Podcast appearances and mentions of Brennan Ward

The show started this morning during a first alert weather day, but AJ was having a hard time explaining what was happening. (0:00)  Aviation expert Dick Knapinski was on the phone with Chaz and AJ this morning to talk about the devastating plane crash involving a Black Hawk helicopter. Dick also explained the conversations you hear on air traffic control audio. (13:40)  Comedian Dan Shea was in studio with Chaz and AJ this morning, with a story about something his girlfriend said recently that was not so bright. The Tribe immediately called in to share their stories of stupid things said. (28:18)  Connecticut native Brennan Ward was on the phone with Chaz and AJ to talk about his first bout in the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship this weekend. After more than 20 fights in MMA, why is he making the switch now? (52:17)  Boss Keith's Top 5 was correcting a list released by Fortune Magazine on the most annoying co-workers. (1:01:44)

Jacob quickly breaks down the playoff matchups coming up from featherweight and weltrweight, thanks the PFL media team, discusses Brennan Ward's retirement, and more! Check out this episode talking #PFL6 as the 2024 regular season comes to a close!Go to Bucked Up Energy https://bckd.co/tpkhKx2 and use code "w1nn3rs" for 20% off your future orders.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/ground-n-pound-mma-combat-podcast--4705468/support.

Welcome to the Ol' Boy Podcast, where today's episode is an inspiring tale of tenacity and triumph. Join us as we dive into the life of MMA warrior Brennan Ward, who bares his soul about his relentless pursuit of a million-dollar dream in the PFL arena. From grappling with the complexities of fighter contracts to the grappling mats across the globe, Brennan holds nothing back. With a storied wrestling background, he shares the raw, unfiltered journey of his battle against addiction, his rise up from the depths, aided by the unwavering support of loved ones, and his hunger to help others facing similar struggles. All this, cemented by his sheer ‘crazy' commitment to the sport he loves, shapes a fighter's heart that refuses to quit. So, lace up your gloves and ready your spirit; this episode is a knockout punch of motivation in the fight called life. Join us, champion your own battles, and be part of Brennan Ward's relentless march towards victory, only on the Ol' Boy Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sean Sheehan is back to give you his Top 5 BEST BETS plus PREDICTIONS for UFC on ESPN 51: Luque vs. Dos Anjos and Bellator 298: Storley vs. Ward on this episode of The Sheehan Show.Timestamps:(00:00) Last Week Betting Recap(03:11) BET 1: Logan Storley vs. Brennan Ward(06:51) BET 2: Diana Avsaragova vs. Justine Kish(09:49) BET 3: Khalil Rountree vs. Chris Daukaus(14:27) BET 4: Valentin Moldavsky vs. Steve Mowry(20:16) FLIER OF THE WEEK: Vicente Luque vs. Rafael dos Anjos(24:16) Bellator 298: Storley vs. Ward – Betting Tips / Odds(27:10) UFC Fight Luque vs. Dos Anjos – Betting Tips / Odds(29:25) Bets recapLast Week - 2 of 4 Bets, Flier Win? NO (0/1)OVERALL 2023 BETTING RECORD: Bets: 51/106 | Fliers: 11/27

IT'S FREE EPISODE DAY!! OUR BONUS CONTENT IS FREE TODAY!!In the latest “WTF” moment our fair sport has breathed life into, we bore witness to Utah's athletic commission entering into a non-disclosure agreement with most of the fighters from UFC 291. What is it that isn't being exposed? Purse amounts. For those paying attention, transparency is the necessary component to determine fair market value. If they don't know what fellow fighters are making, how can they negotiate fair purses?The Bloody Elbow Podcast is supported by our readers and listeners. To receive new posts and support our work, please consider becoming a free or paid subscriber.We also look into the grimy matchmaking that put Robert Helenius on a path of destruction versus Anthony Joshua this coming Saturday, as well as ESPN's new sports book that will be unveiled this fall. And finally, we talked about Dana White leaving the arena early last Saturday night during the Sandhagen-Font fight which was a snoozer.We did break down some fights from this weekend's upcoming UFC Vegas 78 and Bellator 298. Here's a look at the fights we chose:* Vicente Luque  vs.  Rafael dos Anjos 170 lbs * Cub Swanson  vs.  Hakeem Dawodu 145 lbs * Khalil Rountree  vs.  Chris Daukaus 205 lbs * Polyana Viana  vs.  Iasmin Lucindo 115 lbs * Logan Storley  vs.  Brennan Ward 170 lbsThank you for reading this article and listening to the podcast. Please consider subscribing to the Bloody Elbow Substack to enjoy our daily premium content. Your paid subscriptions are helping build our new site and keeping hope alive that our staff will remain intact. If you haven't already, please pledge with a paid subscription today. If you have, please share this post far and wide.Thank you for listening to the Level Change Podcast. This post is public so feel free to share it.Follow us as @BloodyElbow on twitter, facebook, instagram, and at BloodyElbow.Substack.com & BloodyElbowPodcast.Substack.com. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit bloodyelbowpodcast.substack.com/subscribe

