Episodes

  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 37 | With Bill Tedesco

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 37 | With Bill Tedesco
    Feb 21 2023
    In this episode of The Anabolic Cartel Podcast, our guest is Bill Tedesco. We talked about social media, bodybuilding, and how things have changed over the past few years. We also shared our recommendations with listeners on the books to read and who to follow in bodybuilding.

    Topics:

    • This episode was about performance-enhancing drugs and their long-term effects.
    • Weighing the risk and reward of pushing yourself to be a competitive bodybuilder.
    • How social media has impacted the sport for better or worse.
    • Things to consider from a bodybuilder who has done it for 20+ years—things that he may regret now.
    • How being a father to a young child can change your outlook regarding personal risk assessment or risk tolerance things he wishes he could still do but knows aren't worth the toll they will take on his body.
    • Current issues in the industry Potential rumors about Ameen having something to do with Andy Hamaan's death (ibogaine).
    • Leo, a longevity influencer who was well-known on YouTube, passed away at 34 under suspicious circumstances.
    • Advice you would give to a younger guy just getting started on how to maximize progress and minimize damage.
     

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

     

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    1 hr and 47 mins
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 36 | With Trevor Benko, Alex Thompson, and special guest Ben Jordan 

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 36 | With Trevor Benko, Alex Thompson, and special guest Ben Jordan 
    Jan 27 2023

    In this episode of The Anabolic Cartel Podcast, Trevor and Alex sit down with a special guest, Ben Jordan, who was also the original co-host of the show. Ben has since left to start his own business, but returns to share his update on the economy and its effect on both businesses and individuals.

    We also discussed the potential elevation of hematocrit, hemoglobin, and red blood cell levels in individuals undergoing testosterone replacement therapy (TRT) or to those taking steroids.

    Also if you are a fan of the podcast please interact with us on social media, ask questions, recommend guests, suggestions, and please leave us a 5 star rating if you like the content.   We had one person give us a great review and leave a 1 star by mistake but we can’t reach him so please contribute to the cause to get us back to a 5 star if possible 

    *** note to listeners We apologize for the echo on this episode we are working to correct it and will not post another episode until we are certain it is corrected 

    Topics:

    • We give you an update on Ben's status.
    • Some honest thoughts on the 2022 Mr. Olympia competition
    • The economy's current state and how it is affecting businesses and people
    • Dealing with stress and anxiety during difficult times
    • Healthy and positive ways to work through anxiety and depression by using outlets such as the gym and supplements that can help us personally
    • Stimulant tolerances and how some of the stronger stimulants can affect the body
    • Stim Dick is a term that some people who use hard stimulants may be familiar with. If not, we discuss this term and what it refers to.
    • How do you support others who may need help and assistance?
    • Video content coming to Anabolic Cartel Youtube Channel.

    Links:

    Trevor’s Email: trevor@tgbsupplements.com

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    Anabolic Cartel Twitter: https://twitter.com/anaboliccartel

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    TGB Supplements Email: info@tgbsupplements.com

    TGB Supplements Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgbsupplements/

     

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

     

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 35 | With Alex Thompson

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 35 | With Alex Thompson
    Nov 30 2022

    In this episode, Trevor and Alex talked about anabolic steroids and maintaining good health while using them with the assistance of your primary care doctor. They also bring up the worst ways to discuss this with your Dr. (Specifically, what not to do when discussing AAS with your Dr.). They also cover miracle weight loss peptides, growth hormones, and protein containers.

    We hope you guys enjoy the show! We are planning on more content soon. Please share with a friend and on social media to help us get our content to more people to help us grow the Anabolic Cartel. If you or someone you know think you would be a good guest or is interested in being a sponsor for the show, please reach out to me directly at trevor@tgbsupplements.com. Thank you for listening and supporting the show!

    Topics:

    • How to approach your physician about anabolic
    • Short discussion on a new alternative pain management option
    • What is the best way to utilize low dose Growth hormone and MK677 together?
    • GLP-1 Semiglutide benefits for weight loss and
    • GH and immune function
    • A new study shows that an average testosterone level for one man may not be customary for another.
    • Enclomiphene benefits and can, in many cases, be as effective as Transdermal Testosterone for increasing total testosterone levels. Still, it does this by causing an increase in natural products instead of suppression, which occurs when using exogenous Testosterone.
    • Last, they discuss the best prescription strength sexual enhancers currently available. We discuss how and why they work. Specifically, we talk about Tadafinil, Sidafinil, Oxytocin, and apomorphine, and we dive into PT141 a little bit deeper.

