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WMMathAmateur Standout Natalaya Speece Plus "Girls, Grappling, and Grit" LaunchesAs the pandemic continues, we bring you some great content.A returning guest, Natalya Speece is currently 4-1 and is looking to turn pro in July. The southern California native has made the trip to New Mexico to train at the legendary Jackson-Winkeljohn gym to hone her stills from some of the best coaches and athletes.Speece was also given a preview copy of "Girls, Grappling, and Grit", which we are launching on demand through this website for $5 on WombatSports.com. After the first 1000 rentals, part of the proceeds will got to WrestleLikeaGirl.org and BeatThe...2020-05-1530 minWMMath2019 Women's Division Statistics in MMA Breakdown with Laura SankoA little bit late, but the 2019 Women's division statistics in MMA has been posted.We breakdown the pro and amateur numbers with InvictaFC commentator and UFC backstage reporter Laura Sanko in what was a pivotal year in the sport.2020-05-011h 10WMMathBantamweight Monica FrancoUndefeated at 135, Monica Franco current calls Hawaii home.We talk to Franco about her life in Hawaii, her not so conventional training camps, and getting her first win in Invicta.2020-04-1429 minWMMathUndefeated Pro Fighter Shamir PeshewaEver wonder what mindset a fighter may have going into and during a match?Shamir Peshewa went in depth with us about how she prepares and adapts in a fight, had her thoughts on open scoring.Plus, she talks about the struggles as she just started a small business in the middle of the current Covid-19 crisis.2020-04-0343 minWMMathAmateur Standout Allysen BreedenIn a growing strawweight division, Allysen Breeden is undefeated as an amateur and is looking to make waves in 2020.We talk to the Vegas trained fighter about fighting out of state and her passion for the sport.2020-03-2823 minWMMathFeatherweight Fighter Jessica BorgaComing off her biggest win in Bellator against Amber Leibrock, Jessica Borga has found momentum and was named Florida's 2019 Fighter of the Year.We talk to Borga about her training and transition to the featherweight division.2020-03-2415 minWMMathNWA Champion and Combate Americas Star Thunder RosaRecently becoming the first Mexican born NWA women's champion, Thunder Rosa has wrestled around the world. On top of that, she transitioned to MMA last year in Combate Americas.We talked to Rosa about her wrestling and MMA training.2020-03-2027 minWMMathBellator Star Denise Kielholtz Plus Phoenix Series Changes, Minimumweight Tournament, and More NewsBellator has a busy weekend and we have Denise Kielholtz on the show talking about her MMA transition from kickboxing and the women's divisions in central Europe.Also results from this past weekend, what is going on this weekend, DEEP-Jewels adds a division, InvictaFC gets two new fighters, and more.2020-02-1922 minWMMathAmateur Standout Alannah Arnett plus InvictaFC 39 Recap/Phoenix Series PreviewWe recap a busy weekend with InvictaFC 39 and the UFC in Houston. We preview with upcoming Phoenix series, and several international fights. Then Tuff-n-uff vet Alannah Arnett talks about her rising career and training in the midwest.2020-02-1328 minWMMathBellator Title Challenger Kate Jackson Plus InvictaFC UpdateWe end the year with a lot of events and news.With her title match approaching, we talked to Kate Jackson about her fight in Hawaii at Bellator, the growth of British women in MMA, weight cutting, and her preps.Also some InvictaFC updates going into 2020.Plus we go over cards heading the New Years.2019-12-1022 minWMMathLeslie Smith, Invicta Weigh-in’s Plus Your QuestionsBusy few weeks in the women’s divisions.We get an interview with Leslie Smith who is facing Arlene Blenclowe at Bellator next week. We talk about the new additions to the Bellator featherweight division, her training partners, and her continued learning about her fight for labor equality.Invicta weigh-ins shake up the card, plus I answer questions about the featherweight division and Invicta’s Phoenix Series tournaments.2019-11-0132 minWMMathInvicta's Serena DeJesusInvicta is ready to wrap up its year next week and we went to Syndicate MMA to catch up with Serena DeJesus as she prepares for her promotional debut. We talked about finally being signed, getting ready for a bigger stage, and the support she is giving to the Autism community. We also dig into some news with the UFC, Bellator, ONE, and DEEP-JEWELS.2019-10-2419 minWMMathAmateur Standout Natalya Speece Plus PFL and Tuff-n-uff RecapAfter an eventful weekend in Vegas, the PFL finals are set and Tuff-n-uff showcased some new stars. We will go over what happen when we were live for the events and who will be a part of the 2020 PFL tournament. An all female amateur card is set for Sunday in San Diego and we get an opportunity to talk to Jackson Winkeljohn product Natalya Speece about her background and her sacrifices to pursue her career.Plus a quick UFC recap.2019-10-1736 minWMMathChelsea Rae Plus InvictaFC 