King Of The Lifts
Episodes
British Nats & World Team Discussion
24 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The British Nationals and British National Team are discussed. What happened at the British Nats and what battles await the British National Team at W...
Sam Watt: Conquers Britain in a sensational battle
20 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Sam Watt becomes a living legend winning the British 105 kg Open title and Best Lifter award at the age of 51. The battle that rocked the Powerlifti...
Eric Helms joins KOTL!!
15 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Eric Helms is coach to IPF World Champions Bryce Lewis and Jessica Buettner, Iron Culture Podcast host (along side Omar Isuf), and 15 year veteran of ...
Arnold Classic/ Italian Nats Recap
11 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A thorough Arnold Classic recapped of all the action and back stories is given, and highlights from the Women’s Italian Nationals. Hosted by 6 Pac...
Solana Lewis: Money Meets/Coaching/Commentating & Social Media's role
08 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Solana Lewis joins KOTL to discuss USAPL's money meets, her role as commentator, how to run a coaching service, why men do not seek out female coaches...
Ukrainian & Russian athletes update/USVI Nats/Bobb Matthews
03 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The latest Powerlifting news including bans on Russian athletes, Ukrainian athletes caught in the invasion, USVI nationals highlights, Bobb Matthews c...
Arnold Classic Preview Show!
02 Mar 2022
Contributed by Lukas
A complete breakdown of the Arnold Classic! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi & Bill McCarthy.
Chance Mitchell: USAPL or IPF, Squat Challenge, Team Nori & More
21 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Elite 93 kg lifter, Chance Mitchell is never shy with his opinions and he returns to KOTL to tackle some controversial topics. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapad...
KOTL Men's Power Rankings
15 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The new Power Rankings are here! The World Wide Top Ten Ranked Lifters are debated (pound for pound regardless of weight class). Things get heated! ...
Women's Global Power Rankings: Feb 2022
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The new Power Rankings are here! The World Wide Top Ten Ranked Lifters are debated (pound for pound regardless of weight class). Hosted by 6 Pack ...
Powerlifting In India: 57 kg Asian Champion joins KOTL
14 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Dr. Sharvari Inamdar of India is the 57 kg Asian Champion. She joins KOTL to discuss Powerlifting in India, their biggest influencers, their growth, a...
Fake Plates, a Legend Returns, Qualification Debates, and how PL will Grow!
10 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
The expansion of Powerlifting into multi-sport events around the World is a sign, but a sign of what? Danial Zamani has benched 360 kg/794 lbs in the...
Spain on the rise: Alberto Herraiz
01 Feb 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Alberto Herraiz, Spain's first Classic Junior World Champion, joins KOTL to discuss his wild ride to the title. Also discussed is Powerlifting's fast...
Blake Lehew: Josh Hancott, IPF Worlds, Collegiate Powerlifting, Chasing John Haack
27 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Blake Lehew joins KOTL to discuss winning IPF Worlds in raw and equipped, Josh Hancott, the drama that can come with coaching Collegiate Powerlifting,...
Delaney Wallace: Flexx Fam, Russ Orhii, a World Title, and near death incident
19 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
US Nationals silver medalist Delaney Wallace joins KOTL to discuss his emergence as an elite 83 kg lifter, his goal of becoming a World Champion, and ...
Powerlifting in Ghana: Charles Korbla
17 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
83 kg Ghana Champion Charles Korbla joins KOTL to take you into Africa's rising strength sports scene. Hear about their ingenuity to create gym equi...
Brandon Pitre joins KOTL
12 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
One of the biggest Break-Thru Stars of 2021, Brandon Pitre joins KOTL to discuss his big year, startling progress, and performance at the Virginia Pro...
Powerlifting in Japan & South Korea: Kanan & Esther
07 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Esther Bae & Kanan Kasai join to discuss Powerlifting in Japan & South Korea. Discussed are the cultural differences with western nations, how the P...
Recast of Taylor Atwood: 2021 Guest Of The Year
03 Jan 2022
Contributed by Lukas
Recast of 2021 Guest Of The Year: Taylor Atwood Taylor and his Coach Jason Tremblay return to KOTL to discuss the greatest performance in Powerlifting...
