King Of The Lifts
555 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★ - 103 ratingsKing Of The Lifts is a weekly podcast featuring 10 year powerlifting veteran/World Championship commentator 6 Pack Lapadat. The show is uncut, unedited, and unrated. Interviews with the World's greatest strength athletes, previews and recaps of the biggest events, and all the latest powerlifting news.
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Episodes
Nick Manders: “I don’t need the tactical advantage. I pull 800 lbs”
May 27, 2023 17:30 - 3 hours - 178 MBNick Manders, 83 kg Canadian Champion, joins KOTL to discuss the upcoming World Championship, gatekeeping in Powerlifting, a beef that almost turned ugly, why he loves a villain, an unlikely friendship, his views on some of the biggest names in the sport (it gets spicy), and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Austin Perkins: Taking the #1 spot, Taylor Atwood, If he will go IPF, going 83 kg, Russ
May 24, 2023 00:57 - 1 hour - 98.7 MBAustin Perkins joins KOTL to discuss his recent performance that set everyone in Powerlifting on notice. Perk also talks about his goal of taking the #1 spot on all formulas, a clash with Taylor Atwood, where he thinks Atwood is at career-wise, whether he will move up to 82.5 kgs, clashing with Delaney Wallace in the 83s, if/when he will go IPF, potentially targeting Sheffield and World Games, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Tony Cliffe: leading Britain’s charge to Malta
May 20, 2023 14:00 - 2 hours - 110 MBFormer World Champion, and 20 year veteran, Tony Cliffe joins KOTL to discuss his storied career, Britain’s deep roster, how he has adjusted to peak while in his late 30s, and what he believes the future holds. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Wascar Carpio: Worlds, Pana’s impact at 66, Russ, what the 59s can become.
May 14, 2023 14:33 - 2 hours - 137 MBWascar Carpio joins KOTL to discuss his fast rise up the rankings, Pana’s impact for popularizing men’s lighter weight classes, how Russ was his first inspirational lifter, the challenges as a 59 kg lifter in a strength sport, the potential of the 59s, the uber stacked Worlds roster, Team USA’s chances against the rest of the World, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Jurins Kengamu: I am the strongest 83 (kg) in the World
May 08, 2023 14:26 - 2 hours - 110 MBJurins Kengamu joins KOTL to discuss his rise up the rankings, winning the European & British titles, getting passed up as an alternate for Sheffield, his up coming clash with Delaney Wallace, how changes in his prep made massive improvements, and how in his mid 30s as a father with a demanding day job he is now peaking. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Kedric Kwan: Nutrition & Cutting for Powerlifting
May 04, 2023 01:53 - 3 hours - 168 MBKedric Kwan, Nutrition Coach of many elite Powerlifters including Taylor Atwood and Sheffield winner Evie Corrigan, joins KOTL to discuss nutrition for Powerlifting, proper cutting, some classic water cut stories, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
The World’s Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper
April 29, 2023 15:40 - 1 hour - 107 MBMitchell Hooper, recent winner of The World’s Strongest Man, joins KOTL to discuss his unprecedented rise to the top of the sport in his rookie year as a professional Strongman. Mitchell reveals his training methods that fast tracked him to the top, talks about his huge win, his sporting rivals, Legends that came before him and his future. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Pana Returns: Deep struggles of 2022, trash talking rivals, France vs the World, Worlds 2023, Grizzly, & much more!
April 25, 2023 23:52 - 3 hours - 197 MBPanagiotis Tarinidis AKA Pana returns to KOTL for his most honest podcast yet. For the first time Pana reveals the personal struggles of 2022, the back story behind the competitions, rivals in his weight class, the difference between France and other Powerlifting nations, his encounter with Grizzly (and a story you need to hear), and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Joey Flexx returns: Russ coming to IPF? Taylor Atwood battles! Jesus Olivares, IPF Worlds 2023 & more!
April 22, 2023 17:57 - 2 hours - 141 MBJoey Flexx joins KOTL to discuss the recent performances by his team, showdowns coming at IPF Worlds, Jesus Olivares taking control of the game, Russel Orhii’s future and possible return to the IPF, showdowns with Taylor Atwood, & much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Jade Jacob: Sheffield, Joy Nnamani, Natalie Richards, 2023 Worlds
April 18, 2023 16:37 - 1 hour - 98.5 MBJade Jacob joins KOTL with her coach Stanley Odin to discuss taking the 57 kg World record at Sheffield, weight class rivals Joy Nnamani & Natalie Richards, as well as the up coming World Championships. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Jessica Buettner: Sheffield, Worlds, going 84 kgs, & more
April 14, 2023 12:35 - 1 hour - 81 MB76 kg World Champion Jessica Buettner joins KOTL to discuss Sheffield, her Worlds win in 2022, the battle that is coming at Worlds 2023, her moving to 84 kgs, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Eric Helms.
