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Big Sexy Sean McCorkle Part 2 - UFC Exit, Monte Cox, Steroids, Wild Post-UFC Fights & More | Episode 333Big Sexy Sean McCorkle returns for an even more unfiltered Part 2. Shawn opens up about his controversial UFC departure after Joe Silva's warnings about his tweets, the “risk vs reward” conversation, and his raw farewell message. He dives deep into his relationship with manager Monty Cox, handshake deals, pay-per-view points battles, and behind-the-scenes UFC politics with Dana White, the Fertittas, and discretionary bonuses.Sean shares hilarious and chaotic post-UFC stories: the legendary Mike Hayes fight hype prank that hit Yahoo Sports, last-minute opponent negotiations, cutting to 285 on Winstrol/Anavar, the Cameron Befort (not Vitor Belfort) finish, and a wild post-fight “Fidel Castro / Free Cuba” shoutout in Miami. He also discusses steroid cycles, weight cuts, near-misses with Jason Guida, Bellator dealings, and memorable run-ins with Travis Brown, Matt Mitrione, Brendan Schaub, and more.Plus: the WWE offer, pro wrestling stories, family life, his son's comedy ambitions, and why he has zero regrets living life on his own terms.Drop your questions for Part 3 in the comments — we're bringing Big Sexy back!Subscribe for more early UFC, EliteXC, Cage Rage, and regional MMA history deep dives.The MMA History Podcast preserves raw, untold stories from the pioneers who built the sport.0:00 start0:43 MMA history podcast intro 1:15 Joey Venti's guest introduction1:31 interview start 2:00 getting recognized internationally4:27 departing from the UFC7:41 UFC becoming anti free speech 10:54 dealings with Monte Cox 14:42 thoughts on Dana White 15:55 UFC not paying fighters for public appearances19:45 looking for fights after UFC release20:52 issues with Sam Hoger 22:14 hyping up fight with Mike Hayes “ canceled bout” 32:41 offered fight with Tony Lopez 33:31 negotiating fight with Cameron Befort 39:37 Sean McCorkle vs Cameron Befort 39:47 controversial post fight interview41:58 understanding fight capabilities 45:10 bad experience with the Schmo46:29 travis Brown story52:32 Sean McCorkle vs Alex Rozman54:03 turning down Hollywood producers56:22 getting an offer from the WWE 57:35 meeting professional wrestlers at signings1:00:56 talking to Alex Rozman after fight 1:04:05 sending Alex Rozman money for commissary1:07:06 UFC refusing to let Sean McCorkle return 1:08:42 the Fertitta brothers ties to the Mob1:10:15 Sean McCorkle vs Justin Grizzard1:12:34 interactions with Alex Trujillo 1:14:12 Sean McCorkle vs Richard White 1:16:01 Pat Curran vs Joe Warren “bad stoppage” 1:19:29 Sean McCorkle vs Christian Morecraft 1:21:51 Joe Silva refusing to book local fighters1:23:57 receiving front row tickets from Dana White 1:28:14 next chapter of fight career 1:29:38 Sean McCorkle's son pursuing comedy 1:31:11 roasting Brandon Schaub online 1:36:36 issues with hosting a podcast 1:39:03 having unbelievable stories1:43:03 interview wrap up  1:43:13 outro/ closing thoughts#MMAHistoryPodcast #UFC #MMA #MontyCox #JoeSilva #UFCFighters #SteroidsInMMA #FighterStories #CombatSports

Welcome back to Thursday Night AMP! Stevie J & Peter H talk about pro wrestling news. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. Any support would be appreciated. Thank you. Also our friend and co-host Arya Witner's new book is available right now for Amazon Kindle and Unlimited. Please go check it out!

