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#407 Building Better Aquatic Athletes with Sean Kao
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This week we welcome Sean Kao, founder of Aquatic Sports Performance, shared his journey from a young swimmer to an experienced strength coach. Specializing in training swimmers and water polo athletes, Sean opened up about his philosophy of strength training and how it fits into the world of aquatics. Become a part of the Sprint Revoluti…
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#406 Wolfpack Elite's Joao Mescolote on Training Speed, Underwaters, and the new "Speed Force" group
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Brett has the pleasure of catching up with Joao Mescolote, a returning guest who's now fully immersed in coaching with Wolfpack Elite at NC State in Raleigh, North Carolina. They talk about everything from specialized training techniques to the mental resilience needed for peak performance. You've probably seen Swim Coach Joao on Instagram, as he's…
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#405 Andrew Sheaff Talks Skill Acquisition, Drills vs. Skills, & Keeping Kids in Swimming
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Coach Andrew Sheaff is the author of A Constraints-Led Approach to Swim Coaching. Brett and Andrew talk about the importance of skill development, the balance between drills and skills, and the idea of using constraints to naturally guide swimmers towards better performance. Become a part of the Sprint Revolution! Get access to our …
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#404 Marwan El Kamash: Building Egypt's Next Generation of Swimmers
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Live from his car in Cairo, 3x Olympic Egyptian swimmer Marwan El Kamash joins the pod to discuss his journey, his experiences as a competitive swimmer, and his aspirations for Egyptian swimming. Become a part of the Sprint Revolution! Get access to our growing collection of workouts, seminars, and exclusive content. New items added eve…
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#403 PASA Head Coach Tony Batis on Kick Development, Drilling with Speed, and the Future of USA Swimming
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Brett sits down with PASA Head Coach Tony Batis to dive deep into the intricacies of swim coaching. Tony shares his insights on kick development, speed-focused drilling, and what the future holds for USA Swimming. Become a part of the Sprint Revolution! Get access to our growing collection of workouts, seminars, and exclusive content. New…
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#402 Unlock Peak Performance: Smarter Training with Benn Harradine
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In this episode, Brett chats with Benn Harradine, a three-time Olympic discus thrower and coach, about the evolution of sports training, the role of rest and recovery, and how modern training methods can optimize performance.From swimming in Sweden to systemic overtraining, Benn provides invaluable insights for athletes and coaches alike.Highlights…
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#401 Tom Rushton on Building Olympic Athletes: Coaching Philosophy, Training Zones, and Race Strategy
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Coach Tom Rushton discusses his coaching journey, the athletes he's worked with, and his approach to coaching. He shares details about his training philosophy, including using color-coded training zones, and working with elite swimmers such as Siobhan Haughey (Hong Kong) and Kregor Zirk (Estonia).Brett interviews Tom about various aspects of his ca…
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#400 Patrick Williams: Transforming Lives Through Swimming, Faith, and Resilience
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Brett sits down with Patrick Williams, a swim coach from Boaz, Alabama, to discuss his experiences in coaching, the significance of community, and his personal journey through grief after losing his son, Peyton. Patrick shares profound insights on the power of coaching, the importance of building relationships, and the joy of seeing young athletes …
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Nate Tschohl: Swimnerd Timing, Coaching Navy SEALs, and Water Safety in Schools
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In this episode of Swim Talk with Bob Button & Dana Abbot, Nate Tschohl, the founder of Swimnerd and a pioneer in swimming technology, joins the show to discuss his journey from a college swimmer at Old Dominion University to launching a successful Kickstarter campaign that led to the creation of Swimnerd. Nate shares insights into the development …
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#399 Ato Boldon Talks Track & Field, Sprinting, and Netflix's "Sprint" Series