Jonathan Cayco: The back story you need to hear!
April 10, 2023 12:26 - 2 hours - 110 MBJonathan Cayco joins KOTL to reveal a back story you need to hear. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Taylor Atwood: “I’m not your Golden Boy”
April 07, 2023 12:58 - 3 hours - 166 MBTaylor Atwood joins KOTL to speak about Sheffield and for the first time tell the story of his troubled past. Hear Taylor speak about his early life adversity in an honest and vulnerable moment. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Sheffield Recap Show: The battles and event story
April 05, 2023 14:45 - 1 hour - 95.4 MBEric Helms joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss the historic event, the battles, the back stories, and much more!
Gavin Adin: Sheffield, the Taylor Atwood incident, protests, Cayco, mental games
April 03, 2023 13:41 - 3 hours - 197 MBGavin Adin joins KOTL to discuss the Sheffield event as a competitor, the protest against his World record, the incident backstage with Taylor Atwood, IPF Worlds 2023 (Run It Back), and for the first time he opens up about the mental games he plays in training and competition. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Evie Corrigan: Winning Sheffield, Noémie Allabert, the sneaky move to 52, the leak, the biggest upset win, & more!
April 02, 2023 04:11 - 1 hour - 97.2 MBEvie Corrigan, Sheffield Champion, discusses pulling off the biggest upset victory in our sport, reigning 52 kg World Champion Noémie Allabert, her secret move to the 52 kg class, the leak of that secret, the rematch at IPF Worlds 2023, her inspiring come up story & much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Rory Lynch.
Noémie Allabert: Sheffield, the secret that leaked, Evie Corrigan, France vs USA, IPF Worlds, the inspiring background story
April 02, 2023 03:50 - 1 hour - 57.1 MB52 kg World Champion Noémie Allabert discusses the intense battle at Sheffield with Evie Corrigan, the secret that leaked leading into the event, her thoughts on Evie and the other 52s, the heated rivalry between France and USA, IPF Worlds and the rematch to come, and an inspiring background story you need to hear. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Jesus Olivares: Sheffield, Craftsmen vs Flexx, Dan Bell, his suicide attempt
March 31, 2023 03:14 - 1 hour - 107 MBThe strongest Powerlifter of all-time, Jesus Olivares, joins KOTL to discuss breaking the all-time World record at Sheffield, the rivalry between Powerlifting teams Craftsmanship & Flexx, the talk that set him off, and Dan Bell. Jesus also talks about his estranged father, troubled past, and suicide attempt. The most impactful podcast yet. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Delaney Wallace: His Sheffield experience, Russel Orhii, 2023 Worlds rivals
March 30, 2023 00:01 - 1 hour - 56.6 MBDelaney Wallace discusses his Sheffield experience, coming within inches of Russel Orhii’s record, how a shift in perspective changed his training and helped him return to form, the IPF 83s all catching up with their totals, Worlds 2023, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Powerlifting’s Rocky: Sheffield Alternate “Mo”
March 22, 2023 12:51 - 1 hour - 70.1 MBThe sports biggest event had a last minute alternate join, and he joins KOTL to tell the story. Abdul Mojeed Sulayman AKA Mo, 2022 Worlds Bronze medalist, got the call on the 11th hour that will elevate him to the sport’s biggest stage. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat.
The Strength Guys’ Female Shooters
March 22, 2023 12:36 - 2 hours - 148 MBCeline the Machine (Pro Series Champion), Jessica Espinal (47 kg American Champion and IPF Worlds competitor on Team USA), Jason Tremblay (The Strength Guys President and Head Coach) and Tori LaPerrier (The Strength Guys Coach) join KOTL to discuss their recent wins, current events, and their future moves/goals. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat.
Ray Williams: Jesus Olivares, coming back, Worlds, sports rivals
March 20, 2023 18:05 - 1 hour - 103 MBRay Williams is joined with Matt Gary & David Garcia for his return to KOTL to discuss his recent Nationals performance, the future clash with Jesus Olivares, IPF Worlds, his greatest rivals, Dan Bell, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Sheffield Preview Show: Women’s Division
March 19, 2023 16:35 - 1 hour - 55.9 MBThe Sheffield Preview Show covering the Women’s division. Each lifter is examined, their chances at the World records analyzed, background stories revealed, and predictions made. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Rory Lynch, Tori LaPerriere and Eric Helms.
