Manuel Añò is one of the few people in the world who can film while free diving under ice. This winter, he’s done about 60 dives in Quebec and Ontario, including dips in the St. Lawrence River. Añò collects samples for biologists who study certain lakes in Quebec. Together, they’ve made some surprising findings.
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181: Ariana Kukors Smith: A Conversation About Lia Thomas & Transgender Athletes
On this edition of Road Trippin’, the crew welcomes Ariana Kukors Smith to the show. She tells you what it’s like for her to root for transgender swimmers (including now NCAA Champion Lia Thomas) while at the same time feeling deep empathy for those women who are now losing to trans athletes. A former world record holder in the 200-meter individual medley, Ariana is one of the most accomplished female swimmers in the world.
We have the tough conversation about what can/should be done at a legislative level if the NCAA will choose to be proactive in setting boundaries, the mental health aspect of women losing to transgender athletes…and also why we need to support trans athletes in following their dreams.
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My Great North Swim Experience | Outdoor Swimmer Magazine
Twelve years ago Outdoor Swimmer contributing editor Jonathan Cowie swam his first open water event at the Great North Swim in Windermere. Where will your open water journey take you?
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Being an Olympic Swimmer at 22 Years Old | Alicia Wilson | On The Spot
In today’s episode of On The Spot, I spoke to Alica Wilson about her incredible swimming career with the Olympics and the upcoming Birmingham Commonwealth Games. We talk about what it’s like living in America, swimming during lockdown, and the fast profession of her athletic career at such a young age! It was lovely speaking to her ❤️
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Lizzi Smith on Butterfly, Lifting, & Being Coached by Ian Crocker | Inside With Brett Hawke
Lizzi Smith is a 2x Paralympian and 3x medalist from the United States. Most recently, at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympic games, she captured silver in the 100 Fly (S9). Lizzi was born without her left arm due to amniotic band syndrome.
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‘Trans Athletes Should Not Compete Against Women’ Says Sophie Corcoran | talkRADIO
Commentator Sophie Corcoran says trans athletes should not be allowed to compete in women’s sports.
“Every time a trans athlete wins, a woman loses.”
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Austin YMCA Looking To Hire 400 Lifeguards, Swim Instructors, Camp Counselors for Summer | FOX 7 Aus
The Y says these jobs are a perfect stepping stone for those seeking a health, first responder, or teaching career. Read more: https://bit.ly/3uHTt1n
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Tybee Swimmers Rescued by Kayak Instructor | WJCL News
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Greensboro Aquatic Center Hosts YMCA National Short Course Swimming Championship | WXII 12 News