
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 • 10 episodes
Totten Talks Podcast
Latest Episodes
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

From Research to Reality: The Role of Sports Science in Athlete Development with Dr. Chris Taber
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait are joined by Dr. Chris Taber—longtime friend, teammate, and the Graduate Program Director of Exercise and Sports Science at Sacred Heart University.Chris brings a unique perspective, blendin...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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45:03

Simplifying Olympic Lifts: Breaking Down the Clean and Jerk and Strength Lessons - Part 3
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait dive into the third and final part of their "Keep It Simple Seriously" series on teaching and performing the Olympic lifts. The focus is all about the jerk technique, strength, and flexibility neede...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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51:09

Simplifying Olympic Lifts: Coaching Techniques - Part 2
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait dive into the intricacies of teaching Olympic lifts, focusing on simplifying technique for coaches and their athletes. With a light-hearted tone, they share insights and strategies drawn from years ...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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45:29

Simplifying Olympic Lifts: The KISS Method for Coaches and Athletes - Part 1
In this episode of Totten Talks, Leo and Cait dive headfirst into episode six & introduce us to KISS. In this episode, Leo and Cait cover:The introduction of the KISS (Keep It Simple, Seriously/Silly) meth...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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31:55
