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2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast

A podcast for the girls. 2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast is here for women in strength sports. We"ll talk about science and coaching but also talk about training and other life things (and obviously divulge the tea). #2g1b #2girls1barpod

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17. NIKKI MOHNSEN "Married to the Game"

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2025/06/06

Nikki Mohnsen shares her journey from being a photography enthusiast to becoming a prominent weightlifting photographer. She discusses the challenges and joys of capturing moments in strength sports, the importance of media in the community, and how her business has evolved over time. Nikki also reflects on the balance between her photography work and her day job as a teacher, as well as her aspirations for the future. Follow Nikki on Instagram and hire her for Nationals! Sign up for the Power &

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01:22:56

16. JULIE JAHN "Joy is My Driving Force"

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2025/05/30

The girls are finally joined by their Julie - the one and only Julie Jahn. Julie shares her unique upbringing in the 80s, her early experiences with physical activity, and how she eventually found her passion for athletics in high school. The conversation delves into the importance of personal invitations from coaches, the impact of media on her athletic identity, and her pursuit of a career in sports education. They also discuss the challenges of burnout and mental health in the sports industry,

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15. "Vibes vs Obsession"

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2025/05/23

Welcome to another late-night episode with just the girls. In this episode of the 2 Girls 1 Bar podcast, Mandi and Wanda catch up and chat about the importance of community women hold for each other. They explore how societal perceptions can impact female coaches and athletes, the significance of finding a supportive community, and the empowerment that comes from strength training. Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit - Early Bird Registration available until May 1 Sign up for The Lift Off at

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01:24:33

14. MEGHAN SCANLON "Supertotal to Sheffield"

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2025/05/16

Mandi and Wanda are joined by the absolute badass Meghan Scanlon, 2-time IPF World Champion, 5-time National champion, coach, and mom. They explore the evolution of women's strength sports, the impact of motherhood on athletic identity, and the nuances of training and competing in powerlifting. Meg talks about Sheffield (obviously) and her plans for future competitions as well as multiple aspects of coaching. Follow Meg on Instagram here. Sign up for the Power & Strength Summit - Early Bird

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01:21:45

13. SUZY SANCHEZ "Icks, Hot Takes, and Singlets"

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2025/05/09

This week on 2 Girls 1 Bar, Mandi and Wanda go full weightlifting and yap with the one and only Suzy Sanchez, previous USA Weightlifting employee and forever weightlifting competitor. Suzy shares her passion for competing and the joy of being part of a supportive sports community, while also addressing the need for better local events and the role of technical officials in weightlifting. She also talks about working in sport and what an NGB is really like and dives into everything from competing to

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01:13:52

12. MARY THEISEN LAPPEN "What a Long Strange Trip Its...

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2025/05/02

This week on 2 Girls 1 Bar, Mandi and Wanda hang out with Olympian and fellow Wisco-girl Mary Theisen Lappen! Mary gets real about the highs and lows of competitive lifting, how she keeps it fun, and why finding the right gear is a game-changer. She talks about building community in the sport, her super chill coaching style, and how she balances being a total powerhouse with keeping things simple and human. (We also talk about her tattoos.) Get one of Mary's favorite training playlists here. Follow

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01:33:53

11. MEREDITH ALWINE "Out of Hand Side Quest"

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2025/04/25

Don't mind if we already tell you that this was one of our favorite episodes so far... Mandi and Wanda are joined by Meredith Alwine, Team USA weightlifter, momentary powerlifting queen (you'll see), and future law student. Buckle up because we relive the absoute rollercoaster of the last Olympic quad including SO many meets, SO much training, as well as injuries and crying and not even knowing what day it is or where you are. Meredith talks to us about her first bomb-out, her long history of sport

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10. "Tornados, Throws, & Quad Tears"

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2025/04/18

It is JUST THE GIRLS for this episode of the 2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast with Mandi and Wanda. They download on Wanda's travels, USA Weightlifting Masters National Championships in Atlanta, as well as everything from torn quads to powerlifting meets to girls traincations (yes yes yes). Want to check out the articles referenced in this episode on Masters Weightlifting? Access them here: Age-associated Performance Decline and Sex Differences in Olympic Weightlifting The Masters athlete in Olympic

