The Superhero Strength Podcast

Ep63- Giacomo Farci [Corona Virus Diary- April 2020]

Apr 12 • 68 min

It’s been a tough few weeks for the entire world as most countries have entered into complete lockdown. This week on the show, I catch up with Giacomo Farci (Trainer of Mark Strong) to talk about how things are going for him over in London during this…

Ep62- Andrew Lutomski [Thor Of Oz]

Mar 4 • 64 min

This week I am joined by Andy Lutomski. Andy is a cosplayer and trainer, well known around Australia for his amazing portrayal as Marvel’s, Thor! We talk about his own fitness journey to him discovering cosplay and all about staying #accountable to…

Lunch With Jimbo: The Best Movie Scene’s Of The 2010’s

Feb 12 • 18 min

Well it’s a new year and a new decade. So let’s rank my top 5 most memorable movie scenes of the last 10 years. Hang out and have lunch me with, Jimbo, and let’s talk about whatever comes to mind for the day.

Ep61- Mike Gincel

Feb 2 • 77 min

On this episode I am joined by Mike Gincel. Mike is a Cosplayer who has been on his very own amazing Superhero transformation, having lost over 85 pounds of bodyfat over the course of last year. At it’s core, this is what the Superhero Strength Podcast is…

Lunch With Jimbo Too Afraid To Make YouTube Videos

Jan 24 • 16 min

Share your lunch with me! Talking about whatever comes to mind at the time! There are days where I am absolutely crippled by my fear of putting stuff out there on the internet. whether I it be YouTube, podcast, or social media. I’m either afraid that my…

Lunch With Jimbo Happy New Year, My Country Is On Fire!

Jan 12 • 11 min

It’s been hard to be excited about the new year while my country has been burning! please give what you can to one of these charities that are working to help us fight and survive this bushfire crisis. Red Cross: https://www.redcross.org.au/campaigns……

Lunch With Jimbo: The Pressure For More Internet Content

Jan 10 • 12 min

Welcome to the first episode of a new project of mine “lunch With Jimbo”. Hang out and have lunch me with, Jimbo, and let’s talk about whatever comes to mind for the day. Comment below guys and let me know what you want to talk about!

Ep60: Your Guide To The Holiday Season

Dec 2, 2019 • 72 min

Christmas and the holiday period is now upon us once again! James & Giac catch up once again to talk about getting yourself through the many christmas parties and gatherings that always seem to occur at this time of year and how you can stay in control of…

Ep 59: Listener Questions with Giacomo Farci

Nov 6, 2019 • 69 min

This week Giacomo Farci returns to the podcast to help answer listener questions. Giac is a London based trainer who works with many high level business exec’s, film producers and actors, including Mark Strong.

Ep58 Giacomo Farci [Trainer Of Mark Strong]

Oct 16, 2019 • 65 min

This week Im joined by trainer and author, Giacomo Farci. Giac is a London based trainer who works with many high level business exec’s, film producers and actors, including Mark Strong. We talk about Giac’s training and lifestyle principles that he…

Ep57- Dave Lea Returns [Stunt Double For Michael Keaton’s Batman]

Sep 12, 2019 • 73 min

This week, Dave Lea returns to the podcast! Dave is best known for his amazing martial arts work in Hollywood, working as a stunt double, stunt coordinator and fight choreographer on some of the biggest action films of the 90’s. Dave is also very well…

Ep56: Dave Lea [Batman Stunt Double For Michael Keaton]

Aug 21, 2019 • 118 min

This episode has been a long time in the making and Im so excited to be able to get it to you guys! This week I am talking with Dave Lea. Dave is best known for his amazing martial arts work in Hollywood, working as a stunt double, stunt coordinator and…

Ep55: Confessions Of A Superhero Dad Part 2

Aug 1, 2019 • 50 min

It’s been a year since I recorded my first “Confessions Of A Superhero Dad” Episode (Episode 41). So I wanted to give you guys an update on how I have been handling my superhero training over the past year since becoming a proud Dad. Talking all about how…

Ep54: Jenel Stevens [Marvel Superhero Stunt Double]

