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EPISODE · Aug 18, 2025 · 56 MIN

Falling Short of Olympic Dreams, Making History in Hawaii, & A Comeback Story

from Athletes Rewired Podcast · host Makayla Sargent

Episode #10In this episode of Athletes Rewired, I sit down with Becca Mann — 8x U.S. National Team member, 2x National Champion, and the only person to ever complete the grueling Maui Nui Channel swim. Beyond her incredible accomplishments in the water, Becca has also made waves as an author, blending her creativity and discipline from sport into writing.Becca Mann opens up about what it meant to fall short of her Olympic dreams—and how that setback became the doorway to something far greater-becoming the only person to complete the 21-hour Maui Nui Tri-Channel Crossing. Becca talks about rediscovering her love for the sport, what her comeback looks like now, and how she’s finding joy in the water again.Whether you’re an athlete, a creative, or simply someone looking for inspiration on chasing big goals, this conversation with Becca will leave you rethinking what’s possible when you follow your passion with persistence.If this episode resonated with you, consider sharing it with a teammate, a friend, or someone navigating life after sport.Don’t forget to follow so you never miss a moment of this journey — and if you’d like to help this community grow, please leave a 5 star rating and review below! Join our Instagram community⁠ ⁠⁠HERE⁠⁠⁠Becca's instagram HERELink to Becca's books OUTSIDE THE LANES & UNRULY

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