Best David Osorio Podcasts (2025)

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Inside 18 Years of CrossFit South Brooklyn: How David Osorio Built an 800+ Member Box 41:57

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David Osorio has been running CrossFit South Brooklyn for 18 years, growing it into an 800+ member powerhouse without ads, funnels, or high-pressure sales. In this episode, he and Jason Ackerman break down the systems, culture, programming, and leadership decisions that built one of the most iconic affiliates in the world. -- Ready to grow your box…

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Iranian Women Leading Fight for Freedom: A Conversation with Nilo Tabrizy 40:03

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Today I am honored to speak with Nilo Tabrizy, co-author of a remarkable and powerful book, For the Sun After Long Nights: The Story of Iran's Women-Led Uprising. This interview complements another episode I did with her collaborator, Fatemeh Jamalpour. Ms Tabrizy tells us about her work in Visual Forensics, which she used to complement Ms Jamalpou…

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How we would run a terrible CrossFit box (yes, we've done these...) 42:57

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Sometimes the best business advice is simply knowing exactly what to avoid at all costs. Ackerman and Fern lay out the ultimate blueprint for running a terrible CrossFit box, admitting that they are personally guilty of committing almost every disaster on the list. -- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact? Apply for Affiliate …

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For the Sun After Long Nights: Iranian Women Leading Fight for Freedom 38:26

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Today I am deeply honored to speak with journalist Fatemeh Jamalpour about her book, For the Sun After Long Nights, which she wrote with fellow journalist Nilo Tabrizy. In September 2022, the world learned of the murder of a young Kurdish woman in Iran, Mahsa Jina Amini. Her death, while a captive of the Iranian state, sparked the Woman, Life, Free…

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Materializing the Cloud—Breaking Tech’s Spell Over Us with Tamara Kneese and Xiaowei Wang 53:46

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Today I am both excited and frightened to talk with Tamara Kneese and Xiaowei Wang, two individuals whose research, writing, and activism has for years insisted on the materiality of the technologies that have brought us things like artificial intelligence, the Cloud, data centers, and digital agriculture. They explain why and how these technologie…

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Omar Zahzah: Terms of Servitude: Zionism, Silicon Valley, and Digital/Settler Colonialism in the Palestinian Liberation Struggle 43:07

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Today I talk with Omar Zahzah about his new book, Terms of Servitude: Zionism, Silicon Valley, and Digital/Settler Colonialism in the Palestinian Liberation Struggle. This is an immensely informative study, which details the convergence of Zionism, Silicon Valley Big Tech, and the US political and governmental elites in what Zahzah calls the hegemo…

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Teaching Gymnastics in CrossFit: Progressions, Spotting, and Safety | Dave Durante 1:02:43

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Dave Durante joins Todd Occhiuto and Kristin Bowen to break down how coaches can teach and safely spot gymnastics movements for athletes of all levels inside a CrossFit class. Learn how to keep every athlete progressing with clear progressions, smart spotting, and simple cues that elevate your coaching. -- Learn more about Power Monkey https://www.…

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“Much Much Worse than McCarthyism, But with a Big Positive Difference”: A Conversation with Legendary Historian Ellen Schrecker 47:33

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Today I have the immense honor and privilege to speak with Ellen Schrecker, who has been referred to as “the dean of the anti-anti-Communist historians.” Well known for her classic studies of McCarthyism, today Schrecker explains how much worse Trump’s regime is than what we saw in the 1950s and 60s. A fierce defender of democracy, Ellen explains t…

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Taylor Self vs. Jason Ackerman on Overtraining, Identity & CrossFit Gym Culture 1:02:43

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Taylor Self and Jason Ackerman go head-to-head on the issues every CrossFit coach and affiliate owner wrestles with overtraining, identity, and the culture you allow inside your gym. This conversation digs into the hard truths behind why coaches burn out, why athletes chase volume, and what it really takes to build a healthy, professional CrossFit …

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Eunsong Kim Explains How Our Great Art Collections are Based on Debasing and Erasing Labor: The Politics of Collecting: Race & the Aestheticization of Property 53:12

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Today I am delighted to talk with Eunsong Kim about her stunning book, The Politics of Collecting: Race & the Aestheticization of Property. It is remarkable in its theoretical conceptualization, argument, and archival work. Kim argues that the beginnings of elite art collection in the United States coincided with the rise of the robber barons and t…

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Virtuosity in Programming: How to Make the “Sucky Stuff” Fun for Athletes 1:00:59

