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Episode 129: Matt O'Keefe - President of Loud & Live Sports

13 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Matt O'Keefe, President of Loud & Live Sports joins us to discuss the sport of CrossFit and where he sees live competition going. We also got some BIG...

Ep 128: CrossFit CEO Eric Roza

06 Jan 2021

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit CEO joined us on the podcast to discuss the current state of CrossFit. He gave us his thoughts on how his journey as been since taking over, ...

Episode 127: Q&A from Listeners

16 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and I take questions from our Patreon group. This episode brought to you by AIRWAAV

Ep 126: Jillian Michaels is full of sh*t w/special guest Dr. Kelly Starrett

08 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dr. Kelly Starrett joins the show to discuss the most recent video posted by Fitness Guru Jillian Michaels, where she outlines why she doesn't underst...

Ep 125: Tim Paulson

06 Dec 2020

Contributed by Lukas

4x CrossFit Games Athlete Tim Paulson joins us to discuss what life as a new father is like, the experience of childbirth during Covid, and how he is ...

Ep 124: Haley Adams

30 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Haley comes back on the show to discuss her CrossFit Games experience, handcare maintenance, her most recent trip skydiving, and her plans for the hol...

Ep 123: Saxon Panchik

25 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Saxon Panchik joins us to discuss his experience on the CrossFit Games Demo Team and his thoughts on the Games as a whole. This episo...

Ep 122: Neal Maddox

20 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

OG Crossfit games Athlete Neal Maddox joins the show to discuss what is going on in his life, gym, and training. We chatted about the current climate ...

Inclusion RX'd Ep 8: Athena "Bean" Perez

19 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

My guest this week is Athena "Bean" Perez who is the author of "Lifting the Wait" and owner of "Scaled Nation CrossFit". We spend time in this episode...

Ep 121: Holiday Gift ideas from John & Niki plus special guest Dr. Dena Garner with AIRWAAV

16 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Niki and John discuss the best gift ideas for the CrossFitter in your life. We also had the opportunity to chat with Dr. Dena Garner f...

Ep 120: Kelsey Kiel

13 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Kelsey Kiel joins us to discuss her training for the US Olympic bobsled Team. This episode brought to you by Fleo Shorts

Inclusion RX'd Ep 7: Erick Hudson

11 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Inclusion RX'd special guest is Erick Hudson. Erick a L2 CrossFit Coach and content creator for the IG page and YouTube channel @constantlyvariedfitne...

Ep 119: Kari Pearce

09 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games athlete, 3rd fittest woman in the world, and fittest American woman Kari Pearce joins us on the show to discuss her 2020 CrossFit Games...

Ep 118: Josh Bridges

06 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games Athlete and LEGEND Josh Bridges joins us on the show to discuss his new podcast "Checkin' In", his YouTube Page @Josh Bridges , his c...

Inclusion Rx'd Ep 6: Dwyne Shoemaker

03 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dwyne is a competitive CrossFit Judge and if you've attended CrossFit Sanctioned events like Wodapalooza or the Mid Atlantic CrossFit Championship (MA...

Inclusion RX'd Ep 5: Logan Aldridge

01 Nov 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Logan Aldridge runs the Adaptive Training Academy and passionately helps coaches and affiliate owners meets the needs of the adaptive community. Logan...

Ep 117: 2020 CrossFit Games Recap with Niki & John

28 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki is back from the 2020 CrossFit Games where she spent the weekend reporting on the action and interviewing the athletes. We recap the action and g...

Inclusion RX'd Ep 4: Breona Evans Wallin

26 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the "Inclusion RX'd" series I had the opportunity to chat with Breona Evans Wallin. Breona is a Titans Games competitor, 6x CrossFi...

Ep 116: CrossFit Games Preview w/special Guest Steph Chung

21 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games athlete Steph Chung joins John & Niki to discuss the upcoming 2020 CrossFit Games

Inclusion RX'd Ep 3: Meredith Root

10 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This week we are joined by CrossFit Games Athlete Meredith Root where we discuss how to be "not not-inclusive", culture starts at the top, lining your...

