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Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
Kelly Palace, Masters Swim Journalist
293 episodes
1 week ago
On deck in Fort Lauderdale at the 2025 Fall Classic Meet, Host Kelly Palace interviews International Swimming Hall of Famer and Masters Swimming Icon, Tim Shead as we explore how a missed shot at the 1976 Olympic Trials became the spark for a lifetime of learning, longevity, and dozens of world records. Tim’s story is a lesson in patience, training culture, and the quiet power of choosing meaningful swims over hollow wins. We trace his path from Florida age-group lanes to the University of P...
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On deck in Fort Lauderdale at the 2025 Fall Classic Meet, Host Kelly Palace interviews International Swimming Hall of Famer and Masters Swimming Icon, Tim Shead as we explore how a missed shot at the 1976 Olympic Trials became the spark for a lifetime of learning, longevity, and dozens of world records. Tim’s story is a lesson in patience, training culture, and the quiet power of choosing meaningful swims over hollow wins. We trace his path from Florida age-group lanes to the University of P...
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Swimming
Health & Fitness,
Fitness,
Mental Health,
Sports
Episodes (20/293)
Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
How Training Partners And Patience Built A World Record-Breaking Masters Swimming Career: Tim Shead, EP 294
On deck in Fort Lauderdale at the 2025 Fall Classic Meet, Host Kelly Palace interviews International Swimming Hall of Famer and Masters Swimming Icon, Tim Shead as we explore how a missed shot at the 1976 Olympic Trials became the spark for a lifetime of learning, longevity, and dozens of world records. Tim’s story is a lesson in patience, training culture, and the quiet power of choosing meaningful swims over hollow wins. We trace his path from Florida age-group lanes to the University of P...
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1 week ago
8 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
How Red Light and Sound Can Supercharge Mitochondria, Healing & Recovery for Masters Swimmers: Dr. Zulia Frost, EP 293
Brand New episode! What if the missing link in your recovery isn’t another supplement or stretch, but energy at the cellular level? We sit down with Dr. Zulia Frost—medical doctor, researcher, and co-founder of Recharge Health—to unpack how photobiomodulation, neuromodulation, and sound can help your body heal faster, perform better, and sleep deeper without side effects. Zulia’s story is a powerful one: a devastating car accident, spinal fractures, and paralysis in her right leg. Convention...
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2 weeks ago
35 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
What If Your Dog Mirrors Your Mindset? Brian Bergford, Masters Swimming Champion, ENCORE EP 292
What if the thing you’re avoiding is the doorway to your best self? In this fan favorite encore episode: that’s the challenge Brian Bergford accepted when he took a lifelong panic response to water and turned it into masters swimming medals, national podiums, and a practical playbook for courage you can use today. We sit down with Brian—peak performance coach, certified dog trainer, and author of Transformational Dog Training—to unpack the crucial difference between fear and phobia and the w...
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3 weeks ago
46 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
How a World Record Setter Trains, Tapers, And Thrives In Masters Swimming: Jeff Commings, ENCORE EP 291
One of our very favorite episodes on how to train, taper, and thrive in Masters Swimming. In this encore show we sat down with world record masters swimmer and veteran swim journalist Jeff Cummings to map out a smarter path to speed: focused training, practical tapering, honest recovery, and habits you can sustain with a full-time job and a full life. Jeff opens up about training alone and still finding intensity, the “exercise sets” that harden race finish, and why four quality days plus one...
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4 weeks ago
51 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
The CBS Survivor Who Swims Like an Olympian and Defies Age and Masters Swimming: Janet Carbin, ENCORE EP 290
What if your 60s are your prime? We sit down with Janet Carbin—a CBS Survivor Season 39 favorite, veteran swim coach, and one of the few female chief lifeguards in the country—to unpack the mindset, training habits, and nutrition choices that keep her strong in open water and in life. Janet brings a rare mix of humility and edge: she earns respect by doing the work, leads by example, and shows how authenticity can be a competitive advantage when the clock doesn’t lie. And Janet loves Masters ...
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1 month ago
47 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
From 300 Pound Chef To Ironman Triathlete and Masters Swimming Friend: Will Liebig, ENCORE EP 289
In one of our favorite episodes as an encore we find out: What does it really take to move from 300 pounds to a 9:15 Ironman without losing your love of great food and a full life? We sit down with chef-turned-triathlete Will Liebig to unpack the habits, community, and mindset that reshaped his health over a decade. Will is open about the grind: he swapped isolation for master swimming, built cycling and running tribes, and embraced the 80/20 training rule—keep 20 percent truly hard, keep 80 ...
