Gymcastic: The Gymnastics Podcast

World Championships! It's happening. Competition starts on the 30th, and we're here with our mega-preview of everything we’re excited about Top 10 Things to Watch: We're counting down the top 10 storylines heading into worlds, including Simone's quest for history, the Women In Their 30s revolution, the United Nationals Summit on Amazing Bars, the best tricky boys, and all the shrinking Ds Olympic Qualification Test: Spencer puts Jessica's rule-retention skills to the test with a quiz on how athletes qualify to the Olympics from this competition Women's Finals: Who are the top medal contenders, who are the most exciting performers, and who are the potential disruptors for event finals? How Simone feels about an Amanar these days. Our Coverage From Worlds: Podcast coverage at Worlds starts on Thursday Sept 28th after the first day of women’s podium training and will include a total of 10 podcasts from the competition We'll have tons of videos coming your way from podium training – top routines, interview

U.S. World Team Trials  Jessica is in Texas watching live. Spencer is at home watching the stream. Here's how to ask questions live. We discussed: The teams!!! Worlds: Simone Biles, Skye Blakely, Shilese Jones, Joscelyn Roberson, and Leanne Wong. Traveling Replacement Athlete: Kayla DiCello Pan Ams: Jordan Chiles, Kayla DiCello, Kaliya Lincoln, Zoe Miller, Tiana Sumanasekera. Individual Qualifier: Katelyn Jong. Non-Traveling Alternates: Alicia Zhou, Eveylynn Lowe, Nola Matthews. The real reason Jade Carey isn't on the Pan Ams roster (she's heading to the Swi$$ Cup) The difference between artistry and execution. Scott Bregman joined the show to provide his insights, including his extra time with Simone. We create our lineups. We discuss who might get a bobble on our World Controversy tree next year. Jessica shares some of the conversations she had with the coaches and athletes. And of course, everything you couldn’t see on the FlipNow live stream that happened in the gym    Here’s how our event coverage w

U.S. World Team Trials  Jessica is in Texas watching live. Spencer is at home watching the stream.  Here's how to ask questions live. We discussed: The weird day of falls for Simone and the official word from the FIG on her vault value Why Shilese got such a low score (for her) on bars and what connection bonus was lost What Jade Carey's coaches said about the vault situation Who we think is a lock for the World team and highest scoring team The strange E scores on floor especially Josc vs Kaliya The spectaculars of Kaliya Lincoln and Leanne Wong Katelyn Jong injury and what Laurent yelled to Jordan Chiles before her last pass The wins! DiCello changed her beam skills and Josc added back her single bar release. What events we'd ask gymnasts to do if any, on day two And of course, everything you couldn't see on the FlipNow live stream that happened in the gym Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We continue our conversation exclusively wit

Team Controversy Season has arrived and this year, Canada is hosting Why isn't Shallon Olsen with her big vault score not on the team We revisit that year Mai Murakami was left off the Japanese World team to help all those who commemorate CSI Szombathely : speaking of controversy, we discuss what happened to Eddie Penev on vault in when the wrong board was put in for him The injuries to Nina Derwael (BEL), Elisabeth Seitz (GER) and  reigning beam World Champion Watanabe Hazuki (JPN) what that means for their respective countries and Olympic hopes Italian Championships! Manila Esposito's beam, Elisa Iorio's AA return, and are we rethinking Italy's team medal chances? Thoughts on countries naming six team members and waiting to decide the alternate until the last second Plus, the gymternet news, the dumpster fire news, and your feedback on vault versus floor skill difficulty, sting mat deductions, podium training styles, and differentiating a switch full from a tourjete half. JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join C

Time to gym nerd out with us in the deepest of deep dives because Steve Butcher knows all the things. in our second interview with the former International Gymnastics Federation  MTC President and FIG Sports Director we discuss: What exactly happened at the Tokyo Olympics when Simone Biles coach ran over to him remove Simone from the mee. The new FIG rules Simone's Tokyo health struggle inspired His thoughts on the FIG decision to open the door for Russia in Paris Judging pommel horse at the the 2012 Olympic Team Final; the Kohei dismount controversy What happened at the 2012 Olympics when US head coach, Mazeika asked about changing the US mens team final lineup Judging bias evaluation and what the data showed after Tokyo Fujitsu robot judging, how it started and what's to come for gymnasts The future of World Championships from site selection to qualifying to reducing costs Proposed changes to the next Code of Points Why men have more opportunities for medals than women in artistic gymnastics Leaving the FI

