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Barbells and B.S

Barbells and B.S
Powerlifting
Sheffield
Nutrition
Coaching
World Games
Scottish Powerlifting
Weight Cutting
Sheffield Competition
British Powerlifting
World Championships
Community Engagement
SBD British Classic Open 2026
Social Media
Sheffield 2026
Strength Training
Weight Classes
Training
Competition
Hot Takes
Christmas

Does what it says on the tin...barbells and bullshit is the name of the game!

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Hey Folks!

Welcome back to this week's episode, Ciar was away gallivanting in the mountains so we were joined by Matt Henry of Max Out Powerlifting to shoot the shit. We had some great craic and played some fun games, do you agree with how the boys ... more

Hey Folks!

Welcome back! This time we are re-joined by Jayne Jones, we had a great time talking about managing programming instead of defaulting to weight class changes as well as the challenges and opportunities of super meets in the IPF.

It was ... more

Hey folks!,

We are back with another great episode, this time we are joined by Nick Manders. We had a great chat with Nick about his comeback from a super challenging injury spanning multiple years, whether we should have PL in the olympics, and wh... more

Hey Folks!

We are back, this time with our commonwealth 2026 preview for the big show in Canada! We covered the open class in depth and touched on the Bench Only, Juniors, Sub-Juniors, Masters and SOI. We hope we managed to cover everyone and there ... more

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Recent Guests

Matt Henry
Powerlifting coach and lifter with Max Out Powerlifting
Max Out Powerlifting
Episode: Episode 114:Knee sleeves controversy, powerlifting & fitness & blind ranking everything- Matt Henry
Jayne Jones
Powerlifter and content creator
Independent/PR'd by powerlifting community
Episode: EP.113: You don't NEED to go up a weightclass and the future of IPF super meets - Jayne Jones
Nick Manders
Powerlifter featured on the episode
Episode: Episode 112: Getting injured is the most important moment of your powerlifting career - Nick Manders
Tarrin Wilson
Head coach at Atlas Performance
Atlas Performance
Episode: Episode 110: Becoming a Coach is too easy, Rising Tide review and Gut Cuts made simple - Tarrin Wilson
Ilhan Omar
Guest, powerlifter and coach
Unspecified
Episode: Episode 109: "Powerlifters are too entitled to progress" - Ilhan Omar
Josh Joachim
Powerlifter who won NAPF and gained attention for rapid progress
NAPF Champion
Episode: Episode 107: "If Anthony beats me to 1000kg, I'm going 1050kg" - Josh Joachim
Betti Hanlon
76th Heel Lifter for Team GB
Team GB
Episode: Episode 106: Powerlifting would be better without Sheffield - Betti Hanlon
Joy Nnamani
British world champion powerlifter
Powerlifting
Episode: Episode 103: Joy Nnamani
Evie Corrigan
Elite powerlifter known for the 52 kg class and recent move to the 57 kg class
Powerlifting
Episode: Episode 100: Evie Corrigan - The return to the -57kg class.

Hosts

Billy
Co-host with long-standing involvement in the show's discussions and framing of powerlifting topics.
Keir White
Guest-turned-co-host providing expertise on powerlifting history and competition heritage.
Alyce Freeman
Host/Co-host associated with segment leadership and fantasy discussions.

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Episode 114:Knee sleeves controversy, powerlifting & fitness & blind ranking everything- Matt Henry
Q: How was the Vansys competition, from your point of view as a handler, and how did Jordan find it as a lifter?
Matt Henry describes strong athlete support, prepared meals, organized travel and a well-run venue. Jordan was pleased with the competition overall, set personal bests, and was disappointed briefly by her squat attempt.
Episode 114:Knee sleeves controversy, powerlifting & fitness & blind ranking everything- Matt Henry
Q: How does having more information and resources available to lifters affect coaching?
Matt Henry says the extra information can help prompt useful conversations, but not all of it is reliable. He encourages lifters to bring questions to their coach, who can explain whether an idea suits their training and goals.
Episode 110: Becoming a Coach is too easy, Rising Tide review and Gut Cuts made simple - Tarrin Wilson
Q: What is Tarrin's main concern about coaching in the UK?
That the hurdles to becoming a lifting coach are too low, which could let unqualified individuals train lifters and undermine safety and credibility without consistent regulation.
Episode 107: "If Anthony beats me to 1000kg, I'm going 1050kg" - Josh Joachim
Q: Why did he switch from USAPL to Powerlifting America, and what does that imply for regional competition?
The switch was motivated by the opportunity to compete internationally and at IPF-level meets, despite more frequent local USAPL events; it reflects a trade-off between accessibility and higher-level competition.
Episode 107: "If Anthony beats me to 1000kg, I'm going 1050kg" - Josh Joachim
Q: How did his training and nutrition changes contribute to the dramatic jump in numbers from Nationals to NAPF?
He explains adding weight, working with a nutritionist, and tightening pre-meet fueling and meal timing, which helped energy during lifts and recovery for the heavier loads.

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What is Barbells and B.S about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show centers on powerlifting culture, competition strategy, and the sport's evolving scene, blending candid analysis of major events (Worlds, Sheffield, sub-junior and junior championships) with banter, personal anecdotes, and listener-driven questions. Episodes frequently dissect lifter–coach dynamics, weight-class decisions, and format debates (such as exhibition events or rule changes), while highlighting community storytelling, volunteering, and cross-border perspectives. A standout trait is the mix of sharp critique and affectionate humor, with a recurring focus on the sport's governance, media visibility, and the balance between peak performance and long-term athlete well-being. Listeners are likely to enjoy deep dives into ranki... more

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