Totten Talks Podcast
Welcome to "Totten Talks," where hosts Leo Totten and Cait Finn share their wealth of experience in weightlifting, strength and conditioning, and athletics. With over 70 years of combined expertise, Leo and Cait delve into the legacies and life lessons that have shaped their careers and the world of weightlifting. Join Leo and Cait as they provide an engaging, fun, and informative platform for athletes, coaches, and anyone passionate about lifting and sports excellence. Tune in for invaluable lessons, corny dad jokes, and a genuine passion for building a lasting legacy in weightlifting and beyond.
Podcasting since 2024 • 14 episodes
Totten Talks Podcast
Latest Episodes
Building Coaching Legacies: The Art and Science of Athlete Support
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo Totten and Cait Finn reunite after a holiday break to dive into the world of weightlifting, coaching, and building strong communities both on and off the platform.Both Leo Totten and Cait Finn reflect...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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43:44
Bridging Research and Coaching: Husband and Wife Coaches Tim Suchomel and Shana McKeever Share Insights
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo brings in not one but two guests—Shana McKeever and Tim Suchomel, a husband and wife team with impressive backgrounds in strength and conditioning and sports science. The conversation covers their unique car...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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46:48
Identifying and Overcoming Weaknesses in Weightlifting: Building Balanced Strength and Technique
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo is flying solo while Cait is away, giving listeners a deep dive into training philosophies drawn from decades of experience in weightlifting and coaching.Leo shares invaluable insight into the importa...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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34:17
Journey to the Olympics: Navigating Performance Anxiety and Inspiring Future Athletes with Carissa Gordon Gump
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait sit down with special guest Carissa Gordon Gump. Carissa is an Olympian, longtime friend, and a major presence in the world of weightlifting and strength and conditioning. Carissa shares her journey...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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36:44
How We Built Forty Years of Weightlifting Camps: From York Barbell to Today
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait take a deep dive into the storied history and ongoing evolution of weightlifting camps—a topic close to their hearts!Leo shares how he got started with weightlifting camps all the way back in...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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21:08