MMA FanCast

Jason "Mayhem" Miller is a legendary figure in the world of MMA. From the UFC Octagon to the incredible MTV show "Bully Beatdown," Mayhem's forged a career like few others. And now he joins the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to talk all about it.

Brawl in the Burgh 28 brought the excitement to cfsBank Event Center in more ways than one –– many more. The 247 Fighting Championships crew hops on the podcast Friday, May 2, at 2 PM to break it down from all angles (and yes, they're gonna talk about that crazy thing that happened).

Ed Soares is a legendary figure in the world of MMA. Whether managing greats such as Anderson Silva and Lyoto Machida or founding and operating top-level promotions such as Legacy Fighting Alliance (LFA), Soares gets things done –– and he gets them done at the highest level possible. Now, Soares joins the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to discuss his history in the sport, to break down his upcoming LFA 210 fight card, and more.

Pittsburgh star MMA fighter Justin "The General" Patton is back in action Saturday, April 26, at 247 Fighting Championships: Brawl in the Burgh 28 to take on dangerous 21-fight veteran Chuka Willis. Ahead of that massive showdown, Patton crashes the 247 Live Studio for a podcast.

Strip District Meats and 247 Fighting Championships take their iconic Meat Bucks to the next level for 2025. Tune in to learn more about the new, upgraded prize and to see which fighter is taking home the meat!

Stout PGH's TJ Sloan pursues his MMA fighting career like he has nothing to lose –– and that's because he doesn't. He's already experienced death, so what's a fistfight in a cage? He breaks down his insane journey on the 247 Combat Sports Podcast.

Fans of combat sports in Pennsylvania know the name Chip Snider –– and they know the incredible impact he's had on the sport and its athletes here. Learn more about the man in the middle of the action on the 247 Combat Sports Podcast.

247 Fighting Championships staff previews Brawl in the Burgh 27 on March 15 and makes unique predictions for this high-octane MMA fight card.

247 Fighting Championships shares big news for March and April Brawl in the Burgh MMA Fighting Events on the 247 Combat Sports Podcast. 

247 Fighting Championships professional champ-champ Ethan Goss takes over the 247 Studio to discuss his fighting career –– and where he goes from here.

The results are in, and we're handing out awards across several categories for the 2024 247 Awards Show. Who impressed most inside –– and outside –– the 247 Fighting Championships cage last year? We're about to find out.

Brawl in the Burgh 27 is coming March 15 –– and it is HUGE! The 247 Fighting Championships crew discusses that card, the upcoming 247 Awards on Monday, Feb. 17, and more on the 247 Combat Sports Podcast.

What just happened with 247 Fighting Championships at Brawl in the Burgh 26? We're gonna answer that question and many more on the 247 Combat Sports Podcast.

The 247 Fighting Championships crew unveils its new podcast studio inside Sunny Days Arena, previews Brawl in the Burgh 26, and makes some special announcements.

Strip District Meats is about to make one Brawl in the Burgh 25 competitor's freezer and belly very, very happy. Tune in to hear who's stocking up on the best meat in tahn. That's not all –– the 247 Fighting Championships crew makes a special announcement too. You're gonna wanna be there.

They hold two professional titles apiece –– and they throw down this Saturday, Dec. 21, in the main event of Brawl in the Burgh 25. Ethan Goss and Chris Rollins join the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to lay it down.

He's one of the most exciting fighters in Pittsburgh -– and he has a tough test in front of him Saturday, Dec. 21, at Brawl in the Burgh 25 against Stout PGH's Max Jarrell. Meet Drew 'The Lunatic' Landefeld.

It just might be the most anticipated amateur flyweight fight in Pittsburgh MMA history –– and both fighters are here to talk all about it. Stout PGH's Zach Drzemiecki and PTT/Yinzer Boxing's Tarik Smith join the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to break down their Brawl in the Burgh 25 matchup and more.

