Best SSR Radio Podcasts (2025)

Rip discusses the foundations that Starting Strength model is built on to develop strength - movement patterns, stress, incremental loading.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Media Hate, Most Important Lift, and the Perfect Burger | Starting Strength Radio #312 1:16:51

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training Combat-Ready Soldiers, not Powerlifters | Starting Strength Radio #311 57:38

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Rip discusses how the those entering basic training are the demographic that most rapidly gets strong using the Starting Strength Novice Linear Progression and how a change in approach would prepare soldiers to operate effectively in the modern military environment.By Mark Rippetoe

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The Military Needs Strength with Grunt Proof | Starting Strength Radio #310 1:07:57

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Randall of Grunt Proof joins Rip to discuss the importance of strength for the modern military and how to get it done.By Mark Rippetoe

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The World Needs Stronger Women | Starting Strength Radio #309 58:19

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Rip and team discuss the importance of strength training for women, common misconceptions that can block proper training, and why Starting Strength for women is... Starting Strength.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Backs, Tendons, and Peak Male Existence 1:38:29

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Perspective on Testosterone Therapy with Dr. Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #307 1:00:39

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Dr. Wittmer returns to discuss factors in testosterone replacement therapy, synergy with lifting and diet, and the importance of taking charge of your own health rather than relying on the standard medical industry.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training Stages and Age | Starting Strength Radio #306 59:46

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Rip discusses how programming changes as strength accumulates as a result of training and what aspects vary when trainees start at different ages.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - TRT, Cutting Weight, and Success | Starting Strength Radio #305 1:16:16

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Fast Cars, New Cars, Favorite Cars with Bobby Campbell | Starting Strength Radio #304 1:13:47

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Rip talks to his friend, master mechanic Bobby Campbell, about cars, cars, and more cars.By Mark Rippetoe

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What is a Lifter? | Starting Strength Radio #303 47:14

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Rip talks about what types of people go to gyms and the differences between them - lifters, gym bros, personal training clients and so on.By Mark Rippetoe

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Having a Beer with Jim Steel | Starting Strength Radio #302 1:31:21

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Jim Steel drops in at the studio for a drink, to exchange stories, and discuss various things related to training and life.By Mark Rippetoe

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A Fork in the Road with Glenn Reynolds | Starting Strength Radio #301 46:52

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The Instapundit, Glenn Reynolds, joins Rip on Starting Strength Radio to discuss recent political events, training, and other goings on.By Mark Rippetoe

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Best of Comments from the Haters! | Starting Strength Radio #300 42:29

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A glorious edition of Starting Strength Radio to commemorate episode 300, a compilation of the best of Comments from the Haters!By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Last Meals, Weight Gain, and Close Calls | Starting Strength Radio #299 1:20:12

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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How Programming Works | Starting Strength Radio #298 1:07:09

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Rip discusses how effective and efficient programming is based on structuring progression based on how quickly the lifter can add weight to the bar. All lifters begin as novices, making the novice linear progression the universal program until diminishing capacity for adaptation forces slower progress and a shift to more complex program organizatio…

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How We Get Strong | Starting Strength Radio #297 1:06:32

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Rip and company discuss how appropriate stress forces adaptation that drives phenotypic change. Progressive increases over time produce strength, size, and capability.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Lagging Shoulder, 3 Questions, and Going Against Conventional Wisdom 1:33:33

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training Past Your Prime | Starting Strength Radio #295 1:31:15

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Rip discusses training by older lifters, covering how the process of gaining strength remains the same as for younger lifters, but differs in some important ways that must be considered to yield the best outcome.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Challenges, Giblet Gravy, and College | Starting Strength Radio #294 1:08:28

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Globo Gyms vs. Training Gyms | Starting Strength Radio #293 59:32

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Rip discusses the gym business, covering differences between commercial, sales-oriented Globo Gyms and productive, training-oriented gyms in terms of culture, equipment, and objectives.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Rip's Legacy,Programming Change, and Slop | Starting Strength Radio #292 1:16:18

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Building Physical Capital with Stan Efferding | Starting Strength Radio #291 1:13:05

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Rip welcomes Stan Efferding back on the show to discuss The Vertical Diet, the importance of combining "what" and "how" for success, strategies to manage fatigue, and how to train productively.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Election Day, Bent Bars, and Deadlifts | Starting Strength Radio #290 1:33:04

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Process Over Payoff: Setting Realistic Training Goals | Starting Strength Radio #289 1:20:21

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Rip discusses the pros and cons of using strength standard charts, explaining how these "standards" can shape training decisions and then addressing common misconceptions about achieving milestones. He covers the importance of setting realistic goals and focusing on the process over the end result for lasting progress.…

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Q&A Episode - Rip's Worst Advice, Passing Out, and Nicotine | Starting Strength Radio #288 1:17:14

