Behind The Goggles

Scott Denison is not only a lifeguard at the Prahran Pool he is the catalyst for this Podcast series! Scott has worked in the ragtrade throughout his career, including Sales Manager for Lacoste shirts in the 80s. He ran a successful chain of retail boutiques and is now working on his online customised shirt business. Great listening for anyone who needs motivation on work ethic.

...after swimming and struggling for 3 and half hours in the cold dark waters of Western Port Bay, Susan finally found help 3 km from where she landed on French Island. .... This tragic story has turned around to become the challenge of lifetime as Susan prepares to swim as part of four person relay team across the English channel.

This episode I chat with Katie McKevitt. Katie qualified as a Lawyer then after trips to France and USA she decided that the Law was not her path to a happy life. Listen to this bubbly New Zealander as we talk about her active life in health and fitness.

In Episode 3, Aaron discusses his career in Sport. He went from a young member of the Australian National swimming team to coaching at Newcastle University. He has worked in various sports administration role and is now with Gymnastics Victoria. Aaron is such a quiet and unassuming guy, you'd never realise his fantastic achievements in sport.

My guest this episode is Paul Whitehead. I've known Paul since he owned the Rifmik hairdressing salon in Chapel Street. It was great to reconnect with Paul at the Prahran Pool. In this conversation Paul talks about his swimming journey as well as his hairdressing career. We talk 80s Chapel Street, 70s hairdressing as well as fashion and fitness! How weird it was when we all smoked... everywhere! Paul also discusses his other passions Cars and Guitars. If you've never seen the movie Shampoo... watch this trailer - you'll get the idea! Shampoo... https://youtu.be/rJllau4-qd0

Welcome to the Deepend Podcast. In this episode I talk with Adrienne Greenhough - known as Adie. Adie is passionate about swimming and exercise. Yet her activity belies her age! We chat about how she started swimming and her amazing life. Moving from Bendigo to Melbourne, working at Tolarnos and in the art scene to becoming an Aerobics instructor in the 80s. I hope you enjoy this glimpse behind the googles of one of Prahran Pools most recognised swimmers.