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The SwimSwam Podcast

SwimSwam
Swimming
USA Swimming
World Championships
NCAA Championships
NCAA
2025 World Championships
Katie Ledecky
Olympics
Olympic Games
NCAA Swimming
Summer Mcintosh
Enhanced Games
Gretchen Walsh
200 Fly
Commit Swimming
Team USA
SEC Championships
100 Breaststroke
200 IM
Singapore

In the SwimSwam Podcast dive deeper into the sport you love with insider conversations about swimming. Hosted by Coleman Hodges and Gold Medal Mel Stewart, SwimSwam welcomes both the biggest names in swimming that you already know, and rising stars that you need to get to know, as we break down the past, present, and future of aquatic sports.

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19-Year-Old Nikita Sheremet had just about as good a sprint season as one can have. After becoming an NCAA All-American for Louisville in the 50 free as a freshman, Sheremet came into this summer's European Champs as one of the premier sprinters in t... more

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This week on the SwimSwam Breakdown, we are discussing Tomoyuki Matsushita's medley magnificence, the recently announced 2026-27 USA National Team, and the SCM qualifier, Jose Finkel Trophy. In actuality, we spent 30 minutes debating who will be the ... more

In this GMM takeover of the SwimSwam Podcast, we sit down with 8-time Olympic medalist Regan Smith after a 2026 season that has been fast, revealing and, at times, frustrating. At the Pan Pacific Championships, Regan came away with gold in the 200 ba... more

Lani Pallister had perhaps one of the most successful summers in history in terms of medals won. She went to the Commonwealth Games and was dominant, winning the 400-800-1500 Free and helping Team AUS to gold in the 4x200. She also earned silver in t... more

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Recent Guests

Lani Pallister
Australian distance swimmer
Australian national team / St. Peter's Aquatic Centre
Episode: Lani Pallister Returns to SwimSwam Podcast After Historic Ledecky Defeat, 10-Medal Summer Haul
Jake Gibbons
Varsity head coach, The Bolles School
The Bolles School
Episode: Jake Gibbons: College Recruiting Is Changing. Here’s What Swim Families Need to Know
Van Mathias
Member of Team USA, transition to sprint events, star of Pan Pacifics comeback
Team USA, Indiana University
Episode: How Van Mathias Reinvented Himself Into an American Record Holder
Tracy Slusser
Former Stanford associate head coach; coaching advocate
Stanford University
Episode: Marchand's Freestyle Potential, US Pro's Relocating, & ISL's Return | SWIMSWAM BREAKDOWN
Josh Matheny
Olympic swimmer, former Indiana University NCAA All-American
Pan Pacific swimmer, former IU Hoosier
Episode: 2024 Olympian Josh Matheny Announces Departure from Indiana
Hubi Kos
Olympic champion, European champion swimmer from Hungary
Hungary national team / University of Texas
Episode: Hubi Kos Clears Air About Milak Comments After Relay Gold, Reflects on Near WR in 200 Back
Carson Foster
Two-time Olympic medalist, 19-time world championship medalist, Pan Pacs competitor
USA Swimming / Team USA
Episode: Carson Foster Speaks Openly on 3-Medal Performance at Pan Pacs, 4x200 Free Relay, Bob Bowman Taper
Sam Short
distance freestyle specialist, guest on the episode
Australia
Episode: Sam Short Reflects on Dominant Season & Historic Swims, Looks Toward Distance World Records
Chris Plumb
CEO and head coach of Carmel Swim Club
Carmel Swim Club
Episode: Chris Plumb Previews The GAINswim Clinic And What Swim Teams Get Wrong About Dryland

Hosts

Coleman Hodges
Host of multiple SwimSwam programs; regular breakdowns and interview-focused episodes
Mel Stewart
Co-host with a background as an Olympic swimmer; provides expert commentary and interview drive
Taryn Froedema
Co-host providing expert preview analysis; known for breakdowns and coverage across events

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 338 ratings
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    Do you guys think that Kate Douglas or Gretchen Walsh could go sub-20 50 fr this scy season?

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    Swimstowin
    United Statesa month ago
  • Stopped working

    Was good until they stop encoding correctly for apple. Now unplayable..

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    Uno Player CA
    Canada2 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    Amazing podcast

    Can you guys do a interview with Katie Ledecky

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    #yotaswimgirl
    United States2 months ago
  • Hi

    I watch you on YouTube

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    Hahshzjssj
    Australia5 months ago
  • You should….

    Can you please do and interview with Katie ledecky pleaseeeeeee. Otherwise great podcast.

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    Swimmer101!
    United States2 years ago

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Many appreciate actionable coaching and recruiting insights for prospective swimmers and parents.
Some criticisms mention sound quality and softer questions in interviews.
Listeners praise the deep dives into training and competition, with strong guest diversity.

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Jack Alexy on Popovici, Milak, Pan Zhanle and the Road to LA2028
Q: How important are relays to Team USA's strategy for the next Olympics?
Relays are viewed as central to the team's success, with a strong, cohesive four-by-one and medley group expected to push the field and defend podium spots.
Jack Alexy on Popovici, Milak, Pan Zhanle and the Road to LA2028
Q: What are your plans for the fall and upcoming trials?
He plans a mix of long course and short course competition, with an emphasis on short course world trials and timing down the strokes to be ready for October and December meets.
Jack Alexy on Popovici, Milak, Pan Zhanle and the Road to LA2028
Q: How do you view the current field in the 100 freestyle heading into LA 2028?
Alexy describes a deep, highly competitive field with many athletes capable of podium finishes, and stresses the necessity of maintaining focus, energy management, and continuous improvement to stay in medal contention.
Hubi Kos Clears Air About Milak Comments After Relay Gold, Reflects on Near WR in 200 Back
Q: What was your mindset going into the 200 back and its prelims versus the final?
Kos described wanting to go out fast in the final to push for a strong time, while recognizing the semis were used to calibrate for the night. He discussed a plan with Bob to chase a fast semifinal, even if it wasn't the cleanest strategy, to set up the final for peak performance.
How Van Mathias Reinvented Himself Into an American Record Holder
Q: and first question is why are you betraying the 200 Butterfly Brotherhood and becoming a sprinter?
Van explains that after years in the 200 fly, he felt drawn to sprint events and recognized his strengths in acceleration and shorter races, while acknowledging the tradeoffs and uncertainty of switching events.

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- A data-driven, expert-led swim podcast that blends race analysis, meet previews, and coaching philosophy with behind-the-scenes insights into program development, recruiting, and sport governance. Two hosts provide rapid-fire commentary, breakdowns of major meets, and strategic takeaways, often tying athlete stories to broader trends in NCAA, club, and international swimming. Guests range from elite swimmers and coaches to program directors, offering practical insights for athletes, coaches, and marketers exploring sponsorship opportunities in swimming.

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Recent guests on The SwimSwam Podcast include:

1. Lani Pallister
2. Jake Gibbons
3. Van Mathias
4. Tracy Slusser
5. Josh Matheny
6. Hubi Kos
7. Carson Foster
8. Sam Short

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