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MMA HistoryMac Danzig Road to The Ultimate FighterSend us a textEp 274 Mac Danzig Road to The Ultimate Fighter Mac Danzig joins us for part 2 of his journey to competing at the sports highest levels. Mac Danzig is incredibly reclusive and has intentionally stayed out of the public eye for over a decade We hope that you enjoy this episode as much as we did Ep 274 Mac Danzig Road to The Ultimate Fighter 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:49 interview start 3:44 first fight as a vegan 9:38 sh...2025-05-052h 07MMA HistoryBart Vale Career Deep DiveSend us a textBart Vale Career Deep Dive Ep 273Bart Vale is considered to be one of the few Americans to be on the ground floor of the Japan MMA explosion. Bart Vale takes us through his time with New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) which include a famous confrontation with Ken Shamrock. BIG thank you to William Colosimo who helped us with understanding a time period that is largely undocumented. Bart Vale Career Deep Dive Ep 273 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest in...2025-04-281h 37MMA HistoryCarlson Gracie Tribute - Marcelo MelloSend us a textEp 272 Carlson Gracie Tribute - Marcelo Mello Marcelo Mello reflects on his beginnings with a man whom is considered a modern fighting legend. Mello’s, time with Carlson Gracie had him witness the incredible foundation of the greatest combat sports team ever assembled; His journey there ended with an unspoken incident that had Mello permanently leaving the team. This is a candidate for interview of the year, it is raw, emotional and unapologetic Carlson Gracie Tribute - Marcelo Mello Ep 272 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out...2025-04-211h 34MMA HistoryChristine Ferea BKFC Deep DiveSend us a textChristine Ferea BKFC Deep Dice Ep 271 Christine Ferea is known as the GOAT when it comes to her reign at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. In this episode we get to know Christine Ferea the person in order to understand what drives her to become the most dominant champion in Bare Knuckle history. Christine Ferea BKFC Deep Dive #bkfc 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 guest introduction1:46 interview start 2:01 thoughts on fighting career 4:21 wanting to fight the best fighters 6:15 risk that comes...2025-04-1759 minMMA HistorySean Sherk Early YearsSend us a textEp 270 Sean Sherk Early Years Sean Sherk has one of the most unique journeys to becoming a UFC World Champion. His departure from the sport has always been somewhat of a mystery; in this interview we discuss his path to being called World Champion. It is a powerful listen Ep 270 Sean Sherk Early years 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:39 interview start 2:08 departure from fighting 4:43 wrestling career 10:22 Jiu Jitsu match with Chris Brennan 11:47 dealings with...2025-04-141h 58MMA HistoryGene LeBell Tribute - John Perretti & John DonehueSend us a textEp 269 Gene LeBell Tribute Gene LeBell is hard to describe in a few words 2x National Judo Champion, Pro Wrestler, Shoot Fighter and internationally respected stuntman are just a few of the things that you can mention. Lebell Black Belts John Perretti and John Donehue reminisce about their training and life experiences about a man that made a profound impact on their lives. This is a must listen for true historians of combat sports Ep 269 Gene LeBell Tribute 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intr...2025-04-072h 08MMA HistoryNate Quarry The Ultimate Fighter 1Send us a textEp 258 Nate Quarry The Ultimate Fighter 1 Nate Quarry was a member of the inaugural season of TUF and a leading advocate for fighters rights. Nate Quarry explores the path that he took as a fighter that gave him the credibility to get justice for former MMA fighters all over the world. Please join us as we relive Nate’s journey Nate Quarry The Ultimate Fighter 1 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:33 interview start 2:25 growing up a Jehovah’s Wi...2025-03-312h 06MMA HistoryEddie Gordon Road to the Ultimate FighterSend us a textEddie Gordon Road to The Ultimate Fighter Ep 267 Eddie Gordon comes from the internationally renowned Serra Longo gym and the winner of TUF 19Eddie Gordon helps break down why Serra Longo is so successful and the impact it had on him as a person and his career. Special Thank You to Nick Lamagna from the A Game podcast for landing this guest Eddie Hirdon Road to The Ultimate Fighter Ep 267 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:41 intervie...2025-03-271h 38MMA HistoryNate Marquardt Pancrase YearsSend us a textNate Marquardt Pancrase years Ep 266Nate Marquardt is a 50 fight club member with a prolific 20 fight career within the Pancrase organization. Nate Marquardt gives us an update as to what he is currently doing as well as a glimpse into his career in Japan Nate Marquardt Pancrase years Ep 2660:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 guest introduction1:33 interview start 1:35 current life 5:36 dangers living in Myanmar12:20 Colorado fight scene 15:19 training partner Brad Gumm17:11 first fights on record 17:43 trainer Ricardo Murgel2025-03-2444 minMMA HistoryRalph Gracie Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 265 Ralph Gracie Career Drive Ralph Gracie joins us to discuss the Wild West days of what will later become Mixed Martial Arts. Ralph Gracie black belt and BJJ pioneer Allan “Gumby” Marques joins us as we take a look into the life and career of a man that generally does NOT do interviews. This one took almost a year to land and is well worth the wait. Ralph Gracie Career Deep Dive #graciejiujitsu #jiujitsu #Ralphgracie#r#ricksongracie Ralph Gracie 0...2025-03-171h 38MMA HistoryChuck Liddell Early Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 264 Chuck Liddell Early Career Deep Dive Chuck Liddell iconic rise to becoming a UFC champion is documented in this historic interview featuring long time trainer and personal friend John Hackleman. Chuck Liddell and John Hackleman Rene ice about the beginnings of a career that would propel Chuck to international stardom. Leviathan Group and Chris Wood made this interview possible https://www.instagram.com/theleviathangroup?igsh=MXRmd2hsd2cxYjZxOA==Ep 264 Chuck Liddell Early Years 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro ...2025-03-102h 00MMA HistoryRobert Drysdale MMA & ADCCSend us a textEp 263 Robert Drysdale MMA & ADCC Robert Drysdale is a renowned BJJ historian with an accomplished career in Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts Drysdale reminisces about his BJJ beginnings, winning a world title as well as some incredible moments he experiences as a coach. When going into an interview with a fellow historian, it can get super nerdy; we hope that you enjoy this as much as we did 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:27 interview start 2025-03-031h 44MMA HistoryDan Bobish Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 262 Dan Bobish Career Deep Dive Dan Bobish record is an incredible resume when you look at his fight record. One of the founding members of the legendary Strong Style gym, Dan Bobish recalls some moments from his career that are incredibly fascinating. This interview took over 2 years to finally get recorded, we hope that you enjoy it as much as we did. 