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Gatorboy & Silverback: Strength Philosophy

by Sam Phillips

Two trainers, a bodybuilder and an MMA fighter, discuss fitness, life, and their search for human excellence in all forms it may take.

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Episodes

  1. Episode 55: Group Fitness Tizzy

    If you can’t handle the heat…don’t coach 35 people at once.

  2. Episode 54: Live from Zoom via Satellite

    Alec was too busy. He’s a real dick you know that? He also got too stoned.

  3. Episode 53: Craft, Sexy & Fine

    I couldn’t get the episode audio to download…I’m sorry ok. We actually do talk about fitness in this one…weird.

  4. Episode 52: Trips to BP

    Not everyone should be allowed to take drugs…

  5. Episode 51: Couples Racing

    I literally don’t know what we talked about. I started drinking Kratom and I was out of it.

  6. Episode 50: Pissing in a Park

    50 Episodes. That’s half of a hundred. So naturally we talk about some deep psychological fears.

  7. Episode 49: Pray and Obey

    We’re back! Alec had his bachelor party and that’s why we took some time off. We actually talk about fitness in this one. Alec watched something he can’t wait to talk about. It’s a let down.

  8. Episode 47: Dewey Cox

    Alec avoids a scam and Sam tells him about Roman Polanski. Then we name the episode Dewey Cox to not be associated with either of those things.

  9. Episode 46: Spy Kids

    Sam thinks Alec is drinking an energy drink. He’s not. He’s getting a little tipsy at 2 in the afternoon. So helpful.

  10. Episode 45: National Treasure 2

    Nick Cage is a god amongst men, Alec loves making very bold claims with no evidence, and how to shake your friends subtly.

  11. Episode 44: Dumb, Dumb & Dumber

    Can we do basic math? No. Do we both know who Alan Turing is? Yes. Is it because we watched a movie? Maybe. What else don’t we know?

  12. Episode 43: I Don’t Remember Swallowing a Marker

    We actually talked about some fitness stuff! Yeah we talk shit too but we discuss food and if fitness watches are actually helpful.

  13. Episode 42: Alec Chose Violence

    Not quite sure what got him going but he really lights into some people. Is it warranted? Maybe. Does he go too far? Always.

  14. Episode 41: Maxwell Trial Results

    With the Depp-Heard Trial taking up every media outlet Sam has to fill Alec in on the fact that the Maxwell Trial even happened…

  15. Episode 40: An Amalgamation of Questions

    This week we combine a bunch of questions no one asked us and get deep into our formative years. Learn about all the times Sam blew shit up. And, a close call for Alec.

  16. Episode 39: Practical Jokers/Dave Duffy Returns

    Back by popular demand. Dave Duffy. We tell debate jokes, and get deeper into his mysterious existence. You don’t want to miss it.

  17. Episode 38: No One Tells Sam Anything

    It’s a pattern. It’s cool tho. He doesn’t want to go anyway.

  18. Episode 36: Meet Dave Duffy

    It’s happened we have a guest. Super fan Dave Duffy dropped by. Find out why his socks don’t match and a whole lot more.

  19. Episode 35: It’s Not Our Fault

    Nothing that went on is our faults. We swear.

  20. Episode 34: B*tch Where You At?

    Sam accused his fiancé of something accidentally when really he was concerned for her life. He’s a good guy…just dumb sometimes.

  21. Episode 33: Sam’s In A Tizzy

    What does he get super worked up about? Well a lot of stuff but what is it this time?

  22. Episode 32: We Pulled It Out

    This is an experiment in perseverance. We’re shining examples of commitment.

  23. Episode 31: We Made Up

    Alec realizes he was wrong all along about everything and apologizes. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alecs Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group:...

  24. Episode 30: Our First Fight

    Things get heated... Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alecs Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3610090339075812/

  25. Stop Giving China The Olympics

    Why do we keep doing that?

  26. Episode 28: Sam Is Really Bummed About The Whole Neil Young Thing

    And Joni Mitchell too? Is anyone else super sad they're being dumb? Nope just me. If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs…

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  27. Episode 27: Alec Says Something Controversial...Again

    I don't remember what it was but I know it'll rub some people the wrong way. If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram:...

  28. Episode 26: Hot Boy Of The Day

    If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alec Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group:...

  29. Episode 25: Broken Mirrors & Wet Dreams

    We’re really going off the rails. This podcast had made both of us unemployable. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alec Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group:...

  30. Episode 24: Attached at the Dick

    Conjoined twins and gi jiu jitsu. Sam is barely awake the whole time. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alec Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group:...

  31. Episode 23: Alec says something controversial.

    What it is? Who does it offend? You’ll know when you hear it…not good. I don’t condone.

  32. Episode 22: Attack Of The Virgins

    This isn’t good…the whole towns being overrun! Someone’s gotta fight back. It’ll take the greatest team ever assembled, and even they could fail. What exactly are we talking about? You gotta listen to find out.