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Taylor Self joins Todd and Kristin to unpack what “virtuosity in programming” really means and how to apply it in daily training. They explore how great coaches make the hard, unglamorous work engaging and help athletes stay motivated through the stuff they need but don’t always love to do -- Learn more about Sentinel Training here: https://www.tra…

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Jamaica Osorio: Poems on Gaza—Contemplating the Impossible and Being Steadfast in Solidarity 48:43

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Today I am deeply honored to spend time with poet, activist, and scholar Jamaica Osorio. Shortly after October 7, 2023, she began to write a series of astonishing poems about the war in Gaza and the genocide. Osorio graces us with readings of some of those poems, and engages in a rich, complex, and deeply moving discussion of what went into their c…

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How Eric Hinman BUILT a Lifestyle Brand CrossFitter Can Copy 38:23

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Filmed live at AffiliateCon, Eric Hinman shares how he built a lifestyle brand that attracts opportunities without chasing them. Learn how gym owners and coaches can use authenticity, consistency, and daily habits to turn their life into their most powerful marketing tool. -- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact? Apply for Af…

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Stop Overcomplicating Nutrition: EC Synkowski on What Really Works in the Gym 1:01:50

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Most CrossFit coaches overthink nutrition. EC Synkowski is breaking down how to simplify nutrition coaching inside your affiliate so members actually understand it, apply it, and see real results. -- Learn more from EC and OptimizeMe Nutrition https://optimizemenutrition.com --Ready to your develop your coaching, advance your career, and level up y…

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What Happens When Your Coach Opens Their Own Gym | CrossFit Avitas 1:34:08

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When your best coach leaves to open their own gym, it can feel like betrayal, but it might actually be a sign you’re doing something right. In this episode, Ackerman , Chad, and Karen unpack the hard truths, lessons, and opportunities behind one of the toughest parts of affiliate ownership. --- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an i…

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“Liza Featherstone and Doug Henwood on Zohran Mamdani’s Victory in NYC: What is Its Significance, and What’s Next?” 36:48

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In February, a New York assemblyman little known outside New York City was polling at 1% in his bid for mayor of NYC. This Tuesday, he became mayor-elect, after running a remarkable and inspiring campaign that drew 100,000 volunteers to knock on two million doors. Largely centering on making NYC affordable for everyone, Zohran Mamdani toppled a pol…

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Talking with Dean Spade about Love in a Fucked-Up World: How letting go of the Romance Myth frees us to be better lovers and activists 51:29

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Today I have the pleasure of talking with Dean Spade about his new book, Love in a Fucked-up World: how to build relationships, hook up, and raise hell together. This book builds on all of Dean’s previous books, and shares their commitment to finding ways to build better movements for better worlds. Like all of his work, Love in a Fucked Up World h…

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How to Sell a CrossFit Gym (Without Getting Screwed) 35:01

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Ready to sell your CrossFit gym? In this episode, Ackerman, Fern and PushPress CEO Dan Uyemura break down how to value your affiliate, prepare for the sale, and avoid leaving money on the table when it’s time to exit. --- Watch "How to Buy A CrossFit Gym" https://youtu.be/nrWn0OiYtgw -- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact?Ap…

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Why We Partnered with Mayhem (and What’s Coming This December) 1:01:59

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We’re teaming up with Mayhem to take affiliate and coach development to the next level. In this live conversation, Austin Malleolo joins us to talk about why this partnership matters, what it means for the CrossFit community, and what’s happening at CrossFit Mayhem this December that every affiliate owner and coach needs to know about. -- Join the …

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Policing Black Lives: Abolition, not Reform, and on a Transnational Scale—A Conversation with Robyn Maynard 42:36

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In 2017, activist-scholar Robyn Maynard published her groundbreaking study, Policing Black Lives: State Violence in Canada from Slavery to the Present. Today, I have the privilege of talking with her about the second edition of this study, which has just been published by Duke University Press. Robyn tells us what has happened since 2017 that compe…

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How to Buy a CrossFit Gym (Without Getting Burned) | Dan Uyemura (PushPress) 40:03

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Thinking about buying a CrossFit gym? 💡 In this episode, Fern and PushPress CEO Dan Uyemura reveal the hard truths, hidden costs, and smart strategies every buyer needs to know before signing the deal. -- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact? Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliate-univers…

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Discussing the Sudanese Solidarity Collective with Nisrin Elamin: Supporting Mutual Aid & Resistance Organizations 55:42

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Today I talk with Professor Nisrin Elamin about the situation in Sudan, where we find both a war between rival factions and these same factions continuing counter-revolutionary campaign against pro-democracy forces. We discuss how regional actors such as the United Arab Emirates and Saudi Arabia have contributed to the repression of democracy, and …

