Best Adrian Conway Podcasts (2025)

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Why CrossFitter's are broken.... 20:17

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23d ago20:17

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Today Coach Conway explores the value of tempo based strength training. In CrossFit, heavy days are a staple of great programming, however do we really explore variance for strength the development the way we should? Tempo training may be the reason you can still break many new PR's in your training through your years. Slow down to speed the streng…

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Talking Bats with Director Kevin Altieri 1:08:44

4h ago1:08:44

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Send us a text Step inside Gotham’s shadows with legendary animation director Kevin Altieri, the creative force behind some of Batman: The Animated Series’ most unforgettable episodes. In this deep-dive conversation, Kevin reveals the directing choices, visual techniques, and collaborative magic that helped redefine what television animation could …

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🎸 Stan Bush: Has The Touch and the strings to motivate 54:16

22d ago54:16

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Send us a text This week, we sit down with Stan Bush, the Grammy-winning rocker whose anthems fueled everything from Transformers: The Movie to Bloodsport, Kickboxer, and beyond. With classics like The Touch, Dare, Fight to Survive, and Never Surrender, Bush’s music became the battle cry of underdogs and heroes across decades of pop culture. In thi…

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Too much muscle in Crossfit? 26:02

1M ago26:02

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Today Coach is back in the Q and A bag answering a question about muscle mass and effects on performance. The over arching question is "Is it possible to have too much muscle in CrossFit?". In short the answer is, yes! Coach explains why and also considerations to make on how to change it when it's a problem.…

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How to maximize recovery from training! 29:21

1M ago29:21

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Today Coach jumps back into the Q and A pool. The first topic is how to maximize recovery. There is a lot to unpack so get your pen pads ready and of course be ready for a rant on the basic things that you are likely not even doing well. If we can sum this up it is simply, do better.

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From Fan to Legend: The Story of Gerry Conway 57:38

29d ago57:38

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Send us a text Before he was shaping the Marvel Universe, Gerry Conway was a teenager from Brooklyn with a letter printed in Fantastic Four #50. Just three years later, he was a published writer at DC Comics. By 19, he was scripting The Amazing Spider-Man—and soon after, he would pen one of the most pivotal moments in comic history: the death of Gw…

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2025 CrossFit Games: The real ones never left. 16:51

1M ago16:51

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Today we catch up on a long summer. No, we don't go over all the details but coach catches you up on why he hopes you were also lost in the summer with your family, friends and activities. We are back with a catch about the 2025 CF Games and all the things that went well about them and why it meant so much to the community and movement. This will b…

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“Adrian Hough: Acting, Advocacy & the Heart of a Voice” 52:19

1M ago52:19

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Send us a text Welcome to Back to Pop! I’m your host, Marc Childs — and today’s guest is an actor whose voice has crossed worlds of animation, live action, and video games. You know him as Nightcrawler in X-Men: The Animated Series and X-Men ’97, as Haytham Kenway in Assassin’s Creed III, and as the mighty dragon Sol Regem in The Dragon Prince. But…

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“The Fan Who Became the Writer: John Jackson Miller’s Journey” 1:01:11

1M ago1:01:11

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Send us a text Episode Description: What happens when a comics fan becomes one of the most trusted voices in Star Wars storytelling—and then takes on Tim Burton’s Batman? This week, we’re joined by John Jackson Miller, the acclaimed author behind Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic, Kenobi, and the brand-new Batman: Resurrection. Miller’s journe…

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The Love Goddess Lives On: Taylor Blackwell on Resurrecting Judy Tenuta 32:32

2M ago32:32

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Send us a text What happens when you mix a Grammy-nominated accordion goddess, a fearless feminist firebrand, and the wildest stage presence to hit HBO in the ’80s? You get comedy legend Judy Tenuta — and today, we’re exploring her incredible legacy with filmmaker Taylor Blackwell. Episode Highlights: •The making of “It Happened: The Judy Tenuta St…

