Mal O'Brien's return, Wietrzyk apology and ATHX deal: the big CrossFit news

One of the most discussed topics is the possible return of Mal O'Brien to the competitive CrossFit scene. The former top athlete stepped away from the spotlight for a while, but a comeback appears to be on the horizon.

Joanna Wietrzyk made headlines with a public apology. The exact reason is discussed in detail during the podcast, but the incident is generating considerable conversation within the community.

There is also news of a new partnership between CrossFit and ATHX, the organization behind the competition format that is attracting increasing attention. The deal could have implications for how future competitions are organized.

Wodapalooza SoCal also comes up, including an incident involving Justin Medeiros during the event. Exactly what happened and what it means for his season remains unclear.