“Why did I want to talk with Ultra Swimmer Ben Tuff? Ben’s story of addiction recovery caught my attention when I came upon the trailer for his upcoming documentary Swim Tuff.
On April 21, 2012, Ben Tuff chose a life of sobriety to transform his own existence and to help inspire others to make this life-altering choice when alcoholism has taken over. After choosing a life of sobriety, he decided to take up swimming for the first time in his life and appreciated the peace and mindfulness it brought to him. Ten years later, on July 22, 2022, Ben set off to become the first person to swim the length of Narragansett Bay from Providence, RI to Jamestown, RI to raise money for the environmental non-profit Clean Ocean Access which he’s already raised hundreds of thousands of dollars for.”
Find more from Knockin’ Doorz Down Podcast (USA, April 2023)
“Knockin‘ Doorz Down Informative, engaging, and humorous conversations to end the stigma around addiction and mental health issues. Hosted by Jason LaChance talking with others about their discovery of life and personal growth. Real raw and true stories think a long share at a recovery group meeting.”