Protein Bro's: Daily Summaries Delivered

#187 Josh Guffey - Fit Truk

#186 DJ Sansone & Ashton West - The Yard Gym

The bros sit down with DJ Sansone and Ashton West, the owners of The Yard Gym in St. Louis and the upcoming Lee's Summit, MO location. We dive into how one of Australia's fastest-growing fitness brands made its way to the Midwest, what sets The Yard apart from traditional gyms, and why its unique blend of strength, conditioning, and community is attracting so much attention. We also talk entrepreneurship and discuss The Yard becoming Nike Training's first global gym partner. Tune in and go check out The Yard Gym!

#185 Tyler Deen & Ryan Richardson - The Iron Reserve Gym

Tyler and Ryan are the owners of the brand new 24 hour gym - Iron Reserve in Independence, MO. Iron Reserve is not your typical gym - custom gold plated plates and dumbbells, state of the art equipment and a full med spa that offers facials, peptides, bloodwork and everything in between. Iron Reserve is a gym that looks and operates like no other. High standards, amazing trainers and a community that will welcome you with opens arms. In this episode we talk about their relationship and the idea behind opening the gym, the future plans for their current location and their growth, and we talk about what changes in the fitness community that that love. Tune in!

#185 Aaron Summers pt.2

#184 Aaron Summers pt. 1

This week on the Protein Bros Podcast, we're joined by Aaron Summers from 1st Phorm for the second time! If you've ever been to 1st Phorm's massive Summer Smash parties, you understand how amazing the event is — and Aaron is the man responsible for making it all happen behind the scenes. From coordinating massive crowds and unforgettable performances to handling the countless moving pieces that go into one of the fitness industry's biggest annual events, Aaron has a front-row seat to it all.In this episode, Aaron shares never-before-heard stories from past Summer Smash events, what it takes to pull off a weekend of that magnitude, and what attendees can expect from Summer Smash in the years ahead. Whether you're a longtime 1st Phorm supporter or planning your first trip to St. Louis, this episode gives you an inside look at the event that has become a staple of the fitness community.Stay tuned for pt. 2 next week!

#183 Kyle Gillett pt. 3

Dr. Kyle Gillett returns for his 3rd appearance on the podcast and this one goes deep.We dive into the rapidly changing world of peptides and how professional athletes are beginning to view them for recovery, injury prevention, performance longevity, muscle retention, and staying competitive through long seasons. We also discuss which peptides are gaining the most attention in pro sports, the risks athletes need to consider, and how regulations and testing are evolving around their use.On top of that, we break down the long-term conversation around GLP-1s, how that space is changing fast, and what supplements are important to take while using them to help support muscle mass, recovery, performance, and overall health.One of the most detailed episodes we’ve done yet on performance optimization, recovery, longevity, and the future of modern health science.

#182 Will Moxley & Christian Miles

This week we’re joined by one of the most respected bodybuilding minds in Kansas City, Will Moxley, alongside returning guest and IFBB Pro, Christian Miles.Will has built a reputation for mastering the fine details—bringing a highly educated, calculated approach to nutrition, prep, and elite-level physique development. And with Christian back on the mic, we get both the coach and competitor perspective in real time.In this episode, we break down Will’s full coaching philosophy, the biggest do’s and don’ts competitors need to understand, and what it really takes to guide athletes at the pro level.If you’re serious about bodybuilding—or want to understand what separates average from elite—this is one you don’t want to miss.

#181 Ian Smith & Leo Cormier

The voice heard around the world. What started as a stand for his community quickly turned him into a polarizing figure—seen as both a hero and a villain. But through the noise, he earned something more valuable: respect.That respect led to a partnership with Leo of Recovery CBD.This week, they join us to unpack their journey, the complexities of the peptide and CBD industries, and the message behind Ian’s new book Find Your Hill.