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20 30 mmhg compression socks 3:17

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So here’s the takeaway: Legs matter. Feet matter. And the gear under your shoes can make a real difference. These 20-30 mmHg compression socks from SB SOX aren’t just another pair of socks — they’re a performance and recovery tool. If you’re regularly fighting leg fatigue, swelling, or just want to give your body a better chance to recover faster, …

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How Jason’s First Business Mentee Turned One Studio into Six 51:32

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Jess was the first person Jason Ackerman ever mentored in business, and her leap of faith turned a 700-square-foot “house studio” into six thriving hot yoga locations. In this episode, they revisit the advice, mindset shifts, and wild moments that shaped both of their entrepreneurial journeys. -- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an…

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The 3 Skills Every New CrossFit Coach Must Master | Lisa Ray & Denise Thomas 1:06:54

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CrossFit Flowmasters Denise Thomas and Lisa Ray break down the three non-negotiables every new coach needs to develop. If you’re coaching on vibes and hoping it lands, this episode shows you what to master first. -- Join us at AffiliateCon Oct 24-26 in Dallas, TX ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.besthouroftheirday.com/affiliatecon⁠⁠⁠⁠ -- Ready to your develop your …

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By-passing “Tradition,” Governmental Norms, and Global North Saviourism: Talking with Zachariah Mampilly About Rural Protest in Africa 47:34

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How have young people in rural areas of the Democratic Republic of Congo invented new forms of radicalism in response to the impact of new flows of foreign investment and the inability of normal national and international politics to serve their needs and interests? Zachariah Mampilly explains how rural and urban spaces have seen a complex transit …

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South Bay Youth Changemakers: Going Beyond the Stereotype of “Asian American” to Realize a Broad Sense of Community and Activism in Silicon Valley 47:24

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Today I have the pleasure of talking with Supriya Khandelwal and Koa Tran, two members of the South Bay Youth Changemakers, and one of its co-directors, Amulya Mandava. This Asian American organization, located at the heart of Silicon Valley, seeks to both challenge and expand the label, Asian American. The SBYC directs its energy into projects tha…

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She Was My First Member at Albany CrossFit (and She's Still Crushing It at 83) 35:53

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Jason reconnects with his very first CrossFit client, Donna, who started training with him before Albany CrossFit even opened. Now at 83, she’s still working out, traveling the world, and proving what longevity in fitness really looks like. -- Ready to grow your box, increase profit, and make an impact? Apply for Affiliate University 👉https://www.b…

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Breaking Free from the First Amendment to Make Fearless Speech and Counterpublics: A Conversation with Mary Anne Franks 51:04

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Today I have the honor and the pleasure of speaking with legal scholar Mary Anne Franks, about her book, Fearless Speech: Breaking Free from the First Amendment. As the title of the book indicates, this is a fearless and iconoclastic critique of the ways that the First Amendment has been interpreted and mobilized in ways that protect and extend rac…

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How to Coach Gymnastics Without Losing the Rest of the Class | Pamela Gagnon 59:22

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Pamela Gagnon is a former Division I gymnast, multi-time Regionals and Masters competitor, and co-creator of Performance Plus Programming, where she specializes in gymnastics progressions for CrossFit athletes. In this episode, we’re digging into how coaches can better teach and program gymnastics movements in group CrossFit classes—from strict str…

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How Great Leaders Create Buy-In Without Forcing It | Saša Mirković 1:35:47

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Saša Mirković shares how real leadership is built through trust, delegation, and resilience under pressure—not authority or force. This episode explores why people choose to follow some leaders instinctively while resisting others, and what it takes to earn genuine buy-in. -- Join us at AffiliateCon Oct 24-26 in Dallas, TX ⁠https://www.besthourofth…

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The Arrogant Ape: The Myth of Human Exceptionalism and Why it Matters: A Conversation with Christine Webb 50:10

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Today I am delighted to speak with primatologist Christine Webb about her new book, The Arrogant Ape: The Myth of Human Exceptionalism and Why it Matters. The title of the book itself is a concise and precise description of its two constituent halves. First, Webb tells us how science itself, from premodern times onward, has operated with an assumpt…

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In this episode of Speaking Out of Place, investigative journalist Karen Hao explains that OpenAI is anything but “open”—very early on, it left behind that marketing tag to become increasingly closed and elitist. Her massive study, Empire of AI: Dreams and Nightmares in Sam Altman’s OpenAI had a rather different subtitle in its UK edition: “Inside …