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A 9-Foot Gator Took Her Arm, But She Saw a Silver Lining and Maybe An…
THIS EPISODE WON TWO 2022 W3 AWARDS SILVER HONOR FOR BEST INTERVIEW AND BEST CO-HOSTS. What happens when a perfect Florida swim turns into a fight for your life from a 9-foot alligator biting off onto your arm ? In this rivet...
How A Busy ER Doc Swims To Win 100 National Titles: Kurt Dickson, ENC…
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 Dixon to unpack the habits, min...
Four Pillars of Peak Performance, Olympic Sport Psychologist Colleen …
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...
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...
How Silence Shapes a Champion: Jennifer Comfort, Ironman Triathlete a…
THIS EPISODE WON THE 2026 COMMUNICATOR AWARD OF DISTINCTION. Jennifer Comfort is a USAT-certified triathlon coach, Ironman triathlete, and open water swim observe r whose approach to performance blends endurance, mindfulness,...
The Secret to Olympic & Masters Legend Rick Colella's Lifelong Succes…
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…
Mastering Mindset: All-American Sara Dunn Navigates Life’s Hardships,…
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...
60-Mile Shark Swim: How Lewis Pugh Toughs It Out to Save Our Oceans, …
THIS EPISODE WON A 2020 WEBBY FINALIST AWARD FOR BEST SINGLE PODCAST INTERVIEW. 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. Un...
How a Swimming Prodigy Rediscovered Her Love for the Sport: Becca Man…
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 youngest to do so. By her teens, she was a seven-time US National Team memb…
A 34 Year Winning Streak: Pro Triathlete Turned Masters Swimmer, Laur…
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. ...
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 universe does give second chances. NC State NCAA All-American and ACC Champion in…
Swimming Through Sorrow: Matt Mauser's Path from Loss to Triumph, EP …
"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 isolated him further as he faced the daunting challenge of raising three chi…
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 swims unattached with no team members and is amazingly disciplined. His jour…
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...
Olympic Champion Katharine Berkoff Reflects on Her Journey and the NC…
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...
Sports Agent to Olympic Stars Has a Passion for Swimming: Cejih Yung,…
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...
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,...
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...
Would You Swim on Vacation? Britta O'Leary's Masters Swimming Journey…
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 the South Carolina Short Course Meters Championships, revealing the delicate balance she…
Racing & Business Insights with Olympic Coach Dudley Duncan, EP 264
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 importance of kee...
8 Point Plan to Finish 2024 Strong During the Holidays and Set Up Suc…
What if the key to swimming faster in 2025 lies in how you navigate the holiday season? In this energizing episode of Champion’s Mojo , hosts Kelly Palace and Maria Parker share eight actionable strategies to maintain fitness...
Filmmaker Finds Redemption in the Pool: Michele Kuvin Kupfer's Journe…
What happens when life's challenges pull you away from your passion, only to lead you back years later with a renewed sense of purpose? Michele Kuvin Kupfer, a former member of the 1980 Israeli Olympic swim team and filmmaker, invites us into her world—a world where swimming was once both an escape…
Olympian and Champion of Chemistry and Kicking: Chris Stevenson, EP 2…
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Stevenson, an Olympian (Greece) and world and national holder in Masters swimming, chemistry professor, and long-time volunteer for U.S. Masters Swimming. Chris opens up about his recen...
At age 27 Jenna Campbell: Elite College Swimmer to Masters World Reco…
27 Year Old Jenna Campbell, a former NCAA D-1 Swimmer at Cal Berkeley is a brand new Masters World Record holder for the 25-29 age group in the 200 long course meters freestyle with a blistering 2:02.06. Join us at the Missi...