Interview: 2-time Olympic medalist Olivia Smoliga is finding and spreading her power

Chicago River Swim, 1st open-water swimming event on river in nearly 100 years, goes off Sunday morning

By Markos Papadatos

Published January 13, 2025

2-time Olympic medalist Olivia Smoliga is “finding her power” and spreading it. She spoke about her latest ventures, which include the new “In Depth Swimming Academy.”

She reflects on being a part of the digital age and she shares the greatest lesson that the sport has ever taught her.

Florence Griffith Joyner once said: “I love working with kids, talking with them and listening to them. I always encourage kids to reach beyond their dreams. Don’t try to be like me. Be better than me.” This quote applies to Olivia Smoliga.

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