On this episode of 2 White Lights, Steve DeNovi is back and we discuss our 2WL topic, "Which powerlifter would be a 'cheat code'".

We discuss:

- Which powerlifter(s) would be equivalent to Micheal Vick in Madden 2004

- We break down squat, bench, and deadlift and see who the outliers are on male/female lifters

- We create our "cheat code" lifter

- And discuss which lifters "perks" would give them an ultimate ratings boost (equipment, attire, rituals, etc.)

On this episode of 2 White Lights, I had one of the best 66 kg lifters in the world, French Lifter P

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we had the President of the USAPL, Dr. Larry Maile (@larrymaile) to discuss the relationship between the USAPL and IPF.

Topics covered:

- Explanation from Dr. Maile on the current issues between the USAPL/IPF and why the new drug testing mandates are problematic for the USAPL (7:30-23:40)

- What would the immediate action be from the USAPL be if they did decide to leave the IPF. Discussion on a potential pro/am series and Dr. Mailes thoughts on a potential IPF affiliate in the United States

(23:44-32:35)

- The potential loss of sponsorships if the USAL does leave the IPF. (32:36-38:26)

- Dr. Maile explains what the USAPLs reaction would be to a potential national suspension from the IPF for lifters who decide to do other untested or International meets. (38:28-47:12)

- The future goals for the USAPL as an organization (47:14-55:40)

- Dr. Maile gives an explanation on media rights in the USAPL

(55:41-58:17)

- What steps need to be take for the USAPL to leave the IPF

(58:20-73:30)

- Responses to speculations of the USAPL not being "drug free"

(73:32-78:08)

- Closing statement on the main objective of the USAPL (78:10)

On this episode of 2 White Lights Garett Fear joins us to recap both days of the Kern US Open:

- Day 1 (7:25-61:04)

- Day 2 (61:06)

On this episode of 2 White Lights we come to the conclusion of our 2WL March Madness brackets by having our "Grand Prix" matchup between Ashton Rouska and Amanda Lawrence (8:26-37:02).

We also continue the talk on the ongoing saga of the USAPL possibly leaving the IPF. We discuss more of the issues regarding drug testing at the local level, what the USAPL means to the IPF as far as competition, the glaring issues of only having IPF approved equipment at local meets, and some breaking news in the middle of the show!! (37:05)

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we were joined by Joe Stanek and Marcellus Williams to discuss if the USAPL would be better off if they left the IPF. In this episode we discussed some of the specifics of the most recent mandate from the IPF regarding drug testing and local/national meets and why this has upset many of the lifters/coaches in the USAPL.

We also discuss the pros/cons of leaving the IPF, the talk of developing a more of professional sports organization for drug tested lifting, the issues with the "Olympic pipe dream", and the potential barriers within the IPF.

On this episode of 2 White Lights, we give our picks on the male and female championships of our 2WL March Madness brackets:

- #1 Amanda Lawrence vs #2 Daniella Melo (6:33-29:36)

- #1 Taylor Atwood vs #1 Ashton Rouska (29:39-68:04)

And we also discuss some all time performances set at the APF Women's Pro/Am in Cincinnati, Ohio(68:08)

On this episode of 2 White Lights, Kyle Miller (@Kyle_projectstrength) recapped the 4 days of competition at USAPL Collegiate/Jr Nationals:

- Impressive performance and top storylines (Celine Crum, Shane Nutt, Cassy Carlton, Isaac Whistler, and the battle between the top 105s) (6:30-44:45)

- The several memes that took place (Kyle getting shoved off the platform, the 25kg squat mishap, and the commentary)(44:47-71:41)

- Our defense of judging (71:45-94:56)

- Angelo's hot take on young lifters and setting realistic expectations (95:00)

On this episode of 2 White Lights we had the founder and owner of Notorious Lift Slippers Joe Chau (@thenotoriousemperor) to discuss the growth of Notorious Lift since his last time on the show, the differences between the new design, his future plans, and we discuss different mindsets going Into meet prep and competition.

On this Episode of 2 White Lights we continue the March Madness with our Final 4 Matchups:

- #1 Amanda Lawrence vs #2 Bonica Brown (7:37-28:04)

- #1 Ashton Rouska vs #2 Russel Orhii (28:06-41:07)

- #1 Heather Connor vs #2 Daniella Melo (41:17-65:00)

- #1 Taylor Atwood vs #3 Dennis Cornelius (65:05-79:21)

Steve also breaks down the IPF rule change that could have major implications for IPF/USAPL lifters (80:00)