2WL Episode 227- Meet Etiquette, PA Nats announced, Raw Nats early storylines, and more! by

2WL Episode 227- Meet Etiquette, PA Nats announced, Raw Nats early storylines, and more!

On this episode of 2WL, we discuss:- Russ no longer on the Raw Nats roster (2:28 - 17:45)- How the loss of Russ shakes up the 82.5s at Raw Nats (17:45 - 26:54)- Our thoughts on podcasts saying "USAPL doesn't count" (26:55 - 42:35)- Threads, SBD sounding like WNBA team names, and powerlifting sub cultures (42:36 - 53:15)- USAPL Regional/National referee rule change (52:16)

On this episode of 2WL, we discuss: - Russ no longer on the Raw Nats roster (2:28 - 17:45) - How the loss of Russ shakes up the 82.5s at Raw Nats (17:45 - 26:54) - Our thoughts on podcasts saying "USAPL doesn't count" (26:55 - 42:35) - Threads, SBD sounding like WNBA team names, and powerlifting sub cultures (42:36 - 53:15) - USAPL Regional/National referee rule change (52:16)

2WL Episode 226- Russ out of Nats, 82.5s, USAPL doesn't count? and more!

On this episode of 2WL we discuss:- TBS PQ/Southern Regionals recap (3:17 - 35:34)- Steve questions if Russ is doing Nats (35:35- 45:49)- Issues with lifters saying "Im going to the IPF" (45:50 - 64:20)- We read Gneo's email to Gaston after the Sheffield incident (64:21 - 73:33)- Steve shares a story about how he got sued by the record industry (73:34)

On this episode of 2WL we discuss: - TBS PQ/Southern Regionals recap (3:17 - 35:34) - Steve questions if Russ is doing Nats (35:35- 45:49) - Issues with lifters saying "Im going to the IPF" (45:50 - 64:20) - We read Gneo's email to Gaston after the Sheffield incident (64:21 - 73:33) - Steve shares a story about how he got sued by the record industry (73:34)

2WL Episode 225- TBS PQ Recap, Russ out of Nats? "going to the IPF", and Geno's email to Gaston

On this episode of 2WL, we discuss:- USAPL Raw Nats schedule change (2:19 - 20:08)- APU lifters being punished for saying they may switch over to the USAPL (20:09 - 30:20)- TBS Pro Qualifier Preview (30:21)

On this episode of 2WL, we discuss: - USAPL Raw Nats schedule change (2:19 - 20:08) - APU lifters being punished for saying they may switch over to the USAPL (20:09 - 30:20) - TBS Pro Qualifier Preview (30:21)

2WL Episode 224-USAPL Raw Nats Schedule Change, IPF/APU, and TBS Pro Qualifier Preview

On this episode of 2WL, we recap 2023 IPF Worlds:- 59 kg (2:16 - 19:16)- 66 kg (19:17 - 29:53)- 74 kg (29:54 - 46:21)- 83 kg (46:22 - 62:00)- 93 kg (62:01 - 72:12)- 105 kg (72:13 -77:06)- 120/120+ (77:06 - 84:59)- 47 kg (85:00 - 90:16)- 52 kg (90:17 - 93:42)- 57 kg (93:43 - 104:22)- 63 kg (104:23 - 110:03)- 69 kg (110:04 - 113:53)- 76 kg (113:54 - 120:15)- 84 kg (120:16 - 124:04)- 84+ kg (124:05)

On this episode of 2WL, we recap 2023 IPF Worlds: - 59 kg (2:16 - 19:16) - 66 kg (19:17 - 29:53) - 74 kg (29:54 - 46:21) - 83 kg (46:22 - 62:00) - 93 kg (62:01 - 72:12) - 105 kg (72:13 -77:06) - 120/120+ (77:06 - 84:59) - 47 kg (85:00 - 90:16) - 52 kg (90:17 - 93:42) - 57 kg (93:43 - 104:22) - 63 kg (104:23 - 110:03) - 69 kg (110:04 - 113:53) - 76 kg (113:54 - 120:15) - 84 kg (120:16 - 124:04) - 84+ kg (124:05)

