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MMA History PodcastRon Jhun BEFORE the UFCSend us 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...
2026-01-191h 50MMA History PodcastEliteXC - The Run - Jared ShawSend us 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 t...
2026-01-121h 37MMA History PodcastEd Herman BEFORE the UFCSend us 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...
2026-01-051h 23MMA History Podcast2025 Year in ReviewSend us 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 deliv...
2025-12-241h 52MMA History PodcastThe Rise of EliteXC - Jared ShawSend us 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 cha...
2025-12-221h 53MMA History PodcastJesse Taylor BEFORE the UFCSend us 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 intro...
2025-12-151h 28MMA History PodcastAndy Main TUF to the King PancraseSend us 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 us 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 Ve...
2025-11-242h 04MMA History PodcastRafiel Torre RND Table - MediaSend us 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...
2025-11-181h 47MMA History PodcastRon Waterman Career Deep DiveSend us 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 @ambidexs...
2025-11-171h 46MMA History PodcastRafiel Torre RND Table - FightersSend us 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
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Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsLovecraft eZine's Annual HALLOWEEN Episode!📺 If you would like to WATCH this episode, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Z_P8KwODwtI 😱 Join us LIVE for our annual HALLOWEEN episode! With Jeffrey Thomas, Scott Thomas, and Mike Davis. 📚 SEASONS FROM ICE TO GRAIN (The Scott Thomas Poetry Collection): https://www.amazon.com/Seasons-Grain-Thomas-Poetry-Collection-ebook/dp/B0F5C1LH2W 📚 THE IDOL, by Jeffrey Thomas: https://www.amazon.com/Idol-Jeffrey-Thomas-ebook/dp/B0FNY9RRL9 🙏 Lovecraft eZine Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine 📪 Join the email alert list to be reminded when episodes are coming up. Only 2...
2025-10-271h 22MMA History PodcastJorge Rivera Career Deep DiveSend us 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...
2025-10-272h 07MMA History PodcastBrad Imes Career Deep DiveSend us 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...
2025-10-201h 44MMA History PodcastBrian McLaughlin Deep DiveSend us 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 ...
2025-10-132h 24MMA History PodcastJeremy Horn Fighting in the early 2000’sSend us 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 M...
2025-10-061h 17MMA History PodcastJosh Neer BEFORE the UFCSend us 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...
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Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping TomorrowYour New Heart | Dr. Mike DavisIn this episode of Holy Shift! Biomedical Breakthroughs Shaping Tomorrow, host Angela Gill Nelms talks with Dr. Mike Davis, a professor of Biomedical Engineering and Cardiology at Georgia Tech and Emory University. Dr. Davis shares his research journey from catching bees at the Fresh Kills landfill to pioneering stem cell therapies for congenital heart defects and heart failure. Together, they dive into breakthroughs in treating heart defects like hypoplastic left heart syndrome (HLHS), new pediatric and adult clinical trials for heart conditions like dilated cardiomyopathy, and how regenerative medicine transforms outcomes for children born with severe congenital heart disease...
2025-09-2332 minMMA History PodcastBrock Larson BEFORE the UFCSend us 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/ promot...
2025-09-221h 54MMA History PodcastAnt Evans 2008 UFC Media RelationsSend us 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 UFC...
2025-09-151h 57MMA History PodcastShark Tank w/ Eddy Millis & Jay MartinezSend us 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 figh...
2025-09-031h 58MMA History PodcastMac Danzig The UFC YearsSend us 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...
2025-09-011h 57MMA History PodcastKazja Kaged Kombat & ConspiracySend us 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”
2025-08-252h 02MMA History PodcastCecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Career Deep DiveSend us 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 intervie...
2025-08-181h 48MMA History PodcastHomer Moore Career & ControversySend us 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 in...
2025-08-112h 21MMA History PodcastGan Mcgee Career Deep DiveSend us 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...
2025-07-281h 45MMA History PodcastAnt Evans 2007 UFC Deep DiveSend us 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...
2025-07-212h 16MMA History PodcastBas Boon Golden Glory & YakuzaSend us a textEp 284 Bas Boon Golden Glory & Yakuza Legendary manager Bas Boon takes us through the incredibly dangerous behind the scenes from one of the world’s most dominant gyms as well as transitioning to having to deal with the Pride FC and the Japanese Yakuza. The Golden Glory gym had gangland type hits, internal fighting and a global reputation for NOT being an organization to oppose. Bas Boon leaves no stone unturned in this incredibly personal look into his business dealings. Ep 284 Bas Boon Golden Glory & Yakuza...