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A Journey Through the Imagination of David Kirschner 1:19:42

2M ago1:19:42

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Send us a text Get ready to rediscover the worlds that shaped your childhood—and the nightmares that still send chills down your spine. In this episode, we sit down with David Kirschner, the creative force behind An American Tail, Child’s Play, Hocus Pocus and so much more. Before he created pop‑culture icons, Kirschner designed album covers for Ne…

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Inside the mind of Doug Stone on Character Creation and more ! 1:07:16

2M ago1:07:16

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Send us a text Ever wondered what it takes to voice an entire cast of characters in a single show? Or how an actor brings psychological terror to life as Metal Gear Solid’s unforgettable Psycho Mantis? Join us for an extraordinary deep-dive with Doug Stone, the legendary voice actor who’s brought countless characters to life across animation, anime…

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A Postcard That Changed Everything: Jim Salicrup’s Four-Decade Comics Career 1:10:54

2M ago1:10:54

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Send us a text What if a postcard could change your life? Welcome to Back to Pop, the podcast that dives deep into the stories behind the stories in comics, pop culture, and the creative industry. Each episode features intimate conversations with the legends, innovators, and unsung heroes who shaped the entertainment we love. From Marvel editors to…

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More Than a Voice: Gregg Berger on Heart, Heroes & Dinobots 1:20:11

3M ago1:20:11

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Send us a text Before “Me Grimlock!” echoed across Saturday mornings, before Spirit walked calmly through the chaos of G.I. Joe missions, there was a young performer discovering the power of voice. In this heartfelt and hilarious episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with voice acting legend Gregg Berger—the man behind Grimlock, Spirit, Firefly, Ripc…

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From Staten Island Screams to Emotional Truth—Inside the Mind of Horror Star Allison Pitte 1:05:40

3M ago1:05:40

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Send us a text In this raw and revealing episode, we dive deep with Allison Pittel, breakout star of indie horror hits Stream and Screamboat. From her leap to NYC’s acting grind to the Meisner method that shaped her craft, Allison unpacks the real journey behind the scream queen spotlight. 🎬 SEGMENTS INCLUDE: Making the move to NYC & surviving the …

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The Storyteller Behind Jem, Conan, Babylon 5: and More Christy Marx Unplugged 49:34

3M ago49:34

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Send us a text In this powerhouse episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with legendary writer Christy Marx—the visionary behind Jem and the Holograms, a creative force on G.I. Joe, Spider-Man, Babylon 5, Conan the Adventurer, and so much more. From pioneering emotional storytelling in Saturday morning cartoons to building entire worlds in comics like…

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Coach Conway and the Conway Kids! 37:23

4M ago37:23

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Today Coach is joined by his 2 children! They sit down to discuss athletics at a young age, what they love to do with their summer, lessons they've learned from losing and also what you should be eating! They are all in for their ability to share what they've learned in their short number of years with all of you!…

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Let’s Talk JoeFest: The Story Behind the Ultimate G.I. Joe Convention 29:33

4M ago29:33

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Send us a text This week on Back to Pop, we’re diving into the origin story of one of the most beloved fan events in the country: JoeFest. Host Marc Childs sits down with JoeFest founder Ed Schumacher to unpack how a small toy show in an Augusta, Georgia hotel ballroom evolved into a full-scale convention center experience with thousands of fans, c…

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“Cam Clarke Unmasked: TMNT’s Leonardo, Liquid Snake & the Secret Legacy of the King Family” 1:15:53

4M ago1:15:53

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Send us a text Dive deep into the legendary voice behind your favorite childhood heroes! 🐢🎮 Join us on Back to Pop as we go behind the microphone with Cam Clarke, the iconic voice actor who brought Leonardo from Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles to life and created the chilling presence of Liquid Snake in Metal Gear Solid. But this conversation reveals …

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“Jim Valentino: Co-Founder of Image Comics to Guardians of the Galaxy Architect - 40 Years of Comic Book Revolution” 50:16

