Rear Naked Choke Radio (MMA)

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA on Rear Naked Choke Radio, breaking down the UFC 269 main card. Charles Oliveira meets Dustin Poirier for the 155-pound belt, while Amanda Nunes defends her title against Juliana Pena. Riz also gives a look at some of the fights on the undercard, including a female underdog worth taking a look at. For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. FOLLOW, WATCH, LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA. As Rear Naked Choke Radio kicked off its 15th (!) year, Riz was joined by Nick Kalikas (@FightOdds) of Circa Sports in Las Vegas to talk about Conor McGregor and his fight against Dustin Poirier at UFC 257 on January 23. Nick is the Risk Supervisor and works in the Risk Room at Circa, and he specializes in making the betting lines for MMA, plus most of the other major sports. He offered incredible insight into the McGregor vs. Poirier fight, including the opening line, the movement of the line and the prop bets. Riz & Nick discussed who they like in the big fight, and kicked around which betting angles might be worth it throughout the card, not just for the stellar main event. Nick added tremendous insider perspective about how things work on the inside of the casinos. It was a great way to commence Year 15! For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, Talkshoe or others. FOLLOW, WATCH, LISTEN, SUBSCRIBE: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke, https://twitter.com/RNCRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA. Riz broke apart the UFC 253 title matches and a lot more with a crew from The Building Downtown, which includes long-time former co-host Jay Kelly. The middleweight division features champ Israel Adesanya against Paulo Costa, and there's a new champion to take Jon Jones' vacated spot in the light-heavyweight class between Dominick Reyes and Jan Błachowicz. There was more than just critical fight analysis, as the crew reviewed Colby Covington's Trump-fueled shtick, political statements in sports, Diamond DIehards baseball coverage, and betting lines for the upcoming UFC event. For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, Talkshoe or others. RNC RADIO: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke, https://twitter.com/RNCRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA THE BUILDING DOWNTOWN: Twitter: https://twitter.com/TheBuildingDT Facebook: https://bit.ly/34MjrUb YouTube: https://bit.ly/2xDC6VV Itunes: https://apple.co/3aeWXw9

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA. Riz broke apart the UFC 252 heavyweight title trilogy match between champ Stipe Miocic and former belt-holder Daniel Cormier. He talked about what it would mean for either fighter to win the title, in terms of their future prospects, legacy in the division and in the whole of MMA. Riz looked at this "old guy" card as fans' best opportunity to see the greatest in the UFC for at least a month, as the next Pay-Per-View is slated for the middle of September. He also broke down the construction of the card, which includes needle-mover Sean O'Malley, and the heavyweight tilt between former champion Junior dos Santos and rising contender Jairzinho Rozenstruik. He waxed poetic about old pal and fellow New Jersian Jim Miller, who meets Pedro Munhoz (finally), and found an angle on watching the female fights on the ESPN prelims, with two former Invicta FC strawweight champions in respective bouts, trying to move forward into UFC title contention. Lots to unpack ahead of possibly the best fight of a crazy 2020! For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, Talkshoe or others. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke, https://twitter.com/RNCRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA. Riz (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) now of The Building Downtown (@TheBuildingDT) brought back the good ole days of RNC Radio on the heels of The UFC Fight Island event in which Deiveson Figueiredo wiped out Joseph Benavidez for the 125-pound title. They kicked it off with some talk about the event, which had ended mere moments before they talked, but then transitioned to the state of broadcasting in MMA, including critiques of UFC play-by-play announcer Jon Anik and reporters Laura Sanko and Megan Olivi, plus a review of what Mike Goldberg meant to the UFC. Then Jay asked Riz to name his dream promoter, matchmaker, and TV crew, with some surprise answers. What set this show apart was the discussion about who would be a dream interview for Riz & Jay, from MMA to NBA circles. Intertwined was the analysis of what the media means to sports and to the world in general in 2020. Jay brought Riz back to his days in professional sports locker rooms, and got him to share some stories of how things work behind the scenes when the cameras are not necessarily on, with etiquette between reporters and what it means to the finished products in print, online, radio and TV. An absolutely packed couple of hours with the guys! For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, Talkshoe or others. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke, https://twitter.com/RNCRadio, https://twitter.com/JayKellyMMA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA. RIz (@RearNakedChoke) finally sat down with Sergio Da Silva to discuss all aspects of his amazing life. Da Silva (@TheSavage125) might not be the most recognizable name in MMA, but he's kept company with some of the biggest names in the world. Born in Rio and moved to Queens when he was 3, Da Silva explained his most unlikely introduction to late Soprano's lead James Gandolfini, and detailed how he ended up working for him for years and enjoyed a brother-like relationship. He revealed a story never-before heard about one of Gandolfini's many selfless charity exploits, this one starting with a call to Da Silva in the middle of the night shortly after Superstorm Sandy rocked the New York Metropolitan area. Sergio also recounted the last time he heard from his friend, one of the great actors of his generation, and mixed in stories about how they rubbed elbows with Jay-Z, Beyonce, Neo, Ethan Hawke and LeBron James at NJ Nets games. Then it was on to his relationship and evaluation of up-and-coming MMA fighter John Gotti, Jr., and Sergio explained his relationship with the family. That melded into talk about Da Silva's trial over an alleged bank robbery, of which has talked about very little to this point. Da Silva explained what he went through from a legal and personal standpoint during the harrowing time from the accusation through gaining his freedom. In the meantime, Sergio explained his expertise on pizza, and Riz encouraged him to start his pizza reviews, not worrying about being called a copycat to Dave Portnoy for doing it. For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, Talkshoe or others. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke, https://twitter.com/RNCRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/

Joe Rizzo brings you MMA. Riz devoured the UFC 249 card. After a few days to come back down to earth, he broke down what we saw in real time and what it means going forward, from the excitement of Sam Alvey absorbing cheers from a non-existent crowd, to Bryce Mitchell's domination, to Henry Cejudo's retirement and Dominick Cruz's criticism of referee Keith Peterson. Then there is the matter of Justin Gaethje. Riz explained why this destruction of Tony Ferguson somehow meant even more to Gaethje's success than it would appear (and it appears to have meant A LOT). Will it be Conor McGregor or Khabib Nurmagomedov next for Gaethje, or is that even the most important question? The show closed with a quick look at the next two UFC cards, which also were slated for Jacksonville, Fla., with a couple of extra words on Ovince Saint Preux, who makes his heavyweight debut against former IFL champion Ben Rothwell on the May 13 event headlined by the match between Anthony Smith and Glover Teixeira. For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify, Google Play, Talkshoe or others. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/rearnakedchoke, https://twitter.com/RNCRadio Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joerizzomma/

Joe Rizzo explains why UFC 249 never stood a chance. The event was slated for April 18 at Tachi Palace in Lemoore, Calif., but was scuttled when UFC president Dana White was asked by the top brass at ESPN and parent company Disney to cancel the event, and others that were being planned there for the coming weeks. White told ESPN that he still plans on moving forward with his plan for Fight Island, and says that the infrastructure is being built at this time. For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/