38 Card Released; PFL and Tuff-n-uff coverage and UFC NewsIn what will be a busy week between PFL, Tuff-n-uff, UFC, One Championship, Rizin, and Combates; we give you the fights to watch. We will be live at the PFL playoffs and Tuff-n-uff and our guest Chelsea Rae helps us break them down as she prepares for her own fight at Tuff-n-uff Saturday. She will also be coaching some of the Wimp 2 Warrior participants in their first MMA bouts. Invicta was this past weekend and we go through the results and give you the line-up for the next card.Plus a lot of news.2019-10-0938 minWMMathShino VanHoose and Linda MihalecWe talk InvictaFC 37 with two atomweights working their way up the ranks.Linda "F109" Mihalec is a Kentucky based fighter with several teammates who are Invicta vets. We talk to Mihalec about her preps and how she got into fighting.Shino VanHoose is coming off a year layoff and is looking forward to returning to action. Recently moved to las Vegas, we talk to VanHoose in studio about her fruitful career, and her thoughts on the future of the 105 division.We also get into some news including Invicta and Combate America's newest signings and...2019-09-191h 00WMMathJustine Kish in Studio and Jessica EyeOur first studio show started with two superb guests.Making headlines as of late, Justin Kish was in studio to talk about her challenge to Paige VanZandt, training at the UFC's Performance Institute, and improvements to her game. Jessica Eye talks about the misperception of her KO loss in her last fight, her next fight, and living here in Vegas.Plus amateur standout Chelsea Rae is our co-host, as we discuss a lot of Invicta news and the atomweight division.Plus fan questions.2019-09-131h 07WMMathHeading to Artemis, Combates Big Weekend, & MoreWe’re catching you up on a busy weekend. “Girls, Grappling, and Grit” premieres at the Artemis Film Festival in Santa Monica Sunday. We will talk about Combate, who has their Reinas card Friday; where Nicco Montano has been and when we expect her return; Bellator and their new signing; UFC in Fort Lauderdale; and an update on the Invicta Phoenix Rising tournament and when their next event is2019-04-2517 minWMMathFamiliar Faces in New Gyms, February Results, Strongest Division, & MoreIt was a loaded last week of February as we discussed results from Invicta, Bellator, UFC, and Combate. Plus some familiar faces go to new gyms, an active spring in the UFC, Combate signing three new athletes, and I answer the question “ what female division is the strongest long-term?”2019-02-2453 minWMMathInvicta 34, Bellator, and UFC PHX PreviewsWe have a loaded weekend with three days worth of action. Pro fighter Serena De Jesus and MarQ break down Invicta 34, three fights at Bellator, and four fights Sunday at UFC Phoenix. Plus Serena’s teammate Roxanne Modafferi gets a fight in Russia, why fans need to read and watch old female division fights, plus MarQ let you in on two fights you need to look out for.2019-02-151h 12WMMathAmateur Fighter Chelsea RaeHaving trained around the country and for the first time internationally, Chelsea Rae is looking to make an impression as she steps into the Tuff-n-uff cage February 22 in Las Vegas, and live on BeinSports. We talked to Rae about her training camp and making one of her goals come true.2019-02-1221 minWMMathBellator's Amber LeibrockOne of the top featherweights in the world, Amber Leibrock is looking to recover from her first loss in Bellator and gain a chance at a title shot with a win over Amanda Bell.Leinbrock talks to us about her camp, refocusing after her loss, and working with her fiance as both prep for fights.2019-02-0815 minWMMathBellator MMA's Amanda BellOne of the top featherweights in the world, Amanda Bell is looking to get a title shot with a win over Amber Leibrock February 16th live on the Paramount Network.After a turbulent year, Bell tells us about recovering from her last loss and coming back to the cage, and her love of wrestling.2019-02-0713 min
WMMathBellator MMA's Julia BuddSince her loss to Ronda Rousey, Julia Budd has been on a tear winning her past six fights. Since her signing to Bellator, the #3 ranked featherweight has lined herself up for a possible title fight.Budd's next test is against Australian Arlene Belncowe, a world champion boxer at Bellator 162 in Memphis, Tennessee Octber 21 which will stream on Bellator.com.Serena "Southpaw" DeJesus joins us as a co-host as we discuss Budd's weight cutting methods, the state of the featherweight division, and her quest to become a Bellator champion.2016-10-0927 minWMMathFlyweight Contender Heather BassettTwo female pro title bouts are set for King of the Cage's Natural Instinct card in Lac du Flambeau, WI July 30th.One of Minnesota's best fighters Heather Bassett will look for her first world title as she takes on Nicco Montano for the vacant belt in the main event of the card.Aspiring fighter Chelsea Rae will be our co-hosting as we will talk to Bassett about preparing for the biggest match of her career.2016-06-1237 min
