Episodes
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ATHX Long Beach, DEKA Atlanta, Super Age Games Review
Jen Dufresne joins the show to discuss her experience at the Super Age Games. She shares what she liked about the event, as well as her concerns about pricing, coverage, and results. The crew also discusses ATHX Long Beach, including the race format, scoring, podiums, and photos. Matt shares his...
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HYROX Hamburg Elite 15 Interviews: Singles and Doubles
Matt talks with the Elite 15 athletes right after they finish at both Hamburg races. Lauren Weeks and Vivian Tafuto go 2nd and 3rd in singles and then win doubles, Cole Learn and Fred Dubé hold on to win men’s doubles by 16 seconds, and plenty of athletes talk honestly about races that didn’t go...
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HYROX Hamburg Review. DEKA Toronto. You Can See Everything.
TOPICS: Spoiler warning 0-34 minutes - Movie corner on You Can See Everything opens the show Birmingham’s record week and the Hamburg Challenger races nobody saw Dave’s relegation idea for the Elite 15 Hong Kong or Nothing The pre show fluff pieces HYROX, World Triathlon, and the Olympics Hunter...
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HYROX Tampa Pro Men & Women Finishers
Matt talks with the Pro podiums, age group winners and a few surprise guests right after they finish at HYROX Tampa. Rich Ryan wins Pro Men despite a wrong turn in the Roxzone, Willow Collins adds another Pro Women win, and Elizabeth Jones takes 2nd in her first ever HYROX. Plus Paul Kaup’s age...
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HYROX Struggle Bus In Tampa. HYROX Hamburg Elite Doubles Preview. Cruise Thoughts.
Matt and Cheryl go through their Tampa doubles race, where the runs were great and the stations, untrained, were not. That includes the burpee broad jump warning, a 7:14 on wall balls and the new no sitting on the bucket rule. The crew also covers spectator ticket sellouts, the HYROX cruise and...
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He Made $100K Plus In One HYROX Race
Marc Lou’s 10 year journey building 36 startups solo Earning over $1 million a year at 85% profit with zero employees Sponsor My Body, the auction that sold space on his HYROX race kit Raising $35K in 24 hours and over $112K total Why the story mattered more than the sponsors How AI is changing...
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HYROX Hamburg Predictions. Plus Testing The New HYROX Points Elite System.
Matt, Dave, and Chris Bayens discuss the latest HYROX news and preview Hamburg, the first Elite Series race of the season. The proposed HYROX cruise race The first Elite Town Hall and Elite Working Group Coach zones and athlete feedback Points, ties, strength of field, and Elite 15 qualification...
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CrossFit and Greg Glassman Behind The Scenes | Calum Marsh
Calum Marsh joins Matt to discuss his new book, The Glass Box, an inside look at the rise of CrossFit and the people who built it. Marsh spoke with Greg Glassman, Dave Castro, Lauren Jenai, Matt Fraser, and others while reporting the book. They discuss Glassman’s unconventional leadership,...
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HYROX Boston Sleds. ATHX Miami Recap. YouTube Shuts Down Hiller.
Matt, Cheryl, and Dave are joined by Matt Kemp to discuss Hiller’s YouTube channel removal and what it means for creators ATHX Miami recap - format, judging, volunteers, and athlete experience HYROX Boston - sled conditions, course layout, and race-day experience Whether a premium HYROX race...
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HYROX Toronto Athlete Interviews
HYROX Toronto brought a deep field of Pro athletes and plenty of strong doubles teams. In this combined interview episode, Matt speaks with athletes across the weekend, from the Pro Women and Pro Men races to some of the top doubles teams. Singles interviews: Maddy Eybergen Vivian Tafuto Rachael...
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HYROX Toronto Recap And Town Hall Thoughts
Matt, Kevin, and Dave are back after HYROX Toronto, with Cheryl joining the conversation from home. They break down the weekend, including the Canadian-heavy podiums, the venue and spectator experience, judging, and what stood out on course. They also discuss LT Games, and why it is a strong…
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F45 Peak 500. Plus The Mad King Play Review and a Game of Thrones Rewatch.
F45 Deputy Director of Athletics, Johry Batt, joins Matt to discuss how the brand builds its workouts, the athletes featured on its in-studio screens, and the future of F45 Peak 500. How F45 selects its on-screen athletes from within its own community What goes into programming more than 100 F45...
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HYROX Prize Money, Challenger 15, Strong NY/ATHX, and DEKA Worlds Costs.
