Unfiltered Waters

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  Gretchen Walsh 13.08.2026 25min

  n this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Olympic medalist Elizabeth Beisel steps in as guest host alongside Todd Anderson while Katie Hoff Anderson is a week out from giving birth. Together they sit down with Olympic champion and world record holder Gretchen Walsh for a wide-ranging conversation recorded just days before the 2026 Pan Pacific Championships. Fresh off a summer of international racing and her first season as a full-time professional, Gretchen opens up about what success actually loo...
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  Kevin Cargill 11.08.2026 1u 31min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff Anderson is joined by swim analyst Kevin Cargill to preview one of the biggest meets on the international calendar: the 2026 Pan Pacific Championships. Whether you've been following the sport all season or you're just tuning in before the first race, this episode gets you ready for everything to watch in the days ahead. From the biggest storylines and can't-miss races to relay implications and breakout stars, Katie and Kevin break down the ath...
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  Greg Meehan 05.08.2026 49min

  Greg Meehan returns to Unfiltered Waters for an in-depth conversation reflecting on his first year leading USA Swimming and the challenges that come with guiding one of the world's most successful national teams. Joined by Olympian Katie Hoff Anderson, Greg shares what it's been like settling into the role, navigating major life transitions, and finding clarity after a whirlwind first season. The conversation explores the future of American swimming, from long-term Olympic planning to develop...
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  Hot Takes Only 29.07.2026 55min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, it's all about one thing: hot takes. Katie Hoff Anderson sits down with four of Team USA's biggest stars: Phoebe Bacon, Gretchen Walsh, Michael Andrew, and Katharine Berkoff to debate the opinions everyone has but rarely says out loud. From swimming controversies to travel etiquette, social media, music, reality TV, and everything in between, no topic is off limits. Should the person in the middle seat always get the armrest? Is one pull into the wall du...
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  Ray Looze 22.07.2026 39min

  Coach Ray Looze has spent more than two decades building one of the premier programs in college swimming, but this conversation goes far beyond wins and championships. Joined by Olympians Lilly King and Katie Hoff Anderson, Ray opens up about the coaching philosophy that has produced generations of NCAA champions, Olympians, and world record holders while sharing the lessons that have shaped him as both a coach and a person. From balancing the men's and women's teams at Indiana to creating i...
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  Elite Athletes Guide to Lifemaxxing 15.07.2026 1u 7min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down with four of the biggest names in swimming for a rapid-fire conversation about one question: How do elite athletes maximize every area of their lives? Joined by Kate Douglass, Alex Walsh, Patrick Sammon, and Quintin McCarty, this episode explores the habits, routines, and mindsets that extend far beyond the pool. From meditation and mental resilience to recovery, nutrition, skincare, social media, and race-day psychology, each athlet...
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  Van Mathias 08.07.2026 47min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff is joined by special guest host Lilly King for a conversation with one of swimming's most unexpected breakout stars, Van Mathias, the American record holder in the 50-meter breaststroke and Indiana University's Director of Operations. Van's journey is anything but conventional. After stepping away from elite competition to begin his full-time career, he found himself drawn back to the pool with a completely different perspective. Now balancing...
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  Devon Allen 24.06.2026 32min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down with Devon Allen, one of the rare athletes to reach the highest level in two sports. A two-time Olympian in the 110-meter hurdles and former Philadelphia Eagles wide receiver, Devon shares what it takes to pursue excellence across completely different competitive worlds. The conversation dives into Devon's unique journey from football standout to Olympic hurdler and back again. He reflects on the injuries that altered his path, the d...
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  Rebecca Adlington 17.06.2026 1u 1min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down with Rebecca Adlington, one of Great Britain’s most accomplished swimmers. A two-time Olympic gold medalist, former world record holder, broadcaster, entrepreneur, and mother of three, Becky reflects on the journey that took her from Olympic glory in Beijing to building a life and legacy beyond the pool. The conversation explores Becky’s unique relationship with swimming and competition. While many athletes thrive on race day, Becky ...
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  Allison Schmitt 10.06.2026 30min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down with one of the most decorated swimmers in American history, Allison Schmitt. A four-time Olympian, ten-time Olympic medalist, Olympic champion, former world record holder, and longtime advocate for mental health, Allison reflects on the lessons, challenges, and perspective she has gained throughout an extraordinary career. From the heartbreak of missing an Olympic final by one one-hundredth of a second in Beijing to becoming one of ...
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  Devin McCourty 03.06.2026 31min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down with former New England Patriots captain and three-time Super Bowl champion Devin McCourty for a conversation about leadership, pressure, preparation, and life beyond football. After spending 13 seasons with one organization, Devin reflects on what it was really like playing under Bill Belichick, building a championship culture, and earning the trust of teammates in one of the most demanding environments in professional sports. He sh...
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  Sonia Chase 13.05.2026 30min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, we step outside the pool and into a powerful conversation with former WNBA player Sonia Chase, a true pioneer from the league’s early years. Sonia brings a unique perspective, having lived through the evolution of the WNBA from what she describes as survival mode to the strategy-driven era we see today. We dive into the league’s latest collective bargaining agreement, why it is such a major shift for women’s sports, and what it means for the next generat...
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  Caeleb & Meghan Dressel: Mother's Day Special 06.05.2026 1u 59min