Jun 13, 2019 • 47 min

On this episode I get to chat with trainer, martial artist, actor and stunt woman, Jenel Stevens! It’s amazing to have a look down the list of project’s that Jenel has worked on via her IMDB page, including roles such as a member of the Dora Milaje and…

Ep 53: Thomas Taylor Returns! [Trainer of the cast of ‘Arrow’]

Mar 27, 2019 • 62 min

On this weeks episode, Thomas Taylor of T3 Athletics returns to the podcast! Tom is the trainer of Stephen Amell from the CW TV series Arrow and has trained almost the entire cast of the show and helped them get into phenomenal superhero shape! We talk a…

Ep 52: Michael Knight Returns! [Trainer of Chris Hemsworth]

Mar 8, 2019 • 119 min

On this episode Michael Knight, the former trainer of Chris Hemsworth returns to the podcast. Mike takes us through 2 of his group training classes and explains his training principles along the way. These are the same principles that helped Mike…

Ep51: Jerry Peacock [Quest Of The Muscle Nerd]

Feb 6, 2019 • 68 min

This week I got to catch up with Jerry Peacock from the upcoming documentary “Quest Of The Muscle Nerd”. We talk all about the making of the film and Jerry’s quest to put on the first ever Bodybuilding/ Cosplay competition at DragonCon, Atlanta. A really…

Ep50: David Higgins [The Physical Therapist of Superheroes]

Jan 18, 2019 • 42 min

Welcome to Episode 50 and the first episode of 2019!! To kick off the new year I am catching up with the physical therapist & trainer to some of Hollywood’s top Superhero Actor’s, David Higgins! We talk about his experience’s working on different film…

Ep49: Dr Phil Goglia [Nutritionist Of The Avengers!]

Dec 17, 2018 • 49 min

On this episode I got to chat with one of the world’s leading nutritionist’s, Dr. Phil Goglia, who also happens to be the main nutrition consultant for the Marvel Cinematic universe!! Listen in as we nerd out on food and how it can help you in your own…

Ep48- Superhero With A Day Job! [Sticking to your transformation when you have a 9-5]

Dec 2, 2018 • 30 min

How do you stay on track with your superhero transformation when you work a 9-5? Today we cover this very thing! Stick around because it may just help you out! For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au…

Ep47: A Tribute To Stan Lee

Nov 19, 2018 • 30 min

This week we pay tribute to the late great Stan Lee. Talking all about this great man and how he shaped many of our lives…….. Nuff Said!! For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au Follow me on all the…

Ep46: Eddie Davenport [Stuntman for Hugh Jackman]

Oct 19, 2018 • 103 min

On this week’s episode I am chatting with stuntman and actor and really cool dude, Eddie Davenport. We talk all about Eddie’s transformation from being the overweight funny guy into a superhero and scoring the job of being the stunt double for Hugh…

Ep45: Question & Answers!

Oct 4, 2018 • 70 min

This week is the long awaited, long anticipated, long teased Q & A! Today I answer your questions. Talking everything from my favourite comic books, to what my thoughts are on supplements. Geek stuff, training stuff, nutrition stuff, a few rants here and…

Ep44-:Grant Roberts [Trainer of Zachary Levi]

Sep 12, 2018 • 63 min

This week on the show I got to chat with one of Hollywood’s top trainers, Grant Roberts! Grant is the man responsible for helping to whip ‘Chuck Bartowski’ himself, Zachary Levi into superhero shape to play DC’s ‘SHAZAM’! Grant and I go deep on his…

Ep43: Talking about Kevin Smith’s transformation

Aug 28, 2018 • 37 min

This week I want to about the recent incredible body transformation that indie/ geek film director and podcaster and comic book writer, Kevin Smith recently achieved. Let’s talk a bit about what he did to dramatically transform himself and drop over 50lbs…

Ep42: Comic Con 2018 & a tribute to Jon Schnepp

Jul 30, 2018 • 30 min

This weeks episode is dedicated to the sweatiest of the sweaty nerd’s Jon Schnepp. The geek community lost one its greatest sons and I want to pay tribute to the very well known director of the documentary, “The death of Superman Lives, What Happened?”…

Ep41: Confessions of a superhero Dad

Jul 16, 2018 • 44 min

On this week’s episode I wanted to catch up with you guys and talk about my recent experience of joining the illustrious DAD CLUB! I talk about how much the whole experience has changed me and my overall lifestyle. I’m also talking about what I’ve been…

