Best Swet Podcasts (2026)

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The Countdown Movie Show - Avatar, Ep. 2 - James Cameron's Just Showing Off at This Point... 1:46:45

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8h ago1:46:45

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Pop quiz - longer wait? Between Titanic and Avatar? Or between Avatar and Avatar: The Way of Water? It's the long, wait between Avatar and its sequel that wins by a year (thirteen to twelve)! Worth the wait? Justin, Sean, and Paul dive into it from the advancements in technology to new story points (Amrita, anyone?) to the crowds SHOWING UP to the …

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The Countdown Movie Show - Avatar, Ep. 1 - Doubt James Cameron at Your Own Peril! 1:37:17

14d ago1:37:17

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All hail the return of the EVENT MOVIE! James Cameron's epic Avatar hit screens in 2009 after Cameron's twelve year absence from narrative film and the result was a game-changing super-blockbuster. Paul, Justin, and Sean discuss their first time seeing the film, it's impact, legacy, the technological advances, characters, science, action, and more …

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The Countdown Movie Show - Tron, Ep. 3 - Mr Leto, You're Welcome on the Show Anytime 1:38:29

1M ago1:38:29

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A new Tron movie brings with it all sorts of challenges. Can hype be retained when it's been fifteen years since the last film of the franchise? (no) Can the score keep up with what Daft Punk did in the last film? (yes) Does Jared Leto look great for 54 years old? (sure) Sean, Justin, and Paul break down EVERYTHING about seeing Tron: Ares, right do…

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A Firefighter's Take on Water Fitness 7:04

2M ago7:04

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In this inspiring episode we explore the extraordinary recovery story of Mike — a 65-year-old former firefighter who endured 11 back surgeries after a devastating fall on duty. When medical interventions reached their limit, Mike turned to S'WET™ instructor Carla, and discovered the transformative power of consistent, functional aquatic training. T…

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Debunking the Impact Myth: Water Fitness Builds Better Bones 6:19

2M ago6:19

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Think strong bones require high-impact workouts? Think again. We're exploringe how bone density really works — and why water might just be the most powerful place to build strength safely. From the science of the osteotendinous junction (OTJ) to groundbreaking research on aquatic resistance training, discover how the "liquid gym" helps prevent bone…

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Real S'WET™ Stories. Real S'WET™ Results 4:14

2M ago4:14

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We're taking a deep dive into some real stories from S'WET™ Certified Instructors around the world — and their results are making waves in the medical and fitness communities! Dr. Anita Ferrari, over 70 and thriving after chemo and osteoporosis, says aquatic training helped stem bone loss — and her endocrinologist is now exploring new research to b…

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The Countdown Movie Show - Tron, Ep. 2 - TRON: LEGACY, “Seriously, I did not like this movie” 1:36:04

3M ago1:36:04

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The opening, awesome. The music, awesome. Jeff Bridges' voice over kicks in, awesome. Then...2010 computer effects kick in. And it's kind of that the entirety of Tron: Legacy, something cool followed by a bad choice, but ALL is discussed by Sean, Justin, and Paul (including Disney's Tron partnership with Playboy, which they guys find out about in r…

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Who & What is the S'WET™ SQUAD? 8:37

3M ago8:37

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This Deep Dive takes you inside the world of the S'WET™ Squad to explore how they're reshaping aquatic fitness education. From specialized certifications like Shallow, Deep, and the innovative Silver program for active older adults, to free host training weekends, to virtual workshops that go beyond exercise and cover branding, self-care, and even …

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The Countdown Movie Show - Tron, Ep. 1 - Greetings, Programs! 1:58:15

3M ago1:58:15

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The waits have been brutal - 28 years, 15 years - but a new Tron movie is always welcome. So...The Countdown Movie Show team of Justin, Sean, and Paul are prepping for Tron: Ares by watching the first two films in the franchise. Episode 1 is all about the film that kicked off the franchise, Steven Lisberger's Tron (1982), the ground-breaking visual…

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Choreography vs Coaching: How Do You Teach? 9:25

3M ago9:25

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Ever wondered why one fitness class feels like an effortless dance and another leaves you splashing in confusion? In this deep dive, we explore how teaching styles in aquatic fitness shape everything — from the joy of feeling perfectly in sync to the frustration of splashing off-beat. We break down the two dominant approaches: choreography-driven c…

