Untapped Podcast

In this episode Wurtz and Gabel talk on the identity crisis that currently exists in the United States. They, along with plenty of insight from Money Mitch, talk on what the identity used to be in the US, how it has changed, and whether or not the country is trending in the right directions. This episode is jam packed full of different ideas and concepts ranging from Forging Fortitude types to Bre...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you guys a Forging Fortitude-Physical Vitality combo episode about The “Athlete Complex”. The boys explain what that means and how useful it can be. They talk on the transition from sports to life and business when it comes to this complex. They also give ways for those who aren’t/never were athletes to cultivate this mindset! Thank you for the continued support and please re...

For Episode 152, the boys bring on Co-Owner of Summit Rejuvenation, John Fogarty. This episode is full of great information on the world of hormones and hormone therapy. John talks about what Summit does, how they separate themselves from other clinics, and why they never lose clients. He also goes into great detail on many different parts of testosterone, hormones in general, and peptides. He tal...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you a Physical Vitality episode centered around the saying “Wait until you’re my age”. This is a saying everyone has heard before and the boys give a few points as to why it isn’t something to buy into. They share their thoughts and ideas on why it’s so important to avoid believing this is the truth for everyone, and that everything gets “worse” with age. In this episode’s Q&...

Wurtz and Gabel take The Untapped Podcast on the road to the Missouri State Capital, Jefferson City, to bring you guys something very special for Episode 150, a sit down with recently elected Missouri State Senator, David Gregory. They talk to David about several different topics including the life of a State Senator, immigration and his passionate views on the topic, how young people can get invo...

Wurtz and Gabel bring on a great guy and one of their friends, Estevenson “E” Coleman. They talk about several topics with E, including his adoption and immigration into the United States, his new book “Three Sixty”, his journey to a 600+ lb deadlift, and much more. They also touch on his job with Brace For Impact and the work they do in Haiti and St. Louis. This episode will bring you goosebumps,...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an extremely comprehensive supplement focused physical vitality episode on how to structure your pre and post workout nutrition! They start off touching on pre workouts to enhance your strength training and how to prep before aerobic activity! For post workout they touch on a few main factors like protein and Creatine utilization. In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks t...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an episode about the topics surrounding the inauguration of the 47th President of the United States. They lead off the episode discussing executive orders signed on the first days of Trump’s administration, what they think of them, who some of them are connected to etc. They also touch on the preemptive pardons former President Joe Biden’s administration enacted at the en...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an extremely comprehensive Physical Vitality episode discussing what optimizing your training actually means and if the word has been overused. They begin by delivering context on the subject and how the fitness industry has watered the word “Optimization” down. They also hit hard on sleazy influencers who use clickbait techniques to sell ineffective training/programming....

Wurtz and Gabel dive into an interesting current event topic discussing those who call themselves the “rebellion” or “resistance” of today's society. They discuss who these people are, what they claim to be rebelling against, and how they are the furthest thing from what a rebel actually is. They also lay out a blueprint for what rebellion in today’s world actually looks like. In this episode’s Q&...

Wurtz and Gabel are here to help you guys crush the New Year right along with them! They talk about how important goal setting for the New Year really is and also the stigmas surrounding “resolutions”. They also hit on the importance of not going entirely goalless as that can set you far behind your peers. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year everyone!

Wurtz and Gabel bring on a guest to celebrate their three year anniversary, Brock Wilson, a CSCS and Owner of Force Performance in Brentwood, MO! They touch on a multitude of topics with Brock including his methods for training athletes compared to general population, how becoming a Dad has changed his life, and how to overcome your struggles as a man! Each of the subjects covered relates to a dif...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you a Forging Fortitude about a hot topic during the cold months, the Winter Arc. They describe what exactly the “Winter Arc” is, the negatives of it, and why it shouldn't encourage you to only put your "best" work in during the winter months, but rather you should be putting work in year round. They do cover some of the positives of this trend as well in the episode, but urg...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an episode close to their own hearts speaking on how to find a new direction after athletics! They give their own personal stories on how difficult it was to be done playing competitive sports and how they forged a new purpose for themselves. They also discuss how everyone is at a different point in their journey after sports and how to carve out your own path. In this ep...

Wurtz and Gabel deliver an episode catered directly towards the importance of young men and how the entire population can benefit from them going in the right direction. They begin the episode touching on the older generations saying “young men nowadays are soft” or “unfocused” and how those are not at all productive to the current generations. The guys also touch on how young men may be the main...

Wurtz and Gabel deliver on the 2024 U.S. Election recap and where we go from here. They go over the “red wave” that occurred and what it indicates for the country and if Trump will be productive once he is in office. They also discuss how social issues took a back burner and populations that have been demonized the last 30+ years showed up in heavy numbers. They end off the episode delivering a wa...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an episode covering just about everything you will need for the 2024 Election. This includes talk about election integrity and why that should not make you think your vote does not count, because it does. They also go over how they are rationalizing their own opinions on different issues on the ballot, and what endears them toward specific candidates compared to others. I...

Wurtz and Gabel speak on the concept of sacrifice and why it is so important. They start the episode by clarifying the sacrifice they are talking about and also what it looks like when implemented in your life. They also hit on concepts like competition and how they assist in your ability to sacrifice down the road. In this episode’s Q&A, Money Mitch asks the guys how to determine what causes are...

Wurtz and Gabel are back for some physical vitality action discussing ways to grow your chest or pectoral muscles! They go over three different movements they highly recommend and could be used as a workout themselves including cable fly variations and machine chest press variations. They also caveat with the fact that there are many good options for chest development, not just the listed three. I...

Wurtz and Gabel discuss the recent incident with local St. Louis company 1st Phorm and its cofounder Andy Frisella. They break down what happened and why people were, and still are attempting to “cancel” the company for something Frisella said on his podcast “REAL AF”. The guys go all in on their own opinions around the situation while also discussing topics along the same playing field.

Wurtz and Gabel deliver you a heartfelt and personal Physical Vitality episode on your “why”behind training. They begin the episode discussing both of their personal experiences of “why’s” they’ve had throughout their fitness journeys, and how their’s can help you discover yours. They also discuss how exercise will be a guaranteed way to chase other “why’s” in your life including family, financial...

Wurtz and Gabel jump head first into a difficult conversation about being “anti-fragile” and what that means. They lay the foundation for true strength which is your faith. They discuss how big of a focus Faith has been for them recently and why it should be for you as well. The guys also go over the idea of Anti-Fragility starting with avoiding getting too concerned over “rude words” and being st...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you a Physical Vitality episode discussing a current event in the fitness space debating if some USC football players are using steroids. They go over one of the videos discussing the transformations along with how to diet to gain these exact results as quick. They also discuss the genetics of these athletes as well as the likely possibility of elevated testosterone levels. I...

Wurtz and Gabel hop back on the Breaking News train and discuss how the window of reality has shifted too far, especially concerning political positions. They hammer on policies like a 10% flat tax, letting men and women be different (as they are), and logical foreign policy. They also discuss the difficulties the United States will continue to face the longer we do not set a line in the sand. In...

Wurtz and Gabel bring you an episode based around a question they’ve gotten many times in person and online, how do you lift heavy? They touch on two main portions of the content, including the utilization of compound movements, what they are, and tips for performing them. They also discuss “accessory” movements and how they can be a great complement to your strength gains.