Best Adam Wittbrodt Podcasts (2025)

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Faith, Fitness, and Lifelong Growth – A Conversation with Nathan Laplow 1:00:14

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In this inspiring first episode of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery Season 2, Adam Wittbrodt and co-host Jordan Eckman sit down with Nathan Laplow to explore what a true fitness journey looks like across a lifetime. They share powerful insights on how fitness evolves as we age — from building strength in youth, to sustaining health in adulth…

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Season 1 Finale – Reflect, Reset, and Rise 54:44

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In the season finale of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt and co-host Dave Wazny sit down to look back on the journey so far. From powerful guest stories to raw conversations about growth, resilience, and mindset, we revisit some of the highlights that made this season unforgettable. But it’s not just about looking back, …

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Redemption Through Recovery Court – A Conversation with Judge Michael Beale 1:02:52

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In this powerful episode of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam Wittbrodt sits down with Judge Michael Beale, a leader in Michigan’s Recovery Court program. Judge Beale shares what it’s like to sit on the bench and watch people transform, rebuilding their lives, reuniting with their families, and proving that rehabilitation works where in…

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Planting Seeds of Hope with Keri Kenney 59:04

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In this powerful episode of Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt and co-host Dave Wazny are joined by Keri Kenney for a conversation that goes far beyond the surface. Together, they dive into the work being done inside the Juvenile Justice Center, where they strive to give kids hope, direction, and belief in themselves, even…

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Strength Beyond the Barbell: Russell Yankee’s Journey of Lifting, Resilience & Growth 1:08:21

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In this episode of Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt and co-host Jordan Eckman sit down with Russell Yankee, whose story of resilience and transformation is fueled by iron and grit. From his first days in the weight room to building strength that goes far beyond the barbell, Russell shares how lifting became both his ou…

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From Survival to Success: Crystal Lynn Burditt’s Journey with Cozy Cats Café 54:22

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In this heartfelt and inspiring episode, Adam and Waz sit down with Crystal Lynn Burditt, the visionary behind Cozy Cats Café. Crystal opens up about the passion and purpose driving her unique café, where coffee, community, and the calming presence of cats come together to create a safe, welcoming space for everyone who walks through the door. But …

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Lyrics, Loss & Leveling Up: Mike Richards of Adaboy! 58:12

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This week on The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, we sit down with Mike Richards, lead singer of the band Adaboy!, for a raw and powerful conversation on art, adversity, and the long road to healing. Mike opens up about childhood trauma, addiction, and the darkness he had to confront - both in himself and the world around him. But through…

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Still Fighting Battles You Can’t See 50:39

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Guest: Travis Crossley – Former Inmate, Recovery Advocate, Trauma Survivor In this raw and unfiltered episode, Travis Crossley shares his journey through addiction, incarceration, and the invisible battles that still shape his daily life. From the chaos of substance abuse to time behind bars, Travis opens up about the triggers he still faces—like b…

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Back Pain, Barbell Myths & Breaking Sugar Cycles 1:00:39

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Guest: Logan Richetti- Entrepreneur and Lender In this episode, Adam is joined by Logan Richetti and Waz for a powerful conversation that blends fitness fundamentals with hard-hitting truth about health, nutrition, and mindset. They dive into why back injuries are on the rise—not just from bad lifts, but from poor mechanics in everyday life. They a…

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Every Rep Should Have a Reason 25:11

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Guest: Jordan Eckman – Level Up Trainer & Podcast Editor In this episode, we’re joined by Jordan Eckman—trainer, podcast editor, and one of the sharpest minds behind the Level Up brand. Together, we break down one of the most overlooked but critical aspects of training: the "why" behind every movement. If you've ever copied a program off the intern…

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From Struggle to Strength: Chris Cohen & the SoberStrong Movement 1:04:40

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On this episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, we’re joined by Chris Cohen, the founder of SoberStrong Apparel; a brand that stands for more than sobriety. It’s about resilience, pride, and showing the world that your past doesn’t define your strength. Chris shares his raw journey through addiction and recovery, and how he transf…

