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Today I’m talking with Danny Grigsby, a Marine Corp Sergeant, and the current deadlift world record holder in the 275 class. A man whose determination to succeed is matched only by desire to help the community and serve his country. This is potentially one of the most hands-on episodes yet, as we break down the proper method of hook grip, how to position yourself correctly in the sumo stance, and even some practical tips if you’re considering a stint in the military. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This afternoon I have the privilege of talking with the White Rhino, Stan Efferding, creator of the Vertical Diet, the Kooler, and known around the world as the strongest pro bodybuilder alive. With decades of experiences in the fitness and nutrition industry, as well as a well documented track record of success in coaching and performance, Stan has become a staple nutrition coach for athletes across the board. You don’t want to miss any of this episode as we talk about his Shark Tank experience, how to trick your kids into eating their protein, and why salt is the single most important nutrition accessory you aren’t using right. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This evening I’m chatting with Big Business, Marcus Leoni, a top level powerlifter and real estate broker, who’s been a bit of a sleeper cell in the industry, holding a total of over 2,100 pounds while balancing two different real estate companies. You don’t want to miss any of this conversation, as we cover work/training balance, being multi-faceted as an individual and as an athlete, and your best options for steak on the market. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Kicking off the second half of season four is Joe Sullivan, world renowned powerlifter and owner of Pinnacle Performance in Columbus Ohio. With a background in medically integrated fitness, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Exercise Science & Kinesiology, Joe has proven time and time again that he is an invaluable asset to the powerlifting community. You may have seen him in the Animal Cage, or blasted all over the the top powerlifting Instagram pages, but you don’t want to miss any of this episode, raw, and uncut, as we delve into the nuances of the powerlifting industry, the importance of high quality breakfast foods, and the danger the USPC brings to powerlifting. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Tonight I have the pleasure of chatting with Rob Hall, powerlifting legend, and TikTok phenomenon, whose Animal Cage performance of 2,000 pounds in 33 seconds has made his nickname “worldbreakersavage” a household phrase in the powerlifting community. You don’t want to miss any of this mid-season finale as we talk TikTok, strange breakfast choices, and share a lot of laughs over the anomalies in the fitness industry. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in. Rob: @worldbreakersavage Moses: @bigmopowerlifting
This afternoon I have the privilege of speaking with Jessica Wester, USAPL star powerlifter and one of my longest standing connections from my introduction into the powerlifting industry. Just as avid a gamer and dog lover as she is a monster on the platform, Jessica’s intrinsic approach to training, coaching and relationships led to one of the best episodes yet for the show. Don’t miss a single minute as we talk creepy DMs, the rise and fall of the Assassin’s Creed franchise, and competing at the Arnold in the midst of a global pandemic. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Tonight I’m sitting down with Garrett Fear, powerlifting phenomenon and owner of Indy City Barbell, whose journey from teenage heroin addict to one of the biggest names in powerlifting has led to a pretty large and loyal following, coupled with his tendency to speak his mind and let you know exactly where you stand with him. Don’t miss a single minute of this episode as we speak into the importance of doing your research before taking P.E.D.s, why breakfast burritos need cream cheese, and the toxicity that comes with using 25lb bumper plates and calling them 45s. SO sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This afternoon I’m chatting with Aaron Patrick, infamous bassist of the metal band All That Remains, and avid powerlifter. You don’t want to miss any of this episode as we branch out from our normal fitness programming and into the world of music, talking all things metal, PB&J’s in tour vans, and naming your kid Apple. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This evening I’m sitting down with Brianny Terry, 2x All-time World Record Holder, AnimalPak team member, and one of the fastest growing female names in the powerlifting industry. You don’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk powerlifting and mental health, positive affirmations, and the world famous “dumb bitch juice”. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in. Brianny: @briannyt Moses: @bigmopowerlifting / @faith_fitness_podcast
Tonight I have the privilege of chatting with Robb Philippus, the powerlifting squat legend, coach, and little known car fanatic. Have you wondered what it takes to squat 900 pounds raw? Then this is the episode for you. You don’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we laugh our way through tough guys at meets, double cheeseburgers, and the surprising headroom in a Prius. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Today I have the honor of sitting down with Justin Dubs, renowned powerlifting coach, ex-convict and drug addict turned family man, and guy who at the end of the day is ready to make a positive impact on not only his family, but the next generation of powerlifters. You don’t want to miss a single minute of probably the most inspirational episode yet, as we talk drug rehab, solitary confinement, positive affirmations, and take the steps necessary to better yourself. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in. Justin: @coach_dubshtx / @dubsbarbellclub Moses: @bigmopowerlifting / @faith_fitness_podcast
We’re kicking off season four STRONG this morning with Stacy “Bama” Burr, the best in the world, and a personal friend of mine.World record holder, Head coach of BamaBrickSquad, Host of the Champion Mindset Podcast, and Owner of Hyperion Sports Nutrition, Stacy is determined to continue making a wide-reaching and lasting impact on the fitness community. Never too busy to help someone trying to better themselves, Bama has done everything in her power to eliminate that “elite athlete” unapproachability stigma, and has had a BLAST doing it. You don’t want to miss a single minute of this season four premiere as we talk LGBTQ+ encouragement, the importance of personal faith, and why every dog is a good dog. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Today I have the honor of sitting down with Ed Coan, holder of over 70 world records, and widely renowned as the greatest powerlifter of all time. Despite having since retired from competing, Ed continues to remain a pillar of the powerlifting community, passing on the torch and giving back to the sport that has brought him so much joy over his lifetime. You don’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk not only about what it takes to become the best, but what it takes to stay there. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Today I have the privilege of chatting with Andrew Herbert, affectionately known as "Herbie", whose prominence in the fitness industry is surpassed only by his humility . A police officer, a firefighter, and one of the best powerlifters alive, Andrew has left a lasting impact on not only his community, but the fitness industry as a whole. You don't want to miss a single minute of this episode as we discuss the state of the country, faith, and of course FOOD! Sit back, relax, and let's dive in.