2025-07-142h 05MMA History PodcastJason Von Flue Career Deep DiveSend us 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 us 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 i...
2025-06-301h 54MMA History PodcastBas Boon MMA & Dutch MafiaSend us 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 eas...
2025-06-231h 55MMA History PodcastHermes Franca Career Deep DiveSend us 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 st...
2025-06-091h 43MMA History PodcastRoberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep DiveSend us 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 H...
2025-06-021h 13MMA History PodcastMac Danzig w/ Kenny Florian - The Ultimate FighterSend us a textEp 277 Mac Danzig & Kenny Florian The Ultimate Fighter Mac Danzig joins us for a part 3 on his career interview, joining the interview in TUF 1 finalist Kenny Florian. We get a peak into Kenny Florian’s career prior to the UFC in this historic interview Ep 277 Mac Danviz w/ Kenny Florian The Ultimate Fighter 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction1:48 interview start 2:00 Kenny Florian vs Nuri Shakir6:16 beating Drew Fickett to get o9:08 Dr Lenny Waice 9:51 Mac...
2025-05-261h 36MMA History PodcastSeth Petruzelli Career Deep DiveSend us 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
2025-05-191h 53MMA History PodcastWilson Reis BEFORE the UFCSend us 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...
2025-05-121h 26MMA History PodcastMac 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 History PodcastBart 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 History PodcastCarlson 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 History PodcastChristine 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 History PodcastSean 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 History PodcastGene 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 History PodcastNate 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...
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Canary Cry RadioEMO INTEL WITH MIKE DAVIS | CCR 181Our guest today is Mike Davis! Being in ministry for 48 years, Mike is a pastor, author, speaker, corporate trainer, and emotional success coach who has written 2 e-books, “Sanctified Emotions” and “Tapping Into Your Emotional Success Power Now: Skills and Strategies for Being Your Emotional Best.” With his wife Karen of 35 years, Mike co-founded The Optimal Performance Group, a training and development company as well as The Centre for Christian Training and Development: a Christian training company devoted to helping believers to understand the Scriptures in its original context as well as training Christians in Emotional...
2025-02-212h 02MMA History PodcastAl 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 History PodcastAndrei 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 History PodcastSpencer 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 History PodcastMiletich 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 History PodcastBen 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 Cox
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The LayoverEpisode 10: "We Met in a Bar" ft. Peter Mayer and Mike DavisCheck out Episode 10, "We Met in a Bar," where hosts Patrick Trevino and Tracy Davis interview legendary rock star Peter Mayer and the GM of Little Flock Music, Mike Davis. Peter shares his journey through the music business, starting from his childhood love of the guitar to touring for over 30 years as Jimmy Buffett's lead guitarist in the Coral Reefer Band. Mike Davis discusses how to navigate the business side of the music industry—the good, the bad, and the ugly. Together, they talk about the next steps in their journeys as new chapters unfold, highlighting the importance of fr...
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Conspiracy and Chill Podcast23 | Mike Davis | Overcoming Addiction, Conspiracies, and MMA Lore | "A Calculated Destruction of Society" | {{{SWAPCAST}}}Our journey this week is a mosaic of personal stories and the pursuit of truth, both universal and intimate. We're joined by seasoned podcaster Mike Davis, "The MMA Detective", host of the Lytes Out podcast. He brings a wealth of experience from his show that examines a cross-section of MMA history and deep diving into the often seedy world of the early mixed martial arts days.Navigating through the societal shifts and the role of influencers, Mike pulls from his law enforcement background to delve into discussions on criminal justice, addiction, and the impacts of...
2024-04-171h 32MMA History PodcastMark 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.
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Sounds from the CellarEp. 8 - Podlings - Mike DavisThis week on Sounds From The Cellar, we return with another in our series of Podlings - shorter episodes that let you know the band a little bit better. Next up, it’s the legendary Mike Davis.
What can one say about the man? Legit one of the best male vocalists you could wish to hear, with a career and stories to match. We talk about his life in music, from his beginnings in church to his arrival in the village and record deals and beyond.
