Best Laura Feder Podcasts (2024)

1
MELANIE ALBINIO; Fit Life or Fit Moment?, Food Language, Prep is Healthy, Social Media Cleanup, Self-Coaching, Why Natty in IFBB? 1:31:01

5d ago1:31:01

1:31:01

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Melanie Albino, a 40-year-old natural competitor, who is a wife & mom, and an Elite coach for Team Elite Physique. She has been a prep coach since 2016 and a personal trainer for almost 20 years! Melanie first competed in 2012 and won her Pro card in 2019 after competing in 7 national shows. She has been self-coac…

1
LAURA POSTOR; Running 4 Businesses, Childhood Trauma & Doula Work, Overcoming Heroin Addiction, Simple Posing 1:14:28

12d ago1:14:28

1:14:28

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Laura Postor, a mom of 3 and owner of four businesses. She first competed in 2021 where she earned second in open at the Night of Champions. At only her 5th show ever, she earned her Pro Card at USAs in 2023. She is a Certified doula and focuses on working with parents who have experienced sexual trauma. She is al…

1
SAM MCDONOUGH; Being Queer, Physique and Posing Critiques to Consider, Complaining Constrains, Appreciate Today 1:38:35

19d ago1:38:35

1:38:35

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Sam McDonough, from Kansas City, MO, currently living in Sacramento. She recently earned her BA in Psychology plans to eventually be a Marriage and Family Counselor. Currently, she is a coach at a couple gyms and a Posing Coach for Bikini and Wellness athletes. She has been competing since 2017, first in the NANBF…

1
MARINA MARKS; Healing a Marriage, Hunting the Good Stuff, Participate in Life, Is this Ship Steering me? 1:21:58

26d ago1:21:58

1:21:58

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Marina Marks, born and raised in San Antonio TX, who is married and has two children. She started lifting in 2015 but her competition journey began after the birth of my son in 2019 where she competed 10 months postpartum and took the Open Bikini Overall. Shortly after, she left for basic training and starting a w…

1
Dr. McCormick GRILLING Dr. Fraudci (testimony on Capitol Hill) 5:43

1M ago5:43

5:43

Send us a Text Message. soreadyforhealth.com Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
CINDY VAN EMPEL-POPOWICH; What Every Girl Needs, Golden Eras Rooted like an Oak, Stop Doing This, Should You Do Masters and Open? 1:40:24

1M ago1:40:24

1:40:24

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Cindy Van Empol-Popowich, a 55-year-old who started lifting at 17 years old after she saw her first bodybuilding event in 1989. Cindy earned her Pro card in 2019 at North Americans. She been involved in every aspect of the sport from judging to expediting, and is currently the Director of social media for the Cana…

1
Amanda Ripley's "High Conflict", with Ankur Delight [Ep. 33] 48:09

1M ago48:09

48:09

Join special guest Ankur Delight and Laura May as we review Amanda Ripley's book, "High Conflict". Book blurb: New York Times bestselling author and award-winning journalist Amanda Ripley investigates how good people get captured by high conflict—and how they break free. Our journey begins in California, where a world-renowned conflict expert strug…

1
TANYA JOHANSEN; Vulnerability in Friendships, No Pity Parties, Winning Strategies, There’s More in You so Go Find It 1:12:24

1M ago1:12:24

1:12:24

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Tanya Johansen, a kidney cancer survivor and single mom of two, who lives in Utah and works as a posing coach. She earned her Pro card at Master’s USAs in 2022, where she won the overall, and made her Pro debut last year at California Night of Champions. Tanya is coached by Aimee Delgado at Fit Body Fusion and pla…

1
Episode 50 - Jackie Chapman-Gray (Natural History Museum, University of Oxford) 36:40

2M ago36:40

36:40

We're rounding out season 4 of The M Files with a recent interview with Jackie Chapman-Grey from the University of Oxford's Natural History Museum. This special season finale was recorded "on location" during a recent trip across the pond for Val, Patty, and John. Our interview explores Jackie's museum background, which includes work both in the UK…

1
PHILLIPA FERREIRA; Bodybuilding is What I Do Not Who I am, Build your Metaphorical House, Grueling & Healthy or Red Flag, Relieve Pressure 1:51:03

2M ago1:51:03

1:51:03

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Phillipa Ferreira who started competing in ICN back in 2020 and turned pro in that federation in her first year of competing. She moved to IFBB last year and earned her Pro card at Nationals, where she placed first. She was the first Australian bikini athlete to win two state titles in one season, as well as the f…

