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MMA History PodcastPaul Buntuello BEFORE the UFCSend a textPaul Buentello BEFORE the UFC 50 Fight Club Member Paul Buentello started his journey fighting for Steve Nelson in the very tough and rugged Amarillo Texas MMA scene. Buentello dives into what it was like fighting absolute legends in Evan Tanner, Gan McGee and Bobby Hoffman prior to getting his opportunity within the UFC. This is a feel good story featuring a guy that is hard not to like 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 0:52 interview start 1:00 reffing fights 4:38 training taekwondo...
2026-02-232h 27MMA History PodcastEliteXC Chaos & CBS - Jared ShawSend a textEp 316 EliteXC Internal Chaos & CBS - Jared Shaw Jared Shaw joins the MMA History Podcast, delivering the 3rd episode of our multi episode Elite XC series.Shaw breaks down the CBS primetime peak numbers (6.51 million viewers for Kimbo vs.James Thompson). The start of what is considered the “gold rush” of WMMA - Gina Carano's pivotal win over Caitlyn Young ;, Robbie Lawler vs. Scott Smith stealing the show, Nick Diaz's "Don't be scared, homie" moment, & the internal power struggles within the company. On the controversial side… Gary Shaw’s...
2026-02-161h 44MMA History PodcastTank Abbott Fighting in the 90’sSend a textEp 315 Tank Abbott Fighting in the 90’s The Original UFC bad boy, David "Tank" Abbott, joins us for an unfiltered deep dive into the wild early days of MMA.From his explosive knockouts at UFC 6, legendary clashes in the tournament, street-fighting roots, and raw takes on the politics, "works," and personalities that shaped the sport - Tank holds nothing back.Now retired in the desert, this powerhouse legend (natural 625-Ib bench, no-BS 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 0:51 interview start 6:58 packaged by Dave Thom...
2026-02-092h 44MMA History PodcastJames Hergott - MMA Film MakerSend a textEp 314 James Hergott - MMA Film Maker James Hergott is one of the OG’s when it comes to filming the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. While currently promoting his film Super Car Saints available on Amazon Prime; his past incudes Striking Truth with George’s St Pierre & Fighting for the Troops. This episode is special drop where we discuss MMA History current issues along with James past history It’s a fun listen Please follow our channels on Follow the MMA History Team...
2026-02-051h 14MMA History PodcastThe Fall of Extreme Fighting Battlecade - John PerrettiSend a textEp 313 The Fall of EF Battlecade - John Perretti John Perretti, Battlecade: Extreme Fighting creator/matchmaker & formerUFC matchmaker.Deep dive into the promotion's last event via Extreme Fighting 4 (Des Moines, March 28, 1997): It featured Olympic gold medalistsKenny Monday & Kevin Jackson on one card, along with epic clashes like Paul Jones vs.Eric Paulson and a mid-show power outage, we talk about Gracie hesitancy on certain matchups (including near-misses with big money offers), Bas Rutten bad blood, and John's take on grappler-to-striker limits.Raw, firsthand history from th...
2026-02-021h 34MMA History PodcastRon Jhun BEFORE the UFCSend a textEp 311 Ron Jhun BEFORE the UFC Ron Jhun is Hawaii’s only 50 fight club member and had over 40 bouts prior to competing in the UFC. Ron Jhun is an early pioneer and a legend among the Hawaiian MMA community; we share some funny insights and stories in this very hard to come by interview Ep 311 Ron Jhun BEFORE the UFC 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 0:53 interview start 1:24 growing up with a boxing pedigree 2:53 training prior to first fight 4:35 lear...
2026-01-191h 50MMA History PodcastEliteXC - The Run - Jared ShawSend a textEp 310 EliteXC The Run - Jared Shaw Following the huge buzz from Part 1(#308: "The Rise of EliteXC"), Jared returns for an unfiltered deep dive into the promotion's explosive two-year run that seriously challenged the UFC.Hear the insider stories: nearly signing Brock Lesnar post-K-1, flying Kimbo Slice to LA with a briefcase of cash to lock in MMA's first viral superstar (his43-second KO of Tank Abbott drew massive Showtime ratings), Gina Carano's breakthrough win over Tonya Evinger at Uprising in Hawaii (despite her tough weight cut), and the b...
2026-01-121h 37MMA History PodcastEd Herman BEFORE the UFCSend a textEp 309 Ed Herman BEFORE the UFCDive deep into the raw origins of UFC veteran Ed "Short Fuse" Herman - The Ultimate Fighter Season 3 runner-up, a middleweight powerhouse with 26 official UFC bouts (plus his TUF Octagon appearances), 13 wins inside the promotion, and an impressive eight post-fight bonuses, including Knockout of the Night, Submission of the Night, Fight of the Night, and Performance of the Night honors. As the UFC's longest consecutively tenured athlete, his journey is legendary.From his gritty Pacific Northwest roots, wrestling under the influence of Dan Gable's legacy...
2026-01-051h 23MMA History Podcast2025 Year in ReviewSend a textIn 2025 we experienced a lot of growth and recorded some incredible history pieces Joining is for a recap of the years events is Julio Macedo (RagdollMMA), Referee Kevin MacDonald, Brian McLaughlin & James Hergott This year we had 55 total drops 51 Deep Dives & 2 round tablesSpecial Thank You to the following Phil Barker, Hong Kong Phooey 613Json and Thomas Mural for watching on his wife’s account Thank You for all of the support and growth thar we experienced this year and we promise to deliver...
2025-12-241h 52MMA History PodcastThe Rise of EliteXC - Jared ShawSend a textEp 308 The Rise of EliteXC - Jared Shaw EliteXC made an incredible run to become an industry power in 2007. Joining us to talk about the historic rise is former Vice President of operations is Jared Shaw of the famous Shaw Boxing family. Details EliteXC's explosive growth: landing the Showtime deal, debuting in one month with Renzo Gracie vs. Frank Shamrock, pioneering women's MMA on TV with Gina Carano vs. Julie Kedzie (peaking ratings), co-promotions with K-1 and Strikeforce, building Kimbo Slice, and turning profitable in 14 months amid chaos are...
