Season 3 Ep. 3 - The Obesity Crisis, Spider-Noir Review & Bodybuilding's Rising Stars

Season 3 Ep. 3 - The Obesity Crisis, Spider-Noir Review & Bodybuilding's Rising Stars

This week on the D2 Podcast, the crew dives headfirst into one of the most controversial conversations we've had in a while—America's obesity epidemic, personal accountability, health culture, and the reality of living an unhealthy lifestyle. Expect some strong opinions and plenty of laughs along the way. We also break down the newly released Spider-Noir series starring Nicolas Cage, discuss some of Cage's most iconic movies, review the latest season of The Boys, and talk about the future of superhero entertainment. On the bodybuilding side, we analyze recent NPC and pro show results, discuss Joe's insane physique update heading into the Texas Pro, debate the current Open Bodybuilding landscape, review standout competitors from the Junior USA Championships and Legion Sports Fest, and highlight some of the most impressive conditioning we've seen all year. We also spotlight an incredible season from Bailey, discuss coaching, peak week strategy, and what it really takes to compete at a national level in today's bodybuilding scene. Sponsors & Discount Codes: 🔥 Use code D2 with: • Iron Society Apparel • Hosstile Subs • Bashmouth • BioPep Peptides 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the D2 Podcast. #D2Podcast #FrancisNgannou #UFC #Bodybuilding #BareKnuckle #JonJones #Podcast #Fitness #Transformers #PiratesOfTheCaribbean #StarWars #DVO #LanceHefner 🎥 Produced by Luke Guagliardo Productions LLC Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6K6rUwahLC70rP7mYCXUEA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumbbells-doobies/id1687217913 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumbbells.and.doobies/ Support the podcast: Use code D2 at Iron Society Apparel: https://theironsocietyapparelco.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnmVA7NNtKQlKO-BGHRTqeosGO1bIaN1ozbpX-CUqPvYo9lnDSsFmX06AP6TM_aem_VJecFGluYYXosSjX8dTajQ Bashmouth website: https://bashmouth.com Use code: D2 at check out! Follow us! Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zachdevo56/ Follow Lance: https://www.instagram.com/lancehephner/ Follow Nick: https://www.instagram.com/_nickjustice/ Nick Justice: https://nickjusticeifbb.com Follow Luke: https://www.instagram.com/luke_guagliardo/

Season 3 Ep. 2 - Would You Take a Punch From Francis Ngannou for $500K?

The boys are back around the table for another wild episode of the D2 Podcast. Lance joins Zach and Luke behind the camera as the crew talks bodybuilding victories, coaching breakthroughs, UFC chaos, bare knuckle fighting, movies, TV shows, summer plans, and one of the most ridiculous debates yet… Would you let Francis Ngannou hit you bare knuckle for $500,000?! Lance breaks down Bailey’s incredible overall win at the Ronnie Coleman Classic and previews the next stop at Junior USA’s. The crew also talks about impostor syndrome, building confidence as a coach, and the momentum the entire team has right now. Then the conversation completely spirals into UFC legends, Jon Jones vs Francis Ngannou, brutal bare knuckle fights, Mike Perry highlights, and how much money it would actually take to step into the ring. Later on, the boys dive into movies and TV shows — from The Office, Parks & Rec, Breaking Bad, Stranger Things, and The Boys to Pirates of the Caribbean, Transformers, Star Wars, and why Darth Vader deserves his own series. This episode is pure chaos in the best way possible. 🔥 Use code D2 with: • Iron Society Apparel • Hosstile Subs • Bashmouth • BioPep Peptides 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the D2 Podcast. #D2Podcast #FrancisNgannou #UFC #Bodybuilding #BareKnuckle #JonJones #Podcast #Fitness #Transformers #PiratesOfTheCaribbean #StarWars #DVO #LanceHefner 🎥 Produced by Luke Guagliardo Productions LLC Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6K6rUwahLC70rP7mYCXUEA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumbbells-doobies/id1687217913 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumbbells.and.doobies/ Support the podcast: Use code D2 at Iron Society Apparel: https://theironsocietyapparelco.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnmVA7NNtKQlKO-BGHRTqeosGO1bIaN1ozbpX-CUqPvYo9lnDSsFmX06AP6TM_aem_VJecFGluYYXosSjX8dTajQ Bashmouth website: https://bashmouth.com Use code: D2 at check out! Follow us! Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zachdevo56/ Follow Lance: https://www.instagram.com/lancehephner/ Follow Nick: https://www.instagram.com/_nickjustice/ Nick Justice: https://nickjusticeifbb.com Follow Luke: https://www.instagram.com/luke_guagliardo/

