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Michela Raymond joins the podcast just five days prior to taking the bikini stage at the NPC Team Universe in Teaneck, New Jersey! Mrs. Boston Mass recaps her tumultuous ten-week journey to the contest and provides her unique insight on preparing for a show with her spouse. Finally, hubby Jose makes a quick appearance pre-leg training! Also on the program, Matt and Lorenzo preview the Chicago Pro, discuss recent Kevin Levrone pictures, and analyze Kai Greene's special Mr. Olympia invitation!

3: 14 Fitness: 5 Reasons To Do Steady State Cardio https://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/going-steady-5-reasons-to-do-steady-state-cardio.html 13:40 Bodybuilding: The 5 People Every Lifter Needs to Avoid https://www.t-nation.com/powerful-words/5-people-every-lifter-needs-to-avoid 26:43 Dave’s Segment: The best and worst people in the gym and more. 1:03:16 Off Topic: The Science Of Attraction: THIS Is What Determines Whether You Have "Chemistry" Or Not http://www.mindbodygreen.com/0-27752/the-science-of-attraction-this-is-what-determines-whether-you-have-chemistry-o.html http://www.smithsonianmag.com/science-nature/the-truth-about-pheromones-100363955/ https://www.theguardian.com/science/2009/may/24/genes-human-attraction

On a special Father's Day edition of the podcast, Muscle Prodigies Matt and Lorenzo recap the eventful week in bodybuilding starting with the Rich Piana audio controversy. What actions should the IFBB take against the leader of the 5% army? On the contest front, light heavyweight Brandon Mims dominates the overall field at Jr. Nationals while Hunter Labrada and Shaun Clarida earn respective amateur and professional crowns at the Dallas Europa Games!

Matt and Lorenzo recap the Kansas City Muscle Mayhem show.

Episode 10 Index: 1:12 Fitness: Good vibrations: A bit of shaking can burn fat, combat diabetes http://www.sciencemag.org/news/2017/03/good-vibrations-bit-shaking-can-burn-fat-combat-diabetes?utm_source=newsfromscience&utm_medium=facebook-text&utm_campaign=goodvibrations-11769 6:58 Bodybuilding: 7 Research findings on rest intervals split squats and more. http://musculardevelopment.com/training/15180-7-research-findings-on-rest-intervals-split-squats-more.html#.WNnATyMrK8X 19:29 Dave’s discussion: Why The First Callout ended 48:50 Off Topic: Bill Gates on dangers of artificial intelligence https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/the-switch/wp/2015/01/28/bill-gates-on-dangers-of-artificial-intelligence-dont-understand-why-some-people-are-not-concerned/?utm_term=.102758549c7b https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/innovations/wp/2015/01/20/why-the-worlds-most-intelligent-people-shouldnt-be-so-afraid-of-artificial-intelligence/?utm_term=.97244af3b4b5 https://www.washingtonpost.com/news/speaking-of-science/wp/2014/12/02/stephen-hawking-just-got-an-artificial-intelligence-upgrade-but-still-thinks-it-could-bring-an-end-to-mankind/?tid=a_inl&utm_term=.7fe80b49f1b0

Most bodybuilders train to attain the elusive V-taper. Toney Freeman bypassed them all to boast one of the greatest X-taper’s of all time! The X-Man discusses his humble bodybuilding beginnings and weighs in on many hot topics in the sport. Finally, could we see a young Freeman try his hand in Dorian Yates’ brand new Super League?! Toney is also promoting his new Keto-based supplement brand Prüvit with innovative ketogenic products!

Hot on the heels of his … place finish at the California Pro, Charles Griffen joins the show on a special Memorial Day Muscle Prodigy Monday! Charles discusses his inspiring climb from rock bottom to bodybuilding stardom and why his first “improvement” season as an IFBB pro has proven successful. Matt and Lorenzo recap Sergio Oliva Jr.’s historic New York Pro victory, and preview the double feature of Toronto and California Pro shows! All this and more on the 42nd edition of MPP!

1:28 - Fitness: Competition vs Support: Which Improves Exercise Adherence? http://www.ironmagazine.com/2017/competition-vs-support-which-improves-exercise-adherence/ 8:09 - Bodybuilding: The Last 10 Pounds https://www.t-nation.com/training/last-10-pounds 25:01 - Dave Pulcinella’s segment: Keeping it simple in the gym. 51:02 - Off Topic: Born of Man and Woman by Richard Matheson https://www.amazon.com/Richard-Matheson-Collected-Stories-Vol/dp/1887368620/ref=sr_1_2?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1365557585&sr=1-2&keywords=richard+matheson+collected+stories

Akim Williams joins the podcast for his first interview post-New York Pro. Akim discusses preparation for battle with the Camel Crew in Kuwait, drastic changes in training & nutrition, and plans for the remainder of the 2017 contest season. The BK Beast also shares what it means to return to the stage in his home state and being a part of the new crop of dominant youth athletes. Follow Akim on Instagram @ifbbproakimwilliams for sponsorship inquiries!

