In this special episode of The Corner of the CRCL, we’re joined by Yaya, all the way from Cairo, Egypt. Yaya opens up about what it means to live with discipline, faith, and purpos....as both a powerlifter and a devout Muslim man. We talk about how his faith has grounded him, especially while navigating a tough knee injury, and how he stays focused, motivated, and locked in on the bigger picture. Yaya also shares what it’s like to be a dual citizen, the opportunities and challenges of lifting fo...
Jul 03, 2025•2 hr 4 min
What’s up everyone! We’re back with a brand new episode of Corner of the CRCL. This time, we’re joined by none other than the 2025 Powerlifting America 105kg National Champion, Anthony McNaughton. We talk all about the grind leading up to his unforgettable performance in Atlanta, the setbacks he’s faced over the years, and the story of how we first crossed paths. We also dive into his mental game, what fuels his approach to lifting, and, yes, we finally explain how he earned the nickname Shrek.....
Jun 10, 2025•1 hr 33 min
🎙️ New Episode of Corner of the CRCL We’re back with a fresh episode, and this one’s a must-listen. Joining us is Michael Davis, reigning 105kg champion and one of the most respected names in the world of powerlifting. In this episode, Michael dives into his journey through the sport—from dominating both the equipped and raw categories to the mental and physical grind of competitive lifting. He opens up about the highs of victory, the lows of injury, and the tough road of cutting weight while s...
May 28, 2025•1 hr 23 min
Welcome back to another episode of the Corner of the CRCL podcast! This week, we’re joined by Devin Williams as he prepares for his very first trip to IPF Worlds. We dive into the excitement, the buildup, and the intense training leading up to the big stage. Devin also opens up about his deep faith, his love for Christ, and the grounding force it brings to his life. We explore his missionary work alongside his wife, the joys of fatherhood, and his hopeful outlook on the future. All that—and more...
May 20, 2025•1 hr 9 min
In this episode, Gavin Aden joins the show to discuss his journey leading up to nationals, including his training, preparation, and performance. He reflects on doing well but falling just short of his goals, and shares his mindset, motivation, and future plans. The conversation also covers discipline, what’s next for Gavin, his personal Mount Rushmore, and a fun preview of his Eminem impression.
Apr 30, 2025•2 hr 3 min
Lets take a trip down memory lane with one of the dopest lifters in the game. Dwardly aka Debo takes us on a ride from his days in Haiti to moving to the US and graduating from the bodybuilding realm to the world of powerlifting. So much fun listen to a person with so much drive, discipline, and commitment to excellence. Weeks away from the Carolina meet we get to hear his plans and intentions of high level execution. Excited for you all to hear/watch this one! Enjoy.
Jul 29, 2024•1 hr 7 min
A special episode! We have an opportunity to hear Chris Anderson's story of his mental health journey. Having the opportunity to hear moments stemming from early life misdiagnosis to suicidal thoughts to making decisions on medications...all of which are a part of his history and daily handling of his mental health. And we get to have a chance to understand the keys and points of support he uses to help himself stay ahead and on top of any mental struggle that comes his way. With June being Mens...
Jun 28, 2024•1 hr 23 min
How does one take their dreams and make them into reality? Victor sits down with me and gives me the low down on how his "go get it" attitude has helped him excel within many different avenues of life. We take a trip down memory lane and track what got him from HS fb to College FB and ultimately to becoming a top powerlifter and professional wrestler. Definately a fun one!
Jun 05, 2024•1 hr 11 min
From the heart of Haiti to the hill country of Texas! We had a chance to sit down an talk with one of the fastest rising heavyweights in the game. A soft spoken man with an otherworldly drive to be the best, Jonathan takes us on a trip down memory lane and gives us an insight on what got him Texas. We also. talk about his motivation and how his training and drive all changed to push him to be one of the best lifters in the game.