Better late than never. The guys recapped last week’s Warehouse card which turned out to be fun. After that the Analysis previewed the UFC White House card which is a great 7 fight card with a bunch of propaganda between the fights. Direct Download: The MMA Analysis – UFC Freedom 250 Preview Consensus Mush of […]

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Former Strikeforce World Champion, UFC veteran, Bellator star, and Weighing In podcast host Josh Thompson joins Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen to break down the UFC White House card, Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane, Michael Chandler's future, Belal Muhammad's championship run, fighter aging, media criticism in combat sports, and the biggest questions facing MMA today. The guys also discuss Josh Thompson's transition from fighting to media, Big John McCarthy's return to officiating, youth sports, lacrosse, fighter development, wrestling vs striking, Jon Jones' legacy, and whether Alex Pereira can become one of the greatest combat sports athletes ever.Former Strikeforce World Champion, UFC veteran, Bellator star, and Weighing In podcast host Josh Thompson joins Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen to break down the UFC White House card, Alex Pereira vs Ciryl Gane, Michael Chandler's future, Belal Muhammad's championship run, fighter aging, media criticism in combat sports, and the biggest questions facing MMA today.The guys also discuss Josh Thompson's transition from fighting to media, Big John McCarthy's return to officiating, youth sports, lacrosse, fighter development, wrestling vs striking, Jon Jones' legacy, and whether Alex Pereira can become one of the greatest combat sports athletes ever. Quince - Refresh your wardrobe with Quince. Go to http://quince.com/fighter for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's http://quince.com/fighterShopify - Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://www.shopify.com/fighterO'Reilly - Stop by O'Reilly Auto Parts today or visit us at oreillyauto.com/FIGHTER that's oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERProgressive - See if you could save when you switch to Progressive. You'll feel good about making a savvy choice. Visit https://www.progressive.com/ and see if you can enjoy a little extra cash back.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

What separates a good cinematographer from one that directors, producers, and talent repeatedly trust with high-pressure productions?In this episode, cinematographer Jared Hess shares hard-earned lessons from over a decade shooting for ESPN, WWE, Bellator, and major fight promotions. From filming in dangerous neighborhoods and chaotic gyms to working directly with elite athletes and unpredictable environments, Jared explains why technical skill alone is never enough. The real job is managing people, emotions, pressure, and trust while still delivering cinematic images under impossible conditions.But beneath the stories of cameras and production lies a deeper conversation about collaboration, leadership, and surviving the modern filmmaking industry. Jared breaks down how cinematographers can build trust with directors and talent, why ego destroys sets, the importance of preparation, working without enough time or money, and how maintaining calm energy can completely transform an interview or production day. For indie filmmakers and aspiring DPs, this episode becomes a practical masterclass on professionalism, communication, and visual storytelling under pressure.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/indie-film-hustle-a-filmmaking-podcast--2664729/support.

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The MMA Analysis is back after an extended break. The guys recapped UFC Macau and then dove into this week’s Warehouse card. One more week until UFC ‘Murica which is absolutely stacked. Direct Download: The MMA Analysis – UFC Fight Night 278 Muhammad vs Bonfim Preview Consensus Mush of the Week: Chandler/Cachoeira O2.5 -120 1U

