The Squat Plug

By The Squat Plug

The working class's powerlifting pod, for your listening pleasure.

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January 07, 2025 #32 - Power Grifters - A Year in Review - Where Are They Now?
On this episode of The Squat Plug, the boys circle back last years hit series “Power Grifters” and look into how things have changed after bringing up quite a few scandals and scams too light. 2024 was a wild year...
Check out the Top 5 list of the 2023/2024 Power Grifters list. We aint forget shit.
Stanek spoke on his side of the story.
Flores makes amends?
Sullivan, Haddad, Bailey. What are they up to?
Find out on this episode and let’s see what 2025 has in store. 🤝
Chapters
00:00 Year in Review: Grifters and Scams
02:16 The Case of Kate Haddad: A Scammer's Journey
05:17 Joe Sullivan: The Supplement Scammer
08:14 Hypocrisy in the Fitness Community
08:55 The Fallout: Personal Stories and Community Impact
10:47 The Future of Grifting: What Lies Ahead
17:31 The Disappearance of Content
17:59 OnlyFans and Public Perception
18:27 Redemption and Misdeeds in the Community
20:06 The Case of Joe Stanek
23:18 Irredeemable Actions and Consequences
29:51 Law Enforcement and Community Trust
36:24 Political Disillusionment and Society's Fabric
39:50 The Mindset of Political Followers
42:40 Cultural Icons and Their Controversies
43:20 New Chapter
44:54 Scams in the Powerlifting Community
46:54 Impact and Responsibility in Strength Sports
49:31 The Need for Accountability in Coaching
52:17 Grifter Rankings: Exposing Scams in the Community
55:38 Unpacking the Controversy: Elizabeth's Silence
58:39 The Impact of Charity Misconduct
01:01:17 Powerlifting's Dark Side: Accountability and Leadership
01:02:52 Industry Overhaul and Self-Exploration
01:03:47 Reviewing the Grifters of 2024
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1h 5min
November 19, 2024 #31 - Catching up on upcoming changes at the USAPL with Jan Daurio
The boys sit with Jan Daurio ( @jandaurio ) and draw out a road map for how to go from being an individual that is just looking to better themselves, up to becoming one of strongest Raw Powerlifters in America, and getting invited to the USAPL Pro Series.
Jan also discusses the upcoming events and changes at USA Powerlifting ( @usapowerlifting ) in 2025. From Qualifying totals to international expansion, Jan helps the boys understand how to plan their 2025 meet strategies based on the updates to the process.

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USA Powerlifting @usapowerlifting
USAPL Pro Series
Jan Daurio @jandaurio
The Squat Plug @thesquatplug
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1h 24min
October 13, 2024#30 - The Impact of Elevation on Performance and Engaging Spectators in Powerlifting Events
In this episode the boys are back from 2024 USAPL Raw Nationals.
The boys talk about if elevation can affect lifters differently during competitions.

They speak about how reconciliation between federations could benefit the entire sport.

The boys touch on a key flaw in federation events; Spectator Engagement. It's one more thing that federations need to figure out in order to help grow this sport. People that don't lift want to enjoy the sport too.

Future Nationals in Atlanta may bring new opportunities.
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1h 14min
September 06, 2024 #29 - 2024 USAPL Raw Nationals - James, pls bring Churro Crumble Cookies
In this episode the boys talk about how James will consider (and will be persuaded) to bring the boys some of those world famous San Antonio Churro Crumble Cookies with him to the 2024 USAPL Raw Nationals, in Salt Lake City, Utah.

They also cover several lifters and talk about their expectations.

The boys will be out in Salt Lake City, Utah to compete, help, and experience another round of the USAPL Raw Nationals.
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43min
August 02, 2024 #28 - Powergrifters - E3*: Nico Flores (Nico-gate)
In this episode, the Squat Plug goes over the many layers of Nico Flores' shenanigans in detail. Jeff Ko, Nico's former business partner and the man behind Garden Threads' short lived success, joins us to share his side of the story.Join us on the third episode of as we go down this rabbit hole together. And, as usual for Powergrifter episodes, this episode will be a little spicier than usual.You can reach out to TSP if you send us a text through this linkHosts:Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisse...
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58min
July 26, 2024 #27 - Really? Raleigh? Rally? Lounging and Banter
The Squat Plug takes a breather.Mateo, Mark, and Ylli catch up and talk about what's on their minds at the moment.- The differences between Signature Series and Pro Series- Logistics and Design at White Toe- SponsorshipsLet us know what you think.Send us some questions.Enjoy.You can reach out to TSP if you send us a text through this linkHosts:Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgramMark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrengthProducer:Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz
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45min
July 19, 2024 #26 - Snapback Weinstein - The Ashton Bailey (TooBuff4Thisss) exposé
Ylli (@brolicgram) clears up the details of the Ashton Bailey (@toobuff4thisss) insanity that is finally being brought to light. The Mateo and Mark are trying to understand things as they happened by interviewing the whistleblower (Ylli). Mark, Ylli, and Mateo are covering a serious topic and exposing this controversy has been quite an experience. Trying to shed light on this topic has generated a lot of misdirection by some and misguided feelings by others and reactions instead of othe...
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58min
June 18, 2024 #25 - Mark @ 2024 NE Regionals, Rising Tide, Leg Sweeps and Mugshots
We start off with Mark ( @mark_collaborativestrength) getting into his experience at the 2024 USA Powerlifting Northeast Regional Championships in Portland, Maine.Check out Mark's Meet Recap - Meet RecapYlli (@brolicgram) and Mateo (@whitetoe_connoisseur) made it to 2024 USA Powerlifting Rising Tide, in New Jersey. How'd it go? Well... They made it.Can you compare SBD Raleigh to The Arnolds ?And! Leg Sweeps, and Mugshots... What was she thinking?You can reach out to TSP if yo...
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37min
May 13, 2024 #24 - Signature Series Vs Pro Series "Totally different trust me" - PLA Stans Probably
The Plug Boys compare and contrast the Signature Series versus the Pro Series, coaches who poach clients, and the Bench Debacle in Las Vegas. Tune in and subscribe!You can reach out to TSP if you send us a text through this linkHosts:Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgramMark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrengthProducer:Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz
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47min
April 24, 2024 #23 - HS NATS, BEEFS, AND YLLI'S HISTORY
In Episode 23 A debacle at the High School Powerlifting Nationals (special Squat Suit competition). We all learn the secret weapon: slingshots! Ylli opens up. You can reach out to TSP if you send us a text through this linkHosts:Mateo Manko @whitetoe_connoisseur Ylli Mujaj @brolicgramMark Doherty @mark_collaborativestrengthProducer:Producer Bestar Mujaj @beunz
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54min

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