2WL Episode 223- 2023 IPF Worlds Recap

On this episode of 2WL, we recap the storylines surrounding IPF Worlds which included:- A major announcement (2:15 - 6:21)- The Jury system (6:21 - 32:50)- Article 14 potentially being removed? (32:51 - 41:02)- [Redacted] Browns actions at the award ceremony (41:03 - 52:35)-Sheffield roster (52:36 - 60:30)- Raw lifting being in the World Games (60:31 - 74:04)- And travel is overrated (74:05)

On this episode of 2WL, we recap the storylines surrounding IPF Worlds which included: - A major announcement (2:15 - 6:21) - The Jury system (6:21 - 32:50) - Article 14 potentially being removed? (32:51 - 41:02) - [Redacted] Browns actions at the award ceremony (41:03 - 52:35) -Sheffield roster (52:36 - 60:30) - Raw lifting being in the World Games (60:31 - 74:04) - And travel is overrated (74:05)

2WL Episode 222- IPF Worlds Storylines

On this episode of 2WL, we preview the Men's  division of 2023 IPF Worlds. We give our predictions, previews, and analysis of:- 59 kg (1:10 - 17:46)- 66 kg (17:47 - 32:58)- 74 kg (38:59 - 46:08)- 83 kg (46:09 - 61:05)- 93 kg (61:06 - 74:03)- 105 kg (74:04 - 86:30)- 120 kg (86:31 -91:40)- 120+ kg (91:41)

On this episode of 2WL, we preview the Men's division of 2023 IPF Worlds. We give our predictions, previews, and analysis of: - 59 kg (1:10 - 17:46) - 66 kg (17:47 - 32:58) - 74 kg (38:59 - 46:08) - 83 kg (46:09 - 61:05) - 93 kg (61:06 - 74:03) - 105 kg (74:04 - 86:30) - 120 kg (86:31 -91:40) - 120+ kg (91:41)

2WL Episode 221- 2023 IPF Worlds Mens Preview

On this episode of 2WL, we preview the Women's division of 2023 IPF Worlds. We give our predictions, previews, and analysis of:- 47 kg (2:24 - 27:43)- 52 kg (27:44 - 38:56)- 57 kg (38:57 - 58:10)- 63 kg (58:11 - 71:55)- 69 kg (71:56 - 86:50)- 76 kg (86:51 - 101:26)- 84 kg (101:27 -110:24)- 84+ (110:25)

On this episode of 2WL, we preview the Women's division of 2023 IPF Worlds. We give our predictions, previews, and analysis of: - 47 kg (2:24 - 27:43) - 52 kg (27:44 - 38:56) - 57 kg (38:57 - 58:10) - 63 kg (58:11 - 71:55) - 69 kg (71:56 - 86:50) - 76 kg (86:51 - 101:26) - 84 kg (101:27 -110:24) - 84+ (110:25)

2WL Episode 220- 2023 IPF Worlds Women's Preview

On this episode, Solana joins us to discuss:- Carolina Primetime Preview (3:12 - 69:50)- Issues with USAPL International (69:50 -84:22)- Are we in the "Austin Era"/ Dominque Fuqua big performance @90 (84:23)- Commercial gym story

On this episode, Solana joins us to discuss: - Carolina Primetime Preview (3:12 - 69:50) - Issues with USAPL International (69:50 -84:22) - Are we in the "Austin Era"/ Dominque Fuqua big performance @90 (84:23) - Commercial gym story

2WL Episode 219- CPT Preview, USAPL International, and the "Austin Era"?

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2WL Episode 218- Sumo Ban, USAPL Olympia, Ski Masks, and More! by

2WL Episode 218- Sumo Ban, USAPL Olympia, Ski Masks, and More!

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Great job, keep the episodes coming!

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Good show, but please increase volume especially for the guest.

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2 White Lights

Jamal Browner

On this episode of 2 White Lights we interviewed one of the best USPA lifters in the world Jamal Browner (@jamal_b15) on the show to discuss his performance at Boss of Bosses, the meaning behind the skittles, his origin story, the criticism he faced after Boss of Bosses, the changes he wants to make in future competitions, a technique tip, and much more (4:37-44:50).  We also have “USAPL eats the trash” with coaching fees and equipment changes at USAPL Raw Nationals (45:07-61:53).