Sean Sheehan is back to give his preview, betting odds and predictions for Bellator 298: Storley vs. Ward which goes down at the Sanford Pentagon in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.Timestamps:(00:00) Intro(03:45) Logan Storley vs. Brennan Ward(15:43) Valentin Moldavsky vs. Steve Mowry(21:45) James Gallagher vs. James Gonzalez(27:34) Dalton Rosta vs. Aaron Jeffery(28:46) Sidney Outlaw vs. Islam Mamedov(30:05) Lucas Brennan vs. Weber Almeida(31:21) Enrique Barzola vs. Jaylon Bates(32:46) Kai Kamaka III vs. Akhmed Magomedov(33:02) Sullivan Cauley vs. Hamza Salim(33:21) Dayana Silva vs. Katerina Shakalova(34:18) Diana Avsaragova vs. Justine Kish(35:07) Alfie Davis vs. Aalon Cruz(35:14) Vladimir Tokov vs. Jairo Pacheco(35:19) Josh Hill vs. Kasum Kasumov(35:22) Jordan Oliver vs. Andrew Triolo(35:26) Michael Blockhus vs. Eli Mefford(35:31) Jordan Oliver vs. Andrew Triolo(35:43) Leandro Higo vs. Nikita Mikhailov(37:16) Outro

Bellator MMA Fighter Brennan Ward joins the show to talk about how he got into fighting, working in the union, his decision to ultimately get clean, if he were ever to consider switching to the UFC, and more! Over 7 years sober, Jersey Jerry opens up and tells his story of past struggles with drug abuse as well as his aim for the show. It was always Friend of Jerry. Brought to you by Diamond Recovery. If you and/or your loved ones are struggling, stay strong and give us a call using the Friend of Jerry number 877-537-7955 New Episodes Every Monday! Be sure to like, comment, share, and subscribe: https://barstool.link/JerryYou can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or YouTube. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/FriendOfJerry

We are one the eve of a massive champion vs. champion fight for the UFC lightweight title between Islam Makhachev and featherweight titleholder Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 284. With just weigh-ins left to get through, the final countdown to the pay-per-view event is on. On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck talks the big fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski, along with the star-making potential of the bout for both guys. Additionally, listener questions include what could make 2023 the biggest blockbuster year for the UFC ever, how Conor McGregor factors into that, Francis Ngannou's options in boxing and MMA, other notable bouts on the UFC 284 card including the interim title fight between Yair Rodriguez and Josh Emmett, Jack Maddalena vs. Randy Brown, and more. Plus, in a podcast exclusive, Bellator MMA desk host and CBS Sports reporter Amanda Guerra joins the program (1:16:54) to discuss her career, how she found herself on the desk for a major MMA organization, Bellator providing a family atmosphere, being in attendance for the final fight of Fedor Emelianenko's career, memorable moments between John McCarthy and Brennan Ward leading in the latter's big moment at Bellator 290, and more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are one the eve of a massive champion vs. champion fight for the UFC lightweight title between Islam Makhachev and featherweight titleholder Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 284. With just weigh-ins left to get through, the final countdown to the pay-per-view event is on. On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck talks the big fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski, along with the star-making potential of the bout for both guys. Additionally, listener questions include what could make 2023 the biggest blockbuster year for the UFC ever, how Conor McGregor factors into that, Francis Ngannou's options in boxing and MMA, other notable bouts on the UFC 284 card including the interim title fight between Yair Rodriguez and Josh Emmett, Jack Maddalena vs. Randy Brown, and more. Plus, in a podcast exclusive, Bellator MMA desk host and CBS Sports reporter Amanda Guerra joins the program (1:16:54) to discuss her career, how she found herself on the desk for a major MMA organization, Bellator providing a family atmosphere, being in attendance for the final fight of Fedor Emelianenko's career, memorable moments between John McCarthy and Brennan Ward leading in the latter's big moment at Bellator 290, and more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

