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Auteur(s): Gunnar Peterson Jen Widerstrom & Luke Milton | The Cast Collective Network
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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, Jen Widerstrom, and Luke Milton 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 backstage pass. Gunnar is the trainer’s trainer and pro-athlete whisperer, Jen is the nation’s leading women’s health expert, and Luke brings the business smarts and group fitness firepower to build unstoppable communities.Copyright 2025 The Kids Table Développement personnel Entraînement physique et mise en forme Gestion et leadership Hygiène et mode de vie sain Mise en forme, régime et nutrition Réussite Économie
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  • Sean Waxman: Barbell Truth-Teller & Coach of Champions | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 04

    Sean Waxman: Barbell Truth-Teller & Coach of Champions | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 04
    Aug 26 2025

    From living in his car to building one of the most respected names in Olympic weightlifting, Sean Waxman knows what it takes to chase passion over paychecks and come out stronger for it. In this episode of The Kids Table, the nationally recognized strength coach, author of Suffer Smarter, and lifelong barbell evangelist sits down with Gunnar Peterson, Luke Milton, and Jen Widerstrom for a conversation that’s equal parts grit, humor, and real talk. Known for his brutal honesty and zero tolerance for shortcuts, Sean shares what decades under the bar have taught him about resilience, culture, and why technique still rules in a world obsessed with quick fixes.

    They dig into Sean’s unlikely journey from football player to weightlifting coach, his early role in bringing Olympic lifting into the CrossFit boom, and the risks and sacrifices behind starting over more than once. The conversation moves from business lessons to personal philosophy, touching on mentorship, suffering as growth, and what it really means to stick to your “why.” Expect tough love, plenty of laughs, and the kind of wisdom that only comes from a lifetime of lifting more than just weight.

    Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the show!

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    LETS GET SOCIAL:

    Gunnar:

    Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/gunnarfitness)

    Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/GunnarFitness)

    Website - www.gunnarpeterson.com

    Jen:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/jenwiderstrom)

    Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/JenWiderstrom)

    Website - www.jenwiderstrom.com

    Youtube - @ironjenn

    Luke:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/milts1)

    TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@lukemilts)

    Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/luke.milton.31)

    Website - www.trainingmate.com

    The Kids Table:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/kidstablepod)

    TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@kidstablepod)

    Sean Waxman:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/the_sean_waxman)

    Book - Suffer Smarter

    Website - (https://www.seanwaxman.com)

    About Sean Waxman:

    Sean Waxman is a renowned Olympic weightlifting coach, author, and speaker whose career has shaped athletes, coaches, and the culture of strength itself. A former competitive lifter, Sean turned his passion for the barbell into a lifelong mission of teaching proper technique, instilling discipline, and building champions without shortcuts.

    He is also the author of Suffer Smarter, where ​​you'll learn concrete strategies to improve how you handle adversity, discomfort, and stress through the lens of strength training. Sean has trained everyone from aspiring CrossFit athletes to Olympians, helping them master the fundamentals of strength while embracing the resilience that comes from doing hard things. Known for his blunt honesty, sharp humor, and deep knowledge of biomechanics and training, Sean has been a pivotal figure in bringing Olympic lifting into the mainstream and mentoring the next generation of coaches.

    With decades of experience under the bar, Sean continues to advocate for the values that matter most: authenticity, perseverance, and the pursuit of excellence in sport, business, and life.

    Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)

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    51 min
  • Rudy Reyes: RudioActive Recon Marine! Discipline, Danger, and Drive | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 03

