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
Taylor Atwood: I'm not here to be your friend, I'm here to beat you
July 02, 2021 09:42 - 2 hours - 134 MBTaylor Atwood and his Coach Jason Trembley return to KOTL to discuss the greatest performance in Powerlifting. Taylor gives his thoughts on all other current lifters, why he keeps winning, why other teams are behind his, a potential showdown with Russel Orhii, and why he can't be friendly when he is trying to beat you in competition. Jason Trembley takes you for a peak behind the curtain at the most sophisticated prep in Powerlifting. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi
Jonathan Cayco: The battle on and off the platform
June 29, 2021 12:23 - 1 hour - 104 MBNewly Crowned US 93 kg Champion Jonathan Cayco reveals the battle he faced on and off the platform to secure his second US National Championship. His dramatic win by 0.5 kilo to nudge ahead of Gavin Adin with a final titanic pull is recapped, as well as the intense adversity he faced leading up to Nationals.
Amanda Lawrence returns to KOTL!!
June 27, 2021 20:09 - 1 hour - 60.9 MBAmanda Lawrence returns to KOTL to discuss her US Raw Nats title win, the adversity that lead up to the Championship, her thoughts on the US Raw Nats biggest battles that took place, and looking ahead at the IPF World Championships. Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi
US Raw Nats Preview Show: Women's Division
June 27, 2021 19:40 - 1 hour - 76.8 MBThe US Raw Nats Women's Division gets a division by division full recap, including all storylines, side stories, and info you may have missed! Plus who the US Champs may face at Worlds. 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian "Messy" Khamesi & "Wild" Bill McCarthy host.
US Raw Nats Recap: Men's Division
June 27, 2021 19:20 - 1 hour - 92.8 MBThe US Raw Nats Men's Division gets a division by division full recap, including all storylines, side stories, and info you may have missed! Plus who the US Champs may face at Worlds. 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian "Messy" Khamesi & "Wild" Bill McCarthy host.
76 kg US Champ Jasmyn Penn returns to KOTL!
June 25, 2021 12:07 - 1 hour - 78.9 MBJasmyn Penn shares her redemption story, from bombing at Worlds and losing her US National title bid in 2019, to claiming the US 76 kg title and returning to Sweden for IPF Worlds. 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi host.
Ashton Rouska returns to KOTL!
June 25, 2021 12:02 - 1 hour - 64 MBRecently crowned 105 kg US Champion Ashton Rouska joins KOTL to discuss his title winning performance, why his rematch to Bryce Lewis meant so much, if he will be competing at the IPF World Championships in Sweden, and much more! Hosted by 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi
Russel Orhii returns to KOTL!!
June 23, 2021 13:29 - 2 hours - 113 MBRussel Orhii returns to KOTL! Russ discusses the hype leading into the US Raw Nats, Jonnie Candito's campaign for Sean and why he took offense, how the battle unfolded, JamaRR squatting 700 lbs, his impression of Taylor Atwood and if Taylor moved to 83 kg, what his plans are for Worlds, and much much more!! 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian MeRussel Orhii returns to KOTL!
Matt Gary returns! The Game Day Master
June 13, 2021 20:58 - 2 hours - 118 MBLegendary Game Day Coach, Matt Gary, weighs in on the US Raw Nats and his battle plan for handling US stars Sam Calhoun, Taylor Atwood, Dennis Cornelius, Bryce Lewis, and what happened with Ray Williams. Arian 'Messy' Khamesi & 6 Pack Lapadat host.
The Boys Are Back! Biggest Battles of US Raw Nats
June 09, 2021 23:46 - 2 hours - 149 MBThe Biggest Battles of the US Raw Nationals are examined. Which classes have the predictions we are the least confident? And our picks for best lifter for men's and women's divisions. The Boys are Back!! "Big" Bill McCarthy, Arian "Messy" Khamesi, Rory "Lynchpin" Lynch, and 6 Pack Lapadat discuss the latest Powerlifting News and the battles you can't miss!!