We are one the eve of a massive champion vs. champion fight for the UFC lightweight title between Islam Makhachev and featherweight titleholder Alexander Volkanovski in the main event of UFC 284. With just weigh-ins left to get through, the final countdown to the pay-per-view event is on. On an all-new edition of Heck of a Morning, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck talks the big fight between Makhachev and Volkanovski, along with the star-making potential of the bout for both guys. Additionally, listener questions include what could make 2023 the biggest blockbuster year for the UFC ever, how Conor McGregor factors into that, Francis Ngannou's options in boxing and MMA, other notable bouts on the UFC 284 card including the interim title fight between Yair Rodriguez and Josh Emmett, Jack Maddalena vs. Randy Brown, and more. Plus, in a podcast exclusive, Bellator MMA desk host and CBS Sports reporter Amanda Guerra joins the program (1:16:54) to discuss her career, how she found herself on the desk for a major MMA organization, Bellator providing a family atmosphere, being in attendance for the final fight of Fedor Emelianenko's career, memorable moments between John McCarthy and Brennan Ward leading in the latter's big moment at Bellator 290, and more. You can listen live to Heck of a Morning Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at 10 a.m. ET on the MMA Fighting Twitter Spaces. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ariel Helwani discusses Conor McGregor's return fight against Michael Chandler and them both being coach for TUF, Tim Simpson's new management group, and more. Michael Chandler around (31:20) discusses facing Conor McGregor in his return and coaching against him on TUF, how it all happened, why he got the shot against McGregor, his relationship with McGregor, who might the coaches be, and more. Jorge Masvidal around (1:02:43) talks about the UFC's return to Miami, if he will retire after this fight in his hometown, the Chandler vs. McGregor announcement, Johnny Eblen, Gamebred 4 boxing event headlined by Anthony Pettis vs. Roy Jones Jr., how it came together, and more. Ryan Bader around (1:37:33) discusses his win over Fedor Emelianenko at Bellator 290, how he ended up with a rematch with Fedor, after the fight, tenure as Bellator heavyweight champion, why he won't fight at light heavyweight anymore, his disclosed Bellator salary, how long he will fight for, who might be next, Francis Ngannou, and more. Johnny Eblen around (1:57:08) discusses his title defense at Bellator 290, what surprised him, how he would do against Alex Pereira, his talented coaches, when he wants to return, and more. Chris Weidman around (2:12:40) discusses his grappling return at Polaris 23, what it's like to battle Gordon Ryan, the latest on his leg injury, when he might be able to return, who he might want to fight in return, what he thinks about Alex Pereira, a past dog attack training video, cornhole event, and more. Brennan Ward around (2:50:40) discusses his win at Bellator 290, if it's his best career moment, his key to victory, why he took a break from Bellator, when he hit rock bottom, his battle, his construction job, what he wants next, and more. Ariel Helwani, GC, and NYRic around (3:26:29) discuss their latest parlay and the bets from the past weekend. They also take another look at Bellator 290 and the upcoming Amanda Serrano vs. Katie Taylor boxing rematch. Gambling Problem? Call 877-8-HOPENY/text HOPENY (467369) (NY), If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (CO/IL/IN/LA/MD/MI/NJ/OH/PA/TN/WV/WY), 1-800-NEXT STEP (AZ), 1-800-522-4700 (KS/NH), 888-789-7777/visit ccpg.org (CT), 1-800-BETS OFF (IA), visit OPGR.org (OR), or 1-888-532-3500 (VA). 