Forging Fury Podcast

We are honored to be joined this week by our friend and newest Fury coach, Joe Mike Paul. Joe is a Wisconsin transplant who moved to Arizona to pursue his passion for helping people with dialing in their nutrition and nurturing in them a life of fitness. But Joe’s path to where he is now was anything but average. Inspired by a horible family tragedy, Joe has learned how to fight through adversity and come out of the hardship better and stronger.

We are honored to be joined this week by our friend and newest Fury coach, Joe Mike Paul. Joe is a Wisconsin transplant who moved to Arizona to pursue his passion for helping people with dialing in their nutrition and nurturing in them a life of fitness. But Joe's path to where he is now was anything but average. Inspired by a horible family tragedy, Joe has learned how to fight through adversity and come out of the hardship better and stronger.

Buckle up for one of our most open and honest podcasts ever. We thought we were going to be talking to our guest, Bee Evans, about two of our favorite things: mindset and booty shorts, but this conversation ended up going so much deeper. Bee is the host of the Tear Out the Tags Podcast, a former Phoenix Suns dancer, and was a key player in her family's oil and gas business. Despite being someone who was as comfortable on the dance floor as she was in the oil industry, Bee still felt like she was battling a wide array of unwanted tags that were placed on her in all areas of life. So she decided to tear out the tags. Her insight on the tags we accept from others and those we place on ourselves is profound, and she challenged us in ways we never thought possible. We think you'll be challened too.

Buckle up for one of our most open and honest podcasts ever. We thought we were going to be talking to our guest, Bee Evans, about two of our favorite things: mindset and booty shorts, but this conversation ended up going so much deeper. Bee is the host of the Tear Out the Tags Podcast, a former Phoenix Suns dancer, and was a key player in her family's oil and gas business. Despite being someone who was as comfortable on the dance floor as she was in the oil industry, Bee still felt like she was battling a wide array of unwanted tags that were placed on her in all areas of life. So she decided to tear out the tags. Her insight on the tags we accept from others and those we place on ourselves is profound, and she challenged us in ways we never thought possible. We think you'll be challened too.

The Legends Master's Competition took place just around the corner from us and we had the opportunity to meet and interview one of the top women's competitors, Sheena Shaw-Hammer. Sheena took 5th place in her division (Women 35-39) this past weekend. Sheena is a mother of 4, owner of Ben Lomond Crossfit in North Ogden, UT, and a former Crossfit Games athlete. We discussed how high-level gymnastics taught her how to be competitive from a young age and how CrossFit allowed her to continue being competitive once she wrapped up her college gymnastics career. Who knew that a gym drop-in could result in such an interesting conversation? We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

The Legends Master's Competition took place just around the corner from us and we had the opportunity to meet and interview one of the top women's competitors, Sheena Shaw-Hammer. Sheena took 5th place in her division (Women 35-39) this past weekend. Sheena is a mother of 4, owner of Ben Lomond Crossfit in North Ogden, UT, and a former Crossfit Games athlete. We discussed how high-level gymnastics taught her how to be competitive from a young age and how CrossFit allowed her to continue being competitive once she wrapped up her college gymnastics career. Who knew that a gym drop-in could result in such an interesting conversation? We hope you enjoy it as much as we did.

Today we sit down and talk with Marvin Chargualaf, Fury member (and Spotlight Athlete for November 2020) about his fitness journey from Type 2 diabetes to taking control of his health through proper nutrition and CrossFit. We also discuss his native home of Guam, his experience in the military, and what it's like dealing with PTSD. We didn't, however, get the chance to chastise him for being a Seahawks fan. As a podcast who backs the Arizona Cardinals, we cannot condone this behavior. Other than that, Marvin is one of the best guys you could meet.

Today we sit down and talk with Marvin Chargualaf, Fury member (and Spotlight Athlete for November 2020) about his fitness journey from Type 2 diabetes to taking control of his health through proper nutrition and CrossFit. We also discuss his native home of Guam, his experience in the military, and what it's like dealing with PTSD. We didn't, however, get the chance to chastise him for being a Seahawks fan. As a podcast who backs the Arizona Cardinals, we cannot condone this behavior. Other than that, Marvin is one of the best guys you could meet.

Forging Fury Season 2 is here! As a podcast, the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic really knocked us to the mat, but were back up and ready for Round 2. We plan on bringing you a ton of new content in the next season, and appreciate you sticking with us. We figured we'd knock the rust off by just getting back behind our mics and riffing for a while. We had a lot to catch up on together and spent some time doing just that. So pull up a chair with us and let's catch up.