4M ago50:16

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Send us a text In this exclusive Back to Pop interview, we sit down with Jim Valentino, co-founder of Image Comics, creator of ShadowHawk, and the visionary who reimagined Guardians of the Galaxy for a new era. From his roots, to helping launch one of the most influential independent publishing movements in comic book history, Jim brings the receip…

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How to CrossFit on a budget! 16:59

4M ago16:59

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Today Coach explores the in's and out's on how to "CrossFit" when you are on a budget or don't even have a CrossFit Affiliate in their area! We take out the guess work, we make suggestions and also make it obvious that there is no excuse to not be able to do all the things you need to do in order to be where you want to be. Visit:TTRUfitness.com (1…

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How to lose body fat, the easy way! 26:13

5M ago26:13

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Today Coach Conway dives into 5 key principles in weight loss! He covers how to lose weight and keep it off and how it is easy enough for you to do the rest of your life. Stop making excuses to stay fat, unfit or not where you want to be, you can apply these simple principles and change your life! Free 7 days training at www.TTRUfitness.com Follow …

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THE COBRA’S PATH: SEAN KANAN ON KARATE KID, SOAP OPERAS, SELF-MASTERY & HOT SAUCE 57:24

5M ago57:24

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Send us a text In this powerhouse episode of Back to Pop, we sit down with Sean Kanan — the actor, author, and entrepreneur best known as Mike Barnes from The Karate Kid Part III and Cobra Kai, as well as his legendary roles on General Hospital and The Bold and the Beautiful. Sean opens up about his evolution from martial arts villain to motivation…

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When you need a break from CrossFit! (And why it may be the last thing you need) 14:55

5M ago14:55

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A listener asks about not getting great results, maybe lack luster motivation.....but the real lesson comes from what they are doing outside of the gym, and the intensity at which their training is being attacked. My advice is simple, do CrossFit the way it was designed to be done, first and foremost prioritizing nutrition! Then reducing fluff volu…

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From Goonies to Free Willy: Mark Marshall’s Magical Hollywood Journey 55:46

5M ago55:46

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Send us a text Ever wonder who keeps child actors in line on massive movie sets? Or how iconic franchises like Star Wars and Harry Potter come to life behind the scenes? This week on Back to Pop, we pull back the curtain with Hollywood legend Mark Marshall – the unsung hero behind some of your favorite childhood films. From his accidental start as …

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Problematic competitors at your affiliate! 12:23

5M ago12:23

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Today we discuss how to have a balance within your affiliate! How do we keep all of our CrossFit members happy? How do you handle competitors and everyday athletes? How do we make sure they both feel seen and served? The answer Coach Conway have are more simple than you likely want, but they work. Follow me on Instagram: @adrianconway_ Visit:TTRUfi…

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“From Jem to Transformers: Samantha Newark Spills Secrets of a Truly Outrageous 80s Icon 1:02:56

5M ago1:02:56

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Send us a text Hey Pop Culture Time Travelers! Ready to rewind the cassette and plug into the electrifying 80s? This week on Back to Pop, we're joined by a truly, truly, truly outrageous icon whose voice defined a generation: the incredible Samantha Newark! Get ready to go behind the microphone as Samantha shares her journey, from a global childhoo…

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2025 CrossFit Games In Affiliate Semi Final thoughts! 27:55

5M ago27:55

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Today Coach Conway gives his run through view of the in affiliate CrossFit Games semi final. He talks through all 5 workouts and gives a brief opinion on how they stack up overall and individually of course some feedback on where changes could or would be made.....if it were up to him! Free 7 days of training in our app: www.ttrufitness.com…

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The only team to ever "Stop the Mayhem" 24:07

5M ago24:07

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Today's episode is a bit of story time! Adrian dives into his past competitive years that lead to beating the Mayhem in 2017 for his 3rd affiliate cup title. It was prompted by a question from someone who wanted to know more about how that team came into existence and what the experience was like.

