Navigating Neva
Navigating Neva is a podcast all things aquatics. Water Safety, No drowning, Lifeguarding, Lifeguard Instructor, Your Safety Comes First. https://my-store-ca1adf.creator-spring.com/listing/navigating-neva-hoodiehttps://my-store-ca1adf.creator-spring.com/listing/navigating-neva-sticker
Episodes
19 episodes
Pay, Policy & Poolside Ethics: Talking Training & Fairness in Aquatics
In this episode, Amanda Green, Risk & Safety Manager of Skokie Park District, joins Wesley King and Nicole Fairfield for an insightful conversation about professionalism, preparedness, and navigating the complex landscape of lifeguard train...
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Season 3
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Episode 4
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52:59
Lead with Clarity: Venetia Belk on Mentorship, Swim Safety, and Raising the Bar in Aquatics
In this episode, Venetia Belk shares her inspiring journey in aquatics—from swim team to aquatic director—and dives into leadership, safety, and launching pop-up water safety events for families. A must-listen for aquatic professionals an...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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Holding the Line: Raising the Standard in Lifeguarding
In this episode of Navigating Neva, Nicole and Wes sit down with veteran lifeguard Tom Ford to explore the evolution of lifeguard training, leadership on the deck, and what it really takes to raise the standard. From l...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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47:58
Lifeguard Roundtable with Nichol and James
Join Navigating Neva Podcast for a Lifeguard Roundtable Episode on April 2nd at 9:30 PM EST! Host Nicole Fairfield and co-host Wes King dive into lifeguarding pathways, challenges, and industry evolution with g...
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Season 2
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Episode 6
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Beyond Lifeguarding - What's Next
What’s next after lifeguarding? In this episode, Nicole and Wesley explore the many career paths lifeguards can take, from health and safety to business, coaching, and even leadership roles in government. Plus, hear about famous figures w...
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Season 2
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Episode 5
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36:05
Lifeguard Duties vs. Management Duties
In this episode of Navigating Neva, we dive into the critical distinctions between lifeguard and management duties. Many misunderstand what lifeguards are responsible for, and this episode clarifies their role in water safety, emergenc...
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Season 2
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Episode 4
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23:54
S2 E3 Lifeguard Work Environments
🎙️ Podcast Episode 3: Lifeguard Work Environments – Join Neva Nicole and Wesley King as they explore the diverse work environments lifeguards face—from pools and beaches to resorts and military bases. Discover the unique challenges...
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Season 2
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Episode 3
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29:27
S2 E2 Lifeguarding Prerequisites
In Episode 2 of our Lifeguarding Series, Nicole and Wes dive into the essential lifeguarding prerequisites: can you really swim? They break down the swim test requirements, why these standards exist, and how to prepare for success. Tune i...
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Season 2
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Episode 2
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Podcast Series 2, Episode 1: Introduction to Lifeguarding
In this episode, we dive into the world of lifeguard certification, answering the most common questions we get from aspiring lifeguards: How do I become a lifeguard? Where do I go to get certified? and Do I have to swim?
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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S2 Preview
Navigating Neva is back for Series Two! Your host, Neva Nicole, returns with special co-host Wes King from Wesley King Consulting. In this behind-the-scenes video, we’re testing our new equipment as we gear up for the next exciting ser...
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Season 2
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Episode 1
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E8 Teach Your Child To Swim
You can teach your child how to swim. Yes.Your child does not have to go through swim lessons of the American Red Cross or the YMCA. Hiring a swim instructor for the child is an option, but may be an expensive option. I under...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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26:30
Episode 7: Teach yourself to Swim
You can teach yourself to swim.Yes, you’ve read it right, without the need for all that drama – hanging around pools, being pushed by other swimmers into the waters, thinking of hiring a swim instructor but who’s expensive. But, it...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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24:03
Episode 6: How to Pick a Swim Instructor
Safety first.Yes, that’s what you think about when it comes to swimming. No doubt swimming is a cardio sport just like riding your bike or running, it helps build up your cardio. And these days, the American Red Cross recomme...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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25:58
Interview 1 International Water Safety Day with Todd Thomson
Human nature is to do things that we're not supposed to do.... Todd ThomsonWe’re not going to go over there where the lifeguard is, let's go over here to the beach where there is no lifeguard—are the words of many p...
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Season 1
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Episode 0
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20:36
Episode 5: Emergency Action Plans
Emergency Action Plans!Yes, they are in every field.You see, during swimming or while simply playing in water: we run, we fall, and we get shoved. It’s all so much fun. Of course, swimming gives that additional boost to the body a...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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21:52
Episode 4 CPR and its role in the drowning process
CPR Saves lives.Yes it does.I have never heard somebody tell me that they gave CPR and it didn't work.We all enjoy playing in water during summer: who doesn’t want to visit the beach, river or a swimming pool durin...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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17:36
Drowning how it goes down
Springtime is here, and the sun is warming things up.People dreaming to visit the local pools and experience thrilling moments in the water.Not a bad choice especially after COVID, and couple of years of restrictions.Swimmi...
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