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We lost our dear friend Jordan Breen a year ago today. As a special tribute, courtesy of TJ De Santis at The Rounds Podcast, here's a special compilation of all five episodes of the Sherdog Radio Network's Press Row that our own David Bixenspan appeared on with Jordan. For more of Jordan's audio output, check out not just the archive at The Rounds, which has the remaining archives of the SRN shows (including David's appearances with Jordan and Jack Encarnacao on The Roundtable and Beatdown After the Bell), the shows we did with Jordan that are available right here in the BTS archive, like the Brawl for All deep dive, and the archive of Jordan and David's Two Scoops podcast, which is currently housed in a Google Drive folder.Rest easy, buddy.If you'd like to make a donation in Jordan's memory, please consider the GoFundMe page for the Jordan Breen Scholarship Fund.Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Bellator 149 Ratings, Freakshows with David BixenspanThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen is joined by MMA and pro-wrestling writer David Bixenspan discuss Bellator 149's dreadful product and outstanding ratings success, whther Kimbo Slice-Herschel Walker is what's next for Bellator and what the future of freakshow fights should look like in MMA.Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Mayweather-McGregor, Weird MMA-Wrestling Tie-Ups with David BixenspanThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Between the Sheets” co-host David Bixenspan honor the ongoing and insane Conor McGregor-Floyd Mayweather discussion with a stream of consciousness conversation about some of their favorite weird MMA crossovers, from Mexican luchadores invading Deep, New Japan Pro Wrestling's flirtations with MMA and Lyoto Machida initially being pegged as a pro wrestler when he first debuted under the wing of Antonio Inoki.Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Wrestling-MMA Shenanigans, Ultimate Ken Shamrock with David BixenspanThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Between the Sheets” co-host David Bixenspan renew their previous discussion of the weird kissing cousins relationship between MMA and pro-wrestling, discussing Brock Lesnar's upcoming return at UFC 200, a strange stable of obese MMA veterans in Zero-One Pro-Wrestling, whether K-1 and World Wrestling Entertainment veteran Sylvester Terkay could've been an MMA star and the importance of the forgotten “Ultimate Ken Shamrock” pay-per-view.Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Give an In-Depth Character Sketch of Brock LesnarThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Between the Sheets” co-host David Bixenspan celebrate Brock Lesnar's return to the Octagon at UFC 200 by analyzing some of the strange parts of the former UFC heavyweight champion's personality and history, from feuding with Shane Carwin over who has bigger hands, his infamous post-UFC 100 promo, his marriage to Rena “Sable” Mero and why their union is uniquely intriguing and what a successful multimillionaire like Lesnar does with all his money given his simple, ascetic lifestyle.Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Discuss the Surreal Build-Up to CM Punk's MMA DebutThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and Wrestling Observer contributor David Bixenspan discuss the nearly two-year odyssey that has led us to “CM Punk” Phil Brooks finally making his MMA debut at UFC 203, the questionable circumstances around the Ohio Athletic Commission licensing him, why using Mickey Gall as Brooks' debut opponent was a mistake, how Brooks' MMA foray has changed his reputation in the pro-wrestling world and how Brooks' Octagon attempt will be remembered compared to other professional wrestlers' flirtations with MMA.Timestamps:0:00:00 Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Bellator 149 Ratings, Freakshows with David Bixenspan (Feb 24, 2016)0:38:34 Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Mayweather-McGregor, Weird MMA-Wrestling Tie-Ups with David Bixenspan (Jun 01, 2016)1:21:33 Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Wrestling-MMA Shenanigans, Ultimate Ken Shamrock with David Bixenspan (Jun 29, 2016)2:09:53 Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Give an In-Depth Character Sketch of Brock Lesnar (Jul 06, 2016)3:16:45 Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Discuss the Surreal Build-Up to CM Punk's MMA Debut (Sep 07, 2016) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

