Champion's Mojo for Masters Swimmers
Get your MOJO ON! Champions talk with Champions about topics that are interesting and important to Masters Swimmers, or anyone that wants to be inspired. We explore what makes a champion in sports, but most importantly in life, through deep questions, fun quizzes and an authentic desire to inspire others. Co-hosted by two world record setting masters athletes, Kelly Palace and Maria Parker, each bring unique experiences to the show. You'll benefit from their insightful perspectives as they talk with champions, coaches and experts.For more visit ChampionsMojo.com.
Episodes
262 episodes
Filmmaker Finds Redemption in the Pool: Michele Kuvin Kupfer's Journey Back to Swimming, EP 262
What happens when life's challenges pull you away from your passion, only to lead you back years later with a renewed sense of purpose? Michele Kuvin Kupfer, a former member of the 1980 Israeli Olympic swim team and filmmaker, invites us into h...
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Episode 262
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Olympian and Champion of Chemistry and Kicking: Chris Stevenson, EP 261
In this episode, we sit down with Chris Stevenson, an Olympian (Greece) and world and national holder in Masters swimming, chemistry professor, and long-time volunteer for U.S. Masters Swimming. Chris opens up about his recent return to swimmin...
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Episode 261
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Two Sport Champion On Swinging a Club and Swimming: Tricia Good, EP 260
Imagine winning a national swimming championship at 53 and simultaneously preparing to qualify for a senior amateur golf championship--all in the same week. Meet Tricia Good, a phenomenal athlete from the Sarasota Sharks Masters, who shares her...
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Swimming Through Challenges: Father-Son Champions Richard and Ian Neville Show Grit, EP 259
Get ready to be inspired by an extraordinary father-son duo! In this episode, we dive into the remarkable journey of Ian Neville, a recent Summer National Champion in the 100 breaststroke for men aged 18 to 25, and his father, Richard Neville, ...
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At age 27 Jenna Campbell: Elite College Swimmer to Masters World Record Holder, EP 258
27 Year Old Jenna Campbell, a former NCAA D-1 Swimmer at Cal Berkeley is a brand new Masters World Record holder for the 25-29 age group in the 200 long course meters freestyle with a blistering 2:02.06. Join us at the Mission Viejo pool ...
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Episode 258
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Sage Insights from Surgeon and Swimmer Dr. Peter Yu, EP 257
Could a pediatric surgeon's sage advice revolutionize your swimming performance? Join us for a captivating episode of Champion's Mojo, where we sit poolside with Dr. Peter Yu at the US Masters Long Course Nationals in Mission Viejo, CA. As both...
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Episode 257
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US Olympian Dave Sims Returns to Swimming With a Unique Approach, EP 256
Can a former US Olympian and Stanford University Star rediscover the joy of swimming decades after his peak? A member of the Santa Barbara Masters, meet Dave Sims, who not only embraced the sport again in his 40s but also shattered nation...
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World Record Setter and Surgeon Ellen Reynolds Raises the Bar, EP 255
What if you could shatter world records while excelling as a top pediatric surgeon? Join us for a compelling conversation with Ellen Reynolds, a master swimmer extraordinaire and recently retired pediatric surgeon, who has done just that. Ellen...
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Five Tips for Healthy Competition with Loved Ones, EP 254
Do you compete against your spouse, best friend, roommate, sibling? Ever wondered how to keep the competitive spirit alive without straining your closest relationships? Tune in to this week’s episode of Champions Mojo, where I, Kelly Palace, sh...
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Episode 254
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2024 Olympics Edition Honors Our Olympian Guests, EP 253
Imagine sharing the excitement of the 2024 Olympic Games with a loved one in their final days. That's what I'm doing with my 94-year-old father, and it's a journey filled with tears, laughter, and endless inspiration. That's why we've been on a...
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Episode 253
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Humor, Clear Goggles and Health in the Fast Lane with Bill Winters, EP 252
Do you love your fins or paddles? Ever wondered how a Masters swimmer in his late 50s keeps up in the fastest lane with the "young guns"? Tune in to our conversation with Bill Winters, who shares his journey from collegiate competitor at Auburn...
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Does the Triple Crown of Open Water Call You? Erika Beauchamp Answers the Call, EP 251
The Triple Crown of Open Water Swimming includes:1) Swim Around Manhattan--28.5 Miles2) Catalina Island Swim--21 Miles3) English Channel Swim--21+After surviving Breast Cancer at age 50 Erika Beauchamp decided to attempt the...
