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Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap 10 Years, UFC 281 & A Big Goodbye AnnouncementEp. 531 - Raf and Kevin announce the end of Verbal Tap. That is a tough sentence to write. We will do one more final goodbye episode. Please go to the Grappling Hour for all of your MMA and Grappling needs. We reveal Over/Under Kevin UFC 281 pick-em contest. Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Periera, Esparza vs. Zhang, Poirier vs. Chanlder and cover all the fights. It has been such an honor these last 10 yers and ya, we did 531 shows in 10 years.2022-11-1954 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastUFC 281 Pick Em Friday NightEp. 530 - Raf and Kevin square off in a first ever Over/Under Kevin UFC 281 pick-em contest. Israel Adesanya vs. Alex Periera, Esparza vs. Zhang, Poirier vs. Chanlder and so much more. The guys go back and forth and even learn some new things about one another. Tune in. Cheers!2022-11-1258 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastADCC Time & UFC 279 Chimaev vs. DiazEp. 524. We preview and review fights today. Kevin waxes poetically about Keenan, he's not fighting. Raf keeps everyone hostage this weekend, he is fighting. Then we recap who wins all in the battle of UFC 279 picks. Spoiler alert, Kevin always wins. Cheers.2022-09-1641 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 515) Fireworks, Dogs, UFC 276 & Chris PrattWe're officially back for a late summer Friday night fun episode, listen in and let us know what you thought of the Chris Pratt comments and subsequent apology. We're pretty entertained by both. Kevin and Raf also share their thoughts on fireworks, Kevin has a bizarre take. 2022-07-0940 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 514) UFC 276 & Raf turns 40!This episode brought to you by DraftKings, enter promo code Verbal Tap to win instantly. We have a special birthday episode and some amazing 90's comedy references, tune in this is a fun episode. There is going to be a lot more fight analysis than your used to, and you are once again encouraged to ignore Kevin's bets. Cheers!If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisiscounseling and referral services can be accessed by calling 1-800-GAMBLER (1-800-426-2537) (IL/IN/MI...2022-06-3041 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 487) UFC 269 w/ Dan Tom MMAWelcome back @DanTomMMA for some rousing UFC 269 Over/Under Kevin. He's arguably a podcast guest favorite after a few now historic performances on the show. Raf and Kevin are still processing a lot about 2021, and the guest only enabled this. Enjoy, apologize to absolutely no one for us. 2021-12-071h 03Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 475) UFC 266 w/ Mixed Martial ArtishWe're back from a brief pre-recorded break to deliver some much needed humor. We have on MixedMartialArtish.com on the show and we have an absolute blast playing Over/Under Kevin UFC 266. Kevin's still distracted, Raf is on point, and the podcast is funny. Listen in. 2021-09-231h 22Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 463) Raf's birthday & we catch up!Kevin went on a two week vacation, Raf went on a birthday work tour, we're catching up. UFC fights happened, UFC interim things happened, and we have it all. Listen in, its our funniest work in 3 weeks.2021-06-2949 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 459) UFC 262 & Loser Loses Name Kevin editionUFC 262 sucked, but we were kinda paying attention. Okay, Raf and Kevin Bradley thought it rocked, but we're still talking. Listen in as we talk through the most outrageous card of the year and a very controversial card. Cheers to the crew!2021-05-181h 03Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 451) UFC events Past and Future / The Grammy's / WhateverRaf and Kevin breakdown all the recent MMA headlines with a lot of comedy. Kevin watched the Grammy's, Raf watched all things MMA, and they meet in the middle. Cheers Verbal Tap crew, enoy!2021-03-1646 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 424) Daniel Cormier, SUG 17, & UFC FIGHT NIGHT!Raf spent 30 hours covering fights this weekend, and Kevin even joined. Roll over to The Grappling Hour for all that coverage and more, and listen to this podcast for the best back and forth in MMA coverage. All things Daniel Cormier, Submission Underground, and a fun night of fights for the UFC. Be kind. Vote. Resist. 2020-09-0156 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 417) UFC Fight Night is ... almost over? / OTRaf watched everything, Kevin watched some things, and fight island features 0 boats. Dana is leaving it, and we got none of the frat humor we needed. Is there a yacht? I don't follow. Listen in as we talk that and the O/T event.2020-07-2246 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 409) Ranking NBA MMA Fighters w/ Dan Tom MMAEver wonder what NBA players would be best in the cage? Wonder no more, its been answered. Dan Tom is with us in person to talk about the article he just wrote ranking the best NBA for MMA players throughout history. Kevin had immediate thoughts, Raf booked him, and this podcast is gold. From Malice in the Palace to Jordan, we debate it all. Find him and support him @DanTomMMA.2020-05-2859 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 399) UFC 248, IBJJF Bans, & Combat BJJ w/ Jordan PeitzmanJordan is back on the show for week 2 and we reveal who won Over/Under Kevin! The loser this week is taking on a physical challenge. Plus, Raf and Jordan catch us all up on the BJJ world. Tune in for UFC 248 and a lot of grappling fun.2020-03-1055 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 390) Verbal Tappies w/ Garry TononRaf accidentally booked Garry and we didn't have the heart to tell him. We talk retirement, fighting, MMA, and all things Garry Tonon. Listen in, we love him. He's been eating carbs, Kevin drove through a winter storm, its showtime. 