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Oct. 3, 2025
How A Busy ER Doc Swims To Win 100 National Titles: Kurt Dickson, ENCORE EP 287
What does it take to win national swimming titles while working chaotic ER shifts and raising a competitive family? In this encore episode, we sit down with masters legend and ER physician Kurt Dickson to unpack the habits, m...
Sept. 19, 2025
Four Pillars of Peak Performance, Olympic Sport Psychologist Colleen Hacker, ENCORE EP 286
In an encore presentation, we sit down with Dr. Colleen Hacker, Olympic mental performance consultant and author of Achieving Excellence: Mastering Mindset for Peak Performance in Sport and Life, to unpack the real tools cham...
Sept. 12, 2025
Five Swim and Life Lessons from My Late Father, EP 285
Hello friends, it’s Kelly. You may have noticed I’ve been away from the show for over a month—the longest break I’ve taken in more than seven years of podcasting. The reason is deeply personal: my father passed away in August...
July 28, 2025
How Silence Shapes a Champion: Jennifer Comfort, Ironman Triathlete and USAT Coach, EP 284
Jennifer Comfort is a USAT-certified triathlon coach, Ironman triathlete, and open water swim observe r whose approach to performance blends endurance, mindfulness, and a deep respect for inner stillness. Jennifer didn’t star...
July 16, 2025
What is Purposeful Swimming? Matt Moseley's Aquatic Mission. EP 283
This episode has one of the best comeback stories ever! It's filled with genuine emotion and inspiration and will have you thinking about the purpose of your next swim. Matt Moseley — a man whose life is fueled by purpose, storytelling, and water. From boardrooms to backstrokes, Matt is not just a …
June 29, 2025
The Secret to Olympic & Masters Legend Rick Colella's Lifelong Success, EP 282
Ready for an extraordinary tale of athletic longevity? At 73 years old Rick Colella's swimming journey spans from Olympic medals to over 50 Masters World records, proving that athletic excellence knows no age limits. Colella's remarkable career began with a fourth-place finish at the 1972 Munich Ol…
June 19, 2025
Mastering Mindset: All-American Sara Dunn Navigates Life’s Hardships, from Injury to Grief, EP 281
When life throws its hardest challenges—divorce, injuries, the loss of a beloved parent, and the relentless pace of a demanding career—what keeps a champion going? For Sara Henninger Dunn, it’s the unshakable mindset she’s ho...
June 9, 2025
60-Mile Shark Swim: How Lewis Pugh Toughs It Out to Save Our Oceans, EP 280
On May 26, 2025, Lewis Pugh completed one of his most daring feats yet — a 60-mile swim around Martha’s Vineyard in icy, shark-filled waters. Undertaken to coincide with the 50th anniversary of movie Jaws , Lewis’s swim was a...
May 29, 2025
How a Swimming Prodigy Rediscovered Her Love for the Sport: Becca Mann, EP 279
Pro Swimmer, Author, Screenwriter, Becca Mann's journey redefines what it means to be a swimming prodigy who grows beyond the confines of early success. At just 10 years old, she completed the 15K Maui channel, becoming the y...
May 15, 2025
A 34 Year Winning Streak: Pro Triathlete Turned Masters Swimmer, Laurie Hug, EP 278
Do you have a streak going? Laurie Hug, retired professional triathlete and masters swimmer, shares her 34 year streak, training wisdom and remarkable journey from the deck of YMCA Masters Nationals Championships in Orlando. ...
May 1, 2025
The Feel-Good-Comeback-Story of NCAA All-American Owen Lloyd, EP 277
A disqualification that turns into one of swimming's most viral moments. A champion brought to his knees in tears as officials strip away his victory. And a redemption exactly one year later that proves sometimes, the univers...
April 17, 2025
A Mighty Mermaid and Attorney with a Passion for Performance: Nancy Steadman Martin, EP 276
Nancy Steadman Martin is the only woman in the world, over 70, to break 21 minutes in the 1500 freestyle! What does it mean to be truly unstoppable at 70? Steadman Martin embodies this question as she continues to shatter wor...