We lost our dear friend Jordan Breen a year ago today. As a special tribute, courtesy of TJ De Santis at The Rounds Podcast, here's a special compilation of all five episodes of the Sherdog Radio Network's Press Row that our own David Bixenspan appeared on with Jordan. For more of Jordan's audio output, check out not just the archive at The Rounds, which has the remaining archives of the SRN shows (including David's appearances with Jordan and Jack Encarnacao on The Roundtable and Beatdown After the Bell), the shows we did with Jordan that are available right here in the BTS archive, like the Brawl for All deep dive, and the archive of Jordan and David's Two Scoops podcast, which is currently housed in a Google Drive folder.Rest easy, buddy.If you'd like to make a donation in Jordan's memory, please consider the GoFundMe page for the Jordan Breen Scholarship Fund.Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Bellator 149 Ratings, Freakshows with David BixenspanThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen is joined by MMA and pro-wrestling writer David Bixenspan discuss Bellator 149's dreadful product and outstanding ratings success, whther Kimbo Slice-Herschel Walker is what's next for Bellator and what the future of freakshow fights should look like in MMA.Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Mayweather-McGregor, Weird MMA-Wrestling Tie-Ups with David BixenspanThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Between the Sheets” co-host David Bixenspan honor the ongoing and insane Conor McGregor-Floyd Mayweather discussion with a stream of consciousness conversation about some of their favorite weird MMA crossovers, from Mexican luchadores invading Deep, New Japan Pro Wrestling's flirtations with MMA and Lyoto Machida initially being pegged as a pro wrestler when he first debuted under the wing of Antonio Inoki.Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Wrestling-MMA Shenanigans, Ultimate Ken Shamrock with David BixenspanThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Between the Sheets” co-host David Bixenspan renew their previous discussion of the weird kissing cousins relationship between MMA and pro-wrestling, discussing Brock Lesnar's upcoming return at UFC 200, a strange stable of obese MMA veterans in Zero-One Pro-Wrestling, whether K-1 and World Wrestling Entertainment veteran Sylvester Terkay could've been an MMA star and the importance of the forgotten “Ultimate Ken Shamrock” pay-per-view.Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Give an In-Depth Character Sketch of Brock LesnarThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Between the Sheets” co-host David Bixenspan celebrate Brock Lesnar's return to the Octagon at UFC 200 by analyzing some of the strange parts of the former UFC heavyweight champion's personality and history, from feuding with Shane Carwin over who has bigger hands, his infamous post-UFC 100 promo, his marriage to Rena “Sable” Mero and why their union is uniquely intriguing and what a successful multimillionaire like Lesnar does with all his money given his simple, ascetic lifestyle.Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Discuss the Surreal Build-Up to CM Punk's MMA DebutThis week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and Wrestling Observer contributor David Bixenspan discuss the nearly two-year odyssey that has led us to “CM Punk” Phil Brooks finally making his MMA debut at UFC 203, the questionable circumstances around the Ohio Athletic Commission licensing him, why using Mickey Gall as Brooks' debut opponent was a mistake, how Brooks' MMA foray has changed his reputation in the pro-wrestling world and how Brooks' Octagon attempt will be remembered compared to other professional wrestlers' flirtations with MMA.Timestamps:0:00:00 Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Bellator 149 Ratings, Freakshows with David Bixenspan (Feb 24, 2016)0:38:34 Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Mayweather-McGregor, Weird MMA-Wrestling Tie-Ups with David Bixenspan (Jun 01, 2016)1:21:33 Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Wrestling-MMA Shenanigans, Ultimate Ken Shamrock with David Bixenspan (Jun 29, 2016)2:09:53 Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Give an In-Depth Character Sketch of Brock Lesnar (Jul 06, 2016)3:16:45 Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Discuss the Surreal Build-Up to CM Punk's MMA Debut (Sep 07, 2016) Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

Welcome back to Thursday Night AMP! Stevie J, Hagen Kirk & Peter H talk about Saturday Night's Main Event last weekend and Clash In Italy this weekend. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. Any support would be appreciated. Thank you. Also our friend and co-host Arya Witner's new book is available right now for Amazon Kindle and Unlimited. Please go check it out!

