Best Stuart Semple Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 295: REAL Coach-Athlete Relationships, Training Remotely, & 2025 Nationals | Red Gauge Crossover 1:10:00

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Every episode of my podcast covers some aspect of training theory, coaching, psychology, and nutrition. Pretty much anything related to performance. With that comes a lot of abstract thinking and imagining how it would play out in practice. Until now... In this crossover episode, Dani and I get interviewed by the Red Gauge podcast and discuss our c…

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Ep. 294: Bridging the Gap Between Weightlifting and S&C | Zach Caswell 54:05

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Zach will present on bridging the gap between weightlifting and sports performance. Register here: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/ciniman_waffle/ https://www.instagram.com/optimus.performance/ https://www.instagram.com/optimus.barbell/ Follow me and get…

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77. How Bariatric Nutrition Guidelines Have Evolved with Steph Wagner, MS, RDN 45:23

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric dietitian, Steph Wagner, MS, RDN, also known as @bariatricfoodcoach on IG. We discussed: Steph's career path as a bariatric dietitian and why she opened her business, Bariatric Food Coach How the field of obesity medicine and bariatric nutrition has changed over the …

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Ep. 293: The DNA of Champions | Sergii Putsoff, PhD 1:04:30

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit: Register here: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Sergii: https://www.instagram.com/putsoff/ https://torokhtiy.com/ Follow me and get coaching: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/josh_philwl/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ https://www.instagram.com/philosophicalweightlifting/ Weightlifting House: cod…

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Ep. 292: Utilizing Plyometrics: Why Biomechanics & Velocity Matter | Mike Young, PhD & Jessie Stemo 58:51

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Mike will present on plyometrics for sport! Register here: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Mike: https://www.instagram.com/mikeyoungphd/?hl=en https://www.athleticlab.com/ Follow Jessie: https://www.instagram.com/jessiestemo/ https://powerandgraceperformance.com/ Follow me and get coac…

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Ep. 291: How to Develop Elite Technique | Max Aita 1:09:51

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where presentations will cover all things strength, hypertrophy, power, and MORE.Register here to attend the greatest online Strength Power event in 2025: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/Follow Max and sign up for CoachLogik:https://www.instagram.com/max_aita/https://app.coachlogik.com/loginFollow m…

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Ep. 290: What Makes People Curious? | Todd Kashdan, PhD 1:17:08

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Todd Kashdan is an intellectual idol of mine. He has a PhD in clinical psychology, is the founder of the Well-Being Lab at George Mason University, and a leading educator to the public. He's written books on curiosity, negative emotions, and the art of insubordination. His writings alone have influenced the trajectory of my life and career. In this…

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76. A Deep Dive into Protein, Lifting, And Gaining Muscle With Dr. Stuart Phillips 59:44

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed protein researcher and professor, Dr. Stuart Phillips, also known @mackinprof on IG. We discussed: An overview of protein and what role it plays in gaining muscle What is leucine and how does it stimulate muscle protein synthesis The importance of resistance training and do we…

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Ep. 289: How Heavy Should You Train? | Jessie Stemo 1:01:37

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Jessie will present on her experiences as an elite athlete, elite weightlifting coach, and the CEO of Power and Grace Performance! Register here for an early bird discount: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Jessie: https://www.instagram.com/jessiestemo/ https://powerandgraceperformance.c…

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Ep. 288: Unlocking Human Potential | Scott Barry Kaufman 59:03

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Dr. Scott Barry Kaufman is a psychologist, professor at Columbia University, best-selling author, and host of The Psychology Podcast. His work has reshaped how we think about intelligence, creativity, and self-actualization—and in this conversation, he brings those ideas to life. In this episode, we explore topics like reframing trauma, overcoming …

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75. Optimizing Your Nutrition through the Menopause Transition with Registered Dietitian Tracy Bento 46:19

