark's book "Chill" https://blackwells.co.uk/bookshop/product/Chill-by-Mark-Harper/9781797213767; https://www.waterstones.com/book/chill/mark-harper/9781797213767 Support the show~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Share the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.com

Allie Mason is an autistic children's author and micro-adventurer who has just published her first book, The Autistic Guide to Adventure: Active Pursuits from Archery to Wild Swimming for Tweens and Teens.  Allie lives in the English countryside with her partner and their beloved Labrador. The purpose of her writing is to give neurodivergent young people a place where they recognise themselves and feel that they belong. Allie in her own words: “When I was 23 years old, I was diagnosed as autistic. It was a bittersweet moment for me. On the one hand, it answered a lot of questions that had been accumulating since I was a child. On the other, it highlighted that a lot of the struggles I had faced when I was younger could have been avoided with the right support. I was (and still am!) an avid reader, but I never felt that I recognised myself in the pages of a book. The characters didn't face the same struggles as me, didn't think the same way, so as much as I tried to immerse myself in these fictional worlds, there was always something missing. Now, as an adult, I write books that neurodivergent kids and teens, like I once was, can see themselves in.” *** About the book:The Autistic Guide to Adventure: Active Pursuits from Archery to Wild Swimming for Tweens and Teens.  Outdoor adventuring can be life changing - it makes you physically and mentally stronger, takes you to new places and introduces you to new friends, as well as being an exhilarating challenge - but it can be stressful when there are unexpected social and sensory challenges involved. Allie Mason, autistic adventurer extraordinaire, is here to help. Join Allie as she introduces activities ranging from archery to stargazing, sailing to fossil hunting, snorkelling to nature-writing - and so much more. Each easily digestible factsheet comes with a short introduction, a summary of the sensory experiences involved, suggestions on approaching activities for when you're just getting started, as well as a handy budgeting system. With personal anecdotes and interviews with awesome autistic athletes, this book will give you the support you need to take on the great outdoors. *** New episodes of the Tough Girl Podcast go live every Tuesday at 7am UK time - Subscribe so you don't miss out.  You can support the Tough Girl mission to increase the amount of female role models in the media - especially in relation to adventure and physical challenge by signing up as a patron. www.patreon.com/toughgirlpodcast. Thank you.    Show Notes Who is Allie Chilling with her dog at home Her early years growing up  Being diagnosed as autistic at 23 (Feb 2020) Feeling strange from a young age and knowing she was different Feeling isolated and being bullied  Why her diagnoses was liberating Understanding that she wasn't broken and that there is nothing wrong with her Her outlook on life  Being trusting, truthful and taking things at face value Not understanding social etiquette very well Wanting to gentle educate people by just being herself Understanding different Neurotypes  Getting an assessment done to diagnose autism Signing up for a roller-skate marathon in Berlin Training for 18 months and what that looked like  Thriving on structure  Raising money for charity - Ambitious About Autism Taking any reference to the roller-skate marathon out of the book What happened on the day of the marathon and why things didn't go according to plan  Dealing with injury and still wanting to do the challenge Being told to get off the course after 5km The lessons learned from the negative experience  Feeling emotions of frustration, resentment and feeling wronged How can organisers of the event could have handle having to take people off the course  Support for autistic people who enter larger events  Wanting to do the event again Equality and Equity Having the idea for her book while thinking about doing the roller-skate marathon New book: The Autistic Guide to Adventure: Active Pursuits from Archery to Wild Swimming for Tweens and Teens  The contents of the book and how to use the guide Highlights from the Autistic and Adventure manifesto - “Trying the thing, asking for support, respecting your limits and being an adventurer” Top tips for “trying the thing” Not being afraid to fail Who the book is aimed at The importance of representation and sharing stories from autistic athletics  Future projects in 2023 Working on book 2 Wanting to take a sensory space on tour around the UK How to connect with Allie Final words of advice  Being inspired by Al Humphreys   Social Media Website: www.alliewrote.com  Instagram: @alliewrote   TikTok: @alliewrote      