Treat yourself to his rendition of the Stevie Wonder classic, “For Once In My Life...
2024-03-2524 minMMA History PodcastJorge 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 36Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsTips on Social Media for Creators, from Alan Baxter & Mike Davis; Small-town Horror; Alan's Books😱 An interview Australian writer Alan Baxter! We chat about his books, about social media, and more. 💖 Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine/about ————— 🖥️ To WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtu.be/F-kT3HCfMfI ————— 😱 Alan's website: https://www.alanbaxter.com.au/ ————— 💖 Some of my favorite Patreon episodes and posts: https://www.patreon.com/posts/97978262 🔥 My Linktree: https://linktr.ee/misanthropemike ————— 📆 NEW! Lovecraft eZine calendar: https://calendar.google.com/calendar/u/0/embed?src=michaeldaviswriter@gmail.com 📆 (Click the link on each Sunday for episode details. Add this calendar to your...
2024-02-221h 45MMA History PodcastWander 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 History PodcastRafael Natal Before the UFCSend us a textRafael Natal BEFORE the UFC Ep 193Rafael Natal had a 17 fight stint in the UFC; in this interview we concentrate on Rafael Natal journey from Brazil to becoming a household name. Rafael Natal came highly recommended from Draculino and this interview does not disappoint. 0:00 Lytes out intro0:19 Mike Davis guest introduction0:39 interview start1:10 early beginnings doing Judo2:04 Getting introduced into Jiu-Jitsu 4:06 Rafael Natal’s early training partners 6:22 Rafael Natal being loyal to his coach 7:50 Earning Vinicius Draculino’s respect10:07 Accepting challenge...
2023-11-061h 43MMA 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 33
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsDive into the mind of Josh Malerman, author of BIRD BOX, SPIN A BLACK YARN, and other bestsellers!🖥️ If you want to WATCH this episode, go here: https://youtu.be/nQkMbQJASVY 💥 You heard it here FIRST: The title of Josh Malerman's nonfiction book! In his words: "Wrapped the nonfiction book. My first. (He talks about) the infinite differences between this experience and all others I've known. The book details one profound night shortly after getting a book deal for BIRD BOX, in which all major life backdrops were present, an unplanned council of huge thoughts/feelings. Woke up the next day and told Allison I could fill a whole book with what we'd experienced the night be...
2023-09-012h 24MMA History PodcastGesias JZ Cavelcanti Career Deep DiveSend us a textGesias JZ Cavelcante Career Deep Dive Ep 177Gesias JZ Cavelcanti started his journey in MMA through the Luta Livre system of fighting; his story starts in a small city in Brazil and continues with Gesias JZ Cavelcanti traveling all over the world in order to claim his rank as one of the sports top competitors.Gesias JZ Cavelcanti story is that of a person that left everything that they owned to pursue their dream in a country that they didn't know the language; its truly inspiring.Gesias JZ C...
2023-08-171h 36MMA History PodcastNoah Schnable Lions Den From the VaultSend us a textNoah Schnable Lions Den From the Vault0:00 Lytes Out Intro0:19 Mike Davis guest introduction0:41 Business Plugs1:46 Introduction to MMA3:26 Ken shamrock Challenging Noah Schnable to a Fight 4:43 Being Accepted into Lions Den6:00 Infamous Lions Den Workouts9:12 Early Street Fights and Early Martial Arts Training 9:53 Meeting Daniel Zuñiga10:40 Daniel Zuñiga at Lions Den11:07 Living with the other Lions Den Members 12:46 Jens Pulver Cut After Tryout 13:32 Living with Frank Shamrock and Jason Delucia 17:02 Jason Delucia training with Frank Shamroc...
2023-07-061h 06MMA History PodcastMike 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...
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Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsPaul Tremblay interview: THE BEAST YOU ARE! With John Langan, Laird Barron, and Mike Davis🍁 THE BEAST YOU ARE by Paul Tremblay: https://amzn.to/3F4ldDp 🤓 PANELISTS: 🤓 Laird Barron: THE WIND BEGAN TO HOWL: https://amzn.to/3Vfrp20 -- Interview with Laird: https://youtu.be/Kc0G5QoMcRc 🤓 John Langan: https://amzn.to/2AJjXHs 🤓 Mike Davis: https://linktr.ee/misanthropemike —————————— 😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch...