US Raw Nats Preview Show: Men's Division
June 04, 2021 12:52 - 3 hours - 169 MBThe US Raw Nats Preview Show featuring the Men's division! US National Team Coaches Arian "Messy" Khamesi & "Big" Bill McCarthy are joined by New Zealand National Team Coach Rory "Lynchpin" Lynch & 6 Pack Lapadat for a division by division analysis. A breakdown is given and picks for the top 3 finishers of each division! Don't watch the US Raw Nats without hearing this episode first.
Tina Tornado returns to KOTL!!
May 24, 2021 01:59 - 2 hours - 160 MBTina Tornado returns to KOTL to discuss the Flexx Fam, Powerlifting's rivalries & beefs, a dramatic weight cutting story, the up coming US Raw Nats, the USAPL possibly leaving the IPF, and much more!!
The Truth About Anti-Doping: Alexander Kolliari-Turner
May 15, 2021 15:17 - 1 hour - 102 MBAlexander Kolliari-Turner is getting his PhD in Anabolic Steroid usage in sport and researching if muscle exhibits a memory of steroid exposure. Alexander has also written articles about corruption in anti-doping programs. He is joined by 6 Pack Lapadat and Rory Lynch to discuss testing, how cheats beat tests, the latest technology used for detection, and some shocking revelations.
(Fixed) The Truth About Anti-Doping: Alexander Kolliari-Turner
May 15, 2021 15:17 - 1 hour - 102 MBAlexander Kolliari-Turner is getting his PhD in Anabolic Steroid usage in sport and researching if muscle exhibits a memory of steroid exposure. Alexander has also written articles about corruption in anti-doping programs. He is joined by 6 Pack Lapadat and Rory Lynch to discuss testing, how cheats beat tests, the latest technology used for detection, and some shocking revelations.
Chad Penson: Winning the Kern US Open!
May 12, 2021 22:09 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBChad Penson sits down with 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his recent win at the Kern US Open! Chad discusses being the first 90kg lifter to squat 400 kg (881 lbs), his growing rivalry with John Haack, and some staggering plans for this next year!
6 Pack Lapadat: The Road Less Travelled
May 09, 2021 14:30 - 2 hours - 62.8 MBGreg Turrell & Jackson Hinch from Off The Platform join 6 Pack Lapadat and break into some stories about IPF World Championships, KOTL, pulling planes and flipping cars, and a Powerlifter on a reality TV show!
6 Pack Lapadat UNCENSORED
May 09, 2021 14:30 - 2 hours - 62.8 MBGreg Turrell & Jackson Hinch from Off The Platform join 6 Pack Lapadat and break into some stories about IPF World Championships, KOTL, pulling planes and flipping cars, and a Powerlifter on a reality TV show!
Layne Norton returns to KOTL! Battle Stories & Believing
April 29, 2021 12:38 - 2 hours - 122 MBLayne Norton returns to KOTL to discuss his roller coaster ride to the top of Powerlifting in a class that includes legends (Bryce Lewis, LS McClain, Krzysztof Wierzbicki & Jesse Norris)! Layne opens up about his injuries that took his second World Championship appearance off the table, and the comeback 3 years later to a new personal record. We also discuss some scientific studies that investigate the power of belief, some historical events that reinforce those studies, and why your persp...
USAPL leaving the IPF
April 22, 2021 12:44 - 2 hours - 136 MBRecent events are recapped, with tensions rising between the IPF and USAPL. An open discussion is had between Canadian President of the IPF affiliate (and WADA compliant) Shane Martin (CPU), USAPL legend Mike T, and Arian "Messy" Khamesi & 6 Pack Lapadat. Is the USAPL going to leave the IPF? If they do, what will happen to both organizations? Some key concerns, that have not been addressed, get discussed. The fallout may be dramatic.
TNT joins KOTL: The Kern US Open!
April 22, 2021 12:36 - 1 hour - 93 MB#1 ranked 67.5 kg lifter in the World, Gerald "TNT" Dionio joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his journey to the Kern US Open! From growing up in Hawaii, taking a boxing match with an oversized opponent, to becoming the top lifter in his class! TNT discussed a unique Powerlifting story.