2019-12-311h 47Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 367) Subsersiv 2 & UFC SacramentoRaf was commentating at Subseriv II and Kevin is jealous, join us as they hash it out. UFC Sacramento was a blast. de Randamie over Ladd, Faber over Simon, Emmett over Bektic, and Vettori is good. Join us as we hash it all out. 2019-07-2634 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 338) Raf is still at ADCC Trials & Grappling Superfights!You don't leave the island, the island simply gets done with you. Raf is still in a ADCC Trials state of mind, and we're breaking down how excited we are about Lovato vs. Shields. Listen in. Fun show.2019-02-1930 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 334) MMA and Grappling Hot Topics: Kasai, ESPN, Ultimate AbsoluteKevin and Raf catch up on events from around the weekend. Check it out, they had fun. 2019-02-0545 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 323) Personal Stuff, Polaris Pro 8 & EBI 18Nothin but grappling. Kevin returned to the gentle art after months of a injury break. Raf is thinking about a new impression, and Keenan vs. Craig was fun. Check out the podcast for: Keenan vs. Craig, Vagner Rocha vs. Benson Henderson, Nicky Ryan vs. Imanari, and EBI 18. Listen in, we had a blast. 2018-12-1152 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 315) CXF, CBD, Jon Jones & the Podcast Awards!Raf and Kevin round table a quiet week in the MMA grappling world. Tune in for some CXF coverage, CBD Black Belt, Jon Jones Antics, and some early attempts at Acceptance Speeches.2018-10-2242 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 311) Conor vs. Khabib Presser & Quintet 3Raf convinced Kevin to record a facebook live session, and here is the audio! You can't see the many drinks Kevin has, but you should be able to hear them. They dive deep into the presser of UFC 229, Conor vs. Khabib in the Press Game, and get very nerdily excited for Quintet 3. Listen in.2018-10-0534 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 307) Hot Topics: Rafael Lovato Jr, UFC, Subversive, & McGregor KhabibRaf watched some things, Kevin heard about some things, and Rafael Lovato Jr. is amazing. John Salter fought a great fight, but a grappling match gives Lovato the advantage. Tune in for all that and more with UFC and more UFC.2018-09-2356 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 305) Fighter Rep 4 & UFC 228Sister podcast host, and Over/Under competitor Mike Stallings is back this week to talk fights. Raf went to Vegas, and Kevin is mostly sober, listen in, fun episode.2018-09-101h 08Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 301) Hot Topics: IBJJF Masters Worlds, Vegas, CXF & UFC LincolnRaf took a road trip to Vegas, and Kevin did very little. The guys stroll through the talking points of how the Acai was, IBJJF Masters Worlds, Training in Vegas, CXF and the amazing fights, UFC Lincoln highlight finishes, a heel hook, and Drew Dober. Listen in.2018-08-2654 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 294) Quintet 2 and the Geo Martinez ShowJust Raf and Kevin this week, put on your seat belts for 90 minutes of time transporting comedy takes. Topics include: Geo Martinez submission heard round the world, 10th Planet, Quintet 2, Sakuraba, Richie Martinez, PJ Barch, Adam Sachnoff, Amir Allam, Stuart Cooper, Haisam Rida, Sakuraba, Polaris 7, GSP Espys, UFC Fight Night Boise, Bellator, and OC Fights live. What a podcast, with way more food references than normal.2018-07-171h 33Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 283) UFC 224 with The Clinch Report's Jonathan KingIts never a good idea to bring real journalists on the show, but Raf keeps trying. Jonathan King, announcer for CXF, stopped by to play some Over/Under Kevin UFC 224. Jonathan is amazing, and Kevin is trying. Listen in, fun podcast.2018-05-071h 37Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 282) Kevin is alive, Bellator 198, and CXF!Just Kevin and Raf breakdown a crazy MMA event that featured Rafael Lovato Jr, Dillon Danis, Fedor vs. Frank Mir, Russia vs the FBI, and CXF. We recap most of the important bits.2018-05-011h 13Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 280) Tag Team Grappling, Kasai Pro 2, and UFC Fight NightSubmission Underground was in hour 7 when Kevin and Raf went on the air, and wow was tag team jiu-jitsu a hit. Listen in, the guys recap: SUG, Tag Team Grappling, Kasai Pro 2, UFC Fight Night, and some improvements on tag team grappling. So much fun trying to watch all the fights.2018-04-1656 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 277) with John Salter on Bellator 198Garry Tonon up top, with all the John Salter questions we could ask. He's fighting Rafael Lovato Jr in a Bellator showdown in