On today’s episode, Sophia takes you through her journey—from knowing at a young age she was meant for elite gymnastics, to traveling across the country alone to chase that dream, to ultimately becoming the star of an MTV show.

She dives into the sacrifices, the pressure, and the moments that could’ve broken her—but didn’t.

This is a story about betting on yourself, chasing something bigger, and finding the strength to keep going when it gets hard!

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This week Jakob puts Marsh in the hot seat about his time working Winter Cup. The guys break down the fan response, the atmosphere, and everything that went down in Louisville.

Oh — and yeah… Frederick Richard wins the Cup?!

What about Paul Juda? What was the vibe like behind the scenes? Why does this recap feel so… casual?

Because it is.

No scripts. No filters. Just a laid-back breakdown of one of the biggest events in U.S. men’s gymnastics.

Get ready for a casual but honest recap of the Winter Cup on this week’s Chalk Show.

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Now hear the real story.

Katelyn ohashi sits down to talk about the pressure of being a young elite, finding her joy again at UCLA, navigating viral fame, and what life has looked like beyond the routine — from the Gold Over America Tour to new chapters off the floor

If you loved the routine, you’ll love this conversation even more.

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Garrett stops by ahead of Winter Cup to let listeners get to know him a little better. From how this Florida kid ended up on the Illinois men’s gymnastics, to why you need to respond to coaches’ emails, to growing up at EVO before it was EVO — we cover it all.

All that and more on today’s episode. Tune in now.

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We’re pumped to have Hannah on the show — from jumping on her couch as a kid, to a full ride at Ohio State, to creating one of the #1 gymnastics pages in the world. Her story is truly one of a kind, and one you’ll definitely come back to LISTEN TO IT AGAIN!

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Born and raised in Georgia, Brody dives into his journey through club gymnastics, his decision to head to Stanford, and both Olympic experiences. We also ask the real hard-hitting questions… like, does he watch Stranger Things?

All this and more on the pod — don’t miss it.

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On today’s episode, we sit down with Hugh and Jenny from Adult Gymnastics Retreats—an incredible experience for anyone looking to reignite their love for the sport while exploring some of the most exotic destinations in the world.

Hugh and Jenny are so much more than meets the eye. You’ll hear their passion, their story, and everything they’ve accomplished in just one year of diving back into gymnastics.

Stream it wherever you listen!

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We’ve got Kameron Nelson on the pod — breaking down his incredible journey through the sport and giving us an inside look at what was going through his head at Worlds when he competed both of his triples.

Did you know he’s lived in 17 different states growing up?

And what was it really like competing on that super white floor at Worlds?

what does it take to start your own merch brand?

Find out on today’s episode of PODNASTICS

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Brody and Donnell brought home medals, Patty and Kameron showed up and showed out, and there’s been plenty of talk about the Winkler move on high bar.Listen along as Marsh breaks down how the men’s team did this weekend, what helped them get as far as they did, and how we left with two world champs.We’re breaking it all down on Podnastics: The CHALK SHOW.

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From his grind through four Olympic Games to his fight for gold, Fabian opens up about what it truly took to become one of the greatest to ever do it. We also dive into his time competing on Dancing with the Stars, teaming up with POWER MONKEY FITNESS and how his mindset continues to inspire athletes worldwide. 

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Shane Wiskus joins us on PODNASTICS today to share his gymnastics journey — from competing with the Minnesota Gophers, to experiencing the gymnastics program getting cut and fighting to keep it! He opens up about the challenges of competing in Tokyo, the crossroads that left him questioning what came next, and his decision to keep pushing forward with his sights set on 2028. find out the full story on todays episode!

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A well-known figure in both the gymnastics community and the CrossFit space, Dave brings a wealth of experience and insight. In this episode, we dive into his journey through gymnastics, his time competing at Stanford, his perspective on the current state of men’s collegiate gymnastics, and the evolution of the sport. We also get into the story behind Power Monkey Fitness Camp—his world-class training camp hosted twice a year in Crossville, Tennessee.

Whether you’re a gymnast, a CrossFitter, or just someone who loves hearing stories of resilience and growth, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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Now, Carly joins us on PODNASTICS to share her journey — from her early beginnings, to the terrible, horrible, no good, very bad meet, to standing on top of the Olympic podium, and how she continues to inspire young gymnasts everywhere.

This is one of our favorite episodes yet — we’re so excited for you to get to know Carly if you haven’t somehow heard these stories!

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Kristina opens up about growing up in a gymnastics family, carving her own path, and finding inspiration from her talented sisters. Plus… we try to figure out where Boise is!

Tune in now — you don’t want to miss this one!

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From growing up in the gym with her family as both coaches and teammates,

to facing the tough reality of a medical retirement,

Polina shares how her love for the sport never faded—

in fact, it led her to open a gym of her own PAK GYMNASTICS!

We loved getting to know Polina, and we know you will too.

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We’re joined by Evan Manivong to talk all things Illinois gymnastics—from the highs and the wins to the lessons learned through better team communication.

Plus, we dive into that viral vault moment that had everyone talking.

ALL THIS AND MORE!

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He dives into the history of GymACT, his journey through the sport, and what being part of this community has brought to his life. creating the signature WET WILLIE SKILL! From training to mentoring to managing it all, Will gives us a behind-the-scenes look at what it means to live and breathe gymnastics at every level.

Like Will’s story and want to support his GymACT team?

Head to www.bayareagymact.com to contribute and help keep this incredible program going strong!

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The PODNASTICS guys and Intern Connor dive into gymnastics mindset—from the POV of club gymnasts, coaches, and college athletes.

Are these guys even qualified to talk about this? Tune in and find out.

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Join Jakob and Marsh as they sit down with Bama All-American gymnast Chloe Lacoursiere to talk about her journey to the top, the unexpected catchphrase she’s known for, her obsession with Hamilton, and real advice for gymnasts facing mental blocks and how to get over them!

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What’s the best gymnastics event to train?

They’re ranking events from the most fun to the most frustrating—don’t miss it!

Tune in today!

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Fuzzy Benas hops on the pod this week to talk about his gymnastics journey—being a national team member, getting sent out on assignments, traveling the world to compete, his time with the Oklahoma team, and most importantly, how a movie moment from 2019 almost made him cry in the theater.

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From training gymnastics across the globe — South Africa to Japan and everywhere in between — Luke’s journey is nothing short of epic. We dive into his experiences, lessons learned, and of course… who his favorite Ninja Turtle is.

Don’t miss this one.

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What is GymACT, and how did it help Iowa Men’s Gymnastics survive?

When the Iowa Men’s Gymnastics NCAA program was cut, GymACT stepped in to give these athletes a way to keep competing at the collegiate level. GymACT provides a structure for men’s gymnastics teams to operate independently, allowing programs like Iowa’s to continue without NCAA funding.

Iowa team members Gabe and Connor joined us on PODNASTICS: CHALK SHOW to break down how GymACT works, what it means for the future of men’s gymnastics, and why this model could be the key to keeping the sport alive.

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Tune in and get to know Kiya!

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You won’t want to miss this one!

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On our very first episode, we’re kicking things off by introducing you to the heart of the show: Jakob Daniel, and Christian Marsh!

They’re answering it all:

• What is PODNASTICS?

• Who is PODNASTICS?

• Why is PODNASTICS?

Get to know the hosts, their stories, and what inspired this podcast before we dive into a season full of incredible conversations.

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