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The Grell Method: A Comic Book Legend Revealed 1:11:59

5M ago1:11:59

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Send us a text Dive deep into comic book history with legendary artist and writer Mike Grell in this captivating episode of The Grell Method. Join us for an exclusive interview with the creative force behind iconic works like Tyroc, The Warlord, Jon Sable Freelance, and the revolutionary Green Arrow: The Longbow Hunters. Grell shares his journey fr…

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How to attack weakness and keep strength! 15:29

5M ago15:29

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Today Adrian addresses a question about training weaknesses and improving overall fitness while sustaining strength's as best as possible!

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How to get sponsors! 19:46

5M ago19:46

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Today Adrian takes a stab at trying to give out some advice on how to get sponsors! This could be for anyone who cares to listen and understand the lay of the land in CF and what athletes are looking for and also of course for young athletes who need to understand how to the play "game" and how best to add value to those who you partner with. Follo…

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Your programming sucks! 23:31

5M ago23:31

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Today Adrian answers a concern about when programming is bad or perhaps a gym is being run/ lead in a bad way, and how it reflects the rest of the CrossFit community. The original question was great and brought concerns about gyms/ programmers who focus too much on the competitve aspect of the methodology and it takes away from the quality experien…

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Neil Ross: The Voice of Heroes, Villains, and Vocal Recall 46:21

5M ago46:21

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Send us a text Get ready for a trip down memory lane! Legendary voice actor Neil Ross (Shipwreck, Springer, Rambo, Mean Gene Okerlund, and so many more) joins Back to Pop. Hear incredible stories about voicing heroes and villains for G.I. Joe and Transformers, the hilarious origins of some iconic voices, wild studio sessions for Rock 'n' Wrestling,…

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The Toon Behind the Curtain: Gary K. Wolf on Creating Roger Rabbit 1:00:05

5M ago1:00:05

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Send us a text Step into Toontown with us as Back to Pop welcomes the legendary Gary K. Wolf, the creative mind who brought Roger Rabbit to life and forever changed the way animation meets reality. From his humble beginnings in Earlville, Illinois to his time flying missions in the Air Force, Gary’s journey is anything but ordinary. In this deep-di…

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How to grow your CrossFit affiliate and keep the members you have! 19:52

6M ago19:52

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Today Coach responds to one of the CrossFit affiliate owner questions from a few weeks ago. The question was simply, how to get more members and how to keep the ones you've got. While Coach is not currently in the affiliate space as an owner, he knows what it takes to keep people and grow a business. His advice may be the kind you have heard before…

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Will Meugniot puts on his e-frame and talks the Legacy of Exo-Squad 57:24

6M ago57:24

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Send us a text The 90s took animation in a direction of more adult themes, then there was Exo-Squad—a bold, serialized animated series that tackled war, politics, and identity with the depth of adult sci-fi and the heart of Saturday morning cartoons. In this season premiere, we sit down with the man at the creative core of it all: Will Meugniot. Fr…

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How to use CrossFit for specialty athletes 12:17

6M ago12:17

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Today coach gives a quick lesson how CrossFit can be applied and how it should be applied with specialized athletes. Time of year, style of CrossFit used, and proper application of mechanics, consistency and intensity are all primary considerations that must be made working with any athlete and it applies with specialists most. TTRUfitness.com (1:1…

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Bonus Ep: Michelle Danner: Behind the Scenes with Hollywood’s Acting Coach 30:54

6M ago30:54

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Send us a text What does it take to guide a performance from good to unforgettable? In this episode, we sit down with acclaimed acting coach and director Michelle Danner, whose work behind the scenes has helped shape some of Hollywood’s biggest stars. Michelle pulls back the curtain on the actor’s process, what she looks for in raw talent, and how …

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How does nutrition affect performance? 19:57

6M ago19:57

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Today Coach Conway dives into the importance of nutrition. He doesn't leave it to just how it affects your performance, but how it affects everything we do as humans. He give some advice and as usual he also give a convicting perspective on why all listening should certainly be prioritizing what we put into our mouths, and doing it better. TTRUfitn…