  In this special Mother’s Day episode of Unfiltered Waters, we sit down with Caeleb Dressel and Meghan Dressel at their home in Gainesville for one of their most honest conversations yet. What starts as a visit to the farm turns into a deep, unfiltered look at life beyond the pool. From raising two young kids to navigating identity, marriage, and the realities of elite sport, Caeleb and Meghan open up about the transitions that have shaped this next chapter of their lives. They talk about wh...
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  Daniel Wiffen 29.04.2026 53min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down with Daniel Wiffen, Ireland’s first male Olympic swimming medalist, fresh off a historic performance in Paris where he won gold in the 800 freestyle and bronze in the 1500. Daniel takes us inside the mindset behind his Olympic breakthrough, breaking down how detailed race analysis, data, and preparation gave him the confidence to execute on the biggest stage. He walks through the strategy behind his 800 freestyle win, what he was thi...
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  NCAA Coaches Edition (Todd DeSorbo, Annie Lazor, Carol Capitani) 22.04.2026 41min

  In this special Coaches Edition of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with three of the top minds in NCAA swimming, Todd DeSorbo (Virginia), Annie Lazor (Stanford), and Carol Capitani (Texas), before the NCAA Women’s Swimming and Diving Championships. Coming from the leaders of the first, second, and third place teams, this conversation goes beyond results and into the reality of coaching at the highest level. Each coach shares how they manage pressure during champio...
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  Squad Energy (NCAA Men's Edition) 15.04.2026 47min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel bring you the men’s edition of “Squad Energy,” sitting down with some of the biggest names in NCAA swimming, Josh Liendo (Florida), Ilya Kharun (Arizona State), Thomas Heilman (Virginia), and Jack Aikins (Virginia), just before the NCAA Championships. From team traditions and pre-meet routines to trash talk, nerves, and what makes each program unique, this conversation dives into the mindset and culture behind some of the ...
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  Trust Your Gut (NCAA Women) | Unfiltered Waters 08.04.2026 1u 5min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with some of the biggest names in NCAA swimming, Claire Curzan (Virginia), Lucy Bell (Stanford), Alex Shackell (Indiana), Caroline Bricker (Stanford), Katie Grimes (Virginia), and Bella Sims (Michigan), for a conversation centered around one theme, trusting your gut. From navigating transfers and major life decisions to overcoming injuries, rebuilding confidence, and rediscovering their love for the sport, each at...
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  Squad Energy (NCAA Women) 01.04.2026 40min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with four of the biggest names in NCAA swimming: Anna Moesch (Virginia), Torri Huske (Stanford), Jillian Cox (Texas), and Camille Spink (Tennessee) for a special “Squad Energy” edition filmed just days before the NCAA Championships. From pre-meet traditions and team speeches to accountability, leadership, and what truly makes a championship culture, each athlete shares what drives their team behind the scenes. You’...
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  NCAA Men’s Swim & Dive: Predictions & Storylines 25.03.2026 44min

  In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel break down the full Men’s NCAA Swimming & Diving Championship preview from poolside at Georgia Tech—covering team projections, key storylines, and the races that could decide the meet. With Texas projected to lead, the real battle heats up behind them as Florida, Arizona State, Indiana, and Cal fight for second in one of the deepest fields in recent memory. The duo dives into the impact of the B final format changes, re...
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  NCAA Women’s Swim & Dive: Predictions & Storylines 18.03.2026 31min

  In this special solo episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff brings you a full NCAA Women’s Swimming Championship preview from the pool deck at Georgia Tech, breaking down team projections, top storylines, and the biggest changes heading into one of the fastest meets of the year. From UVA’s pursuit of a historic sixth title to the battle between Stanford, Texas, and Michigan, Katie dives into the athletes, races, and records that could define the meet. She also unpacks the controversial elim...