Matt B. Davis, Cheryl Snow, and Matt Kemp discuss: HYROX Major schedule, Elite 15 prize money, and kit rules The new Challenger 15 PUMA’s Project Podium and athlete sponsorships Matt Kemp's first ATHX workout at Strong New York HYROX’s upcoming Elite Athlete Town Hall DEKA World Championship…
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Willow Collins The Newest Track To HYROX Athlete. Mo Iqbal On FitLab. Plus Aaron Travers
Willow Collins Breaking Gonzaga’s 3K school record at the time Running 15:50 in her first 5K Finding HYROX after college Racing in New York, at Worlds and in Salt Lake City Improving burpee broad jumps and wall balls Her goal of breaking 60 minutes Racing Women’s Doubles with Molly Chambers…
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HYROX Salt Lake City Recap. Joanna Wietrzyk Apology. Youngstars US Debut. New HYROX Sled Runners.
This week, Matt, Cheryl and Dave discuss Joanna Wietrzyk’s apology and withdrawal from HYROX Beijing, what a real return to racing could look like, and the misinformation that followed the incident. Cheryl recaps racing HYROX Salt Lake City with her son, including his first HYROX experience, the...
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Alyssa McElheny Post Beijing Race. Plus Liz Plosser Suggests "That's Enough HYROX For The Day."
Liz Plosser on HYROX Beijing, Reporting, and Sauna Culture Liz Plosser joins Matt to discuss her GQ story on the HYROX Beijing incident, why nobody stopped Joanna Wietrzyk during the race, and the responsibility judges and officials have in moments like that. They also discuss covering…
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HYROX Beijing. The Big Story.
Matt B. Davis, Cheryl Snow, Ugly Dave and Matt Kemp discuss the most global story in HYROX History. The global reaction to Joanna Wietrzyk’s Beijing race incident. Whether Hybrid Fitness Media was right to report the story. HYROX China’s statement and the lack of a clear protocol. Why judges…
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Deadly Dozen World Champs 2026
We were live in Crystal Palace last weekend for the first ever Deadly Dozen World Champs. We spoke with a ton of podium finishers plus more in attendance. Gemma Rouse David Parkin Alexia Yannaros Jude Reynolds Hoyeon Yoo Rachel Hodgkinson Natalie Lawrence & Jana Lebenstedt Fabian Eisenlauer &...
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HYROX DC Judging Check In. Mo and Christian Buy HYROX Back. Deadly Dozen World Champs Recap.
HYROX founders Christian Toetzke and Moritz Fürste are back in control of the company. Matt, Cheryl, Dave, and Kevin discuss what the ownership change may mean for the future of HYROX, including Elite 15 prize money and why racers likely will not see immediate changes. Kevin shares his experience...
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HPX – The Hunner Percent Race 2026
Returning to Ayr, Scotland to capture HPX 2026. We interviewed the podium from all categories, plus a few others, and the man behind the race, Liam Walker. Mixed Corey Cringan & Erin Rumsey Lucy Welsh & Gavin Hogarth Emily Robertson & Dylan Thompson Women Eilidh Boyd & Emma Dearden Niamh McNally…
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HYROX Ergs That You Are Probably Doing Wrong and Why Wall-Ball Judging Needs to Change
Lars Rademaker joins Matt to talk HYROX racing, SkiErg and RowErg efficiency, and why going faster on the machines is not always the goal. Lars explains his approach to damper settings, recovering during the race, compromised running, and the techniques that can help athletes save energy for the...
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Deadly Dozen USA Relaunch-ish. Plus DEKA Raleigh.
Pete Saenz is the new USA Regional Director of Deadly Dozen USA. He and Deadly owner Jason RedBeard Curtis join us to talk all about the future of Deadly. Then the Mayor of Deka Town, Kevin Bubbles Gregory joins to talk DEKA Raleigh. Pete named Deadly Dozen's new regional director for the US…
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Nicky The Good Makes Catchy AF Tunes
Nicky the Good’s rapid growth on Instagram. How he chooses the House of the Dragon moments to turn into songs. Why Criston Cole’s death became one of his biggest videos. The creative process behind his AI-assisted music. Writing lyrics, building hooks, and finding the right sound for each song.…
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Mongolian Derby With Kris Rugloski. Plus HYROX Fash-un.
Matt, Cheryl, and Dave talk about fitness becoming more performative, Nike’s new looks, HYROX influencers, and whether saying you “did HYROX” after a relay is a little misleading. Then Kris Rugloski joins the show to talk about finishing the Mongol Derby, a 1,000km, 10-day horse race across...
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House Of The Dragon Season Finale
Once in a while it's nice to take a break from wall balls. Bryan of House Darling and Matt B. Davis break down all the amazing action, death, betrayals, and more from Season 3. Episode 8, Season Finale, of House Of The Dragon. AKA HotD. Today we discuss: Aegon’s incredible return and why fans are...
