IRON OGs
Hosted by IRON OGs
Two veteran pro bodybuilders, Armon Adibi and King Kamali, host unfiltered discussions and interviews about the world of competitive bodybuilding.
This is a raw, 'inside baseball' talk show for the hardcore bodybuilding community. The hosts, both veterans from a different era of the sport, either interview current pros or hold roundtable discussions with other 'OGs'. They frequently contrast the 'old school' mentality of their time—focused on intense rivalries and gym grit—with the modern, social media-driven landscape.
“The show's edge comes from the hosts' unfiltered, 'old school' perspective. They are unafraid to critique modern competitors, question judging, and share candid stories from their careers, positioning themselves as the blunt, truthful voices in the sport.”
Who hosts this show
IRON OGs is hosted by professional bodybuilder, NPC judge, and diet coach Armon Adibi, alongside retired IFBB Pro King Kamali, known for his posing and outspoken personality. They offer an insider's perspective on bodybuilding, covering topics from contest prep and training to industry politics and history. The show bills itself as the 'ONLY transparent podcast out there,' promising honest, no-holds-barred conversations.
Credentials & credits
- Armon Adibi: Professional Bodybuilder, NPC Judge, Contest Prep Coach for over 20 years.
- Armon Adibi: Dietician/Nutrition Coach with an associate's degree.
- King Kamali (Shahriar Kamali): Retired IFBB Professional Bodybuilder.
- King Kamali (Shahriar Kamali): Bachelor of Science in Exercise Physiology from George Mason University.
Other ventures
- Armon Adibi: CEO of Adibi Army (coaching and supplements).
- Armon Adibi: Author of "Geared Up".
- King Kamali: Personal trainer and contest prep coach.
What kind of podcast
When new episodes drop
- 01Big Jo Speaks: Is He Bodybuilding’s Next Mass Monster?Jun 26, 2026 · 1h 03m
- 02Is Samson Unbeatable? + Can Jo Palacios Actually Beat Nick Walker?Jun 23, 2026 · 1h 28m
- 03HE HAD THE PHYSIQUE… SO WHAT HAPPENED?Jun 19, 2026 · 1h 08m
- 04Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About Behrooz Tabani?Jun 16, 2026 · 1h 10m
- 05Stan McQuay Exposes Bodybuilding’s Wild Party DaysJun 12, 2026 · 1h 04m
- 06Is Nick Walker the Last True Mass Monster?Jun 9, 2026 · 1h 15m
- 07🧠 The Fitness Industry Is Ignoring Mental HealthJun 5, 2026 · 3 min
- 08Fake Coaches. Fake Friends. The Truth About Bodybuilding.Jun 5, 2026 · 1h 13m
Notable episodes
- 01HE HAD THE PHYSIQUE… SO WHAT HAPPENED?
A deep-dive interview with Steve Kuclo, a bodybuilder many thought had championship potential, analyzing why his career didn't reach the absolute peak. It's a prime example of the show's reflective and analytical style.
- 02Big Jo Speaks: Is He Bodybuilding’s Next Mass Monster?
Features the signature 'shot for shot' segment where King Kamali has guest Jo McNeil compare himself pose-by-pose to his rival, showcasing the show's unique, confrontational interview format.
- 03Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About Behrooz Tabani?
A classic roundtable episode where the hosts and guest Melvin 'Marvelous One' Anthony critique modern posing and lament the loss of on-stage rivalries, highlighting the show's 'old school vs. new school' theme.
- 04Money, Respect & Fallout: Kamal Tells All on IRON OGs
An explosive interview where coach Kamal Elgargni details his professional split with top bodybuilder Andrew Jacked, showcasing the podcast's access to timely, inside-the-industry controversies.
What you'll be asked on this show
As co-hosts, Armon Adibi and King Kamali create a dynamic, conversational interview space, often with guests they have a long history with. They typically open by exploring a guest's origin story or a current, timely topic. King Kamali often spearheads the more confrontational lines of questioning, such as his signature 'shot for shot' segment where he asks a guest to compare their physique pose-by-pose against a rival. They probe for self-assessment, asking about weaknesses and career-best moments, and frequently incorporate questions from the live chat, making the interview interactive. The closing often focuses on legacy and advice for the next generation.
The format alternates between guest interviews and panel discussions with other bodybuilding veterans. The hosts often use video clips of competitors to initiate critiques and debates. The tone is highly informal and conversational, frequently contrasting the past and present eras of the sport.
Questions IRON OGs keeps coming back to
13 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when IRON OGs reaches for it.
origin
1- Q.01
“Tell us a little about you, where did you grow up and how did you get into bodybuilding?”
This is a frequent opening question to establish a guest's backstory and origins in the sport.
mindset
1- Q.01
“What do you consider your weakness?”
