Best Zach Blair Podcasts (2025)

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Zach Blair(Rise Against, GWAR, Anti Heroes Podcast 1:27:39

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10d ago1:27:39

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I love when an episode becomes a conversation that feels like 3 friends talking passionately about music and this is what this episode achieves. We talked about what it was like playing in a band with his brother, his time in GWAR and those costumes, Rise Against, his amazing podcast, Anti Heroes(it's a must subscribe) and so much more. To find out…

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Black Root Recovery: The Multi‑Modality Recovery Sauna Built for Veterans, Athletes, and High Performers #827 45:34

21m ago45:34

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Former Marine and general contractor Andrew Kavanaugh joins the crew to share the origin story of Black Root Recovery, a company he founded after watching too many of his fellow Marines struggle physically, mentally, and emotionally after returning home. What started as a personal quest to rebuild his health led to a 90-pound weight loss, the elimi…

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Alex Skolnick(Testament, Trans-Siberian-Orchestra, Savatage) 1:19:45

16h ago1:19:45

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We are so excited to have one of the best guitar players on our show today for a great conversation. Alex was very generous with his time and we learned so much about his musical journey, his audition for Ozzy, playing the Garden and Radio City with TSO and his Trio and so much more.... Please subscribe so you don't miss an episode and thank you so…

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Finding Wisdom in an AI World with Autumn Ridenour 38:17

2h ago38:17

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What does a 4th-century African bishop have to do with smartphones, social media, and AI chatbots? Rebecca sits down with ethicist Autumn Ridenour to explore how Augustine’s famous line, “our hearts are restless until they rest in you,” exposes both the appeal and the danger of our digital lives—from endless scrolling to AI “relationships” and deep…

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Mount Rushmore of Metal Singers 1:13:09

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NEW SEGMENT!!! We are discussing who we think are the best metal singers on our Mount Rushmore. Feel free to send us your Mount Rushmores on our Faceboook page. mixtapespodcast

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Bob Daisley(Blizzard of Ozz, Gary Moore, Ozzy, Yngwie, Rainbow, Sabbath) With Better Audio 1:56:55

1d ago1:56:55

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Here is an updated version of the episode we just released with Bob Daisley but with updated audio. Eric's mic was a little low in the mix. Thanks to Nate for fixing the issue. This was a bucket list interview for us. Eric spent many hours playing along to songs written by the gentleman. It was an absolute honor to have Mr. Bob Daisley on the show.…

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Ben Johns - The Most Dominant Pickleball Athlete In The World #826 50:34

2d ago50:34

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In this episode, the world's #1 pickleball player, Ben Johns, joins Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Travis Mash, and Dr. Mike Lane to unpack what it really takes to stay at the top of one of the fastest-growing sports on the planet. Ben walks through the insane travel schedule, the perpetual in-season demands, and the growing physical toll of a sport p…

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Sex, Shame, and The Hope of Redemption with Zach Ellis 48:18

7d ago48:18

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Therapist and ministry leader Zach Ellis spends his days walking with men tangled up in porn, shame, and unwanted sexual behavior. In this episode, Zach and Rebecca talk about lust as both sin and sign, how trauma fractures us, and why the opposite of addiction isn’t willpower but connection—being truly known by God and his people. If you’ve ever w…

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MRI-based Muscle Analysis with Dr. Doug Goldstein #825 1:00:37

9d ago1:00:37

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In this episode, the Barbell Shrugged crew explores how next-generation MRI muscle analysis is transforming the way high-performing athletes train, recover, and prevent injury. Dr. Doug Goldstein walks Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash through Doug Larson's full Springbok Analytics scan a 3D "digital twin" of his musculoskeletal system th…

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You Aren't Enough with Christine Hoover 34:29

14d ago34:29

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Christine walks through 2 Corinthians, Paul’s deeply personal letter about weakness, suffering, and the upside-down way of Jesus. She shares honestly about writing her new Bible study, More Than Enough: An 8-Week Study of 2 Corinthians, while her 20-year-old son was undergoing treatment for cancer. Get the Book: More Than Enough: An 8-Week Study of…

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Craig Locicero(Forbidden, ManMade God, Spiralarms) 1:20:36

14d ago1:20:36

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Well folks, we got a great one today and Craig was nice enough to break the news of the new Forbidden guitar player in this episode and what an excellent choice We talked about growing up in the bay area metal scene, the music biz, touring and even the 49ers(well, Eric and Craig did) Enjoy this episode and crank the new Forbidden stuff, it's amazin…

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Precision Muscle Analysis with Matt Brown of Springbok Analytics #824 55:13

17d ago55:13

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In this episode, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash sit down with Matt Brown, Director of Business Development at Springbok Analytics, to explore the cutting edge world of MRI based muscle analysis. Matt breaks down the origins of Springbok, how the company grew from a university research lab solving cerebral palsy surgical problems into o…

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Becky Baldwin(Mercyful Fate, Fury) 1:14:49

