Episode 231: Eric Geager - Triathlete | Crocodile Fighter | Grandpa

Episode 231: Eric Geager - Triathlete | Crocodile Fighter | Grandpa

From Gravity Podcast by Chris Littrell and Jaimie Littrell

May 6, 2026 · 49 min · Season 6 · Episode 231

About this episode

Eric Greager shares his harrowing experience of surviving a crocodile attack and reflects on the importance of gratitude and community support.

In this powerful episode of the Gravity Podcast , Chris sits down with local race organizer, triathlete, and community leader Eric Greager for a conversation that goes far beyond endurance sports. Eric is a husband, father, and grandfather—but recently, he added “survivor” to that list after a life-altering crocodile attack while swimming in Mexico. Eric walks us through the incident—what started as a routine swim turned into a fight for his life. He shares the critical moments during the attack, the courage it took to survive, and the chain of people who stepped in to save him—lifeguards, doctors, and even strangers who refused to let his story end that day. But this episode isn’t just about the attack—it’s about what came after. Eric speaks with deep humility and gratitude as he reflects on: The overwhelming support he received in those critical moments The medical teams who worked to save not just his life, but his arm How quickly life can change—and what truly matters when it does This conversation is a reminder of perspective. Of resilience. And of the power of gratitude in the face of adversity. Key Takeaways: Life can shift in an instant—don’t wait to appreciate what you…

People in this episode

Hosts: Chris Littrell, Jaimie Littrell

Guest: Eric Greager

Topics covered

  • survival
  • resilience
  • gratitude
  • community support
  • endurance sports
  • life-changing experiences

Keywords

  • crocodile attack
  • survivor
  • triathlete
  • community
  • gratitude
  • resilience
  • life lessons
  • endurance sports

Mentioned in this episode

Places: Mexico

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