Today I’m sitting down with Matt “bulldog” Mitchell, a long-time lifter, marine corp veteran, and JB Boss athlete, whose aggression in and out of the gym had led to the creation of not only an elite lifter, but quite a following as well. You won’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk controversy, natty vs unnatty, and all your favorite powerlifting taboo, so sit back, relax, and let’s dive in. Note: throughout the episode you will notice audio overlap/voice intersection and delays in dialogue - due to the nature of our remote recording, this audio overlay was unavoidable and unfortunately not editable as the interview is a single audio file. None of these overlaps or delays occurred during recording, but such is the nature of remote interviews. Thanks for listening.
This afternoon I’m talking with Andrew Lawrence, a long-time friend of mine in the fitness industry, and a vocal mental health advocate, particularly as it pertains to life balance and training. A lover of doughnuts and soju, Andrew has remained a consistent mentor in my own training and education, so you won’t want to miss a single minute of this episode as we talk all things fitness and food. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This evening I’m sitting down with Charity Witt, a 1st Phorm Athlete, NBC Titan Games champion and head coach of the new coaching platform, NoQuitInWitt. Charity became the first woman in APC history to receive overall best lifter, and has set multiple American and world records in powerlifting since beginning her fitness journey. Her phrase, “I don’t quit when I’m tired, I quit when I’m done” is the perfect representation of her willingness to work however long it takes to achieve her goals and see them through to completion. You won’t want to miss a single minute of this action-packed episode as we talk life balance, perseverance against all odds, and what it takes to become one of the best, so sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This afternoon I’m sitting down with Trevor Jaffe, renowned strength coach and owner of Jaffe Strength. With a repertoire in strongman, weightlifting and powerlifting, Trevor has coached over 15 all-time world records with multiple athletes, as well as with my old coach Stacy Burr. You aren’t going to want to miss a single minute of this episode with “the deadlift whisperer” as we talk strategy, the future of the sport and more. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This afternoon I’m chatting with Ian Daniel, the only crossfit games athlete ever to total 2000lbs across the squat, bench and deadlift. Affectionately referred to as “the rhino”, Ian’s natural ability in the sumo deadlift is a sight to behold, even when it’s for a parlor trick high handle 900lb trap bar deadlift. You aren’t going to want to miss a single moment of this episode as we talk training, nutrition, and why the body positivity movement sucks, so sit back, relax and dive in.
We are so excited to jump into season three, opening with the release of Stefi Cohen, and burning through some of the top fitness athletes in the world. You don’t want to miss a single episode!
In this season three premiere, I have the privilege of sitting down with Dr. Stefanie Cohen, an Animal Pak and Ghost Strong athlete, holder of 25 all time world records and co-owner of Hybrid Performance Method in Miami, whose remarkable story began with growing up in Venezuela as a member of the national soccer team to becoming the first woman in history to deadlift over 4x her bodyweight. As Cohen is undoubtedly one of the strongest women alive, and one of the greatest inspirations in the fitness industry today, I thought it was only fitting to open season 3 with her story. So please, sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
In the season two finale of Faith, Fitness, and French Toast, I sit down with Steve Johnson, an elite level powerlifter, Jailhouse Strong athlete, and host of the forsaken warrior podcast, whose deadlift leg pumps, aggressive training style and 909lb deadlift have all combined to leave a lasting mark on the powerlifting community. You’re not going to want to miss this episode as we talk bar fights, the animal cage, coaching and more. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
This evening I’m sitting down with Hans Ballew, owner and CEO of Tennessee Pre, a preworkout supplement company based out of East Tennessee that launched this Spring, and has already sent shockwaves through the supplement industry. You’re not going to want to miss this VOLs reunion as we talk supplements, East Tennessee, faith and more. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in.
Today I’m sitting down with Rob Zaila, head coach of Croqueta Strength, whose phrase “stop playing with an empty bar” has been a firm reminder that you’ve never fully arrived. You’re not going to want to miss this episode as we talk croquetas, lifting mentality and more. So sit back, relax, and let’s dive in