Power Athlete Radio

Resident Dragon Slayer, Arash Soofiani, returns to talk fuel, focus, and the fight against weakness. From the sugar diet to carnivore extremes, we break down what really drives performance — and why discipline in the kitchen reflects discipline in life. Whether you're meat-fueled or sugar-drunk, this one will challenge your thinking. Shownotes You can't out-train a crappy diet. Three compr...

Matt Vincent is back, after globe-trotting through Egypt, Turkey, and Greece. He and John get into ancient civilizations, lost tech, and the uncomfortable questions mainstream history won’t touch. They're also sharing their thoughts on AI, critical thinking, and what it means to stay sharp in a world that's going soft. Shownotes Are you looking for a flexible training program so you can ba...

Dr. Shawn Baker joins us to break down the carnivore diet and its power to reverse chronic disease, reduce inflammation, along with it's potential to be the cure for America’s health crisis. If you’ve been told meat is the problem, this episode will make you think twice. Shownotes You can't out-train a crappy diet. Three comprehensive nutrition programs crafted by NFL pro John Welbourn pre...

NFL veteran, Braden Smith, joins John to share his battle with OCD, the decision to step away mid-season for rehab, and how psychedelic therapy helped him reclaim his life. A powerful look at mental health, resilience, and the hidden struggles inside pro football. Shownotes Are you looking to dominate the leaderboard and take your inner athlete to the next level? Expose yourself to the advanced tr...

Tired of fitness trends that don’t deliver? John and Arash cut through the BS to reveal what actually works,from strength training and BJJ to raw dairy, fascia training, gut health, and sugar-fueled diets. If you want real answers, tune in. Shownotes Are you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning so you can maste...

Matt Wenning joins John to break down what it really takes to build elite-level strength. From time-tested training principles to lessons learned under the bar with some of powerlifting’s greats, this episode is a masterclass in doing the work, avoiding costly mistakes, and training for the long haul. Shownotes Are you looking to amplify your physique and build thick sidewalk splitting slabs of mu...

You don’t have a nutrition problem, you have a discipline problem. Certified Power Athlete Coach and nutritionist, Ben Skutnik, joins John to lay out why you're stuck: emotional eating, zero cooking skills, and no plan. We get into the weeds on food tracking, meal prep, and why mastering your kitchen is non-negotiable if you want to perform. Stop guessing and start eating like someone who give...

World-renowned immunologist, Dr. Robert Clancy, joins John to expose the truth about COVID, vaccines, gut health, and the failures of modern medicine. If you’re tired of fear-driven healthcare and want real answers, this episode is for you. Shownotes Are you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training, max out your strength, skill and conditioning so you can maste...

Jiu Jitsu is more than submissions, it’s structure, suffering, and self-mastery. Arash Soofiani returns to share how lessons from the mat shape fatherhood, coaching, and life. From youth MMA to the mental chess of combat sports, this episode is all about building strong bodies and even stronger minds. Shownotes Are you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your existing combat training,...

Journalist, author and amateur athlete, Henry Abbott, joins John to break down his new book Ballistic, a brutal takedown of modern coaching and why athletes are getting hurt younger and more often. From overuse injuries to one-sport burnout, they unpack what’s breaking athletes and how ballistic movement could be the antidote. Coaches, parents, and athletes, this one’s a wake-up call. Shownotes Ar...

Baker Leavitt, Director at Black Rifle Coffee, joins John for a wild ride through culture, political theories, masculinity, and modern performance. From questioning mainstream narratives to unpacking the rise of GLP-1s like Ozempic, Baker opens up about his own experience with the drug, and what it says about today’s quick-fix mindset. What starts as casual banter turns into a deeper conversation...

Jen Widerstrom joins John to break down the coaching app she built with Arnold Schwarzenegger, and why it’s cutting through the BS in the fitness industry. They dig into the power of real-time, individualized coaching and call out the cookie-cutter programs that overpromise and underdeliver. If you're tired of fitness fads, this episode is for you Shownotes No barbell? No problem. Lean & A...

Former US National Gymnastics Coach and founder of GymnasticBodies, Chris Sommer, is one of the few guys who can break your body down with just a set of rings, and then rebuild it with bulletproof joints and freaky tendon strength. This isn’t your average “how to get your first pull-up” conversation. We went deep on why so many adults are broken, what coaches get wrong about progressive overload,...