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:22 interview start 2:03 meeting Dan Severn 3:54 experience with Richard Hamilton5:50 Sambo group Tripp academy 6:30 meeting B...2025-02-241h 53MMA HistoryAl Iaquinta BEFORE the UFCSend us a textEp 261 Al Iaquinta BEFORE the UFCAl Iaquinta had an impressive career within the UFC that included a world title fight; what most people dont know is how crazy and difficult his path was to getting a UFC contract.This interview has Iaquinta recaling stories and issues prior to his stint within the UFC that have never talked aboutSpecial thank you to Nick Lamagna and the A Game podcast for lining this interview up 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:22 interview start4:30 refusing to...2025-02-171h 43MMA HistoryGabriel Gonzaga Early CareerSend us a textEp 260 Gabriel Gonzaga Early Career Gabriel Gonzaga is a name that pops up on several legendary fighters records. internationally respected trainer Wander Braga joins us as we discuss Gonzaga’s beginnings and his incredible run in the ADCC. Wander Braga in the ONLY reason that Gonzaga agreed to do the interview and we are incredibly grateful to him for making this episode so special. Ep 260 Gabriel Gonzaga Early Career Deep Dive0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:32 interview start 2025-02-102h 01MMA HistoryAndrei Arlovski Early Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 258 Andrei Arlovski 1999-2009 Andrei Arlovski has never given an interview outside of a fight scrum. With the help of ATT coach Mike Brown we were able to wrangle him in for this exclusive sit down. Andrei Arlovski arrived in Chicago by way of Belarus with more questions than we have ever had answers…. A lot gets cleared up within this incredible exclusive Ep 158 Andrei Arlovski 1999-20090:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction1:33 interview start 1:35 transition to the United St...2025-02-031h 12MMA HistoryMac Danzig BEFORE the UFCSend us a textEp 257 Mac Danzig BEFORE the UFC Mac Danzig 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction1:19 interview start 4:04 learning techniques from VHS tapes 5:25 UFC 2 being the most violent UFC event 8:23 early beginnings in MMA 13:05 connecting with the Raw team 18:35 Rico Chiaperelli rolling with Rickson Gracie 22:05 Mac Danzig vs Kurt Pelligrino25:10 opinion on east coast sports fans28:04 Extreme challenge 8 man tournament 37:59 dealings with Monte Cox40:13 Mac Danzig vs Joe Jordan43:26 taking the hard road in fighting 46:25 Mac Danzig v...2025-01-272h 10MMA HistoryJohn Donehue Australian BJJ PioneerSend us a textEp 256 John Donehue Australian BJJ Pioneer 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction1:33 interview start 1:44 early beginnings in MMA5:47 going to the United States for Jiu Jitsu7:46 training with Gene Labell 11:14 Gene Labell training stuntman Matt Johnson 15:00 watching UFC 119:36 relationship with John Perretti25:47 training with Dan Inosanto28:28 MARS event 29:40 Rico Chiaperelli dropped from the Gracie system 35:54 John Perretti introduction 36:05 reffing extreme fighting 236:59 getting arrested after extreme fighting event 40:03 having an eye for reffing44:39 the importance...2025-01-201h 36MMA HistoryPete Spratt Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 255 Pete Spratt Career Deep Dive Pete Spratt was known for having explosive power and anyone brave or foolish enough to stand and trade with him paid the price. What took place behind the scenes with Pete Spratt is actually just as interesting as what we saw in the cage. Ep 255 Pete Spratt Career Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:16 interview start 1:30 beginnings in MMA3:40 training coach Saekson JanJira7:21 training with Lions Den members 9:33 Pete Spratt vs Jeremiah Oniel2025-01-131h 25MMA History2024 Year in ReviewSend us a textEp 254 - 2024 Year in ReviewSit back and relax as the LOP crew break down statistics from the past year as well as the inner workings and how we manage information.We address what was taking place behind the scenes in order to land some of this years guests as well s follow ups to the stand out appearances.Special Thank You to Hong Kong Phooey from TheOnlyGround.comEp 254 - 2024 Year in ReviewOur favorite interviewee John Perretti Subscribe to t...2025-01-061h 26MMA HistoryJay Ellis Life of a JourneymanSend us a textEp 253 Jay Ellis Life of a Journeyman Jay Ellis is a veteran of almost 150 fights including 30 UFC veterans abs almost 2 dozen Bellator competitors. Jay has never said no to a fight and has some incredible wins on his record that are shocking. Ep 253 Jay Ellis Life of a Journeyman 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction1:20 interview start 1:32 inspired by Royce Gracie3:20 Jay Ellis vs Justin Wieman6:54 opponent Kevin Furgison mistaken for Kimbo Slice 8:08 taking fights on short notice 9:37...2024-12-3057 minMMA HistoryJoe Doerkson Early Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 252 Joe Doerkson Early Career Deep DiveJoe Doerkson is Canadas first 50 Fight Club memberHailing from Manitoba Canada Joe Doerkson was a guy that had to make BIG sacrifices in order dedicate himself to a life of fighting. Having never said no to a fight, it will surprise you as to the opponents he faced and the pay associated with them. This interview is a walk through what we at the LOP would call a legendary career; a hard to track down interview with one of the sports more...2024-12-232h 23MMA HistorySpencer Fisher Update w/ Peter FreerSend us a textEp 251 Spencer Fisher Update w/ Peter FreerSpencer Fisher publicly stated a few years ago that he had been suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and that his mental/physical well being was declining. Peter Freer is a life long friend of Spencer Fisher and the creator of PlayAttention.comIn this episode we discuss the current medical options available for people with Spencer’s condition and how PlayAttentiom.com has impacted their lives. This is a feel good interview that left us with the...2024-12-161h 27MMA HistoryRoland Sarria Career & ControversySend us a textEp 250 Roland Sarria Career & Controversy 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction 1:25 interview start 2:03 beginnings in Jiu Jitsu 3:35 Gracie Challenge matches 9:41 relationship with Rickson Gracie 11:35 opening up first Gym 12:36 experience with Richard Hamilton14:34 Richard Hamilton leaving the Phoenix fight scene 16:54 Trainer Steve Owen’s 17:54 interactions with Erik Paulson 21:37 Erik Paulson taking private lessons from the Gracie’s 23:30 thoughts on John Perretti 25:10 John Lober’s reputation in the LA scene 29:33 leaving Rickson Gracie’s gym 33:14 self promoting to black belt ...2024-12-091h 29MMA HistoryOleg