The Corona Virus (COVID-19) is sweeping the globe with tremendous ramifications. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) break down what it could make UFC events look like in the future. Find out how they arrived at the big question: If Tony Ferguson vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov had only 1,000 seats available, how much would people pay? Tweet your answers to the guys and @RNCRadio. There was also a full deconstruction of the meaning of the epic fight at UFC 248 in which Zhang Weili edged Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Was this the moment women's MMA finally became just MMA? And what happens with the main-eventers from UFC 248, champion Israel Adesanya and Yoel Romero after their snoozefest? You will always get answers here, and on this episode, you find out exactly how Joe would attack Jay if they ever fought on the Rainbow Bridge, for the declaration of supremacy between the USA and Canada. For this and more, subscribe wherever you find your podcasts, be it iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and more. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio/

Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) and Joe Rizzo (@rearnakedchoke) hooked up RNC Radio with The Building Downtown to chat UFC 248, BTC 9: Rampage, Tyson Fury vs. Deontay Wilder, and a strangely true comparison. UFC 248 is headlined by middleweight champion Israel Adesanya vs. Yoel Romero, with a co-main event between strawweight champion Zhang Weili vs. former division queen Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Kelly and Rizzo talked about the four fighters at the top of the card, who they think will win, as well as some of the other key matchups, such as Sean O'Malley vs. José Alberto Quiñónez. Rizzo also laid out a fair comparison between Romero and David Ayres, a 42-year-old emergency goalie who recently played in -- and won -- an NHL game for the Carolina Hurricanes. Kelly and TBD co-host Kirill Kasatskiy attended BTC 9: Rampage at The Aud on Feb. 29, in Kitchener, Ontario, Canada. Kelly and Rizzo touched on the event's main-event winner, Jesse Ronson, and the importance of supporting local MMA. For more on the promotion, check The Building Downtown for a recap show in an upcoming episode that will feature fighters from BTC 9. Kelly and Rizzo, though a little late to the party, discussed Tyson Fury's knockout victory against Deontay Wilder. The former co-hosts talked about Fury's performance, the costume fiasco, allegations of Fury cheating, and what they think will happen in July's rematch. Rizzo even added a rare rant, in which he panned the so-called experts who all seemed to have predicted the outcome correctly after the fact rather than before the fight, in which Fury went off as a slight underdog. Subscribe to RNC Radio (@RNCRadio) and follow along on Twitter, in addition to joining our emerging Facebook group at facebook.com/RNCRadio.

Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) is joined by fellow gray-beard Joe LoZito (@Joe_LoZito) to reminisce about the day 30 years ago this week that the unbeatable Mike Tyson was knocked out by 42-1 underdog Buster Douglas, and the cultural impact of the event as they saw it with their own eyes. Eventually some other important subjects were covered, like Roadhouse, Heartbreak Ridge, the art of acquiring hockey-fight tapes, and how to follow MMA when VHS was a thing. This week also marked another anniversary, as it was nine years ago that LoZito heroically stopped a man on a killing spree on a New York City subway car and lived (barely) to tell about it. LoZito recounted it on this episode, but does a more in-depth version on The Coliseum Chronicles. Subscribe wherever you find your podcasts. Follow the show at @RNCRadio and Facebook.com/RNCRadio. And give Joe LoZito's Coliseum Chronicles a shot at @ColiSinBinPod. And do not forget about @JayKellyMMA!

UFC 247 featured some dubious judging, in a sport where we have seen way too much of it. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) assessed what happened on a night where Dominick Reyes appeared to be robbed of the light-heavyweight belt with a great performance against legendary Jon Jones. In addition, Andrea "KGB" Lee and Ilir Latifi were on the wrong side of stunning decision. And James Krause missed a chance to have a career moment when he was not given the nod against Trevin Giles, despite clearly winning the first and third rounds. Krause took the fight on just 24 hours' notice, moved up a weight class and looked like he had completed a fairytale weekend ... until the judges stepped in. This was another shared show with The Building Downtown, so give them a follow (@TheBuildingDT) and a listen, and subscribe to RNC Radio on wherever you find your podcasts. A special note of thanks to RNC Nation for making the UFC 247 preview episode our most downloaded in 3.5 years! You guys are the best. Come at us on Twitter (@RNCRadio) and join our Facebook group at Facebook.com/RNCRadio.

The underdogs in the main events of UFC 247 are live, according to Rear Naked Choke Radio's Joe Rizzo and Jay Kelly. The hosts did another shared episode with The Building Downtown, and dove in depth to the fights in Houston. Joe gave reasons why old friend and former occasional RNC Radio host Katlyn Chookagian could upset Valentina Shevchenko in the women's flyweight division title fight, and why he thinks Dominick Reyes might be the one to finally upset Jon Jones, and take the belt for the light-heavyweight division. While Jay is more likely to stick with the favorites, he explained why he is interested in the fights and also why even if he is not wagering, he finds value in looking at the movement in the betting lines. Follow Rear Naked Choke Radio on Twitter at @RNCRadio, and at facebook.com/RNCRadio. Subscribe and listen to all the episodes on iTunes, Spotify, Alexa and wherever you find your podcasts.

The big return of Conor McGregor at UFC 246 against Cowboy Cerrone was good enough to get Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on the air. Jay now also hosts The Building Downtown (@BuildingDowntown) and the guys got together to share this episode, so you can also catch it over there. McGregor returns to MMA for the first time since getting beaten by Khabib Nurmagomedov on Oct. 6, 2018, and has not won in the UFC since beating Eddie Alvarez on Nov. 12, 2016. Cerrone headed into the match with a two-match losing streak, falling by TKO to Justin Gaethje and Tony Ferguson, since beating Al Iaquinta on May 4, 2019.

Technically we are shooting for having this episode cover our entry in 2019. We DID a show, but technical crap on the back end with Talkshoe prevented us from ever airing it (until now). So here it is. Joe and Jay actually did it, and it literally took us a year (actually just a few days shy of a year) to post it. We talked about UFC Fight Night 143, and if anyone remembers that off the top of their heads, then kudos to them. Whether this is your first time listening to MMA's longest-running podcast, or you have been with us from the beginning days as The Ron Show, Featuring Joe and Ted: Mundane Family Entertainment, we appreciate you listening and want to keep you entertained, so hit us back with feedback on our twitter or Facebook (both @RNCRadio), or contact the hosts. You might be the first! Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher and anyplace where podcasts are sold (they're free). Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

It happened! Joe Rizzo and Jay Kelly have hosted RNC Radio together for years, but this show in front of a live studio audience in Mississauga, Ontario was the first time they have ever met in person! The guys talked about UFC 226, but it was the dynamic of having them in the same room at the same time with beers that made this one of the most special RNC Radio episodes ever. Whether this is your first time listening to MMA's longest-running podcast, or you have been with us from the beginning days as The Ron Show, Featuring Joe and Ted: Mundane Family Entertainment, we appreciate you listening and want to keep you entertained, so hit us back with feedback on our twitter or Facebook (both @RNCRadio), or contact the hosts. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

