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Conversations on sport, mindset, coaching, training, podcasts and coffee. Learn about, and from, the best athletes; coaches; affiliate owners and creatives in CrossFit.
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In this episode of the CrossFit Podcast, host Denise Thomas sits down with Rory McKernan and Angelo DiCicco to talk about everything from their hopes for the CrossFit community to stories from their early days. Community Highlight Bob Moran has been a police officer in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey, for 23 years. For much of that time, he was dri…
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On this week’s livestream, we’re unpacking why and how CrossFit’s community is different — to the point that some even call us a cult. Is it the culture or the community that makes us different? What’s the difference between them? What defines them? What does “community” even mean if everyone says they have it? Do you believe that walking into a Cr…
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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT – Yann Martel, Author of “Life of Pi” Yann Martel is best known as the author of the modern classic “Life of Pi.” But he also happens to be a longtime member at CrossFit Brio in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan. In this conversation with host Jocelyn Rylee, Yann shares how CrossFit became part of his life more than 14 years ago, and why he …
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Hero Workout Month at a CrossFit Affiliate - Jonny Davies
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Age-group athletes are the purest expression of what CrossFit stands for: proof that elite health has no age limit. From teenagers stepping onto the competition floor for the first time to 70+ athletes rewriting what aging looks like, age-group athletes are the tip of the spear — living examples that you can take ownership of your health at any sta…
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233: The Romance of Italy - with Katherine Mezzacappa
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This week we're joined from Italy by the brilliant Katherine Mezzacappa. Born in Ireland, Katherine is now based Tuscany, a country which has inspired her work as a historical and contemporary novelist. Her most recent novel, The Ballad of Mary Kearney was published earlier this year, sees Katherine return to her Irish roots, telling the tragic tal…
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Lucy Campbell - Second Fittest on Earth
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CrossFit’s new ad pulls no punches — but it’s only the starting point. In this livestream, Jocelyn Rylee sits down with Matt Souza, Jenn Pishko, and James Hobart to respond to the ad together, unpacking what it means in the context of CrossFit’s mission to make the world a healthier place. Whether someone is seeking to dominate their sport or impro…
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[LIVE] 2025 CrossFit Games: Top Moments and What It Means Going Forward (EP. 027)
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Catch up on this livestream from August 8th, 2025. The 2025 CrossFit Games delivered big moments — but more than that, they offered perspective. In this conversation, Denise Thomas, James Hobart, and Adrian Conway reflect on what stood out and what it means moving forward. The discussion goes beyond the leaderboard to focus on the connection betwee…
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Adrian Mundwiler's 2025 CrossFit Games Review
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232: Ice and Crime - with Sólveig Pálsdóttir
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If you're beginning to think we're obsessed with Icelandic crime fiction here on The Hobcast Bookshow - you may be right. We're delighted to be joined this week by our third great Icelandic crime fiction writer in recent months, Sólveig Pálsdóttir, the author of the popular Ice and Crime series. As we explore in this wide-ranging interview, Sólveig…
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The State of CrossFit - James Hobart
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CrossFit and Food Neurosis: ‘There is a Point in Nutrition at Which You Can Be Done’ (EP. 026)
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EC Synkowski joins Denise Thomas to talk about CrossFit, food, and how to cut through the confusion. EC is the founder of OptimizeMe Nutrition and the creator of the 800g Challenge, but her insights go way beyond a single method. They cover why some of us slide into food neurosis, how to know when your diet is actually “done,” and the biggest mista…
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231: Launching a new series - with Victoria Dowd
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In many ways, British crime authors are lucky. They stand on the shoulders of giants from the so-called 'Golden Age' of the genre: Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, Margery Allingham, G.K. Chesterton and Ronald Knox were just a few of the greats who established both the rules of the genre, and laid the foundations for crime fiction's enduring pop…
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“There’s No Going Back. Things are Only Moving Forward.” – James Hobart on the Future of CrossFit (EP. 025)
James Hobart has been part of CrossFit since the early days. He’s competed at the Games, demoed for CrossFit’s movement videos, worked on Seminar Staff, and spent nearly two decades watching the culture evolve. In this episode, he sits down with Denise Thomas to talk candidly about the state of CrossFit — and whether it’s lost its soul. From what i…
