Best Mark Rippetoe Podcasts (2025)

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Q&A Episode - Back, Bench, and Big Man Programming | Starting Strength Radio #326 1:40:16

1d ago1:40:16

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Thoughts on Training Women | Starting Strength Radio #325 1:03:13

6d ago1:03:13

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Rip talks about how to approach training women - you train them the same way, but adjust for neuromuscular differences to get the best progress from each lifter.By Mark Rippetoe

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Strength Training, Pregnancy, & Pelvic Health with Dr. Becky Maidansky | Stronger Is Better Podcast #7 1:09:16

9d ago1:09:16

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Send us a text In this episode of the Stronger is Better Podcast, Nick Delgadillo sits down with Dr. Becky Maidansky, pelvic floor specialist and founder of Lady Bird Physical Therapy https://www.ladybirdpt.com/ in Austin, TX. They explore the realities of training through pregnancy, postpartum recovery, pelvic floor dysfunction, and why strength i…

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Digital Health & Staying Safe Online | Starting Strength Radio #324 1:02:32

17d ago1:02:32

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What do you need to know about keeping your kids - and yourself - safe on the internet? Ben Gillenwater, the Family IT Guy, returns to the show to discuss how to recognize and counter the addictive potential and other dangers of the digital world.By Mark Rippetoe

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Combat Effectiveness with Drew Estell | Starting Strength Radio #323 1:08:50

25d ago1:08:50

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Rip is joined in the studio by Drew Estell of Baer Solutions for a discussion of combat effectiveness, firearm training, and related topics.By Mark Rippetoe

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Freedom and Purpose through Entrepreneurship with Ray Gillenwater | Stronger Is Better Podcast #6 1:07:35

27d ago1:07:35

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Send us a text In this episode of the Stronger Is Better Podcast, Nick Delgadillo sits down with Starting Strength Gyms founder Ray Gillenwater for a wide-ranging conversation about entrepreneurship, vision, and the founding story of Starting Strength Gyms. Ray shares how his experiences in tech, corporate leadership, and global markets led him to …

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The Gillenwaters and the Gyms | Starting Strength Radio #322 1:05:56

1M ago1:05:56

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Starting Strength Gyms' very own Ray, Ben, and Jen Gillenwater join Rip on the show to discuss operations, political and regulatory climates, and training at the Gyms.By Mark Rippetoe

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Strength and Soldiering with Justin Goonan | Starting Strength Radio #321 58:20

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Justin Goonan, Army strength and conditioning coach, joins Rip, Nick, and Rusty to discuss training, testing, and working with military populations.By Mark Rippetoe

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Grit and Resilience with Mike Kelly and Alex Ptacek | Stronger Is Better Podcast #5 1:39:23

1M ago1:39:23

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Send us a text In this episode of the Stronger Is Better Podcast, host Nick Delgadillo speaks with Alex Ptacek, Head Coach at Starting Strength Chicago, and his trainee Mike Kelly. Mike shares the gripping and ultimately inspiring story of suffering a catastrophic quad injury—followed by multiple surgeries, setbacks, and an unwavering commitment to…

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Safety Habits in the Gym | Starting Strength Radio #320 1:04:28

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Rip and crew discuss how to manage equipment to maximize lifting safety, covering rack use, trip hazards, and other risky situations to avoid.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Caffeine, Maintenance, and Giving up | Starting Strength Radio #319 1:10:08

2M ago1:10:08

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Goals and Balance - A Woman’s Perspective with Erin Spiva | Stronger Is Better Podcast #4 1:15:36

2M ago1:15:36

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Send us a text In Episode 4 of the Stronger Is Better Podcast, Nick Delgadillo sits down with long-time client and friend Erin Spiva to discuss six years of consistent barbell training, lessons learned, and how strength carries over into real life, including hobbies like pole fitness. Erin shares her journey from getting started to becoming a clien…

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Prostate Health and Testosterone | Starting Strength Radio #318 1:00:06

2M ago1:00:06

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Urologist Dr. Victoria Bird joins Rip to discuss prostate health, the protective benefits of testosterone, and treatment protocols for prostate cancer.By Mark Rippetoe

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Origin and Evolution of the Blue Book | Starting Strength Radio #317 1:26:59

2M ago1:26:59

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Rip and stef talk about how the Blue Book - the third edition of Starting Strength - was developed.By Mark Rippetoe

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Programming the Overhead Press - Novice to Advanced | Stronger is Better Podcast #3 59:10

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Send us a text In Episode 3 of the Stronger Is Better Podcast, Nick Delgadillo dives deep into press programming—how to build a strong, pain-free, and consistent overhead press. Drawing on years of coaching and real-world experience, Nick explains why the press is uniquely difficult to progress, how to apply the right amount of stress, how to avoid…

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Q&A Episode - Zero G, Leg Length, and Analgesics | Starting Strength Radio #316 37:18

2M ago37:18

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Peptides, Panels, and More with Dr. Mike Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #315 1:18:26

3M ago1:18:26

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Rip discusses peptide hormones and interpretation of lab panels with Dr. Mike Wittmer.By Mark Rippetoe

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How Strong Should You Be? | Stronger is Better Podcast #2 51:18

3M ago51:18

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Send us a text In Episode 2 of the Stronger Is Better podcast, Nick Delgadillo breaks down strength standards into three categories: competitive goals, evaluative benchmarks, and personal targets. He explains why most people have skewed expectations about what’s possible—and how to set realistic goals without having to become a powerlifter. Nick in…

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Tariffs, Trade, and Tension with Karl Denninger | Starting Strength Radio #314 1:14:23

3M ago1:14:23

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Karl Denninger returns to the podcast to discuss the costs and benefits of current and past economic actions and their ramifications.By Mark Rippetoe