Eden Elgeti is a wild and pool swimmer in the United Kingdom, and is featured in our new book, Women and Water. The first line in her profile is, “I often joke through winter that I'd be more than happy to not swim and just turn up for the post-swim coffee and cake.” Of course, she goes on to share that she has always swum when given the opportunity, and it's taken her so many places, literally and figuratively. There's something so beautiful about Eden's relationship with the water. It's her constant companion. There's a lot that we admire about Eden - her ability to choose what's right for her, and to keep checking in to make sure she's still on the same page with herself. In this episode, we talk about how swimming shows up for her today (and vice versa), why she's taken a break from her social media account “@thetransgenderswimmer” and the community she's found swimming in London.This a series of interviews with some incredible humans who are featured in Women and Water - a new book from the team behind She Explores. We're taking the conversation off the page and into their relationship with water today. You'll hear from swimmers, surfers, paddlers, fishers, and more. Enjoy listening? Rate & Review She ExploresFeatured in this episode: Eden ElgetiShe Explores is Hosted & Produced by Gale StraubJoin the She Explores Podcast community on FacebookVisit She-Explores.com & Follow Us on InstagramSponsored by Danner BootsResourcesEden ElgetiWebsite: https://thetransgenderswimmer.co.ukOur new book, Women and WaterRegister for our Virtual Book Launch EventMentioned in conversation:Watch Eden, a short documentary filmSponsor linksDanner: Learn more about Danner Mountain 600: https://danner.com/mountain-600Rate this podcastRavel MediaMusic is licensed via podcastmusic.com.

Rachel Heley is a self-proclaimed fun runner. While the sport has been with her for most of her life, she's always fell tantalisingly short of any goals - but loved it nevertheless. However, you are more likely to find Rachel, a born adventurer, in the water. She discovered wild swimming - or as she simply calls it 'swimming' - during the pandemic, but has always been at home in the water, including taking part in swim/run events. Running Tales spoke to Rachel about the benefits of cold water swimming, including mood enhancement and muscle recovery - as well as how to take part in the activity safely. We also spoke about her adventure clothing line, and why she called it Wild Moose...   ---------------------------------- You can visit Wild Moose at this link, or on Instagram search for wildmoose_uk Subscribe to our Substack newsletter at https://runningtales.substack.com If you like this episode please consider donating to help us keep going: https://www.buymeacoffee.com/stepforward

New concepts and trends have been identified in the wellness travel sector this year. And several deal with how travelers are seeking help with the fallout, or the recovery, from the pandemic: Safe-space social settings to help people deal with the “loneliness epidemic”; anxiety relief; and water therapies – wild swimming, anyone? And like in many sectors, the sky's the limit when it comes to premium accommodations, treatments and amenities. In this episode, host Rebecca Tobin, hospitality editor Christina Jelski and Tammy Pahel, the vice president of spa and wellness operations for the Carillon Miami Wellness Resort, talk about why travelers are seeking out self care – and how they're doing it. This episode was recorded March 10 and has been edited for length and clarity. Episode sponsor: This episode is sponsored by G Adventures https://www.gadventures.com Related reports: Wellness travel's coolest, ‘wild' new trend has some travelers ready to plunge in https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Wellness-industry-new-wild-trend-has-some-in-travel-ready-to-plunge-in Identifying the wellness travel trends for 2023 https://www.travelweekly.com/Travel-News/Hotel-News/Wellness-travel-trends-2023 Carillon Miami Wellness Resort https://www.carillonhotel.com  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anna Deacon and Vicky Allan talk to Brendan about their book and why they loved swimming in Ireland.