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A Nation's Capital Treasure: Coach John Flanagan's 50 Years of Excellence, EP 250
As we celebrate a landmark 250 episodes of Champions Mojo, I'm thrilled to bring you an intimate conversation with a figure who has not just coached me, but also shaped the destinies of countless swimmers—legendary Nations Capital coach John Fl...
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World Record Holder Zena Courtney's Dual Talents for Pool and Open Water, EP 249
Embark on an exciting journey with Zena Courtney, a master swimmer whose prowess extends far beyond her strokes in the pool. In a rare road trip among two great friends, we catch the afterglow of a spectacular showdown between Katie Ledecky and...
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World Champion Angela Staab: It's Not How Old You Are, It's How You Are Old! EP 248
Meet Angela Staab, the octogenarian dynamo whose running shoes have blazed a trail through the world of track and field, capturing 16 national titles after lacing up for the first time at the tender age of 57. Her zest for life and competition ...
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Episode 248
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Destroy Mental Blocks and Boost Performance with Ashley Eckermann, Sports Psych Expert, EP 247
Unlock the secrets to mastering your mental game with sports psychology expert Ashley Eckermann, our guiding light through the mental mazes we often find ourselves in. Ashley unravels how mental blocks, far from being sheer acts of willpower, a...
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Cavalier Aquatics Head Coach Gary Taylor on Thomas Heilman, Partnerships and More, EP 246
Head coach of Cavalier Aquatics, Gary Taylor, dives into the strategies that help lead his team to excellence among USA swim teams. In an engaging conversation with Champion's Mojo host Kelly Palace, Coach Taylor pulls back the curtain on the m...
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Episode 246
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US Masters Swimming Believes In Grown Up Swimming and Brian Robbins, EP 245
Remember that feeling of triumph when you touched the pool wall first during those childhood swim meets? We tap into that exuberant spirit with Brian Robbins, the founder and driving force behind Grown...
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Episode 245
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Aquatic Activist and Masters Swimmer: Hasna Muhammad Inspires, EP 244
Want to know what an aquatic activist is? What Hasna Muhammad is doing to encourage the hugely under represented Black Women Swimmers? Then dive headfirst into an episode that promises to saturate your spirit with inspiration and courage as we'...
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Sprinter Round Questions Answered by Kelly and Maria: You Asked, We Answered, EP 243
Listeners asked for the sprinter round questions from the Champion's Mojo Co-Hosts! So here it is... Ever been grilled about your quirkiest preferences or the simple choices that tell a story about who you are? Kelly Palace and Maria Parker are...
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Heart Transplant Recipient & Swim Coach Chris Rowe's Inspiring Journey, EP 242
When life throws you a curveball, do you dodge or catch it and throw it back? Coach Chris Rowe caught his curveball and turned it into a cannonball dive back into the pool of competitive swimming. From swimming for Auburn to the cusp of Olympic...
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Episode 242
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Year-End Nuggets from Our Top 10 Episodes of 2023, EP 241
Ready to kick start your 2024 with a dose of motivation and inspiration? Join us, your hosts Kelly Palace and Maria Parker as we take a trip down the memory lane, revisiting our top 10 favorite shows of 2023. We unwrap a treasure trove of insig...
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How Kelly Palace Broke 6 USMS National Records in 6 Different Events in 6 Weeks, EP 240
Hear the details of how Kelly Palace broke six national records, in six different events within a six-week span. Maria interviews Kelly who shares the challenges she faced, the 10 specific things she attributes these records to. You'll hear abo...
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US Olympic Coach and Swim Parent Todd DeSorbo's Advice for Swimmers and Parents, EP 239
What happens when an Olympic swimming coach dons the hat of a swimming parent? We had an enlightening conversation with Todd DeSorbo, a parent to his own son who swims--we caught Todd at his son's swim meet. Todd also happens to be the Ol...
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Making Waves at 93: The Inspiring Journey of Joan Campbell, Competitive Swimmer, EP 238
Get ready for an uplift as we share an inspiring chat with the marvelous Joan Campbell, founder of the Florida Aquatic Combined Team (FACT). A competitive swimmer who started making waves at the age of 59, Joan is now 93 and a true testament to...
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