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The HFA Pod delivers insider perspectives on the decisions shaping the health & fitness industry. Through in-depth conversations with executives, researchers, federation partners, policymakers, and innovators, each episode breaks down the defining moments driving fitness business growth, wellness policy, gym operations, consumer behavior, and the future of the industry.

Latest Episode

It’s Time to Move: Connecting Fitness, Healthcare, and Policy

October 29, 2026 – HFA Chief of Staff Mike Goscinski speaks with Dr. Laurie Whitsel, national vice president of policy research at the American Heart Association and senior advisor to the Physical Activity Alliance (PAA).

Recent Episodes

October 15, 2026 – From the Court to the C-Suite, Emma Zwiebler on Leadership and Sport: HFA Interim President and CEO Greta Wagner sits down with World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry CEO Emma Zwiebler.

October 1, 2026 – Making Fitness Part of the Healthcare System: HFA Chief of Staff Mike Goscinski and AUSactive CEO Ken Griffin discuss the evolving role of the health and fitness industry in preventive health.

September 17, 2026 – The Business of Longevity: HFA Vice President of Marketing and Communications Pam Kufahl discusses the rise of the longevity movement with Livelong Media Founder Brad Inman.

September 3, 2026 – One Vision, One Voice, A Preview of the European Congress: HFA Interim President and CEO Greta Wagner discusses the evolution of the fitness industry with Ian Mullane and David Stalker.

August 20, 2026 – From Gold Medals to Growth, Alistair Brownlee’s Next Race: HFA Chief of Staff Mike Goscinski gathers insights from entrepreneur and two-time Olympic gold medalist Alistair Brownlee.

August 6, 2026 – Luxury Travel’s Wellness Imperative: HFA Interim CEO and President Greta Wagner talks with Luxury Hotel Association‬ President Barak Hirschowitz.

July 23, 2026 – The Secret Behind Life Time’s Staying Power: HFA Interim President and CEO Greta Wagner sits down with Life Time SVP Efonda Sproles as he reflects on Life Time’s remarkable evolution.

July 9, 2026 – A New Framework for Obesity Prevention and Care: HFA Vice President of Research Anton Severin speaks with World Obesity Federation CEO Johanna Ralston.

June 25, 2026 – The Pilates Boom: HFA Vice President of Marketing and Communications Pam Kufahl and Pilates business expert Seran Glanfield explore the evolution of Pilates.

June 11, 2026 – Aligned in Movement, HFA’s & PAA’s Shared Mission for a More Active America: In this episode, HFA Government Affairs Consultant Tom Richards sits down with Physical Activity Alliance President Mike Stack.

May 28, 2026 – Inside the Advocacy Equation: HFA Chief of Staff Mike Goscinski speaks with former US Rep. Susan Molinari (R-NY) about what truly influences policymaking.