WMMathMMA Fighter Jenny Silverio with Special Guest host Chelsea RaeCurrently at 4-1 as a pro, Jenny Silverio has been heating up the atomweight division.She will be looking for a 5th when she takes on atomweight star and wrestler Kyra Batara on Combates America April 25th in Los Angeles. We will tak to her about the bout and her idea on the division.Fighter Chelsea Rae will be helping us co-host the podcast. A talented ainger-songwriter, she has been training across the country with a lot of up and coming talent.2016-04-1038 min
WMMathWMMA Press 2015 Award for Fight of the YearIt was tough for the WMMA Press Committee to decide between 9 fights to what was the 2015 Fight of the Year was. With so many great bouts, it took several votes to wind it down to one.The winner of the bout will join us to accept her award. We will also announce the winner of the other 3 unannounced awards including Fighter of the Year.2016-02-0226 min
WMMathWMMA Press 2015 Award for Fight of the YearIt was tough for the WMMA Press Committee to decide what was the 2015 Fight of the Year was. With so many great bouts, it took several votes to wind it down to one.The winner of the bout will join us to accept her award.2016-02-0223 minWMMathWMMA Press 2015 Inspirational Fighters of the Year PresentationFor the WMMA Press Committee, it was hard to pick just one Inspiratinal Fighter of the Year. Both earned the honor for different reasons.One is a dedicated law enforcement officer who was on the frnt lines of one of the biggest riots in the country's history. Only weeks after it had settled, she went on to fight at Invcita. She not only keeps the street safe, but offers help to animals and people alike.The other has had the greaest cmeback in female fighting history. Opening her career at 1-11, she went on to go...2016-01-1822 min
WMMathWMMA Press Award for Sponsor and Amateur of the YearEach year, the WMMA Press committee, made up of six journalists that cover the female divisions in MMA, pick their favorites of the year.We will be giving away two awards on the show. The first is Sponsor of the Year, which honors the business that helps support the female athletes throughut the year.The second is Amateur of the Year. This award is dedicated to the fighter who shined brightest in the ammy ranks and could be the future of the sport in the coming years.Both recipients will be live on the...2016-01-1627 min
WMMathDr. Alex Channon - "Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports"Part 2Many recent books have taken a personal and historical prospective on females taking up combat sports. A book just published takes a look at the expansion through a scientific and scholastic view.Dr. Alex Channon along with his colleague Dr. Christopher R. Matthews has complied research and have published "Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports: Women Warriors around the World". The book looks into why women are starting to be accepted in these sports, and the hurdles they are facing as the sports grow globally. Channon is a Doctor of Sports Sociology from the University o...2015-09-1632 minWMMathDr. Alex Channon - "Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports"Part 1Many recent books have taken a personal and historical prospective on females taking up combat sports. A book just published takes a look at the expansion through a scientific and scholastic view.Dr. Alex Channon along with his colleague Dr. Christopher R. Matthews has complied research and have published "Global Perspectives on Women in Combat Sports: Women Warriors around the World". The book looks into why women are starting to be accepted in these sports, and the hurdles they are facing as the sports grow globally. Channon is a Doctor of Sports Sociology from the University o...2015-09-1323 min
WMMathInvictaFC Lightweight Felicia SpencerFighting out of sunny Florida, Felicia Spencer won the inaugural Tuff-n-uff lightweight tournament. The tournament title came with a contract to Invicta. At 5-1 as an amateur, Spencer has finished in three of her fights.Spencer faces fellow Invicta debutant Rach Wiley on Invicta’s 14th card September 12 in Kansas City, which will stream live on UFC Fight Pass.We will talk to Spencer about her tournament win and getting prepared for what will be her toughest fight of her career.2015-09-0129 min
WMMathInvictaFc lightweight Felicia SpencerFight out of sunny Florida, Felicia Spencer won the inaugural Tuff-n-uff lightweight tournament. The tournament tile came with a contract to Invicta. At 5-1 as an amateur, Spencer has finished in three of her fights.Spencer faces fellow Invicta debutant Rach Wiley on Invicta’s 14th card September 12 in Kansas City, which will stream live on UFC Fight Pass.We will talk to Spencer about her tournament win and getting prepared for what will be her toughest fight of her career.2015-08-3017 min