Simone wins her 8th national title: What routines are we adding to the Simone highlight reel? We discuss Shilese Jones and Leanne Wong recording their best results of this Olympic cycle—as well as the injury Jones is dealing with The women's AA podium was older than the men's AA podium! Progress, and a couple bad looks, from USAG this week The deal with floor scoring and the biggest nerd headlines from nationals Who is MORE likely and who is LESS likely to make Worlds after this meet Reviewing our biggest questions from the preview: Did we learn anything? Asher Hong and Colt Walker both won the men's competition (we'll explain) as we discuss selection of the men's Worlds team and our highlights from the weekend Plus, the investigation into Tom Farden, which defending champions won't be at Worlds, and other gymternet news JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes episodes. Club Gym Nerd members get access to all of our exclusive extended interv

Simone Biles is an eight time all-around national champion! Reigning Olympic all-around champion, Sunisa Lee, was fantastic on beam. Shilese Jones proved once again why she is top in the world.  Jordan Chiles rallied but Jade Carey finished much lower than expected. Leanne Wong was consistent and clean throughout. We discuss Kayla DiCello, Skye Blakely, Josc Roberson, Kaliya Lincoln and more! We talk about what happened on the floor, follow up on the great beam mat debacle and discuss what the athletes and coaches had to say after the meet. We went live right here on this page Sunday, August 27th after the final senior women's competition. Here's how to ask questions live. Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We continue our conversation exclusively with our Club members. 3. What if I want to hear the rest of it and all the years of bonus content and interviews? All you have to do is Join the Club. LOGIN FOR BONUS CONTENT CHAMPIONSHIPS LIV

Immediate analysis after Day One of Women's! Simone Biles is in first place with a 9.8 E score on vault! Shilese Jones placed second in a beautiful comeback performance after 10 months off. Jade Carey had a bummer vault and beam day and is down in 19th. Jordan Chiles all the way up to 5th.  Leanne Wong looks better than ever in 4th.  Skye Blakely continues to prove herself on every event for third. We'll talk about Kayla DiCello, Josc Roberson, Kaliya Lincoln and Tiana Sumanasekera too. Plus news from the men's competition, junior highlights and shenanigans you didn't see on TV. We went live right here on this page Friday August 25th after the first day of senior women's competition. Here's how to ask questions live. We discussed what happened on the floor and what the athletes and coaches had to say. Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We continue our conversation exclusively with our Club members. 3. What if I want to hear the rest of it

Immediate analysis after women's podium training! We discuss: Sunisa Lee and updates on her health Simone Biles and her advice to her team Li Li Leung's response to Simone Biles being called a "gold medal token" and if she will rule out any states for the future training and wellness center. The return of World all-around silver medalist Shilese Jones, and junior Jayla Hang. Jade Carey attempted a stage dive mat assassination Watching Jordan Chiles work through a vault block issue until it was perfected The rise of Leanne Wong Kayla DiCello's body armour Skye Blakely vault potential Josc Roberson's examples of how camp is healthier than the olden days Kaliya Lincoln's new floor skill Zoe Miller being hilarious We recorded this live on Wednesday August 23rd after senior women's podium training. Here's how to ask questions live. Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We continue our conversation exclusively with our Club members. 3. What if

THIS SATURDAY 26th - GYMCASTIC LIVE IN SAN JOSE WITH AIMEE BOORMAN 2023 NATIONALS It's the national championship this week! We discuss Why this is the golden age for US gymnasts and gymnerds alike What is at stake for Simone in this meet, and is it anything at all? What counts as a good score in 2023? What do you need to score to make a team? Suni for AA? What events might we see from her 3 weeks post-Classic The 2023 debut of Shilese Jones and realistic expectations for her competition Carey vs Roberson? Blakely vs Chiles? It's a generational clash! Other big questions including Leanne Wong and difficulty scores, Zoe Miller and bars, and Kaliya Lincoln's meteoric rise The race to make the national team is going to be tight Plus, gymnasts you need to watch because of BEAUTY, along with the big storylines of the men's competition JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes episodes. Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and s