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Making Waves: S'WET™ Instructors Transforming Lives 9:24

3M ago9:24

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Real stories. Real results. As these testimonials show, certified S'WET™ Instructors aren't just teaching fitness — they're changing lives. In the Netherlands, Etienne Go's students reported not just physical gains but mental clarity, reduced stress, and even a drastic drop in physiotherapy needs — from twice a month to just four times a year — tha…

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AQUAFIIT Smart Circuits Online Workshop 4:16

3M ago4:16

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The recently added Smart Circuits online workshop is led by S'WET™ Lead Master Trainer Katy Coffey. Instructors learn how to design results-driven, total-body workouts using minimal or everyday equipment. Learn three flexible circuit formats that leverage water resistance, dynamic instability, and clever hydrodynamics to target arms, legs, and core…

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AI 101 for Aqua Pros Online Workshop 4:53

3M ago4:53

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Step into the future of aqua fitness with AI 101 for Aqua Pros Online Workshop. This hands-on workshop is designed to empower professionals with the power of artificial intelligence! Whether you're looking to craft compelling blog posts, streamline class planning, elevate your branding, or spark fresh creative ideas, this session will show you how …

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Instructor Self Care Online Workshop 5:03

3M ago5:03

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Protect Your Voice, Protect Your Career: Struggling with a sore throat after class or constantly yelling over your music? You're not alone — and there's a better way. Join Water Workout Guy Chris LaCour for Instructor Self Care Online Workshop: a practical and empowering workshop on instructor self-care. You'll learn: Vocal warm-ups and cool-downs …

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S'WET™ Personal Training Online Workshop 4:45

3M ago4:45

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Let's dive deep into the S'WET™ Personal Training online workshop, one of eight new virtual workshops from the S'WET™ Squad, designed to help aquatic fitness instructors move beyond choreography into structured, rep-based training. The workshop emphasizes six versatile movement sets that target strength, cardio, and endurance simultaneously, allowi…

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Zack Snyder's Countdown to Nine - Superman, Bonus Episode! - Justice League 2:13:50

3M ago2:13:50

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Longest movie yet. Longest episode yet. There's a lot to discuss when covering both Justice League (2017) and Zack Snyder's Justice League (2021) and Justin, Sean, and Paul get into it - the different directors, different cuts, early projects that were halted, casting, and a whole lot of choices that just didn't make any sense. But was there much t…

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 8 - Gonna Make You Swet (Superman 2025) 1:42:23

5M ago1:42:23

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Skipping Justice League, 'cause it's not really a Superman movie, and it's never a bad idea, The Countdown to Nine podcast concludes with this detailed breakdown of James Gunn's 2025 film Superman - what worked, what didn't, what's new, what's re-hashed, casting, behind-the-scenes stories, and more. Plus, Justin's barrel o' fun facts and a game of …

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 7 - Batman v. Superman, Whom Everyone Hates 1:58:15

6M ago1:58:15

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Just when you thought you'd never have to watch Zack Snyder's Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice again, along comes an "Ultimate Edition", so...here we are. Justin, Sean, and Paul take in the extended edition of the coming together of D.C. Comics two biggest heroes and...it's dour and dark. Even Bruce Wayne's parents die again. Buy hey kids, that …

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 6 - Dr. Butt Lord's Man of Steel 1:23:43

6M ago1:23:43

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Like him or not, here comes Zack Snyder to impose his will on the Superman franchise. This week, Justin, Sean, and Paul talk all about the 2013 Henry Cavill-led Man of Steel. They once-over Snyder's (or Schneider's) five-year Superman plan, alternate casting, Sean covers what worked while Justin and Paul cover what didn't. Plus, there's time for th…

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 5 - Mostly a Recap of Superman Returns 1:36:56

6M ago1:36:56

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A re-watch of Superman Returns finds it sliiiiiiightly better for Justin and Paul while Sean continues loving on it. All this leads to interesting conversation about Bryan Singer's entry into the Man of Steel franchise. After letting go of Super Chicken, Justin runs a game of "Alive or Dead", and, as ever, there are Fuuuun Facts About Superman (Ret…

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 4 - The Quest for Super Chicken! 1:31:23

