The Full Tilt Podcast

Michael Hatcher
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The Full Tilt Podcast is a show about elite athletic performers who refuse to operate at half speed. Hosted for competitors, coaches, and high achievers, this show dives deep into the mindset, discipline, recovery, sacrifice, and obsession required to perform at the highest level. From pro athletes and Olympians to elite trainers and sports scientists, we unpack what it really takes to go all in. From "oh Sh**" stories to unique experiences... No shortcuts. No excuses. Just performance — at full tilt.

  1. 6d ago

    Bill Zadick - From Montana Mats to World Gold :: Ep 28

    USA Wrestling National Freestyle Coach and World Champion Bill Zadick sits down with Hatch for a long-form, deep dive into wrestling, coaching, and what it really takes to chase a world title for a decade. From Montana living-room “world title” matches and legendary camps in Oregon, to the crucible of the Iowa wrestling room under Dan Gable, Bill unpacks the culture, mentors, and moments that shaped him. He shares stories about John Smith, Daniel Cormier, the explosion of RTCs, and why grassroots state leaders and kids who go 0–2 at Fargo still matter to the future of USA Wrestling. Perfect for wrestlers, coaches, and anyone who geeks out on the hidden architecture behind world‑level success. Timed Highlights: 00:00 – Custom Community intro and Jim welcomes USA Wrestling’s Bill Zadick to Full Tilt 04:30 – Montana roots: long drives, competitive brothers, and early wrestling culture out West 11:45 – Campbell family, “Junkyard Dogs,” and the birth of Zadick Fanatics camp 19:10 – USA Oregon / Cobra days: spandex singlets, Nike plugs, and “Making of a Champion” binders 27:40 – Mental training, Zig Ziglar tapes, and how youth camps shaped national champs 34:05 – Choosing Iowa: following Gable’s dynasty, John Smith’s influence, and new‑school vs old‑school 42:00 – First days in the Iowa room: getting humbled, 10 All‑Americans, and the power of environment 50:15 – Dan Gable stories: mystery bar graphs, “one more of these,” and Russian sauna days 58:30 – Heavyweights and legends: Gerhard Himmel, John Osendorf, and watching Gable rule the room 1:06:20 – Daniel Cormier as wrestler, coach, and ambassador; why DC still shows up for kids’ events 1:14:10 – Grinding for a decade: how Bill went from NCAA champ to 2006 World Champion at 66 kg 1:23:45 – Bad rules, clinch balls, and why today’s freestyle is so much better to watch 1:30:00 – Transition to coaching: developmental roles, RTCs, and building a sustainable pipeline 1:38:20 – State leaders, Fargo, and why 0–2 kids are still a huge win for USA Wrestling 1:46:00 – Responsibility, legacy, and using wrestling to change kids’ lives beyond medals 1:52:30 – Growing up with Mike Zadick, uncle Mike stories, and the future of Zadick Brothers Camps 1:58:40 – Closing: Full Tilt, storytelling in wrestling, and what’s next for USA Wrestling and Bill If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com

