Deep Dive: An Interview with John Kalei Clarke
From Deep Dive Into Water Safety by Kauaʻi Community Radio - KKCR
February 7, 2026 · 52 min · Season 1
About this episode
The episode features an interview with John Kaleimakaliʻi Thornton Clarke, who discusses his efforts to raise awareness about drowning rates among native Hawaiians.
Episode Notes September 16, 2025 John Kaleimakaliʻi Thornton Clarke, who happens to be the grand nephew of Duke Kahanamoku, is an accomplished waterman in his own right and a researcher with the Hawaii Department of Health. He epically swam around Maui to bring awareness to the fact that native Hawaiians are drowning at a higher rate than other population groups. Support Deep Dive Into Water Safety by contributing to their tip jar: https://tips.pinecast.com/jar/deep-dive-into-water-safety
People in this episode
Guest: John Kaleimakaliʻi Thornton Clarke
Topics covered
- water safety
- Hawaiian culture
- drowning awareness
- swimming
- health research
Keywords
- waterman
- Maui swim
- drowning rates
- Hawaii
- public health
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Hawaii Department of Health
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