GYMCASTIC LIVE IN SAN JOSE WITH AIMEE BOORMAN Kaliya Lincoln is here! Jessica talks to the breakout star of US Classic, who tied for second on floor and won the hearts of gym nerds everywhere: Her close relationship with Olympic Champion Gabby Douglas What it's like to be at camp with Simone Biles and compete to the deafening roars of the crowd when she's in the arena. Working out with World Champion, Skye Blakely and being trained by Carly Patterson's coach Getting better after rehabbing from osteochondritis dissecans diagnosis in her knee Advice on how to get credit on a switch half Training a triple double and debuting a secret skill at Championships San Jose Her favorite changes at national team camp and plans for study at LSU 2024 Code Changes! We run through the most important new rules heading toward the 2024 Olympics, who is personally victimized by them, and who they benefit Plus, gymternet news on Vanessa Ferrari, sponsorships, NCAA coaching movements, and more JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gy

The 2023 US Classic taught us many lessons, including: Simone is the GOAT of both gymnastics and quotes Kidneys are optional! The Olympians are facing real challenges to their thrones Plus, the meat is good, the art is good, owning your own gymnastics is good, and not showing Kaliya Lincoln was NBC's loss Heading to championships, we look at who is under pressure to deliver a big competition, which elements are cursed and must be removed, and the possible problems an all-around based selection process would cause JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes episodes. Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and see some of the gymnastics we discuss, plus get access to all of our exclusive interviews and Behind The Scenes episodes. Buy our awesome clothing and gifts here Ge and even "tapestries" (banners perfect to display in an arena) to support your favorite gymnast here. RELATED EPISODES & RESOURCES 2023 US Classic Preview B

Our immediate reactions after watching Simone and Suni! Sunisa Lee, Simone Biles, Jade Carey, Jordan Chiles, Leanne Wong, Kayla DiCello, Skye Blakely, Kaliya Lincoln and Tiana Sumanasekera! We went live after the second session of senior women's competition concluded. Here's how to ask questions live. We discussed everything  on the floor and what the athletes, coaches and judging system (re Simone's new vault D score) had to say afterward. Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We then say goodbye and continue our conversation exclusively with our club members. 3. What If I want to hear the rest of it? All you have to do is Join the Club. LOGIN FOR BONUS CONTENT  Not a member? Join here. Not sure if you are ready to join? Watch College & Cocktails week one for free here. CHAMPIONSHIPS LIVE SHOW TICKETS  RELATED EPISODES & RESOURCES US Classic Preview 2023 Core Classic Start Lists One Year to Paris Behind The Scenes: Australia  Gab

Our immediate reactions after Senior Women! Melanie de Jesus Dos Santos, Josc Roberson, Zoe Miller, Addison Fatta, Nola Mothers and Mylie Lew! We went live with SPOTTY INTERNET (SORRY!), Saturday August 5th after the first session of senior women's competition concluded. Here's how to ask questions live. We'll discuss everything trained on the floor and what the athletes had to say afterward. Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We then say goodbye and continue our conversation exclusively with our club members. 3. Q: What If I want to hear the rest of it? All you have to do is Join the Club. LOGIN FOR BONUS CONTENT  [wcm_nonmember]Not a member? Join here. Not sure if you are ready to join? Watch College & Cocktails week one for free here.

Our immediate reactions after podium training! Our first look at Olympic All-Around Champions Simone Biles and Sunisa Lee! We went live Friday August 4th after senior women's podium training. Here's how to ask questions live. We discussed everything trained on the floor and what the athletes had to say afterward, including the squabble about petitioning to World Verification Camp. Here’s how our event coverage works: 1. We give everyone the main headlines in the first 10-15 minutes. 2. We then say goodbye and continue our conversation exclusively with our club members. 3. What If I want to hear the rest of it? All you have to do is Join the Club. LOGIN FOR BONUS CONTENT  Not a member? Join here. Not sure if you are ready to join? Watch College & Cocktails week one for free here

