A relatable, and entertaining podcast diving into the world of competitive swimming in NJ— through the eyes of moms living it every day. From practices and meets to swim politics, pressures, drama, college recruiting, and balancing family life, no topic is off limits. Hosted by NJ swim moms, episodes feature honest conversations, personal experiences, expert insights, and special guests . And of course, every episode includes our fan-favorite “Swim Mom Confessions” segment — where listeners anonymously share the funny, chaotic, emotional, and sometimes outrageous truths of swim parent life.
Every swimmer needs a reason to come back.
Renee and Rochelle talk about making competitive swimming work for kids at every level. How do you support swimmers chasing big goals while keeping the sport fun and rewarding for everyone? From inclusive meet formats and a chance to swim finals to team friendships and the pressure kids already put on themselves, we're talking about what helps swimmers stay in the sport.
In Episode 23 of the Swim Moms Podcast, we're talking about:
Youth-swimming participation and what keeps kids involved
Meet formats that give gold- and silver-level swimmers a chance to swim finals
Fun relays, team spirit, and friendships beyond the black line
Choosing the right team for your child and balancing ambition with enjoyment
Supporting swimmers without adding to the pressure they already carry
Plus swimming headlines, pool-deck favorites, and swim-mom confessions.
Coaches and swim parents: what does your team do to keep swimmers of different levels engaged and excited to come back? Tell us in the comments.
For the moms who live on pool decks. Follow the Swim Moms Podcast, share this episode with another swim parent, and join us on Instagram @swimmomspodcast.
2 Nov 2026
Episode 22: Chasing Cuts — When Their Friend Gets It First
Missed it by 0.09. Every swim mom knows that car ride.
Renee and Rochelle talk about chasing qualifying times—and the complicated feelings when your swimmer’s friend makes the cut first. How do you celebrate a best time that still misses the standard? What do you say after your kid is left off a relay or travel team? And when is a last-chance meet really their goal, rather than ours?
In Episode 22 of the Swim Moms Podcast, we’re talking about:
• The alphabet soup of swim cuts and short course yards versus meters
• Near misses, friendship, comparison, and the quiet ride home
• Aging up, swim birthdays, and starting over with tougher standards
• Early success, plateaus, and helping kids keep their love of swimming
• Last-chance meets and knowing who’s doing the chasing
Plus swimming headlines, pool-deck favorites, and swim-mom confessions.
Your kid’s best friend made the cut and yours didn’t. What did you actually say in the car? Tell us in the comments.
For the moms who live on pool decks. Follow the Swim Moms Podcast, share this episode with another swim parent, and join us on Instagram @swimmomspodcast.
25 Oct 2026
Episode 21: LSC Athlete Funding — Let’s Talk About It
Who should get athlete funding—and what happens when swim parents don’t agree? Renee and Rochelle get into some of swimming’s more controversial conversations, including athlete funding through Local Swimming Committees (LSCs).
It’s an honest conversation about a topic that can bring out strong opinions across the swim community.
Tell us: What is your take on LSC athlete funding? Keep the conversation respectful—we want to hear different perspectives.
Follow Swim Moms Podcast for honest conversations, laughs, and practical support from life on the pool deck.
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