SHAW STRENGTH PODCAST

82. THE WOMAN THAT KEEPS SHAW STRENGTH RUNNING ft. KERI SHAW Nov 20, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with his wife, Keri, for a laid-back conversation that covers everything from business to family. They discuss in depth everything Keri handles behind the scenes for the company, like new POs, tax returns, customer emails, customer returns, and all the day-to-day tasks that keep things moving along. They look back on their time as college athletes, with Brian playing basketball and Keri playing soccer, and how they both eventually fell more in love with training than the actual sports. They finish things off by sharing a few parenting stories, from their boys growing up around the gym to the moments they remember from Brian’s Strongman career, and how important it is to show work ethic through actions, not just words.
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81. LIFE AFTER THE NFL FT. JOE KENN Nov 18, 2025

On this mobile episode of The Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with legendary former NFL strength coach Joe “Big House” Kenn at his North Carolina gym. They discuss Joe’s transition from the highly competitive world of professional football and elite collegiate coaching to the private sector. Joe opens up about the early financial struggles that forced him to stock candy at Costco to support his family, and the difficult decision to leave a high-paying coaching job to launch “Big House Power,” a move driven by self-belief and principle. Joe also reflects on coaching Brian during his final strongman competition prep in 2023, a partnership that helped lead Brian to victory at the Strongest Man on Earth title.

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80. COUNTER TERRORISM TO MEN’S MENTAL HEALTH ADVOCATE Ft. BRIAN ALSRUHE Nov 07, 2025

On this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast Brian Shaw sits down with Brian Alsruhe, a fascinating individual whose background spans counter-terrorism, strongman, and his current mission to become a licensed counselor focusing on men's mental toughness. This episode dives into Alsruhe's belief that modern mental health neglects men, advocating instead for the discipline forged through voluntary hardship.

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79. THE MINDSET BEHIND AN ELITE STRENGTH ATHLETE Ft. BRANDON ALLEN Oct 15, 2025

In this episode, Brian sits down with former powerlifter and arm wrestler Brandon Allen for an honest conversation about strength, mindset, and the challenges that shape both. Brandon shares his story of moving to Las Vegas, training with Stan Efferding, and what it was like building, and eventually selling, his gym during the chaos of COVID.
Brandon also talks about some of the toughest moments of his life, snapping his patella tendon on a 925 lb squat, getting hit while riding his Harley, and eventually stepping up to arm wrestle Brian at the Strongest Arm on Earth.

78. NOBODY THOUGHT I COULD WIN FT. EDDIE HALL Jul 08, 2025

In this episode of The Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with his longtime friend and fellow strongman legend, Eddie Hall, for a raw and unfiltered conversation about Eddie’s leap into the world of MMA. Eddie breaks down how a canceled fight with Brian sparked a fire in him to chase a bout with Polish MMA veteran Mariusz Pudzianowski, detailing the relentless training, the brutal fight camp, and the strategy that led to his explosive knockout victory. Eddie also shares what fight camp looked like, the insane conditioning he had to go through, and the mindset it took to walk into the ring against a legend.

77. EAST VS WEST COMES TO THE SHAW CLASSIC FT. DEVON LARRATT Jul 03, 2025

76. WORLD'S BEST ENDURANCE ARM WRESTLER FT. DEVON LARRATT Jun 06, 2025

In this episode of The Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian Shaw catches up with legendary arm wrestler Devon Larratt. They talk about what it takes to perform at the highest level, and about Devon’s preparation for his upcoming match against Vitaly at East vs. West, how his training has changed over the years, and the role that mindset and mental toughness play in his approach.

75. BUILDING BACKYARD DREAMS Ft. MATT & GNON DuBOISE May 16, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian and Keri Shaw sit down with Matt and Gnon DuBoise, the husband-and-wife team behind Carolina Coops, for an inspiring conversation about entrepreneurship, family, and the unexpected impact of backyard chickens. They dive into the realities of building a business from the ground up, the importance of partnership and shared purpose, and how a love for quality living; whether through food, parenting, or craftsmanship, shapes their daily lives. From Matt’s childhood fascination with incubated chicks to Brian’s commitment to sourcing the best nutrition.

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74. LEGACY OF STRENGTH FT. BERT SORIN Apr 18, 2025

On this episode, Brian sits down with Bert Sorin to dive into the legacy of strength training, the origins of Sorinex, and the profound impact of Bert’s father, Richard Sorin, on the strength community. From growing up surrounded by feats of strength to pioneering world-class training equipment, Bert shares stories of dedication, innovation, and the relentless pursuit of greatness. They discuss the cost of winning, the lessons learned from elite competition, and Brian’s own journey from Strongman to Arm Wrestling.

73. ARM WRESTLING WORLD CHAMPION FT. TODD HUTCHINGS Apr 11, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with legendary pro arm wrestler Todd Hutchings to dive into his incredible career. Known for his dominant performances and unmatched strength, Todd shares stories from his journey in the sport, what it takes to compete at the highest level, and the mindset that has fueled his success.
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72. ARM WRESTLING RULES DEBATE Mar 28, 2025

71. FIGHTER PILOT TURNED LEADERSHIP COACH FT. ROBERT "CUJO" TESCHNER Mar 21, 2025

In this episode, Brian sits down with Cujo (Robert Teschner), a former fighter pilot turned leadership coach, to discuss his incredible journey from a military upbringing to flying F-15s and becoming a Top Gun instructor. Cujo shares how his family's refugee roots shaped his path, the intense challenges of military aviation, and the life-altering cancer diagnosis that forced him to pivot. Now, he applies the lessons of high-performance teams to the business world, helping others develop resilience, leadership, and a winning mindset.

70. BECOMING A WORLD CHAMPION FT. NEIL PICKUP Mar 14, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with world champion arm wrestler and renowned commentator Neil Pickup to discuss his journey into arm wrestling and what drove him to become one of the best in the sport. Neil shares how he first got involved, the challenges he faced, and the mindset that led him to success. The conversation also turns to Brian’s potential future in arm wrestling, with Neil offering expert insight into how Brian’s incredible strength could translate to the table and what it would take for him to compete at a high level.

