Animal PakCast

Joseph Pircher recruits special guest host Rob Hall to get behind the mic with him as they have Dan "Boss" Green on for another great episode of the Animal Pakcast. Dan answers some fan generated questions and keys the world in on his favorite Mitch Hedberg jokes. Don't miss this.

Still locked down in NY, Vincenzo "Mass" Masone gets on a call with the guys for another Animal Pakcast. He jumps into what he's been up to, his show plans for this year, and the ins and outs of routinely living over 300lb.

Animal's newest athlete, Rob Kearney, wastes no time getting on the Animal Pakcast and discussing his newly set American Log Press record and a bit about how he got to this stage in his career. Listening is a must.

IFBB Pro and Olympia hopeful John Jewett links up with the Pakcast crew to discuss his mindset prior to last year's breakout season and what has changed going into this one.

Chris Tuttle gets online with the Pakcast crew, shoots the breeze and answers some fan-submitted questions regarding his personal progress. He also discusses when he plans to get on the open bodybuilding stage.

On this episode of the Animal Pakcast, Joseph Pircher catches up with Animal athlete and fireman/police officer Andrew Herbert to discuss not only the state of the country but also the state of the powerlifting scene.

On this episode of the Animal Pakcast, Gary "G-Six" Turner takes the helm as host alongside Rudy Checo and gets in the mix with 25x world record holder Stefi Cohen. The crew dives into exploring new training disciplines, as well as getting Stefi's thoughts on her experience in the Animal Cage.

Animal Pakcast host Joseph Pircher comes at us with a special edition of the Ask Animal segment featuring Animal military ambassadors Jason Hebert and Mercedes Pollard. They, along with Animal Military Brand Manager Ryan Fitzgerald, take a dive into a military-based Q&A session and discuss how this plays into their fitness lives.

Animal's newest athlete and deadlift powerhouse, Jamal Browner, gets online with the Pakcast for a one-on-one show where he dives into how he's handling his newfound powerlifting recognition and what it's like to have his eyes set on a 1000lb raw deadlift.

Olympia contender Derek Lunsford gets on the Animal Pakcast with coach James Brown to discuss his plans and what's been going down with training as he eyes the coveted 212 title.

Rob Hall links up with the Pakcast crew all the way from Texas to give us an update on how he's managing during these times. He also gives us a little insight into how a performer approaches the platform in the Animal Cage. As expected, Rob doesn't pull any punches. He lets it all out. Be sure to tune in for this one.

Evan Centopani calls in from Connecticut to join the guys on the latest installment of the Ask Animal segment of the Pakcast. He gives us a New York Pro update and gives us his thoughts about upholding his family while maintaining a pro level physique.

Desperate times call for desperate measures. With current social distancing restrictions in place, the guys are hosting the Ask Animal segment of the Pakcast remotely. We have IFBB PRO John Jewett on the line to answer some questions regarding quarantine training, dealing with food shortages, and the champion's mindset needed to get through these tough circumstances.

This just in: Big Vincenzo is back in the Pakcast booth with host Joseph Pircher, and the guys break down some of Vin's latest stage achievements as well as how he deals with internet hate. Be sure to tune in. 

The latest episode of the "Ask Animal" segment is now live. With us today is our very good friend and special guest athlete, Vincenzo Masone. Vin and the guys answer fan-submitted questions about supps, training, and even some PED talk. This is one you don't want to miss. Click the link in our bio, or listen to the episode on your favorite streaming platform.

Coming in all the way from Connecticut, Evan Centopani and Chris Tuttle land in the Animal Pakcast studio to discuss how they met and share some of the crazy stories from when they were training partners. This is an absolute listen.    

Vincenzo "Mass" Masone returns to the Animal Pakcast booth and dives deep into balancing family and relationships with bodybuilding. Coming from a large Italian family and recently engaged, Vincenzo talks about how he juggles everything, makes time for loved ones, all while still maintaining a rigorous training schedule.

The truth is, there are going to be people more skilled, more focused with a higher work ethic out there. Plain and simple: They’re just going to be better. So for you to rise above and succeed, how are you going to do the same thing that others are failing with? Dan Green dives headfirst into this topic on the next Animal Pakcast. Be sure to listen.

