The past week has been full of new information on what we can expect in 2025. The World Fitness Project revealed the structure of its planned competitive season for the new year and CrossFit released details of the Community Cup. Sean, Tommy and Lauren tell us what they like about each one, what may be a problem, and what questions they still have that need to be answered.

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The latest CrossFit documentary was released last week, and it didn't take long for it to hit the top of the charts. Sean, Tommy and Lauren give a quick review of Fittest on Earth: Final Showdown in Madtown. Pat Vellner joins the show to talk about CrossFit's response to the closing of the investigation into Lazar Djukic's death, why the PFAA made certain demands, and where things may go from here.

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Two-time fittest woman on Earth Katrin Davidsdottir is calling it a career. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about her career highlights and the legacy she leaves behind. CrossFit has finally released the documentary from the 2023 CrossFit Games. So, what took so long? Two competitions take center stage this coming weekend. FitFest and the Dubai Fitness Championship will have eyes on them for different reasons. Plus, the PFAA responds to CrossFit after the organization announced the close of the investigation into the death of Lazar Djukic and the subsequent changes being made.

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CrossFit is constantly varied, and it turns out so is the Games season. The speculation is over as we now know what the 2025 season will look like. Sean, Tommy and Lauren summarize the changes and talk about what stands out to them. Carolilne Lambray, coach and partner of Jeff Adler sits down with Tommy Marquez to give her thoughts on the season changes. Finally, the crew asks and tries to answer the question, "Do we even need the CrossFit Games anymore?" 

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The third party investigation into the death of Lazar Djukic is over, but plenty of questions remain in the aftermath. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss the changes CrossFit is planning on implementing moving forward, the lack of transparency, and where the sport goes from here.

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Babywatch has officialy come to an end! Tommy Marquez is a dad. He gives us a recap of the last week of his life as he and his wife Tiffany welcomed their new son Miles to the world. Fresh off her win at the Rogue Invitational, Tia Toomey is getting ready to give HYROX a try. The PFAA is working on electing a new Board of Directors. And speaking of Rogue, Sean and Tommy recap the competition that took place last weeken in Aberdeen, Scotland.

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The Rogue Invitational will be Brent Fikowski's final competition. Sean, Tommy, and Lauren discuss The Professor's decision to call it career, what legacy he leaves behind, and what he's still looking to accomplish. We finally know most of the events the CrossFit athletes will face at the Rogue Invitational. Plus, we preview this weekend's competition in Scotland with another edition of "Buy or Sell."

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A potential rival to the CrossFit Games has emerged. What exactly is the World Fitness Project and who is behind it? We almost had a new super team on the scene. Sean and Tommy talk about the social media post that had the internet buzzing. More Masters athletes are facing penalties for failing drug tests, and one of them has been here before. Plus, Lauren and Tommy sit down with th defending Rogue Invitational Strongman Champion Mitch Hooper. "The Moose" talks about his diverse athletic background, how he got into strongman, and what he's looking forward to seeing in Scotland next week.

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The Rogue Invitational is just two weeks away and we may have gotten a sneak peek at a new piece of equipment. Sean, Tommy and Lauren talk about that as well as the new broadcast features Rogue is rolling out this year.

If you want to be part of the CrossFit Games team, now's your chance! CrossFit is hiring. What could a specific job's availability mean for the upcoming season?

And speaking of the upcoming season, is it possible that the 2025 season could be conducted mostly online? The crew discusses the rumors swirlilng around about that very possibility.

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We know more about the injury that is putting Roman Khrennikov on the shelf until next season. There were some sudden and unexpected changes to the qualifying process for the Dubai Fitness Championship. Some athletes earn a nice little pay day at an up-and-coming offseason competition while another event is set to take center stage Down Under.

Sam Belliveau recently won her 4th title of Strongest Woman in Canada and is getting ready to make her first appearance at the Rogue Invitational in November. She holds the world record in the dumbbell press with 2 reps at 185 pounds at the 2024 Arnold Strongwoman Classic. She talked with Lauren and Tommy about the opportunity to compete in Scotland at Rogue and how she and her fellow competitors are growing the sport of strongwoman around the world. 

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Roman Khrennikov is shutting it down for the rest of the year. Sean, Tommy and Lauren discuss his decision to withdraw from the Rogue Invitational and Dubai Fitness Championship. Lucy Campbell finally gets back on the competition floor, and a CrossFit power couple gives Hyrox a try.

Plus, it's been two months since the tragic death of Lazar Djukic. The crew gives what they know about the latest in the investigation and discuss when they think we need to get answers.

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