It's starting! The US elite summer is here! Simone is back! We have a lot to get through. Simone is competing for the first time in two years. What are we most excited about? What do we expect to see from her at this meet? Plus, thoughts on the significance of Simone continuing to compete. Suni: Does she REALLY have to get a 2-event score at this meet if she wants to compete at nationals and worlds? We have the answer from USAG. Other major storylines including the Carey/Roberson difficulty race on floor, Jordan Chiles living her best life, Melanie De Jesus Dos Santos bestowing her excellence, beam specialist opportunities, Zoe Miller's bars, Leanne Wong's empire of execution and bows, and more We have THREE (count 'em 3) Club Member episodes coming to you from Classic: After women's podium training and media time conclude on Friday (~noon CT) After both women's senior sessions on Saturday, which finish at 3pm CT and 9pm CT! Keep an eye on the socials for updates on exact times. The first 10-15 minutes of t

The FIG has opened a pathway for Russian and Belarusian athletes to compete in 2024 and (potentially) qualify to the Paris Olympics. We discuss what standards could be used to determine which athletes, if any, are eligible, and what this reveals about the FIG's motives US Classic news: The schedule for US Classic has been changed, as has the US women's qualifying score for nationals. What's up with that? Plus, an update on the saga of Heath Thorpe not being named to the Australian team for worlds One Year to Paris It's time for an Olympic check-in! With one year to go to the opening ceremony, we discuss our general excitement level, our hopes and dreams, our NBC requests, and the biggest questions on our minds—which inevitably becomes a conversation about who can make the US team Gymternet News and Feedback Responses to our She Was Robbed! and Gymnastics' Dumbest Rules episodes feature Mo Huilan, Simone's floor music, and skill repetition rules JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gi

THE KIMS: What are all the elements named after Nellie Kim in the code of points? Who actually performed them first and when/what competition? Did Nellie Kim ever perform them, and when did she perform them for the first time? When did she name them after herself? This is our commission giveaway episode! We gave away a full commissioned episode to one randomly drawn Club Gym Nerd member, and the winner was Inga, who really came through and commissioned an episode on: The Nellie of it all Who is Nellie Kim, and how did she become one of the most powerful people in gymnastics? Why does she have 7 skills named after herself in the Code of Points, and when did that happen? The badass revelation that was her vaulting in 1976 Skill-by-skill: We take each of the Kims in turn: which ones are totally legit (at least one! Potentially some!), which ones reflect the hustle of a winner, which are just the most brazen attention grabs, and which are just the silliest The Playlist Kim I Kim II Kim III Kim IV Kim V Kim V

We are posting some of our weekly Behind The Scenes Q&A live podcast is for Club Gym Nerd members because Jessica lost her voice from squealing too much about Gabby. Here's how to ask questions live. We discussed: Everything about the Gabby Douglas official return announcement! No, literally everything -- start values skills, her competition strategy, how she could petition to Classic, how she can do the World Cup circuit and only go to camp once, how to avoid national team camp all together if she doesn't want to ever go to camp etc. etc Spencer explains Gabby's Ling vs a Bi/Ono bars turn National Team Camp scores and start values Simone Biles's all-around domination and which vaults she's competing. Who got hit hardest on scoring E score drama Extrapolating an all black Olympic team from camp results (full scores on our website) To continue the conversation, just login to  your Club Gym Nerd account.  Not a member? Join here. Not sure if you are ready to join? Watch College & Cockta

The US camp roster featuring Simone Biles, Trinity Thomas's elite return, Chuso dropping out of Worlds, Iordache not coming back, Eli Seitz continuing to dominate, and more. American Classic We begin by gushing about Melanie de Jesus dos Santos's  beam routine and why it might be the best one she has ever done Kayla DiCello returns to elite competition for the first time since NCAA Myli Lew took the all-around title with one of the top bars scores in the US this year Amelia Disidore said AMPLITUDE The juniors are going to be OK—floor routines from Aki Tanda and Reese Esponda Gymternet News Russia and Belarus have been cleared to compete at Asian Games. What does that mean for gymnastics? Plus, the Livvy Fund, dream Worlds hosts, and more from around the gymternet JOIN CLUB GYM NERD Join Club Gym Nerd (or give it as a gift!) for access to weekly Behind the Scenes episodes. Club Gym Nerd members can watch the podcast being recorded and see some of the gymnastics we discuss, plus get access to all of ou