RISING TO THE TOP IN ARM WRESTLING | Ft. DEVON LARRATT

ON THIS EPISODE, BRIAN IS JOINED BY DEVON LARRATT, WIDELY CONSIDERED TO BE ONE OF THE GREATEST ARM WRESTLERS OF ALL TIME. THEY DIVE INTO DEVON'S REMARKABLE CAREER INCLUDING HIS SERVICE IN THE CANADIAN SPECIAL FORCES, HIS LEGENDARY MATCHES, AND THE UNIQUE TRAINING REGIMES THAT HAVE MADE HIM A WORLD CHAMPION. THEY ALSO DISCUSS BRIAN JOINING THE SPORT AND WHAT IT WILL TAKE FOR HIM TO DO WELL. DEVON HAS PLAYED A HUGE ROLE IN EXPOSING THE SPORT OF ARM WRESTLING TO A MUCH BIGGER AUDIENCE AND HAS HELPED THE SPORT GROW IN MANY WAYS.
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[@shawstrengthpodcast]

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[@jordancardona9221]

BE GREAT!

[@bele28]

Brian.. after this interview I respect your brain as much as your strength.. such a pleasent person.. make sure you keep having fun.. its not just about winning.. its about beeing a great human being. Stay wise and humble.. God bless both of you and all in general. Lets be bros and have fun first.. with respect and love to eachother as human beings and then everyone wins every time.

[@dirkoechsle66]

Dear Brian, is it possible to get your supplements in Germany too? Keep it up and all the best, Dirk

[@2bb-2]

You should be selling whatever chairs you're sitting in. There are chairs on Earth that can hold you for hours while you do a podcast, and they don't need to instantly be replaced. This is marketable sir. I'm big, and I could use advice from other big dudes that actually have money and time to buy chairs and figure out which ones are legit.

[@danecowan3062]

Your such a genuine guy, your product must be legit!

[@Frederik_672]

Devon is the reason armwrestling is so big today.

[@youtubeconnollyfamily]

He said he needs to take a break because he has been so freaking active, and he told Travis to step in for a bit😂

[@natanluisp]

Engin enters the chat:

[@orezutic4685]

not solely Engin is a rising force of arm wrestling, East vs West was unheard of

[@arncj18]

good joke, you must've been born after the last rain

[@rleonekc07]

100%

[@hughjanus3562]

grandma has so much aura for never losing to Devon

[@KaninTuzi]

HER AURA EXTENDS BEYOND THIS ROOM

[@altair227]

Yeah so do Levan.

[@oxygenashvili_]

@@KaninTuzi very technical

[@wesleyb1458]

Yes it’s like we can feel her aura as the story is told

[@samkim7892]

G-ma still owning Devon through Levan

[@QuaintAxe]

It’s almost aggravating how humble Devon is. “A guy who likes to arm wrestle” as his introduction and he’s been on the most elite military operating team for most of his adult life. You can just trust a guy that doesn’t fluff himself in anyway.

[@WeDoGamingDaily]

He is a killer in every aspect. Crazy killer spirit. And so humble and such a family guy. Very incredible.

[@Dmgolfer22]

And people buy into the character he plays hyping a match and say he needs to be humbled lol. 😂

[@albertlevins9191]

The good news is for his fans. After everyone finishes throwing shade... Devon usually wins. I dig it.

[@Jc-ks5lx]

Devon is a one in a generation type of guy.

[@DrewBahr]

Most Armwrestlers are super humble

[@Ben-vr6dm]

Literally just scrolling for more Brian arm wrestling content and this drops, both icons 🙏

[@Papaspronator]

Heck yeah!

[@jeffmacarthur9722]

Amen. As a big old Canadian Devon and Mitch Hooper are doing us proud!🤣🇨🇦💪

[@Yewzir]

😂💯

[@MikeYork-bn1mt]

*TRUMP 2024*

[@KonkreetAlbow]

rip levan

[@WeDoGamingDaily]

Do you ever do normal shit like go to the store?

[@danypell2517]

@@WeDoGamingDaily wtf

[@WeDoGamingDaily]

@@danypell2517 yeah i understand how it looks lol but im heavy into armwrestling and this guy is everywhere all at once, no hate intended.

