Step onto the lush fairways and into the world of golf with our latest episode of The Winged “O” Podcast. In this captivating installment, we are joined by none other than member and rising star of the San Francisco golfing scene, Daniel Connolly. 

Join host Bonta Hill as he delves into Connolly’s golfing origins, tracing his steps from those early swings as a Junior member at Lakeside to his current status as a standout golfer, his time spent as a caddy during the 2021 U.S Women’s Open hosted on our famed Lake Course and his decision to remain as an elite amateur.

Whether you are an avid golfer or simply curious about the dedication and skill required to excel in this sport, this episode promises an engaging conversation full of wisdom and passion. Get ready to be inspired by Connolly’s journey, his insights and his unwavering drive to conquer the greens and life's challenges, one swing at a time. 

The Olympic Club || Est. 1860 || Membership by Invitation Only

CITY CLUBHOUSE
524 Post Street
San Francisco, Calif. 94102
415.345.5100

LAKESIDE
599 Skyline Boulevard
San Francisco, Calif. 94132
415.404.4300

Dive into the exhilarating world of open water swimming with a captivating episode featuring the Club’s 2022 Olympian Award recipient, Catherine Breed. In this installment of The Winged “O” Podcast, host Bonta Hill sits down with Breed to unravel the depths of her passion for open water swimming and the extraordinary experiences she has encountered along her aquatic journey – most recently, setting the new relay record for the North Channel swim with her OC open water teammates. 

Join us as Hill explores Breed’s early beginnings, the events that ignited her love for open water, and her accounts of encountering powerful currents, marine life and unpredictable weather conditions. Throughout the episode, we gain insight into the mental and physical preparation required to undertake epic swims that test the boundaries of human capability.  

From Breed's first daring strokes in local lakes to conquering treacherous ocean crossings, her stories will leave you in awe of her unyielding determination and unwavering spirit. 

The Olympic Club || Est. 1860 || Membership by Invitation Only

CITY CLUBHOUSE
524 Post Street
San Francisco, Calif. 94102
415.345.5100

LAKESIDE
599 Skyline Boulevard
San Francisco, Calif. 94132
415.404.4300

In our first full-length episode of The Winged “O” Podcast, host Bonta Hill has the honor of speaking with Nathan Adrian, Club member and one of the most decorated Olympians of our time. 

Throughout the episode, Hill reflects on Adrian’s introduction to swimming, his awe-inspiring performances at multiple Olympic Games, the opportunities that prompted him to join The Olympic Club, his successful battle with testicular cancer, and his newest challenge: fatherhood! 

In this episode, Hill also explores Adrian’s work outside the pool with his various philanthropic efforts and the impact he has made beyond his athletic achievements – including his most recent experience at the Club’s annual Aquatics Showcase in partnership with The Olympic Club Foundation. 

Join us as we dive into the extraordinary life and athletic career of Adrian, who has captivated the world, reminding us all that with determination, unwavering spirit and an indomitable will, anything is possible. 

The Olympic Club || Est. 1860 || Membership by Invitation Only

CITY CLUBHOUSE
524 Post Street
San Francisco, Calif. 94102
415.345.5100

LAKESIDE
599 Skyline Boulevard
San Francisco, Calif. 94132
415.404.4300

We welcome you to The Winged “O” Podcast, a podcast highlighting stories from and about Olympic Club members, past and present. This series highlights exceptional members of the Club to recognize their accomplishments, while also including information about Club projects, events, and other news that impacts the membership. We hope this new offering enhances the member experience by providing another avenue to learn more about their Club!

Welcome to The Winged “O” Podcast.

In this short trailer, we introduce you to podcast hosts Bonta Hill and Katie Hafner, helping Olympians get to know them better and laying the foundations of the podcast.

We will bring you a new podcast at least once a month, featuring a wide variety of guests. As one of the oldest amateur athletic clubs in the country, with over 160 years of history to draw from and 11,000 members, we look forward to talking to people from many different sports and backgrounds — golfers, swimmers, basketball players and everything in between. We are lining up an exciting slate of guests and will give you an enjoyable half-hour listen!

We hope everyone learns a little bit more about what is going on at the Club and gets inspired from our chats. We want you (and us!) to get to know the Club better with every episode. Thank you to all the staff and members who have helped get the podcast on the air!

The Olympic Club || Est. 1860 || Membership by Invitation Only

CITY CLUBHOUSE
524 Post Street
San Francisco, Calif. 94102
415.345.5100

LAKESIDE
599 Skyline Boulevard
San Francisco, Calif. 94132
415.404.4300