Night Swim Podcast

Two-time Olympic gold medalist Hunter Armstrong joins the Night Swim Podcast for an unfiltered conversation about his decision to step away from traditional Olympic swimming and fully embrace his new chapter with the Enhanced Games.Hunter explains why he chose to retire from conventional swimming, what he enjoys about the freedom and opportunities offered by the Enhanced Games, and how his experience has changed his perspective on athlete health, performance, and life beyond competition. He also discusses his rapid rise from a late-blooming swimmer to an Olympic champion, his experience at West Virginia and Ohio State, and what it takes to reach the highest level of the sport.The conversation goes beyond Hunter’s career, touching on USA Swimming, the challenges facing age-group swimmers, the cost of competitive swimming, team culture, and the future of the sport. Plus, Hunter shares his thoughts on the upcoming Enhanced Games events, his life outside the pool, and whether a return to traditional competition could ever be possible.Is Hunter Armstrong opening a new chapter for himself—and could his decision signal a bigger shift in professional swimming?Tune in for the full conversation with Hunter Armstrong on the Night Swim Podcast!🏊 Subscribe to Night Swim for more athlete interviews, swimming news, and unfiltered conversations about the future of swimming.#HunterArmstrong #EnhancedGames #Swimming #NightSwim #OlympicSwimming

The lifeguards are on, and the Night Swim boys are back with another packed episode! This week, Dax and Elvis dive into some of the biggest conversations happening in swimming, from college team controversies and coaching decisions to NIL deals, athlete performance, and the future of the sport.The guys discuss the reported hazing situation at Texas A&M and debate where team bonding ends and hazing begins. They also react to Bob Bowman’s growing social media presence, question what coaches should be using their platforms for, and discuss the uncertain future of the legendary Indian River swimming program.Adam Peaty is back in the conversation as the hosts question whether having too much muscle is really behind his recent struggles. They also break down Matt Richards reportedly joining Florida for one semester in a major NIL deal, raising questions about the growing influence of money in college swimming and whether the current system is getting out of control.Then it's time to revisit the Short Course World Trials. Kate Douglass and Jack Alexy deliver two of the standout performances, Caeleb Dressel sparks another debate about whether he's truly back, and the guys discuss Simone Manuel's path to the team, Gretchen Walsh's performances, and what these results mean for American swimming.And finally, the conversation turns to technique, race footage, and why swimmers may be spending too much time conditioning and not enough time studying their own performances. Should more teams be recording practices and holding film sessions like football programs?Like, share, and subscribe, join the Night Swim membership, and get involved in the conversation. Let us know what you think in the comments!Night Swim is always right.

On this episode of Night Swim, we’re joined by Thomas Heilman of the University of Virginia to talk college swimming, the College Swimming League (CSL), training philosophy, and UVA’s ambitions to become an NCAA powerhouse on the men’s side.Thomas shares his experience competing in the CSL, why the electric atmosphere and fast-paced format make the meets exciting, and how racing multiple events in a short period challenges swimmers. We also discuss his development as a young swimmer, setting a national age-group record at 14, and how race-specific training, lower yardage, great training partners, and attention to technical details helped shape his career.We get into UVA’s training environment under coaches Todd DeSorbo, Gary Taylor, and Tyler Fenwick, the dynamic between the men’s and women’s teams, and why the UVA men believe they can compete for an NCAA team championship in the coming years. Plus, we debate whether swimming and diving should be separate sports, discuss celebrations in the pool, and look ahead at the athletes who could make a major impact this season.Can the UVA men take the next step and challenge the traditional NCAA powerhouses? Is the CSL changing college swimming for the better? And what does it take to build a championship team?Join the conversation, like the video, subscribe to Night Swim, and become part of the Night Swim community! Members, check the YouTube Community tab for information about joining our WhatsApp group and getting involved.Night Swim is always right. 🏊‍♂️

The Night Swim boys are back with another packed episode covering swimmer agents and managers, college swimming, controversial taper theories, race strategy, and technique! Dax and Elvis discuss whether swimmers really need agents to manage their careers or if they should focus on building their own brands first. They break down sponsorship opportunities, social media marketing, and why athletes need to create value beyond simply winning medals.The boys recap the latest UVA meet, including Gretchen Walsh’s incredible short-course 50 freestyle world record, Kate Douglass’s strong performances, and Jordan Crooks making noise in the pool. They also share their thoughts on the College Swimming League (CSL), praising its exciting atmosphere, creative production, and efforts to make swimming more entertaining for fans.Plus, the debate gets heated as the boys discuss Summer McIntosh’s claim that she was over-tapered for the Pan Pacific Championships. Is over-tapering a real issue, or is it simply a matter of training, rest, and preparation? The conversation continues with Cam McEvoy’s short-course meter performances, where the boys break down race strategy, pacing, and why committing to speed early can make all the difference.And, of course, the boys revisit why Night Swim Is Always Right, reflecting on their past takes and predictions. The episode also dives into technique, speed development, and the importance of training with a clear purpose rather than simply chasing more yardage.From swimmer sponsorships to controversial coaching decisions, league innovation, and the details that separate good swimmers from great ones, this episode is full of strong opinions and swimming analysis you won’t want to miss. Tune in for another honest, entertaining discussion from the Night Swim crew!

Flynn Southam is back for Part 2 of his Night Swim Podcast interview! The conversation gets even deeper as Flynn discusses sprint training, the importance of balancing speed across the 50, 100, and 200 freestyle, and his unfinished business in the 200. The crew also talks about the future of professional swimming, the return of the ISL, athlete payments, and the need for more personality and rivalries in the sport. Flynn shares why he wants swimmers to embrace pressure, talk confidently, and back it up in the pool. Plus, the group pitches a showdown-style podcast featuring some of the biggest names in the 100 freestyle, including Jack Alexy. Is swimming ready for more trash talk and real rivalries? Watch Part 2 and join the conversation!