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HYROX Mid 15 With Ryan Douglas and HPX 2026 With Liam Walker
Why Ryan is skipping DC to race HYROX Acapulco. What Ryan needs to do to qualify for the Elite 15 in Hamburg. The birth of the “Mid 15” nickname. HYROX prize money, athlete investment, and the new Elite Series. Judging controversies and why race-altering calls matter most. The packed 2026/27…
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HYROX Judges Changes. DEKA Prizes Move South. DEKA Euro Champs Announcement.
Kevin Bubbles Gregory joins Matt, Dave and Cheryl. DEKA Philadelphia, including attendance, judging, and Josh Gonzalez’s podium streak Prize money from the canceled DEKA New York event moving to Raleigh Atlanta’s upcoming DEKA Ultra World Championship and prize money The new DEKA EMEA…
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Roy Stalin From Better Off Dead, Athletech News' Eddie Hertzman, and a Big HYROX Sim With Matt Wiitala
A packed episode featuring three very different conversations. Eddie Hertzman of Athletech News joins to discuss building a media empire from an anonymous newsletter and the flood of institutional money into fitness and wellness. Then Matt reconnects with actor Aaron "Rock" Dozier, who played Roy...
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House Of The Dragon. Episodes 6 and 7.
Matt B. Davis and Ser Bryan of House Darling recap Episodes 6 and 7 of House of The Dragon. 6 was late so here's 6/7. Episode 6 House of the Dragon episode six reactions and why critics may be too focused on book changes. Criston Cole’s death, the Butcher’s Ball, and whether the show handled it...
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HYROX Prizes Go Down. HYROX Elite Cruising No More. Plus What Happens When We Die?
The cancellation of HYROX’s cruise Elite Series race and why wind may not be the whole story. Which Elite 15 athletes were reportedly asked to attend the cruise and why that is a tough commitment before Hamburg. HYROX’s new Elite Series prize structure and why athletes are questioning the total...
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Judging HYROX, CrossFit, and Fitness Racing
Simon "Evil Twin" and Steven Rayner join the show to discuss: CrossFit Masters coverage and frustration with the FloElite broadcast. Simon explains his work as a HYROX Master Judge and judging across CrossFit and weightlifting. How judging standards should differ between Elite 15, Pro, and mass...
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HYROX Elite Series Update. DEKA Boston and Manchester Recaps.
Matt and Clayton race DEKA Mile teams. DEKA’s shirts, medals, and Spartan branding. Kevin’s 10-race DEKA Boston weekend. The cancelled DEKA New York event and missing prize money. DEKA Boston’s volunteer, production, and judging issues. Whether DEKA can fix its event format. HYROX ticket demand…
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HYROX New Judging Progam. MoonTea Chat About HOTD Episode 5. Let's Learn About GYMRACE.
Andrea Ferroni answers HYROX judging questions: HYROX’s new Core Head Judge program explained. Why the role may be difficult for judges with full-time jobs. Why HYROX needs more local teams as the schedule expands. The coming HYROX Head Judge course. Overjudging, standardization, and social media...
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HYROX. DEKA. ATHX. APEX. HTX.
Matt and Dave cover as much as they can in one hour. Cheryl is off this week. We talked for a few minutes and forgot to record. So you get the best of what we can give you in hour before Dave had to take his son to the airport. 00:00 HTX testing and the road to an official launch 03:32 ATHX Los...
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House Of The Dragon. Season 3 - Episode 4
Once in a while it's nice to take a break from wall balls. Bryan of House Darling and Matt B. Davis break down all the amazing action, death, betrayals, and more from Season 3. Episode 4 of House Of The Dragon. AKA HotD. They talk Sheepstealer and Rhaena, Daemon’s unexpected dad moment, Aegon’s...
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Rich Ryan Checks In On Worlds, BBJ Standards & More, Plus, Let's Learn About F45 Peak 500.
Rich Ryan Breaks Down HYROX's New Burpee Broad Jump Rule Why HYROX Doesn't Use Painted Lines for Standards Hunter McIntyre's No Rep Controversy at Worlds: Was It Fair? HYROX's Secret Rulebook Problem Rich Ryan on Racing Elite 15 for 5+ Years: Same Core Group, Tighter Margins The HYROX Ownership...
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HYROX New Judging Program. DEKA Chicago Recap.
DEKA Chicago production improvements and attendance. Lauren Weeks races doubles with Kevin Gregory. DEKA participation, growth, and gym challenges. New DEKA Gym vs. Gym competition explained. Qualification deadline changes frustrate affiliates. DEKA's new bike and machine updates. LT Games...
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Morgan Schulz, Lindsay Bessegato, HOTD S3 E3
Morgan Schulz returns to the show to break down an emotional HYROX World Championships in Stockholm. She shares the full story behind her asthma flare-up that forced her to withdraw from the Elite 15 singles race, the difficult decision to continue racing doubles the next day, and the medical...