2WL Episode 32- Jamal Browner

Joe Stanek

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I had my new and improved power lifting coach (sorry Layne) Joe Stanek (@Joe_tsa) on the show and we discussed his favorite client, how he got his start in powerlifting/fitness, his journey as a coach, occasions where he had to deny coaching, frustrating things he sees other coaches do, tips on how to stay healthy, "word association", and much more.

2WL Episode 43 - Joe Stanek

Richard Cho

Richard Cho joins us to discuss what he's been up to since the last time he was on the show. We discuss social media, his YouTube channel, what makes a powerlifter a "sell out", and qualifications coaches should have. Richard also discusses his current rivalry with Taylor Atwood, and we break down the 74 kgs and what the most stacked division in USAPL currently is.

2WL Episode 46-Richard Cho

Matt Cronin

On this episode of 2 White Lights 83 kg USAPL lifter and coach Matt Cronin came on the show to discuss his start in powerlifting, his journey as a high level coach, the similarities/differences between coaching and competing, his thoughts on the new USAPL new qualifying totals, the most frustrating things he sees other coaches and athletes do. We also play word association and rant on most annoying things powerlifters say/do.

2WL Episode 42- Matt Cronin

Ricky Cho

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed one of the best 74 kg lifters in the world, Ricky “The Villian” Cho (@pugthegoat) and we discussed his persona as the “villain” and if he tries to lean into that persona, if he has any true ill will towards any lifter, and if his trash talking is intentional. We also discuss how Jonnie Candito influenced his start in powerlifting/fitness, how the sport is growing into more of a spectator sport, his performance at Raw Nationals, his future goals in USPA/USAPL/IPF (big records coming?), and we play “word association”.

2WL Episdoe 38 - Ricky Cho

My recap of USAPL Raw Nationals as a competitor and also as a fan/spectator. I talk about my experience, my performance, watching the events, impressive performances, controversial calls, and much more!

2WL Episode 36 - USAPL Raw Nats Recap

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I find out that I won’t get to see the bright lights of primetime (sad face emoji) and I interviewed an all-time record holder in drug free deadlifting, Yangsu Ren (@deadlift_panda). Yangsu Ren talk about why he decided not to do Raw Nationals, his “origin story”, his massive surge in his deadlift, the surprising hate he’s been receiving on social media, his educational background, his willingness to share knowledge on social media, his powerlifting goals in 2020, I attempt to convince Yangsu to do a deadlift only meet with me, he gives us a “technique tip” on deadlifts, and we play some word association (5:40-85:27).

2WL Episode 33 -Yangsu "Yu-yu" Ren

Ben Poore

On this episode of 2 White Lights………… “Larry Wheels did something”….yikes (1:45-18:00). We recap a few meets that happened in Illinois over the weekend (Rockwell/Summer Bash) (18:26-33:50). Ben Poore (@ben.poore) came on the show for an interview to discuss his “origin story”, his performance at Colligate Nationals, changes he’s making to his program for Raw Nats, training at Indy City Barbell, lifters he admires, and his future goals as a powerlifter (34:20- 68:47). We finish off with the 2 White Lights Topic of the –“RPE vs percentage based training.

2WL Episode 26 - Ben Poore

Micheal Seay

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed one of the best 74 kg lifters in the world, Michael Seay (@maseayjr) and we discussed his hair being nicer than Taylor Atwoods, his wild week at USAPL Raw Nationals where he suffered an injury during the meet, cutting his chin during out of meet testing, and witnessing his girlfriend, Jasmyn Penn get robbed of a gold position on her final deadlift. Michael also described what exactly happened during his injury, how he got into powerlifting/fitness, the progression of the lifters in the sport, staying competitive, his future plans (meets/numbers), and “word association”.

2WL Episode 37 - Micheal Seay

Carson Allen

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we give you an extra-long episode that features former guests Sean Noriega (@hamstringpapi) and Matt Wallace (@mattwallace148) on to discuss the 2 White Lights Topic of the Week- “Thoughts and Opinions on WPO being broadcasted on ESPN” (Sean 2:19-46:24) (Matt 91:36-124:16). We also had one of the top 83kg lifters in the USAPL on, Carson Allen (@dallenpower) to discuss his origin story, his comeback after his injury at the Arnold, if he feels he’s “underrated”, his prep for USAPL Raw Nats, his goals for Raw Nats, “annoying things powerlifters say”, “technique tip”, and “FMK” (46:28-91:28).

