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The James Smith Podcast

Everyday waffle from the fitness industry's no nonsense personal trainer.

Episodes

#71 Fair Points Podcast - Frankie Cocozza

Today we catch up with Sydney sider Frankie Cocozza many of you will know from Celebrity Big Brother & The X-Factor (@frankiecocozza), please like share & subscribe this episode and check out more episodes of the Fair Points by searching "Fair Points Podcast" on all platform. James

Apr 10, 20222 hr 7 minSeason 2Ep. 71

#64 Surviving Menopause with Dr Louise Newson

Today I welcome Sunday Times No1 Best Selling author of 'Preparing for the Peri-menopause and Menopause' Dr Louise Newson. Check out her app www.balance-app.com This is a really important episode, I hope you enjoy it.

Nov 26, 202158 minSeason 2Ep. 64

#63 Mark Bell

Mark Bell (with Nsima Inyang) operate the very popular podcast, Mark Bell’s Power Project. They talk on a variety of topics including training, nutrition, current events and general humor. Available on iTunes, Spotify and Youtube. https://markbellslingshot.com

Nov 09, 20211 hr 22 minSeason 2Ep. 63

#62 Zack Telander

Zack is a Olympic weight lifting coach and full-time YouTuber at the same time as being the toughest white belt I have ever rolled with - you'll enjoy this episode. To see this episode of us in our fancy dress, head to YouTube.

Nov 02, 20212 hr 49 minSeason 2Ep. 62

#61 Jordan Syatt

I'm in Texas, I'm with Jordan Syatt face to face, we've been shooting guns, drinking beers and causing a mischief on the internet. We talk being Jewish, online trolls and much much more. Also available on YouTube, Jordan's socials @syattfitness

Oct 24, 20211 hr 24 minSeason 2Ep. 61

#60 Chris Williamson

Today joined by Chris Williamson and Diren Kartal co-hosts with me. You can find Chris on Instagram under @chriswillx and he has a tremendous podcast called 'Modern Wisdom'.

Sep 30, 20211 hr 27 minSeason 2Ep. 60

#59 Roger Gracie

Today Diren and I are honoured to welcome Roger Gracie, 10x world champion in Brazilian Jiu Jitsu. @rogergracie

Sep 16, 202159 minSeason 2Ep. 59

#57 Example

Today Diren and I welcome Example onto the podcast. Elliot is back from Australia doing a UK and has a BRAND NEW TRACK which is dropping tomorrow. Socials: @Example

Sep 02, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 57

#56 Rickson Gracie

Today I welcome on Rickson Gracie, one of BJJ's and Martial Arts' most influential legends of all time. I ask Rickson questions with regards to his latest NY Best Selling book 'Breathe'. Breathe is an autobiography of Rickson Gracie, a former jiu-jitsu champion and one of the best martial arts practitioners in the world today. Breathe details his upbringing in Brazil, his training, and his ethos in jiu-jitsu and life. @ricksongraciejj

Aug 30, 20211 hrSeason 2Ep. 56

#55 Kae Kurd

Today I'm joined by stand up comedian Kae Kurd. This is an excellent conversation you won't want to miss. You can find Kae on socials @kaekurd

Aug 28, 20212 hr 41 minSeason 2Ep. 55

#54 Ben Carpenter

Ben Carpenter is back and we end up in one of the deepest and most thoughtful conversations surrounding mental health I could ever imagine possible. Find ben at @BDCcarpenter and he is also a speaker at www.internationalfitnesssummit.com which is happening in Battersea on the 28th August 2021

Aug 23, 20212 hr 56 minSeason 2Ep. 54

#53 Ffion Davies

Ffion Davies is a Welsh grappler and a Brazilian jiu-jitsu (BJJ) black belt who is widely regarded as one of the top featherweight competitors of her generation. Today she joins me on the podcast and we talk all things from jiu jitsu to business tricks many athletes are missing out on. Enjoy @fffioneira

Aug 20, 20211 hr 24 minSeason 2Ep. 53

#52 Braulio Estima

Today I welcome Braulio Estima who is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu black belt World Champion and an ADCC open weight & super fight champion. Diren and I went to Birmingham to drop in and see Braulio for this excellent podcast and then some not so competitive rolls, enjoy the episode. insta: @braulioestima

Aug 15, 20211 hr 4 minSeason 2Ep. 52

#51 Laviai Nielsen

Tokyo Olympian 400m Athlete Laviai Nielsen joins me today to discuss her experience competing for the first time at an Olympics this year at the Tokyo olympics. This really is a must listen, this honestly is one of my favourite episodes to date, enjoy. Find Laviai (and social media) on instagram @laviai

Aug 11, 20211 hr 20 minSeason 2Ep. 51

#50 Mikhaila Peterson

After being a guest on Mikhaila's podcast earlier this year I thought it would be a great idea to turn the conversation around to get Mikhaila to share her incredible story. We talk about a wide variety fo things from her crazy early years all the way to drugs, nootropics and diet. Find her on Instagram @mikhailapeterson, check out her podcast, YouTube from just searching her name.

Aug 09, 202154 minSeason 2Ep. 50

#49 Diren Kartal 3.0

Today Diren joins me to not only catch up the last 6 months but to put to bed some very controversial subjects from this week.

Aug 04, 20211 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 49

#48 George Kruis

Today I'm joined by British and Irish Lion & England Rugby and Former Saracens player George Kruis. We talk about rugby, sleep, performance, recovery and how CBD is a growing part in athlete's recovery. This episode is on YouTube, Spotify and iTunes. Check out FourFive CBD at www.FourFive.com

Aug 02, 20211 hr 14 minSeason 2Ep. 48

#47 Paul Olima

Today joined by self proclaimed "black zeus" Paul Olima. Former professional footballer, professional rugby player and professional model. Paul is one of my best friends and I'm sure you'll join in laughing with us in what is one of my favourite podcasts to date.

Jul 23, 20211 hr 26 minSeason 2Ep. 47

#46 Jordan Sullivan - The Fight Dietitian

Today joined by the very knowledgeable Jordan Sullivan - we talk all things weight manipulation, strategies for better performance in training and lots more, this is a corker - also available on YouTube - 'James Smith Media'

May 18, 20211 hr 19 minSeason 2Ep. 46

#45 Ant Middleton

Today I'm joined by Ant Middleton, Multiple times best selling author and also Sunday Times #1 Best Selling Author with well over a million copies of his books sold worldwide. You can find Ant at @antmiddleton and this episode is available on YouTube too if you search 'James Smith Media'

May 09, 20212 hr 47 minSeason 2Ep. 44

#43 Paul Mort - 'Will Save Your Life'

Paul Mort, friend, mentor and all round good bloke joins me again on the podcast. We discuss mental health, current issues lots of people are facing and his new audiobook 'Paul Mort - I can save your life'. Lots of nuggets in this one, don't miss out. @paulmort1

Mar 09, 20211 hr 12 minSeason 2Ep. 43