    Bill Zadick - From Montana Mats to World Gold :: Ep 28

  2. Aug 27

    Ali & Derek St. John - Wrestling’s Power Couple Ignites Iowa State :: Ep 27

    Associate head coach Derek St. John and Iowa State’s inaugural women’s head coach Alli St. John sit down on the Full Tilt Podcast to talk about building a D1 wrestling powerhouse on both the men’s and women’s sides. They dive into Alli’s journey from three-sport Illinois athlete to world silver medalist and trailblazing college coach, Derek’s path from Iowa state champ to NCAA champion and top-tier D1 coach, and how the Iowa State Regional Training Center is developing future world and Olympic medalists. From the explosion of girls’ wrestling at Fargo, to recruiting entire wrestling families, to the lasting impact of legends like Terry Steiner, Nate Carr, and the late Mark Ryland, this episode is a deep look at where wrestling is right now—and where it’s going. Timed highlights:00:00 – Opening ad read: Hatch and Custom Community, Full Tilt intro, and setting up the “power couple” episode03:10 – Alli and Derek’s roles at Iowa State and Derek’s recent Glen Brand Hall of Fame induction08:20 – How the Iowa State women’s wrestling program came to life after gymnastics was dropped12:45 – Women’s wrestling boom at Fargo and how the depth and level have exploded18:05 – Alli’s path: three-sport athlete in Carbondale, IL, wrestling mostly boys, and qualifying for boys’ state24:30 – Choosing King University over Oklahoma City, building a powerhouse team with future world and Olympic medalists30:40 – WCWA explained and how the women’s college landscape has evolved into NAIA and NCAA divisions36:00 – What it felt like wrestling in boys’ brackets with future stars like Tony Ramos, Ellis Coleman, and Zain Richards43:10 – Transitioning to freestyle and the importance of getting girls international experience early48:20 – Inside Japanese women’s wrestling: militant training, technical perfection, and why they dominate55:00 – Alli’s Team USA years, training under Terry Steiner, and learning to coach every type of athlete01:02:15 – How Alli and Derek met during COVID, long-distance while she was at HWC/Sunkist, and moving to Ames01:08:40 – Building Iowa State women’s wrestling: fundraising, donor relations, and being “director of event management”01:15:00 – Adding women’s wrestling vs. women’s flag football, and what it means for the sport in Iowa01:21:30 – Recruiting, culture, and stealing staff from William Penn; why they’re excited about athletes like Piper Fowler01:28:10 – RTC vision: men and women training together, building a unified CRTC to chase world and Olympic medals01:35:00 – Brother–sister recruiting, families getting “one stop shop,” and how that changes the sales pitch01:40:30 – The Carr legacy: Nate’s mentality, David’s selflessness in the room, and their impact on Iowa State01:47:25 – Derek’s high school days at Iowa City West, powerhouse teams, and rivalry with Waverly-Shell Rock and City High01:53:40 – Remembering coach Mark Ryland and the Ryland family’s impact on Derek’s life and career01:58:30 – Walking into the Iowa room as a freshman: getting thrown to the wolves and learning from guys like Metcalf and Borschel02:05:00 – Toughest college opponents: breaking down what made Kyle Dake and David Taylor so hard to wrestle02:11:20 – How Tom Brands nudged Derek into coaching, early success at North Dakota State, and then Virginia Tech02:18:00 – The wild transition when Dresser left for Iowa State mid-season and why Derek chose to follow later02:24:15 – Growing the crowd in Ames, dual meet atmosphere, and why Iowa State is built for big-time wrestling02:29:30 – Final reflections on growth of women’s wrestling, saving men’s programs, and what’s next for Iowa State If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com ItsYourShow.co

    Ali & Derek St. John - Wrestling’s Power Couple Ignites Iowa State :: Ep 27

  3. Aug 20

    JohnMark Bentley - Inside App State Wrestling :: Ep 26

    Appalachian State head coach JohnMark Bentley joins Hatch on the Full Tilt Podcast to pull back the curtain on one of the most overachieving programs in Division I wrestling. From running one of the largest team camps in the country to funding staff and facilities through camp revenue, Bentley explains how a “small” program competes with the big boys year after year. He shares his unconventional start in wrestling as a sixth-grade workout partner, his days battling at North Carolina and Oklahoma State, and the hard lessons that shaped his coaching philosophy. Bentley also talks about recruiting under-the-radar kids, navigating NIL and the transfer portal as a mid-major, rebuilding after Hurricane Helene, and the emotional challenge of coaching his own son. If you care about wrestling culture, blue-collar development, and doing more with less, this is a masterclass in building and sustaining a winning program. Timed highlights:0:00 Intro and Custom Community read2:00 How App State built one of the largest wrestling team camps in the country7:40 Using camp revenue to fund assistants, travel, facilities, and program growth14:05 Structure, organization, and why coaches keep coming back every summer19:30 Relationship-building with high school coaches and why it matters in recruiting and camps25:10 JohnMark’s unlikely start in wrestling as a sixth-grade workout partner33:00 Growing up in rural North Carolina and becoming a four-time undefeated state champ42:15 First trips to national events, Fargo, and the legendary Iowa intensive camp51:20 Wrestling at North Carolina, Midlands stories, and the influence of T.J. Jaworski1:01:00 Transfer to Oklahoma State, injuries, and the gap between expectations and reality1:10:25 Early coaching at Davidson and the grind of making it work financially1:16:40 Building App State: Blevins, Trotman, and finally getting over the All-American hump1:27:30 Recruiting “non-traditional” states and finding tough, under-the-radar kids1:36:00 Culture, core beliefs, and why delayed gratification drives the program1:44:30 The transfer portal, NIL, and how a mid-major survives in the new era1:53:20 Scheduling bigger programs and the problem with top teams ducking big matchups2:01:40 Building a rabid fan base and grassroots youth efforts in Boone2:09:00 Hurricane Helene, flooding, losing the wrestling room and locker room, and rebuilding2:17:40 Coaching his son Luke: the 20-minute rule, dad vs coach, and long-term perspective2:27:10 Legacy, what JohnMark wants people to say about him, and golf with recruits If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com

