The Olympics Exposed: World's Fastest Swimmer James Magnussen on Steroids & Competing w/ Kobe Bryant

In this episode, Jamie, Chris, and Bayley have an in-depth conversation with James Magnussen, one of the most celebrated swimmers of our time. James takes us through his early years, revealing how his passion for swimming was ignited and the rigorous journey that led him to become a world champion. He shares the exhilaration and pressure of competing at the highest level in the Olympics, offering a rare glimpse into the life of an elite athlete.

James opens up about the challenges he faced, including the controversial topic of performance-enhancing drugs in sports. He candidly discusses his thoughts on the issue and his surprising decision to sign up for the Enhanced Olympic Games. This episode is not just about victories and medals, but also about personal growth, resilience, and the pursuit of integrity in sports.

Tune in to hear James’s inspiring story of determination, the highs and lows of being at the top, and his vision for the future of competitive swimming.

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Timestamps:

0:00 - Introduction
4:13 - Why swimming?
14:45 - Being beaten by 0.1 second in the Olympics
21:10 - First Olympics experience
26:17 - Mind games in the Olympic Village
29:45 - Athlete mindset
32:20 - Nutrition
36:59 - PED use
49:06 - Enhanced Olympic Games
57:11 - Immediately implementable advice