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Where land meets water, an invitation lingers—not just between elements, but between versions of yourself. You could remain on shore—where it's safe, familiar, predictable. Or you could cross into the unknown. Stories from the Water is where we dive into the courage it takes to begin, the resilience that keeps us moving forward, and the wisdom that only emerges in the space between. If you have ever stood at the edge of a body of water and wondered what it would be like to swim to the other side, you're in good company. Whether you're a seasoned swimmer, aspiring adventurer, or just someone intrigued by the water's mysterious pull, allow these stories to reveal what lies beneath the surface—not just of the water, but of ourselves.
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Signup to Generate a PitchWhere land meets water, an invitation lingers, not just between elements, but between versions of yourself. You could remain on shore, where it's safe, familiar, predictable. Or you could cross into the unknown.
Recent episodes include "Joe Zemaitis' Swim Story" (15 October 2026, 47 minutes), "Emma Levy's Swim Story" (1 October 2026, 43 minutes), and "Michella Thomas' Swim Story" (15 August 2026, 63 minutes).
Stories from the Water publishes roughly every two weeks, with episodes averaging 44 minutes across 216 episodes.
Booking probability for Stories from the Water is 48%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Stories from the Water requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Stories from the Water's contact route on record: verified email.
The strongest fits for Stories from the Water are Fitness, Golf & Recreation. Stories from the Water has a sports audience and around 340 subscribers on YouTube.
Stories from the Water is a sports podcast with 216 episodes published.
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Episode #19
Send us Fan Mail Joe Zemaitis is a marathon swimmer, coach, and endurance athlete who has spent decades pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in open water. A former professional triathlete, Joe has completed more...
Episode #18
Send us Fan Mail Emma Levy swam competitively as a child, and since then has continued swimming either in the pool or in open water, depending what’s available. This year it finally occurred to her that for the purposes...
Episode #15
Send us Fan Mail In her own words: I've been a pool swimmer since age of 9 and swam competitivelyfor UCSD Tritons I started swimming open water regularly since 1990 My first channel swim (not ratified) was Maui Channel...
Episode #14
Send us Fan Mail This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water...
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Send us Fan Mail Edward (“Ted”) Lomicka is a healthcare finance and innovation strategist at Community Health Systems and an adjunct professor at Vanderbilt University. He is also a husband to Michelle and father of two...
Episode #13
Send us Fan Mail Chris is a journalist and the author of five books. The latest, The Plunge: Maverick Swimmers, an Unlikely Quest, and the Transformative Power of Cold Water , it is a globe-trotting narrative about...
Episode #12
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Lev Goldberg (he/him) became the first openly transgender person to swim across Lake Ontario or any Great Lake on September 3, 2025, finishing his crossing in 24 hours 25 minutes and 15...
Episode #11
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from...
Episode #11
Send us Fan Mail This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water...
Episode #10
Send us Fan Mail This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water...
Episode #10
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from...
Episode #9
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from...
Episode #9
Send us Fan Mail This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water...
Episode #8
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from...
Episode #8
Send us Fan Mail This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water...
Episode #7
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from...
Episode #7
Send us Fan Mail This episode is one story. The Water’s Edge is where stories like this turn into lived experience. Feeling inspired? Find Meaning in the Monotony or subscribe to my Substack for Lessons from the Water...
Episode #6
<p>Send us Fan Mail</p><p>Find out more about Ocean Conservancy, A Healthy Ocean and Thriving Planet Forever and for Everyone: Homepage - Ocean Conservancy</p><p>Find out more about Podcastathon: Welcome |...
Episode #6
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Episode #5
Send us Fan Mail Veruska De Vita is a learner free diver, open-water swimmer and author who encourages everyone to have a deeper respect for the sea. Her non-fiction book Deep Blue – why we love the sea , launched in...
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