Ep40: Mario Donato [Trainer of the ‘Wonder Woman’ Cast]

Jul 6, 2018 • 60 min

On this episode I get to chat with Mario Donato. Mario was the on set trainer for the Amazons in ‘Wonder Woman’! This was a great conversation where we talked all about his experiences as one of the few men who are allowed onto the hidden island of…

Ep39 : Interview on Under The Capes Podcast

Jun 29, 2018 • 45 min

I recently had the privilege of being interviewed by Host Tim Ludy on the ‘Under The Capes Podcast’. This is a really great show where Tim speaks with people who have created a geek/ nerd inspired brand. I wanted to share this interview with you guys for…

Ep38: Richard Louis [Trainer of Paul Rudd]

Jun 21, 2018 • 73 min

This week I get to nerd out with Richard Louis, the Trainer who helps get Paul Rudd into Ant Man condition! We talk all about Richards Origin story from moving from the Caribbean all the way to New York, his bodybuilding career and how he overcame injury…

Ep37- Michael Knight PART 2 [Trainer of Chris Hemsworth]

Jun 1, 2018 • 78 min

This week its round 2 with Michael Knight. We go into greater depth on Mike’s training principles and Mike tells the awesome story of how he came to work with Chris Hemsworth and what they did to transform him into the Mighty Thor. Some truly amazing…

Ep36: Michael Knight PART 1 [Trainer of Chris Hemsworth]

May 11, 2018 • 78 min

This week I am lucky enough to be joined by Michael Knight. Mike was instrumental in Helping Chris Hemsworth transform his physique for the very first Thor Film. This episode is going to go a bit differently and will be part one of a two. On this episode…

Ep35: Dante Bonner [Training programs vs Workouts]

May 1, 2018 • 80 min

This week I am catching up in the “studio” with one of my good friend’s, Dante Bonner. Today’s episode is more of a hang out session and also one of the main reason’s that I got into podcasting to begin with, which is to have fun chatting with friends…

Ep34: Andrew Deutsch [Nerdstrong Gym]

Apr 13, 2018 • 58 min

Today Im chatting with the founder of Nerdstrong Gym, Andrew Deutsch. Nerdstrong is a gym created especially for us nerds (as the name would suggest!) where you don’t just go to “workout”, but actually to go on amazing quest’s or adventures. One day you…

Ep33 - Your Superhero Journey- Year One; Month Two

Mar 31, 2018 • 25 min

Today’s episode follows on from episode 30 and is the second month in the ‘YEAR ONE’ series. This is for anyone in their first year of their superhero journey, using the advice given from many of the Superhero creator’s that I have talked with on this…

Ep32- Steve Ramsbottom [Trainer of Hugh Jackman]

Mar 8, 2018 • 49 min

This week I am lucky enough to chat with Hugh Jackman’s former trainer, Steve Ramsbottom. Steve worked with Hugh to help get him in to shape for his roles as Wolverine in ‘X-Men 2’ , ‘X-Men 3’ and Van Helsing! We have a really interesting conversation…

Ep 31: Hayden Wilson [Why wait to be great?]

Mar 3, 2018 • 77 min

This week I got to chat with the coach of coaches, Hayden Wilson. Hayden is a business coach, podcaster, speaker and published author. I have known Hayden for a few years now and he has actually been instrumental in my own personal & professional…

Ep 30: Your superhero journey-Year One; Month One

Feb 16, 2018 • 23 min

Today’s episode is actually a little bit different and will be part of a monthly series of episodes where I give you my thoughts & recommendations on how to go about your first year of training to build your superhero body. If you are new to training or…

Episode 29: Yousif Mahdi (Trainer of Tom Holland)

Feb 7, 2018 • 43 min

This week on the show I am joined by Yousif Mahdi from ‘YMKPT Personal Training’. Yousif and I talk about the training methods he used with ‘Spiderman’ actor, Tom Holland in helping him to build up his physique for his role as the webcrawler in ‘Captain…

Episode 28: Jimbo’s Top Ten Movies Of 2017!

