
Inside with Brett Hawke
Take an intimate look inside the minds of swimming's highest achievers with one of the world's best swim coaches, Brett Hawke.
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Jun 12, 2024 • 48min
Titmus 200 Free World Record: Inside Australian Trials + US Olympic Preview
Brett, Sonny, and Kurt talk about swimming, including Titmus' 200 Free World Record over her bff Mollie O.
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IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #olympictrials #titmus

Jun 10, 2024 • 39min
Kensey McMahon's Fight Against a 4-Year Ban for a Dialysis Drug Not Found in America
Kensey McMahon opens up about the devastating impact of her four-year ban from swimming after testing positive for Vadadustat, a dialysis drug not FDA approved or available in America. Brett delves into the unexpected events leading to her ban, the challenges she faced in trying to clear her name, and her hopes for policy changes to prevent similar situations for other athletes.
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BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming

Jun 6, 2024 • 52min
Is College Swimming Going Extinct?!
Brett talks with Pat Forde, Sports Illustrated sports journalist, and McGee Moody, former Head Coach of William & Mary and the University of South Carolina. Together, they delve into the profound changes sweeping through NCAA athletics, focusing on how these shifts impact athletes and coaches, as well as the entire sport of swimming. With insights from their extensive careers, they aim to bring clarity to a time of unprecedented transition.
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BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #collegeswimming #ncaa

Jun 3, 2024 • 1h 4min
#386 Honoring Ben: Matt Kredich's Story of Loss, Legislation, and Legacy
In this emotionally powerful interview, Brett sits down with Matt Kredich, the Head Coach of the University of Tennessee swim team.
Matt opens up about the tragic loss of his son, Ben Kredich, and how this heart-wrenching experience has profoundly impacted his life and coaching career. From the initial shock and mourning to the long-term journey of finding purpose, Matt shares his deeply personal story.
The conversation also highlights the successful passage of legislation inspired by Ben’s death, aimed at preventing similar tragedies.
Matt discusses the remarkable resilience and success of his swim team, who achieved extraordinary results despite the challenging circumstances. He offers insights into his coaching philosophy, shaped by his personal experiences, and shares inspiring stories of his athletes' journeys.
Tune in to hear how Matt balances the intense demands of coaching with empathy and understanding, creating a supportive environment for his team.
This interview is a touching blend of personal loss, professional dedication, and the enduring spirit of community and support.
Don't miss this incredible story of turning tragedy into triumph and the lasting legacy of Ben Kredich.
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BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming

May 31, 2024 • 1h 5min
#385 Fighting for Common Sense with Riley Gaines
Brett Hawke speaks with Riley Gaines about her journey from collegiate swimmer to advocate for women's sports. Riley shares her experiences at the U.S. Olympic Trials, the pivotal race against Lia Thomas, and how her faith has guided her through unexpected challenges. She also discusses her recent book, "Swimming Against the Current," and her ongoing efforts to protect women's sports and ensure fairness.
Get her new book here!
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BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #fairplay #womenssports

May 29, 2024 • 59min
#384 Bruno Fratus: Training Secrets, Injury Battles, and Career Reflections
Nobody has broken 22 seconds more times than Bruno Fratus.
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BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #olympics #sprintrevolution

May 24, 2024 • 46min
Herbie Behm Takes Over ASU Swimming, Hires Legend Dave Salo
Two days after winning the NCAA Championship, Bob Bowman became the Head Coach of Texas Swimming. Luckily for Arizona State, they replaced him with Herbie Behm who then went on to hire Dave Salo.
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BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #usaswimming #olympics

May 16, 2024 • 1h 4min
#383 How Brooke Hanson Went from Missing Two Olympic Teams to Winning Silver
Australian Brooke Hanson opens up about her incredible journey from missing two Olympic teams to achieving her dream of standing on the Olympic podium. She shares powerful stories of setbacks, struggles with self-doubt and reinventing herself physically and mentally. Most inspiring are Brooke's reflections on the importance of self-belief and focusing inward rather than outward comparisons. Her story is one of perseverance, spirit and never giving up that will motivate all athletes pursuing their Olympic dreams.
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BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers.
BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #olympics #australia

May 13, 2024 • 1h 2min
#382 The Science of Swimming Fast with Dr. Jan Olbrecht
Renowned coach and physiologist, Dr. Jan Olbrecht, discusses modern approaches to sprint training in swimming, including individualized training programs, aerobic capacity development, recovery strategies, and periodization models. He also explores biomechanics, technique, and optimizing athletes' sprint performance through scientific perspectives and practical guidelines.

May 12, 2024 • 1h 13min
Dive Inside LIVE: Jon Urbanchek Passes Away, Trials Coming Up, & Doping in Swimming
Brett, Sonny, Megs, Kurt, and Nate talk about the hot button items going on in the sport of swimming.
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EO SWIM BETTER: Analyse your stroke technique with eo's SwimBETTER handsets. Go to eolab.com/SwimBETTER, and use code BRETT at checkout to get 9 months free on a single gold annual membership with any handset purchase.
BRATTER PA IMMIGRATION LAW: Exclusive immigration representation of athletes, entrepreneurs, artists, investors, and entertainers.
BEINE WELLNESS BUILDING: Individualize your nutrition with genetic testing and personalized plans. Eat, supplement, and recover based on your genetics.
SWIMSTRONG DRYLAND: SwimStrong Dryland inspires and changes the lives of competitive swimmers through strength and leadership training, motivation and care.
IMAGINE SWIMMING: NYC's Premier Swim School is looking for instructors and coaches! Lessons for all ages, from Baby Swim to adults, along with competitive club teams.
#swimming #olympics #paris2024
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