Boardshorts and Banter

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Boardshorts and Banter episodes

March 26 #139 - 2nd Place To Classic Overall Champ, Natural Vs Enhanced Preps & Q&A! | Aaron Carpenter
In this episode, Tom & Josh are joined by Classic Physique competitor and Online Coach Aaron Carpenter.
Aaron is an up and coming British Classic physique competitor who has big aspirations in the IFFB Classic physique division who took some big wins in 2025, and is on track to achieve even more great things.
Enjoy!
Aaron’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/aaron_aesthetics

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 14 min
March 19 #138 - Awful Eating Challenge Aftermath, Sliding Into DM’s & Cringy Social Media Trends
In this episode, Tom & Josh recite their experiences after the creme egg challenge in last week's episode, Tom's recent experiences whilst moving house, tips for sliding into girls' DM's, cringy social media trends and much, much more!

Connect with us!

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 17 min
March 13 #137 - The Cadbury Creme Egg Eating Challenge!
In this episode, Tom & Josh take on the Cadbury Creme Egg/Biscoff Egg Challenge in the name of science. Truly the most pivotal moment in our lives so far.
Who stomached the most eggs and do you think you could beat us? Watch to find out.
Connect with us!

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
53 min
March 05 #136 - Is Training Therapy? Finding Your Bodybuilding Category & Competing Abroad
In this episode, Tom & Josh share their opinions on whether training in the gym serves as therapy for mental health issues, balancing bodybuilding and coaching, competing abroad and the current rules between federations , finding your category in bodybuilding and much, much more.
Connect with us!

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 25 min
February 26 #135 - Nearly kicked Out Of Gold’s Gym, Blocked By Mike O’Hearn & Top Gym Pet Peeves
In this episode, Tom & Josh are joined by Natural bodybuilder and Online Coach Jack Thorburn.
They discuss Jack’s competitive career so far, when he plans on stepping on stage again, top 5 biggest gym pet peeves, almost getting kicked out of Gold’s Gym Venice and how Josh got blocked by Mike O’Hearn on instagram.
Connect with us!
Jack’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/jack_thorburn/

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
41 min
February 19 #134 - Is ‘Bulking’ Dead? Starting An Energy Drink Company & Eating Weird Foods
In this episode, Tom & Josh sit down to catch up with recent events in their lives, discuss whether or not traditional ‘bulking’ is a dead, starting up an energy drink company, the weirdest foods Josh has eaten and much more questionable subjects. Enjoy!
Connect with us!

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 11 min
February 12 #133 - Crazy Evolution Of Natural Bodybuilding & Dealing With Setbacks | WNBF Champ Martin Lamont
In this episode, Tom & Josh sit down with 2021 WNBF World Champion & WNBF UK Judge Martin Lamont.
Martin has a wealth of experience and knowledge in natural bodybuilding, competing for the first time in 2013. They discuss how the sport has evolved, why the personal journey of bodybuilding matters way more than just titles alone, coming back from a big health set back and some of his experiences as a judge.
Connect with us!

Martin’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/martin_mplfitness

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 15 min
February 05 #132 One's To Watch In The 2026 Natty Bodybuilding Season! And Why You Should Raise Your Standard
In this episode, Tom & Josh sit down to discuss their own competitive plans, men’s physique athletes to watch for in the 2026 season, their favourite off plan meals, the importance of holding yourself to a higher standard and much more!
UKDFBA: https://www.instagram.com/ukdfba

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 21 min
January 29 #131 - UKDFBA Interview - Huge Plans For 2026 Uncovered & What You Can Expect As An Athlete?
In this episode, Tom & Josh sit down with the new president of the UKDFBA Christian James to discuss the big changes coming to the federation this year, what you can expect when competing with the UKDFBA as an athlete, plans for the future of the federation and much, much more.

Connect with us!
UKDFBA: https://www.instagram.com/ukdfba

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #ukdfba #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 5 min
January 22 #130 - Our Most Embarrassing Moments Ever, Insane First BSB Podcast Meet! & Punched In The Face!?
In this episode, Tom & Josh discuss the inaugural BSB Podcast meet-up last weekend which was a huge success, Josh getting punched in the face during Sunday League football, some of out most embarrassing moments ever, drunk stories from Uni and much, much more.

Connect with us!

Tom's IG: https://www.instagram.com/tomstocktonn

Josh’s IG: https://www.instagram.com/joshcroggon_

BS&B IG: https://www.instagram.com/Bsandbanter

Want to work with us? Apply for coaching below.

Stockton Coaching: https://shorturl.at/a29cv

Just Coaching: https://shorturl.at/5lyHj

#bodybuilding #natty #mensphysique #wnbf #WNBFUK #podcast #ukdfba #bodybuildingmotivation #gymmotivation #bodybuildingpodcast #ifbb
1 hr 1 min