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Mack Horton Interview
Two-time Australian Olympic swimmer and gold medallist Mack Horton joins us on Off The Podium to relive his career and Olympic triumphs! Mack reveals why swimming was his one true sport growing up, how a chance meeting with an Aussie swimming legend helped spark his Olympic dreams and why the history of one event inspired him even more. Plus, we get into his love of hummus and whether seeing his beloved Melbourne Demons win a premiership could ever match winning Olympic gold.
Mar 25, 2022


Kayla Sanchez Interview
Two-time Canadian Olympic swimming medallist Kayla Sanchez joins us on Off The Podium to relive her journey to Tokyo 2020! We discover why she made the switch to competitive swimming, which other Olympic sport nearly won her over and how joining Canada's squad after Rio 2016 inspired her as a young athlete. Kayla also shares what it was like being surrounded by Olympians, her experiences at the Tokyo Games and the thrill of becoming an ISL champion. Dive in for a fun and fasc
Mar 4, 2022


Alex Graham Interview
We return to swimming on Off The Podium as we sit down with Australian Olympic bronze medallist Alex Graham to talk about his journey to Tokyo 2020. Alex shares why he chose swimming over other sports, how the disappointment of missing Rio 2016 pushed him to chase his Olympic dream even harder, and what the rivalry is really like on pool deck before a race. We also find out why his mates seem to enjoy wearing his Olympic medals more than he does!
Jan 1, 2022


Kieren Perkins Interview
We sit down with Australian swimming legend Kieren Perkins on Off The Podium to talk about his incredible Olympic career, record-breaking success and lasting legacy. Kieren reveals how a freak childhood accident helped set him on the path to greatness, the sporting icon who inspired him before his famous Atlanta 1996 triumph, and how he handled the very different experiences of each Olympic Games he attended. We also pitch him a unique role for Brisbane 2032!
Dec 28, 2021


Giaan Rooney Interview
We sit down with Australian swimming legend Giaan Rooney on Off The Podium to talk about her rise to the national team, winning Commonwealth Games gold at just 15 and competing at a home Olympic Games in Sydney. Giaan also opens up about thriving under pressure, the career moment that made her dad prouder than Olympic gold, and why life after swimming nearly took her in a very different sporting direction. It’s an amazing chat for any Olympic fan!
Oct 27, 2021


Johanna Griggs Interview
Get pumped for a special Off The Podium interview with one of Australia’s most familiar Olympic faces, Johanna Griggs. In our longest chat yet, Joh opens up on her swimming career, the lessons sport taught her and how she made the transition into television. She also talks about her love of live broadcasting, ranks the seven Olympics she has covered and shares what might just be the greatest Bruce McAvaney story you’ll ever hear!
Oct 3, 2021


Brittany MacLean Interview
Canadian swimmer and Olympic bronze medallist Brittany MacLean speaks to Off The Podium about her career across two Olympic Games. She reflects on what drew her to swimming, the growth of the sport in Canada during her time with the national team and the experience of competing at the highest level. MacLean also discusses life after retirement and the opportunities and experiences that have followed her competitive career.
Nov 12, 2020


Kylie Masse Interview
Canadian swimmer and Olympic bronze medallist Kylie Masse speaks to Off The Podium about her rise through competitive swimming and success in the 100m backstroke. She reflects on winning bronze at Rio 2016, her breakthrough performances and major success at the 2017 World Championships. Masse also takes on the famous ‘My Name Is’ questionnaire as the team gets to know more about one of Canada’s leading swimmers.
Aug 21, 2020


Libby Trickett Interview (Brink Vault)
A 'vault' interview of epic proportion today as we go back to 2014 to speak with legendary Australian swimmer Libby Trickett! Talking up her then new role on Australian TV through to her career, things don't start the smoothest during the interview though as Ben makes one epic blunder. What is it? Well you'll have to listen to find out!
Mar 29, 2017


Stephanie Rice Interview (Brink Vault)
Time to bring you a big name today in our 'vault' series of interviews as we bring you our parent shows The Brink interview with the legendary Stephanie Rice. Talking up her then appearance on The Celebrity Apprentice, she also talks about her swimming career and everything else in a diverse and fun chat. You won't want to miss this one!
Mar 25, 2017
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