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Protein Bro's
by Kyle Comes & Jeff Wasserman
Finding success in the fitness industry is tough. Many try... many fail. Hosts Jeff and Kyle are two former hourly employees who worked the retail counter for a decade before climbing the ranks and opening their very own stores in the Midwest. Both have experienced the highs and lows that the fitness industry can bring, and know what it takes to have lasting success. Along the way they’ve made some incredible friends! The Protein Bro’s Podcast aims to highlight their stories and provide insight on what it takes to have longevity in the fitness industry.
Episodes
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#191 Kelsie Brown
Kelsie Brown is the owner of Kelsie Brown Fitness, the KBF App and The Barrn Gym in Olathe Kansas.After having kids, Kelsie found herself struggling with her fitness and figuring out who she was in this new chapter of life. Now, she uses that experience to help other postpartum moms do the same...
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#190 Ben Robertson
Ben Robertson was our male runner-up in the Supplement Superstores Lock In Challenge, dropping an impressive 12 pounds while learning what it truly means to stay locked in. For Ben, the biggest challenge wasn’t simply losing weight—it was finding a way to prioritize his health and fitness while...
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#189 Brian Teach
This week, we sit down with Brian Teach, Head of Product Development at 1st Phorm, to pull back the curtain on what actually goes into creating and formulating supplements for one of the biggest brands in the industry.Brian has been with 1st Phorm for over 15 years, and we dive into how product...
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#188 MUGZY pt. 2
In this episode of the Protein Bros Podcast, we sit down with Mugzy BullJunk to talk about his incredible rise to fame in the wrestling world and how he built a brand that has inspired athletes across the country. We dive into his experience competing in RAF, the lessons he's learned throughout…
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#186 DJ Sansone & Ashton West - The Yard Gym
The bros sit down with DJ Sansone and Ashton West, the owners of The Yard Gym in St. Louis and the upcoming Lee's Summit, MO location. We dive into how one of Australia's fastest-growing fitness brands made its way to the Midwest, what sets The Yard apart from traditional gyms, and why its unique...
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#185 Tyler Deen & Ryan Richardson - The Iron Reserve Gym
Tyler and Ryan are the owners of the brand new 24 hour gym - Iron Reserve in Independence, MO. Iron Reserve is not your typical gym - custom gold plated plates and dumbbells, state of the art equipment and a full med spa that offers facials, peptides, bloodwork and everything in between. Iron...
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#184 Aaron Summers pt. 1
This week on the Protein Bros Podcast, we're joined by Aaron Summers from 1st Phorm for the second time! If you've ever been to 1st Phorm's massive Summer Smash parties, you understand how amazing the event is — and Aaron is the man responsible for making it all happen behind the scenes. From...
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#183 Kyle Gillett pt. 3
Dr. Kyle Gillett returns for his 3rd appearance on the podcast and this one goes deep. We dive into the rapidly changing world of peptides and how professional athletes are beginning to view them for recovery, injury prevention, performance longevity, muscle retention, and staying competitive...
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#170 Kinsey Chavez & Jonathan Willis - Notion Lagree Studio
In this episode, we sit down with the owners of Notion Lagree Studio in Lee’s Summit - Kinsey Chavez & Jonathan Willis. Lagree is redefining what it means to build strength with intention. We dive into the Lagree method, why it’s exploding in popularity, and how Notion has created a community…
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#182 Will Moxley & Christian Miles
This week we’re joined by one of the most respected bodybuilding minds in Kansas City, Will Moxley, alongside returning guest and IFBB Pro, Christian Miles. Will has built a reputation for mastering the fine details—bringing a highly educated, calculated approach to nutrition, prep, and…
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#181 Ian Smith & Leo Cormier
The voice heard around the world. What started as a stand for his community quickly turned him into a polarizing figure—seen as both a hero and a villain. But through the noise, he earned something more valuable: respect. That respect led to a partnership with Leo of Recovery CBD. This week, they...