Our lovely guest today is Ali Phillips, a Wild Swim Guide, blogger and you may also know her on the ol' IG as @girlabout.thelakedistrict. I am a massive lover of cold water swimming, so I'm really glad to welcome Ali on the show to share her passion, knowledge and wisdom on all things wild swimming and enjoying the outdoors.Ali shares:* The power of wild swimming (obvs)* The mental and physical health benefits of cold water immersion* How to start wild swimming safely* Her passion for the Lake District through blogging and social media* The impact of microplastics on our waterways+what we can do to help* Caring for our mental health* Stepping into your confidenceFind Ali here:@girlabout.thelakedistrict@alwaysswimmingwildBlog SiteWebsiteLinks from show:Girl About on InstagramWe Swim WildSurfers Against Sewage Contact me here:Sign up for email letters+receive 2 free guides on food freedom and self-connectionJoin the Substack Community (first 2 weeks free)Send me a voice note Instagram @beccaroseguy My website This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit missingpeace.substack.com/subscribe

Hello love! This month's wonderful freelancer guests is the fabulous Georgina Merckel, an Online Business Manager from the UK who has built a successful, feel good business in a niche that is close to her heart. Georgina and I had a lovely chat about her work, her team and how she likes to unwind and unplug from the business of her job.Tune in to hear about:✹ How Georgina started her freelance career and found her niche✹ Employing and working with a sibling✹ Georgina's love of wild swimmingThank you Georgina for coming on to the show and sharing your inspiring story!::Additional linksGeorgina's LinkedIn profileGeorgina's Instagramgeemerckel AND theorganisedpersonalassistantGeorgina's podcast::Connect with Ceelshttps://www.fiercelyfreelance.co/Come + say hello on my socials babe!Instagramhttps://www.instagram.com/fiercelyfreelance/TikTokhttps://www.tiktok.com/fiercelyfreelanceLinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/ceelslockley

Episode 49 of the Long Covid Podcast is a chat with Dr Adrian Baker & Leanne about wild swimming. Adrian, a GP in Nairn in north-east Scotland, is an avid wild swimmer as well as having also had Long Covid and recovered from it. Leanne, also from Nairn, has had her life completely transformed by wild swimming and hearing her story is incredibly inspiring for anyone listening. We chat through both Adrian & Leanne's experiences as well as some really useful advice & information for anyone looking to get into wild swimming. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~The Long Covid Podcast is self-produced & self funded. If you enjoy what you hear and are able to, please Buy me a coffee or purchase a mug to help cover costs.Share the podcast, website & blog: www.LongCovidPodcast.comFacebook @LongCovidPodcastInstagram & Twitter @LongCovidPodFacebook Support GroupSubscribe to mailing listPlease get in touch with feedback and suggestions or just how you're doing - I'd love to hear from you! You can get in touch via the social media links or at LongCovidPodcast@gmail.comDiscovery MattersA collection of stories and insights on matters of discovery that advance life...Listen on: Apple Podcasts Spotify Support the show

Harry Lewis and James Tytko are off on a summer science special, a jolly down the River Cam with their Captain for the day Peter of Camboats. If you're willing to adhere to the safety rules of the vessel you'll be making pit stops to check out the local wildlife, sporting prowess of the University's rowing team, historical engineering works that still function perfectly and local residents taking it upon themselves to monitor the health of the water itself. But to kick it all off the boys will start by dipping their toes in the deep end, and making the most of what's on their doorstep... Like this podcast? Please help us by supporting the Naked Scientists

How to avoid tragedy when swimming in the wild. We have a conversation with an avid swimmer and a rep from the Lifesaving Society.

Cold water swimming has exploded in popularity in recent years and many people say taking a chilly dip helps with their mental health, so I thought I'd try it out.Now, I have to come clean and tell you that, although I was swimming outdoors in a lake, my swim wouldn't officially be classed as a cold water swim because the water was actually quite warm... but I still felt many benefits and I squealed when getting into the water.My guest is Simon Kerslake who's the volunteer secretary for the Outdoor Swimming Society. Here are the books he recommends:Why We Swim by Bonnie TsuiWaterlog by Roger DeakinHaunts of the Black Masseur by Charles SprawsonThe Mindful Art of Wild Swimming by Tessa WardleyThe Outdoor Swimmers' Handbook by Kate RewPlease get in touch if you have anything to say about this episode, or any other. You can contact the lab on the links below:Instagram, Facebook, Twitter or Email: hello@wellbeinglabpodcast.comThe Wellbeing Lab is produced by AudioAF and is part of the Acast creator network. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, Carli and Sophia sit down with outdoor adventurer Annie to discuss her takes on bikepacking, camping, and some of her past and upcoming accomplishments and travels. To learn more about Annie and her projects, check her out at https://www.thebotbeyondthebrainz.com .

