Night Swim Podcast
The Night Swim Podcast is hosted by former NCAA champion Dax Hill and Bahamian Olympian Elvis Burrows. It offers unedited and unrehearsed conversations about swimming, covering Olympic trials, NCAA competitions, training methods, and life after the sport. The show is aimed at masters swimmers, coaches, and swimming enthusiasts who appreciate inside stories from elite athletes.
Episodes
Night Swim Full Episode: September 13, 2026
Night Swim is back with another episode packed with swimming debates, technique, and some serious opinions.This week, we’re talking about preseason training, whether pay-to-play is hurting youth sports, and what’s next for Shaine Casas. We also debate whether swimmers should qualify for major meets a year in advance and break down one of the biggest questions in swimming: is underwater dolphin kic
Night Swim Podcast Full Episode: September 4, 2026
Swimming is changing, and the future of the sport could look very different from what we've known.In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, we dive into some of the biggest conversations happening in swimming right now. We talk about the return of the International Swimming League (ISL), what went wrong before, and whether the league can rebuild trust with swimmers.We also get into the growin
Ryan Lochte Interview I Part 2
The conversation continues! 🐐🏊♂️ Ryan Lochte returns with the Night Swim boys for **Part 2** of our exclusive interview. Ryan goes deeper into his legendary swimming career, training, competition, life beyond the pool, and some of the stories you won’t hear anywhere else. From Olympic memories to honest opinions and unforgettable moments, this is another conversation swimming fans won’t want to m
Night Swim Podcats Full Episode: August 23, 2026
This episode of Night Swim Podcast breaks down the biggest stories and debates in swimming right now! We recap the Pan Pacifics Championships, discuss why Elvis may be owed an apology, and revisit Night Swim’s prediction on Sara Curtis. We also react to Summer McIntosh’s “it’s not good enough” comment, debate who is winning the swim marketing game, and discuss Greg Meehan’s take on how the data sh
Ryan Lochte Interview | Part 1
The GOAT Ryan Lochte joins the Night Swim boys for an honest and entertaining conversation about his legendary swimming career, racing, competition, and life beyond the pool. 🐐🏊♂️ In Part 1, Ryan shares stories, opinions, and insights you won’t want to miss. Get ready for a side of the Olympic champion you may not have seen before. Subscribe to Night Swim for more exclusive interviews, swimming s
Night Swim Full Episode: August 8, 2026
🔥 **Night Swim is back with another loaded episode covering some of the biggest conversations in swimming!**This episode dives into **swim technique, coach conditioning, the Isaac Cooper controversy, Olympic prospects, Hunter Armstrong’s bold move, the Caeleb Dressel comeback debate, and Leon Marchand’s injury situation.**We break down how reverse training and technique can help swimmers develop f
Night Swim Full Episode: July 31, 2026
This week on the Night Swim Podcast, we're covering some of the biggest stories in competitive swimming. We discuss Adam Peaty's emotional interview after a difficult race, why Eva Okaro has withdrawn from the remainder of her summer competitions due to injury, and USA Swimming's decision to move its livestream coverage to YouTube. We also debate whether Caeleb Dressel is truly back, b
Night Swim Full Episode : July 26, 2026
Welcome back to Night Swim Podcast! 🌊This episode is packed with some of the biggest conversations in swimming right now.🏊 Topics in this episode:Timecodes0:00 - Intro5:02 - The New Sports Camera Rules Explained25:00 - Australia's New Swim Contracts: Too Late or Game-Changer?33:55 - Gary Hall Jr.'s Gambling Idea Has Swimming Fans Furious43:07 - The CSL's $1 Million Gamble Could Change Swimming For
Night Swim Full Episode July 10, 2026
Welcome back to Night Swim Podcast! 🌊This episode is packed with some of the biggest conversations in swimming right now.🏊 Topics in this episode:Timecodes0:00 - Intro4:35 - Why poor posture and weak back strength could be limiting your performance in the pool.18:50 - Why coaches say mimicking swimming on dryland may actually hurt your technique.29:56 - The hilarious story behind Michael Phelps al
Should Olympic Athletes Reveal Their TUEs? The Debate That Could Change Sports
Should elite athletes be required to publicly disclose their Therapeutic Use Exemptions (TUEs)?In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows dive into one of the most controversial topics in Olympic sports—whether the current TUE system is transparent enough and if it can be exploited for a competitive advantage.The discussion explores athlete privacy, WADA regulations, ant
Is Egor Kornev the Next Sprint King?
