Episodes
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Your Destination Highland Game
This week it's all about your new favorite destination highland game, The Smoky Mountain Scottish festival and games! There are major changes coming and all for the good! Well we tried to keep it all about the game but you know us... we got off the rails a little. Have fun and we hope you enjoy…
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Highland Games 101 & The Pull UP Debate
Thinking about competing in your first Highland Games? This week on The Iron Palace Podcast, we break down everything beginners need to know, from essential gear and kilts to what you can skip buying. We also dive into why so few people can do pull-ups, how to train for your first one, and why...
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Are GLP-1's Cheating or The Cure For Obesity?
To start off i would like to apologize for some hiccups you may notice this week. We have gotten some new equipment that we are still working the bugs out of. thank you and i hope you enjoy our discussion of GLP-1's and their effect on our society along with some of our upcoming events. Music:...
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How To Prep For Your First Meet
As some questions have come up about how to get into powerlifting and other strength sports. We wanted to take some time and give our thoughts on how to get into the sport and some other frequently asked questions around your first meet. Music: Necktie Social -...
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Europe's Most Dangerous Inmate
This week we talk about Europe's most dangerous inmate and how he debunks all excuses for not being strong! Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Discounts: Zone smelling salts - https://www.zonesmellingsalts.com/ Code - "TIPP"…
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Is HYROX a Joke?
We couldn't pass up on the recent events around HYROX so let us know what you think and how should it have been handled? Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Discounts: Zone smelling salts - https://www.zonesmellingsalts.com/ Code…
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Weekly Update!
It's called the weekly update since we cover so many current event topics and throw out our input. Honestly this one got a little out of hand but we hope you find it entertaining. let us know what you think in the comments! Music: Necktie Social -...
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The Mighty Bean
What happens when a hillbilly from the hills of East Tennessee goes to Brazil? We aren't exactly sure either but he sure is judgy. Welcome our friend and judge Dave "Bean" Summers! Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Discounts:...
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Random Thoughts
With no topic and thoughts and ideas running wild we are all over the place this week. We hope you find some kind of entertainment in this unorganized mess of an episode. Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Discounts: Zone…
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You Did What Under Where!?
We have a real treat for you today! Making the trip all the way from Chattanooga to be in studio today, is Zack Tripp! He made a big splash into the strongman scene with an insane record that you have probably never heard of, so tune in and learn what strength and determination will get you!
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Highland Games, Cartoons, and 3D Printing?
This week we have a real up and comer! No background in throwing or powerlifting he is taking the sport by storm. With Talent, willingness to learn, and lots of practice he has made a run at becoming a pro all inside of 3 years. listen in as we get inside the mind of Rhett Rutherford!
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What Does It Take To Become Great!
It's the trivial question that plagues most people on Earth. I dont know that we fully answered it but we gave our insight and we hope that it helps you on your journey.
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IPF Worlds Ruined By One Man?
This week we have dave back and boy was it for a good one! We discuss the weiging of the husafell stone and the man that intentionally ruined a Woman's world record squat attempt. Let us know what you think
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Dad Jokes Done Right
This week we have another amazing guest! he is the king of dad jokes and being one of the most versatile athletes out there!
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the Amazing Sampson
we go back to our roots this week with a story about an amazing strongman that you may have not heard of!
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Sleepless In The Iron Palace
This week Caleb is borderline delerious so bare with us, but we discuss alot of things so sit back and enjoy the ride. were you able to guess the Strongman we talked about before Caleb could?
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The Anomaly
Have you ever wondered if miracles really happen? Or if the impossible ever becomes possible? Well, this man is walking proof of both. we have interviewed him several times and the story keeps getting more inspiring and more miraculous. Listen in as we talk to one of our greatest friends Chris...
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Pure Chaos, Cardio, and Books?
I would love to say that this was a pristine interview where we dive deep into the inner workings of fitness and strength training, but this got off the rails quick and never found its way back. There is a lot of good information sprinkled throughout so don't skip anything or you might miss some...
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Can You Outwork Good Genetics?
This week we discuss if it's possible for an athlete with great work ethic can accomplish more than an athlete with good genetics. What do you think?
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Always Train As Hard As You Can!
This week we have an epic guest for you, coming all the way from Oregon he is the Blind Barbell! listen in as we talk about how to train whether it be for powerlifting, Strongman, Bodybuilding, or any other sport. We answer the question on should you always train as hard as you can.
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Were The Enhanced Games Worth It?
Now that the Enhanced Games have came and went the obvious question is "Was It Worth It?" We hope that we answered that for you this week. What do you think? Should they return next year?
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The Stone Lifting Recap and Mike's Grinder?
We go over all the fun we had at our 2nd annual Stone Lifting competition! Shout out to all of our athletes, who put on an amazing show. Adding two more names to the books of Strong AF individuals that lifted the day stones and many more amazing feats of strength. We also discover something new...
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Freedom for Comfort
If you have seen the movie WALLE than you will understand what we are talking about in this episode. Are we treading freedom for comfort as a society and is it a fair trade?
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Falling Out of Love with Something That You Have Built Your Life Around
We have all experienced fatigue, whether it be mental, physical, or emotional. One way or another you may have fallen out of love with the very thing you have built your life around. If you know what we are talking about than this is the episode for you. We talk ways to get back to what you love...
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Falling Out of Love with Something That You Have Built Your Life Around
We have all experienced fatigue, whether it be mental, physical, or emotional. One way or another you may have fallen out of love with the very thing you have built your life around. If you know what we are talking about than this is the episode for you. We talk ways to get back to what you love...
