Best Rondell Podcasts (2026)

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Regin Stergakis: Thoughts on McNaughton, Rouska, Keenan and Bobb Matthews. Winning Junior Worlds, facing the 105 Open! 1:46:59

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2h ago1:46:59

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Two-Time Junior World Champion in the 105 kg class, Regin Stergakis returns to KOTL to discuss his thoughts on his 2025 campaign, the other 105s in the World, Bobb Matthews recent performance, growing the sport in his native land, Powerlifting's stagnant growth, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat…

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2025 Year End Debates! 2:28:47

12h ago2:28:47

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2025 Year End Awards, look back at highlights of the year, look ahead to 2026, and great debate of Sheffield vs World Games for significance! Hosted by Matt Gary, Eric Helms, Rory Lynch, and 6 Pack Lapadat

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2025 Christmas Special (Gavin Adin, Joe B, Perk, Janee Kovacs) 2:51:35

5d ago2:51:35

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Gavin Adin, Joe B, Perk and Janee Kovacs join 6 Pack Lapadat for the Naughty and nice list, Christmas wish list, a visit from the ghosts of Christmas past, present and future, and much more! Get their take on your favorite lifters, the biggest moments and events, and inside insight to their 2025.

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The Shocking Truth about KOTL, Gaston, & the IPF. Also, the untested division, Joe B & the 93s, Russ 1:55:25

10d ago1:55:25

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Special cross over episode, 6 Pack Lapadat appeared on the Barbells and BS podcast where he discusses the rise of KOTL, how he became a member of the IPF media team, Gaston's intervention that changed his path, his views on the untested division, Joe B's chances as a 93, and much more! Hosted by Barbells and BS…

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Jayden Lowe warns Joe B: Don't miss (at Sheffield)!...I am 100% hitting 900 (kgs)! 1:54:26

25d ago1:54:26

1:54:26

Jayden Lowe and his coach Joey Flexx join KOTL to discuss closing in on Joe B, earning a World title, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Bobb Matthews, Marcellus Williams, Ashton Rouska 1:47:08

23d ago1:47:08

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HiBobb Matthews, The Swolefessor Marcellus Williams, and Ashton Rouska join KOTL to discuss Bobb and Ashton's return, key questions about their future (Rondel and McNaughton), whom they have as 2025 lifter of the year, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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SBD Austin: Highlights, Key Questions, Future fall out 1:27:34

24d ago1:27:34

1:27:34

Matt Gary, Eric Helms, Austin Perkins and 6 Pack Lapadat recaps SBD Austin, the biggest highlights, ask and answer the key questions, discuss the fall out and future implications, and catch up on the latest in Powerlifting news.

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Eric Helms: Open Worlds at 42, the story behind the KOTL Co-Host 2:23:05

1M ago2:23:05

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KOTL Co-Host Eric Helms discusses his journey as a strength athlete, elite coach in both Powerlifting programming and nutrition, competing since 2005, and finally make it to the Open World Championships in bodybuilding at 42 years old. Eric also reveals a startling back story that shaped his life and set him on the path of falling in love with barb…

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SBD Austin Preview Show: Will Bobb out total Rondel? Will Jesus make history? Will Meg win it all? 2:00:34

1M ago2:00:34

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Eric Helms, Matt Gary, and 6 Pack Lapadat preview SBD Austin and debate the biggest questions surrounding the star studded event.

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Meghan Scanlon: 63 or 69kg class for 2026? 3 different weight classes, Her female lifter of 2026, & more! 1:38:35

1M ago1:38:35

1:38:35

Multiple time World Champion and World record breaker Meghan Scanlon joins KOTL to discuss rebounding from a Worlds performance she was not proud of to opening a new door at 69 kgs. Meg opens up on whether she will pursue the 63 or 69 kg class in 2026, if she feels she can win a World title at 69 kgs, her possible 3 weight class resume at Worlds, a…

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Marcellus Williams: The ultimate showdown, GOAT vs GOAT, the death scare, Breakthru star & Comebacks, and his Team! 3:05:26

2M ago3:05:26

3:05:26

Marcellus Williams AKA The Swolefessor joins KOTL to discuss the upcoming SBD Austin clash between Rondel Hunte and Marcelus' athlete Bobb Matthews. Marcellus also touches on what he believes is the ultimate showdown, GOAT vs GOAT, his death scare that he kept away from the Powerlifting community, Powerliftings breakthru star and comeback, Best lif…