Powerlifting U: Shane Nutt & PL's College Dynasty
April 19, 2021 16:39 - 1 hour - 88.1 MBShane Nutt joins KOTL to discuss Powerlifting's Collegiate Dynasty, Midland. A behind the scenes look at what life is like to have been scouted in highschool, join an American University Powerlifting Dynasty, and live the life of a Powerlifter living with World class athletes (Austin Perkins, Kloie Doublin, Joseph Pena, Kole Metts, etc). Shane also speaks on his dramatic title win, and his decisions to move up in weight despite being small for the above weight class. 6 Pack Lapadat & Rory...
National teams out of Worlds/New rules!!
April 08, 2021 12:03 - 2 hours - 129 MBNational teams have pulled out of the IPF World Championships, some have doubled down they are going, what could this be a sign of? Options for IPF Worlds are discussed, and the impact of Worlds being cancelled a second year in a row. Also discussed is the new by-laws from the IPF that would suspend lifters who participate in competitions outside of IPF affiliates that include International competitors. These suspensions will include not only barring the lifters from International competi...
TD returns to KOTL!!
March 27, 2021 15:08 - 2 hours - 122 MBThomas Davis, former IPF World Champion/700 lbs bencher/and first man to squat over 800 lbs, bench over 700 pounds, and deadlift over 800 lbs in the same meet, joins KOTL!! TD discusses why he left the IPF, Julius Maddox, money meets in the untested, why he began taking testosterone, his move into the 3 lift, lifters taking flack for bad calls in meets, if shaming them is the way to go (ala Garrett Fear), why he thinks lifters like Russel Orhii should leave the USAPL, and much much more!!
Russel Orhii returns to KOTL!!!
March 19, 2021 23:02 - 2 hours - 149 MBAmong the topics discussed: How he has been courted to lift at untested money meets. His thoughts on the recent USAPL lifters entering money meets. Whether or not he will compete at the IPF World Championships in 2021 should he win US Raw Nats. His biggest threats in the 83 kg class. His development as an athlete and an ambassador to the sport. What he would change about the USAPL/IPF. Trolls that have set thier sights on him. And much much more!!
The Greatest Multi-Sport Strength Athletes!!
March 16, 2021 12:26 - 2 hours - 157 MBArthur Lynch joins us from Ireland for a St. Paddy's Day special episode! We discuss strength sports greatest multi sport athletes, have some drinks, talk about famous Irish people, and play an Overrated/ Underrated game.
St. Paddy's Day Special & Multi Sport Strength Athletes
March 16, 2021 12:26 - 2 hours - 157 MBArthur Lynch joins us from Ireland for a St. Paddy's Day special episode! We discuss strength sports greatest multi sport athletes, have some drinks, talk about famous Irish people, and play an Overrated/ Underrated game.
Joey Flexx & Dennis Cornelius return!!
March 13, 2021 14:01 - 3 hours - 170 MBJoey Flexx & 120 kg GOAT Dennis Cornelius join 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi to discuss the recent USAPL lifters joining the Showdown Meet roster, possible repercussions with regards to suspensions, the chances of a natural lifter winning an untested money meet, and how the Sheffield SBD Invitational could be a game changer. Dennis Cornelius gives his insights as he won the IPF World Championships and left to compete in the Kern US Open. Dennis discusses his battle with Larry Wheel...
Keys To Strength Programming: Data Driven Strength joins KOTL!!
March 06, 2021 19:08 - 2 hours - 149 MBA podcast every strength athlete/coach should listen to! The Data Driven Strength Team (Zac and Josh) join KOTL to discuss some new findings in how we should be programming to increase strength! Should you be training at RPE 5? Should you be doing sets with rep ranges over 5? How much does bar speed matter? Hosts include: 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian "Messy" Khamesi, and Rory Lynch!
Powerlifting/Sport's Greatest Rivalries!!
February 27, 2021 15:39 - 2 hours - 163 MBHear the tales of the the greatest rivalries of all-time in Powerlifting! Behind the scenes insight to battles with the biggest stars of the game. Also profiled are some sports rivalries from the major mainstream sports. At the end, another game of Overrated/ Underrated is played. 6 Pack Lapadat, "Big" Bill McCarthy, Arian "Messy" Khamesi, and Rory "The Southern Hemisphere Hitman" Lynch take you deep into our sport's vault of stories/history.
Lya Bavoil & Pana return to KOTL!!!