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Ato Boldon is a former Trinidadian sprinter who became one of the most successful track and field athletes in the world, especially known for his achievements in the 100m and 200m events. He is a four-time Olympic medalist and a world champion in sprinting. Ato competed in four Olympic Games (1992, 1996, 2000, and 2004), winning bronze medals in th…
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#398 What it means to be DOGGED with Mollie O'Callaghan
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200 Freestyle Olympic champion Mollie O'Callaghan sits down with Brett Hawke to discuss her incredible swimming journey, training under renowned coach Dean Boxall, and how she overcame the challenges leading up to the Olympics. Mollie shares personal stories about her growth in the sport, her unique training techniques, and how her family played a …
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#397 Torri Huske: Olympic Gold, Mental Toughness, and Mastering the 100 Fly
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Olympic champion Torri Huske joins Brett Hawke to discuss her incredible performances in Paris, her journey to becoming one of the top swimmers in the world, and the mental and physical preparations that go into competing at the highest level. Torri shares insights into her training regimen, her experiences at the Olympics, and her time at Stanford…
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#396 Meg Harris on Olympic Surprises, Training Secrets, and the Pursuit of Greatness
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In this episode, Australian swimmer Meg Harris shares her journey from the Tokyo Olympics to the Paris Games, discussing her surprising success, the challenges of training under various coaches, and her relentless pursuit of improvement. Meg opens up about her mental approach to racing, the evolution of her swimming technique, and the importance of…
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#395 Dan Wiffen's Distance Training Secrets and How to Ooze Confidence
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Irish Olympic champion Dan Wiffen sits down with Brett Hawke to discuss his journey to gold, his unwavering confidence, and the intense training that led to his success. Dan opens up about race strategies, the mental toughness required for distance swimming, and how he plans to continue smashing records. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analy…
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#394 Drayden Bell talks Alabama Swimming, Sprinting, and Making an Impact
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University of Alabama swimmer Drayden Bell shares his experiences, from choosing Alabama as his college to developing into one of the top sprinters in the country. He discusses his commitment to promoting diversity in swimming and his aspirations for the future, including a potential Olympic run in 2028. Drayden also reveals his plans for a new pod…
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#393 How Cam McEvoy and Tim Lane Changed Sprinting Forever
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Brett Hawke sits down with Olympic gold medalist Cam McEvoy and his coach Tim Lane to explore the groundbreaking journey that led to Cam's victory in the 50 Free at the Paris Olympics. Discover how their unique partnership, innovative training methods, and emphasis on mental and physical well-being redefined what it takes to achieve excellence. OUR…
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#392 Why Alex Shackell Is a Nightmare for Her Competition
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Alex Shackell shares her incredible journey from competing at the Paris Olympics to returning to high school for her senior year. Discover how she handled the pressure of her first Olympic Games, her surprising reaction to earning two medals, and the challenges she faced balancing her Olympic aspirations with everyday teenage life. Alex also dives …
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#391 Nathan Adrian Breaks Down Pan Zhanle’s 100 Free World Record
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Nathan Adrian’s interview with Brett Hawke offers a fascinating glimpse into the technical and mental aspects of Pan Zhanle’s record-breaking 100 Free. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold a…
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Sarah Sjostrom in DISBELIEF after winning the Women's 100 Freestyle | Paris 2024
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“This is unbelievable. I didn’t think I would swim the 100 free, honestly. After the freestyle relay on the first day, I told my coach, ‘No, I don’t think 100 free’s for me. I want to do the 50 and rest until the 50.’ And he was like, ‘No way, you need to go out there and see what you can do, no matter the outcome.’” - Sarah Sjostrom“I think my rea…
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Pan Zhanle 46.40 OBLITERATES the Men's 100 Freestyle field & world record!!
