Iron Dread Podcast

Episode #72: Student-Athlete Spotlight: Dan Delduca Dexter High School Class of 2023, Football, Wrestling, and Powerlifting Athlete. Great Conversation with Dan, learned more about him and even came up with some new ideas for additional podcasts.  One of our most dedicated athletes to our program and training as a whole. Even if you don't know him personally you’ll enjoy this one.  Wanna continue...

Episode #71: Guest Interview with Mrs. Tanya Marsh, Powerlifting Coach, and Strongman Athlete to talk about all aspects of her life both in the gym and in business. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the new social handle @Irondreadpod and use #IDPodcast to discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout-out on next week's show! Weightroom Song of...

Episode #70!  This Episode brings in Ms. Allyson Canell who just finished up her internship in our strength program. We learn more about her and talk about her experience and training.    Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout-out on next week's show!  Weightroom Song...

Episode #69! The Shark Week Draft Special! We have Coach Rob Dubay and Sir Charles Munson in honor of Discovery’s SHARK WEEK! and draft our most “Jawsome” Shark Team to Dominate the Seas! Who Won? You the listener Decide in our poll! The results will be shared at the end of shark week! Not Listening on Spotify? VOTE HERE: https://forms.gle/BheiPmQ2reLeVjwx5  Wanna continue the conversation, or sho...

Episode #68! “FAQ from Athletes and Sport Coaches” This week we have two returning guests on the Show Coach Phil Jacobs and Coach Bill Ivan to discuss the frequently asked questions/statements we hear from Student-Athletes, Parents, and Sport Coaches regarding strength and conditioning training. This was a fun episode that shed some light on these topics and can be of great use to Athletes, Parent...

Episode #67!  Lunchtime with Jank, This week we have freshman student-athlete Trevor Jankovic in to talk about a variety of different topics. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout-out on next week's show! Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/...

Episode #66! Brings in Ethan Lane for our first Video and Audio show. Ethan is a class of 2022 Graduating senior at our very own Dexter High School. Ethan is one of the most fun students I have had the pleasure of working with. We have some fun talking with Ethan in this short episode. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and disc...

Episode #64! Brings in Mr. Ken Koenig, former Assistant Principal of Dexter High School, now Principal at Mill Creek Middle School in Dexter Michigan. We talk about his life and educational experiences as well as all the IDP favorite topics. We will miss Mr. Koenig at DHS and wish him the best leading the admin at Mill Creek! Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use...

Episode #63! Brings in Mr. Jamie Dudash, social studies teacher at Dexter High School and Former XC and Track Athlete and Coach. Including 2 All-American Honors and is a inductee into the Hall of Fame at his alma mater Hillsdale University. Mr. Dudash is one of our longest tenured teachers here at our school and has a huge scope of influence over our building culture. He is a man who is extremely...

Episode #62! Brings in Mr. Kit Moran Principal of Dexter High School (MI). Kit shares some stories and experiences over his 42 years of Education. Tons of gems of advice from a man who's seen it all and done it all in the world of education and lots of items that can be taken into your life even if you are not an educator. Really enjoyed this one and hope you do too! Wanna continue the conversatio...

Episode #61! Brings in Coach Bill Ivan of Dexter High School (MI) to talk about the Commandments of Offensive Line Play! This is a fun episode talking about all things offensive line. Our fellow Mushroom Society members will greatly enjoy and appreciate this episode! Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make...

Episode #59, Rob Dubay is back to talk all about one of the most renowned Rappers of All-time The Notorious B.I.G. Rob and I count down the top songs from Biggie voted by you the listening audience! We talk out the impact BIG made on Rap music and tell a little of his story as we remember the 24th anniversary of his passing on March 9th, 1997.  Check out the Episode Playlist to listen to all of th...

Episode #58 is a replay of our most downloaded Episode #40 featuring special guest Retired FDNY Fireman, Football, and Throws Coach Mr. Tim Sommerlad. We talk all about Coach's Experiences throughout his time in the FDNY, as an Athlete, and Coach. We also get to talk a little Offensive Line like only two old offensive linemen can do.  It was great to catch up with Tim from our old days coaching th...