[@Pilkie101]

Doesn't that mean you're everywhere too? 😅​@WeDoGamingDaily

[@Papaspronator]

@@WeDoGamingDailyRIP grocery store.

[@JohnnyCarterMusicOfficial]

This is EASILY the greatest crossover in Sports History. It's like Michael Jordan teaching Tom Brady how to play basketball !

[@lamefart]

They really played pickup though. Lol

[@dolphin082]

No it's even better

[@JohnnyCarterMusicOfficial]

@@dolphin082 yeah armwrestling and strongman is defo cooler than throwing a ball 😅😭

[@peacockmusicpage]

No. Just. No.

[@MikeYork-bn1mt]

I love all of my White brothers and sisters. May God bless us all.

[@davesharpe2752]

I went to high school with Devon and Jodi. Devon was an excellent basketball player. Well 6’6” but he was coordinated. Everything he done he worked hard at. He had some crazy bush parties in high school lol. Still the same guy. Not arrogant just confident.

[@ccbgaming6994]

That’s really cool

[@robinlehnerd1475]

What is a bush party?

[@khronicspaz420]

Party in the woods​@@robinlehnerd1475

[@davesufci1929]

@@robinlehnerd1475 It sounds like a wild swinggers party xDDDDD

[@GetaVe]

@@robinlehnerd1475camping without camping.

[@kristofferhansen9159]

Devon is such a good story teller

[@andyg4929]

Devon is the reason many of us got into arm wrestling. Glad to see that he's looking healthy and teaching you the ways of our sport!

[@bboyairrick]

You mean thank grandma.

[@alancaheny777]

So glad these two got together 💪🏻👑

[@234i9]

HOW has Devon not been on JRE yet? I wont ever understand that.

[@executioner_ecgbert884]

Joe is a clown

[@jonnywilson9117]

@@executioner_ecgbert884 Opinions vary.

[@user-kk7jq2rp1s]

I've heard that they have met but I don't understand it either what the hell is Rogan afraid of he knows Devin is popular. Lex interviewed him. So far Brian has done the best job with the interview.

[@adamtechow6784]

A lot of it is what interests Rogan the most. Maybe he doesn't care much for arm wrestling.

[@jaysonj9207]

I think devon mentioned this one if I remember correctly, he said he was invited but it was on levan match if he lose he will not probably not going to jre.. something like that.

[@JimmyB2772]

Devon is the man, love the podcast 🤘

[@JordanPaul.M]

S-TIER Pair. Two giants in both physique and human spirit.

[@williambrinkmeier1772]

Show us the picture of the ax when you get it Brian XD

[@006bloody]

Definitely curious to see the axe he has at home!

[@orezutic4685]

Devon is one of the wisest persons you will EVER come across in life. I am not even exaggerating

[@i.c.wiener2750]

Except for when stuff gets political

[@ScottFree117]

@@i.c.wiener2750 I would expect a comment like that from a guy who loves weiner

[@ScottFree117]

@@i.c.wiener2750I would expect that comment coming from a guy with your name.

[@astwas]

@@i.c.wiener2750 Yeah Devon has pretty terrible takes and perspectives about many things, many of his fans are extra delusional d1kriders lmao. U can just like the guy for armwrestling and thats about it, leave the idol worshipping to his redneck and indian fans

[@Unshackled.]

@i.c.wiener2750 Devon’s politics are spot on as well. He’s definitely conservative based which makes me like him even more.

[@ryanreynolds1103]

Lmao when Devon talks about what it will take to bring down levon, he gets a weird twinkle in his eye while looking at brian😂

[@vitorcampos_]

Levon Devan Brianzenk

[@lost4327]

​@@vitorcampos_ Devon Lart and John Berzanek

[@johanbarnard3435]

Would take allot of time before Brian could beat Levan. He still looks awkward in the movements. Remember it's more than just raw strength. He has the potential but needs to build up the skillset and become comfortable on the Table 1st

[@chrisuk1541]

Brian seems like a genuinely nice bloke.

[@deltalima6703]

He does seem nice

[@michaels.2331]

Devon needs to do a podcast with Martins. It would be the most slow dramatic talk discussion ever.