21+ (18+ NH/WY). Physically present in AZ/CO/CT/IL/IN/IA/KS/LA(select parishes)/MD/MI/NJ/NY/OH/PA/TN/VA/WV/WY only. Void in ONT. Eligibility restrictions apply. $200 in Bonus Bets: Valid 1 per new customer. Min. $5 deposit. Min $5 bet. Promo code req. $200 issued as bonus bets that expire 7 days (168 hours) after being awarded. Bonus bets must be wagered 1x and stake is not included in any returns or winnings. Promotional offer period ends 2/12/23 at 11:59 PM ET. See terms at sportsbook.draftkings.com/mmaterms Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On Episode 406 of Morning Kombat, Luke and Brian recap a wild weekend of MMA. At Bellator 290 on CBS, Ryan Bader scored an easy first-round stoppage against Fedor Emelianenko in his retirement fight (00:12:00). Johnny Eblen outclassed Anatoly Tokov to retain his Bellator middleweight title in Saturday's co-main event. What was the most impressive part of Eblen's performance (00:27:53)? Brennan Ward continued his comeback with a second-round stoppage of Sabah Homasi (00:37:25). Plus, Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler will be the next coaches of The Ultimate Fighter and then fight at some point in the third or fourth quarter of the year. Is this the right fight for McGregor (00:51:33)?(00:00:00) - Intro(00:12:00) - Bader Beats Fedor(00:27:53) - Eblen Outclasses Tokov (00:37:25) - Brennan Ward Comeback(00:51:33) - McGregor vs. Chandler (01:08:10) - Spivac Submits Lewis(01:31:15) - HYSTS(02:10:15) - EndGet MORNING KOMBAT merchandise now: https://morningkombat.store/  #MorningKombat #fedoremelianenko #Bellator290 #RyanBader #BellatoronCBS #Stand #BrennanWard #JohnnyEblen #UFCVegas68 #DerrickLewis #AmandaSerrano #LukeThomas #BrianCampbell #conormcgregor #michaelchandler  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On Episode 406 of Morning Kombat, Luke and Brian recap a wild weekend of MMA. At Bellator 290 on CBS, Ryan Bader scored an easy first-round stoppage against Fedor Emelianenko in his retirement fight (00:12:00). Johnny Eblen outclassed Anatoly Tokov to retain his Bellator middleweight title in Saturday's co-main event. What was the most impressive part of Eblen's performance (00:27:53)? Brennan Ward continued his comeback with a second-round stoppage of Sabah Homasi (00:37:25). Plus, Conor McGregor and Michael Chandler will be the next coaches of The Ultimate Fighter and then fight at some point in the third or fourth quarter of the year. Is this the right fight for McGregor (00:51:33)? (00:00:00) - Intro (00:12:00) - Bader Beats Fedor (00:27:53) - Eblen Outclasses Tokov (00:37:25) - Brennan Ward Comeback (00:51:33) - McGregor vs. Chandler (01:08:10) - Spivac Submits Lewis (01:31:15) - HYSTS (02:10:15) - End Get MORNING KOMBAT merchandise now: https://morningkombat.store/   #MorningKombat #fedoremelianenko #Bellator290 #RyanBader #BellatoronCBS #Stand #BrennanWard #JohnnyEblen #UFCVegas68 #DerrickLewis #AmandaSerrano #LukeThomas #BrianCampbell #conormcgregor #michaelchandler  To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ryan Bader (c) def. Fedor Emelianenko via first-round TKO (punches) Johnny Eblen (c) def. Anatoly Tokov via unanimous decision (50-45, 49-46, 49-46) Brennan Ward def. Sabah Homasi via second-round TKO (punches) Lorenz Larkin def. Mukhamed Berkhamov via first-round knockout (elbow) Henry Corrales def. Akhmed Magomedov via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Steve Mowry vs. Ali Isaev ends in a draw (28-28, 28-28, 28-28) Chris Gonzalez def. Max Rohskopf via second-round TKO (punches) Grant Neal def. Karl Albrektsson via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) Diana Avsaragova def. Alejandra Lara via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28) Nikita Mikhailov def. Darrion Caldwell via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28) Yusuf Karakaya def. Ethan Hughes via unanimous decision (29-28, 29-28, 29-28)* Isaiah Hokit def. Peter Ishiguro via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)* Jaylon Bates def. Jornel Lugo via split decision (29-28, 28-29, 29-28)* Neiman Gracie def. Dante Schiro via unanimous decision (30-27, 30-27, 30-27)* SPONSORED BY https://www.instagram.com/supremeoftheuk/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/cfr_sports/?hl=en --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/cfr-network/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/cfr-network/support