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Hour 4: Murph and Markus are back with a packed episode, discussing the Giants' struggles and the upcoming MMA league founded by Scott Coker. The guys dive into the world of mixed martial arts, chatting with the pioneer behind the new league, who shares his vision for the future of the sport. This episode is a must-listen for both Giants fans and MMA enthusiasts. The hosts discuss the Giants' recent losses and the potential moves they could make to turn their season around, including the possibility of trading Robbie Ray and giving Trevor McDonald a chance in the bullpen. They also talk about the importance of building stars in the MMA world and how Scott Coker's new league plans to do just that. Scott Coker, the founder of the new MMA league, joins the show to share his insights on what makes a successful MMA promotion. He talks about his experience with Strikeforce and Bellator, and how he plans to bring a new level of excitement to the sport. The guys also discuss the differences between boxing and MMA, and how the latter has evolved over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Coker, the founder of the new Global Mixed Martial Arts League, joins the show to talk about his latest venture. As a pioneer in the industry, Coker shares his insights on what's missing in the current MMA landscape and how his new league plans to fill that gap. With a proven track record of identifying and building stars, Coker's new league aims to bring a fresh approach to the sport.This episode delves into Coker's journey in the world of MMA, from his time at Strikeforce and Bellator to his current endeavor. He discusses the importance of star identification and building, citing examples of fighters he's discovered and nurtured throughout his career. Coker also talks about the evolution of MMA as a self-defense system and how it's become a more well-rounded and effective discipline.Coker shares his thoughts on the current state of the sport, including the shift away from the pay-per-view model and the rise of social media influencers in the MMA world. He also discusses the importance of promoting fighters and creating a platform for them to shine. With a deep understanding of the sport and its history, Coker offers valuable insights into the world of MMA.Join us as we explore the world of MMA with Scott Coker and learn about his vision for the future of the sport. Listen to this episode to hear Coker's thoughts on the current state of MMA, his approach to building stars, and what's next for his new league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Hour 4: Murph and Markus are back with a packed episode, discussing the Giants' struggles and the upcoming MMA league founded by Scott Coker. The guys dive into the world of mixed martial arts, chatting with the pioneer behind the new league, who shares his vision for the future of the sport. This episode is a must-listen for both Giants fans and MMA enthusiasts. The hosts discuss the Giants' recent losses and the potential moves they could make to turn their season around, including the possibility of trading Robbie Ray and giving Trevor McDonald a chance in the bullpen. They also talk about the importance of building stars in the MMA world and how Scott Coker's new league plans to do just that. Scott Coker, the founder of the new MMA league, joins the show to share his insights on what makes a successful MMA promotion. He talks about his experience with Strikeforce and Bellator, and how he plans to bring a new level of excitement to the sport. The guys also discuss the differences between boxing and MMA, and how the latter has evolved over the years.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Scott Coker, the founder of the new Global Mixed Martial Arts League, joins the show to talk about his latest venture. As a pioneer in the industry, Coker shares his insights on what's missing in the current MMA landscape and how his new league plans to fill that gap. With a proven track record of identifying and building stars, Coker's new league aims to bring a fresh approach to the sport.This episode delves into Coker's journey in the world of MMA, from his time at Strikeforce and Bellator to his current endeavor. He discusses the importance of star identification and building, citing examples of fighters he's discovered and nurtured throughout his career. Coker also talks about the evolution of MMA as a self-defense system and how it's become a more well-rounded and effective discipline.Coker shares his thoughts on the current state of the sport, including the shift away from the pay-per-view model and the rise of social media influencers in the MMA world. He also discusses the importance of promoting fighters and creating a platform for them to shine. With a deep understanding of the sport and its history, Coker offers valuable insights into the world of MMA.Join us as we explore the world of MMA with Scott Coker and learn about his vision for the future of the sport. Listen to this episode to hear Coker's thoughts on the current state of MMA, his approach to building stars, and what's next for his new league.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Welcome back to Thursday Night AMP! Stevie J, Hagen Kirk & Arya Witner talk about ECW on TNN again - episode 33 from Apr. 07, 2000. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. Any support would be appreciated. Thank you. Also our friend and co-host Arya Witner's new book is available right now for Amazon Kindle and Unlimited. Please go check it out!

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Welcome back to Thursday Night AMP! Stevie J, Hagen Kirk (with Skyelar) & Peter H discuss WWE Backlash 2026. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. RR and MarksOfWrestling.com share the same server for hosting so any support for either site would be appreciated. Thank you.