WMMathBoxing Champion Maureen SheaIt's been a decade since women's boxing hit a ppv inside a ring. Mosley Productions has stepped up with a solid title match for their August 29th. We will talk to one of the best in the world, Maureen Shea, who looks to add the IBF World super bantamweight championship to her mantle. Shea (24-2) won her past 10 bouts, with half of her wins by TKO or KO. The current IBA super bantamweight champ helped Hillary Swank train for the movie “Million Dollar Baby” and was featured in the documentary “Fight Like a Girl”.2015-08-2342 min
WMMathStrawweight Jianna DenizardHaving a solid 6-3 amateur record, Texas's Jianna Denizard has decided it was time to turn pro.Before she takes on her first pro MMA fight, she will hit the boxing ring in September.Denizard is an accomplished striker with a 4-0 Muay Thai record and is an up ande coming prospect in one of the deepest divisions in MMA.We will talk to Denizard about turning pro and her successful amateur career. 2015-08-1529 min
WMMathAmateur MMA Fighter Ireland MoranIreland Moran already has three MMA fights under her belt and has won two at the age of 17. Her latest fight say her win at Fusion Foght League in Montana, which showed her maturity in the cage and talented striking.We will talk to Moran about her career so far and her aspirations for the future2015-08-0932 min
WMMathCharmaine Tweet Talks Grappling Superfight; New Movie RoleEven though she isn't on the upcoming InvictaFC card in Vegas, Charmaine Tweet is staying busy.June 27th she will have a grappling superfight with fellow Canadian Amanda Kavik at the Slyvio Behring class in Winnepeg; and will take part in the Grapplers' Quest event during International Fight week.Tweet will also test her acting chops in the upcoming movie "Four Months Until Fight Day".We will talk to Tweet about her busy summer and the flood of featherweights coming into Invicta.2015-06-2133 min
WMMathMatthew Kaplowitz Talks "Girl Fight: A Muay Thai Story" DocumentryThe world of Muay Thai has opened up to female competitiors worldwide and in some places are more popular than MMA.Prairie Rugilo, who has been a guest on this show, is someone looking to make her mark with a revolutionary gym "The Girl Fight". The all female gym helps develop talent, like DeAna, to feed their hunger for compeition. Matthew Kaplowitz, the editor and cheif of FightNerd.com, has started an Indie go-go campaign to get help document their story.We will talk to Kaplowitz about the documentry and growth of women's muay tha2015-06-1441 min
WMMathBoxing champ Diana PrazakMultiple time world champion and current WBC champion Diana Prazak is one of the pioneers in modern women's boxing.The Australian has racked up 13 wins in her career, having won 13 straight after her pro debut.She will enter a new arena with Big Knockout Boxing this week as she takes on Layla McCarter in the "Pit" which is unenclosed with no ropes or cage.We will talk to Prazak aboiut her career, taking on a new chgallenge, and the idea of fighters having to go before commisions over the age of 35.2015-03-3030 min
WMMathKickboxer and Commentator Iman Barlow Part 2England's Iman Barlow is one of the legends in the art of the eight limbs.Having trained since she was 2 and having her first fight in Thailand at age 8, Barlow is a second generation Muay Thai fighter who has literally lived the sport. The early training has led her to multiple world titles and wins against some of the top fighters on the planet.We continue our interview with Barlow about how Thailand has changed with the popularity of Muay Thai expaning to the Western World, her taking up Judo, and the future of the sport.2015-03-1724 min
WMMathKickboxing champion and Commentator Iman Barlow Part 1England's Iman Barlow is one of the legends in the art of the eight limbs.Having trained since she was 2 and having her first fight in Thailand at age 8, Barlow is a second generation Muay Thai fighter who has literally lived the sport. The early training has led her to multiple world titles and wins against some of the top fighters on the planet.Barlow also commentates for the Enfusion promotion, which holds female bouts on a regular basis.We will talk to Barlow about her long career as a fighter and the future...2015-03-1527 min
WMMathInternational Women's Day with WMMA Jam's Vanessa and Sabrina BorquezIt's Internatrional Women's Day - a day we recgonize women who have broke barriers in gender equality and celebrate those who are making strides to break glass ceilings.Out guests will be Vanessa and Sabrina Borquez, who are the hosts of WMMA Jam Live and a contributer to Fresh Start Entertainment. We will be disucssing current topics in MMA and other combat sports and how they are carving out her own path in the world of MMA press.2015-03-0840 min
WMMathVeteran MMA Fighter Jan FinneyA ten year vet of MMA, Jan Finney has faced a who's who of the sport.Having gone on a four fight win streak, she soon took up fights with Cyborg Justino, Liz Carmouche, and Holly Holm before taking an extended break from the sport. She returns to the cage to take on Valentina Shevchenko at Legacy this Froday on AXS TV.We will catch up with Finney to talk about her return to MMA, and some war stories.2015-02-2230 min