2025-12-221h 53MMA History PodcastJesse Taylor BEFORE the UFCSend a textEp 307 Jesse Taylor BEFORE the UFC Jesse Taylor dominated The Ultimate Fighter house, crushed everyone in sight, and was one win away from a UFC contract...Then one wild night changed everything.In this raw two-part episode, Jesse "JT Money" Taylor pulls no punches: early Team Quest chaos, underground San Diego stories, TUF glory andheartbreak, worldwide redemption wars, and some insane behind-the-scenes bombs you've never heard.Pure MMA history gold from a true 50-fight veteran. 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 0...
2025-12-151h 28MMA History PodcastAndy Main TUF to the King PancraseSend a textEp 306 Andy Main TUF to the King of PancraseAndy Main is currently a stand out coach at Pure Martial Arts in Rockaway NJ. Andy rose through ranks of the regional MMA scene at an incredibly early age… we go in depth with our analyzation of his career. From competing on the Ultimate Fighter tv series to winning the King of Pancrase belt, this is a great listen Special Thank You to our friend Brian McLaughlin for helping with the research and landing Andy Main for us.
2025-12-082h 16MMA History PodcastJim Miller BEFORE the UFC w/Brian McLaughlinSend a textEp 304 Jim Miller BEFORE the UFC w/ Brian McLaughlin Jim Miller is on the precipice of becoming the first ever member of the 50 Fights in the UFC. Jim Milers journey to the UFC is largely undocumented and with the help of his long time friend and trainer Brian McLaughlin we explore his path within the independent grind. Special Thank You to friend of the show Brian McLaughlin for helping out this together. Ep 304 Jim Miller BEFORE the UFC 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 0:32 Joey Venti’s...
2025-11-242h 04MMA History PodcastRafiel Torre RND Table - MediaSend a textEp 303 Rafiel Torre RND Table 2 Legendary Reporter Jeff Sherwood, Documentary film maker Ed Doty and Referee Larry Landless weigh in on Rafiel Torre. The panel was out together to get a look at Rafiel Torre and his appearance from the side of the media. Rafiel Torre the person, the competitor and the reporter is an onion with many many layers….We hope to do RoundTable discussions once a month for an additional drop, please let up know who you would like to hear from Ep 303...
2025-11-181h 47MMA History PodcastRon Waterman Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 302 Ron Waterman Career Deep Dive Ron Waterman stepped out of the classroom as a teacher and made his way into the cage to fight some of the world’s toughest men. Ron takes us through his journey that includes legendary manager Phyllis Lee, dealings with Math maker John Perretti and wrestling in the WWEPlease follow our channels on Follow the MMA History Team on Instagram: MMA Detective Mike Davis @mikedavis632 Co Host Joey Venti @aj_ventitreRecords Keeper- Andrew Mendoza @ambidexstressSoci...
2025-11-171h 46MMA History PodcastRafiel Torre RND Table - FightersSend a textEp 301 Rafiel Torre RoundTable Gerald Strebendt, Chris Brennan & Eddy Millis joined us to discuss their fallen friend Rafiel Torre Stebendt, Brennan & Millis recall their time with Rafiel Torre along with their current day feelings for him. The episode is filled with explosive truths, damning lies and fun stories involving Rafiel Torre. The RoundTable format is going to reoccur once a month, please tellUs who you would like to see on it #rafieltorre #joerogan #eddiebravo Please follow our channels on Fol...
2025-11-101h 48MMA History PodcastRafiel Torre Corcoran PrisonSend a textEp 300 Rafiel Torre Corcoran PrisonRafiel Torre is a notorious figure from the “Dark Ages” of the sport; a revered journalist, an alleged Black Belt and a powerfully connected insider to some of the sports biggest names. Rafiel Torre was arrested in 2003 and sentenced to life in prison in 2005 He has been taken to task publicly by Joe Rogan, Eddie Bravo and Eddy Millis At his trial Gerald Strebendt, Chris Brennan and Joe Rogan testified against him This is the 1st time that Torre has ever...
2025-11-032h 12MMA History PodcastJorge Rivera Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 299 Jorge Rivera Career Deep Dive Jorge Rivera is a legend of the Atlantic Northeast MMA scene His career started with the legendary Jason Delucia and continues through one of the sports most respected trainers Keith Rockel. Throughout his career Jorge Rivera has faced some of the world’s toughest fighters; Tim Sylvia, Rich Franklin and Anderson Silva are just a few of the names. Rivera bout with Lee Murray and the reputation that Murray carried are talked about extensively in this episode Ep 299 Jorge R...
2025-10-272h 07MMA History PodcastBrad Imes Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 298 Brad Imes Career Deep Dive Brad Imes has a story that very few can even imagine. Within 15 months of stepping into his first MMA gym, Imes found himself in the finals of The Ultimate Fighter reality show. Brad Imes recalls his time sparring with Tim Sylvia and Ben Rothwell at the Miletich Fighting Systems. Brad Imes the man tied with the most Gogoplata finishes in MMA gave us an incredible interview. Ep 298 Brad Imes Career Deep Dive0:00 MMA history podcast intro 0:32 Joey Venti’s guest i...
2025-10-201h 44MMA History PodcastBrian McLaughlin Deep DiveSend a textEp 297 Brian McLaughlin Deep Dive Brian McLaughlin is one of the sports unsung heroes; most widely known as Jim Miller’s BJJ coach, Brian takes us through some incredible highs when competing against names such as Wilson Reis and Ryan Hall. We also hit a few controversial topics like Gene Simco, Dillon Danis and the often times “hard attitudes” of the Atlantic Northeast. It’s a great listen with a legend of the sport 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 2:49 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 3:13 interview start 5:14...
2025-10-132h 24MMA History PodcastJeremy Horn Fighting in the early 2000’sSend a textEp 296 Jeremy Horn Early 2000’s Jeremy Horn joins us again to discuss a part of his career that saw him do battle with a who’s who of the worlds best fighters. Imagine a 24 month period of fighting Antonio Nogueira, Yoshihisa Yamamoto, Kiyosho Tamura, Ricardo Arona 2x, Eugene Jackson, Randy Couture & Akira Shoji… that is what we discuss in this episode. Jeremy Horn also gives his opinion on some of the lasting conflicts within the Miletich Fighting SystemsEp 296 Jeremy Horn Fighting in the early 2000’s 0:00 MMA history...
