47. MADISON MACKAY "Weightlifting is Fun"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
Release Date: 01/24/2026
57. Jess Montejo "UNIT"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls chat with Jess Montejo (who is a freakin powerhouse). Jess talks about everything from first meets to building a full-on strength sports hub. She also shares how a simple invite from her cousin turned into a decade-long journey in powerlifting, multiple records across federations, and eventually opening UNIT Strength Training with her husband. We also touch on "halftime entertainment" in strength sports so be sure to tune in. Be sure to share this episode with your friends and leave us a 5-star review anywhere you listen! Grab a 2G1B shirt/sweatshirt or an "I am a woman in...
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56. ANNA MCELDERRY "Spicy Uno and TSwift Takeovers"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls welcome Anna McElderry - reader, playlist extraordinaire, and Team USA weightlifter. Anna shares her journey from a field hockey kid with terrible hand-eye coordination to an international-level Olympic weightlifter training out of Garage Strength. She talks about qualifying for Youth Nationals early on, medaling at her first international meet, and growing up in the sport alongside teammates. Anna also gets into the real stuff on burnout and how she decided what to do with her weightlifting career. This one is FUN. Be sure to share it with your friends and leave us a 5-star review...
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55. JESSIE JOHNSON "Storyteller"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls finally chat with the amazing Jessie Johnson - Director of the Final Attempt, documentarian, weightlifter, photographer, videographer extraordinaire (among a million other facets). We love Jessie more than we know how to describe, and we're so excited to have her share some of her life with all of you. Jessie talks about being a documentarian and a weightlifter, what it looks like to evaluate your progress in sport during different stages of life, and what capturing sport means. We encourage you to support Jessie's work by: reaching out to her and HIRING her following Jessie on...
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54. JEN THOMPSON "Mail-In Registration"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls are joined by absolute powerlifting legend Jen Thompson, and honestly… we’re still not over it. Jen takes us all the way back to her start in the late ‘90s, when she literally stumbled onto a competition at Muscle Beach and thought, “yeah, I can do that.” From lifting in a basement gym with college friends to becoming an 11-time IPF World Champion, her story is equal parts grit, curiosity, and just sticking with it over time. We get into what it actually looked like to grow up in strength sports as a woman when there were barely any women competing, and how she’s watched...
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53. Dear Diary: F*** the Arnold
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls recap the tornado that was The Arnold this past weekend in Columbus. Wanda competed and bombed (again) and talks about what that means for her mental game and what she will do next. Mandi coached and did so much media and also now doesn't believe anything her Garmin watch says. They talk about everything from the mental training needed for competing to the new funding opportunities and when they compete next (yes, both Mandi and Wanda have meets on the schedule). Grab a 2G1B shirt/sweatshirt or an "I am a woman in strength sports" shirt. Join the to support the...
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52. SYUHAIDAH AHMAN "Just Keep Building"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls welcome Syuhaidah Ahman, a weightlifter from Brunei, who shares her unique journey into the sport. Syuhaidah discusses her dual career in construction and weightlifting, revealing how her childhood interest in building and design led her to manage multiple campuses in her professional life. She reflects on her initial exposure to weightlifting through her father's interest in the Olympics and how she eventually found her way into the sport while studying abroad in the UK. The conversation highlights the importance of community in weightlifting, as Syuhaidah recounts her experiences...
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51. BONUS: Will Edmonds
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
Our first bonus episode of the year is officially here! The girls are joined by Will Edmonds of USA Weightlifting who discusses his career journey, the evolution of communications within USA Weightlifting, and the importance of highlighting grassroots athletes. They explore the challenges of media representation in weightlifting, the need for transparency in communication, and Will's personal goals as he prepares for upcoming competitions. We highly encourage you to comment on Will's photos to ask him to play the trumpet for us. Follow Will on Instagram Follow USA Weightlifting on...
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50. "The 50th Episode"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls are officially on their 50th episode and ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY!!! Grab a 2G1B shirt/sweatshirt or an "I am a woman in strength sports" shirt. Apply for the 2G1B Arnold Scholarship . Want to help fund more scholarships? DM us on Instagram. Join the to support the podcast and fund ongoing scholarships for women in strength sports. Follow the podcast on Instagram: Follow Mandi on Instagram: Follow Wanda on Instagram:
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49. STEFANI WARNICK "I Know Who I Am"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls chat with weightlifter, coach, and gym owner Stefani Warnick. Stefani shares her journey from soccer to CrossFit to weightlifting as well as the emotional toll of competing in sport. She shares her evolving relationship with the sport, from the impact of injuries to shifting focus between competing and coaching to the importance of integrity and grit. Follow Stefani on Instagram . Grab a 2G1B shirt/sweatshirt or an "I am a woman in strength sports" shirt. Apply for the 2G1B Arnold Scholarship . Want to help fund more scholarships? DM us on Instagram. Join...
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48. NOORIN GULAM "Consistency is Momentum"
2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi & Wanda
The girls chat with our very first International (living and competng) athlete, Noorin Gulam, who has an infectious positivity and determination that you will want to try to adapt. Nooring talks about her journey in weightlifting and emphasizes the significance of self-reflection and mental resilience in sports, as well as her passion for coaching and empowering others, particularly South Asian women in weightlifting. Follow Noorin on Instagram and find all of her support links Grab a 2G1B shirt/sweatshirt or an "I am a woman in strength sports" shirt. Apply for the 2G1B Arnold...
info_outlineThe girls chat with Madison Mackay and talk about her journey into weightlifting, her coaching philosophy, and the importance of community in sports. They explore the balance between Madison's law career and her coaching responsibilities, the growth of Clintonville Barbell, and the significance of female coaches in the weightlifting community. She emphasizes the importance of problem-solving, adaptability, and creating a safe environment for athletes.
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