Egor Kornev is becoming one of the most interesting names in sprint freestyle. After throwing down elite times in the 50 free and 100 free, Dax and Elvis discuss whether the Russian sprinter is a real threat to Cam McEvoy, how his stroke compares to Caeleb Dressel, and why his unusual style could still get even faster.Is Egor Kornev the next big name in sprint swimming? Let us know in the comments
Can USA Swimming Save Swimming?
Swimming has world-class athletes—but why does the sport still struggle to capture mainstream attention?In this episode, Dax and Elvis break down why swimming lacks compelling storylines, whether USA Swimming is doing enough to market the sport, the impact of Block Party meets, the role of LSCs, and why emotional storytelling—not just fast times—is the key to growing swimming.They also discuss why
Why Billionaires Could Save Competitive Swimming
What if the biggest opportunity in swimming isn't faster training—but better funding?In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows explore how billionaire philanthropists like Gina Rinehart have helped support Australian swimmers and ask an important question:Why isn't this happening everywhere?The conversation dives into athlete funding, sponsorships, philanthropy,
Is the IOC's New Athlete Grant Actually a Pay Cut?
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has announced a new athlete grant—but is it really helping Olympic athletes, or is it simply replacing funding that already existed?In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows break down the IOC's athlete grant program, discuss how Olympic funding has worked in the past, and share firsthand experiences with financial support d
Jordan Crooks Is BACK! Can the World's Fastest Swimmer Dominate Again?
Jordan Crooks is officially making his return to competitive swimming, and the swimming world is paying attention.In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows discuss Jordan Crooks' comeback, what time away from the pool could mean for his performance, and whether elite swimmers can return stronger after taking an extended break.The conversation also looks at past come
Jessica Hardy Is This Really a Comeback... or Just Publicity?
Former world champion Jessica Hardy is back in the pool—but is it really a comeback?In this episode, Dax and Elvis debate whether Jessica Hardy's return deserves the "comeback" label or if it's simply a swimmer getting back in the water. They question the role of swimming media, discuss what actually makes a comeback meaningful, and explore why some stories capture headlines whil
Should Swimming Add a 25 Freestyle? The Debate That Could Change the Sport
Could the 25 freestyle become the most exciting event in competitive swimming?In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows debate whether World Aquatics should introduce a 25 freestyle at major international competitions. They compare swimming to track and field, discuss why sprint events attract the biggest audiences, and explore how a new race could make the sport more e
The Longhorn "Elite" Invite isn't Elite
The Longhorn Elite Invite delivered world-class racing, breakout performances, and plenty of storylines heading into the biggest meets of the season. In this episode, we recap the fastest swims, biggest surprises, standout athletes, and what these results mean moving forward.Which performance impressed you the most? Let us know in the comments!
Did Léon Marchand Push Too Hard? The Injury Explained
One of the biggest names in swimming is dealing with an injury—and everyone is asking the same question:What happened to Léon Marchand?In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows break down Marchand's injury, discuss whether the warning signs were there before French Nationals, and debate if his training, taper, or race schedule may have contributed.The conversation also
Race Pace Training For Distance Swimmers in the after math of the Australian Championships
The Australian Championships showcased some incredible distance swimming performances—but what training methods are producing these results?In this episode, Dax and Elvis break down race pace training, how Australia's top distance swimmers are preparing for major championships, and whether this approach is changing the future of distance swimming. They discuss the benefits, potential drawbacks
Why Are Women's Swimming World Records Falling So Fast?