6M ago1:31:23

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There's a lot for Sean, Justin, and Paul to talk about when it comes to Superman IV: The Quest for Peace, not much of it good. But thankfully, there are distractions! Among them, Justin has an unreasonable obsession with the 1960's Jay Ward/Bill Scott cartoon Super Chicken, and there's a play-along quiz about the entire Superman pop culture history…

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 3 - "I just don't believe a man can fly" 1:18:17

7M ago1:18:17

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The title of this episode comes from a Richard Pryor line in Superman III...and he speaks for all of us. All the goodwill of the previous two entries of the Superman franchise lead to this questionable entry in the filmography of the Man of Steel. Justin, Sean, and a...sad, perhaps(?) Paul discuss why this one just doesn't work but good news, there…

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 2 - Superman II: All Cuts Discussed 1:19:51

8M ago1:19:51

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1978's Superman: The Movie was so successful, a sequel was a no-brainer. In fact, they saw the hit coming and filmed part of the sequel at the same time as the original. But something happened on the way to the cinema - new directors, more jokes, multiple cuts, re-shoots, and more. Discussing all this makes for a jam-packed episode of Countdown as …

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 1.5 - The Donner Cut teaser clip 2:53

8M ago2:53

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Next up on the Superman countdown - Superman II. But which film do you talk about? Richard Lester's 1980 original or 2006's The Donner Cut? We'll get to both, but this show gave us a chance to see The Donner Cut for the first time. In this quick preview clip, co-hosts Sean and Justin give their thoughts before and after seeing The Donner Cut in pre…

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Countdown to Nine - Superman, Ep. 1 - Superman: The Movie (The Podcast) 1:21:29

10M ago1:21:29

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It's hard to believe there have only been eight Superman movie since the 1978 Richard Donner film that put the legendary superhero on the big screen. There should probably be fifteen or so of these! But with James Gunn bringing fans a new Man of Steel story this July, it's time to count down to it! Your hosts Paul Preston, Sean Blodgett, and Justin…

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Countdown to Three - Deadpool (and Wolverine), Ep. 3 - Deadpool and Wolverine (and Wolverine) 1:22:48

1y ago1:22:48

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With Deadpool and Wolverine finishing a historic box office run, hosts Paul Preston, Sean Blodgett and Justin Bowler engage in rabid spoiler-filled talk about the movie, the records it set, the huge laughs, and wild action sequences. Plus, the guys go deep on their viewing experience in L.A., the making-of, the onslaught of cameos, and the future o…

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Countdown to Three - Deadpool, Ep. 2 - Big CGI fight comin' up! 1:19:34

1+ y ago1:19:34

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From the beginning of Deadpool 2, Wade Wilson lets us know this won't be the same as the first film, which was a love story. Deadpool 2 is a family film - full of ridiculous gobs of violence, a mountain of profanity. Wait...so it IS kinda the same as the first film - full of things Paul, Sean, and Justin LOVE! Actually, the building of X-Force, the…

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Countdown to Three - Deadpool, Ep. 1 - Ladies and gentlemen, we give you...Deadpool. 1:34:23

1+ y ago1:34:23

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With Deadpool and Wolverine just around the corner, the Countdown show moves on to the Deadpool franchise, looking at each film to prep you for what will be a glorious final weekend of July at the movies! Is the first episode all about X-Men Origins - Wolverine? Hell, no! But Paul, Sean & Justin talk about it! Episode one is all about the 2016 film…

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Countdown to Five - Ghostbusters, Ep. 6 - We've got a ghost to bust! - Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire 1:13:54

1+ y ago1:13:54

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The success of Ghostbusters: Afterlife means we get a new Ghostbusters movie! The Spenglers, Groobersons and more from Afterlife meet some new characters and they re-team with the legends from the first movie to fight a ice age-making spirit named Garraka. This means Sean, Justin & Paul also re-team to talk about it. What was their experience like,…

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Countdown to Five - Ghostbusters, Ep. 5 - Call it Fate...Ghostbusters: Afterlife 1:02:54

1+ y ago1:02:54

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For the first time since 1989, the gang is getting back together as the legendary Ghostbusters team joins new cast members like Paul Rudd and Carrie Coon in Ghostbusters: Afterlife. Plus, the franchise wisely brings kids into the mix. It's clear early that this entry in the Ghostbusters universe is one of the favorites for Paul, Sean & Justin and i…

