Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast
Join the Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast as we dive into the inspiring stories of adult Masters Swimmers from all corners of the world. From pool to open water champions, some of our guests are Olympic athletes who continue to defy expectations well into their late 20s and beyond. Others have rekindled their passion for swimming and are achieving new heights of success. What drives these superstars to keep swimming? How do they maintain their performance at such high levels? Our conversations explore these questions and many more, providing a glimpse into the mindset and training of these exceptional athletes. So grab a cup of your favourite drink and join us for a weekly dose of Masters Swimming inspiration. Looking for a quick dip into the world of Masters Swimming? Join us for TST Quick Splash, a bite-sized podcast that keeps you up-to-date with the latest developments and trends in the sport. Whether it's highlights from global masters swim meets or insights into open water swims, your host or special guests will deliver a concise and informative report. You'll also get valuable training tips, dry-land ideas, and product reviews to help you improve your performance in and out of the water.
Episodes
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 environme...
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 ...
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 clea...
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 ...
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 leadin...
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 ...
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×...
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 motiva...
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 pr...
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...
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 camarad...
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 ...
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 contro...
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 yo...
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 d...
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 fo...
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.
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 gr...
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 sto...
On today's Torpedo Swimtalk Podcast we chat with Jaimie Fuller, the visionary behind EO Swim Better handsets and former Skins CEO. We explore how swimmers of all levels can use this pro-level data analysis to elevate their swimming. The handsets are groundbreaking little beauties, that fit into your hand while you swim, capturing data that is sent back to an app on your phone. It is like having your own pers...
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