Ep 115: John & Niki - Music, CrossFit Gear, & all about us

10 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we just freestyle chat about Van Halen, our musical influences and choices, CrossFit gear (mostly shoes) and tell the story of how we ...

Inclusion RX'd Ep 2: Zionna Hanson, Founder of Barbells for Boobs

08 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 2 of our "Inclusion RX'd" series features Zionna Hanson, founder of Barbells for Boobs. Zionna spent time sharing what it's like to be a femal...

Episode 114: Justin Medeiros

05 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

2020 Top 5 CrossFit Games Athlete Justin Medeiros joins us on the podcast to discuss his upcoming trip to Aromas to compete for the title "Fittest on ...

Inclusion RX'd Ep 1: Senator Adam Hollier

03 Oct 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Inclusion RX'd will be an ongoing podcast/video series discussing diversity and inclusion in CrossFit. This weeks guest is Senator Adam Hollier (D-Mic...

Ep 113: 2020 CrossFit Games Stage One review and recap with Niki & John

23 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki is back from California and we are discussing Stage 1 of the 2020 CrossFit Games, production, programming, athletes, the fan experience, and ever...

Ep 112: Recap of the 2020 CrossFit Games with Guest Host Steph Chung

20 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games Athlete Steph Chung guest hosts to recap the 2020 CrossFit Games as they take the final athletes down to 5 in each division.

Ep 111: Annie Thorisdottir

16 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games 2x Champion Annie Thorisdottir came on the show to discuss her recent pregnancy, the birth story of her daughter Freyja, her place on t...

Ep 110: John's Top 5 Games Picks, The Elite Teen Throwdown, and the "Re_New You Challenge"

12 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

John & Niki discuss the Elite Teen Throwdown that John attended in Michigan and make predictions for the final five from the CrossFit Games online com...

Ep 109: Haley Adams

08 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You likely know Haley Adams as the 2018 CrossFit Fittest Teen on Earth and in 2019 she finished 6th in the Individual Womens Division. We caught up wi...

Ep 108: Jessica Fithen creator of "You Look Like A Man"

01 Sep 2020

Contributed by Lukas

[This episode has adult content] Jessica Fithen is the mastermind behind the highly entertaining, sometimes crazy, and always a little outrageous Ins...

Ep 107: Courtney Roselle

30 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You guys may know Courtney as the Titan Games East Region Champion but she is so much more than that. She has an amazing message of how she overcame b...

Ep 106: Matt Chan - Titan Games Champion

28 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

NBC Titan Games Champion Matt Chan & CrossFit OG comes on the show to discuss his experience competing as well as overcoming injury, his life as a fir...

Ep 105: Rich Froning

25 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Rich Froning joins the podcast to chat about the state of CrossFit, the changes that have happened and that are upcoming, Froning Farms, what it's lik...

Ep 104: The Elite Teen Throwdown

22 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

With the Games Season disrupted the team at The Pit Fitness Ranch decided to make sure that the competitive teen athletes were not forgotten and have ...

Ep 103: CrossFit Game Update & speculation, John's 50th Birthday & Niki interviews his daughters

15 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Game Update & speculation, John's 50th Birthday & Niki interviews his daughters. This episode brought to you by Mobility MVMNT. Use (MPGA25) ...

Ep 102: Athena Perez - Author of "Lifting the Wait"

12 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Athena Perez joins the podcast to discuss her 250# weight loss journey through CrossFit, her new book "Lifting the Wait" and her new gym Scaled Nation...

Ep 101: John David aka "Obese to Beast"

06 Aug 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Reoccurring guest and YouTube/IG influencer John David aka "Obese to Beast" joins us. This episode is brought to you by Mobility MVMNT.

Ep 100: Steph Chung - Professional Fitness Athletes Association

24 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games Athlete Steph Chung comes on the show to discuss the new Professional Fitness Athletes' Association. We cover what the groups mission i...

Ep 99: Bern Prince - CrossFit Invictus Boston Invitational for Campaign Zero

21 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In a unique episode, John & Niki recap their vacations and discuss CrossFit news and topics and then kick it over to Niki who had the pleasure of inte...

