Sean Woodland, Tommy Marquez, and Lauren Kalil keep you up to date on everything going on with CrossFit, the CrossFit Games season, and the world of fitness.…
1:06:321.9K views · 6mo ago · 1:06:32
It's time to finish up where we started almost 8 years ago. Marston Sawyers and Heber Cannon, aka "The Buttery Bros" join Sean, Tommy and Lauren for a trip down memory lane as the crew says goodbye for now. Thanks to everyone who has listened and supported us for the last 8 years. We are extremely grateful for your support and look forward to seeing all of you at events around the world.
27:03205 views · 6mo ago · 27:03
The search is over. CrossFit officially named Bruce Edwards as their CEO. Sean and Tommy talk about their experience with Bruce, why he's the perfect choice and why they think he can be successful.
26:463.8K views · 6mo ago · 26:46
The search is over. CrossFit officially named Bruce Edwards as their CEO. Sean and Tommy talk about their experience with Bruce, why he's the perfect choice and why they think he can be successful.
51:451.5K views · 6mo ago · 51:45
The first in-person semifinal is officially behind us. The 2026 Mayhem Classic sent the first 6 individuals to the CrossFit Games, but it also showed us a potential way forward for the sport of fitness. Sean and Tommy discuss the key learnings from the event, how they think it could shape things in the coming years and what moments stood out from the competiton.
52:01551 views · 6mo ago · 52:01
The first in-person semifinal is officially behind us. The 2026 Mayhem Classic sent the first 6 individuals to the CrossFit Games, but it also showed us a potential way forward for the sport of fitness. Sean and Tommy discuss the key learnings from the event, how they think it could shape things in the coming years and what moments stood out from the competiton.
43:28581 views · 6mo ago · 43:28
Thousands of reps were performed during Quarterfinals, but it's the one that wasn't done that is getting the most attention. Sean, Tommy and Lauren break down the penalty for Jay Crouch's missed overhead squat. Was it fair or was it over the top? Also, Semifinals start this weekend with the Mayhem Classic in Cookeville, TN. It's the system we have, but is there a better way to organize this crucial stage of the season?
43:46312 views · 6mo ago · 43:46
Thousands of reps were performed during Quarterfinals, but it's the one that wasn't done that is getting the most attention. Sean, Tommy and Lauren break down the penalty for Jay Crouch's missed overhead squat. Was it fair or was it over the top? Also, Semifinals start this weekend with the Mayhem Classic in Cookeville, TN. It's the system we have, but is there a better way to organize this crucial stage of the season?
47:211.6K views · 6mo ago · 47:21
Guest: Rory McKernan
In-person competition is one week away as Semifinals get kicked off in Cookeville, Tennessee with the Mayhem Classic. Rory McKernan joins the show to preview the competition, talk about the things most people don't know about when it comes to putting on an event like this and what the future might hold for the Mayhem Classic. Plus, Ro takes time to pay tribute to Rob Orlando.
47:40181 views · 6mo ago · 47:40
Guest: Rory McKernan
In-person competition is one week away as Semifinals get kicked off in Cookeville, Tennessee with the Mayhem Classic. Rory McKernan joins the show to preview the competition, talk about the things most people don't know about when it comes to putting on an event like this and what the future might hold for the Mayhem Classic. Plus, Ro takes time to pay tribute to Rob Orlando.
40:02930 views · 7mo ago · 40:02
Guest: Tim Paulson
Quartefinals have come and gone and once again they were not without controversy. Our good friend and 7-time CrossFit Games athlete Tim Paulson of PRVN joins the show to recap the most recent stage of the 2026 season. He talks about how he and his athletes approached Quarterfinals, what he would like to see change with this stage of the season, what athletes in his camp stood out and whether or not he's optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the sport.
40:20162 views · 7mo ago · 40:20
Guest: Tim Paulson
Quartefinals have come and gone and once again they were not without controversy. Our good friend and 7-time CrossFit Games athlete Tim Paulson of PRVN joins the show to recap the most recent stage of the 2026 season. He talks about how he and his athletes approached Quarterfinals, what he would like to see change with this stage of the season, what athletes in his camp stood out and whether or not he's optimistic or pessimistic about the future of the sport.
53:251.4K views · 7mo ago · 53:25
It's another year of Quarterfinals and that means another year of issues. And once again the controversy centers around the video review process, or more accurately, the lack of one. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the issues and what might be done to fix things moving forward.
53:42392 views · 7mo ago · 53:42
It's another year of Quarterfinals and that means another year of issues. And once again the controversy centers around the video review process, or more accurately, the lack of one. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about the issues and what might be done to fix things moving forward.
1:06:59911 views · 7mo ago · 1:06:59
Plus, the crew recaps the 2026 Open and takes a look back and a rain-soaked Wodapalooza. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.
1:07:21467 views · 7mo ago · 1:07:21
Plus, the crew recaps the 2026 Open and takes a look back and a rain-soaked Wodapalooza. This episode is presented by Thirdzy. Head to and use the code "TEF" to save 20% on their Rest and Recovery Collagen and improve how you sleep and recover.
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