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230: A love letter to Oakland - with Nick Baham
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It sometimes feels as if this podcast feeds our "must visit pile". Whether it's Iceland, Seattle, Barcelona, Romania or Maine, our guests fuel our wanderlust with their passion for their home areas. That's the case again this week with our enthralling conversation with Dr. Nicholas Louis Baham III as we discuss his debut crime novel, The People's D…
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“It’s About More Than You” — Adrian Conway on the Engine That Props Up the Sport of CrossFit (EP. 024)
Adrian Conway has competed at the highest level of CrossFit, coaches athletes of all levels, is a Seminar Staff member, and a CrossFit Games commentator. In this conversation with Denise Thomas, he explains the symbiotic relationship between the CrossFit Games and CrossFit affiliates. Adrian offers a perspective on how the sport has evolved and how…
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This Rehab Has a Secret Weapon: CrossFit (EP. 023)
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Episode Description Angie Manson is the CEO of Elevate Addiction Services, a residential rehab program that integrates CrossFit into daily life. In this conversation with Denise Thomas, Angie opens up about her own recovery, what CrossFit gave her, and why every coach needs to understand addiction. Angie explains how EAS operates — from an on-site …
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229: The Organised Writer - with Antony Johnston
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Some guests are so good we have to give them two shows. So we're delighted to welcome back Antony Johnston again this week to discuss the methods and techniques he uses to cope with writing multiple projects in multiple formats at the same time. His advice is based on years or trial and error during his career as a writer for video games, films, gr…
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Toby Buckland - Training Think Tank 2025 CrossFit Games Rookie
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CrossFit Affiliate Series - Jonny Davies
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Big Fish, Little Fish, Cardboard Box - Lydia Fish
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Lucy McGonigle - 2025 CrossFit Games Rookie
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228: The Polymath Writer - with Antony Johnston
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Antony Johnston's list of achievements as a writer take the breath away. His work has been made into a star-studded Hollywood film. He's a legend in the video games industry with some of the biggest franchises amongst his credits. He's worked in the Marvel Comic universe with superheroes such as Daredevil and Wolverine. Antony is also an accomplish…
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Dave Castro Assesses the 2025 CrossFit Games Season
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Dave Castro on Taylor Self the CrossFit Games in Albany The 2025 season The Invitational coming back?! Calls for him to be fired The new CEO and Media Podcast Apparel https://www.coffeepodsandwods.shop/ Trusted Partners Onya Apparel https://www.onyaapp.io/ Train Sentinel https://www.trainsentinel.com/ GOWOD Free Trial https://premium.gowod.app/sign…
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Around the Whiteboard - Rookie of the Year 2025 at the CrossFit Games
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John Young v Bryson Delmonte v Seth Page Who wins Rookie of the Year at the CrossFit Games? Is Metfix competition for CrossFit? The Biggest Story at the CrossFit Games Will Be... Podcast Apparel https://www.coffeepodsandwods.shop/ Trusted Partners Onya Apparel https://www.onyaapp.io/ Train Sentinel https://www.trainsentinel.com/ GOWOD Free Trial ht…
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Dr. Stacy Sims is an exercise physiologist, nutrition scientist, TEDx speaker, and the bestselling author behind the viral phrase "Women are not small men." In this episode, she joins Denise Thomas to unpack what we really need to know about women’s physiology — and how most training and nutrition advice completely ignores it.They get into the mens…
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227: Adopting the Eastern Story Structure - with Jodie Robins
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We had one of those moments this week. In fact we had a few. Those moments when you are given an insight or information that challenges your perception of the world or the work you do. One of those came during our interview with author Jodie Robins, whose debut novella The Off-Season was published earlier this month. Jodie adopted the Eastern Story…
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Conor Murphy has worn many hats: Navy serviceman, CrossFit Games athlete, Seminar Staff trainer, and, now, head of Big Night Fitness and affiliate owner in Boston, Massachusetts. In this raw and real conversation with Denise Thomas, Conor opens up about the moments that nearly broke him — and how CrossFit gave him a second chance.From losing his sh…
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What Should CrossFit Do After The Sale? J.R. Howell and Jonny Davies
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226: The continuing rise of Icelandic crime fiction - with Jón Atli Jónasson
