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An Open Water Swimmer's Podcast

William Ellis
Open Water Swimming
English Channel
Cold Water Swimming
Marathon Swimming
Mental Health
Sarah Thomas
Lake Geneva Swim
Swimming
Coaching
Ocean Conservation
PANDAS
Ocean Lube
Lake Geneva
Molokai Channel
Trauma Recovery
English Channel Swimming
Elite Sports
Eating Disorders
North Channel
Winter Relay

Outdoor swimming is one of the fastest growing activities in the world, the benefits of which are well documented across many platforms and media. Each episode of this podcast I (Will Ellis) will be asking the same set of questions to my guests in order to hear their swim story, find out what the water means to them, and in doing so find the common ground between us all: the love of the water itse... more

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Available to subscribers 10th January, episode free to play 17th January.

Having come to swimming later in life my guest this week is a former top level rower turned Channel Swimmer… she is someone who consistently trains to such high level, churnin... more

Available 3rd January to subscribers. Episode will be free to play 10th January

My guest for Episode 2 is an Australian Paralympian, having represented his country as a runner at three Paralympic Games, before transitioning to triathlon in 2022 at t... more

Available 27th December to subscribers. Episode will be free to play Saturday 3rd January.

This first Episode of Season 5 is with a World Record holder who swam the 70km of Lake Geneva in 2024 in a staggering 22 hours and 48 mins... becoming the fas... more

Update on Season 5 and the bonus material that will be on offer for subscribers... very excited to share all the episodes with you all.

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Recent Guests

Gerrard Gosens
Australian Paralympian and marathon swimmer
Australian Paralympic Team
Episode: 5.2 Gerrard Gosens
Sam Farrow
Accomplished open water swimmer and world record holder
Episode: 5.1 Sam Farrow
Lee Johnson
A dedicated open water swimmer who participated in the first winter relay swim of the English Channel
Episode: 4.13 (Bonus P1) Lee Johnson
Brian Foster
Remarkable young swimmer known for his record-setting achievements in marathon swimming, including a double crossing of the North Channel.
Episode: 4.12 Brian Foster
Amber Keegan
Former Team GB Elite Athlete and open water swimmer
Team GB
Episode: 4.11 Amber Keegan
Paul de Waard
A dedicated open water swimmer from the Netherlands now living in Ireland, known for his heroic recovery from a traumatic incident and for swimming in extremely cold waters.
Episode: 4.10 Paul de Waard
Halani Moss-Vete
Channel swimmer who completed the Molokai Channel and the English Channel.
Episode: 4.9 Halani Moss-Vete
Emma France
An accomplished swimmer and coach at Dover Channel Training
DCT Training (Dover Channel Training)
Episode: 4.7 Emma France
Phillip Rush
A legend in open water swimming and marathon swimming coach
Episode: 4.6 Phillip Rush

Host

Will Ellis
Host who explores open water swimming and its implications on personal journeys through engaging conversations with guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 208 ratings
  • Excellent

    Such a great podcast. Can’t wait for season 5.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mandy Penfold
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great !

    Really enjoying the pod casts. Learning something from each episode !

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Karen wales swim
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Love this 🌊

    This is such a great podcast, I love it! The episode with Osteopath Mark Andrews was recommended to me as I have a shoulder injury that I am battling, and this was fascinating! I absolutely loved hearing what Mark had to say about working through injury and this has helped my mindset so much. Will is such a great host and I have started right back at season 1, episode 1 and can’t wait to devour the whole series. If you love being in the sea, in a wetsuit on a surf board or in skins, this is for ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CosPole
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Simply brilliant

    A great fun way to get to know more about all these iconic swimmers from around the globe! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sal MG
    United Kingdoma year ago
  • Excellent and interesting series of conversations

    This is a fantastic podcast for anybody with an interest in swimming. Ostensibly for open water swimmers those who pool swim will get something from it too.

    The host gently takes his guests through their swimming lives and gives them time to talk and articulate their swimming journey (sometimes life journey).

    The guests are as varied as the swims they have completed and each one brings something new to the podcast.

    Having binged the episodes over a few days I cannot recommend this podc... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gogglekid
    United Kingdoma year ago

Listeners Say

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Audiences express gratitude for the community-oriented focus and the sense of belonging fostered by swimming narratives.
Many highlight the podcast's ability to appeal to swimmers of all skill levels, from professionals to casual participants.
Listeners appreciate the engaging storytelling and personal insights shared by guests, making the content relatable and inspiring.
The host's approach to discussing mental health and personal challenges in swimming resonates well with the audience, creating a supportive atmosphere.

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Talking Points

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5.2 Gerrard Gosens
Q: How has your relationship with the water changed since your early days?
Gerrard describes how he initially feared the water but has grown to see it as a friend, finding tranquility and joy in swimming and connecting with the ocean's wildlife.
5.2 Gerrard Gosens
Q: Why do you swim?
Gerrard shares that after a successful career as a distance runner, he was inspired to swim after being challenged to become the first totally blind person to swim the English Channel.
5.1 Sam Farrow
Q: What did you feel during the last segment of your Lake Geneva swim?
Sam experienced significant pain but motivated herself to keep going by focusing on the approaching sunrise.
5.1 Sam Farrow
Q: How do you balance your training with caring for your children?
Sam manages her training schedule around her co-parenting responsibilities, utilizing child-free times to fit in training.
5.1 Sam Farrow
Q: What would you say is the leap for you to get back into actually entering events?
Sam mentions her competitive background made it hard to swim without a defined goal, so after enjoying swimming again, she looked for events to participate in.

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Focused on the collective passion for open water swimming, the content explores the transformative journeys of various participants within the swimming community. The series features in-depth conversations with both seasoned athletes and newcomers who share their personal stories, emphasizing the physical, mental, and emotional aspects of swimming in natural waters. Noteworthy discussions often touch upon challenges such as cold water swimming, recovery from traumatic experiences, and mental health, creating an enriching narrative that resonates with both dedicated swimmers and enthusiasts of outdoor activities. Each episode aims to provide listeners with insights into the communal ties forged through shared love for the water, promoting a ... more

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1. Gerrard Gosens
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3. Lee Johnson
4. Brian Foster
5. Amber Keegan
6. Paul de Waard
7. Halani Moss-Vete
8. Emma France

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