WMMathJill Morley from "Fight Like a Girl"Documentry filmmaker Jill Morley documented her journey into boxing and tells stories of the many female pugilists she encounters along the way in the award winning documentry "Fight Like a Girl". Morley’s story of abuse and depression is the main focus of the movie, which proves fighting is not only a physical game but a mental one as well. Each fighter including Morely must not only fight opponents and fatigue; they also must overcome doubt, heartbreak, and past traumas.Among them, a boxer looking to snap a losing streak (Kim Tomes), one on the rise in the...2015-02-1542 min
WMMathLynn Le of Society Nine Fight GearLynn Le is hoping to spark a revolution in women's combat sports.Her new fight gear line, Society Nine, is taking a new approach in developing training gear for female fighters. With many companies not comforming to the female form, Le has took it upon herself to design gloves, rashguards, and other products to help these athletes perform at their best, but be comforatbale as well. She also looks to bring in looks that are both stylish but not over done as many other companies try to do.We will talk to Le about h...2015-02-0834 min
WMMathWMMA Press Awards Part 2WMMA Press Awards 2014 continue as we give out "Sponsor of the Year" and we will reveal the "Mighty Mia Hayes Inspirational Fighter Award".2015-01-1835 min
WMMathWMMA Press Awards 2014 Part 1The WMMA Press Awards 2014 has already had a great start and we will continue to give out awards this weekend.This time we will be giving away the "Flyweight iof the Year" awards, plus announce the "Headline of the Year" and Promotion of the Year" Awards.2015-01-1728 min
WMMathWMMA Press Awards Amateur of the year 2014 PresentationThe 2014 WMMA Press Awards is the longest running awards of it's type to recognize the women's MMA divisions.The comittee is made up of seven reporters that are experts in the WMMA community who cover the sport not only nationally but internationally. We have the honor of awarding this year's Amateur of the Year Award to Amada Lino, the first international fighter to win this honor. The South African went 6-0 in 2014 and won the first ever IMMAF featherweight tournament.Lino has talked to us from South Africa to accept the award.2015-01-1215 min
WMMathWMMA Press Legacy Award PresentationThe WMMA Press awards is the longest running awards for the women's division of MMA.A honor that is given on a deserving basis is the "Legacy Award" an honor that goes to an individiual who has helped shape and pioneer women's MMA. This year we will give that honor to Barry Meyer (posthumously) through his brother Jeff, who both helped run Tuff-n-uff MMA helping develop amateur mixed martial arts and develop stars such as Ronda Rousey.We will also talk to Jeff about the finals of the InvictaFC contract tournament and the outlook for the...2015-01-0431 min
WMMathWMMA Press Award Nominee SpecialFor the 6th year, the WMMA Press Awards is the longest running awards dedicaded to the female MMA divisions.Eight different websites dedicated to covering the sport on four different continents are a part of the voting comittee to decide 15 different awards.We will be joined by committee member and Asian WMMA expert Charlie Jewett of the CJ Report to help announce and break down the nominees.2014-12-3139 min
WMMathWMMA Year End Review with Jessica PhilippusIn what was an epic and record breaking year in women's MMA, we have corwned new champions and created new stars.We will take a look at the year that was with Jess Philippus plus we will talk about the year ahead, including Philippus's return to cage.2014-12-1442 min
WMMathInvictaFc's Marion ReneauMarion Reneau was set to face Irene Aldana at InvictaFC 10 but Aldana had to pull out due to bronchitis. Their loss is our gain.The 4-1 fighter will be on our show to talk about her career, signing to Invicta, and will help us with a post event recap.2014-12-0733 min
WMMathInvictaFC's Peggy MorganAfter an unsuccessful run at bantamweight, Peggy Morgan is looking to get back into her groove at 145 as she takes on Andrea Warwo.We will talk to Morgan about preparing to get back in the win column.2014-11-3029 min
WMMathInvictaFC's Tonya EvingerEight year MMA vet Tonya Evinger has seen a renaissance in her career, gaining a huge win over Ediane Gomes at InvictaFC 8 this past September.Riding a five fight win streak, she is well on her way to being the next contender for the InvictaFC bantamweight title. Standing in her way is Cindy Dandois, who will try to stop the momentum of tyhe serging Evinger.We will talk to Evinger about her training camp in Houston, and preparing for a fight in her adpoted hometown.2014-11-2330 min
WMMathPro Fighter Rachael SmithAfter a very successful amateur career, Rachael Smith is looking for her first win as a professional as she will take on Kathina Catron at Beatdown MMA in North Dakota.We will talk to Smith about preparing for the fight and training in the growing WMMA scene in Michigan.2014-11-1630 min
