In the 1984 Summer Olympics, Rowdy Gaines captured hearts around the world—and three gold medals in the pool. But for Rowdy, his Olympic triumphs are just one chapter in a much bigger story. In this week’s episode, the legendary swimmer opens up about the moments that shaped him: the discipline of elite competition, the unexpected turns of life before and after gold, and the personal journey that led him to faith and family. 3:55- Discovering an Incredible Talent 7:05- An Olympic Boycott and Four More Years 11:14- Being an Olympian 15:00- Mental Vs. Medal 16:31- Finding True Love at a Gas Station in Vegas 20:50- Judy’s Conversion 23:17- Rowdy’s Conversion 29:32- Guillain-Barré Syndrome 31:23- USA Swimming Community 33:10- Feeling the Lord’s Love 36:46- The Olympic Spirit 39:39- What Does It Mean To Be All In the Gospel of Jesus Christ? “I never said I was perfect in swimming but one thing I was, I was consistent. …Don’t worry about being perfect, just worry about being consistent. And that’s what I try to work on with the gospel is just trying to work on the consistency…” Links: Video of Rowdy’s Olympic Individual Medal: <a id= "enhancement-5c487a80-af00-11f0-822d-915ac92241a7" class= "ProsemirrorEditor-link" href= "https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=tCQySyUWMLs&pp=ygUXUm93ZHkgZ2FpbmVzIGdvbGQgbWVkYWw%3D"> 1984 Olympic Games - Men's 100 Meter Freestyle westnyacktwins•152K views•11 years ago</a> Arthur Brooks article (behind paywall): <a id= "enhancement-5c487a81-af00-11f0-822d-915ac92241a7" class= "ProsemirrorEditor-link" href= "https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6502755/2025/07/18/scottie-scheffler-arthur-brooks-happiness-fulfillment-open/"> The New York Times https://www.nytimes.comScottie Scheffler raised questions about happiness and fulfillment. This ...</a> McKay Coppins piece following President Nelson’s passing: <a id= "enhancement-5c487a82-af00-11f0-822d-915ac92241a7" class= "ProsemirrorEditor-link" href= "https://www.theatlantic.com/ideas/archive/2025/09/michigan-shooting-mormon-prophet-peace/684408/"> The Atlantic https://www.theatlantic.comA Prophet's Diagnosis</a> Recent Editorial by Rowdy Gaines: <a id= "enhancement-5c487a83-af00-11f0-822d-915ac92241a7" class= "ProsemirrorEditor-link" href= "https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/rowdy-gaines-i-stand-with-michael-phelps-im-fighting-too/"> https://www.swimmingworldmagazine.com/news/rowdy-gaines-i-stand-with-michael-phelps-im-fighting-too/</a> Grand Blanc Bishop following Michigan tragedy: <a id= "enhancement-5c48a190-af00-11f0-822d-915ac92241a7" class= "ProsemirrorEditor-link" href= "https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=l3G9MT-7bgs&pp=ygUSR3JhbmQgYmxhbmMgYmlzaG9w"> Bishop of Michigan Congregation Speaks About Tragic Shooting Church Newsroom•84K views•3 weeks ago</a>

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