

Postcards From Paris: Cody Simpson & Katie Hoff
Aug 2, 2024
Cody Simpson, a global singer-songwriter and Olympic hopeful, joins two-time Olympian Katie Hoff for an insightful discussion. They share their journeys of transitioning from music to competitive swimming and the balancing act of pursuing dual passions. The duo reflects on the emotional intensity of Olympic competitions and the camaraderie among athletes, while also offering humorous takes on cultural differences between Australia and the U.S. As they navigate the exciting landscape of the Paris Olympics, they explore the challenges and joys of their athletic and creative pursuits.
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Finding Peace
- Cody Simpson found peace attending the Olympics despite not qualifying.
- Supporting his partner, Emma McKeon's, success helped ease his disappointment.
Slow Times
- This year's Olympic swimming times are unusually slow.
- Swimmers speculate that the shallower-than-standard pool depth might be a factor.
Ninth Lane
- An Olympic first occurred with a ninth lane added to the 4x200 freestyle relay final.
- This was due to a tie for eighth place between Israel and Japan.