WMMathAmateur Standout Roma PawelekAfter a solid amateur career, Roma Pawelek is ready to turn pro.The BJJ expert has gone 5-1 and has won titles in multiple states with all her wins by finishes. She will make her pro debut against Ashleigh Heustis at Beatdown in North Dakota.We will talk to Pawelek about taking the next step in her fighting, and how she has changed as a fighter.2014-11-0930 min
WMMathTuff-n-uff competitor Florina MoellerWith a 3-1 record, Florina Moeller is looking to jump start her career as she takes on Brieta Carpenter at Tuff-n-uff this coming weekend.A four year veteran, she trains out of Kansas City with veteran Sarah Schneider and Mollie Estes. We will talk to Moeller about her promising career in fighting and preparing for the match.2014-11-0230 min
WMMathAmateur MMA Standout Leah LetsonTraining in MMA while serving as a National Guard Airwoman, Leah Letson is looking to take her game to the next level as she will make her pro MMA debut November 22 at King of the Cage.Currently undefeated at 4-0 fighter will look to take the bantamweight division by storm.We will talk to Letson about balancing school, training, and her duties and her preps for upcoming bout.2014-10-2628 min
WMMathTuff-n-uff Tournament competitor Jessica RicherA champion in BJJ, Long Island native Jessica Richer went bi-costal and is now training at the up and coming San Diego Sports Academy home of UFC fighter Liz Carmouche.A four year vet of the sport, sheis ready to take her career to the next level as she takes part in the Tuff-n-uff lightwieght tournament. The winner gets a contract with Invicta.We will talk to Richer about her training for her upcoming semi-final fight against Janie Konyek and expanding her game.2014-10-1929 min
WMMathMulti-sport Fighter Amber LeibrockHaving some MMA experience under her belt, Amber Leibrock is going to test her striking skills in the next few months.The Bay Area fighter will first boxing match November 8 and then prepare for her first Muay Thai bout December 12.We will talk to Leibrock about expanding her striking skills and her plans to conquer all three sports.2014-10-1230 min
WMMathBellator Fighter Holly LawsonComing from a boxing background, Canadian Holly Lawson is looking for her first pro MMA win as she takes on Jozette Cotton at Bellator October 17.We will talk to Lawson about her move to L.A., the tranistion to MMA, and having such a major match in her debut.2014-10-0529 min
WMMathPro Fighter Andrea LeeOne of the hottest prospects in MMA, Andrea Lee doesn't know the words "slow down". If she isn't in the cage, she is preparing to fight kickboxing or a BJJ tounrament. Lee is coming off a 10 second pro debut and went 9-2 as an amateur. She will make her InvictaFC debut in Nov.We will talk to Lee about her motivation to keep active and her prospects in the coming year.2014-09-2837 min
WMMathPro Fighter Natalie RoyCurrently 2-0 as a pro, Natalie Roy will look for two more as she talkes on Nohime Dennison at Triple A MMA and then faces Angelica Chavez three weeks later at Legacy.With back to back finishes under two minutes, we will talk to Roy about her prospects and goals and training for back to back fights.2014-09-2131 min
WMMathPro Fighter Rachel SazoffLooking for her firdt pro win, four year vet of the sport Rachel Sazoff will face Allison Haynes in Pesnnslyvania next weekend.We will talk to Sazoff about ehr career and what she is doing to gain a much needed win.2014-09-1430 min
WMMathUndefeated fighter Maegan GoodwinOne of the brightest talents out of Oklahoma, Maegan Goodwin has submitted her opponents in three of her wins. We will talk to the Sooner about her prospects and training the the last third of the year.2014-09-0229 min
WMMathPro MMA Fighter Brigitte Narcise ReturnsGrappliung ace Brigitte Narcise is back and preparing to take on Katlyn Chookagian at the World Series of Fighting September 13 on NBC Sports Net. The co-owner of K Dojo is looking for her first pro win, losing a decision in her last fight. We will talk to Narcise about making her way the WSOF cage and recovering and learning after a loss.2014-08-3135 min
WMMathXFC International's Rachael CumminsA training partner of TUF 20' Jessica Penne and Kailin Curran, Rachael Cummins is looking to make some history of her own as she will take part of the XFC flyweight tournament featuring 5 different countries.Coming off back to back armbar wins, we will talk to Cummins about training for her opening round match and fighting for the first time in Brazil.2014-08-2432 min