February 21, 2021 15:49 - 3 hours - 172 MB63 kg phenom Lya Bavoil & 66 kg Ace/Coach of France's stars, Pana return to KOTL! Hosts are 6 Pack Lapadat, Arian "Messy" Khamesi and "Big" Bill McCarthy. Discussed are some insane water cutting stories, Bill's comments about Lya on a previous podcast that she took offense to, their historical performances at France's latest competition, and what 2021 can expect from team France. Also included is a overrated/underrated game at the end with the topic of water cutting.
USAPL vs IPF, Amateur vs Pro Powerlifting
February 16, 2021 17:53 - 1 hour - 110 MBThe USAPL taking the IPF to court is discussed, as well as USAPL qualification drama expanding. Also discussed is the difference between amateur and professional Powerlifting, and how athletes/fans expectations need to differ with the different organizations. The episode ends with a discussion about Powerlifting in the Olympics (Overrated or Underrated), and qualifying totals for events (Overrated or Underrated). Showdown Meet Director Luke Bright joins Arian 'Messy' Khamesi & 6 Pack Lap...
Bryce Lewis: How your competition impacts performance!
February 14, 2021 17:37 - 2 hours - 115 MBFormer IPF World Champion Bryce Lewis joins 6 Pack Lapadat and Arian "Messy" Khamesi to discuss how competition can impact performance! Sports rivalries are examined.
Special Black History Month Episode
February 14, 2021 17:27 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBKOTL's King Kaf (83 kg Canadian Champion/IPF World record breaker) presents a special black history month episode.
Two-time World Champion Joy Nnamani joins KOTL!
February 10, 2021 15:41 - 1 hour - 79.6 MBTwo-time World Champion Joy Nnamani joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his rise to the top of the 52 kg class, how 6 Pack snubbed her while working for the IPF media team, and her revenge on the platform!!
Drama with Nationals & untested PL!!
February 06, 2021 16:54 - 2 hours - 118 MBWe discuss the rising tensions surrounding the decisions made about the National Championships in the US and Canada as well as World wide. Also discussed is the Garrett Fear video that blew up, that sparked debates about Open Powerlifting's role in the sport and how to tackle the issue of poor officiating standards in untested Powerlifting. Also, a game of "Overrated/Underrated" is played with some interesting results. Finally, for fun, we debate our favorite action movie stars to close th...
The Top 4 Powerlifters of All-Time!
February 05, 2021 01:24 - 36 minutes - 33.6 MBThe top 4 Powerlifters of the IPF in the modern "Classic/Raw" division are given! This is a special segment from LS McClain's podcast (CORNER of the CRCL) with 6 Pack Lapadat. At the end of the podcast is a special bonus, you will have to check out for your self! (You won't guess what it is).
Jen Thompson & Jessica Buettner joins KOTL!!
February 03, 2021 02:31 - 2 hours - 134 MBMultiple-times World Champion / Bench GOAT Jen Thompson & owner of the biggest 72 kg total of all-time Jessica Buettner join 6 Pack Lapadat & Arian "Messy" Khamesi!!! Coaching, comebacks, and new beginnings! Listen to the ladies weigh-in on the game!
US Raw Nats: Everything you need to know
January 25, 2021 04:47 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBEverything you need to know about the US Raw Nationals 2021 is covered this episode with US national team coaches Arian "Messy" Khamesi & "Big" Bill McCarthy joining 6 Pack Lapadat!
The Great Debate: Changing The Game
January 21, 2021 05:28 - 1 hour - 64.6 MBThe Jonnie Candito video that rattled the Powerlifting community with its proposed rule changes is debated! Arian "Messy" Khamesi & Bill McCarthy return for a fierce war of words.
The Power of Belief: Matt Vena
January 17, 2021 17:28 - 1 hour - 109 MBTwo-time Canadian National Champion and IPF Worlds bronze medalist Matt Vena joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss a fast rise to the top, the insane discipline to make it there, the backlash off a bad performance and people who turned their backs, the comeback, inspiring lifters, and thoughts on qualifications for US Raw Nats and the USAPL leaving the IPF.