Taktarov Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 249 Oleg Taktarov Career Deep Dive Oleg Taktarov became a household name at UFC 5; his journey through the NHB era started prior to UFC 1. Join us as Oleg Taktarov takes us through a legendary career with a lot of crazy stories. Ep 249 Oleg Taktarov Career Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 1:21 interview start 3:01 Russian special forces 3:20 learning Sambo at age 9 7:24 Maxim Tarasov7:56 1994 iron Gladoator champion11:48 Pancrase holding NHB before the UFC 15:29 tra...2024-12-021h 45MMA HistoryChris Camozzi BEFORE the UFCSend us a textEp 248 Chris Camozzi BEFORE the UFC Ep Chris Camozzi is a 20 fight UFC veteran and the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship 205lbs World Champion. Camozzis journey to the UFC is starts at the grassroots of the Denver Colorado scene; this is a fun listen Chris Camozzi BEFORE the UFC Ep 2480:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction 1:15 interview start 1:49 Chris Camozzi vs Sawyer Depee 6:47 training with Chael Sonnen9:25 meeting Chael Sonnen 13:14 connecting with Chris Weidman 17:12 training fighters in New York 2024-11-251h 34MMA HistoryPaul Jones Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 247 Paul Jones Career Deep Dive Paul Jones started his career in Steve Nelson’s United Shoot Wrestling Federation. Heath Herring, Evan Tanner and Ali Elias are a few of the names that he worked out with on his way to fighting in the UFC. Paul’s career has some of the most stringent MMA experts debating exactly how good he was.; an alternate Olympic wrestler and a world champion Sambo player it comes with no surprise that he has dominant wins over Erik Paulson, Heath Herring and Sanae Ki...2024-11-181h 16MMA HistoryJohn Perretti Extreme Fighting 3Send us a textEp 245 John Perretti Extreme Fighting 3 John Perretti joins us once again in order to continue to document the incredibly important Extreme Fighting Battlecade events. John Perretti is the foundation of which “Modern” MMA is built on top of; his Extreme Fighting Battlecade events are the blue prints for which grew the understanding of the sport. This is a fun one Ep 245 John Perretti Extreme Fighting Battlecade 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:55 interview start 2:51 dealing with John Perretti 2024-11-041h 40MMA HistoryMiletich Fighting Systems Championship Years - Jeremy HornSend us a textEp 244 Miletich Fighting Systems Championship Years - Jeremy Horn Pat Miletich, Matt Hughes, Jens Pulver and Tim Sylvia captured the UFC championship belts while all working out at the Miletich Fighting System in Davenport Iowa. Jeremy Horn was the architect and master planner behind the work that went into this incredible moment in mixed martial arts. Jeremy Horn and the MMA set Mike Davis discuss this historic championship run while also examining the science that went into each fight. Ep 244 Miletich Fighting Systems Championship Years - Jere...2024-10-281h 39MMA HistoryCourt McGee Addiction - BEFORE the UFCSend us a textEp 243 Court McGee Addiction Before the UFC Court McGee has a story that can compete with Ian Heinisch when it comes to their activities prior to fighting in the UFC. Court McGee shares with us aspects of his life and career BEFORE he got to the UFC. Ep 243 Court McGee Addiction Before the UFC 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:32 interview start 0:40 early life/ battle with addiction4:21 experimenting with drinking 6:54 getting prescribed Oxycodone after injury 8:51 being arrested for DUI while underage 11:0...2024-10-211h 03MMA HistoryGary Marino MMA PioneerSend us a textEp 242 Gary Marino MMA PioneerGary Marino's journey into the world of MMA started at UFC 7, having gained noteriety as both a manager and a matchmaker there isbt a job within the sport that Marino has not excelled at.IFL team owner, Jon Jones manager and the first person to bring Kimbo Slice into the cage; Gary Marino's career is a wild ride0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:31 interview start 0:48 early beginnings in MMA4:04 being on administrative side of early U...2024-10-141h 59MMA HistoryJohn Dixson Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 241 John Dixson Career Deep DiveJohn Dixson comes to us from Mississippi and is a veteran of international No Holds Barred competitions. John Dixson has fought some incredible names, Carlos Barreto, Igor Vovchancyn, Andrei Arlovski, Remco Pardoel and Jeremy Horn to name a few.John Dixson fought in the "Outlaw Era" of Mixed Martial Arts and is one of the few Americans that had intimate dealings with mafia goops from 4 different countries. This is a wild listen, I suggest that you sit back and take this one in.2024-10-071h 21MMA HistorySam Hoger TUF 1 Deep DiveSend us a textEp 240 Sam Hoger TUF 1 Deep Dive Sam Hoger was a participant on one of the most important moments within the history of the UFC. The Ultimate Fighter Season 1 brought the UFC from spectacle to mainstream sport. Sam Hoger takes us through his journey to get on the TUF show as well as the process of the first ever Ultimate Fighter TV show. Sam Hoger is full of stories in this historic interview. Ep 240 Sam Hoger TUF 1 Deep Dive 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:3...2024-09-302h 34MMA HistoryExtreme Fighting Battlecade 2 Donald ZuckermanSend us a textEp 239 Extreme Fighting Batlecade 2 - Donald ZuckermanDonald Zuckerman & John Perretti came together to create the Extreme Fighting Battlecade series; although they only had 4 events, what they put together can be described as the beginning of the sports “Modern Era”. Donald Zuckerman and John Perretti discuss an event that had its participants arrested and international scrutiny of the sport as a whole. This is a must listen for the hardcore history fans. Ep 239 Extreme Fighting Batlecade 2 - Donald Zuckerman0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest i...2024-09-231h 28MMA HistoryJohn Lober Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 238 John Lober Career Deep Dive John Lober is one of the sports biggest mysteries; his body of work isnt lengthy, but the fighters that he competed against are considered to be some of the world’s best. When researching John and speaking to his contemporaries, the stories of both inside and out of the cage were always intense and often times difficult to believe. John Lober comes to us and gives us a raw look into a man that many today both still fear and respect. 