2025-10-061h 17MMA History PodcastJosh Neer BEFORE the UFCSend a textEp 295 Josh Neer BEFORE the UFC Josh Neer burst onto the professional scene boasting a record that had just under 100 amateur fights. Neer’s MMA journey had him training in Canada with Joe Doerkson as well as many years at the Miletich Fighting Systems Chris Lytle joins us on this fantastic listen documenting the Indy grind of the Midwest Ep 295 Josh Neer BEFORE the UFC 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:36 interview start 3:06 amateur career 7:10 exper...
2025-09-291h 30MMA History PodcastBrock Larson BEFORE the UFCSend a textEp 294 Brock Larson BEFORE the UFC 50 Fight Club member Brock Larson is a stand out fighter from the tough Midwest grind. Larson started his career as a training partner to Sean Sherk and advanced himself to being a top 5 ranked fighter. Dave Menne, Brock Lesnar & Brad Kohler are all talked about with some killer stories. Ep 294 Brock Larson BEFORE the UFC 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:36 interview start 1:39 starting wrestling at an early age 3:36 plugs/ promotions
2025-09-221h 54MMA History PodcastAnt Evans 2008 UFC Media RelationsSend a textEp 293 Ant Evans 2008 UFC Media Relations The year 2008 was a wild year for the UFC; it featured 3 of the largest grossing PPV’s in company history and some incredible main events. Ant Evans returns to the show to discuss what took place in 2008 and share never heard from before stories from an incredible era. Ep 293 Ant Evans 2008 UFC Media Relations0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:34 interview start 8:22 Roger Huerta training issues 13:44 Roger Huerta burying the UFC15:5...
2025-09-151h 57MMA History PodcastShark Tank w/ Eddy Millis & Jay MartinezSend a textEp 292 Shark Tank with Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez Shark Tank owner Eddy Millis and Jay Martinez are two influential members of the early NHB movement in California Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez share their stories from an era that is referred to as the golden era of Mixed Martial Arts Ep 292 Shark Tank w/ Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:41 interview start 2:02 beginnings in jiu jitsu 5:30 early NHB fights 7:39 having bare knuckle fights in th...
2025-09-031h 58MMA History PodcastMac Danzig The UFC YearsSend a textEp 291 Mac Danzig UFC Years 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:32 interview start 3:44 plugs/ promotions 6:27 jiu jitsu for the current generation 8:54 backroom bonus from the UFC 12:02 Mac Danzig vs Josh Neer 15:16 suffering 3 straight losses in the UFC18:26 opportunities from Joe Silva 21:12 firing Monte Cox as a manager 23:17 moving to Los Angeles 26:31 Hoelzer Reich clothing controversy 37:28 coached by Gil Martinez and Gray Maynard40:46 Jay Hieron and Myke Pile 45:32 Mac Danzig vs Matt Wiman53:36 Mac Da...
2025-09-011h 57MMA History PodcastKazja Kaged Kombat & ConspiracySend a textEp 290 Kazja Kage Kombat & Conspiracy When it comes to pioneers of the early No Holds Barred days, the name Kazja is associated with both progress and controversy. Kazja gave us a look at what it was like to be on the front lines fighting the athletic commissions tooth and nail on every decision and how he was able to subvert their system. Some of the sports biggest names attended and participated in his events and in this interview we remember what is considered the sports “Golden Era” Ep 2...
2025-08-252h 02MMA History PodcastCecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 289 Cecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Deep DiveCecil Peoples joins us to discuss the developmental days of mixed martial arts and its transition into modern day fighting. We delve into stories about Frank Dux, Zane Frazier and the reputation of Gene LeBellHerb Dean sat in on this special episode with a true pioneer of the sport Cecil Peoples Ep 289 Cecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Career Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:41 interview start
2025-08-181h 48MMA History PodcastHomer Moore Career & ControversySend a textEp 288 Homer Moore Career & Controversy Homer Moore started him MMA journey with a Richard Hamilton who was a criminal coach enrolled in the witness protection programHe later connected with Sammy the Bull Gravano where he was arrested for an over a decade old m*rderHomer Moore takes us through these troubling times while also addressing why he tried to street fight Rick Roufus, getting targeted at the Lions Den and the truth about the notorious rigged fight involving Chael Sonnen. This interview is insane…....
2025-08-112h 21MMA History PodcastGan Mcgee Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 286 Gan McGee Career Deep Dive Gan McGee takes us through his career that had him in a world title fight while also watching his Teamate Chuck Lidell become the sports first global superstar. Once again legendary coach John Hackleman sits in on another interview featuring one of his prized athletes. Ep 286 Gan McGee Career Deep Dive0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:37 interview start 1:57 wrestling champ in college 7:03 California having good fighters?????7:29 connecting with John Hackl...
2025-07-281h 45MMA History PodcastAnt Evans 2007 UFC Deep DiveSend a textEp 285 Ant Evans 2007 UFC Deep DiveAnt Evans spent 13 years working administratively for the UFC under the capacity of media manager and Fight Pass president. In his first ever interview; Ant gives us an incredible look into what was being said behind the scenes when the UFC became the global leader of mixed martial arts. This is an interview of the year candidate and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we did. Ep 285 Ant Evans UFC 2007 Deep Dive. 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA hi...
2025-07-212h 16MMA History PodcastJason Von Flue Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 283 Jason Von Flue Career Deep Dive Jason Von Flue made a name for himself on the Ultimate Fighter Season 2; his appearance thar was somewhat controversial due to how he was treated on the show. An original member of The Pit fight team Jason recalls his time watching Chuck Lidell become the sports biggest superstar This is Jason Von Flue’s first ever podcast and to say that this was a difficult get… would be an understatement; we hope that you enjoyed this as much as we did.
2025-07-072h 31MMA History PodcastAntonio Banuelos Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 282 Antonio Banuelos Career Deep Dive Antonio Banuelos is a pioneer of the 135# weight class; he was the WEC champion prior to the weight class existing in the UFC Banuelos takes us through his career as well as what it was like to live with Chuck Lidell at the height of his fighting career. Special Thank You to John Hackleman for once again joining us on this very special episode. Ep 282 Antonio Banuelos Career Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 guest introdu...
2025-06-301h 54MMA History PodcastBas Boon MMA & Dutch MafiaSend a textEp 281 Bas Boon Dutch Mafia & MMA Bas Boon is one of MMA’s most prolific managers, his involvement in K1 & Pride FC is largely undocumented This interview took almost 3 years to finally track down and it guarantee’s a multi part series with a man that has made deals with mafia organizations over 3 different continents Ep 281 Bas Boon Dutch Mafia & MMA 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 MMA history podcast intro 1:14 guest introduction1:54 interview start 2:55 issues publishing book10:47 Semmy Schilt pushback in K115:15 Bob Sapp easy to...