Laura describes herself as a wild swimmer, ‘waterlogger', adventurer, environmentalist, company director, artist and a mum – sounds like an awesome job description to us!She wasn't always a passionate advocate of wild swimming though. In her previous life, she worked in a senior position in teacher training in Llandudno. It was a very busy and stressful career that eventually led to burn-out and Laura becoming extremely unwell with fibromyalgia, even needing a full blood transfusion at one point.To help relieve her stiff joints a doctor suggested taking cold baths, which didn't really appeal to Laura. She took her treatment into her own hands by swimming in the nearby sea and noticed it had a positive effect on her symptoms.Laura soon became hooked on wild swimming, loving the sense of freedom and the beauty of her surroundings. Eager to help others experience this, she founded We Swim Wild, a not-for-profit that promotes open water swimming coupled with environmentalism.Laura has taken part in various environmental research projects and is currently partnering with Bangor University, collecting water samples from the UK's National Parks for testing for the presence of microplastics.Listen in as she discusses burnout, her recent ADHD diagnosis and the importance of protecting what you love. 

In this episode, we're off to Myanmar. Also known as Burma, this southeast Asian country offers scenic beauty, cultural riches and deep spirituality. Sadly, it is also a place that has endured the world's longest running civil war and successive military coups including one in 2021 that ousted Aung San Suu Kyi's democratically elected government. Before the latest military take over, British expat Dominic Horner was teaching English in Yangon and writing for local publications as well as filing stories for Lonely Planet and the Independent. He's a passionate advocate for wild swimming and in his love letter, recorded before he left Myanmar in 2021, Dominic shares some of his adventures as he sought out some of the Golden Land's best water holes. Also in this episode we hear from award-winning, Yangon-based blogger Su Wai Phyo; journalist, author and Myanmar expert Jessica Mudditt; and Tony Wheeler, founder of Lonely Planet Publications whose travels in Myanmar span five decades. 01.48 – A Love Letter to Wild Swimming in Myanmar by Dominic Horner. 10.08 – Su Wai Phyo, lifestyle and travel blogger based in Yangon. 19.25 – Jessica Mudditt is a journalist who lived in Myanmar between 2012 and 2016 and is the author of Our Home in Myanmar, Four Years in Yangon. 28.38 – Tony Wheeler, founder, along with his wife Maureen, of Lonely Planet Publications. After selling the company in 2011, they set up the charitable foundation Planet Wheeler which supports various projects in Myanmar. Episode producer: Simon Richmond Presenters: Belinda Dixon & Simon Richmond Sound editing: Doug Murray Co-producers: Kate Armstrong, Doug Murray & Tasmin Waby Theme Music Instant by Nettson Feeling that wanderlust? Longing to hear more Love Letters from locals? Please subscribe and give your rating for our podcast, it makes an enormous difference to our listenership. Follow us for travel updates on Instagram and Facebook.

