NPR: Ben Lecomte Swam Across The Atlantic; Next He Tries The Pacific

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You’ve probably noticed the effects of climate change manifesting in more ways than one — weather patterns are becoming increasingly unpredictable, wildfires are ravaging forests worldwide, and air pollution is getting worse. But in a new Discovery+ documentary called The Swim, a brave adventurist named Ben Lecomte embarks on an unforgettable journey to swim across the Pacific Ocean, noting how global warming is constantly changing our oceans.