WMMathMuay Thai Fighter Sylvie Von Duuglas-Ittu Part 2In our continuation with Muay Thai fighter Sylvie Von Duuglas-Ittu, we will discuss the fight for equality in fighting, why she started blogging about her exploits on the popular 8Limbs.us website, her moving to different training camps, and trying to raise funds to rwach her goal of 100 fights in Thailand.2014-08-1835 minWMMathMuay Thai Fighter Sylvie Von Duuglas-Ittu Part 1An American ex-patriot currently residing in Thailand, Muay Thai fighter Sylvie Von Duuglas-Ittu has been training the past fews years in the "Art of the 8 Limbs". An avid blogger, Duuglas-Ittu runs the popular 8Limbs.us website chonicling lving and training in the country.In part one of our interview, we discuss Sylvie recent win at the Queen's Cup, why she started Muay Thai and moved to Thailand, and training with MMA Fighter Cat Zingano2014-08-1730 min
WMMathFlyweight standout Calie CutlerHaving only lost once in her MMA career, Calie Cutler made an impressive pro debut, getting the submission over Brittany Dugas this past May. Cutler will fight for WXC in her home state of Michigan against pro boxer turned MMA fighter Lindsay Garbatt.We will talk to Cutler about preparing for the foght and her recent signing to the XFC.2014-08-1230 min
WMMathPro Fighter Sarah McLeodHaving a fighter carer for the past four years, Sarah McLeod won her pro debut this past May with a rear naked choke over Shawnee Anderson. McLeod looks to conitnue her winning ways in a match with Heather Denny in Denver.We will talk to McLeod about training for the fight and her achievements inside and outside the cage.2014-08-1030 min
WMMathPro Featherweight Amanda BellA vet of InvictaFC, Amanda Bell is looking for the biggest win of her career as she takes on Marina Shafir in Inglewood, CA Aug. 10. The BJJ specialist has a win over Shafir's teammate Jessamyn Duke.We will talk to Bell about preparing for the fight and her recent victory over Britney Elkin.2014-08-0340 min
WMMathPro Fighter Kate McGrayA long time fighter in Muay Thai and MMA, Kate McGray is ready to make her long awaited pro debut against Maria Rios at National Fight Alliance's event in California.We will talk to McGray about training with Muay Thai legend Roxy Richardson and her decision to turn pro after all this time.2014-07-2730 min
WMMathPro Fighter Hadley GriffithA staple of the Pacific Northwest scene for five years, Hadley Griffith is looking to get her second pro win as she faces Emily Corso at CageSports in Washington.With a vast striking background, Hadley is looking for her biggest win to date.We will talk to Griffith about the fight, her training, and growing in MMA.2014-07-1329 min
WMMathInvictaFC Featherweight Charmaine TweetFeatherweight star Charmaine Tweet is hoping to be busy come this fall.With a possible boxing match in August and her campiagning to get back in the InvictaFC cage, Tweet is gearing up by training with as many fighters as possible. The group known as "Eve-volution" has formed with several making the trip to Regina, Canada to gain support not only to Tweet but each other.We will talk to Tweet about training and her expectations the second half of the year.2014-07-0639 min
WMMathUFC Fighter Sarah MorasHaving been a star on TUF 18, Sarah Moras is ready to make her long awaited UFC debut against Alexis Dufresne. Moras made it to the semi-finals of the show and looking to turn heads in her debut.We will talk to Moras about training for the octagon, her experiences on the show, and getting back into the MMA mindset.2014-06-2926 min
WMMathMuay Thai Fighter & Journalist Rosy HaywardRosy Hayward is an accomplished muay thai fighter, having won several belts in her native England. Besides the fact she fights, she also covers the sport, having started the Female Muay Thai group on Facebook, which has become thee source for news in the sport. Hayward got the 2013 Award for best Media Source for Female Muay Thai.We will talk to Hayward about the future of women's kickbxoing, the global expansion of the sport, and her upcoming fight.2014-06-2236 min
WMMathPro Fighter Brigitte NarciseA grappling champion in the Northeast, Brigitte Narcise is looking to take her success to the pro ranks as she takes on Kaline Medeiros at CES in Lincoln, RI.The owner of K Dojo recently got a win over Sarah Payant and will hope to make a statementin the strawweight division.We will talk to Narcise about preparing the her pro debut and helping run a gym and a fight team.2014-06-1537 min
WMMathInvictaFC/UFC Fight Pass RoundtableWith the announcement of InvictaFC coming to UFC Fight Pass, it has come with mixed feelings and a lot of questions. We will be talking to WMMA matchmaker Sam Wilson and Sangre Management's Juan Lanza on the postivies and negatoves of the deal, and what this means for the furture of WMMA.2014-06-0844 min
WMMathAustralian Boxer and MMA Fighter Tammy TaylorAfter a solid amateur career as a boxer, Australia's Tammy Taylor decided to turn pro in boxing a few years ago. Now hungry for more action and advancing her game, Taylor will be making her MMA debut against Zoie Shreweis at Vaolor MMA in Tasmania.We will talk to Taylor about making the transition from boxing to MMA and her preparations for the fight.2014-06-0815 min
