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 along the way. She also shares reflections on balance, joy, and what her perfect day looks like.
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Natalie Coughlin
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, and the real emotions behind defending an Olympic title. She also shares powerful reflections on reinvention, resilience, and what it takes to keep pushing for greatness after the medals are won.
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1:14:55
Ryan Lochte
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 dad.
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1:14:54
State Of Swimming
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.
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1:29:25
Katinka Hosszú
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 gold. She also shares powerful reflections on identity, confidence, and what it takes to dominate on the world stage.
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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. | Produced by Lagos Creative