2021 Year End Awards Episode Part 2
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The KOTL year in review episode with awards given in multiple categories for the untested division (tested is part one). Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Jo...
2021 Year End Awards Episode Part 1
26 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The KOTL year in review episode with awards given in multiple categories for the tested federations (untested will be part two). Hosted by 6 Pack La...
Christmas Special Part 2: The Boys & Jessica Buettner
22 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The boys are back, and 76 kg Queen Jessica Buettner joins for a Christmas Special that goes off the rails and takes some surprising turns. 6 Pack La...
Holidays Special Part 1: John Haack & Andy Huang
20 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
GOAT John Haack & Andy Huang join 6 Pack Lapadat for part 1 of our Holidays Specials. A wish list is made, a naughty list too, and the fellas get in...
Emil Norling returns to KOTL!
19 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Emil Norling joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his recent win at the European Championships. The former Junior World Champion discusses the huge come-fr...
Euros Recap : Men's Division
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A division by division recap of the European Championships, including all the storylines, upsets, and how our picks matched the outcome. Hosted by 6...
Euros Recap: Women's Division
16 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A division by division recap of the European Championships, including all the storylines, upsets, and how our picks matched the outcome. Hosted by 6...
Virginia Pro Recap Show
08 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Virginia Pro Show is recapped, with a discussion on who was the break-through star, who surprised us (good or bad), what was the biggest moment, a...
Euro Championships Preview Show: Women's Division
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A division by division breakdown of the battles, podium picks, and all the background stories. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Big Bi...
Euro Championships Preview Show: Men's Open
05 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A division by division breakdown of the battles, podium picks, and all the background stories. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Big Bi...
Virginia Pro Preview Show!
02 Dec 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A complete break down of the Virginia Pro competition with noted battles and top 5 picks by 4 experts. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi...
The Courage of a Champion: Brittany Schlater
27 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IPF World Champion Brittany Schlater joins KOTL to discuss her rise as Kimberly Walford's apprentice. Brittany discusses her dramatic title win in S...
Julius Maddox: Discipline Beats Motivation
24 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Julius Maddox returns to KOTL to discuss how breaking Bench World records landed him on ESPN, working with the Chicago Cubs, and put him in a position...
Turbo Tiff & Pana join KOTL!!
13 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
47 kg World Champion Turbo Tiff and 66 kg Champion Pana join KOTL to discuss how Tiff went from an undersized boxer who couldn't find opponents to a P...
USAPL voted out of the IPF
10 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Full breakdown of USAPL being voted out of the IPF. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Rory Lynch, Big Bill McCarthy, and special guest Mike T.
Jonathan Cayco & Gustav Hedlund join KOTL: Battle of the 93s!!
02 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jonathan Cayco & Gustav Hedlund join KOTL to discuss both their unique paths the IPF Worlds, and their incredible show stopping clash. The battle on...
Chandler Babb joins KOTL: Queen of the 69 kg class
28 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
New 69 kilo IPF World Champion Chandler Babb joins KOTL to discuss her shocking and exciting battle in Sweden that included some upsets, a couple of ...
Jesus Olivares, IPF Champ, returns to KOTL
25 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IPF 120+ kg World Champion Jesus Olivares returns to KOTL to discuss his title win, the drama leading up to his first Worlds, and what his plans are f...
Russel Orhii returns to IPF Worlds & KOTL!!
21 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Russel Orhii returns to KOTL to discuss leaving the USAPL, returning to win IPF Worlds, a potential clash with Taylor Atwood, whether he will meet Jon...
Pana: Wins Worlds & France emerges as a Powerhouse
15 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Panagiotis Tarinidis aka Pana joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his dramatic IPF Worlds win, the backstage stories with his rivals, and the emergence of...
Flexx Fam Worlds recap with Isaac Whistler
11 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Isaac Whistler joins KOTL to discuss winning the Junior 120 kilo title and handling Russel Orhii, Jonathan Cayco, Amanda Lawrence, and Jesus Olivares ...