69. CHASING GREATNESS FT. LUCAS HATTON Mar 07, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian Shaw talks with rising professional strongman Lucas Hatton about his journey from football to strength sports, his love for training, and the key moments that shaped his career. Lucas shares how his competitive drive led him to powerlifting and strongman, his breakthrough at America’s Strongest Man and SMOE, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. They discuss the challenges of competing at the highest level, the importance of smart training, and what it takes to build a lasting career in strongman.

68. SUED FOR $110 MILLION Ft. CRAIG STEVENSON Feb 21, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian sits down with Craig Stevenson, President of Undefined Nutrition. Craig shares his journey, from his early ventures in website creation and sports supplement marketing to his time working with iconic supplement brands like MuscleTech. He opens up about the exponential growth of top supplement companies and the rise of popular products like SlimQuick and NxLabs. Craig also discusses the challenges he faced, including being sued for $110 million after SlimQuick's success began drawing customers away from Hydroxycut.

67. RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF GROWTH Ft. STEVE FOTION Feb 13, 2025

In this episode, Brian sits down with his longtime friend & training partner Steve to talk about his incredible journey in strength sports. From overcoming childhood struggles through lifting to building his own equipment and eventually competing in strongman, Steve shares how the gym gave him discipline, confidence, and purpose.

They discuss the differences between team and individual sports, the old-school days of making strongman equipment, and the mindset needed to push past limits. Steve also opens up about a devastating injury that ruptured both quad tendons, his relentless recovery, and his future goals in bodybuilding.

66. INVESTING IN OUR FUTURE Ft. KERI SHAW Feb 07, 2025

In this episode, Brian sits down with his wife, Keri, to talk about some major projects they’ve been working on, both personally and professionally. Brian and Keri open up about homeschooling their two boys—a decision they say was one of the best they've ever made. They talk about their mission in 2025: to change people's lives via multiple outlets. Their brand-new custom fitness and nutrition app, designed with one mission in mind—to help people become the strongest versions of themselves, both physically and mentally, will be launching soon. Brian also shares exciting updates on his new book and documentary that are in the works. Additionally, they share Shaw Classic updates, including the exciting news of bringing professional arm wrestling to the main stage in 2025.

65. EMBRACING THE PAIN CAVE Ft. COURTNEY DAUWALTER Jan 30, 2025

On this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian Shaw sits down with ultramarathon legend Courtney Dauwalter about her journey to becoming one of the best endurance athletes in the world. From quitting her first 100-mile race to conquering 280-mile events, Courtney opens up about the mental and physical grit it takes to push past limits. She talks about embracing the 'Pain Cave,' learning from failure, and finding joy in the hard moments most people avoid.

64. NFL SUPER BOWL CHAMP TURNED PHYSICAL THERAPIST Ft. DAVID BRUTON JR Jan 16, 2025

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian Shaw sits down with former NFL player David Bruton Jr. diving into his incredible journey from growing up in Ohio to making a name for himself in the NFL. David shares how he didn’t even become a starting player in football until his junior year of high school, the challenges of learning the playbook at Notre Dame, and how becoming a father while still in college gave him even more drive to succeed. He opens up about the highs and lows of his NFL career, including his time with the Denver Broncos' iconic "No Fly Zone," the mentorship that shaped him, and the big plays that changed his path. Beyond football, David talks about his passion for reading, starting his foundation Bruton’s Books, and finding a new purpose after retiring from the game.
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63. BUILDING LASTING SUCCESS Jan 10, 2025

In today's episode Brian talks about the power of small, consistent changes that lead to big transformations over time. As the new year kicks off, many people set ambitious goals, but lasting progress comes from incremental improvements.
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62. HOW TO BECOME THE BEST FT. LEVAN SAGINASHVILI Dec 18, 2024

In this episode, Brian is joined by arm wrestling world champion Levan Saginashvili, also known as the Georgian Hulk. They discuss Levan's workout routines and diet leading up to an arm wrestling super match. Levan also shares how he wasn’t always interested in arm wrestling and played soccer during his younger years. Additionally, he offers Brian valuable advice on what to do (and what to avoid) before a super match.

61. PRE SUPER MATCH INTERVIEW FT. DEVON LARRATT AND NEIL PICKUP Dec 13, 2024

60. IS EDDIE GOING TO WIN? FT. EDDIE HALL Dec 11, 2024

In this episode of the Shaw Strength Podcast, Brian is joined by Eddie Hall, the 2017 World's Strongest Man. Eddie and Brian discuss the importance of not pressuring their kids into specific paths, and they share insights into Eddie's future plans, including roles in movies and TV, with a significant upcoming project alongside Mel Gibson and Russell Crowe. Eddie also hints at possibly continuing with arm wrestling and reveals that he has finally received a contract to fight five-time World's Strongest Man Mariusz Pudzianowski. Additionally, Brian and Eddie talk about an exciting upcoming arm wrestling supermatch.

59. CAN I BEAT LEVAN FT. DEVON & AUDEN LARRATT Nov 27, 2024

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In this episode, Brian sits down with legendary arm wrestler Devon Larratt and his son, Auden Larratt. They delve into the high-stakes world of arm wrestling. Together, they analyze Levan’s unparalleled dominance, the unique challenge posed by Jerry’s unconventional style, and the mental and strategic preparation required to face a champion. The conversation also touches on personal growth, the evolving arm wrestling community, and the raw unpredictability of the sport.

58. LEADING EXPERT IN BLOOD FLOW RESTRICTION FT. JOHNNY OWENS Nov 20, 2024

On this episode we dive deep into the world of blood flow restriction (BFR) therapy with Johnny Owens, a pioneer in the field. In this episode, Johnny shares his journey from rehabbing wounded soldiers to revolutionizing recovery in professional sports. Discover the evolution of BFR, from its roots in military medicine to its groundbreaking applications in athletic performance and injury recovery. Hear incredible stories about limb salvage, working with athletes like Jadeveon Clowney and Alex Smith, and the science behind how BFR combats muscle atrophy and promotes healing.

