Iron Dread Podcast

This week we have a man who was and is another major influencer in my life growing up and that is United States Marine Corps Retired Sargent John "J" Spellmon coming through to share his life story and some of the lessons he's learned along the way. Starting from humble beginnings in North New Jersey, through Military Service, all the way to managing an affluent apartment complex in the Center of New York City. J's story is one that will intrigue and inspire you. He shares his opinion on moral values which is something has held in high regard as he lives his life.  Hear some funny stories about the trouble we may or may not have gotten in as I was growing up an some of his personal interests as well. 

I hope you enjoy this one! 

                  ~Chris Whittaker

Link to EliteFTS Article: https://www.elitefts.com/education/at-home-conjugate-training-with-household-items/

Link to Iron Dread Weight Room Song of the Week Playlist on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=OlJpDKqTRAa50u60BAZMAQ 

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

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Anchor: @Anchor

This week we have Frank "Duke" Alexander on this week's show. We talk with him about being a DJ and Linedance Instructor and have some fun reminiscing about old times and experiences in the profession.

Learn Mr. Goodtime by Duke Alexander here: https://www.copperknob.co.uk/stepsheets/mr-goodtime-ID84176.aspx

Take the #MrGootimeChallenge by learning the steps and making a short video of yourself executing the pattern. Tag @irondreadsc on Facebook and @Irondread_sc on Twitter or Instagram to take part! be sure to use the #IDPodcast as well in your post! 

Song: Mr. Goodtime by Colt Ford https://open.spotify.com/track/6I2xLtjV8VEyAhrmm2OxhA?si=8-iqjdqST9C0dwpP-jRkow

Learn all of Dukes Dances here: https://www.copperknob.co.uk/search.aspx?Order=Date&Lang=Any&SearchType=Any&Level=Any&Beat=-1&Wall=-1&Search=DukeAlexander&recnum=0

Follow Duke: facebook.com/DoubledeeDjservice, email: [email protected]

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

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Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Another fun episode this week taking you back to the '90s with Mr. Rob Dubay. We had a great time discussing the greatest films (in our opinions) of the Decade.  I hope to do more episodes with Rob in the future talking about many more nostalgic items that we both love.  Please enjoy the #IDPodcast Episode #33! 

Wanna continue this conversation use the #IDPodcast and tag me @coach_whittaker or coach_whittaker66 to discuss the show!  

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc 

Talking about the Show on Social Media use the #IDPodcast to give us your feedback 

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook 

Anchor: @Anchor

Episode 36 brings in Ms. Autumn Swavely, strength coach, competitive powerlifter, and pain specialist for a great conversation. Autumn shares her story, we talk powerlifting, coaching, and managing pain through strength and recovery methods. We also on national Chicken wing day even talk about Wings! Which as a native New Yorker she has the credibility to speak on! This was my first time speaking with Autumn and we hope to have her back again in the show in the future! Enjoy episode #36! 

Wanna continue the conversation use the #IDPodcast and tag me @coach_whittaker or coach_whittaker66 to discuss the show!

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Follow Autumn: @Autumnswavelycscs and brickhousebodyworks.com 

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media use the #IDPodcast to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Episode #37 brings Ms. Gina Hensley of USAPL Michigan and Calloso Powerlifting. Gina is an International Elite level Powerlifter and the state chair for USA Powerlifting Michigan. We talk about her history in powerlifting and have some typical #IDPodcast Fun! Hope to have Gina on again soon! 

Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the #IDPodcast and tag me @coach_whittaker or coach_whittaker66 to discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout out on next week's show! 

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Follow Gina: @Beautybehindthemuscles @calloso.llc @usaplmi

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media use the #IDPodcast to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Episode #40 featuring special guest Retired FDNY Fireman, Football and Throws Coach Mr. Tim Sommerlad. We talk all about Coach's Experiences throughout his time in the FDNY, as an Athlete, and Coach. We also get to talk a little Offensive Line like only two old offensive linemen can do.  It was great to catch up with Tim from our old days coaching throws in the OCIAA in the Hudson Valley of NY.  We also spend some time reflecting and Remembering the events of 9/11 2001 and the honor the bravery of all those emergency responders who ran into harm's way to save as many people as they could. NEVER FORGET the act that was committed that day and those lives who were lost! 

Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the #IDPodcast and tag me @coach_whittaker or coach_whittaker66 to discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout out on next week's show!

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Follow Coach Tim Sommerlad: @SommerladTim on Twitter

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media use the #IDPodcast to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

In episode #42 I have my sister Carley Whittaker In to talk all about her favorite Genre of Music Emo/Punk Rock.  We both run through our top 10 hits from this genre and compile a Spotify playlist for listeners to enjoy the songs in their entirety.

Iron Dread Podcast Top Emo/Punk Rock Songs Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/2beXznJAAB5jafFUHzOjzf?si=Xo9m07u1SFWbc9gW-QOM_A

Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the new social handle @IronDreadPod and use #IDPodcast to discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout out on next week's show!

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Follow the Show: @IronDreadPod

Follow Carley Whittaker: Nowhere! All she has is a personal Facebook

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media use the #IDPodcast to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Episode #43 Brings back two multi-time guests on the show Mr, Zach Bagbey and Mr. Quincy Gough. Our guys update us on how things are going for them as Zach just returned from US Army Basic training and Quincy trains to become an air pilot! We also get into some training talk, marble racing, and reminisce about the quarantine times. Always fun to catch up with these two who have meant so much to our Iron Dread Strength Program and to the podcast!

Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the new social handle @IronDreadPod and use #IDPodcast to discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout out on next week's show!

Bicep Curl Off Video: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1DJl1OXMUUd8ajwNRGApqkn4wU9s5yeUk/view?usp=sharing

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtIbf9CpqaXg

Follow the Show: @IronDreadPod

Follow Quincy Gough: @Quincy_Gough

Follow Zach Bagbey: @bigshmoneybagbey

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media use the #IDPodcast to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Episode #57, I’m solo on this one updating on the status of the Iron Dread Program and Powerlifting team. Talk about some training structure and tactics along with a new segment “Cool Stuff I’m Into Lately” and I give my Top 5 Audio Books that have greatly influenced me and I would recommend checking out!

Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout-out on next week's show!

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtI

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Follow the Show: @IronDreadPod

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media? tag @irondreadpod to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Theme Song: “The Vengeful One”  by Disturbed https://open.spotify.com/track/3jjU4Pky1ja5J1onU6ei4T?si=JTU9xkeKTzC9Q2T9H8wr5A

Episode #60! We talk with 5 of our Iron Dread Powerlifting Student-Athletes and recap their thoughts on our Iron Dread Powerlifting Showcase Meet from Saturday, March 20th, 2021 and talk about their powerlifting experience in general as members of the program and Iron Dread Strength and Conditioning. Some great insight from our young people who these programs were built to serve!

Watch the Replay of the Iron Dread Powerlifting Showcase meet here: tinyurl.com/IDPLShow21

Wanna continue the conversation, or show your support for the show?  Use the social handle @IronDreadPod and discuss the show! Make a post or story share and get a shout-out on next week's show!

Weightroom Song of the Week Playlist: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/1KO6TDvLgxh1FCP49d415o?si=oFG2bwT2R9KtI

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Follow the Show: @IronDreadPod

Follow Coach Chris Whittaker: @Coach_Whittaker66 on Instagram & @Coach_Whittaker on Twitter and @Irondread_sc

Talking about the Show on Social Media? tag @irondreadpod to give us your feedback

Sponsors: Crank It Up Dj Service @Crankitupdj_dancing Instagram @CrankitupDJ on Twitter and on Facebook

Anchor: @Anchor

Theme Song: “The Vengeful One”  by Disturbed https://open.spotify.com/track/3jjU4Pky1ja5J1onU6ei4T?si=JTU9xkeKTzC9Q2T9H8wr5A

Image Credits: @elisashulzphotography