2025-06-231h 55MMA History PodcastHermes Franca Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 279 Hermes Franca Career & Controversy Hermes Franca fought some of the toughest guys in the world during his time at the UFC; inside the cage he seemed to be in complete control…. Outside of the cage was a different story. In his first interview in over a decade, Her ws joins us to talk about his career and path to a world title fight #americantopteam Ep 279 Hermes Franca Career & Controversy 0:00 Disclaimer 0:56 plugs/ promotions 1:36 Lytes out intro 2:09 Joey Venti’s guest introduction2:33 interview start 3...
2025-06-091h 43MMA History PodcastRoberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep DiveSend a textEp 278 Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive Roberto Traven beginnings in the sport takes us back to the war between Lita Livre & Gracie Jiu Jitsu Very rarely do we ever get such an early look into a time in the sport when there was such chaos. Phenomenal listen Ep 278 Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 guest introduction1:44 interview start 1:47 plugs/ promotions 2:48 learning Jiu jitsu at 16 4:18 Luta Livre vs Jiu Jitsu 4:48 Rickson Gracie vs Hugo Dua...
2025-06-021h 13MMA History PodcastSeth Petruzelli Career Deep DiveSend a textEp 276 Seth Petruzelli Deep Dive Seth Petruzelli career is filled with incredible moments; from fighting Bob Sapp in Japan to crashing the EliteXC organization after knocking out Kimbo Slice. Seth Petruzelli completely peels back the curtain when discussing his experiences in this incredible interview. Seth Petruzelli Deep Dive Ep 2760:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:36 interview start 1:38 current life 2:30 teaching Japanese Karate 4:57 wrestling in high school 6:46 connecting with Tim Catalfo 10:29 fighting Kevin Randleman on Rooftop 15:07 Ham...
2025-05-191h 53MMA History PodcastWilson Reis BEFORE the UFCSend a textEp 275 Wilson Reis BEFORE the UFC Wilson Reis came to us through a legendary team consisting of Macaco & Godoi; Reis witnessed the split between the two master coaches. We talk about the highs, the lows and the controversy between Godoi and MacacoSpecial Thank You to Matt Giancarlo for sitting in and lining this up Ep 275 Wilson Reis BEFORE the UFC 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 guest introduction1:42 interview start 2:13 American jiu jitsu vs Brazilian Jiu Jitsu 2:59 making adjustments training in the U...
2025-05-121h 26MMA History PodcastBart Vale Career Deep DiveSend 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 introduc...
2025-04-281h 37MMA History PodcastChristine Ferea BKFC Deep DiveSend 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 with...
2025-04-1759 minMMA History PodcastSean Sherk Early YearsSend 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 Brad Koh...
2025-04-141h 58MMA History PodcastNate Quarry The Ultimate Fighter 1Send 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 Witness
2025-03-312h 06MMA History PodcastEddie Gordon Road to the Ultimate FighterSend 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 interview start
2025-03-271h 38MMA History PodcastRobert Drysdale MMA & ADCCSend 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 1:42...
2025-03-031h 44MMA History PodcastJay Ellis Life of a JourneymanSend 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 Jay Ellis...
2024-12-3057 minMMA History PodcastSpencer Fisher Update w/ Peter FreerSend 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 feel...
2024-12-161h 27MMA History PodcastMiletich Fighting Systems Championship Years - Jeremy HornSend 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 - Jeremy...
2024-10-281h 39MMA History PodcastGary Marino MMA PioneerSend 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 UFC ...
2024-10-141h 59MMA History PodcastExtreme Fighting Battlecade 2 Donald ZuckermanSend 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 int...
2024-09-231h 28MMA History PodcastValentijn Overeem Early Career Deep DiveSend 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 career i...
2024-09-091h 43MMA History PodcastJohnathon Ivey Life of a JourneymanSend 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 Jour...
2024-07-221h 34MMA History PodcastMario Sperry ADCC & MMA Deep DiveSend 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 introduction0:50 i...
2024-05-061h 34MMA History PodcastLandon Showalter Career Deep DiveSend 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 guest...
2024-04-151h 48MMA History PodcastMark Robinson Sumo & ADCC DeepDiveSend 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.0:00 L...
2024-04-081h 09MMA History PodcastJorge Santiago Career & the BlackzilliansSend 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 even...
2024-03-041h 36MMA History PodcastWander Braga Career Deep DiveSend 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 Beginnings i...
2023-11-131h 39MMA History PodcastZane 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 History PodcastMike Guymon Career Deep DiveSend 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 Joey V...
2023-06-262h 11MMA History PodcastMike Rogers Career Deep DiveSend a textMike Rogers Deep Dive Ep 163Mike Rogers is one of the founding fathers of the Midwest Mixed Martial Arts scene; a black belt under Rodrigo Vaghi and the owner of St Charles MMA gym.Mike Rogers takes us through his dealings within the early Mixed Martial Arts scene that includes incredible stories about promoters that are no longer with us.This is a really fun listen for those curious about the legendary No Holds Barred era of fighting.Timestamps (Completed by Andrew Mendoza)0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19...
2023-05-251h 46MMA History PodcastDraculino Magalhaes - Gracie Barra Deep DiveSend a textDraculino Vinicius Magalhaes Deep Dive Ep159Draculino history within the sport of Jiu Jitsu and MMA is something that will blow the minds of most experts within the industry. Draculino spent 2 hours with us reminicing what it was like growing us next to the Gracie family and his involvement within the developmental years of Jiu Jitsu. Draculino is synonymous with the Gracie Barra Jiu Jitsu dynasty; in this episode we examine exactly how he came into a position where he was able to touch so many. A BIG Thank you t...