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Registered Dietitian, Tracy Bento, also known as @balancedbitesnutrition on IG. We discussed: Common symptoms women experience in perimenopause What contributes to weight gain during perimenopause/menopause What are the biggest nutrition recommendations Tracy provides Vitamin …

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Ep. 287: How Many Sets & Reps to Build Size | Jake Remmert, PhD(c) 1:10:35

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Jake will present on the development of muscle hypertrophy. Register here to attend the greatest online Strength Power event in 2025: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Jake: https://www.instagram.com/jake.remmert_coach/ https://www.jakeremmert.com/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Ja…

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Ep. 286: Slow Progressions, Creative Programming & Competition Debriefs | Jessie Stemo 42:12

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Jessie will present on her experiences as an elite athlete, elite weightlifting coach, and the CEO of Power and Grace Performance! Register here for an early bird discount: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Jessie: https://www.instagram.com/jessiestemo/ https://powerandgraceperformance.c…

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74. Eating to Build, Not Just Lose: How Bariatric STRONG Fuels Muscle Gains After Surgery 21:25

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I discuss: Why I decided to create the Bariatric STRONG program What are the most common struggles I see in active bariatric individuals and how I address those with evidence-backed nutrition guidelines What are the topics we cover in Bariatric STRONG and the resources I will gain from the …

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Ep. 285: Basics of Speed Training & Conditioning | Chris Taber, PhD 39:54

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Chris will present on power development for athletes. Register here for an early bird discount: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Email Chris to express interest in Lori S. Bigelow scholarship: [email protected] Follow Chris: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/drchristaber/⁠ ⁠https://www.researchg…

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73. Beyond Weight Loss: Focusing on Body Composition and Muscle Gains with Bariatric Surgeon Dr. Eric Smith 47:40

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric surgeon, Dr. Eric Smith, also known as @doctorericsmith_ on IG. We discussed: How Dr. Smith got into bariatric surgery and the difference between robotic and laparoscopic bariatric surgery Dr. Smith's philosophy around using body composition and muscle gain as a way …

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Ep. 284: Six Keys to Enhance Psychological Well-Being & Resilience | Steven Hayes, PhD 1:11:57

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Steven Hayes returns to the podcast! If you're unfamiliar with his work, he is one of the most cited psychologists in the world, publishing 47 books and over 700 journal articles. In addition to his prolific publications, he's the originator of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and has played a massive hand in developing the Psychological Fle…

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Ep. 283: Tempo Variations and Long-term Planning | Jessie Stemo, CEO Power & Grace 1:06:11

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Sign up for the Power and Strength Summit, where Jessie will present on her experiences as an elite athlete, elite weightlifting coach, and the CEO of Power and Grace Performance! Register here for an early bird discount: https://www.powerandstrengthsummit.com/ Follow Jessie: https://www.instagram.com/jessiestemo/ https://powerandgraceperformance.c…

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Ep. 282: What is Sport Science? | Andrew Stuart, PhD(c) 1:12:49

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Andrew Stuart and I first met at the NSCA conference in Baltimore, Maryland. At the time, we discussed his role as the Assistant Director of the Athletic Performance Lab at Nebraska, his experience with US Speed Skating, and how weightlifting fits into the broader picture of performance. In this episode, we explore some fundamental questions in the…

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72. Should Women Change Their Workouts Based On Their Menstrual Cycle with Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple 31:10

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed muscle physiology researcher, Dr. Lauren Colenso-Semple, also known as @drlaurencs1 on IG. We discussed: An overview of the menstrual cycle hormonal changes as well as what happens with our hormones as we enter perimenopause and menopause Misconceptions around women and muscle…

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Ep. 281: The Keys to Building a Coaching Business | Zack Bartell, SoCal Powerlifting 1:10:05

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Zack Bartell got his start in athletics, developing an insane level of strength while training for football and, eventually, powerlifting. Fast forward nearly a decade, and he's turned that passion for training into building an incredibly successful in-person gym called SoCal Powerlifting. Through that process, he's built his own business and exper…