Season 3 Ep. 1 - Pittsburgh Pro INSANITY & Supplement Truths

The boys are back breaking down one of the wildest Pittsburgh Pro weekends yet. From Kiron shocking the bodybuilding world to heated debates over Men’s Physique judging, this episode dives deep into everything that went down on stage. Nick, Zack, and the crew react to insane physiques, controversial placings, and why Men’s Physique might be more competitive than ever heading into the Olympia. They also talk Brandon Curry, Sas Heirati, Ramon Dino, supplement industry marketing tactics, pre-workout ingredient breakdowns, and whether bodybuilding can truly be done naturally. PLUS: • Hosstile giveaway chaos 😂 • Favorite protein flavor ideas from fans • Honest supplement industry takes • The truth about “high stim” pre-workouts • Pittsburgh Pro reactions • Marvel, Punisher, Star Wars & show talk • Boat day disaster stories Use code D2 to support the sponsors: • Iron Society Apparel • Bashmouth • Biopoint Peptides Hosstile 🔥 Don’t forget to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of the D2 Podcast. #Bodybuilding #FouadAbiad #D2Podcast #FitnessPodcast #Motivation #BodybuildingMotivation #SuccessMindset #HostileSupplements #MensMentalHealth #GymMotivation #D2Podcast #Bodybuilding #SelfImprovement #Confidence #FitnessPodcast #Mentality #BodybuildingPodcast #GymMotivation #Discipline #Podcast 🎥 New episodes every week. 🔥 Subscribe for more real bodybuilding content. Produced by: Luke Guagliardo Productions LLC Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6K6rUwahLC70rP7mYCXUEA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumbbells-doobies/id1687217913 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumbbells.and.doobies/ Support the podcast: Use code D2 at Iron Society Apparel: https://theironsocietyapparelco.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnmVA7NNtKQlKO-BGHRTqeosGO1bIaN1ozbpX-CUqPvYo9lnDSsFmX06AP6TM_aem_VJecFGluYYXosSjX8dTajQ The Flavor Gang website: https://www.theflavorgang.com Use code: D2 at check out! Bashmouth website: https://bashmouth.com Use code: D2 at check out! Follow us! Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zachdevo56/ Follow Lance: https://www.instagram.com/lancehephner/ Follow Nick: https://www.instagram.com/_nickjustice/ Nick Justice: https://nickjusticeifbb.com Follow Luke: https://www.instagram.com/luke_guagliardo/