2024-09-161h 58MMA HistoryValentijn Overeem Early Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 237 Valentijn Overeem Early Career Deep Dive Valentijn Overeem is a 50 fight club member that started his career in the mid 90’s. Valentijn takes us through the early Dutch MMA/Kickboxing scene with some incredible stories while at the same time diving into some career highs. Interviews like this are exactly the reason we love the early Dutch scene Ep 237 Valentijn Overeem Early Career Deep Dive Ep 237 Valentijn Overeem Early Career Deep Dive Valentijn Overeem is a 50 fight club member that started his care...2024-09-091h 43MMA HistoryPete Drago Sell Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 236 Pete Drago Sell Career Deep Dive Pete Sell started his career at the famous Serra Longo gym in New York. We discuss the Phil Baroni rivalry, Matt Serra beating George St Pierre as well as what it was like participating in the east coast underground fight scene. Ep 236 Pete Drago Sell Career Deep Dive 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:34 interview start 1:48 dropping out of college to pursue fight career 3:18 guest security on the Jerry Springer show 4:43 beginnings in MMA 9:01 rolling w...2024-09-021h 31MMA HistoryJeff Curran BEFORE the UFCSend us a textEp235 Jeff Curran BEFORE the UFC Jeff Curran is one of Pedro Sauer’s first black belts and his journey into the world of Mixed Martial Arts started BEFORE the first UFC. Jeff Curran is a coach, promoter and most importantly a fighter. Jeff brings us through various points in his early career that help the listeners understand why the words “locker room respect” is synonymous with his name. This is part 1 of a many part series featuring a true pioneer within the sport Ep235 J...2024-08-261h 51MMA HistoryBen Rothwell BEFORE the IFLSend us a textEp 234 Ben Rothwell BEFORE the IFL Ben Rothwell has made a name for himself fighting against someof the worlds toughest competitors.Rothwells path to the UFC started when he was in high school, the stories uncovered on Ben’s journey to the top is an incredible listen. Ep 234 Ben Rothwell BEFORE the IFL 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:36 interview start 0:42 plugs/ promotions 6:23 Ben Rothwell vs Rico Rodriguez9:27 Ben Rothwell vs Nick Bartlett13:27 lying about age to Monte Cox2024-08-191h 28MMA HistoryAung La Nsang Road to OneFCSend us a textEp 233 Aung La Nsang Road to OneFCAung La Nsang journey started with a student visa to travel to the United States from Myanmar.Aung La Nsang path to becoming a world champion is the most unique that we have ever covered. This is a great listen Ep 233 Aung La Nsang Road to OneFC0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:40 interview start 1:02 early life 2:40 training Lethwei growing up 6:00 coming to the United States to study agriculture7:40 connect...2024-08-122h 07MMA HistoryTodd Margolis Jiu Jitsu PioneerSend us a textEp 231 Todd Margolis Jiu Jitsu Pioneer Todd Margolis journey into the world of Jiu Jitsu started after a need to compete when his wrestling career ended. Todd Margolis path had him compete against some of the sport’s biggest names; Igor Gracie, Rafael Lovato, David & Marcos Avon just to name a few. Todd’s career is one of the more difficult projects that we have taken on and we are glad to have finally recorded it. Ep 231 Todd Margolis Jiu Jitsu Pioneer 0:00 Lytes out...2024-07-291h 35MMA HistoryJohnathon Ivey Life of a JourneymanSend us a textEp 230 Johnathon Ivey Life of a Journeyman Johnathon Ivey is a lockeroom staple that has fought a whos who within the sport of MMA. We discuss some of his notable opponents as well as his roll in saving main events on the regional scene and navigating through some of the shadiest promoters in the business. Ivey is someone that carries a lot of respect within the closed doors of the locker room and this episode shows us why that is. Ep 230 Johnathon Ivey Life of a Jo...2024-07-221h 34MMA HistoryLuke Cummo Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 229 Luke Cummo Career Deep Dive Luke Cummo made a name for himself on The Ultimate Fighter season 2. The Matt Serra & Ray Longo fighter went into the house as a huge underdog and would up in the finals. We track Luke’s career and dig into his journey to becoming the pioneer class of the ultimate fighter. Ep 229 Luke Cummo Career Deep Dive 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:35 interview start 1:33 plugs promotions/ dealing with brain injury 5:47 experience with Ken Pavia9:05 promoter...2024-07-151h 45MMA HistoryJohn Perretti Extreme Fighting 1Send us a textEp 228 John Perretti Extreme Fighting 1 John Perretti is largely attributed as coining the phrase “Mixed Martial Arts”. In this episode we dive into his first event Extreme Fighting Battlecade. John Perretti is joined by Igor Zinoviev and we recall an event that we consider to be the start of the “Modern Era” of Mixed Martial Arts. This episode is full of gems and highlights why we love John a perretti as a guest. Ep 228 John Perretti Extreme Fighting 1 SPECIAL SHOUT OUT to the underground forum on ...2024-07-082h 17MMA HistorySergio Batarelli IVC 1996 - 1998Send us a textEp 227 Sergio Batarelli IVT 1996-98Sergio Batarelli was a world champion kick boxer that transitioned to being one of the pioneers of the No Holds Barred era. Sergio Batarelli’s International Vale Tudo Championship was made famous for its 30 minute round and very few rules. Sergio is a legend within our sport and is a foundational father of the term No Holds Barred. 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:59 interview start 1:25 getting involved in fighting 3:10 Jiu Jitsu vs Martial Arts 4:50 roots of MMA...2024-07-011h 52MMA HistoryDavid Loiseau Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 226 David Loiseau Career Deep Dive David Loiseau is one of the founding members of Tri Star gym. David Loiseau was surrounded by greatness with teamates like Ivan Menjivar, Georges St Pierre & Patrick Cote. Denis Kang lined up the interview and joins us for a very special look at the beginnings of a career that fought some of the worlds greatest athletes. Ep 226 David Loiseau Career Deep Dive0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:45 interview start 2:24 plugs/ promotions 2:54 early interest...2024-06-241h 51MMA HistoryMiguel Torres WEC & UFC YearsSend us a textMiguel Torres WEC & UFC Years Miguel Torres career started prior to the 135# weight division existing within the UFC. A true pioneer of the lighter weight classes Miguel Torres takes us on his journey from being in the top 3 P4P in the world to his unceremonious exit from the UFC. This episode is unscripted and raw and it features someone that belongs in everyone’s Hall of Fame Miguel TorresSpecial Thank You to Ralph García for piecing this one together. Miguel Torres WEC & UFC ye...2024-06-172h 05MMA HistoryDarrick Minner Fall From GlorySend us a textEp 224 Darrick Minner Fall From Glory Darrick Minner is a Midwest standout from Nebraska City that fought 50x prior to making his UFC debut. We track Darrick Minner’s journey through his stint in the UFC which ended when fought Shayilan Nuerdanbieke. What would seem as just a set back in Minner’s fight career quickly turned into a media firestorm with lots of accusations and beliefs that had the entire world talking about. NOTHING was censored or asked to be taken out of this intervie...2024-06-101h 56MMA HistoryAdrian Serrano BEFORE the UFCSend us a textEP 223 Adrian Serrano Before the UFCAdrian Serrano is a legend within the early No Holds Barres era of MMA. With almost 150 fights, Adrian Serrano recalls traveling all over the world fighting under a limited rule