Conor McGregor, what have you done? Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) and Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) make the assessment of McGregorâ??s criminal antics ahead of UFC 223 at the Barclayâ??s Center in Brooklyn. They captured the moments where the news broke that McGregor had surrendered himself to police some eight hours after starting a melee that at once left a wake of damage to fellow fighters and the UFC 223 card. Did McGregor abdicate his throne as the king of the UFC? It might not be too early to tell, as Kelly and Rizzo looked at all the angles, from present to future, for the Irishman. Whether this is your first time listening to MMA's longest-running podcast, or you have been with us from the beginning days as The Ron Show, Featuring Joe and Ted: Mundane Family Entertainment, we appreciate you listening and want to keep you entertained, so hit us back with feedback on our twitter or Facebook (both @RNCRadio), or contact the hosts. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

Max Holloway, you have officially been declared a Jersey Guy. The declaration came on Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio), as Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) declared it to Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) after Hollowayâ??s heart-felt tweet to Frankie Edgar after UFC 222. Rizzo and Kelly took the opportunity to do a deep dive into the careers of Holloway, Edgar, Cris Cyborg and even the retiring Mike Pyle. There was talk of the rash of split decisions at UFC 222, plus the latest on reactions from Nate Diaz, and the Burger King signing of new pitch man Conor McGregor (plus Hollowayâ??s take on it). It was also the UFC debu of jiu-jitsu phenom Mackenzie Dern and the second promotional fight for Sean Oâ??Malley. Whether this is your first time listening to MMA's longest-running podcast, or you have been with us from the beginning days as The Ron Show, Featuring Joe and Ted: Mundane Family Entertainment, we appreciate you listening and want to keep you entertained, so hit us back with feedback on our twitter or Facebook (both @RNCRadio), or contact the hosts. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

Rear Naked Choke Radio turns 11 years old as Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) returned to the podcast ethernet to talk MMA. It's a hang in which the listeners get to know the hosts (and guests) as real people. With UFC 223 in Brooklyn in the offing, Rizzo and Kelly broke down the two title fights, and the possibilities for the men's 155-pound division, and women's 115-pound circuit. Rose Namajunas defends her title against Joanna Jedrzejczyk. Tony Ferguson puts his interim belt on the line against Khabib Nurmogomedov, in a bout to determine the real champion as Conor McGregor sits idle. Whether this is your first time listening to MMA's longest-running podcast, or you have been with us from the beginning days as The Ron Show, Featuring Joe and Ted: Mundane Family Entertainment, we appreciate you listening and want to keep you entertained, so hit us back with feedback on our twitter or Facebook (both @RNCRadio), or contact the hosts. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at

Emily Miller was the first guest in the history of the show known today as Rear Naked Choke Radio. For the 10th anniversary celebration, Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Emily (@EmilyMillerLV) shot the shit for an hour. It was in typical RNC Radio fashion - no frills, just a hang in which the listeners get to know the guests as real people. The first time Emily was on the show, she was a mere 20 years old and was just starting out as a ring card girl for the International Fight League (IFL). A third of her lifetime later, she has retained her role in MMA as a ring card girl for World Series of Fighting (WSOF). As it turns out, the day Emily joined Joe, she had just done her first podcast herself, as part of the Onnit group of shows! Whether this is your first time listening to MMA's longest-running podcast, or you have been with us from the beginning days as The Ron Show, Featuring Joe and Ted: Mundane Family Entertainment, we appreciate you listening and want to keep you entertained, so hit us back with feedback on our twitter or Facebook (both @RNCRadio), or contact the hosts. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Conor McGregor vs. Floyd Mayweather MIGHT happen. Georges St. Pierre vs. Michael Bisping WILL happen. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) broke down the where, when and how for both in the latest installment of Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio). Rizzo and Kelly immediately gave their thoughts on McGregor-Mayweather, as they explained why this would be the biggest pay-per-view in combat sports history. When it came to St. Pierre vs. Bisping, the angles changed, with the focus on where this fight might take place, how marketable it will be, and why. The show took a turn toward nostalgia, as RNC Radio is approaching its 10th anniversary. Joe recalled some of the early days, when he captained the unofficial official show of the International Fight League (IFL). There was also a tease for who to expect on the 10th Anniversary Spectacular! Hard-hitting, intelligent and witty analysis has helped make RNC Radio the longest-running MMA-based podcast in history, now in its 10th year. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

There's barely enough intriguing MMA going on right now just to keep the conversation going ... so that's what we did. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on Rear Naked Choke Radio talked about Tito Ortiz vs. Chael Sonnen at Bellator 170, Bellator as a promotion, the upcoming UFC events, the fight they like, and kept the conversation going. Bellator is notorious for putting on tentpole events. They typically feature sideshows or over-the-hill fighters, but that wasn't necessarily the case at Bellator 170. Rizzo and Kelly expressed their gripes about Bellator and their subpar main events, but also talked about where Ortiz and Sonnen stack up compared to the promotion's previous tentpole main events. While complaints were made, the hosts found the positive aspects Bellator 170, the promotion's future and what could stand to change. As conversation lacked, Rizzo and Kelly resorted back to UFC talk. The UFC has a steady flow of events on the horizon, yet none of them spark a lot of interest in fans. The inaugural women's featherweight (145-pound) champion will be crowned after Holly Holm meets Germaine De Randamie at UFC 208. The UFC is returning to Canada in Halifax, the capital of Nova Scotia. Gavin Tucker, a Newfoundlander making his UFC debut, made Rizzo happy for reasons unknown. Heck, even Anderson Silva is about to grace the Octagon in the near future, but Rizzo and Kelly were looking for a fight to sink their teeth into. The RNC Radio duo found their match in Khabib Nurmagomedov vs Tony Ferguson on March 4. Rizzo and Kelly talked about the lack of significant bouts between now and then, but also the ones that do just enough to keep the conversation going on this episode of RNC Radio. This hard-hitting analysis has helped make RNC Radio the longest-running MMA-based podcast in history, now in its 10th year. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Ronda Rousey's future as a fighter is in peril as we hit 2017. With Rousey's loss to Amanda Nunes at UFC 207, Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) and Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) took a hard look at what got the former champion to the top, why she fell, and where she can go from here. Their unique, in-depth analysis comes from a different angle; not the same recycled phrases and thoughts that have been bounding around the internet. This was a complete dissection, from opponents to career plateaus, and trainers to athletic history. They looked at WHY she would want to stay with fighting or leave, not IF she will. This hard-hitting analysis has helped make RNC Radio the longest-running MMA-based podcast in history, now in its 10th year. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Caroline Pearce has emerged as a star across the Atlantic and the Pacific. Americans and Canadians should expect to see and hear more of her soon. Pearce has moved from a career in international athletics to the side of the Octagon as a host for British-based BT Sport. When she is not interviewing the Conor McGregors of the world, she is sitting beside Gareth A. Davies talking about the happenings of the UFC. Otherwise, the newly minted Los Angelino could be on a plane to India, Australia or anywhere else around the world, where she might turn up on TV presenting a sport you may never have heard of, or convincing fitness buffs to Train Like a Gladiator on the Power Plates in their local gym (she's VERY convincing). If you cannot keep up with her, then she has the Total Body Collection app, available for iOS and Android, with DVDs available on Amazon Video. The most notable moment in Caroline's burgeoning career came when she scored a walk-and-talk interview with McGregor after the Irishman's defeat to Nate Diaz at UFC 196. Millions of folks viewed the BT Sport video in which Pearce used a bit of her athletic pedigree to keep up with McGregor as they walked and talked through the bowels of the MGM Grand Garden Arena, a place with which Caroline has a love-hate relationship (she explains why). Pearce broke down why she thinks her interviews with McGregor are consistently top notch, and what she thinks makes him a generational star, with insight few others have. She recounted her youth, going from a girl who ran before she walked, to competing internationally for England in athletics by age 15, to becoming a bobsledder and a Gladiator, to eventually settling in as the heptathlete of her business world. Caroline admitted she found more harsh criticism in front of the camera than she ever did as a competitive athlete, and gave thoughts about sexism in sports, the interesting turns at the top of a number of different UFC weight classes, and much more. Listen to RNC Radio by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