57. FUELING STRENGTH FT. NATHAN PAYTON Nov 13, 2024

In this episode, we journey through the life and career of Nathan Payton, a sports nutrition expert whose passion was sparked by watching World’s Strongest Man competitions with his dad. Nathan shares how his path led him to work with elite athletes like Travis Ortmeyer and Brian Shaw, customizing nutrition strategies that supported record-breaking feats and recovery. From his early struggles introducing nutrition into the strongman world to his role in transforming how these athletes fuel and train, Nathan offers insights into the grit, mental resilience, and science-backed strategies that define his work. Together with Brian, they discuss overcoming injuries, the impact of family support, and the importance of tailored nutrition in the demanding sport of strongman. This episode is a deep dive into the dedication and innovation that power the strongest athletes on the planet.

56. EMBRACING DISCOMFORT FT. BLAINE SUMNER Nov 06, 2024

In this episode, Brian and Blaine dig into the power of getting outside your comfort zone, sharing how intense competition and "sink or swim" moments have shaped their lives. Blaine reflects on his early days lifting in his dad’s garage, his rise in football, and his passion for powerlifting, with stories of grueling solo workouts, massive lifts, and the drive to keep pushing even after injuries. Brian discusses how lifting changed his confidence and the discipline it takes to stay mentally sharp under heavy weight. Together, they reveal the mental grit, intense focus, and sacrifices needed to thrive in sports and strength training.

55. BECOMING UNBEATABLE FT MITCHELL HOOPER Oct 31, 2024

In this episode, Mitch opens up about his journey from struggling with confidence to becoming a successful strongman competitor. He shares pivotal moments, including moving to Australia for a fresh start, running a marathon on a challenge from his mom, and tackling mental health struggles. Mitch discusses the discipline and habits that drive his success, the importance of giving back, and his philosophy of only taking on the toughest challenges. As he looks to the future, Mitch talks about his goal to win as many strongman shows as he can, complete an Ironman, and make a lasting impact in the sport of strongman.

54. BATTLING ADVERSITY FT. HAFTHOR BJÖRNSSON Oct 23, 2024

In this episode, Brian Shaw and Hafthor Björnsson candidly discuss the challenges they've faced throughout their strongman careers, from corruption and unfair practices to career-defining injuries. They open up about the frustration of competing in compromised events where some athletes had access to insider information, as well as the physical toll of nerve damage, muscle loss, and debilitating injuries. Despite these setbacks, they share stories of pushing through the pain, driven by their love for the sport and the sacrifices they've made over nearly two decades. This episode offers a rare glimpse into the mental strength, resilience, and dedication required to be a strongman champion, shedding light on the high stakes and sacrifices involved in staying at the top.

53. FINDING YOUR WHY FT. ED COAN Oct 18, 2024

In this episode, legendary powerlifter Ed Coan reflects on the end of his competitive career and the mindset that drove him to greatness. He emphasizes the importance of knowing when to walk away—preferring to quit while on top rather than settle for mediocrity. Ed shares how his meticulously planned training was solely for himself, unimpacted by sponsors or outside pressures, and discusses the pivotal role that purpose and a clear "why" played in his journey. As he navigates life after competition, Ed reveals the challenges he faced without that driving force and highlights the potential for growth that everyone possesses when they have clear goals. He also underscores the significance of surrounding oneself with the right people, illustrating how a supportive environment can elevate success and help push boundaries.

51. RISING TO THE TOP IN ARM WRESTLING | Ft. DEVON LARRATT Jun 13, 2024

ON THIS EPISODE, BRIAN IS JOINED BY DEVON LARRATT, WIDELY CONSIDERED TO BE ONE OF THE GREATEST ARM WRESTLERS OF ALL TIME. THEY DIVE INTO DEVON'S REMARKABLE CAREER INCLUDING HIS SERVICE IN THE CANADIAN SPECIAL FORCES, HIS LEGENDARY MATCHES, AND THE UNIQUE TRAINING REGIMES THAT HAVE MADE HIM A WORLD CHAMPION. THEY ALSO DISCUSS BRIAN JOINING THE SPORT AND WHAT IT WILL TAKE FOR HIM TO DO WELL. DEVON HAS PLAYED A HUGE ROLE IN EXPOSING THE SPORT OF ARM WRESTLING TO A MUCH BIGGER AUDIENCE AND HAS HELPED THE SPORT GROW IN MANY WAYS.
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50. SCAMMED OUT OF 3 MILLION DOLLARS | FT. EDDIE HALL May 30, 2024

ON THIS EPISODE, BRIAN WELCOMES THE 2017 WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN AND DEADLIFT RECORD HOLDER, EDDIE HALL. TOGETHER, THEY DIVE INTO THE INTENSE TRAINING REGIMENS AND THE SIGNIFICANT TIME SPENT IN PREPARATION FOR A HIGHLY ANTICIPATED MMA FIGHT IN THE MIDDLE EAST. DESPITE THEIR EFFORTS, THE FIGHT WAS CANCELED, RESULTING IN FINANCIAL LOSSES FOR BOTH OF THEM. THEY ALSO EXPLORE WHETHER THE DRIVE TO BE THE BEST IS INNATE OR DEVELOPED DURING THE EARLY YEARS OF LIFE.

52. BE THE BEST VERSION OF YOURSELF | Ft. BRYAN CALLEN Mar 12, 2024

ON THIS EPISODE, BRIAN IS JOINED BY COMEDIAN AND ACTOR BRYAN CALLEN. THEY DIVE INTO BRIAN'S PAST COMMITMENT TO HIS GRUELING TRAINING AND EATING REGIMENS AND THE PROFOUND IMPORTANCE OF MENTAL TOUGHNESS. THEY ALSO DISCUSS THE IMPORTANCE OF HAVING A MASCULINE FIGURE IN CHILDREN'S LIVES, AS WELL AS THE NEED FOR A GOOD AGENT TO NEGOTIATE DEALS ON THEIR BEHALF.

