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The benefits and risks of swimming outdoors in the winter

Season 2025 Episode 46 | 4m 12s

It’s the middle of winter in the Northern Hemisphere, and while it might not feel like the season for jumping in the water, more and more people are finding an icy plunge invigorating. William Brangham takes a look at the world of winter swimming and both its potential benefits and risks.

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