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Diving into healthcare with aquatic therapy

In Episode 7, Grace McNamara connects with two inspiring entrepreneurs, Alicia Dedigama of Ripple Club and Ben Wilkins of Goodboost, to explore how they revolutionise health and rehab through aquatic therapy. Alicia shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic knee pain and launching Ripple Club, which transforms underutilised hotel pools into vibrant hubs for fitness and rehabilitation. Ben discusses his transition from academia to entrepreneurship, leading Goodboost to bring cutting-edge, evidence-based aquatic therapy to public and private pools worldwide. Together, they delve into the science behind aquatic fitness, its accessibility, and the significant business and social impact it creates. The episode also highlights their leadership philosophies, the power of empathy, and the global opportunities for scaling aquatic solutions. Along the way, Grace and her guests amplify the importance of diversity, collaboration, and supporting underrepresented voices in leadership.
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- 21 Jan 2025
In Episode 7, Grace McNamara connects with two inspiring entrepreneurs, Alicia Dedigama of Ripple Club and Ben Wilkins of Goodboost, to explore how they revolutionise health and rehab through aquatic therapy. Alicia shares her personal journey of overcoming chronic knee pain and launching Ripple Club, which transforms underutilised hotel pools into vibrant hubs for fitness and rehabilitation. Ben discusses his transition from academia to entrepreneurship, leading Goodboost to bring cutting-edge, evidence-based aquatic therapy to public and private pools worldwide. Together, they delve into the science behind aquatic fitness, its accessibility, and the significant business and social impact it creates. The episode also highlights their leadership philosophies, the power of empathy, and the global opportunities for scaling aquatic solutions. Along the way, Grace and her guests amplify the importance of diversity, collaboration, and supporting underrepresented voices in leadership.