Ep 98: Jared Enderton

13 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games Athlete Jared Enderton joined us on the podcast to discuss his home training, how to stay motivated, his strategy for returning to the ...

Ep 97: John & Niki

06 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat about all the non-controversial topics such as religion, politics, and diversity. We also discuss our special 100th episode co...

Ep 96: Dani Speegle & Alec Smith

03 Jul 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We had a BLAST chatting with CrossFit Games athletes Dani Speegle & Alec Smith about what is going on in their lives right now. We spent time talking ...

Ep 95: Sam and Jen Dancer

29 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we had the opportunity to chat with Sam and Jen Dancer, two "OG" CrossFitters and amazing humans. We talked about everything under the...

Ep 94: CrossFit has a new CEO/Owner

25 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat about CrossFits new Owner and CEO Eric Roza. We discuss his resume, background, his Zoom call with Dave Castro and the affilia...

Ep 93: "Ole Roy"

21 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

You guys have been asking for an "Ole Roy" update so here is a very special Father's Day Edition on Make PODs Great Again. My 75 year old dad took tim...

Ep 92: Adaptive Training Academy

16 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we had the pleasure of chatting with Logan Aldridge and Alec Zirkenbach of the Adaptive training Academy. ATA is an education-focused ...

Ep 91: Adrian Conway

12 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we had the pleasure of chatting with Adrian Conway. Adrian is the owner of FNX, a 4x CrossFit Games athlete and 3x team champion. We s...

Ep 90: John & Niki - The Future of CrossFit

10 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss Greg Glassman's retirement, Dave Castro taking over as CEO, the future of the affiliates, and questions from fans. This epi...

Ep 89: John & Niki - Race and the state of CrossFit

08 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

John and Niki discuss the current state of CrossFit, the CEOs tweets & emails, Gyms leaving in droves, and what is potentially next for the sport and ...

Ep 88: Marquan Jones

05 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode we are joined my CrossFit Games athlete Marquan Jones. We spent time talking about the current racial climate in the US, diversity in Cro...

Ep 87: Elijah Muhammad

03 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We had the honor and privilege to spend this episode with CrossFit Games Athlete Elijah Muhammad. With the turbulent and tragic events happening curre...

Ep 86: Rory Mckernan

01 Jun 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Amazing conversation chatting with Rory Mckernan baout what her has going on down in Tennessee, what life is like as they are coming out of quarantine...

Ep 85: Ben, Alec, and Dane Smith

30 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

CrossFit Games Champion Ben Smith as well as his brothers Alec, & Dane Smith (who are accomplished CrossFit athletes as well) came on the pod to discu...

Ep 84: Scott Brits founder of Battle Cancer

23 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have an amazing discussion with Scott Brits, the founder of Battle Cancer. Scott is doing amazing work in the CrossFit community se...

Ep 83: Jessica Griffith

19 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and I sit down with Jessica and talk about how she living the dream currently in Missouri, her team training, her nursing career, and what is on ...

Ep 82: Noah Ohlsen

17 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Noah came on the show to chat about how the pandemic is impacting his training and business. We chatted about his CrossFit Games experience, how peopl...

Ep 81: Pat Vellner

14 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We had an absolute BLAST chatting with CrossFit Games Athlete Pat Vellner about everything from his current training, house shopping, his wedding plan...

Ep 80: Margaux Alvarez

12 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We had a great time chatting with CrossFit Games athlete Margaux Alvarez about how she is handling the quarantine, what it means to her and her busine...

Ep 79: Hunter McIntyre

08 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Remember last years CrossFit Games Wild Card? Well Hunter is back and kind enough to sit down and chat with us about everything he has going on. We ta...

Ep 78: Scott & Christin Panchik

05 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Scott & Christin Panchik come on the show to discuss their new baby on the way, how the quarantine is affecting their lives and the affiliate that the...

Ep 77: The Buttery Bros

03 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we catch up with Heber Cannon and Marston Sawyers better known as The Buttery Bros. We catch up with all the buttery happenings that t...

