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Friday Apr 03, 2020
Friday Apr 03, 2020
In this episode of the Social Kick Podcast, the guys sit down with Olympic silver medalist and former World Record Holder Milorad Cavic. Milorad is most well known for his historic 100-m butterfly races with Michael Phelps. In this episode, the guys get Cavic's thoughts on: -The Olympic postponement and how he might have handled it if it happened during his career -Protesting on the medal stand -Transitioning away from the "super suit" era
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
Thursday Mar 26, 2020
In this episode, the guys are joined by 5x Olympian and Olympic Bronze Medalist George Bovell. In this episode we discuss: -How George knows Luke. -George's experience at all five of his Olympics. -George's view of the Olympics and the IOC. -George's view on the Olympics being postponed. -George's advice for current swimmers and those still swimming.
Monday Mar 23, 2020
Monday Mar 23, 2020
With the 'shelter in place' in the Bay Area, the boys join on a full remote session to discuss:
Covid-19
- USA, Japan, and other swimming federations propose to postpone Olympics
- USA Swimming events canceled through April
- Olympic training center shut down
Swimming
- Federica Pellegrini swims 1:55.8 behind closed doors.
International Swim League
- Toronto Titans
- Swimmers switching teams
- Adding 100 IM to schedule
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
Wednesday Feb 19, 2020
In this episode, the crew welcomes Carlene Takaki. Carlene is a coach for PASA Rinconada for their 13-14 year old age group. Carlene recounts her last race which was the 200 fly at the 2008 Olympic Trials. She also talks about her mentors in coaching such as her previous coaches and other coaches in the area. Following that, she delved into women in coaching, individual empowerment and building a foundational team culture.
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
Wednesday Feb 12, 2020
✋Who's excited for the Premiere of the Facebook Live premiere of The Social Kick Podcast!
In this episode, the guys
➡️ NCAA Swimming
➡️ Jonty Skinner
➡️ Rivalry Dual Meets
➡️ Cullen Jones and Brent Hayden swimming comebacks
➡️ Much More
We will be posting every Tuesday @ 8:30 pm PST, join, see you next time!
Friday Feb 07, 2020
Friday Feb 07, 2020
In this episode, we discuss top races from the Knoxville Pro Series Swim meet, FINA Champions Swim Series, Australian State meet, and NCAA meets. Then, we have some fun reminiscing on the 1996 Atlanta Olympics.
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Friday Dec 06, 2019
Friday Dec 06, 2019
The guys get back together to talk about the US Open. They the importance of the meet in today's circuit of elite competitions and look forward to some of the upcoming swims. It is a debate on whether or not Ryan Lochte will be rested. Finally, the guys play an Olympic game where they recap some athletes from the 2012 Olympics.
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
Thursday Nov 28, 2019
"Coach Justin" writes the guys another workout based on Olympics distances. Justin calls out the set, then for each rep, he names an Olympic finalist, their place and time. Luke, Bryan, and John have the interval that the set if on to talk about that swim/swimmer. This is a short one today and we go across a few Olympics so hold on tight!
Monday Nov 25, 2019
Monday Nov 25, 2019
The guys get together to chat about the recent news on Sun Yang's hearing. Bryan goes into detail about the differences in drug testing organizations but the guys agree that it is unlikely Sun Yang will get suspended. On a more positive note, Luke is impressed with the younger generation in USA swimming. They also discuss the recent American leg of the International Swimming League as the crew speculates that some individuals might have rested and others may fully rest for the finale in Vegas.
Thursday Nov 14, 2019
Thursday Nov 14, 2019
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