In this deeply raw and emotional episode, Sean Hannity sits down with 12-time Olympic medalist Ryan Lochte and his partner, Mollie.  Ryan pulls back the curtain on the infamous 2016 Rio Olympics incident that turned him from America's favorite swimmer into the "most hated man in the world."

Ryan details the overwhelming media backlash, the sudden loss of millions in sponsorships, and the grueling 9-year spiral into severe depression, alcohol, and drug abuse that followed. He shares the terrifying details of a near-fatal 2023 car crash and how hitting absolute rock bottom finally led him to faith, forgiveness, and a second chance at life. Mollie joins the conversation to share her perspective on helping Ryan battle his demons and how a newfound relationship with God completely transformed him. This is a powerful story of sports rivalry, public fallouts, and ultimate spiritual redemption.

 

00:00:00 - 00:04:48 | Introduction: Ryan Lochte's Legendary Swimming Career

00:04:49 - 00:09:36 | The Early Years: Training 30 Hours a Week for Gold

00:09:37 - 00:15:26 | Rivalry of a Lifetime: Comparing Lochte vs. Phelps to Magic vs. Bird

00:15:27 - 00:20:57 | Rio 2016: The Truth About the Gas Station Incident

00:20:58 - 00:27:19 | The Global Fallout: Being Labeled the "Most Hated Man in the World"

00:29:27 - 00:36:39 | Dancing With The Stars Scandal

00:36:40 - 00:45:21 | The Darkest Depression: 9 Years of Addiction and Isolation

00:45:22 - 00:53:14 | The Car Wreck: Waking Up to a Second Chance from God

00:55:41 - 01:04:47 | Meeting Mollie: How a First Date Changed the Trajectory of My Life

01:04:48 - 01:08:03 | Seeking Help: Choosing Rehab to Become a Better Father

01:08:04 - 01:15:24 | Public Baptism: Finding Faith and Forgiveness at Church

01:15:25 - 01:23:37 | Financial Recovery: Going from Millions to the $30k Coaching Job

01:23:38 - 01:29:08 | Selling My Medals: Why Helping Kids Matters More Than Gold

01:29:09 - 01:32:24 | Closing Thoughts: Putting God First and Moving Toward the Future