In this powerful and moving episode Pat Kelman is joined by Imogen Tinkler from Whitstable Blue Tits. During a far-ranging conversation they talk about travel, Imogen's swimming experiences, and also how her relationship with the water helped her deal with the loss of her daughter.

• Episode introduction [0:45 ]
• Welcome to Imogen [2:50 ]
• Swimming after Essex nightclubs [8:30 ]
• Swimming when a Camp Counselor [10:00 ]
• Swimming's role in her life now [10:45 ]
• Grieving  [13:20 ]
• Safety Lesson from Father [16:20 ]
• Essex ladies [17:00 ]
• Whitstable Bluetits[22:30 ]
• Tips for new swimmers [28:40 ]
• Contacting Imogen [35:00 ]

• Whitstable Bluetits
• Bangers and Balls
• Girls Gone Wild Swimming

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