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From Combat to Canines: Leadership, Loyalty, and Life After Service 1:04:28

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In this powerful episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt is joined by co-host Waz and special guest Jake Fink, a U.S. Army veteran whose battlefield experience now fuels his purpose at home. Jake shares what it was like navigating life-and-death decisions in Afghanistan, working alongside military K9s, and how …

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Built Different: Youth Resilience and the Power of Fitness 51:54

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In this episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, Adam sits down with three remarkable young guests—Cade Sanborn, Lola Smith, and Ryan Bettendorf—each of whom has faced major setbacks most adults would struggle with. But instead of backing down, they used fitness as fuel for their comebacks. Cade battled back after a broken wrist. R…

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From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Brandon Hillaker on Mental Health, Movement, and Mission 1:07:31

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In this inspiring episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, Adam and Waz sit down with Brandon Hillaker, triathlete, psychology student, and founder of Tri for Hope, to talk about the power of turning pain into purpose. Brandon opens up about his near decade-long battle with mental illness, recovery from a brain injury, and the jour…

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Leading Through Loss: Chief Nicole Ford on Strength, Service, and Speaking Up 58:53

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In this powerful episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, Adam sits down with Chief Nicole Ford, the Chief of Police in Midland, Michigan — to explore what true leadership looks like when life brings unimaginable pain. Chief Ford opens up about navigating personal tragedy, the weight of public service, and the importance of vulnera…

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Recovery, Real Love & Rewriting the Future – The Joel & Ashley Story 1:01:12

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In this episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, Adam and Waz sit down with Joel Hensel and Ashley Endline: a couple whose journey through addiction, recovery, and love is nothing short of powerful. Joel, now 8 years clean, has dedicated his career to prison diversion programs, helping people break the cycle before incarceration be…

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From Prison to Purpose – The Dan James Story 53:55

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In this powerful episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, Adam and Waz sit down with Dan James — a father, former MMA fighter, and coach who recently came home from prison. Dan opens up about the harsh realities of incarceration, the mental grind of reentry, and the daily battle to stay clean and focused. This is a raw, unfiltered …

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From Rock Bottom to Raw Art: The Redemption of Zach Brewer 1:01:43

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In this powerful episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt sits down with Zach Brewer—a man whose story is equal parts grit, growth, and grace. Once caught in addiction, Zach is now a father, husband, and artist living a life of recovery and purpose. From tattooing to digital design, Zach has found healing throug…

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From Sheriff to Governor? Chris Swanson’s Mission to Lead Michigan with Muscle, Mindset, and Reform 46:14

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On this episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, host Adam Wittbrodt sits down with Genesee County Sheriff- and now Michigan gubernatorial candidate- Chris Swanson. Known for his boots-on-the-ground leadership and bold stance on justice reform, Sheriff Swanson shares his vision for a better Michigan. From the power of fitness to the …

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Full Circle: From Service to Success with Matt Smith 54:27

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In this episode, Adam and co-host Dave Wazny sit down with Matt Smith, a veteran, former gym owner and trainer, and now a top real estate pro with Modern Realty. But titles only tell part of the story. Matt has always been about serving others, whether in the military, the gym, or the community. Adam reflects on how Matt played a key role in launch…

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Real, Raw, and Relentless: The Power of Authenticity with Dallas Rau 41:03

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In this powerful episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle & Mindset Mastery, Adam sits down with Dallas Rau for a no-fluff conversation about what it truly means to live in your truth. From recovery from injury to resilience through rehabilitation. Dallas opens up about her journey as a leader—and flips the mic to highlight Adam’s own vulnerability and…

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Grief, Grit, and Growth: Finding Strength Through Loss 52:27

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In this powerful episode of The Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, Adam and co-host Dave Wazny sit down with Terri Cosgrove and Jolynn Lippie—two incredible women who’ve faced heartbreaking loss and found healing through fitness. From the pain of losing loved ones to the daily fight to move forward, this conversation explores how grief chan…

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Breaking Chains & Building Futures: The Buddy Yancer Story 58:46

