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Optical Delusion is a podcast that challenges what you think you see. Hosted by two Team USA Paralympic swimmers, we dive into the untold, unexpected, and unapologetically real stories of Paralympians, athletes, and people with disabilities. From podium moments to plot twists no one prepared us for, we talk grit, identity, access, failure, humor, and everything in between. This isn’t a highlight reel or a feel-good montage; it’s a conversation about navigating a world that often underestimates you. Optical Delusion: telling the stories we did not see coming (and you probably didn't either).
Unknown Host hosts Optical Delusion, a news show with 17 episodes published.
Today we are so excited to share another new and unique perspective from 2012 Paralympic swimmer, Anna Johannes!! The conversation delves into the evolution of Paralympic sports coverage and support as Anna has recently
This episode includes an interview with Kendall Gretsch, a six-time Paralympian, covering her experiences in both the summer and winter games, as well as her recent achievements at the 2026 Milan Cortina games!! The conv
We are so thrilled to bring in our first wheelchair basketball athlete, Lindsey Zurbrugg! Lindsey has a wide range of accolades from her time on Team USA to coaching the University of Alabama's women's team to national c
We are SO excited for today's episode with our dream guests, Matthew and Paul Castle!! While not Paralympic athletes, this duo brings a unique perspective as creatives and social media figures. Paul's diagnosis is one th
We are so excited to welcome teammate and friend, Keegan Knott, onto the podcast this week! Keegan is a two time Paralympian with lots of firsthand navigating the NCAA, and elite level swimming with her disability. Our c
The podcast episode features a conversation with Paralympian Hannah Dederick, a two-time Paralympian in wheelchair racing. The discussion covers Hannah's journey, experiences at the Paralympic Games, and the competitive
The podcast episode features an interview with 4x World Gold Medalist, Paralympic swimmer Katie Kubiak. The conversation covers Katie's experience at NYU, accessibility in New York City, her journey into para swimming. T
The conversation covers the Winter Paralympic Games experience for the sibling duo of Meg and Spenser Gustafson! We fly into the world of guide skiing in the Paralympics, the challenges of training and competing in Paral
Our conversation covers Gia's Paralympic journey, her experiences in Tokyo and Paris, and the memories from the Team USA house. We also dive into reflections on past competitions, the formation of the S13 Dynasty, and th
The podcast episode features a discussion with members of Team USA's women's sled hockey team, focusing on the challenges and opportunities for women's sled hockey, the impact of para sports and representation, and an in
The conversation transitions into a deeper exploration of Paralympic sport and the importance of representation. The interview with Ali Truwit covers her journey as a Paralympic swimmer, her advocacy work, and the impact
In this episode, Grace and Olivia welcome Morgan Ray as the first guest they ever recorded an interview with, setting the stage for an authentic conversation about the realities of life as a Paralympic athlete. With a bl
The Winter Paralympics bring forth not only incredible athletic achievements but also the power of human spirit. These are not just competitions; they are narratives that inspire and unite. In this episode, we deep dive
The Winter Paralympics often remain in the shadow of their Summer counterpart, leaving many unaware of the incredible stories and athletes involved. So, what does it really take to compete at this level? In this episode,
In this conversation, Sydney shares her journey from able-bodied skiing to becoming a Paralympic athlete, discussing the challenges and triumphs she faced along the way. The discussion covers her experiences at the Beiji
In this episode of Optical Delusion, hosts Grace and Olivia welcome Paralympic swimmer Ahalya Lettenberger. They discuss Ahalya's journey as a swimmer, her experiences in college athletics, and her current studies in the
In this episode of Optical Delusion, hosts Grace Luper and Olivia Chambers introduce the complexities of Paralympic sports, focusing on classification systems that categorize athletes based on their abilities. They welco
In this inaugural episode of "Optical Delusion," hosts Grace Nuhfer and Olivia Chambers share their personal journeys into the world of Paralympic swimming. They discuss the challenges and triumphs they faced as athletes
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Optical Delusion is hosted by Unknown Host. The show is categorised under News (culture) and has published 17 episodes.
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