At Bellator 290, Ryan Bader and Fedor Emelianenko meet again to battle for the heavyweight title in the main event on Bellator's debut on CBS. This is also the retirement fight for Fedor. In the co-main event, Anatoly Tokov fights Johnny Eblen for the Bellator middleweight title. Opening the main card is a welterweight clash between Brennan Ward and Sabah Homasi.Morning Kombat is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.   For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat  For Morning Kombat gear visit:morning kombat.store Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

At Bellator 290, Ryan Bader and Fedor Emelianenko meet again to battle for the heavyweight title in the main event on Bellator's debut on CBS. This is also the retirement fight for Fedor. In the co-main event, Anatoly Tokov fights Johnny Eblen for the Bellator middleweight title. Opening the main card is a welterweight clash between Brennan Ward and Sabah Homasi. Morning Kombat is available for free on the Audacy app as well as Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Google Podcasts, Stitcher and wherever else you listen to podcasts.     For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat   Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat    For Morning Kombat gear visit:morning kombat.store   Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bellator's debut on CBS has come and gone, and the career of the legendary Fedor Emelianenko is officially over, and it wasn't the happy ending most #MMA fans were hoping for. Following Saturday's Bellator 290 event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew react to Emelianenko's first-round TKO loss to heavyweight champion Ryan Bader in the main event, Bader's classy response to how it all played out, whether or not a fight with Francis Ngannou could happen, how the card performed as a whole, Johnny Eblen's stock after a fantastic performance against Anatoly Tokov to retain his middleweight championship, Brennan Ward's sensational finish of Sabah Homasi, Lorenz Larkin's knockout of the year contender, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Shaun Al-Shatti: @ShaunAlShatti Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bellator's debut on CBS has come and gone, and the career of the legendary Fedor Emelianenko is officially over, and it wasn't the happy ending most #MMA fans were hoping for. Following Saturday's Bellator 290 event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew react to Emelianenko's first-round TKO loss to heavyweight champion Ryan Bader in the main event, Bader's classy response to how it all played out, whether or not a fight with Francis Ngannou could happen, how the card performed as a whole, Johnny Eblen's stock after a fantastic performance against Anatoly Tokov to retain his middleweight championship, Brennan Ward's sensational finish of Sabah Homasi, Lorenz Larkin's knockout of the year contender, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Shaun Al-Shatti: @ShaunAlShatti Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bellator's debut on CBS has come and gone, and the career of the legendary Fedor Emelianenko is officially over, and it wasn't the happy ending most #MMA fans were hoping for. Following Saturday's Bellator 290 event, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Shaun Al-Shatti, and Jed Meshew react to Emelianenko's first-round TKO loss to heavyweight champion Ryan Bader in the main event, Bader's classy response to how it all played out, whether or not a fight with Francis Ngannou could happen, how the card performed as a whole, Johnny Eblen's stock after a fantastic performance against Anatoly Tokov to retain his middleweight championship, Brennan Ward's sensational finish of Sabah Homasi, Lorenz Larkin's knockout of the year contender, and more. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Shaun Al-Shatti: @ShaunAlShatti Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fedor Emelianenko has the opportunity to have one of the best retirement stories in the history of MMA as he will challenge for the Bellator heavyweight championship this Saturday. Ahead of Emelianenko's final fight against Ryan Bader in the main event of Bellator 290, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew preview the matchup and discuss why "The Last Emperor" could get it done in his swan song, Johnny Eblen's opportunity to boost his star potential against Anatoly Tokov in the co-main event, the super fun main card opener between Sabah Homasi and Brennan Ward, the impact of being on CBS, and more. Additionally, the panel previews UFC Vegas 68 headlined by a heavyweight tilt between Derrick Lewis and Serghei Spivac, what is at stake for "The Black Beast," the return of Doo Ho Choi for the first time since 2019, Tatsuro Taira's potential, and Laura Sanko's UFC color commentary debut. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fedor Emelianenko has the opportunity to have one of the best retirement stories in the history of MMA as he will challenge for the Bellator heavyweight championship this Saturday. Ahead of Emelianenko's final fight against Ryan Bader in the main event of Bellator 290, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew preview the matchup and discuss why "The Last Emperor" could get it done in his swan song, Johnny Eblen's opportunity to boost his star potential against Anatoly Tokov in the co-main event, the super fun main card opener between Sabah Homasi and Brennan Ward, the impact of being on CBS, and more. Additionally, the panel previews UFC Vegas 68 headlined by a heavyweight tilt between Derrick Lewis and Serghei Spivac, what is at stake for "The Black Beast," the return of Doo Ho Choi for the first time since 2019, Tatsuro Taira's potential, and Laura Sanko's UFC color commentary debut. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Fedor Emelianenko has the opportunity to have one of the best retirement stories in the history of MMA as he will challenge for the Bellator heavyweight championship this Saturday. Ahead of Emelianenko's final fight against Ryan Bader in the main event of Bellator 290, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck, Alexander K. Lee, and Jed Meshew preview the matchup and discuss why "The Last Emperor" could get it done in his swan song, Johnny Eblen's opportunity to boost his star potential against Anatoly Tokov in the co-main event, the super fun main card opener between Sabah Homasi and Brennan Ward, the impact of being on CBS, and more. Additionally, the panel previews UFC Vegas 68 headlined by a heavyweight tilt between Derrick Lewis and Serghei Spivac, what is at stake for "The Black Beast," the return of Doo Ho Choi for the first time since 2019, Tatsuro Taira's potential, and Laura Sanko's UFC color commentary debut. Follow Mike Heck: @MikeHeck_JR Follow Alexander K. Lee: @AlexanderKLee Follow Jed Meshew: @JedKMeshew Subscribe: http://goo.gl/dYpsgH Check out our full video catalog: http://goo.gl/u8VvLi Visit our playlists: http://goo.gl/eFhsvM Like MMAF on Facebook: http://goo.gl/uhdg7Z Follow on Twitter: http://goo.gl/nOATUI Read More: http://www.mmafighting.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sean Sheehan is back to give his preview and predictions for Bellator 290: Bellator 290: Bader vs. Fedor 2 which goes down February 4, 2023, at the Kia Forum, Inglewood, California, United States. Timestamps:(00:00) Intro, Bellator in 2022(04:24) Ryan Bader vs Fedor Emeliankenko(17:54) Steve Mowry vs Ali Isaev(20:47) Johnny Eblen vs Anatoly Tokov(25:32) Sabah Homasi vs Brennan Ward(26:02) Lorenz Larkin vs Mukhamed Berkhamov(27:43) Neiman Gracie vs Dante Schiro(29:21) Henry Corrales vs Akhmed Magomedov(30:32) Christopher Gonzalez vs Max Rohskopf(30:41) Grant Neal vs Karl Albrektsson(30:54) Diana Avsaragova vs Alejandra Lara(31:11) Darrion Caldwell vs Mikhaliov(31:58) Jaylon Bates vs Jornel Lugo(32:31) Isaiah Hokit vs Peter Ishiguro(32:37) Ethan Hughes vs Yusuf Karakaya(32:41) Recap

