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Social Kick • Swim Culture & Stories

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

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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In this episode of Social Kick, Olympic swimmer David Johnston opens up about his recent decision to transfer from Texas to Florida, diving deep into the realities of navigating the transfer portal, and Name, Image, and Likeness (NIL) deals in colleg... more

In this episode of Social Kick, Bryan Lundquist and Dr. John Mullen sit down with Indiana University’s breakout freshman sensation, Josh Bey. After a monster first year that saw him drop 5 seconds in his 200 breaststroke to become the #8 all-time per... more

In this episode of the Social Kick Podcast, we welcome back NCAA Champion and Polish Olympian Kacper Stokowski. Known for his legendary celebrations and underwater dominance at NC State, Kacper is now pivoting his competitive drive into the world of ... more

In this episode of the Social Kick Podcast, we sit down with Sean Kao, the founder and mastermind behind Aquatic Sports Performance (ASP). Sean has revolutionized the way elite swimmers approach the weight room, training some of the fastest athletes ... more

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Recent Guests

Josh Bey
Breast Stroke Sensation
Indiana University (IU)
Episode: The Josh Bey "Barracuda" Mentality: From Freshman Struggles to NCAA SilverJosh Bey | Episode 293
Kacper Stokowski
Founder of Level Up, mentor platform for athletes
Level Up Mentorship
Episode: Kacper Stokowski on Leveling Up Athlete Mentorship & The Future of NIL | Episode 293
Sean Kao
Founder of Aquatic Sports Performance (ASP)
Aquatic Sports Performance
Episode: How Sean Kao Built ASP: From a Parents' Garage to Training the World’s Best Swimmers | Ep. 291
Daniel Wiffen
Olympic Champion and world record holder
Athlete
Episode: NCAA Format Shakeup: Why We Need B-Finals Back & The Combined 6-Day "Dream Meet" | Episode 292
Riley Erisman
Swimmer/coach/athlete
Athlete
Episode: NCAA Format Shakeup: Why We Need B-Finals Back & The Combined 6-Day "Dream Meet" | Episode 292
Claire Weinstein
Swimmer
Athlete
Episode: NCAA Format Shakeup: Why We Need B-Finals Back & The Combined 6-Day "Dream Meet" | Episode 292
Tegan O'Dell
Swimmer/coach
Athlete
Episode: NCAA Format Shakeup: Why We Need B-Finals Back & The Combined 6-Day "Dream Meet" | Episode 292
Isabelle Stadden
Elite swimmer transitioning from Cal to Virginia
Virginia Cavaliers Swimming
Episode: Isabelle Stadden: UVA Reset, Breaking a 5-Year Plateau & The "Traumatic" Murphy Sets | Ep. 290
Anastasia Gorbenko
International swim star and Louisville Cardinal
Louisville Cardinals (University of Louisville)
Episode: Anastasia Gorbenko on IM Training, Pro to NCAA Transition & Breaststroke Flip Turns | Ep. 289

Hosts

Brian Lundquist
Host with long-running involvement in the show; central figure in discussing swim culture and training
Dr. John Mullen
Co-host and expert voice on performance, athlete wellness, and psychology in swimming
Luke Paddington
Co-host offering lighthearted, culture-focused perspectives and swimmer community insights

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 219 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 States2 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Love the guests they have

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sam_Vall
    United States2 months ago
  • Great information

    Great to listen to to better your knowledge of the sport

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jackson.brownn1
    United States2 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 States6 months ago
  • The best podcast ever

    So fun to listen to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eddie6767
    Canada6 months ago

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Fantastic show for fans and aspiring swimmers; high-energy guests and practical takeaways
Great source for training ideas, culture, and motivation in the swim community
Lively, insightful conversations with authentic stories from swimmers and coaches

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The Josh Bey "Barracuda" Mentality: From Freshman Struggles to NCAA SilverJosh Bey | Episode 293
Q: What was the turning point in your freshman year?
A December meeting with his coach, parents, and strength coach helped him realize he could compete with the top swimmers, leading to a shift in effort, focus, and ultimately faster times.
Isabelle Stadden: UVA Reset, Breaking a 5-Year Plateau & The "Traumatic" Murphy Sets | Ep. 290
Q: How did you handle the pressure of competition after such a reset, and what mindset helped you perform at Westmont?
Isabelle explains adopting a low-pressure, team-first mindset, trusting the training, and focusing on maintaining rhythm and control, which translated into faster times and a more relaxed competitive demeanor.
Isabelle Stadden: UVA Reset, Breaking a 5-Year Plateau & The "Traumatic" Murphy Sets | Ep. 290
Q: What did the early weeks of training look like under the new coach, and how did that set you up for success?
She describes a shift to longer aerobic work, then a move into doubles with emphasis on endurance, which built a sustainable base and improved race tempo and underwaters.
Isabelle Stadden: UVA Reset, Breaking a 5-Year Plateau & The "Traumatic" Murphy Sets | Ep. 290
Q: What caused the transition from Cal to Virginia, and how did that environment impact you?
Isabelle discusses how changing environments and coaching changed her training approach, helped reset a long plateau, and allowed her to refocus on enjoyment and long-term growth rather than short-term results.
Daniel & Nathan Wiffen: The 15-Hour Recovery Secret Behind 1500m Greatness | Social Kick Ep. 288
Q: Who wins one on one in Call of Duty between the two of you?
Nathan notes he used to play professionally and would beat Daniel in head-to-head matches, with both sides acknowledging a future friendly competition.

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This show centers on the swimming world, blending athlete journeys, coaching insights, and culture within the sport. Episodes commonly feature elite and collegiate swimmers, coaches, and rising talents discussing training philosophies, mental resilience, performance breakthroughs, and the realities of balancing academics, careers, and life outside the pool. Listeners get practical takeaways on technique, mindset, and program culture, plus candid stories that highlight identity, motivation, and community within swimming. A notable strength is its approachable, conversation-driven format that pairs in-depth technical chat with personal anecdotes, making it appealing to athletes, coaches, recruiters, and fans who love behind-the-scenes stories... more

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2. Kacper Stokowski
3. Sean Kao
4. Daniel Wiffen
5. Riley Erisman
6. Claire Weinstein
7. Tegan O'Dell
8. Isabelle Stadden

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