Kyle Comes & Jeff Wasserman
Protein Bro's
Finding success in the fitness industry is tough. Many try... many fail. Hosts Jeff and Kyle are two former hourly employees who worked the retail counter for a decade before climbing the ranks and opening their very own stores in the Midwest. Both have experienced the highs and lows that the fitness industry can bring, and know what it takes to have lasting success. Along the way they’ve made some incredible friends! The Protein Bro’s Podcast aims to highlight their stories and provide insight on what it takes to have longevity in the fitness industry.
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Kyle Comes & Jeff Wasserman
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Latest episode
Jun 30, 2026
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Episodes
#29 - 5 Good Questions with Jeff & Kyle 14.06.2022 47:21
This week, Jeff and Kyle sit down and answer some of the biggest questions involving everything health and fitness. Come out to the Supplement Superstores BBQ party on Saturday, June 18th from 10a-2p at our Lee's Summit location. 920 NW Pryor Road, Kansas City, MO 64081
#28 Tyler Muniz 07.06.2022 1:05:50
This week, Jeff and Kyle have on local Firefighter, Tyler Muniz. In March, Tyler was invited to compete in Arnold’s World’s Strongest Firefighter in Columbus Ohio. After placing in the Top 10, Tyler is now on Arnold’s team to grow the event for future years.
#27 Steve Ralos - Brickyard Fitness 10.05.2022 1:04:03
This week, Jeff and Kyle host Steve Ralos, owner of Brickyard Fitness in Kansas City. Steve was born and raised in Australia and started off his fitness career playing professional soccer until he moved to the United States and coached D1 soccer for many years. When Covid hit, Steve and his wife Nina purchased a very old and historical building and made Brickyard Fitness a reality. Along wit...
#26 Ty Jordan 03.05.2022 2:09:54
This week, Jeff and Kyle have on local bodybuilder, prep coach, and personal trainer Ty Jordan. Ty started off his lifting career with playing college football then turned to powerlifting and strongman training. After winning many meets, he took the deep dive into bodybuilding and his career has exploded ever since. If you are new to fitness, or have been training for a long time and want gu...
#25 Josh Wolf & Freddy Ford 26.04.2022 1:12:21
This week Jeff and Kyle invite Freddy Ford back on the podcast alongside coach Josh Wolf. Josh's story starts after he tried to end his own life as a teenager, then found a real passion for triathlon training. Since his first 5k in college, Josh became a very successful triathlete with qualifying for the Ironman World Championship in Kona, Hawaii 6 times and even has a world record for fastest tim...
#24 Steven Salmon - MAN Sports 19.04.2022 1:20:16
This week, Jeff and Kyle have on Steven Salmon, the owner or MAN Sports Supplements. During this episode you will learn how Steven bought MAN Sports, his passion for hunting, and his plans on growing and evolving the brand. Get Connected on Instagram: @proteinbrospodcast @stevensalmon @mansports You can find MAN Sports Supplements at all KC Supplement Superstores locations, and don't forget...
#22 Adam Gross - Froning Farms 05.04.2022 1:07:26
This week, Jeff and Kyle invite long time friend, Adam Gross. Adam is the co-owner of Froning Farms Bison Jerky with professional and 4x CrossFit champion Rich Froning. Listen to learn how it was for Froning Farms to grow during Covid, stories of Chuck Liddell tackling a Navy Seal, and how it is working with Rich Froning himself. Don't forget to stop in any of our local KC Supplement Superstores f...
#21 Bryce Simmons & Brock Berlener 29.03.2022 1:04:17
Bryce and Brock joined forces to re-open a local Shawnee gym, Element Fitness. The two have been heavily involved in the gym industry and fitness community for most of their lifetimes. The gym has a full list of amenities from a spa, massages, saunas, smoothie bar, meal prep food, private training, group fitness classes and they are now working on the expansion of the outdoor gym. Don't forget to...
#20 Freddy Ford 15.03.2022 1:18:56
The time has come! Freddy Ford has been a long time employee under Protein Bro's hosts, Jeff and Kyle in their 8 Supplement Superstores retail locations. Freddy has accomplished a ton of amazing tasks so far in his young life from being drafted to the KC Royals, competing in Ironman triathlons, becoming the fastest employee to become a manager in our company, and now our first district manager. Ma...
#19 Ki'anie Brooks - Ki2FitnessPT 01.03.2022 1:10:12
This week, Jeff and Kyle host a long time friend, Ki'anie Brooks. Ki'anie moved from California to go to Baker University to run track and play football, and found his passion for helping others while he was getting his Bachelor's in Exercise Science. Ki'anie is now one of the absolute best personal trainers in Kansas City, a IPE Pro, and is a husband and father to a beautiful family.
#18 Dr. Alex Baird - Bods By Baird 15.02.2022 1:12:40
This week, the Protein Bro's have on Dr. Alex Baird. Alex got his doctorate of Occupational Therapy and Bachelor's of Exercise Science and has built his own personal training company off that foundation. Tune in to hear his story, and his advice for becoming a big name in the training community. Make sure to give him a follow @bodsbybaird
#17 Luther Glover 08.02.2022 1:17:54
This week we welcome on local sports performance coach, gym owner, and bodybuilder Luther Glover. Luther found himself traveling the world playing professional basketball, and now he is the exclusive trainer for Tyreek Hill, and has worked with many other NFL, NBA, and elite college athletes.
