GymCastic: The Gymnastics Podcast
Episodes
262: 1996 Olympic Event Finals Commissioned
08 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we bring you the final installment in our epic 1996 Olympics TRILOGY: the event finals. This episode is brought to you by Club Gym Nerd mem...
261: 2017 U.S. Classic
02 Aug 2017
Contributed by Lukas
U.S. CLASSIC Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica discuss everything important and unimportant that happened at Saturday's U.S. Classic. JUNIORS Our favorit...
260: U.S. Classic Preview
25 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
MEET NEWS Lauren, Jessica, and Spencer preview this weekend's U.S. Classic! How to watch Hopes - Friday, July 28, 2:30 CT - USAGym Youtube Juni...
259: The Nassar Plea, Parkour Responds to FIG, and Ranch Updates
19 Jul 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Jessica speaks with John Manly of Manly, Stewart, & Finaldi, who represents Olympic and world medalists in the cases against Larry Nassar...
257: The Daniels Report
28 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Deborah Daniels, a former federal prosecutor, was commissioned by USA Gymnastics to conduct an independent review of USAG's handling of s...
256: 1996 Olympic All-Around Final (Commissioned)
21 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week, it's Part 2 of our very, very, extra special commission series about the 1996 Olympics, this time brought to you by Club Gym Nerd member Kr...
255: 1996 Olympic Team Final (Commissioned)
13 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
This week, we have another very special commissioned episode for you to sink your ears into. Loyal Club Gym Nerd member Robin helped support the show ...
254: Vanessa Atler
07 Jun 2017
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Vanessa Atler is an American treasure and fans have loved her from the moment they first saw her elegant power. She's a multi-ti...
253: Koper, Asian Champs, Osijek and Youcan is back
24 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news Spencer and Jessica chat about: Koper World Challenge Cup in Slovenia (results) Larisa Iordache BB "Flavinha" (Flavia Sa...
252: Myths, Legends, and Unexpected Moments in Gymnastics History
17 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
Welcome to another commissioned episode. Club Gym Nerd member, Alison, helped support the podcast by asking us to talk about the greatest myths, le...
251: Chinese and JO Nationals
10 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Chinese National Championships 2017 (1:40) The floor fell apart Shang Chunsong got a 3 on...
250: Cluj European Championships
03 May 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica chat about: European Championships (2:00): Results Finals Day One, Finals Day Two...
249: NCAA Championships
19 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Spencer, and Jessica chat about the 2017 NCAA Championships: Semifinal One: Scoring started tight/correct but did it stay that way? ...
248: London World Cup
12 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Spencer and Jessica chat about: USA Gymnastics Sexual Abuse Investigation: Gag Order lifted Dantzcher claims USA Gymnas...
247: Progress?
05 Apr 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica chat about: Progress is being made at the top of the elite program Regionals Recap (5:00) Ses...
246: Kathy Johnson Clarke Regionals Preview
29 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Kathy Johnson Clarke, American Cup champion, World medalist, 1984 Olympic team silver medalist and Olympic bronze medalist on ...
245: Penny is GONE
22 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Spencer and Jessica chat about: USA Gymnastics President has resigned after the USOC called for his ouster Why this is not...
244 Russian Championships and Gymnix
15 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica chat about: Russian Championships 2017: Seda Tutkhalyan tied for the beam title with Vik...
243: Senate Bill 534
08 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: The American Cup & Nastia Cup: Our favorite routines of the weekend from Yul...
242: Standards
01 Mar 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Melbourne World Cup Kenzo, Ting Ting and Sanne! NCAA Beligerent fans at...
The Pittsburgh Incident: Vitaly Marinitch Accused of Assault
22 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW If you are a regular listener, you know that USA Gymnastics is embroiled in a massive sexual abuse scandal that was first brough...
240: Chalkography
15 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
MEET NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Hall of 10's Alex McMurtry scored a 10 on UB Madison Kocian scored a 10.0 o...
239: Elite Canada, Reykjavik and NCAA
08 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica chat about: Quiz: World, Olympic and National Team Members in the NCAA (sexy data here) El...
238: Maggie Nichols & KJ Kindler
01 Feb 2017
Contributed by Lukas
THE NCAA NEWS Spencer and Jessica recap the week in college gymnastics: Who has joined the hall of 10's. McMurtry DTY, Karas Michigan 1.5 for 9.97...
237: Ruby Harrold
25 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Ruby Harrold from Bristol, England (The Academy Portishead), has graced our country by competing in college for Louisiana Stat...
