Personal Best

How to put your head under water

Two stories. Michael is a musician who goes by the stage name Non-Swimmer. To no one’s surprise, he can’t swim. Also, Toula hates cancelling plans.
Michael (stage name Non-Swimmer) wants to learn to swim. But is his identity too wrapped up in not knowing how to swim? (Jesse Louttit/CBC)

"I don't need to be a great swimmer. Just a regular swimmer would be sufficient." 

Two stories. Michael is a musician who goes by the stage name Non-Swimmer.  To no one's surprise, he can't swim. Also, Toula hates cancelling plans — so the guys set up 21 appointments for her.

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