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Unfiltered Waters

Katie Hoff / Missy Franklin

Welcome to the Unfiltered Waters Podcast, where we dive deep into the untold stories of athletes. Our podcast brings together the wisdom and experiences of two Olympic champions, Katie Hoff and Missy Franklin. Join us as we journey through the lives of athletes, showcasing their triumphs, challenges, and the unfiltered reality of what it takes to become a champion. We invite you to partner with us on this inspiring and impactful venture.

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All Episodes

72:46

You Asked, We Answered

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/07/02

In this episode, Katie and Beisel dive into a fishbowl of unfiltered questions from 24-inch Subway sandwiches to rediscovering purpose after sport. Katie shares why she launched the podcast and her unexpected motivation to return to the pool, while Beisel reflects on confidence, leadership, and the challenge of letting go. Packed with team room memories, therapy insights, and one unforgettable hot dog.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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86:13

Lani Pallister

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/06/25

In this episode, Katie and Elizabeth sit down with Australian distance swimmer and world champion Lani Pallister. Lani opens up about the trials that changed everything - from post-race vomit and missed teams to overcoming an eating disorder and finding her stride with a new coach. She talks about leaving her mom’s program, learning to be relentless, and the mindset shift that unlocked the best swims of her life. ----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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79:21

Kyle Chalmers

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/06/18

In this episode, Katie and Beisel sit down with Olympic gold medalist Kyle Chalmers to talk about his massive comeback, how cutting his training in half changed everything, and why this might be the best he’s ever felt. Kyle opens up about his tattoos, racing legends, becoming a dad, and what it really takes to stay on top - nearly a decade after shocking the world in Rio.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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92:19

Live Show at National Champs

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/06/11

In this live episode from the US Swimming National Championships in Indianapolis, Katie and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with Olympic greats Lilly King, Cullen Jones, Rowdy Gaines, and Cody Miller for a high-energy, heartfelt celebration of swimming. From Lily’s fearless Rio moment to Cullen’s near-drowning turned Olympic triumph, they share the stories that shaped their careers and the sport. Plus, some surprise moments that made the night truly special!----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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60:12

Molly Carlson

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/06/04

In this episode, Katie and Elizabeth sit down with Red Bull cliff diver and Brave Gang founder Molly Carlson. Molly shares how missing the Olympics became the best thing that ever happened to her, how she turned fear into fuel, and why bravery—not perfection—is now her mission. She opens up about mental health, body image, the wild world of high diving, and how vulnerability helped her build a global movement.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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65:01

Greg Meehan

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/05/28

In this episode, Katie and Beisel sit down with Olympic head coach and NCAA champion Greg Meehan. They talk about the pressure of leading Team USA in Tokyo, the weight of unmet expectations, and the personal reset that followed. Greg opens up about what it takes to lead on the world stage, how he’s refocusing on the fundamentals, and why real change starts with accountability.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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70:46

Bella Sims

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/05/21

In this episode, Katie and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with Olympic silver medalist and world champion Bella Sims! They dive into the mindset shifts that helped her fall back in love with swimming, how she’s learned to embrace pressure, and the moment she almost stepped away from the sport. Bella opens up about burnout, mental resilience, and what it really takes to stay motivated at the highest level — even when things get hard.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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84:43

Ken Rideout

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/05/14

In this episode, Katie sits down with world champion marathoner, former Wall Street trader, and relentless competitor Ken Rideout. They dive into the mindset that transformed him from an opioid addict to one of the fastest runners over 50 in the world. Ken shares the brutal lesson he learned after quitting a race, why the pain of giving up lasts a lifetime, and how he rebuilt his life from rock bottom. He opens up about the daily battle with self-doubt, his obsession with consistency, and the

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67:32

Mother's Day Episode: Mrs. Walsh

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/05/07

In this episode, Katie and Beisel sit down with Mrs. Walsh, proud mother of two Team USA stars, Alex and Gretchen Walsh! They dive into what it’s like raising two elite athletes under one roof, how she managed different parenting approaches for each daughter, and the emotional rollercoaster of watching them compete on the world’s biggest stages. She opens up about the lessons she brought from her own swimming career, and what it really takes to support high-performance kids without losing yourself

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74:55

Natalie Coughlin

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/04/30

In this episode, Katie and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with 12x Olympic medalist, 3x Olympic gold medalist, and American swimming icon Natalie Coughlin! They dive into the mindset that helped her become one of the most versatile swimmers in history, how pivoting beyond the pool challenged her in new ways, and the surreal moment when her wine earned international attention. Natalie opens up about building a second career from scratch, the leadership lessons she’s learned from USA Swimming governance,