236: Dream Theme Floor Routines
18 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: The University of North Carolina gymnastics team is hosting an LGBTQ Community S...
235: Happy 2017
11 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Our favorite and least favorite moments from 2016 NCAA Recap Five freshman Wor...
BBS: Mexican Open Gala of Insanity
05 Jan 2017
Contributed by Lukas
We'll be back next week on our regular schedule. Until then, enjoy all the NCAA recaps from Spencer at https://balancebeamsituation.com/
234: Chris Brooks
21 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW If you need inspiration, are a coach of a gymnast who doesn't quite get it, or need New Year's resolution help, this is the ep...
233: Danell Leyva 2016
14 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Danell Leyva is back on the show (listen to his first appearance here)! The eight-time World and Olympic medalist was the only...
232: Conflict of Interest
07 Dec 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Cottbus Results (6:00) Rayderley Zapata did his 1.5-twisting double front. ...
231: The Rise and Fall of Ukrainian Gymnastics
29 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Karla commissioned this episode because she wants everyone "to be able to appreciate the beauty that was Ukrainian gymnastics back when ar...
230: The Good News
23 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Nutrition and supplements are something we don't hear about a lot in gymnastics, unless we are looking at Jonathan Horton's In...
229: All Good Things Come To Those Who Cowboy
16 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Elite Massillia WOGA trained Russian born, US green card holder, Irina Alexeva ...
228: Leotards (Commissioned)
09 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
COMMISSIONED EPISODE: Club Gym Nerd member, Gym Coach Diana, has commissioned an episode all about the glorious leotard! Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica ...
227: Jane Doe2 Sues Karolyis
02 Nov 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: All-time greatest Hero vs. Villain match-ups in gymnastics What gymnastics cost...
226: FIG Regime Change
26 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim; Spencer; Jessica; and special guest, Charlie Burrows, acrobatic talent scout for Cirque du Soleil joins us to ...
225: 1992 Olympics Recap (Commissioned)
19 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
COMMISSIONED EPISODE This week's episode is brought to you by Club Gym Nerd members: Nicole Langevin of Precision Choreography, Rebecca W., Aliso...
BBS: Vampires and Nadia Comaneci The Karolyi Story
12 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK While we are preparing for next week's epic commissioned episode, please enjoy, not one, but two blog-casts from The Balance Beam Situation....
BBS: American Horror Story The Ranch
12 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK While we are preparing for next week's epic commissioned episode, please enjoy, not one, but two blog-casts from The Balance Beam Situation....
224: Age of the Pegan
05 Oct 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Retirements, Valerie's first official camp as team coordinator, US Team to the ...
223: Tasha Schwikert
29 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Olympic medalist, NCAA Champion, law school graduate (currently waiting for her bar results) and legend of the dance floor, ...
222: The New King
21 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: 1988 Olympic Champion and WOGA genius, Valerie Liukin has officialy been name...
BBS: NCAA Gymnastics for Beginners
17 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Read Spencer's full blog post with HAIR images here.
221: Jane Doe vs. USAG Doctor
14 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS This week Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica discuss: Dr. Larry Nassar accused of sexual assault Gymternet news (29:48) Feedback and ...
220: Get Your Random Trash Aerial Off My Lawn
07 Sep 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Spencer, Lauren and Jessica chat about: Lauren's experience as an associate producer for NBC's live online gymnastics cov...
219: Rio Olympic Event Finals Day 3 plus behind the scenes with Houry
24 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Day Three, Rio Olympic Event Finals: Women's floor, high bar and parallel bars hosts Spencer, Houry Gebeshian (27 year-old, first ev...
218: Rio Olympic Event Finals Day 2
16 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS On Day Two of the Rio Olympic Event Finals: Beam, Rings and Men's Vault hosts Spencer, Uncle Tim and Jessica chat about: We hit ON...
217: Rio Olympic Event Finals Day One
15 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS On Day One of the Rio Olympic Event Finals: Men's Floor, Women's Vault, Pommel Horse, Women's Uneven Bars, Spencer, Uncle Tim and ...
216: Rio Women's All-Around Final
12 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Australian national team member, Commonwealth Games and World Cup medalist, Mary-Anne "Mez" Monckton, Spencer, Stefa...
215: Rio Men's Olympic All-Around Final
11 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Please take this super short survey. It helps our podcast host find advertisers to fit your every desire. Full results here How...
214: Rio Women's Olympic Team Final
10 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
LISTEN HERE IN THE NEWS In the news, Australian national team member, Commonwealth Games and World Cup medalist, Mary-Anne "Mez" Monckton, Sp...