Episode #55 brings in Coach Jason Skeels from Adrian High School in Adrian Michigan. We learn more about Coach Skeels and have a lot of fun with Speed Set and Poddecks Questions. Coach Skeels was great to talk to and hope to have him back again soon. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story s...

Episode #54 The Nostalgic 90’s revisited, in this show, we have my wife Katie Whittaker, and our good friends Dana and Brother Steve Strobel in and we had a round table discussion about all things the ’90s from movies, music, toys, video games, and much more. So grab yourself a pack of Dunakroo’s and a Capri Sun and enjoy this fun trip down memory lane! Wanna continue the conversation, or show you...

Episode #53 is brought to you by @poddecks. I am solo on this one sharing some answers to @poddecks interview questions to re-introduce myself as your humble host of this show. I enjoyed the randomized questions and hope to use Poddecks again with future guests on the show. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show...

Episode #52 brings us Nate Harvey of EliteFTS. Nate is an Executive Equipment Specialist, Coach, and Author. He also is the former Head Strength Coach for Olympic Sports at the University of Buffalo (NY). Nate is a pioneer in the strength game for implementing the Conjugate Training Method with athletes. He is the author of “Conjugate U” the proven practical guide for using the conjugate method wi...

Episode #51 brings Mr. Ben Hall, a Registered Nurse and Emergency Responder from Kingston New York. Ben shares a little about himself, training, and what it’s like to work in the medical field during these trying times of the Covid 19 Pandemic. This was intended to be aired the week of Christmas 2020. However, we lost the ability to produce the show due to technological issues. Special thanks to t...

Episode #50 brings Mr. Ryan Naccarato Athletic Director and Dean of Discipline at Coxsackie - Athens School District (NY) and the Founder of Hudson Valley Ambition (HVA)  a mobile Fitness Training Service in Kingston NY Area. Ryan shares his experiences in teaching, coaching, and fitness. He also discusses HVA and the great things this service is doing for people as we all continue to battle the p...

Episode #49 Brings my good friend Matt Hall. Matt is a certified accountant and is the lead partner of Matthew C. Hall & Company CPA in Kingston NY. Matt also is a Volunteer and Professional Emergency Medical Technician and Volunteer Fireman. In addition, Matt is a Humanitarian who works with the Kiwanis Clubs of America providing assistance to children and people in need around the globe and...

Episode #48 Brings Mr. Chuck Hopkins President of the DYFL the Dexter Youth Football League the youth football program here in our town of Dexter Michigan. Chuck fills us in all about DYFL, We learn a little about him and his life experiences, and we talk strength training for youth student-athletes. This was a great conversation and I was glad to have Chuck on and to have guys like him working wi...

Episode #47 with Joe Cahill, Kingston High School Cross Country, Track & Field Coach, and Physical Education Teacher at Kingston High School in Kingston NY. Joe and I talk about training for Distance Runners as well as many other things about his life and experiences. Joe is a great Coach and Man who works hard to give his students and athletes the best. We also reminisce about the old days of...

Episode #45 Brings Coach CT Chatham former Head Football Coach at Newburgh Free Academy in Newburgh NY. Coach came in and we learned about him, how he came to be at NFA and what he’s up to nowadays including his special podcast “Are You Ready” available on Spotify (link below). We also talked a lot about the Kingston Newburgh Rivalry and the history and tradition that goes with it. Coach also shar...

Episode #44 Brings back Quintin Johnson the Head Football coach at Kingston High School in Kingston NY. We talk all about the state of the football program at KHS as well as the tradition that surrounds Kingston football. We also take some time to get an update on things in Quintin’s life and have a lot of fun. Glad to have Quintin back on the show. GO TIGERS! Wanna continue the conversation, or s...

Episode #41 I catch up with an old friend in Coach Tom Fassell of Marlboro High School in Marlboro NY. We talk all about his life, teaching, coaching, and how he’s making through the covid times. He tells some funny stories that you most definitely will enjoy! Great to catch up with Tom. Hope to talk with him again soon. Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the...