2023-05-012h 14MMA History PodcastKendall Grove Before the UFC Deep DiveSend a textKendall Grove Before the UFCKendall Grove made a name in the UFC after winning The Ultimate Fighter; In this episode Kendall Grove takes us through his journey that got him on the Ultimate Fighter.Kendall Grove is the first Hawaiian to come onto the LOP, special thanks to Fred Hammer for connecting us to Kendall Grove. #kendallgrove #hawaiimma #ufc Kendall Grove Sponsor Links Rvca https://www.rvca.comPunishment https://punishment.comWar tape https://wartape.comHalfface blades
2023-04-031h 23MMA History PodcastALEX WHITE MMA Career DEEPDIVESend a textAlex White MMA Career DEEPDIVE - Epiode 149 / #ufc Alex White comes to us with long time coach and trainin partner Kelly Burch. Alex White came from a really small city in Missouri and made a big name for himself. Alex White details his journey with us and his rise to being a UFC contender.Alex White is a fighter who put in 10 fights with the UFC. Coming out of Missouri, White found MMA late in life but proved to be a natural. 0:00 Intro1:08 Alex White and Kelly Bur...
2023-01-231h 49MMA History PodcastTJ GRANT - UFC Career DEEPDIVESend a textTJ GRANT - UFC Career DEEPDIVE (ep. 146)Canada's TJ Grant rose quickly in his MMA career. TJ Grant had a five fight winning streak in the UFC and was on the cusp of a title shot when he called it quits. Done with the sport of MMA competitively by the time he was 30, the #LytesOut crew talk to one of the men who put Canada on the MMA map.Also, don't forget to join our clips channel for more short-form content - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdcebSeWpoMqcotWR_1rHnQ
2022-12-261h 47MMA History PodcastMONTE COX Reunion Show - From The VaultSend a textFor this very special holiday "reunion" show, manager Monte Cox hosts a get together with some of his former charges. The guest list for this one:UFC Heavyweight champion Tim SylviaRich Clementi Jeff Curran Women's MMA Pioneer Jennifer HoweThe LOP goes LIVE with guest Monte Cox, the sport of MMA''s most prolific manager/promoter dating back to the 1990's. Monte has literally managed hundreds of fighters over the years, including managing five UFC champions at the same time.0:00 Interview start1:12 What t...
2022-12-222h 37MMA History PodcastJASON KNIGHT - BKFC and MMA Career DEEPDIVESend a textJason Knight MMA & Bare Knuckle DEEPDIVE - Episode 142 / #ufc Mississippi's Jason Knight is a BKFC and MMA unsung hero for sure. Jason Knight started his fighting career at just 14 yars old. After a stint in the UFC, Jason Knight turned to bare knuckle boxing, where he fought Artem Lobov in one of the most memorable marches of the modern era. And at 30 years olld, this man still has a lot to give the fighting sport.0:00 Intro 0:58 BKFC 5 Artem Lobov vs Jason Knight 10:04 Special Fan 10:58 BKFC Crowd Fight 1...
2022-11-282h 31MMA History PodcastJAMIE VARNER - MMA Career DEEPDIVESend a text#JamieVarnerMMA #JamieVarner #MMAHistoryPodcastJAMIE VARNER - MMA Career DEEPDIVEMMA veteran Jamie Varner joins the LytesOut Podcast to talk about his MMA career. Varner held a world title with the WEC during that organization's heyday but he always seemed to be the "B" sode during his time with the big shows. Varner was very open and honest in this interview, thank you for taking us through the full gamut of stories., you are an unsung hero.Recorded mid-November of 2022Also, don't forget to join the Ly...
2022-11-212h 12MMA History PodcastALEX STIEBLING MMA Career DEEPDIVESend a text#AlexStiebling #MMAHistory #lytesoutpodcast Alex Stiebling Career DEEPDIVE (ep 138)0:00 Intro 3:58 Developing Fighting Style7:35 Furman Long vs Alex Stiebling9:50 Committing to Fighting 13:35 Forgotten Fights 15:20 Alex Stiebling vs Jeremy Morrison 18:22 Roberto Ramirez Vs Alex Stiebling22:00 Integrated Fighting 28:00 Training with Matt Hume 31:00 Practice Monsters 32:05 Hook n Shoot Fights 34:47 Training with Yuki Kondo36:13 Getting the UFC Call 37:00 UFC Mark Hughes Vs Alex Stiebling41:15 Sanae Kikuta vs Alex Stiebling46:05 IVC in Venezuela 51:07 Luiz Claudio das Dores Vs Alex Stiebling56:55 Leandro Li...
2022-11-072h 11MMA History PodcastMOTI HORENSTEIN - From The VaultSend a text#MotiHorenstein #UFC #UFCHistoryMoti Horenstein Career DEEPDIVE / Chris Lytle VaultIsraeli MMA pioneer Moti Horenstein takes the DEEPDIVE, as MMA Detective Mike Davis and Miguel Iturrate discuss his UFC and NHB career. Turns out, Horenstein only fought hall of famers on the world scene! We caught up with Horenstein at his Florida academy, where he still teaches Krav Maga to this day. Catching up with Moti Horenstein.0:00 Podcast intro0:19 Interview start 1:03 The Shidokan tournament6:37 Reputation beforeShidokan8:34 UFC invite
2022-09-2251 minMMA History PodcastMARK COLEMAN - Before The UFC DEEPDIVESend a text#MarkColeman #UFC #WrestlingMark Coleman - Before The UFC DEEPDIVE (ep. 115)In this DEEPDIVE the MMA Detective Mike Davis sits down with UFC legend Mark Coleman to talk about his fighting career before the UFC. Coleman is still passionate about his encounters with Mike Overmyer, the town tough guy. Unedited interview, Mark Coleman in the raw.All respect to Mike Overmyer who has passed away.Coleman loves the podcast but it is not easy to get him pinned down. He actually explains why he is so hard...
2022-06-011h 34MMA History PodcastGARY GOODRIDGE Career DEEPDIVESend a text#GaryGoodridge #TomErikson #UFCGary Goodridge Career DEEPDIVE w/Tom Erikson (ep. 114)Gary Goodridge is a Canadian MMA pioneer who was diagnosed with CTE back in 2012. We didn´t know what to expect in this one but Gary took to the LytesOut format right away. Gary acknowledges his CTE but he is not letting it get him down and he comes across very upbeat and not bitter at all.Gary also reveals he is looking to bring MMA to Kenya and has a date of December 10th in the works f...
