Swimming the Strait is a podcast that uncovers the stories of fearless swimmers, ocean experts, and pioneers in the world of open-water endurance, exploring the challenges, triumphs, and unbreakable determination that drive them.
Marathon swimmer Kerianne Brownlie discusses her Cook Strait swim training, the supportive swimming community, and the link between nursing and mental toughness in this interview with Aitana Forcen.
3 Jun 2025
Corrina Connor and the Power of Trying Again
Marathon swimmer Corrina Connor discusses her journey of resilience and determination after an unsuccessful attempt to swim the Cook Strait, highlighting the mental and emotional fortitude required to try again in this interview with Aitana Forcen.
1 May 2025
Corinna Connor and the Courage to Keep Going
In this episode of Swimming the Strait, I talk with Corinna Connor, marathon swimmer, librarian, and cellist, about her first attempt to swim the Cook Strait. This is the first of a two-part conversation where we explore what it means to show up for something big, face the unexpected, and keep moving forward.
Corinna shares what drew her to long-distance swimming, what it felt like to take on such a massive challenge, and the mindset it takes to keep going, even when things don’t go to plan. It’s a powerful reminder that courage isn’t just about crossing the finish line, it’s about how we meet ourselves in the middle of the unknown.
You can read more about Corrina's adventures here:
https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/ninetonoon/audio/2018907048/the-librarian-who-conquered-foveaux-strait-without-a-wetsuit
https://newsroom.co.nz/2023/06/28/corrina-connor-finds-her-stride-in-historic-foveaux-strait-swim/
https://gogglesatdawn.blogspot.com/
20 Feb 2025
Caitlin O’Reilly and the Journey to Conquer the Ocean’s Seven
What does it take to push past your limits and take on the world’s toughest open-water swims? In this episode of Swimming the Strait, I sit down with Caitlin O’Reilly, who—at the time of our conversation—was on her journey to completing the Ocean’s Seven, one of the most grueling endurance challenges in open-water swimming.
Since then, she has made history as the youngest person ever to complete it. We talk about the mental and physical battles, the resilience needed to keep going, and the lessons she’s learned along the way. From brutal currents to freezing waters, Caitlin’s story is all about grit, determination, and the pursuit of something bigger than yourself.
14 Jun 2024
Rebecca and the Power of Perseverance in Open Water
Rebecca Hollingsworth shares her inspiring story of perseverance and determination as an ultra marathon swimmer, pushing the limits of what's possible in the world of swimming.
31 Dec 2023
Craig Stevens and a life story of how the ocean behaves.
Craig Stevens shares his life story of exploring the ocean, revealing how its unpredictable behavior can be both beautiful and deadly.
13 Jan 2023
Adriana Milne and how to go from 1 km swim to 17.5 km in 2 years
Adriana Milne shares her transformative 2-year journey from 1 km to 17.5 km swimming, uncovering the mental and emotional benefits of perseverance and community support.
4 Sept 2022
Casey Glover and how to swim the Cook Strait faster than the ferry
Casey Glover shares his expertise on swimming the Cook Strait, revealing the training secrets and mental preparation required to outpace the ferry and achieve an epic ocean crossing.
30 Jun 2022
Gráinne Moss and the journey towards the North Channel
Gráinne Moss shares her journey of resuming competitive swimming and navigating new challenges in the North Channel, empowering others to find fun and success in the face of adversity.
11 Jun 2022
Victoria Pinarello and what it takes to swim the 40.2 km of Lake Taupo
Victoria Pinarello shares her expert insights on preparing for a 40.2 km swimming event, highlighting the crucial role of mental strength, training, and high-carb diets in achieving success.
11 Jun 2022
Phil Rush and the Cook Strait, a long life story
Phil Rush shares his life of pushing human limits through long distance cold water swimming, guiding others to conquer the treacherous Cook Strait.
11 Jun 2022
Dougal Dunlop and the Washing Machines swimming group
Dougal Dunlop shares his inspiring open water swimming adventures, teaching, competing, and creating a community that defies Wellington's unpredictable weather.
19 Apr 2022
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Kerianne Brownlie
Corrina Connor
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Craig Stevens
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