2WL Episode 31- Carson Allen

Chris Bridgeford

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we were joined by Chris Bridgeford (@bridgeford242). We discussed how gym owners and goers should respond to the coronavirus, alternatives for lifters who don't have access to gyms, and how it will affect lifters/coaches/gym owners (4:01-27:46). We also discussed his training post injury, how it affected him mentally, and if he's going to get back on the platform again (27:58-53:35). Chris also explained the biggest issues he sees in the sport including the amount of federations and irresponsible supplement use (53:40-93:33)

2WL Episode 51- Chris Bridgeford

Sophia Rizzuto

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I interviewed one of the best 52 kg lifters in the world, Sophia Rizzuto (@sophiaarizzuto) and we discussed her perfect deadlift, the goods and bads of social media, how she got her start in powerlifting, and her performance at Raw Nationals. Sophia also expresses why she was disappointed with her performance at Nationals, her views on judging, and breaks down her deadlift technique by giving us a “technique tip”. We also play “word association” and “most annoying things powerlifters say”.

2WL Episode 39 - Sophia Rizzuto

Serena Abweh

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we talked to (@rena_serenaa) and we discuss how she got her start in fitness/powerlifting, how powerlifting has helped her overcome her struggles with anorexia, she gives advice for young lifters, she gives a "technique tip", we play "word association", and she shares her goals for 2020.

2WL Episode 44 Serena Abweh

Matthew Arremony

2WL Episode 45 - Matthew Arremony

Brandon Franklin

Here is an extra-long, bonus episode of 2 White Lights featuring Brandon “Frank Daddy” Franklin (@Frankdaddy29) and Matt Wallace (@mattwallace148)!  For the first installation of this episode, we interview Brandon Franklin and we debate on who has the better hair (3:09-6:30), how he got his start in fitness/powerlifting (7:00-10:48), if he believes his ventures in powerlifting neglects his accomplishments as a competitor (11:16-17:00). We also get his thoughts on “The Tribute” along with his favorite moments (17:15-29:37), if he believes more natural lifters will start joining non-tested federations (29:39-40:46), his thoughts on Pioneer not being a part of “The Tribute” in 2020 (41:46-45:47), how future meets should be organized (46:15-57:00). We finish off the interview by playing “FMK” (This was an extremely intense segment for Frank Daddy) (58:00-68:22), and “annoying things powerlifters say” (68:48-75:47).

2WL Episode 28 p.1 - Brandon Franklin

Joe Sullivan

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we had Joe Sullivan (@joesullivanpowerlifter) on the show to discuss his recent training, his “origin story”, how his mentality changed over the years, how powerlifting has helped his mental health, what he believes the most stupid debates are in powerlifting are, what legacy he wants to leave on the sport, "annoying things powerlifters say", "technique tip", and the Cohost Formerly Known as Enzo shares a story of the “ego boner” Joe have him when they first met (3:09-77:00). We finish off the show by giving some updates on future shows, potential giveaways, and future guests.

2WL Episdoe 27- Joe Sullivan

2WL Episode 41- Coaching, WPO, And Judging by

2WL Episode 41- Coaching, WPO, And Judging

While the coronavirus is ruining literally everything, my coach Joe Stanek (@Joe_tsa)came on to discuss my meet at the Arnold in which I totaled over 1700 lbs (775.5 kg) and broke an USAPL deadlift record.

2WL Episode 50- Joe Stanek Arnold Recap

On this episode of 2 White Lights, “The Fat Guy” is getting ready to compete at AAPF Nationals in South Carolina. We discuss our “2 White Lights Topic of the Week” (Favorite accessory movements for our main lifts) and we listen to our listener’s favorite accessory movements (12:48-58:23). “The Bad Guy” covers the “2 White Lights Question of the Week” on what mindset you should have during a meet (58:30 72:30). Bain has a “Technique Tip” on deadlift (turn up the volume) (72:35-75:35) and “Larry Wheels did Something” (75:45-80:25).

2WL Episode 10

A very egocentric episode of 2 White Lights where I discuss getting coached by Joe Stanek, my expectations for the Arnold, my opinion on the expo, what it means to me to compete there, and "The Kratos"

2WL Episode 49- Getting Coached, The Arnold, And "Kratos"

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