The hosts ask this to elicit a moment of self-reflection and candidness from elite competitors.
controversy
2- Q.01
“Let's go shot for shot: who has the edge in the [specific pose], you or your rival?”
King Kamali's signature segment, used to create a direct and confrontational comparison between competitors.
- Q.02
“Why is everyone in bodybuilding so nice and in cliques now?”
This question is used in panel discussions to contrast the perceived lack of rivalries today with the hosts' era.
personal
2- Q.01
“What's the biggest misconception people have about you?”
This question is used to give the guest a chance to address public perception or rumors directly.
- Q.02
“What do you hope people say about you in 20 years?”
A closing question designed to get the guest thinking about their long-term legacy in the sport.
industry
1- Q.01
“What do you think about the evolution of bodybuilding? Are the current guys better?”
A recurring question that taps into the show's central theme of comparing bodybuilding eras.
process
2- Q.01
“Why does a top pro bodybuilder still need a coach?”
After discussing a guest's own coaches, this question explores the value of outside perspective at the elite level.
- Q.02
“What kept you from pushing the limit with chemicals?”
Asked to guests known for a more conservative approach, this question explores their philosophy on health and longevity.
advice
1- Q.01
“What's the best advice you have for the new generation coming up?”
This is a common closing question, leveraging the guest's experience to provide value to aspiring athletes.
craft
1- Q.01
“Do you consider your look at [X competition] your best ever?”
This prompts a guest to self-assess their own career highlights and peak physical condition.
future
2- Q.01
“Will [coach] make [competitor] better for the Olympia?”
A forward-looking question asked to get specific predictions on the impact of major coaching changes.
- Q.02
“If you don't win this show, will you do another one to qualify?”
This question seeks to clarify a competitor's immediate future plans and contingency strategies.
Signature segments
- · King Kamali's 'Shot for Shot' pose-by-pose breakdown
- · Roundtable discussions with other 'OG' bodybuilders
- · Contrasting the 'magazine era' with the 'social media era'
- · Using video clips to critique modern competitors
- · 'Rapid Round' of quick-fire questions
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
Guests are typically current or former IFBB professional bodybuilders, elite coaches, and other industry insiders who can speak from firsthand experience about the highest levels of the sport.
- Jo 'The Machine' McNeilon Big Jo Speaks: Is He Bodybuilding’s Next Mass Monster?
- Steve Kucloon HE HAD THE PHYSIQUE… SO WHAT HAPPENED?
- Marvelous One (Melvin Anthony)on Why Isn’t Anyone Talking About Behrooz Tabani?
- Stan McQuayon Stan McQuay Exposes Bodybuilding’s Wild Party Days
- Sebastian Zonaon Fake Coaches. Fake Friends. The Truth About Bodybuilding.
- Kamal Elgargnion Money, Respect & Fallout: Kamal Tells All on IRON OGs
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The show's 'transparent' and 'unfiltered' branding appeals to sponsors who want to align with authenticity and a hardcore, no-nonsense bodybuilding audience. Sponsors noted include supplement companies and meal prep services, suggesting a direct-to-consumer focus on dedicated fitness enthusiasts.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
Pitch IRON OGs
People also ask
- Who are the hosts of IRON OGs?
- The hosts are Armon Adibi, a professional bodybuilder and NPC judge, and King Kamali (Shahriar Kamali), a retired IFBB pro known for his posing and personality.
- What is the show's format?
- The show alternates between long-form interviews with guests (usually current or former pro bodybuilders) and roundtable discussions where the hosts and other veterans analyze the state of the sport.
- Is this podcast still active?
- Yes, based on the recent episode dates, the podcast releases new episodes multiple times a week.
- Where can I listen to IRON OGs?
- The podcast is available as a video show on the IRON OGs YouTube channel.
- What kind of topics do they cover?
- They cover all aspects of professional bodybuilding, including contest prep, physique critiques, industry drama, rivalries, coaching, and the differences between the hosts' era and today's sport.
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Sources & how this page was built
This page is AI-assisted, grounded in the public sources cited below, and host-verifiable. We publish facts only; we do not republish transcripts. If anything here is wrong, the host can claim and correct the page above.Model: gemini-2.5-pro · high confidence
- [01]Shahriar Kamali - Greatest Physiquesgreatestphysiques.com
- [02]Bodybuilder & Fitness Coach - Armon Adibiarmonadibi.com
- [03]King Kamali - Age, Bio, Family | Famous Birthdaysfamousbirthdays.com
- [04]Armon Adibi - - Wikitiawikitia.com
- [05]IRON OGs YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [06]King Kamali - Alchetron, The Free Social Encyclopediaalchetron.com
- [07]Meet Armon Adibi | Bodybuilder, nutrition coach (dietitian) and owner of 2 supplement companies - SHOUTOUT DFWshoutoutdfw.com
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