On today's Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast listen to the thrilling journey of Andy Donaldson, the first man to conquer the Ocean 7 Channel Crossings within a span of a year. From tackling the treacherous waters of Catalina to braving the wild waves of Molokai and the Gibraltar Strait, Andy's story is one of grit, resilience and a relentless pursuit of ambitious dreams. Not one to shy away from sharing the lows, Andy gets candid about the gruelling Tsugaru Straight in Japan, a challenge that was amplified by the restrictions of the Japanese Coast Guard and the strong currents. Venturing beyond the physical realm, Andy opens up about the shifting mindset throughout his journey. As he moved from chasing best times to embracing the thrill of the chase, it became clear that the real victory lay in the journey, not just the finish line. He also shares about the invaluable support he received from the global swimming community and the friendships he forged during his journey. But the story doesn't end with the Ocean 7. Andy teases his future swimming plans, including a long swim in Montenegro. He also shares his awe-inspiring encounters with marine life in Hawaii, which will give you a taste of this unique adventure. Tune in to explore the true essence of human endurance as encapsulated in Andy's monumental journey against the tides in completing the Ocean's 7. Connect with Andy: Instagram Check out Andy's Spotify playlist here You can connect with Torpedo Swimtalk: Website Facebook Instagram YouTube Sign up for our Newsletter Leave us a review Torpedo Swimtalk is sponsored by AMANZI SWIMWEAR Torpedo Swimtalk uses The Magic 5 googles use CODE: TORPEDOSWIMTALK at checkout Torpedo Swimtalk does S&C by ELEVATE THE PROCESS #swim #swimmer #swimming #mastersswimmer #mastersswimmers #mastersswimming #openwaterswimmer #openwaterswimmers #openwaterswimming #swimminglover #swimmingpodcast #mastersswimmingpodcast #torpedoswimtalkpodcast #torpedoswimtalk #tstquicksplashpodcast #podcast #podcaster #podcastersofinstagram #swimmersofinstagram #swimlife #swimfit #ageisjustanumber #health #notdoneyet