Forging Fury Season 2 is here! As a podcast, the fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic really knocked us to the mat, but were back up and ready for Round 2. We plan on bringing you a ton of new content in the next season, and appreciate you sticking with us. We figured we'd knock the rust off by just getting back behind our mics and riffing for a while. We had a lot to catch up on together and spent some time doing just that. So pull up a chair with us and let's catch up.

Kermit and Miss Piggy. Peanut Butter and Jelly. Kanye and Kim. Chips and Salsa. Netflix and Chill. Well, we've got one more epic pair to add to the list: Jordan and Tracy. Today's episode features Forging Fury's official favorite couple, as evidenced by the amount of times we've had them on the show. As you know, we're all still mired in the never-ending COVID disaster. Originally billed as "15 days to slow the spread", this pandemic has all but consumed most of 2020. We're now stuck in the purgatory between being totally over the lockdowns and safely returning to some degree of normalcy. We know we’ve discussed COVID before, but today we brought together two very intelligent minds to discuss this pandemic at a depth that goes well above our pay grade as your intrepid podcast hosts. We hope you enjoy the dialogue. Feel free to weigh in with your thoughts!

Kermit and Miss Piggy. Peanut Butter and Jelly. Kanye and Kim. Chips and Salsa. Netflix and Chill. Well, we've got one more epic pair to add to the list: Jordan and Tracy. Today's episode features Forging Fury's official favorite couple, as evidenced by the amount of times we've had them on the show. As you know, we're all still mired in the never-ending COVID disaster. Originally billed as "15 days to slow the spread", this pandemic has all but consumed most of 2020. We're now stuck in the purgatory between being totally over the lockdowns and safely returning to some degree of normalcy. We know we've discussed COVID before, but today we brought together two very intelligent minds to discuss this pandemic at a depth that goes well above our pay grade as your intrepid podcast hosts. We hope you enjoy the dialogue. Feel free to weigh in with your thoughts!

Here we go again. As we enter our second wave lockdown in Arizona, Michael and Reilly discuss COVID-19 information/misinformation, the public response to mask-wearing, and the new Executive Order that bans people from going to the gym Nevermind that healthier people fare MUCH better with COVID than those with obesity, diabetes, and other underlying health conditions. And let's definitely NOT point out the double-standard that allows Cracker Barrels and WalMarts and casinos to remain open. Apparently these places are "essential" to public health. But not gyms. [insert eyeroll here]

Here we go again. As we enter our second wave lockdown in Arizona, Michael and Reilly discuss COVID-19 information/misinformation, the public response to mask-wearing, and the new Executive Order that bans people from going to the gym Nevermind that healthier people fare MUCH better with COVID than those with obesity, diabetes, and other underlying health conditions. And let's definitely NOT point out the double-standard that allows Cracker Barrels and WalMarts and casinos to remain open. Apparently these places are "essential" to public health. But not gyms. [insert eyeroll here]

Honored to have NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Champion MVP Kurt Warner join us on the podcast today. We talk a lot about mindset and how inner confidence is key to pushing past the discouragements that life inevitably throws at you. We also discussed football (obviously), his foundation's yearly UFE event, and and how to raise children to learn their value and elevate their inner confidence. We also got to dive into the work he and his wife Brenda are doing with Treasure House Phoenix, an active living community for young adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities. This is an endeavor that is near and dear to their hearts. Enjoy!

Honored to have NFL Hall of Famer and Super Bowl Champion MVP Kurt Warner join us on the podcast today. We talk a lot about mindset and how inner confidence is key to pushing past the discouragements that life inevitably throws at you. We also discussed football (obviously), his foundation's yearly UFE event, and and how to raise children to learn their value and elevate their inner confidence. We also got to dive into the work he and his wife Brenda are doing with Treasure House Phoenix, an active living community for young adults with cognitive and developmental disabilities. This is an endeavor that is near and dear to their hearts. Enjoy!

Today we pay respects to a man who did not deserve to die and contemplate a society that is deeply hurt, deeply angry, and deeply divided. We wish we didn't need to have this conversation, but we do.

Today we pay respects to a man who did not deserve to die and contemplate a society that is deeply hurt, deeply angry, and deeply divided. We wish we didn't need to have this conversation, but we do.

Our guest today is Fury coach and Bomb Squad athlete Rachel Cannon. She joins Reilly to discuss her journey of learning to find her identity as a wife, mother, and athlete. Great episode with a great coach and friend of the podcast!

Our guest today is Fury coach and Bomb Squad athlete Rachel Cannon. She joins Reilly to discuss her journey of learning to find her identity as a wife, mother, and athlete. Great episode with a great coach and friend of the podcast!