    Rudy Reyes: RudioActive Recon Marine! Discipline, Danger, and Drive | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 03
    Aug 19 2025
    From combat zones to conservation work, Rudy Reyes has lived a life most people can’t imagine, and wouldn’t survive. In this episode of The Kids Table, the former Recon Marine, Special Forces operator, actor, and host and Chief Instructor of Special Forces: World’s Toughest Test joins Gunnar Peterson, Luke Milton, and Jen Widerstrom for a conversation that blends fitness, resilience, and the art of showing up at 100%, no matter the mission. From surviving brutal military training to leading conservation projects and building community, Rudy brings grit, discipline, and a surprising dose of humor to the table.They dig into the mindset that comes from years in special operations, the power of preparation, and the lessons that translate from the battlefield to everyday life. The conversation also explores the role of physical culture in mental health, the balance between pushing limits and knowing when to pull back, and the human connection that fuels true leadership. Expect stories that will make you think, moments that will make you laugh, and insights you’ll want to carry long after the episode ends.Thank you to our sponsors for supporting the show!YETI: Check out YETI’s new Easy Access Ranchero™ Backpack, the Ranchero’s TuffSkin™ Nylon shell and smart internal layout keep your laptop dry, your shoes separate, and your stuff organized. Check it out at YETI.com or hit up a YETI retail store near you.TRAINHEROIC: Trusted by top coaches since 2012. Plans start at just $10/month– And you get your first 14 days free. Head to trainheroic.com/thekidstable to start your free trial now. LETS GET SOCIAL:Gunnar:Instagram - (https://www.instagram.com/gunnarfitness)Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/GunnarFitness)Website - www.gunnarpeterson.comJen:Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/jenwiderstrom)Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/JenWiderstrom)Website - www.jenwiderstrom.comYoutube - @ironjennLuke:Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/milts1)TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@lukemilts)Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/luke.milton.31)Website - www.trainingmate.comThe Kids Table:Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/kidstablepod)TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@kidstablepod)Rudy Reyes:Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/realrudyreyes)X - (https://www.x.com/realRudyReyes)Website - (https://www.rudyreyes.com)About Rudy Reyes:Rudy enlisted in the USMC as an infantryman, and graduated as the honour grad and iron man of Boot Camp and School of Infantry. Rudy, due to his merit and initiative, was granted an opportunity to try out for Recon. The Reconnaissance Marine Community is 300 strong, between 5 units, making it the most prestigious and difficult group in a Marine Corps of 300,000. A group that no man may sign up to join but must be invited and prove their worthiness to earn the title of a United States Recon Marine.After being a special forces operator for three years, during which Rudy became a “schooled-out“ (paratrooper, combat diver, demolitions expert, scout sniper, closed quarter combatant, and SERE trained) Recon Marine, Rudy was called for his first combat reconnaissance mission in 2001 in Pakistan – a preparation mission for USA's Special Ops insertion to Afghanistan. Once the war officially started, his team ran operations that located and destroyed Al Qaeda within Afghanistan. In 2003, Rudy’s dear friend and senior Recon mentor was killed. Later in combat, his team leader was wounded in a horrendous night-time ambush, which lead to Rudy leading his four man team after cas-evac (casualty evacuation), through Baghdad to the Syrian Border and back. These events are what the HBO series Generation Kill was based on, telling their story of the Invasion of Iraq. His last active combat was in The Battle of Fallujah and Ramadi in Iraq in 2004, where he served as Senior Team Leader of his platoon. It was a brutal fight that took the lives, and limbs, of some of his most beloved comrades. Rudy finished his service as a highly decorated Special Forces operator with experience of leading over 50 patrols behind enemy lines. He served one tour in Afghanistan during Operation Enduring Freedom (OEF) and two tours in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) as a Recon Marine Team Leader and Scout Sniper. Rudy's areas of military expertise are in close quarter battle, urban warfare, amphibious raids and reconnaissance, helicopter insertions/extractions, paratrooper and combat diver missions, clandestine sniper missions as well as plain clothes/undercover operations. He’s operated in a multitude of environments, from urban, mountain, and desert.After leaving the military, Rudy spent time in Africa where he trained wildlife preserve rangers in anti-poaching tactics and later went on to found ‘Force Blue’ a Veteran Non Profit which pairs former Special Operators with Marine Scientists to work rebuilding and restoring coral reefs, saving turtles, and working within the conservation ...
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    44 min
  • Meyers Leonard: From Hoops to Honky-Tonk | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 02

    Meyers Leonard: From Hoops to Honky-Tonk | The Kids Table Podcast Ep. 02
    Aug 12 2025

    From slam dunks to steel strings, this guest knows a thing or two about changing the game. In this episode of The Kids Table, former pro basketball player Meyers Leonard joins hosts Gunnar Peterson, Luke Milton, and Jen Widerstrom for a conversation that blends fitness, personal growth, and the art of starting fresh. From growing up with the loss of his father to competing in the NBA and now making his mark in country music, Meyers brings grit, humility, and humor to the table.

    They dig into the lessons learned from professional sports, the balance between competition and camaraderie, and how the values of hard work and being a good person carry into every chapter of life. The conversation also explores fatherhood, from the joy of welcoming a child to the challenges of raising the next generation, along with the role community plays in building resilience. Whether you’re here for the sports talk, the training insight, or the inspiration to reinvent yourself, this one’s packed with heart, hustle, and plenty of laughs.

    Thank you to our sponsor for supporting the show!

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    LETS GET SOCIAL:

    Gunnar:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/gunnarfitness/)

    Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/GunnarFitness)

    Website - www.gunnarpeterson.com

    Jen:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/jenwiderstrom/)

    Facebook - (https://www.facebook.com/JenWiderstrom)

    Website - www.jenwiderstrom.com

    Youtube - @ironjenn

    Luke:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/milts1/)

    TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@lukemilts)

    Facebook - (htttps://www.facebook.com/luke.milton.31)

    Website - www.trainingmate.com

    The Kids Table:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/kidstablepod)

    TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@kidstablepod)

    Meyers Leonard:

    Insta - (https://www.instagram.com/meyersleonard)

    TikTok - (https://www.tiktok.com/@meyers.leonard)

    Spotify - (https://open.spotify.com/artist/2KQHZTytBdiu0C1X1mRTBO)

    X - (https://www.x.com/MeyersLeonard)

    About Meyers Leonard:

    Meyers Leonard is a former NBA center whose career spanned nearly a decade with the Portland Trail Blazers and Miami Heat. Drafted 11th overall in 2012, he became known for his rare combination of size and shooting range, helping lead Portland to multiple playoff appearances, including a memorable Western Conference Finals run in 2019. Over the years, he earned a reputation for his leadership, work ethic, and commitment to community impact both on and off the court.

    After stepping away from professional basketball, Meyers pivoted to a lifelong passion - country music. Rooted in his Midwestern upbringing, his songs blend heartfelt storytelling with a modern edge. Since launching his music career, he has released tracks including Good for Me, Lost in the Lights, and The Man You Deserve, each earning praise for their authenticity and emotional depth. Meyers has performed at celebrated venues like The Listening Room in Nashville and appeared on festival stages alongside rising country talents, while collaborating with respected songwriters in Music City to hone his craft.

    Today, Meyers continues to build his presence in the music world while growing new ventures as an entrepreneur and philanthropist. Whether performing for a packed crowd, writing in the studio, or giving back through charitable work, he approaches every chapter with the same drive, resilience, and passion that carried him to the NBA.

    Produced and Edited by: The Cast Collective (Nashville, TN)

    YouTube – @TheCastCollective‬

    Instagram – (https://www.instagram.com/TheCastCollective/)

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    1 h et 34 min
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