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The Iron Edge

The Iron Edge
Strongman
The Iron Edge
Social Media
Support Systems
Ken Nowicki
Betting On Yourself
Goals
Comparison
Joey Szatmary
Mental Health
Persistence
Scotland's Strongest Man
Personal Growth / Mindset
Self-Respect
Mindset
Strength Training
Entrepreneurship
Work-Life Balance
Societal Expectations
Follow Through

Iron Edge explores the pressure that shapes us.

Hosted by Pro Strongman Ken Nowicki, each episode features honest conversations on discipline, resilience, and personal growth — in the gym and in everyday life.

Athletes, coaches, and driven individuals share the moments that tested them and the lessons they carried forward.

Alongside these guest conversations, “The Sharp Cut” delivers short, dir... more

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In this episode, Ken talks about one simple idea that has the power to change almost every part of your life: your perception isn't always your reality.

Using his own journey back to strongman as the backdrop, he shares how fear, self-doubt, and ass... more

In this episode, Ken shares why he's returning to compete at Scotland's Strongest Man after walking away from the sport for five years.

For a long time, he told himself he was at peace with retirement. The truth was, he wasn't. There was one chapter... more

In this episode, Ken opens up about something almost everyone has experienced but very few people talk about honestly: feeling completely alone.

Whether it's grief, anxiety, failure, or simply feeling like nobody would understand, it's easy to convi... more

In this episode, Ken gets honest about the reality of building something that matters when the results aren't coming as quickly as you hoped.

Using the Iron Edge itself as the example, he talks about persistence, purpose, and the difference between ... more

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Recent Guests

Travis Ortmayer
Texas Stoneman, competitive strongman and entrepreneur
Self-employed; Peptide Academy partner; Max Performance branding
Episode: The Iron Edge 009 | Travis Ortmayer
Tom Owens
Two-time Britain's Strongest Man under 105 kilo
Cerberus (mentioned in passing)
Episode: The Iron Edge 008 - Tom Owens
Mike Lohman
Founder of Veterans Strongman Association (VSA)
Veterans Strongman Association
Episode: The Iron Edge 007 - Mike Lohman/Veterans Strongman Association
Inez Carrasquillo
Pro strongwoman, two-time Rogue Champion, Arnold bid recipient
Cerberus (training group)
Episode: The Iron Edge 006 - Inez Carrasquillo
Joey Szatmary
Coach and strength athlete
Independent coach / former Lions Den gym
Episode: The Iron Edge 005 - Joey Szatmary
Erin Murray
Multiple time world champion strongwoman, coach, and business owner
Strength sports (Strongman)
Episode: The Iron Edge 004 - Erin Murray
Brian Alsruhe
Mental toughness coach, applied psychology for human optimization, and strongman athlete
Never Sated (brand) / Brian Alsruhe Gym
Episode: The Iron Edge 003 - Brian Alsruhe
Joe Sullivan
Powerlifter, coach, and bodybuilder
AOD Collective (Joe Sullivan AOD)
Episode: The Iron Edge 002 - Joe Sullivan
Andrew Burton
Firefighter, strongman competitor, and “World's Strongest Firefighter” figure discussed in the episode
Independent athlete and firefighter
Episode: The Iron Edge 001 - Andrew Burton

Host

Ken Nowicki
Host of The Iron Edge and The Sharp Cut; focuses on discipline, resilience, and personal growth in sports and everyday life.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • 5stars

    I just love hearing Ken’s voice, but for real this podcast is amazing.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Biggest Ken Fan
    United States2 years ago
  • Best guest

    Couldn’t start the show off with a better guest. Kira is one of not only the strongest ladies in the sport - but one of the nicest and most interesting interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhiteSkullz
    United States3 years ago
  • Awesome!

    I can’t get enough strongman content! I love listening to Ken speak and his company Cerberus Strength USA is amazing for our sport!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Matt Rack
    United States3 years ago

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Guests are described as strong, thoughtful, and interesting interviewees.
Listeners praise the host's clear, engaging voice and practical insights.
The show is appreciated for authentic storytelling and actionable mindset lessons.

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The Iron Edge 009 | Travis Ortmayer
Q: How did you approach returning to competition after a long layoff and injuries?
He describes incremental progress, patience, and using journaling to track not just lifts but feelings and connections, which helped rebuild confidence.
The Iron Edge 009 | Travis Ortmayer
Q: What was the turning point that led you to start journaling about your experiences?
He explains that documenting shows and personal experiences would have helped preserve details, reduce the blur of constant shows, and improve recall for future reflection.
The Iron Edge 007 - Mike Lohman/Veterans Strongman Association
Q: What are the membership types and what benefits do they offer?
There are active members (military veterans and current service members) and supporting members (non-veterans who support veteran causes). Membership is free; active membership keeps competitions exclusive to military veterans, while Bevin's Endurance Challenge aims to bring active and supporting members together.
The Iron Edge 007 - Mike Lohman/Veterans Strongman Association
Q: Give us the rundown of the Veterans Strongman Association and its four main activities.
The four main activities are coaching for veterans through Train Heroic, conducting Strongman seminars to educate and engage, Bevin's Endurance Challenges as endurance events that symbolize the burdens of mental health struggles, and competitions that are available in in-person and virtual formats to broaden participation.
The Iron Edge 005 - Joey Szatmary
Q: Who's Joey today, beyond the athlete?
Joey describes himself first as a family man, husband, and mentor. He emphasizes coaching and helping others grow through strength training, while staying open to evolving his own identity and career path beyond traditional competition.

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The show centers on disciplined mindset, resilience, and personal growth, especially under pressure in athletic and everyday life. Across conversations with athletes, coaches, and entrepreneurs, listeners gain practical takeaways on identity, balance, and sustainable performance, plus short, sharp solo episodes that distill hard-won lessons. Notable strengths include candid discussions from high-caliber strength athletes and coaches, a consistent emphasis on mindset and routine, and a clear focus on real-world applicability for performance, leadership, and career pivots.

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The Iron Edge launched 3 years ago and published 42 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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Recent guests on The Iron Edge include:

1. Travis Ortmayer
2. Tom Owens
3. Mike Lohman
4. Inez Carrasquillo
5. Joey Szatmary
6. Erin Murray
7. Brian Alsruhe
8. Joe Sullivan

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