The Beach Speaks

Thursday, January 30, 2025 100th Episode Special! How is the Beach Speaking to You Today?

Today, I’m celebrating my 100th episode of The Beach Speaks, and for some of you, that might not seem like a lot; however, for those who know me, this is quite a momentous event, especially when I loo...

Wednesday, January 15, 2025 Beachside Bites: Coastal Cooking, Conservation, and Mindful Eating w/ Erin of Three Kitchens Podcast

Joining me today is my guest Erin, co-host of Three Kitchens Podcast. Listen as Erin takes us on a flavorful journey of foodie fun with stories of indulging in gourmet treats while on a kayak camping ...

Friday, December 13, 2024 Escape from Winter’s Chill Reflections on My First Tropical Beach Experience

On a cold December morning at the beach in North Florida, I reminisce about the tropical warmth of Costa Rica and my nostalgic trip to Puerto Rico in 1986. From college swim team adventures on a sem...

Saturday, November 16, 2024 Steps in the Sand: Michelle Cleveland's Guide to Helping a Grieving Friend

What do you say to a friend who is grieving a tragic loss? What do you do? Michelle Cleveland answers these questions in her book Steps in the Sand, How to Help a Grieving Friend. Drawing inspiration ...

Friday, October 18, 2024 Why Floridians Stay Surviving Hurricane Milton

In this episode, I reflect on the experience of enduring storms, sharing personal stories from the recent hurricanes Helene and Milton. We explore why we chose to ride out the storms rather than evacu...

Friday, October 4, 2024 Healing from Hurricane Helene How Life’s Roughest Storms Prove the Strength of Our Anchors Made by

In this episode, I share my eventful month, from a fabulous trip to Italy to an unexpected bout with the flu and the impact of Hurricane Helene. It all started with exploring Venice, Florence, Siena, ...

Thursday, August 29, 2024 From Puerto Rican Shores to the Central Florida "Swamps": An Engineer’s Journey of Land & Sea

In this episode, we explore the remarkable journey of Sindia M. Rivera-Jiménez, Ph.D., a native of Puerto Rico who was born and raised near the ocean. With a deep love for the beach, Sindia built a be...

Monday, August 19, 2024 Sharks on Cocaine, Murky Ocean Water and Paddle Boarding with Dolphins!

This audio version of my podcast newsletter starts with a heartfelt story called "The Water" by Rachel LaPresti followed by a dive into Waterlust, an innovative eco-apparel company with a fun facts ne...

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier and Connected: a Tribute to Wallace J Nichols and Blue Mind

Dive into the powerful concept of "Blue Mind" and the profound impact of water on our well-being. My guest, Amanda Esposito of Northern Tides Studio, shares how she met Wallace J. Nichols, the author ...

Friday, July 12, 2024 Caribbean High Stakes and Risky Decisions A Dive into "Last Bets" with Mary Carroll Moore

In this episode, I speak with Mary Carroll Moore about her novel Last Bets, set on the Caribbean island of Bonaire. The novel features twists of fate, paranormal elements, high-stakes gambling—and a h...

Thursday, July 4, 2024 Beach Moonrise Magic: Transforming My Expectations and Disappointment Into Serenity and Presence

In this episode of "The Beach Speaks," host Paige Friend reflects on managing expectations and finding serenity at the beach. Paige recounts a recent experience where she anticipated a serene moonrise...

Thursday, June 13, 2024 From One Year to Live to Life and Healing - at the Beach! Jen Hardy’s Fabulous Over 50 Journey

Jen Hardy is a true beach girl - so much so that after receiving a life-threatening health diagnosis, she instinctively knew that she - and her family - needed the healing power of the beach to get th...

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