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Countdown to Five - Ghostbusters, Ep. 4 - We Answer the Call! (Ghostbusters, 2016) 59:26

2y ago59:26

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After twenty-seven years, just when you think the Ghostbusters franchise is a thing of the past, along comes Paul Feig with a plan to reboot the series with the funniest women in comedy. This episode is all about the funnier-than-you-remember 2016 Ghostbusters, covering the cast, the cameos, the movies that could have been Ghostbusters III, alterna…

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Countdown to Five - Ghostbusters, Ep. 3 - Too Hot to Handle - Ghostbusters II 1:07:04

2y ago1:07:04

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Movin' down the Ghostbusters movie canon, we come to the 1989 sequel, Ghostbusters II, and we're all over it! Sean, Paul & Justin talk about their history with the film, what kind of impact it mad and the legacy it left. Plus, the legend of Wilhelm von Homborg, alternate plot lines that could have been, an interview clip with Slimer actress Robin S…

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Countdown to Five - Ghostbusters, Ep. 2 - The 1984 O.G. Masterpiece! 1:09:01

2y ago1:09:01

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We're in it! The month of a new Ghostbusters movie is here as we ramp-up to Frozen Empire with once-overs, hot takes, recaps, and surprises covering every Ghostbusters movie up to now. First up - the 1984 O.G. Masterpiece that introduced the world of spooks, specters and ghosts to the hottest comedians of the eighties. What holds up? What's legenda…

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Countdown to Five - Ghostbusters, Ep. 1 - Listen...you smell something? It's a new GHOSTBUSTERS movie! 31:01

2y ago31:01

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Countdown to Five REBOOTS! On the eve of a new Ghostbusters movie, hosts Sean Blodgett, Justin Bowler and Paul Preston prep you for Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire with a quick, six episode podcast, each episode looking at a different Ghostbusters film. They also take a look at the cinematic, cultural (and spiritual?) impact these movies have had on so…

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Countdown to Five: Episode 6 - Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny 1:17:50

2+ y ago1:17:50

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It's all come down to this... Not just six episodes of Countdown to Five, but forty-two years of Indiana Jones movies starring Harrison Ford. Sean & Paul welcome Justin Bowler into a makeshift studio in Orange Co. to dive deep into their experience watching Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny. Justin has stories from playing Indiana Jones at Disn…

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Countdown to Five: Episode 5 - Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull 1:17:01

2+ y ago1:17:01

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The hype train for Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny has reached its final stop - Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull! "Whatever shall we talk about with this movie?", asked the hosts, sarcastically... The fan reactions, the history, the legacy, the secrecy, the refrigerators, the LaBeoufs, and...what's good about it - this will …

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Countdown to Five: Episode 4 - Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade 1:04:10

2+ y ago1:04:10

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Who doesn't love Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade? Many think it's the best of the franchise. It's certainly the most fun and Sean and Paul talk about the making of the film and their personal history with the movie, plus the usual chime in from Indy himself and updates on what's new with The Dial of Destiny. Next up - Indiana Jones and the Kingd…

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Countdown to Five: Episode 3 - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom 1:01:43

2+ y ago1:01:43

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Is it an action movie? Or is it a horror movie? These thoughts and more get batted around by Sean and Paul as they deep dive the second movie in the Indiana Jones franchise - Indiana Jones and the Temple of Doom. Once again, Jones himself shows up to recap the film, plus the usual stuff - news about the new movie, behind-the-scenes facts and figure…

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Countdown to Five: Episode 2 - Raiders of the Lost Ark 1:04:55

2+ y ago1:04:55

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Hello Marion... The Countdown to Five podcast kicks off the movie-by-movie breakdown and begins with Raiders of the Lost Ark! There's so much to say about the greatest movie of all time and hosts Paul Preston & Sean Blodgett are up for it. Plus, Sean's kids review Raiders after their first time seeing it, and Indiana Jones HIMSELF recaps the movie …

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Countdown to Five: Episode 1 - Dialing Into the Dial 41:45

3y ago41:45

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Countdown to Five is here - the ultimate ramp-up to Indiana Jones and The Dial of Destiny! Hosts Sean Blodgett and Paul Preston prep you for not only the new Indy film, but also for the next five upcoming monthly episodes of this podcast, each one looking at a different Indiana Jones movie. They also take a look at the cinematic, cultural (and spir…

