Unfiltered Waters

In this episode, Katie and Missy dive into one of the most inspiring stories we’ve had on the show: Ali Truwit. They discuss Ali’s journey since she lost her foot and a part of her leg to a shark attack, her time swimming at Yale, and what it was like to make the 2024 Paris Paralympic team less than a year after her life-changing experience.-----SUPPORT ALI’S NONPROFIT: https://strongerthanyouthin...

In this episode, Katie and Missy talk to 6x Olympic medalist, Brendan Hansen! They discuss Brendan’s amazing career in the pool, how he battles back after disappointments, and his mentality for being the “idiot in the room.”-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.----...

In today’s episode, we recap our amazing trip to Paris for the 2024 Olympic Games! We talk about our favorite moments (and our most emotional ones), reminisce about the amazing food, and dive into some hot takes.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.-----FOLLOW KATI...

In this episode, Katie and Missy talk to 8-time Olympic medalist, Nathan Adrian! They discuss his incredible swimming career, tips he’s picked up from elite coaches, how he bounced back from a cancer diagnosis, and more.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.-----FOL...

In this episode, Katie and Missy talk to an absolute legend and the voice of swimming himself, Rowdy Gaines. They discuss his career beginnings, they recap major moments in their careers, and Rowdy calls his own Gold Medal-winning race from 1984!-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates th...

In this episode, Katie and Missy talk about their upcoming trip to the Olympics in Paris! They talk about their plans, what they’re excited for, and of course, tell some of their favorite memories from their own Olympic experiences!-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the w...

On this episode, Katie and Missy sit down inside of Lucas Oil Stadium at USA Swimming Trials with Cullen Jones. Cullen retells the legendary story of the 4×100m freestyle relay event at the 2008 Olympic Games in Beijing, explains the importance of being the first Black-American to hold an olympic world record, and tells the story of his near drowning experience.-----Subscribe and watch full video...

On this episode, Katie and Missy sit down inside of Lucas Oil Stadium at USA Swimming Trials with Matt Grevers. They discuss Matt’s favorite moments from his incredible swimming career, talk about his amazing family, and relive some hilarious memories.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and upda...

On this episode, Katie and Missy recap their Olympic Trials experience over a glass of wine. They talk about their favorite moments, tell some embarrassing stories, and relive record breaking moments. -----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.-----FOLLOW KATIE ON:Instag...

On this episode, legendary alpine skier Lindsey Vonn joins us to discuss the beginnings of her career, the importance of being herself, her process for filtering out hate, how she balances emotions during retirement, and her favorite memories inside and outside of skiing.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bon...

On this episode, 3x Olympian Elizabeth Beisel joins us to discuss passions after swimming, her incredible career, the importance of leadership, USA National Team pranks, and swimming to Block Island.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and updates throughout the week.-----FOLLOW KATIE ON:Instagra...

On this episode, Missy and Katie relive their own Olympic Trials experiences (some happy, some not-so-happy), share some hilarious stories, and preview the upcoming Olympic Trials taking place at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis from June 15-23, 2024.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social media (@unfilteredwaterspodcast) for clips, bonus content, and upda...

On this episode of Unfiltered Waters, 4x NCAA Champion and head coach of Virginia Swimming & Diving, Todd DeSorbo, joins Katie and Missy to talk about his approach to recruiting, how he instills confidence in his athletes, why he loves chaos, and how he feels about his role as the Olympic Head Coach for Team USA.-----Subscribe and watch full video episodes on YouTube, and follow us on social m...

In this special episode of Unfiltered Waters, Missy and Katie go solo, each creating a personalized fishbowl filled with a mix of hard hitting, 'fan favorite' and hilarious questions for each other to answer. They tackle a variety of topics, from hilarious embarrassing moments, surprising revelations to fond memories of favorite roommates. They describe the movies they could never live w...

In this episode of "Unfiltered Waters," we dive into the multifaceted life of Anders Holm, affectionately known to many as 'Ders' from the hit comedy "Workaholics." Anders opens up about his journey from the disciplined world of elite swimming to making a splash in Hollywood. Reflecting on his early days, Anders shares stories from his time as a competitive swimmer at...

In this heartwarming Mother's Day special, Katie and Missy bring their moms, D.A. and Jeanne, to the show for an intimate and insightful conversation. Katie and Missy pose questions to their mothers, seeking their wisdom, perspective, and practical advice. The episode delves into topics such as how to support an athlete during setbacks or tough times, understanding when to push and when to si...

In this captivating episode, we dive into the world of marathon running with the incomparable Des Linden. As a two-time Olympian, 2018 Boston Marathon champion, and Masters World Record Holder, Des brings a wealth of experience and insight to the table. We start by delving into Des's recent performance at the Boston Marathon, exploring her emotions and reflections on the race. From there, we...

Join us this week for an extraordinary journey with the legendary Kerri Walsh Jennings, a titan in the world of beach volleyball. With five Olympic appearances and three Olympic Gold medals under her belt, Kerri shares her unparalleled insights and experiences from her illustrious career. In this candid episode, Kerri takes us through each of her five Olympic adventures, revealing the highs, lows,...

In this episode, we dive deep into the remarkable journey of Simone Manuel, a trailblazing athlete whose accomplishments transcend the pool. Simone, a 5-time Olympic Medalist and the first Black female swimmer to clinch an individual Olympic Gold medal, opens up about her recent triumphs, setbacks, and the profound impact she's making beyond swimming lanes. We explore her stellar performances...

This episode features our first international athlete, Summer McIntosh. Summer is a 2021 Tokyo Olympian, a 4x world champion and world record holder in the 400 IM. Summer reflects on her family's rich sporting heritage. She shares anecdotes of her sister's success in figure skating and her mom's Olympic triumphs in swimming, particularly in the 200 fly. She credits her family's...

In this ' in studio' episode, we're joined by none other than Michael Andrew, the Olympic Gold Medalist in the 4x100 medley relay at the 2021 Tokyo Olympics. Michael, a World Champion and American Record Holder, opens up about his revolutionary training approach and how he navigates the storm of criticism surrounding his training, going pro at the age of 14 and much more. Tune in as...

In this compelling episode, listeners are treated to an intimate conversation with Regan Smith. With three Olympic medals, four World Championship titles, and multiple American records under her belt, Regan's journey embodies resilience, honesty, and authenticity. Regan shares insights gained from her time training with the elite group at ASU (Arizona State University), highlighting the camar...

In this inspiring episode, we delve into the extraordinary life of Jessica Long, a true legend in the world of Paralympic sports (or any sport for that matter). Despite facing immense challenges, Jessica has risen to become one of the most decorated athletes in history, with 29 Paralympic medals, including 16 golds, and over 50 world championship medals to her name. Jessica opens up about her jour...

In this episode, we take an exclusive journey into the world of Claire Curzan, the World Champion and Olympic Silver Medalist. Fresh from her remarkable performance at the World Championships in Doha last month, where she dazzled with six medals, including an impressive four golds, Claire shares the emotions, preparation and mindset that propelled her to victory for Team USA.Explore the highs and...

In this episode, embark on a captivating journey with Katie Grimes, the teenage prodigy who conquered the Tokyo Olympics at 15 and is now charting her course for Paris 2024, having already secured her spot on the open water team. In this episode, Katie bares it all as she reflects on the highs and lows of her Olympic debut, sharing the details and emotions of securing 4th place. She shares how it...