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Swimming Sydney An Interview with Chris Baker — Hosted by Michael Lester

Author
Chris Baker, Michael Lester
Published
Fri 22 Aug 2025
Episode Link
https://rnbpodcast.com.au/episodes/swimming-sydney-an-interview-with-chris-baker-hosted-by-michael-lester-G07xcPOD

Join Michael Lester from Radio Northern Beaches as he chats with Chris Baker, author of Swimming Sydney: A Tale of 52 Swims (New South Press, 2024). Discover how this passionate swimmer captures the essence of Sydney through 52 essays—each representing a different venue, from beaches and harbours to pools and rivers.

Chris explores the rich history, culture, and identity woven into Sydney’s swimming spots, sharing why "swimming is living" and how it connects us with country, ourselves, and each other. Dive into this inspiring conversation about a city that truly is the most swimmable in the world.

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