2023-06-261h 11
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With Friends"Suitable Flesh", James Wan ("Call of Cthulhu"), THE FLASH, STAR: TREK: STRANGE NEW WORLDS, and more😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
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Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsThe Texas Frightmare Convention, BLACK MIRROR, and more. Plus: Pete visits Rick!😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
2023-06-071h 03MMA History PodcastAllan Goes Career Deep DiveSend us a textAllan Goes Career Deep Dive Ep 164Allan Goes life and career are something that has the makings of a movie; growing up in the jungles of Brazil and struggling to assimilate into the "modern society" and eventually moving to California is where the Allan Goes story begins.In this interview we reminisce on how Allan Goes met Carlson Gracie; Allan Goes role in the Luta Livre vs Jiu Jitsu war and an incredibly intimate look into his fighting career.Allan Goes really opened up and gave us an...
2023-05-291h 35MMA History PodcastMike Rogers Career Deep DiveSend us 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 Intro
2023-05-251h 46
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsInterview: Premee Mohamed talks about cosmic horror and her new book NO ONE WILL COME BACK FOR US!😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
2023-05-231h 53
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsLaird Barron talks about his new Coleridge book THE WIND BEGAN TO HOWL, his recent illness, and more😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
2023-05-172h 04
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsMermaids have sharp teeth in Cassandra Khaw's new book "The Salt Grows Heavy"😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
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Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsNEW sci-fi horror novel: THE SCOURGE BETWEEN STARS! Interview with author and astronomer Ness Brown😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
2023-05-051h 40MMA History PodcastDraculino Magalhaes - Gracie Barra Deep DiveSend us 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 y...
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Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsOur favorite films on SHUDDER, favorite Stephen King films, and more. PLUS: Kelly Young!😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
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Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsGhosts and AI, with Ai Jiang. -- PLUS: "The Flash" discussion...AND, Pete shows us his extra socks!⚡️⚡️ NOTE: Ai Jiang's computer buffers a couple of times in the beginning, but it smooths out soon, so keep listening! ⚡️⚡️ 😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, than...
2023-03-281h 38
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsMary SanGiovanni's new ALIEN book, the creator of the PC game "Dreams in the Witch House", and more!😎 Become a member! The Patreon keeps the eZine Podcast going, and it's only $5 a month: https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine ⚡️ A horror podcast that feels like hanging around with friends! A few quotes from listeners: 😄 "I am deeply, deeply grateful for this group and the guests you have. When I listen/watch, I feel like after a lifetime of being a square peg in a round world, I've finally found my peer group. Thank you, thank you, thank you." -- Sandy Hale 😄 "I've had a pretty bad bout of depression this week and took half the...
2023-03-032h 14MMA History PodcastTJ GRANT - UFC Career DEEPDIVESend us 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_1...
2022-12-261h 47MMA History PodcastMONTE COX Reunion Show - From The VaultSend us 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 W...
2022-12-222h 37MMA History PodcastJAMIE VARNER - MMA Career DEEPDIVESend us 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 th...
2022-11-212h 12MMA History PodcastRICARDO LIBORIO - BJJ Legend DEEPDIVESend us a textRicardo Liborio sits with Mike and Miguel to go over his storied career. One of BJJ's most advanced practitioners, he made his name world-wide as the head coach of American Top Team. We talk about it all in this unprecedented sit down.Chapters:0:00 Intro 1:27 Bank of Brazil 5:15 Luta Livre vs Jiu Jitsu 8:00 Early Jiu Jitsu Politics11:14 Meeting Carlson Gracie 13:08 Carlson Gracie Family Politics17:12 Luta Livre Rivalry 21:00 Carlson Gracie as a person 26:20 Royce Gracie Accomplishments 28:52 Legend of Rickson 31:35 Rickson Vs Rigan Ma...
2022-10-312h 07MMA History PodcastMOTI HORENSTEIN - From The VaultSend us 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...