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Pan Zhanle obliterated the entire men's 100 free field by over a full second!22.2824.1246.40 OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.https://www.eola…
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Sonny's Day 5 Prelims Swimming Recap | Paris 2024
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Sonny recaps Day 5 Prelims of swimming at the Paris Olympics. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.https://www.eolab.com/swimbetterBRATTER PA…
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Sonny's Day 3 Prelims Swimming Recap | Paris 2024
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Sonny recaps Day 3 Prelims of swimming at the Paris Olympics. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.https://www.eolab.com/swimbetterBRATTER PA, I…
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Sonny's Day 2 Prelims Swimming Recap | Paris 2024
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Sonny recaps Day 2 Prelims of swimming at the Paris Olympics. Get Sonny's Off-Season Speed Skills Program here! OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purcha…
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Germany's Lukas Martens Holds Off Elijah Winnington in the Men's 400 Freestyle | Olympics 2024
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Experience the unbelievable Men's 400 Freestyle Final from the Paris 2024 Olympics! Lukas Martens of Germany shocked the world with a dominant performance, while Elijah Winnington from Australia got his redemption from Tokyo, and Kim Woomin from South Korea put up a fierce fight. Relive every thrilling moment of this epic race. Subscribe for more O…
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Ariarne Titmus vs. Summer McIntosh vs. Katie Ledecky in Women's 400 Freestyle | Paris Olympics 2024
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Don't miss the epic showdown between Ariarne Titmus and Summer McIntosh in the Women's 400 Freestyle Final at the Paris 2024 Olympics! With Katie Ledecky also in the mix, this race was a thrilling battle of the 3 fastest 400 Freestylers ever in history. Watch every moment as Arni Titmus defends her title in an unforgettable race. Subscribe for more…
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Day 1 Olympic Swimming Coverage | Paris 2024 | Titmus vs. Ledecky vs. McIntosh + 4x100 Free Relays
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Brett, Megs, Kurt, Sonny, and Nate watch swimming at the Paris Olympics. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.https://www.eolab.com/swimbetterBRAT…
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#391 Michigan's Matt Bowe Previews Paris, Reflects on Trials Strategies, and Shares Insights on Olympic Preparation
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Michigan Head Coach Matt Bowe was in LA so he stopped by to chat it up with Brett. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.https://www.eolab.com/swim…
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Brett, Megs, Kurt, Sonny, and Nate talk about Swimming at the 2024 Paris Olympics. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.https://www.eolab.com/swim…
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#390 How to Build a Championship Team with Jeff Dugdale
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Coach Jeff Dugdale shares his experiences, challenges, and the philosophies that have propelled the Queens University swim team to national prominence. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold a…
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Understanding Drag, Resistance, and Propulsion in Swimming
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In swimming, understanding the forces acting on a swimmer is crucial for optimizing performance. This involves managing drag, leveraging resistance, and maximizing propulsion. OUR SWIMMING PARTNERS:EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months…
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#389 Will Ahmed, Founder of WHOOP, on Revolutionizing Recovery, Health, and High Performance Monitoring
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A collegiate squash player at Harvard, Will Ahmed created WHOOP at 20 years old. He's now 12 years in, revolutionizing recovery and high performance monitoring. WHOOP: A wearable fitness tracker that provides continuous physiological data to help users optimize training, recovery, and overall health.http://join.whoop.com/Sprintrevolution WHOOP is a…
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#388 Inside the World's Most Advanced Swimming Lab with Roald Van der Vliet & Sander Schreven
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Roald Van der Vliet and Sander Schreven are from the Inno Sport Lab in Eindhoven, where cutting-edge technology and scientific analysis are used to enhance swimming performance. They discuss the lab's advanced measurement systems, which provide precise feedback on starts and turns, and highlight the individualized approach that has led to significa…
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#387 The Sprint Revolution for Masters Swimmers with Coach Michael Collins
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Michael Collins has been the Nova Masters Head Coach for nearly 25 years! Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: An…
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Catching Up with Backstroke Legend Lenny Krayzelburg
