Send us a text Not all champions are built in perfect conditions — and Chantal Naassana is a powerful case in point. A three-time Masters World Champion and national champion for both Egypt and the United States, Chantal shares how she returned to elite racing after moving from Cairo to the US, navigating Minnesota winters, a full-time career and a training life largely built on her own terms. Guided by online coaches and anchored by consistency, she’s crafted a high-performance approach that...
Send us a text What does it take to win an open water race when the water itself feels like a warm bath? On this week's Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast we sit down with Australian Masters standout Sharon Crisafi to unpack the 3km World Masters title she earned in Singapore - where heat, humidity and chop turned the race into a physiological and tactical puzzle. Sharon breaks down how she and her coach built a plan around the environment: hunting down warm indoor pools during winter, adding a wetsuit...
Send us a text What if your fastest swim is still ahead of you? Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast sits down with New Zealand sprinter Laura Quilter, who left the sport for eight years and returned in her 30s to lay down lifetime bests—including a 25.08 in the 50 free at the World Aquatics Championships in Singapore. Her story blends curiosity, self-coaching, and a focus less is more, challenging the old belief that more metres always equals more speed. Laura breaks down how she rebuilt her sprint pow...
Send us a text What does it take to build a masters swim community that actually lasts? Coach and athlete Dominic Tsui joins us to share how Fast Lane Masters in Hong Kong grew from a couple of swimmers in a rented lane into a culture-rich squad chasing podiums across Asia. From his first video analysis sessions to guiding relays that snag gold and break records, Dominic shows how consistency, simple technical priorities, and a clear meet calendar can transform adult swimmers at every level. ...
Send us a text Sam WIlliamson joins us on Torpedo Swimtalk to discuss everything from medaling at the 2022 Commonwealth Games, to claiming the 50 breast world title in Doha. Sam walks us through the mental and technical shifts that turned nerves into a plan. He explains why the start didn’t need to be perfect, how he engineered a ruthless last 15 meters, and what it takes to stay calm in a call room full of giants. We also go deep on training. Sam describes building a unique breaststroke by ...
Send us a text World champion and former short-course world record holder Bobby Hurley joins me for a ripper Torpedo Swimtalk episode — from winning the World SC 50 Back in Istanbul to racing everything from the 50 back to the 1500 free, then flipping the script as a coach and World Aquatics commentator. We get into range, resilience, and how the sport’s shifting toward stronger, more athletic swimmers — plus his current role leading the program at Tanglin School in Singapore. Why listen: Bob...
Send us a text Gold medals at the World Masters Championships don’t happen by accident. UK based Martin Bennell, a Masters world champion in his late 40s, joins Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast walks us through the exact blueprint that turned a six-month promise—break 30 in the 50 breaststroke—into British records, lifetime bests, and three golds. We get into the gritty details: how he trains solo three times a week, why visualisation cues beat complicated routines, and the strength program that push...
Send us a text What does it take to turn swimming punishing kilometres into smarter, faster racing? Olympic medalist and world record holder Geoff Huegill joins us on this week's episode of Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast to unpack the evolution from “character-building” grind sessions to a sprint philosophy built on skill, precision, and purpose. Geoff takes us inside the old-school sessions that forged his resilience—10×400 fly, 100×100 on 1:20—and how those lessons translated into race-smart effi...
Send us a text Ready to rethink how strength work fits into your swim life? We welcome strength coach Jack Brown of Aqua Strength Performance to Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast and unpack a smarter approach to dryland that actually shows up on the clock. Jack blends a swimmer’s background with strength and conditioning chops to build programs that scale across youth, college, and masters athletes—without trashing shoulders, legs, or motivation. We walk through his full-body training model built aro...
Send us a text Olympic medalist Brenton Rickard joins us on this episode of Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast sharing his remarkable journey from world-class swimmer to influential sports administrator. He opens up about his journey from elite swimmer to sports administrator, sharing stories of Olympic highs and lows, setting world records, and the doping scandal he was falsely accused of and then later exonerated from. Brenton provides a firsthand account of the pressures and triumphs of his ...
