The Beach Speaks
The Beach Speaks is a podcast that shares stories about the beach and our connection to it. I’m your host and beach lover, Paige Friend, helping YOU reconnect with the beach, return to your soul and re-imagine your life!
Podcasting since 2019 • 94 episodes
The Beach Speaks
Latest Episodes
From Sandy Puerto Rican Shores to the "Swamps" of Central Florida: An Engineer’s Life Shaped by the Land and Sea with Sindia M. Rivera-Jiménez, Ph.D.
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 beautiful life in Puerto Rico, earning a degre...
August 28, 2024
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51:36
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, touching on how the beach affects us all. I also dive into Waterlust, an innovative eco-apparel company with a fun facts newsletter...
August 15, 2024
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14:48
How Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier and More Connected: a Tribute to Wallace J. Nichols and Blue Mind with Amanda Esposito
Today, we delve 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 of Blue Mind, and how the ocean h...
July 31, 2024
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46:58
Caribbean Island 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 hurricane! I like to describe it as "Qu...
July 11, 2024
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42:41
Beach Moonrise Magic: Transforming My Expectations and Disappointment into Serenity and Presence
Have you ever been at the beach on a full moon? One of my favorite things to do is sit on the beach and watch the moonrise over the ocean. It elevates my mood and stirs up a feeling of wonder and otherworldliness—watching that brig...
July 03, 2024
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