set. Special Thank You to Jake Klipp for connecting us and helping preserve this very important piece of Mixed Martial Arts history Adrian Serrano BEFORE the UFC Ep 2230:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:35 interview start 0:40 plugs/ promotions1:30 beginnings in MMA3:07 learning the h...2024-06-032h 00MMA HistoryIgor Zinoviev Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 222 Igor Zinoviev Career Deep Dive Igor Zinoviev made a name for himself at Extreme Fighting 1 when he defeated Mario Sperry. Zinoviev went on to Fight Frank Sgamrock for a world title and quietly disappeared from the world of combat sports. The low profile Zinoviev has had a lot of questions in regards to his training, background and what he has done since leaving the sport. Zinoviev address’s everything in this interviewJoining us is friend of the show John Perretti who was the matchmaker credit...2024-05-272h 44MMA HistoryJosh Barnett Road to the UFC TitleSend us a textEp 221 Josh Barnett Road to the UFC Title Josh Barnett became the youngest UFC Heavyweight Champion by defeating the legendary Randy Coutore. Josh takes us though his journey from meeting people online for “mutually agreed upon combat” to entering into the world of Japanese pro wrestling. Buckle in, this is a fun listen0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:51 interview start 1:46 Sensei Jim Harrison5:30 training with Matt Hume 7:39 Josh Barnett vs Chris Charnos 8:20 meeting Matt Hume 9:08 having to stand up to bullyin...2024-05-202h 10MMA HistoryCarlos Newton Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 220 Carlos Newton MMA Career Deep Dive Carlos Newton is a pioneer of the early days in f Mixed Martial Arts as well as Canadas first World Champion. Carlos Newton made his debut on John Perretti’s Extreme Fighting; in this interview John Perretti joins us in order to add depth to the accomplishments Carlos Newton was a main fighter in the UFC anti trust lawsuit. We would NOT have gotten this interview had John Perretti not called Carlos personally on Kurt behalf. Ep 220...2024-05-131h 47MMA HistoryMario Sperry ADCC & MMA Deep DiveSend us a textEp 219 Mario Sperry ADCC & MMA Deep Dive Mario Sperry can be described by the word “legend”; a fierce competitor in both Jiu Jitsu and MMA Mario Sperry takes us through the no holds barred era of the sport as well as his path to the ADCC Hall of Fame. Mario Sperry gives us incredible insight into his years with Carlson Gracie as well as a behind the scene look at Pride Fc. Mario Sperry ADCC & MMA Deep Dive Ep 219 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introducti...2024-05-061h 34MMA HistoryJames Werme UFC Dark EraSend us a textJames Werme UFC Dark Era James Werme was a UFC employee from the Ultimate Ultimate 1995 to UFC 35. James Werme was originally hired by SEG’s David Isaaks as an assistant; behind the scenes Werme quickly developed into bigger rolls eventually becoming an on air personality. James takes us through the Wild West of the No Holds bar era and its transition into becoming “Mixed Martial Arts”. James Werme UFC Dark Era 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:30 interview start 0:35 background working for SEG1:59 cha...2024-04-291h 54MMA HistoryJohn Lewis Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 217 John Lewis Career Deep Dive John Lewis is a mixed martial arts pioneer that made a name for himself during what some call the “UFC Dark Era”. We are also joined by legendary match maker John Perretti & we dive into John Lewis career and the steps that each of these men took in order to pave the way for the lighter weight classes John Lewis does NOT do interviews and the only way that we were able to get this was due to John Perretti calling on a favor...2024-04-222h 02MMA HistoryLandon Showalter Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 216 Landon Showalter Career Deep Dive Landon Showalter is an unsung hero from the Pacific Northwest. At the time of his fight career one could argue that the world’s toughest area of fighters all lives within 90 minutes of each other… Landon Showalter fought ALL of them. This interview is what our podcast is built on, great stories from fighters that literally lived by the saying “anyone…anywhere”. This is a really fun listen Landon Showalter Career Deep Dive Ep 2160:00 Lytes out intro0:19...2024-04-151h 48MMA HistoryMark Robinson Sumo & ADCC DeepDiveSend us a textEp 215 Mark Robinson Sumo & ADCC DeepDive Mark Robinson hails from South Africa and is known as his countries greatest athlete. Although he had one fight in the UFC, what Mark Robinson accomplished in Sumo and ADCC is absolutely legendary and filled with controversy.Mark Robinson does not sugar coat feelings nor avoid hard topics that were rumored but never discussed on record. This interview is an incredible look into the dark world of combat sports; bribery, fixed fights often go unspoken within international competitions... NOT in this interview.2024-04-081h 09MMA HistoryJohn Perretti The Contenders Deep DiveSend us a textEp 214 John Perretti MMA Pioneer Deep Dive Former UFC Matchmaker John Perretti joins us in order to discuss the Contenders Grappling Event and its impact on modern Jiu Jitsu. John Perretti addresses a lot of the rumors and backstage issues during his tenure with the UFC and does NOT sugarcoat what took place. Perretti is a man that has been scrubbed from the UFC's history books and in this interview you will find out why.Order John Perretti book here The Origin of a Species https://www.ama...2024-04-012h 15MMA HistoryShannon Gugerty Career Deep DiveSend us a textEp 213 Shannon Gugerty Career Deep DiveShannon Gugerty cut his teeth in the lawless Tijuana Mexico MMA scene, his insight into the early days of competing in unsanctioned events makes this a must listen to interview.Do you like, Brandon Vera, Jocko Wilnick, Dominic Cruz and Dean Lister? Shannon Gugerty was a part of the glue that held that group together0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:30 interview start 0:54 beginnings in MMA2:30 experience with Mark Dion5:33 meeting Erik DelFiero2024-03-251h 23MMA HistoryCharlie Kohler ADCC BeginningsSend us a textCharlie Kohler ADCC Beginnings Ep 212Charlie Kohler is a staple among the early California NHB scene, this episode Charlie Kohler documents his experience with Sheik Tahnoon and the evolution of what has become the greatest combat sporting tournament in the world.Charlie Kohler will be coming back very shortly in order to talk about his career within the sport of Mixed Martial ArtsCharlie Kohler ADCC Bebinnings Ep 2120:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:29 interview start 0:56 little online info about C...2024-03-181h 37MMA HistoryJorge Santiago Career & the BlackzilliansSend us a textJorge Santiago Career & the Blackzillians Ep 210Jorge Santiago high school years was spent training with the Brazilian Top Team; Jorge Santiago excelled there and was recruited to the American Top Team. 