    Links:

    Trevor’s Email: trevor@tgbsupplements.com

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    Anabolic Cartel Twitter: https://twitter.com/anaboliccartel

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    TGB Supplements Email: info@tgbsupplements.com

    TGB Supplements Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgbsupplements/

     

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

     

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    1 hr and 42 mins
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 34 | With Alex Thompson - Peptides, Synthetics, and Cannabinoid variants

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 34 | With Alex Thompson - Peptides, Synthetics, and Cannabinoid variants
    Oct 3 2022

    In this episode, Trevor and Alex discussed expanding the brand of Iron Forged Nutrition. They also shared their thoughts on the recent competitions: NPC Pittsburgh, NPC Masters Nationals, and NPC North Americans.

    Also, they discussed the insane side effects of drugs like THC variants, cannabinoids, and peptides and how they affect our body and mind.

    Topics:

    • What we have been doing as of late with Iron Forged Nutrition Products
    • Testosterone Replacement misinformation about AI being
    • Turkesterone and ecdysterone Controversy
    • Updates on Fitness Industry Deaths: Boston Lloyd, Jerry Ward,
    • We talked about local shows such as the NPC Pittsburgh, NPC Masters Nationals, and NPC North Americans.
    • Addressing supplement industry issues with price increases and inventory issues with some products.
    • Larry Wheels is coming off of AAS and going on TRT.
    • Drug problems that are currently in the US and how synthetic drugs are taking over from super drugs, which make regular hard drugs seem mild, such as Flakka, bath salts, Tranq, and synthetic opioids.
    • THC Variants such as THC-O, THCJD, and THC-P and how they affect the body and mind.
    • Other cannabinoids such as CBN, CBG, CBGa, CBDa, CBD, Delta 8, Delta 9, Delta 10, Delta 6
    • PEPTIDE Special Breaking down AOD9604, Tesamorelin, CJC1295/Ipamorelin, IGF-1LR3, BPC-157, TB500, PT141, GACLIV, GHK-CU, Glutathione, SELANK, and SEMAX

    Links:

    Trevor’s Email: trevor@tgbsupplements.com

    Anabolic Cartel Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anaboliccartel

    Anabolic Cartel Twitter: https://twitter.com/anaboliccartel

    Anabolic Cartel Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/anaboliccartel

    TGB Supplements Email: info@tgbsupplements.com

    TGB Supplements Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgbsupplements/

     

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

     

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    2 hrs and 19 mins
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 33 | With Travis King - Inside the state of mind of a King

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 33 | With Travis King - Inside the state of mind of a King
    Aug 22 2022

    In this episode, Trevor and Alex talked to Travis King. Travis shared his experience of what he described as a life-or-death situation for him: the time when he ruptured his appendix. He also talks about his realizations in life about money and what it's like to search for your happiness.

    Topics:

    • Travis tells us the story of the time he had a ruptured appendix
    • The difference between being a bodybuilder then vs being a bodybuilder now
    • How he went blind and how it returned to normal
    • How money became of no value to him
    • On looking at life differently
    • What were his last thoughts in his life-or-death situation?
    • On building better mental capacity in training
    • His big 4 in fitness and training
    • How does food influence hormones?
    • How he educates his kids about life
    • His advice to listeners on looking for happiness

    Links

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

     

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    1 hr and 35 mins
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 32 | With Alexander Thompson

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 32 | With Alexander Thompson
    May 10 2022

    In this episode, we talked about recent deaths in the industry and some of the newer “SARMs” to hit the supplement market. Specifically, GW0742, RAD150 aka TLB150, and SR9011. Learn more by tuning in to today’s episode.

    Topics:

    • How did Alex start training?
    • The death of the bodybuilding industry
    • They talked about the compound that they’ve been doing called SARMs
    • What is GW0742?
    • What is SR9011?
    • What is RAD150?
    • The relevance of protecting what you put in your body
    • They talked about their thoughts and perceptions on taking steroids
    • What is blood work, and how can it affect you personally?