1
Mediating amidst crisis in Malawi with Brown Masingati [Ep. 32] 29:16

2M ago29:16

29:16

Resilience in Adversity: Mediation and Climate Action in Malawi with Brown Masingati (Info on how to donate to Brown's work below!) Join host Laura May as she speaks with Brown Masingati, a member of Mediators Beyond Borders International. Brown talks about his roots in Malawi, the 'Warm Heart of Africa,' spotlighting his incredible work in address…

1
LISA JANE REID; Australian Road to Pro, Changing Federations, Joy in the Journey, Taking your Time 1:15:10

2M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Lisa Reid, a 32 year old newly crowned Bikini Pro from Australia who entered her first competition back in 2014 and was immediately hooked. Now, almost a decade later I has competed in 23 shows and her passion and love for the sport only continues to grow. She started in the Natural Bodybuilding federations first:…

1
RESIST! 2:45

2M ago2:45

2:45

Send us a Text Message. soreadyforhealth.com Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
6 Years of Podcasting; Lessons, Mental Health Tips, Goals for the Show, and Reflections 36:55

2M ago36:55

36:55

Today I celebrate six years of the Confessions of a Bikini Pro Podcast! Sometime I feel like it’s been longer and sometimes I feel like it was just yesterday! So much of my life has changed over the past six years, but the one constant has been the podcast. Join me today as I look back on the past guests, lessons learned, and what the future holds!…

1
AMANDA LAM; Asia vs America Culture & Standards, Integrative Nutrition, Chinese IFBB Pro Couple Goals, Excelling in YOUR Passion 1:06:54

2M ago1:06:54

1:06:54

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Amanda Lam, from Hong Kong. She and her partner Isaac, are the first Chinese IFBB pro couple. She is the director of PUMP Personal Training Gym in Hong Kong and is also a transformation and Prep Coach. She is also an occupational therapist with 2 years working experience in the psychiatric department working with …

1
Have you been GMO'd?!! (Part 2) 27:37

3M ago27:37

27:37

Send us a Text Message. soreadyforhealth.com Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
PAMELA JOHN; Graves Disease, Grieving, Growth Mindset 1:28:38

3M ago1:28:38

1:28:38

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Pamela John, a certified personal trainer, strength coach, and nutrition coach, who started competing in 2012 and earned her Pro card at Masters Nationals in 2015 and has competed over 50 times! After the birth of my last daughter in 2000, her body went haywire which eventually led to a diagnosis of Graves disease…

1
Have you been GMO'd without your consent?! Dr Julian Fidge & Dr John Campbell 1:32:48

3M ago1:32:48

1:32:48

Send us a Text Message. soreadyforhealth.com Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
CHRISTINA SANGGOR; Self-Love, Beautiful in Every Season, Break from Prep 1:30:33

3M ago1:30:33

1:30:33

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Christina Sanggor, a 27 years old who was born & raised in Houston, Texas. She started working out at age 19 while in college for her education degree. She decided to go back to pursue her passion of exercise science and will be graduating this spring. Christina works as a personal trainer and is a caretaker for h…

1
"One of the largest genocides in history" ~ Dr. David Martin 24:24

3M ago24:24

24:24

Send us a Text Message. Visit soreadyforhealth.podia.com to detox the slow kill shots! Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
TIANNA PISTONE; Posing Considerations, What is the Best Approach, Make the Decision, Lots of laughs, Should you Crossover Divisions? 1:37:23

3M ago1:37:23

1:37:23

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Tianna Pistone, who started bodybuilding at age 16 years and did her first show at 17 years old. She earned her Pro card USA’s in 2023 when she was just 22. As a young teenager, she struggled with underrating, always wanting to be the thinnest girl. She was inspired to start bodybuilding by her father, a former bo…

1
JANINE HERRERA; Thief of your Future, Master’s Category Labeling, God’s Purpose for You in Adversity 1:39:21

3M ago1:39:21

1:39:21

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Janine Herrera, a single mother to 3 amazing girls aged 10, 8, and 4. She is also an AGACNP-BC with a focus and passion for functional medicine. She has spent the better part of her life serving others, but was in need of purpose unique and personal to her, and she has found that in bodybuilding. In addition to be…