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:32 interview start 0:58 plugs promotions1:56 helping open American top team2:47 being Murilo Bustamante’s student 5:10 getting picked for American top team7:00 training before fighting 7:29 Jorge Santiago vs Joseph Agostini8:25 Jorge Santiago vs Jay Martin10:06 Gesias Cavalcante coming into Jorge Santiago’s life 12:08 being cursed at KOTC e...2024-03-041h 36MMA HistoryLuigi Fioravante Career Deep DiveSend us a textLuigi Fioravante Career Deep Dive Ep 209 Luigi Fioravante MMA journey started in the Marines with Rafiel Torre and Gerald Strebendt. Having trained at the American Top Team, Luigi Fioravante made a name for himself on the independent grind Luigi Fioravante Career Deep Dive Ep 209 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:27 interview start 0:31 current life 2:20 joining the marines after high school 2:56 meeting Gerald Strebendt and Rafiel Torre 4:07 training with Rafiel Torre 6:20 finding out about Rafiel Torre Murder 7:17 3/7 Lima co weapons Platoon 7:45 g...2024-02-261h 14MMA HistoryKJ Noons Career Deep DiveSend us a textKJ Noons Career Deep Dive Ep 208 KJ Noons has literally fought a who’s who of hall of fame worthy opponents. KJ Noons takes us through his career which features multiple legendary run ins with Nick and Nate Diaz. KJ does NOT give interviews and we need to personally thank friend of the show Timmy Ford for coming through with this guest. Timmy also got us Dean ListerKJ Noons Career Deep Dive Ep 208 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:47...2024-02-191h 43MMA HistoryHerb Dean Fight Career Deep DiveSend us a textHerb Dean Fight Career Deep Dive Ep 207Herb Dean joins the LOP to discuss his fight career as well as giving his side to early King of the Cage backstage issues. Herb Dean takes us through the early No Commission days of the California circuit as well as discusses controversial subjects Jeremy Jackson, Rafiel Torre and the Mark Hall vs Ken Shamrock Casino fight.This is a fun listen conversing about issues that are very rarely ever discussedHerb Dean Fight Career Deep Dive Ep 2070:00 Lytes o...2024-02-121h 51MMA HistoryBob Gilstrap Career Deep DiveSend us a textBob Gilstrap Career Deep Dive Ep 206Bob Gilstrap is a No Holds Barred veteran from the Pacific Northwest. Having fought Josh Barnett two times one could make an argument that the region that he cut his teeth in was the toughest in the entire United States. Matt Hume, Dennis Hallman, Ivan Salaverry, Benji Radach, Charlie Pearson, Landon Showalter, Mark Schultz, Maurice Smith and the legendary members of Team Quest are all from the exact same area!Bob Gilstrap takes us through the early days of NHB and p...2024-02-051h 24MMA HistoryLouis Taylor Career Deep DiveSend us a textLouis Taylor Career Deep Dive Ep 205Louis Taylor is currently one of the best MMA trainers in the entire United States, although normally out of the spotlight; Louis Taylor takes us on a journey from getting stiffed by independent promoters to winning the $1 million dollar Professional Fight League tournament.Louis Taylor and his guidance, strategy and foresight has help take Belal Muhammed from a regional stand out and thrust him into a UFC world title fight.This is a rare interview from someone that doesn't do very many L...2024-01-291h 23MMA HistoryLamon Brewster Boxing World ChampionSend us a textLamon Brewster Boxing World Champion Ep 203Lamon Brewster takes us through his humble beginnings of fighting Felix Savon to beating Wladimir Klitschko for the world title.Lamon Brewster life plays out like a movie, in this interview we get into the details that makes his journey special as well as his mindset heading into his biggest fights. Although this is our first interview diving into the world of boxing, you will agree that it holds up to the same expected standard of our MMA and BJJ interviews.P...2024-01-152h 10MMA HistoryTravis Thompson Bare Knuckle Deep DiveSend us a textTravis Thompson Bare Knuckle Deep Dive Ep 202Travis Thompson is a rugged, durable bare knuckle fighter that has captured the respect of the BKFC locker room. Travis Thompson takes us through his time with legendary Philadelphia trainer Marty Feldman, to fighting at BKFC 1 and taking a world title fight against Dat Nguyen on less than a weeks notice.Travis Thompson is a guy that you can't help but be a fan of.Travis Thompson Bare Knuckle Deep Dive Ep 202Subscribe to the Lytes Out Podcast:...2024-01-1158 minMMA HistoryOBAKE Tim Catalfo Career Deep DiveSend us a textObake Tim Catalfo Career Deep Dive Ep 201"Obake" Tim Catalfo is a legend from the No Holds Barred era of the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Obake takes us on his journey from fighting in Brazil to training World Champion Mark ColemanObake Tim Catalfo Career Deep Dive Ep 2010:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:57 interview start1:50 moving to Atlanta2:17 attending Scott Ferrozo vs Steve Grinnow fight3:27 pushing wrestling over jiu jitsu4:53 judging Kevin Randleman vs Bas Rutten fight7:15 UFC no...2024-01-0853 minMMA HistoryJoe Moreira Jiu Jitsu LegendSend us a textJoe Moreira Jiu Jitsu Legend Ep 200Joe Moreira was one of the first Jiu Jitsu black belts to arrive in the United States. Joe Moreira takes us through his start with Reylson Gracie to his transition to instructing Marco Ruas at Kings MMA. There is very little public documentation about Joe Moreira and this interview goes DEEP Special Thank You to Bernard Magalhaes and Fred Hammer for helping land this historic interview. Joe Moreira Jiu Jitsu Legend Ep 2000:00 Lytes out intro...2024-01-012h 02MMA HistoryRich Chou Match Maker Deep DiveSend us a textRich Chou Deep Dive Ep 199Rich Chou cut his teeth in MMA with the Hawaiian promotion Rumble on the Rock. Quickly establishing himself as a match maker, he also worked for EliteXC, StrikeForce and Bellator. Rich Chou currently works for Alta and recently purchased MixedMartialArts.com and its “Underground Forum” message board. Rich Chou Deep Dive Ep 199 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 guest introduction0:37 interview start 0:41 early beginnings in bjj1:41 doing business with Enson Inoue3:36 getti...2023-12-181h 37MMA HistoryDean Lister Career Deep DiveSend us a textDean Lister and his accomplishments within combat sports has seen him fight in the UFC as well as inducted into the ADCC Hall of Fame. Dean Lister takes us on his journey from being on the regional mma scene all the way to Abu Dhabi and Japan. Dean Lister is an open book in this historic interview. Thank You Tim Ford for connecting us with this special episode. Timestamps (Thanks to Andrew Mendoza)0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Joey Venti’s Guest Introduction1:03 Interview Start1:25 MMA...2023-12-112h 10MMA HistoryIvan Menjivar Career Deep DiveSend us a textIvan Menjivar Career Deep Dive Ep 197Ivan Menjivar is the definition of Canadian Martial Arts Pioneer. Ivan Menjivar shares with us the difficulty of immigrating to Canada and the reason that got him into fighting. Ivan Menjivar career is something that gave him international respect before the 135 pound weight class existed. Timestamps (Thanks to Andrew Mendoza!)0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Guest Introduction0:54 Interview Start1:00 Getting to Canada from El Salvador3:07 Being Targeted by Kidnappers 5:39 Joining a Gang in High School 10:01 Learning Jiu...2023-12-041h 56MMA HistoryTony Fryklund Career Deep DiveSend us a textTony Fryklund Carrer Deep Dive Ep 196Tony Fryklund made a name for himself under the world famous Miletich Fighting Systems, Tony Fryklund and his story start far before that.In this emotional interview Tony Fryklund takes us through his unique upbringing and his quest for greatness.Timestamps (Thanks to Andrew Mendoza!)0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:46 Interview Start2:14 Plugs/Promotions3:42 Beginnings/Michael DePasquale6:15 Being an Alternate Match at UFC 148:28 Post Fight issues with Donnie Chappell12:11 Fighting Kevin Ja...2023-11-271h 53MMA HistoryFabiano Iha Career Deep DiveSend us a textFabiano Iha Career Deep Dive Ep 195Fabiano Iha is a retired Brazilian mixed martial artist. He competed in the Lightweight division, fighting in several organizations, including the Ultimate Fighting Championship and PRIDE.Timestamps (Thanks to Andrew Mendoza!)0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s Guest Introduction0:45 Interview Start0:48 Coaching at Beverly Hills Jiu-Jitsu 2:17 Getting Discovered by the UFC3:59 Beginnings in Jiu-Jitsu 5:46 Invitation to compete in ADCC6:55 Fabiano Iha vs Renzo Gracie 8:54 Experience at ADCC 199810:01 Grappling with Kazushi Sakuraba 11:21 Being an Alt...2023-11-201h 55MMA HistoryWander Braga Career Deep DiveSend us a textWanda Braga Career Deep Dive Ep 194Wander Braga is a legend amongst the early No Holds Barred era of competition. Wander allows us some incredible insight into his life and what was taking place behind the scenes of the early days of MMA. Wander Braga and the MMA Detective, Mike Davis go through a deep dive into Wander Braga's MMA Career from the beginning!Timestamps (MASSIVE Shout Out to Andrew Mendoza!) IG: @ambidextress0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Mike Davis Guest Introduction0:40 Interview Start0:58 Early B...2023-11-131h 39MMA HistoryArt Davie UFC 1 Deep DiveSend us a textArt Davie UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 192UFC founder Art Davie weighs in on UFC 1 October and the road to Nov 11 1993. Art Davie gives is a candid behind the scenes look at all of the moving parts of the first UFC. UFC October started with Ken Shamrock and is ending with Art Davie. 0:00 Lytes Out Intro 0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:15 interview start1:29 Art Davie’s book “Is this legal?”/ Sean Wheelock helping with the book5:34 Sean Wheelock work ethic/ involvement with combat sports ...2023-10-301h 27MMA History"G Man" Rich Goins UFC 1 Deep DiveSend us a text"G Man" Rich Goins UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 191UFC 1 ring announcer Rich Goins welcomed the a brand new sport into our homes that would change the direction of our lives. Our UFC 1 October would NOT be complete without the legendary voice of Rich Goins joining us. This interview was NOT an easy one to get and we hope that you appreciate it as much as we do.0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:47 interview start1:23 Rich Goins current life/ career 2...2023-10-261h 24MMA HistoryCharlie Anzalone UFC 1 Deep DiveSend us a textCharlie Anzalone UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 190Charlie Anzalone made his managerial debut at UFC 1 accompanying Kevin Rozier. Charlie Anzalone gives us a peak behind the scenes of UFC 1 and his memorable involvement in the Harold Howard vs Royce Gracie “fight” at UFC 3. This is a fun episode for everyone 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Joey Venti’s guest introduction0:51 interview start1:19 Finding UFC 13:40 Art Davie sign’s Kevin Rosier5:30 UFC 1 public workout 6:01 Big John McCarthy and Carlos Va...2023-10-231h 35MMA HistoryRIP Art Jimmerson UFC 1 Deep DiveSend us a textArt Jimmerson UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 189 ArtArt Jimmerson UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 189 Art Jimmerson joins us in our historic recap of UFC 1. This was Art Jimmerson’s last interview that he had ever given; we are honored to have had the opportunity to document his journey. Art Jimmerson brings us through the negotiating process all the way up to facing Royce Gracie in a match that earned him the nickname “One Glove”. Please join us in this captivating tail that has a top ten boxer in the world m...2023-10-191h 02MMA HistoryGerard Gordeau UFC 1 & JapanSend us a textGerard Gordeau UFC 1 & Japan Ep 188Gerard Gordeau has been on our wish list to interview since the very beginning of this podcast.Gerard Gordeau does NOT disappoint in this legendary sit down Gerard Gordeau discusses issues with the Japanese Yakuza, the Dutch Mafia and what it was like fighting in the UFC 1 finals.No subject is off of the table and the research for the interview was done years prior to this interview ever taking place; this was our most difficult interview to have ever tracked down... and it...2023-10-161h 28MMA HistoryZane Frazier Career Deep DiveSend us a textZane Frazier Career Deep Dive Ep 187Zane Frazier career as an early pioneer of the sport is one of the more fascinating stories that you will find within the NoHolds Barred era of the sport. Zane Frazier is incredibly animated and forth coming in this wild journey and behind the scenes look.0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Interview Start1:30 Australian UFC Event7:13 Promoter Randy Bable Experiences13:29 Experience Fighting in Absolute Fighting Championships19:37 Igor Ovechkin Tapping, But Fight Restarts24:44 Joe Charles Experiences30:55 Possible Mafia Interactions...2023-10-121h 41MMA HistoryZane Frazier Career Deep DiveZane Frazier Career Deep Dive Ep 187Zane Frazier career as an early pioneer of the sport is one of the more fascinating stories that you will find within the NoHolds Barred era of the sport. Zane Frazier is incredibly animated and forth coming in this wild journey and behind the scenes look.Zane Frazier Career Deep Dive Subscribe to the Lytes Out Podcast:https://www.youtube.com/@LytesOutClipsSocials: Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/lytesoutpodcast/ iTunes - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lytes-out-podcast/id156...2023-10-121h 33MMA HistoryZane Frazier UFC 1 Deep DiveSend us a textZane Frazier UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 186Zane Frazier is our second installment into UFC 1 - OctoberIn this episode Zane Frazier discusses his Martial Arts background, his UFC 1 experience and beating up the following people Frank Dux, Jean Claude Van Damme, body builder Rich Piana; Zane Frazier also reflects on trying to answer Steven Seagal open challenge and trying to beat him up as well,Zane Frazier enters our "Mount Punchmore" with this incredible interview0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Interview Intro1:24 Learning About and...2023-10-092h 