2022-05-242h 02MMA History PodcastDAVE SCHULTZ Wrestling Career DEEPDIVE w/MARK SCHULTZSend a text#MarkSchultz #DaveSchultz #wrestlingMMA Detective Mike Davis and Miguel Iturrate talk legendary wrestler Dave Schultz with his brother and fellow Olympic gold medalist Mark Schultz. Our first DEEP DIVE with Mark went so well we had to have him back on. As always. Mark reveals several inspiring stories about his and his brother's career. For the hardcore's. Only in the LytesOut Podcast.CHAPTERS:0:00 Start1:48 Dave Schultz High School4:20 Dave Schultz Leveling Up6:20 Mark Schultz adjusting to Dave Schultz7:04 Dave Schultz Senior Year9:20 Dave Schultz...
2022-05-102h 07MMA History PodcastSTEVE NELSON - MMA Pioneer Career DEEPDIVESend a text#SteveNelson #MMAPioneer #TexasShootfightingSteve Nelson - MMA Pioneer Career DEEPDIVEBack in the late 1990's Texas was a hotbed for "Shootfighting" and that was because of one man - MMA Pioneer Steve Nelson. An Oklahoma State wrestler, Nelson comes from a family of professional wrestlers and his USWF promotion operating out of Amrillo ws at one point a bigger attraction than the UFC. Though he went 0-2 against the legendary Ralph Gracie, Nelson was at the forefront of the Wrestling vs BJJ rivalry and he was a pioneer of the lower we...
2022-04-271h 49MMA History PodcastLUIS PALOMINO - BKFC and Early MMA Career DEEPDIVESend a text#LuisPalomino #BKFC #MMALuis Palomino BKFC and Early MMA Career DEEPDIVEBare Knuckle boxing world champion Luis Palomino joins the LytesOut Podcast to talk about his amazing BKFC title reign. But those who know Palomino understand that the man paid his due for years in the world of Mixed Martial Arts. Palomino takes us for a walk down memory lane as we talk to a modern day two sport star about his early career.CHAPTERS:1:00:35 Peru MMA scene1:04:00 Andrew Carron Fight1:06:58 Erik Reynolds Fight1:08:07 training w...
2022-03-101h 48MMA History PodcastBAS RUTTEN - The Pancrase Years DEEPDIVESend a textBas Rutten Pancrase Years DEEPDIVE - Episode 100 / #ufc Bas Rutten grew up in the Netherlands but became a household name in the UFA. Bas Rutten joins us to talk about his beginnings in the Pancrase organization.Bas Rutten had an incredible fight career prior to beating Kevin Randleman for the UFC title. In this episode we go deep to Japan and even touch on the Dutch mafia's control in the late 1990's.This is episode 100 and that is cause to celebrate - and what better way to party than inviting the g...
2022-03-071h 57MMA History PodcastERIK PAULSON- MMA Pioneer Career DEEPDIVESend a text#ErikPaulson #MMA #CatchWrestlingErik Paulson - MMA Pioneer Career DEEPDIVE (ep. 99)In this latest DEEPDIVE, the LytesOut Podcast sits down with Erik Paulson, one of the founding fathers of modern MMA. Paulson talks about training with Royce and Rickson Gracie in the garage back in the late 1980's and he fought his first sanctioned MMA fight in Japan months before the first UFC. A pioneer in every sense of the word, Paulson continues to learn and teach Catch Wrestling, Jiu Jitsu and submission fighting. Paulson's podcast and Youtube channel c...
2022-03-032h 25MMA History PodcastERIK APPLE - MMA Career DEEPDIVESend a text#ErikApple #MMA #MMAHistoryErik Apple - MMA Career DEEPDIVE (ep. 95)Erik Apple has been a fixture of the California MMA scene for the last two decades. In this latest #LytesOut DEEPDIVE, Apple drops by to talk about his fight career as well as his overall involvement on the MMA scene.CHAPTERS0:00:00 Intro0:02:10 Erik Apple Start0:03:01 Sports Beginnings0:05:25 Marco Ruas opening a gym0:07:45 Marco Ruas Training0:10:50 Gym Relationship0:12:04 Pedro Rizzo & Marco Ruas0:14:30 Training with Fujita0:15:30 Training with Japanese Fighters0:17:31 Debbie P...
2022-02-172h 10MMA History PodcastLEIGH REMEDIOS - Career DEEPDIVE / #LytesOutPodcastSend a text#BriishMMA #Leigh Remedios #MMABritish MMA Leigh Remedios - Career DEEPDIVE / #LytesOutPodcast (ep. 93)Brit Leigh Remedios joins the LytesOut Podcast to talk about his long career in MMA. Remedios has been all over the fight world, with his story starting in Vancouver, Canada and ending as one of the most decorated ritish fighters from the early periodd of the sport.0:00- Intro 2:43- Troublemaker as a kid3:43- Training with Jason Fairn5:06- Living and fighting in Canada for two years ...
2022-02-102h 24MMA History PodcastDAVID BIELKHEDEN - Swedish MMA Pioneer DEEPDIVESend a text#DavidBielkheden #SwedishMMA #MMADAVID BIELKHEDEN - Swedish MMA Pioneer DEEPDIVEDavid Bielkheden was the first Swedish fighter in the UFC and in Pride and he is close to a #FiftyFightClub veteran. Bielkheden was one of the first Europeans accepted as a member of Brazilian Top team and he counts Murilo Bustamante as his friend and master.All the way from Sweden, Bielkheden joins the #LyteSOut team to talk about his ground breaking career.CHAPTERS:0:00 start1:30 Fighting Beginnings6:15 Sweden Government Combat Sports8:26 Arben Latfi F...
2022-02-031h 39MMA History PodcastCHRIS LYTLE Early UFC Career w/Jeremy Horn DEEPDIVESend a text#ChrisLytle #JeremyHorn #UFCCHRIS LYTLE Early UFC Career w/Jeremy Horn DEEPDIVESpecial guest and #FiftyFightClub member Jeremy Horn sits in with the LytesOut team to look at host Chris Lytle's start with the UFC. We start with Chris' UFC 45 fight with Robbie Lawler in November of 2003 and go for a couple of hours.Horn, a fixture of the Midwest scene, was also present in the training camp and corner of several of Lytle's opponents.0:00 Intro2:08 UFC 45 Robbie Lawler9:55 Dropped by Robbie Lawler13:13 Jeremy H...
