PL DEN | The Powerlifter's Den

Welcome to The Powerlifter’s Den — the ultimate hangout for lifters, strength athletes, and iron addicts. Hosted by Cam Smith, this podcast dives deep into the world of powerlifting, featuring real conversations with top lifters, coaches, and industry experts. Whether you're chasing PRs, building your total, or just love talking shop about squats, bench, and deadlifts, you've found your tribe. Check out our official apparel store at PLDEN.COM , built for lifters who live the lifestyle of strength.

PL DEN | The Powerlifter's Den is a health podcast hosted by Cam Smith, with 148 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Cam Smith hosts PL DEN | The Powerlifter's Den, a health show with 148 episodes published.

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  Episode #148

  Episode 148: How to Be an Elite Bodybuilder and Powerlifter ft. Hunter Henderson

  Sep 25, 20261h 5mS1

  In Episode 148 of The Powerlifter’s Den , Cam sits down with Hunter Henderson , a professional powerlifter and bodybuilder who has set multiple squat records and is currently ranked 4th in the world overall. Hunter talks about returning to the platform after three years away, the relationship between muscle and strength, staying healthy in a demanding sport, training with a real crew, and learning to embrace the long process of getting better. She also opens up about overcoming serious medical challenges while balancing elite lifting with a demanding healthcare career

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  Episode #147

  Episode 147: There is No Optimal ft. Joe Sullivan

  Sep 11, 20261h 24mS1

  In Episode 147 of The Powerlifter’s Den , Cam sits down with Joe Sullivan , former 220 lb all-time world record holder and longtime coach who has helped other lifters reach world-record performances of their own. Joe talks about why “optimal” doesn’t exist in performance coaching, leaving powerlifting better than he found it, some wild meet stories, and the mentality behind Adapt or Die after years of serious injuries and setbacks. We also discuss the tomfoolery of internet clowns attempting to powerlift for clout.

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  Episode #145

  Episode 146: How the GOAT of Powerlifting Trains ft. Ed Coan

  Aug 28, 20261h 12mS1

  In Episode 146 of The Powerlifter’s Den , Cam sits down with Ed Coan , widely regarded as the greatest powerlifter of all time. Ed talks about the lifters who influenced him, including Bill Kazmaier , old-school training and competition, the evolution of powerlifting, SWIS , and the lessons he’s picked up from decades of competing, coaching, and being around some of the strongest people in the sport. A conversation about powerlifting history, training, and the people who helped shape it.

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  Episode #145

  Episode 145: Multiply Mom vs. Powerlifting Trolls ft. Tara Duncan

  Aug 14, 20261h 6mS1

  In Episode 145 of The Powerlifter’s Den , Cam sits down with Tara Duncan , a 10-year powerlifter with experience in both raw and multiply, a 705 lb squat , and pro totals in three weight classes. We talk about her transition into geared lifting, raising a daughter who now powerlifts, the downside of comparison and social media, the “mass moves mass” argument, and what she learned through injury, weight loss, and depression.

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  Episode #141

  Epsidoe 144: Chasing 1000lb RAW Squat ft. Mason Mills

  Jul 31, 20261h 3mS1

  In Episode 144 of The Powerlifter's Den , Cam sits down with Mason Mills , a 1000kg Big Dogs totaler, full-time coach, and one of the strongest heavyweight powerlifters in the UK. We discuss competing around the world, why progress isn't always linear, memorable stories from Big Dogs, and his pursuit of becoming the first British man to squat 1,000 pounds .

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