#16 Julian Marquez & Mana Martinez - UFC 01.02.2022 1:56:54
This week we welcome back the King Of Kansas City, Julian Marquez and Houston native and UFC fighter, Mana Martinez! Tune in while we cover many topics, and go over Mana's next fight on Feb. 12th., our prediction on the Super Bowl, who Mana is going to call out after his next fight, and much more. Kick back, relax, and enjoy this wild podcast
#15 Julian Marquez- UFC 25.01.2022 1:48:32
The Protein Bro's are pumped to release this episode with The King of Kansas City, The Cuban Missile Crisis, The Naked Fighter, Julian Marquez! Julian made his UFC Debut in 2017, and has been quickly climbing the ranks under coach and owner of Glory MMA, James Krause. Outside of the Octagon, Marquez hosts his own podcast, Beauty & The Beast along side the one and only, Kendra Lust.
#14 Michelle Marshall - Marshall FIT 11.01.2022 56:06
Michelle Marshall is the supreme super-mom. Over the many years of playing collegiate level sports, working for professional sports teams, and now owning her own personal training and group fitness company, Michelle has made a huge impact on the KC fitness community. After competing in her 7th bodybuilding show and getting her pro card, she now shifts her focus to helping her 3 boys advance to the...
Christmas Podcast Special 23.12.2021 35:58
Recorded in their brand new Supplement Superstores location in Blue Springs MO, only hours before opening for their first day, Jeff and Kyle share a short podcast reflecting on their last 5 years of business, future podcast plans, company growth, and funny Christmas stories. Thank you all for the love and support you give The Protein Bro's Podcast and Supplement Superstores. Have a great Christmas...
#12 Drs. Eric & Alyssa Phillips - Identity Chiropractic 14.12.2021 1:14:06
Months before Jeff and Kyle opened their first Supplement Superstores here in Kansas City, they met the Phillips family at a local bodybuilding show and their friendship has grown over the last 5 years. Listen this week while Jeff and Kyle talk the Eric and Alyssa about their experience of going through chiropractic school, opening up their own office, and hear their expert business advice.
#11 Abby Fish - A2 Fitness 07.12.2021 1:14:31
From leading workouts for her family in their garage, to expanding and running a gym of over 150+ members, Abby Fish has made a huge impact on the KC Fitness community and continues to help Kansas City become a much healthier place. Tune in this week while Jeff and Kyle sit down and dig deep on why caring about your members and creating a community is so important!
#10 James Stratman - Peak Nutrition 25.11.2021 1:04:59
This week, Jeff and Kyle host long time friend, James Stratman. James owns his own Supplement company called Peak Nutrition out in Arizona. Tune in to hear old college stories, business advice, and what it takes to survive in the world of retail.
#9 Matt & Alexis Karstetter - The Foundation Gym 16.11.2021 1:10:38
This week, Jeff and Kyle host Matt and Alexis Karstetter, the owners of The Foundation Gym, Call Sign Strength Equipment, Gym Hemp, and the proud owners of world famous bulldogs, Gus and Moo. Many talk the talk, but don't walk the walk like the Karstetters. Tune in as they explain the wild stories they went through to open some of the best gyms in Kansas City, and what it took for their business t...
#8 Caleb Blankenship - Bodyshop Gym 09.11.2021 1:10:49
Local KC bodybuilder and owner of Bodyshop Gym and Personal Training Caleb Blankenship sits down with the Protein Bro's and talks about his humble start as a personal trainer, the 2021 Olympia, and what it takes to be a successful trainer and gym owner.
#7 Bryce Simmons and Tommy Townsend 19.10.2021 1:41:39
This week, Jeff and Kyle host long time friend, personal trainer, and speed and agility coach, Bryce Simmons along side Orlando, FL native and the punter for the Kansas City Chiefs, Tommy Townsend. During this podcast, you will learn how Bryce started from the bottom level employee at his local gym in Arizona and how he grew into owning his own gym in Kansas City, to working with the entire speci...
#6 Melissa Gilmore - Orange Theory Fitness 12.10.2021 1:07:40
This week, Jeff and Kyle host long-time friend Melissa Gilmore. While getting her business career started with Kife Co. in STL, Melissa has now successfully helped open 3 Orange Theory Fitness locations while owning one of her own in Shawnee, KS and owns a dog training company - KC Dogs. With more business ideas on the horizon, Melissa and her husband are not stoping any time soon. Their goal? To...
#5 Jay Ashman - Kansas City Barbell 07.10.2021 1:19:44
Jay Ashman joins the Protein Bro's for a phenomenal episode as they do a deep dive on Jay's very unique life. Jay has lived through a very violent past, and has now completely changed his way. After many years of working for different gyms as a personal trainer he has built his very own gym, Kansas City Barbell and at the age of 47 he is stepping on stage for his first bodybuilding show.
#4 Aaron Becker - Firefighter, Gym Owner, Super Dad 28.09.2021 1:08:40
This week Jeff and Kyle host long time firefighter, personal trainer, and full time dad, Aaron Becker on the podcast while he shares his story from getting inducted to the college football hall of fame, to making an impact with many local charities in Kansas City.
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