Send us a text What does it take to win an Olympic silver medal in open water swimming? Olympic 10-kilometre silver medalist Moesha Johnson joins us on Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast to share her journey of her race in the Seine and the intense competition in Paris. Moesha opens up about her race strategy, how she tackled the challenging currents, and the thrill of standing on the podium. Moesha gives us a behind-the-scenes look at the meticulous planning and mental fortitude required to excel in...
Send us a text On today's Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast we meet Martin Klein from Frankfurt, a dedicated masters swimmer who competes with fervour and finds his motivation from within. Inspired by Eric Fromm's "To Have or To Be," Martin shares his philosophy on personal growth and intrinsic motivation, emphasising the joy of swimming beyond the medals. This episode sheds light on his solo training routine, the camaraderie of national and European competitions, and the mental clarity swimming bring...
Send us a text Today's guest on Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast is Lisandra de Carvalho, a Brazilian-born swimmer now making waves in Melbourne, Australia. As we navigate through her impressive swimming journey, you'll hear how she transitioned from a top National Age Group swimmer in Brazil to training with elite coaches in the US, ultimately earning an athletic scholarship to swim at UMBC and now conquering masters swimming as a number one world ranked butterflier. Lisandra shares her thoughts on...
Send us a text On this episode of Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast New Zealand's own Laura Quilter joins us to share her journey from the 2014 Commonwealth Games to becoming a masters swimmer and ice swimming enthusiast. Laura started masters in 2023, and discovered how she found joy and freedom from racing again. Get ready to enhance your own swimming technique and learn from Laura, as she breaks down the art of breath control and the unique training routines that have propelled her success. Recent...
Send us a text Join us on today's episode of Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast to unlock the secrets to becoming a stronger, more efficient swimmer with insights from Ryan Evernden, swim coach, and strength and conditioning expert. Discover why mastering the art of land-based strength training is essential for any competitive master swimmer aiming for peak performance. Ryan shares practical exercises and key principles that will help you develop the range of motion, strength and stability needed to im...
Send us a text Can a simple device strapped to your hands revolutionise your swimming technique? On this episode of Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast we bring back Jaimie Fuller, the innovative CEO and co-founder of EO Sports Tech, to explore just that. Jamie takes us on a deep dive into the world of EO swimming handsets, which capture biomechanical feedback at an astonishing 50 times per second. These lightweight handsets analyse critical data points such as force, direction, speed, and hand angle to...
Send us a text What drives an athlete to switch from the rigorous discipline of Hungarian swimming to the diverse challenges of American competitions? Boston-based swimmer Ildi Szekely shares her captivating journey marked by resilience and adaptability with us on Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast From her early days in Budapest to becoming a dual Masters World Champion in Doha, Ildi reveals the intense pressures, pivotal transitions, and fortunate events that defined her path. Listen as she unveils t...
Send us a text What does it take to conquer some of the world's most gruelling open water swims? Join us on Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast as we reconnect with the inspiring Rob Woodhouse, who is just one swim away from completing the Ocean 7 and the Triple Crown. Rob shares the excitement of his preparations for the Manhattan 20 Bridges Swim and discusses his new, high-stakes role as the CEO of Swimming Australia. Nutrition and preparation are crucial for open water swimming, and Rob...
Send us a text Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast welcomes Jeanette Brits on today's episode, who shares her journey to smashing two masters world records at the recent Australian Masters Nationals. Her story is filled with dedication, unique training routines, and a love for the sport that will leave you motivated. From her beginnings in South Africa to her present home in Sydney, we chat about ocean swims with the Bold and Beautiful group at Manly Beach to structured pool workouts at the Andrew Boy C...
Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to jump back into competitive swimming after years away from the pool? Join us on today's episode of Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast for an inspiring conversation with Zhenya Mikulchik, a remarkable swimmer whose journey spans continents and decades. From her early days in Siberia to her collegiate achievements at the University of Calgary, and now making waves in Australia, Zhenya's story is one of resilience and passion. She shares how a playful challenge...