The swimming world is witnessing an incredible HOT GIRL SUMMER as women's world records continue to fall at an astonishing pace!In this episode of the Night Swim Podcast, Dax Hill and Elvis Burrows discuss the recent wave of record-breaking performances, what's driving the surge in speed, and which swimmers are redefining the sport.From groundbreaking swims to the future of elite competiti
Sam Short The World's Fastest Distance Swimmer Reveals His Secrets
Australian distance star Sam Short joins the Night Swim Podcast to reveal the training,race strategy and mindset behind becoming one of the fastest distance swimmers in the world.From breaking down his unique approach to pacing to discussing world-record goals and the future of distance swimming, this is a must-watch conversation for every competitive swimmer and coach.🎙️ Presented by Swimnerd.
Heart Rate Monitors in Swimming: Complete Waste of Time or Game-Changer? Dax vs Elvis Debate
One of the most heated debates we’ve had on Night Swim — are heart rate monitors actually useful in training or just another useless gimmick?It started with a viral video of a big pro group (possibly Texas/Bob Bowman) wearing HR monitors in the water during practice. The swimming internet lost their minds calling it genius. Dax immediately called BS.Dax’s Take (The Purist):- Heart rate info is irr
Brett Hawke Full Interview: Sprint Revolution, Coaching Legends & Raw Truth on Swimming's Future
Legendary sprint coach and swimming icon Brett Hawke joins Dax and Elvis on Night Swim for an unfiltered, no-holds-barred conversation.From his legendary career as an Olympian and coach, to the current state of sprinting, technique breakthroughs, coaching philosophy, and the biggest issues facing the sport today — Brett doesn’t hold back.Topics include:- The sprint revolution and what it really ta
Anna Moesch 51.94 American Record DESTROYS Everyone — Virginia Women Are UNSTOPPABLE 🔥
Anna Moesch just announced herself as the new queen of American sprinting.The Virginia sophomore dropped a massive **51.94** in the 50 free — a new **American Record**, skipping the 52-second barrier entirely and becoming the #2 performer in history (briefly #1 in the world). This wasn’t just fast — it was a statement.Dax and Elvis break it down with no filter:- From a 53 to a 51.94 in one jump —
World Aquatics 10-Lane Proposal & Wild Cards — Good Idea or Just Helping the Rich Get Richer? 🔥 Night Swim
World Aquatics is cooking up some big changes — testing 10-lane finals at major meets and introducing wild card entries that could let up to 3 swimmers per country compete at Short Course World Championships.Dax and Elvis go unfiltered on why this feels like a half-baked, "building it as they fly it" attempt that misses the mark:- Dax calls it pointless — major meets already run 10 lanes
Ryan Murphy Comeback: 25.1 50 Back & 53.9 100 Back — Can He Make the 2028 Olympics? 🔥 Night Swim
Ryan Murphy is officially back in the pool and the swimming world is watching closely.At the Sacramento Pro Swim Series (a lower-key meet while many stars were in Fort Lauderdale), the Olympic champion posted:- 25.1 in the 50 backstroke → 1st place- 53.9 in the 100 backstroke → 2nd placeDax and Elvis break it down raw:- Is this the start of an Anthony Ervin-style comeback story, or will the young
Pitt Swimming Chaos: Diving Coach Takes Over, Program Cut Fears & Why Most College Coaches Are Doomed 🔥
College swimming is in a full-blown bloodbath right now — and the Pitt situation is the perfect example of the mess. Chase Krietler (who built Pitt into a respectable program with strong NCAA performances) suddenly resigns. Then they name diving coach Katie Casarezo as Director of Swimming & Diving — a rare and suspicious move that has the entire swim community whispering "this is how the
Kirsty Coventry Says Swimmers Should NOT Get Paid — HUGE Backlash!
Kirsty Coventry, Olympic legend and current swimming power player, drops a bombshell: swimming should stay an "amateur sport" and athletes shouldn't get paid. The internet (and Night Swim) lost it.Dax and Elvis go full send on why this is one of the worst takes in recent swimming history:- She's a former swimmer who personally cashed massive checks — including $100K from Robert M
Enhanced Games Was NOT a Failure - Swimming STOLE The Show!!
