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About This Episode Journalist and former swim coach, Paulana Lamonier, launched Black People Will Swim, in hopes of dismantling the long-standing stereotype that Black people can’t swim. The two-entity swim business and media company launched in March 2020. Lamonier describes Black People Will Swim as a “full circle ecosystem of education centered around swimming.” Their Brooklyn and Long Island locations offer services revolving around teaching clients how to swim and conquer their fears through group or private swim lessons. “From that moment, I just thought about how many times do we hear false information or this jargon, and we take it to be our truth because it’s been said too many times. I started Black People Will Swim out of necessity. Not only are we teaching people how to swim, but we’re working our best to eliminate that stereotype altogether. “ In This Episode You'll Hear - Lamonier’s journey to end racial stereotypes and empower the Black community - How Black People Will Swim is creating an open and accepting environment through its classes and initiatives - The role swimming plays in self-development and confidence building - Lamonier’s long-term goals for her business Resources From This Episode Black People Will Swim Site | Black People Will Swim on Instagram Madame Blue on Instagram and LinkedIn | Office Chats on Instagram Share The Podcast The Madame Blue community has been so incredible sharing our podcast with others, and we thank you! We do have more stories to tell and more people to reach, so here’s how you can help: - The most powerful way you can support this podcast is by leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. - Follow us on Instagram and share your favorite Office Chats episodes with your friends and on social media. Tag or mention @officechats so we can give you a virtual high five and a thank you! With your support, we hope to expand our reach in inspiring future founders and entrepreneurs. Thank you!