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Lenny Krayzelburg, four-time Olympic gold medalist, won three gold medals at the 2000 Sydney Olympics in the 100m backstroke, 200m backstroke, and the 4x100m medley relay, and one gold medal at the 2004 Athens Olympics in the 4x100m medley relay. Our Sponsors: …
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Brett & Sonny recap Day 8 of USA Swimming's Olympic Trials. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke …
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Last night, Shaine Casas touched second in the Men's 200 IM, punching his ticket to the Paris Olympics. The only person to beat him was his teammate, Carson Foster. Both went 1:55. Shaine Casas shares his excitement and relief about making the US Olympic team, expressing that the last 24 hours had been a blur. He mentioned preparing mentally for th…
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Brett & Sonny recap Day 7 of US Olympic Trials. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with e…
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Sonny & Nate recap night 6 of US Olympic Trials. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo…
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Simone Manuel & Caeleb Dressel Are 3x Olympians
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Recap of Night 5 of US Olympic Trials with Sonny and Brett. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke techniqu…
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USA Swimming Olympic Trials Day 5 w/Special Guests
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Jack Alexy or Caeleb Dressel? Kate Douglass or Torri Huske? WHO YOU GOT TONIGHT?? Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse …
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What a performance by Regan Smith to break the Women's 100 Backstroke World Record and take it back from Australia's Kaylee McKeown. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER:…
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USA Olympic Trials Day 4 with Cullen Jones, Roque Santos, & Sergio Lopez
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JACK ALEXY IS THE TRUTH! Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to …
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Finals:Women 400 IM FinalMen 200 Free FinalWomen's 100 Backstroke Semi FinalsMen's 100 Backstroke FinalsWomen's 100 Breaststroke FinalsWomen's 200 Free Finals Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER:…
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2024 USA Swimming Olympic Trials Day 3 Prelims Report & Finals Predictions
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Prelims:Women's 400 IMWomen's 100 Backstroke REGAN SMITHMen's 800 FreestyleFinals:Women 400 IM FinalMen 200 Free FinalWomen's 100 Backstroke Semi FinalsMen's 100 Backstroke FinalsWomen's 100 Breaststroke FinalsWomen's 200 Free Finals Our Sponsors: …
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LIVE with the CEO of USA Swimming, Tim Hinchey!
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Tim Hinchey stops by to talk about the greatest swim meet ever, USA Olympic Trials in Lucas Oil Stadium. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER:…
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Titmus 200 Free World Record: Inside Australian Trials + US Olympic Preview
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Brett, Sonny, and Kurt talk about swimming, including Titmus' 200 Free World Record over her bff Mollie O. Our Sponsors: EO SWIM BETTER:…
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Kensey McMahon's Fight Against a 4-Year Ban for a Dialysis Drug Not Found in America
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Kensey McMahon opens up about the devastating impact of her four-year ban from swimming after testing positive for Vadadustat, a dialysis drug not FDA approved or available in America. Brett delves into the unexpected events leading to her ban, the challenges she faced in trying to clear her name, and her hopes for policy changes to prevent similar…
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Brett talks with Pat Forde, Sports Illustrated sports journalist, and McGee Moody, former Head Coach of William & Mary and the University of South Carolina. Together, they delve into the profound changes sweeping through NCAA athletics, focusing on how these shifts impact athletes and coaches, as well as the entire sport of swimming. With insights …
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#386 Honoring Ben: Matt Kredich's Story of Loss, Legislation, and Legacy
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In this emotionally powerful interview, Brett sits down with Matt Kredich, the Head Coach of the University of Tennessee swim team. Matt opens up about the tragic loss of his son, Ben Kredich, and how this heart-wrenching experience has profoundly impacted his life and coaching career. From the initial shock and mourning to the long-term journey of…
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#385 Fighting for Common Sense with Riley Gaines
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Brett Hawke speaks with Riley Gaines about her journey from collegiate swimmer to advocate for women's sports. Riley shares her experiences at the U.S. Olympic Trials, the pivotal race against Lia Thomas, and how her faith has guided her through unexpected challenges. She also discusses her recent book, "Swimming Against the Current," and her ongoi…
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