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Ep. 280: Guided Imagery & Mindfulness to Improve Health and Performance | Peter Giacobbi, PhD 59:32

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Dr. Peter Giacobbi and I first met in a bar where we ended up discussing various philosophical interests and ways of understanding the world. Little did I know I was talking to one of the foremost experts in sport psychology and guided imagery. Since that fateful day, he's become a member of my dissertation committee and enlightened me to the many …

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71. From Trail Running To Helping Others On Their Bariatric Journeys with Charise Spencer, LMFT 1:02:17

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete, trail runner, and licensed marriage and family therapist, Charise Spencer, also known as @bariinspiredliving on IG. We discussed: Why Charise got into trail running and what a typical race might look like How to train for trail running including a typical tr…

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Ep. 279: The Science of Competition Coaching | Chris Taber, PhD 1:03:57

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You're in the backroom with your athlete and they just smoked their opener. As they walk off the stage, you need to figure out how many kilos to bump up. Is there a science to attempt selection? Is it all based on intuition? Is it both? In this episode, Chris details his recent work examining the jumps elite weightlifters take in competition and ho…

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Ep. 278: All Things Strength Development | Tim Suchomel, PhD 1:07:32

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Strength is a hot commodity in the sport of weightlifting. Every coach and athlete will claw and scratch for every kilo they can add to their squats, pulls, and presses. This is for good reason - strength underpins all forms of movement. So, the question becomes, what's the best way to develop it, and is it even that important in the first place? L…

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Ep. 277: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Top Pull Variations, High/Low Days, & Creating Your System 56:28

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Many athletes struggle with similar aspects of the lifts. This is because snatches and cleans will always be snatches and cleans, without much external unpredictability. Pull variations are intended to emphasize phases of the lift that must be trained perfectly. How you program these movements, including high and low stress days, to your specific p…

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70. How Alcohol Impacts Your Body After Bariatric Surgery with Registered Dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell 28:34

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Registered Dietitian Dr. Susan Mitchell, also known as @drsusanmitchell on IG. We discussed: How alcohol is metabolized differently after bariatric surgery Why the effects of alcohol are felt sooner after surgery How does alcohol impact vitamin and mineral absorption How alcoh…

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Ep. 276: Training Talks w/Max Aita | Rethinking Program Design 1:10:50

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The longer you write programs, the less they look like templatized, cookie-cutter 12-week blocks. Eventually, the programs morph into something more akin to something found in the Russian manuals. This is due to the critical nature of training volume, intensity, and exercise selection driving the adaptive response. Blanket prescriptions (5x5) go th…

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Ep540 - David Koepp – Everything You Write Moves You Forward 1:06:03

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David Koepp is one of the most successful screenwriters in Hollywood history. With a collective box office somewhere in the region of $250b he’s written Jurassic Park, Spider-Man, Death Becomes Her and many, many more. We were delighted to talk to David about his fantastic new novel COLD STORAGE and to get an insight into […] The post Ep540 – David…

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Ep. 275: The Keys to Great Leadership | Steph Mock Grubbs, MLB S&C Coach 43:22

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Steph Mock Grubbs hails from Pennsylvania, spending the last four years as the Assistant Athletic Director for Sports Performance at the University of Pittsburgh. As of 2025, she's accepted a position as a MLB Strength Coach with the Houston Astros, taking her understanding of S&C, sport science, and leadership to H-Town. In this episode of the pod…

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69. Maximizing Your Nutrition and Muscle On A GLP-1 with Registered Dietitian Summer Kessel, RD 1:08:18

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed Registered Dietitian Summer Kessel, also known as @summerthedietitian on IG. We discussed: Summer's personal journey with weight loss while using a GLP-1 and becoming a Registered Dietitian who specializes in GLP-1 nutrition How GLP-1s act in the body The difference between cr…