[@kcandas]

Devon sitting on that chair with the table up to his chest is crazy lol Brian is just a huge human being, really hope he learns this great sport of ours.

[@possiblepilotdeviation5791]

Brian's chair is raised higher. Look at where the seat portion is at between the two.

[@GM-Mermaid]

Devon is 6'5+ he is just slouching the rascal

[@SCORP1ONF1RE]

brian has a huge upper body

[@Mike-qn7xy]

His chair is jacked up higher

[@loveforchickennuggets6412]

Devon’s ultimate opponent. His grandma

[@jeremyzentveld5672]

Devon Larratt missed his calling as a FBI negotiator lol. He has the Chris Voss late night DJ voice 😂

[@666evo666]

After listening to this I understand why he has the nickname no limits, what a champ, vet, idol, some one decent to look up to, a real man. Cheers Brian for putting him on the podcast, this has been one of the best ones yet. Arm-wrestling would still be in the dark ages if it wasn't for this technical mastermind, always rising the irony.

[@brenogustavo292]

Brian is a great host, he just make the precise right questions, and let the others speak fluidlly

[@DavidRadevic-ie1cv]

Denovs grandma taught him how to trash talk😂😂

[@gdfggggg]

Brian is a brilliant interviewer.

[@davidverdugo6266]

Devon is one of the best story tellers and coaches ive ever seen. Dude is so interesting and has a helluva brain. I hope they keep collabing.

[@EntertainingKlibs]

devon gives me motivation every time he speaks, its too inspirational

[@michaelholder98]

THIS PODCAST WAS AWESOME!!!! I have not heard Devin talk about his past/life like this!! Keep it up B Shaw! Marine Mike 🇺🇸 💪

[@eddiemack3827]

Devon is such a great man. Two titans of the sport with more humility then most

[@russellridge8623]

Devon was on Joint Task Force 2 which is Canadian unit closest to our Delta Force. Secrecy is important even more because they are turned loose on Canadian civilians as well as overseas enemies. Many quit when told to take ChinaFlu jab or attack protesting truckers. Met some in Afghanistan in 2007. Good guys. Top tier warriors.

[@jacksonmd62]

Devon’s respect for John Breasnek is very apparent. A very enjoyable interview.

[@jacksonmd62]

I love that Brian has knowledge of Devon’s Sons.

[@Pepe-pq3om]

Breasnek 😭

[@alrivers2297]

John Brzenk

[@laneovbey4031]

Best Devon interview , Brian is a natural at this pod cast thing . Nice.

[@aaronrus]

Brian. You have to have Toddzilla, Todd Hutchings on next. He started ArmWrestling at 40, and used west side barbell system and adapted it to ArmWrestling

[@TRIIGGAVELLI]

Travis. Travis is gold no matter what forum he's on.

[@Dmgolfer22]

Thought he started in mid 30s

[@johnnyj9899]

the welding room story and tribute to the goat John love it devan thanks

[@Midnight_Murph]

This is great and I think this is what this channel should be. You don't need to have constant podcasts like its your only venture forcing it. When you have these great folks visiting or near or even on their site, get in the pod time. Feels natural and is awesome content.

[@ccbgaming6994]

Yeah

[@gnovincejr2]

It can't come quick enough....seeing Brian arm wrestling! So intrigued!!! Another piece to take this sport to an even higher level! Pretty cool!

[@aa-ron8641]

Canadian legend and the reason I started arm wrestling!

[@TheLowHandToproll]

Definitely a surprise .A very pleasant one

[@JohnnyCarterMusicOfficial]

honestly balling my eyes out and that don't happen often or lightly. Devon is just such an inspirational human being gad dang. He's almost a straight super hero dude

[@zGJungle]

Get a grip man.

[@jefflegrande4078]

ARM WRESTLING NEEDS BRIAN SHAW. GREAT PODCAST. THANK YOU DEVON.

[@stronghold07ptx85]

The literal blood that was left on the table in the Dave v Vitaily match, insane!

[@mister.e2751]

devon is not just a guy who likes arrmwrestling, he IS armwrestling, he is a super special person that makes armwrestling super fun to watch and to dive in. I started armwrestling because of Devon and I know Im not the only one. If it woudnt be because of Devon, armwrestling would be dead

[@apjanakiraman]

Devon is an amazing story teller and his life is very fascinating. And You're a great host. Thanks Brian for this sit down with Devon.

