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Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes

by Lianne and James

Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting. Lianne and James also give you an insight into the challenges and triumphs of balancing a relationship and a love for lifting. Don't miss out on a single episode of this one-of-a-kind podcast that will leave you laughing, lifting and inspired. Join Lianne and James every week on 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes'!

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Episodes

  1. OUR LAST EVER EPISODE?!

    This is James and Lianne's LAST EVER EPISODE (as an engaged couple)! Catch up with your favourite co-hosts in their final episode before they leave the Betrothed Club forever and join the Married Gang. James and Lianne share their thoughts on working with a nutritionist, discuss their recent wins...

  2. Celtic Nation and Bench Devastation

    It’s time for another comp review! And this time you’re in for a treat with a double episode as James and Lianne both share their experience of their latest competitions. Does Lianne manage to hold it together for her international debut? Can James keep his nerve during his first competition at...

  3. Gym Fears and Core Strength Pioneers

    In this episode, Lianne breaks down the recent break down she experienced at the gym - who knew she still had fears to face at this stage in her lifting journey?! Tune in to hear all about Lianne’s anxiety-inducing tale! Your hosts also share their thoughts on using a belt on the gym, as well as...

  4. The Graph Game and Chalk of Shame

    Welcome back to another wholesome episode of your favourite podcast! This week, James introduces a new segment: Graphs with James! Who wouldn’t love a maths-based guessing game when Lianne is terrible at guessing and maths?? Lianne and James also share their tried and tested methods of applying...

  5. WE TRY OUR FIRST EVER CROSSFIT WORKOUT!!

    For the One Year Anniversary celebration of launching Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes, Lianne and James are joined by some friends to take part in their first ever CrossFit workout! The four "athletes" brave Grace - 30 clean and jerks to be completed in as little time as possible. Will they...

  6. Team Scotland Surprise and Little J Tries!

    In this episode, Lianne shares some incredibly exciting news relating to Weightlifting Scotland (finally) and your hosts reveal a secret they've been keeping for over 2 months. Also, Lianne finally has her opportunity to give James his yearly performance review (aka bullying session) - will she...

  7. Lianne Tries Spin and Joins a New Gym

    Lianne has been trying some new things lately, including a traumatising spin class and joining a whole new gym! We also reveal the upsetting outcome of our 1 Year Anniversary activity poll and James discusses his hopes and dreams for Lianne over the next year. Don't miss out on another...

  8. Our Biggest Gym Fails and Lianne's Max Out Tales

    After months of poking fun at and mocking other gym goers, it is finally time for Lianne and James to get their comeuppance. Tune in to this week's episode to hear Lianne and James relive their most embarassing gym moments in all the (quite literally) gory details. We also get James' candid...

  9. Knee Sleeve Odours and Boulder Shoulders

    It's the return of the Gym Icks in this week's episode - tune in to find out what has disgusted James this time (even though he also does it himself...) and to gain some much needed advice if you are an owner of knee sleeves. Lianne and James also discuss a particularly upsetting beauty trend…

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  10. Securing the Bench with Craigy Strength

    It's time for the much anticipated review of James' second competition at Redbeard Barbell Club. Does James finally get his redemption after bombing out 3 months ago? How will he fare in his competition as a Craigy Strength athlete? Will he bestow greatness upon all those who compete under the...

  11. A Barefoot Surprise and PureGym Spies

    Grab your safari hat and cargo shorts and become fully immersed in the wilderness as Lianne and James take you on a journey into their experiences at their local PureGym. James outs himself as a terrible person to go to the gym with and Lianne shares her story of what it's like to be a…

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  12. Meeting With The Chief & Snatching Disbelief

    Lianne and James share their eventful week in today's episode of Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes. From receiving a concerning email to chatting with one very influential man in the Weightlifting world, Lianne and James are finally becoming the influencers they always dreamed of. Meanwhile,...

  13. Hot Ones Take Two!

    Lianne and James are up to their old tricks and are once again stealing someone else's video idea. In their second video podcast, they are doing another 'Hot Ones' style interview where they sample a 1.3 million Scoville spicy sauce while answering even spicier questions!...

  14. Leg Press Gang and Gym Slang

    In this episode it’s Lianne’s turn to quiz James on some unusual urban dictionary definitions, including “the scientology of the fitness industry”, the “most overrated lift” and “the most hard core of CrossFit exercises”. James also shares some more of his interesting experiences at the gym,...

  15. Urban Dictionary Games and Gaslighting James

    In this exciting episode, James introduces not one, but TWO new segments of the show - sharing his wild experiences in his new gym and quizzing Lianne on her knowledge of slang gym terms. Also, Lianne apologises for incorrectly and accidentally gaslighting James regarding the pronunciation of a...

  16. Gladiator Name and CrossFit is Lame

    Get ready for the third and final dramatic installment of Story Time with Lianne. A tale for the ages including coersion, bribery, and literal blood, sweat and tears (and maybe a little bit of vomit). James also shares his passion for cooking with some top tips on how you can smash your macros…

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  17. Competition Round Two and Tips to Help You Poo

    Tune in for the second installment of Story Time with Lianne to get the inside scoop on her performance and experience at her second competition of the year. Will she finally sit down in a Snatch?? Will she get the qualification total for the British Championships?? And will James finally stop...