49. RAGS TO RICHES FT. DEREK WOLFE Dec 12, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY DEREK WOLFE. DEREK WON A SUPER BOWL WITH THE DENVER BRONCOS AS A DEFENSIVE END. THEY DIVE INTO DEREK'S JOURNEY AND COVER TOPICS SUCH AS HIS INJURIES, DRIVE, PASSION, AND RELENTLESS PURSUIT OF SUCCESS IN THE NFL. THE CONVERSATION EXTENDS TO DEREK'S FORMATIVE YEARS AND THE CHALLENGES HE CONFRONTED DURING HIS CHILDHOOD. THEY ALSO TOUCH ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF FINDING THE RIGHT SPOUSE AND HOW THAT CAN PROFOUNDLY SHAPE ONE'S FUTURE.

48. CHASING THE DREAM OF BECOMING MR. OLYMPIA FT. REGAN GRIMES Dec 05, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY REGAN GRIMES, 9TH PLACE FINISHER AT THE 2023 MR. OLYMPIA. THEY TALK ABOUT REGAN’S JOURNEY INTO THE SPORT OF BODYBUILDING WHICH HAS INCLUDED THE MEN’S PHYSIQUE CLASS, CLASSIC PHYSIQUE, AND ULTIMATELY THE OPEN CLASS. THE CONVERSATION EXPLORE’S REGAN’S NEXT SHOW, HIS ASSESSMENT OF HIS CURRENT PHYSIQUE. THEY ALSO GET INTO HIS MINDSET REGARDING THE FUTURE AND HIS POTENTIAL IN THE SPORT.

47. FINDING PASSION IN WHAT YOU DO FT. JAY CUTLER Nov 27, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY JAY CUTLER, FOUR-TIME MR. OLYMPIA CHAMPION. THEY DIVE INTO JAY’S JOURNEY INTO THE WORLD OF BODYBUILDING, HIS COMMITMENT TO 2:00 AM WORKOUTS, AND THE PROFOUND IMPORTANCE OF UNCOVERING PASSION IN ONE’S PURSUITS. THE DISCUSSION CENTERS AROUND THE INTENSE PASSION JAY AND BRIAN BOTH SHARE FOR THEIR RESPECTIVE SPORTS AND CHANNELING THAT PASSION INTO THE REALM OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP.

46. TRIUMPHANT RETURN TO STRONGMAN FT. HAFTHOR BJORNSSON Nov 21, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY HAFTHOR BJORNSSON, 2018 WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN. THEY DIVE INTO THOR’S STRONGMAN CAREER, TRANSITION TO BOXING, POWERLIFTING, AND HIS ANTICIPATED RETURN TO STRONGMAN. THEY ALSO TALK ABOUT HAFPOR’S RECENT INJURY, SHARE MEMORIES OF COMPETING AGAINST EACH OTHER, AND DISCUSS HAFPOR’S FUTURE GOALS.
WE OFFER DEEPEST CONDOLENCES AND HEARTFELT SYMPATHY TO HAFTHOR AND HIS FAMILY FOLLOWING THE LOSS OF HIS DAUGHTER, GRACE MORGAN HAFTHORSDOTTIR.

45. BECOMING ONE OF THE GREATEST FT. RONNIE COLEMAN Nov 15, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY RONNIE COLEMAN 8 TIMES MR. OLYMPIA WINNER. THEY DELVE INTO VARIOUS ASPECTS OF RONNIE’S LIFE AND CAREER, INCLUDING HIS EARLY YEARS, UNIQUE TRAINING STYLE, HIS RIVARLY WITH JAY CUTLER, AND HIS EXPERIENCE BALANCING A FULL-TIME JOB AS A POLICE OFFICER WHILE COMPETING. THEY ALSO DISCUSS HOW RONNIE’S SELF-BELIEF AND CONFIDENCE EVOLVED AS HE CONTINUED TO WIN MORE SHOWS.

44. BACK TO COMPETING FULL-TIME FT. MARTINS LICIS Nov 08, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY MARTINS LICIS, 2019 WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN. THEY TALK ABOUT MARTINS’ TRAINING, UPCOMING CONTESTS, AND DIALING IN THE PERFECT BODY WEIGHT. ALONG WITH MARTINS’ EXPERIENCES WITH STONE LIFTING FOR HIS SHOW, “STRENGTH UNKOWN”.

43. Q&A HOW TO OVERCOME MENTAL OBSTACLES Oct 11, 2023

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN GIVES UPDATES ABOUT THE 2024 SHAW CLASSIC WEEKEND, TICKET RELEASE DATES, AND CHANGES TO THE OPEN CLASSES. BRIAN RESPONDS TO EMAIL QUESTIONS: HOW TO GET STARTED IN STRONGMAN, HOW TO MANAGE YOUR HEART RATE BEFORE AN EVENT, AND HOW TO OVERCOME OBSTACLES.

42. FROM STRONGMAN TO GROWING THE SPORT OF GRIP FT. JOEL DIRCKS Sep 19, 2023

ON THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY JOEL DIRCKS WHO HAS COMPETED IN STRONGMAN AND HAS BECOME MORE WELL KNOWN FOR HIS FEATS OF GRIP STRENGTH. JOEL SHARES HIS JOURNEY THROUGH LEARNING, TRAINING, AND INJURY. BRIAN AND JOEL TALK ABOUT THEIR PERSONAL EXPERIENCES AND REFLECT ON THE INDIVIDUALS WHO INTRODUCED THEM TO STRONGMAN AND TO EACH OTHER. THEY DISCUSS THEIR SHARED LOVE OF HISTORIC GYM EQUIPMENT AND THE GROWING SPORT OF GRIP STRENGTH.

