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 at the age of 95. I’ve spent these weeks with him, with family, remembering him, celebrating his life, and navigating the bittersweet gift of grief. In this episode, I want to honor my dad, who first taught me how to swim. Through his simple “swim to Daddy” lessons on La...

Jon Maccoll, the head coach of the Rutgers Women's Swimming and Diving team, is taking an idea from many other sports and bringing it to the pool. Maccoll has brought in a number of male swimmers as "practice swimmers" to train with the Rutgers women's team. While they are not technically a part of the NCAA team (Rutgers does not have a men's swimming program), they will train with the team and receive team gear. The men will compete in USA Swimming competitions, but they will have the same

Ben Proud sent shockwaves through the swimming community on Wednesday morning with his announcement that he’s joining the Enhanced Games, essentially ending his competitive career on the international stage representing Great Britain. Although it’s not yet confirmed if Proud plans to be put on the Enhanced Games doping protocol, or race in the Games clean, World Aquatics has enacted a new bylaw barring anyone who participates in the Games from competing in one of their events (this could change with

Send us a text Today in our podcast PoolTalk, Mike and I will be going into detail about the need for all pools in the UK to have a Pool Technical Operating Procedure, an important document that sits alongside the Pool's Safety Documents. Websites: www.bluepools.co.uk www.palmacademy.co.uk www.pwtag.org

Send us a text Mike and I are back and in this episode we will be talking about PoolMark, PWTAG's Swimming Pool Award for pool's that operate within the guidelines published in their book Swimming Pool Water. To find out more about PoolMark please visit the PWTAG website here: https://www.pwtag.org/poolmark-accreditation/ For more information about Palm Academy's involvement in the PoolMark Award please visit the website here: https://www.palmacademy.co.uk/poolmark If you want to ...

Send us a textThis is the third of a four part podcast Africa series with Open Water Africa founder Howard James. In this episode we find out the details of the intriguing swim across False Bay in South Africa .We explore what it takes to successfully achieve the swim and discuss its infamous wildlife.To find out more above the African swims and contact Open Water Africa please follow website www.openwater.africa

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. Her approach to swimming, coaching, and competition showcases how consistency, smart training, and positive mindset contribute to athletic longevity and continued success at the highest levels. Laurie is a member the 1776 Masters and swims in the 60-64 age-group. Laurie L...

The National Reference for Handisub, in cooperation with the commission on cave diving for FFESSM, organized the first ever discovery cave dive for divers with disabilities. Listen as Andrew recounts this unique experience.

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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 journey from recreational swimmer to competitive athlete began after his wife passed away, when swimming became his solace and strength. What makes Cal's story remarkable isn't just his age, but his ap...

In this episode, Andrew recounts his first dive to 40 meters, which served as his validation dive for PESH 40. The featured song is called, "Kuch To Hai" and is sung by Aarushi Sharma.

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 her inaugural 400 IM event, her aspirations to qualify for the CCS National Championship, and the unique challenges faced when balancing competitive swimming with study abroad experiences. Get a glimpse into the supportive and self-driven culture of UVA's club swim team,...

In this short, sweet, and special episode of Sink or Swim, James and Mitch talk about their big weekends at the conference championships and look ahead to what's on the horizon for coaches this spring. CALL TO ACTION: Have questions for us you'd like to have answered on the show? Want to appear on the pod? Please reach out to us at thesinkorswimpod@gmail.com!

Stagione 6 | Episodio 58 - nell’ultima puntata della sesta stagione di "Nuoto dunque sono", ci siamo immersi nel significato più profondo della sconfitta, prendendo spunto dall’intervista a Benedetta Pilato dopo il suo quarto posto ai Giochi Olimpici. Lontano dalle letture superficiali del risultato, abbiamo riflettuto su come la sconfitta non sia un valore assoluto, ma una narrazione costruita dalle nostre aspettative e dal contesto emotivo in cui si inserisce.Il mio libro "Il Valore della

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 takes us on a journey through his dual life as a dedicated athlete and a committed volunteer with US Masters Swimming. Learn about his impactful role as head starter for the upcoming International Gay and Lesbian Aquatics Championships, and how his trips to the Space Coast...

Stagione 6 | Episodio 57 - Nel racconto dell’evoluzione del nuoto moderno, ci sono date che segnano una svolta. Una di queste è il 25 luglio 1976, giorno in cui, nella vasca olimpica di Montreal, Jim Montgomery nuota i 100 metri stile libero in 49 secondi e 99 centesimi. Un traguardo che venne raggiunto grazie al contributo fondamentale di un allenatore che ha rivoluzionato la scienza che si nasconde dietro alle prestazioni in acqua Doc Counsilman.

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 journey, her reflections on being part of the Wolfpack, and her post-Olympic life. Berkoff won gold in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games as the preliminary backstroke lead off swimmer for Team USA and was also an individual bronze Medalist in the 100 meter backstroke.&...

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 represents Olympic stars like Lilly King, Katie Grimes, and many other champions, shares his unique journey of juggling a high-powered career with his passion for swimming. From his exhilarating experience at the Paris Olympics to his recent races at the Nationals, Cejih o...

In dieser spannenden neuen Episode von Tauch Talk spricht Caro mit Alia, der jungen Tauchbegeisterten von Orca Dive Clubs, über ihre Erfahrungen mit dem Tauchen von klein auf. Alia taucht seit ihrem achten Lebensjahr und hat in ihrer Karriere schon viele Orte und Taucherlebnisse weltweit erlebt. Gemeinsam sprechen sie über das Tauchen in Soma Bay und ihre Rolle bei Orca Dive Clubs. Alia gibt uns Einblicke, warum Tauchen für die ganze Familie ein unvergessliches Erlebnis sein kann und was es

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 prowess in the 200 butterfly and middle-distance freestyle, Allison dives into her unique training regimen, discussing the mental challenges of training alone in the Maine winter and her approach to maintaining motivation.Allison’s swimming story is as multifaceted as her s...