
Beyond the Surface
Beyond the Surface brings you life-saving water safety education and practical mental well-being tools from someone who truly understands both worlds. Hosted by Debbie Anne Turnbull MBE, this podcast combines the heart of a mother who lost her only son to drowning with the expertise of a professionally trained trauma-informed practitioner and water safety specialist.
After transforming her profound grief into purpose, Debbie has worked directly with the RNLI, police, fire services and emergency responders to understand what really keeps families safe around water. Her unique approach makes safety education accessible to busy parents whilst addressing the mental health skills that support both individual wellbeing and family resilience.
Each episode delivers powerful conversations, practical and memorable safety knowledge you can implement immediately, alongside mental health ideas that help you manage stress, support others and create lasting positive change.
Whether you're a parent seeking confident water safety knowledge, a professional in caring roles or someone on a healing journey, you'll find actionable insights delivered with authenticity and compassion.
Perfect for: Safety-conscious parents, HR and wellbeing professionals, healthcare and education workers, anyone interested in trauma recovery and nervous system health.
New episodes every Thursday.
Episodes
Meditation for helping your nervous system regulate. Beyond the Surface Ep.7.

Why Your Nervous System Keeps You Stuck + How to Break Free - Beyond the Surface Ep. 6

My Personal Development Journey - Beyond the Surface Ep. 5

Drowning Prevention, Parental Support, and Education: Maxine Johnson Shares Her Powerful Story - Beyond the Surface Ep. 4

A Partner’s Perspective: Supporting Firefighters in Their Battle for Water Safety - Ep. 3

Life-Saving Lessons: Firefighter Tommy Richardson’s Mission to Prevent Drownings Across the UK - Beyond the Surface Ep. 2

Beyond the Surface: Real Stories of Safety, Healing, and Personal Growth - Ep.1