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Tonight we have the return of Kenneth The Boss Cross before his fight May 16th on Netflix vs Salahdine Parnasse on the Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano card . We will get his thoughts on what will be the biggest platform of his career even as a Tuff Nuff champion Bellator and TUF veteran .FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE – KNOCKOUTS AND 3 COUNTSBringing you the best in Combat Sports and Pro Wrestling – available everywhere!YouTube (Live Tues & Thurs 9PM EST): http://www.youtube.com/c/Knockoutsand3CountsFacebook (Live Tues & Thurs 9PM EST): https://www.facebook.com/knockoutsand3countsApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/knockouts-and-3-counts/id1446923286Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OpvW0QHBe3uRc3D0pbORt?si=33935ad9669146d3Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ko3cpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ko3cpod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ko3cpodMerch, Streams & Videos (Millions): https://millions.co/kyle-collisonIf you love what we do at KO3C, support us by grabbing merch or ordering a personal video at Millions.co.We go LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 PM EST — bringing you interviews, breakdowns, and the real talk you won't hear anywhere else.Want to get dope clips of your videos ? Use our Opus Clip Link : https://www.opus.pro/?via=Ko3C

Tonight we have the return of Kenneth The Boss Cross before his fight May 16th on Netflix vs Salahdine Parnasse on the Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano card . We will get his thoughts on what will be the biggest platform of his career even as a Tuff Nuff champion Bellator and TUF veteran .FOLLOW & SUBSCRIBE – KNOCKOUTS AND 3 COUNTSBringing you the best in Combat Sports and Pro Wrestling – available everywhere!YouTube (Live Tues & Thurs 9PM EST): http://www.youtube.com/c/Knockoutsand3CountsFacebook (Live Tues & Thurs 9PM EST): https://www.facebook.com/knockoutsand3countsApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/knockouts-and-3-counts/id1446923286Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3OpvW0QHBe3uRc3D0pbORt?si=33935ad9669146d3Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/ko3cpodInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/ko3cpod/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@ko3cpodMerch, Streams & Videos (Millions): https://millions.co/kyle-collisonIf you love what we do at KO3C, support us by grabbing merch or ordering a personal video at Millions.co.We go LIVE every Tuesday and Thursday at 9 PM EST — bringing you interviews, breakdowns, and the real talk you won't hear anywhere else.Want to get dope clips of your videos ? Use our Opus Clip Link : https://www.opus.pro/?via=Ko3C

Welcome back to Thursday Night AMP! Stevie J & Arya Witner talk about ECW on TNN again - episode 32 from Mar. 31, 2000. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. RR and MarksOfWrestling.com share the same server for hosting so any support for either site would be appreciated. Thank you.

Kai Kamaka is a professional mixed martial artist from the island of O'ahu. In high school he won the HHSAA State Championship after claiming gold in OIA conference finals. As a professional he holds a record of 18 wins, made his UFC debut in 2020 on short notice, earned a Fight of the Night bonus in his very first appearance, and has built his name through grit, durability, and nonstop pressure. Since then, he's fought across major promotions like Bellator and the PFL, stacking wins and proving he belongs at the highest level before earning his way back to the UFC in 2026 with a huge return victory. Fighting out of Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas.In this episode, we talk story about growing up around MMA, wrestling in high school and college, making it into the UFC, moving to Vegas, fighting in other organizations, his successful return to the UFC, family, and so much more. Enjoy!Buy our merch:

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The MMA Analysis is back to preview UFC 328, but first Wes and Shaun discussed the NHL playoffs and getting old. After that the guys recapped UFC Perth where Prates ran over JDM among some other fights that were fun, but didn’t matter much. With last week out of the way, the guys previewed UFC […]