[@intox69]

I didn't even know Brian had a podcast till right now lol.

[@AvinaLookAbaat]

YES! Finally a Devon podcast. Get him on Rogan

[@GM-Mermaid]

And Shawn Ryan He interviews ex service men

[@jeffeverett1599]

Why does it matter, oh I get it your a Joe Rogan NutRider LOL!! Your one of those people that believes everything Joe says is the bible...my god grow up you follower start being a leader I hope you teach your kids better or do you all set together and watch joe rogan like little groupies??🤣🤣🙄🙄🙄🤣🤣😂

[@bencarignan2711]

2 GOATs. So much greatness in one room.

[@martinfaubert7340]

Devon is the man. Inspirational

[@Bigramt]

I love this I have been a fan of Brian since the very beginning of his career I was an active member of a popular strength forum over the years and Shaw was always the horse I backed and I said from day 1, this guy has the mentality to be the very best and he proved me right I have also watched devons career closely and remember the sport when he was raw, but not quite at the top. Then from 07-08 he just stepped it up You need to believe you can achieve greatness and that's what all these champions have in common. Plenty have great genetics, but not everyone will be a champion. It's a different mindset Awesome podcast

[@mattroyle1087]

Ditched 10th grade PE so much I failed the class, as a senior i still needed to fulfill those credits so on a whim i chose weights PE, changed my life

[@AdamLighter1]

Its great to see you respecting the sport for what it is and accepting that there is an obssessive level of commitment needed to be considered elite. A lot of other strength athletes dont really accept it and I appreciate you for doing it.

[@WhiskeyTangoFoxtrot290]

This dude has always been so humble and welcoming to people. So cool to see him with Brian, who also very much seems that way!

[@mediaproof960]

Looking forward to this one. Thanks guys!

[@Picoke]

I have so much respect for these 2 guys. Both Devon and Brian are legends in their game and they’re both so humble, kind and an example for many. Amazing episode

[@reapercarl5047]

Thanks brian for lettin devon just sit an talk about matchs an have him show some highlights this is great for the sport the amount of new people that will see this an be like holy shit i need to go check that out is great

[@jeromehahaha118]

More more more!!! 🎉

[@badrockarn]

That table and chair makes Devon look small :D

[@--SPQR--]

He's slouching too

[@valitsemllaluokanavahyvaks3556]

That table is like 1000LBS i think.

[@randy8464]

Devon Larratt is the face of armwrestling 💪👍

[@DamnZambambos]

Starting watching armwrestling because of Devon

[@RATTL3R186]

Could listen to these two chop it up for days. Two bad asses just chilling .

[@user-kk7jq2rp1s]

One of the best interviews with Devin I've seen.

[@chaostheorie100]

lets fcking go, we need way more videos or these two💪💪

[@silvertalon22]

Really enjoyed this conversation thanks ❤

[@PronatorTendon]

Thank you both 💪🏼

[@johnmagulas58]

AWESOME VIDEO GUYS.. !!!! ABSOLUTELY LOVE IT.. Could listen to you both for hour's... Thanks for all the time and efforts to give us "Gold"

[@Oskawano]

Brian is so chill that he is the only person on the internet who doesn't set my teeth on edge typing in all caps.

[@nia.d3356]

Thats sound like you need to take a look at your own time spent online brother. If its everything you consume is mostly rage inducing. Stop getting suckered into clicking the ragebaits.

[@MatL-ec1uz]

@@nia.d3356agreed

[@degeneratechris]

We needed this.

[@TerryGray-bl2ck]

Thank you. What an incredibly interesting interview. At all levels. Philosophical, psychological, physical, emotional. Well done!

[@latanezimbardo7129]

Gary Roberts, glad he got mentioned, he's captured and shared a lot of great arm wrestling moments for us

[@2DReanimation]

1:06:20: That building a base to build a peak is a really good concept to have! I've just AW'd for 2 years and it feels like I'm all over with my strength level still, but as long as you just focus on the basics you will improve, even though there will be valleys between the peaks. And polishing your strengths is something that's really helped me, as even though I began with strong hands, even more solid hands doesn't hurt -- more strength is definitely never a weakness, even though it may not directly translate, and your weaknesses gets attacked even though you have great strengths in some areas. Oh and thank you for this feast of a podcast!

