The Iron Dread podcast has a little something for everyone. Brought to you by Chris Whittaker a High School Strength Coach & Teacher in Dexter, Michigan. This podcast looks varying topics and experiences including Strength Training, Coaching, Teaching, Music, Movies, TV shows, life lessons/Expirecences, & many more. Every guest on this show will bring something positive for the listeners to take away. Whether it be a good laugh, a new song recommendation, or some life or career lesson this s ...
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Unlock the inner game of advocacy, the winning mindset, psychology and personal habits of highly successful attorneys. We are warriors. Litigation is a form of combat and hardship always accompanies battle. Fear. Dread. Vulnerability. Iron Advocates embrace those feelings while living an examined professional and personal life. For 26 years, Jeff Riebel and Bob Levant have engaged in a daily conversation about life in and out of the law. Each is a seasoned litigator. Bob has successfully def ...
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Queer and Present Danger is a podcast at the intersection of queer, nerd, geek, pop culture, and entertainment! Each episode, Jason Tseng and Anthony Kuhns give a queer take on all the latest news important the queer nerds-- from comic books to sci fi/fantasy to movies and television... it's all in queer and present danger!
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Strength Staff Summer 2024| IDP Ep. 78
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Episode #78: We had a round table discussion with the DHS S&C Staff featuring Dan Delduca and new this year Coach Derrik Marry. We discussed many different topics, from our program's state to children's films. Do you want to continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the new social handle @Irondreadpod and use #IDPodcast to d…
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Coverage of the Mountain Dew Mile 2024! | IDR LIVE
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Live coverage of the 2024 Mountain Dew Mile run by members of our boy's track and field team. Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg Follow the Show: @Irondreadpod Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondre…
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Student Athlete Spotlight: Leo Mitchell | IDP Ep. #77
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Episode #77: We have student athlete Leo Mitchell on. We learn more about him and how he became involved in our strength program. He makes his selection for weightroom song of the week! And we have fun as we always do with The Tribal Chief himself the one and only Leo Mitchell! Do you want to continue the conversation, or show your support for the …
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Melaine Nowak Dexter High School Principal| IDP Episode 76
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Episode #76: We have Dexter High School Principal Melaine Nowak. We had some fun discussing all of our standard interview topics, an epic chicken wing discussion, and her choice for weightroom song of the week! Do you want to continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the new social handle @Irondreadpod and use #IDPodcast to …
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Offensive Line Snack Draft! | IDP Ep. 75
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Episode #75: We have our Offensive Line Snack Draft! Featuring some of our Offensive Linemen Trevor Jankovic, Jack Stefl, Elias Fleener, Emmett Bonilla, and Own Winder! We also add former guests of the show Head Football Coach Phil Jacobs to the Draft and by proxy our Offensive Line Coach Bill Ivan. Coach Rob Dubay stops by as well for a few rounds…
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Dinosaur Draft! Featuring Dan Delduca, Rylan Teddy, Leo Mitchell, and Charles Munson| IDP Ep. 74
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Episode #74: We have our Dinosaur Draft! Featuring Dan Delduca, Rylan Teddy, Leo Mitchell, and Charles Munson! We snake draft through 4 rounds of Dinosaur Picks to celebrate dinosaurs and the 30th anniversary of the original Jurassic Park film. Make sure you vote for who selected the best team! Do you want to continue the conversation, or show your…
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USMC SSG Taylor Entrican and SSG Peter Jezierski | IDP Ep. 73
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Episode #73: We have our local Marine Corps Recruiting Officers SSG Taylor Entrican and SSG Peter Jezierski enjoyed talking with these gentlemen and learning more about them. They share a wealth of information on their experiences in the Marine Corps and what options young people have within the service. Wanna continue the conversation, or show you…
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Student Athlete Spotlight: Dan Delduca DHS Class of 2023 Football, Wrestling, Powerlifting | IDP Ep. #72
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Episode #72: Student-Athlete Spotlight: Dan Delduca Dexter High School Class of 2023, Football, Wrestling, and Powerlifting Athlete. Great Conversation with Dan, learned more about him and even came up with some new ideas for additional podcasts. One of our most dedicated athletes to our program and training as a whole. Even if you don't know him p…
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Tanya Marsh, Powerlifting Coach, Strongman Competitior, Marcellus Michigan | IDP Ep. 71
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Episode #71: Guest Interview with Mrs. Tanya Marsh, Powerlifting Coach, and Strongman Athlete to talk about all aspects of her life both in the gym and in business. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the new social handle @Irondreadpod and use #IDPodcast to discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a …
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Allyson Canell, Exercise Science Student and Iron Dread Intern| IDP Ep. #70