41. ENDING A STRONGMAN CAREER AND BUILDING ON A LEGACY FT. EDDIE HALL Aug 24, 2023

ON THIS EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY EDDIE HALL. EDDIE WON THE 2017 WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN AND THEN RETIRED FROM PROFESSIONAL STRONGMAN COMPETITION. WITH BRIAN OFFICIALLY RETIRING FROM STRONGMAN COMPETITION AFTER WINNING THE STRONGEST MAN ON EARTH TITLE, THEY DISCUSS RETIREMENT AND WHAT CHANGES AND CHALLENGES COME WITH IT. THEY ALSO REFLECT ON THE SHAW CLASSIC WEEKEND AND HOW THE SPORT HAS EVOLVED AND CONTINUES TO EVOLVE.
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40. THE FUTURE OF DATA DRIVEN STRENGTH TRAINING FT. WALKER REYNOLDS Jun 27, 2023

On this episode Brian is joined by Walker Reynolds who is the president and solutions architect at 4.0 solutions and the board chairman at Intellic Integration in Dallas, TX. Walker has created a vision system that will help athletes monitor and improve their workouts. The system was used and tested at the Shaw Classic in 2022 during the max hummer tire deadlift event. The vision system was able to analyze the athletes lifts and accurately predict what their max lift would be during the contest. Brian and Walker have a great conversation about his past, about how he started working on the vision system and his goals for how this technology can benefit the general public.

38. GROWING THE SPORT OF STRONGMAN FT. EVAN SINGLETON, TREY MITCHELL, BOBBY THOMPSON AND KEVIN FAIRES Apr 07, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN SITS DOWN WITH AMERICAN STRONGMAN COMPETITORS EVAN SINGLETON, TREY MITCHELL, BOBBY THOMPSON AND KEVIN FAIRES TO ANSWER A FEW QUESTIONS AND TO GET THEIR PERSPECTIVE ON HOW TO CONTINUE TO GROW THE STRONGMAN SPORT IN AMERICA AS WELL AS WORLDWIDE. THIS WAS AN INTERESTING DISCUSSION BETWEEN ALL OF THE CURRENT TOP AMERICAN STRONGMEN.
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37. DON'T LET YOUR PAST DEFINE YOU FT. EVAN SINGLETON Apr 03, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN SITS DOWN WITH EVAN SINGLETON WHO IS A PROFESSIONAL AMERICAN STRONGMAN. EVAN OPENS UP ABOUT HIS CHILDHOOD AND HOW HE HAS OVERCOME EVERY CHALLENGE THAT HAS COME UP IN HIS LIFE. THIS EPISODE REALLY DIGS DEEPER INTO WHO EVAN IS AS A PERSON AND HOW HE HAS APPROACHED HIS LIFE AND GOING AFTER HIS GOALS.
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36. OPENING DOORS WITH HARD WORK FT. TREY MITCHELL III Mar 31, 2023

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO TREY MITCHELL III WHO IS A PROFESSIONAL AMERICAN STRONGMAN. TREY HAS WON THE SHAW CLASSIC 2 TIMES IN 2021 AND 2022. HE HAS CLIMBED THE STRONGMAN RANKS AND HAS IMPROVED A LOT IN HIS CAREER UP TO THIS POINT. BRIAN TALKS TO TREY ABOUT HIS CHILDHOOD AND HOW LEARNING TO WORK HARD ON HIS FAMILIES FARM HAS GIVEN HIM THE WORK ETHIC TO BE SUCCESSFUL.
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39. BEATING CANCER AND STAYING POSITIVE FT. NICK BEST Mar 21, 2023

In today's episode Nick Best shares his unbelievable story about how a freak lifting accident led to him finding out he had a cancerous tumor in his kidney. Nick talks about the process of not only finding out he had the tumor but then going through the series of tests to find out what exactly was going on all while training for Master's World's Strongest Man. Nick is a great example of staying positive while working through a very challenging and tough situation.
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35. EVOLVING YOUR STRENGTH FT. GRAHAM HICKS Feb 28, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN SITS DOWN WITH GRAHAM HICKS WHO IS A FORMER WINNER OF BRITIAN'S STRONGEST MAN. GRAHAM HAS COMPETED AT THE WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN 6 TIMES. HE IS KNOWN AS BEING ONE OF THE BEST LOG PRESSERS IN HISTORY. GRAHAM HAS A GREAT STORY OF STARTING OUT COMPETING IN THE 105KG (231 LBS) WEIGHT CLASS AND THEN TRANSITIONING INTO THE OPEN WEIGHT CLASS. HE HAS MORE THAN HELD HIS OWN AGAINST TALLER AND HEAVIER STRONGMAN COMPETITORS.
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34. EMBRACING NEW CHALLENGES FT. TERRY HOLLANDS Feb 23, 2023

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN SITS DOWN WITH TERRY HOLLANDS WHO IS.A 15 TIME COMPETITOR AT THE WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN COMPETITION. TERRY HAS MADE THE FINAL 9 TIMES AND FINISHED IN 3RD PLACE TWICE IN 2007 AND 2011. HE HAS RETIRED FROM STRONGMAN COMPETITION BUT HAS SHIFTED HIS FOCUS TO BODYBUILDING. MANY PEOPLE DOUBTED THAT TERRY COULD TRANSFORM HIS BODY AND LOOK GOOD ON A BODYBUILDING STAGE BUT HE HAS DONE JUST THAT AND INSPIRED LOTS OF PEOPLE IN THE PROCESS.
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33. EVOLVING THROUGH YOUR CAREER FT. BRYAN CALLEN Dec 07, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN SITS DOWN WITH BRYAN CALLEN WHO IS A STAND UP COMEDIAN, ACTOR, WRITER AND PODCASTER. BRYAN HAS DONE SO MANY THINGS IN HIS LIFE AND HAS A TREMENDOUS AMOUNT OF LIFE EXPERIENCE AND KNOWLEDGE. HE HAS HAD TO EVOLVE THROUGHOUT HIS CAREER TO STAY ON TOP OF AN EVER CHANGING WORLD OF COMEDY AND MEDIA. THIS WAS MORE OF A COLAB PODCAST WHERE BRIAN AND BRYAN JUST HAD A GREAT CONVERSATION ABOUT A NUMBER OF DIFFERENT THINGS.
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32. CALLING IT A CAREER FT. ROBERT OBERST Nov 29, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO ROBERT OBERST WHO IS A EIGHT TIME WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN COMPETITOR AND TWO TIME WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN FINALIST. IN THIS EPISODE ROBERT OFFICIALLY CALLS IT A CAREER AND ANNOUNCES HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE SPORT. HE HAS DONE A LOT OF THINGS INSIDE OF THE SPORT OF STRONGMAN AND ALSO OUTSIDE OF THE SPORT WITH COMMERCIALS, TV SHOWS, ETC.
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31. STRONGEST MAN IN HISTORY CAST FT. EDDIE HALL, ROBERT OBERST AND NICK BEST Nov 22, 2022

