Drasko Bogdanovic + The Lifeguard Project: Lifeguard, EMS, Stud, & Founder of The Lifeguard Project
Drasko’s passion for public safety and serving the public is crystal clear and has inspired and driven him to focus on educating the public and shining a bright light on the importance and the under-recognized value and responsibilities of ocean lifeguards.
The Lifeguard Project has partnered with the Ben Carlson Foundation to widen the reach of this imperative campaign.
This is a must listen. Drasko; thank you for your passion and determination to serve.
Time: 0:59
The maturity that comes from lifeguarding
Time: 0:53
"Awareness of a safety issue and having a willingness to respond"
Time: 1:00
The magic wand wish
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The ways the community can support lifeguarding
Mark Schulein and Drasko Bogdanovic
0:17 – Passionate about the ocean, people, and making connections.
5:53 – The Lifeguard Project!
8:58 – Parents pushed him into water polo, which sparked his fitness journey.
14:27 – Transitioned from lifeguarding to EMS teaching and involvement.
18:07 – “Drowning is a significant global health issue.”
23:13 – Chose to stop lifeguarding due to stress.
30:02 – Art and EMS highlight individual connections and personal connections.
35:37 – Transition from gig work to starting a photography business.
37:21 – Merging lifeguarding passion with photography for impact.
42:15 – Goal is to create a global community for lifeguards to inspire and raise awareness.
47:40 – Lifeguarding training emphasizes ocean knowledge, skills and experience for public safety.
54:29 – Sharing lifeguarding experiences with the public matters.
1:02:03 – Public awareness of lifeguard work benefits society.
1:06:19 – Passionate partnership with clear vision for water safety.
1:14:54 – “I love what you’re doing. Thank you.”