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Ep. 274: Derek Miles, DPT | No Silly BS, Training for Power After Injury, & Being More Disagreeable 1:01:42

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Derek Miles, DPT, is a no silly BS rehab specialist who runs his own physical therapy clinic (Miles Rehab and Performance) in Cincinnati, Ohio, and works on the Pain and Rehab team for Barbell Medicine. In this episode, we discuss many pain and rehab-related topics, how to become more disagreeable when communicating science, training for power afte…

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Ep539 - Sarah Moorhead and Stuart Turton — Teacher, Student & Metempsychosis 52:04

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Do you have a favourite teacher? One who encouraged you to write, maybe? This special episode is for all the teachers and students out there who have inspired one another over the years, and we have two of them on the show. Sarah Moorhead is the author of Witness X and started out as a […] The post Ep539 – Sarah Moorhead and Stuart Turton — Teacher…

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Ep. 273: Austin Baraki, MD | What the Health "Optimization" Gurus Get WRONG 1:31:15

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Austin Baraki should be a household name. Aside from being a kickass Internal Medicine Physician, he's a member of the Barbell Medicine team where he puts out some of the highest quality information related to health, nutrition, physical activity, and rehab. In this episode of the podcast, Austin and I discuss the concept of health (i.e., what is g…

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68. How to Prepare for a Bodybuilding or Transformation Competition with Bariatric Athlete Rob Rafanan 55:02

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric athlete and bodybuilding competitor, Rob Rafanan, also known as @weightinginvain on IG. We discussed: Different bodybuilding competitions and divisions available Why Rob chose to get into bodybuilding and transformation competitions after bariatric surgery How Rob ch…

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Ep. 272: Olivia Reeves | Olympic & World Champion 52:39

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I welcome Olivia Reeves back on the podcast! She was previously on episodes 219 & 236, where we discussed her background in the sport, her thoughts on making it to the Olympics, and what it would take to reach the podium. In this episode, we relive her Olympic victory, where she took gold in the 71 kg class at the 2024 Paris Olympic Games. But that…

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Ep538 - Michelle Paver | Research To The Extreme 57:46

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How do you research your books? Michelle Paver has written eighteen novels, including the bestselling Chronicles Of Ancient Darkness. She’s encountered killer whales, wolves, polar bears and a runaway Yak, all in the name of research. LISTEN Subscribe now to the Bestseller Experiment App and get access to hundreds of hours of bestseller interviews …

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Ep. 271: Predicting Weightlifting Trends in 2025 | Seb Ostrowicz, Weightlifting House 1:13:59

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2024 was one heck of a year for weightlifting. Olivia Reeves won Olympic gold, Karlos Nasar stole our hearts (thanks, Weightlifting House), China won 5 Olympic golds, and the sport doesn't seem to be slowing down. In this episode of the podcast, I was joined by the one and only Seb Ostrowicz, founder of Weightlifting House. Seb and I discuss the pa…

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67. Everything You Wanted To Know About Improving Your Sleep with Clinical Psychologist Dr. Melissa Milanak 1:25:23

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed clinical psychologist and sleep expert, Dr. Melissa Milanak also known as @drmelissamilanak on IG. We discussed: - The stages of sleep and how your body heals itself both physically and mentally - The 4 step process to sleeping soundly through the night - Why we wake up in the…

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Ep. 270: Should Weightlifters Jump? (How to Program Plyometrics) | Chris Taber, PhD 44:03

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Chris Taber, PhD in Sport Physiology, joins me yet again to tackle training questions through a science-informed lens. During this episode of the podcast, we discuss flywheel training, jumps, plyometrics, and how to program power-based movements. Enjoy Follow Chris: https://www.instagram.com/drchristaber/ https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Christ…

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Ep537 - Maria Semple | How To Find Your Voice As A Writer 1:15:03