Indio Dojo's Evan Dreucci faces Finishers MMA's Ardis Smith for the 247 Fighting Championships amateur welterweight title fight Dec. 21 at Brawl in the Burgh 25. Both fighters join the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to discuss that opportunity, their mentalities, and much more.

Strip District Meats is back in the 247 Studio to hand out Meat Bucks to one Brawl in the Burgh 24 competitor. Who got 'em this time?!

** WARNING: This podcast contains content that may be disturbing and/or inappropriate for some viewers, including descriptions of sexual assault, manipulation, and graphic scenes. Amateur MMA standout Karli Jo Thomas opens up on her past, revealing a disturbing and heartbreaking story in the process. In true Karli Jo fashion, though, she tells the story with a positive twist, keeping perspective of the good she is now able to do for others and for herself.

247 Fighting Championships changed venues at the last minute for Brawl in the Burgh 24. And the show almost never happened. So what went down? The crew explains.

Go Green Windows & Construction's Russ Green supports local MMA like few others. Now, he joins the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to talk all about his love of the sport and more –– like buoyant babies and cigarettes. You know, normal stuff!

Brawl in the Burgh 23 featured some highlights that'll live on 247 Fighting Championships highlight reels for years to come –– but whose performance was the best? Strip District Meats is back to reward one hungry fighter.

Brawl in the Burgh 23 took over the Monroeville Convention Center Saturday, Sept. 21 –– but getting to fight night isn't always easy. The 247 Fighting Championships crew reveals some fights they lost along the way, celebrates the fighters' performances, and more. >  

247 Fighting Championships stacked the deck with Sept. 21's Brawl in the Burgh 23 fight card inside the Monroeville Convention Center. You're gonna want to see that show. Front-row tickets are already gone! Secure your spot for the fights right here. On the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, the 247 Fighting Championships team is joined by a star-studded group of fighters, grapplers, and special guests to break down exactly why you can't miss this.  If you like fighting –- or wrestling.... or grappling –– you can't miss this. Period.  Enjoy the show! >    

247 Fighting Championships stacked the deck with Sept. 21's Brawl in the Burgh 23 fight card inside the Monroeville Convention Center. You're gonna want to see that show. Front-row tickets are already gone! Secure your spot for the fights right here. On the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, the 247 Fighting Championships team explains exactly why you need to be there on Sept. 21.  Enjoy the show! >  

AUDIO BEGINS AT 2:45– Stout PGH's Anthony Hogeback made his successful professional MMA debut –– and now he wants more inside the 247 Fighting Championships cage at Brawl in the Burgh 23.

Justin Patton is ready for the biggest test of his professional MMA career Saturday, Sept. 21, at Brawl in the Burgh 23 –– and tickets are on sale now! You're gonna want those. Front-row tickets are already gone! Secure your spot for the fights right here. On the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships GM Hunter Homistek sits down with Patton and his other half –– badass 5-2 amateur MMA fighter Karli Jo Thomas –– and breaks down the event and their fighting careers. Enjoy the show! >  

Brawl in the Burgh 23 takes over the Monroeville Convention Center Saturday, Sept. 21 –– and tickets are on sale now! You're gonna want those. Front-row tickets are already gone! Secure your spot for the fights right here. On the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships GM breaks down the event and announces two fights along the way. Returning fan favorites, savage newcomers, and more! Buckle up. >

Brawl in the Burgh 23 takes over the Monroeville Convention Center Saturday, Sept. 21 –– and tickets are on sale now!  You're gonna want those. Front-row tickets are already gone! Secure your spot for the fights right here.  On the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships GM breaks down the event and announces two fights along the way.  A newly minted black belt back in action? A Penn State boxer making his MMA debut? Oh yes. All that and more. Enjoy the show. >

The UFC has hosted some of the most legendary fights of all time. But which five are the best? 247 Fighting Championships debates.

Who's stocking up with Strip District Meats goodness for their performance inside the 247 Fighting Championships cage? We find out on the latest 247 Combat Sports Podcast.