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Episode #70! This Episode brings in Ms. Allyson Canell who just finished up her internship in our strength program. We learn more about her and talk about her experience and training. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a sho…
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Episode #69! The Shark Week Draft Special! We have Coach Rob Dubay and Sir Charles Munson in honor of Discovery’s SHARK WEEK! and draft our most “Jawsome” Shark Team to Dominate the Seas! Who Won? You the listener Decide in our poll! The results will be shared at the end of shark week! Not Listening on Spotify? VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/BheiPmQ2…
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FAQ from Athletes and Sport Coaches | IDP Ep. 68
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Episode #68! “FAQ from Athletes and Sport Coaches” This week we have two returning guests on the Show Coach Phil Jacobs and Coach Bill Ivan to discuss the frequently asked questions/statements we hear from Student-Athletes, Parents, and Sport Coaches regarding strength and conditioning training. This was a fun episode that shed some light on these …
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Episode #67! Lunchtime with Jank, This week we have freshman student-athlete Trevor Jankovic in to talk about a variety of different topics. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout-out on next week's show! Weightroom Song…
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Episode #66! Brings in Ethan Lane for our first Video and Audio show. Ethan is a class of 2022 Graduating senior at our very own Dexter High School. Ethan is one of the most fun students I have had the pleasure of working with. We have some fun talking with Ethan in this short episode. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the s…
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Ken Koenig Principal at Mill Creek Middle School, Dexter Mi | IDP Ep. 64
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Episode #64! Brings in Mr. Ken Koenig, former Assistant Principal of Dexter High School, now Principal at Mill Creek Middle School in Dexter Michigan. We talk about his life and educational experiences as well as all the IDP favorite topics. We will miss Mr. Koenig at DHS and wish him the best leading the admin at Mill Creek! Wanna continue the con…
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Episode #63! Brings in Mr. Jamie Dudash, social studies teacher at Dexter High School and Former XC and Track Athlete and Coach. Including 2 All-American Honors and is a inductee into the Hall of Fame at his alma mater Hillsdale University. Mr. Dudash is one of our longest tenured teachers here at our school and has a huge scope of influence over o…
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Mark Tanner’s drive, keen understanding of the anatomy of a trial, and his humility are amongst the characteristics that make him one of the best trial lawyers in the profession. Mark’s results as well as the awards and accolades he receives from his peers make this fact quite obvious. Mark has the rare recognition of being a fellow in both the Ame…
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William "Kit" Moran Principal of Dexter High School (MI) | IDP Ep. #62
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Episode #62! Brings in Mr. Kit Moran Principal of Dexter High School (MI). Kit shares some stories and experiences over his 42 years of Education. Tons of gems of advice from a man who's seen it all and done it all in the world of education and lots of items that can be taken into your life even if you are not an educator. Really enjoyed this one a…
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10 Commandments of Offensive Line with Coach Bill Ivan of Dexter High School (MI) | IDP Ep. #61
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Episode #61! Brings in Coach Bill Ivan of Dexter High School (MI) to talk about the Commandments of Offensive Line Play! This is a fun episode talking about all things offensive line. Our fellow Mushroom Society members will greatly enjoy and appreciate this episode! Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the social…
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Iron Dread Powerlifting Student-Athletes Recacp Showcase Meet and Experiences in Powerlifting | IDP Ep. #60
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Episode #60! We talk with 5 of our Iron Dread Powerlifting Student-Athletes and recap their thoughts on our Iron Dread Powerlifting Showcase Meet from Saturday, March 20th, 2021 and talk about their powerlifting experience in general as members of the program and Iron Dread Strength and Conditioning. Some great insight from our young people who the…
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The Notorious B.I.G. Tribute Episode feat Mr. Rob Dubay!| IDP Ep. #59
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Episode #59, Rob Dubay is back to talk all about one of the most renowned Rappers of All-time The Notorious B.I.G. Rob and I count down the top songs from Biggie voted by you the listening audience! We talk out the impact BIG made on Rap music and tell a little of his story as we remember the 24th anniversary of his passing on March 9th, 1997. Chec…
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Most Dowloaded Episode Replay with Coach Tim Sommerlad Ret. FDNY and Coach| IDP Ep. #58
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Episode #58 is a replay of our most downloaded Episode #40 featuring special guest Retired FDNY Fireman, Football, and Throws Coach Mr. Tim Sommerlad. We talk all about Coach's Experiences throughout his time in the FDNY, as an Athlete, and Coach. We also get to talk a little Offensive Line like only two old offensive linemen can do. It was great t…
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Episode #55 brings in Coach Jason Skeels from Adrian High School in Adrian Michigan. We learn more about Coach Skeels and have a lot of fun with Speed Set and Poddecks Questions. Coach Skeels was great to talk to and hope to have him back again soon. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the social handle @IronDrea…