  18. Quarter Life Crisis and First Place Prizes

    Lianne and James are back for Season 2 of your favourite podcast! They kick off their new season talking about what they've been up to and revealing some BIG changes in James' life. Even more importantly, Lianne gives a play-by-play of her first competition of the year in Scotland - does she bomb...

  19. Lifting Inspiration and Male Flirtation

    This week, Lianne and James talk about the people who most inspire them most, both in and out of the gym. The list includes strongmen, strong female lifters and some people closer to home. They also discuss Lianne's first foray into programming and a cheeky interaction James had while shopping…

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  20. Competition Review and The Spiciest Interview

    In an exciting twist on a traditional interview format, Lianne and James answer your spicy questions in this week's episode of "Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes"! What are they most afraid of? What would they like most to change about the other person? And more importantly, would they rather…

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  21. Episode 20: Interview with Gym Boyfriend Jay

    Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting.…

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  22. Episode 19: Globe Trotting and Bench Spotting

    Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting.…

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  23. Episode 18: Gym Bag Must Haves and Shakespearean Gags

    Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting.…

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  24. Episode 17: Bonking Conks and Exercises that Honk

    Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting.…

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  25. Episode 16: Correcting Facts and AI Chit Chats

    Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting.…

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  26. Episode 15: Workout Anthems and Exercise Tantrums

    Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting.…

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  27. Episode 14: Gym Partner Traits and Bench Press Debates

    In this week's episode, Lianne and James discuss what traits make up their ideal lifting partners and share their opinions on the new IPF Bench Press rules.

  28. Episode 13: New Year Treat and Queen of the Cheeks

    Lianne and James are back with a bang for 2023 discussing their best Christmas presents, new year resolutions and announcing the much anticipated crowning of Queen of the Cheeks.

  29. Episode 12: Chocolate Gains and Butt Sweat Stains

    Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes: The Christmas Special! Lianne and James answer questions from the listeners, judge icks and discuss their favourite parts of Christmas.

  30. Episode 11: Big Jerks and Insta Flirts

    This episode, Lianne reviews the comments she received on a semi-viral Instagram Reel, James comes up with a new segment for the podcast and some advice is shared which is actually useful (for once) in the Top Tip of the Week.

  31. Episode 10: Our First Guest - Coach Lizzie Havers

    Lianne and James welcome Coach Lizzie onto the podcast and ask her life's important questions such as:What does she prefer - Toe Shoes or Crocs?Who's her favourite - Lianne or James?What's her best lifting memory?Listen to find out the answers to these burning questions and more!

  32. Episode 9: Dirty Stinkin' Squats and Almost Missed Shots

    Lianne and James discuss their recent competition and max out, whilst giving you the inside scoop on some drama happening behind the scenes.

  33. Episode 8 - New Lifters and Bar Grippers

    Lianne and James answer your question in today's episode! What are the best grip accessories? Is 60 too old to start lifting? Do Polish eggs contain more protein? Find out the answers to all of this and more in the latest episode!

  34. Episode 7: Benching with Belts and Crossfit Melts

    Lianne and James discuss things about the gym that give them the ick and how lifting has impacted different parts of their lives.

  35. Episode 6: Protein Bars and Foam Rolling Scars

    Protein bar connoisseurs Lianne and James go on a quest to find the best protein bar in the market and make some groundbreaking discoveries.

  36. Episode 5: Podcast Cheating and Choccy Eating

    Get to know Lianne and James a bit better as they play their own version of Mr and Mrs. Who would be the one to get kicked out of a gym and who's more likely to throw up whilst exercising? Find out all this and more in today's episode!

  37. Episode 4: Thick Thighs and Competition Vibes

    Lianne and James give their top tips on purchasing jeans for the thiccer people in your life, discuss their experiences competing in weightlifting and powerlifting and how this has changed since they entered their first competitions.

  38. Episode 3: Sexy Voices and Big Booby Boys

    Lianne and James expose their favourite (potentially controversial) exercises in the gym and discuss the basics of competing in powerlifting and weightlifting competitions.

  39. Episode 2: Gym Boyfriends and (Too) Hot Girl Summer

    Tune in for the second episode of Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes where Lianne and James discuss the feedback they got from their first podcast, their favourite lifting moments and their biggest pet peeves about lifting culture.

  40. Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes: Episode 1 - How did we get into lifting?

    Lianne and James introduce themselves, the show and welcome you into their world of lifting, laughing and loving.

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting. Lianne and James also give you an insight into the challenges and triumphs of balancing a relationship and a love for lifting. Don't miss out on a single episode of this one-of-a-kind podcast that will leave you laughing, lifting and inspired. Join Lianne and James every week on 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes'!

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Lianne and James

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Are you ready for a side-splitting, weightlifting-infused dose of comedy? Look no further than 'Dates, Weights and Protein Shakes' - the hilarious podcast where Powerlifter James and Weightlifter Lianne take you on a journey through the ups and downs of their life, relationship and lifting. Lianne...

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