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A lot of people love the idea of being a fighter. Far fewer can explain what that mindset looks like when the cage lights turn off and real life starts asking for overtime, tuition money, and patience. I sit down with Nate Yoshimura, a former MMA fighter who went from college wrestling to competing on big Hawaii cards and Bellator, and he keeps it honest about the parts nobody glamorizes: nerves, fatigue, getting rocked, and the weird calm you have to find when everything goes sideways.We dig into the lesson wrestling drills into you for years, the one Nate's coach summed up as “Do it anyway.” We talk about the pain of discipline versus the pain of regret, why mental toughness beats raw athletic talent, and how staying humble matters when you're tempted to build an identity around being “a fighter.” If you're an athlete, coach, or anyone trying to stay consistent, you'll hear practical ways that mindset carries into the gym and into everyday decisions.Then the story shifts to what Nate does now: working as a psychiatric technician at the Hawaii State Hospital while grinding through nursing prerequisites to earn his RN. We get into verbal de-escalation, professionalism under pressure, and choosing between med-surg skills and psych nursing quality of life. The conversation ends with a big personal update that puts everything in a new frame: Nate is about to become a dad.If you got value from this one, subscribe to Above the Bridge, share it with a friend who needs a push, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What part of your life needs a “do it anyway” mindset right now? 

Welcome back to Thursday Night AMP! Stevie J, Skyelar, Peter H & Hagen Kirk review WrestleMania 42 from last weekend. Our shows are made possible by your support on Patreon.com/RapReviews. RR and MarksOfWrestling.com share the same server for hosting so any support for either site would be appreciated. Thank you.

Wes and Shaun are late, even later than usual, but they still recapped UFC Winnipeg. Yikes. Fights were decent, but of course UFC aren’t going to bring any fights up North that actually matter much. With last week out of the way, oh no back to the Warehouse, for the 116th time. Not much going […]

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Brennan Ward joins Locked In with Ian Bick to share his journey from being a professional MMA fighter to hitting rock bottom with addiction and ending up in prison. Known for his career in Bellator, Brennan talks about how everything started to spiral, the choices that led him down a dark path, and what life was really like once he lost it all. In this episode, he opens up about battling addiction, surviving time behind bars, and the mental fight it took to rebuild his life from nothing. Brennan also shares how he made his comeback, stepping back into the cage with a new mindset, and what it truly takes to stay on the right path after experiencing the lowest points. _____________________________________________ #BrennanWard #MMA #MMAFighter #PrisonStory #AddictionRecovery #FightBack #CombatSports #lockedinpodcast _____________________________________________ Connect with Brennan Ward: https://www.instagram.com/bwpugda170killah/ _____________________________________________ Hosted, Executive Produced & Edited By Ian Bick: https://www.instagram.com/ian_bick/?hl=en https://ianbick.com/ _____________________________________________ Shop Locked In Merch: http://www.ianbick.com/shop _____________________________________________ Timestamps: 00:00 From Fighter to Addiction (Full Story) 00:33 Early Life & Upbringing 02:06 Growing Up: Sports & Wrestling 03:41 First Trouble & Drug Use Begins 05:03 College Wrestling & First Arrests 06:14 Leaving School: Trades & MMA Path 07:08 Starting an MMA Career 10:14 Fighting, Partying & Reckless Lifestyle 13:31 Addiction Impacts Fighting Career 17:03 Drug Use Takes Over Everything 20:42 Losing MMA & Bare Knuckle Opportunities 23:23 Comeback Attempt in Fighting 25:11 Arrests, Jail & Motorcycle Club Life 28:59 Rock Bottom: Drugs, Prison & Regret 32:02 Getting Out of Jail & Recovery Begins 35:47 Relapse, Sobriety Struggles & Comeback 42:27 Missed Opportunities & Hard Truths 01:00:04 Family, Regret & Motivation Today 01:03:42 Biggest Life Lessons Learned 01:04:42 Sobriety, Support System & Staying Clean 01:07:32 Final Thoughts & Moving Forward _____________________________________________ To advertise on the show, contact sales@advertisecast.com or visit https://advertising.libsyn.com/LockedInWithIanBicka Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Rafael Lovato Jr. on Timeless Jiu-Jitsu, Competition, and Overcoming Adversity Host Pete Deeley welcomes Professor Rafael Lovato Jr. to discuss passion, discipline, and growth through jiu-jitsu. Lovato reflects that, had he not pursued martial arts, he might have followed music or fitness, influenced by his father, a professional organist and martial artist. They explore links between music, engineering, and jiu-jitsu as arts involving creativity, structure, and problem solving, and Lovato emphasizes open-minded learning across martial arts. Lovato explains how training built resilience during a medical diagnosis received while preparing for a Bellator title fight, and highlights the importance of community support. He argues jiu-jitsu can be started at any age, remains endlessly learnable, and that competition helps reveal "truth," develop presence, and drive preparation. He shares memorable moments, including an MMA title fight and a 2008 Pan final escape, then explains his "timeless" approach—pressure-based, efficient jiu-jitsu that ages well—along with ways to connect via TimelessJitsu.com, LovatoJr.com, camps, retreats, and mobility work.   00:00 Welcome 00:49 Meet Rafael Lovato Jr 01:48 Alternate Life Paths 04:06 Music and Jiu Jitsu Link 06:12 Open Minded Martial Arts 07:32 Health Scare Resilience 11:35 Purpose Beyond Winning 12:42 Why Start Jiu Jitsu Anytime 16:09 Lifelong Student Mindset 18:36 Competition for Everyone 22:41 Preparation Pressure Presence 25:30 Measuring Competition Growth 26:58 Honesty Prevents Injuries 27:12 Most Memorable Fights 29:10 Fatherhood Fuels Fire 30:14 Breaking the Underdog Mindset 31:52 MMA Title Second Gear 32:43 Triangle Escape Breakthrough 35:52 Competition as Life Touchstone 38:43 Timeless Jiu Jitsu Mission 42:00 Style That Ages Well 44:12 How to Train as Masters 45:20 Programs Camps and Retreats 46:25 Mobility Retreat in Montana 48:24 Final Thanks and Wrap Up