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The rise and rise of Icelandic crime fiction continues, and we at The Hobcast Bookshow are here for it! We're delighted to be joined this week by internationally acclaimed playwright, screenwriter and author Jón Atli Jónasson, whose brilliant novel Broken was published in translation this month by Corylus Books. His plays have been performed in maj…
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Dr. Major Allison Brager is a neuroscientist, a two-time CrossFit Games athlete, and one of the military’s leading experts on sleep and circadian biology. In this episode, host Denise Thomas and co-host Jocelyn Rylee dig in to what happens in the body during sleep, how your chronotype affects your performance, and the importance of sleep for recove…
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Nor Cal Review with Adrian Mundwiler
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Around The Whiteboard - Rating the CrossFit Games IPQ Events
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225: Risking Everything - with J.D. Barker
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Every so often, when Rebecca and I put down our microphones after an interview, we turn to each other and say: "That was great." Our interview with New York Times bestseller J.D. Barker is a classic example of that feeling. His journey to the top of the bestseller lists is remarkable. Encouraged by his wife, J.D. sold up everything and they moved t…
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The Case for Prevention: Why This ICU Doctor Believes in CrossFit (EP.018)
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Dr. Kwadwo Kyeremanteng is an ICU doctor in Ottawa who spent the pandemic treating some of the sickest patients in Canada. In this conversation, he explains how his experience in the ICU during COVID changed the course of his life — and set him on a mission to keep people out of his ward.In his episode, he talks candidly about what it’s like to del…
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224: Storytelling for all ages - with Anne Booth
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You'll know by now that we're obsessed with good storytelling here at The Hobcast Bookshow. Our guest this week, author Anne Booth, has a passion for engaging readers, whatever their age. Anne waited until she was 49 before her first book was published, but she's certainly making up for lost time. Her publisher credits include Puffin, Nosy Crow, OU…
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Dr. Rhonda Patrick on High-Intensity Exercise and Health (EP.017)
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Dr. Rhonda Patrick is a leading researcher in nutrition, aging, and metabolic health. She’s known for translating complex science into practical tools for longevity and performance — and now, after a year of doing CrossFit, she has new insights to share. In this episode, Rhonda joins Denise to break down the cellular mechanisms behind high-intensit…
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223: The coach will see you now - with Rachel Grosvenor
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Anyone embarking on writing a book will know how tough a journey that can be, and how many unexpected bumps and hurdles can be encountered. Our guest this week, Rachel Grosvenor, has combined her knowledge as a writer and editor with her training as a certified life coach to become a writing coach. She aims to help her clients through the creative …
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Syndicate Crown Preview - Adrian Mundwiler
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Scott and Gwenna Bradley are the heart and backbone of Underground PDX, a nonprofit CrossFit affiliate that serves kids and families in one of Oregon’s most high-risk communities. In this episode, they open up about trauma, healing, and the power of love and consistency. Scott shares his personal story — from addiction and incarceration to ministry…
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222: Finding inspiration - with Alison Stockham
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We're thrilled to be speaking to author Alison Stockham again on The Hobcast Book Show. Alison joins us for a third time, to celebrate the recent release of her latest psychological thriller, The Man She Married published by Boldwood Books. Regular listeners will know that Alison has a background in TV and film production, worked with the Cambridge…
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Around The Whiteboard - Syndicate, Torian and the Strength of Field
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Using Competitiveness without Alienating Members - Affiliate Series - Jonny Davies and J.R. Howell
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Episode DescriptionCrossFit Competition Director Adrian “Boz” Bozman joins the show to reflect on the evolving landscape of the sport and its roots. With nearly 20 years in the CrossFit ecosystem — as an athlete, coach, judge, long-time Seminar Staff member, and even Games director — Boz brings a unique perspective on the methodology’s intent and i…
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221: Meet the queen of Catalan crime fiction - with Teresa Solana
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Can crime fiction rebuild a national identity? Our guest this week, award-winning author Teresa Solana, believes it can certainly help. Teresa has won admirers world-wide for her crime fiction centered on her native Catalonia and Barcelona, which has been translated into eight languages. But she's most proud of her contribution to rekindling the Ca…
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