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The Foundations of the Program | Starting Strength Radio #313 1:16:43

3M ago1:16:43

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Rip discusses the foundations that Starting Strength model is built on to develop strength - movement patterns, stress, incremental loading.By Mark Rippetoe

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Simplifying Advanced Programming | Stronger is Better Podcast #1 1:22:33

3M ago1:22:33

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Send us a text Welcome to Episode 1 of the Stronger is Better Podcast, brought to you by Starting Strength Gyms and hosted by Nick Delgadillo. In this kickoff episode, Nick lays out a comprehensive roadmap for barbell programming — from the simple and powerful Novice Linear Progression all the way to advanced programming strategies used by experien…

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Introducing the Stronger is Better Podcast by Starting Strength Gyms 1:37

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Send us a text Host and Starting Strength Coach Nick Delgadillo welcomes you to the Stronger is Better Podcast, a show where we'll take a look at how doing hard things has positive carryover to health, fitness, business, and relationships. ⸻ 🔗 Brought to you by https://www.startingstrengthgyms.com 🎧 New episodes every other week on YouTube, Apple P…

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Q&A Episode - Media Hate, Most Important Lift, and the Perfect Burger | Starting Strength Radio #312 1:16:51

3M ago1:16:51

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Rip answers questions from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training Combat-Ready Soldiers, not Powerlifters | Starting Strength Radio #311 57:38

4M ago57:38

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Rip discusses how the those entering basic training are the demographic that most rapidly gets strong using the Starting Strength Novice Linear Progression and how a change in approach would prepare soldiers to operate effectively in the modern military environment.By Mark Rippetoe

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The Military Needs Strength with Grunt Proof | Starting Strength Radio #310 1:07:57

4M ago1:07:57

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Randall of Grunt Proof joins Rip to discuss the importance of strength for the modern military and how to get it done.By Mark Rippetoe

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The World Needs Stronger Women | Starting Strength Radio #309 58:19

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Rip and team discuss the importance of strength training for women, common misconceptions that can block proper training, and why Starting Strength for women is... Starting Strength.By Mark Rippetoe

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Q&A Episode - Backs, Tendons, and Peak Male Existence 1:38:29

4M ago1:38:29

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Rip answers questions live from Starting Strength Network subscribers and fans.By Mark Rippetoe

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Perspective on Testosterone Therapy with Dr. Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #307 1:00:39

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Dr. Wittmer returns to discuss factors in testosterone replacement therapy, synergy with lifting and diet, and the importance of taking charge of your own health rather than relying on the standard medical industry.By Mark Rippetoe

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Training Stages and Age | Starting Strength Radio #306 59:46

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Rip discusses how programming changes as strength accumulates as a result of training and what aspects vary when trainees start at different ages.By Mark Rippetoe

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Mark Rippetoe Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Starting Strength Radio

Mark Rippetoe

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Stronger is Better by Starting Strength Gyms

Nick Delgadllo

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Q&A Episode - Back, Bench, and Big Man Programming | Starting Strength Radio #326 1:40:16

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Thoughts on Training Women | Starting Strength Radio #325 1:03:13

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Strength Training, Pregnancy, & Pelvic Health with Dr. Becky Maidansky | Stronger Is Better Podcast #7 1:09:16

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Digital Health & Staying Safe Online | Starting Strength Radio #324 1:02:32

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Combat Effectiveness with Drew Estell | Starting Strength Radio #323 1:08:50

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Freedom and Purpose through Entrepreneurship with Ray Gillenwater | Stronger Is Better Podcast #6 1:07:35

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The Gillenwaters and the Gyms | Starting Strength Radio #322 1:05:56

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Strength and Soldiering with Justin Goonan | Starting Strength Radio #321 58:20

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Grit and Resilience with Mike Kelly and Alex Ptacek | Stronger Is Better Podcast #5 1:39:23

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Safety Habits in the Gym | Starting Strength Radio #320 1:04:28

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Q&A Episode - Caffeine, Maintenance, and Giving up | Starting Strength Radio #319 1:10:08

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Goals and Balance - A Woman’s Perspective with Erin Spiva | Stronger Is Better Podcast #4 1:15:36

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Prostate Health and Testosterone | Starting Strength Radio #318 1:00:06

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Origin and Evolution of the Blue Book | Starting Strength Radio #317 1:26:59

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Programming the Overhead Press - Novice to Advanced | Stronger is Better Podcast #3 59:10

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Q&A Episode - Zero G, Leg Length, and Analgesics | Starting Strength Radio #316 37:18

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Peptides, Panels, and More with Dr. Mike Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #315 1:18:26

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How Strong Should You Be? | Stronger is Better Podcast #2 51:18

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Tariffs, Trade, and Tension with Karl Denninger | Starting Strength Radio #314 1:14:23

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The Foundations of the Program | Starting Strength Radio #313 1:16:43

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Simplifying Advanced Programming | Stronger is Better Podcast #1 1:22:33

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Introducing the Stronger is Better Podcast by Starting Strength Gyms 1:37

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Q&A Episode - Media Hate, Most Important Lift, and the Perfect Burger | Starting Strength Radio #312 1:16:51

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Training Combat-Ready Soldiers, not Powerlifters | Starting Strength Radio #311 57:38

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The Military Needs Strength with Grunt Proof | Starting Strength Radio #310 1:07:57

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The World Needs Stronger Women | Starting Strength Radio #309 58:19

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Q&A Episode - Backs, Tendons, and Peak Male Existence 1:38:29

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Perspective on Testosterone Therapy with Dr. Wittmer | Starting Strength Radio #307 1:00:39

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Training Stages and Age | Starting Strength Radio #306 59:46

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