The odds maker himself, Nick Kalikas (@FightOdds), joined hosts Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on Rear Naked Choke Radio to talk bets, corruption and fights. Kalikas, who you can find on mmaoddsbreaker.com, came through to chat about betting lines surrounding UFC 205, UFC Belfast and Invicta FC 20. Gambling can be viewed as a seedy hobby, especially combat sports betting. Boxing has a history of throwing fights, corrupt promoters and paid off judges, but MMA has seemed to have steered clear of the shadiness. Kalikas shared what he's observed in 15 years of making MMA betting lines, and the lack of dirty acts in the MMA betting world. Kalikas also talked about UFC 205 and the close betting lines on the card. He explained how Raquel Pennington vs. Miesha Tate was a difficult line to work with leading up to the fights, why Yoel Romero's victory over Chris Weidman was an underdog bet more people should've capitalized on, and spoke about betting on the UFC golden boy, Conor McGregor. The trio looked at the betting lines on 5Dimes for Invicta FC 20, which takes place on Nov. 18. Focusing on the main event, Tonya Evinger vs. Yana Kunitskaya, Kalikas explained where Evinger would fit into the UFC women's bantamweight in terms of being an underdog. The hosts also got Kalikas' thoughts on the lopsided lines that seem to be a common theme in Invicta FC as of late. Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

You wouldn't be here if you didn't watch UFC 205, so let's just skip the lede. Amy Barton (@AmesBelle) joined the UFC 205 preview show and returned to discuss the aftermath on Rear Naked Choke Radio with Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA). Barton is the former host of Punch Drunk Radio and social media handler of MMA DieHards. She may not be in the MMA media game anymore, but she still keeps tabs on the UFC. The self-proclaimed â??Kick Ass Wonderchickâ?? is joining us for back-to-back shows to discuss the history-making event that is UFC 205. If you're an MMA fan living under a rock, you may not know Conor McGregor now holds the UFC lightweight and featherweight belts. You might not have heard about the Fight of the Night between UFC welterweight champion Tyron Woodley vs. Stephen Thompson at UFC 205. Maybe you didn't know Miesha Tate retired. Perhaps you don't know what sarcasm is, just saying. Basically, what we're saying is, there's not a lot to tell you about the event that smashed pay-per-view buys and UFC live gate records, because you obviously watched it. You're here, you're listening and we're talking UFC 205. In the words of referee Big John McCarthy, Let's Get It On!

The UFC stacked the card, so we stacked the show. King of the Dot's Corey Charron (@CharronKOTD) and Dirtbag Dan (@DirtBagDan408) , as well as former Punch Drunk Radio host Amy Barton (@AmesBelle) joined Rear Naked Choke Radio's Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) to preview the phenomenal card that is UFC 205. Charron and Dan made their bones on the battle rap circuit, but have since branched out into so many more avenues. Charron, a former MMA show host on MMA Cypher, is still a top tier battle rapper, but also runs his own business, records music and recently delved into stand-up comedy. Dan is the founder of The Dirtbag Dan Show, which can be found on YouTube, and he hosts BOTZ, a battle rap promotion in San Jose, Calif. While both gentlemen are well versed in word rhyming, they also have a close eye on the MMA scene. Barton is the former host of Punch Drunk Radio and social media handler of MMA DieHards. She may not be in the MMA media game anymore, but she still keeps tabs on the UFC and if you've heard her before, you know having something to say is never a problem for the self-proclaimed, "Kick Ass Wonderchick." Enough about them, though. UFC 205 is upon us and the foursome took the card apart, fight by fight. The top of the card features a lightweight championship bout between featherweight champ ion Conor McGregor and 155-pound title holder Eddie Alvarez. UFC 205 also features two other title fights, including a welterweight fight between champion Tyron Woodley vs Stephen Thompson, as well as a strawweight scrap between the champ, Joanna Jedrzejczyk, and Karolina Kowalkiewicz. The group of hosts gave their thoughts on the trio of title matches, plus the stacked preliminary card. Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

The new regime of the UFC is now in full force. Weeks removed from large layoffs outside the cage, the company heads full-steam into the signature event of a stacked 2016 campaign, on Nov. 12 in New York. The card at Madison Square Garden marks the legal return of the promotion to the Empire State, and the card is overloaded, from top to bottom. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) pull down the covers on the big questions of today, and look ahead to the years to come for the UFC under the ownership of WME. They examine how the company is giving itself a haircut in order to eventually grow its hair longer, how the UFC is like an awkward teenager who has shown a lot of promise but still must prove out to be worthy of prior accolades. Rizzo and Kelly break it all down, and even take a dig at the American Presidential candidates (it's not flattering). Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Just when you think a hilarious guest is about to join Rear Naked Choke Radio, a host gets comedic and fools the listeners. If youâ??d like to know what that means, you have to listen to Joe Rizzo (@Rearnakedchoke) trick Jason Kelly @(JayKellyMMA) as well as the pair talking about UFC 204, UFC 205, UFC 206, UFC this and UFC that. With the rematch of Michael Bisping and Dan Henderson on the verge of happening, Rizzo and Kelly talked about the middleweight title match and other bouts and on UFC 204. UFC 205 is the talk of the town, as it is taking place in New York City, so Rizzo and Kelly talked about the stacked event. And since this show is based out of New York and Toronto, they added some chatter about UFC 206 in T-Dot. Having so many big names on the card makes it hard to pick out which fights have the most potential to deliver fireworks, but the hosts predicted the bouts they expect to come through. Rizzo and Kelly also touched on some of the upcoming cards and the interesting fights as the year closes. Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

