Lean and Lethal Podcast
Bridger Deaton
The Lean and Lethal Project is a mission-driven podcast for men who are done living soft, distracted, and disconnected. This show is about forging strength—in your body, your mind, and your purpose.
Hosted by Bridger Deaton, each episode blends science, real-world experience, and hard-hitting conversation to guide you through the process of becoming a weapon: sharp, strong, capable, and relentless.
This isn’t about chasing aesthetics. It’s about relentless growth, building resilience, and becoming the kind of man others can count on.
We’re not here to be average. We’re here to evolve.
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006 | 6 Essential Supplements Every Man Needs for Health, Strength, and Performance
Lean and Lethal Podcast
02/19/25 • 33 min
In this episode, I break down the truth about supplements—what actually works, what’s a waste of money, and where you should be focusing your attention first. I cover six supplements that I actually recommend. Stuff like creatine, fish oil, vitamin D, and more—but I also make it clear: none of this matters if your sleep, nutrition, and lifestyle are trash. Supplements are just the extra 5%. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the supplement aisle or just want to stop getting scammed by flashy labels, this one’s for you.
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015 | From Zero to Ironman: How Failure Built Unstoppable Confidence w/ Justin Medlin
Lean and Lethal Podcast
04/10/25 • 27 min
In this episode, I sit down with Justin Medlin to talk about what it really takes to go from not knowing hot to swim to completing multiple Ironman 70.3s. We get into mindset, failure, personal growth, and why being willing to fail is one of the most powerful traits a man can have. Justin opens up about the challenges he faced—physically and mentally—and how those struggles transformed him. If you’re into fitness, endurance, or just trying to become a better man, this one’s all about self-belief, doing hard things, and building confidence through action.
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009 | What I Wish I Knew When I Started Lifting: 3 Game-Changing Lessons
Lean and Lethal Podcast
03/04/25 • 37 min
In this one, I’m sharing three of the biggest lessons I’ve learned in my own fitness journey—stuff I wish someone would’ve told me when I first started lifting. I break down why training harder isn’t always better, why cheat meals are complete garbage, and how to actually make progress without overcomplicating everything. Whether you’re just getting started or trying to clean up your approach, this episode will help you focus on what really matters and cut out the noise.
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013 | Part 2: How to Build An Effective Training Program
Lean and Lethal Podcast
03/24/25 • 35 min
If you’ve ever felt like you're spinning your wheels in the gym—training hard but not seeing the results—this episode will fix that. I break down exactly how to structure your workouts for real progress, from rep schemes to progressive overload, intensity, recovery, and everything in between. You’ll learn how to stop guessing, avoid the common mistakes most guys make, and finally build a training plan that actually works. Whether you’re chasing strength, size, or performance, this episode gives you the framework to train with purpose and get results that stick.
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010 | Fear Is Holding You Back—It's time you get out of your own way
Lean and Lethal Podcast
03/07/25 • 16 min
In this episode, I get into the real stuff holding most guys back—fear, self-doubt, and lack of accountability. I talk about the mindset shifts that helped me push through those same struggles and how tracking progress, leaning into discomfort, and having real accountability changed everything. If you’ve been stuck making excuses, avoiding the hard stuff, or just struggling to stay consistent—this one’s gonna hit home.
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001 | Flexible Dieting: The Skill Every Man Needs to Master for Strength, Performance, and Freedom
Lean and Lethal Podcast
02/12/25 • 31 min
In this episode, I get into the concept of flexible dieting and why it beats the hell out of strict meal plans and crash diets. I talk about how hitting your macros—not following a list of “good” or “bad” foods—is what really moves the needle, and why flexibility actually leads to more discipline, not less. I also dive into diet periodization, how to adjust your intake over time, and how to handle eating in real life without blowing your progress. If you want to stop feeling guilty around food and start owning your nutrition, this one’s for you.
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011 | How To Set Your Macros With 4 Simple Steps & Take Control of Your Nutrition
Lean and Lethal Podcast
03/20/25 • 28 min
In this episode, I break down the basics of nutrition and how to actually take control of your food without overcomplicating it. We talk macros—what they are, how to calculate them, and how they tie into your goals whether you’re trying to cut, bulk, or maintain. I also go into how to build habits around food that actually last. No fads, no BS—just the stuff that works when you apply it consistently. If you’ve ever felt lost when it comes to nutrition, this is where you start.
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008 | How To Optimize Your Metabolism To Get Lean
Lean and Lethal Podcast
02/27/25 • 37 min
In this episode, I break down how your metabolism actually works—and why understanding it is the key to making real progress with your body. I go over the basics like BMR, NEAT, TEF, and how your daily activity and muscle mass impact your calorie burn. I also get into how hormones like ghrelin and leptin affect your hunger, how stress screws with your system, and why quality nutrition matters way more than most people realize. If you’ve ever felt like your metabolism is “broken” or slowing down, this episode will help you make sense of it—and show you how to take back control.
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007 | The Testosterone Cheat Code: Simple Strategies for Peak Male Performance
Lean and Lethal Podcast
02/21/25 • 42 min
In this episode, I dive into some key facts about low testosterone, why so many guys are struggling with it, what’s actually causing low T, and what you can do to fix it without taking TRT. I cover five of the biggest lifestyle mistakes that are tanking your hormone levels and lay out a simple game plan to build your T back naturally. No magic pills, no overpriced boosters—just real habits that actually have a substantial impact on your hormones. If you’ve been feeling off, low energy, or just not like yourself lately, this episode is worth your time.
Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:
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005 | Why Fad Diets Fail and What to Do Instead
Lean and Lethal Podcast
02/12/25 • 35 min
In this episode, I talk about the truth behind fad diets and why they keep so many guys stuck in the same cycle—drop weight fast, burn out, gain it back. I share some of my own experiences from the bodybuilding world and break down what it really takes to build a sustainable approach to nutrition. No more cutting carbs, no more extremes—just real skills that give you control over your food and your results. If you’re tired of chasing short-term fixes and want to finally build something that lasts, this episode is for you.
Learn more about 1:1 Online Coaching:
https://leanandlethalproject.com/
Download FREE training and nutrition programs:
https://leanandlethalproject.com/resources
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FAQ
How many episodes does Lean and Lethal Podcast have?
Lean and Lethal Podcast currently has 20 episodes available.
What topics does Lean and Lethal Podcast cover?
The podcast is about Health & Fitness, Men'S Health, Mindset, Personal Development, Strength Training, Mental Toughness, Fitness, Podcasts, Self-Improvement and Education.
What is the most popular episode on Lean and Lethal Podcast?
The episode title '008 | How To Optimize Your Metabolism To Get Lean' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Lean and Lethal Podcast?
The average episode length on Lean and Lethal Podcast is 35 minutes.
How often are episodes of Lean and Lethal Podcast released?
Episodes of Lean and Lethal Podcast are typically released every 3 days.
When was the first episode of Lean and Lethal Podcast?
The first episode of Lean and Lethal Podcast was released on Feb 12, 2025.
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