• #394 The Problem with Modern Powerlifting | Joe Jackson
    Jan 27 2026

    Joe Jackson, better known as Delco Jesus, is a 140 kg raw powerlifter, coach, and member of the Delco Spotting Crew from just outside Philadelphia. After battling depression, dropping over 100 pounds, and even going through a period of homelessness, Joe found powerlifting and never looked back.

    With best competition lifts of 826 lb squat, 463 lb bench, and 744 lb deadlift for a 2017 lb total at 308, he's competed on big stages like American Pro, Ghost Clash, IPL North Americans, and ABS Series meets. Along the way he's become known for his faith-driven "Delco Jesus" persona, his honesty about mental health, and his willingness to give back by spotting, loading, and helping other lifters chase their own numbers.

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  • #394 I Drank 1 Gallon of Milk a Day (GOMAD) for Strongman & Wrestling | Bruss Hamilton
    Jan 20 2026

    "The Gentleman Barbarian" Bruss Hamilton, a former U.S. Marine, World Strength Games u265 champion, and 2025 America's Strongest Veteran who traded the strongman field for the pro wrestling ring.

    Trained at the Black & Brave Wrestling Academy under Seth Rollins and Marek Brave, Bruss has become a staple of the Midwest independent scene (SCW Pro, AAW, Iron Spirit Pro, ZOWA Live, Wrestling Revolver and more) and is now heading into a WWE tryout. Off the platform he's a husband, father of six, and online coach, using his journey from undersized drama kid to world-level strength athlete to help others chase their own version of "Gentleman Barbarian" strength.

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  • #393 The Brutal Price of Powerlifting: "Was It All Worth It?" | Jon Grove
    Jan 13 2026

    Jon Grove — North Georgia Barbell founder, APF Georgia State Chairman, WPC Junior World Champion, and true powerlifting lifer.

    Jon competed in powerlifting for 20 years (1990–2010), lifting in the first monolift meet in history and the very first WPO meet. He's a multi-time national and world champion, owner of the legendary North Georgia Barbell (2002–2013), and a self-described amateur historian of the sport. After 33 years on gear, a hip replacement, and decades in the APF trenches, Jon now writes about powerlifting history, injuries, PEDs, and what it really means to be "all in" for a fringe sport.

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    2 hrs and 47 mins
  • #392 Why Most "Functional Training" is Absolute BS | Dr. John Rusin
    Jan 6 2026

    Dr. John Rusin is an internationally recognized strength coach, physical therapist, and injury-prevention expert with nearly two decades of elite-level experience working with MLB All-Stars, NFL All-Pros, Olympic gold medalists, and world-record-holding powerlifters. He's the founder of the Pain-Free Performance Specialist Certification (PPSC), the world's fastest-growing health-first training education system, and the author of Pain-Free Performance: Move Better, Train Smarter, and Build an Unbreakable Body. His work bridges the gap between high-intensity training and long-term health, helping everyday lifters and elite athletes alike build strong, resilient, pain-free bodies for life.


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  • #391 Why You Aren't Getting Stronger: The 7 Training Sins
    Dec 31 2025

    Dave Tate and Tom Sheppard recap 2025 and discuss the seven deadly sins of training.

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    1 hr and 31 mins
  • #390 Why You Should Be HAPPY When You Miss a Lift | David Raymond
    Dec 30 2025

    David "Dumptruck Dave" Raymond is a 34-year-old father, stepfather, and grandfather from a small town in Illinois, and one of the strongest 165-lb lifters in the world.

    He started as a 148-lb lifter, becoming one of the first Americans to squat 600+ pounds at that bodyweight, then moved up to 165, where he squatted 705 pounds and deadlifted 716 pounds in the same meet. Along the way, he's competed at marquee shows like The American Pro and Power Surge Pro/Am, all while insisting powerlifting is "just a hobby."

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  • #389 Why I Smash My Head on the Bar (The Truth About Psych-Ups) | Justin Zottl
    Dec 23 2025

    Justin Zottl — Canada's strongest powerlifter (All-Time Total). From national champion cyclist to 2300+ totals, Justin breaks down winning American Pro 3 three weeks after herniating L5, why standards matter more than hype, and what ABS is doing right on meet production.


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  • #388 Westside Barbell vs. KneesOverToes: The Truth About Longevity | Ben Patrick
    Dec 16 2025

    Ben Patrick (Knees Over Toes Guy) — founder of ATG (Athletic Truth Group), coach, and educator turning deep-range knee strength into scalable programs used by athletes, parents, and schools.

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