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Unfiltered Waters

Katie Hoff
Swimming
Olympics
Mental Health
Olympic Games
Olympic Trials
Team USA
Figure Skating
Paralympics
USA Swimming
World Championships
Tokyo Olympics
NCAA Championships
University Of Texas
Olympic Swimming
Dream Recovery
Transitioning From Sports
Carson Foster
Family Support
Paris Olympics
Athlete Identity

Welcome to the Unfiltered Waters Podcast, where we dive deep into the untold stories of athletes. Our podcast is led by the wisdom, experience, and perspective of Olympic Medalist Katie Hoff. 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... more

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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Elizabeth Beisel and Todd Anderson fill in for Katie Hoff, a week from having her baby girl, and sit down with Team USA breaststroker McKenzie Siroky right before the Pan Pacific Championships. She's coming off a... more

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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Elizabeth Beisel and Todd Anderson fill in for Katie Hoff, about a week out from giving birth, and sit down with Olympic medalist Katharine Berkoff right before the Pan Pacific Championships. She's coming off a h... more

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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Elizabeth Beisel and Todd Anderson fill in for Katie Hoff, about a week out from giving birth to her daughter, and sit down with Emma Weyant ahead of the Pan Pacific Championships. It has been a strange year for ... more

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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Todd Anderson hosts alongside Elizabeth Beisel, filling in for Katie Hoff, a week out from giving birth. They sit down with world record holder Kate Douglass, recorded the week before Pan Pacs 2026 and airing dur... more

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Recent Guests

Kate Douglass
Five-time Olympic medalist and a two-time Olympian from Tokyo 2020 and Paris 2024.
Team USA
Episode: Kate Douglass
Gretchen Walsh
Elite swimmer and NCAA competitor.
University of Virginia Swim Team
Episode: Gretchen Walsh
Devon Allen
Multi-sport athlete, Olympian (Rio 2016, Tokyo 2021), former NFL wide receiver
University of Oregon; Philadelphia Eagles (formerly)
Episode: Devon Allen
Becky Adlington
Double Olympic gold medalist, two-time Olympian, former world record holder; mom, entrepreneur, broadcaster
Speedo athlete (mentioned in episode)
Episode: Rebecca Adlington
Allison Schmitt
Ten-time Olympic medalist, four-time Olympian, former world record holder, American swimming champion
United States Swimming / Olympic Athlete
Episode: Allison Schmitt
Devin McCourty
NFL player, Patriots safety
New England Patriots
Episode: Devin McCourty
Sonia Chase
Former WNBA player, entrepreneur, philanthropist
Former WNBA, Chase Your Dreams Enterprises
Episode: Sonia Chase
Meghan Dressel
Caeleb Dressel's wife and mom
Dressel Family
Episode: Caeleb & Meghan Dressel: Mother's Day Special
Daniel Wiffen
Olympic swimmer from Ireland
Cal Bears swimmer; Olympic champion
Episode: Daniel Wiffen

Host

Katie Hoff
Host of Unfiltered Waters; former Olympic swimmer

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 637 ratings
  • Consistent and great conversations!

    Thanks to Katie and Missy for producing such great content through many of life’s changes. I appreciate your podcast and your contribution to the conversation about swimming!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kaffrinn
    United States7 months ago
  • Too many repeats

    Initially I loved this podcast. I’m a former D1 swimmer, now I swim masters. I loved hearing about all the athletes, especially from the non swimmers. But now it’s just a continuous repeat of UVA/Texas/Olympians. How many times do we need to hear from the Walsh sisters? There have to be other people with compelling stories.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Swimwendy92
    United States8 months ago
  • Not in the club

    I wanted to like this podcast, however, I was disappointed with each episode because of poor interviewing skills—lack of depth in the questions, no lead-in for the listeners. I ended up being confused hearing some of the stories they were telling because I wasn’t sure what they were referencing. Being a former swimmer, I would’ve loved this podcast years ago, but now I feel like I’m too old and I have no idea what they’re talking about. They need to include more background and explanations simp... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Kolti1111
    United Statesa year ago
  • Absolutely the best

    I have been listening since the beginning and have never been disappointed by Missy, Katie or Beisel. They are all such legends in the sport. They know how to bring a smile to anyone’s face with their fun loving personalities! I love how they get to know each swimmer so personally. And, to them if they are reading this, please get Lèon Marchand and Ilya Kharun on!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    29HAMILTONWroteTheOther51
    Canadaa year ago
  • A tremendous podcast!

    This podcast is a highlight of the week. I so look forward to each episode dropping and seeing who they’ll have on next. I love the mix of guests they’ve had so far, but am looking forward to more of the swimming stars of the past. Thanks for all you do to elevate swimming a little higher.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SVS8701
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners praise depth, warmth, and vulnerability in guests.
Audience often mentions mental health and wellness discussions as standout parts.
Many say hosts research well and ask thoughtful questions that draw out personal stories.
Critiques note some episodes feel repetitive or overly technical for non-elite audiences.
Fans appreciate diverse guest mix and practical, life-focused insights.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Rebecca Adlington
Q: What was your driver and your source of joy if it wasn't the competition and like kind of getting the high of the win?
Becky says she aimed to better her time and valued personal improvement over podium position, noting that even bronze in London held no disappointment if she had improved her 800m time compared to Beijing, and she preferred focusing on progress over winning.
Squad Energy (NCAA Women)
Q: What traditions or rituals do you rely on to get ready for finals and big meets?
The athletes describe team huddles, event-group focused warmups, prayer circles, and loud pre-race music as ways to build focus and camaraderie before finals.
Meet Team USA Figure Skating: Emily Chan and Spencer Howe
Q: What do you do to prepare mentally and physically on competition day?
They have a warm-up routine, take naps, pray, and focus on relaxation techniques prior to competing.
Meet Team USA Figure Skating: Emily Chan and Spencer Howe
Q: How do you keep composure in stressful competitions?
They rely on their training and create a routine to fall back on during stressful moments.
Meet Team USA Figure Skating: Andrew Torgashev
Q: What is one label that you dislike kind of being placed around figure skating?
Figure skating is very judgmental, and that takes away from the beauty of the sport.

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Unfiltered Waters centers on authentic conversations with elite athletes, coaches, and multi-disciplinary performers, with a strong focus on swimming, mental health, leadership, and life beyond competition. Guests range from Olympic champions and NCAA coaches to athletes exploring entrepreneurship and parenthood, offering candid stories about training, mindset, and post-competition identity. The hosts bring warmth, practical insights, and a human-centered approach, making complex athletic journeys approachable for a broad audience. Noteworthy elements include deep dives into mental wellness, team culture, and the realities of balancing high-performance careers with family life, which can be especially compelling for brands focused on wellne... more

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Recent guests on Unfiltered Waters include:

1. Kate Douglass
2. Gretchen Walsh
3. Devon Allen
4. Becky Adlington
5. Allison Schmitt
6. Devin McCourty
7. Sonia Chase
8. Meghan Dressel

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