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In this episode of Level Up Life: Muscle and mindset mastery, Adam and Waz sit down with Buddy Yancer—a man who went from court-ordered recovery to contractor of second chances. After battling addiction and navigating the recovery court system, Buddy didn’t just rebuild his life—he started building others’. Buddy now runs a construction business wi…

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From Wall Street to Rock Bottom: Pat Patterson’s Journey to Redemption 34:43

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In this Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery episode, we sit down with Pat Patterson, Executive Director of the Blue Water Recovery Outreach Center. Pat opens up about his descent from a thriving career in finance to the depths of heroin addiction and homelessness. He shares the raw truth about battling prescription opioids, the stigma of addi…

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From Setbacks to Strength with Dave Wazny 36:54

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In this powerful episode of Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, I sit down with Dave Wazny—a man whose journey is all about turning adversity into purpose. We dive deep into Dave’s transformation story, the role mindset plays in overcoming life’s hardest hits, and how fitness became his anchor in the storm. Whether you're battling your own s…

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Felon to Founder: The Story Behind Level Up 20:52

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In this first episode of Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, I’m pulling back the curtain and giving you the unfiltered truth. This is my story—how I went from a life of addiction, arrests, and rock bottom moments to building a business, a brand, and a mindset that refuses to quit. I talk about the pain, the prison time, the people I lost, a…

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The Battle Within: Jimmy Greene’s Fight Against Prostate Cancer 39:16

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In this powerful and deeply personal episode of Level Up Life: Muscle and Mindset Mastery, we sit down with Jimmy Greene as he shares his courageous journey through prostate cancer. From diagnosis to treatment and beyond, Jimmy opens up about the physical and emotional toll—and the resilient mindset that carried him through the darkest days. This e…

Adam Wittbrodt Podcasts

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Faith, Fitness, and Lifelong Growth – A Conversation with Nathan Laplow 1:00:14

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Season 1 Finale – Reflect, Reset, and Rise 54:44

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Redemption Through Recovery Court – A Conversation with Judge Michael Beale 1:02:52

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Planting Seeds of Hope with Keri Kenney 59:04

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Strength Beyond the Barbell: Russell Yankee’s Journey of Lifting, Resilience & Growth 1:08:21

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From Survival to Success: Crystal Lynn Burditt’s Journey with Cozy Cats Café 54:22

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Lyrics, Loss & Leveling Up: Mike Richards of Adaboy! 58:12

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Still Fighting Battles You Can’t See 50:39

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Back Pain, Barbell Myths & Breaking Sugar Cycles 1:00:39

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Every Rep Should Have a Reason 25:11

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From Struggle to Strength: Chris Cohen & the SoberStrong Movement 1:04:40

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From Combat to Canines: Leadership, Loyalty, and Life After Service 1:04:28

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Built Different: Youth Resilience and the Power of Fitness 51:54

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From Breakdown to Breakthrough: Brandon Hillaker on Mental Health, Movement, and Mission 1:07:31

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Leading Through Loss: Chief Nicole Ford on Strength, Service, and Speaking Up 58:53

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Recovery, Real Love & Rewriting the Future – The Joel & Ashley Story 1:01:12

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From Prison to Purpose – The Dan James Story 53:55

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From Rock Bottom to Raw Art: The Redemption of Zach Brewer 1:01:43

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From Sheriff to Governor? Chris Swanson’s Mission to Lead Michigan with Muscle, Mindset, and Reform 46:14

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Full Circle: From Service to Success with Matt Smith 54:27

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Real, Raw, and Relentless: The Power of Authenticity with Dallas Rau 41:03

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Grief, Grit, and Growth: Finding Strength Through Loss 52:27

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Breaking Chains & Building Futures: The Buddy Yancer Story 58:46

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From Wall Street to Rock Bottom: Pat Patterson’s Journey to Redemption 34:43

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From Setbacks to Strength with Dave Wazny 36:54

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Felon to Founder: The Story Behind Level Up 20:52

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The Battle Within: Jimmy Greene’s Fight Against Prostate Cancer 39:16