April 3, 2025
Swimming Through Sorrow: Matt Mauser's Path from Loss to Triumph
"Swimming for me was huge therapy," Matt explains. When Matt lost his beloved wife Christina in the January 2020 helicopter crash that also claimed Kobe Bryant's life, his world shattered. Just weeks later, COVID lockdowns is...
March 20, 2025
90-Year-Old Tech Whiz Who Tracks His Swims With Smart Goggles, EP 274
Cal Beattie defies expectations at every turn. At 90 years old, he's not just surviving—he's thriving as a competitive Masters swimmer who only started racing four years ago and trains alone in a small town in Virginia. He sw...
March 6, 2025
25 Year Lay Off Doesn't Slow Down Champion Steve Gold, EP 273
In this inspiring episode, we have an engaging conversation with 47-year-old Steve Gold, a swimmer located in Jacksonville, Florida who swims for the Bolles School Sharks Masters. Steve has redefined personal excellence throu...
Feb. 21, 2025
College Club Swimmer Josie West Preps for Nationals, EP 272
Josie West, college club and masters swimmer, joins us to share her journey as a 21-year-old club swimmer at the University of Virginia, embarking on her first master's swimming meet. You'll hear firsthand how Josie navigated...
Feb. 7, 2025
Aerospace and Aquatics Champion: Charlie Cockrell's Inspiring Journey, EP 271
Discover how a passion for swimming can seamlessly intersect with a high-powered career in aerospace engineering through the story of Charlie Cockrell. As the Director of Engineering at NASA Langley Research Center, Charlie t...
Jan. 24, 2025
Olympic Champion Katharine Berkoff Reflects on Her Journey and the NC State Legacy, EP 270
Today, we’re diving into a truly memorable interview with Olympic champion Katharine Berkoff. Recorded during NC State’s 50th-anniversary celebration of women’s swimming, this episode is a heartfelt exploration of Katharine’s...
Jan. 17, 2025
Sports Agent to Olympic Stars Has a Passion for Swimming: Cejih Yung, EP 269
Get ready to be inspired as we bring you an exclusive conversation with Cejih (CG) Yung, a prominent sports agent and accomplished swimmer, on a special short format edition of Champion's Mojo from the pool deck. Cejih, who r...
Jan. 10, 2025
How to Train Alone or On A Ship: Why Alison Hayden’s Story Inspires Us, EP 268
In this compelling interview, Allison Hayden, a 53 year old multi-national champion swimmer with the St. Pete Masters, shares her journey and triumphs as a versatile athlete excelling in multiple disciplines. Known for her pr...
Jan. 3, 2025
Empowering Swimmers and Coaches: SwimRVA's Jonathan Kaplan, EP 267
Whether you’re a coach, swimmer, or simply a sports enthusiast, this episode will inspire you with insights into the transformative power of perseverance, innovation, and connection. Dive into this episode as Jonathan Kaplan,...
Dec. 26, 2024
Warning to Swimmers: My Nightmare With Eczema From My Goggles, EP 266
Swimmers are more likely to get eczema because of the drying nature of chlorine. 31 Million Americans have eczema, an itchy skin condition. What if the solution to your itchy skin is causing more harm than good? Join me, Kell...
Dec. 20, 2024
Would You Swim on Vacation? Britta O'Leary's Masters Swimming Journey, EP 265
Send us a text Elite masters champion Britta O'Leary, a member of Georgia Masters, joins us to share her inspiring journey as she transitions into the 40-44 age group. Britta offers an inside look at her recent experiences at...
Dec. 10, 2024
Racing & Business Insights with Olympic Coach Dudley Duncan, EP 264
Send us a text Coach Dudley Duncan, a legend with over five decades on the pool deck, joins us to unravel the art of swimming and the strategic nuances of racing. Promising a fresh perspective, Coach Duncan underscores the im...