The Strong New York Podcast
Being STRONG is more than just how much weight you can lift.
Kenny Santucci
Show overview
The Strong New York Podcast has been publishing since 2024, and across the 2 years since has built a catalogue of 88 episodes. That works out to roughly 85 hours of audio in total. Releases follow a fortnightly cadence.
Episodes typically run thirty-five to sixty minutes — most land between 46 min and 1h 6m — though episode length varies meaningfully from one episode to the next. None of the episodes are flagged explicit by the publisher. It is catalogued as a EN-language Health & Fitness show.
The show is actively publishing — the most recent episode landed 1 weeks ago, with 32 episodes already out so far this year. Published by Kenny Santucci.
From the publisher
Being STRONG is more than just how much weight you can lift. The Strong New York Podcast is dedicated to inspiring you to become your strongest self- in the gym, in business, in relationships and in life. Join Kenny as he sits down with his strong as fuck buddies and shoots the shit on what it takes to be strong willed, strong minded and physically strong. Season one features everyone from entrepreneurs and local business owners to doctors and industry leaders in the fitness and wellness space. With over a decade of experience, Kenny Santucci has made himself known as one of New York City’s top trainers and a thought leader in the health and wellness industry. After transforming his life at 15 years old through fitness, Kenny made it his mission to transform the lives of those around him. Kenny has trained some of Hollywood’s biggest stars, including Jon Bon Jovi, Liev Schreiber, and Frank Ocean, and has been tapped as a fitness expert sharing his training approach with Men’s Health, Men’s Journal, Runner's World, SHAPE, Well+Good, among other publications. Kenny is the creator of STRONG New York, NYC's only Health and Fitness Expo. Strong New York is an immersive day of workouts, wellness experiences, panel discussions, and inspiring conversations with the best in-class wellness professionals, industry leaders, and change makers who are sharing their expertise on today's hottest wellness trends and first-hand experiences on how to optimize your overall health and life. You can find Kenny at The Strength Club, his private training and group strength training facility in the heart of Manhattan located on 28th and 5th Ave in New York City.
Latest Episodes
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Dr. David Rabin: The Neuroscience of Learning, Safety & Why Gen Z's Brains Are Struggling
Can Caffeine & Nicotine Actually Make You Smarter? with Dr. David Putrino
Running 4,600 Miles Across the Sahara, 18 Months in Federal Prison & 33 Years Sober with Charlie Engle
The Future of Clean Caffeine with Richard Mumby, CEO of Wip Energy
The Man Who Invented Personal Training: Body by Jake
He Went from Corporate Finance to Exposing the Fitness Industry's Biggest Trends - Jake Heyen
The Man Who Wants to Change Sports Forever - Christian Angermayer, Founder of the Enhanced Games
From #1 Ranked Fighter in the World to Flat Lining in a Hospital: Mark Kerr
He Spent 13 Years Building the Brand You Just Discovered - Sam Nebel, Co-Founder of Goodwipes
He Won $5 MILLION on MrBeast's Beast Games — Here's What Tyler Lucas Did Next
Against All Odds: Steve White's Journey of Resilience and Recovery
Dr. Pat Davidson on Bodybuilding, PEDs, SARMs, Training, and Health
Noah Syndergaard on New York, Tommy John Rehab, Biohacking, and Life After Baseball
Peptides, Hormones and Longevity with Ashley Madsen
Ep 72Astaxanthin Explained: Longevity, Heart Health & Bioavailability with Dave Watumull
This week on the Strong New York Podcast, host Kenny Santucci interviews David Watumull, co-founder and CEO of AX3 Life, a longevity company focused on helping people perform at their best for longer. Dave explains the science behind inflammaging — chronic inflammation linked to aging — and how AX3’s bio-pure astaxanthin is designed to address it at the source.Kenny and Dave discuss why astaxanthin is emerging as a foundational daily nutrient for longevity, supporting cognition, heart health, endurance, recovery, and skin and eye health. Dave also breaks down how it works in the body, the growth of research in this space, and clinical findings related to oxidative stress and LDL.They also explore the history of astaxanthin, the challenges of building awareness in the longevity category, and practical details including dosing, packaging, and pricing. A thoughtful conversation on performance, recovery, and the future of longevity science. 