Becoming Ronin
Hosted by OB and Smitty and Brian Oberther and Smitty Diesel · Jim Smith, Brian Oberther
5.0from 144 ratings
- 168
- Episodes
- 16
- Transcribed
- 144
- Ratings
- Monthly
- Cadence
- 2021
- First episode
- 17M
- YouTube views
About Becoming Ronin
The "Becoming Ronin" podcast is a show that delves into topics related to personal development, fitness, and self-improvement. Hosted by fitness professionals, the podcast explores various aspects of the fitness industry, including training methodologies, mindset, business strategies, and lifestyle tips. The show often features guest experts who share their insights and experiences, providing listeners with practical advice and inspiration for achieving their goals. Recent episodes have covered topics like program reviews, the distinction between online trainers and coaches, and the significance of aerobic development in training. Notable guests, such as Jason Brown, have appeared on the podcast to discuss these subjects in depth. The podcast aims to guide listeners on their journey to becoming more self-reliant and empowered, drawing on the metaphor of a "Ronin" — a samurai without a master — to symbolize the pursuit of independence and mastery in life.
- Publisher
- Jim Smith, Brian Oberther
- Category
- business · health & fitness
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 30 Dec 2021
- Latest episode
- 19 Sept 2026
Latest episodes
16 of 168 episodes have a transcript.
19 Sept 2026TRANSCRIPT
#168 The Shoulder Explained: A Crash Course in Functional Anatomy
22 Aug 2026TRANSCRIPT
#167 Long Term Gains Without Long Term Pain
27 Jun 2026TRANSCRIPT
#166 Hypertrophy Methods - The Smartest Way to Build Muscle
Inside a recent episode
#168 The Shoulder Explained: A Crash Course in Functional Anatomy
Published 19 Sept 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] So the infraspinatus definitely deserves a spot in the conversation when we talk about shoulder training. The teres minor is just a small muscle that assists with external rotation, contributes to shoulder stability. The subscapularis sits underneath the shoulder blade. So it's between the rib cage and the shoulder blade. And it's the only muscle on the front of the shoulder blade. And it primarily internally rotates the humerus. So... Again, I'm telling you the actions of these muscles if they were to be isolated, but really the whole goal is to keep the head of the humerus centrated in the joint so you don't sublux it or dislocate the shoulder. […]
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- Chris McGowan
- Adrian
- Tim Reynolds
- Michael Desanti
Reach and audience
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- YouTube views
- 17,476,472
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 5.0 / 5
- 76 ratings
- Spotify
- 5.0 / 5
- 68 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 85 / 100
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- Quality
- 96
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 93
- Engagement
- 92
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Who hosts Becoming Ronin?
OB and Smitty and Brian Oberther and Smitty Diesel host the show. Published by Jim Smith, Brian Oberther.
How often do new episodes come out?
The show publishes monthly, based on its RSS feed.
Does Becoming Ronin take guests?
Yes. Guests have been identified in episode analyses.
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