Shows
The Above Average PodcastThriving in Law School with Alecia PetrikisAlecia joins us for her 3rd episode to tell us about being a law student at the University of Pittsburgh, how law school works and finding her own path.
2025-08-2258 minThe Above Average PodcastBecoming Your Best Self with GianCarlo LiesGianCarlo Lies has founded multiple 7-figure businesses. He joined us to tell about his journey of self improvement as it relates to his relationship with himself, business, and all other aspects of life.
2025-07-301h 20The Above Average PodcastHow Intentional Breathing Can Change your Life with Hannah SchlegelHannah Schlegel is a co-owner of the new wellness studio MindFuel Method located in the Strip District of Pittsburgh PA. We discuss all things related to breathing, breath-work and how it can improve and be implemented into your day to day life.
2025-07-161h 13The Above Average PodcastPrioritizing Health & Fitness in Grad School with Anindya MahajanAnindya is in graduate school at Carnegie Mellon University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. We discuss staying fit with a seemingly endless workload and more.
2025-07-021h 01The Above Average PodcastHearing the Crowd Chant your Name with Eric Dick of the Pittsburgh RiverhoundsEric Dick is in his 8th year as a professional goalkeeper in the United States. Beginning in college at Butler and now being in his second year with the Pittsburgh Riverhounds. We talk everything from goalkeeping to Pittsburgh to rollercoasters at Cedar Point .
2025-06-181h 11The Above Average PodcastTransitioning from the Military to Entrepreneurship with Tony InnamoratoTony Innamaorato is a a veteran of the Navy and now the Owner of Tower Software and Services LLC. We discuss his transition from being in the military to becoming a business owner and all the life lessons learned along the way.
2025-06-0449 minThe Above Average PodcastNature's Place in Pittsburgh with Calvin FeaginsCalvin Feagins is a former Pittsburgh Park Ranger, now environmental scientist working in the oil and gas industry. He is also an avid nature photographer with his instagram @biota_in_frame amassing over 30,000 followers.
2025-05-211h 11The Above Average PodcastGet Hot, Reduce Your Risk of Dying Early with Matt Schwartz - MindFuel MethodMatt Schwartz is the co-founder of Mindful Method, a social wellness studio, located in the Pittsburgh's Strip District. We discuss cold plunges, saunas, contrast therapy, breath work and more.
2025-05-071h 05The Above Average PodcastCoaching National Champion Divers with Heath CalhounHeath Calhoun is the head coach of the highly decorated Clarion University (Now known as Penn West Clarion) Diving team and the host of The Diving Pod.
2025-04-231h 09The Above Average PodcastOpening A Boutique in Pittsburgh with Hannah SchneiderHannah Schneider is the owner of the women's clothing boutique Luxe Nouveau in Pittsburgh's Lawrenceville neighborhood.
2025-04-091h 00The Above Average PodcastMarketing Big Brands like Maker's Mark and Truly with Devon ColebankDevon Colebank is the Director of Marketing for the DeShields Restaurant group. He also has several creative personal projects that he works on in Pittsburgh, PA.
2025-03-2656 minThe Above Average PodcastMaking Trades Attractive with Carmen SwaseyCarmen Swasey is an entrepreneur whose endeavors have ranged from coffee to designing and building outdoor spaces.
2025-03-1258 minThe Above Average PodcastSkin Care for Dudes with Shannon MastersonShannon Masterson is a PA and works at the Skin Center in Pittsburgh PA. We talk sunburn, skincare, aesthetics and Ethan's bad experience with gummy bears.
2025-02-261h 13The Above Average PodcastStarting a Business Using Drone Photography with Kyle JenningsKyle Jennings is the founder of Steel City Visuals, a company that utilizes drone photography as well as other mediums to capture the perfect shot for their clients.
2025-02-1257 minThe Above Average PodcastScaling Your Turo Business with George MaddenGeorge Madden is the largest Turo host in Pittsburgh and the founder of Car Rental Coach, a consulting business that will help you scale your Turo business.
2025-01-291h 05The Above Average PodcastGetting a Soccer Scholarship in America with Harrison SzepHarrison Szep has gained TikTok fame in the city of Pittsburgh. We discuss his time in Pittsburgh and his business, an agency that helps international athletes find the right college soccer program.
2025-01-151h 13The Above Average PodcastHow to get Millions of Views on YouTube with Aaron WatsonAaron Watson is the CEO of Piper Creative, a company that handles the shooting, editing and publishing of quality content so you don't have to. Aaron also has a successful YouTube channel (@AaronWatsonGeo) with over 150,000 subscribers.
2025-01-011h 13The Above Average PodcastStarting A Run Club with Dan LampmannDan Lampmann is the founder of Yinz Run Club, a weekly run club with a following of thousands.
2024-12-181h 04The Above Average PodcastIs My Chiropractor a Quack with Justin FoltzJustin is an entrepreneur who started his own chiropractic practice in Pittsburgh, PA.