Full breakdown of the Enhanced Games: why swimming dominated, the Cam vs Christian storyline, world records, Cody Miller on stage, Ryan Lochte’s take, and why USA Swimming should be taking notes instead of calling it a failure. The most watched swim event in years.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-per
Shane Ryan FULL Interview: Enhanced Games PED Protocol, Abu Dhabi Missiles, & Swimming FAST
Shane Ryan returns to the Night Swim Podcast for an in-depth conversation about the Enhanced Games! Just days before the event, Shane breaks down his personal PED protocol, the groundbreaking medical case study in Abu Dhabi, training under Brett Hawke, and what it’s really like competing on enhancements.Topics covered:Life in Abu Dhabi during missile attacks and drone warningsThe 8-week Enhanced G
Ryan Lochte’s SHOCKING Missouri State Assistant Coach Move – PR Stunt or Real Deal?
Ryan Lochte is officially joining Missouri State University as an assistant coach for the Bears — and Night Swim is giving you the unfiltered breakdown.Dax is back from the hospital (and looking crispy), and we’re going full send on this wild news: Is this a genuine coaching gig, a PR move to clean up his image, a favor for his girlfriend’s family in the area, or straight-up a cushy “no-show job”?
Van Mathias REVEALS Low Yardage Training That Broke the 50 Breast AR
Van Mathias (IU Director of Operations & American Record Holder in the 50 Breaststroke) joins Night Swim for a raw, in-depth conversation about his incredible comeback!From working full-time, training on low volume/high intensity (heavily inspired by Cam McEvoy), crushing weighted pull-ups & Olympic lifts, to setting the American Record in Norway — Van breaks down exactly how he did itTopi
Cam McEvoy EXPOSES Why Traditional Swim Training Is Broken (World Record Secrets)
Cam McEvoy joins the Night Swim Podcast fresh off breaking the world record in the 50 freestyle — and what he reveals about training, sprinting, and the future of swimming will change how you think about the sport.In this episode, Cam dives deep into:Why traditional swim training might be outdatedThe truth about sprint vs endurance trainingHis unconventional approach to becoming the fastest man in
Was This a FALSE START?! Swimming Controversy Breakdown
A call that has the swimming world divided—was it actually a false start or did officials get it wrong? We break down the race, the rules, and why this moment has everyone arguing.🎙️ Presented by Swimnerd. #NightSwimPod #Swimming
New NCAA Finish Rule Allows Underwater Dolphin Kick – Terrible Idea?
NCAA introduces a new rule allowing underwater dolphin kicks on the finish for breaststroke, butterfly, and freestyle. We explain why this is a horrible idea, how it can be abused, who it actually helps (almost no one), and why it makes no sense.
NCAA Men’s 2026 Recap: Texas Wins, Cal Collapses, Arizona State Surprises
Texas wins the NCAA Men’s title, Florida takes 2nd, Indiana 3rd. We review our predictions, discuss Cal’s disappointing finish without full Dave Durden focus, Arizona State’s relay strength vs depth issues, UVA men’s top-10 finish, and what Bob Bowman’s first year really showed.From dominant performances to shocking results, we break down everything that went down at Men’s NCAAs. Who showed up? Wh
Ryan Lochte Drama Part 3 – Ex-Wife Drops Shady Email, Girlfriend Claps Back
Lochte’s ex-wife posts a shady email exchange, then his current girlfriend responds calling out the Miami girls’ trip and dropped-off kids. We react to the ongoing mess, why it feels sad now, and who’s winning the public battle.
David Marsh Leaves Cal – What Happened & Where Does He Go Next?
David Marsh is leaving Cal after two NCAA titles as associate head coach. We discuss his massive influence on sprinting, his CEO-style coaching, why he may have shrunk himself at Cal, and predictions for his next move (consulting or international?).🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance techniq
Trans Ban in Women’s Sports: Finally Common Sense or Still Messy?
Dax and Elvis discuss the new rule requiring athletes to compete based on sex at birth. They dive into the importance of precise language, why words like “racist” and “Nazi” have lost meaning, the rare intersex cases like Caster Semenya, and why biological males should not compete against biological females.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (
Marshall Women’s Swim Team Reinstated After Being Cut – Is It Safe?