    Links

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    36 mins
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 31 | With Don Pahel

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 31 | With Don Pahel
    Mar 24 2022

    In this episode, Trevor had a chat with Don Pahel. Their talk centered around Prostate health and what options are available when things go wrong with the prostate? Don tells his inspiring story, a story that is relatable to most men. Mainly because this topic is prevalent in men yet is something that is still stigmatized in the community. In addition, they also talked about Cialis, current events, and the Piezo Stem Cells Treatment. Curious? Then give this episode a listen and play that button to learn more.

    Topics:

    • How his prostate cancer started
    • What are the tests he did
    • What are vitamins and supplements he takes
    • On his treatment from his Urologists
    • What Rezūm Water Vapor Therapy is
    • What Piezo Stem Cells Treatment is
    • On his healing journey
    • Flomax medication and side effects
    • Their thoughts on Russia invading Ukraine
    • Their thoughts on narcissist people
    • On equal rights and racism

     

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    *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT

    • Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/Cartel
    • Use code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire order
    • If you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com

     

    Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.

     

    Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    2 hrs and 1 min
  • The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 30 | with Tristan Nazelrod WADA tested USPL, IPF Powerflifting athlete

    The Anabolic Cartel Podcast Episode 30 | with Tristan Nazelrod WADA tested USPL, IPF Powerflifting athlete
    Dec 16 2021
    This episode introduces how Tristan got started in powerlifting and what he does for a living. We discussed what it means to be a professional powerlifter and compete in USA PowerLifting (USAPL) as well as the International Powerlifting Federation (IPF). Both organizations mandate drug testing. We also discuss how World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) testing works. We enumerated his totals and best meets to date. He is currently one week out from a meet in Morgantown, West Virginia where he plans to hit a 1900 total at 264lbs. Tristan is a 6-time USA national winner of his class and a 5-time Team USA Competitor. His best totals are 340kg (748lbs) / 215kg (473lbs) / 345kg (759lbs). Tristan sets a prime example of what hard work and dedication can do for an athlete when they are committed to succeeding. The fact that he can hit these kinds of numbers at 25 years old while being a strict drug-tested athlete is truly impressive. It is something that should be acknowledged more. People rarely reach up to these kinds of numbers drug-free. Most can’t hit these numbers using various performance-enhancing drugs. These boost the athlete’s physical advantage but unfortunately, at the cost of their health. With that in mind, it is amazing to see that this is possible without any drug.  The fact that he is drug-free and uses very little over-the-counter supplementation is commendable. He has nothing against Performance-Enhancing Drugs (PED) but at his age, he knows it does not align with his goals. It is quite profound to see this type of dedication and commitment in a world where everyone wants to see results overnight. It is refreshing to see someone who is going after their goals without any type of shortcuts. You can reach Tristan on Instagram: @tank_power917 to see his lifts. Feel free to reach out if you are interested in sponsoring him. Tristan understands that at this point, he may be lucky to add a few pounds to his personal record each year and accepts it as part of the process.    Topics: Tristan’s background and how he got into powerliftingThe time he started getting more serious about powerlifting Insights from his powerlifting competition How powerlifting meets workHow to qualify for international powerliftingExperience on his best powerlifting meetHow he managed to win the North American championship despite having injuriesOn efficient and unharmful steroidsWhat type of training that’s most suitable for himHow he sees himself in the futureHis memory of the first world championship he went toOn his current training How he warmups and his preparation even with injuriesOn his training on the Iron Forged Gym   Links: Tristan’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tank_power917/ Bill McCarthy’s Email: getlift@gmail.com Bill McCarthy’s Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getthelift/   Keeps (hair loss prevention): https://joinkeeps.com/TGBSupplements   *Anabolic Cartel Podcast is sponsored by Let’sGetChecked and ReGenesis HRT Let’s get Checked – trylgc.com/CartelUse code CARTEL30 to save 30% off your entire orderIf you are interested in learning more about Regenesis HRT or Testosterone Replacement Therapy, email me at trevor.benko@regenesishrt.com   Be sure to stop by TGB Supplements and The Iron Forged Gym if you are in the Uniontown, PA area.   Visit our website to buy clothing and merchandise at https://www.anaboliccartel.com.
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    1 hr and 16 mins