    JohnMark Bentley - Inside App State Wrestling :: Ep 26

  4. Aug 13

    Carl Adams - Wrestling Legend And Innovator :: Ep 25 The Full Tilt Podcast

    Two-time NCAA champion and wrestling innovator Carl Adams joins the Full Tilt Podcast to share his journey from tough Long Island roots to Iowa State legend, world-level freestyle contender, and pioneering equipment designer. Carl breaks down how work ethic, family, and fearless competition shaped his career, what it was really like wrestling Dan Gable, and how the Adam machine changed wrestling rooms across the country.  Timed Highlights: 0:00 Cold open: Hatch and Custom Community intro 0:49 Meet Carl Adams: Innovator and retired coach who never left the sport 3:01 Discovering wrestling after a trip to Madison Square Garden 5:22 Dominating junior high and high school, New York state champion 6:41 High school rivalries, packed duals, and the influence of Coach Campo 9:22 Hard work at home: potatoes, landscaping, and learning toughness 12:41 The dream that became the Adam machine 15:21 Iowa State, Nichols Wrestling Products, and early innovation 18:01 Why takedowns and repetition drove the Adam concept 21:06 Constantly improving the Adam machine and going worldwide 23:06 Coach Campo’s impact and arriving at Iowa State “already there” 35:25 Inside the old Big Eight: brutal conference, national titles, and the “Big 8 jinx” 41:11 First time wrestling Dan Gable and learning what true toughness is 48:52 How Gable changed the entire world of wrestling 52:47 Wrestling for Harold Nichols and the power of recruiting 54:58 Winning NCAA titles and beating Stan Dziedzic in the finals 1:03:24 Bobby Douglas as mentor and how he reshaped Carl’s takedown game 1:04:31 Building camps, writing books, and teaching 20,000 wrestlers 1:12:18 Beating Wade Schalles five times and the importance of speed 1:18:25 Gable as the most influential figure in Carl’s wrestling life 1:20:50 How Carl Adams stacks up against today’s stars 1:23:52 Mental toughness of Dake, Burroughs, Taylor, Snyder and the new generation  If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

    Carl Adams - Wrestling Legend And Innovator :: Ep 25 The Full Tilt Podcast

  5. Aug 6

    Ben Peterson - Farm Boy To Olympic Legend :: Ep 24 The Full Tilt Podcast

    Olympic champion Ben Peterson sits down with Full Tilt to unpack a lifetime on the mat: from a Wisconsin dairy farm to Iowa State’s glory years, brutal training sessions with Dan Gable, winning Olympic gold during the Cold War, and how faith and family shaped every step of his journey. Ben shares vivid stories of surviving “meat-grinder” rooms at Iowa State, outworking the world with Gable and his brother John, his rivalry and later friendship with Russ Hellickson, the heartbreak and perspective of the 1980 Olympic boycott, and the truth behind the famous Peterson roll. He also opens up about a life-changing injury at 12 years old and how it forged his faith. Perfect for wrestlers, coaches, and anyone who wants a masterclass in work ethic, resilience, and purpose. Timed highlights:0:49 Meet Ben Peterson and the Gable connection1:50 Childhood on the farm and learning to work4:45 Meeting Carl Adams and redefining “hard work”7:19 Becoming co-captains at Iowa State during a turbulent era10:18 Learning to handle 425-pound Chris Taylor12:26 How the Peterson brothers found wrestling14:11 Inside Iowa State’s golden era and coaching staff22:20 Practice-room culture: getting broken without being belittled30:40 What it was like wrestling Dan Gable multiple times a week34:43 Transitioning to freestyle and chasing the Olympics38:12 Beating Russ Hellickson and making the 1972 Olympic team48:05 Battling Levan Tediashvili and building respect with Soviet greats52:34 Ben’s perspective on the 1980 boycott and the fall of the USSR1:02:41 The accident, the broken leg, and how it deepened his faith1:16:20 The state finals loss that taught him about position and family1:27:40 Why he calls his medals “Cold War medals”1:35:32 Backyard boxing rings, homemade fields, and a basement weight room1:50:46 Who was the toughest wrestler he ever faced?1:54:16 The Peterson roll origin story2:03:45 Why he still loves being around kids at tournaments like Fargo If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com Produced by:ItsYourShow.co