Jan 18, 2018 • 44 min

Welcome to 2018 everyone! I’ve had a few week’s off over the holiday period, but now Im back and chatting with you guys about transforming yourself into a superpowered beast of a human being! This episode is really just me having a conversation with you…

Episode 27: Ramona Braganza

Dec 23, 2017 • 52 min

This week I got to catch up with one of the top Superhero trainers working in Hollywood, Ramona Braganza. Ramona has worked with an incredible roster of Superhero actors. Halle Berry, Jessica Alba, Jessica Biel, Tom Welling, Zoe Saldana, Anne…

Episode 26: The Star Wars Christmas Special

Dec 14, 2017 • 25 min

For the last 3 years Christmas has meant two things for me. Catching up with family & friends for a great time….. and STAR WARS!!! The last Jedi Came out yesterday, so I give you my brief thoughts on the movie. NO SPOILERS! So Don’t worry! Afterwards I…

Episode 25: Justice League And The Secret Sauce

Dec 8, 2017 • 25 min

Today I want to shoot the proverbial Sh*t with you guys. I give some of my thoughts on the justice league movie plus I also want to talk to you today about the secret sauce AKA supplements. This episode is best listened to while drving to work one morning…

Episode 24- Rehan Jalali (Nutritionist for Ben Affleck)

Dec 1, 2017 • 48 min

The podcast episode Gotham deserves! This week I am joined by top Nutritionist, Rehan Jalali. Rehan has been working alongside some of Hollywood’s biggest stars and helping them get into shape for their film roles including a couple of guys you may have…

Episode 23: Naqam Washington (Trainer of Charlie Cox / Daredevil)

Nov 16, 2017 • 61 min

This week I got to geek out hard with Naqam Washington! Naqam is the Personal Trainer responsible for helping Superhero Actor Charlie Cox to transform his physique in the Netflflix/ Marvel series ‘Daredevil’. We talk all about their training process and…

Episode 22: Interview on The Transformed Man Show

Nov 7, 2017 • 48 min

Welcome to episode 22! This week on the show, I want to share with you guys the recording from a recent podcast that I was a guest on, The Transformed Man Show with Sean Nicholas. I still cannot believe there are people out there who want to hear my take…

Episode 21: Quit hitting the reset button

Oct 25, 2017 • 34 min

I am calling this the mobile edition For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au Follow me on all the socials… Intagram: superhero_strength twitter: superhero_jimbo facebook: Superhero Strength: James…

Episode 20: Brad Bose (Trainer of Robert Downey Jr.)

Oct 1, 2017 • 60 min

How do you get a genius, billionaire, playboy, philanthropist into superhero shape? This week on the show I am joined by Brad Bose! Brad has been the trainer of Robert Downey Jr. since way back in 2007 when Robert was first cast as Iron Man. Brad explains…

Episode 19: Kris Gethin

Sep 22, 2017 • 68 min

What goes into creating a Bollywood Superhero? This week I’m catching up with Kris Gethin! Kris is already a real life superhero, but he has also helped to create them by inspiring hundreds of thousands (maybe even millions!) Of people around the world to…

Episode 18 : Roy Hanford (The Fit Project)

Sep 15, 2017 • 65 min

This week on the show I am talking with Roy Hanford from the Fit Project. Roy is Co-founder of the training studio ‘The Fit Project’, located in Brunswick, Melbourne. What’s different and really cool about Roy and the Fit Project team is that they help…

Episode 17: Jeff Baitinger & Rich Fitter (Superpowered Nutrition)

Sep 9, 2017 • 63 min

Today we are tackling the world of nutrition and sports suplements as I speak with the owners/ founders of ‘Superpowered Nutrition’, Jeff Baitinger & Rich Fitter. Listen in on our conversation as we talk about the current state of the nutrition and…

Episode 16: Hugh Robinson (Building an unstoppable Superhero mindset)

Aug 31, 2017 • 51 min

I had the pleasure of chatting with performance & productivity coach, Hugh Robinson. We talked about how his heroes journey began in Bristol where he sold all of his stuff and moved to Thailand and how that completely transformed his life and set him on a…

Episode 15: Ben Mudge (Building superhero strength through adversity)

