Unfiltered Waters

Dive deep into the incredible journey of backstroke legend and Olympic gold medalist, Ryan Murphy, that unveils many untold stories behind his illustrious career. Ryan opens up about his decade-long partnership with coach Dave Durden, shedding light on the unique bond that has allowed him to keep balance and enjoyment in the sport for such a long time. Discover the special tradition within the US...

In this week's episode, we're thrilled to welcome the incredible Abbey Weitzeil, a true swimming powerhouse in the world of women's sprinting. As a 2x Olympian and 4x Olympic medalist, Abbey shares her insights into the remarkable journey that has defined her career. Join us as Abbey reflects on her longevity in the sport, delving into the challenges she's faced and conquered a...

Join Missy and Katie on their first solo episode as they each open up about their deeply personal and transformative experiences that led to their retirements from the sport. Delving into the intricacies of their individual transitions, the dynamic duo reveals the unique paths they took after bidding farewell to competing in the sport of swimming. Missy, choosing to stay connected with the sport s...

Today marks the very first episode featuring a "dry land" athlete on Unfiltered Waters. We welcome Olympic Champion and World Record Holder in the 400m hurdles, Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone! We had the privilege of sitting down with this extraordinary woman during her book tour for "Far Beyond Gold: Running from Fear to Faith." In this episode, Sydney takes us behind the scenes, s...

In this episode, we sit down with Lydia Jacoby, the remarkable Olympic Gold Medalist hailing from the beautiful state of Alaska. At just 17 years old, Lydia stunned the world at the Tokyo Olympics, securing a gold medal in the 100 meter breaststroke and becoming the first ever swimmer to win an Olympic medal from Alaska. Join us as we delve into Lydia's incredible journey, from her early days...

Dive into an inspiring and candid conversation with Carson Foster, a remarkable swimmer and World Championship silver medalist in the 400 IM, as he opens up about the highs and lows of his career thus far. In this episode, Carson reflects on the heart-wrenching experience of narrowly missing the 2021 Tokyo Olympic Team by just one spot and how he found the strength to show up and bounce back, ulti...

This week we have a special guest, Gretchen Walsh. She is a multi time American Record Holder, NCAA Champion and she is setting the season on fire right now. We discuss her thoughts on her scorching swims so far this season and the mindset driving her confidence in and out of the pool. Hear how she and UVA work with a mathematician to strategically refine the little details to maximize performance...

Join Lilly King in this captivating episode as she shares how she triumphed over one of her greatest setbacks, how her mentality has evolved over the years and the philosophy of winning races before they begin. Discover the surprising items on her bucket list and delve into the best ready room story in history. We also hear about Lilly’s love of all things Taylor Swift including concerts, Hallowee...

In our first in studio episode, dive into the world of Olympic silver medalist Alex Walsh as she recounts an experience at Golden Goggles that she still describes as surreal. Alex candidly shares her mindset shift from last year to this one, discussing the strategies behind her transformation. Explore the atmosphere and competitive energy at UVA, where she's learned to embrace and utilize the...

In this episode, join us in our conversation with 7x Olympic Champion Caeleb Dressel as he candidly discusses the factors and emotions that prompted his temporary departure from the sport and why he knew he was ready to come back. Delve into his personal struggle with the inner critic and gain insights and strategies into how he navigates challenging training sessions. Dressel opens up about the a...

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...