Swimming podcast feature is courtesy of Champion’s Mojo, a SwimSwam partner.
On May 26, 2025, Lewis Pugh became the first person to swim around Martha’s Vineyard — a nearly 60-mile journey completed over 12 days in 47-degree waters, while navigating rough winds and the lurking threat of great white sharks. Undertaken during the 50th anniversary of the movie Jaws, the swim wasn’t just a feat of endurance; it was a bold statement to change the narrative around sharks and to raise awareness for their protection. “It was one of the toughest swims I’ve ever done,” Pugh said — and that’s quite a statement, considering his legendary resume. His message is clear: a world without sharks is a world where the oceans are out of balance.
If you’re not familiar with Lewis Pugh, he is one of the most extraordinary endurance swimmers and ocean advocates of our time. He is the only person to have completed long-distance swims in every ocean of the world — including swims in the North Pole, the English Channel, and the Red Sea. His TED Talks have over 7 million views, his book Achieving the Impossible was selected for Oprah’s book list, and he serves as the UN Patron of the Oceans. Through his daring swims and powerful voice, Lewis continues to inspire urgent global action for ocean conservation.
“After almost 300 interviews with Champions, this interview with Lewis Pugh is the most powerful and inspiring”, Kelly Palace, Host of the Champion’s Mojo Podcast
To hear more about Lewis’s mission, mindset, and the purpose behind these epic swims, listen to his inspiring interview on the Champion’s Mojo podcast HERE.
www.ChampionsMojo.com/lewis-pugh-280
About Champion’s Mojo Podcast:
The award-winning podcast is where we celebrate the extraordinary stories of adult athletes who inspire us with their passion, comebacks, and stories we can relate to and learn from. For Masters swimmers, adult athletes, and heath and wellness seekers striving for personal excellence. Join your host, world-record-setting Masters swimmer, former NCAA Division I swim coach, best-selling author and health coach Kelly Palace, as she dives into inspiring stories, expert insights, and proven strategies to help you unlock your champion mindset. A podcast that champions you!
