Episode

Xponential Fitness' Predatory Franchise Fiasco (TCF Investigates)

Podcast: The Capitol Forum
Published: Feb 25, 2026
Duration seconds: 2093
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When a Pittsburgh based business owner opened a franchise of one of Xponential Fitness' exercise brands, he had no idea it would end in bankruptcy, intimidation and threats of violence. Today on The Capitol Forum Investigates , investigative correspondent Kim Geiger discusses her multi-year investigation into the company Xponential Fitness, and reveals how they lured franchise owners into a predatory relationship that led multiple franchisees to file for bankruptcy, and has made Xponential the target of multiple government probes and lawsuits.