Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 44: Pat, Alex, and Mike
Release Date: 08/10/2025
Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 45 - Checkeditout
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In this episode, the hosts chat with Adam, Andy, and Dan about the Chicagoland Porsche community and their event, . Lawrence shares how a surprise from his wife introduced him to Porsche car culture, emphasizing the importance of connection and storytelling among enthusiasts. They discuss event planning, the evolution of car culture, and their outreach work with , a mentorship program for at-risk youth. The episode wraps up with updates on upcoming events and their book, “.” Adam Kern Co-Founder of Andy Bizub Co-Founder of and Founder/Co-Owner of Dan Cubric ...
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 44: Pat, Alex, and Mike
Rockwell Barbell Podcast
In this episode, Lawrence chats with , , and . They share personal stories from their early training, and Pat share how judo enhances jiu-jitsu skills. Alex talks about his journey to being a black belt and being at . Mike talks about his progression to brown belt. They discuss downtime from jit-jitsu, trusting your sparring partners, and how they all ended up at Balance Point.
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 43: Tony Lullo
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In this episode, host Lawrence Scott welcomes Tony Lullo, an expert gaffer and lighting technician known for his work on "Chicago Fire" and many notable films. They talk about how they met during a filming session at Rockwell Barbell. Tony shares his Midwest values and the sense of camaraderie he feels on set. They also discuss industry mentorship, the ins and out of the Chicago film industry, and the personalities in it.
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 42: Caroline Moody
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In this episode, Lawrence speaks with tattoo artist and shop owner, Caroline Moody (IG: ) about their friendship, being at the Rockwell Barbell, and training together. She shares her experiences of working in the tattoo industry for 18 years. She talks about celebrating the ten year anniversary of her tattoo shop, . They discuss the balance of passion and profession, the significance of family in Caroline's art career, the personal significance of tattoos, and the importance of mentorship and community in both powerlifting and the art world. They also talk about smart rings and health...
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 41: Adrienne Eades
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In this episode, Lawrence Scott speaks with Adrienne Eades (IG: ) about her experience preparing for the Paris Marathon. They discuss her 16-week training journey leading up to the marathon, and the unique atmosphere of Paris compared to Chicago. Adrienne shares the importance of support from her partner leading up to and during the marathon. Adrienne also talks about coaching while balancing running and lifting goals. They also discuss what what drove Adrienne to join Rockwell Barbell as a trainer, and the work that goes into changing careers. She also shares some of her future goals in...
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep 40: Matt Blankenberger
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In this episode, Lawrence Scott catches up with Matt Blankenberger (). They talk about the evolution of their friendship and careers. Matt talks about his experiences as the Vice President of Rockwell Barbell, the owner of Pig Collective, and being the co-owner of the clothing brand, . They discuss the supportive community and family in powerlifting. They also share their love for hardcore music and perspectives on training as they get older.
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 39: Katie Scott and Inez Carrasquillo
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In this episode, Lawrence and Katie () hosts champion strongwoman athlete Inez Carrasquillo (). Inez shares her journey from a severe injury to winning the North American Arnold Classic Strongwoman competition. She also goes over her experience as a Rogue Invitational champion and new records. Katie talks about her experiences that lead her into becoming a personal trainer and the Director of Operations at Rockwell Barbell. Then, they discuss their collaboration and performance at Lollapalooza, and the supportive community at both Rockwell Barbell and Surge gyms.
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 38: Dan Strauss
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In this episode, Lawrence and Ed talk with Dan Strauss. Dan is a Brazilian Jiu Jitsu Black Belt under Roger Gracie and Strength Training Aficionado. He talks about his journey from traditional Japanese Jiu Jitsu to Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and training under legends like Roger Gracie. They also cover philosophies on live sparring versus drilling. You can find Dan on Instagram () or at
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep. 37: Bill Guschwan and Justin Moore
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Bill and Justin join Lawrence on this episode, where they discuss the links between creativity, formative experiences in education, strong mentorship, and personal growth. Bill shares his journeys taking him from Big Tech, to becoming an educator, and insights from his experience in tech entrepreneurship. They also cover resilience through trauma, teamwork complexities in the video game and tech industries, along with the ongoing process of learning through shared experiences.
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Rockwell Barbell Podcast Ep 36: Ty Horn
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In this episode, Lawrence speaks with Ty Horn, aka Mobility Monster (), about his journey from college football to strength coaching and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. Ty touches on his individualized training approach, the use of unconventional techniques, and the importance of community in martial arts. Ty shares insights from his experiences training with some of the top Jiu-Jitsu grapplers, and how technique can overrule size on the mat. They both touch on blue collar work ethic and how it influenced their training. They also discuss the growth that comes from stepping outside comfort zones and...
info_outlineIn this episode, Lawrence chats with Pat, Alex, and Mike. They share personal stories from their early training, and Pat share how judo enhances jiu-jitsu skills. Alex talks about his journey to being a black belt and being at Balance Point. Mike talks about his progression to brown belt. They discuss downtime from jit-jitsu, trusting your sparring partners, and how they all ended up at Balance Point.