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The Nostalgic '90s Remembered! with Katie Whittaker, Dana and Brother Steve Strobel! | IDP Ep. #54
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Episode #54 The Nostalgic 90’s revisited, in this show, we have my wife Katie Whittaker, and our good friends Dana and Brother Steve Strobel in and we had a round table discussion about all things the ’90s from movies, music, toys, video games, and much more. So grab yourself a pack of Dunakroo’s and a Capri Sun and enjoy this fun trip down memory …
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Ask Me Anything with @Poddecks Interview Questions | IDP Ep. #53
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Episode #53 is brought to you by @poddecks. I am solo on this one sharing some answers to @poddecks interview questions to re-introduce myself as your humble host of this show. I enjoyed the randomized questions and hope to use Poddecks again with future guests on the show. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show? Use the…
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Nate Harvey, CSCS, EliteFTS Coach and Exec. Equipment Specialist | IDP Ep. #52
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Episode #52 brings us Nate Harvey of EliteFTS. Nate is an Executive Equipment Specialist, Coach, and Author. He also is the former Head Strength Coach for Olympic Sports at the University of Buffalo (NY). Nate is a pioneer in the strength game for implementing the Conjugate Training Method with athletes. He is the author of “Conjugate U” the proven…
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The Legend Of Ben Hall, RN, EMT, Firefighter and volunteer | IDP Ep. #51
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Episode #51 brings Mr. Ben Hall, a Registered Nurse and Emergency Responder from Kingston New York. Ben shares a little about himself, training, and what it’s like to work in the medical field during these trying times of the Covid 19 Pandemic. This was intended to be aired the week of Christmas 2020. However, we lost the ability to produce the sho…
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Ryan Naccarato Athletic Director Coxsackie-Athens HS (NY) & Founder of Hudson Valley Ambition | IDP Ep. #50
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Episode #50 brings Mr. Ryan Naccarato Athletic Director and Dean of Discipline at Coxsackie - Athens School District (NY) and the Founder of Hudson Valley Ambition (HVA) a mobile Fitness Training Service in Kingston NY Area. Ryan shares his experiences in teaching, coaching, and fitness. He also discusses HVA and the great things this service is do…
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Christon Halkiotis was a prosecutor for 15 years, handling the most serious criminal cases including drug investigations, sexual assault and murder. But one year ago, Christon decided to turn in her badge, open her own law office and she now defends the rights of those accused. Christon is a board certified criminal specialist practicing in Greensb…
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Matt Hall CPA, EMT, and Volunteer | IDP Ep. #49
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Episode #49 Brings my good friend Matt Hall. Matt is a certified accountant and is the lead partner of Matthew C. Hall & Company CPA in Kingston NY. Matt also is a Volunteer and Professional Emergency Medical Technician and Volunteer Fireman. In addition, Matt is a Humanitarian who works with the Kiwanis Clubs of America providing assistance to chi…
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Ashley Kesner has battled alcohol and drug addiction as well as an eating disorder since her teenage years. Thanksgiving 2020 was Ashley’s 224th day sober. Ashley’s father, Kim Kesner, was an attorney for 40 years including 33 as solicitor to Clearfield County, Pennsylvania. Being the face of the law in a small rural community is extremely isolatin…
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Chuck Hopkins of the Dexter Youth Football League | IDP Ep. #48
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Episode #48 Brings Mr. Chuck Hopkins President of the DYFL the Dexter Youth Football League the youth football program here in our town of Dexter Michigan. Chuck fills us in all about DYFL, We learn a little about him and his life experiences, and we talk strength training for youth student-athletes. This was a great conversation and I was glad to …
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Michael Goldberg is a clinical therapist and performance enhancement specialist. Michael works with athletes, lawyers and highly successful business people to put their arms around anxiety and normalize it. Michael supports his individual clients as well as firms and organizations in creating a culture of identifying, talking about and welcoming th…
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Joe Cahill XC/Track and Field Coach | IDP Ep. 47
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Episode #47 with Joe Cahill, Kingston High School Cross Country, Track & Field Coach, and Physical Education Teacher at Kingston High School in Kingston NY. Joe and I talk about training for Distance Runners as well as many other things about his life and experiences. Joe is a great Coach and Man who works hard to give his students and athletes the…
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Renee McDonald Hutchins has done it all in the law...and based upon her passion for the profession and vision for legal education in America, she is just getting started...Renee currently serves as Dean of UDC Law which is one of the nation’s 6 HBCU law schools. Dean Hutchins eloquently and thoughtfully dissects what is working within our professio…
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Travis Adkison - Emergency Responder, Medical Worker, and Educator| IDP Ep. #46
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Episode #46 Brings Travis Adkison, an Educator, Firefighter, EMT, and ER Tech to the show to share his stories from all these different fields and how his life has blended together all of these passions for him. Travis’s story is a story of always hustling and being as he calls it an “opportunist” and saying yes to opportunities he’s sought out in …