Please welcome the "Queen of Valuable Content" Sonja Nisson, recorded as a special LinkedIn LIVE 'Brand Strand' Episode of the Podcast. 'Brand Strand' is where I wrap an episode of the podcast - with its strong and established Storytelling construct - around a particular company or individual, to help amplify their company or personal brand.In a nutshell Sonja Nisson "helps people unlock what they want to say in the world of business".In the kelp beds of Sennen Cove in Cornwall for her Clearing (as a wild swimmer & 'happy mermaid'!) Sonja tells us the 'story behind the story' of her curation of  "The Land of Content":  "What if the land of content was an Island? What would we find?!"Listen up to learn more about the "Bay of Quick Wins", Foggy Bottom", "Shit Creek" & "Lonely Crag"!More about Sonja:"If you are going through a business identity crisis and are keen to get your message and communications approach sorted, she can help. Her clients are founders and leaders with expertise and ideas to share, and most often, a website they're frustrated by and finding it hard to move forward on. Sonja helps you get clear on your story - who you are and what you do as a business - using research and feedback as a mirror to align your thinking and find a confident way forward. Working together, you'll craft a unique message, website and valuable content strategy that lands with those you want to influence, driving you and your business to reach your full potential. - Co-author of Valuable Content Marketing, how to make content the key to your business success - the first UK book on content marketing, published by Kogan Page 2013, 2015. - Alongside her independent consulting work, she runs the "School of Valuable Content" with co-author and friend Sharon Tanton. They run courses and writing clubs to help people create the valuable content they need to power their businesses. - She believes that the quest to create valuable content is a great catalyst for a more customer-centred approach to business and marketing. - She's increasingly curious about the role of listening in business and in life. She'd love to unleash a listening revolution in the business world. Imagine the radical change that would happen as a result!Enjoy!

ABIGAIL TRIPP has lived in London Waterloo for almost 25 years. She is an avid swimmer, cyclist and traveller and loves searching out the wild swimming and lido spots in and around London. “Being in touch with the water is so important to me.” Abigail is also a huge cycling fan and cycles all around London. Her idea of finding peace and quiet is going on early morning urban solos, a concept she first discovered while on a silent walking retreat on the west coast of Scotland near Inverie. Closer to London, one of Abigail's favourite camping and swimming destinations is to Brightlingsea Lido and to Mersea Island. Abigail is a founding member of Flux Soup, a collective musical and artistic group who initiate creative events around theatre, music and song. At last year's Waterloo Festival, they collaborated with writer Sarah Gray in a production of Sarah's written work, entitled Heartwood. On our walk from Archbishop's Park in London SE1 she took me to the Thames and along the path between Lambeth Bridge and Westminster Bridge passing the Covid Memorial Wall of red and pink hearts. Where our discussion turns to cycling and Abigail's involvement in Wednesday morning cycle rides for women, as well as the plans she has for community building at St John's Waterloo through art, and collective creativity. To contact Abigail at St Johns, Waterloo go to: https://stjohnswaterloo.org/ To go cycling with Abigail or others go to: https://www.letsride.co.uk/ To know more about Flux Soup go to: https://fluxsoup.weebly.com/ Facebook: Flux Soup ; Instagram: @fluxsouparts To find out about your podcast host EMMA go to https://www.travellingthrough.co.uk/ A big thanks to MARISKA Martina at https://www.mariskamartina.com/ for creating our wonderful podcast jingle!  

Rory Southworth is what most people would call superhuman. He spends much of his time undertaking interesting challenges across the hills and mountains of UK, often involving cold water swimming, free-diving, skiing, hiking, trail running, cycling, or, really, anything outdoors. He is passionate about sharing his adventures across his popular Instagram platform, and for me, is a shining light in the industry, never failing to offer an inspirational or reflective post, coupled with a huge smile that leaves you feeling pumped to get up and moving seconds later. Rory says that ‘Sport is so intrinsically linked to my mental health that movement is beyond crucial to my happiness.' The list of Rory's adventurous achievements is too long to list here, but in the last few years he has completed 100km of English Skiing; in summited all of the Wainwright Outlying Fells; Run across Lancashire; finished a Virtual Everest Expedition; andcompleted swimming the length of all the Lake District Tarns (deeper than 5m), to name but a few. He is a freelancer and ambassador for Salamon, Speedo UK, Ordnance Survey, and Rubicon Raw, and has a background in product design, putting on events for Digital, creative and tech businesses.He cares passionately about the environment, and this comes across in all that he does, and despite facing a few health setbacks in recent years, he continues to adapt and overcome, saying that ‘Comfort is being in the places that give you joy' - and without question, this is the outdoors for Rory. In this episode we take a deep dive with Rory into what draws him to bodies of water across the UK, and why just the UK. We pick apart his mental resilience strategy, learn about kit needed to wild swim, and find out his top tips for anyone looking to brave the wet wherever you call home!Follow Rory on Instagram