1
SAMMY JO; No More People Pleasing, Motherly Roles & Family Building, Taboo Talks, Suit Designing 1:45:55

3M ago1:45:55

1:45:55

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Sammy Jo, an online health and fitness coach & posing coach. She started competing in 2022 and earned her Pro card one year later in 2023 at NPC Universe. She has a degree in business administration and quit my 9-5 in sales job back in 2022 to pursue competing and coaching. She is also a suit stylist with Toxic An…

1
Researching the end of the (peacebuilding) world as we know it with Dr Julia Palmiano Federer [Ep. 31] 54:27

4M ago54:27

54:27

Peace, Conflict, and the Power of Inclusion: Insights from Dr. Julia Palmiano Federer What happens if you put two mediation fangirls who also happen to be intersectional feminists together into the same conversation? This episode! Host Laura May and guest Dr. Julia Palmiano Federer dive into critical discussions on peacebuilding and conflict mediat…

1
CARRIE HENNESSY; Leaving an Abusive Marriage and Finding Love, Parental Guilt, Your Best Process, Competing as a Single Mother, Empowerment in Routine 1:37:37

4M ago1:37:37

1:37:37

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Carrie Hennessy, a wife and girl mom to a 18 months old and 13 year old plus a dog mom. She loves true crime podcasts, being outdoors and anything adventurous. She loves connection, laughing and advocating for women. One of her favorite quotes is “ If you don’t like something, change it. If you can’t change it, ch…

1
JESSICA DEXTER; Letting Go of Perfection, Self-Coaching Tips, Committing to Each Season 1:05:31

4M ago1:05:31

1:05:31

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Jessica Dexter, an online lifestyle/ bikini competition prep coach, who also offers posing coaching. She has been competing for four years and earned her Pro card at 2021 North Americans after coaching her self. Her bodybuilding journey has been her saving grace and she wants to encourage other women to have the s…

1
MADDY MICHIELSSEN; Comparison & Female Competition, Eating Disorder on Stage, Health First Approach 1:55:37

4M ago1:55:37

1:55:37

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Maddy Michielssen, the CEO of Mpowered Fitness, who earned her Pro card at 2023 Nationals with the Overall win. She grew up a Ballet dancer with the Orlando Ballet before quitting at the age of 15 and took up weight training & wakeboarding. After a major accident, she put wakeboarding to bed and got into college a…

1
FEDERAL HEALTH AGENCIES AND THE COVID CARTEL: WHAT ARE THEY HIDING?” ROUNDTABLE 3:57:01

4M ago3:57:01

3:57:01

Send us a Text Message. Sen. Ron Johnson (R-Wis.) and a panel of experts share testimony on how the COVID Cartel – federal health agencies, Big Pharma, Legacy Media, and Big Tech – engaged in censorship and coverups. This discussion will also shine light on the failures and corruption of the global elite and their institutions. Join our Telegram ch…

1
AMANDA RIVAS; 'Ex Weeks Out' the Movie Competitors will Love, Authenticity with Yourself & Others, Childhood Impact on Personal Dreams 1:42:49

4M ago1:42:49

1:42:49

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Amanda Rivas, an actor, writer, filmmaker, comedian, and dog enthusiast. She is the writer & creator of EX Weeks Out - a film about bodybuilding and the strongest muscle of them all - the heart. Amanda competed in the NPC for nearly a decade with placings including everything from dead last to overall. Staying com…

1
Episode 49 - Will Stoutamire (University of Nebraska-Kearney) 35:54

4M ago35:54

35:54

On this edition, we take a trip to the Platte Valley in Nebraska to chat with our colleague and MPMA compatriot Dr. Will Stoutamire. Will is an associate professor of history at the University of Nebraska-Kearney. A past museum director and active public historian, Will shares his insights about working with the past both in and outside of museums.…

1
Gut Detox (Largest Discount of The Year!) Coupon Below! 6:47

5M ago6:47

6:47

Send us a Text Message. Enrol Here! Use coupon code SPRING2024 to take advantage of the largest discount of the year (valid for only 7 days) https://soreadyforhealth.podia.com/the-ultimate-gut-detoxification-course Book an online consultation soreadyforhealth.com Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
MANUELITA ACUNA; God's Glory, Columbia to America, Injured Athlete to IFBB Pro 1:18:13