Our largest episode cast ever features the Faser Family: Bob, Bo, Brody Blaze, Brynn, and Bella. These longtime Fury members are a tight-knit crew and some of the kindest and most encouraging people you could ever meet We discuss everything Faser, from Bob's and Bo's Lockheed Martin romance to modern-day family CrossFit competitions – and everything in between! Enjoy!

Our largest episode cast ever features the Faser Family: Bob, Bo, Brody Blaze, Brynn, and Bella. These longtime Fury members are a tight-knit crew and some of the kindest and most encouraging people you could ever meet We discuss everything Faser, from Bob's and Bo's Lockheed Martin romance to modern-day family CrossFit competitions – and everything in between! Enjoy!

Our good friend Michael Stahl joins us on this episode. Michael, Kristen, and the kids are a much-loved Fury family, and we were honored to have him on to discuss all kinds of things – from family planning (or a lack thereof) to CrossFit to religion. Along with being a family man, a CrossFitter, and an avid Arizona sports fan, Michael is a church planter who is preparing to start a church in the West Valley in 2021. Reilly took this opportunity to ask a lot of questions that many non-religious people have about God and organized religion. It got real deep. So if you planned on going to church this Easter but couldn't because of COVID-19, don't worry; we're bringing church to YOU!

Our good friend Michael Stahl joins us on this episode. Michael, Kristen, and the kids are a much-loved Fury family, and we were honored to have him on to discuss all kinds of things – from family planning (or a lack thereof) to CrossFit to religion. Along with being a family man, a CrossFitter, and an avid Arizona sports fan, Michael is a church planter who is preparing to start a church in the West Valley in 2021. Reilly took this opportunity to ask a lot of questions that many non-religious people have about God and organized religion. It got real deep. So if you planned on going to church this Easter but couldn't because of COVID-19, don't worry; we're bringing church to YOU!

This one is pretty simple: it's your favorite podcast hosts sitting around a dinner table with their much more attractive better halves – Heidi and Megan – having 6-foot-spaced, face-to-face human interaction in a crazy quarantine world. We're not even going to bother with telling you the topics of this episode because we go all over the map. We can't travel freely in real life, but the government's got no control over where our conversation takes us.

This one is pretty simple: it's your favorite podcast hosts sitting around a dinner table with their much more attractive better halves – Heidi and Megan – having 6-foot-spaced, face-to-face human interaction in a crazy quarantine world. We're not even going to bother with telling you the topics of this episode because we go all over the map. We can't travel freely in real life, but the government's got no control over where our conversation takes us.

Today we chat with Cameron & Michelle Moore, fellow Fury members and owners of Continuous Motion Physical Therapy. We tap into their expertise by asking some of the top questions that athletes have for PT pros (or at least the top questions that we have). If you have other questions you'd like to ask, leave a comment below and they'll respond. Thanks for listening while in quarantine. Stay safe out there, Sweet People!

Today we chat with Cameron & Michelle Moore, fellow Fury members and owners of Continuous Motion Physical Therapy. We tap into their expertise by asking some of the top questions that athletes have for PT pros (or at least the top questions that we have). If you have other questions you'd like to ask, leave a comment below and they'll respond. Thanks for listening while in quarantine. Stay safe out there, Sweet People!

Today's episode features 13-month Fury member, Frankie Almonte. Frankie discusses his CrossFit journey and how he's been able to make amazing strides in his fitness and nutrition over the last year or so. We also get into his military career and how he developed a reputation for being the one guy who laughed his way through Basic Training – yeah, he's the kind of person who actually describes Basic as "fun". Great episode with a great guy, and an inspiring member of the Fury community.

Today's episode features 13-month Fury member, Frankie Almonte. Frankie discusses his CrossFit journey and how he's been able to make amazing strides in his fitness and nutrition over the last year or so. We also get into his military career and how he developed a reputation for being the one guy who laughed his way through Basic Training – yeah, he's the kind of person who actually describes Basic as "fun". Great episode with a great guy, and an inspiring member of the Fury community.

With Coronavirus (aka COVID-19) the talk of the town these days, we thought we'd bring one of our favorite guests -- Dr. Jordan Leonard -- back for another episode to help us understand this virus and what we need to know as it makes it's way to our doorsteps. What is this virus like? How is it affecting populations around the world? How will it affect us? Are things looking more dire or more positive as we learn more and more about the spread? How should we respond and/or prepare? What is hype and what is fact? Where is all the toilet paper?! Lots of good info in this one! Disinfect that radio dial, then turn it up!