2022-09-2251 min
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsMichael Shea: the author and his work! With Laird Barron, Sam Hamm, and others!💥 A discussion of the life and work of Michael Shea! PANELISTS: Laird Barron, Sam Hamm, Marc Laidlaw, John Langan, Henrik Möller, Linda Shea, and me (Mike Davis). ⚡️ My Patreons (https://www.patreon.com/lovecraftezine) had early access to this podcast, but I'm making it available to everyone now. You get a lot of extra content as a Patreon, and it's only $5 a month! ⚡️ Read MR. CANNYHARME: A NOVEL OF LOVECRAFTIAN TERROR by Michael Shea: https://amzn.to/3KW58jN ⚡️ Cover artist for MR. CANNYHARME: Tom Brown. Available for commi...
2022-07-011h 29
Lovecraft eZine: A Horror Podcast That Feels Like Hanging Out With FriendsLAKE MUNGO discussion! With Paul Tremblay, Nadia Bulkin, and Mike Davis⚡️ Paul Tremblay, Nadia Bulkin, and I discuss LAKE MUNGO!! 🙂 IMPORTANT: This was a Patreon-Only Podcast episode that we did one year ago today. On this anniversary, I'm releasing to everyone. ⚡️ This is just a small taste of the kind of extra content you get when you become a patreon! It's only $5 a month, and you can unsubscribe any time. ⚡️ Become a Patreon at this link: www.lovecraftezinepatreon.com 😱 "I feel like something bad is going to happen to me. I feel like something bad HAS happened. It hasn't reached me yet... but it's...
2022-06-251h 23MMA History PodcastMARK COLEMAN - Before The UFC DEEPDIVESend us 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...
2022-06-011h 34MMA History PodcastDAVE SCHULTZ Wrestling Career DEEPDIVE w/MARK SCHULTZSend us 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...
2022-05-102h 07MMA History PodcastDAVE “PEE WEE” HERMAN - Career DEEPDIVESend us a text#DaveHerman #UFC #MMADAVE “PEE WEE” HERMAN - Career DEEPDIVEHeavyweight Dave Herman came up working his way through the Indy grind. He arrived in the UFC with a gaudy 20-2 record, with experience in Japan and Bellator. He won his UFC debut but dropped 4 fights in a row in the big show. Despite still having heaps of potential, Herman was done by 30 years old in the fight game...The last time you saw him, he was making the news for an incident that saw a police officer taze...
2022-03-312h 21MMA History PodcastCLAY 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 History PodcastRIP STEPHAN BONNAR - UFC Career LAST INTERVIEWSend us a textStephan Bonnar - The UFC Years - Epsiode 78 (Last Interview) / #ufc Stephan Bonnar fought Forrest Griffin in the Finals of The Ultimate Fighter Season 1 in a match that is credited with saving the sport at the Zuffa owned UFC.But how did Stephan Bonnar get to that historic spot in MMA history? Here, "The American Psycho" takes the DEEPDIVE with Chris Lytle and company to talk about his roots in the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. Thanks to Stephan, who will certainly be back on to talk about his career AF...
2021-12-201h 56MMA History PodcastMARCUS DAVIS - Before the UFC - DEEPDIVESend us 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 PodcastJON JONES Self-Destruction TimelineSend us 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 f...
2021-10-1150 minMMA History PodcastSHONIE CARTER 1990’s CareerSend us 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 background
2021-09-031h 17MMA History PodcastNAM PHAN - UFC CareerSend us 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 Bud...
2021-08-231h 21MMA History PodcastJON FITCH Before UFC CareerSend us a textJon Fitch stopped by the #LytesOut Podcast to discuss his career. Fitch was one of the top five welterweights in the world when he fought for the UFC, Bellator and World Series of Fighting. But his road to the top was not easy nor was it a straight trajectory. Here, Mike Davis and Chris Lytle take Jon Fitch from his initiation into the sport while he was wrestling at Purdue University through the heights of fighting for the UFC. At times, the UFC isn't the lofty place it may seem. Fitch ta...
2021-07-262h 11MMA History PodcastROB KAHN, BJJ Black BeltSend us 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.
2021-06-151h 30MMA History PodcastMARK GODBEER Career #DEEPDIVESend us 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 o...
2021-06-1553 minMMA History PodcastMIKE BROWN, Career #DEEPDIVESend us 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 p...
2021-06-141h 36MMA History PodcastMARCUS "CONAN" SILVEIRA Career #DEEPDIVESend us 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 PodcastAlex Davis Early MMA ManagerSend us 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 U...
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