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Competition Recap
This week we take a little bit to catch up on recent competitions!
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Inez the Dominator
We got the amazing opportunity to sit down and talk with the one and only Inez Carrasquillo. Don't miss this one!
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The True Queen of The Iron Palace
This week is a very special week, after almost three years of recording episodes the one true Queen takes her rightful spot on the throne! The last few weeks have been a bit serious with in depth conversations and debates, so we hope you enjoy a week of us being us. Music: Necktie Social -...
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Where Should You Spend Your Money
Everyone has to start somewhere and one question that always gets asked is "What supplements should I buy?". We wanted to discuss are supplements something you need to prioritize or are there other areas that should be prioritized when spending money on your fitness journey? Get signed up for one...
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Training Through an Injury
This week we talk about how to train through injuries and more importantly does getting older mean you need to stop strength training all together. let us know what you think!
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The Legend of Chuck Norris
This week we talk about the Legend of the one and only Chuck Norris! tell us in the comments what your favorite chuck Norris "Fact" is. Bigfoot Registration: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfdN7AtXeY_lmzfeq5WgtTMfaOObikfur0SGUIdNPydMVXEDw/viewform Stone lifting Registration:...
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Who is putting on a better show, Men or Women Strongman?
This week we continue our recap of the Arnold, but we can't help but discuss who is putting on a better show right now, men or women? What do you think? Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch:...
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Is The Gym Getting Too Complicated?
If you can make it through our ADHD conversations that start this episode off and our shameless plugs for our upcoming competitions, we discuss a very important topic that is plaguing the new lifters in the gym. we want to know training is getting too complicated? both for new lifters to...
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Birthdays and Ego Lifting
With each new year we try to be stronger than last year, however that may look to you. This week one of our own has a birthday and we discuss age correlation to strength along with ego lifting in the gym. Music: Necktie Social -...
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Do You Actually Need a Coach?
This week we discuss if you even need to hire a coach these days? in time where all the information is at your fingertips is there a reason to hire a coach or is there a reason for you to be misinformed? Music: Necktie Social -...
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How Strong Should You Be?
How strong should you be after one year of strength training? If you've been lifting for 12 months (or you're about to start) this episode of The Iron Palace Podcast breaks down realistic strength standards for beginners. We’re talking squat, bench press, deadlift, overhead press, and what…
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What Is Strength?
This week we discuss the difficult question of what is strength? Is there a simple answer... we don't think so. Let us know what you think! Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch:...
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What Even Is a World Record?
This week we turn our eyes to the question of what is a world record? In a world where everywhere you turn there is a world record being broke for some random thing we want to know, are there too many? let us know what you think in the comments! Music: Necktie Social -...
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Who Is Out Now?!
With constant changes to the line up each week, we felt it necessary to weigh in on the topic of the Arnold strongman and strongwoman classic. what are your thoughts on the current lineup? Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ…
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The 2026 Tennessee Winter Beer Fest
This week we have on some very special guests to talk about an amazing event that raises money for a great cause! for more information on the charity or to see how you can help use the link: New Hope – Helping & Healing Our Children To purchase your tickets for The 2026 Tennessee Winter Beer…
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Derek Wilcox: From Bending Bars to Bending Arms!
This week we sit down with the one and only Derek Wilcox! we talk the new rule changes to powerlifting and his career in equipped lifting. After hitting a 1000 lb. squat Derek now turns his eyes toward jujitsu and Highland Games. Come listen and learn from a legend on how it's done! Instagram...
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Geoff Capes, The Strongest of His Era?
This week we talk about a small fraction of the feats of strength accomplished by this legend! We also have Dave back in for a surprise appearance.
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What Equipment Do You Need For a Homegym
This week we talk about what equipment people should look at buying for their home gym starting this new year. we also weigh out the pros and cons of buying a membership vs starting a home gym. what do you all think? Music: Necktie Social -...
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Ally Abbs!
This week we have one of a true powerhouse who reigns supreme in multiple strength sports! listen in as we dive into what makes her such a fierce competitor!
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Our Favorite Events at World's Strongest Man
Not that anyone asked but here are our favorite events at WSM. That may not be all we talk about so enjoy our random banter as always.
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Krampus or Santa?
With Christmas coming up it only made sense to talk about Krampus, which we found out Caleb knows nothing about. Make sure to comment if you like Krampus or Santa better? Music: Necktie Social - https://open.spotify.com/album/7wAaKRUEftEGVMYMNcPT3P?si=1w6ZHri8SH2B1AKjXHZfyQ Merch: Podcast Merch:...
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There is Strength and then There Is This Man
This week we get back to our roots by taking a look into the history of our sport and one of the strongest individuals to ever grace a platform!
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What Happened and How do we fix it
After all of the recent events at OSG we shared our thoughts on it along with how do we move forward. leave your thoughts in the comments
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The T-Rex Takeover
We somehow scored a big-time guest this week! We sit down with the current Strongest Man On Earth and we talk everything from origin to current, and a little roasting along the way. Trust me when we say this is one you won't want to miss. Grab a snack crank up the volume and listen in!
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Eugen Sandow The Strongman
This week we talk about the future of strongman and what should be considered when talking about your one rep max. The main topic we like to cover is none other than the Great Eugen Sandow! Being the father of Bodybuilding is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to this legend. Grab a snack...