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EPISODE · Feb 25, 2026 · 34 MIN

Xponential Fitness' Predatory Franchise Fiasco (TCF Investigates)

from The Capitol Forum Podcast · host The Capitol Forum

When a Pittsburgh based business owner opened a franchise of one of Xponential Fitness' exercise brands, he had no idea it would end in bankruptcy, intimidation and threats of violence. Today on The Capitol Forum Investigates, investigative correspondent Kim Geiger discusses her multi-year investigation into the company Xponential Fitness, and reveals how they lured franchise owners into a predatory relationship that led multiple franchisees to file for bankruptcy, and has made Xponential the target of multiple government probes and lawsuits. 

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