Episode #239 Mohamed Farouk (Miami & Egypt)
Description
In this episode, The Diving Pod sits down with Egyptian Olympian and current University of Miami standout Mohamed Farouk. Mohamed shares the story of his remarkable journey—from growing up in Egypt and discovering the sport of diving, to developing into one of the nation’s top athletes and ultimately representing his country on the Olympic stage.
He reflects on his transition to the University of Miami, what it’s been like training and competing as a Hurricane, and how the program has helped elevate his performance to new levels. Mohamed also dives into the unique challenges and opportunities he faced coming from a country with a developing diving scene, and how those early experiences shaped his mindset and work ethic.
Looking ahead, Mohamed opens up about his ambitions for the 2028 Olympic Games, giving listeners a glimpse into the training, focus, and personal drive fueling his next chapter.
This episode offers a powerful blend of international perspective, resilience, and high-performance insight—don’t miss it.



