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Social Kick • Swim Culture & Stories

Social Kick
Swimming
Olympics
World Championships
Breaststroke
Team USA
Olympic Games
Olympic Trials
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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PanPac champion McKenzie Siroky joins Social Kick to break... more

Episode 313 of The Social Kick Podcast features Indiana University sprint coach John Long! Fresh off a historic season where the IU men scored massive points at NCAAs and the women shattered relay records, Coach Long joins Bryan Lundquist and Dr. Joh... more

Episode 312 of The Social Kick Podcast features rising swimming sensation Rowan Cox! Fresh off an incredible performance at US Nationals where he dropped two seconds in the 100 fly to clock a blistering 50.6—finishing third behind Caleb Dressel and I... more

Episode 311 of The Social Kick Podcast features swimming icon and legend Chad le Clos. Fresh off an incredible performance at the Commonwealth Games—where he made history by becoming the most decorated athlete in the games' history—Chad joins the ful... more

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Recent Guests

Chad le Clos
Professional swimmer, Commonwealth Games record holder
Swim athlete
Episode: Chad le Clos’s Epic Swimming Career | Social Kick Ep. 311
João Mescolote
Swim Coach, content creator, and clinician with a background across collegiate programs and clinics
Independent coach / social kick collaborator
Episode: João Mescolote: Behind the Scenes on a 6,500-Mile Swim Tour | Episode 310
Kurt Mills Hanson
Best ever swimming analyst and commentator from Down Under
Episode: Kurt Mills Hanson on Swimming Commentary, Tennis-Style Majors, and Bold Solutions to Fix Swimming. Ep 309
Anna Moesch
Elite swimmer featured guest
Virginia Cavaliers / USA Swimming
Episode: Anna Moesch: The Massive Training Changes Behind Her Record-Breaking Freestyle Surge: Episode 308
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

Hosts

Brian Lundquist
Host of Social Kick with a long-running presence across episodes; frequent co-host in swim culture discussions.
Dr. John Mullen
Co-host and trusted advisor bringing coaching, sports science, and athlete-lifecycle perspectives.
Luke Paddington
Co-host contributing questions and insights across swimming topics; appears in multiple episodes.
Bryan Lundquist
Host of Social Kick; frequent presence discussing swim culture and industry topics.
John Mullin
Guest/host variant; appears across episodes with coaching and veterinary/sports-science insights.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 223 ratings
  • Show has potential

    They have great guests but the hosts just talk over each other and don’t let the guest share their stories. I’m not here for the podcast hosts. I’m here for the guest. Hopefully upcoming shows take this into consideration.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    smith2
    United States17 days ago
  • 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 States6 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Love the guests they have

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam_Vall
    United States6 months ago
  • Great information

    Great to listen to to better your knowledge of the sport

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackson.brownn1
    United States6 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 States10 months ago

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Great balance of elite athlete stories and actionable coaching tips.
Thoughtful guests and practical swimming insights, though some reviews note hosts occasionally talk over guests.
High-quality guest lineup and useful training/nutrition discussions for swimmers.

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Anna Moesch: The Massive Training Changes Behind Her Record-Breaking Freestyle Surge: Episode 308
Q: What is your approach to sets and pacing that prepares you for big meets like Nationals?
I focus on repeatability with sets that build confidence in fast, controlled 100s and 200s, while gradually pushing toward race-specific paces to ensure I can execute under pressure.
Anna Moesch: The Massive Training Changes Behind Her Record-Breaking Freestyle Surge: Episode 308
Q: How has training away from college dorms and managing nutrition impacted your performance?
Living on my own has allowed me to optimize meals and iron intake, which has helped me feel healthier and more prepared for demanding practice blocks.
Anna Moesch: The Massive Training Changes Behind Her Record-Breaking Freestyle Surge: Episode 308
Q: What do you think has contributed most to your recent improvements and the ability to chase world-record pace?
A combination of mindset shift, embracing long-course training with more aerobic work, and a supportive, high-standard coaching environment that pushes me beyond what I thought possible.
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.

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The show centers on elite and community swimming, blending performance insights, training philosophy, coaching perspectives, and industry shifts like NIL, sponsorships, and competition formats. Episodes routinely feature world-class swimmers, coaches, and industry voices who share practical tips, behind-the-scenes realities, and candid personal stories. A recurring strength is the ability to connect high-performance concepts with relatable training habits and community-focused initiatives, making it useful for athletes, coaches, and brands seeking deeper engagement with the swim world. Noteworthy angles include mental health, athlete empowerment, and new formats or business models shaping the sport, which helps listeners understand both on-... more

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4. Anna Moesch
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6. Liberty Clark
7. Grant House
8. John Mullen

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