Marshall University reinstated their women’s swimming team just one month after cutting it. We discuss how fast it happened, skepticism about long-term safety, advice for the athletes, and why other teams flying private should help fund their endowment.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance tec
Private Jets at NCAAs?! Something Isn’t Adding Up
Multiple women’s swim teams chartered private jets to NCAA Championships while other programs are being eliminated for budget reasons. We call out the hypocrisy, recruiting flex culture, and question where the money is really going.🎙️ Presented by Swimnerd. #NightSwimPod #Swimming
B-Finals Are Gone… Will They Bring Them Back Next Year?
We debate the elimination of B-finals at NCAAs. Is the meet now dead? We propose a better solution (top 3 auto to A-final + semifinals) and Elvis predicts B-finals return within 1–2 years because “swimming is soft.”🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance technique guru @Reykli) and Elvis Burrows
UVA Women 6-Peat NCAA Champions – How Do You Beat Them?
UVA women win their 6th straight NCAA title. We break down their dominance, Sarah Curtis’ celebration, the talent gap, and what it would actually take (psychological warfare) for another team like Texas to knock them off.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance technique guru @Reykli) and Elvis B
Indiana Diving Coach Defends Killing B-Finals – Fans Are PISSED
Drew Johansen wrote an open letter supporting the new NCAA format with no B-finals. We discuss why it feels tone-deaf, possible ulterior motives, how it benefits diving, and why the swimming community is united against it.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance technique guru @Reykli) and Elvis
Cam McEvoy Breaks 50 Free World Record… And Coaches Still Don't Want to Change
Cam McEvoy just shattered the 50 free world record (20.88) and beat the Enhanced Games mark. Dax and Elvis react to the historic swim, discuss why most coaches still won’t change their training, race-pace vs yardage, volume vs yardage, and what Cam should do next to maximize this moment (media tour, documentary, workouts for sale, Enhanced Games idea).🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go ou
NCAA Men’s 2025 – Texas Leads, Arizona State Shocks, Big Relay Drama
Live reactions to early NCAA Men’s sessions: Texas takes the lead, Arizona State’s big relay wins, Josh Liendo’s 100 fly dominance, UVA men surprising, and individual highlights from Day 1 & 2.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance technique guru @Reykli) and Elvis Burrows (Bahamian Olympia
Cal Baptist Cuts Men’s Swimming & Wrestling – Athletes Speak Out
Exclusive interview with Cal Baptist swimmers Justin Walsh and Zachary Perry on the sudden cut of men’s swimming, wrestling, and golf. Title IX excuse, lack of transparency, silencing athletes, $1.2M raised, peaceful protest plans, and how the decision contradicts the university’s Christian mission. How you can help: #KeepCBUswimanddive🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk
Technique + Values, Loyalty & Honor in Swimming
Dax and Elvis discuss what’s missing in modern swimming — the lack of values, loyalty, and honor. Why coaches don’t develop athletes anymore, the death of killer instinct, Greg Troy-style hard coaching, “public school energy,” and how to turn swimmers into elite competitors with backbone. One of our deepest coaching conversations yet.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk b
Adam Peaty Says Swimming Coaches Are Stuck in The 1980's – We Agree
Adam Peaty calls out the obsession with yardage over quality training. We break down why "base building", "banking yards", and "taper" jargon still dominate, why coaches are scared to change, and how elite outliers (Michael Andrew, Lily King, etc.) prove you don't need 60,000-yard weeks to be world-class. Real talk on USA Swimming's softness problem.🌙 Night Sw
Florida Wants Boosters to PAY High School Swim Coaches – Good or Disaster?
Florida's new bill would let boosters pay high school coaches directly. We debate the pros (coaches finally get paid), cons (mercenary coaching, richer schools get richer, potential match-fixing), and why it might widen the wealth gap even more. Teddy Bridgewater Uber story + real talk on underprivileged programs.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by
D-II NCAAs Just Ended – Tampa Men Win, Nova Women Dominate!