Season 2 Ep. 100 - Fouad Abiad Gets Real About Life, Money & Bodybuilding

Welcome back to the D2 Podcast — and this one is HUGE. For Episode 100 of Season 2, the boys sit down with bodybuilding legend, entrepreneur, and Hosstile Supplements owner Fouad Abiad for one of the realest conversations we’ve had on the podcast yet. This episode goes way beyond bodybuilding. We dive into: • The reality of chasing success • Competing at a high level • The sacrifices behind the grind • Building businesses in today’s world • Why modern men feel lost • Money, investing & long-term thinking • Motivation vs discipline • The pressure of chasing greatness • The future of bodybuilding • Supplement formulas, hydration & performance • New York Pro breakdowns • Offseason mentality & competing fears Fouad also gives incredible insight into balancing ambition, relationships, finances, and the mental side of building a life you’re proud of. Whether you’re into bodybuilding, business, self-improvement, or just love authentic conversations between driven people — this episode delivers. 🔥 PLUS: • Hosstile Supplements talk • Industry stories • Competition breakdowns • Training mindset gems • Tons of laughs along the way Make sure to LIKE, COMMENT, SUBSCRIBE, and turn notifications on so you never miss an episode of the D2 Podcast. 👇 Let us know in the comments: What was the biggest takeaway from this episode? #Bodybuilding #FouadAbiad #D2Podcast #FitnessPodcast #Motivation #BodybuildingMotivation #SuccessMindset #HostileSupplements #MensMentalHealth #GymMotivation #D2Podcast #Bodybuilding #SelfImprovement #Confidence #FitnessPodcast #Mentality #BodybuildingPodcast #GymMotivation #Discipline #Podcast 🎥 New episodes every week. 🔥 Subscribe for more real bodybuilding content. Produced by: Luke Guagliardo Productions LLC Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6K6rUwahLC70rP7mYCXUEA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumbbells-doobies/id1687217913 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumbbells.and.doobies/ Support the podcast: Use code D2 at Iron Society Apparel: https://theironsocietyapparelco.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnmVA7NNtKQlKO-BGHRTqeosGO1bIaN1ozbpX-CUqPvYo9lnDSsFmX06AP6TM_aem_VJecFGluYYXosSjX8dTajQ The Flavor Gang website: https://www.theflavorgang.com Use code: D2 at check out! Bashmouth website: https://bashmouth.com Use code: D2 at check out! Follow us! Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zachdevo56/ Follow Lance: https://www.instagram.com/lancehephner/ Follow Nick: https://www.instagram.com/_nickjustice/ Nick Justice: https://nickjusticeifbb.com Follow Luke: https://www.instagram.com/luke_guagliardo/

Season 2 Ep. 99 - Fake It Till You Make It? The Truth About Confidence

Welcome back to the D2 Podcast — this episode goes absolutely everywhere in the best way possible. From bodybuilding updates and supplement talk to deep conversations about self-perception, confidence, discipline, and overcoming inner demons, this one turned into a real-life conversation you’ll probably replay twice. The boys break down the difference between ego and earned confidence, why “fake it till you make it” can actually work in certain situations, and how pressure creates growth. Nick shares stories about grinding his way into the bodybuilding industry, proving himself with Hostile, and what it really takes to build confidence through action. We also dive into: • Crazy stories involving savant syndrome & autism • Corporate life vs bodybuilding life • New supplement sponsor updates • Kirkland energy drink review • Bodybuilding industry talk & physique breakdowns • Listener questions about self-worth, routines, inner demons, training philosophy, and more • Favorite smoking stories & funniest memories This episode is funny, deep, motivating, chaotic, and somehow still tied together perfectly. Use code D2 with our sponsors and enjoy the episode. #D2Podcast #Bodybuilding #SelfImprovement #Confidence #FitnessPodcast #Mentality #BodybuildingPodcast #GymMotivation #Discipline #Podcast 🎥 New episodes every week. 🔥 Subscribe for more real bodybuilding content. Produced by: Luke Guagliardo Productions LLC Links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6K6rUwahLC70rP7mYCXUEA Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dumbbells-doobies/id1687217913 Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dumbbells.and.doobies/ Support the podcast: Use code D2 at Iron Society Apparel: https://theironsocietyapparelco.com/?utm_source=ig&utm_medium=social&utm_content=link_in_bio&fbclid=PAZXh0bgNhZW0CMTEAc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMjU2MjgxMDQwNTU4AAGnmVA7NNtKQlKO-BGHRTqeosGO1bIaN1ozbpX-CUqPvYo9lnDSsFmX06AP6TM_aem_VJecFGluYYXosSjX8dTajQ The Flavor Gang website: https://www.theflavorgang.com Use code: D2 at check out! Bashmouth website: https://bashmouth.com Use code: D2 at check out! Follow us! Follow Zach: https://www.instagram.com/zachdevo56/ Follow Lance: https://www.instagram.com/lancehephner/ Follow Nick: https://www.instagram.com/_nickjustice/ Nick Justice: https://nickjusticeifbb.com Follow Luke: https://www.instagram.com/luke_guagliardo/