PODNASTICS!: GYMNASTICS PODCAST

John Roethlisberger is one of the biggest names in gymnastics history, and today you get to hear his story. Jakob has known John since he was just 9 years old, and in this episode the two sit down to talk about John’s journey through the sport—from training under his dad, to competing for the Minnesota Gophers, to representing Team USA at three Olympic Games. Along the way, gymnastics connected hi...

Does getting recruited really need to be so hard? And on the flip side — why should finding the right athletes for your college roster be just as complicated? This week on PODNASTICS, we sit down with Ryan Roma to talk about Gymnastics plus and how it’s getting ready to revolutionize the college recruiting world. From helping gymnasts showcase who they are and what they can bring to a program, to...

In special collaboration with Turn, we bring you PODNASTICS+ bonus podcast recapping both NCAA and GymACT Finals. Jakob and Marsh kick things off by breaking down the NCAA Finals — diving into the standout moments, biggest performances, surprising placements, and the gymnasts who caught their attention throughout the meet. Then Jacob Harmon joins the show to talk about his viral moment from finals...

On today’s episode we welcome Trent Milligan — better known as TRENT DOES GYMNASTICS . We talk about how this Canadian gymnast got started creating content, balancing social media while still chasing his gymnastics goals, his D1 rage baiting, and what’s next for him. Tune in now and get to know the person behind the posts.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Would you let an injury stop you from pursuing your dreams? That’s the question Maggie Holman was forced to answer at a young age—walk away from gymnastics, or fight through the setbacks and chase something bigger. On today’s PODNASTICS, Maggie shares her journey from adversity to becoming a college athlete, dives into the Clemson Tigers’ incredible season as ACC Gymnastics Champions, and gives an...

In special collaboration with The Turn, we present PODNASTICS+ — a bonus gymnastics podcast. Two paths. One sport. NCAA vs GymACT — and the real differences no one talks about. Featuring Luke James, Gabe Fry, and Nolan levy, we break down each season, get inside the mindset of these athletes, and uncover what separates — and connects — these two worlds of college gymnastics. Hosted on Acast. See a...

Are you ready to ignite the fire within? On today’s episode, Sophia takes you through her journey—from knowing at a young age she was meant for elite gymnastics, to traveling across the country alone to chase that dream, to ultimately becoming the star of an MTV show. She dives into the sacrifices, the pressure, and the moments that could’ve broken her—but didn’t. This is a story about betting on...

The gymnastics community is reeling after Iowa State announced it is cutting its gymnastics program. Joining us this week is former Cyclone Annie Johnson, who shares her experience as part of the team, how she reacted when the news broke, and what led her to write an open letter. Annie also talks about the moment she decided to take a stand for the gymnastics community and speak out...

Another Chalk Show?! Yep. This week Jakob puts Marsh in the hot seat about his time working Winter Cup. The guys break down the fan response, the atmosphere, and everything that went down in Louisville. Oh — and yeah… Frederick Richard wins the Cup?! What about Paul Juda? What was the vibe like behind the scenes? Why does this recap feel so… casual? Because it is. No scripts. No filters....

You’ve seen the perfect 10. Now hear the real story. Katelyn ohashi sits down to talk about the pressure of being a young elite, finding her joy again at UCLA, navigating viral fame, and what life has looked like beyond the routine — from the Gold Over America Tour to new chapters off the floor If you loved the routine, you’ll love this conversation even more. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privac...

Will a stuck vault make the difference at  Winter Cup  this weekend? Garrett stops by ahead of Winter Cup to let listeners get to know him a little better. From how this Florida kid ended up on the  Illinois men’s gymnastic s, to why you need to respond to coaches’ emails, to growing up at EVO before it was EVO — we cover it all. All that and more on today’s episode. Tune...

