In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel bring you the men’s edition of “Squad Energy,” sitting down with some of the biggest names in NCAA swimming, Josh Liendo (Florida), Ilya Kharun (Arizona State), Thomas Heilman (Virginia), and Jack Aikins (Virginia), just before the NCAA Championships.

From team traditions and pre-meet routines to trash talk, nerves, and what makes each program unique, this conversation dives into the mindset and culture behind some of the fastest swimmers in the world. You will hear about Florida’s grit, Arizona State’s brotherhood, and Virginia’s energy driven culture, along with the pressure, excitement, and confidence that come with racing on the biggest stage in college swimming.

More than just performances, this episode pulls back the curtain on the personalities behind the blocks, how these athletes handle nerves, support their teammates, and define success when everything is on the line. This is the energy, the culture, and the mindset that fuels NCAA swimming at its highest level.
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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with some of the biggest names in NCAA swimming, Claire Curzan (Virginia), Lucy Bell (Stanford), Alex Shackell (Indiana), Caroline Bricker (Stanford), Katie Grimes (Virginia), and Bella Sims (Michigan), for a conversation centered around one theme, trusting your gut.

From navigating transfers and major life decisions to overcoming injuries, rebuilding confidence, and rediscovering their love for the sport, each athlete shares the real moments that shaped their journey. Whether it is finding the right environment, staying when things get tough, or learning to believe in yourself again, this episode dives into the mindset behind elite performance and the courage it takes to follow your own path.
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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel sit down with four of the biggest names in NCAA swimming: Anna Moesch (Virginia), Torri Huske (Stanford), Jillian Cox (Texas), and Camille Spink (Tennessee) for a special “Squad Energy” edition filmed just days before the NCAA Championships. From pre-meet traditions and team speeches to accountability, leadership, and what truly makes a championship culture, each athlete shares what drives their team behind the scenes. You’ll hear about Virginia’s push for history, Stanford’s resilience, Texas’s family-first mentality, and Tennessee’s unmatched energy on deck, all while getting a glimpse into the personalities, routines, and moments that fuel performance when it matters most. This is the side of NCAA swimming you don’t always see: the chemistry, the culture, and the squad energy that powers it all.
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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff and Elizabeth Beisel break down the full Men’s NCAA Swimming & Diving Championship preview from poolside at Georgia Tech—covering team projections, key storylines, and the races that could decide the meet. With Texas projected to lead, the real battle heats up behind them as Florida, Arizona State, Indiana, and Cal fight for second in one of the deepest fields in recent memory. The duo dives into the impact of the B final format changes, relay strategy, and how momentum from the women’s meet could carry into the men’s competition. From breakout freshmen to returning stars like Hubert Kos, Josh Liendo, and Ilya Kharun, this episode highlights who to watch, what to expect, and why this year’s NCAA meet could be one of the most competitive yet.
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In this special solo episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff brings you a full NCAA Women’s Swimming Championship preview from the pool deck at Georgia Tech, breaking down team projections, top storylines, and the biggest changes heading into one of the fastest meets of the year. From UVA’s pursuit of a historic sixth title to the battle between Stanford, Texas, and Michigan, Katie dives into the athletes, races, and records that could define the meet. She also unpacks the controversial elimination of the B final, what it means for scoring and exposure, and why this year’s ESPN broadcast could shape the future of the sport. If you want to understand what’s at stake, who to watch, and how this meet could shift NCAA swimming moving forward, this is your complete guide.
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In this special “Fish Outta Water” edition of Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down with a group of elite swimmers to talk about something other than swimming. Recorded during the USA Swimming Pro Swim Series in Austin, this episode highlights the passions, hobbies, and talents that these athletes pursue outside the pool. From Carson Foster embracing life as a devoted dog dad, to Matt King designing and handcrafting luxury leather bags, Luke Hobson chasing trophy bass on the water, and Becca Mann building a career as a published author, the conversations reveal the creative, curious, and human sides of athletes we usually only see behind the blocks. It’s a reminder that the best performers aren’t defined by a single pursuit—and that having passions beyond sport can make athletes stronger, more balanced, and more fulfilled both in and out of the water.
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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie Hoff sits down in Austin, Texas with legendary swim coach Bob Bowman — former U.S. Olympic Team Head Coach, head coach of Texas Men’s Swimming & Diving, and mentor to multiple Olympic champions and world record holders. Bob reflects on the past year of NCAA championships, coaching pros like Summer McIntosh and Leon Marchand, navigating NIL and roster limits in college swimming, and the evolving landscape of USA Swimming. He opens up about coaching philosophy, visualization techniques, leading under pressure, building championship culture, relay strategy, recruiting in the transfer portal era, and what it truly means to be a professional athlete. From piano performance and book recommendations to behind-the-scenes stories about Michael Phelps and elite training sets, this conversation reveals the mindset behind one of the most influential coaches in swimming history.
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In this episode of Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down with USA Swimming CEO Kevin Ring at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center in Colorado Springs to mark his first 100 days in the role and break down the future of USA Swimming. Kevin shares the organization’s newly approved mission, vision, values, and four key pillars, dives into the 2026 budget deficit and why increased national team investment and bringing Pan Pacs to the U.S. are strategic moves ahead of LA 2028, and explains how USA Swimming plans to grow membership, strengthen partnerships, elevate athlete performance, and improve the fan experience. From transparency around financial decisions to athlete support, governance, and long-term strategy beyond LA28, this is an in-depth look at where USA Swimming stands now and where it’s headed next.
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In the next episode of Meet Team USA Figure Skating (Frozen Waters), a special mini-series from Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down with Isabeau Levito, 2024 World silver medalist and 2023 U.S. National champion, for a candid conversation about expectations, confidence, and staying true to herself on the road to the Olympics. Isabeau reflects on the pressure of being “one of the expected spots,” the difference between skating because you get to versus because you have to, and how learning to sit with expectations has shaped her growth. She opens up about not giving up on hard days, building a strong ballet foundation, and why being a “fighter” matters more than perfection. Playful, self-aware, and unapologetically authentic—yes, her word is “diva”—this conversation closes out Frozen Waters as a deeper look at the journeys, identities, and inner lives of Team USA figure skaters on the road to the Games.
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In the next episode of Meet Team USA Figure Skating (Frozen Waters), a special mini-series from Unfiltered Waters, Katie sits down with Emily Chan and Spencer Howe, two-time Four Continents silver medalists and one of Team USA’s Olympic pairs teams. Emily and Spencer reflect on the emotional roller coaster of nationals, bouncing back from a rough short program to secure their Olympic spot, and the injuries and setbacks that nearly derailed their journey. They open up about the power of routine under pressure, the level of trust required to throw and catch at full speed, and how eight years of partnership have shaped their grit, compassion, and faith. From “faith over fear” to skating with joy, this conversation continues the heart of Frozen Waters—a closer look at the journeys, identities, and inner lives of Team USA figure skaters on the road to the Games.
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