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Perk Returns! Avancus win, Joe B trash talk, 900 as the new target & more! 1:58:58

2M ago1:58:58

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Austin Perkins, Pound For Pound King, details his battle with Joe Borenstein at Avancus, why he is going to chase a 900 kg total at every competition for now on, his state of the Union and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Pana: 74 kg debut, battling for Worlds, legacy at 66, new diet, new powerbuilding approach & more! 1:24:53

2M ago1:24:53

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Pana returns to KOTL in an in studio episode that dives into his decision for going to 74 kgs, his goals for his debut, reflections on his performance, his battle to make it to Worlds, his body change, new diet, new program, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Janée Kovacs: Ready to battle for the Open World title! 2:46:36

2M ago2:46:36

2:46:36

Janée Kovacs joins KOTL to discuss her sensational Junior Worlds performance, and statement making performance at Avancus taking the US 69 kg Open record. Now Janee eyes an Open World title in 2026 and speaks on her ambitions to assume control of the division. Janee also dives into her social media takes, her confidence, rivalries, battles, and muc…

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KOTL After Dark: Facing The Smashing Machine 49:55

3M ago49:55

49:55

Enson Inoue was a professional MMA fighter who fought Mark Kerr (subject of the new movie The Smashing Machine, starring The Rock). Enson details how the sport of MMA operated in that era, organized crime's involvement, some behind the scenes stories, and his fight with the legendary Mark Kerr. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat…

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Cayco: The Journey after Worlds (you need to hear it) 2:36:18

3M ago2:36:18

2:36:18

Jonathan Cayco joins KOTL and reveals a shocking truth that opens up a deep conversation you will need to hear. Also discussed, a remarkable journey through the Philippines, Russ, Will Ball, the 93s. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadatt

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Will Ball: “What now Russ?! What now?!” (920 kgs at 19 yrs old) 1:36:44

3M ago1:36:44

1:36:44

Will Ball, 19 year old 93 kg sensation, joins KOTL to discuss registering the largest total in 93 kg history and taking the lead in the division. Will gives his thoughts on Emil, current World Champion, the US 93s, Gustav Hedlund, and calling our Russel Orhii. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Perk: I am not looking behind me, I am looking at the 83s 2:25:09

3M ago2:25:09

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74 kg Kingpin Austin Perkins joins KOTL to discuss the rise of 74s Elliott and Ilya, his up coming meet at Avancus, hunting down Joe B and the 83s, dropping the hammer at Sheffield, retaining the Pound 4 Pound crown, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Betty Aborah: The Junior World Champion speaks on the battle of 2025, the Open, and much more! 1:48:03

3M ago1:48:03

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63 kg Junior World Champion Betty Aborah joins KOTL to discuss the battle for the throne, entering the star packed Open, Powerlifting in the Netherlands, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Joey Flexx: The behind the scenes story of Junior Worlds, Russ and the 93s, Cranon vs the 76s, & much more! 2:17:06

3M ago2:17:06

2:17:06

Joey Flexx returns to KOTL to discuss the bizzare and remarkable back story to Junior Worlds, Russ battling the 93s, Cranon's star power and potential, Sonita vs Britt, Jesus and his return, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Elliott Sykes targets Perk: It is not a matter of if, it is a matter of when (I beat him) 1:49:22

3M ago1:49:22

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The greatest Junior star the World has to offer eye's the pound for pound King (Perk). Elliott Sykes joins KOTL to discuss his Junior Worlds performance, his thoughts on Perk at Open Worlds, Pana and Kjell moving up to the 74s, his future, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Gavin Adin: 918 won't be enough...I want to be the first 93 to hit 1,000 kgs 4:23:36

4M ago4:23:36

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93 kg contender, Gavin Adin, returns to KOTL to discuss his views on the uber stacked classed, Russ and Delaney moving up, Powerlifting's most under appreciated star, the conflict of idolization, confessions of deep mental prep, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Rondel Hunte responds! 2:00:49

4M ago2:00:49

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The uncrowned King returns to KOTL to discuss the upcoming clash with Bobb Matthews and Nonso, Jesus Olivares, Haack and Colton, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Bobb Matthews: His silence is broken! Rondel, Worlds, Sheffield and more! 1:25:08