IPF Worlds recap show: Women's Open
10 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The IPF World Championships Women's Open division is recapped. The biggest battles, back stories, and performances. As well as a highlights from the J...
IPF Worlds Recap: Men's Open
09 Oct 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The IPF World Championships Men's Open division is recapped. The biggest battles, back stories, and performances. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Me...
IPF Worlds: Fantasy League picks revealed!!
23 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Arguments are had, accusations made, and friendships put on hold as the boys debate and reveal their picks for the fantasy league. Hosted by 6 Pack ...
IPF Worlds Preview Show: Women's Division
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A division by division breakdown of the women's side of the IPF World Championships. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Rory Lynch, Big ...
IPF Worlds Preview Show: Men's Division
22 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A division by division breakdown of the men's side of the IPF World Championships. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Rory Lynch, Big Bi...
The Showdown Preview of Women's Division w/ Brianny Terry
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Brianny Terry joins 6 Pack Lapadat to preview the women's division of the up coming Showdown Meet. Brianny also discusses her recent rise in Powerli...
The Showdown Preview of Men's Division w/John Haack and Andy Huang
19 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
John Haack and Andy Huang join 6 Pack Lapadat for The Showdown Meet preview show. John and Andy also discuss how their training has gone, and their ...
Kimberly Walford: Saving Worlds, her leaving USAPL, 3rd title in a 3rd weight class
17 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
In her most candid interview yet, Kimberly Walford, 7 time US Raw Nats Champion & 7 time IPF World Champion, returns to KOTL. Kimberly discusses h...
Bryce Krawczyk joins KOTL !!!
12 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
IPF World record breaker Bryce Krawczyk joins KOTL to discuss the up coming IPF World Championships, his thoughts on some of the comments he has seen ...
Bonus episode: A discussion with Chris Fudge
10 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bonus episode: 6 Pack Lapadat sits down for a discussion with Chris Fudge to discuss Powerlifting podcasting, IPF Worlds, programming, game day handli...
Ana Rosa Castellain joins KOTL!
09 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Multiple time IPF World Champion Ana Rosa Castellain joins KOTL to the upcoming IPF World Championships and the possibility of becoming the first 3 di...
IPF Worlds Fantasy League is here!!
05 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The IPF World Championships Fantasy League is now live! How to play is explained, improvements made, as well as a recap of the previous US Raw Nats...
USAPL Exodus: The US National Team leaves
03 Sep 2021
Contributed by Lukas
USAPL National team members have resigned from the USAPL and joined the US Virgin Islands Powerlifting team in order to compete at the IPF World Champ...
The Strength Guys: how to build a Monster
30 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Strength Guys join KOTL to discuss training protocols, programming, how the coaching service began, and some wild competition stories. Founder a...
USAPL suspended by the IPF!!
28 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The USAPL has been suspended by the IPF. We discuss how we got this far, what this means for the future, and what the 2021 IPF Worlds will look like w...
Pana returns: "The Gods of Powerlifting are with me. I'm going to be first."
22 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Pana, 66 kg contender for the IPF Worlds, returns with a message to Daniel Clements and the rest of the World's 66 kilo class. Pana reveals an incre...
Andrei Konovalov: From Russia with Love
20 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Multiple Time IPF World Champion Andrei Konovalov joins KOTL. Konovalov discusses why he has switched from equipped to classic/Raw lifting, his adju...
USAPL splits, possible suspensions, IPF Worlds
17 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The USAPL states in an official letter they do not see a solution with the IPF and a split from the Global body is likely. We discuss the status of...
Angelina Elovikova: Russia's 76 kg Queen
15 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Angelina Elovikova, 72 kg European Champion from Mother Russia, discusses her move up to the new 76 kilo class. Also discussed is her training metho...
Bobb Mathews aka Super Saiyan Bobb joins KOTL
11 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Bobb Mathews aka Super Saiyan Bobb joins KOTL to discuss his unique journey in Powerlifting. From his beginning as a shy kid in Brooklyn to blowing ...
Big Loz joins KOTL!!