16MMA HistoryKen Shamrock UFC 1 Deep DiveSend us a textKen Shamrock UFC 1 Deep Dive Ep 185Ken Shamrock made his UFC 1 appearance 4 days after fighting in Japans Pancrase organization. Ken Shamrock allows us insight into what took place UFC 1 as well as shortly thereafter.October is UFC 1 month on the Lytes Out Podcast, the interviews that we are dropping are true history pieces that will live on forever; please like share and subscribe0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Interview Start0:49 Business Plugs/Promotion4:29 Chris Lytle Joins the Show!5:36 Early NHB Hardships8:50 Rule Changes - Removing Ken's...2023-10-021h 15MMA HistorySean Salmon Career & ControversySend us a textSean Salmon Career & Controversy Ep 184Sean Salmon Career and Controversy Ep 184Sean Salmon wrestled at the University of Ohio and had a meteoric rise within the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Sean Salmon UFC career started as the Main Event and ended in a shroud of controversy. When Sean Salmon Agreed to do this interview, he explicitly told us that nothing was off the table in terms of questions. 0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Interview Start1:07 Introduction/Plugs1:48 Wrestling Career9...2023-09-281h 57MMA HistoryKurt Holobaugh TUF Deep DiveSend us a textKurt Holobaugh TUF Deep Dive Ep 183 Kurt Holobaugh’s career had many instances were a lesser fighter would have quit along the way. Kurt Holobaugh takes us through his up hill battle in order to call himself season 31 Ultimate Fighter. Kurt Holobaugh TUF Deep Dive Ep 1830:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Interview Start0:38 Business Plugs/Promotion1:05 Experiences with Media for Ultimate Fighter1:54 Getting on UFC's Radar/Staying Relavent6:40 Mindset When Coaches Pick Teams7:52 Mental Pressure During First...2023-09-252h 03MMA HistoryTim Credeur Before the UFCSend us a textTim Credeur Before the UFC Ep 172Tim Credeur has had a wild ride in his rise to prominance within the mixed martial arts world. Tim Credeur is from the Louisiana MMA circuit, but cut his teeth in the very rugged Southern California independant grind.Credeur does NOT dodge tough subjects of which a few are discussed in this Deep Dive.Tim Credeur and his path to the UFC is one of those interviews as to where the guest will absolutely come back and revisit his time in the UFC.2023-07-241h 45MMA HistoryMike Guymon Career Deep DiveSend us a textMike Guymon Career Deep Dive Ep168Mike Guymon has a career that is very unique as compared to others; Mike Guymon takes us on his journey of high's, low's and struggles when dealing with mental health.Mike Guymon is a product of the California scene and someone who's personality made him a fan favorite. Guymon access to some of the early elite MMA social circles gives us a very unique and sometimes shocking perspective as to what was really going on behind the scenes...Thank you to J...2023-06-262h 11MMA HistoryCharlie Valencia Before the UFCSend us a textCharlie Valencia Ep 167Charlie Valencia was known internationally as one of the best fighters in the world at the 145 pound weight class, the issue was that Charlie Valencia weighed less than 135 pounds at the time...Charlie Valencia story is about dealing with family, work and life pressures while competing against some of the worlds best athletes. Charlie Valencia does NOT shy away from hard subjects in this interview and we address some pretty heavy subject material.Special thank you to Joey Venti for continuing to push his f...2023-06-191h 46MMA HistoryJoey Knockdown Brown From the VaultSend us a textJoey Knockdown Brown From the VaultIn terms of Mixed Martial Arts utility men, Joey Brown is at the top of many old school promoters lists. This episode is dedicated to a locker room hero that rarely if ever said no to a fight.Joey Brown has also done time stamps for us on several different episodes and for that we at the LOP are very grateful.https://twitter.com/thesoapchampion?lang=enhttps://www.instagram.com/thesoapchampion/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA%3D%3DSubscribe to...2023-06-1550 minMMA HistorySavant Young Early Career Deep DiveSend us a textSAVANT YOUNG Early Career Deep Dive Ep 161Savant Young joins the podcast in order to talk about life growing up in South Central Los Angeles and competing against some of the worlds toughest fighters.Savant Young does NOT give interviews, the reason that we were able to land tis was due to Joey Venti and his connection to Savant Young and his gym. Savant gave us a peak into his life and career that very few have ever had the opportunity to hear.SAVANT YOUNG Early Career Deep Dive...2023-05-151h 59MMA HistoryJosh Burkman Before The UFC Deep DiveSend us a textJosh Burkman made a name for himself on Season 2 of the Ultimate Fighter. Josh Burkman helps us track his career including all of the highs and lows that have made him a household name. Time Stamps done by retired fighter Joey Knockdowm Brown https://twitter.com/thesoapchampion?lang=en0:00 Intro 1:41 Olympus Wrestling Club5:26 College Football & Baseball5:49 Street Fighting6:36 All American8:23 Ultimate Combat8:43 Tough Older Brother 11:48 Matt Hughes MMA Fights12:55 Hank Weiss Fight15:25 Family problems17:02 Hit an Armbar17:48 MMA changed my life2023-03-071h 45MMA HistoryMARVIN EASTMAN - The Beastman MMA Career DEEPDIVESend us a textMarvin Eastman - The Beastman MMA Career DEEPDIVE (ep. 147)The latest LytesOut DEEPDIVE features The Beastman, Marvin Eastman. From the start of his career, Eastman was in there with some of the yop MMA and NHB fighters of the era. Never one to back down from the truth, Eastman is very candid in this interview as he reveals some of the trials and tribulations he experienced in his 30+ fight MMA career.0:00 intro 0:41 Athletic Family 1:18 Brother Jeff Eastman 4:54 King of the Cage •Title Fight 6:08 Correction Officer in Los Vegas 6:23 Kic...2023-01-022h 26MMA HistoryCLAY GUIDA - Before The UFC DEEPDIVESend us a text#ClayGuida #UFC #MMACLAY GUIDA - Before The UFC DEEPDIVEClay Guida has been a fixture in the UFC for the last decade and a half and he is still going strong. But, did you know that this #FiftyFightClub member logged more than twenty five fights before getting to the big show? Clay joining the #LytesOut crew to tell THAT story... buckle up...Subscribe to the Lytes Out MMA History Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdcebSeWpoMqcotWR_1rHnQ CHAPTERS:0:00:01 Intro0:02:00 wrestling is life...2022-02-211h 43MMA HistoryPEDRO RIZZO - UFC Years DEEPDIVESend us a textPedro Rizzo UFC Career DEEPDIVE - Episode 63 / #ufc Pedro Rizzo tenure in the UFC was one that we consider legendary. Pedro Rizzo is the greatest fighter to never adorn a UFC title; in this episode we discuss Pedro Rizzo career and why we make the argument that he is the UFC uncrowned champion.Pedro Rizzo represented Ruas Vale Tudo back in the mid-1990's when he fought for the UFC frequently. Catching up with him twenty five years later, Pedro continues to proudly carry the flag of his master Marco Ru...2021-10-292h 23