2022-01-071h 57MMA History PodcastGILBERT YVEL - Early Career and PRIDE FC YearsSend a text#GilbertYvel #PrideFC #MMA Gilbert Yvel Pride FCGilbert Yvel Early Career & Pride FC Years (ep. 82)0:00Intro 0:17 Start in MMA 3:10 Early Holland Fight Scene 4:30 Meeting Peter Aerts5:39 Fighting Rob Van Leeuwen 9:55 Fighting Leon Van Dijk11:45 Rings Rule Set 14:37 Fighting Referee Vyacheslav Kiselev17:44 M1 Tournament Sergei Tunic18:44 Fighting Oleg Tsygolnic21:33 Fighting Dirty Bob Schrijber26:52 Reconnecting With Mother 32:40 Dealing with First MMA Loss 35:30 Dirty Bob Schrijber WAR41:10 Apy Echteld as a Manager 43:00 Fighting Kareem Barkalaev44:45 Biting Kareem Barkalaev49:40 Fightin...
2022-01-032h 04MMA History PodcastMARCUS DAVIS - Before the UFC - DEEPDIVESend a text#MarcusDavis #LytesOut #UFCMarcus Davis, known as "The Irish Hand Grenade" is a former pro boxer turned MMA fighter who fought on The Ultimate Fighter TV show and in the UFC's welterweight division in his heyday. Owner of an 8-1 record at the start of his UFC career, Davis takes us through his path getting there. We will tell you this much, it wasn't easy... Get to know "The Irish Hand Grenade."0:00- Intro 1:19- Rough upbringing growing up in Maine5:30- "Irish" Micky Ward ...
2021-12-102h 07MMA History PodcastMARLOES COENEN Women's MMA Legend Early CareerSend a textMarloes Coenen Women's MMA Legend Early Career DEEPDIVEHolland's Marloes Coenen becomes the second woman to join us or a #DEEPDIVE on the LytesOut Podcast. Coenen made a name for herself fighting in Japan, where she won the 8 woman Remix World Cup 2000 and a considerable prize for the day...More than a decade later, Coenen reinvented herself from a fighter of the old school to starring in Strikeforce on the world's biggest stage. Joining us from Amsterdam is "Rumina" herself to tell us how it all happened.0:00 Mike...
2021-11-291h 58MMA History PodcastLEONARD GARCIA - Before UFC DEEPDIVESend a text#LeonardGarcia #UFC #MMAHistoryTexan Leonard Garcia is remembered as one of the WEC and UFC's premiere featherweights, he was a crowd pleaser every time he competed. Garcia went out on a high note in 2021, retiring after a win in the BKFC (Bare Knuckle). Now he joins Chris Lytle and the LytesOut crew for a look back at his early MMA career, dating back to the 1990's.0:00 Start 2:58 Leonard García Joins Show 3:28 Leonard García Living Life 5:24 Clay Pittman BJJ 6:04 Unified Shoot Wrestl...
2021-11-082h 27MMA History PodcastJON JONES Self-Destruction TimelineSend a text#JonJones #UFC #UFCHistoryUFC star Jon Jones has made the news again and for all the wrong reasons. In this clip, MMA Detective Mike Davis takes the LytesOut crew and our listeners through some of the major Jon Jones incidents throughout the years. The man known as "Bones" made his MMA debut back in 2008 and in 2012 came his first arrest, when he crashed his Bentley in his upstate NY hometown.We go through the timeline and discuss where the cards may fall for Jones in the near future. F...
2021-10-1150 minMMA History PodcastRICH CLEMENTI - Before UFC DEEP DIVESend a textPhoto Credits: Keith D. Mills, Author of "A Declaration of the Independents." A true photographic documentation of the early NHB and MMA years from a man who was there.0:00- Pre intro by Mike and Miguel3:30- Intro with Chris and Rich7:00- Intro to Martial Arts10:00- First MMA fight12:10- Shin Jitsu13:45- Jamie Levine and Krazy Horse 16:50- Ben Earwood in Iowa18:30- Second MMA fight21:00- 4-Man Tournament25:25- Karate Chop Knockout26:45- Monte Cox28:00- Rick M...
2021-10-042h 06MMA History PodcastSHONIE CARTER 1990’s CareerSend a text#MMAHistory #ChrisLytle #LytesOutThe LytesOut Podcast had chance to nab Chicago fighting legend Shonie Carter - live!!! That's right, out very own MMA Detective Mike Davis, another Chicago native, sat down for a one on one with "Mr. International."Shonie probably qualified for the #FiftyFightClub while we were still in the 1990's and here, Mike takes Shonie down memory lane as they discuss Shonie's early career. A must for the hardcore fans.0:00 Podcast intro0:19 Guest intro1:13 Interview start 2:20 Shonie's martial arts background7:40 T...
2021-09-031h 17MMA History PodcastNAM PHAN - UFC CareerSend a textNam Phan UFC Career DEEPDIVE - Episode 45 / #ufc Nam Phan made a name for himself in the UFC in the lightweight and featherweight division.Phan, a native of Southern California, was known as a crowd pleaser and his bouts with Leonard Garcia helped but the smaller weight classes on the map. Get to know Nam Phan right here on the 0:00 Podcast intro0:19 Interview start 0:37 Martial arts background1:28 Getting on The UltimateFighter 123:07 Living in the fighter house5:07 Nam Phan vs Mike Budnik
2021-08-231h 21MMA History PodcastTOM ERIKSON Career Deep DiveSend a textThe "Big Cat" Tom Erikson made his fighting debut in 1996 at the tail end of a decorated wrestling career. Erikson was a wrestling coach at Purdue while he fought in "No Holds Barred" and the school in Northern Indiana became a hotbed for fighters. Erikson fought in Brazil, Japan and the United States in events that didn't require gloves and had virtually no rules or weight classes. Erikson excelled and there was a time where he was considered one of the toughest men on the planet.Erikson now coaches at Duke University...
2021-08-132h 10MMA History PodcastERYK ANDERS Before UFC Career DEEPDIVESend a textERYK ANDERS Before UFC Career DEEPDIVE UFC middleweight Eryk Anders stopped by the #LOP to talk about his career. Anders won a College Football National Championship with the Alabama Crimson Tide in his college years and he played a season in the NFL before transitioning over to the one on one sport of MMA.Anders paid his dues in the fight game, fighting more than twenty amateur bouts for little to no pay a he learned how to fight on the job. Thankfully, Alabama and the southern United States are j...