that division. Tune in, Raf and Kevin almost have this podcasting thing figured out.2018-03-261h 05Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Ultimate Mat Warrior, Bellator, and UFC w/ Jason HaydenRaf was live at Ultimate Mat Warrior. Kevin was alive watching Bellator and UFC 220. Jason Hayden joins to recap everything. Listen in, this podcast is fun!2018-01-231h 21Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Golden Globes and UFC NewsRaf and Kevin spin around the Golden Globes with some MMA mixed in. Including: Dern signing UFC, Conor Vacating the title, Jones, GSP vs. Nick Diaz, and all we could think of. Join in, its crazy.2018-01-0859 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC Canada and No Gi WorldsRaf and Kevin are one on one and things take some turns. GSP is back, only talking to some people. UFC Winnipeg Canada, No Gi Worlds, and GSP take up most of the talking. Tune in.2017-12-1958 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap EBI 14 and UFC 218Raf went on a Jiu-Jitsu barnstorming tour. The guys recap: Ebi 14, Raf goes to Austin, Beer-jitsu, Gordon Ryan, John Danaher, Craig Jones, OnnIt, Fight to Win Pro, and UFC 218 with Noah Tillis. Listen in, Noah rocks.2017-12-061h 38Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Turns 5 w/ Garry Tonon and a side of Gordan RyanThe show opens with questions from you, and then steadily gets less fun. Raf visited Kevin in Denver and we had no choice but to call Garry Tonon. Enjoy as we recap: The Boomerang Scandal, UFC Fight Night Australia, and 25 topics with Garry Tonon and Gordan Ryan. Happy 5th year to everyone at the Verbal Tap Family (that includes you if your reading this or downloading the podcast).2017-11-191h 39Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap McGregor, UFC Fight Night & Combat Worlds JJ with guest Eric "Cobra" CoeWhat a weekend to be on vacation. Listen in as Raf and Kevin catch up. Topics include: Reebok Underwear, McGregor going nuts, Bisping stepping up, Combat Jiu-Jitsu, Jack Swagger, UFC Fight Night, Matt Brown, Combat Worlds, and Eric Coe (54 minute mark). Eric Coe is fighting this weekend and rocks, listen in.2017-11-141h 38Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with ADCC Gold Medalist JT TorresRaf and Kevin try to get to the bottom of why JT is so charming and talented. Listen in as the guys talk Vegas than all things JT Torres. JT is a long time friend of the podcast and we're thrilled to talk to him after his ADCC Gold Medal performance.2017-10-301h 16Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap EBI 13 The Garry Something ShowWow was Garry Tonon good. Raf was there, Kevin watched, its EBI 13 the lightweights. Combat Jiu-Jitsu is growing on everyone, and this event was mostly amazing. Listen in as the guys rehash the biggest story lines from the weekend.2017-10-241h 15Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Polaris Pro 5, CXF, and Mayweather vs. McGregor Fight WeekJust Raf and Kevin this week. Topics include: Polaris Pro 5, Kevin's hatorade commercial, Raf went to CXF, Paulie Malignaggi, and all the Mayweather McGregor predictions you can handle. Listen in, half of the cast might be on pain killers.2017-08-211h 26Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Social Media Justice & UFC 213 with Ryan FordRyan Ford from The Grappling Central Podcast (grapplingcentral.com) stops by to try and dethrone Kevin for Over/Under Kevin UFC 213. This podcast was a blast and Ryan is awesome. Topics covered: Raf hates Fireworks, Jeff Horn vs. Manny Pacquiao, Conor vs. Floyd, Flyweight Division sale, Bethe Correia, Garry Tonon, UFC 213, The Grappling Central Podcast, and Verbal Tap's Social Media Extravaganza. Check it out please.2017-07-031h 51Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Women's Kumite, UFC Fight Night & The NBARaf and Kevin start out with a little political parody. Then they engaged on the following: Women's Kumite, UFC Fight Night, 10th Planet Grand Opening, McGregor vs. Floyd, Dana White, Jiu-Jitsu Superfights, 10th Planet qualifier, and a lot about the NBA. Listen in, its a blast.2017-06-141h 27Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Mail Bag Topics and Yoel Romero unpluggedRaf and Kevin pick topics hotly contested on social media this week and rapid fire them. In order they are: U2, Risk!, Gordon Ryan, Garry Tonon vs Shinya Aoki, Rory McDonald, Yoel Romero vs. Whittaker, Interim Titles, Daniel O'Brien, Roger Gracie vs. Buchecha, Buchecha and Dern Lift, Bisping, Raf in Vegas, and Footlocks. Listen in, fun podcast.2017-05-221h 11Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with John Combs recapping Submission Underground 4Travel be damned the podcast must go on! Raf is in Vegas, Kevin drove back from Kansas, and the podcast is amazing. John Combs is back to talk Submission Underground 4, UFC 211, and all things Urijah Faber. We also reveal who won Over/Under UFC 211. Listen in.2017-05-161h 12Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap goes to World Team Trials and the Funky BunchKevin and Raf start the podcast deep in a Marky Mark debate. Raf traveled to Las Vegas to cover grappling and wrestling combined. Topics covered: Marky Mark vs. Mark Wahlberg, World Team Trials, Leandro Lo, Dallas Open, UFC, The Flash, and MMA Grappling comedy. One of our favorites.2017-05-011h 22Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Raf is Internet Famous, A Lovato Seminar & Rader vs. Tonon!Its WWE BJJ Week! Join in as the guys do a quick recap of everything grappling. Topics include: Raf is Internet Famous, Rafael Lovato Jr.'s No Gi Seminar, a live viewing of Garry Tonon vs. Justin Rader, Jacare's MMA BJJ Comments, Chael talking smack on grapplers, and WWE BJJ WEEK!!!! Join in, its a blast.2017-03-2851 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Ortiz vs. Sonnen, Glory Kickboxing, & Tap Cancer OutRaf was in San Diego and Kevin is fired up, this is a fun podcast. Topics covered: Alternative Facts, Bellator 170, Glory Kickboxing, Tap Cancer Out, Victory MMA, and who can remember. Listen in people.2017-01-241h 13Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Christmas Extravaganza with Gi's for GI's Brian CrandellBrandon Mccaghren left a happy 200th voicemail, and the guys finally got it. Raf and Kevin start the show with some hot takes followed by an amazing talk with Gi's for GI's Brian Crandell. That guy rocks. Topics covered: Pretty Young Fighters Club, Nicky Ryan vs. Kennedy Cobrinha, Garry Tonon vs. Kim Terra, Gordon Ryan vs. Felipe Pena, UFC Fight Night, Gall over Northcutt Faber Goodbye, Waterson over VanZant, Jouban over Perry, and holiday SHOUT OUTS! Listen in, the shout outs are the sweetest.2016-12-211h 50Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Featherweight Title Strip and David "Bulletproof" MitchellWelcome to Episode 201 with MMA Fighter David Mitchell. Raf and Kevin start the show talking: Conor McGregor getting stripped of the featherweight title, Gabi Garcia vs. a 52 year old, and Daniel Cormier's potential "Thanksgiving injury." The guy who says he has the best leg locks in MMA David Mitchell from team Alpha Male stops by, and its great. Listen in.2016-11-281h 17Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC 205 and DenverJoe Foty is back from The Jiu Jitsu Podcast. Kevin is confused about which episode it is, Raf helps out, then they talk UFC 205. Topics include: McGregor. Kidding, we talk about everything. Listen in.2016-11-141h 26Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Crooked Kevin and Polaris Pro 4Happy Halloween from the podcast. This week Raf and Kevin go all in on some political humor (almost none really) and Polaris Pro 4. Did you miss Polaris? Go watch it, then come join us for the fun. Listen in.2016-11-011h 05Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Jiu-Jitsu In the Park & Nic GregoriadesThe guys spent a weekend training in cool places. Kevin spent 10 hours with Professor Xande Ribeiro learning what jiu-jitsu greatness looks like. Raf went to the always amazing Jiu-Jitsu in the Park. Then, from Jiu-Jitsu Brotherhood and all around awesome guy Nic Gregoriades joins the podcast. The guys have 50 questions for him, join in on an a really fun interview. Listen.2016-10-171h 43Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap The Danaher Facebook Squad, EBI 8 & a live DJ vs. Garry Tonon viewingRaf and Kevin start the show with a round up of the things you missed in the Grappling call out community this week. A lot of Gordon Ryan call outs with a few bizarre twists. Check out this episode, the guys cover Gordon Ryan vs. Claudio, Keenan out of EBI8, Vinny in EBI8, Gordon vs. Mike Perez, Grappling Industries, and finally a live Garry Tonon vs. DJ Jackson viewing. In an after thought, Raf watched the UFC and will update you about that. Listen in, fun podcast.2016-09-201h 07Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC 203 w/ Mike Stallings & UFC Fight Night GermanyRaf was awake for UFC Fight Night Germany Barnett vs. Arlovski and has all the important details. Then, Mike Stallings from Heel Section stops by to play Over/Under Kevin UFC 203. The crew debates: UFC 205, CM Punk, Overreem vs. Miocic, Ohio as a State, Verdum vs. Browne, Faber, Gall, Andrade vs. Calderwood, and which Magalhaes is that? Listen in, fun podcast.2016-09-051h 30Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC 202 McGregor defeats Diaz & a little Summer SlamThe show opens with some WWE Summer Slam updates, including a special Brock Lesnar ending breakdown. Then, Raf and Kevin dig deep into UFC 202 with the rumors, the fights, the finishes, and the Diaz insight. Listen in, topics include: Brock Lesnar stealing MMA Fans with MMA moves, Rumble Johnson, Johnson vs. D.C., McGregor vs. Diaz, the Decision, Diaz vs. Danis, the Round by Round, the Post Diaz, Weed Pens, Donald Cerrone, and what is Dana on.2016-08-221h 17Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Gordon vs. Keenan and UFC 202 w/ McDojoLife RobThe greatest submission only event no-time limit fight just took place (this from Kevin's recency bias). The guys discuss Gordon Ryan's amazing submission victory over Keenan Cornelius and if you want more head over to RafEsparza.com (Raf wrote about it). Rob Ingram stops by from McDojo Life to play Over/Under Kevin UFC 202 against Kevin. If you know anything about Rob, you'll want to listen in. If you don't.....give it 5 mins.2016-08-151h 20Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Valerie WorthingtonKevin is headed to LA, hear how Raf found out. Valerie Worthington is the guest this week, she wrote a book entitled "How a Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu Road Trip Jump-Started My Search for