    Ben Peterson - Farm Boy To Olympic Legend :: Ep 24 The Full Tilt Podcast

  6. Jul 30

    USA Wrestling’s Rich Bender: Saving Olympic Wrestling, Fargo Legends, and the Golden Age of the Sport :: Ep 23 Full Tilt Podcast

    Wrestlers, coaches, and fans are going to eat this one up. Live from Fargo, the Full Tilt Podcast sits down with USA Wrestling Executive Director Rich Bender to unpack how girls’ and women’s wrestling exploded, how wrestling got kicked out of the Olympic Games and clawed its way back in, and why the sport’s future has never looked brighter. Rich walks through his journey from small‑town Wisconsin kid to the most influential administrative seat in American wrestling, the politics inside the IOC, what really happened behind the “wrestling dropped from the Olympics” headlines, and the critical role that clubs, RTCs, and state leaders play in building the sport from the ground up. If you care about Fargo, the Olympic movement, or just love great wrestling stories from Iran to Atlanta to Paris, this episode is your blueprint for where the sport has been and where it’s going. Timed Highlights: 3:05 – 1988: Rich’s first USA Wrestling internship and the first women’s world team4:35 – Early headwinds: girls wrestling boys, culture, religion and growing to scale5:40 – Hiring Terry Steiner: how USA Wrestling landed the perfect women’s coach7:10 – Steiner’s impact and becoming the top women’s coach on the planet8:40 – The Steiner brothers, North Dakota roots and the Teddy Roosevelt Award10:45 – National team coaches in the RTC era: relationships, trust and humility13:20 – How RTCs changed everything for elite training in the U.S.16:00 – Building around personal coaches instead of stealing the spotlight16:47 – Women’s wrestling enters the Olympics in 2004 and the strategy behind it18:00 – Why Olympic status came before NCAA and high school recognition19:40 – Technical jump in women’s wrestling and why it’s no longer “junior high” level20:22 – Club culture, private academies and the professionalization of wrestling21:13 – From taboo to business: making a living in wrestling without apologizing22:20 – Specialization, youth clubs and the balance between opportunity and burnout23:19 – Donors, business success and why ex‑wrestlers give back so hard24:19 – Rich’s origin story: small‑town Wisconsin, three‑sport athlete and “wrestling, wrestling, wrestling” report card26:14 – From old‑timer tournaments to landing a USA Wrestling internship27:56 – Showing up in Colorado Springs only to be told “we’re not having an intern”30:31 – How one phone call and a Wisconsin connection saved his career31:35 – Working up from events intern to Executive Director33:07 – USA Wrestling’s near‑collapse in the early 90s and what turned it around35:35 – Enter Jim Scherr: hard cuts, tough calls and rebuilding the organization36:00 – Bill Zadick, leadership, and getting wrestling back on the Olympic program36:47 – Inside story: how wrestling got voted off the Olympic program in 201339:00 – Governance failures, disrespecting the IOC and the perfect storm40:32 – Strategy shift: making the IOC look good instead of fighting them41:45 – Forcing the re‑vote and getting back in the race with other sports43:13 – Overhauling rules, officiating and athlete representation44:40 – How new leadership at the international federation changed everything44:53 – Why having someone “in the room” at the IOC matters47:21 – Global reach: wrestling and medal distribution across the world48:20 – Rules, reviews and finally cleaning up bad officiating49:53 – The Kerry McCoy 1997 Tehran heartbreaker and a world title lost in protest54:03 – From back‑room protests to video review and real accountability55:56 – Integrity, COVID and why wrestling wasn’t a super‑spreader57:36 – Running large events safely during the pandemic and surprising data59:46 – Being around legends: Gable, Schultz, John Smith, Steiner and more1:00:02 – John Smith and Rich: same birthday, very different paths1:01:18 – Funniest, most charismatic personalities in USA Wrestling1:02:01 – Dave Schultz stories and the “when life gives you a lemon, you eat it” line1:02:58 – Overseas chaos: travel in Russia, sketchy airports and getting to worlds1:05:01 – Rulon vs Karelin in Sydney: the true story behind the overturned call1:07:25 – Kyle Snyder beating Sadulaev in Paris and the aftermath1:08:29 – Weddings and funerals: how wrestling tournaments feel emotionally1:11:00 – Back in Fargo: juggling state chair duties, club coaching and podcasting1:12:31 – Why Fargo changes kids, even if they go 0–21:14:15 – Data that connects Fargo and Junior Nationals to NCAA and world success1:16:34 – Tennessee’s growth: from a dozen kids to a three‑digit delegation1:17:46 – Cleveland, Tennessee shoutouts and Greco finalists from the state1:18:29 – Traveling to Iran: hospitality, security and wrestling as diplomacy1:20:48 – The first U.S. team back in Iran after the revolution1:22:21 – Jordan Burroughs as a global superstar and fan reactions abroad1:23:12 – World Cup in Kermanshah: USA vs Iran in a wild team race1:25:02 – Electric environments: Iran, Paris, Atlanta and Olympic arenas1:28:07 – More crazy travel: checking bags, magnetometers and chickens in Russia1:31:42 – Royce Alger stories and why characters like him keep the sport fun1:33:27 – USA Wrestling’s four core pillars: brand, base, community, teams1:35:16 – Governance, state chapters and why bad governance kills sports1:37:36 – The tension between elite focus and serving the entire membership1:39:28 – State leadership realities: volunteers, criticism and doing it for the kids1:41:34 – Passing wealth vs passing wisdom: what wrestling has figured out1:43:21 – Why USA Wrestling is the model NGB in the Olympic movement1:45:34 – The importance of infrastructure and running wrestling like a business1:48:31 – Rich’s praise for staff and why they’re the engine behind the scenes1:50:05 – Hosting U23 Worlds and Senior Worlds in the U.S.: why it matters1:53:54 – The real economics of hosting world championships in Vegas1:58:49 – LA 2028: qualifying, home‑mat advantage and big‑picture strategy2:00:35 – Wrestling as Team USA’s No. 3 all‑time medal sport2:03:36 – High school and college infrastructure: why the U.S. should dominate2:03:54 – “We’re on the precipice of the golden age of our sport”2:04:18 – Closing: gratitude, leadership and why wrestling’s best days are aheadIf you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com