In the words of Jay Z, guess who's bizzack! Rear Naked Choke Radio hosts (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) talked the return of Canadian welterweight Jordan Mein, CM Punk and UFC 203, the UFC adding a women's flyweight division, and had a fun-filled show that ended on a serious tip. Mein showed potential from the beginning of his career, which began at 15 years old in a bout against a 16-year-old Rory MacDonald. Mein brought main stage attention to himself in Strikeforce, with a highlight-reel victory over Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos. After a 2-1 record in Strikeforce, Mein took a fight outside the organization and went on to compete in the UFC. Mein had great showings in the UFC, compiling a record of 3-2, before retiring at 24 years old. As the age old saying goes, Never Say Never, because Mein is allegedly returning to MMA. Rizzo and Kelly talked about Mein's time away, if he returns, who it benefits and how. With UFC 203 in the books and CM Punk behind us, the hosts talked about the event and the spectacle. Rizzo and Kelly tried to understand the complaining from the purest fans, but explained why nobody should be bitching. Along with addressing Punk's UFC debut, the hosts also talked about Jimmie Rivera's victory over Urijah Faber, Fabrico Werdum vs. Travis Browne, and heavyweight champion Stipe Miocic defeating Alistair Overeem. If you're a longtime listener of RNC Radio, you already know Rizzo wasn't letting a show go by without talking about women's MMA. Rizzo and Kelly talked about the 20-pound gap between the UFC strawweight and bantamweight divisions, as well as explained the benefits of a women's flyweight division. On a somber note, Rizzo and Kelly ended the show sending their condolences to the Florian family. Former UFC title contender and current UFC commentator Kenny Florian lost his brother, Kirk, and the news came out during recording. We wish the the Florian family strength and send out prayers in this difficult time. Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

It was a lengthy one, and the topics went far and beyond MMA, but Rear Naked Choke Radio is back from vacation. So much has happened since Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) were last on the mics, but they got right back into it by talking UFC 202, UFC on Fox 21's main event between Carlos Condit and Demian Maia, some WWE, and whatever else popped up in the hang, including battle rap. Rizzo and Kelly talked about Condit's decision to fight Maia, after stating he'd only fight for a title. The hosts also talked about Anthony Pettis' drop to featherweight, what a win over Charles Oliveira will do for him and where he still ranks in the lightweight division. Speaking of fighters demanding a specific fight or no fight, Nate Diaz said he wants a trilogy fight with Conor McGregor, after losing to the Irishman at UFC 202. Rizzo and Kelly discussed other fights Diaz would be foolish not to take, as well as the upside to battling McGregor again immediately. Along with the talk about CM Punk's UFC debut, the hosts talked about other MMA-related pro wrestling news. Brock Lesnar, who defeated Mark Hunt at UFC 200, took his MMA skills back to WWE and dropped elbows on Randy Orton's head, resulting in gash that needed 10 staples to close. Rizzo and Kelly talked about the scripted WWE's storyline and the incident that took place with Lesnar and Orton. While hanging and chatting about MMA, Rizzo and Kelly went off the rails and discussed politics, King of the Dot battle rap, Dancing with the Stars, MMA Reddit and other chats. Some might call it nonsense, some might call it gold. You'll have to listen to find out. Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Shayna Baszler is not ready to leave MMA for good, but she is in the midst of a spectacular shift into professional wrestling. The Queen of Spades (@QoSBaszler) hung with Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and talked everything from her training with Nattie Niedhart and the Bella Twins at the WWE Performance Center, to her friendship with Ronda Rousey and the Four Horsewomen on RNC Radio (@RNCRadio). Baszler recounted her matriculation into the pro wrestling scene and explained how she made the move there from MMA, noting the similarities and differences between the two. She still trains daily as an MMA fighter, but she is working for the Shimmer promotion, which she explained is similar to a wrestling version of Invicta FC. Baszler recently was allowed to train at the WWE Performance Center, and gave an amazing account of what happened behind the scenes with her friend Nattie, and how watching her train with the Bellas was at once awe-inspiring, motivational and poetic. How did the Four Horsewomen end up at SummerSlam? It had everything to do with a private message from CM Punk to the Queen of Spades, who gave a behind-the-scenes look at Rousey's throw of Triple H at Wrestlemania. While she moves closer to pro wrestling stardom, Baszler aspires for at least one more MMA fight, and she explained why. As a cornerwoman and friend, she also gave insight into the recent struggles of teammate Jessamyn Duke's recent struggles. RNC Radio is insightful, intelligent and fun. Listen by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher, or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

UFC 201 is here, and we at Rear Naked Choke Radio want you to make better bets. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) have their unique take on how to handle MMA cards from the angle of the bettor. RNC Radio (@RNCRadio) has a tact for when it comes to making your plays: Make your opinions, play them over and over, and optimize your chances to cash again and again. Whether you're a fan of headliner and defending welterweight champion Robbie Lawler who just likes to put down a couple of bucks on him whenever he fights, or you're looking to make some plays where you can find the best value, this show can be helpful. Rizzo and Kelly broke down what they think are some value plays up and down the ticket and gave examples of how to put together tickets regardless of who you like. RNC Radio is insightful, intelligent and fun (especially when you win!). Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