Sheffield Preview Show: Men’s Division
March 19, 2023 16:14 - 2 hours - 114 MBThe Sheffield Preview Show covering the Men’s division. Each lifter is examined, their chances at the World records analyzed, background stories revealed, and predictions made. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Rory Lynch, Tori LaPerriere and Eric Helms.
Bobb Matthews: Pro Series win, battling Ashton & Keenan, Flexx rivalry, & more
March 17, 2023 04:05 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBPro Series Champion Bobb Matthews joins KOTL to discuss his recent performances, how Taylor Atwood’s trash talk motivated him to cut weight, his future battle with Ashton and Keenan, the rivalry between Craftsmen and Flexx, and potentially facing off with Rondel. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Brandon Pitre: Russel Orhii beef, Jesse Norris, Joey Flexx, the 93s in the IPF
March 15, 2023 03:41 - 2 hours - 117 MBBrandon Pitre joins KOTL to discuss the Russel Orhii beef, it’s origins, the goal of Jesse Norris’ records, the Arnold Classic, the fall out, the Swolefessor video, what has happened since, and what we can expect from the rivalry in the future. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat.
Rondel Hunte: Taylor Atwood, trash talk, USAPL takeover
March 12, 2023 23:59 - 1 hour - 89.9 MBRondel Hunte discusses how the beef with Taylor Atwood began. The politics that kept him out of the sport for 4 years, why he is with the USAPL, his opinion on trash talk, his performance at the Arnold Classic, the up coming USAPL Nats, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Russel Orhii: The Marcellus video/Brandon Pitre/Joey Flexx
March 11, 2023 15:33 - 1 hour - 101 MBRussel Orhii returns to address the Marcellus Williams video, the beef with Brandon Pitre, his thoughts on Joey Flexx, and how trash talk belongs in the sport. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Arnold Classic/Pro Series Recap!
March 09, 2023 15:45 - 57 minutes - 52.5 MBA recap of the 2023 Arnold Classic and USAPL Pro Series. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Khamesi.
Tristan Nazelrod: When the dust settled, he captured the throne
March 06, 2023 01:50 - 1 hour - 78.3 MBTristan Nazelrod joins KOTL to discuss the heated and controversial battle of the 120s at Powerlifting America’s Nationals. The rivalry with Lugo (that has an origin story you are not ready for), the significance of Mike T’s come back, the father figure that came from Powerlifting, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Powerlifting America 2023 Nats Recap: Women’s Division
March 04, 2023 16:49 - 1 hour - 63.4 MBA division by division recap of Powerlifting America’s National Championships, including a discussion on who is likely to make Team USA. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Chance Mitchell & Arian Khamesi.
Powerlifting America 2023 Nats Recap: Men’s division
March 04, 2023 16:29 - 1 hour - 64.5 MBA division by division recap of Powerlifting America’s National Championships, including a discussion on who is likely to make Team USA. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Chance Mitchell & Arian Khamesi.
Matt Gary: Game Day GOAT shares his secrets
February 23, 2023 01:23 - 1 hour - 108 MBMatt Gary, Game Day Coaching GOAT, breaks down everything you need to know about handling at a Powerlifting competition of any level. Matt includes specific examples at the highest of levels, and pulls back the curtain on game day tactics. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Heather Connor Returns!!
February 22, 2023 03:52 - 1 hour - 80.3 MB47 kg GOAT Heather Connor joins KOTL to discuss her up coming clash with Jessica Espinal for the US National title and Worlds team spot. Heather also discusses 2022 Worlds, plays the name game, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Iron Culture joins KOTL: USAPL vs IPF expansion, Money meets, KOTL/IPF backstory & more
February 21, 2023 03:34 - 1 hour - 101 MBSpecial Bonus cross-over episode of Iron Culture & KOTL. Omar Isuf & Eric Helms of the Iron Culture podcast discuss with 6 Pack Lapadat what Powerlifting needs to expand, two paths for the sport, whether the IOC path is worth it, wether the pro meet path has turned out, USAPL vs IPF expansion, a timeline of events that got us to our current state of the game, the art of commentating, how 6 Pack got put on the IPF broadcast while incognito running KOTL, the progression of both, and much mor...
The overnight star with a story you didn’t know: Joy Rindfleisch
February 17, 2023 04:34 - 1 hour - 80.4 MBJoy Rindfleisch joins KOTL to discuss how she broke a World record bench then gained almost a million followers within months. The teen sensation opens up about dealing with an eating disorder, how Powerlifting saved her life, and how her life has changed in such a short period of time. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
PA Nats Preview Show: Women’s Division
February 13, 2023 04:21 - 1 hour - 58.2 MBA division by division breakdown of the upcoming Powerlifting America Nationals (Women’s Division). Including our picks for who will make the USA Worlds team. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Tori LaPerriere, and Chance Mitchell.
