The Iron Edge

The Iron Edge
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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, direct solo episodes where Ken breaks down defining experiences, setbacks, and the mindset shifts that forged his path. Together, both formats offer a grounded look at what it means to be built under pressure.

  1. The Sharp Cut 001 – The Most Honest I’ve Ever Been

    3D AGO

    The Sharp Cut 001 – The Most Honest I’ve Ever Been

    Ken introduces The Sharp Cut — short solo reflections on discipline, responsibility, and the life experiences that shape us. In this first episode, Ken talks about a heavy year of change: stepping away from competition, preparing to become a father, and navigating the doubt that can come when your identity starts to shift. Follow Iron Edge on Instagram: @ironedgepodcast Explore the podcast and upcoming Iron Edge resources and products at ironedgepodcast.com Iron Edge — Built Under Pressure.

    6 min
  2. The Iron Edge 001 - Andrew Burton

    MAR 4

    The Iron Edge 001 - Andrew Burton

    Andrew Burton joins Ken for a conversation about pressure — in the firehouse and in strongman. As a firefighter, Andrew works in an environment where responsibility isn’t optional and decisions carry real weight. The conversation looks at what that kind of career demands, especially when you’ve been carrying responsibility from a young age. In this episode, Ken and Andrew get into: • The reality of the fire service • Growing up with early responsibility • Strongman as a coping mechanism • Training as structure rather than escape • Identity outside of competition   A steady conversation about work, pressure, and the standards a person chooses to live by.   Follow Iron Edge on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast Explore the podcast and upcoming Iron Edge resources and products: https://ironedgepodcast.com Save 10% off your order at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE: https://cerberus-strength.us   Iron Edge — Built Under Pressure.

    1h 10m
  3. Iron Edge v1 #20 - Niko Chaprales

    03/16/2025

    Iron Edge v1 #20 - Niko Chaprales

    The star of the hit new show Harpoon Hunters, Niko Chaprales (@greekgoliath) is back on the podcast and we have a blast on this episode. Ken & Niko discuss a ton of topics including life at sea, how Niko got involved with Harpoon Hunters, his father's influence on him, work ethic, and so much more! As always, you aren’t going to want to miss this! --------------- Save at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE --------------- Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast   Follow Us On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iron-edge/id1694013341   Follow Us On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zinhh1iFmj9P0rkCngHYl   --------------- Content; 00:00- Intro 00:30- The press he’s been doing for Harpoon Hunters 02:48- How the show came about 07:50- How he made the decision to switch to just catching tuna 11:40- The cost of fishing for the day/hiring spotter planes 14:45- His dads influence on him 20:47- How being a fisherman is more work than just fishing 25:47- Growing up on the boat and helping his dad 30:07- Learning good work ethic 33:10- How he approaches work ethic with his daughter 46:36- The thing he learned from his dad about parenting 49:45- The dangerous part of being a fisherman and knowing loss 55:06- Kids growing up now 01:04:56- What his strength training looks like now and his most recent injury 01:17:40- Will there be a season 2 of Harpoon Hunters 01:19:26- The sponsors and producer of the show 01:28:36- Fearful moments out on the boat 01:36:15- Rapid fire questions 01:41:00- Where to find him and where/when to watch Harpoon Hunters

    1h 42m
  4. Iron Edge v1 #19 - Steve Tripp

    02/10/2025

    Iron Edge v1 #19 - Steve Tripp

    We’re beyond excited to have Steve Tripp (@strippcam) back on the podcast with more interesting perspectives and ways to approach life. Ken & Steve discuss psychological manifestation to achieve your goals, business progression, thriving under pressure, ultimate goals and MORE. As always, you aren’t going to want to miss this! --------------- Save at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE --------------- Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast   Follow Us On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iron-edge/id1694013341   Follow Us On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zinhh1iFmj9P0rkCngHYl   --------------- Content; 00:00- Intro 00:33- Manifesting 03:55- The progression of his business 08:45- Adding a coffee shop to his gym 15:55- His friend Drew having an impact on him 24:11- His ultimate goal and how personal training lead him into owning a gym 33:20- How the coffee shop and Group X are a diverse asset to the gym 39:16- How light night started 51:15- Keep going with the business and thriving under pressure 52:55- Where his strength training is at right now/ upcoming surgery 1:01:31- Update on his arm and it’s recovery 1:03:55-Creating content and putting out good information 1:14:45- His hobby of skiing and snowboarding

    1h 26m
  5. Iron Edge v1 #18 - Cody Abell

    11/24/2024

    Iron Edge v1 #18 - Cody Abell

    In this incredibly emotional episode, Ken sits down with Cody Abell (@strongest_tattooer), the owner of Stronger Together and one of the best u80kg strongmen on the circuit today! Ken & Cody discuss a huge range of topics including his childhood, getting involved in strongman, how tattooing changed his life, being able to accept help from others and a whole host more. As always, you aren’t going to want to miss this! --------------- Save at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE --------------- Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast   Follow Us On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iron-edge/id1694013341   Follow Us On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zinhh1iFmj9P0rkCngHYl   --------------- Content; 00:00- Intro 00:57- How he got into strongman 05:11- What he went to college for 09:11- His journey from playing in a band to tattooing 14:40- How the tattoo shop has helped him in life 21:14- Learning how to pivot when things go different than expected 25:44- How his first bad show helped him train and prepare himself for shows mentally in the future 28:16- Strongman being a sport you need to know how to adapt 31:29- Getting caught up on events or bad training sessions 35:49- The story of his childhood 52:29- Hardships from childhood and how they impacted him/still impact him 1:00:26- learning how to be able to train both by yourself and with groups 1:02:12- Figuring out how he needed a coaching change 1:07:15- Advancing as an athlete and how to make that switch mentally 1:13:15- How his struggles throughout his life have helped his mentality with his career/starting a business 1:17:10- Accepting help from others and the start of Stronger Together 1:21:26- Know when to hire more help with your business 1:26:02- Having a group of good people around him 1:31:13- The importance of talking about your feelings 1:36:44- His 3 best friends from childhood and their relationship 1:40:18- Fighting the want to self isolate when things get tough 1:46:54- Seeking out help from other coaches 1:53:12- Wrapping up/ Where to find him