If you think you heard crickets during the show, it's not dead air. Serving as a third host, FOX Sports 1's Laura Sanko (@Laura_Sanko) - and her crickets - joined Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) to talk Invicta FC 18, UFC 201, the state of women's MMA , Bellator and Michael "Venom" Page. Sanko, who handles in-cage post-fight interviews for Invicta FC, broke down Invicta FC 18, which takes place on July 29 at the Scottish Rite Temple in Kansas City, Mo. Sanko talked about the main event, a bout featuring Alexa Grasso vs. Jodie Esquibel, as well as other notable names on the card, such as Jessamyn Duke, Mizuki Inoue, Peggy Morgan and more. Sanko makes her FOX Sports 1 debut at UFC Fight Night 92 on Aug. 6, and she's paying close attention to what's going on in the Octagon. The welterweight title is on the line on July 30, when champion Robbie Lawler attempts to defend his belt against Tyron Woodley at UFC 201. Sanko talked about the fight and other bouts on the card, including a women's strawweight co-main event match between Rose Namajunas and Karolina Kowalkiewicz. Kelly brought up a question Sanko asked him nearly two years ago on Rear Naked Choke Radio, regarding the stability of women's MMA. The trio of hosts found answers, and talked about the growth of women's MMA and the depth of star-status female combatants. At Bellator 158, "Venom" shattered Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos' forehead with a wicked flying knee. Sanko talked about being a fan of Page and how she and Rizzo have once again begun to embrace Bellator. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Dr. Faisal Rehman is a kidney specialist who focuses on internal medicine as the Site Chief of Medicine at University Hospital in London, Ontario's Western University. Dr. Rehman joined hosts Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on Rear Naked Choke Radio to talk Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos' life-threatening injury, Jon Jones' failed USADA test, Brock Lesnar's similar violation and other MMA-related injuries as well as the health and sciences behind a mixed martial arts athlete. "Cyborg" was the victim of a flying-knee knockout from Michael "Venom" Page at Bellator 158. The concern is the injury Santos suffered from the blow. Along with a fractured skull, Santos suffered swelling of the brain and was kept under doctor's care in a London hospital. Dr. Rehman explained the severity of the injury, the immediate precautionary measures taken after the bout and the expected recovery. Santos' injury is a misfortune of competing in a sport that can produce brutal results, however, Jones' and Lesnar's respective misfortunes were the result of their own doing. Jones tested positive for two estrogen blockers and was removed from UFC 200 three days ahead of his would-be challenge of light heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier. Lesnar competed at UFC 200 against Mark Hunt and won a unanimous decision, but is now facing suspension and possibly having the victory overturned to a no-contest following a USADA violation, which he blames on his asthma medication. Dr. Rehman explained the medication each combatant took, how they affect the body and why they are banned substances and performance enhancing drugs. Being a nephrologist (kidney medicine), Dr. Rehman explained how weight cutting is quite possibly the most dangerous part of combat sports. Dehydration, organ failure and poor performance are well-known side effects of of weight cutting, but the risk for concussion increases exponentially when weight is shed incorrectly. The good doctor also shared his thoughts on some of MMA's battles, both inside and outside the cage. Dr. Rehman spoke about pain killers vs. marijuana, and effects of alcohol on a pro athlete. when weight is shed incorrectly. Being a resident of Ontario, and a student at Adrenaline Training Center, Rehman spoke about the benefits of being a ringside physician in the province for the UFC, as well as someone who trains and has competed in combat sports. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Jimmie Rivera joined hosts Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on Rear Naked Choke Radio to talk his upcoming fight, the UFC sale, his gym, UFC-champion training partners and Reebok. Rivera, who is on a 18-win streak, meets Urijah Faber on Sept. 10 at UFC 203 at the Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland. Rivera talked about the chance to improve his record against Faber, how he approaches fighting well-established fighter and his respect for "The California Kid." Rivera also spoke about the biggest news in the history of the UFC. Days before this show the UFC announced they sold to WME l IMG for a whopping $4.2 billion, which has media speculating some fighters may be wondering where their piece of the pie is. Rivera gave his thoughts on the price tag, how the UFC operates and his satisfaction with Dana White. Rivera runs a Tiger Schulmann's gym, but trains alongside names such as Frankie Edgar, Eddie Alvarez and other UFC champs and veterans, including old friend Katlyn Chookagian. Rivera talked about the benefits of being a teacher to students, and a student of mixed martial artists at the top of the sport. The Reebok deal didn't exactly win over fans and fighters. While Rivera admitted he doesn't know anyone that has purchased one of his Reebok kits, but he and Rizzo plotted a way to increase the popularity of Rivera's, stealing a script from soccer. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Laura Sanko joined Joe Rizzo to give hard-hitting, intelligent analysis of UFC 200, and also dropped some career news near the end of the show. Sanko (@Laura_Sanko on Twitter and Instagram) is the cage reporter for Invicta FC and has acted as a co-host during her many appearances on RNC Radio (@RNCRadio). Sitting in for Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) for the recap, Sanko helped Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) with a critical breakdown of the event. Not only did they go fight-by-fight for what happened in the cage, but they also assessed the mood of the event as it took shape. Somehow, the stacked card did not register anywhere near its lofty potential, and they gave their thoughts why this was the case, and what happened along the way to back up their overall opinions, from the hot early start on the Fight Pass prelims to the lackluster FS1 matches, to the strange structure of the main card. Sanko also gave a detailed explanation of the incident in which Invicta 135-pound champion Tonya Evinger gave her an impromptu kiss during their live post-match interview, and later went on to talk about her new role coming up in August with FOX Sports 1. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Two cards down and it's time to blow the bankroll on Anderson Silva. Rear Naked Choke Radio hosts Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) talked about the fights and betting results for UFC Fight Night 90 and The Ultimate Fighter 23 Finale, as well their views on UFC 200. Reflecting on the first two UFC events during International Fight Week, Rizzo and Kelly looked back at how their bets played out. The hosts also talked about Eddie Alvarez's lightweight title victory over Rafael dos Anjos and Joanna Jedrzejczyk's decision win against Claudia Gadelha. Looking at UFC 200 mere hours before its commencement, Rizzo and Kelly talked about the Canadian's impulsive bet on Silva. UFC 200 is stacked with superstars and bouts that could headline any pay per view or Fight Night and the hosts gave their picks for each fight. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Leave it up to Jon Jones to give us even more to talk about during the biggest UFC fight week they've ever held. SIRIUS XM Rush 93 host and MMAMania.com writer Michael Stets (@Michael_Stets) joined Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on Rear-Naked Choke Radio to talk about Jones' latest mishap, the cringe-worthy press conference, what this means for his future and his would-be opponent, Daniel Cormier. Jones failed a test administered by USADA and was removed from the UFC 200 main event. Expected to face the light heavyweight champion, Cormier, Jones instead is looking at a two-year suspension and is in the court of public opinion after ruining the main event of the biggest UFC fight card in the history of the organization. Fans are livid over the fact that they will not witness Cormier vs. Jones 2, but the champ is suffering the most. Not only was this Cormier's chance to avange his sole loss, it was undoubtedly the biggest payday f his life. Stets and Kelly talked about possible option for keeping Cormier on the card and ho the champ handled himself at the press conference when the news was broke that Jones was out. Jones' press conference, however, didn't go as well. Jones was in tears and appeared to show an emotional side, but at times flashed a grin of arrogance. He was hard to gauge. His manager, Malki Kawa, fieled questions for Jones, which nobody was a fan of. Then Jones' PR woman, Denise White, capped off the press conference with an awkward short speech. Stets and Kelly touched on how bizarre the whole ordeal was. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Nick Kalikas (@FightOdds), the man beihnd the betting lines, joined Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) to go in depth on the UFC 200 betting lines and angles. Taking fight-by-fight, line-by-line, the trio gave opinions and strategies on where to lay your cash. Aside from swapping thoughts on fights and bets for UFC 200, Kalikas shed some wisdom on mixing parlay bets between multiple cards. UFC Fight Night 90, The Ultimate Fighter 23 Finale and UFC 200 have a combined 31 bouts, and it's tempting to lay bets on three cards in as many days. Kalikas, Rizzo and Kelly talked about the benefits of betting across various UFC events. Can Brock Lesnar regain his championship form against Mark Hunt? Is it worth it for backers of Jon Jones to bet him against Daniel Cormier? Should you make Frankie Edgar or Jose Aldo part of your parlay? To cap it off, Kelly and Kalikas revisited a conversation they had on RNC Radio two years ago, when CM Punk was signed to the UFC. Kelly asked Kalikas if it was possible for Punk to come in as a favorite on the betting lines. Kalikas explained why at the time, but Mickey Gall has since changed the reason and Punk a proper underdog. There was even a preview of an upcoming fight between Lauren Murphy and occasional RNC Radio co-host Katlyn Chookagian (@BlondeFighter), who is making her UFC debut on the Sioux Falls, SD card. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Wanna bet the finale of the UFC's Ultimate Fighter 23 card? Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) broke it all down for the middle show of the promotion's three big days. The Ultimate Fighter 23 Finale is headlined by UFC strawweight champion Joanna JÄ?drzejczyk and top contender Cláudia Gadelha. Rizzo and Kelly dissected the close betting line and discussed reasons for the small spread, seeing as JÄ?drzejczyk has been so dominant since winning a split decision in their first meeting. The hosts also looked at some underdogs, such as Ross Pearson, who fights former Bellator lightweight champion Will Brooks. Rizzo and Kelly disagreed on a couple of bouts and provided their thoughts on why each selected a certain fighter to win and why they would place their wager on the combatant. International Fight Week has the UFC hosting three events in as many days. Rizzo and Kelly touched on the best way to capitalize on your bets by starting with solid bets and parlaying between events. They explained why it's just as important to take time constructing bets as picking the winners. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