    USA Wrestling’s Rich Bender: Saving Olympic Wrestling, Fargo Legends, and the Golden Age of the Sport :: Ep 23 Full Tilt Podcast

  7. Jul 23

    Chael Sonnen - Stories They Never Tell On TV :: Ep 22 The Full Tilt Podcast

    Chael Sonnen sits down with Hatch for a nonstop tour through American wrestling history and culture. From overlooked legends like Oscar Wood and Sean Hage to the mythology of John Smith, Kenny Monday, and the Brands brothers, this episode is wall-to-wall stories, rivalries, technique talk, and behind-the-scenes moments you’ve never heard before. They dive into Fargo, the Iowa room in the 90s, real pro wrestling leagues, RAF, and why some of the greatest careers were built on heartbreak instead of gold medals. Timed Highlights:00:00:00 Hatch Custom Community intro and Full Tilt setup00:01:10 Alan Freed, Oscar Wood, and forgotten high school greatness00:03:14 Oscar Wood’s Olympic run, head pinch, and making the team “without training”00:06:45 Kerry Colat, stolen medals, and the lawsuit that never was00:10:41 Brands vs Colat, Ironside wars, and life inside the Iowa room00:15:04 Why Fargo is still the real national championship00:18:38 The case for Sean Hage as the greatest high school wrestler ever00:22:26 Antonio McKee’s legendary room stories and the “did he beat John Smith?” question00:29:48 Is John Smith the greatest American wrestler of all time?00:31:26 How Smith innovated technique and changed wrestling forever00:39:45 Dave Schultz, lost golds, and the “this is for the Olympic title” story00:43:26 Tom and Terry Brands: villains from afar, heroes up close00:50:30 Kale Sanderson vs the field: dominance, D1 resumes, and the 2009 comeback01:07:19 Les Gutches, the toughest guy Chael ever felt01:16:58 High school and college coaches as culture builders and fundraisers01:36:40 Chael’s unconventional par terre defense and demo in the Iowa room01:42:53 Inside RAF: big production, big matchups, and building a real pro league01:50:01 Bo Bassett, Jax Forrest, and the future of American wrestling01:56:22 Closing: why wrestling needs big stories, big leaders, and big stages If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