213: Rio Men's Olympic Team Finals
09 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Please take this super short survey. It helps our podcast host find advertisers t...
212: Rio WAG Olympic Prelims
08 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, Stefane and Jessica chat about: Please take this super short survey. It helps our podcast host fi...
211: Rio Men's Olympic Prelims, Houry Gebeshian Interview
07 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: Please take this super short survey. It helps our podcast host find advertise...
210: Women's Podium Training from RIO
05 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: Please take this super short survey. It helps our podcast host find advertise...
209: Men's Podium Training at the Rio Olympic Games
04 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: Please take our super short survey. It helps us find advertisers to fit our lis...
208: Rio Olympics Preview
03 Aug 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: How to watch live on BBC, CBC or NBC (details here). We will be doing a podca...
207: A History of Political Protests in Gymnastics
27 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Dvora and Jessica chat about: Russia has not been banned as a country, but the FIG must decide on individuals. (...
206: The Russian Situation
20 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS This week, Uncle Tim, Spencer and Jessica chat about: Gabby's secret knee injury (3:30): "Broken knee" and absentee father storylines...
187: McKayla Maroney Best of GymCastic
13 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Olympic gold medalist and three time World Champion, McKayla Maroney has much to share about where she has been, what happened along the way...
205: Day Two 2016 Women's Olympic Trials Final
12 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, Lauren, Cordelia Price (aunt of 2014 World Cup Series Champion and 2012 Olympian alternate Eliz...
204: Day One 2016 Women's Olympic Trials
09 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, Lauren, Lindsey Green, Jennifer Lacopelli and Jessica chat about: Kittia-Gate: Christian Gallardo has b...
203: Olympic Trials Preview and Dvora Meyers on Her New Book
06 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW One of our original hosts, Dvora Meyers has just published The End of the Perfect 10: The Making and Breaking of Gymnastics' ...
Douglas Family Gold: Finale
05 Jul 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE This week on Douglas Family Gold (S1 E5), Jessica, Spencer and Spanny recap the episode and discuss: The episode extra ...
202: The 2016 Men's Olympic Trials, Women's PG Championships
28 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS This week, Uncle Tim, Spencer, Lauren, and Jessica chat about: Men's Olympic Trials The Olympic Team: Sam Mikulak, Chris Brooks...
Douglas Family Gold: Worlds Selection Camp
26 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THIS WEEK'S EPISODE This week on Douglas Family Gold (S1 E5), Jessica, Spencer and Stefane recap the episode and discuss: The family listened ...
201: Men's Olympic Trials and P&G Champs Preview
22 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
NEWS In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: Our favorite moments from last week's interview with Alicia Sacramone Controvers...
Douglas Family Gold: Last Days of Summer
20 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S EPISODE This week in Douglas Family Gold (S1 E4), Jessica, Spencer and Spanny recap the episode and discuss: Real Moment of the Week ...
200: Alicia Sacramone
15 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW We are honored and humbled to welcome back the legend herself, Alicia Sacramone, to celebrate our 200th episode. She joined us...
Douglas Family Gold: A Companion for Gabby S1 E3
13 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The new Gabbymoji app features the gorgeous art above. THIS WEEK'S EPISODE This week's show is dedicated to the victims and survivors of the Orland...
199: Euros, Classics and the U.S. ManChampionships
08 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week's episode is proudly presented by new Club Gym Nerd member, Saul, who joined at the Episode Dedication level. Saul dedicated this episode ...
Douglas Family Gold: Graduation Day S1E2
06 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S EPISODE In this week's recap of Douglas Family Gold, Jessica, Spencer and Spanny recap the episode and discuss: We have now met Hi...
147: The 2015 European Championships
01 Jun 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the News This GymCastic Classic originally aired April 29th 2015. The 2016 Euros start this week! Current Australian national team member and ...
Douglas Family Gold: The First Hurdle E1S1
30 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S EPISODE This week on Douglas Family Gold (season one, episode one) Jessica, Spencer and Spanny recap the episode and discuss: Ou...
198: The Marta Quote
25 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
IN THE NEWS Spencer and Jessica chat about: Our new podcast about the Gabby's Douglas realty show Douglas Family Gold on Oxygen. Watch the first ep...
Douglas Family Gold Preview Show
23 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S EPISODE Yes! It's an all new podcast! We'll be doing a weekly recap of DFG here along with our regular weekly episodes of GymCastic. If y...
197: Betty Okino
18 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
THIS WEEK'S INTERVIEW Betty Okino escaped an assassination attempt as a child, has two skills named after her in the Code of Points, won an Olympic...