Shoutout to D-II swimming! Tampa men take the title (huge free relay moment), Nova Southeastern women win, Christina Orban doubles up, Jeremiah Poc breaks NCAA breaststroke record, Agatha sweeps backstroke, Maurice Grabowski goes 18.9… We give D-II the love it deserves.Full recap + swimflation discussion.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCA
Women's NCAAs 2026 – UVA vs Texas vs Stanford? + B-Finals Drama
Live reactions to early sessions of Women's NCAA Championships: insane 200 free splits (1:39s!), Anna Moesch, Gretchen Walsh, Missy Franklin record still standing, B-finals elimination backlash, crowd booing, Rowdy Gaines commentary complaints, and our final predictions (UVA edges it?).Meet energy feels dead — we want B-finals back.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk
2026 ISHOF Class Revealed – Nathan Adrian, Laszlo Cseh & More!
Breaking down the 2026 International Swimming Hall of Fame inductees: Nathan Adrian, Laszlo Cseh, Ruta Meilutyte, Ferry Weertman, Tania Cagnotto, Simona Fontana, Summer McIntosh's coach Jane Figueiredo, and more. Plus stories about dolphin-kick breaststroke origins, Gregg Troy's old-school coaching style, and why some legends get in late.Full reactions + Hall of Fame hot takes.🌙 Night Swim
Dolphin Kick Technique – Knees vs. Hips, Up-Kick Secrets, & Drills
Dax and Elvis break down the REAL way to unlock a killer dolphin kick – forget the outdated "wiggle from the hips" advice!In this technique deep-dive from Night Swim:Why teaching from the knees (tuck-extend "inchworm" style) works better for most swimmers than full-body undulationThe massive power in the up-kick (often 50-80% of propulsion – most people neglect it!)Posterior chain secrets: hamstri
Why Swimmers NEED to Party Again – The Lost Escape Valve in College Swimming
Dax and Elvis break down why partying (or at least a real mental release) might be missing from modern swimming — and why it could actually HELP prevent burnout.From legendary UT swim parties to Gen Z drinking less, they discuss:How constant "swim talk" creates stress (Regan Smith example)The old-school fun that built bonds, stories & legendsWhy Gen Z athletes party less — is it seri
World Aquatics Cuts Mixed Medley Relay – Night Swim Called It
Celebration over World Aquatics removing the mixed 400 medley relay from Worlds (aligning with Olympics), criticism of mixed relays as "pandering" or "award inflation," preference for short 4x50 free/medley relays instead, and past rants on the topic.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, hi
Shifting Sentiment on the Enhanced Games – Hypocrisy or Genuine Change?
Discussion of growing acceptance (or perceived hypocrisy) toward the Enhanced Games after American swimmers like Cody Miller, Hunter Armstrong, and Megan Romano joined; double standards in doping reactions, American privilege in swimming, and the hosts' early support.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, h
Better Athlete vs. Better Swimmer – Which Is the Ideal Foundation?
Debate on whether raw athleticism (explosiveness, multi-sport background) or technical swimming "feel" makes a better recruit/building block; personal stories from both hosts, racial/physiological differences (e.g., sinking legs, posterior chain), and coaching preferences.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorn
2026 NCAA Swimming Predictions & New Qualification Rules
Predictions for the upcoming NCAA Championships (Texas favored to repeat), analysis of the new auto-qualification system (34 extra qualifiers, top schools like Texas losing spots), roster limits, depth vs. one-offs, and thoughts on whether more access inspires future improvement.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns l
Sodium Bicarbonate in Swimming – Fad or Legit Performance Booster?
Deep dive into sodium bicarbonate (baking soda) supplementation as a buffering agent against lactic acid, its risks (GI distress), small potential gains (1-2%), comparison to past fads like beet juice and creatine, and whether the reward outweighs the "volcano" side effects.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longho
Ryan Lochte Alleged Cheating Drama Explodes – Ex-Wife Podcast + Screenshots War
Ryan Lochte's ex-wife goes on a podcast calling his new girlfriend his "mistress" and alleging years of DM cheating. Then the current girlfriend drops text receipts. We react to the messy public divorce fallout and why the kids are the real losers here.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-p
CORRECTION: CSCAA DM'd Us – New NCAA Qualifier Rule Explained (Cinderella or Cannon Fodder?)