    1h 56m
  6. Iron Edge v1 #17 - Nick Guardione

    10/21/2024

    Iron Edge v1 #17 - Nick Guardione

    On this episode, Ken sits down with the current Amateur Arnold World Champion... Nick Guardione (@nickguardione). Ken & Nick discuss a huge range of topics including getting into strongman, intent behind exercises, mindset, losing their fathers, and MORE. As always, you aren’t going to want to miss this! --------------- Save at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE --------------- Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast   Follow Us On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iron-edge/id1694013341   Follow Us On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zinhh1iFmj9P0rkCngHYl   --------------- Content; 00:00- Intro 01:00- How things are going for him currently 02:20- Getting into Strongman 03:13- Where he trains and his coach 08:20- How his degree has impacted his life and career now 12:31- The mental side of training for him personally and how he coaches it 17:11- How he has gotten more selective with coaching 18:00 - The intent behind exercises and training 28:46- Being obsessed 31:02- Mindset in training vs competing 37:53- How he is learning how to maintain a champions mindset in and out of competition 44:08- Losing his dad and it’s impact on his life 1:00:23- The possibility of losing his strongman journey and what he would do 1:01:40- What he thinks about his identity 1:09:35- Managing injuries; when it’s appropriate to keep pushing and when to take it easy 1:11:55- Being entertaining on top of an athlete 1:15:55- The quality of judging at shows 1:20:07- Where he sees the sport of Strongman going 1:21:49- Where to find him

    1h 23m
  7. Iron Edge v1 #16 - Nicolas Cambi

    09/02/2024

    Iron Edge v1 #16 - Nicolas Cambi

    On this episode, Ken sits down with The Italian Stallion... Nicolas Cambi (@cambidude). Ken & Nicolas talk all things strongman including moving up weight classes, recent injuries, taking advantage of his dual citizenship, how to get more people into the sport, and then non-strongman topics like his career in recruiting, why he started a podcast of his own, and MORE. As always, you aren’t going to want to miss this! --------------- Save at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE --------------- Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast   Follow Us On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iron-edge/id1694013341   Follow Us On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zinhh1iFmj9P0rkCngHYl   --------------- Content; 00:00- Intro 00:27- Jumping up weight classes 04:54- His past couple years competing 06:17- Backlash from competing for Italy 07:37- Moving here from Italy at a young age 10:23- Taking advantage of his dual citizenship 13:13- His most recent injury 15:43- His plan going forward with training 17:09- Shows in Italy vs in the states 20:05- His job in recruiting 21:43- Why he started his own podcast 24:00- Giants Live in Vegas 28:58- His weight goal and how it feels to be heavier 31:41- Dissecting some top level athletes and their strengths 36:49- His opinion on the controversy in recent events 38:37- Where he sees the top level shows going 41:32- The key to good content 42:52- How often to compete 48:45- The next evolution of Strongman 51:02- Biggest thing holding the sport back 56:35- What grinds their gears 01:01:55- How to get more people and kids into the sport 01:05:12- The changes in muscular physique over time 01:06:41- When Ken and Cambi started strength training and Strongman 01:13:25- Having a good training crew 01:17:29- His opinion on standardizing Strongman 01:22:01- Where you can find him

    1h 24m
  8. Iron Edge v1 #15 - Martin Jancsics

    07/28/2024

    Iron Edge v1 #15 - Martin Jancsics

    On this episode, Ken sits down with the man who is the authority on Historic Stone lifting... Martin Jancsics (@thestoneman265). Ken & Martin talk all things Historic Stones, from their current resurgence in popularity, what makes a good stone lifter, how Historic Stones have impacted Martin's life, unfortunate damage some of the stones have suffered and MORE. As always, you aren’t going to want to miss this! --------------- Save at Cerberus Strength with code IRONEDGE --------------- Follow Us On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ironedgepodcast   Follow Us On Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-iron-edge/id1694013341   Follow Us On Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/7zinhh1iFmj9P0rkCngHYl   --------------- Content; 00:00- Intro 01:15- Brief overview of Martin 01:34- His reason for being in the states 02:23- The recent growth of stone lifting 04:13- How he got involved in the Rogue Stoneland documentary 07:27- The start of stone lifting for him 11:18- Finding a new way for everyone to find each stone 13:25- The diversity in stone lifting 17:09- How stone lifting has helped in other aspects of life 19:50- Growing up 23:09- How he’s helped others 26:37- What he thinks makes a good stone lifter 28:48- Preserving the stones as the sport is becoming more popular 32:10- Damage to stones 34:23- The history of the stones 45:37- The Rogue Invitational being moved to Scotland 49:07- How moving the location of the stone changes the experience 54:13- Documenting stone lifts 55:46- The lesser known stories of the some of the historic stones 58:47- Teaching stone lifting 01:04:18- Where you can find him

    1h 8m
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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, direct solo episodes where Ken breaks down defining experiences, setbacks, and the mindset shifts that forged his path. Together, both formats offer a grounded look at what it means to be built under pressure.

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  • Creator
    The Iron Edge
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    22
  • Rating
    Explicit
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