Sean Sheehan previews Bellator 282 headlined by a Bellator Middleweight Championship fight, Gegard Mousasi vs. Johnny Eblen.Timestamps:(00:00) Bellator 282 and Bellator Dublin(03:33) Cody Law vs. James Gonzalez(03:42) Lucas Brennan vs. Johnny Soto(03:48) Marcos Breno vs. Richard Palencia(04:26) Bryce Logan vs. Mandel Nallo(05:08) Dan Moret vs. Killys Mota(05:15) Alejandra Lara vs. Ilara Joanne(05:23) Sabah Homasi vs. Maycon Mendonca(05:48) Anatoly Tokov vs. Muhammad Abdullah(07:55) Cat Zingano vs. Pam Sorenson(12:35) Brent Primus vs. Alexandr Shabliy(16:05) Brennan Ward vs. Kassius Kayne(20:03) Leandro Higo vs. Danny Sabatello(23:49) Magomed Magomedov vs. Enrique Barzola(26:40) Gegard Mousasi vs. Johnny Eblen

We hope you all enjoy our MMA Weekend Recap! Join us as we discuss Jamahal Hill's brutal knockout against Johnny Walker at UFC Vegas 48, Logan Storley and Neiman Gracie's war at Bellator 274, Bobby Green stepping in to replace Beneil Dariush against Islam Makhachev at UFC Vegas 49, and much more! Time Stamps: (0:00) - Intro (2:39) - UFC Vegas 48 recap: (12) Jamahal Hill defeats (10) Johnny Walker via KO (14:55) - UFC Vegas 48 recap: Jim Miller defeats Nikolas Motta via TKO (19:18) - Bellator 274 recap: (5) Logan Storley defeats (4) Neiman Gracie via Unanimous Decision (23:21) - Bellator 274 recap: Brennan Ward defeats Brandon Bell via TKO (26:07) - Bobby Green stepping in to replace Beneil Dariush against Islam Makhachev on February 26 (36:48) - PFL Challenger Series: Light Heavyweights recap (53:03) - Fight Announcements (C) Rizvan Kuniev vs Anthony Hamilton SCHEDULED for Eagle FC 46 on March 11 (4) Aaron Pico vs (7) Jeremy Kennedy SCHEDULED for Bellator 277 on April 15 (59:36) - THE REST (other notable performances from this past weekend's MMA action) Bellator 274: Andrey Koreshkov defeats Chance Rencountre via TKO UFC Vegas 48: David Onama defeats Gabriel Benitez via KO UFC Vegas 48: Chas Skelly defeats Mark Striegl via TKO UFC Vegas 48: Jonathan Pearce defeats Christian Rodriguez via Unanimous Decision Knucklemani 2: Mike Perry and Chad Mendes win their respective bouts (1:16:24) - Follow our social media + Interact and engage with the show! Be sure to follow us on all platforms to stay updated on future episodes and announcements: Our Linktree can take you straight to our Donation and Voice Message options, video episodes on YouTube, social media platforms, and more! Simply click the following link and explore where you can support, engage and interact with our podcast: https://linktr.ee/belowaveragejoes_podcast Thanks for listening! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/belowaveragejoes-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/belowaveragejoes-podcast/support

Sean Sheehan previews Bellator 274 - Gracie vs. Storley which features a main event fight between Welterweight stand-outs and the first 5 round non-title fight in Bellator MMA history. Neiman Gracie vs. Logan Storley headlines and the card also features the return of former champion, Andrey Koreshkov who fights Chance Rencountre in the co-main event. (00:00) Intro & Prelim Fights(02:30) Brennan Ward vs. Brandon Bell(04:19) Davison Franklin vs. Said Sowma(09:34) Georgi KaraKhanyan vs. Adam Piccolotti(14:40) Andrey Koreshkov vs. Chance Rencountre(18:13) Neiman Gracie vs. Logan Storley

Redmeption, battling demons, new life as a father, union life, tough guys on job sites, career reminicing, travel stories, injuries, and will we ever see him fight again? Lots of good stuff here.

House Rules July 3rd 2019 EP 85 Special Guest interview Brennan Ward --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/house-rules-podcast/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/house-rules-podcast/support

A quick hitter episode as we try to familiarize ourselves with the fighters of this inaugural bare knuckle event. The day before the event is suppose to have its weigh-ins , they have 2 fighters back out of the event. Shawn Merriman (former NFL) and Brennan Ward both stated similar issues with things in the contract that were agreed upon were not being met. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/headmovement/support