08 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Laurence "Big Loz" Shahlaei joins KOTL and discusses everything from the top 5 greatest Strongmen of all time, the greatest rivalries, to the greatest...
A Bronx Tale: Gavin Adin On The Rise
01 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Gavin Adin talks about battling Jonathan Cayco, the controversy that followed, going to IPF Worlds, how he calculates his path to GOAT status, and his...
IPF Worlds: Nominations are in!
26 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The nominations are in for the IPF World Championships! We take a look at who is signed up, and who is missing. As well as some storylines that may...
Joey Flexx & Tina Tornado join KOTL!!
23 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joey Flexx & Tina Tornado join KOTL to discuss their athletes winning titles and spots on the US national team, Joey's beginnings before he became one...
USAPL at IPF Worlds? We break it down.
16 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Why is the USAPL worried about thier lifters not being able to lift at IPF Worlds? What are the issues between the national and international federati...
Heather Connor: "I can't wait to see who comes in 2nd"
08 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Heather Connor details her 47 kg US National title win, her thoughts on the drama between Russel Orhii and Jonnie Candito, her growing rivalry with Am...
Andii Riley: A Story That Needs To Be Told
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Newly Crowned 52 kg US National Champion, Andii Riley joins KOTL to discuss her title win, how she found Powerlifting, and a background story that yo...
Daniel Clements: The next 66 kg World Champ?
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Newly Crowned 66 kg US Champion Daniel Clements discusses his break-thru performance at the US Raw Nationals. Daniel talks about the intense competiti...
Brittany Suplicki: Taking the US title
04 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
57 kg US Champion Brittany Suplicki returns to KOTL to discuss the drama leading up to her climatic 3 way battle with Meg Scanlon and Allie Weinberg f...
Taylor Atwood: I'm not here to be your friend, I'm here to beat you
02 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Taylor Atwood and his Coach Jason Trembley return to KOTL to discuss the greatest performance in Powerlifting. Taylor gives his thoughts on all other ...
Jonathan Cayco: The battle on and off the platform
29 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Newly Crowned US 93 kg Champion Jonathan Cayco reveals the battle he faced on and off the platform to secure his second US National Championship. His...
Amanda Lawrence returns to KOTL!!
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Amanda Lawrence returns to KOTL to discuss her US Raw Nats title win, the adversity that lead up to the Championship, her thoughts on the US Raw Nats ...
US Raw Nats Preview Show: Women's Division
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The US Raw Nats Women's Division gets a division by division full recap, including all storylines, side stories, and info you may have missed! Plus wh...
US Raw Nats Recap: Men's Division
27 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The US Raw Nats Men's Division gets a division by division full recap, including all storylines, side stories, and info you may have missed! Plus who ...
76 kg US Champ Jasmyn Penn returns to KOTL!
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Jasmyn Penn shares her redemption story, from bombing at Worlds and losing her US National title bid in 2019, to claiming the US 76 kg title and retur...
Ashton Rouska returns to KOTL!
25 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recently crowned 105 kg US Champion Ashton Rouska joins KOTL to discuss his title winning performance, why his rematch to Bryce Lewis meant so much, i...
Russel Orhii returns to KOTL!!
23 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Russel Orhii returns to KOTL! Russ discusses the hype leading into the US Raw Nats, Jonnie Candito's campaign for Sean and why he took offense, how t...
Matt Gary returns! The Game Day Master
13 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Legendary Game Day Coach, Matt Gary, weighs in on the US Raw Nats and his battle plan for handling US stars Sam Calhoun, Taylor Atwood, Dennis Corneli...
The Boys Are Back! Biggest Battles of US Raw Nats
09 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The Biggest Battles of the US Raw Nationals are examined. Which classes have the predictions we are the least confident? And our picks for best lifter...
US Raw Nats Preview Show: Men's Division
04 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The US Raw Nats Preview Show featuring the Men's division! US National Team Coaches Arian "Messy" Khamesi & "Big" Bill McCarthy are joined by New Zeal...
