Bolder Athlete Podcast

Competing, Coaching, and Finding Perspective with Kyle Ruth | 51

A raw, insightful, and surprisingly hilarious conversation between two top‑10 CrossFit Games masters athletes who finally get the chance to sit down and actually talk.

The 2026 Games - Reflections, Reactions, and the Road Ahead | 50th Episode

In this special, 50th episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra sits down with now seven‑time CrossFit Games champion Jason Grubb and Chief Operations Off

Games Prep + New Cycle | What We’ve Tested, What We Know, What’s Coming | #49

With the 2026 CrossFit Games just days away, Josh and Jason sit down for a raw, behind‑the‑scenes conversation about testing events, managing fatigue, and navigating the

What It Takes: Living, Training, Thriving, with Carrie Rieger | #48

On this episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, Josh sits down with Carrie Rieger, a four‑time CrossFit Games athlete, devoted mom of three, and one of the most discipline

Finding Purpose: Dave Hippensteel's Journey | #47

In this episode, Josh sits down with Dave Hippenstiel, one of the most decorated and respected Masters athletes in CrossFit history. At 70 years old, Dave is preparing fo

Breaking Through. Headed to the Games after 15 years, with Andy Timm | #47

In this episode, Josh sits down with 45-year-old CrossFit standout Andy Timm, fresh off his dominant win at the Del Mar Semifinal and officially heading to the CrossFit G

Building an Empire - On Grit, Leadership, and Positivity - with Sarah Hayes | #44

At 51 years old, Sarah Longshore Hayes is the definition of grit, leadership, and longevity in fitness. In this episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, Josh sits down with

Behind the Scenes - DelMar Semifinals and upcoming Divergence Cycle | #43

In episode 43 of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra and 6x Champ, Jason Grubb, pull back the curtain on Masters competition and the training engine behind Bol

Behind the Scenes With Gina Grubb: Heart of the Grubb Family #45

In this special episode, Gina Grubb steps into the spotlight in this warm, funny, and deeply human conversation with host Josh Boonstra. In this episode, Gina opens up ab

Raising, Coaching, Being - an Athlete - with Gina Cacchiotti‑Wellner | #42

In this episode of The Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra sits down with Gina Cacciotti‑Wellner—a 58‑year‑old lifelong competitor, dental hygienist, NASM‑certifie

Anything but Ordinary with Carl Christenson | #41

Carl Christensen may call himself “just a regular dad trying to be as fit as he can,” but his story proves he’s anything but ordinary. In this episode, host Josh Boonstra

Coast Guard to Competition - A Story of Discipline, Doubt, and Determination with Eric More | #40

Eric reflects on the realities of active duty versus reservist life, the influence of family and early athletics, and how parenthood reshaped his approach to training. He

Quarterfinals Breakdown - Test Runs, Tips, and Targets | #39

In this very timely episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra sits down with CrossFit Games athletes Aaron Houchin, Justin Brewer, and Paul Delanoy to cat

Comfortable Being Uncomfortable with Karen Rotondo | #38

In this episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra sits down with Karen Rotondo—aka Fit Grandma—a 63-year-old athlete, registered nurse, and relentless com

Strength to Serve: Fitness, Fatherhood, and Finding Purpose with Kaleb Campbell | #37

In the 37th episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra sits down with Kaleb Campbell as he shares his inspiring journey, pursing a passion to help others t

Bouncing Back - A story of resilience and determination with Luke Schmitt | 36

In the 36th episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, Josh Boonstra sits down with Luke Schmitt for an honest and inspiring conversation about resilience, recovering from in

Becoming a Bolder Affiliate with Roar O'Brien and Steve Hagarty | #35

In this episode, Josh Boonstra sits down Steve Hegarty and Roar O’Brien, from Cork, Ireland, for a thoughtful and practical conversation about coaching, programming, and

Behind Bolder - with the Bolder Athlete Leadership Team | 34

In this episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, the leadership team pulls back the curtain on the people and priorities shaping the community—spotlighting the personal bac

Behind the Scenes of the Qualifier Cycle - Up Next - with Jason Grubb | 33

Surge is nearly complete and the Qualifier Cycle is up next. In this episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, Josh Boonstra and Jason Grubb go behind the scenes on how the

Addiction, Recovery, and Rediscovery with Andie Scelsi | 32

In this deeply honest episode of the Bolder Athlete Podcast, host Josh Boonstra sits down with Andie Scelsi for a raw conversation about identity, survival, and rebuildin