The Beach Speaks

Beachside Bites: Exploring Creative Coastal Cooking, Ocean Conservation, and Mindful Eating with Erin from Three Kitchens Podcast

Send us a textJoining me today is my guest Erin, co-host of Three Kitchens Podcast. Listen as Erin takes us on a flavorful journey of foodie fun with stories of indulging in gourmet treats while on a kayak camping trip and her family's unforgettable …

Escape from Winter’s Chill: Reflections on My First Tropical Beach Experience and Bringing the Warmth of the Beach Closer to Home

Send us a textHave you ever felt the winter chill complicate your love for the beach?In this episode of The Beach Speaks, I reflect on a cold December morning at the beach in North Florida, reminiscing about the tropical warmth of Costa Rica and my n…

Steps in the Sand: Michelle Cleveland's Guide to Helping a Grieving Friend

Send us a textWhat do you say to a friend who is grieving a tragic loss? What do you do?Michelle Cleveland answers these questions and more in her book Steps in the Sand, How to Help a Grieving Friend.Drawing inspiration from her poem The Beach, Mich…

Why Floridians Stay: Surviving Hurricane Milton

Send us a textEver wonder why so many Florida beach lovers choose to stay put during hurricanes? In this episode, I reflect on the experience of enduring storms, sharing personal stories from the recent hurricanes Helene and Milton. We explore why we…

Healing from Hurricane Helene: How Life’s Roughest Storms Prove the Strength of Our Anchors

Send us a textIn this episode, I share my eventful month, which included a fabulous trip to Italy, an unexpected bout with the flu, and the devastating and unprecedented impact of Hurricane Helene on our Florida Gulf Coast.It all started with explori…

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.

Send us a Text Message.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…

Sharks on Cocaine, Murky Ocean Water and Paddle Boarding with Dolphins!

Send us a Text Message.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…

How Water Can Make You Happier, Healthier and More Connected: a Tribute to Wallace J. Nichols and Blue Mind with Amanda Esposito

Send us a Text Message.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, an…

Caribbean Island High Stakes and Risky Decisions: A Dive into "Last Bets" with Mary Carroll Moore

Send us a Text Message.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 descri…

Beach Moonrise Magic: Transforming My Expectations and Disappointment into Serenity and Presence

Send us a Text Message.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 …