The boys are back in the booth for the next episode of "Ask Animal." As usual, they're answering all of your raw, unfiltered questions and talking shop about training, supplementation, and who's winning the Arnold in a week. Don't miss it.

Grant Higa, one of the Animal OGs, heads to the Pakcast studio where he gets into his Hawaiian days prior to being known for the weights. He talks about what it was like to originally compete at 198lb. Tune in to get an inside view of the one they call Higamonster.

IFBB Pro Chris Tuttle heads to the Pakcast studio to dive deep into his formidable years when he grew up as a motocross rider. The lessons were sometimes strict and harsh, but they set the framework for how Chris approaches his business, bodybuilding, and life in general.

You asked, we listened. We're proud to announce the debut of the "Ask Animal" segment of the Animal Pakcast. Gary "G-Six" Turner, Joseph Pircher, and Jason Budsock dive headfirst into fan-submitted questions. Nothing is EVER off the table. Comment on what you think and leave questions for the next episode below.

The Pakcast returns from a seasonal hiatus to bring you an exclusive one-on-one with IFBB Pro Evan Centopani. Evan discusses his journey back from a devastating knee injury, and if, and when, he plans to compete again. 

Soft-spoken and stronger than all hell, Dan Green arrives at the Animal Pakcast studio to get into his upbringing and how he became the Boss that he is today.

While the saying "big things come in small packages" is sometimes true, it's not in the case with our next guest on the Animal Pakcast. BIG Vincenzo Masone joins us in the studio where he highlights many aspects of his background, from his upbringing all the way to when he first became an athlete with Animal.

IFBB Pro Chris Tuttle gets into the booth with us for the next episode of Animal Pakcast. He gives us a look at his upbringing, who he is as a person and athlete, and his thought process on life.

Animal Mentality (@animalmentality) follows up with his conversation with Jordan “Muscle Doc” Shallow, entrepreneur, educator, powerlifter, and chiropractor. In this concluding episode, they discuss a pivotal decision Jordan had to make, and one we are sometimes called to make. Could he walk away from success, his cushy, secure but limiting lifestyle and live out of his suitcase and travel in order to pursue a dream? Listen and find out.

Animal catches Jordan Shallow, the “Muscle Doc,” during a short layover in Jersey. Taking advantage, Animal Mentality (@animalmentality) talks to Jordan about overcoming adversity, as well as his life as an inveterate itinerant – why he loves spreading the word about strength conditioning, chiropractic theories, and powerlifting, to thousands of fans the world. 

On this week’s episode John Jewett, registered dietitian and pro bodybuilder, and Jason Budsock, Universal Product Director, discusses the newest addition to the Animal product line, Pump Pro.

This week we talk with Danny Jakab, Air Force Staff Sergeant and animal athlete, about his upbringing, his military background, family, and how he balances bodybuilding and his career.

This week we talk with Derek Lunsford, IFBB Pro, about passion, calling, and purpose but most important of all: the champion mindset, what it is and how one goes about achieving it.

This week we talk with Gary Turner, national level bodybuilder and Animal athlete, about his journey into the sport and what it's like to work at Animal HQ: from having to choose between his girlfriend or bodybuilding to almost burning down the office.

This week we continue talking with Rob Hall, Texas native and one of the world's top 300+ lbs power lifters, about almost quitting football in high school to having a professional wrestler for a dad to almost becoming a pro wrestler himself.

This week we talk with Rob Hall, Texas native and one of the world's top 300+ lbs power lifters, about almost quitting football in high school to having a professional wrestler for a dad to almost becoming a pro wrestler himself.

This week we talk with John Jewett, IFBB Pro and registered dietician, about his 4th place win at this year's Olympia and the improvements he's made (physically and mentally) since his previous win at the Chicago Pro. Also featuring a guest appearance by Animal team member Joe Pircher, who was there behind-the-scenes with John at pre-judging and judging.

This week we talk with Evan Centopani, IFBB Pro, about the psychology of shortcuts and the reality of steroid use in professional bodybuilding.

This week we talk with Derek Lunsford, IFBB Pro, about his thoughts on competing at the Olympia, his humble beginnings, and the influential people in his life.

This week we talk with John Jewett, IFBB Pro and registered dietician, about competing at the upcoming Olympia and the moments in his life that drove him to this prestigious event.

This week we talk with Evan Centopani and try to answer one simple question - "What do I owe my fucking fans".