The Platform Podcast

Olivia Hogan is a warrior in every sense of the word. Having her first seizure during her final year of school brought with it a lot of unknown and uncertainty around her immediate future. Nearly 6 years on, Liv's story is one of determination, resilience and strength that will just leave you in awe of this beautiful human being. If you would like to reach out to Liv find her on Instagram at...

In a different episode we extend a massive thank you to Tim Piatowski allowing us the opportunity to share with you interview as part of the research happening in Charles Darwin University. We chat about Brandon's past experiences in lifting and incorporating some mindfulness technique's into his daily practices. To find out more information on what Tim is doing reach out via email timot...

Jonny and Brando sit down on Good Friday of this year and discuss COVID isolation Brandon went through, post COVID training measures and how to get back to your best and new interventions that could help with this. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coach...

Dr Tim Piatowski is back on with the boys with his new position up in a Darwin University researching and creating more awareness around safe use of performance enhancing drugs. A very interesting topic as per usual attracting a lot of attention in the industry. To find out more information on what Tim is doing reach out via email timothy.piatkowski@cdu.edu.au Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple &am...

With the young Kendra on the show today we reminise about the days where you had to call someone to speak with them and risk talking to their parents. Somehow we talk about Pizza Hut and lifting too. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fo...

This is a hoot of an episode recorded back on April Fools day with an all time prank by Jonny and Fortitude Barbell leaving everyone confused. We also discuss passing on or losing a client etiquette. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fo...

A very simple episode to provide your glorious earholes with some entertainment, banter and light laughs for your Wednesday easy listening. Join the lads as they recap the Eddie VS Thor fight, glasses as the knee wraps for the face and just general highlights from the week. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @t...

The strong boss woman who can do it all, from lifter to coach to now actress. We sit down with a favourite of the show and dive into how in the last 12 months things have radically changed again with the introduction of a new industry. We chat about how she manages a very crazy training and work schedule and the idea of finding your passion again via getting lost in the noise. To find Lily Riley I...

Jane Larkins, what can't this woman do. Competitive sprinter at a very high level, completing her PHD in Philosophy and Literature, director, producer, novelist, actress and just an incredible human being. We sit down with Jane and discuss her latest project of feature film "The Edge". The up and downs and journey from humble beginnings to incredible success she is achieving now. Ca...

Boys are back after Jonny little holidays away for his birthday. Guess how old he is?? We share some great stories around crew ships coming in and the crazy world we are in. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fortitude Barbell - https://...

The lads sit back on a very chilled episode on Valentines Day talking about Vday, inventing squat undies and how important it is for the promotion of women in strength sports. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fortitude Barbell - https:...

Merryn Mayhem is an absolute boss and not just within the strength world. An open discussion around the challenges she has faced over the years without knowing she had ADHD also to contend with. An incredible story beautifully and vulnerably told. To find Merryn on Instagram search @mayhemstrong @merrynmayhem Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and...

Broderick Chavez is on a mission to discover and uncover as much as he possibly can within the world of strength sports and pass on knowledge to those who seek it through beautiful articulation of the English language. A brilliant podcast today as we sit down with the man who has more questions than answers, and hopefully leaves you with just as many. To find Broderick Instagram @teamevilgsp Faceb...

You know it is going to be a great episode when your hosts sit down by themselves. Great chats highlighting how comps should be run and the love of the sport. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fortitude Barbell - https://www.facebook.co...

An absolute hoot of an episode featuring Pete Baskerville, Ian Harvey and Pete Sheldon. Incredible flowing conversation of a great bottle of red wine and a lovely cheese platter. The boys come together so share thoughts and insights on current situations and experiences. You can reach out to these lads by making contact with Jonny at Fortitude Barbell. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Googl...

Jonny sits down with the legend himself Nick Caldwell owner and founder of The Mill Gym in Perth, Western Australia. The Mill Gym has been operating since 2008 in effort to enhance physical and mental capacities experiential training programs, camps and courses. Recalling on his experience in the Australian Special Forces, Nick has a unique take on getting the most out of people. A brilliant must...

Eduardo Dias, Ed, is the owner and founder of GARRA BJJ a facility in Kelvin Grove Brisbane holding themselves and its communities to a higher standard. We get to chat to Ed about founding this incredible facility but also his time in Aus and the transition from Brazil. An amazing story that has shaped an incredible outlook on an amazing human. Can't wait for you guys to listen! Find Ed Insta...

Join the lads sitting down and chatting/covering all the important things within the industry from strawberry jam to world records! Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fortitude Barbell - https://www.facebook.com/fortitudebarbell/ EPIC Co...

What an episode to kick things off for 2022! We are very lucky to have three incredible guests joining us all the way from Melbourne, Victoria up here for the EPIC Day. Gawain Johnstone a frequent guest of the show is back talking more about the micro along with two coaches and students of Chiro/Osteo, Damir Matecic & Zoran Jankovski. We barely manage to fit into the room but discuss the impor...

Returning guest Jay Tyler, more commonly known as 'The Strength Coach' comes back a different man to who we first met. Unfortunately Jay suffered a stroke in March of 2021 and has since undergone significant changes in his lifestyle to accomodate a new found sense around what he wants to achieve. We touch on really whats important as coaches. To find Jay on Instagram @the_strength_coach...

Competition day should all be about the competitors, the experience they have and making an environment conducive for allowing them to succeed. So we share our thoughts on how meet directors and competition should be run. Whilst also discussing Brandon's dad bod plan. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @th...

I genuinely forgot what Bbad and I talk about in the space of an hour or two once I edit then begin to upload. So here is another episode of your two favourite coaches and podcast hosts talking about something, hopefully worth listening to haha!!! Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_b...

Taylor Bagster is a hairdresser by trade that if you had one conversation with her you'd be able to see how much passion she has for her industry. She has also begun her powerlifting journey this year after overcoming some incredible challenges. Now on the journey to open her new salon Trove, we dive into her incredible story giving background to why she has been able to navigate so many hurd...

Strength Unlimited is owner and operated by Luke Shakespeare. Luke has been around since the beginning and the boom of powerlifting in Australia. An experienced lifter and a brilliant coach we go down a rabbit hole of discussing the in's and outs of coaching and the online coaching challenges that it faces. **Due to some software technical difficulties, Jonny does get cut off 1/3 of the way t...

Jonny & Brando sit down today to discuss the important things in life. Vaccines, Chippie Machines and owning your coach. Subscribe to us on Spotify, Apple & Google Podcasts and now YouTube. Like, Share and leave a review. Find us Instagram @theplatformpodcasts @jonny_bbad @fortitudebarbell @epic_coaching Facebook Fortitude Barbell - https://www.facebook.com/fortitudebarbell/ EPIC Coaching...