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)