  33. Episode 21: Pig Castration

    Bad tattoos and losing your balls, not a pleasant day. If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ — Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 — Sams Website: ftdfit.com — Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts —...

  34. Episode 20: Trips 2 Target

    We made it to 20 episodes?? Damn. If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alec Website: gw-fit.com…

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  35. Episode 19: “Conspiracy” Discussions

    Sam and Alec start talking about gaining weight then weight cutting for bodybuilding and fighting. However, they fall into a discussion of the JFK Assassination, MKUltra and other “conspiracies”. Alec is uneducated on all of them and makes wild claims. Which may or may not be close to the truth.

  36. Episode 18: Alec Comes Prepared...Kind Of

    This week Alec comes with a list of notes and topics...but had no idea what any of them meant. If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com...

  37. Episode 17: Naughty Butts & The Rise of Obesity

    If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alec Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group:...

  38. Episode 16: Let’s Trend-Squid Games, Dune, Let’s Go Brandon, and Beagles.

    Sam and Alec go on a mission to try and make the podcast trend. They discuss everything popular going on in the world. Think of it as an experiment in algorithms and analytics.

  39. Episode 15: Alec Goes To Disney & Sam Makes a Mistake

    If you enjoyed our podcast, please like/subscribe and check out our other accounts. Sams Apparel Brand: https://www.live-forever-die-whenever.com/ Sams Instagram: @gatorboy_66 Sams Website: ftdfit.com Alecs Instagram: @yolked_thoughts Alec Website: gw-fit.com Alecs Facebook Group:...

  40. Episode 14: His Name Is What? & Kettlebell Swings V. Barbell Deadlifts

    This week, as they catch up, Sam realized Alec doesn't know the name of someone he only talks to on Instagram. Then they get into discussing the benefits and differences between Kettlebell Swings and Barbell Deadlifts. Bases on a poll Sam ran on his Instagram, people seem to be pretty split. If…

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  41. Episode 13: DeadHead Conversion Therapy (& a little about testosterone)

    Sam hijacks the episode to try and get Alec into the Grateful Dead...doe it work? I'm not sure. They also discuss the unreliable "normal" range of the Testosterone scale as well as the difference between Total Testosterone and Free Testosterone. If you enjoyed our podcast, please follow our other...

  42. Episode 12: Coming Back From Knee Injuries

    This week Gatorboy & Silverback Strength Philosophy, This week the fellas talk about their favorite movies, how Star Wars goes deep into philosophy, and how Sam is rewatching everyone's favorite magical hero, Harry Potter! They discuss man-spreading, and how it is very bad to do, and they dive…

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  43. Episode 11: How To Winterize Your Lifestyle

    This week Gatorboy & Silverback Strength Philosophy, They have the HOTTEST START and talk about what it is like to barefoot ski behind a boat (:40) Alec is giving a Nutrition talk at On the Rise Fitness In Sharonville Ohio, covering Nutrition 101, as many people do not have a grasp of the basics...

  44. Episode 10: How To Boost Your Testosterone Naturally

    This week Gatorboy & Silverback Strength Philosophy, The boys talk about a woman collapsing in the middle of a Dead Concert, only to cuddle up with the artist of our intro song! (4:10) They talk about a man who just wanted to be everyone's friend and fit in, but his dad was stealing his shine...

  45. Episode 9: Macros and More!

    This week the boys catch up, talk about Sam's gym updates, their friend Tyler, and much more. Then they get into Alec's thoughts on Sam's physique. This leads to a conversation on Macros. They go over the four big categories inn order of importance and how to break them down and take them into...

  46. Episode 8: Why Work Out If You're Just Going To Die

    This week on GatorBoy & Silverback Strength Philosophy The boys get to discuss “Why should I live a healthy life of nutrition and fitness when we are all going to die in the end?” The fellas get to talk upfront about Sam’s possible new design for his fighting trunks, Skinning alligators, Alec’s...

  47. Episode 7: How To Let Loose Without Compromising Your Fitness

    This week on Gatorboy and Silverback Strength philosophy, we got to talk about how to still live your life on the weekends, and maintain your results and on track to your goals. The boys catch up about their week, They talk taxes, and for clarity, they are paid quarterly!! Alec talks about the…

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  48. Episode 6: Warmup & Recovery

    This week on Gatorboy & silverback strength philosophy, the fellas talk about The previous week and How Alec’s 21 day challenge is going They talk about how Sam’s clients are currently going and how he has been going about training them Then they get into the questions: 1)What is the best way to...

  49. Episode 5: Can You Look Good and be a Fighter at the Same Time, Top 5 Kettlebell Exercises

    Sam and Alec catch up and talk about Sams engagement and Alecs cats trip to the vet. Then as they get a little tipsy on whiskey they discuss the difference between aesthetic and performance training as well as the essential kettlebell exercises. You can find everything they reference in the…

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Two trainers, a bodybuilder and an MMA fighter, discuss fitness, life, and their search for human excellence in all forms it may take.

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Sam Phillips

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