151: Danell Leyva
11 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
June 2015 Best of Episode The artist, Danell Leyva joins us this week. Known for his flair on every event, he also stands out as a staunch nonco...
196: The Romanian Situation
04 May 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week we talk about the state of Romanian gymnastics with native Romanian and editor of The Couch Gymnast, Bea: Coaches Octavian Belu and Maria...
195: Feedback and MAG Rio Test Event with Coach Rick
26 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the News This week we are so happy to have Canadian, coach, brevet judge (inactive) and the most interesting gymnastics man in the world, Coach Ri...
194: Rio Test Event and 2016 NCAA Championships
20 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Flávia Saraiva of Brazil (left, photo by FIG) and Nina McGee University of Denver (right, photo byChristy Linder) In the news, Uncle Tim, Lauren...
193: Part 2 of 2 Miss Val on Do-Over Gate and Gymternet News
13 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In Part Two of this week's episode, UCLA head coach, Miss Val, wanted to clear the air about the do-overs. She talks to Uncle Tim about: The do-...
193: Part One Russian, Pac Rim, British Championships
13 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In Part One of this weeks' show Jessica, Uncle Tim, Katie Foster and Nico chat about: Russian National Championships recap with a Russian speake...
192: NCAA Regionals, Doha World Cup and Cottbus Highlights
06 Apr 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer from the Balance Beam Situation, and Jessica chat about: How to watch Pacific Rim Championships from anywhere in ...
60: Terin Humphrey
30 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Above - World Champion, two-time Olympic silver medalist, and two time NCAA Champion, Officer Terin Humphrey. This week in meet news: Larisa Iorda...
191: Jesolo, Stuttgart and NCAA Conference Championships
23 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
This week Olympic medalist, World Champion and NCAA Champion, Sam Peszek, along with Evan Heiter, Uncle Tim, Spencer, and Jessica chat about: ...
190: Part 3 of 3 Test Event Terror, NCAA Do-Overs and Drugs Tests
16 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We are trying something new this week. The show has been broken into three parts for your enjoyment; Netflix binge style. Listen to all the three part...
190: Part 2 of 3 Maroney's Coaches Respond and Gymnix Recap
16 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We are trying something new this week. The show has been broken into three parts for your enjoyment; Netflix binge style. Listen to all the three pa...
190: Part 1 of 3 Glasgow World Cup
16 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
We are trying something new this week. The show has been broken into three parts for your enjoyment; Netflix binge style. Listen to all the three part...
189: Blinded by the Swag 2016 American Cup
08 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the news, NCAA Champion and former US men's national team member, Stacey Ervin joins Uncle Tim, Lauren, and Jessica chat about: Why the Am...
188: Kyla Moves On, Concussions, Baku and American Cup Preview
02 Mar 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Kyla Ross by Christy Linder Dr. Caroline Just (00:01:15) She studied psychology and neuroscience in university, and then went to medical school ...
186: Amanda Borden
17 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Olympic gold medalist, Amanda Borden The smiliest gymnastics queen in all the land visited Uncle Tim this week. On the 20th anniversary of her...
185: 2008 Olympic All-Around Finals (Commissioned)
10 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
AFP PHOTO / FRANCK FIFE Our first ever commissioned...
184: Chow Loves Bush
03 Feb 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the gymternet news, Uncle Tim, Lauren Hopkins, Spanny Tampson and Jessica chat about: The Bronze trailer got even raunchier and we can't...
183: Front Chicken Dump
27 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
The kick-over-front, front-toss, dump, chicken-flip has an actual name, the "Rowe". Gymnast photos by the wonderful Christy Ann Linder of Gym Focus...
182: Triumvirate of Glory
20 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Paul Ruggeri, Steve Legendre, Brandon Wynn, Donell Whittenburg, Sam Mikulak, Danell Leyva, Alex Naddour and Jake Dalton (L-R) at training camp in Ri...
181: Hipster Team 2016
15 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
D.C. is on our radar! The 2016 George Washington University Gymnastics team scored a 196 to open the season. They are the hipster, underdog team to ...
180: Flamethrowers are the must-have accessory for 2016
06 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
In the news, Uncle Tim, Spencer from The Balance Beam Situation, and Jessica chat about: A clarification to start the year off : USA Gymnast...
137: Lisa Mason Interview
06 Jan 2016
Contributed by Lukas
Olympian, Khorkina beater, adult elite, mother and jet pack booty owner, Lisa Mason. Lady Lisa Mason, as she will be known on this show because...