00:00 Podcast intro and guest00:25 First look at astaxanthin00:52 How to take it and feel it01:21 Why the pouch packaging02:16 Cellular benefits explained04:00 Research and safety proof05:45 Origin story and setbacks08:10 Marketing and investor hurdles10:51 Elevator pitch and daily stack13:30 Where it comes from and extraction16:41 Awareness and education challenge19:24 Growth channels and target users24:03 Advocates and NIH lifespan study27:23 Where the brand goes next27:48 Astaxanthin with Omega-3s28:53 LDL and Heart Risk31:03 Inflammation and hsCRP32:00 Origin Story and Mission35:55 Dosing and Expectations37:28 Cost and Value Debate39:34 Bioavailability Comparison40:35 Vision for Mass Adoption42:02 Workout Routine and Community46:05 Skin and Exercise Benefits48:26 NAD and Mitochondria50:11 How to Take It Daily51:09 Travel and Fitness in Hawaii53:32 Wrap Up and Where to Buy
Ep 71Comedian, Andrea Lopez on Humor and Health
This week on the Strong New York Podcast, Kenny Santucci is joined by comedian, impressionist, actress, and media host Andrea Lopez. Andrea gained national recognition as a semi-finalist on NBC’s Bring The Funny and has built a following of over 700K fans, with her viral Kourtney Kardashian TikTok surpassing 15 million views. She also co-hosts the Big Wigs Podcast.Kenny and Andrea discuss why more comedians are turning to fitness to manage anxiety, depression, and the mental grind of stand-up, as well as the importance of real community and connection in a post-pandemic world. Andrea also shares how her multicultural background and social media presence helped shape her career, her evolving goals from SNL to writing and producing, and what it takes to navigate internet fame.00:00 Welcome and Guest Intro00:28 Comedians and Fitness01:52 Nicole and Community04:55 Pandemic Connection06:29 Roots and Culture10:17 Comedy Dark Side13:00 Fitness Journey and Cities14:34 Mexican Food Debate16:50 Impressions Origin Story20:22 Career Goals and Writing24:25 Comedian Rankings Game29:31 Conspiracies and Comedy32:11 Social Media Hustle33:48 Legos to Content34:29 Vulnerability Sells35:30 Viral Fitness Absurdity37:21 Comedy Grind Stories40:34 Political Correctness45:00 Offense and DMs46:23 Skipping the Super Bowl48:17 NYC Restaurants Rant50:15 Where Else to Live55:38 Sunshine vs Winter56:44 Impressions Showcase01:01:24 Names and Identity01:04:42 Italian Identity Wrap
Ep 70The Evolution of Daria Berenato- Athlete, Wrestler, Trailblazer
This week on the Strong New York Podcast, host Kenny Santucci is joined by Daria Berenato — actress, former WWE Champion, MMA fighter, and media host. After a groundbreaking WWE career that included championship success and leadership roles as Raw and SmackDown General Manager, Daria returned to wrestling television with TNA Wrestling on AMC as authority figure The S.U.I.T., Daria Rae. She also serves as an executive partner and commentator with Invicta FC and co-hosts the podcast Unwrapped.Kenny and Daria discuss her journey from a competitive multi-sport athlete in South Jersey to discovering MMA, training at a time when women’s combat sports were far less mainstream, and her experience on Tough Enough, which led to her signing with WWE despite early elimination. She shares lessons learned from other talents in the industry, reflects on leaving WWE after 10 years to pursue acting and producing, and opens up about embracing her sexuality and the support she’s received from the LGBTQ+ community.00:00 Women in Combat Sports00:53 Podcast Intro and Guest01:23 Daria Name Origins02:36 South Jersey Roots03:31 Wild Gyms and Money Talk05:04 Philly Food and Cheesesteaks06:10 Jersey Shore Life and Real Estate10:07 From Team Sports to Fighting11:01 Inspired by Gina Carano12:41 First MMA Gym Initiation14:35 Proving Herself in Tournament16:07 Wrestling Roots16:48 Women Rising18:39 Jiu Jitsu Proof19:23 Divas Revolution20:39 Tough Enough22:10 Money Reality24:17 Raw Debut25:33 Backstage Mentors27:31 Character Evolution28:55 WWE To TNA30:41 Coming Out Story34:48 Fans And Kids36:24 Pump Session Wrap