2021-07-231h 49MMA History PodcastTRAVIS FULTON - MMA Scandal & DeceitSend a textFormer MMA Fighter Travis Fulton made the news in early July 2021. Apparently, he committed suicide while in police custody. He had accepted a guilty plea that would have seen him do 18 years for charges including child pornography. In this clip, four MMA veterans who have known Travis Fulton since the 90's got together to talk on the #LytesOut Podcast. Manager/Promoter Monte Cox and Jeremy Horn joined the #LOP team for this one.We talked about ignoring the subject and not giving Fulton anymore time. His life reckoning has already ha...
2021-07-1346 minMMA History PodcastROB KAHN, BJJ Black BeltSend a textRob Kahn is a BJJ black belt under the legendary Royce Gracie.Chris Lytle and Mike Davis of the #LytesOut Podcast take Rob Kahn deep in an interview where we go long!As one of the first five black belts in America under Royce, Khan was there for much of the early days of JJ in the States. A wealth of knowledge, Kahn has gone on to be one of the foremost teachers and tacticians in JJ, but you know us, we like the old school stuff! Enjoy. I...
2021-06-151h 30MMA History PodcastMARK GODBEER Career #DEEPDIVESend a textMark Godbeer Bare Knuckle & MMA Career - Ep 27 / #ufc Something different here at the #LOP as Mark Godbeer is active and competing - this savage has been sidelined for a while to to Covid and bad luck, but we are ready to see him swing.Mark Godbeer knows a thing or two about fighting - the British heavyweight is a UFC and Bellator veteran who has logged close to 20 MMA fights on the international circuit. After taking some time off from UFC, Godbeer has returned to take the world of b...
2021-06-1553 minMMA History PodcastMIKE BROWN, Career #DEEPDIVESend a textMike Brown MMA Career DEEPDIVE - Episode 24 / #ufc Michael Thomas Brown is best known nowadays as one of the lead trainers at Florida's American Top Team, but here at the LOP we remember the rugged Mike Brown who captured WEC gold before the UFC adopted the featherweight class. Mike Brown has seen it all in MMA in his career that now spans more than two decades.We spent an hour and a half with Mike Brown, and I do believe that is the most on microphone talking he has probably e...
2021-06-141h 36MMA History PodcastMARCUS "CONAN" SILVEIRA Career #DEEPDIVESend a textChris Lytle and Mike Davis sat down with American Top Team's "Conan" Silveira for one of their signature "Deep Dive" interviews."Conan" is one of the lead coach's for ATT and he has been there since the very beginning. Looking back at his MMA career, Silveira took part in historic fights back in the early days of MMA. Talk about a person who has seen some fights!Like and subscribe to #LytesOut Clips for more short video fun and history - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdcebSeWpoMqcotWR_1rHnQ
2021-06-121h 00MMA History PodcastCARLO PRATER Career DEEPDIVESend a textCarlo Prater MMA Career DEEPDIVE - Episode 19 / #ufc Carlo Prater fought his first MMA fight in the late 1990's while he was in his teens. More than two decades later, this MMA veteran still embraces the grind.We caught up with Carlo Prater at his home in Brasilia, Brasil where he continues to train and look for fights. At the #LOP we knew Carlo's unique background (He is half Brazilian and now speaks fluent Portugeuse) would make for an interesting interview, but we didn't realize Carlo is one of us...
2021-06-042h 58MMA History PodcastAlex Davis Early MMA ManagerSend a textChris Lytle and the boys are back with another of their "old school" interviews as they interview America Top Team's Alex Davis. You want to talk about a guy who has seen it all in the world of MMA? Alex Davis was there at the inception of the now prolific American Top Team and there are few roles Davis has not filled - Translator, Manager, Trainer and life-coach are just a few of the hats he wears.Alex also takes us back to Brazil and the days before the UFC a...
2021-06-041h 12MMA History PodcastRIP PAUL VARELANS (LAST INTERVIEW), Career #DEEPDIVESend a textChris Lytle and his #LytesOut Podcast team of Mike Davis and Miguel Iturrate get together for another of their interview series, this time with MMA pioneer Paul Varelans.Varelans list of opponents reads like an early who's who of "NHB" history as he has faced the likes of "Tank" Abbott, Marco Ruas, Igor Vovchanchin, Mark Kerr and Carlos Barreto just to name a few."The Polar Bear" was in Atlanta and he continued to follow the sport of MMA. We found him ready to share his memories. A unique interview...
2021-06-031h 29MMA History PodcastOLEG TAKTAROV, Career #DEEPDIVESend a textOleg Taktarov Career DEEPDIVE - Episode 3 / #ufc Chris Lytle and his Lytes Out team are off on another "deep dive" interview. NHB and UFC legend Oleg Taktarov joins us to talk about his storied career and fight history in general.Oleg Taktarov made his UFC debut at UFC 5, and he is the UFC 6 tournament winner.Oleg Taktarov was on vacation in Mexico when he joined us, and he gives everyone a taste of both his fun side and his serious side. Hats off to the original "Russian Bear."
2021-06-031h 37MMA History PodcastBRANDEN LEE HINKLE Career #DEEPDIVESend a textBranden Lee Hinkle Hammer House DEEPDIVE - Episode 2 / #ufc Brandon Hikle was a founding member of the famous Hammer House Gym. Brandon Hinkle MMA veteran Chris Lytle and his Lytes Out Podcast have another "Old School" interview as we are joined by Hammer House fighter Branden Lee Hinkle.Brandon Hinkle got his start in "NHB" back in 1998, on Sergio Battarelli's IVC and he fought professionally over 30 times all over the world. Brandon Hinkle started out as a member of Mark Coleman's "Hammer House" and he still is "Hammer House for Life...
2021-05-2058 minMMA History PodcastBas Rutten Ep 1 - the BeginningSend a textBas Rutten Career - Ep 1 / #ufc Chris Lytle's MMA team interview Bas Rutten. Rutten, a former King of Pancrase, a former UFC Heavyweight Champion and UFC Hall of Famer talks about his career and his training and preparation. Bas is his usual charming self and he is very frank and forthcoming as well. A true gem!0:00 Podcast Intro1:12 Mike and Miguel preview interview2:09 Pancrase documentary plug4:00 Chris introduces Bas Rutten4:50 Learning grappling and submissions8:19 Developing new setups and techniques
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