It's almost here... Brawl in the Burgh 21.5. Brawl in the Burgh 22. Same day. Same place. You gotta be there, and the 247 FC crew is live in studio to explain why.

Brawl in the Burgh 21.5 is just around the corner. Taking place Saturday, June 29, at noon inside the Monroeville Convention Center, this card features something for everyone –– amateur Muay Thai, amateur MMA, and pro MMA –– all under the same roof and in the same cage.  You love to see it.  > 247 Fighting Championships General Manager Hunter Homistek is joined by several fighters –– six of 'em, to be exact –– on the most recent episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast.  They discuss the show, their career goals, their favorite video games, and more. It's a good one.  And it'll get ya hyped for June 29. Guaranteed. Just tap the photo right here to watch: 

Stout PGH fighters are all over Saturday, June 29's Brawl in the Burgh 21.5 fight card. And on the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, we hear from three of them. > Tune in to hear from: • Lucas Seibert, who discusses his pro MMA main event against Nathaniel Grubham • Miguel Francisco, who discusses his pro MMA debut against Pat Carrasquillo • Joao Martinez, who discusses his Muay Thai matchup against Morgantown's Logan Crowe Enjoy the show.

247 Fighting Championships hosts the biggest day in Pittsburgh combat sports history on June 29. It might sound like hyperbole... but listen to the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast and let us know: > Hunter and Ryan break down exactly what makes this one-two punch of Brawl in the Burgh 21.5 and Brawl in the Burgh 22 so special. We think you're gonna like this one. Enjoy the show.

If you've been to a 247 Fighting Championships show, you've heard the expert work of DJ Cake. One of Pittsburgh's premier DJs, DJ Cake provides the vibe for almost any event you can imagine –– including 247 FC fights! > But her rise in the scene was anything but normal or easy or expected. And she details it all on the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast. Enjoy the show.

Matt Leyshock has seen a thing or two in the Pittsburgh combat sports scene. And now he's here, live in-studio, to talk about it all on the 247 Combat Sports Podcast. > From his work as a promoter with the legendary Pinnacle Fighting Championships to his work as a trainer at Southside Boxing Club and many stops in between, Leyshock is as distinguished as it gets in the Steel City fighting landscape. This podcast delivers on all that pedigree and more. Enjoy the show.

Strip District Meats is ready to crown a champion from Brawl in the Burgh 21. The legendary Pittsburgh butcher shop is about to make one BitB21 fighter's day –– and Strip District Meats GM Brad Bengele joins 247 Fighting Championships GM Hunter Homistek to get down to business. > Enjoy the show.

Grappling + MMA = one perfect weekend for a combat sports fan. Sprawl in the Burgh 3 and Brawl in the Burgh 21 delivered both at a high level –– and fans inside the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows were in for a treat from start to finish. On the latest 247 Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships owner Ryan Middleton and general manager Hunter Homistek break down all the action inside and outside the cage. > Enjoy the show.

Stout PGH's Joao Martinez and Steel City Martial Arts' Nick Patragas are primed to put on a show Saturday, April 20, at Brawl in the Burgh 21. And they crash the 247 Studio to talk all about it. > Enjoy the show.

Sprawl in the Burgh 3: Cage Grappling keeps getting more and more stacked... This submission-only grappling event takes over the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows Event Center Friday, April 19 –– and you're not going to want to miss it. > The best Brazilian jiu-jitsu practitioners in Western PA and beyond are ready to put on a show, and this lineup promises stacked action from start to finish. On the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships owner Ryan Middleton and general manager Hunter Homistek reveal four more fresh matchups for Sprawl in the Burgh 3. > Enjoy the show.

True Believer Jiu-Jitsu's Jake Miclot knows his crew is a little different. And he prefers it that way. A standout crew in the Pittsburgh grappling scene, True Believer Jiu-Jitsu has played a crucial role in our cage grappling events –– Sprawl in the Burgh and Sprawl in the Burgh 2 –– and will be back in full force Friday, April 19, at Sprawl in the Burgh 3 inside the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows Event Center. > Led by Jake Miclot, True Believer employs a slightly different approach to the art of jiu-jitsu. Where does it come from? And what is it exactly? Well, it all starts with Miclot at the top. None of their success is an accident, and the team's philosophy and attitude are written all over its athletes. > Enjoy the show.