a Fulfilling Life." She's amazing, the book is remarkable, and you should buy it and listen to this podcast. Listen in, we love you.2016-07-041h 25Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap IBJJF Worlds 16, Ariel Helwani's "Lifetime" ban, & Vernon is backThis podcast gets deep fast in a great direction. First, Raf was at Worlds, Kevin saw the last day, John Evans was commentating, and you've heard enough. Join us for: IBJJF Worlds 16, Ariel Helwani's Lifetime ban, free speech, Rogan's Response, UFC 199 with Vernon Kirk, UFC Comedy, Bisping, Over/Under Kevin, and all the places Raf trained. Join in.2016-06-081h 19Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Over/Under UFC 198 w/ Juan BernardoKevin went to France, Raf went to Fight to Win Pro in San Diego, thats not a joke its just a perfect reflection of their work ethic. From Victory BJJ, Juan Bernardo is coming on to lose to Kevin in Over/Under Kevin UFC 1982016-05-101h 23Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap GSP TV, The Singlet Debate & New York Times MMA Op Ed destructionListen in, Raf and Kevin tackle the following this week: GSP hosting his own Dinosaur Show called The Boneyard with GSP, Wrestling might say goodbye to the Singlet, Miesha Tate vs. Nunes, Zingano vs. Pena, New York Times Op Ed on MMA and why it was AWFUL, Dern winning Fight to Win, Dada 5000 has a cardiac update, Tony Ferguson is out (Bummer), UFC in Croatia, Manny something won retired or won, Metamoris Update, and all the MMA news you can handle.2016-04-111h 07Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap A Trip to Vegas, Jon Jones Theatre, & Polaris Pro 3Raf and Kevin trained in Vegas, its #WWEBJJ Week, and Kevin got threatened by his first Cho-lo. Tune in as the guys discuss the following; #WWEBJJ Week, 10th Planet Vegas, Jon Jones Arrested Theatre, Anderson Silva fighting anyone, Polaris Pro 3, and everything else they can fit into an hour. Tune in, this one is amazing.2016-04-011h 00Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap GSP, Metamoris, & 209'in the Meme GameThis rapid fire fun stars with GSP and ends with Nate Diaz, meaning it can't be bad. Join Raf and Kevin for: GSP, MMA in New York don't care, Metamoris Payment Plans, WSOF Gaethje CRAP, Facebook Fans, WWEBJJ MEME THEIFS, Nate Diaz, Bisping, UFC Australia, Shamrock and Kimbo Drug Failure, Pans, Jiujitsu Times Podcast, and Nate Diaz being disrespected. Ya, the podcast is great.2016-03-1546 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Over/Under Without Kevin (with Eric Jackman and Caleb Johnson)Kev's on vacation, but our commitment to the sanctity of "Over/Under Kevin" was not. Listen in as we preview all of the fights with the very capable Eric Jackman ("The MMA Hour") and BJJ Brown Belt badass Caleb Johnson. Be sure to hit us up @VerbalTapCast and let us know what you think of their picks!2016-01-021h 21Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Turns 3: with Rafael Lovato Jr. and John EvansRaf and Kevin start the show overwhelmingly happy listening to voicemails from their friends. Then, MMA Fighter and BJJ Legend, Rafael Lovato Jr. stops by to talk to the guys about everything. He's insanely cool, and part 1 of our interview with him is simply amazing. Finally, John Evans from BJJ Breakdown is in rare amazing form. Listen in, Raf and Kevin are so excited to be doing a 3 year anniversary show.2015-11-251h 50Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC 192 / NoGi Pans / Jesse J SaxonRaf and Kevin throw out some FloGrappling media advice, then discuss various topics dancing around the MMA world. But let's be honest, you want to know who won Over / Under Kevin UFC 192. Tune in, because Jesse J Saxon from @WBSurvival is back and we have the results. Tune in, this podcast has 80% of the things.2015-10-071h 39Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with T.P. GrantDon't worry everyone, Raf watched Summer Slam. Then, from Bloody Elbow, T.P. Grant swings by the podcast to talk ADCC and play some UFC 191 Over / Under Kevin. Also, some seriously obscure movies were referenced, if you watched any of them in your life, tweet or insta @VerbalTapCast to join in on the fun. Listen in, this podcast has everything.2015-08-251h 37Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Eric Heath and Kiyoshi PerkinsDana White left some pretty incendiary voicemails on Stitch's phone, listen in for the Verbal Tap exclusive airing. From JitsGrips (jitsgrips.com) Eric Heath stops by the podcast. His product is so good its Raf proof. Finally, for Over/Under Kevin UFC 190, Kiyoshi Perkins stops in to get schooled! Listen in.2015-07-311h 55Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap all things UFC 189 w/ Joey Hauss & Cousin MartyWhat a bloody / international / hyped up / great fight! The fans chime in with 3 word reactions to UFC 189 (and its amazing). From The LA Jiujitsu Club Joey Hauss returns to find out who won Over/Under Kevin and has to bash their BJJ hood. Special on the ground correspondent Cousin Marty (also Raf's baby cousin) was in attendance at UFC 189 and shares some fantastic insider stories. Listen in, this podcast has everything.2015-07-131h 19Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap featuring Tom DeBlass & a Yoel Romero ReadingOne conversation with Tom DeBlass and it makes sense why he's created such an amazing jiujitsu culture at Ocean County BJJ. Tom talks to us about his upcoming fight at Submission Series Pro against Joao Assis, his passion for competition, and his crazy history in the fight game.