John Morgan is in Atlantic City for CFFC 152, while Cold Coffee is home in Las Vegas, and the two get together to talk UFC London results, Conor McGregor rumors, PFL and Bellator, UFC Seattle, and more.

Brendan Schaub breaks down the biggest stories in MMA right now, including the growing controversy around UFC fighter pay, Dana White's role, and why more fighters are finally speaking out.From Michael Venom Page's confusing UFC matchup to the stacked UFC London card, Schaub explains why hardcore fans know this weekend's fights might be better than the rumored “White House card.” He also dives into why casual fans are missing out on elite-level talent.The episode takes a deep look at fighter pay in the UFC vs boxing, including insights from Joe Rogan and Dustin Poirier, and why the current system could be reaching a breaking point. With names like Conor McGregor, Jon Jones, and Tom Aspinall shaping the future, is the UFC heading toward a major shift?Plus, Schaub reacts to MVP's situation, Bellator vs UFC talent differences, and why certain matchups make no sense from a business perspective.If you're into UFC news, MMA controversies, and behind-the-scenes fight business — this is a must-watch.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Rafael Lovato Jr joins Mark Bell's Power Project to break down the mindset, strategy, and longevity behind one of the greatest American careers in Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu.Lovato explains his famous pressure-passing system, the “funnel” concept he uses to control opponents, how he's stayed elite for over two decades, and why efficiency and consistency matter more than strength or explosiveness.We also dive into his upbringing in martial arts, competing around the world, his undefeated MMA career, and the powerful story behind his Bellator championship fight while dealing with a serious brain condition.Follow:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rafaellovatojrWebsite: https://timelessjiujitsu.comInstructionals: https://lastroundbestround.comSpecial perks for our listeners below!