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1 month ago
38 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
Four Pillars of Peak Performance, Olympic Sport Psychologist Colleen Hacker, ENCORE EP 286
In an encore presentation, we sit down with Dr. Colleen Hacker, Olympic mental performance consultant and author of Achieving Excellence: Mastering Mindset for Peak Performance in Sport and Life, to unpack the real tools champions use when it counts. No fluff here—just clear methods backed by science and forged in the fire of world-class competition. We start by redefining confidence as a moving target and show how to build it by fixing your focus. If you’re replaying missed sessions, old re...
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1 month ago
51 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
A 9-Foot Gator Took Her Arm, But She Saw a Silver Lining and Maybe Angels: Rachael Lillienthal, Masters Swimmer, ENCORE EP 288
What happens when a perfect Florida swim turns into a fight for your life from a 9-foot alligator grabbing onto your arm? In this riveting encore episode, Masters Swimmer Rachael Lilienthal takes us stroke by stroke through her 2015 alligator attack, the breath that steadied her in a death roll, and the unlikely chain of strangers who became heroes with a kayak paddle, a firm grip, and a medical-grade tourniquet. From river chaos to a trauma bay within an hour, the details are visceral, human...
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1 month ago
1 hour 1 minute

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
How A Busy ER Doc Swims To Win 100 National Titles: Kurt Dickson, ENCORE EP 287
What does it take to win national swimming titles while working chaotic ER shifts and raising a competitive family? In this encore episode, we sit down with masters legend and ER physician Kurt Dixon to unpack the habits, mindset, and simple systems that keep him fast at 54—and grounded through real-life storms. Kurt’s résumé is staggering: 100+ U.S. masters national wins, world records, the Triple Crown of Marathon Swimming, and Ironman finishes. Yet his playbook is refreshingly unfancy: rep...
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1 month ago
45 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
Five Swim and Life Lessons from My Late Father, EP 285
Hello friends, it’s Kelly. You may have noticed I’ve been away from the show for over a month—the longest break I’ve taken in more than seven years of podcasting. The reason is deeply personal: my father passed away in August at the age of 95. I’ve spent these weeks with him, with family, remembering him, celebrating his life, and navigating the bittersweet gift of grief. In this episode, I want to honor my dad, who first taught me how to swim. Through his simple “swim to Daddy” lessons on La...
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2 months ago
11 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
How Silence Shapes a Champion: Jennifer Comfort, Ironman Triathlete and USAT Coach, EP 284
Jennifer Comfort is a USAT-certified triathlon coach, Ironman triathlete, and open water swim observer whose approach to performance blends endurance, mindfulness, and a deep respect for inner stillness. Jennifer didn’t start her journey as a seasoned pro. In fact, during her first triathlon 20 years ago, she basically dog paddled through the swim, terrified to put her face in the water. Today, she’s a multiple-time Ironman and 70.3 finisher, a Boston Marathon qualifier, and a respected coach...
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4 months ago
39 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
What is Purposeful Swimming? Matt Moseley's Aquatic Mission. EP 283
This episode has one of the best comeback stories ever! It's filled with genuine emotion and inspiration and will have you thinking about the purpose of your next swim. Matt Moseley — a man whose life is fueled by purpose, storytelling, and water. From boardrooms to backstrokes, Matt is not just a world-record open water swimmer, but also a strategic communications expert, environmental advocate, and author of his recently released book, Soul is Waterproof. By day, Matt runs the Ignitio...
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4 months ago
42 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
The Secret to Olympic & Masters Legend Rick Colella's Lifelong Success, EP 282
Ready for an extraordinary tale of athletic longevity? At 73 years old Rick Colella's swimming journey spans from Olympic medals to over 50 Masters World records, proving that athletic excellence knows no age limits. Colella's remarkable career began with a fourth-place finish at the 1972 Munich Olympics, followed by a bronze medal in Montreal in 1976. But what happened after his Olympic glory makes his story truly exceptional. While most elite swimmers hang up their goggles after reaching c...
