The Diving Pod

Indiana University freshman diver Josh Hedberg joins The Diving Pod to share his journey into the sport, his move to Indiana for elite club training, and his commitment to IU. Josh opens up about what it’s like to chase big dreams at a young age and how he’s preparing for the future on one of diving’s biggest stages.

In this episode of The Diving Pod, Heath and Aaron sit down to recap three of the biggest events in the sport this summer—Junior Nationals, World Championships, and the Junior Pan Am Games. From standout dives to breakout performances, they break down the highlights, share their insights on rising stars, and reflect on what these competitions mean for the future of diving in the U.S. and internationally. Whether you’re a coach, athlete, or fan of the sport, this recap delivers an inside look at the action, the athletes, and the storylines shaping the season.

In this episode of The Diving Pod, we reveal our Top 10 U.S. male and female senior divers. From Olympians to NCAA standouts, we break down the athletes shaping the sport — joined by a special guest sharing their own top 10 list and insights.

Espen Bergslien – Building Norway’s Diving Future

In this episode, we sit down with Espen Bergslien, Head Coach of the Norwegian National Diving Team. Espen shares his journey from athlete to national coach, the evolution of diving in Norway, and the challenges and opportunities of developing elite athletes in a smaller diving nation. He offers insight into Norway’s training philosophy. From grassroots development to preparing athletes for the world stage, Espen’s story is one of passion, perseverance, and a commitment to excellence.

In this episode, we sit down with Norwegian national team diver Isak Borslien to talk about his journey in the sport. From discovering diving in Norway to progressing through junior competitions, Isak shares how his love for the sport evolved into an international career. He walks us through his transition into senior-level meets and talks on the upcoming experience of representing Norway at the 2025 World Championships, where he will competed on both 3-meter springboard and platform. Tune in to hear about the mindset, training, and passion it takes to compete on the world stage.

In this episode, we sit down with Tracy Lee, the visionary founder of SWIM (Some Want It More), to discuss an exciting new chapter in diving talent development. Tracy unveils her groundbreaking project — a Diving Combine — designed to reshape how diving coaches discover and evaluate prospective athletes.

Much like the NFL Combine, this event will feature a series of structured drills and skills assessments, allowing divers to showcase their athleticism, technique, and potential in front of college coaches from across the country. Tracy shares the inspiration behind the idea, the format of the event, and why it’s poised to become a game-changer in collegiate diving recruitment.

Whether you’re a coach looking for new scouting opportunities, an athlete eager to get noticed, or a fan of innovation in the sport, this episode offers a sneak peek into what could be the future of diving development.

Don’t miss this inspiring conversation with a leader who’s pushing boundaries and creating opportunities for the next generation of divers.

In this episode of The Diving Pod, we sit down with the legendary Israel Zavaleta, the most decorated male diver in NCAA history. From his humble beginnings to becoming a dominant force in collegiate diving, Israel opens up about his journey, training mentality, and the pivotal moments that shaped his record-breaking career.

In this episode of The Diving Pod, we sit down with Stephanie O'Callaghan, the head diving coach at the University of North Texas. With a deep background in both coaching and athlete development, Coach O'Callaghan shares her journey through the diving world — from her early days in the sport to leading a Division I program.