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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The Ineffective Fitness Industry | Starting Strength Radio #287 1:06:58

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Rip discusses the core differences between Starting Strength and the rest of the fitness industry. He talks about why other methods fall short and how Starting Strength stands apart in delivering real, effective results.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - New Merch, Rip in High School, and Another Mask Rant | Starting Strength Radio #286 1:38:46

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Programming Misconceptions: Why They’re Complete BS | Starting Strength Radio #285 1:07:44

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Rip discusses common training misconceptions, explaining why they aren’t optimal and how your time could be better spent.By Mark Rippetoe

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Gym Safety: Because Common Sense Isn’t That Common | Starting Strength Radio #284 1:14:46

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Rip discusses gym safety, the importance of using common sense, and what to avoid. He also talks about the most common sources of injury and how to prevent them.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - No Sponsors, Strong SSCs, and Rip's Blood Type | Starting Strength Radio #283 1:27:08

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Controlling the Controllables: Stress, Recovery, Adaptation | Starting Strength Radio #282 1:16:28

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Rip covers the variables you can control in your training, such as consistency, compliance, and recovery, and discusses factors beyond your control, like genetics. He also explores common reasons why your progress might be stalled and how to address them.By Mark Rippetoe

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Big Pharma, Weight Loss, and Testosterone with Dr. Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #281 1:08:56

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Rip talks with Dr. Mike Wittmer about the influence of government in telemedicine, the growing role of big pharmaceutical companies in weight loss treatments, and the rise of medications like Ozempic. Dr. Wittmer sheds light on the long-term impact of medication use and testosterone’s effects on fertility.…

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Q&A Episode - Abdominal Wall, Blood Meridian, and More | Starting Strength Radio #280 1:30:11

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Villain Empathy, Pediatric Vaccines, and Changing Your Fate | Starting Strength Radio #279 1:18:20

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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The Market Ticker Chronicles: 4 Years of American Turmoil with Karl Denninger | SSR #278 1:55:53

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Rip and Karl Denninger reflect over the last four years of American history, discussing key issues covered on Karl’s blog, The Market Ticker. They talk about topics ranging from government incompetence and mounting debt to the climate crisis, the challenges of transitioning to an all-electric infrastructure, and the potential downfall of Western ci…

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The Olympics, Prison, and Trap Bar | Starting Strength Radio #277 1:10:49

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Rip and Rusty discuss the controversy surrounding transgender athletes competing in the Olympics. They also talk about an inmate whose ordered “Blue Book” was confiscated due to claims of it being “too violent.” Lastly, Rip explains why the trap bar deadlift is more akin to a squat than a traditional deadlift.…

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At the Movies with Rip | Starting Strength Radio #276 1:19:42

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Rip talks about movies live with Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training vs. CrossFit with Tanner Shuck | Starting Strength Radio #275 1:13:16

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Rip discusses Tanner Shuck's journey from football player to CrossFit athlete to coach. They delve into the issues with high-intensity workouts focused on speed and maximum reps, highlighting how these practices often lead to injuries and why they don’t qualify as effective training.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training Hard for When Hard Times Get Harder | Starting Strength Radio #274 53:21

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Rip discusses how strength training not only makes you more resilient but also enhances your ability to endure hard things. You become self-sufficient and better equipped to handle the difficult situations life throws at you.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Taking Statins, Monolift Bench, and Music | Starting Strength Radio #273 1:20:22

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.03:34 Rip explains how a Q&A works05:33 Comments from the Haters!22:33 Wife told to take statins35:15 Should I get “The Barbell Prescription”?38:54 More presses, fewer Tommy John surgeries44:23 Music episode46:31 Bodybuilding programming51:23 Monolift bench54:08 How to use li…

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The Total State with Auron MacIntyre | Starting Strength Radio #272 1:27:24

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Rip talks with author Auron MacIntyre about his book, “The Total State.” The discussion delves into the manipulation of news events, media bias, and the shifting powers within the government. MacIntyre, drawing from his experiences as a journalist, sheds light on the relentless assault on truth and the erosion of individual liberties. Rip and MacIn…

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Q&A Episode - Stop Worrying About Your Weight, Star Wars, and More | Starting Strength Radio #271 1:38:23

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Deal With Your Back Pain | Starting Strength Radio #270 1:17:23

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Rip talks to Dr. Travis Jewett about his book Deal With Your Back Pain. They discuss the inevitability of back pain in everyone’s life and the importance of understanding the difference between back pain that can be managed through strength training and when to seek medical intervention.By Mark Rippetoe

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Evolution of Military Fitness Training with Grunt Proof | Starting Strength Radio #269 1:13:25

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Rip talks to Grunt Proof about the evolution of military fitness training and how to best achieve combat preparedness through strength training. They emphasize the importance of strengthening normal movement patterns and explain how traditional endurance exercises like running can lead to injury and breakdown.…