With all the UFC 200 talk, it's been easy to overlook UFC Fight Night 90. Rear Naked Choke Radio's Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) took a look a UFC Fight Night 90 competitors and betting lines. They want you to make better bets, optimize your opinions and limit risk. UFC Fight Night 90 takes place on July 7 at the MGM Grand Garden Arena in Las Vegas. The event features a main-event lightweight title fight between the champ, Rafael dos Anjos, and the challenger, Eddie Alvarez. Rizzo and Kelly examined the bout and the betting line, which lists the former Bellator lightweight champion as quite a significant underdog to dos Anjos. Other fights discussed on UFC Fight Night 90 were Roy Nelson meeting Derrick Lewis in a heavyweight tilt, Anthony Birchak facing Dileno Lopes, John Makdessi taking on Mehdi Baghdad, and Gilbert Burns vs. Å?ukasz Sajewski. Rizzo and Kelly also took a quick look at the remaining bouts, betting lines and over/unders on UFC Fight Night 90. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Battle rapper Corey Charron was talking bars, bashing and bullshit on Rear Naked Choke Radio. Charron (@CharronKOTD), a longtime friend of the show, joined Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA to talk two of the trio's favorite things, MMA and battle rap. The hosts also talked about a new addition to the UFC women's bantamweight division, Katlyn Chookagian. Aside from being one of the world's top battle rappers, a recording artist, possibly the best freestyler on the planet and an aspiring actor, Charron is also an avid MMA fan. Rizzo, Kelly and Charron got into conversations about Conor McGregor, the stacked event known as UFC 200, Chael Sonnen, trash-talking fighters and all things MMA. Outside of MMA, Charron talked about the battle rap culture and how it's changed since he first graced the KOTD stage. Charron's performances have led to many other avenues of success, such as acting, concerts with people he's looked up to his entire life, starting his own business and more. Charron's most recent target was a brave man that challenged any battle rapper to a showdown that involved putting up $100,000 of their own money. Charron, not taking the threat lightly, gave the challenger, Nick Cannon, more than he could bargain for with one short round. Charron talked about the positives that came from roasting the Wild 'N Out star, who was married to Mariah Carey for a short time. Self promotion and victorious performances are the combination that makes a battle rapper or mixed marital artist successful. Charron talked about fighters that know how to brand themselves as well as be perform at the highest level and how he can relate to their formula for success. He also touched on the the backlash of being the mouthpiece ahead of a match and taking a whooping during it. Being Canadian, Charron is not surprisingly a fan of Georges St. Pierre. The battle emcee talked about the French Canadian's return and who he'd cheer for in hypothetical matchups. It's patriotic. Rizzo also talked about how he and Chookagian have been friends since prior to the fighter's first amateur MMA bout. He talked about Chookagian's career and explained how he's watched the Jamal Patterson-trained combatant along the way to a 7-0 record. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Business as usual, and like Bachman Turner Overdrive, Rear Naked Choke Radio is taking care of it. Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) discussed the ramifications of the UFC reportedly accepting a bid for $4.2 billion, the return of Georges St. Pierre, Bellator: Dynamite, athletic commissions and the competence of MMA judges. Flocombat.com writer Jeremy Botter reported the alleged sale of the UFC and it's been a buzzing topic of conversation since. The hosts talked how new ownership would affect UFC president Dana White, the fighters, broadcasting partners and those employed by the world's top MMA organization. The biggest MMA star from Canada, who left the sport three years ago with welterweight championship intact, St. Pierre announced on The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani that his is ready to return to the cage. The French Canadian stated that he would like to return against middleweight champion Michael Bisping and challenge for the belt. Rizzo and Kelly talked about the 35-year-old's chances against Bisping, the sales for a fight featuring a Canadian and a Englishman, if GSP deserves the bout and other possible opponents. Because they felt they should, Rizzo and Kelly touched on Bellator: Dynamite. The event featured a mix of MMA and kickboxing, with fighters including Michael Chandler, Joe Schilling, Rampage Jackson and more. The hosts spoke about the champion once-and-again, Chander, Schilling's knockout loss against Hisaki Kato, Jackson's questionable decision victory and the shenanigans that seem to always follow around Bellator. While Bellator wasn't in question, the shoddy judging was. Rizzo and Kelly talked about the ongoing problems athletic commissions face, the lack of competent judges and a possible solution for some of their issues. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Editor's note* At the time of recording Global Warriors 3 was scheduled to take place on June 24. The event is now postponed. It's not uncommon for a fighter to have a moniker, but how many aliases can one man have? Josh "The Gentleman" Hill (@gentlemanjhill) joined Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) on Rear Naked Choke Radio to talk his WSOF bantamweight title fight, Global Warriors FC 3, MMA in Ontario and his many nicknames, which are hilarious. Hill meets WSOF 135-pound champ Marlon Moraes at WSOF 32 on July 30 at the Xfinity Arena in Everett, Wash. Hill and Moraes squared off for a WSOF title fight in 2015, but the Canadian lost an razor close decision and it remains the only loss on his professional MMA record. Hill talked about the difference heading into the rematch and explained why he will walk away a crowned champion. Hill was supposed to headline Global Warriors FC 3, but was forced to withdraw for his WSOF title shot. A native of Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, Hill is a big draw and major supporter of combat sports in his backyard. Even though he is not competing at GWFC 3. he will be in attendance as a special guest. Hill talked about the event, fighters on the card and how much MMA is suffering in the province. WHile embarking on a legacy of his own, Hill talked about another Canadian legend that rtecently announced his return to Hill, or Sebastian as some of you may know him as, talked about his obscure side jobs that provide new nicknames and an absurd amount of hilarity. Hill has modeled for fitness magazines, can be seen on the cover of a romance novel, stripped for old ladies and recently picked up the name Jack Linwood, a bubble soccer player with a shady past. Have a listen and get to know Sebastian "Gentleman" Linwood, or as we call him, Josh. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Fathers' Day is complete. After a night of rare third-round finishes and an established welterwieght title contender, Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) talked UFC Fight Night 89 on Rear Naked Choke Radio. Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson won a dominant unanimous decision against Rory MacDonald in the night's main event, which solidified his spot as the No. 1 contender in the UFC's welterweight division. Rizzo and Kelly talked about Thompson's outstanding performance in Ottawa and 26-year-old MacDonald's future. Valerie Letourneau vs. Joanne Calderwood marked the first-ever female flyweight fight in the Octagon. Calderwood won via TKO in an exciting fight, but missed out on a performance bonus. The hosts discussed Calderwood's Instagram post claiming she will have to work in her home country of Scotland to raise funds and return to Tristar in Canada to train, as well as the possibility and reason a woman's flyweight division is needed. Rizzo and Kelly also looked at other results from the card, including Donald Cerrone over Patrick C�´t�©, Steve Boss�© beating Sean O'Connell, Misha Cirkunov's finish of Ion Cutelaba, Olivier Aubin-Mercier's rally versus Thibault Gouti and the rest of the fights on UFC Fight Night 89. The Rizzo triplets also gave their special thoughts on Fathers Day. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Fedor Emelianenko, the Last Emperor, might have had his last fight. Hours after his controversial majority decision over Fabio Maldonado at EFN 50 in St. Petersburg, Russia, Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) broke down Fedor's fight and outlook. Fedor was granted the decision, but appeared to lose the fight badly and was physically battered en route to the final bell of the three-round contest with the former UFC heavyweight. Maldonado repeatedly had Fedor out on his feet in the first round, and Rizzo and Kelly took a look at why the fight was allowed to continue. What will come of Fedor from here on in? Joe and Jay gave a career path for the MMA hero. They also broke down where Fedor belongs on the all-time lists for heavyweights and mixed martial artists, and you might be surprised at some of the observations and the names in the conversation. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA. The all-time archive of RNC Radio is available on Talkshoe at http://www.talkshoe.com/talkshoe/web/talkCast.jsp?masterId=25116&cmd=tc.