ON TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN SITS DOWN WITH THE CAST FROM THE STRONGEST MAN IN HISTORY TV SHOW. THE GUYS TALK ABOUT WHAT IT WAS LIKE FILMING THE SHOW ON A DAY TO DAY BASIS. THEY ALSO SHARE THEIR FAVORITE MOMENTS AND ALSO SOME OF THE HILARIOUS SCENES THAT DIDN'T MAKE THE FINAL CUT OF THE SHOW.
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30. PROVING WHAT IS POSSIBLE FT. EDDIE HALL Nov 15, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO EDDIE HALL WHO IS THE 2017 WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN CHAMPION AND THE FIRST MAN TO DEADLIFT 500 KG/1102 LBS. THEY TALK ABOUT EDDIES CHILDHOOD AND WHAT IT WAS LIKE FOR HIM TO OVERCOME ADHD AND SEVERE DEPRESSION. THEY ALSO TALK ABOUT HOW HE SET BIG GOALS AND PUT IN THE EXTREME WORK AND DEDICATION THAT WAS REQUIRED TO ACHIEVE THOSE GOALS.
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29. CREATE YOUR OWN PATH FT. JUJIMUFU Nov 09, 2022

ON TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO JON CALL WHO IS BETTER KNOWN AS JUJIMUFU. THEY TALK ABOUT JON'S JOURNEY THROUGH LIFE AND HOW HE HAS ALWAYS CREATED HIS OWN PATH. JON IS A VERY UNIQUE INDIVIDUAL WHO HAS DONE SOME INCREDIBLE THINGS PHYSICALLY AS WELL AS USED HIS SUCCESS TO CREATE MULTIPLE BUSINESSES AS AN ENTREPRENEUR.
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28. FINDING YOUR PASSION FT. DEREK SMITH Oct 11, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO DEREK SMITH WHO IS A PROFESSIONAL ARM WRESTLER. DEREK TALKS ABOUT HIS JOURNEY FROM BASKETBALL TO BEING A COMPETITIVE VIDEO GAMER AND HOW THAT EVENTUALLY LED HIM INTO ARM WRESTING. DEREK SHARES HIS STORY AND HIS GOALS FOR HIMSELF AND FOR THE SPORT OF ARM WRESTING MOVING FORWARD. THEY ALSO DISCUSS WHAT IT MIGHT BE LIKE FOR BRIAN TO GET INTO ARM WRESTING.
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27. BE STRONGER THAN YOUR EXCUSES FT. ROB JONES Oct 05, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO ROB JONES WHO IS A MARINE CORPS VETERAN, MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER, AND PARALYMPIC ATHLETE. ROB WAS SEVERELY WOUNDED IN ACTION BY AN IED WHERE HE LOST BOTH LEGS ABOVE THE KNEE. ROB'S RECOVERY JOURNEY IS TRULY INSPIRATIONAL AND AMAZING. HE HAS GONE ON TO DO SO MANY INCREDIBLE THINGS INCLUDING COMPETING IN THE PARALYMPICS, BIKING ACROSS AMERICA AND RUNNING 31 MARATHONS IN 31 DAYS. THESE AMAZING FEATS HAVE RAISED AWARENESS AND MONEY FOR WOUNDED VETERANS AND INSPIRED MILLIONS OF. PEOPLE. THIS EPISODE WILL INSPIRE YOU TO BE STRONGER THAN YOUR EXCUSES AND TO PUSH YOURSELF TO BE GREAT.
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26. PRIORITIZE YOURSELF Sep 27, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT HOW TO PRIORITIZE YOURSELF AND WHY IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO DO SO. WE ALL HAVE BUSY LIVES AND GET PULLED IN SO MANY DIFFERENT DIRECTIONS WITH RELATIONSHIPS, CHILDREN AND RESPONSIBILITIES THAT IT IS EASY TO FORGET TO MAKE YOURSELF A PRIORITY.
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25. WHAT WILL YOUR IMPACT BE? Sep 13, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT A FEW THINGS THAT HAVE BEEN ON HIS MIND SINCE THE PASSING OF HIS TWO UNCLES AND ONE OF HIS AUNTS IN THE PAST FEW MONTHS. ULTIMATELY THE IMPACT YOU LEAVE ON OTHER PEOPLE IS WHAT THEY WILL REMEMBER AND WHAT CAN CREATE A RIPPLE EFFECT LONG AFTER YOU ARE GONE.
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24. THERE IS NO PLAN B FT. JOSH BRIDGES Sep 06, 2022