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01:00:13

9. SOPHIE SHAFT "Olympics or Bust"

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2025/04/11

In this episode of the 2 Girls 1 Bar podcast, Mandi and Wanda are joined by Team USA's Sophie Shaft. They discuss Sophie's extensive athletic journey, from her early days in gymnastics to her transition into CrossFit and ultimately weightlifting. They explore the challenges Sophie faced, including burnout and coaching styles, and how she found a supportive environment with her current coach, Zach Cawell. The conversation also touches on the importance of sports psychology and how Sophie's

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8. CHELSEY THARP QUIRK "Bigger Than the Local Park"

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2025/04/04

In this episode, Mandi, Wanda, and Chelsey discuss Chelsey's journey in weightlifting, the establishment of her women-only gym, Girls Gone Buff, and the challenges of balancing coaching, competing, and personal life. They explore the importance of creating a supportive environment for women in strength sports, the transition from athlete to coach, and the emotional rollercoaster of training. Chelsey shares her experiences with injury, recovery, and her journey towards motherhood, including fertility

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01:05:41

7. DANI MYERS GLYNN "Scream for Peeps"

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2025/03/28

This week on the 2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast, Mandi and Wanda welcome powerhouse powerlifter Dani Myers Glynn to the show. Dani shares her journey from lifting on a porch during COVID shutdowns to competing at the Arnold and chasing her USAPL pro card. She opens up about overcoming self-doubt, finding confidence through strength, and why having a training partner can be a game-changer. They also talk about cutting weight classes while maintaining strength, learning proper nutrition (spoiler: strawberries

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01:18:23

6. LIZ WISHART "Firefighter by day, athlete always"

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2025/03/21

This week, Mandi and Wanda sit down with CrossFit athlete, coach, and firefighter Liz Wishart. Liz shares her journey in the sport, from starting out in bodybuilding to competing as an elite CrossFit athlete. She talks about what it was like making the switch from individual to team competition at Wodapalooza and how that experience changed her perspective. They dive into the mental side of competing, the importance of mindset shifts for long-term success, and how Liz applies those lessons in

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SHELBY PFLUG "No Split Jerks, Ever"

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2025/03/13

This week on 2 Girls 1 Bar, Mandi and Wanda are joined by weightlifter, coach, and former Division I gymnast Shelby Pflug! Shelby shares her journey from gymnastics to Olympic weightlifting, how she overcame multiple injuries, and the mindset shifts that helped her build confidence and strength. She also dives into coaching youth athletes, fostering a positive training environment, and her goals in the sport. Plus, we pull some of her fire tweets from the archives and get her take on everything from

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52:07

"Bomb Out or Pass Out"

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2025/03/07

This episode it is just the girls. Join Mandi and Wanda as they recap their experience at the VIRUS Weightlifting Series I and The Arnold. They talk about everything from bombing out to passing out on the platform to furries (yes, sorry). Follow the podcast on Instagram: @2girls1barpod Follow Mandi on Instagram: @mandimurakami @meetweekco Get coached by Mandi - schedule an athlete interview! Follow Wanda on Instagram: @wl.wanda Join the 2 Girls 1 Bar Podcast email list here.

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01:13:53

MELANIE LIN "From Phoenix to Cockroach"

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2025/02/28

In this episode, the girls are joined by Melanie Lin, the CEO of VIRUS to chat about all the revival of the brand and their new partnership with USA Weightlifting. Mel speaks on her fitness journey and her experience as a yogi and how that practice affects her leadership style as well as how she handles adversity as a business woman. Her newfound journey in weightlifting has brought her to cross paths with new friends and see first hand these communities built through the sport and how impactful

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JESSIE STEMO "Bopping Around"

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2025/02/21

Jessie Stemo joins Mandi and Wanda on the podcast to talk about her transition from an elite competitor in Olympic weightlifting to her new endeavor as the owner and head coach of the dominant and still-growing team Power and Grace Performance. As one of the few women-lead club owners, Jessie dives into the highlights and lowlights of her career as an athlete and when it clicked for her that coaching was the natural next step. Upon taking on Power and Grace, Jessie discusses the vision she has for

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43:45

"Speaking of pole dancing"

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2025/02/14

The girls started a freakin’ podcast. Mandi and Wanda kick things off by introducing themselves and sharing their excitement for the upcoming Arnold competition. They dive into their own strength sports journeys—Wanda’s transition from a quick CrossFit fling to full-on weightlifting and Mandi’s start in the sport through coaching. Along the way, they chat about the power of community in weightlifting, how sports science and coaching go hand-in-hand, and the bigger mission behind the podcast: to

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