Estelle has created a freelance business that is good for her and the planet.Focussing on her green values (some might say ‘ecopreneur'

Angela Jones, also known as 'The Wild Woman of the Wye', often spends up to six hours in the river. She joins Jimmy on the farm to talk about wild swimming; the health benefits, risks, and impact on the environment.Open water swimming boomed during the pandemic, with searches for the term “wild swimming” increasing by 94%, according the Outdoor Swimming magazine's annual report. Many swimmers talk about the positive impact on their mental and physical health. Cold water immersion reduces inflammation and stress hormones, and one study found that it can boost dopamine levels by 530%.Angela has swam in the Wye for decades, and often sleeps on the riverbank with just a sleeping bag. She's an advocate for swimming without a trace; being able to enjoy the health benefits and nature while simultaneously considering ecosystems. Hear how to avoid inadvertently damaging wildlife, and how wild swimming can improve your health and wellbeing.Find out more about Angela's outdoor swimming business here. See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In episode 16 I'm joined by Flora Jamieson of The Round Window. Flora is a stained glass artist who takes on a wide variety of stained glass commissions as well as her own contemporary designs.Her personal style is inspired by graphic design, the natural world, organic forms and geometric patterns. Color palettes are bold yet simple, lead lines are meticulous and purposeful and patterns are hand-painted and repetitive, with the fluidity and texture of the brush stroke telling part of the story.Flora is also a freelance glass painter for stained glass studios in the UK and further abroad. Specializing  in reproduction of Victorian Bird Roundels, she seeks to be as faithful to the traditional techniques as possible, having studied many beautiful original examples over the past 18 years.  She has  worked on several church windows in conjunction with other stained glass studios, painting replicas of damaged pieces. Today Flora is  is getting technical for all of us who want to know the details of her glass painting wizardry and even has some book suggestions  - the same ones she used to learn actually - for those of us that don't have access to an in-person glass painting class. We'll also take a dive into her double life as an avid outdoor swimmer and author of her book Wild Swimming.And where Studio Ghibli fits into it all? Join me to find out…as I crack it all wide open!  To see more of Flora's work her website is www.florajamieson.co.uk and her instagram is @theroundwindow.Her book is called Wild Swimming and is available here at florajamieson.co.uk/shop/wild-swimming-book.Honorable mentions from this episode:Reusche glass paint petermcgrain.comFlora's favorite stained  glass artists - Judith Schaechter (Soon to be a guest on Cracked Season 2!)@judithschaechterwww.judithschaechter.comPatrick Reyntiens - patrickreyntiens.comFrans Wesselman - fwstainedglass.co.ukKate Gakenheimer - kategakenheimer.comStuart Low - www.stuartlow.co.ukWilliam Morris - tree of life windowwikipedia.org/wiki/William_MorrisEdward Burne Jones - The annunciation arthistoryproject.comStained glass painting technique book Flora started out with- https://amzn.to/3DLtzgCAnother one she suggests:https://amzn.to/3DMC7UkIntroduction to the basics:https://www.amazon.co.uk/Glass-Painters-Method-Brushes-Paints/dp/1999618904Studio Ghhibli Animation studioghibli.comWild Swimming  illustratorgemmakoomen.com@gemmakoomenFor episodic sponsorship opportunities please email hello@runaglassworks.com.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.Support the show (https://www.patreon.com/runaglassworks)