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Have you every wondered how important your “Voice” is as a writer? This week on The Bestseller Experiment podcast, New York Times success Maria Semple tells us just how essential your voice is. Maria was recently named a “Power Author” by the Hollywood Reporter, putting her alongside such giants as JK Rowling and George RR […] The post Ep537 – Mari…

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Ep. 269: Meredith Alwine | Worlds, Retirement, & Future Plans 56:20

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Meredith Alwine is one of the most decorated weightlifters in the USA. She's a 3x Pan American Champion, 2021 World Champion, and Junior World silver medalist. Along with being an incredible athlete, she's also an avid thinker, finding her love of philosophy at thirteen years old. Join us as we discuss Meredith's most recent performance at Worlds, …

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Ep536 - A Christmas Special with Ian Rankin 1:15:03

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A Christmas treat as we speak to bestselling author Ian Rankin who takes us through his incredible career, including tips on plotting, research, and his worst habit when writing, his favourite mistake (which he kept in the book) and he tells us his Sean Connery story… LISTEN Subscribe now to the Bestseller Experiment App and get access […] The post…

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66. Your Vitamin, Mineral, & Sport Supplement Questions Answered with Clinical Sports Pharmacist Dr. Jessica Beal-Stahl 53:46

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed clinical sports pharmacist, Dr. Jessical Beal-Stahl, PharmD, also known as @jessb_rx on IG. We discussed: How to know which supplements are safe and what to look for on the label Is oversupplementation of vitamins/minerals a risk and which ones should we be aware of? Which med…

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Ep535 - Behind Sarah Pinborough’s Eyes! 57:13

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Sarah Pinborough has had over twenty novels published and written for TV and film. Sarah’s new thriller Behind Her Eyes is getting incredible buzz after a heated auction. Sarah is always funny, insightful and often eye-wateringly honest. Brace yourselves for one of our most entertaining author chats yet… WARNING: Contains strong adult language! LIS…

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Ep534 - John Connolly | No Formulas & Finishing Books Author 59:54

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John Connolly has won pretty much every crime award going, and his books are regular Sunday Times bestsellers. He doesn’t do workshops, doesn’t suffer fools, and tells us about the massive issue with leaving a book half-finished. John’s words are dripping in wisdom and we loved him. LISTEN Subscribe now to the Bestseller Experiment App and get acce…

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Ep. 268: Coaching at Two Olympic Games, Leaving Power & Grace, and High School S&C | Spencer Arnold 45:51

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Spencer Arnold has coached at two Olympic Games, helped produce countless D1 athletes, and continues to leave his mark in the sports performance world. Listen in as we discuss his experience at the Paris Games, why he decided to step down from Power and Grace, and how Hebron Christian manages to produce so many elite athletes. This is an episode yo…

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65. A Bariatric Athlete Journey With Endurance Runner Heather Wade 43:06

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In this episode of the Active Bariatric Nutrition Podcast, I interviewed bariatric endurance runner, Heather Wade, also known as @heathernadine94 on IG. We discussed: How Heather built up from short distances to running a full marathon after bariatric surgery Heather's training program including a typical week of mileage and crosstraining The bigge…

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Ep533 - Shannon Mayer - Million-Selling Indie Author 59:54

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From farrier to million-selling indie author, USA Today bestseller, and writing machine, Shannon bestows wisdom, inspiration, and a quote that we want on t-shirts and bumper stickers. Episode Highlights:Shannon Mayer: Website | Facebook | Twitter | Mailing List LISTEN Books Mentioned Subscribe now to the Bestseller Experiment App and get access to …

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Ep. 267: Science of the Jerk and Overhead Pressing Derivatives for Weightlifting and S&C | Marcos Soriano, PhD 1:08:55

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Marcos Soriano is a PhD working in both academia and athletics. He has been conducting and publishing some of the coolest research in weightlifting, all centered around understanding performance. Listen to this episode of the podcast as we explore the split jerk and weightlifting overhead pressing derivatives. This includes the role of the press, p…