LS McClain

About LS McClain

Corner of the CRCL is a podcast rooted in modern powerlifting but built around much more than just the barbell. Each episode brings you inside real conversations with athletes, coaches, and individuals who are pushing themselves to grow in sport and in life. We dive into training, coaching, and competition, but we also explore the deeper layers that drive performance. From family and faith to personal evolution and purpose, this show is about understanding the why behind the work. It is where strength meets perspective. Expect honest dialogue, practical insight, and plenty of humor along the way. We talk lifting, we talk life, we talk music, and we are not afraid to laugh at ourselves in the process. If you are looking to get stronger physically and mentally while connecting with the stories that shape people, this is your corner of the circle.

Publisher

CORNER OF THE CRCL

Category

society & culture

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

11 Mar 2018

Latest episode

13 Jun 2026

Latest episodes

71 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   13 Jun 2026

   SZN 7 EP 5 - Austin Nikolai (@austinnikolai25) -From Watching Worlds to Competing at Worlds

   At some point, you stop chasing the dream… and start living it. Years ago, Austin Nikolai was watching the World Championships on YouTube during lunch in high school. Today, he's preparing to represent Team USA on that same stage. In this episode, we talked about: • Falling in love with powerlifting • Going from being overlooked to becoming world-class • Why appreciation matters more than genetics • Trusting your coach and the process • Chasing legacy instead of accolades The kid who dreamed about Worlds eventually became the man walking onto the platform.

2. 

   30 Apr 2026

   SZN 7 EP 4 - Elliott Sykes (@malicious_lifts) - EYES ON THE TOP SPOT!

   On this episode of Corner of the CRCL, we sit down with junior powerlifting standout Elliot Sykes for a high-energy conversation about chasing greatness, building toward the Open division, and what it really takes to hunt the top spot in the sport. From dominating as a 74 kg lifter to discussing the possibility of moving up to the stacked 83 kg class, Elliot opens up about the mindset, sacrifices, and motivation behind constantly pushing the limits of what he can become. We also dive into the current landscape of the 83 kg division, the heavy hitters standing at the top, and why Elliot has had his eyes on the throne for a long time. But beyond the numbers and competition, this episode shows why so many people respect him...not just as a lifter, but as a genuinely good dude with an infectious energy and passion for the sport. A lot of laughs, a lot of intensity, and a lot of real talk...this is one you do not want to miss.

3. 

   9 Apr 2026

   SZN 7 EP 3 . w/ I have no clue (@IPFCENTAL) - I see you..I see EVERYTHING!

   Not everything in this sport is said out loud. Some things live in group chats. Back rooms. Comment sections. And some… get exposed through satire. We sat down with @IPFCENTAL — a name you’ve seen everywhere, even if you don’t know who’s behind it. What we found out? It’s bigger than one person. Bigger than jokes. Bigger than drama. It’s about giving lifters a voice. Calling out the culture. And pushing the sport forward… in a way only anonymity allows. This one’s raw. It’s honest. And it’s a good time from start to finish. Welcome to the circle. Tap in. You don’t want to miss this one. 🎧 Available now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, YouTube, and SoundCloud 👍 Like, comment, and subscribe #CornerOfTheCRCL #Powerlifting #FindYourStrength #1stPhorm #LetsEat

Who has been a guest on LS McClain

Names identified in recent episode analyses. Showing up to five guests.

• Yaya Aboelnaga
• Anthony McNaughton
• Michael Davis

Reach and audience

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YouTube views

35,323

Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025

Apple Podcasts (US)

5.0 / 5

12 ratings

Spotify

5.0 / 5

3 ratings

Podcast Authority Score: 63 / 100

A composite of feed quality, social presence, YouTube performance and engagement. Read the methodology.

Quality

62

Social presence

0

YouTube

76

Engagement

82

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