May 28, 2024•59 min
Imagine being able to travel the world doing what you love. Dancing!!! Imagine being from a South Texas town and ending up dancing and performing for millions. Having to ask yourself.. New York?.. Do I do Broadway? LA?... Do I tour and do the silver screen? .. so many choices!!! Well, we have a chance to hear Edson Juarez's story. What started off in S. Texas as a late blooming passion has taken him to the likes of So You Think You Can Dance , Magic Mike, Choreographing some of the most beautifu...
Feb 28, 2024•1 hr 37 min
SSJBOB! One of the strongest dudes walking the powerlifting planet as we speak. Crazy thing is.. he's just getting started. We dive into his lifting habits and also take a trip into the mindset of one of the coldest lifters competing. Applauded for his accomplishments on the platform, many have no clue how mentally prepared and locked in this man is. You'll definitely appreciate what he brings to the table...along with his singing voice hahaha ..Enjoy!
Feb 07, 2024•1 hr 32 min
We are back! After a little break we are bouncing back with the one and only Gabby Martinez. We sat down and talked about her recipe for success and her ability to prioritize her goals in life to create the best combo for success. We talk about her move to Powerlifting America and her future goals of hitting the world stage, all while being a high level coach and athlete. Not to mention a grad student in the middle of the toughest part of her schooling. Super woman!!! Enjoy the pod!
Jan 19, 2024•1 hr 21 min
One of the coolest and most unique stories in strength sports. We get a chance to sit down and chat with Kseniya and get to know the mystery woman. We find out her likes and dislikes and what drives her as a lifter, competitor, and coach. We also have a chance to hear her story and journey from Ukraine to Texas , just how much love and sacrifice her mother for her family. Such an awesome story!
Sep 01, 2022•1 hr 30 min
My man 50 grand Daniel H stops by the corner to talk in ins and outs of being a successful business owner. The heartbeat of the amazing gym Lift ATX talks about his love for the east side of Austin and all it took to get to where he is with the team he's built. "Its bigger than me" Season 5 ... Ep 1 .. lets go!!!!
Aug 24, 2022•1 hr 15 min
Fresh off of 2 amazing performances at the Showdown meet, Any and John talk about the lead up, aftermath and whats next on the menu. 2 of my faves! How can you not love these guys!
Oct 15, 2021•1 hr 6 min
YES! WE ARE BACK FROM THE BREAK AND STARTING WITH A FEW PRET NATS PODCASTS... I REALLY WANTED TO GE THE SIDE OF THE ATHLETER BEFORE GOING TO NATS AND SEEING AS HOW THEY ALL DID SO WELL... ITS COOL SEEING WHAT THIER MINSET WAS BEFORE. JASMINE IS THE FIRST OF THE INTERVIEWS... WE TAKE A LOOK INTO HER BEGINNINGS, LIFTING MINDSET, HOW SHE HAS SUCH A PASSION TO HELP OTHERS, AND OF COURSE HER THOUGHTS ON LIFTING IN THE UPCOMING USAPL NATIONALS... HER 1ST! ENJOY!
Jul 15, 2021•1 hr 40 min
THE MINDSET AND MAKEUP OF AN OLYMPIAN IS DIFFERENT. THEY AE SIMPLY, BUILT DIFFERNT! I HAD THE HONOR OF SITTING DOWN WITH ONE OF MY FRIENDS, CHRIS BENARD...WHO JUST HAPPENS TO BE NE OF THE BEST TRIPLE JUMPERS IN THE USA. AND YES.. HE IS AN OLYMPIAN. CRAZYYY! SIT BACK AND LISTEN TO HIS STORY AND MINDSET. WHAT MAKES HIM OE OF THE BEST IN THE GAME?.....HE'S A HARD WORKER WITH A CHAMPION'S MIDSET
May 06, 2021•1 hr 50 min
IMAGINE HAVING A FRIEND WHO YOU'VE LOOKED UP TO FOR YEARS. AND NOW... IMAGINE HAVING HER ON YOUR PODCATS AND BEING FULLY BLOWN AWAY! ... YEP THAT WAS ME! I CANT WAIT FOR YOU GUYS TO HEAR MY FRIEND DENISE'S STORY. FROM WORKING HER WAY UP THE RANKS ON A TV STATION FROM THE BACK ROOM TO BEING FEATURED IN FRONT OF THE CAMERA AND HAVING HER OWN SHOW...TO RELIAZING HER WORTH AND STEPPING AWAY. SO MANY LESSONS CAN BE TAKEN FROM HER WISE WORDS AND WAY OF LIFE. ONE OF MY ALL-TIME FAVORITES ...WE TOUCH ON...