22d ago1:14:49

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You guys are in for a treat today. Becky is an amazing bass player but what I loved about this conversation is the passion that she has for music. It was super infectious. Please follow her and listen to her band Fury https://www.beckybaldwinbass.com/

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Can Jesus Give Us Freedom? with Portia Collins 41:24

17d ago41:24

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Portia Collins is a Bible teacher, author, and speaker from the Mississippi Delta. She’s the author of Finding Freedom in Christ: An 8-Week Study in Galatians, founder of She Shall Be Called, and serves on staff with Revive Our Hearts. Portia is passionate about helping women grow in Bible literacy and embrace the true freedom found in Jesus. Get t…

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Is this a Perfect Album(Alice in Chains, Dirt) 41:17

21d ago41:17

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We got a new segment and we got some new news for everyone. We have decided to start doing segments on Fridays now since things have been really taking off and Tuesdays are going to be the interview days. So you get TWO episodes a week. The amount of listeners we have gotten in the last two weeks has been mindblowing and we are truly grateful. Toda…

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Measuring Muscle Mass Percentage with Dr. Chris Perry, Anders Varner, Travis Mash and Doug Larson #823 45:41

27d ago45:41

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In this week's episode of Barbell Shrugged, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, Coach Travis Mash, and Dr. Chris Perry dive deep into the real science of muscle mass, why it's the single most important tissue in the human body and what happens when you don't have enough of it. They cover everything from how muscle mass impacts disease risk, hormone balance…

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Talking Van Halen and so much more with Author Greg Renoff 1:38:05

28d ago1:38:05

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This was such a treat. We had the Van Halen encyclopedia on the show today, PHd Professor, Mr Greg Renoff. We talk all things Van Halen but we also dive into his book about Ted Templeman, The New York Jets, watching Metallica getting ready to take over the world, Jersey and so much more.... I can't thank Greg enough for how gracious he was with his…

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What’s The Point of Singleness? with Dani Treweek 58:51

24d ago58:51

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Rebecca and theologian Dani Treweek explore why the Bible calls both marriage and singleness meaningful gifts — and how rediscovering the purpose of singleness can strengthen the whole church. Get the book: Single Ever AfterA Biblical Vision for the Significance of Singleness Follow Dani: Instagram | Website Sign up for weekly emails at RebeccaMcLa…

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Rebuilding Strength and Purpose, Travis Mash's Path Back to the Platform w/ Anders Varner, Travis Mash and Doug Larson #822 41:47

1M ago41:47

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In this episode, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash sit down for a story that is equal parts comeback and evolution. After a hip replacement and years away from competition, Mash, now over 50 years old, stepped back onto the powerlifting platform to go nine for nine and set new age group world records. He breaks down how he rebuilt his bod…

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Let's Talk About: Randy Rhoads and Jake E Lee 56:40

1M ago56:40

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New segment on the show today that we are going to call "Let's Talk" It's going to be an insightful conversation about comparing and contrasting two ideas and we thought what a great way to start this segment by talking about Randy Rhoads and Jake E Lee. We kinda take sides and there's a great ending to this conversation. We hope you listen and enj…

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On Magic and Miracles with Marian Jacobs 42:31

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Can Christians enjoy stories with “magic”? Marian Jacobs and Rebecca unpack how fantasy can train us to love Jesus and discern the occult—using a simple rubric rooted in Scripture and the self-giving love at the heart of the gospel. Get the book: On Magic & Miracles: A Theological Guide to Discerning Fictional Magic Follow Marian: Instagram | Websi…

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Stephen king influence on music with Anthony Scott Ashworth 1:15:02

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Happy Halloween! We thought we would throw out a special episode and discuss the effect Stephen KIng had on music with Author/Musician/Label Owner/Engineer Anthony Scott Ashworth. Don't sleep on this one! For more info on Anthony, click the link below asafic.com

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The Science of Sleep and Recovery w/ Dr. Allison Brager, Anders Varner, Travis Mash and Doug Larson #821 49:44

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In this episode, neuroscientist and U.S. Army sleep expert Dr. Allison Brager joins Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash to explore the real science behind sleep, recovery, and wearable technology. They discuss which devices actually deliver useful data, such as the Oura Ring for sleep tracking and Garmin for cardiovascular measurements, and…

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This album should have been huge(With special Guest Karl Middleton from Earthtone9) 1:31:07

1M ago1:31:07

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Well folks, we are 3 for 3 in this segment. This is Moots choice and it's an excellent choice. Arc Tang Gent from Earthtone9 is Another record that should have been huge and we learn about the record and the industry from the lead singer of Earthtone9, Mr Karl Middleton. You guys are gonna love this episode. For more on Karl and the Earthtone9, cli…

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How Church Could (Literally) Save Your Life 54:36

