2WL Episode 212- Arnold Classic/PA Nats Recap

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I had on the show USAPL 74&83kg lifter, Tim Thebodeau (@timthebodeau) to discuss how he got his start in powerlifting and how that led to his YouTube and Twitch channels (3:05-14:23). Tim shared his one piece of advice he'd give young lifters (14:30-26:03). We also discussed the current state of powerlifting (26:05-49:15) along with who he admires in the sport of powerlifting (49:17-63:49). Tim also discussed what he'd like his legacy to be in the sport and he also shares some interesting new developments in his powerlifting career (63:52-70:54). We also play "word association" (71:01-86:52).

10 Aug 20201h 30min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, Russel Orhii and Sean Noriega make their cases for USAPL to be broadcasted on ESPN. Russ and Sean also share their opinion of what they've seen being broadcasted on ESPN from strength sports, why they believe USAPL meets should be aired on ESPN, what has stopped meets from being aired, what they would like to see if it becomes broadcasted, and who they believe will be the most liked/disliked from viewers.

13 Juli 20201h 37min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed one of the best coaches in the USAPL Marcellus Williams (@theswolefessor). Marcellus discussed with me how he got his start in fitness and how his love for fitness helped him to become a coach. Marcellus shares what he believes are the 3 most important qualities and effective coach/athlete should have. We also discuss potential whether or not he receives criticism for his coaching decisions, his best moment as a coach and athlete, and what are some things he'd change about powerlifting. We finish off the discussion by playing "word association".

8 Juni 20201h 46min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, Marcellus Williams discussed the murder of George Floyd and the subsequent protests that have taken place in the past week. Marcellus also provides excellent insight on the racial turmoil, the black lives matter movement, police reform, and how the powerlifting community has reacted to the aftermath of the murder of George Floyd.

6 Juni 20202h 1min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed one of the best 83kg lifters in the USAPL Delaney Wallace (@dela

31 Maj 20201h 30min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I had Ashton Rouska (@wreck_it_rouska) on the show and we discussed if he believes he is the best lifter in the IPF, his feelings towards the IPF taking away world records that he set at the Arnold, his mindset going into training and how that mindset differs from when he competes, and what is one thing he'd change about powerlifting. We also play "word association" to finish off the interview.

25 Maj 20201h 28min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed multiple time teen National Champion, 66 kg lifter Evan Glasgold (@evanglasgoldpowerlifting. Evan and I discussed whats its like being the "cool" Vegan Evan, how his vegan diet affects his training, why he decided to become vegan, and what made him want to get into competitive powerlifting. We also discussed his performance at Raw Nationals, his relationship with his coach Matt Cronin, if he's still doing IPF Worlds, and some of his future plans as a competitor. Evan also shares what he'd like to change about powerlifting along with his favorite aspect of powerlifting, and we play "word association".

20 Maj 20201h 56min

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed the founder and creator of Notorious Lift Slippers (@notorious_lift)Joe Chau (@thenotoriousemperor). Joe and I discussed his motivations for creating his deadlift slipper, if he thought his company would expand the way that it has in the past year, his future plans with his brand, and other bushiness ventures he'd like to create. Joe also discussed if he'd rather trade his company in for an all time deadlift, we discussed our personal Mount Rushmore's of deadlifters, he interviews me on my deadlift technique, and I pitch him subpar business ideas.

5 Maj 20201h 13min