With Coronavirus (aka COVID-19) the talk of the town these days, we thought we'd bring one of our favorite guests -- Dr. Jordan Leonard -- back for another episode to help us understand this virus and what we need to know as it makes it's way to our doorsteps. What is this virus like? How is it affecting populations around the world? How will it affect us? Are things looking more dire or more positive as we learn more and more about the spread? How should we respond and/or prepare? What is hype and what is fact? Where is all the toilet paper?! Lots of good info in this one! Disinfect that radio dial, then turn it up!

Today we continue our conversation with Tommy Marquez and Sean Woodland of the Talking Elite Fitness Podcast. If you haven't had the chance to listen to Part 1 yet, or to the bonus episode where we put Tommy through our version of The Newlywed Game, be sure to give those a listen. Great conversation with two great men. As always, thanks for listening. Love you, mean it!

Today we continue our conversation with Tommy Marquez and Sean Woodland of the Talking Elite Fitness Podcast. If you haven't had the chance to listen to Part 1 yet, or to the bonus episode where we put Tommy through our version of The Newlywed Game, be sure to give those a listen. Great conversation with two great men. As always, thanks for listening. Love you, mean it!

We're excited to bring you this bonus episode where we cornered Tommy Marquez into playing our version of "The Newlywed Game". Before our interview we reached out to his fiancé, Tiffany Meeks, and asked her a handful of relationship-specific questions that Tommy had to answer on the spot. Short, sweet, and funny -- we hope you enjoy! Special thanks to Tiffany for being such a good sport and making this episode a blast!

We're excited to bring you this bonus episode where we cornered Tommy Marquez into playing our version of "The Newlywed Game". Before our interview we reached out to his fiancé, Tiffany Meeks, and asked her a handful of relationship-specific questions that Tommy had to answer on the spot. Short, sweet, and funny -- we hope you enjoy! Special thanks to Tiffany for being such a good sport and making this episode a blast!

Today begins part one of our two-part, in-person interview with Sean Woodland and Tommy Marquez of the Talking Elite Fitness Podcast. Sean and Tommy graciously let us drop in and record at the Talking Elite Fitness Garage just outside the heart of CrossFit's ancestral home in Santa Cruz. Sean and Tommy run arguably the most listened-to podcast for the CrossFit community. We know you've probably heard them on other podcasts, so we worked hard to mine some never-before-heard stories in this interview. We hope you enjoy this conversation (as well as Part 2 coming next week) as much as we did.

Today begins part one of our two-part, in-person interview with Sean Woodland and Tommy Marquez of the Talking Elite Fitness Podcast. Sean and Tommy graciously let us drop in and record at the Talking Elite Fitness Garage just outside the heart of CrossFit's ancestral home in Santa Cruz. Sean and Tommy run arguably the most listened-to podcast for the CrossFit community. We know you've probably heard them on other podcasts, so we worked hard to mine some never-before-heard stories in this interview. We hope you enjoy this conversation (as well as Part 2 coming next week) as much as we did.

For most of you, Annie needs no introduction. For the rest of you, keep reading. One of the original "Nasty Girls", Annie Sakamoto is an icon of the CrossFit world, and easily one of the most humble. She is currently the co-owner and founder of CrossFit Santa Cruz Central, located only a few steps from the world's first CrossFit gym. She's competed at the Games both individually and in team competition. And she packs a ridiculous amount of power in that 5'0" 120 lb. frame. Trust us when we say that Annie Sakamoto is even more delightful in person than she appears on camera. What an honor to meet an athlete and a coach who has inspired so many others! Enjoy!

For most of you, Annie needs no introduction. For the rest of you, keep reading. One of the original "Nasty Girls", Annie Sakamoto is an icon of the CrossFit world, and easily one of the most humble. She is currently the co-owner and founder of CrossFit Santa Cruz Central, located only a few steps from the world's first CrossFit gym. She's competed at the Games both individually and in team competition. And she packs a ridiculous amount of power in that 5'0" 120 lb. frame. Trust us when we say that Annie Sakamoto is even more delightful in person than she appears on camera. What an honor to meet an athlete and a coach who has inspired so many others! Enjoy!

Morgan Gregory is the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach with MLB's Cincinnati Reds organization. He's also been a part of Fury's competition team, the Bomb Squad. Morgan joins us to discuss his career journey to the Reds, why a refusal to say "no" to opportunities can open new doors, how he approaches strength and conditioning for fine-tuned athletes, and how learning he had diabetes put him at a crossroads where he had to decide whether or not he could continue to compete and push himself physically. This is a great interview from a great guy, both in and out of the gym.