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#180 Jesse Thomas III
There is a lot of responsibility in training youth athletes and there is nobody that has proven success and results like @coachjessejewel After a very successful football career, Jesse took a leap of faith and opened @activestrengthco - a facility that is home to some of the best youth athletes…
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#179 Omber Khan
Legacy. Evolution. Vision.Omber Khan, owner of Health Spot and founder of Self Evolve, joins the show to break down the real story behind his family’s start in supplements back in 1993. We talk early industry days, the grind it took to build from nothing, and how he’s now pushing Self Evolve into...
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#177 Lexi & Brett Johnson
In this episode, we sit down with Lexi and Brett Johnson—power couple, competitors, and entrepreneurs making serious waves in the fitness space. Lexi is the owner of LJW, 1st Phorm Athlete and a rising force in the industry, while both her and her husband Brett compete at the pro level in HYROX,...
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#176 Iron Gates Gym - Morgan & Ryan
Today we’ve got Morgan and Ryan, the duo behind the brand-new Iron Gates Gym in Belton, Missouri. It’s a 24-hour access gym built for serious lifters, with a heavy focus on bodybuilding and real training culture. But the gym is just part of the story. Morgan and Ryan have both owned and operated...
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#174 Olivia Kerstetter & Chris Ibarra
Today we are joined by two absolute killers in the CrossFit world — Olivia Kerstetter and Chris Ibarra. Olivia is currently ranked 3rd in the world, and Chris is climbing the ranks as he placed 13th last year in the CrossFit Games. We dive into their journeys to the CrossFit Games, what competing...
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#173 Anthony Madonia
Anthony Madonia is the owner of Brave Enough CrossFit, host of Battle of the Brave CrossFit competition, former Marine and a highly successful Tactical Games athlete. In this episode Anthony gives us insight on why Brave Enough moved locations, why they are no longer hosting the Battle of the…
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#172 Dr. Kyle Gillett
Peptides. GLP-1s. Metabolic health.What’s real—and what’s misunderstood?In this episode, Dr. Kyle Gillett joins the show to unpack the science and clinical reality behind some of the most talked-about tools in modern medicine. We cover how GLP-1s actually work, where peptides fit in, common...
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#171 Jason & Heather May - Flex Fitness
This week on the podcast, we’re sitting down with Jason and Heather May, the owners of Flex Fitness in Kansas City, to talk all things growth, innovation, and what’s next for one of KC’s standout gyms.Jason and Heather break down the new additions to Flex Fitness—from upgraded equipment, smoothie...
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#169 Wes Hamilton & Ronnie Hill - Inclusiv KC
In this episode, we sit down with Wes Hamilton, founder of Inclusiv KC, Kansas City’s groundbreaking adaptive and inclusive gym redefining what fitness can look like for every body. Wes shares the powerful story behind the creation of Inclusiv KC — from his own journey to his mission of building…
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#168 JT Collor - Hot Feet Track Club
JT is the owner of Hot Feet Track club. Hot Feet is home to hundreds of youth track and field athletes that train under his expertise to grow and evolve their individual event. Over the 15 years of Hot Feet, JT has athletes in over 40 large colleges all around the states competing for national...
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#167 Micah & Diana LaCerte Pod
Micah and Diana are the owners of Hitchfit gym, Soul Fit Retreats, and now the authors of The Breaker book - highlighting the importance of men's mental health and giving them hope for a brighter future.Micah and Diana have been massive in the bodybuilding and fitness scene for 20+ years and have...
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#166 Tyler Maidment - Dawgpound KC
Tyler Maidment is the Owner of Dawgpound KC - a brand new 24 hour gym in Lee's Summit, MO.Tyler has worked his way through very tough financial times - almost homeless and sharing food with his dog with no heat. Now, with his second gym location - Tyler has built an amazing culture and community...
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#165 Caleb Blankenship - Body Shop Gym
Caleb Blankenship is the owner of Body Shop Gym in Kansas City. Caleb owns two locations, one in Overland Park, Ks and the second in Lee's Summit, Mo.On top of the two gym locations, Caleb has built a strong online personal training business and wishes to expand the number of gyms he currently...