The CSCAA personally corrected us on the new NCAA automatic qualifier rule (must hit the B-cut in finals when you win the event). We discuss whether this actually creates "Cinderella stories" or just adds cannon fodder—and why our prelim auto-qualifier idea is still better.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhor
TYR Pro Series Meet Drama – Streaming Disaster + Fast Swims
Simone Manuel drops 54.0, Michael Andrew goes 23.1 fly, but USA Swimming's streaming app completely imploded. We discuss the fast swims we actually saw, the Peacock / Rowdy Gaines disaster, and why USA Swimming keeps fumbling huge opportunities.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance techniq
Hunter Armstrong Joins Enhanced Games – Clean
Hunter Armstrong declares he'll compete clean in the Enhanced Games and asked USA Swimming what happens to his national team status… they couldn't answer. We explain why this is massive checkmate for USA Swimming / World Aquatics and why every national team swimmer should be signing up yesterday. Enhanced care vs enhanced substances exposed.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out,
Fix Your Starts & Turns NOW or Lose at NCAAs | Night Swim Podcast (Dax & Elvis Roast Bad Technique)
Dax & Elvis go OFF on terrible starts, turns, and technique in college swimming — especially after watching conference meets.They call out Arizona State’s Ilia (Ilya) for painfully slow turns despite being unstoppable, roast Big 12 teams for the worst execution they've seen, and explain why Tennessee dominates relay starts with low-swing athletic dives (not bunny hops or flopping in).Plus:
The NCAA Swimming Talent Gap is INSANE: Why UVA, Texas & Cal Dominate And Most Teams Can't Catch Up
Dax & Elvis break down the massive talent gap in NCAA swimming that's leaving most teams in the dust. On the women's side: UVA is in a league of their own, with Texas a distant second and everyone else way behind. Men's side? Texas and Cal run the show, and the rest are playing catch-up forever.We discuss why it's so hard to close:Resources (scholarships, facilities, money talk
Josh Liendo's Heisman Lane Push + Texas Sprint Struggles | Night Swim SEC Recap
Unfiltered SEC Championships recap on Night Swim Podcast! Dax Hill (Texas Longhorns legend, NCAA champ) and Elvis Burrows break down the "Texas Invite" that is now the SECs. Josh Liendo dominates with 18.4s leads, 43.0 100 fly, relay monster splits — plus the hilarious lane-line "Heisman" celebration gone wrong (who pushed him back?!). We dive into why Texas still can't spr
UVA Women CRUSH ACCs Again! Stanford's 371-Point Beatdown + Ledecky Dominance & NCAA Power Shifts
Dax & Elvis break down the UVA women's swimming team's dominant 7th straight ACC Championship win — crushing Stanford by over 370 points (1410.5 to 1039) and Cal too! We dive into Katie/Kaylee Ledecky's insane distance swims (those sub-15:45 vibes are back), why it's not "just another Ledecky win," and the bigger picture: Is Stanford's dynasty over? What's beh
Men's ACC Championships 2026: Freshman Phenom Max Williamson + Why UVA Men Are Struggling Under Todd DeSorbo
Dax and Elvis break down the 2026 Men's ACC Swimming Championships with zero lifeguards and full unfiltered takes. Freshman standout Max Williamson (UVA) drops bombs in the 200 IM (silver medal, school record vibes) and hits A-cuts to lock in NCAA spots—high school 41.0 sprinter turning heads. They dive deep into whether Todd DeSorbo's style is clicking on the men's side (UVA men finis
Women's Big Ten Championships – 59 A-Cuts from B & C Finals?!