Ep 76: Traci Bates - Owner of Assault Fitness

01 May 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Niki and John chatted with Traci Bates who is the owner of the product we all love to hate, Assault Bike. We chatted about all of the ...

Ep 75: Sean Woodland

25 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We had a great time catching up with our buddy and CrossFit broadcasting LEGEND, Sean Woodland. Sean is getting used to being a new dad while trying t...

Ep 74: Michael Watts - Director Global Athlete Performance at Under Armour

21 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we had the pleasure of chatting with Michael Watts who is the Director of Global Athlete Performance at Under Armour. We had the oppor...

Ep 73: Dani Speegle

17 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we are joined by the very fun and amazing Dani Speegle. We talk about everything under the sun including how Dani is handling quaranti...

Ep 72: Steph Chung - CrossFit Games Athlete

06 Apr 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and John chat with CrossFit Games athlete Steph Chung about how she is handling the quarantine, how it's changed her training and lifestyle, and ...

Ep 71: Camille Leblanc-Bazinet & Dave "Thundrbro" Lipson

25 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Dave and Camille come on the show to discuss their businesses "Thundrbro" & Feroce Fitness, the amazing work they are doing in the community during th...

Ep 70: Covid-19's impact on the CrossFit community

23 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

John & Niki discuss the impact of the quarantine on the community at large, their personal lives, Sanctionals & the CrossFit Games and WOD on the Wave...

Ep 69: COVID-19 & CrossFit Update with John & Niki w/ special guest Matt Brazier

16 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

John & Niki give a special update regarding COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and the CrossFit season as well as how it is impacting the affiliates.

Ep 68: Armen Hammer

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Armen joined us to discuss his journey in CrossFit, his many OG stories, the times he pissed off CrossFit, and what's next for his content.

Ep 67: CrossFit Games Athlete Travis Williams

15 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Travis talks to us about his experience at Wodapalooza, what he has going on with team competition, his amazing weightless journey in CrossFit, and th...

Ep 66: Chris Hinshaw

05 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Chris Hinshaw. Chis is the founder of aerobiccapacity.com and is widely considered one of the top endurance coaches in th...

Ep 65: Saxon Panchik, 3x CrossFit Games Athlete

04 Mar 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Saxon Panchik who just punched his 3rd ticket to the CrossFit Games by finishing 4th at Wodapalooza. We discuss his train...

Ep 64: Jacob Heppner

28 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Niki and john talk to CrossFit Games athlete Jacob Heppner. We discuss his family, friendships, intense training, OCR, the CrossFit Ga...

Ep 63: Griffin Roelle - Norwegian CrossFit Championship Winner

27 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and John get to chat with Griffin Roelle who recently won the Norwegian CrossFit Championship and qualified for his first CrossFit Games.

Ep 62: Norwegian CrossFit Championship Recap

20 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we recap the results and experience from the Norwegian CrossFit Championship and discuss what is coming up in Wodapalooza.

Ep 61: Annie Thorisdottir

11 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

in this episode we get the honor of chatting with 2x CrossFit Games Champion Annie Thorisdottir. Annie recently announced she is expecting a baby in A...

Ep 60: Danny Lehr - Owner of Caffeine & Kilos

10 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we get to chat with Danny Lehr. Danny is the owner of Caffeine and Kilos. He also is the owner of Excel Health and Fitness which is a ...

Ep 59: Zak Leighton - WOD on the Waves founding partner and affiliate owner of CrossFit Distinction

09 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I get to chat with Zak Leighton. Zak is the co-owner of CrossFit Distinction in Beachwood Ohio and one of the founding partners of WOD...

Ep 58: CrossFit baby fever & a preview of Norwegian CrossFit Championship & Wodapalooza

08 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we discuss all the athletes that are expecting babies. We also discuss the Norwegian CrossFit Championship as well as Wodapalooza and ...

Ep 57: Jason Ackerman, Author & CEO of THUNDRBRO

06 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I had the opportunity to chat with Jason Ackerman, Jason is a CF-L4 seminar CrossFit coach and author of "Best Hour Of Their Day". He ...

