Best BarBend Podcasts (2024)

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How to Build Muscle with Kettlebells (w/Joe Daniels) 27:25

6M ago27:25

27:25

Today I'm speaking with Joe Daniels, better known as Swing This Kettlebell on social media. Joe has a varied athletic background, but in recent years he's focused on kettlebell training across a variety of methods. We dive into his experience and bust some myths are kettlebells, hypertrophy, and functional training.…

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Balancing Life As an Athlete and Coach (w/Zachary Huse) 27:51

8M ago27:51

27:51

Today I'm talking to weightlifter and coach Zachary Huse. Zack is in an interesting position: he's an active weightlifter in the superheavyweight category, and he's also a coach with an increasingly accomplished roster of athletes. Is it possible to excel at both points in your weightlifting career? How does he balance coaching at competitions whil…

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BarBend Classic: Should CrossFitters Switch to Strongman? (w/Hanna Coldiron) 26:13

8M ago26:13

26:13

Here's one from the archives (we're back with new episodes next week!). Today we're wrapping up our mini-series with elite strongwoman athletes. Hanna Coldiron is the 2021 world's 7th strongest woman under 64kg, and she's looking to better that result later in 2022. Hanna wears a lot of hats: athlete and contest promoter, in addition to working a f…

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From Gymnastics to Kettlebells to Weightlifting (with Rebecca Rouse) 28:50

9M ago28:50

28:50

Today we have a first of its kind episode in BarBend Podcast history, because it's the first time we've ever had both members of a married couple on the show! We're talking to weightlifter, kettlebell specialist, and trainer Rebecca Rouse. Her husband — Joel Del Rosario — appeared on the podcast about two years ago! I sat down with Rebecca to talk …

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Secrets of Giants (with Alyssa Ages) 28:04

9M ago28:04

28:04

Today I'm talking to author Alyssa Ages, who recently released a book called Secrets of Giants: A Journey to Uncover the True Meaning of Strength. She's also a strength athlete herself, and in this book, she spoke with dozens of people around the strength community: lifters, writers, journalists, even organizers, etc. It's a look into how strength …

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BarBend Classic: How Mini-Cuts Unlock Muscle-Building 32:51

10M ago32:51

32:51

Here's one from our archives; we'll be back with new episodes next week! Today I’m talking to trainer, writer, and podcast Tom MacCormick. A writer for sites like Breaking Muscle and BarBend — but hey, I’m biased — Tom is a veteran of the strength and conditioning industry. But one thing he’s best known for online is helping people harness the powe…

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From Walking with a Cane to Powerlifting Competitions (with Angelo Poli) 34:08

10M ago34:08

34:08

Today we have one that really spans the spectrum from fitness to nutrition. I'm talking to Angelo Poli, who is the founder of a company called MetPro. The first part of the podcast talks about Angelo's personal story. He overcame a significant injury that had him walking with a can for the better part of a decade. And through that recovery, he ende…

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From Rookie to 5th Fittest Woman on Earth (with Alex Gazan) 22:46

10M ago22:46

22:46

Today I'm talking to CrossFit Games athlete Alex Gazan. She's the fifth Fittest Woman on Earth, and still in her early 20s, she made her rookie debut at the CrossFit Games. She improved massively in 2023, and we talk about what it took to get to that next level. I do want to point out that we recorded this episodes while she was still in final prep…

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How to Understand the Weightlifter's Mindset (with Dr. A'Naja Newsome) 27:11

10M ago27:11

27:11

Dr. A'Naja Newsome, PhD is an educator, weightlifter, and weightlifting coach, and she has studied athlete psychology both inside and outside the gym. In this episode, we talk about weightlifting in particular: What are the factors that influence performance from within the athlete, and which external factors impact what and how they lift? Which qu…

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Lando From The Bando 50:25

10M ago50:25

50:25

Hey there, welcome to the latest episode of our comedy podcast, Whorer Stories 205! If you're from the Magic City or just love Birmingham's unique sense of humor, you're in for a real treat. In this episode, we're gonna take a look at our city with a comedic twist. We'll be talking about everything from Birmingham's history to its current events, a…

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The True Fitness OG (with Bobby Maximus) 29:26

11M ago29:26

29:26

Today I'm talking to Bobby Maximus, and it's a fitness dream of mine. If you've never heard of Bobby, you should know he was one of the original fitness influencers online. He's a former professional fighter and appeared on The Ultimate Fighter twice with more than a decade in between those stints, and we talk about those appearances in this episod…

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BarBend Classic: Ice-T on His Lifetime of Fitness 13:57

11M ago13:57

13:57

This is probably our FAVORITE episode from the archives! Today I’m talking to legendary rapper, songwriter, and actor Ice-T. Since his origins in the underground rap scene of the 1980s to his long-term stint on Law & Order: Special Victims Unit, Ice-T has been a cultural force in America for as long as many of us have been alive. But one thing a lo…

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Asset Over Liabilities 56:40

11M ago56:40

56:40

Hey there, welcome to the latest episode of our comedy podcast, Whorer Stories 205! If you're from the Magic City or just love Birmingham's unique sense of humor, you're in for a real treat. In this episode, we're gonna take a look at our city with a comedic twist. We'll be talking about everything from Birmingham's history to its current events, a…

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The Barbender 55:21

11M ago55:21

55:21

Hey there, welcome to the latest episode of our comedy podcast, Whorer Stories 205! If you're from the Magic City or just love Birmingham's unique sense of humor, you're in for a real treat. In this episode, we're gonna take a look at our city with a comedic twist. We'll be talking about everything from Birmingham's history to its current events, a…

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Why Most Gyms Fail (w/ Zachary Bartell) 26:50

