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The Blue Room

sabra.lane
Outdoor Swimming
Open Water Swimming
Swimming
Tasmania
Oceans Seven Challenge
Swimming Skills
Australia
Ocean Swimming
Capri To Napoli Swim
Drowning Statistics
Rob Woodhouse
Community
Hobart
Mental Health
English Channel
Climate Change
Swimming Australia
Cold Water Swimming
Community Support
Marathon Swimming

A podcast celebrating the joys of outdoor swimming and the incredible sense of community it creates. Join us as we explore the beauty and thrill of swimming and dipping, in ocean, rivers, and natural waters — often with friends and fellow enthusiasts. Each episode features inspiring interviews with diverse personalities and groups who share their passion for aquatic adventures, connection with nat... more

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Latest Episodes

Dr Vanessa Pirotta spends a lot of her time in The Blue Room, or what she calls our Blue Backyard. As a kid all she wanted to do was to become a dolphin trainer - she's now a whale scientist and become a regular contributor in the media, explaining s... more

The Blue Room's Sabra Lane interviews marathon swimmer Joanne Norman on becoming the first Australian woman to complete the Oceans Seven Challenge. What makes Joanne's story truly remarkable is that she was bitten by a Cookiecutter shark on her first... more

Pop divas and sisters Vika and Linda Bull have just been inducted into the ARIA Hall of Fame, released a new album "Where do you come from", are currently on a national tour and have written a song for swimmers called "That's how I pray".

The Blue ... more

Dr Heather Massey is a marathon swimmer. She's also a researcher at the University of Portsmouth’s Extreme Environments research group in the UK. She's just recruited people for a study comparing cold water swimming with medication in treating depres... more

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Recent Guests

Joanne Norman
First Australian woman to complete the Ocean Seven
Episode: Bitten not beaten: Joanne Norman on being the first Australian Woman to achieve the Oceans 7
Linda Bull
Singer, songwriter, swimmer
Music industry, Tongan-Australian heritage
Episode: That's how I pray; singers Vika and Linda Bull on swimming and their song 'That's How I Pray"
Vika Bull
Singer, songwriter, swimmer
Music industry, Tongan-Australian heritage
Episode: That's how I pray; singers Vika and Linda Bull on swimming and their song 'That's How I Pray"
Heather Massey
Marathon swimmer and lecturer researching cold water immersion
Extreme Environments Laboratory, University of Portsmouth
Episode: BONUS: Cold water shock, depression, swimming v medication an interview with Dr Heather Massey
Tim Winton
Author and ocean-lover
Author
Episode: Talking the Big Blue in the Blue Room with author and ocean-lover Tim Winton
Brett Stephenson
Tasmanian swimmer who completed the Freedom Swim from Robben Island to Big Bay
Episode: Why a humble Tasmanian Swam the Freedom Swim
Mark Sowerby
Australian marathon swimmer featured in the documentary Dont Be Prey
Blue Sky Investments (former founder/leader)
Episode: Mark Sowerby, Don't be Prey!
Lawrence Stubbs
Coach from Coledale
Coledale Oysters, Coach
Episode: Coledale Oysters at Coles Bay Devil Swim
Mel Berry
Pupil of Lawrence, competitive open-water swimmer
Coledale Oysters
Episode: Coledale Oysters at Coles Bay Devil Swim

Host

Sabra Lane
Host of The Blue Room; regular interviewer guiding conversations around outdoor swimming, community, and health.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Just like being in the water!

    I found myself absolutely immersed in each episode, from the challenges of marathon swimming to a swim-able city and everything in between. Thank You 🙏

    Will resonate with every swimmer 🏊 🏊‍♀️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gadgtffff
    Australia6 months ago
  • Thank you for bringing me the water even when I can’t get there myself.

    Lovingly and skilfully made, this is a joy to listen to. Love listening to the warm voices and hearing the deep love of the water shared in the stories and snapshots on your pod.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cathmok
    Australia7 months ago
  • Thanks

    Gorgeous pod. Swim-motivation

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Robbie76k
    Australia8 months ago
  • The Blue Room

    Love these podcasts. I look forward to each one.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nicola38S
    Australiaa year ago
  • Thank you for bringing me the water even when I can’t get there myself.

    Lovingly and skilfully made, this is a joy to listen to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cathmok
    Australiaa year ago

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Guests and topics are consistently inspiring, with strong emphasis on resilience and practical swimming insights.
Listeners praise the immersive storytelling and warm narration that make water and community feel close.
The show is noted for high-quality conversations and a welcoming vibe that resonates with both swimmers and casual listeners.

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BONUS: Cold water shock, depression, swimming v medication an interview with Dr Heather Massey
Q: What would you like them to do more of?
Heather Massey advocates for dedicated water safety leadership, greater accessibility for people with mobility issues, and expanding access to nature-based exercise to support mental health, while ensuring medical oversight and recognizing that some individuals may still need medications.
Mark Sowerby, Don't be Prey!
Q: What did you learn about yourself through Oceans Seven and the subsequent events?
Daily discipline remains essential; growth comes from stepping outside comfort zones, and the journey showed that the head is the limiting factor, not the body, leading to a deeper understanding of resilience and identity beyond crisis.
Mark Sowerby, Don't be Prey!
Q: How did the film come to exist and be filmed in the first place?
The film happened largely by accident when a teammate offered to film the English Channel swim for free after a prior fundraising effort, and the footage turned into a documentary that helped raise even more money and gave the project a life of its own.
Mark Sowerby, Don't be Prey!
Q: Tell me about that English Channel swim and the charity angle.
The swim was driven by a real desire to reset and improve, involving extensive preparation, a move to New York for training, and the aim of turning personal challenges into significant charitable contributions, ultimately raising substantial funds and reshaping his life after the experience.
The Kingston Swim Pod; how to become confident in ocean swimming
Q: What makes the experience meaningful for the participants beyond the swim itself?
The camaraderie, shared achievement, and ongoing opportunities to swim together after graduation are seen as the most valuable outcomes, creating a supportive community around open-water swimming.

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A show centered on outdoor swimming, its communities, and the people who push boundaries in open water. Episodes foreground marathon and ultra-distance swims, ocean pools, and grassroots groups, often weaving in personal resilience, environmental advocacy, and the social fabric that forms around swimming with friends and teammates. Notable angles include mental health, safety in cold water, and the role of community—from local clubs to international coastal journeys—making it appealing to listeners who value health, nature, and connection. A standout aspect is the breadth of guests, from record-holding swimmers to community organizers, all sharing a common love of water and supportive networks.

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The Blue Room launched a year ago and published 34 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Blue Room include:

1. Joanne Norman
2. Linda Bull
3. Vika Bull
4. Heather Massey
5. Tim Winton
6. Brett Stephenson
7. Mark Sowerby
8. Lawrence Stubbs

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