
Heavy Muscle Radio is hosted by Dave Palumbo and Chris Aceto! Every Monday night, get the latest news from the world of professional bodybuilding with interesting guests, and stimulating talk! Don't miss out!
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 325 | Founded | 17 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | Health & FitnessFitnessNutrition | |||

In this episode of Heavy Muscle Radio, Dave Palumbo and Chris Aceto discuss the growing buzz around the Enhanced Games and whether bodybuilding could eventually become part of the controversial competition. The two debate the implications of openly e... more
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I’ve been listening to this podcast for a long time but Rob has to go. He screws up the chemistry of the entire show. It’s getting difficult to listen.
This was an entertaining and informative show on bodybuilding. Romano can’t help but go on his wing politics rants and then his “how current pros are never in shape” rants.
Adding Lee Priest just makes it worse!
Eat my own vomit twice!
Dave, man, myth, legend!!!
Overall, the combination of Dave"The interrupter" Palumbo and Chris Aceto works. Despite the fact Dave simply cannot resist interrupting Chris and guests, it is the best bodybuilding podcast around. Chris is one of the few who can outsmart Palumbo. This drives Dave nuts!!! ... and of course more interruptions.
I respect Palumbo's brash predictions and honest recommendations. Although I disagree with him on many related topics, Dave Palumbo is an entertainer.
Without each this wouldn't work, bu... more
I’m a big fan of both of these guys, so when I stumbled upon this pod I couldn’t subscribe fast enough. If you do the same, you won’t be making a bad decision.
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A long-running, conversation-driven show centered on professional bodybuilding, competition results, and industry dynamics. Hosts mix in-depth analysis of show lineups, judging nuances, prize money, and athlete strategies with lively personal anecdotes, backstage color, and candid industry critiques. The format blends expert insight with entertaining banter, making it a go-to for fans and professionals who want both technical context and personality-driven storytelling. A standout characteristic is the duo's willingness to critique sport economics, governance, and media coverage while staying engaging and accessible to devoted listeners.
Overall, episodes frequently cover major pro shows (Arnold Classics, New York Pro, Olympia-related chat... more
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Recent guests on Heavy Muscle Radio include:
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2. Dorian Yates
3. Sid Ferugia
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8. Regan King
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