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#164 Sid Balakrishnan - Beastified Gym
Sid is the owner of Beastified Gym in Overland Park, Ks and an IFBB Pro Bodybuilder.The day after making his pro debut, Sid had a life changing surgery that has completely shifted his mindset and gave him a new appreciation for the sport.In this episode, Sid talks through everything he has…
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#163 SWTHZ Contrast Therapy
SWTHZ is now open in Overland Park!Samantha and Daniel join the bros to give us the full break down of what all SWTHZ has to offer!State of the art cold plunges, high end infrared saunas, and even your own personal Vitamin C shower!Contrast therapy is one of the absolute best ways to improve…
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#162 Austin Pace - AMP Performance Gym
Austin Pace is the owner of AMP Perfeormace in Lee's Summit, MO where they hold group fitness classes and have state of the art golf simulators to improve your golf game!Austin started as a Tik Tok influencer but failed to find purpose in that area, so he shifted his focus to building an amazing...
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#161 Hyrox KC with Karen Tabuchi, Kevin and Juan Pichardo
‼️HYROX KC IS HERE‼️ Karen, Juan & Kevin join us to share the long awaited and very exciting news about the new addition to @ftr.fit HYROX KC! Over the last few months, @karen_tabuchi has helped the Pichardo brothers expand their amazing gym to become an official @hyroxamerica affiliate! The…
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#160 Will Grumke - 1st Phorm
Will Grumke stands at the intersection of passion, performance, and education in the health and fitness world and is the Director of Education at 1st Phorm. Will continues to push his physical and mental limits - not defined by comfort zones, but by the belief that every person has untapped...
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#159 Paige Donovan
Paige is the owner of Class Fitness in Shawnee, Ks and now her brand new location in Overland Park!Class Fitness is an all women gym that holds transformation challenges, bootcamp style workouts and creates an amazing environment for women!
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#158 Patriots Run with Jenny Stipp & Frank Potter
Jenny and Frank join the bros to highlight the Patriots Run on September 13th!The Patriots Run was designed to honor the legacy of our fallen troops and partners up with Folds Of Honor to give back to those who gave everything to us and our country.Race info: Date- 9/13/25 at 7:00 amLocation…
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#157 Ryan Moore - Embody Contrast Therapy
Ryan Moore is the owner of Embody Contrast Therapy in Overland Park, KS. Ryan dives deep into the science and benefits of the usage of infrared saunas and cold plunges.
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#156 Leo Cormier - The CBD King
Leo is the owner of Recovery CBD. Leo started his company with the mission to educate and spread the word on why everyone would benefit from the use of his products. Every single product of his is tested for purity and provides individual batch testing on his website. Train harder, recover better.
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#155 The Tren Twins
In this explosive episode, we sit down with viral sensations and gym legends The Tren Twins — Mike and Chris Gaiera. Known for their massive physiques, unapologetic mindset, and raw authenticity, the Twins open up about their rapid rise to internet fame, life off the camera, and the future of…
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#152 Olivia Kerstetter
Olivia is the most decorated crossfit athlete in Kansas City. Olivia is currently ranked 12th in the US at only 19 years old.In this episode, Olivia breaks down her intense training cycles, what it takes to rise to the top in the hyper - competitive world of crossfit, and her expectations on this...
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#146 Jordan Gambrell & Jennifer Elliot
Jordan and Jennifer are the heart and soul of Zone 6 Fitness in North Kansas City!Jordan and Jennifer join us to share what they do for the gym, what the gym has to offer, and their amazing event coming up on May 20th!
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#145 Dr. Dan & Elika Wells
Dan and Elika are the owners of Ignite Chiropractic and wellness clinic in Overland Park, KS.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Finding success in the fitness industry is tough. Many try... many fail. Hosts Jeff and Kyle are two former hourly employees who worked the retail counter for a decade before climbing the ranks and opening their very own stores in the Midwest. Both have experienced the highs and lows that the fitness industry can bring, and know what it takes to have lasting success. Along the way they’ve made some incredible friends! The Protein Bro’s Podcast aims to highlight their stories and provide insight on what it takes to have longevity in the fitness industry.
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Kyle Comes & Jeff Wasserman
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