Cam Smith

PL DEN | The Powerlifter's Den

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Welcome to The Powerlifter’s Den — the ultimate hangout for lifters, strength athletes, and iron addicts. Hosted by Cam Smith, this podcast dives deep into the world of powerlifting, featuring real conversations with top lifters, coaches, and industry experts. Whether you're chasing PRs, building your total, or just love talking shop about squats, bench, and deadlifts, you've found your tribe. Check out our official apparel store at PLDEN.COM , built for lifters who live the lifestyle of strength.

Author

Cam Smith

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Health

Podcast website

plden.com

Latest episode

Jul 3, 2026

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Episodes

Episode 92: Deadlift Redemption and the 2K Grind ft. David Cailler 30.05.2025

David Cailler (@djc_275) joins Cam to talk about balancing life as a biomedical engineer and elite-level powerlifter with a 2034 total. From federation inconsistencies and the overuse of perfect conditions to overcoming deadlift struggles on meet day, Dave brings sharp insight and personal experience. Tune in for stories from IPL North Americans, a look ahead to King of the Platform, and thoughts...

Episode 91: South Africa's First 1000kg Total ft. Nicolaas Du Preez 23.05.2025

Elite lifter Nicolaas du Preez (@nicolaas_du_preez_) joins Cam to talk about becoming the first South African to total over 1000kg raw — and why 1100kg is next. With a background in molecular biology and international meet experience, Nicolaas brings a unique blend of science and strength to the platform. Hear about his injury comeback, lifting mindset, and what’s ahead at ABS Pro 7 and Reach Rumb...

Episode 90: 8 Years Of Elite Powerlifting ft. Nick Forte 16.05.2025

On this week's episode elite powerlifter Nick Forte (@nforte242) joins Cam to talk about balancing life, lifting, and leadership. From staying ranked in the top 10 for nearly a decade to chasing a 2200+ total, Nick shares raw insights on consistency, injuries, and the mindset that keeps him elite.

Episode 89: EliteFTS and Multiply Culture ft. Dave Tate 09.05.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Dave Tate to talk about his several decades in the world of powerlifting and how Elite FTS became on of the biggest companies in the sport.

Episode 88: Covenant Conjugate and Hellbent Barbell Legacy ft. Mike Skiba 02.05.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Mike Skiba to discuss legacy in powerlifting and making an impact more than just putting up a big total. We also dive into Covenant Conjugate and Hellbent origins

Episode 87: 1800+ Female Total ft. Taylor Schaeffer 25.04.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Taylor Schaeffer

Episode 86: Conjugate for Raw Lifters ft. Alex Donald 18.04.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Alex Donald who has a monster raw total of 1400+ in the women's 220 weight class to discuss her training and why conjugate works for everyone.

Episode 85: Increase Your Total Slowly and Powerlifting Drama Bullsh*t ft. Andy Polk 11.04.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Andy Polk to talk about his career and powerlifting.

Episode 84: Chasing Big Totals and Multiply Talk ft. Ben Pauli 04.04.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Ben Pauli to discuss many different parts of training such as auto regulation, adapting to different types of multiply gear and more.

Episode 83: 1100 Bench and More! ft. Tiny Meeker 28.03.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Tiny Meeker to discuss his incredible accomplishments such as his 1100 poly bench. We also discuss many of his other firsts in powerlifting history as well as dive into the different intricacies of various shirts.

Episode 82: Strongman and Powerlifting at the Highest Level ft. Nick Best 21.03.2025

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Episode 81: 2200 Raw Total and Longevity ft. Logan Varner 14.03.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Logan Varner to talk about his monster raw total and some of the setbacks he's overcome to achieve it.

Episode 80: 2X IPF World Champ and Being a Mother of Twins ft. Meghan Scanlon 07.03.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Meghan Scanlon to discuss about her later than average start into powerlifting and how it led to 2 time IPF and 4 time National champion titles. We also discuss managing life and powerlifting as well as building coach and athlete relationships.

Episode 79: Monster Raw Total and Change in Culture ft. Jason Legrand 28.02.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Jason Legrand who is a raw powerlifter who totaled over 2200 at 242. We discuss his career as well as dive into how powerlifting culture has changed during his time as an athlete as well as meets.

Episode 78: Sh*t Talking in Powerlifting ft. Shaun Kopplin 21.02.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Shaun Kopplin to talk about his career in powerlifting as a coach and gym owner as well as call out some people in powerlifitng and talk that talk.

Episode 77: Single Ply ATWR Squat and 1200lb Multiply Squat ft. John Ruoppo 14.02.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest John Ruoppo to talk about his recent accomplishments, our training crew at Evolve, as well as other important aspects of powerlifting outside of competing

Episode 76: From Broken Bones To All Time PRs ft. Priyanka Santiago 07.02.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Priyanka Santiago to discuss her career in powerlifting as being a mother, military, and high level multiply lifter. We also discuss motivation to compete and how to surround yourself with a supportive crew! Shout out to Gage 🤘🏻

Episode 75: The Ultimate Guide to Spotting ft. Kyle O'Leary 01.02.2025
Episode 74: 40 Years of Powerlifting Experience ft. Vinny Dizenzo 24.01.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Vinny Dizenzo to talk about his long and prestigious career in powerlifting. We discuss things throughout his 40 years of experience, his accomplishments, as well as his journey from over 300lbs to under 200lbs.

Episode 73: Bodybuilding Dreams to Powerlifting Reality ft. Maurice Moody 17.01.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Maurice Moody to talk about how his dreams of bodybuilding turned into a reality of a 2055 raw total. We also discuss about about culture, mindset, and training.

Episode 72: From Roller Derbies to Multiply Powerlifting ft. Amber Hansen 10.01.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Amber Hansen to discuss her powerlifting career in both raw and multiply. We not only discuss her background in roller derbies, military, and cross-functional fitness, but we dive into the culture of powerlifting and the quirks of multiply.

Episode 71: One of Australia's Strongest Woman ft. Jaymi Morris 03.01.2025

On this week's episode I have on guest Jaymi Morris to talk about her incredible raw + wraps total and the journey that got her to where she is. We also discuss women in the sport as well as mindset differences and ways to improve all aspects of your mental game in the sport.

Episode 70: Protect and Prepare your Body in Powerlifting ft. Dr. Jaime Goguen 27.12.2024

On this week's episode I have on guest Dr. Jaime Goguen-Locke to discuss her career in the medical field and how her schooling and has taught her many ways to approach diagnosing and preparing a powerlifter to be equipped with the proper tools for success.

Episode 69: The Art of Meet Day ft. Brandon Morgan 20.12.2024

On this week's episode I have on guest Brandon Morgan to talk about the details of being a powerlifting coach, gym owner, and more. We also dive deep into the topic of meet day for powerlifting and the many important intricacies to handle, coach, and compete.

Episode 68: Multi-Division Totals, Fight or Quit and the American Pro ft. Micah Marino 13.12.2024

In this week's episode I have on guest Micah Marino to talk about his impressive multi divisional totals and ATWRs in the sport as well as what he has done off the platform with the cofounding of the American Pro as well as Fight or Quit both as the gym and apparel line.

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