4M ago1:25:08

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The IPF star Bobb Matthews returns to KOTL to discuss the date and location for his long awaited return, Rondel Hunte, Anthony McNaughton, Nonso and the 120s, who is the Pound for Pound King, what he has been up to for the past year, why he left, why he is back, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat…

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World Games Recap: Women's division 1:07:10

4M ago1:07:10

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Full recap of the World Games Women's division. Hosted by Matt Gary, Rory Lynch and 6 Pack Lapadat

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World Games Recap: Men's division 41:50

4M ago41:50

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A World Games Recap of the Men's division. Hosted by Matt Gary, Rory Lynch and 6 Pack Lapadat.

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Brian McLaren - The Last Voyage - Season 8 Episode 4 23:11

5M ago23:11

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Andy and Brian promote Brian's new book and first of his trilogy. The first book was released on July 29.

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Matt Carter has Spring Winter Faith? - Season 8 Episode 3 58:57

5M ago58:57

58:57

In this episode, Andy enjoys a conversation with his very wise friend Matt Carter. Matt is a serious student of Theology, an excellent father, and faithful husband and follower of Jesus. Currently, he is the Director of Admissions at Harding School of Theology in Memphis. Gain some insight and listen to this episode friends.The Winter Faith Podcast…

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"Self Care for Pastors" with Dr. Jim Martin- Season 8, Episode 2 37:59

5M ago37:59

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In this episode, Andrew is joined by Jim Martin, the Vice President of Harding School of Theology and creator of Godhungry.org. Jim is so encouraging and wise. In this conversation Jim offers Andrew tips on how to better care for himself. He says all humans have a life that is challenging and that is why he wants to encourage people and to be well …

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Pastor Lisa Yebuah (re-release from 2018) - Season 7, Episode 5 51:01

5M ago51:01

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In episode #63 Andrew sits down with Pastor Lisa Yebuah from Southeast Raleigh Table. Lisa is thoughtful and seeks to bring joy and fun to the people she blesses daily. She loves eating homemade biscuits, dancing, and her church community. She brings passionate sermons weekly and is not afraid to preach about difficult topics like grief, shame, and…

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John Song: Building the next Great! 1:57:01

4M ago1:57:01

1:57:01

Elite Powerlifting Coach, John Song, joins KOTL to discuss building the latest star, his swelling roster of talent, the rise of the next World class coach, breaking through as a coach, his thoughts on the game, and much more!

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Pana drops breaking news, thoughts on Kjell and the 66s, France looking to rebound, Russ 1:53:31

5M ago1:53:31

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Pana returns to KOTL with a special announcement! He also discusses Kjell at Worlds, the 66s, Kasemsand, his thoughts on Russ, France leaving Worlds without a World Champion, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Russ sounds off! The 93s aren't safe! 1:56:36

5M ago1:56:36

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Russel Orhii returns to KOTL to discuss his decision to drop out of World Games, moving up to the 93 kg class, his thoughts on the 2025 World Championships, the drama leading into his 93 kg debut, the battles to come, and why we should be excited if he goes to Sheffield. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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The shocking truths about weight cutting: Eric Helms & Kedric Kwan! 2:58:42

5M ago2:58:42

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Shocking truths revealed: Are Juniors cutting height when they cut weight? Is it permanent? Are you more likely to get injured if you are lean? Can you drop your testosterone levels and impact your hormones with cutting? If yes, how badly? What is the science behind gut cutting? How fast can you gain muscle mass to move up a weight class? Does heig…

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Joe Jordan: Living up to his potential, new era of 66s, Pana, Kjell, Kasemsand, World Games and much more! 1:34:19

5M ago1:34:19

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66 kg World Games contender Joe Jordan returns to KOTL to discuss his journey, past rivalries and battles, the Kjell affect, Kasemsand's move to 59s, Pana moving up, thoughts on Powerlifting beefs, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Mo Sulayman: the 120s, Bobb and Rondel, World Games drop outs, Controversy in PL, and much more! 2:10:23

5M ago2:10:23

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Majeed (Mo) Sulayman returns to KOTL to discuss the 120s, Worlds, the disappearance of Bobb Mathews, the return of Rondel Hunte, World Games losing major lifters from the US, controversy in Powerlifting and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat.

