Podcast

Listen here, on iTunes, or Stitcher as we share our perspective on life and powerlifting.  

Episode 38: 2021 USAPL Nationals Recap (June 23, 2021)

Matt provides an update on SSPT’s recent transition to Montana and a recap of 2021 USAPL Nationals.


Episode 37: Reflections on 2020 (December 31, 2020)

Matt & Sioux-z share some thoughts and reflections on a challenging year for everyone.


Episode 36: Values (July 26, 2020)

Matt and Sioux-z discuss their values and how they’re critical in building meaningful relationships especially during difficult times.


Episode 35: Lovely Day (April 15, 2020)

Matt and Sioux-z pay tribute to the legendary Bill Withers and discuss the recent events surrounding SSPT closing and how the pandemic has affected them.


Episode 34: New Chapter (February 16, 2020)

Matt & Sioux-z share some exciting news on SSPT’s next chapter.


Episode 33: Overcoming Failure (November 30, 2019)

Matt & Sioux-z discuss how to deal with and overcome failure.


Episode 32: Q&A and Raw Nationals (September 2, 2019)

Matt answers two questions regarding training and discusses some of the complaints surrounding the fees for Raw Nationals.


Episode 31: 2019 IPF Classic (Raw) Worlds Recap (June 24, 2019)

Matt provides a recap and details about 2019 IPF Classic Worlds including coaching Samantha Calhoun, Ray Williams, as well as other standout performances.


Episode 30: Q&A (June 10, 2019)

Matt and Sioux-z answer listener questions from social media.


Episode 29: 2019 Calendar (April 23, 2019)

Matt and Sioux-z provide an update on the first few months of 2019 as well as a look ahead to the remainder of their calendar.


Episode 28: Giving (December 24, 2018)

Matt and Sioux-z share their thoughts on giving during the holiday season.


Episode 27: Opportunity (November 14, 2018)

Matt shares some recent developments in the lives of SSPT and how those changes present new opportunities.  


Episode 26: Minimalism (September 24, 2018)

Matt shares his thoughts on using Minimalism as a tool to create a meaningful life and how to apply it to powerlifting.


Episode 25: Lost Motivation (July 30, 2018)

Matt & Sioux-z briefly recap their recent overseas travel and answer listener questions dealing with lost motivation.


Episode 24: IPF Raw (Classic) Worlds Preview (June 3, 2018)

Matt & Sioux-z preview 2018 IPF Classic (Raw) Worlds in Calgary, Canada.  They also answer discuss strategies to avoid boredom and share their upcoming calendar.


Episode 23: Travel Considerations (April 3, 2018) 

Matt & Sioux-z discuss travel considerations for powerlifters.


Episode 22: US National Team Selection (February 7, 2018) 

Matt & Sioux-z detail the US Raw National Team selection process.


Episode 21: Merry Christmas (December 25, 2017)

Matt & Sioux-z recap 2017 and look forward to 2018.


Episode 20: Lawrence Farncombe (November 30, 2017)

Matt & Sioux-z sit down with British Powerlifting's own Lawrence Farncombe to discuss life including his recent transition within the sport, future plans, and favorite coaching moments.


Episode 19: USAPL Raw Nationals Recap (November 2, 2017)


Episode 18: Auto-Regulation & USAPL Raw Nationals Preview (September 26, 2017)


Episode 17: SSPT Training Overview (August 31, 2017)

Sioux-z interviews Matt on SSPT training methodology.


Episode 16: IPF Raw (Classic) Worlds Recap (July 9, 2017)

Matt & Sioux-z recap 2017 IPF Classic (Raw) Worlds in Minsk, Belarus.


Episode 15: IPF Raw (Classic) Worlds Preview (June 14, 2017)

Matt & Sioux-z preview 2017 IPF Classic (Raw) Worlds in Minsk, Belarus.


Episode 14: Technology, Social Media, and Powerlifting Part 3 (June 1, 2017)

In the final installment of the three-part series, Matt & Sioux-z discuss the negatives and positives of how technology and social media affect powerlifting. (Part 3 of 3)


Episode 13: Technology, Social Media, and Powerlifting Part 2 (May 16, 2017)

In part two of their three-part series, Matt talks about his one month abstinence from social media.  Matt & Sioux-z define their foundational and core values. (Part 2 of 3) 


Episode 12: Technology, Social Media, and Powerlifting Part 1 (May 8, 2017)

In their pursuit of a more meaningful life, Matt & Sioux-z discuss technology, social media, and their affect on society and powerlifting.


Episode 11: Mallory Rowan of LVD Fitness (April 2, 2017)

Matt & Sioux-z sit down with their favorite Canadian, Mallory Rowan of LVD Fitness, to discuss the business and CPU Nationals.


Episode 10: Down Home With Dennis & Ray (March 17, 2017)

On the eve of the SSPT Training Camp Fundraiser, Matt & Sioux-z sit down with Dennis Cornelius & Ray Williams to discuss life and powerlifting. 


Episode 9: Dealing With Criticism & Counting Our Blessings (Feb 19, 2017)

Matt & Sioux-z share how they've begun to declutter various aspects of their lives to create a more intentional and meaningful existence.  This change of pace episode also focuses on effective strategies for dealing with criticism including counting our blessings. 


Episode 8: Life Balance & Mental Health With Leanna Carr (Jan 31, 2017)

We sit down with our very first guest Leanna Carr.  She shares how she balances being a WNBF Pro Figure competitor & powerlifter.  We also discuss goal setting, nutrition strategies, her outreach to women in the fitness industry, specificity, the importance of mental health for longevity, and much more.


Episode 7: Maximizing Game Day Performance (Dec 27, 2016)

Matt & Sioux-z discuss the best ways to maximize game day performance and minimize pitfalls in competition.


Episode 6: Equipped & Raw Powerlifting (Nov 28, 2016)

Matt & Sioux-z share their perspective on equipped and raw powerlifting including the sport's history, advantages and disadvantages of each format, training, and more.


Episode 5: Raw National Recap (Oct 23, 2016)

Matt & Sioux-z recap the historical 2016 USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals.


Episode 4: Raw Nationals Preview & Game Day Coaching (Sep 19, 2016)

Matt & Sioux-z preview the largest powerlifting meet in history -- USA Powerlifting Raw Nationals and discuss game day coaching.


Episode 3: Recap of SSPT Women's Summit, Iron Sisters 3.0, and BioLayne VIP Camp 5 plus Genetics in Powerlifting (Aug 21, 2016)

Matt & Sioux-z review the SSPT Women's Summit, Iron Sisters 3.0 & Biolayne VIP Camp 5 plus discuss their views on genetics in powerlifting.  How important are they to reaching the top?


Episode 2: IPF Raw (Classic) Worlds Recap (Jul 3, 2016)

SSPT provides a recap of 2016 IPF Classic (Raw) Worlds in Killeen, TX.


Episode 1: IPF Raw (Classic) Worlds Preview (May 29, 2016)

Matt & Sioux-z introduce SSPT and chat about 2016 IPF Raw Worlds in Killeen, TX.