We just added our fourth pro fight to Brawl in the Burgh 21. And it rules. > We already announced three high-profile and can't-miss professional fights for the April 20 MMA show inside the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows in Washington, PA: • Khama Worthy vs. Jimmy Sandlin – pro lightweight • Ethan Goss (c) vs. Brady Huang – pro featherweight title fight • Justin Patton vs. Martin Justiz – pro featherweight And now we're adding more. This show is going to blow the roof off the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows Event Center. That's a promise. > Local standout Miguel Francisco joins us on the latest episode of the 247 Combat Sports Podcast to announce his upcoming fight, to dig into his recent amateur title victory, and to dissect his summer loss back at Brawl in the Burgh 17. This one goes everywhere, and it's beautiful every step of the way. >

Brawl in the Burgh 21 is insanely stacked. > We already announced three high-profile and can't-miss professional fights for the April 20 MMA show inside the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows in Washington, PA: • Khama Worthy vs. Jimmy Sandlin – pro lightweight • Ethan Goss (c) vs. Brady Huang – pro featherweight title fight • Justin Patton vs. Martin Justiz – pro featherweight And we're just going to keep piling on the MMA goodness. Sound good? Cool. Didn't think you'd object. > As if those three pro fights weren't enough, we're adding an amateur title fight to the mix –– and so much more to come. We break the news of this hot-fire fight for gold –– and talk to both competitors about the challenge ahead.  >

Strip District Meats is back in the 247 studio! The Meat Bucks are here –– and these Brawl in the Burgh 20 fighters are hungry. With insane finishes and performances start to finish, Brawl in the Burgh 20 made our job in selecting a single winner for the Meat Bucks more than a little difficult. Was Clayton Lee's title-winning performance the king? Lucas Seibert's flying knee? Evan Dreucci's rear triangle over Dan Walters? Something else? I guess you'll need to watch the episode to find out. >

Brawl in the Burgh 20 was nuts. The 247 Fighting Championships crew is back to break down everything that went down –– and to release two HUGE pieces of news for the promotion moving forward. You don't want to miss this one, friends. >

Brawl in the Burgh 20 promises insane action start to finish. And the 247 Fighting Championships crew is here to talk all about it. Get hyped for Feb. 24's fight card inside the Murrysville SportZone Arena.  >

Indio Dojo's roots run deep. And that's largely due to the experience, influence, and knowledge of owner/professor Danillo Villefort.  On the latest 247 Combat Sports Podcast, Villefort joins the show alongside pupil Clayton 'Hoot' Lee. The timing couldn't be better, as "Hoot" fights "Cowboy Eddy" Edgar Parrilla II Saturday, Feb. 24, for the 247 Fighting Championships amateur lightweight title at Brawl in the Burgh 20 in Murrysville, PA.  > Despite showing up late (*cough*) Hoot brought the heat to the podcast.  Beyond that, though, viewers and listeners got a full dose of Villefort. From Brazil to Florida to Pittsburgh, Villefort's seen and done it all like few others.  And he has some incredible stories to tell. Dig in and enjoy.  >

Lucas Seibert is fired up for his professional MMA debut. And for good reason. The Stout PGH bantamweight Seibert enjoyed a successful amateur MMA career, going undefeated and capturing the 247 FC strap in the process. Now, he's turning pro Feb. 24 at Brawl in the Burgh 20 to take on a dangerous, talented challenge in South Prospect Gym's Jake Zack. > Ahead of that showdown, Seibert joins us live in the studio to talk all about it. This conversation details Seibert's rise, his mindset, his future goals, and everything in between. It's a good one. Buckle up and enjoy. >