Looking ahead at 2021, and back at 2020
January 03, 2021 19:56 - 2 hours - 138 MBThe round table comes back together for a look back at 2020 and a look ahead at 2021! Discussed are the lifters of the year, great comebacks, break thru stars, and what to look out for in 2021!! Guests include Rory Lynch, Bill McCarthy, and Arian "Messy" Khamesi.
John Haack & Andy Huang: 2020 recap part 1!!
December 29, 2020 23:00 - 1 hour - 81.7 MBJohn Haack & Andy Huang (2 Bros, 1 Shaker Cup) join for the special 2020 review for the untested division of Powerlifting! Lifter of the year (men & women), comeback of the year, stories of the year, and much more are debated!
Holidays Special Part Two: IPF edition!!
December 24, 2020 17:34 - 1 hour - 86.8 MBPart two of the Special Holiday Editions covers the IPF! The boys give their wish list, naughty list, and give gifts to the sport (and athletes). The episode concludes with a game that once again brings interesting results!
Holidays Special Part 1: John Haack & Andy Huang!!
December 22, 2020 02:24 - 1 hour - 93.1 MBJohn Haack & Andy Huang join KOTL for a special Holidays episode. They discuss their new podcast (2 guys, 1 shaker cup), and the crew make a naughty list, make a "thankful for" list Powerlifting style, make a Christmas wish list for the game, and play a game John Haack suggests that produces some 'interesting' conversation.
Jesus Olivares: The Showdown with Ray Williams
December 16, 2020 22:30 - 1 hour - 103 MB2020 #1 ranked IPF Super Heavyweight Jesus Olivares weighs in on his imminent showdown with Ray Williams, chasing Dan Bell, his working relationship with Joey Flexx (what they agree and disagree about), breaking records at 21 years old, why he chose to join the Flexx team, how he has progressed so fast, his training, his background story, and whether World's Strongest Man is in the future.
Triumph Through Trails: Sophia Ellis joins KOTL!!
December 09, 2020 00:12 - 1 hour - 101 MBSophia Ellis joins 6 Pack Lapadat and tells her story of overcoming mental illness that manifested into an eaten disorder that almost killed her. PTSD from childhood molestation and her father's failing health sparked a downward spiral that had Sophia in the hospital in an almost unrecognizable state. After finding the barbell, Sophia found her calling. Progress came quick, physically and emotionally. Now a Junior British Champion and Commonwealth Champion, Sophia discusses how social media...
The Deadlift Demon Rises in Hungary! Ena joins KOTL!
December 05, 2020 14:51 - 1 hour - 108 MBOwner of the biggest deadlift in the 83 kg class history, Enahoro Asein joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss his rapid progression as a lifter, growing up in Nigeria and moving to Hungary at 16 without his family, how he found Powerlifting, turning idols into rivals, and his plans to establish himself as the premier 83 in the World!
Austin Perkins: I'll be #1, I'll be King!
November 21, 2020 01:38 - 1 hour - 101 MBAustin "The Future" Perkins joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss being the first junior 74 kg lifter to total 800 kg, and only second ever (with Taylor Atwood). Austin speaks on rebounding from catching Covid, his 800 kg performance, watching Micheal Seay miss his 800 kg shot and the fall out, watching Taylor hit 812 kg and further push the record, and the rising tide in the 74 kg class. Austin discusses the inevitable Showdown with Taylor Atwood, how 2021 will unfold, and his ambitious goal of ...
David Ricks: From Norton to Norris, battling men half his age!
November 13, 2020 16:16 - 1 hour - 96.5 MBDavid Ricks discusses: Breaking open World records while in his late 50s Giving Jesse Norris the biggest battle of his legendary career Having Layne Norton tip his hat after the 2016 World Championships LS McClain's moment at 2017 upon realizing his full potential His secret to longevity How training has changed since the 80s How he got the nickname Superman! And much more!!
Sean Noriega returns to KOTL!!
November 06, 2020 19:58 - 2 hours - 134 MBSean Noriega joins 6 Pack Lapadat to discuss maskgate, his suspension & appeal, joining Brett Gibbs and Russel Orhii in the 10x bodyweight total club, social media content, why some coaches have appeal and some do not, his current coach, the USAPL leaving the IPF, and much more!!