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Voodoo Power

Steven
Athlete Development
College Football
Strength and Conditioning
Powerlifting
Velocity-Based Training
High School Sports
Football
Sports Performance
Conjugate Training
Nebraska Strength Coaches Organization
North Dakota State University
APRE
NIL
Track and Field
Missouri State University
Wrestling
Ron Mckeefery
Body Tempering
Conjugate System
Autonomy In Coaching

Coach and athlete interviews. From local to international guests the show hosts many people who are revolutionizing the way we compete. It’s a platform to allow student and professional athletes along with the coaches to get their ideas out to a larger audience. The world of sports and how it’s viewed is always changing to listen as it happens helps the audience become a part of history in the mak... more

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In Part 2 of this conversation, Steven and Michael Fahey dive deeper into the principles that separate good athletes from elite performers. Building on the foundation established in Part 1, the discussion shifts toward advanced stre... more

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Can athletes get significantly faster without spending more time sprinting?

In Part 1 of this conversation, Steven sits down with Michael to explore the relationship between strength development, sprint performance, and athletic co... more

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In this episode, Steven sits down with veteran strength and conditioning coach Jay Floyd, currently of Taylor County High School, to discuss what it really takes to build a championship-level athletic program. Drawing from years of ... more

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In Part 2, Steven Thompson and Monte Sparkman continue their conversation by diving into game-day lifts, confidence building, reversal strength, sprint performance, and the relationship between strength training and athletic transfe... more

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Jay Floyd
Coach Floyd is a veteran high school strength conditioning coach at Thomas County Central.
Thomas County Central High School
Episode: Technique Over Programming: Lessons from Jay Floyd
Monte Sparkman
Veteran strength conditioning coach
Episode: Evolving Conjugate for Modern Athletes with Monte Sparkman part 1
Nick Crouse
Strength performance coach with a passion for long-term athlete development
Nebraska-based high school/clinic work (Platteview High School; Nebraska Strength Coaches Organization)
Episode: Building Better Athletes: Nick Crouse on, VBT, and High School Strength Culture
Mike Niklos
Strength and performance coach known for movement analysis, technique development, and athlete problem solving
Private coaching / Performance training
Episode: Reverse Engineering Performance with Mike Niklos
Toby Brooks
Director of the Academy for Teaching and Learning at Baylor University; clinical professor with background in athletic training, sports medicine, and educational development
Baylor University
Episode: More Than the Game: Identity, Confidence, and Life After Sport with Toby Brooks
Jim Kramer
Coach, former director of athletic performance at North Dakota State University (2003–2026)
North Dakota State University
Episode: Built on the Pull: Jim Kramer on Culture, Consistency, and Championship Performance
Jason Mangin
Coach, Kimberly High School football and strength coach
Kimberly High School (Wisconsin)
Episode: From Farm to Field: Jason Mangin on Work Ethic and Winning Culture
Bryce Biel
Director of Performance at Legacy at Carbon, coach focused on youth and high school athlete development
Legacy at Carbon
Episode: Max Effort Meets Velocity: How Bryce Beil Builds Faster, Stronger Athletes
AJ Roberts
World-class powerlifter, Westside Barbell figure
Westside Barbell
Episode: “1,205: AJ Roberts, Westside Barbell, and the Evolution of Conjugate Strength”

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 38 ratings
  • Great Podcast!

    Great guest, content and conversations! Look forward to each new episode. Steven does a wonderful job of asking good questions that lead do conversations that are insightful and helpful. He also goes above and beyond researching his guest and providing content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    james burk
    United Statesa year ago
  • Outstanding content and contributors

    I had Coach Thompson’s podcast recommended to me at the National High School Strength and Conditioning Conference. I’ve listened to about a dozen episodes so far and the content is outstanding. If you’re interested in any aspect of S&C, this podcast is for you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    the hamster wheel
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Came across voodoo power after the episode with Zach Even-Esh one of OGs. Having gone gone through several of the older pods they are all so informative and entertaining. Show’s what can be done if you are dedicated and will to consistently put in the work and that what is important not a fancy facility. Can’t wait to work my way through rest of back catalogue. The one with Jim Wendler was one of my favourite ever podcast and had so many usable pieces of info that I will put into practice. Keep ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PickWXM
    United Kingdom3 years ago

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Audiences appreciate practical, down-to-earth coaching perspectives and real-world anecdotes from diverse athletic contexts.
The show is valued for depth on training concepts and leadership culture, not just hype or maximal lifts.
Listeners praise high-quality guest expertise and thoughtful questioning that yields actionable coaching insights.
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Technique Over Programming: Lessons from Jay Floyd
Q: What has been the key to success with football at Thomas County Central?
The head coach sets the culture and the strength coach focuses on coaching technique and consistency in the weight room; success comes from a disciplined environment, buy-in from players, and a pyramid that starts with showing up and being present, not just writing great programs.
Building Better Athletes: Hunter Haralson Culture, & Coaching Success at Collinsville
Q: How do you balance coaching with family life and build buy-in from other coaches?
He emphasizes communication, calendar transparency, shared responsibilities with his wife, and leveraging a close-knit coaching staff to create a supportive environment that aligns with family needs.
Building Better Athletes: Hunter Haralson Culture, & Coaching Success at Collinsville
Q: What's your approach to junior high athletes and keeping them engaged long-term?
He highlights fun, organized coaching, social interaction, and personal connection as key to keeping younger athletes involved and transitioning them smoothly into high school programs.
Building Better Athletes: Hunter Haralson Culture, & Coaching Success at Collinsville
Q: How did you end up at Lindenwood and what drew you to sports performance there?
Haralson explains a wrestling background, a recruitment connection with Lindenwood, and a desire to pursue strength and conditioning in a setting that would let him grow professionally, eventually leading to a career in high school strength programs.
Josh Stoner: Cutting Through Hype, Building Culture, and Leading Under Pressure
Q: How do you balance intense leadership with personal life and introverted tendencies?
He explains leveraging self-awareness, scheduling, and intentional off-time to recharge, plus building a support network that understands his boundaries and priorities.

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A deep-dive interview show focused on strength and conditioning, athletic development, and coaching culture across levels from high school to college. Episodes emphasize practical training strategies, velocity-based training, conjugate methods, program design, mental performance, identity beyond sport, and leadership within athletic programs. Guests include veteran coaches, researchers, and practitioners who share actionable insights, real-world coaching decisions, and culture-building tactics that translate from weight room to field. Noteworthy themes include long-term athlete development, the balance between science and practical coaching, and the human side of sustaining high-performance programs over time.

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Recent guests on Voodoo Power include:

1. Jay Floyd
2. Monte Sparkman
3. Nick Crouse
4. Mike Niklos
5. Toby Brooks
6. Jim Kramer
7. Jason Mangin
8. Bryce Biel

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