Calum, Robbie and Jack Hudson are The Wild Swimming Brothers. Together, they went on a 9-day adventure to swim from the source of the River Eden to its mouth in the Solway Firth near their childhood home. After such a transformative endurance swim, they decided they wouldn't stop there and embarked on more world-first swims including swimming across terrifying maelstroms in Norway, Scotland and the Arctic Circle. In this episode, I chat to Calum and Robbie about reconnecting with childhood memories, overcoming (or maybe just accepting fear) and that need to rewild ourselves in a busy world. Most of all, this is a great chat about the importance of brotherhood. And I hope you enjoy it!Follow:@freybromley #TheTidalYear @thewildswimmingbrothersSwim Wild by Jack Hudson is available wherever you buy your books. Thanks to this episode's sponsor TRIHARD. Say goodbye to chlorine and shop their skin and hair products at 15% off with the code Tidal at trihard.co Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Wild swimming is like a secret society these days. With those 'on the inside' having access to a whole new type of outdoor euphoria, connection with nature and mind-body experience. The good news is, this is no exclusive club. Wild swimming is for everyone. And Wild Swimming Brothers Jack, Calum and Robbie are here to get your psyched and ready.For those that are curious, seeing people jump ecstatically into cold lakes and hammer through ice with nothing but a swimming costume on can be simultaneously mesmerising and horrifying. If you're wondering how you can get a slice of the magic but have no idea how to start, this episode is for you. To find out how to get started, what to wear, how to find your first spot and other tips, tune in! Plus, there's a wild swimming quiz at the end and really, who doesn't love a quiz?

This episode is one that was especially thrilling to make, as it was the first one I actually recorded face to face – out in the open, hence the background sound of the river rushing by and the birds singing. Which is really appropriate as my guest, Angela Jones, spends almost as much time in the river as on dry land. Angela is a wild swimming specialist, a fitness instructor, a traveller, an adventurer and now an author. She has swum without a wetsuit amongst icebergs in Iceland, kayaked, swum and run the length of the river Wye and from coast to coast in Scotland. She's also won international triathlon events, though she tells me she's never been motivated by competition, and feels at her happiest in and around the river – and in particular the beautiful river Wye. “The river Wye flows through my veins and is my office and my playground,” she says.In this episode Angela and I chat about her love of the river and wild swimming. She tells me about the worrying deterioration in the health of the river that she has noticed and logged over the years, and we talk about what we can do to make a difference and save our rivers. We discuss her appearance on a Panorama documentary about discharges of raw sewage into the river and finally she tells me about her wonderful new book, Wild Swimming the River Wye.ResourcesYou can find out  more about Angela here.To buy her fabulous book, Wild Swimming the River Wye click here.Sign the petition Angela refers to here.Watch the Panorama documentary on the river pollution scandal here.Find more resources for saving our rivers on my website, here.And watch us swimming together in the river here (and why not subscribe to my YouTube channel while you're there?!)

Has the outdoors ever helped your mental health? Wondered why? Listen on to find out! My guest in this episode is Dr Lucy Loveday. Lucy is a GP and medical educationalist, fell runner and wild swimmer who lives on Dartmoor. Her life is focused on the benefits of nature for mental wellbeing. And through her work as a doctor, she's developed evidence-based Wellbeing Toolkits and a green prescription to show how nature can help mental health. She's also the founder of Movement and the Mind - a conference exploring the connection between mind, body and planet. The outdoors has played a pivotal role throughout Lucy and her family's life, most importantly because of her father's struggles with severe depression. She's determined to spread the message about why if you get moving outdoors in nature, the benefits to your mental wellbeing can be profound. The Outdoors Fix is a podcast produced and hosted by Liv Bolton @liv_outsideuk This episode of The Outdoors Fix was supported by outdoor footwear brand Merrell. Merrell is launching a year-long campaign called #StepFurther to encourage people from all walks of life to get outdoors on a micro-adventure to experience the benefits for both their physical and mental health. The post Dr Lucy Loveday: The wild swimming GP championing mental wellbeing in the outdoors appeared first on The Outdoors Fix.