In this episode we discuss GGG vs Canelo 2, Floyd Mayweather, Mark Hunt, Chuck vs Tito 3, Dillashaw/Cejudo, BJ Penn, Johny Hendricks, Cyborg vs Nunes, Max Holloway and we make our picks for UFC Sao Paulo UFC! MMA! UNTITLEDMMA.COM! @UNTITLEDMMA! GGG! GENNADY GOLOVKIN! CANELO ALVAREZ! SAUL ALVAREZ! OSCAR DE LA HOYA! GOLDEN BOY PROMOTIONS! BOXING! HBO BOXING! MAX KELLERMAN! FLOYD MAYWEATHER! MANNY PACQUIAO! CONOR MCGREGOR! MARK HUNT! ALEKSEI OLYNEIK! GOKHAN SAKI! BIGFOOT SILVA! STIPE MIOCIC! CHUCK LIDDELL! TITO ORTIZ! SAD! TJ DILLASHAW! HENRY CEJUDO! DEMETRIOUS JOHNSON! MIGHTY MOUSE! DOMINICK CRUZ! CODY GARBRANDT! BJ PENN! RYAN HALL! GEORGES ST PIERRE! JOANNA JEDRZEJCZYK! VALENTINA SHEVSHENKO! JOHNY HENDRICKS! BRENNAN WARD! BAREKNUCKLE BOXING! MAX HOLLOWAY! BRIAN ORTEGA! JOSE ALDO! FRANKIE EDGAR! CRIS CYBORG! AMANDA NUNES! RENAN BARAO! ANDRE EWELL! SAM ALVEY! ANTONIO ROGERIO NOGUEIRA! MINOTAURO! LIL NOG! ALEX OLIVEIRA! COWBOY OLIVEIRA! BALADA! GUSTTAVO LIMA! CARLO PEDERSOLI! ERYK ANDERS! THIAGO SANTOS! JIMI MANUWA! GLOVER TEIXEIRA! https://untitledmma.com/store/

• BJ Penn will fight Ryan Hall at UFC 232. • USADA formally suspends for UFC champ Fabricio Werdum for two years. • Michael Chiesa files a suit against Conor McGregor for the Brooklyn bus fiasco. • One of Pam’s favorites Brennan Ward will retire after pulling out of his Bellator 207 bout due to an undisclosed injury. • And Lyoto Machida is set to make his Bellator against former champ Rafael Carvalho in the promotion’s first trip to Hawaii. Brought to you by Bomb First fight street wear. Use promo code AMP10 to get 10% off!

The MMA Minute 8.20.18 | #Bellator207 #UFC229 #UFCDenver #BellatorNation • Dana White says the UFC is now worth 7 billion after their ESPN deal. • Gray Maynard will fight Nik Lentz at UFC 229. • Luis Pena will fight last seasons TUF winner Mike Trizano at UFC Fight Night 138 in Denver. • And Pam’s favorite Brennan Ward will fight Andre Fialho at Bellator 207.

Host Daniel Levi (@BestFightPicks) & Co-Host Shaq (@mmagenius05) welcome UFC bantamweight contender Marlon Chito Vera (@ChitoVeraUFC) back to #HalfTheBattle for an entertaining discussion about his first round submission victory over Brian Kelleher, as well as his future plans, and more. Levi & Shaq are then joined by UFC bantamweight prospect Cody Stamann (@CodyStamann) for an in-depth discussion about his highly anticipated showdown vs the very hyped Tom Duquesnoy at UFC 216. Next, Levi & Shaq are joined by top 5 Bellator welterweight Fernando Gonzalez (@MenifeeManiac) to recap his impressive submission victory of Brennan Ward at Bellator 182. Lastly, Levi & Shaq welcome back flyweight prospect Casey Kenney (@CKMMA125) ahead of his second appearance on Dana White Tuesday Night Contender. Subscribe to #HalfTheBattle: iTunes: www.itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hal…040391940?mt=2 Soundcloud: @BestFightPicks Youtube: www.youtube.com/BestFightPicksHalfTheBattle Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/daniel-l…attle?refid=stpr Find Best Fight Picks: www.BestFightPicks.com Twitter: @BestFightPicks Facebook: www.facebook.com/BestFightPicks

Host Daniel Levi (@BestFightPicks) welcomes UFC middleweight Eryk Anders (@ErykAnders) back to #HalfTheBattle for an entertaining discussion about his career-defining as he knocked out UFC vet Rafael Natal in the first round at UFC Long Island. Anders also reveals whom he would like to face next inside the Octagon. Levi is then joined by Bellator welterweight Fernando Gonzalez (@MenifeeManiac) for an in-depth discussion about his highly anticipated co-main event fight with Brennan Ward at Bellator 182, August 25th. Lastly, Levi is joined by UFC newcomer Alex Perez, fresh off his anaconda submission victory on Dana White Tuesday Night Contender which earned him a contract. Perez also calls out a very well respected UFC veteran as his next opponent. Subscribe to #HalfTheBattle: iTunes: www.itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/hal…040391940?mt=2 Soundcloud: @BestFightPicks Youtube: www.youtube.com/BestFightPicksHalfTheBattle Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/daniel-l…attle?refid=stpr Find Best Fight Picks: www.BestFightPicks.com Twitter: @BestFightPicks Facebook: www.facebook.com/BestFightPicks

Ortiz Dominates Sonnen On this episode of Lineup MMA, Joe, Ben, and Sean are here to discuss Tito Ortiz first round submission victory over Chael Sonnen at Bellator 170, as well as numerous allegations claiming the fight was a work. Also, the guys examine the co-main event from Bellator 170 which featured Paul Daley knocking... The post Tito Ortiz Wins Final Fight, Daley Knocks Out Ward, and the New ABC Unified Rules of MMA appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

At Bellator 170, Tito Ortiz submitted Chael Sonnen in the first round. We'll discuss that fight plus assess the claims by some fans and even former fighters that the could could've been fixed. We'll also look at Paul Daley's brutal knockout of Brennan Ward and the rest of the card that aired on Spike TV. This is the Monday Morning Analyst with Luke Thomas.