PA Nats Preview Show: Men’s Division
February 13, 2023 03:41 - 1 hour - 92.6 MBA division by division breakdown of the upcoming Powerlifting America Nationals (Men’s Division). Including our picks for who will make the USA Worlds team. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Tori LaPerriere, and Chance Mitchell.
“Pain is a great motivator” From Suicide to a World Title: Carl Johansson
February 09, 2023 05:36 - 1 hour - 91 MB74 kg Junior World Champion Carl Johansson gives a startlingly honest discussion about the demons he has faced, how anxiety and depression took him to the brink, and how Powerlifting may have saved his life. Johansson also discusses the stacked Swedish team, his recent performance that has set the division on notice, working with Joey Flexx, and what he wants for the future. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat
Open Powerlifting’s behind the scenes/challenges, Sheffield, IPF social media, battles
February 05, 2023 23:36 - 1 hour - 109 MBJo Whiteley (Open Powerlifting contributor, IPF Worlds Commentator, Sheffield Commentator, Powerlifting Sports Writer, IPF Social Media Manager) joins KOTL to discuss how the Open Powerlifting project began, the challenges being faced, IPF social media, join the Sheffield team, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Meghan Scanlon: The comeback for a World title
January 29, 2023 15:38 - 2 hours - 113 MBMeg Scanlon discusses how a mid-life crisis took her to the depths of despair until she regained her direction and stormed back for a huge upset World title win. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Bryce Lewis: the former World Champion enters the 93 kg battle
January 24, 2023 20:45 - 1 hour - 90.8 MBBryce Lewis discusses his hi decision to move to the 93 kg class, his thoughts on his opponents that await him, a look back at winning the 105 kg World title and his battle with Ashton Rouska, how and why he chose to cut weight, his apprehension towards weight cutting, his brief stint in the 90 kg class, and much more! Hosted by Arian Messy Khamesi & 6 Pack Lapadat
Joey Flexx Returns (Russ, recent rivals, USAPL/IPF, future of his team members, elitism in PL)
January 19, 2023 15:30 - 3 hours - 169 MBJoey Flexx returns to KOTL to discuss the recent Russel Orhii social media traction, recent rivalries that have popped up, the balance of IPF and USAPL as a coach and what both feds offer, the future of key members of the Flexx squad, and how elitism in Powerlifting may be holding the sport back. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Ashton Rouska: “This is the first time I felt this way since 2017…I want to destroy everybody”
January 16, 2023 04:27 - 1 hour - 69.3 MBAshton Rouska returns to KOTL to address his up coming showdown with Bobb Matthews, the behind the scenes story about his clash with Keenan Lee, facing Keenan in 2023, the truth behind his 2022 Mega Nats performance, and much much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Keenan Lee: Bobb/Ashton/Russ and the emergence of USAPL South Korea
January 07, 2023 20:36 - 1 hour - 98.1 MBKeenan Lee joins KOTL to discuss moving to the front of a stacked 110 kg class, his up coming clashes with Bobb Matthews and Ashton Rouska, the true story behind USAPL South Korea (you’ll be surprised) and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Russel Orhii Returns To Set The Record Straight!
January 01, 2023 16:41 - 2 hours - 110 MBRussel Orhii returns to KOTL to discuss his recent performance in South Korea, what his goals were leading into his 90 kg debut, his recent social media posts, and much much more! Hosted by Arian Messy Khamesi and 6 Pack Lapadat.
2022 Year in Review/Awards
December 28, 2022 14:50 - 2 hours - 139 MBWe take a look at the biggest news stories, performances, and give awards for both Tested and Untested. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi, Rory Da Lynchpin Lynch, and Tori LaPerriere.
Holidays Special with Taylor Atwood & Gavin Adin
December 21, 2022 05:34 - 2 hours - 125 MBTaylor Atwood & Gavin Adin join to discuss the latest Powerlifting debates (Formulas vs Titles, Russ, rule changes) and special holidays segments that prove to be funny, insightful, and some even heartfelt. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi.
Natalie Richards eyes the 57 kg Throne
December 19, 2022 23:33 - 1 hour - 74.5 MBNatalie Richards joins KOTL to discuss the red hot 57 kg class, potential battles to come, her thoughts on Jade Jacob’s Euros performance, the Worlds battle, and Sheffield. Natalie discusses Mega Nats, The Pro Series, her decision to join Powerlifting America, and much more. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian Messy Khamesi
Euros Recap: Juniors
December 12, 2022 01:39 - 1 hour - 56.2 MBA look at the highlights from the European Championship Juniors. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian Messy Khamesi and Jurins Kengamu.