Real Bodybuilding Podcast

Fouad Abiad has built something genuinely special with the Real Bodybuilding Podcast. As a retired IFBB Pro, Fouad brings a level of insider access that most bodybuilding shows simply can't match. His guests read like a who's who of professional bodybuilding -- Samson Dauda, Flex Wheeler, Stan Efferding -- and the conversations go way beyond contest results. Fouad gets these athletes to open up about who they actually are outside the stage. The flagship episodes run long, often two hours or more, but the real fan favorite is the recurring "Bro Chat" format. These panel episodes bring together Iain Valliere, Paul Lauzon, Seth Feroce, and Mike Van Wyck for freewheeling discussions about competition drama, training philosophy, and whatever else comes up. The chemistry between them is the kind you can't fake. With over 600 episodes and a 4.9 rating from more than 700 reviews, this show has clearly earned its audience. New episodes drop weekly and cover everything from Olympia breakdowns and athlete prep updates to candid takes on industry politics. Fouad's not afraid to share unpopular opinions, which keeps things interesting. If you want the unfiltered perspective of someone who actually lived the pro bodybuilding life and still has deep connections in the sport, this is your show. The production quality is solid, and the conversations feel natural rather than scripted.