1M ago54:36

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Harvard-backed research says weekly churchgoing lowers depression, boosts health, and lengthens life — and Rebecca explains why those benefits point beyond “religion” to Jesus, the church as true family, and the hope Gen Z is rediscovering. Get the book: “How Church Could Literally Save Your Life” (Crossway) Check out Collin's Podcast: Gospelbound …

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#16: Being Vonerable Through Music - Blair Davie 1:15:01

1M ago1:15:01

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In this heartfelt episode we hear from Blair Davie, a rising Scottish singer-songwriter known for his emotive lyrics and soaring vocals. Blair shares his journey from writing songs at six years old to crafting a sound that turns raw feelings into melodies. Discover how vulnerability became his superpower, the challenges he faced with bullying, and …

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Pearl Jam Live author Selena Fragrassi 1:51:45

2M ago1:51:45

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What a better way to celebrate the 35 anniversary of Pearl Jam's first live performance than to talk with Selena Fragrassi about her new book, Pearl Jam Live!: 35 Years of Legendary Music and Revolutionary Shows We had such a great time talking about Pearl Jam, the Seattle scene, the movie Singles, Ann and Nanvy Wilson, Alice in Chains and so much …

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Gym Culture w/ Kenny Santucci, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #820 56:19

1M ago56:19

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With over a decade of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself a known as one of New York City's top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. Brand ambassador for Michelob Ultra and Fitaid, Technogym Master Trainer, host of the Fitaid Morning Show, Michelob Ultra MOVEMENT Fitness Festival, Model Beach Volleyball, and mo…

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Should Christians Be Defined by The Culture Wars? with J.D. Greear 1:00:09

2M ago1:00:09

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Rebecca and J.D. Greear explore how Christians can transcend the culture war by leading with grace and truth, loving hard-to-love neighbors, keeping politics downstream of discipleship, and holding fast to the gospel with joyful confidence. Resources Mentioned: J.D.'s Website Summit Church Everyday Revolutionary: How to Transcend the Culture War an…

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Remembering Ace Frehley 53:52

2M ago53:52

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Me and Moots talk about a huge influence Ace was in out musical journey and we reflect on his career and the outpouring of tributes after his untimely passing. Godspeed Spaceman

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Part 2: Why Music Matters | Belle Mt.– Ep. 15 1:11:50

2M ago1:11:50

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Wer are back with part two with Matt Bellemont, where we continue to dive further into his career. Matt goes into his both his struggles and success as an artists. From gaining millions of streams of his music, to getting dropped by his label right before he was about to go on tour, Matt reflects on his career and what has let to where he is now. J…

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Useful Fitness Standards w/ Dr. Mike Lane, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Coach Travis Mash #819 54:43

2M ago54:43

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In this episode, the team breaks down what it means to build and maintain essential fitness, the baseline level of strength, endurance, and resilience every person should strive for. They discuss how to train efficiently using the minimum effective dose, balancing work, family, and recovery while still progressing. The conversation covers the princ…

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This album should have been huge(With Special Guest Tim Narducci from Spiralarms/The Watchers/Systematic 1:56:12

2M ago1:56:12

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Well folks we did it again and we got Tim Narducci to talk to us about Eric's choice this week of What Album Should Have Been Huge. Tim has great stories and such an amazing career. We talk about Systematic getting signed by Larz from Metallica, the music biz, pay to play, the cost of touring, album sales, the Freedom record and why Tim thinks it d…

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Where is God in My Anxiety? with Blair Linne 44:04

2M ago44:04

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How can anxiety become a doorway to deeper faith? Blair Linne joins Rebecca to discuss her new book Made to Tremble: How Anxiety Became the Best Thing That Ever Happened to My Faith. She recounts the accident that led to panic attacks, unpacks natural / sinful / religious fear, and shows how Scripture’s “do not fear” is an invitation to rest in God…

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Part 1: Why Music Matters | Belle Mt.– Ep. 15 55:20

2M ago55:20

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Today we’re joined by Matt Belle Mt, the incredibly talented and cinematic indie artist whose music has captured the hearts of millions. In this episode, Matt opens up about what drives him to create, the emotional toll of rejection, and why music education remains so important. He also shares his experience navigating the music industry — from maj…

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Addiction, Recovery and Building a Life of Value w/ Tim Riley, Anders Varner, Doug Larson, and Travis Mash #818 51:13

2M ago51:13

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Tim Riley is Director of Sports Performance at Kollective in Austin, TX where he trains athletes at the pro, collegiate, and high school level. Most notably, Riley currently oversees and conducts strength and conditioning sessions for NFL, NBA, PLL & AVP athletes. The NFL off-season program at Kollective is one the largest and most respected progra…

3M ago55:17

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Aaron Straker is a N.A.S.N. Licensed Primary Sports Nutritionist. He prefers a pragmatic approach to nutrition that focuses on simple food selection, the importance of nutrient density, and the importance of objectivity in dieting and reporting. Today on Barbell Shrugged we dive into Straker's path to becoming and IFBB Pro. From injury, setbacks, d…