Scotty’s heading off on a Euro break, but before he goes, we unpack the Tassie weekend, preview the biggest Nationals to date, and dive into some spicy questions on judging consistency, pro card criteria, and off-season coaching strategies.

We talk through Scotty’s travel plans, Tassie show highlights (including a bikini champ’s shoutout to the podcast), and address judging controversies raised across federations—with a focus on transparency, athlete experience, and how coaches can protect their athletes.

We cover:
✅ Scotty’s Farewell — Travel plans, graduation, Greek phrases & a Bali reunion
✅ Tassie Recap — Fresh air, tight show, big crowds & standout winners
✅ Nationals Preview — Stacked lineups, NSW unknowns & pro card predictions
✅ Bikini & Fitness Battles — Standout physiques and returning Season A competitors
✅ Judging Round Clarifications — Why Open placings can differ from Overalls
✅ Wellness Posing Criteria — L-Pose breakdown and what judges are looking for
✅ Pro Card Rules — When it’s automatic vs judge discretion
✅ Influencers & Pro Cards — Is social following a factor? (Short answer: no)
✅ Federation Transparency — Why clarity matters and what’s needed to improve
✅ Athlete Trust & Coaching Integrity — Navigating blurred lines with posing coaches competing
✅ Improvement Season Coaching — Why structure, tracking, and feedback still matter
✅ Online Coaching Realities — Burnout, phone jail, and being present
✅ How to Pick a Prep Coach — Beyond placings: look at care, growth, and outcomes
✅ Coaching Cost Talk — What are you really paying for?
✅ Jetstar Poop Saga Pt. 2 — The aisle napper and a taping procedure you won’t forget

🎧 Honest, real, and loaded with insights — this one balances laughs with lessons, as we sign off Scotty and get hyped for Nationals.

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