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Taylor Atwood: Chasing the 83kg WR, Joey B, Jurins, Russ at 93, Redemption plans, Kjell 2:03:55

6M ago2:03:55

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Taylor Atwood returns to KOTL to discuss his thoughts on IPF Worlds 83 kg battle, his goals of taking the 83kg World Record, redemption at Sheffield, Russ going to 93 kgs, Kjell returning to 74 kg, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat

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Emil, Cayco, Gustav: Russ moving up, the battle, legacy, what’s next! 1:16:31

6M ago1:16:31

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World Champions Emil Krastev, Jonathan Cayco and Gustav Hedlund join 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to discuss their battle at Worlds 2025, Russel Orhii moving up to the 93 kg class, their era as rivals, the future battles, and more!

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2025 Worlds Recap Show! 2:57:44

6M ago2:57:44

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At 1:24:00 the Men’s recap begins! Division by division breakdown of the action, backstories, and analysis. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Matt Gary, Eric Helms and Rory Lynch.

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Worlds 120s: Nonso, Etienne & Big Dev recall the battle 52:20

6M ago52:20

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The Big 3 of the 120s join 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to discuss their epic battle for the World title. All the controversial calls, behind the scenes stories, and inside tales that you did not see on the stream.

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Agata & Karlina: A tale of Dominance & A Battle 57:46

6M ago57:46

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Agata Sitko, 69 kg Champion & Karlina Tongotea, 76 kg Champion, join 6 Pack Lapadat in the studio to discuss their title wins. Agata addresses weighing in just above 63 kgs and winning the 69 kg title by a wide margin. Agata talks about her future plans, her motivation, and thoughts on rivals. Karlina discusses her battle with Crannon Worford, gett…

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Anthony McNaughton claps the 105s & 120s: His inspiring story to the title 51:14

7M ago51:14

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Anthony McNaughton wins the 105 kg World title and out totals the 120 kg class in the process. Anthony joins 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to share his story of overcoming adversity to finding his self belief and ultimately Championship mentality.

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Alba & Chiara: Recall the battle for the 63 kg World Title! 1:20:59

6M ago1:20:59

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Alba Bostrom and Chiara Bernardi join 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to discuss their exciting clash for the 63 kg title at IPF Worlds. They discuss Meg Scanlon, the back stories, behind the scenes, and more!

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Sara Naldi & Joy Nnamani recap the battle of the 57s at Worlds! 1:50:44

6M ago1:50:44

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Sara Naldi and Joy Nnamani join 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to discuss their epic battle for the 57 kg World Championship. The behind the scenes, controversy, back stories, and more!

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Evie Corrigan & Megan-Li Smith recap their battle (in studio) 1:15:10

6M ago1:15:10

1:15:10

Evie and Megan-Li discuss their epic battle for the 52 kg World title live in Studio with 6 Pack Lapadat. Hear the true story, behind the scenes view, and what is next for both!

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Kjell, Kasemsand & Ivan Campano: Bold talk, leaving 66 undefeated, challenging Wascar & Perk 1:06:02

6M ago1:06:02

1:06:02

Kjell Bakkelund, Kasemsand and Ivan Campano join 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to discuss Kjell leaving the 66s to return to the 74s, Ivan challenging Wascar, Kasemsand’s future ambitions, and much more!

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Joey B, Jurins & Ade: Deep discussion & Worlds Battle recap 2:07:51

6M ago2:07:51

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Joey B, Jurins & Ade join 6 Pack Lapadat in the studio for a deep discussion about sports mentally, discipline vs motivation, growth as an athlete, and recapping their fierce battle at Worlds

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Heather Connor: How she dethroned Turbo Tiff 56:37

6M ago56:37

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Heather Connor joins 6 Pack Lapadat in studio to discuss her battle with Turbo Tiff at IPF Worlds. Some insights will surprise you!

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Perk: 900 kgs as a 74! 1:52:51

6M ago1:52:51

1:52:51

Austin Perkins joined 6 Pack Lapadat in studio before competing at IPF Worlds.

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Winter Faith Intro/ The Faith of John - Season 1, Episode 1 59:45

6M ago59:45

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My first podcast!This is episode #1 of The Winter Faith Podcast.In this episode, I share my story and describe what I want my show to be.Also attached to this episode is a narrative story of Episode #2 which I call "The Faith of John."The Winter Faith Podcast is focused on creating conversations to promote emotional and spiritual growth through tou…