John and Niki welcome special guest Dale King, an OG in the CrossFit community. They discuss the changing landscape of CrossFit, from its handling under private equity to the challenges of affiliate ownership. Dale provides his thoughts on the future and expresses concerns over preserving the original ethos of CrossFit amidst changes. The conversation also explores customer service issues and the need for marketing initiatives to bolster affiliate relations. Jokes about Reddit trolls, questionable gym practices, and personal anecdotes about CrossFit experiences offer a lively touch to these discussions on important issues.