ON TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO JOSH BRIDGES WHO IS A 6 TIME CROSSFIT GAMES COMPETITOR, NAVY SEAL AND FATHER TO TWO BOYS. JOSH HAS ACCOMPLISHED MANY THINGS IN HIS LIFE AND HAS ALWAYS BEEN COMPETITIVE AND APPROACHED EVERY CHALLENGE HE HAS FACED WITH A NEVER BACK DOWN ATTITUDE.
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23. NEVER LET CHALLENGES HOLD YOU BACK FT. BOBBY THOMPSON Jul 19, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO BOBBY THOMPSON WHO HAS COMPETED IN WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN 3 TIMES AND IS THE CURRENT AMERICAN LOG PRESS RECORD HOLDER. BOBBY TALKS ABOUT SOME OF THE CHALLENGES HE HAD TO OVERCOME IN HIS PATH AND HOW THOSE CHALLENGES SHAPED HIS MINDSET THAT HE HAS NOW.
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22. DISCIPLINE OVER MOTIVATION Jul 13, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT HAVING THE MOTIVATION TO GO AFTER YOUR GOALS AND HOW DISCIPLINE NEEDS TO COME INTO PLAY WHEN YOU ARE LACKING MOTIVATION.
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21. MIXING BUSINESS AND MARRIAGE FT. KERI SHAW Jun 29, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN IS JOINED BY HIS WIFE KERI SHAW. THEY TALK ABOUT THEIR LIFE AND HOW THEY HAVE BEEN ABLE TO KEEP THEIR MARRIAGE STRONG WHILE GROWING BUSINESSES AND RAISING KIDS TOGETHER.
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20. COMING BACK FROM AN EMOTIONAL DOWNFALL Jun 22, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT COMING BACK FROM AN EMOTIONAL DOWNFALL AFTER A BIG LIFE EVENT. BRIAN USES THE WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN CONTEST AS AN EXAMPLE AND WHAT HE HAD TO WORK THROUGH BEFORE, DURING AND AFTER THE CONTEST TO STAY ON TRACK AND TO KEEP MOVING FORWARD.
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19. HOW TO HAVE TRAINING LONGEVITY FT. NICK BEST AND JOE KENN May 17, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO NICK BEST AND JOE KENN ABOUT TRAINING LONGEVITY AND HOW TO HAVE A LONG SUCCESSFUL LIFTING CAREER. BRIAN, NICK AND JOE SHARE EXPERIENCES AND TALK TO ONE ANOTHER ABOUT HOW THEY HAVE ALL BEEN ABLE TO TRAIN AND BE SUCCESSFUL OVER A LONG PERIOD OF TIME IN COMPETITION AND IN THE WEIGHT ROOM.
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18. TAKING IT TO THE NEXT LEVEL FT. JOE KENN May 10, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN SPEAKS TO JOE KENN WHO WON THE NFL STRENGTH COACH OF THE YEAR IN 2015. JOE IS WITHOUT QUESTION ONE OF THE TOP STRENGTH COACHES EVER. THEY SPEAK ABOUT JOE'S CHILDHOOD AND UPBRINGING AND HOW HE WAS ABLE TO GET TO THE NEXT LEVEL IN FOOTBALL AS BOTH A PLAYER AND EVENTUALLY AS A STRENGTH COACH. JOE IS WORKING WITH BRIAN LEADING UP TO THE 2022 WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN AS HIS STRENGTH COACH AND THEY SPEAK ABOUT THAT JOURNEY AND HOW IT HAS BEEN COACHING BRIAN IN HIS LEAD UP TO WSM.
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17. CHASING YOUR GOALS AND DREAMS FT. SAM BELLIVEAU May 04, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO SAM BELLIVEAU WHO IS THE CURRENT TITLE HOLDER OF "THE STRONGEST WOMAN IN CANADA" ABOUT HER JOURNEY TO WHERE SHE IS TODAY. SAM SHARES HER MINDSET ABOUT CHASING HER GOALS AND DREAMS WHICH HAS HELPED HER TO ACCOMPLISH EVERYTHING THAT SHE HAS IN HER LIFE.
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16. DO THE HARD THINGS DAILY Apr 27, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN GIVES A RESPONSE TO ALL OF THE QUESTIONS THAT HAVE BEEN SENT IN ABOUT MOTIVATION AND GOING AFTER YOUR GOALS. BRIAN TALKS ABOUT WHAT HIS APPROACH HAS BEEN WHEN GOING AFTER HIS PERSONAL GOALS. HE EXPLAINS HOW HE HAS ALWAYS CHOSE TO DO THE HARD THINGS ON A DAILY BASIS TO CONSTANTLY GROW, MOVE FORWARD IN LIFE AND GET CLOSER TO ACCOMPLISHING HIS GOALS.
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15. THE DRIVE TO GET BETTER FT. MAXIME BOUDREAULT Apr 19, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO MAXIME BOUDREAULT WHO FINISHED IN THIRD PLACE AT THE 2021 WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN COMPETITION. MAXIME TALKS ABOUT GROWING UP IN A SMALL TOWN IN CANADA AND WHAT IT WAS LIKE TO GAIN THE CONFIDENCE TO STEP INTO THE GYM FOR THE FIRST TIME. HIS JOURNEY HAS TAKEN HIM FROM A SKINNY SHY KID TO BEING ONE OF THE STRONGEST MEN IN THE WORLD BY HAVING THE DRIVE TO GET BETTER.
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14. OVERCOMING CHALLENGES IN YOUR PATH FT. KEVIN FAIRES Apr 13, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO KEVIN FAIRES WHO IS A WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN FINALIST. KEVIN TALKS ABOUT CHALLENGES HE HAS OVERCOME INCLUDING GETTING RAN OVER BY A JEEP WHEN HE WAS YOUNGER. KEVIN HAS INSPIRED A LOT OF UP AND COMING ATHLETES BY MAKING IT INTO THE BIGGEST STRONGMAN COMPETITIONS AND HOLDING HIS OWN AGAINST MEN THAT ARE PHYSICALLY MUCH BIGGER AND HEAVIER THAN HE IS.
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13. STARTING SHAW STRENGTH AND BUSINESS GROWTH Apr 05, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT STARTING SHAW STRENGTH IN 2006. HE DISCUSSES HOW HE APPROACHES BUSINESS AND WHAT HIS MINDSET IS LIKE WHEN MAKING BUSINESS DECISIONS. HE TALKS ABOUT STARTING EVOLUTION ATHLETICS AND UNDEFINED NUTRITION AND WHAT HIS THOUGHT PROCESS HAS BEEN WITH THOSE COMPANIES.
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12. HARD WORK WILL OPEN DOORS FT. JERRY PRITCHETT Mar 29, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TAKS TO JERRY PRITCHETT WHO IS A MULTIPLE TIME WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN FINALIST. THEY TALK ABOUT JERRY'S CHILDHOOD AND HOW HE LEARNED TO WORK HARD FROM GROWING UP IN HIS FATHERS FAB SHOP. JERRY HAS BEEN ABLE TO BALANCE WORKING FULL TIME, BEING A DAD AND ALSO BEING A TOP LEVEL PRO STRONGMAN.
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11. CONTROL WHAT'S IN YOUR CIRCLE Mar 22, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALK'S ABOUT A STRATEGY USING A CIRCLE HE HAS USED TO SORT THROUGH WHAT HE IS IN CONTROL OF ON A DALIY BASIS AND WHAT IS OUTSIDE OF HIS CONTROL. AT TIMES WE SPEND TOO MUCH TIME BEING CONCERNED WITH WHAT IS OUTSIDE OF OUR CONTROL AND IN ORDER TO EXECUTE ON A DAILY BASIS YOU NEED TO FOCUS ON WHAT YOU CAN CONTROL.
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10. THE DISCIPLINE TO MAKE IT HAPPEN FT. CHAD COY Mar 09, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO CHAD COY WHO HAS BEEN INVOLVED IN THE SPORT OF STRONGMAN IN THE USA SINCE THE MID 1990’S. THEY TALK ABOUT CHAD’S JOURNEY, WHAT HAS DRIVEN HIM TO PUSH TO BE THE BEST AND HOW THE SPORT HAS CHANGED SINCE THE EARLY DAYS.