Mar 22, 2021•1 hr 9 min
CAN I JUST MOVE TI IRELAND ALREADY? HAHAH! EVEEYONE I KNOW FROM IRELAND ARE AMZING AND GREAT PEOPLE! AND KYM IS THE BEST! THIS 47KG IRISH NATIONAL TEAM MEMBER IS KILLING THE GAME! SHE SITS DOWN WITH ME TO TELL ME THE SECRETS OF HANDLING LIFTING DURING A LOCKDOWN AND SHARES HOW SHE GOT INTO POWERLIFTING. WE TALK ABOUT HER FAVORITE BOOKS AND OF COURSE WHATS UP NEXT FOR HER! AND OF COURSE ... HER SONG!!! HAHAHA PLATES UP! ENJOY!
Mar 06, 2021•1 hr 17 min
FROM KILLING IT IN THE POOLS TO KILLING IT ON THE PLATFORM! I HAD A CHANCE TO CHOP IT UP WITH THEEE DEADLIFTING QUEEN! SUCH AN AWESOME AND INSPIRING STORY! JORDANNE IS FILLED WITH JAMAICAN PRIDE AND MIDWEST FLARE. SIT BACK AND ENJOY LISTENING TO AN IMPRESSIVE YOUNG WOMAN! AND LETS SEE HOW FERGALICIOUS HER SONG IS!
Feb 17, 2021•57 min
MY USA AND BPN TEAMMATE ...AMANDA LAWRENCE . COULD SHE BE ONE OF HE BEST TO EVER DO IT? TIME WILL TELL... UNTIL THEN WE WAIT... I HAD A CHANCE TO CHOP IT UP WITH AMANDA ...SO MUCH FUN! WE TALKED ABOUT HER PATH TO HER PRESENT CHOKEHOLD ON POWERLIFTING AND WHAT ELSE SHE DOES ASIDE FROM MOVING WEIGHT! YOU GET TO SEE THE FUNNY SIDE OF HER AND SEE HOW SHE MADE US CHANGE UP THE RUSHMORE QUESTION LOL! AND YOU MAY OR MAY NOT SEE HER KILL IT WITH A RAP OR 2! PLATES UP!!!! ENJOY
Feb 10, 2021•2 hr 2 min
1 WEEK LATER HAHAHA - I WILL START BY SAYING THIS. 6 PACK IS THE GOAT OF LIFTING PODCASTING! ITS ALWAYS AN HONOR TO GET HIM ON AND CHOP IT UP. THIS ONE IS A SPECIAL POD BC ITS EXACTLY 1 WEEK LATER AFTER WE MADE OUR UFC 257 PREDICTIONS (Dustin Poirier vs Conor McGregor) SO YOU GET TO SEE WHAT WE THOUGHT. WE TALK ABOUT ADAPTING TO WHATS GIVEN IN LIFE AND WHAT OUR NEXT MOVES ARE ... AND WHO THE CURRENT LIFTING GOATS OF THE IPF ARE. ANND MAN OHHHH MAN... HE DROPS A DOPE FREESTYLE AT THE END (ITS AVA...