[@mattpkp]

Strength is the most versatile adaptation that has the greatest impact on everything else. Of course there is carry over among strength sports, it applies to ALL of life.

[@sagnorm1863]

Moderate strength is peak health. Everyone should be doing it. Moderate meaning around 400lb deadlift. But competition strength is not healthy.

[@thestonksmarket1897]

Okay cmon… I love strength as much as the next guy but the single adaptation that is most versatile is EASILY intelligence. And I’m no genius I just know that’s true.

[@allylilith5605]

@@thestonksmarket1897 yes, but strength is much easier to build and may well be second after intelligence. a born genius will remain a genius in most walks of life without really trying, while someone with elite strength genetics may never even discover them when he is on a vegan diet with the biggest workout being driving to the office and pushing the elevator button

[@Dustin_Tomlinson]

This is really awesome. Good stuff, Brian!

[@arabarran]

So happy for Rino Mašić being recognized by Devon. Proud to be Croat!

[@josephvillenabuchberger4257]

Devons Story sounds like a real superhero story

[@B7007]

Love this!! Just comes across as two great human beings!

[@TheOutdoorKings]

Thank you Devon for holding out to have that conversation about connective tissue training. Brian stomped all over it lol😂

[@fanfeck2844]

I would have liked to hear more about that, having a lot of tendon issues myself

[@Charlieandersali]

The pure joy on Devon’s face commenting on the Chaffee match is brilliant! Loved this conversation

[@iLLicitNz78]

I really enjoyed listening to this podcast while i was working today, really enjoyed listening an Devon is a great story teller aye, makes you wanta keep listening, thank u Brian an Devon

[@Danny-jw7lj]

This is the podcast I was hoping for

[@brianjohnson2905]

Glued to this. Knowledge is power.

[@Shinobi_ninja_clan]

Devon and Brian are just such great dudes, this was a great watch

[@ArmoredG]

Devon Larratt needs to get on Joe Rogan's podcast

[@goldilox811]

Wow. Legendary meet up

[@SpringBudEyes]

I love these two being responsible adults about the prospect of beating Levan, but holding back a giddy childish joy at the possibility.

[@farinatony28]

Truly great podcast! I really enjoyed it Brian thanks for sharing.

[@frankthetank5163]

Devon is so entertaining. Love this guy!

[@BroncoBillyAW]

Was an awesome podcast! The content with Brian and Devon together has been really good! God bless you both.

[@princemichael1]

This was just amazing to watch and to see the heart of Devon Larratt and Passion he has for arm wrestling,and just to understand the struggles and sacrifice he had to make to get to where his is make you understand why he goes full out and to understand to do something for the love of it and not the money makes a big difference 💪🏽🙏🏼

[@No-way-way]

Awesome to see two goats talking with such passion! Love it! Brian will be a definite show stopper if he puts his heart into this sport! No doubt.

[@stronghold07ptx85]

YESS!!!

[@alexthegordonhighlander1159]

Fantastic interview. What great stories! RIP Levan.

[@wrkeith1]

Great interview Brian!!

[@michaelsays7131]

This podcast really deserves more views man..

[@davidgow72]

Love these two together, Devon is the most humble guy too!

[@techpiller2558]

It was the random youtube videos of Devon being a normal looking guy capable of beating 100 normal guys on the street in a row that got me interested in the sport. I can't remember the year exactly.

[@gothamsankar5075]

I become a arm wresting fan only because i started watching devons arm wresting matches.... Now i love and respect every athlet of armwresting Devon you might not be pioneer of this sport.. But you are everything to fans

[@user-xf4pr2cj8x]

The arm wrestling series with you and Devon recently was so informative, thanks buddy

[@ja-cobin]

Awesome - just awesome !!!

[@erosoropeza8609]

finally the one i was waiting for after the Devon collab .

[@JuggernautDarkspear]

You guys are awesome, Brian your an absolute icon of pure strength. And Devon is a master of technique these 2 guys combined are going to change the arm wresting game man