US Raw Nats Preview Show: Women's Division
29 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The US Raw Nats Preview Show featuring the women's division! US National Team Coaches Arian "Messy" Khamesi & "Big" Bill McCarthy are joined by New ...
Tina Tornado returns to KOTL!!
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Tina Tornado returns to KOTL to discuss the Flexx Fam, Powerlifting's rivalries & beefs, a dramatic weight cutting story, the up coming US Raw Nats, t...
The Truth About Anti-Doping: Alexander Kolliari-Turner
15 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Alexander Kolliari-Turner is getting his PhD in Anabolic Steroid usage in sport and researching if muscle exhibits a memory of steroid exposure. Alex...
Chad Penson: Winning the Kern US Open!
12 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Chad Penson sits down with 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his recent win at the Kern US Open! Chad discusses being the first 90kg lifter to squat 400 kg (...
6 Pack Lapadat: The Road Less Travelled
09 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Greg Turrell & Jackson Hinch from Off The Platform join 6 Pack Lapadat and break into some stories about IPF World Championships, KOTL, pulling planes...
Layne Norton returns to KOTL! Battle Stories & Believing
29 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Layne Norton returns to KOTL to discuss his roller coaster ride to the top of Powerlifting in a class that includes legends (Bryce Lewis, LS McClain, ...
USAPL leaving the IPF
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Recent events are recapped, with tensions rising between the IPF and USAPL. An open discussion is had between Canadian President of the IPF affiliate ...
TNT joins KOTL: The Kern US Open!
22 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
#1 ranked 67.5 kg lifter in the World, Gerald "TNT" Dionio joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his journey to the Kern US Open! From growing up in Hawaii...
Powerlifting U: Shane Nutt & PL's College Dynasty
19 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Shane Nutt joins KOTL to discuss Powerlifting's Collegiate Dynasty, Midland. A behind the scenes look at what life is like to have been scouted in hig...
National teams out of Worlds/New rules!!
08 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
National teams have pulled out of the IPF World Championships, some have doubled down they are going, what could this be a sign of? Options for IPF ...
TD returns to KOTL!!
27 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Thomas Davis, former IPF World Champion/700 lbs bencher/and first man to squat over 800 lbs, bench over 700 pounds, and deadlift over 800 lbs in the s...
Russel Orhii returns to KOTL!!!
19 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Among the topics discussed: How he has been courted to lift at untested money meets. His thoughts on the recent USAPL lifters entering money meets. Wh...
The Greatest Multi-Sport Strength Athletes!!
16 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Arthur Lynch joins us from Ireland for a St. Paddy's Day special episode! We discuss strength sports greatest multi sport athletes, have some drinks,...
Joey Flexx & Dennis Cornelius return!!
13 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Joey Flexx & 120 kg GOAT Dennis Cornelius join 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi to discuss the recent USAPL lifters joining the Showdown Meet ro...
Keys To Strength Programming: Data Driven Strength joins KOTL!!
06 Mar 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A podcast every strength athlete/coach should listen to! The Data Driven Strength Team (Zac and Josh) join KOTL to discuss some new findings in how w...
Powerlifting/Sport's Greatest Rivalries!!
27 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Hear the tales of the the greatest rivalries of all-time in Powerlifting! Behind the scenes insight to battles with the biggest stars of the game. A...
Lya Bavoil & Pana return to KOTL!!!
21 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
63 kg phenom Lya Bavoil & 66 kg Ace/Coach of France's stars, Pana return to KOTL! Hosts are 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian "Messy" Khamesi and "Big" Bill McCar...
USAPL vs IPF, Amateur vs Pro Powerlifting
16 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The USAPL taking the IPF to court is discussed, as well as USAPL qualification drama expanding. Also discussed is the difference between amateur and...
Bryce Lewis: How your competition impacts performance!
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Former IPF World Champion Bryce Lewis joins 6 Pack Lapadat and Arian "Messy" Khamesi to discuss how competition can impact performance! Sports rivalri...
Special Black History Month Episode
14 Feb 2021
Contributed by Lukas
KOTL's King Kaf (83 kg Canadian Champion/IPF World record breaker) presents a special black history month episode.