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Coach CT Chatham Ret. HFC at Newburgh Free Academy (NY) | IDP Ep. #45
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Episode #45 Brings Coach CT Chatham former Head Football Coach at Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh NY. Coach came in and we learned about him, how he came to be at NFA and what he’s up to nowadays including his special podcast “Are You Ready” available on Spotify (link below). We also talked a lot about the Kingston Newburgh Rivalry and the histor…
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Olivia Vizachero currently finds herself atop the best seller charts with the just released book, #Networked. Olivia is one of 20 women lawyers who came together during the struggles of the pandemic and used the crisis as an opportunity for professional and personal growth. Each chapter of the book is authored by a different woman. Olivia Vizachero…
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Catching Up with Kingston High School Head Football Coach Quintin Johnson| IDP Ep. #44
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Episode #44 Brings back Quintin Johnson the Head Football coach at Kingston High School in Kingston NY. We talk all about the state of the football program at KHS as well as the tradition that surrounds Kingston football. We also take some time to get an update on things in Quintin’s life and have a lot of fun. Glad to have Quintin back on the show…
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The Return of Zack Bagbey and Quincy Gough | IDP Ep. #43
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Episode #43 Brings back two multi-time guests on the show Mr, Zach Bagbey and Mr. Quincy Gough. Our guys update us on how things are going for them as Zach just returned from US Army Basic training and Quincy trains to become an air pilot! We also get into some training talk, marble racing, and reminisce about the quarantine times. Always fun to ca…
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Top 10 Emo/Punk Rock Songs with Carley Whittaker | IDP Ep. 42
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In episode #42 I have my sister Carley Whittaker In to talk all about her favorite Genre of Music Emo/Punk Rock. We both run through our top 10 hits from this genre and compile a Spotify playlist for listeners to enjoy the songs in their entirety. Iron Dread Podcast Top Emo/Punk Rock Songs Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2beXznJAAB5jafF…
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David Jaffe is the Associate Dean of Student Affairs at American University’s Washington College of Law. David is a pioneer who is on the cutting edge of the dialogue surrounding the connection between wellness and true success in the law. David shares his vision for sparking innovative conversations and designing unique coursework in law schools w…
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Jen Riggs graduated law school and dove head-first into stress as a public defender. During our conversation, Jen reflects on the burnout that came quickly. She walked away from the law without a plan and boarded a plane to London. This began Jen’s journey of deep personal growth that today finds her as an expert in mindfulness-based leadership dev…
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Episode #41 I catch up with an old friend in Coach Tom Fassell of Marlboro High School in Marlboro NY. We talk all about his life, teaching, coaching, and how he’s making through the covid times. He tells some funny stories that you most definitely will enjoy! Great to catch up with Tom. Hope to talk with him again soon. Wanna continue the conversa…
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In the fifth episode of Iron Advocate "Dialogue”, Bob and Jeff tackle the importance of Productivity. Join us for this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how lawyers can kill it in the practice of law without it killing us.By Bob Levant, Jeff Riebel
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In the fourth episode of Iron Advocate "Dialogue”, Bob and Jeff tackle the importance of Client Relationships. The three tenets/principles discussed are managing client expectations, not getting pulled into the client’s emotional reality, and establishing trust with the client. Join us for this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how…
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In the third episode of Iron Advocate "Dialogue”, Bob and Jeff tackle the importance of reactivity. Join us for this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how lawyers can kill it in the practice of law without it killing us.By Bob Levant, Jeff Riebel
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Kevin Curnin is the Founding Director of the Stroock & Stroock & Lavan LLP nationally acclaimed Public Service Project. Kevin spearheads a vast array of pro bono projects carried out by the lawyers at Stroock. This initiative sends Stroock lawyers into courtrooms to advocate for clients in education, housing, family and criminal matters, just to na…
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Ep 17 - Bob and Jeff - Dialogue #2 "The Value Of A Coach"
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In the second episode of Iron Advocate "Dialogue”, Bob and Jeff tackle the importance of emotional awareness, having a body/mind practice, mentoring/therapy and honing your vision. Join us for this episode of Iron Advocate as we continue to explore how lawyers can kill it in the practice of law without it killing us.…
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FDNY Ret. Coach Tim Sommerlad | IDP Ep. 40
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Episode #40 featuring special guest Retired FDNY Fireman, Football and Throws Coach Mr. Tim Sommerlad. We talk all about Coach's Experiences throughout his time in the FDNY, as an Athlete, and Coach. We also get to talk a little Offensive Line like only two old offensive linemen can do. It was great to catch up with Tim from our old days coaching t…
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