    Chael Sonnen - Stories They Never Tell On TV :: Ep 22 The Full Tilt Podcast

  8. Jul 16

    Cary Kolat - Navy Wrestling Architect :: Ep 21 The Full Tilt Podcast

    Wrestling legend Cary Kolat sits down with Hatch to unpack a lifetime on the mat—from Western PA youth phenom and world medalist to program builder at Campbell and the U.S. Naval Academy. Kolat goes deep on mindset, training, the 2000 Olympic controversy, building Kolat.com, and what it really takes to develop champions today. Timed Highlights:0:00 Opening: Hatch & Custom Community spot; setting the tone for Full Tilt0:50 The “hate era” of 90s wrestling and how social media might’ve changed everything3:00 Western PA roots, early beatdowns, AAU title, and discovering Dan Gable5:25 Carl Adams books, takedown machine, and building skill without video8:45 Pennsylvania wrestling culture, PJWs, Hershey, and pressure from age 813:40 Work ethic, coal country toughness, and learning to love hard training19:20 Freestyle summers, TOSS club, Soviets, and why he skipped Fargo for Foxcatcher25:45 Midlands as a high-schooler: petitions, JUCO hammers, and battling back for third31:10 College choices: Clarion, Minnesota, and why he ultimately picked Penn State36:50 Training with Jamil Kelly, Alan Freed, Chris Bono, and what those rivals exposed46:30 Best domestic opponents, learning from John Fisher, and solving difficult styles51:00 First Worlds, style shock, and the infamous Iranian shoelace final in 19971:03:00 1998–1999 Worlds: bad calls, protests, separated shoulder, and still forcing his way into the finals1:11:20 Terry Brands’ injuries, missed weight, and the reality behind those world teams1:17:40 Sydney 2000: feeling at his absolute peak, clinch rules, and living with the outcome1:25:40 The two performances he’s proudest of and what they taught him about grit1:31:00 Building Colat.com: from DVD headaches to a thousand-technique online library1:37:00 Strength training then vs now, and why he thinks max lifting is wrecking wrestlers’ bodies1:41:30 Training with Lincoln McIlravy and John Smith: pace, pressure, and brutal honesty1:55:40 Taking over Campbell: tiny budget, no tradition, and building belief from an hour a day2:03:40 Campbell’s rise, the hotbox duals, and turning a “nowhere” program into a national story2:08:15 Why Navy: debunking Academy myths and explaining the 70/30 lifestyle2:18:00 Day-in-the-life of a Navy wrestler: training windows, academics, and built-in support2:23:30 Honor, accountability, and why Naval Academy grads don’t job hunt like everyone else2:35:00 Wild international stories from Cuba, Krasnoyarsk, Macedonia, and Iran’s wrestling-crazy fans If you enjoy this episode, hit subscribe, drop a comment with your favorite story, and tell us which wrestling legend you want to hear from next! www.thefulltiltpodcast.com Produced by: ItsYourShow.co

    Cary Kolat - Navy Wrestling Architect :: Ep 21 The Full Tilt Podcast
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The Full Tilt Podcast is a show about elite athletic performers who refuse to operate at half speed. Hosted for competitors, coaches, and high achievers, this show dives deep into the mindset, discipline, recovery, sacrifice, and obsession required to perform at the highest level. From pro athletes and Olympians to elite trainers and sports scientists, we unpack what it really takes to go all in. From "oh Sh**" stories to unique experiences... No shortcuts. No excuses. Just performance — at full tilt.

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  • Creator
    Michael Hatcher
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    28
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026
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