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74:54

Ryan Lochte

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/04/23

In this episode, Katie and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with 4x Olympian, 6x Olympic gold medalist, current world record holder, and American swimming icon Ryan Lochte! They dive into the mindset shifts that helped him rise again after hitting rock bottom, how asking for help became a turning point, and the moment he realized swimming no longer defined who he was. Ryan opens up about the emotional toll of 2016, the comeback attempt in 2021, and why his greatest role isn’t in the pool, it’s being a

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89:25

State Of Swimming

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/04/17

In this episode, Katie and Beisel break down the current state of swimming. They discuss the House v. NCAA settlement, what revenue sharing and roster caps could mean for Olympic collegiate sports, and how NIL deals are changing the college landscape. They also talk about the future of NCAA swimming, how to make the sport more exciting for fans, and the benefits of athletes showing their personalities.----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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68:18

Katinka Hosszú

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/04/09

In this episode, Katie and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with 3x Olympic gold medalist, 26x World Champion, 7x world record holder, and Hungarian swimming legend Katinka Hosszú! They dive into the mindset shifts that turned her into the “Iron Lady,” how learning to lose became her secret weapon, and the moment a fourth-place finish changed everything. Katinka opens up about the grind before Rio, why “balance” didn’t exist in her world, and the surprising truth about how it really feels to win Olympic

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79:40

LIVE From NCAA Championships

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/04/02

In this special live episode from the NCAA Swimming Championships in Federal Way, Washington, Katie and Beisel sit down with Todd DeSorbo, head coach of the University of Virginia women's swimming team, and 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte. They dive into Todd's journey to securing his fifth NCAA title and what inspired him to start coaching. Ryan shares a memorable story from 2006 when he competed without a warm-up, they discuss the differences between Olympic and NCAA ready rooms, and Ryan

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72:21

Men’s NCAA Preview (ft. Nathan Adrian)

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/03/26

In this episode, Katie and Beisel sit down with 5x Olympic gold medalist and freestyle sprinting legend, Nathan Adrian! They chat about his thoughts on the upcoming NCAA swimming championships and reminisce about his college days at UC Berkeley. Nathan also shares a hilarious story involving Alana Blanchard's trick for getting water out of your ear and opens up about his recent experience on the reality show "Special Forces: World's Toughest Test," including a memorable boxing match with former NFL

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53:55

Rex Maurer

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/03/19

In this episode, Katie and Missy talk with rising swimming star Rex Maurer! They dive into his recent American record-breaking 500-yard freestyle performance, the story behind his blazing-fast prelim swims, and his decision to transfer from Stanford to the University of Texas. Rex also shares what it's like to have family members who truly understand the swimming grind and offers his best advice to young swimmers.----- DONATE TO GARY HALL JR:

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81:06

Alex Shackell

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/03/12

In this episode, Katie and Beisel sit down with Olympic gold medalist and rising American swimming star, Alex Shackell! They dive into her journey to Olympic gold just before starting her senior year of high school, the influence of her family's Olympic legacy—especially her dad's motto, "Once an Olympian, always an Olympian,"—and how she handles online rumors and feeling like the world is against her. Plus, Alex shares the story behind her viral dab that caught everyone's attention.----- DONATE TO

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55:32

Carol Capitani

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/03/05

In this episode, Katie and Missy chat with Carol Capitani, head coach of the University of Texas Women’s Swimming and Diving team! They talk about the way to her heart, what it was like being named an Olympic assistant coach, and what it’s really like coaching at Texas. Plus, Carol shares her biggest green and red flags and her favorite word!----- DONATE TO GARY HALL JR: https://www.gofundme.com/f/support-gary-hall-jr-after-devastating-fire ----- DONATE TO EMILY KLUEH:

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71:39

Hubi Kós

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/02/26

In this episode, Katie and Missy chat with Olympic gold medalist and Hungarian swimming star, Hubi Kós! They talk about the moment he realized he could win an Olympic gold medal, how his home country reacted to his big win, and the defining moment of his career. Plus, Hubi shares the movie he quotes the most, the biggest red flag about himself, and why training with Bob Bowman made the Olympics feel “easy.”----- DONATE TO GARY HALL JR:

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66:54

Summer McIntosh

Unfiltered Waters ·

2025/02/19

In this episode, Katie and Missy talk to 3x Olympic gold medalist and Canadian swimming sensation Summer McIntosh! They discuss Summer’s experience winning her first gold medals, why Budapest is one of her favorite pools in the world, what she does with the big checks, the unforgettable moment she touched the wall and found her mom, why laughing while swimming is impossible, and her favorite career moment.----- DONATE TO GARY HALL JR:

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