What starts as a lighthearted summer chat turns into one of the most important episodes you’ll hear this season. The Girls Gone Gritty trio gets real about beach, pool, and boating safety after a near-tragic experience with a child drowning incident and a dog’s chocolate poisoning scare. You'll learn what not to do around water, how to recognize dangerous rip currents, why lifeguards should be your first stop at the beach, and how CPR and Heimlich training can truly save lives.
They share personal stories, powerful stats, and unforgettable lessons, including the incredible comeback of big wave surfer Maya Gabeira. Whether you're raising kids, hitting the water with friends, or just soaking in the last rays of summer, this episode is a must-listen for every water-loving soul.
Episode Highlights:
(0:00) Intro
(1:45) Cappy the dog’s chocolate emergency
(6:30) Tsunami scare and surf reactions
(10:02) Malcolm-Jamal Warner's tragic drowning
(11:55) Real-time rescue from a rip current
(13:26) How to survive a rip—lifeguard advice
(17:20) Red, yellow, and black beach flags explained
(19:45) Stranger danger and child safety on beaches
(22:07) Boat safety tips and life jacket laws
(25:05) A near-fatal silent drowning at the dock
(26:27) The Chase for Life nonprofit and CPR training
(33:03) Got Grit: Maya Gabeira’s fearless return
(36:24) Wrapping with JT’s summer anthem
(37:42) Outro
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