Mark and Matt weigh in on an eventful week in wrestling including Matt's spur-of-the-moment trip to Monday Night RAW, and the shining stars of Alexa Bliss and the Miz, and provide WWE Backlash predictions. Our favorite segment “What if…” returns as the Podcast Tag Team Champions speculate how the landscape of the WWE could have changed if Shawn Michaels never broke his back in 1998. Grab your kendo stick and get ready for Strong Style on the third edition of Roll-Up Radio!

On the sophomore installment of Devil's Debate, Matt and Mink defend the concepts of IIFYM vs. Clean Eating. Comment below to tell us who you think won this battle and tell us what wars you would like to hear us wage on future episodes!

On a special Mother's Day edition of the Muscle Prodigy Podcast, Matt and Lorenzo predict the 212 and Open lineups at the New York Pro. Who did the Prodigies bestow unto the crown?

Episode 8: Injury Cardio, Compressed Organs, Part 3 of Dave’s Q&A, and Frightened Dogs 1:42 - Fitness: How Do I Burn Calories With an Injury? http://time.com/4592177/exercise-calories-injury-workout/ 7:10 - Bodybuilding: The Truth About Waist Trainers https://www.t-nation.com/living/the-truth-about-waist-trainers#.WI7Exsqikv8.facebook 22:31 - Dave’s Segment: Q&A Part 3 46:17 - Off Topic: That 'Guilty' Look That Your Dog Is Giving You Isn't Actually Guilt — They're Scared http://www.iflscience.com/plants-and-animals/that-guilty-look-that-your-dog-is-giving-you-isnt-actually-guilt-theyre-scared/

Shaun Clarida joins the Muscle Prodigy Podcast to discuss his unique bodybuilding career thus far and prep for the New York Pro. The Giant Killer shares what it means to him to compete in his hometown show, returning to the Mr. Olympia stage, and winning contests despite being outweighed by up to 60lbs.! This episode of the Muscle Prodigy Podcast is dedicated to Shaun's mother-in-law who passed away a few weeks ago.

The Road to the New York Pro continues with Light Heavyweight National Champion Derik Oslan! In his first interview ever, Derik discusses how bullying influenced his fitness career, his familial support system, and making his professional debut at such a high profile show. Oslan also tells the Prodigies what it's like to be a Granite Supplements athlete and to train under the tutelage of the Mountain Dog himself, John Meadows!

Welcome to Devil's Debate, the fitness debate show you've always wanted! We've heard your cries, we've heard your complains, we know your plight. Certain debate shows out there are anything but, with all parties involved taking the same side. Not here on my friends! My co-host Josh “Big” Mink and I will analyse various topics within the fitness industry and take diverging stances for a TRUE debate show. We might not always agree with the hand we've been dealt but will fight to the end to convince you the people to our side. At the end, we encourage you to write in the comments below and tell us who won the debate! Without further adieu LET’S FIGHT.

Roll-Up Radio 2 by Project Bodybuilding

The Road to the New York Pro begins with hometown hero and fan favorite Jon Delarosa! Matt and Lorenzo discuss various topics with the Dominican Dominator including his wife Swann's competitive drive, the importance of social media, family values, and the dynamic between Good guys vs. Bad guys in the fitness industry. Jon also sheds some light on his relationship with Marco Rivera, Juan Morel, and Victor Martinez, and his down 2016. All this and more on the first stop on the Road to the New York Pro!

Index: 1:15 - Fitness: Can you masturbate your way to a healthy prostate? http://www.webmd.com/prostate-cancer/news/20090127/masturbation-and-prostate-cancer-risk#1 http://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/prostate-cancer/in-depth/prostate-cancer-prevention/art-20045641 8:24 - Bodybuilding: What is the best workout plan if one wants to stay natural? https://www.t-nation.com/training/the-best-damn-workout-plan-for-natural-lifters 20:24 - Dave Pulcinella Q&A Part 2 – Dave answers your questions. 52:20 - Off Topic: Half Of All Life May Be Extinct Within a Century http://www.iflscience.com/plants-and-animals/half-of-all-life-may-be-extinct-within-a-century/ http://grist.org/article/scherer-christian/

Matt is joined by Croatian National Runner-Up, Lorenzo Marincic! Yes, you read that right. No, you didn’t miss a bunch of episodes. Our very own Croatian Sensation decided to try his hand (and his physique) in a bodybuilding show. How did he fare? Why did he keep this decision a secret? What was his prep like? What did he binge on post-show? Answers to all of these questions (and many more) on MPP36!