2024-12-041h 29The Above Average PodcastBuilding a Brand with Frank Michael SmithFrank Michael Smith is creator and entrepreneur with over 4 million followers across all social media platforms. He tells captivating stories centered around sports. Tune in to hear more about Frank's story and what's coming next.
2024-11-171h 00The Above Average PodcastDo Calories Really Matter with Devon the DieticianThe Above Average Podcast welcomes Registered Dietician with Case Specific Nutrition, Devon Kroesche.
2024-10-271h 06The Above Average PodcastThe Relentlessly Above Average Podcast CollaborationComing to you from our new studio, The Above Average Podcast collaborated with The Relentless Project to showcase our brand new space.
2024-10-131h 18The Above Average PodcastBuilding a Network Through Podcasting with Eric DillmanIn episode 19, Will and Ethan talk with Eric Dillman, the host of the Pro Series Podcast.
2024-09-2250 minThe Above Average PodcastLosing 85 Pounds and Running Races with Ian GilbertIan Gilbert is a Marshall Fitness client who has lost 85lbs over the past year. He tells his story starting with a hospital visit during the pandemic to smashing his goals and running 5ks.
2024-09-081h 09The Above Average PodcastFinding Success When Your Back is Against the Wall with Nick GeyerNick Geyer is a former wrestler and current Master General Manager at Globe Life Insurance.
2024-08-181h 03The Above Average PodcastMoney Management - Basic Rules to Handle Your Finances BetterIn this episode, Ethan and Will discuss a taboo topic, money. From debt to investing and more, they'll talk about their own experiences and things they've learned from some of the leading voices in personal finance.
*Information in this episode is for educational purposes only. This is not financial advice.*
2024-08-041h 04The Above Average PodcastFinding Health with Functional Mushrooms with Michelle ParraIn the 15th episode of The Above Average Podcast, Will and Ethan sit down with owner and founder of Indigo Tonics, Michelle Parra.
2024-07-141h 17The Above Average PodcastWorking Your Way Up to the UFC with Taylor CahillThe Above Average Podcast welcomes former Division 1 wrestler and combat sport athlete, Taylor Cahill.
2024-06-301h 18The Above Average PodcastResilience Is The Key to a Long Career with Jon BuschIn the 13th episode of The Above Average Podcast, Ethan and Will sit down with 21 year pro and current assistant/goalkeeper coach for the Pittsburgh Riverhounds, Jon Busch.
2024-06-161h 16The Above Average PodcastGoing Deep on Photography with Cameron BrezeWill & Ethan welcome Cameron Breze, a former athlete, currently rugby player and photography extraordinaire.
2024-06-021h 06The Above Average PodcastMaking Life Long Friends on The Bachelorette with Tanner CourtadWill & Ethan welcome Tanner Courtad, trainer from Walk At Home and contestant on Season 20 of The Bachelorette and Season 9 of Bachelor in Paradise.
2024-05-191h 03The Above Average PodcastCoaching and CrossFit with Gabe TrbovichWill & Ethan talk with the owner of CrossFit Athletics, a gym located in the Southside neighborhood of Pittsburgh, PA.
2024-05-051h 06The Above Average PodcastBuilding A Brand with Ryan Tuttle - Underdog ApparelIn episode 9 of The Above Average Podcast, Will and Ethan talk with founder of up and coming apparel brand Underdog, Ryan Tuttle.
2024-04-2144 minThe Above Average PodcastLife After College Gymnastics with Alecia PetrikisIn episode 8 of The Above Average Podcast, Ethan and Will welcome back Alecia Petrikis, former Pitt gymnast.
2024-04-0745 minThe Above Average PodcastStarting Your Own Dating Show with Hannah PhillipsEthan & Will sit down with Hannah Phillips to discuss some different projects she's been working on. Hannah is going to be releasing her own dating show.
2024-03-1759 minThe Above Average PodcastFinding Identity After the Military with Callie ForbesIn this episode, Ethan & Will talk with veteran, recruiter and now influencer, Callie Forbes.
2024-03-031h 03The Above Average PodcastFitness AI with Andy GroveIn this episode, Ethan and Will talk with Andy Grove, Founder of the up and coming POSE fitness app.
2024-02-1858 minThe Above Average PodcastLeadership & Imposter SyndromeIn this episode, Will & Ethan discuss imposter syndrome and being in positions of leadership.
2024-02-0451 minThe Above Average PodcastBeing a Good Person with Ish LopezIn this episode, Will & Ethan welcome Ish Lopez. They discuss jiu jitsu, supplements and what it means to be a good person.
2024-01-291h 03The Above Average PodcastHow to Get your Fitness Routine Started - and Common Obstacles Along the Way.Ethan and Will discuss getting started on a fitness routine, maintaining that routine and common obstacles along the way.
2024-01-2950 min
The Above Average PodcastThe Above Average Podcast - PilotIn episode one of the second season of the Above Average Podcast, we introduce Ethan Merritt as the new co-host of the show. We discuss Ethan's background in fitness, sports, and more.
2024-01-1148 min