The Lions Pit Podcast

From the rugby field to the world of human performance and entrepreneurship. 💪On this episode, I sit down with Roman Brady, co-founder of Exalt XP, to talk about his journey through competitive athletics, overcoming multiple ACL injuries, and finding a new path after his playing career took an unexpected turn.We dive into the science of human performance, the power of environmental conditioning, and how Exalt XP is changing the way people approach recovery, wellness, and longevity.An awesome conversation about adversity, reinvention, and the drive to keep pushing the limits of what we're capable of.

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Recorded at Sound Shed Studio – Austin, Texas

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Nonsense and more with Jack of no trades, Ty Burge.Stories of sports mishaps, cousin love, nearly getting kicked to death by his sister, and other ramblings from the KRCT membership manager.

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In this episode, I sit down with Katie Callaway — former Oklahoma City Thunder Girl and current coach at Korrect Fitness — for a conversation about reinvention, fitness, confidence, and finding your next chapter.

Katie shares her journey from professional dance and performing to CrossFit, strength training, and coaching. We talk about the challenges that come with changing your identity, what she’s learned from years of training and competition, and why strength can be so empowering — especially for women.

We also dive into coaching, consistency, building confidence, and learning to embrace where you are instead of being stuck on where you’ve been.

A great conversation about strength, resilience, and becoming a better version of yourself. 💪

🎙️ Tune in and get to know Katie Callaway!

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THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY CAÚA — BEYOND CHOCOLATE
Chocolate starts with cacao—but there is much more to cacao than chocolate.
In this episode, I sit down with CAÚA founder David Montoya to talk about faith, family, health, our relationship with food, and why he believes cacao deserves to be rediscovered in its pure form.
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🎙️ Tune in and get to know David Montoya and the story behind CAÚA Culture.

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Fitness is more than just training—it’s the people, the community, and the connections you build along the way.

This week, I sit down with Josh Job, founder of Austin Fitness Community and co-founder of Austin Fit Fest, to talk about his journey building one of Austin’s most connected fitness communities.

We talk about how Austin Fitness Community started, what inspired Josh to bring different corners of the fitness world together, and how that vision eventually grew into Austin Fit Fest.

We also dive into entrepreneurship, the challenges of building something from the ground up, creating community, and what it takes to keep pushing an idea forward when you believe in it.

Josh has created something that goes beyond gyms and workouts—he's helping bring together athletes, coaches, businesses, and everyday people from all different backgrounds under one roof.

A great conversation about fitness, community, entrepreneurship, and the people who make Austin's fitness scene what it is.

🎧 Listen to the full episode now on all major streaming platforms.

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Josh Job - https://www.instagram.com/thejoshjob/

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From coaching in a gym to building one of the biggest fitness podcasts in the world.This week, I sit down with Mike Bledsoe, co-founder of Barbell Shrugged, entrepreneur, coach, and someone who's spent years challenging the way we think about fitness, business, and personal growth.We talk about his journey through the fitness industry, building Barbell Shrugged from the ground up, the lessons that came with entrepreneurship, and what happens when the success you're chasing doesn't necessarily bring the fulfillment you expected.We also dive into coaching, identity, mindset, burnout, personal growth, and the importance of continuing to evolve—not just as a coach or entrepreneur, but as a person.A lot of lessons, a lot of honesty, and a conversation that goes way beyond the barbell.🎧 Listen to the full episode now on all major streaming platforms.

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What happens when the next chapter of your life isn't just about building something, but about finding something deeper? This week, I sit down with Erik Gundersen, co-founder of FITAID, for a conversation about entrepreneurship, health, purpose, and his newfound faith. We talk about his journey building brands in the fitness and beverage world, his newest hydration supplement, Fortified, and what inspired him to start this next chapter. But more importantly, Erik opens up about his journey with faith and how discovering it has changed the way he looks at life, business, relationships, and his own purpose. It's a conversation about success, but also about realizing that success isn't always about what you build. Sometimes it's about who you're becoming along the way.

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Success rarely happens overnight—it’s built through years of showing up, learning, and putting in the work.

This week, I sit down with Larry Maloney, COO and GM of Korrect Fitness, for a conversation about the path that brought him to where he is today. Larry opens up about starting from the ground up, the lessons he learned through every stage of his career, and how those experiences shaped the leader and coach he is now.

We also dive into his newest project, where he's helping fitness professionals grow not only stronger businesses, but stronger foundations as coaches and individuals. From building sustainable careers in the fitness industry to developing the mindset needed for long-term success, Larry shares practical insights for anyone looking to create something meaningful.

Whether you're a coach, business owner, or someone chasing a goal of your own, this episode is a reminder that the biggest wins often come from staying committed to the process.

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Healing isn't always about fixing what's broken—sometimes it's about learning to understand yourself, let go of what no longer serves you, and move through life with more intention.This week, I sit down with Samson Odusanya for a powerful conversation about healing, self-discovery, and the inner work that shapes every part of our lives. We talk about navigating pain, breaking unhealthy patterns, embracing vulnerability, and why real growth starts with being honest with yourself.Samson shares his perspective on finding peace in the middle of life's challenges, building deeper relationships, and creating a life that's rooted in purpose instead of performance. This episode is a reminder that healing isn't a destination—it's an ongoing journey, and none of us have it all figured out.If you're on your own path of growth, looking for a fresh perspective, or simply need a conversation that encourages you to slow down and reflect, this one's for you.

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From fighting under the bright lights to building something bigger outside the cage.This week, I sit down with Bay Area MMA veteran Shane "Shuga" Keefe to talk about his journey through mixed martial arts, the lessons he's learned along the way, and the next chapter of his career as he opens Pressure Gym.We dive into what inspired him to create the gym, the culture he's building, how boxing has shaped his life, and what he hopes to bring to the community. We also get into his experiences competing at the highest levels of MMA, the mindset it takes to keep evolving, and what's next for him inside and outside the fight game.Whether you're a fighter, coach, entrepreneur, or just someone chasing a dream, this conversation is packed with insight and authenticity.

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https://www.instagram.com/shugaashane/

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