11M ago26:50

26:50

Today I'm talking to Zachary Bartell, who's not only a competitive powerlifter and coach, but also a gym owner. We don't often talk business on this podcast, but today, we're diving into the ins, outs, ups, and downs of gym ownership. Zachary founded and grew SoCal Powerlifting, but where were the speed bumps along the way? How does one maintain an…

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Weightlifter, CrossFit Games Athlete, Karate World Champ (w/Mona Pretorius de Lacey) 27:26

12M ago27:26

27:26

Today I'm talking with Mona Pretorius de Lacey, who has one of the most impressive athletic resumes I've ever come across. She's perhaps best known as a Commonwealth Games medalist in weightlifting. But she's also a CrossFit Games athlete and six-time Karate World Champion. Mona has perspective on international athletics above and beyond what most …

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Fueling Strength and Marathons (with Dan Churchill) 26:55

12M ago26:55

26:55

Today I'm talking to my friend Dan Churchill. Dan is a performance chef and athlete who's been on the podcast before — and life has changed a lot in a couple years. Dan gets vulnerable and talks about the tough decision to shutter his physical restaurant, then we dive into where his nutrition company is going now. (Spoiler: They're growing like wil…

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Tough Science of Tracking Strength (with Chris Chapman) 26:15

1y ago26:15

26:15

Today I’m talking to Chris Chapman, Senior Sport Scientist at Whoop. He is also the Lead Strength & Conditioning Coach of the Big Air & Slopestyle Ski Team for Freestyle Canada. Chris is certified as a Strength & Conditioning Specialist, Exercise Physiologist, Sport Scientist, Olympic Weightlifting Coach, Track & Field Coach, and holds a Master's D…

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Pilot Pt.1 1:28:49

1y ago1:28:49

1:28:49

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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The Spongbob Episode 42:05

1y ago42:05

42:05

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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The Protege Returns 1:07:02

1y ago1:07:02

1:07:02

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Extra Credit 59:11

1y ago59:11

59:11

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Unpacking the Complexities of Black Love 1:11:00

1y ago1:11:00

1:11:00

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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The Most Righteous 1:03:31

1y ago1:03:31

1:03:31

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Flashing Lights 1:06:02

1y ago1:06:02

1:06:02

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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High Vibrations 1:36:53

1y ago1:36:53

1:36:53

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Friendly Neighborhood Author 1:32:57

1y ago1:32:57

1:32:57

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Whorible Christmas 1:26:15

1y ago1:26:15

1:26:15

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Born Boujee 1:17:56

1y ago1:17:56

1:17:56

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Armed and Dangerous 1:06:04

1y ago1:06:04

1:06:04

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Paid in Full 1:08:05

1y ago1:08:05

1:08:05

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Mind Over Matter Pt.2 1:07:41

1y ago1:07:41

1:07:41

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Mind Over Matter 1:08:05

1y ago1:08:05

1:08:05

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Money Talks 55:37

1y ago55:37

55:37

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Bucket List 1:02:53

1y ago1:02:53

1:02:53

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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G Code 1:04:57

1y ago1:04:57

1:04:57

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Sweet Like sugar 30:52

1y ago30:52

30:52

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Rapper’s Delight 1:05:14

1y ago1:05:14

1:05:14

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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I Ain’t Lying 44:47

1y ago44:47

44:47

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Ps and Qs 49:37

1y ago49:37

49:37

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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That’s Law 1:32:34

1y ago1:32:34

1:32:34

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Pilot Pt.2 1:20:49

1y ago1:20:49

1:20:49

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Kings And Queens 1:40:11

1y ago1:40:11

1:40:11

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Free Sample 1:28:44

1y ago1:28:44

1:28:44

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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R.I.P the Queen 1:43:38

1y ago1:43:38

1:43:38

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Heart of a Champion 1:43:38

1y ago1:43:38

1:43:38

Explore Birmingham's vibrant hip-hop scene, discover emerging talents, and dive into entertaining conversations about music, pop culture, and everyday life. Get ready for a fusion of hip-hop and comedy that will make you smile and nod your head in rhythm.By Whorer Stories 205

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Training with Arnold Schwarzenegger (w/Eb Samuel) 25:48

1y ago25:48

25:48

Today I'm talking to Ebenezer Samuel, Fitness Director at Men's Health. It's Eb's second time on the podcast, and today we're breaking down his recent training session with Arnold Schwarzenegger. It's always fun talking with Eb, and while our companies are technically competitors, we've built a friendship over a shared love for fitness and the cult…

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Pro Basketball to Fitness Philosopher (w/Luka Hocevar) 31:31

1y ago31:31

31:31

Today I'm talking to my (new) friend Luka Hocevar. He's got one of the more fascinating stories I've ever heard in the fitness industry. He grew up and played pro basketball in his native Slovenia, then he eventually transitioned to a career in fitness. After permanently relocating to the United States, he gradually — and all good things take time …

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The Most Honest Man in Strongman (w/Evan Singleton) 28:57

1y ago28:57

28:57

Today I'm talking to pro strongman Evan Singleton, who is coming off a 5th place finish at the 2023 World's Strongest Man, along with his first-ever WSM Finals appearance. Evan made a quick recovery from injury and surgery last year to make it back among strongman's elite. He's a straight-shooter, and we actually share a lot of interests outside st…

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You Can't Screw This Up (with Adam Bornstein) 32:27

1y ago32:27

32:27

Today I'm talking to one of my oldest and dearest friends in the fitness industry, Adam Bornstein. He's a New York Times Bestselling Author, personal advisor to Arnold Schwarzenegger, journalist, and all around Swiss Army Knife of all things content. His latest book is call You Can't Screw This Up, and it's a new paradigm for dieting and the journe…

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