The Macro Lounge Podcast
By Chris Bold and Rachel Mead
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Episodes: 51
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🎙️ Welcome to The Macro Lounge Podcast
Your backstage pass to the world of bodybuilding and bikini competition. Hosted by Chris Bold, Head coach of Team Bold Physique and Rachel Mead of Accentuate Bikinis, this podcast dives deep into everything from prep and posing to post-show rebounds.
Whether you're a seasoned athlete, first-time competitor, coach, or just curious about what goes on beyond the tan.
💪 Real talk about training, nutrition, mindset & stage prep and suits
🔥 Tips, Q&As and hot takes
Subscribe and join us as we flex, learn, and laugh our way through the sport we love.
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Wedding Dress Shopping vs Bikini Prep: Is Rachel's Big Day Just Another Show?
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Jul 12, 2026 |
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What Judges Are Actually Looking For in Bikini - Ep 23 Season 2
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Jul 05, 2026 |
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Don't Wait to Feel Ready - Confidence, Body Image & the Photo Shoot ft. Peter Morris Ep 22: Season 2
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Jun 28, 2026 |
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Where Does the Bikini Bodybuilding Industry Actually Make Its Money? | Ep. 21 Season 2
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Jun 21, 2026 |
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Viva la revolution!! The Criteria Hasn't Changed (And Other Lies Bodybuilding Tells Itself) - S2 E20
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Jun 14, 2026 |
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FOMO Is Costing You More Than You Think - Episode 19 | Season 2
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Jun 07, 2026 |
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ICN Great Lakes Classic 2026: Full Show Recap | Episode 18 Season 2
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May 31, 2026 |
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Across the Federation Lines with Brenda McDonell ICN New Zealand President | Episode 17 Season 2
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May 24, 2026 |
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Competition Season Wrap Up - NZ Shows, New York Pro & Fit Model Firsts | Episode 16 Season 2
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May 17, 2026 |
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Glam Under Pressure with Aleksandra Horton | Episode 15 Season 2
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May 10, 2026 |
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Are You Actually Coachable? | Episode 14 Season 2
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May 03, 2026 |
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Don't Be A Dick Part 2: Relationships in Prep | Episode 13 Season 2
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Apr 26, 2026 |
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The PED Talk Nobody Wants to Have (But Everyone Needs) - Episode 12 Season 2
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Apr 19, 2026 |
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Injured in Prep? Here's What You Actually Need to Do! Episode 11 Season 2
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Apr 12, 2026 |
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Sponsorship in Bodybuilding: What It Really Costs, What It Really Gives You🎙️ Episode 10 | Season 2
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Apr 05, 2026 |
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More Isn't Better - Better Is Better: Rethinking How You Prep - Episode 9 Season 2
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Mar 29, 2026 |
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The Arnold Classic Breakdown + Prep Brain Chaos | Ep. 8 - Season 2
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Mar 22, 2026 |
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Sean "Sully" Sullivan: Military, Muscle and the OCB | Episode 7 Season 2
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Mar 15, 2026 |
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Maria Reym: Life After Competing - Episode 6 Season 2
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Mar 08, 2026 |
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Genetics vs Hard Work! Episode 5 - Season 2
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Mar 01, 2026 |
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Feedback: The Skill That Separates Good Athletes From Great Ones - Episode 4, Season 2
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Feb 22, 2026 |
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The Off Season: Where Prep Is Actually Won - Episode 3 - Season 2
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Feb 15, 2026 |
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Posing is not optional - Episode 2 - Season 2
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Feb 08, 2026 |
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Fit Model Chaos, Olympia Changes, and What 2026 Has in Store - Episode 1 - Season 2 is here!
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Feb 01, 2026 |
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Episode 26: The Macro Lounge Season One Finale - Sparkles & Lessons!
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Dec 19, 2025 |
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Episode 25: Becc Gwilliam on Posing, Judging and Building the Australian Posing School Empire
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Dec 12, 2025 |
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Episode 24: Dr Susan Baxter, PHD on Bodybuilding, Burnout and Building Systems
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Dec 05, 2025 |
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Episode 23: Calling Out the Bullsh*t in Supplements | ft. UglyFace New Zealand
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Nov 28, 2025 |
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Episode 22: Reverse Dieting & Recovery: What Really Matters After Your Show
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Nov 21, 2025 |
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Episode 21 — Posing, Mindset & Stage Confidence with Allie Waddell (Spotlight Society)
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Nov 14, 2025 |
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Episode 20 — ICN Oceania & Tournament of Champions Recap | Season Wrap-Up + Pro Wins 👑
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Nov 07, 2025 |
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Episode 19: NZIFBB 2025 Naturals & Nationals Recap | Who Earned Their Pro Cards?
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Oct 31, 2025 |
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Episode 18 — ICN 2025 Nationals Recap | Rachel’s DOUBLE PRO Win, Bikini Judging Trends + Backstage Chaos 🏆👙
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Oct 24, 2025 |
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Episode 17: Olympia Controversy, Judging Trends & A Near-Death Experience 😅
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Oct 17, 2025 |
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Episode 16: The Journey from Regional to Nationals
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Oct 10, 2025 |
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Episode 15: NZIFBB Joe Ulberg Classic (Wellington) — Natural & Regional Wrap Up
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Oct 03, 2025 |
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Episode 14: NZIFBB Auckland Champs Recap
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Sep 26, 2025 |
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Episode 13: ICN South Island Classic Wrap Up
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Sep 19, 2025 |
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Episode 12: Motivation vs Discipline
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Sep 12, 2025 |
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Episode 11: What is Prep - REALLY?
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Sep 05, 2025 |
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Episode 10: Imposter Syndrome in Bodybuilding
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Aug 29, 2025 |
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Episode 9: First Timers, Tanning & Show Day Survival
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Aug 22, 2025 |
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Episode 8: The REAL Price of Competing
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Aug 15, 2025 |
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Episode 7: BONUS ICN Hawkes Bay Show Wrap up 2 August
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Aug 12, 2025 |
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Episode 6: So You Want to Compete? Here's What You Need to Know First
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Aug 08, 2025 |
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Episode 5: Picking the Right Coach (And Being Coachable)
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Aug 01, 2025 |
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Episode 4: Choosing the Right Bikini – Cuts, Colours & Chaos
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Jul 25, 2025 |
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Episode 3: Choosing Your Federation – IFBB, ICN & More
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Jul 18, 2025 |
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Episode 2: Should You Compete?
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Jul 11, 2025 |
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Episode 1: Who Are We & Why Are We Here?
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Jul 04, 2025 |
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Welcome to The Macro Lounge
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Jun 23, 2025 |