Here is the audio from the Bellator 170 media call, featuring Bellator president Scott Coker and fighters Tito Ortiz, Chael Sonnen, Brennan Ward and Paul Daley

On this edition of The MMA Insiders Podcast, Jason Floyd is joined by fighter/coach Greg Rebello. They discuss topics ranging from Friday’s UFC 207, weigh cutting in MMA, what a cruiserweight division could have done for the sport, the regional scene, Brennan Ward and the various fighter associations. Follow Jason Floyd on Twitter: @Jason_Floyd Follow […] The post The MMA Insiders: Episode 115 appeared first on Radio Influence.

In this episode of The Shetler Show, Anthony Shetler skypes with the “Irish Bad Boy” of mixed martial arts (MMA), Brennan Ward at his father’s gym. Not only does Brennan Ward have a love for fighting, but skateboarding and surfing as well, making him a well-rounded guest for this podcast. They kick off the show by talking about Brennan’s long-term relationship with skateboarding and fighting, along with the dedication needed in both sports. Brennan Ward is a professional MMA fighter with a 10 - 3 record, reigning from Waterford, Connecticut. Brennan Ward feels that the key to success is dedication. Devotion allows for long-term prosperity, especially being an athlete. Shetler and Ward recognize that physical talent can take you somewhere, but it’s more about gaining experience while being there. They discuss the different pressures that come along with being a professional athlete, including age, vices, expectations and other weighty issues. Anthony Shetler goes into how dedication can lead to some needed down-time, finding out what Brennan Ward does to relax his body and mind. The two discuss the physical abuse that both sports provoke and Brennan shares a story about a time he was choked out. Shetler also asked Brennan some of your questions As professional athletes, the two discuss recognizing others within their sport and community. Brennan Ward supports Heavy Hitters USA. Heavy Hitters USA is a non-profit established in his father’s gym, that mentors at-risk youth by promoting a positive, healthy lifestyle. Host: Anthony Shetler - http://allineedskate.com/ Guest: Brennan Ward - https://twitter.com/swaggleberryfin https://www.facebook.com/irishbadboymma Shoutouts: Kent Ward - http://heavyhittersusa.org/ David Braymen - Kevin Phelps - https://www.facebook.com/kevin.phelps.330 Denzel Moffett (Kids at Groton Skatepark) Ryan Sheckler - http://www.ryansheckler.com/ Nick Dompierre - https://twitter.com/nickdompierre Alexander Shlemenko - https://twitter.com/stormshlemenko Manny Santiago - https://twitter.com/mannyslaysall

Welcome back to another episode of Cage Side Submissions,We plan to provide you with unique and fun-filled SHOWS. News, highlights, and interviews Please feel free to call in with your questions and comments at anytime. 657-383-0267 For our Host Steve Rychel (@CSSRadio) And Co-Host Racheal Blaze @RachaelBlaze  Our First Guest is TUF,UFC&Bellator Vet Phillipe"Super"Nover 10-5-1(@PhillipeNover) Phillipe is coming off an 2nd Rd RNC Victory over Dan Cion At Ring Of Combat 50 January 23rd. Retaining his Lightweight Title after an 19 month layoff  Our Sencond Guest is Former Invicta FC Champion And current UFC Woman's Bantamweight Lauren Murphy 8-1 (@LaurenMurphyMMA)Murphy is expected to face Liz Carmouche on April 4, 2015 at UFC Fight Night 63. Our Third Guest is Bridget Grace Mceliece 2-1 Ammy Training Outta Daniel Gracie's Renzo Gracie Philly Bridget will be Returning to action Febuary 28th for Cffc After her last time out 1:12 sec RNC victory at Stellar fights 25  And our final guest is Bellator Middelweight Tamdan McCrory 12-3 (@thebarncattm) coming of am impressive .21 sec. Ko of Brennan Ward at Bellator 123 after a 5 year retimement from the sport he returns to action against Jason Butcher at Bellator 134 event, Feb. 27 in Connecticut

This is the March 26, 2014 episode of Ringside Report Radio. Hosted by Dave Simon and Kevin McKough. Simon and McKough discussed results from UFC Fight Night 38 including Dan Henderson's KO win over Shogun Rua in the main event. Simon and McKough talked about Chris Weidman's knee injury and his fight with Lyoto Machida being postponed to July. Simon and McKough previewed the main card for Bellator 114 including two featherweight semi-finals and a middleweight championship bout between Alexander Shlemenko and Brennan Ward. All this and much more MMA on this 1-hour episode.