A & D Podcast

About A & D Podcast

Welcome to the A&D Podcast, where the dynamic duo of Austin and Dietrich brings you an exhilarating blend of sports and strength! As semi-pro rugby players and best friends, Austin and Dietrich combine their love for the game with a deep passion for strength sports to create a one-of-a-kind listening experience. Join Austin and Dietrich each week as they tackle the latest in rugby and American football, offering expert analysis, game breakdowns, and insider stories from their own experiences on the field. Whether you're a die-hard fan or new to these sports, their engaging discussions and firsthand insights will keep you hooked. But the A&D Podcast doesn't stop at the sidelines. Both hosts are avid gym rats fiercely dedicated to strength sports, including bodybuilding, powerlifting, and strongman competitions. They dive into the world of heavy lifting, sharing training tips, nutrition advice, and the mental grit required to excel in these demanding disciplines. Expect inspiring interviews with top athletes, coaches, and fitness experts who share their journeys and secrets to success. Blending sports talk, strength training, and plenty of banter, the A&D Podcast is your ultimate source of motivation and entertainment. Tune in every week to fuel your passion for sports and strength, and join the A&D community for a podcast that lifts both body and spirit. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

Publisher

2nd Row Studios

Category

news · society & culture · sports

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

17 May 2023

Latest episode

10 Oct 2026

Latest episodes

149 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   10 Oct 2026

   Bodybuilding Has a New King! The Biggest Shocks of the 2026 Mr. Olympia

   The A&D Podcast is trading the rugby pitch, the gridiron, and the playing field for the iron sanctuary! Austin and Dietrich are stepping into the gym to break down the shocking results of the 2026 Mr. Olympia. New champions have been crowned, the bodybuilding hierarchy has been shaken up, and the debate over who truly deserves a place at the top is just getting started! Who proved they belong among the elite? Which veterans still have what it takes to reclaim their throne? And are we witnessing the beginning of a new era in professional bodybuilding, or will the old guard remind everyone why they dominated in the first place? The guys aren't stopping at the results, either. Austin and Dietrich are throwing out some way-too-early predictions for the 2027 bodybuilding season, debating which rising stars could take over the stage, which established names could bounce back, and who might be getting more hype than they deserve. From Mr. Olympia results and bodybuilding judging to future champions, comeback stories, and bold predictions, this episode is guaranteed to get the bodybuilding community talking. 💬 JOIN THE DEBATE: Did the right competitors win at the 2026 Mr. Olympia? Which new champion is most likely to stay on top, and which veteran has the best chance of reclaiming the crown? Drop your predictions in the comments! Follow the A&D Podcast for rugby, American football, bodybuilding, strength sports, training, and more. 📱 TikTok: @ad.podcast 📸 Instagram: @ad.podcast0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

2. 

   23 Sept 2026

   Do the USA Eagles Have a Plan B? | USA vs Canada PNC Breakdown

   On this episode of the A&D Podcast, Austin and Dietrich are once again in a somber mood as they break down the USA Eagles’ Pacific Nations Cup bronze medal matchup against Canada in Tokyo. After the embarrassing performance against Japan, the USA needed a response—but did they actually find one? Canada struck twice in the opening 15 minutes, both tries coming directly from lineout situations, while the USA struggled to build any sustained attacking rhythm. There were flashes of cohesion, but the Eagles repeatedly failed to maintain momentum, struggled with support lines, and allowed Canada to generate multiple jackal opportunities. The guys also dive into some of the individual performances and tactical questions from the match. Maluia’s raw athleticism was on display, but his lack of rugby experience raised questions about how predictable his attacking game can become. Meanwhile, Ben Benasso put together a standout defensive performance, including two blocked kicks, and the Eagles showed flashes of what their attack can look like when everything clicks. And then came the 78th minute. A bold sequence involving Noah Brown, Du Has, Carty, Besag, Roberts, Lopeti, Alikaan, and Benasso nearly produced one of the most exciting tries of the match. From winning the territory battle off a Canada lineout to the kick chase and Benasso’s chip over the defensive line, the USA came agonizingly close to executing the kind of creative rugby the Eagles need to produce more consistently. But that raises the bigger question: Is the USA’s system actually the problem—or is the lack of depth and adaptability the real issue? When the Eagles have their top players available, the system can work beautifully. But when injuries, club commitments, or player availability force the USA to rely on less experienced options, the attack can become predictable, and the team seems to struggle to find another way to win. Can Scott Lawrence learn from this Pacific Nations Cup campaign as he did after the infamous 83-0 loss to Scotland? Is the USA developing enough depth to survive without its best players? And does this Eagles team actually have a Plan B? Austin and Dietrich break down USA vs. Canada, the Pacific Nations Cup, squad depth, attacking structure, lineouts, defense, player development, Scott Lawrence, and what the USA Eagles need to fix before the 2027 Rugby World Cup. What do you think? Is this a coaching/system problem, a player-depth problem, or both? And if the USA’s best players aren't available, can this team actually adapt—or are the Eagles too dependent on Plan A? Let us know what you think and debate it with us in the comments. Follow the A&D Podcast for more USA Eagles, USA Rugby, Pacific Nations Cup, MLR, and American rugby coverage. TikTok: @ad.podcast Instagram: @ad.podcast0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.

3. 

   15 Sept 2026

   USA Eagles DISASTER: Has American Rugby Regressed? | USA 14–63 Japan

   On this episode of the A&D Podcast, the excitement surrounding the Pacific Nations Cup (PNC) comes crashing down after a brutal opening-round performance from the USA Eagles. Austin and Dietrich break down the USA’s shocking 63–14 loss to Japan in Tokyo and ask the question every American rugby fan is thinking: What didn’t go wrong for the Eagles? From defensive breakdowns and missed opportunities to discipline, execution, physicality, and overall game management, the guys dive into what went wrong against Japan and whether this result is simply a disastrous one-off—or evidence that USA Rugby has seriously regressed. Is Japan really that much better than the USA right now? Has the Eagles’ progress under Scott Lawrence stalled? Or are fans overreacting to one horrible performance? With the 2027 Rugby World Cup approaching and the USA looking to establish itself as a serious international rugby nation, this loss raises some uncomfortable questions. Was 63–14 an anomaly, or should American rugby fans be genuinely worried? Austin and Dietrich give their honest reactions, break down the USA Eagles’ performance, and debate what needs to change before the Eagles take the field again. What do YOU think? Was this just one bad game, or is the USA Eagles program heading in the wrong direction? Let us know in the comments. Follow the A&D Podcast for more USA Rugby, USA Eagles, Pacific Nations Cup, international rugby, MLR, and rugby analysis. 📱 TikTok: @ad.podcast 📸 Instagram: @ad.podcast0 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy (https://acast.com/privacy) for more information.