Join us for Raf's birthday episode- big thanks to Yoel Romero for providing the gift with his post Machida victory speech. Kevin hadn't heard it, so Raf made him read a transcript (you're going to want to tune in).2015-06-301h 16Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Jorge Oliveira & Jiujitsu In The ParkRaf and Kevin talk about absolutely everything that happening between Bellator and the UFC. Including that Shamrock vs. Slice match up. Also, Jorge Oliveiera stops by to talk about LiveNorthSouth.com and just being an awesome fighter. Then, Mike Hofer stops by to talk Jiujitsu in the Park and all the great things they're doing. Listen in, this podcast starts in a way that represents all the guys work together.2015-06-231h 32Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Dr. David Ley and Josh HingerRaf and Kevin open the show talking about UFC 188 and Cain's corner advice! Then, Dr. David Ley swings by to talk BJJ and his views on the impact and potential impacts of jiujitsu. Finally, Josh Hinger from ATOS jiujitsu swings by to talk his upcoming fight at the Submission Series Pro and which ATOS crew member is which New Girl character. Ya....we (Raf) asked.2015-06-161h 30Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap Goes To The 2015 WorldsKevin's in Hawaii and Raf went to the Worlds. We share all of our thoughts on acai jail, Keenan Cornelius, Xande Ribeiro, Carlos Condit, and even talk about Raf's new fascination with Jits Grips. All this and much, much more folks!2015-06-041h 18Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with John Robles & John EvansThats right sports fans, two Johns! Kevin and Raf chat wedding week then immediately get past it because this podcast is loaded. John Robles from Systems Training Center talks MMA, BJJ Training, and is awesome. For Over/Under Kevin UFC 185, BjjBreakdown.com founder John Evans stops in. John became the first repeat for Over/Under Kevin, and joined the 10th timers club in this very special episode. Listen in, cause the guys are taking a podcast break for 1 month after this!2015-03-111h 26Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC 184 prep with Albert MoralesYou know the game, you know the players, but you can't know the seriousness this podcast reaches until you listen! Raf and Kevin are feeling particularly feisty and MMA fighter Albert Morales (from Systems Training Center) only makes things crazier. In the words of Adele, this podcast is "rolling in the deep" of amazingness.2015-02-261h 03Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Joe "the Nose" WilkCombatives Sports Center Founder, MMA Veteran, Jiujitsu Blackbelt, and friend of the podcast Joe "the Nose" Wilk stops by to talk to the guys about VFC Fights in Kansas, his fight coming up in Omaha, and just some good ole fashion MMA for the soul. Before that, Raf talks about interviewing Garry Tonon before his super fight at Gracie Nationals, and Kevin condemns Anderson Silva for using Stallone drugs. Listen in, this podcast is awesome.2015-02-1152 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap all things UFC 183Ruben Avila from BJJ Grappling.com is back on the show in the most controversial ending of Over / Under Kevin in the history of the game! Tune in as Raf pulls a real Belichick. Also, the guys break down the amazing spectacle that was Anderson Silva vs. Nick Diaz. Join in on the fun on twitter/instagram/facebook @VerbalTapCast !2015-02-0459 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap talks UFC 183 with Ruben AvilaThe guys talk UFC Fight Night and look forward to the Anthony "Rumble" Johnson vs. Jon "Bones" Jones fight. Then, Ruben Avila swings by the podcast to get "probably" destroyed in Over/Under Kevin. Finally, Raf reveals why he won't be attending UFC 183, and if you can believe it, its for the benefit of Anderson Silva.2015-01-261h 04Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap watches UFC Fight Night / talks to Adam LampFirst, Kevin and Raf jazz about UFC Fight Night McCregor vs. Siver, and make some "Bold Predictions." Then they talk to Army National Guard BJJ maniac Adam Lamp (Zenith Jiujitsu). Fresh off his recent competition at the Fort Bragg Military Combatives Tournament, Adam tells the guys what his experience was like, and how he trained his dog to help him with guard retention. Finally, the guys come back from watching UFC Fight Night, and check in on how their bold predictions turned out. Listen in.2015-01-1957 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Jim LawsonOn this episode, Jim Lawson (The Warriors Club) joins us to play a game of Over/Under Kevin, as we preview UFC 182. We talk the highly anticipated match up between Jon Jones and Daniel Cormier (maybe even getting a guest appearance from one of those two classy gents on the show). Plus, Jon Thomas of Tap Cancer Out stops in to talk with us about their upcoming San Diego Tournament and how the organization came to be. Also, this episode doubles as Raf's love letter to the movie "John Wick," so download it and let us know what you think...2015-01-011h 17Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap With Mac DanzigAlex Perez is