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Social Kick • Swim Culture & Stories

Social Kick
Swimming
Olympics
World Championships
Breaststroke
Team USA
Olympic Trials
Olympic Games
NCAA Championships
Swimming Training
Backstroke
NCAA
Open Water Swimming
Distance Swimming
Mental Health
NCAA Swimming
Swimming Community
Tokyo Olympics
Ncaas
Swimming Techniques
World Cup

The Social Kick Podcast dives into the world of swimming — from Olympic legends to everyday athletes.Authentic, funny, and insightful conversations that bring the swim community together.🏊‍♂️ Hosted by swimmers, for swimmers.

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Latest Episodes

Elite swimmer Anna Moesch returns to the Social Kick podcast for episode 308 to break down her massive athletic leap over the past year, including winning an NCAA title in the 200 free and clocking a blistering 51-second 100 free.

Join hosts Bryan L... more

How does a former 800 freestyler from Fiji become an 18-second 50 freestyler in one of the fastest sprint environments in the NCAA? In this episode of the Social Kick Podcast, Arizona State University's Tolu Young shares his incredible journey from t... more

How does a multi-sport athlete who trained in the pool just 2 to 4 times a week become one of the fastest freestylers in the NCAA? In this episode of the Social Kick Podcast, we sit down with Indiana University sensation Liberty Clark to unpack her w... more

Australia’s distance freestyle king has returned! Fresh off a historic performance at the 2026 Australian Trials—where he became the first man since Grant Hackett to sweep the 200m, 400m, 800m, and 1500m Freestyles—Samuel Short joins the Social Kick ... more

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Recent Guests

Tolu Young
ASU swimmer, ultra sprint specialist
Arizona State University (ASU)
Episode: From Fiji to 18 Seconds: ASU's Tolu Young on "Ultra Sprint" & The McEvoy Method | Episode 306
Liberty Clark
Swimmer and Indiana University athlete; daughter of a swim coach and Olympic medalist
Indiana University
Episode: Liberty Clark: How 4-Day-a-Week Training Built a 1:39 200 Freestyler | Episode 305
Grant House
Father of NIL, lead plaintiff in House v. NCAA, entrepreneur
ASU, NIL initiatives
Episode: Grant House on NIL, Enhanced Games & the Future of Swimming | Episode 303
John Mullen
Doctor, joining the conversation as a trusted advisor
Episode: Grant House on NIL, Enhanced Games & the Future of Swimming | Episode 303
Josh Matheny
Breaststroke specialist and Olympic swimmer
Indiana University (IU) / Pro swimmer
Episode: The Secret to Josh Matheny's Breaststroke (And Why He Breathes Like That!) | Episode 302
Van Mathias
Sprint swimmer and university athlete expanding into pro circuit, balancing a full-time job
University of Indiana / Pro swimmer
Episode: Van Mathias on Sprint Swimming, Heavy Lifting & Balancing a Full-Time Job | Episode 301
Anna Peplowski
Olympic silver medalist swimmer
USA Swimming|Pro swimmer
Episode: Anna Peplowski on Pro Swimmer Salaries, The 200 Free Boom & LA 2028 | Episode 300
Tom Shields
Olympic swimmer and coach
Tom Shields Aquatics / Coaches clinics in CA
Episode: Underwater Masterclass & Beyond: Tom Shields on Clinics, Surfing, and Mental Health | Episode 299
Julian Koch
Standout sprinter, Pitt transfer portal athlete
Pitt (formerly) / Transfer portal entrant
Episode: Julian Koch on the Transfer Portal, 20lbs of Muscle, and Finding a New Home| Episode 296

Hosts

Brian Lundquist
Host of Social Kick with a focus on swim culture and storytelling; frequently leads conversations with athletes and coaches.
Bryan Lundquist
Co-host and core voice on culture, recruitment, and behind-the-scenes aspects of swimming.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 222 ratings
  • Best podcast

    I love listening to them even as a person who is just interested in the sport but they are for sure expanding the sport

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Davis_drt
    United States5 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Love the guests they have

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam_Vall
    United States5 months ago
  • Great information

    Great to listen to to better your knowledge of the sport

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackson.brownn1
    United States5 months ago
  • Wonderful podcast

    I watched a ton of the clips on Instagram and then I listened to an episode and I really like the podcast. As a swimmer, this is such a cool podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Navarre Baharestan
    United States8 months ago
  • The best podcast ever

    So fun to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eddie6767
    Canada8 months ago

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High-quality guests and in-depth swim conversations.
Strong community feel and practical takeaways for athletes.
Makes technical swim topics approachable for all listeners.
Great balance of culture, training, and personal stories.
Energetic and authentic, keeps me hooked episode after episode.

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Liberty Clark: How 4-Day-a-Week Training Built a 1:39 200 Freestyler | Episode 305
Q: How did IU's program change your training and how much input did you have in your freshman year?
She describes a collaborative dynamic with her coach where she could voice needs and adjust plans, moving from lower-volume training to a targeted conditioning phase and then to more specific workouts.
Liberty Clark: How 4-Day-a-Week Training Built a 1:39 200 Freestyler | Episode 305
Q: What was your introduction to swimming and how did your family influence it?
Liberty explains that her mom was an Olympic medalist and her dad a coach, which gave her early exposure to elite training and an expectation for athletic achievement, shaping her approach to swimming from a young age.
From Fiji to 18 Seconds: ASU's Tolu Young on "Ultra Sprint" & The McEvoy Method | Episode 306
Q: What's the biggest challenge in making a 53 breakout or a fast 50?
Key challenges include maintaining breakout speed and streamlining turns, while keeping a long, powerful stroke and catching water effectively; staying connected and executing the underwater portions well are crucial to avoid loss of momentum.
From Fiji to 18 Seconds: ASU's Tolu Young on "Ultra Sprint" & The McEvoy Method | Episode 306
Q: What is the McEvoy Method and how did it influence your training?
The McEvoy Method emphasizes targeted, high-intensity efforts with careful management of volume and CNS fatigue; Tolu describes adopting the method with attention to not overdoing it, learning to recover, and benefiting from improved water catch and efficiency.
From Fiji to 18 Seconds: ASU's Tolu Young on "Ultra Sprint" & The McEvoy Method | Episode 306
Q: How did you transition from a Fiji club swimmer to an ultra-sprint competitor at ASU?
He started in Fiji at a young age, shifted from breaststroke to distance events, and then discovered sprinting potential after a Grand Prix meet performance—leading to movement towards ASU where he could specialize and grow within a high-performance sprint group.

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A lively, athlete-centered show that blends deep dives into competitive swimming with behind-the-scenes culture, training philosophies, and personal journey stories. Episodes frequently feature collegiate and national-level swimmers, coaches, and industry founders, offering practical takeaways on training, transfers, NIL, team culture, and race strategy. Listeners can expect candid anecdotes, actionable coaching insights, and a strong emphasis on identity, leadership, and the evolving landscape of swim culture. A notable strength is the blend of elite athletic perspectives with entrepreneurship and media production, giving the podcast broad appeal to competitors, coaches, and swim fans looking for both technical depth and entertaining story... more

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6. Van Mathias
7. Anna Peplowski
8. Tom Shields

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