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The Kids Table is where the real talk happens. Uncensored, unfiltered, and unexpectedly hilarious. Celebrity trainers and long time friends Gunnar Peterson and Jen Widerstrom pull up chairs to spill insider secrets from the top of the fitness industry. Whether you’re a trainer, fitness fanatic, or just curious how the best in the business stay successful and have a blast doing it, this is your bac... more

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This week at The Kids Table, Jen and Gunnar sit down with Justin Cross, founder of Earn Your Booze and a man whose entire philosophy can be summed up in one simple idea: Earn it.

What starts as a conversation about fitness, training, and the early d... more

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This week at The Kids Table, Gunnar, Jen, and the crew sit down with restaurateur and Olive & Thyme founder Melina Davies for a conversation that goes way deeper than food. What starts with stories about childhood Weight Watchers meetings, crash diet... more

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Trainer and IFBB Pro Colin Schoen sits down at The Kids Table this week for a conversation about what it really takes to build a career in fitness that lasts. From his early days working in physical therapy and grinding through slow seasons as a youn... more

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Season Johnson pulls up a chair at The Kids Table this week for a conversation that hits home for Gunnar and brings you inside a world most people never see. Working closely with children battling cancer, Season shares what her day-to-day actually lo... more

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Recent Guests

Melina Davies
restaurateur and founder of Olive & Thyme
Olive & Thyme
Episode: Melina Davies: An Unlikely Ingredient To Success | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 31
Collin Schoen
Trainer discussed in episode
Episode: Colin Schoen: Why Good Trainers Still Fail | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 30
Graham Barham
Trainer and collaborator featured on the episode
Self-employed fitness professional
Episode: Graham Barham: Whiskey, Workouts, and Why He’s Not Wearing Out! | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 28
Ivey Childers
Founder/creator behind IveyCake; founder of Southbound Tequila
IveyCake, Southbound Tequila
Episode: Ivey Childers: Creativity, Risk, and Starting Over | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 27
Robbie Kroger
Conservation through hunting advocate and founder of Origins Foundation
Origins Foundation
Episode: Robbie Kroger: Conservation Through Hunting & Opening Minds | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 26
Hugh Howser
Comedian known for clean material on stage and edgier material in real life, touring comedian
Independent comedian
Episode: Hugh Howser: Clean Comic But Filthy In Real Life | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 25
Craig Susser
Owner, Craig's Restaurant (Craig's, Nashville and LA)
Craig's Restaurant
Episode: Craig Susser: From Maitre D’ to the World’s Friendliest Mogul | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 24
Dolph Lundgren
Actor and public figure
Self/Hollywood connections
Episode: Craig Susser: From Maitre D’ to the World’s Friendliest Mogul | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 24
Brett Bartholomew
Communication expert and author
ArtofCoaching.com
Episode: Brett Bartholomew Pt.2: Why Communication Beats Programming | The Kids Table Ep.23

Hosts

Gunnar Peterson
Host and established fitness trainer known as the trainer's trainer; long-running presence in top-tier fitness circles.
Jen Widerstrom
Host/Co-host and women's health expert with broad media presence; known for empowering coaching and wellness insights.
Luke Milton
Co-host and fitness business expert; known for practical business-focused fitness guidance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 15 ratings
  • Great podcast!

    Informative, uplifting, witty!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kylietraps
    United States9 months ago
  • Great people

    Listening to this every time a new episode comes out!! I’ve already learned A TON

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    lschroeder1
    United States10 months ago
  • Pumped for this

    So excited to bring this show to everyone, trust me, it won’t disappoint, grab a drink and tune in legends!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Milts1
    United Statesa year ago
  • Cannot wait!!!

    I cannot wait for the release of this show!!! For anyone that knows this crew, you know how absolutely hilarious this show will be and also how educational it will be for anyone looking to up level their life. When it comes to health and fitness, they are few if ANY more respected players in the game. This is going to be EVERYTHING!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EDoogs
    United Statesa year ago

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Upbeat, insightful discussions with practical fitness coaching takeaways.
Strong banter and expert guests make complex topics feel approachable.
Listeners appreciate authenticity and actionable strategies for career growth in fitness.
Guests range from authors to clinicians, keeping content fresh and credible.

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Colin Schoen: Why Good Trainers Still Fail | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 30
Q: What concrete advice would you give for someone starting their own training business after leaving a college or tactical setting?
Start with what you know, stay consistent, and build gradually; leverage mentorship, be willing to speak with potential clients, and let referrals grow your client base. Focus on delivering clear value and documenting your approach so others can see your trajectory.
Robbie Kroger: Conservation Through Hunting & Opening Minds | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 26
Q: How do you justify hunting as a conservation tool?
Hunting provides regulated mortality that funds habitat protection, anti-poaching efforts, and local community benefits, and it can be a legitimate part of a broader strategy to sustain wildlife populations when properly managed and scientifically justified.
Brett Bartholomew Pt.2: Why Communication Beats Programming | The Kids Table Ep.23
Q: What gives someone confidence in knowing when to walk away?
It comes from life experience and the awareness of one's values.
Best Listener Questions of 2025! | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 20
Q: If you have a strategy behind balancing strength and cardio for women?
Start with lighter weights and build confidence, then incorporate sprint training for effective cardio.
Best Listener Questions of 2025! | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 20
Q: What are some simple advice you would give to a new trainer trying to make fitness a career?
You should take other classes to learn, explore different disciplines, and be active in your community.

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A candid, humor-forward show where top fitness trainers and industry insiders share practical insights from the field. Episodes consistently center on coaching philosophy, client communication, and real-world in-the-trenches tactics for building successful fitness careers, with frequent guests ranging from authors and clinicians to youth-athlete specialists. The format blends practical how-tos with behind-the-scenes stories, guest expertise, and lighthearted banter, making it valuable for trainers, gym owners, and fitness professionals seeking actionable takeaways and candid industry perspectives.

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Recent guests on The Kids Table include:

1. Melina Davies
2. Collin Schoen
3. Graham Barham
4. Ivey Childers
5. Robbie Kroger
6. Hugh Howser
7. Craig Susser
8. Dolph Lundgren

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