Strength is a skill, not a side quest. Former CrossFit Games athlete and coach at Training Think Tank, Kyle Ruth, joins John to break down how training has evolved (and gone soft), why Olympic lifting still matters, and what it really takes to build resilient athletes, especially when you're raising them yourself. If performance matters to you or your kids, don’t skip this one. Shownotes Are y...

Lauren Fritsch, founder of New Amsterdam Genomics, breaks down how real-time DNA updates are changing the game for performance, health, and longevity. We dive into John's own genetic data, the evolution of sequencing tech, and why your old DNA test is already outdated. If you’re serious about unlocking your full potential, tune in. Shownotes Are you looking for a flexible training program so y...

You’re not 25 anymore, and the old tricks don’t work. Arash Soofiani is back to break down fat loss for men over 40: why the weight creeps in, where most guys fail, and what it really takes to reclaim strength, discipline, and testosterone-fueled dominance. No shortcuts. No BS. Just the hard truth and the tools to fight back. Shownotes Are you a fighter & grappler? Crafted to complement your e...

Dr. Sabine Hazan is back and she’s not holding anything back. In this powerful conversation, she breaks down how the gut microbiome influences everything from immunity to mental health, why her research is turning heads, and how she plans to change the world. If you care about your health, this is one you won’t want to miss. Shownotes You can't out-train a crappy diet. Three comprehensive nutr...

Everyone’s yelling “show me the studies,” but no one’s actually reading them. Dr. Ben Skutnik joins John to unpack what doing your own research really means, how non-scientists should approach training studies, and why lifting heavy with a loose diet doesn’t make you healthy. We get into body comp, healthspan, and the blurry line between being curious and being clueless. If you think strength alon...

John McPhee, aka The Sheriff of Baghdad, joins us to expose the biggest myths in tactical training and the harsh realities of real-world combat. From mastering fundamentals to why most guys are training for a fantasy, McPhee breaks down what actually works when it matters most. If you want unfiltered insights from a Tier 1 operator who’s been there, done that, and trained the best, this episode is...

Most people train like morons. Random workouts, zero plan, chasing soreness instead of strength. Judd Lienhard joins John to cut through the nonsense and break down what ACTUALLY makes you stronger, what’s killing your gains, and why most training advice is garbage. They dive into programming mistakes, the science behind real strength, and the myths still floating around gyms like a bad fart. If y...

The internet thrives on drama, but true strength isn't just about lifting, it's about cutting through the noise. In this exclusive Q&A, John Welbourn and Arash Soofiani set the record straight on athletic performance. Does CrossFit's work capacity model actually translate to sports? Where do most athletes go wrong with General Physical Preparedness (GPP) vs. sport-specific training...

Xande Ribeiro isn’t just a world champion, he’s a legend who’s seen it all in jiu-jitsu. In this episode, we break down the grind, the brotherhood, and the relentless discipline it takes to dominate across generations. From his roots in Manaus to shaping the next wave of Six Blades athletes, Xande shares what it truly takes to leave a legacy. This isn’t just about jiu-jitsu, it’s about building th...

Most people waste time in the gym doing exercises that don’t move the needle. In this episode, I sit down with Arash Soofiani to answer your questions on exercise selection; what works, what’s BS, and how to train smarter. We’re calling out the most overrated movement in modern programs, breaking down the lifts you need for an unbreakable back, and showing you how to get results without living in...

Most people are wasting time in the gym and wondering why they’re not getting bigger, stronger, or leaner. John answers your biggest questions about muscle growth, fat loss, and the real work it takes to build a legit physique. No fluff—just straight talk and actionable tactics. Hit play, get smarter, and start training like you mean it. Shownotes 00:01:15 - Diet and Nutrition 00:07:48 - Strength...

We bring in Jesse on Fire to break down the Super Bowl matchup with the hottest, most unfiltered takes you won’t hear anywhere else. No ESPN fluff. No corporate-approved analysis. Just real football talk from guys who know what it takes to win. We’re calling out the frauds, breaking down the game behind the game, and giving you the real scoop on who’s built for the moment—and who’s about to fold l...