Aug 25, 2017 • 73 min

This week I had an amazing chat with one of Britains best trainer’s, Ben Mudge. But he’s also known as…… THOR, of Asgard! Listen as Ben and I talk about training and how to build a physique worthy of the God of Thunder. We go deep into Ben’s origin story…

Episode 14: Bobby Holland Hanton [Stuntman For Chris Hemsworth)

Aug 10, 2017 • 39 min

Today on the show I am chatting with Superhero stuntman Bobby Holland Hanton. Bobby has become one of the main stuntmen in Hollywood and has been the stunt doubles for guys like Chris Hemworth, Chris Evan’s, Christian Bale, Chris Pine (All of the main…

Episode 13: Comic-Con 2017 & Building Strength Through Repetition

Jul 27, 2017 • 26 min

Today I am talking all about Comic-Con 2017 and the awesome news and trailers that came out about the upcoming superhero movies. Then I move on to talk about developing your superhero strength through repetition and why you need to keep going, even if you…

Episode 12: Thomas Taylor [Trainer of Stephen Amell)

Jul 21, 2017 • 65 min

Today was a HUUUGE episode chatting with Superhero Creator, Thomas Taylor- Owner of T3 Athletics in Vancouver, Canada. If you just happen to be starring in a big deal Superhero TV show set in the CW Network’s “Arrowverse”. Then Tom is the man you go to…

Episode 11: Craig Preisendorf [The Superhero Maker]

Jul 14, 2017 • 59 min

Today I am chatting with ‘The Superhero Maker’ Craig Preisendorf. We talk about transforming your body with ketogenic dieting, finding the right training program and nutrition plan for you based on YOUR OWN personality type. Craig also gives some amazing…

Episode 10: The Spiderman Movies & Impossibly Ridiculous Goals

Jul 7, 2017 • 44 min

Today we break down all 5 Spiderman movies in honour of the upcoming “Spiderman: Homecoming”. (0:00-20:00) Then I talk about why you need to set yourself ridiculously impossible sounding goals that people will make people laugh at you! (20:00-44:00) For…

Episode 9: Control Speed & Time Like The Flash!

Jun 29, 2017 • 36 min

Today I geek out over the transformers movie and Generation 1 series and why I WONT be going to see “Transformers 5: The last knight”. (0:00-12:45) Then I give you my top ten steps in how to develop your superpowers for controlling speed and time just…

Episode 8: Rewire Your Brain’s normal operating system

Jun 22, 2017 • 33 min

Today we talk about the Fitness Business Summit in Melbourne, Victoria and why you need to surround yourself with those who lift you UP and not bring you DOWN. (0:00-07:40) I give my thoughts on the recent Wonder Woman movie. (07:40-17:00) Finally i talk…

Episode 7: Adam West Tribute & Facing Fears

Jun 15, 2017 • 31 min

Today we pay tribute to the late great Adam west, (2:20-10:00) Then I talk about the season finale for The Flash-Season 3 and give my thoughts. WARNING: SPOILERS!! (10:00-20:00) Finally I talk about about facing your fears head on and doing the things…

Episode 6: Building a Superhero Mind

Jun 11, 2017 • 10 min

A superhero is nothing without their mental strength & endurance. Today we discuss easy strategies you can take to build a bullet proof mindset For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au

Episode 5: How long is this going to take?

Jun 11, 2017 • 10 min

Are you hoping that your total transformation from mere mortal to Superhero is only going to take 12 weeks? Let’s talk about that…. For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au

Episode 4: Are you taking too many supplements?

Jun 11, 2017 • 11 min

Are you wasting all of your hard earned money on bodybuilding/ fat loss supplements? Have you noticed much difference apart from lighter wallet? For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au

Episode 3: Why are you still weak?

Jun 11, 2017 • 6 min

Be honest, are you stronger today, than you were on the day you started? If the answer is NO, you need to listen to this episode! For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au

Episode 2: Superhero’s do the hard stuff, is that you?

Jun 11, 2017 • 6 min

What makes a hero Super? They don’t back away from the hard stuff? Is that you? Or are you still cruising in the easy lane? For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au

Episode 1: Why early mornings are awesome

Jun 11, 2017 • 6 min

Sure, early mornings suck…. But here’s why they may be awesome for you! For more information on how you can become a superhero Check out www.superherostrength.com.au