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Mayhem Classic thoughts + To squat or not? 29:16

6M ago29:16

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Today Coach goes over thoughts on Mayhem Classic and who is going to the CrossFit Games! Then at the end you'll have to stick around for a rant on the "squat or not" debate that seems to be so popular to dispute. What are your thoughts? TTRUfitness.com (1:1 program design, Live programs, nutrition coaching, and custom affiliate design + mentorhsip)…

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The CrossFit Games vs. CrossFit the methodology can we have both? 18:12

6M ago18:12

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Today Coach explores the question revolving around a topic that hints that the CrossFit Games could potentially be detrimental to CrossFit the methodology! What do you think? Does he think the Games are more divisive than they are inclusive and do they create a problem? Or are they something that should continue to be highlighted with a balance of …

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Bonus Ep: Jonathan Bowen: Comic Shops, Creativity & the Magic of Storytelling 1:31:17

6M ago1:31:17

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Send us a text In this episode of Back to Pop, filmmaker Jonathan Bowen joins us to talk about his upcoming movie and the deep influence of comic shop culture on his creative journey. We explore how these nostalgic spaces shaped his storytelling, the power of indie filmmaking, and the future of geek-driven cinema. Whether you’re a film buff, comic …

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Bonus Episode: Chaos, Cameras, and the Cost of Journalism” 58:59

6M ago58:59

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Send us a text Richie McGinniss has stood in the middle of American flashpoints — Kenosha, Portland, the Capitol steps on January 6 — not behind a Zoom lens, but with his boots on the ground and his camera rolling. He’s been a witness, a documentarian, and at times…a character in the very stories he’s trying to tell. He’s also the author of RIOT DI…

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How to train as a masters athlete? 15:54

6M ago15:54

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Today Coach Conway explores advice on how to train as a masters/ aging athlete. The truth is that as we age we are more complicated than ever, we can build fitness, but is obvious through Coach's episode that to each is own. As we age, it is even more important to get personal design than ever. Our athletic background, capacity, strengths and weakn…

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Should you open a CrossFit affiliate? 15:54

6M ago15:54

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Today Coach Conway dives into affiliate ownership. He is answering a question from someone specifically asking about the pro's, cons and considerations when opening a gym. This is a thorough explanation on the practices and perspectives needed to be successful. Coach isn't shy about saying where he sees gyms fail and why, and he encourages everyone…

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How to "better" trust the process 18:24

6M ago18:24

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Today Coach Conway breaks down how to better trust the process in whatever you are pursuing. He highlights his experiences with pursuing the NFL as a dream goal and where that took him, what the process was like for that and how being "all in" allowed him to fully have trust in the outcome. He shares how this can look different for everyone but tha…

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2025 CrossFit Open Recap + World Fitness Project Q1 41:41

6M ago41:41

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Today Coach Conway recaps his thoughts on the CrossFit Open for 2025! He visits the top 10 of the leaderboard and gives some insights on the overall test when looking back at all 3 weeks. He gives his candid opinion about the World Fitness Project and what it is or what it could be, some potential issues he sees with some things he’s heard. But he …

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CrossFit Games Open 25.3 Prep, Primer, Plan 27:38

7M ago27:38

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Today Coach Conway breaks down the head to head to head match up of Dallin Pepper, James Sprague and Jayson Hopper and of course gives you an enjoyable trip behind his brain and how it works when analyzing a workout to help you reach your max potential. If you are looking for a Prep, Primer and gameplan reference the show notes below! www.TTRUfitne…

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Entitled athlete rant + 25.2 Review + 25.3 Predictions 36:40

7M ago36:40

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Today Coach is full rants! Adrian Conway discusses thoughts on CrossFit Games competitive athletes need to invest back into the community where they are most respected and most relevant. He highlights the great aspects of being a part of the announcement for 25.2, why it is a great test and why some athletes had struggles improving previous times t…