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The Gentleman of Irish Fitness Racing
A visit to Dublin, Ireland for the 4th ever TRYKA event and three great conversations with people deeply invested in the future of fitness racing. First up is JP Mone of RAM, who shares the story behind one of the sport's most recognizable training tools. We discuss how the RAM evolved from a...
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TRYKA Recap. JK Responds To Hunter. What's A Rogue Air Rhino?
Rogue’s Air Rhino and whether it belongs in competition. Hunter McIntyre, JK, and public criticism of HYROX. Charlie Botterill’s wall ball camera issue in Sweden. HYROX rule clarifications and TRYKA sled friction decisions. Today’s episode is sponsored by Wodify. When your HYROX gym needs to run...
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House Of The Dragon - Season 3, Episodes 1-2
We take a break from all the crazy HYROX rule controversy to bring you one of Matt's favorite shows. Bryan Darling and Matt B. Davis break down all the amazing action, death, betrayals, and more from the first two episodes of Season 3 of House Of The Dragon AKA HotD. Today’s episode is sponsored…
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Hunter Is Mad. Who's Atop The New Elite 15? XENOM 001 Recap. TRYKA Dublin Preview.
Hunter McIntyre's response to the HYROX World Championship judging controversy. Dave's experience racing DEKA Atlas and concerns with the format. Is DEKA Atlas finding its audience or missing the mark? Breaking down the new HYROX Elite 15 points standings. How the new qualification system changes...
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HYROX Shoe Talk Plus Massive Weight Loss with Matt Halfhill
What does it take to completely transform your life? Matt Halfhill shares his inspiring journey from struggling with his weight to becoming a HYROX athlete. We dive into the habits, mindset, and training that fueled his transformation, why HYROX became the perfect challenge, and the advice he'd...
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HYROX World Champs 2026 Finish Line Interviews
Stockholm, Sweden. Live from the finish line at HYROX World Champs Women's Solo Alyssa McElheny – 1st place Sinead Bent – 3rd place Calypso Sheridan – 4th place Lauren Weeks – 5th place Emilie Dahmen – 7th place Lena Putters – 8th place Gabrielle Nikora-Baker – 9th place Jess Pettrow – 12th place...
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HYROX World's Recap - Was It The Best Event Ever? Plus Wacky Rules, Surprise Wins & More.
Press conference reactions and discussion around transparency from HYROX leadership. Judging controversies involving Cole Learn, Tim Wenisch, and Elite 15 rule interpretations Debate over athlete briefings, rulebook consistency, and communication with fans. LSKD and HYROX sponsorship controversy...
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HYROX NYC Week 2 Pro Men and Women. Plus Svenja Sommer.
The finish line interviews from HYROX NYC Pro Men and Women Week 2 with Noelle Morrow, Julia Kleinhampel, Alex Shabo, Stephanie DeCarli, Bailey Cook, Michelle Navarro, Rachel Wade, Roman Khrennikov, Marcus Wallace, Dawson Mills, Ryan Callahan, Christian Harris, and AJ Golik. Complete results from...
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HYROX Penalties! PUMA Wants To Make You A Star! Plus Thunder And Lightning Is Quite Frightening
Matt returns from HYROX New York with stories from Broadway, a Pro Doubles race, and a costly penalty that may have cost him and Matt Kemp a podium finish. The crew breaks down the sled pull mistake, racing outdoors at Pier 76, and whether HYROX should rethink refunds when weather shuts down...
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HYROX New York Athlete Interviews: Dylan Scott, Morgan and Fahsy, Greyson, Kent & So Many More.
Dylan Scott's win and managing effort ahead of HYROX World Championships. Stephen Pelkofer's runner-up finish and battle with Dylan Scott. Greyson Kilgore overheating, wall ball struggles, and racing strategy. Morgan Schulz holding off Kat Fahsbender in the Pro Women's race. Kat Fahsbender's...
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HYROX NYC Was Awesome. So Why Are We Still Complaining?
Special guest, Matt Kemp returns, along with usual hosts Matt, Cheryl and Dave to discuss: HYROX New York weekend recap and on-the-ground observations Dylan Scott's win and the men's race breakdown Morgan Schulz, Kat, and the women's race battle The heat factor and racing conditions at Pier 76…
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HYROX Golden Tickets. HYROX Elite Series Explained. Plus Enhanced Games Review. NYC HYROX Preview
Enhanced Games records controversy and timing accusations Fred Kerley’s 9.97 performance and reaction False start confusion and event production issues Thor vs. Mitchell Hooper deadlift mismatch The Enhanced Games business model and SPAC stock collapse Athlete payouts and whether competitors will...