The Matter Mentality Podcast

Special Guest Feature | Austin Stout

On this episode of The Matter Mentality Podcast, we sit down with renowned bodybuilder and coach Austin Stout to dive deep into the realities of longevity in the sport. From recovery strategies and managing stress to the philosophy behind intelligent training and coaching, Austin shares his wealth of experience in both competing and guiding athletes to long-term success. Whether you’re an aspiring competitor or a seasoned lifter, this conversation is packed with insights to help you train smarter, recover better, and stay in the game for the long haul.

Special Guest feature | Coach Brando Caron | What The Gym Floor Tranlates to Online

What does gym floor experience really teach a coach, and how does it translate to the online space? In this episode, we sit down with Coach Brando to break down the key methods of approach for online coaching, the lessons only in-person training can provide, and where the industry often falls short in bridging the gap between the two. Whether you're a coach looking to refine your process or an athlete curious about what makes quality coaching, this conversation is worth a listen.

Special Guest feature | Dr. Umar Nisar | Asylum Sports Performance & Recovery

On today's episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast, Ben interviews Dr. Umar Nisar who we had the pleasure of meeting in Jersey while on a stop over to see our good friend CJ. Dr. Umar specialises in Performance and Recovery but also creates an environment for the mentalities he works with closely to exist. With names like Nick Walker on his books, he explains the importance of client-centric approaches in business, how he got to where he is now, what trends he sees in the industry, and where many fall down on their way to success. Dr. Umar embraces a philosophy much like our own so to have had the honour to call him a friend from across the pond is truly an honor indeed!

Special Guest Feature | Max Waldron | Ethical Coaching

In this episode of the Matter Menality Podcast, Ben interviews Max Waldron, the owner of The Performance Hub Gym. Together they bring their complimenting view of in-person and online coaching styles, and why ethical and humanistic approaches to coaching seem to be rarer than in the olden days when coaches took the time to understand their athletes and clients to understand what makes them tick, what helps them perform, and the times in which an individual requires empathy from their coach. A great listen for athletes and coaches who currently run businesses.

Special Guest Feature | Steven Granzella | Marek Health

In this episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast, we interview Steven Granzella, better known as "Smokey" which you will learn about in the episode, alongside his strong standing career in Powerlifting, Steven is also the Marketing Director for Marek Health. Marek Health is currently one of the most rapidly expanding and accessible health clinic services in the United States. Bringing extensive testing and making this more accessible to athletes and the individual, alongside endless education and online consultations, they have changed and advanced the medical accessibility game beyond anything we have ever seen before!

Special Guest Feature - Dr. Max Draper from Alphagenix

In this episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast - Ben interviews one of the greatest leaders in the space of medical TRT for men's health. Dr. Max Draper.
Dr. Max Draper is a leading consultant physician at Alphagenix, a UK-based clinic specializing in testosterone replacement therapy (TRT). With a deep passion for improving men's health, Dr. Draper is recognized for his expertise in diagnosing and treating low testosterone and its impact on mental, physical, and sexual well-being. His approach combines medical precision with lifestyle guidance, aiming to help patients achieve vitality and long-term health.

Special Guest | Dr. Mike T Nelson | Extreme Human Performance

In today's episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast, Ben interviews one of the most valuable gems known to high performance, Dr. Mike T Nelson. With a qualification list almost the same size as a dictionary, we are honoured to talk with him about his research, teachings, and applications in the realm of high performance. 

ARAM GRIGORIAN | What we have changed our minds about...

In this episode of the Matter Mentality podcast, we welcome back one of our close friends and coaching geniuses, Aram Grigorian. This episode is detailed with the views and concepts that as coaches, working with clients across time, we have shifted our opinion on. Lived experiences alongside the data and what that translates to with clients are highly valuable. Removing the ego as a coach to say, maybe I was wrong to view something a certain way or have seen this process in action, I have shifted my narrative or view of it now.

Special Guest Feature - Building The Elite

In this episode of The Matter Mentality Podcast - Ben interviews the team behind Building The Elite. Jonathan Pope & Craig Weller founded Building The Elite together and through this, provided one of the most successful foundations of systems and training principles for Special Operations Forces candidates (SOF's). For our high-performance athletes and clients, many of the systems designed by Building The Elite have contributed to and complimented the way in which we design our delivery of coaching at the individual level. 
 
Building the Elite has been praised for its holistic approach, which combines physical conditioning, mental toughness training, and personalised coaching. Testimonials and anecdotal evidence suggest that participants experience improved success rates in passing SOF selection processes due to the program’s focus on addressing the root causes of failure, such as injury prevention, stress management, and psychological endurance.

Special Guest Feature | CJ Appenzeller | Speed Master of Baseball

In this episode of the Matter Mentality Podcast, Ben interviews CJ, the founder of Appenzeller Training Systems. CJ has an incredible background, from player to coaching systems required to slash your 60, increase velocity, and lectures at university. The astonishing story of an unknown break-and-enter led to a career centered around mastering performance in well-renowned baseball players and teaching future coaches how to excel.