Giving away tickets to an MMA event, handing out swag, letting a guest co-host run the show and teaching the term #WeAreNotReebok are just things we do on RNC Radio, Global Warriors Fighting Championships and well-known Ontario mixed martial artist Adam Assenza (@ADAMMaverick1)and Adam Machechern from Martial Law apparel (@MLC_Empire), one of the biggest sponsors the province's fighters have ever had, joined Rear-Naked Choke Radio host Jason Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) and guest co-host Alex "Pecker" Gasson (@PeckingClaw) to talk GWFC 3, sponsoring fighters, gymnastics, business and, of course, MMA. Global Warriors 3 takes place June 24 at the Brantford Civic Centre in Brantford, Ontario, Canada, and the event features a plethora of Ontario mixed martial artists. Assenza is a staple on the Ontario MMA scene. A Score Fighting Series veteran making his second appearance in the GWFC cage, Assenza spoke about his upcoming bout against Tristan Connelly, consistently fighting above his weight class to get to compete, his athletic background in gymnastics and his various business endeavors. Along with the serious talk, Pecker and Kelly busted Assenza's chops for his lack of social media use. Like, damn, he hasn't responded to either host on Facebook in years and they've been supporting him since the start of his career, but Assenza always made sure to reply to his number one sponsor, Marital Law. Machechern started Martial Law nearly five years ago in an effort to assist fighters with revenue for training, as well as give them a brand that is professional and clean. Being an intelligent, well-spoken, successful man, Machechern doesn't need to operate Martial Law, but out of passion he's built a respectable brand that Ontarian mixed martial artists consider an asset in their corner. jkhkjhk talked about his experience in the MMA apparel business, sponsoring fighters and events, as well as his coined hashtag, #WeAreNotReebok. Be sure to listen to this episode for a chance to win a pair of tickets to GWFC 3, free clothing from Martial Law and learn a thing or two. It's like an episode of Oprah giving away cars up in this bitch. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

UFC Fight Night 89 takes place in the Canadian capital of Ottawa, Ontario, and being that Rear Naked Choke Radio host Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) is from The Great White North, Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) had to give a lesson on betting with your head and not your heart. UFC FN 89 is headlined by Rory MacDonald and the Wonderboy, Stephen Thompson. Other than MacDonald, other Canadians featured on the card include Quebec's Patrick Cote, Olivier Aubin-Mercier and Valérie Létourneau, as well as Jason Saggo, Elias Theodorou, Misha Cirkunov and Rando Markos, who are from Kelly's province of Ontario. To make matters worse, some of the Canadians' opponents, like Donald Cerrone and Sam Alvey, are fighters Kelly doesn't like to bet against. Rizzo spoke about playing over-unders to your advantage and avoid making the mistake of betting unintelligent if players find the individual fighter betting lines unattractive for the most part. The two fights talked about in depth were the female bouts on the card, Létourneau vs. Joanne Calderwood and Markos vs. Jocelyn Jones-Lybarger, and their fights provide unique avenues to optimize your wagers. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

Anthony Birchak, the UFC bantamweight and our pal, joined Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) and Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) to catch up on being a dad, being a fighter and being a gym owner, as well as give his thoughts on the media and their shenanigans. Birchak (@ABirchakMMA) was let down his guard and allowed feelings flow about being a father and how life has changed since turning 30. "El Toro" talked about being away from his children for Father's Day in order to fight Dileno Lopes at UFC Fight Night 90 on July 7 in Las Vegas and how it motivates him to show his kids how to strive and sacrifice to achieve their goals. On a lighter note, Birchak recalled being mistreated by the media and how he's learned to refrain from saying what's really on his mind. He talked about a certain Periscope incident was blown out of proportion and Birchak explained how his wife now screens his tweets from time to time. Being a mixed martial artist, part-owner of Luta Elite Management and having other business endeavors wasn't enough to keep Birchak busy, so he is opening a 10th Planet gym in Tuscon, Ariz. Birchak talked about the facility and how the opportunity came about, as well as a possible promo video coming former Kelly co-host and battle rapper Corey Charron. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.

The latest UFC gossip in a busy week is one thing, but there is nothing like getting to know your favorite co-hosts, so spend some time getting to know Jay and Joe. Jay Kelly (@JayKellyMMA) gives some insight into his life as a kid athlete, and Joe Rizzo (@RearNakedChoke) gave some thoughts about his unique background. But it did not get in the way of talking about the world of MMA, from betting lines for the main event of UFC Fight Night 89 in Ottawa, Ontario, to actor Sam Heughan's tweet back to Rizzo (even though Kelly still does not know who he is). But one thing Kelly knows is MMA Reddit, and he explained why he likes it and a bit of how it works. The conversation twisted from Michael Bisping's trainer and recent RNC Radio guest Jason Parillo, to who the best athlete in the history of Cole Harbour, Nova Scotia is (hint: Sidney Crosby vs. TJ Grant isn't much of a fight when it comes to this battle). There was even talk of the Stanley Cup Finals Game 5 in which the San Jose Sharks staved off elimination in beating Crosby's Pittsburgh Penguins. For about the 10th time this year, RNC Radio is enjoying its best week ever, and would like to thank the growing audience for their support. Listen to Rear Naked Choke Radio (@RNCRadio) by subscribing via iTunes, Stitcher or by checking us out via our content partners at CombatPress.com. Don't forget to like our Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/RNCRadio, and find us YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1xs5I0-enSyN5ddDbqORwA.