back on the show to talk UFC 180 and find out if he won Over/Under Kevin. Then, The Ultimate Fighter Champion Mac Danzig stops by to answer some questions about the TUF house, mma advising, and everything else Kevin and Raf had stored up to ask him. Listen in, this podcast is amazing.2014-11-191h 48Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap goes to 2014 World Jiu-Jitsu Expo...and long time friend of the podcast Marcus Kowal stops by the podcast to play Over/Under Kevin for UFC 179. Marcus also talks about what its like to have a fighter on the card from his very own Systems Training Center. Raf went to the jiu-jitsu expo, Kevin did not, so thats what the first 20 minutes are about. Listen in, this podcast is great (thanks in large part to Marcus). Don't forget to join in on the fun @VerbalTapCast on all social media.2014-10-221h 25Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Vinny MagalhaesRaf talks about what it was like to cover the second Eddie Bravo Invitational ("EBI 2"), discussing some of the highlights from the big event. Then Titan FC and Metamoris fighter Vinny Magalhães drops in to talk about winning the Titan FC Light Heavyweight championship, his upcoming Metamoris 5 match against Kevin Casey, and answers a plethora of our biggest jiu-jitsu questions (including if he's up for a rematch against Keenan Cornelius). Also, Raf does a Matthew McConaughey impression for 10% of the show for absolutely no reason. Listen in and let us know what you think, folks!2014-10-161h 03Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with White Belt BJJBut first, youtube star (and 10th Planet Bad Ass) Brandon Mccaghren stops by to talk about that time he got called out during class (it was 5 days ago). Then, Todd and Tony from White Belt BJJ swing by to talk comedy and jiujitsu with the guys. Kevin and Raf also discuss some No-Gi worlds results, and whether or not they like Rory McDonald more for winning. Listen in!2014-10-071h 31Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Steven BriggsUFC 178 is coming up and of course, the guys have all the pre-fight coverage you need! Comedian Steven Briggs swings by the podcast to show just how unfunny Kevin really is while playing "Over/Under Kevin." Plus, Raf recaps UFC Fight Night Hunt vs. Nelson, so really this podcast has everything. Listen in.2014-09-2458 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Todd Levin & UFC 177Kevin yells at Raf about iPhone condescension, Raf went to an awesome seminar, and Todd Levin from Yamasaki Academy swings by to play Over/Under Kevin for UFC 179. Listen in, this podcast is hilarious.2014-08-271h 08Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap World Cup & Winners Special EditionAmechi Akpom from BJJ Training Journal is turning his Facebook profile into a Verbal Tap shrine! Thats what happens when your the first person ever (in history) to lose at Over/Under Kevin. Plus, Raf and Kevin draft their all MMA Fighter world cup teams, Raf does the world famous 1 Minute review of 'The Ultimate Fighter,' and then no one talks about what is was like to watch UFC 174. Listen in, this podcast is amazing!2014-06-1751 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Stuart CooperWhen Kevin’s out of town, Raf calls up Verbal Tap favorite John Evans (BJJ Breakdown) to help describe some of the highlights of this year’s IBJJF’s Worlds tournament. Then Raf talks with acclaimed BJJ filmmarker, Stuart Cooper, to talk about his new Indiegogo campaign and get a better look into his creative process. All this, PLUS another installment of the World Famous, “One Minute Review” of “The Ultimate Fighter.” Check it out and let us know what you think, folks!2014-06-071h 34Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap MMA Summer Preview ExtravaganzaCurious whats going on with MMA this summer? Well look no further because Raf and Kevin break down everything coming up in the wild world of Mixed Martial Arts. From UFC to Bellator the guys talk about it all. Also, Raf reviews the The Ultimate Fighter in their first official tournament bout! Listen in if you're a fan of either MMA or Comedy. Also don't forget to follow us on any of the social medias @VerbalTapCast - Thank You for your support!2014-05-0641 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with James D KohThats right, NFL Network's own James Koh stops by the podcast to play Over/Under Kevin for UFC 172! Why is Kevin all in on Tim Boetsch? Why did Raf make us spend 38 minutes (joking) on the first undercard fight? Only one way to find out, hop on and get all the James Koh being super charming you can handle. Raf and Kevin also review the TUF Nations Finale, and UFC on Fox 11 so if you missed or enjoyed those fights, listen in! Don't forget to keep the action going by following us on twitter @VerbalTapCast and subscribing to our youtube...2014-04-211h 40Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Clark GracieMetamoris 3 is right around the corner, Hendo dropped the bomb, and Kevin accusers wrestlers of being injury prone (ut oh). Thankfully Clark Gracie then stops by the podcast to answer questions about Metamoris training, his omoplata celebrity profile, and all things jiujitsu (seriously, Clark is the best). Verbal Tap also celebrates a truly momentous occasion as its own Raf Esparza is officially engaged! She's the best, he's kind