Morgan Gregory is the Minor League Strength and Conditioning Coach with MLB's Cincinnati Reds organization. He's also been a part of Fury's competition team, the Bomb Squad. Morgan joins us to discuss his career journey to the Reds, why a refusal to say "no" to opportunities can open new doors, how he approaches strength and conditioning for fine-tuned athletes, and how learning he had diabetes put him at a crossroads where he had to decide whether or not he could continue to compete and push himself physically. This is a great interview from a great guy, both in and out of the gym.

Today we tackle the topic of becoming a stellar gym member. Sometimes, being a new member in a community can be daunting because we don't know the customs and behavior expectations of the place we've just joined. Or maybe some of us have been around for a long time and just need a refresher course to snap us out of our bad habits. Either way, we think you'll find a ton of good advice to help you become an ASSET to your gym community, and some helpful tips to help you avoid being...well..an ASS (love you, mean it). :) Anything you think we missed? Any further questions you have about gym customs? Pet peeves you need to get off your chest? Call our TalkBack line at 623.404.6688 and let us know what's on your mind!

Today we tackle the topic of becoming a stellar gym member. Sometimes, being a new member in a community can be daunting because we don't know the customs and behavior expectations of the place we've just joined. Or maybe some of us have been around for a long time and just need a refresher course to snap us out of our bad habits. Either way, we think you'll find a ton of good advice to help you become an ASSET to your gym community, and some helpful tips to help you avoid being...well..an ASS (love you, mean it). :) Anything you think we missed? Any further questions you have about gym customs? Pet peeves you need to get off your chest? Call our TalkBack line at 623.404.6688 and let us know what's on your mind!

So, we did a thing. Have you ever heard the saying, "There are three things never to discuss in public: politics, religion, and money?" Well, that timeless advice is -- from here on out -- going to be completely ignored on the Forging Fury Podcast. We added a new segment called, "How to Deal" where your favorite hosts banter back and forth on a hot topic unrelated to fitness and nutrition. Since the first forbidden topic is supposed to be politics, we decided to start at the top of the list. It's just how we roll. Regardless of your political viewpoints, we find value in discussing all the things in life and we hope you find this episode thought-provoking and even a little bit -- dare we say it -- fun to listen to. Love it or hate it, we're always interested in your thoughts. Chime in anytime on our Talkback Line at 623.404.6688.

So, we did a thing. Have you ever heard the saying, "There are three things never to discuss in public: politics, religion, and money?" Well, that timeless advice is -- from here on out -- going to be completely ignored on the Forging Fury Podcast. We added a new segment called, "How to Deal" where your favorite hosts banter back and forth on a hot topic unrelated to fitness and nutrition. Since the first forbidden topic is supposed to be politics, we decided to start at the top of the list. It's just how we roll. Regardless of your political viewpoints, we find value in discussing all the things in life and we hope you find this episode thought-provoking and even a little bit -- dare we say it -- fun to listen to. Love it or hate it, we're always interested in your thoughts. Chime in anytime on our Talkback Line at 623.404.6688.

Today's episode features Tim Kilmer, longtime listener and our very FIRST Forging Fury Spark participant. Tim and his wife Lauren joined CrossFit Fury a month ago, starting a journey to improve their health and change their family tree. We will be following up with Tim periodically and also tell you more about our Forging Fury Spark program in the coming weeks. Until then, take a listen and follow Tim on Instagram @resqcon to encourage him on his journey!

Today's episode features Tim Kilmer, longtime listener and our very FIRST Forging Fury Spark participant. Tim and his wife Lauren joined CrossFit Fury a month ago, starting a journey to improve their health and change their family tree. We will be following up with Tim periodically and also tell you more about our Forging Fury Spark program in the coming weeks. Until then, take a listen and follow Tim on Instagram @resqcon to encourage him on his journey!

On this week's episode we interview Andres Karlezi. Andres is one of Reilly's best friends (he has a lot of those). Andres is from Santiago, Chile and was the Valedictorian of his university. We talk CrossFit, travels, and life. Vas a querer escuchar.

On this week’s episode we interview Andres Karlezi. Andres is one of Reilly’s best friends (he has a lot of those). Andres is from Santiago, Chile and was the Valedictorian of his university. We talk CrossFit, travels, and life. Vas a querer escuchar.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from the crew of the Forging Fury Podcast! We are so grateful to have the opportunity to be a part of your lives and we appreciate you listening! This episode features YOUR CALLS as we hear from listeners what traditions you and your family celebrate each year. We had a blast hearing from everyone! Whatever you're doing or wherever you're headed this Holiday season, we wish you joy, peace, and a time of forming lasting memories with family and friends. Love you, mean it! Reilly, Michael, & Spencer