9. THE HARD LINE BETWEEN WINNING AND LOSING Mar 08, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT BEING COMPETITIVE AND WHY IT IS SO IMPORTANT TO KEEP SCORE TO KNOW IF YOU WON OR LOST. IN A SOCIETY THAT HANDS OUT PARTICIPATION TROPHIES TO EVERYONE CHOOSE TO PLAY TO WIN AND SEPARATE YOURSELF BY KEEPING SCORE AND GOING AFTER WINS.

8. EMBRACE THE JOURNEY OF YOUR LIFE FT. GABE PENA Mar 02, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO GABE PENA WHO IS A RISING STAR IN THE WORLD OF STRONGMAN. THEY TALK ABOUT GABE'S JOURNEY THROUGH LIFE AND EVERYTHING HE WENT THROUGH FROM GROWING UP TO COMPETING AT WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN AND WHAT HIS FUTURE GOALS ARE.

7. COMING BACK FROM ROCK BOTTOM Feb 23, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT COMING BACK FROM ONE OF THE HARDEST POINTS IN HIS LIFE. HE GOES OVER HOW HE OVERCAME A TERRIBLE NERVE INJURY, SLEEP ISSUES, RELATIONSHIP ISSUES AND DEALING WITH BEING AT A VERY LOW POINT IN HIS LIFE AND HOW HE WAS ABLE TO COME BACK TO WIN WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN.

6. THE PATH TO GREATNESS FT. ED COAN Feb 16, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO ED COAN ABOUT HIS PATH TO BECOMING THE GREATEST POWERLIFTER OF ALL TIME. THEY TALK ABOUT EVERYTHING FROM ED'S CHILDHOOD, TRAINING, MINDSET AND HOW HE WAS ABLE TO SET THE BAR FOR HIMSELF AND KEEP RAISING IT THROUGHOUT HIS CAREER.

5. OVERCOMING MY TORN BICEP Feb 08, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT OVERCOMING THE ADVERSITY OF HIS TORN BICEP AT THE 2012 ARNOLD CLASSIC STRONGMAN COMPETITION. HE TALKS ABOUT WHAT HE WENT THROUGH MENTALLY AND PHYSICALLY AND WHAT HE LEARNED BY MEETING ALL OF THE CHALLENGES HEAD ON.

4. AGE IS NO LIMITATION FT. NICK BEST Feb 02, 2022

IN THIS EPISODE BRIAN TALKS TO NICK BEST WHO IS A 10X WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN COMPETITOR, FORMER MASTERS WORLD'S STRONGEST MAN AND WORLD POWERLIFTING CHAMPION. THEY TALK ABOUT HIS CHILDHOOD AND HOW DIFFERENT EXPERIENCES IN HIS LIFE LED TO ALL OF HIS ACCOMPLISHMENTS. NICK IS AN EXAMPLE OF CHASING YOUR GOALS AND OVERCOMING OBSTACLES NO MATTER WHAT.

3. WHO IS IN YOUR FOXHOLE? Jan 26, 2022

IN TODAY'S SHORT EPISODE BRIAN SHARES A VERY POWERFUL MESSAGE ABOUT CHOOSING INDIVIDUALS TO INCLUDE IN YOUR "FOXHOLE" WITH YOU. WHO IS IN YOUR "FOXHOLE"? HAVE YOU SURROUNDED YOURSELF WITH THE RIGHT PEOPLE?

2. THE CULTURE OF SHAW STRENGTH FT. ANDY SHADDEAU Jan 18, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN AND ANDY GO BACK TO THE BEGINNING OF TRAINING TOGETHER. THEY TALK THROUGH ALL THE CHANGES THAT HAPPENED WITH SHAW STRENGTH OVER THE YEARS AND HOW THE CULTURE OF WINNING WAS FORMED AND NURTURED THROUGH MANY UPS AND DOWNS.

1. WHERE DID BE GREAT COME FROM? Jan 11, 2022

IN TODAY'S EPISODE BRIAN TALKS ABOUT HOW HE CAME UP WITH "BE GREAT" AND HOW THOSE TWO WORDS HAVE SHAPED HIS CAREER AND LIFE.

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