5M ago1:18:13

1:18:13

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Manuelita Acuña, a 20-year-old from Colombia, who has lived in the USA for 2.5 years. A former member of the Columbian National Trampoline team, she retired after winning the 2019 National championships and sustaining an injury. Who her mom came to visit her in March of 2022, she realized she wasn’t in a good spot…

1
JORDAN & DREW BRANNON; Everyone is a “Coach”, Trends of the Divisions, Honesty in Coaching, Balancing Marriage & Coaching 1:04:34

5M ago1:04:34

1:04:34

Today I speak with Jordan and Drew Brannon. Jordan was born & raised in Tampa, Florida. She has her Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science from the University of South Florida, where she also met her husband, Drew Brannon. Drew is from Miami, Florida. Like Jordan, he also has his Exercise Science degree from USF. After college, Jordan & Drew opened t…

1
CASEY MARSHALL; Bikini as an Overall Package, Power of Mindset, Putting Health First, Coaching Camaraderie 1:35:05

5M ago1:35:05

1:35:05

Today I speak with IFBB Pro Casey Marshall, a coach of NPC/IFBB athletes and lifestyle clients for 13. She specializing in the overall package - presentation, glam, suit, sportsmanship and overall creating healthy happy athletes. Her team, Team Boss Bodies, has turned over 50 women pro and have had athletes win pro shows in masters and open. She is…

1
DAVID DEMESQUITA; Functional Health, Balancing Hormones, Trusting your Coach, Truths about PEDs 3:03:52

5M ago3:03:52

3:03:52

Today I speak with David DeMesquita, a functional health coach on a mission to “make lives better”. For the past 8 years, he has helped people from a wide range of backgrounds to not just optimize internal systems, but ALSO achieve their best physiques ever. He has worked with some of the top Olympians in the IFBB and continues to help athletes of …

1
LEXIE MAITLAND; Building Community, The Optimal Prep, When to Work with a Coach, Handling Post-Show 1:24:27

5M ago1:24:27

1:24:27

Today I speak with Lexie Maitland, a NASM certified CPT with a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from the University of Tampa. Before online coaching, she was an in person personal trainer and has been a coach for Team ProPhysique since 2019. She competed for the first time in 2017 (out of a dorm room) and then took a few years away before…

1
Episode 48 - James Hagadorn (Denver Museum of Nature and Science) 30:44

5M ago30:44

30:44

In this edition of The M Files, we chat with Dr. James Hagadorn from the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. Dr. Hagadorn is the Tim & Kathryn Ryan Curator of Geology but likes to describe himself as "a detective in deep time." Join us as chat about his work at DMNS and how he shares geology with visitors. For more information about the Denver Mus…

1
SEAN IRWIN; Hard work vs. talent, Embrace the Process, Rooting in Reality, Focus on Longevity, Being a leader 1:47:10

5M ago1:47:10

1:47:10

Today I speak with Sean Irwin, a Bodybuilding Contest Preparation Coach, Lifestyle Coach, and Personal Trainer. He is also an experienced Bodybuilding Athlete associated with some of the top competitors and brands in the sport. At an early age Sean developed his passion for competitive preparation through various individualized sports that demanded…

1
IVAN MADARANG; Prioritizing your reverse, Carb strategies, Never Say Never, Dispelling Misconceptions, What to know before Prep 1:36:29

5M ago1:36:29

1:36:29

Today I speak with Ivan Madarang of Geek to Physique. He has been an Internal medicine nurse for 10 years and started coaching in 2016, with a 2 years mentorship under Cameron Cheek and Mike from Peak Athletic Performance. A National level competitor himself, his highly individualized approach is focused on longevity, adapting to each client’s uniq…

1
Coaches' Series Round 3 4:30

5M ago4:30

4:30

We are back for our 3rd coach series and I want to preface this week by saying every coach I am bringing on is a professional with their own achievements, education, and experience. Many of them you will recognize as well-known names. If I could fit every amazing coach in the bikini competition world on the show, we would have a whole other podcast…

1
DR. STEPHANIE ASHLEY WARDEN; Changing Coaches, Body Image, Take Inventory, Brand Yourself 1:04:38

5M ago1:04:38

1:04:38

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Stephanie Warden, who has been competing since 2018 and turned pro at NPC Universe in 2023, which was her 14th show. She made her Pro debut at the Hawaii Pro where she placed 4th. Outside of competing and fitness modeling, she is an eye doctor, a wife, and a coach, who will soon be launching a podcast with Lauren …