Planet of Gymnastics drops in 🌎🤸🏼‍♂️ We’re pumped to have Hannah on the show — from jumping on her couch as a kid, to a full ride at Ohio State, to creating one of the #1 gymnastics pages in the world. Her story is truly one of a kind, and one you’ll definitely come back to LISTEN TO IT AGAIN! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gymnasts have argued forever: which event is the best to compete — and which one completely falls apart under pressure? Today, Jakob and Marr are joined by Evan, Matt, and Connor to settle it with a no-nonsense tier list. From S-tier to straight-to-the-bottom, they rank every men’s gymnastics event and crown the best — and the worst — once and for all. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for mo...

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The time has come — Brody Malone, TWO TIME OLYMPIAN! joins us on the podcast! Born and raised in Georgia, Brody dives into his journey through club gymnastics, his decision to head to Stanford, and both Olympic experiences. We also ask the real hard-hitting questions… like, does he watch Stranger Things? All this and more on the pod — don’t miss it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pr...

Have you ever wanted to try gymnastics again as an adult? Got the itch to travel? Maybe even combine the two? On today’s episode, we sit down with Hugh and Jenny from Adult Gymnastics Retreats—an incredible experience for anyone looking to reignite their love for the sport while exploring some of the most exotic destinations in the world. Hugh and Jenny are so much more than meets t...

Today’s episode will make you want to attempt a triple back. We’ve got Kameron Nelson on the pod — breaking down his incredible journey through the sport and giving us an inside look at what was going through his head at Worlds when he competed both of his triples. Did you know he’s lived in 17 different states growing up? And what was it really like competing on...

People think Men’s gymnastics has been quiet… but the 2025 World Championships just changed that. Brody and Donnell brought home medals, Patty and Kameron showed up and showed out, and there’s been plenty of talk about the Winkler move on high bar. Listen along as Marsh breaks down how the men’s team did this weekend, what helped them get as far as they did, and how we left with two...

This week on PODNASTICS we welcome the one and only Fabian Hambuechen — Olympic gold medalist, 4x Olympian, and German gymnastics legend. From his grind through four Olympic Games to his fight for gold, Fabian opens up about what it truly took to become one of the greatest to ever do it. We also dive into his time competing on Dancing with the Stars, teaming up with POWER MONKEY FITNESS and how hi...

What do you do when your college team gets cut, you make it to the Olympics, and you’re still left asking, what’s next? Shane Wiskus joins us on PODNASTICS today to share his gymnastics journey — from competing with the Minnesota Gophers, to experiencing the gymnastics program getting cut and fighting to keep it! He opens up about the challenges of competing in Tokyo, the crossroads...

Today we welcome Olympian and Power Monkey Fitness owner Dave Durante to the podcast. A well-known figure in both the gymnastics community and the CrossFit space, Dave brings a wealth of experience and insight. In this episode, we dive into his journey through gymnastics, his time competing at Stanford, his perspective on the current state of men’s collegiate gymnastics, and the evolution of the s...

At just 16 years old, Carly Patterson made history at the 2004 Athens Olympics, becoming the first American woman in 20 years to win the all-around gold! Her victory helped spark a new era of U.S. women’s gymnastics and made her a household name in the gymnastics world!  Now, Carly joins us on PODNASTICS to share her journey — from her early beginnings, to the terrible, horrible, no good, ver...

The infinity stones are complete! On today’s episode, we sit down with Kristina Shchennikova to officially cap off the Shchennikova sisters on the podcast! Kristina opens up about growing up in a gymnastics family, carving her own path, and finding inspiration from her talented sisters. Plus… we try to figure out where Boise is! Tune in now — you don’t want to miss this one! Hosted on Ac...

Welcome to a special episode of PODNASTICS where Jakob and Marsh look back on season one so far. They talk about the podcast journey, some of their favorite guests and stories, and where they want to take the show next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On today’s episode, get ready to meet Polina Shchennikova whose unique gymnastics story led to being one of our favorite interviews. From growing up in the gym with her family as both coaches and teammates, to facing the tough reality of a medical retirement, Polina shares how her love for the sport never faded— in fact, it led her to open a gym of her own PAK GYMNASTICS! We loved getting to know...