Dax and Elvis react to the insane number of automatic NCAA qualifying times (A-cuts) that came out of the B- and C-finals at the 2026 Women's Big Ten Championships. They discuss what this means for meet speed, qualification chaos, event caps at NCAAs, and whether the new rules are making conference meets paradoxically slower and faster at the same time.🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights
China Pays Swimmers $20K Just to Show Up – USA Swimming Exposed!
China is shaking up swimming with MASSIVE payouts at the 2026 China Open in Shenzhen – up to $20,000 appearance fees just for showing up, plus $10K for 1st, $8K for 2nd, $6K for 3rd, flights, and hotels covered for top international stars!In this episode of Night Swim Podcast, we break down why this meet is a game-changer: elite athletes getting real money, fast exciting racing with only the best,
Ryan Murphy is TRAINING - time to get the United States of Backstroke back on track
Ryan Murphy is back in the pool training for the LA 2028 Olympics after a year+ break — but is this comeback realistic? In this raw clip, we break down why his weight room focus might be holding him back, why getting "too big" could kill his chances at sub-52 in the 100 back, and why historic swimming comebacks (Dara Torres, Anthony Ervin, Dana Vollmer) are super rare — especially for wo
Practice vs Meets: Which REALLY Matters More in Swimming?
Does practice matter more than meets, or do meets matter more than practice? We break down real scenarios: Can crushing 51s in practice for hours make a 51 LCM 100 free "easy" at taper? Why grinding 19.9s for two hours translates better to dropping to 19.0 than endless 51s do for sprinting. The myth of "practice warriors" — kids who dominate practice but disappear on race day.
Elite Mentality: What Separates Champions from Competitors
The difference between good and great isn't talent—it's mentality. Dax and Elvis break down what it really takes to compete at the elite level: the mental toughness, the discipline, the grind that most swimmers won't talk about.🏊♂️ What elite mentality actually looks like🧠 How champions think differently🔥 The brutal truth about competing at the topWhen you're standing behind the b
Jack Kelly: From Brown to Texas to Ireland
Jack Kelly has gone from Brown to Texas to Ireland. His journey to LA 2028 has been an exciting one. 🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, the real talk begins. Hosted by Dax Hill (NCAA champ, Texas Longhorns legend, high-performance technique guru @Reykli) and Elvis Burrows (Bahamian Olympian, national record holder, founder of Burrow's Best swimmer hair and skin care), Night Swim
18 Is the New 19?! Swimflation Is Out of Control.
Are we living in the era of Swimflation?In this episode of Night Swim, we dive into:Why 18 might be the new 19 in the 50 freeThe rise of “freshman records” in college swimmingUT’s legendary Quadrathlon scoring systemSuits vs training vs better athletesWhy Freddy Busquet doesn’t get enough creditAnd whether swimmers just needed “permission” to go fasterIs it better athletes? Better training? Tech s
NCAA Swimming Is Ruining Itself. And Brian Schrader Just Said It.
Ohio State associate head coach Brian Schrader is speaking out against the NCAA’s recent championship changes — and he’s not holding back.From eliminating B finals to altering qualification standards, Schrader argues that these updates hurt elite competition and leave faster swimmers at home. Are these changes about fairness… or about making swimming more “marketable”?In this episode of Night Swim
Michael Andrew: Why I Left ASU, Returned to Dad's USRPT, & My LA 2028 Plan
Michael Andrew joins Dax & Elvis on Night Swim for his most open interview yet.The Olympic gold medalist opens up about:• Leaving Arizona State University after one year and returning to train full-time in Hawaii with his dad (Peter Andrew) using USRPT roots• Emotional low after missing Paris 2024, family challenges, and rebuilding mentally• LA 2028 goals: 50s events (breast, fly, free), 100 b
57% of Coaches Get THREATENED by Parents – SafeSport Nightmare Exposed 😡
SwimSwam drops bombs: over half of coaches face parent threats. We unpack why—lack of rep, no clear standards, kids weaponizing "bullying." Dax & Elvis on standing on business, building fear/respect, and why some coaches get punked. Coaches & parents: sound off in comments! This is the movement. #SafeSport #SwimCoaching #NightSwim🌙 Night Swim PodcastWhen the pool lights go out, t
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