of the best, so its all smiles on episode 65!2014-03-261h 17Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with Samir Chantre & Zak MaxwellRaf talks about UFC Fightpass and Saturdays fights, Kevin plays over under Kevin UFC 171 edition with Car-shall, and 2 fighters from a little card called Metamoris 3 call in! Ya, this podcast has everything. Thanks to Samir Chantre, Zak Maxwell, & Marshall and Caris Carper for making this a fun podcast.2014-03-121h 47Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap with James PuopoloWhat a crazy great podcast this is! First, Raf surprises Kevin with John Evans from BJJBreakdwon.com to discuss who won UFC169. Kevin then turns the table on Raf inviting over Amechi Akpom from BJJTraining-Journal.com to talk accountability. It ends with BJJ Superstar James Puopolo talking training and life on the pro circuit. Oh, we also discussed UFC169 and "the stoppage" a lot.2014-02-061h 33Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap UFC 169 Preview w/ John EvansIts a UFC 169 Preview spectacular when John Evans from BJJBreakdown.com stops in to play Over/Under Kevin. Also Raf went to RFA, Kevin loved UFC Fight Night 10, and John Evans is ruining the world (don't worry just Kevin's). Then Mikey Rukus stops in to talk about his upcoming FightMusic tour. Listen in, this one is super tolerable.2014-01-281h 19Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVebal Tap with Chris LebenChris Leben stops by the podcast to talk UFC 168, his fight with Urijah Hall, and about 20 other things Raf and Kevin throw at him!. Raf and Kevin open the show discussing a No Condit UFC FIght Night, Bigfoot vs. Hunt, and their favorite Paul Walker memories. Also this episode has a surprise preview of GSP's press conference that you won't want to miss. Listen in!2013-12-101h 09Verbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 30) UFC 162 Preview Time!Happy 30th episode to all and to all a good UFC 162! Its Christmas in July people- as the guys prepare to send co-host Raf Esparza and occasional field anchor John Evans out to Vegas to celebrate the fan expo and the big fight! Listen in, this one takes some fun turns!2013-07-0354 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 28) James vs. Sonnen and UFC 161This week on Verbal Tap Podcast Kevin bothers Raf with some NBA Spurs vs. Heat Fight theories, Raf introduces Chael Sonnen’s weird comments about Lebron James, and some live updates of the Bellator Fights last night. Including getting to hear Kevin spoiler alert fight outcomes at the expense of Raf’s west coast delay. What else? UFC 161, suggestions for a UFC fan morale booster, and shout outs like crazy. Listen in fight fans!2013-06-2049 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 13) UFC on Fuel / TUF ReviewVerbal Tap returns with more content than ever! Raf's world famous The Ultimate Fighter review, discussion about UFC on Fuel, Days of our Dana, GSP vs. Diaz, Jones vs. Silva, and so much more! You want to be a part of the comedic genius that is the MMA community? Than listen to this podcast! Raf and Kevin have never worked harder for your attention!2013-03-0455 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 10) TUF Review / Fuel 7 EventRaf does his world famous 1 minute review of the Ultimate Fighter, Kevin and Raf lend some Communication Training to Dana White for his ongoing feud with the Couture Family, and the guys predict the next fights winners and losers. Oh ya, and they officially contact Co-Main Event Podcast to declare podcast supremacy once and for all!2013-02-1138 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 8) UFC on Fox 6/UFC 156 PreviewRaf and Kevin review the fights on fox, call out Co-Main Event Podcast, talk about some exciting new twitter developments and Raf does the best 2 minute review of The Ultimate Fighter Show ever done on a semi-live podcast. Listen in, rate it on iTunes, and join us as we love mock the amazing sport of Mixed Martial Arts! Seriously the TUF Review is worth tuning in for.2013-01-2851 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 6) UFC on Fox: Belfort vs. BispingThe Ultimate Fighter Drinking Game? Yes! A suggestion to make Dana White more like Charlie? Yes! Kevin and Raf end their holiday radio silence with a podcast for the record books! We're not saying this is the best MMA podcast we've ever done, but we're not not saying that either! Listen in as we discuss Kevin's health, Raf's coverage of the MMA Awards, a poem to say goodbye to Strikeforce, and all the talk about Ray Elbe's member you can handle!2013-01-1746 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 4) UFC TUF FINALE PREVIEWTune in while Raf and Kevin circle around the fights coming up this weekend and hear opinions about some of the fighters weigh in clothing choices. Raf lays a gauntlet of truth down for Benson Henderson, and Kevin and Raf once again challenge the Diaz brothers to a tag team fight. Please listen to this, like now!2012-12-1437 minVerbal Tap MMA Comedy PodcastVerbal Tap (Ep. 3) UFC on FOX 5 Post-Fight AnalysisRaf and Kevin digest each of the fights, talk about commercials, saunas, and so much more on their way to an interview with Nate Diaz. Diaz challenges Kevin to a fight, Kevin challenges Raf to an advertising campaign, and hilarity ensues along the way to some fun fight news. Listen up!2012-12-101h 03