Jan 30, 2021•3 hr 1 min
THE BOSS! 6 PACK SPITS HIS RENDITION OF THE FIRE BELLY FREESTYLE AS SEEN BELOW ENJOY! https://youtu.be/ynyNa0zeR78
Jan 30, 2021•3 min
WHAT DO YOU DO WHEN YOU MAKE FRIENDS WITH A WORLD CLASS HAMMER THROWER WHO JUST SO HAPPENS TO BE A GREAT OLY LIFTER WITH AN ABILTY TO BEAT YOU DOWN BJJ STYLE?... WELL, NATURALLY ....YOU INVITE HIM ON ...AND TALK ABOUT HIS PRO COMEDY CAREER HAHAHAH! NATHAN LOE IS A JACK OF ALL TRADES AND SUCH A GREAT GUY WITH A VERY EXTENSIVE AND DECORATED CAREER AS AN ATHLETE. THE BEST PART ABOUT HIM IS HIS WIT AND AMAZING SENSE OF HUMOR... THATS WHY HE'S A KILLER STANDUP COMEDIAN.... YOU'RE GONNA LOVE THIS ONE!...
Jan 22, 2021•1 hr 43 min
SO SPECIAL IS THIS EPISODE BECAUSE IT PERTAINS TO SHOES. HELEN AND ALBERT (BESPOKE DESIGNS) ARE AMAZING. THEY ARE ARTISTS AND VISIONARIES THAT TAKE CONCEPTS AND TURN THEM I TO UNREAL SHOE CUSTOM DESIGNS. FROM SNEAKERS TO LIFTERS TO HEELS... THEY CAN DO IT ALL. I SENT THEM A PAIR OF MY OWN LIFTERS AND THEY MADE THEM INTO A MASTERPIECE. I CAN'T WAIT FOR YOU TO HEAR ABOUT WHO THEY ARE AND THEIR STORY! ENJOY!
Jan 11, 2021•2 hr 41 min
AFTER A BREAK WE ARE BACK WITH A BANG!!! THE BIG DOG! BRETT GIBBS DROPPED BY TO CHOP IT UP. MIND YOU.. THIS WS RIGHT AFTER THE SHEFFIELD WAS CANCELLED AND WE STARTED WORLDWIDE COVID-19 LOCKDOWN. ITS AWESOME TO SEE WHERE WE WERE MENTALLY AT THAT TIME JUST A FEW MONTHS AGO. I WAS LUCKY TO GET THIS INTERVIEW IN ...RIGHT AFTER THIS... MY COULD DRIVE SHUT DOWN AND I LOST ALL OF MY PODCASTS... NOW .. WE GOT THEM ALL BACK ARE BACK FOR SEASON 4! WHAT BETTER WAY TO DO IT THAN WITH BG! OR AS I LIKE TO CAL...
Oct 26, 2020•1 hr 18 min
I HAD A CHANCE TO TALK WITH TWO FRIENDS WHO HAPPEN TO BE DOCTORS DEALING WITH THE CURRENT CORONAVIRUS SITUATION. IT WAS CRAZY HEARING THE STORIES AND FACTS. WHILE THE AUDIO CUT OUT A FEW TIMES ..YOU ARE STILL ABLE TO GET SOME AMAZING INFO FROM DR. THOMPSON AND DR. HUNT! THANK YOU GENTLEMEN!
Jun 22, 2020•1 hr 34 min
Talking with black women about their views on the current state of the world we live in -- Watch live at https://www.twitch.tv/lsmcclain
Jun 11, 2020•2 hr 23 min
ONE OF MY CLOSEST FRIENDS DECIDES TO PAY ME A VISIT AND GIVE US A LOOK INTO THE LIFE OF A BOSS LADY. SHE CAN DO IT ALL...AND SHE SHOWS US HOW! GOOOOOD TIME RIGHT HERE YALL!
Jun 03, 2020•1 hr 34 min
ITS NOT EVERYDAY THAT YOU GET A CHANCE TO HAVE A CHAT WITH A CHAMP. EVEN MORE RARE IS THE CHANCE TO CHAT WITH A CHAMP LINK DANI! BEEN A FAN OF THIS YOUNG'N FOR YEARS. SHE'S BEEN ONE OF THE MOST DOMINANT FIGURES ON THE PLATFORM SINCE SHE HOPPED ON THE SCENE. WE TALK LIFTING ...LIFE..HER JOURNEY...AND OF COURSE..OUR FRENCHIES! LOL
May 15, 2020•1 hr 55 min