Ep 56: Chandler Smith, CrossFit Games Athlete & Mayhem Classic Champion

03 Feb 2020

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we chat with Chandler Smith, CF Games athlete and sanctional winner of the Mayhem Classic. We had the opportunity to discuss everythin...

Ep 55: West Coast Classic with Logan Vanderpool

26 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and John catch up with Logan Vanderpool, West Coast Classic Tour Host and CrossFit MC to discuss what is going on over at Loud and Live.

Ep 54: EC Synkowski - the 800g challenge recap

22 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and John get to spend time with EC Synkowski, the creator of the 800g challenge and discuss John's last 30 days trying the plan and his experienc...

Ep 53: New Under Armour CrossFit apparel (shoes!) review and Human Performance Summit wrapup

20 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

John and Niki discuss the new UA apparel, the Human Performance Summit, as well as random scams Niki falls for...

Ep 52: John David Glaude, "Obese to Beast"

15 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

We had an amazing discussion with Content Creator John David Glaude of "Obese to Beast" and "Work for Change Podcast" about his weight loss journey, h...

Ep 51: Recap of Mayhem Classic and our day one at the Under Armour Human Performance Summit

14 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and I discuss her trip to Cookville Tn to work the Mayhem Classic. We also discuss our Day One at the Under Armour Human Performance Summit.

Ep 50: Joy + Claire

11 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features Joy + Claire from the podcast "This is Joy & Claire" as well as the legendary podcast "Girls Gone WOD". Joy & Claire have been t...

Ep 49: More nutrition talk and a whole lot of BS with John, Niki, and special guest Ben Dziwulski from WODprep

11 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Lots of fun discussion today about nutrition, CrossFit, and how Ben got "promoted" to John's "bestie" quicker than Niki did...

Happy New Year and plans for 2020

06 Jan 2020

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and I recap our holiday season and discuss what is upcoming for the podcast and the CrossFit Games 2020 season.

Episode 47: Turning Post Traumatic Stress into Post Traumatic Growth

22 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

My guest is Mark Abbott, Veteran and supporter of "The Weekly Fight" which is a non profit designed to help help veterans. The Weekly Fight was create...

Episode 46: Nutrition for the New Year with guest EC Synkowski

20 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Nutritionist EC Synkowski (MS, MS, CF-L4) has two masters degrees and a Level 4 CF Certification and is a former seminar staff member at CrossFit HQ. ...

Episode 45: John & Niki Recap Dubai & CrossFit community outreach

18 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we recap Niki's trip to the Dubai CrossFit Championship, the moment she pissed off all of Canada, my exploits in the Winter Classic, a...

Episode 44: Will Lanier Founder of OUTWOD

17 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

This episode features Will Lanier who is the founder of OUTWOD. OUTWOD is the world’s only nonprofit program designed by and for the LGBTQ+ CrossFit...

Episode 43: Mark England

14 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Mark England is one of the co-founders and head coach of Procabulary and Enlifted. He is also a TEDx speaker and speaker coach. He has been researchin...

Episode 42: Ben Dziwulski - Founder of WODprep

10 Dec 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this Episode Ben and I discuss how to recover from competitions, what supplements are effective, and how to intimidate other athletes by eating a b...

Episode 41: Filthy 150 results, Jorts, and Thanksgiving plans

26 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Fun conversation this week recapping the Filthy 150 Sanctional. We also take some time to read some epic "jorts" reviews on the Born Primitive website...

Episode 40: Josh Pirtle aka @fluffy__duck

25 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In the episode i get the pleasure of chatting with the OG CrossFit Meme Lord himself, Josh Pirtle aka @fluffy__duck. Josh is not only a total blast to...

Episode 39: Meredith Root, CrossFit Games Athlete

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I have an amazing discussion with Meredith Root. Meredith is a CrossFit Games athlete, 4x regionals athlete, and a member of the Cross...

Episode 38: CrossFit Games PED Bans, Sideline reporting, and Questions from followers

22 Nov 2019

Contributed by Lukas

Niki and I discuss the rash of failed PED tests in the masters division, stories from her Games sideline reporting, and we answer some questions from ...