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5 months ago
47 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
Mastering Mindset: All-American Sara Dunn Navigates Life’s Hardships, from Injury to Grief, EP 281
When life throws its hardest challenges—divorce, injuries, the loss of a beloved parent, and the relentless pace of a demanding career—what keeps a champion going? For Sara Henninger Dunn, it’s the unshakable mindset she’s honed since her days as a collegiate All-American swimmer and her enduring relationship with the water. In this inspiring episode of Champion’s Mojo, Sara shares how a fierce mental toughness, built from years of competitive swimming, helped her navigate life’s toughest lan...
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5 months ago
32 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
60-Mile Shark Swim: How Lewis Pugh Toughs It Out to Save Our Oceans, EP 280
On May 26, 2025, Lewis Pugh completed one of his most daring feats yet — a 60-mile swim around Martha’s Vineyard in icy, shark-filled waters. Undertaken to coincide with the 50th anniversary of movie Jaws, Lewis’s swim was a powerful statement to change the narrative about sharks and raise urgent awareness for ocean conservation. While this swim captured headlines, the deeper story lies in Lewis’s relentless mission to protect our planet’s most fragile ecosystems. In this powerful re-release ...
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5 months ago
53 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
How a Swimming Prodigy Rediscovered Her Love for the Sport: Becca Mann, EP 279
Pro Swimmer, Author, Screenwriter, Becca Mann's journey redefines what it means to be a swimming prodigy who grows beyond the confines of early success. At just 10 years old, she completed the 15K Maui channel, becoming the youngest to do so. By her teens, she was a seven-time US National Team member and two-time national champion. But after narrowly missing Olympic qualification three times, Becca made the courageous decision to step away from competitive swimming altogether. What happened ...
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6 months ago
34 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
A 34 Year Winning Streak: Pro Triathlete Turned Masters Swimmer, Laurie Hug, EP 278
Do you have a streak going? Laurie Hug, retired professional triathlete and masters swimmer, shares her 34 year streak, training wisdom and remarkable journey from the deck of YMCA Masters Nationals Championships in Orlando. Her approach to swimming, coaching, and competition showcases how consistency, smart training, and positive mindset contribute to athletic longevity and continued success at the highest levels. Laurie is a member the 1776 Masters and swims in the 60-64 age-group. Laurie L...
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6 months ago
17 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
The Feel-Good-Comeback-Story of NCAA All-American Owen Lloyd, EP 277
A disqualification that turns into one of swimming's most viral moments. A champion brought to his knees in tears as officials strip away his victory. And a redemption exactly one year later that proves sometimes, the universe does give second chances. NC State NCAA All-American and ACC Champion in the mile (1650), Owen Lloyd's journey from heartbreak to triumph embodies everything we love about sports comebacks. After winning the mile at the ACC Championships during his senior year, Owen ex...
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6 months ago
36 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
A Mighty Mermaid and Attorney with a Passion for Performance: Nancy Steadman Martin, EP 276
Nancy Steadman Martin is the only woman in the world, over 70, to break 21 minutes in the 1500 freestyle! What does it mean to be truly unstoppable at 70? Steadman Martin embodies this question as she continues to shatter world swimming records while maintaining a thriving career as a senior law partner. Her remarkable journey defies every notion about aging and physical limitations. She's also a mermaid--really! Nancy's swimming resume reads like a fantasy novel: world records in the 800 an...
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7 months ago
32 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
Swimming Through Sorrow: Matt Mauser's Path from Loss to Triumph, EP 275
"Swimming for me was huge therapy," Matt explains. When Matt lost his beloved wife Christina in the January 2020 helicopter crash that also claimed Kobe Bryant's life, his world shattered. Just weeks later, COVID lockdowns isolated him further as he faced the daunting challenge of raising three children alone. In this profoundly moving conversation, Matt reveals how he returned to swimming—a passion from his youth—as a form of therapy during his darkest days. From the depths of unimaginable t...
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7 months ago
32 minutes

Champions Mojo for Masters Swimmers
On deck in Fort Lauderdale at the 2025 Fall Classic Meet, Host Kelly Palace interviews International Swimming Hall of Famer and Masters Swimming Icon, Tim Shead as we explore how a missed shot at the 1976 Olympic Trials became the spark for a lifetime of learning, longevity, and dozens of world records. Tim’s story is a lesson in patience, training culture, and the quiet power of choosing meaningful swims over hollow wins. We trace his path from Florida age-group lanes to the University of P...