1
MEGAN VAN VLEET; Staying Natural, Decade Long Dream, Be Ready for Yes or No, Say it With Your Chest, Professional Development 1:52:00

5M ago1:52:00

1:52:00

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Megan Van Vleet, a 39-year-old with a masters in Management & Leadership who has been competing since 2013. She is married to her high school sweetheart and currently live in Oregon. Before bodybuilding she did ballet, rode horses, and played & coached softball. She competed in 24 shows, including 13 pro qualifier…

1
Ubuntu in practice with Bryony Vince [Ep. 30] 42:45

5M ago42:45

42:45

Exploring Indigenous Approaches to Peacebuilding: The Idea of Ubuntu In this episode of the Conflict Tipping podcast, host Laura May interviews Bryony Vince, a PhD candidate at the University of Sheffield in the UK and an advocate for context-specific indigenous approaches to peace-building. Bryony talks about her PhD focus on Ubuntu, a South Afric…

1
ANDREA LOCES; Under The Rug?, Diagnosis Dangers, Trust your Execution, Go Pro or Don't Go Home 1:25:24

6M ago1:25:24

1:25:24

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Andrea Loces, a talent acquisition professional at a tech start-up, who has her bachelor of science degree in entrepreneurship from Point Loma Nazarene University in San Diego. Originally from Palm Springs, CA, she earned her pro card at Nationals 2023 on the 3 year anniversary of the first check-in with her coach…

1
LAUREN KRALOVEC; Physique Pressure, Relationship & Life Goals, Breast Augmentation Pros & Cons 1:44:04

6M ago1:44:04

1:44:04

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Lauren “Lolo” Kralovec, born and raised in Oregon and currently lives in Boise, Idaho. She started competing in 2017 and turned Pro in 2021 at the NPC Olympia Amateur. She has competed 19 and first hit the National stage in 2019. Lauren decided to take 2022 as a long improvement season, before returning to the Pro…

1
THERESA MENDOZA-CURA; First Show Tips, Dream without Limits, 7 year Road to Pro, Selfless Sport 1:14:58

6M ago1:14:58

1:14:58

Today I speak with IFBB Bikini Pro Theresa Mendoza-Cura, who recently turned pro recently at the 2023 Muscle Contest Masters USA after competing for 7 years. She has been competing since December 2016 and has been working to earn her pro card 2018. She has competed in over a dozen shows and has worked to make the best out of the situation and used …

1
Live Telegram Health Q&A (Jan 7th, 2024) 1:00:58

6M ago1:00:58

1:00:58

Send us a Text Message. Book an online consultation: soreadyforhealth.com Join my Telegram channel: https://t.me/soreadyforhealth Support the Show.By So Ready For Health

1
MAXIMIZE your nutrition by doing THIS! (Hair Mineral Analysis Case Study) 14:04

6M ago14:04

14:04

Send us a Text Message. To watch the Hair Analysis breakdown, watch the YouTube video here: https://youtu.be/tgEXhz2C1KY?si=wWX4AS7IVOMhSW4R Don't forget to support my new channel by liking, subscribing and dropping a comment! Thanks! Book an online consultation: soreadyforhealth.com Join my Telegram channel: https://t.me/soreadyforhealth Support t…

1
OLYMPIA JUDGE JOE PISHKULA; Bikini Judging, Celeste's Breakout at Women's Workshop, Klash Series Announcements, and Everything Under the Sun 2:33:16

6M ago2:33:16

2:33:16

Today I speak with NPC/IFBB Pro League Promoter & Professional Olympia Judge, Joe Pishkula. Joe has been on the podcast before and today he’s back to tell us about the Women’s NPC Seminar in January. I am so proud to be speaking this year on mental health and bodybuilding. We start with hearing Joe’s start in bodybuilding and how his relationship w…

1
TAMEKIA CARTER; Unique Posing Expression, Do More With Little And Shut Up And Color, Find Your Reason 1:08:07

7M ago1:08:07

1:08:07

Today I speak with IFBB Pro Tamekia Carter, a mother, Air Force veteran, and wife who grew up in Mississippi. She got into bodybuilding when her father-in-law suggested she look into it. She first competed in 2021 at the Kuclo Classics, where she made a clean sweep of her classes! She earned her Pro Card just six months later at North American. Sin…

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Laura Feder Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Quick Reference Guide