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Countdown to Nine: Ep. Twelve - The Rise of The Podcast (w/Adam Witt, Robert Reeves & Lacey Gilleran) 1:34:42

4+ y ago1:34:42

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What's this? 500 days after The Rise of Skywalker hit theaters, Paul and Sean, sitting back and reflecting on profiling every Star Wars movie on the Countdown to Nine show, realize they never talked about what it was all leading up to - Episode IX. Old guests return (Movie Guy Adam Witt and fan filmmaker Robert Reeves), old bits return (the comedy …

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School's in Session with Lynda Keane & Haylley Pittam 46:07

5y ago46:07

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Joining us from across the pond are TWO very special guests, Lynda Keane & Haylley Pittam, co-founders of the UK-based Aquatic Rehabilitation and Exercise Academy, otherwise known as A.R.E.A. This mother-daughter duo with a combined 45 years experience and higher education in aquatic fitness offer their insight on everything from injury prevention …

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DeJuan Lewis Turns Obstacles into Opportunities 32:51

5y ago32:51

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After trying out a S'WET class for himself, skeptical he would break a sweat let alone love the workout, NYC based DeJuan Lewis became AEA certified, and started teaching aquatic fitness classes shortly after. DeJuan credits his experiences as an actor, musician, and behavioral coach to strengthening his skills as an instructor.…

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Sharlie Peterson Reveals How Aqua Fitness Helped Save Her Life 33:17

5y ago33:17

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Sharlie Peterson is the creator of Shockwave Aqua Fitness in Topeka, Kansas. She has been an aquatic fitness instructor since 2017 and is currently teaching at Shawnee County Parks & Rec and GreatLIFE Fitness Facilities, where she also serves as the Group Fitness Coordinator. After being diagnosed with a rare stomach disease, Sharlie turned to aqua…

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Craig Yaniglos Offers Financial Strategies for Aquatic Facilities and Instructors 31:50

5y ago31:50

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Craig Yaniglos is the Chief Financial Officer for a public school district in Northeast Ohio, as well as an Aquatic Training Specialist for the AEA. Craig joins us to share some creative tips for aquatic fitness facilities struggling with their budgets to help raise money and awareness for their communities. We also discuss how investing in special…

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Adrienne Poullas Shares How She Lost 50 Pounds Post-Pregnancy Using Aquatic Fitness 30:38

5y ago30:38

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Adrienne Poullas is the Aquatic Coordinator of the Hubbard Community Pool in Hubbard, Ohio. She shares her aquatic fitness journey from a student to instructor and now her dream job, as director of the facility. Adrienne also explains how aqua fitness helped her lose 50 pounds after her second pregnancy and why she recommends the aquatic environmen…

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Katrien Lemahieu Offers an International Perspective on Aqua Fitness 26:12

5+ y ago26:12

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Katrien Lemahieu is the founder of Kataqua, an aquatic educational institute in the Netherlands. She also co-developed popular aquatic programs like BioExercise and HydroRevolution. As an international presenter, Katrien joined us to discuss how aquatic fitness differs across the globe and why finding your passion to teach is crucial for a successf…

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Mark Grevelding's New App PoolFit Is an Aquatic Fitness Game Changer 25:55

5+ y ago25:55

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Joining us today is Mark Grevelding, founder of Fitmotivation, the incredible online video and streaming resource for aquatic fitness instructors as well as PoolFit, a brand new app that allows consumers to easily download aqua workouts and use them poolside. Mark joins us to discuss his journey in the fitness industry over the last 25 years and wh…

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Katy Coffey Explains Why What You Call Your Class Matters 26:28

5+ y ago26:28

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Joining us today is Katy Coffey, Senior Director of Aquatics for the YMCA of Greater Boston, and an aquatic fitness instructor for over 20 years. Katy joins us to discuss the power behind word choice, and how combating the stigmas of aquatic fitness starts by re-evaluating your class names. She also shared exciting news about the upcoming launch of…

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Christopher LaCour's Journey from Injury to Instructor 21:24

5+ y ago21:24

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Joining the program is the first ever certified S'WET™ instructor, Christopher LaCour. Chris has been an aquatic instructor and personal trainer for the last 7 years, as well as a professional vocal coach and actor in New York City. He stopped by the Aquaholics Bootcamp to explain how he's staying healthy and happy during this pandemic and offer ex…