WMMathAuthor and Boxing Expert Malissa SmithOur go to expert in the realm of boxing, reporter Malissa Smith has come out with a new book "A History of Women's Boxing". The book chronicles the rise of the sport and the hurdles women have had to get over to get the sport on the Olympic level.We will talk to Smith about her book and the current ground swell of female boxing over the past few weeks.2014-06-0138 minWMMathVeteran Fighter Sarah SchneiderNever one to walk away from a challenge, Sarah Schneider is looking to gain a win over a young and hungry Amber Stautzenberger at Beatdown 11 in North Dakota June 7.We will talk to Schneider about her experiences trying out the TUF 20, training at the world famous CSA, and rejuvinating her career.2014-05-2528 min
WMMathICF 13 Recap with Shawnee Merrell NapoliAfter what as an exciting set of fights Friday night at Intense Championship Fighting 13, we will be joined by Shawnee Merrell Napoli to recap the card which included InvictaFC vets Cassie Robb and Liz McCarthy and the pro debuts of Emily Corso and Ariel Beck.2014-05-1834 min
WMMathICF fighter Liz McCarthyAfter waiting for the past year for a fight, Oregon's Liz McCarthy is looking to make an impact in the atomweight division with a win over Cassie Robb at Intense Championship Fighting in Montana May 16.The InvictaFC vet wants to shake off some cage rust and show off her new skills.We will talk to McCarthy about training in Vegas for the fight and her hopes for 2014.2014-05-1129 min
WMMathBoxer Turned MMA Fighter Ana JulatonAfter success in boxing, former champion Ana Jualton wants to be a two sports athlete.Julaton will make her MMA debut as she will face Aya Saeid Saber at OneFC May 2 in the Phillipines.Having studied martial arts since a young age, Julaton is looking to impress in her debut in the cage.We will talk to Julaton about the reson she decided to get into MMA and the challenges she has to overcome.2014-04-2030 min
WMMathPro Atomweight Cassie RobbLooking to work her way up the atomweight ladder, Cassie Robb will be battling Liz McCarthy at Intense Cage Fighting's first ever all female card May 9th. We will talk to Robb about the opprotunity to face McCarthy, her new training ground, and other changes she has made in the past year.2014-04-1329 min
WMMathAmateur Fighter Carissa MerrillAfter winning in her MMA debut, Carissa Merrill is looking for her second win April 19th at Steel Fist Fight Night in Farmington, UT.We will tak to the Utah native about her next forray into the cage and her livfe as a fight and mother.2014-04-0631 min
WMMathAmateur Fighter Andy NguyenWith over four years worth of MMA under her belt, South Carolina's Andy Nguyen has been through her share of wars. That experience has prompted XFC to sign the flyweight to a contract. We will talk to Nguyen about her new signing plus her upcoming match with Ashley Hancock at XFE 40.2014-03-3030 min
WMMathMuay Thai fighter Prairie RugiloOne of the founders of "Team Girl Fight", Muay Thai fighter Prairie Rugilo holds a 7-2-1 record in the art of the 8 limbs. Having been Inducted into the New Jersey Martial Arts Hall of Fame, Rugilo is still making waves inside and outside the ring, encouraging many females to take up Muay Thai.We will talk to Rugilo about her upcoming bout on Friday Night Fights in New York and her work to help females in mauy thai get exposure.2014-03-2330 min
WMMathPro fighter Melanie LacroixAfter a six year absence from the sport, Melanie Lacroix is getting back in the cage at BAMMA USA March 8th. She will take on Brooksie Bayard in her return to the cage.We will talk to Lacroix about preparing to return to MMA, being a mom, and shaking off cage rust.2014-03-1630 min
WMMathPro fighter Pearl GonzalezThe current XFC flyweight champion, Pearl Gonzalez has come from being one of the top pankration fighters in the USA to being a rising star at 125.Having moved from Chicago to San Diego, Gonzalez now trains with the San Diego Combat Academy with UFC fighter Liz Carmouche.We will talk to Gonzalez about her successful 2013 and her upcomign fight with Kelly Warren at XFO March 21.2014-03-0933 min
WMMathBluegrass MMA & Pro WMMA Now Host Gina BegleyOutside of the cage, Gina Begley is one of the more repestced WMMA journalists around. A writer for Bluegrass MMA and host of the ProWMMANow podcast, she is an expert on the Kentucky and Ohio MMA scenes as well as WMMA in the region.We will talk to Begley about some of the big issues in WMMA inclduing Ronda's title run, Cyborg to 135, and the future of Invicta.2014-03-0236 min
WMMathPro Fighter Rachael Cummins2-1 as a pro, Rachael Cummins is looking for her third straight as she takes on Tyra Parker at BAMMA USA March 28th.We will talk to Cummins about working her way up the ladder and training for the her first fight of 2014.2014-02-2335 min
WMMathPro Bantamweight Elizabeth PhillipsWashington based fighter Elizabeth Phillips went 2-0 in 2013, and is hoping to continue that streak when she faces Rachael Swatez at Conquest of the Cage March 1.We will talk to Phillips about taking on some of the best bantamweights in the world and working her way up the ladder.2014-02-1635 min
WMMathAmateur Strawweight Nicole ErtzbergerFrom a new hotbed of MMA in North Carolina, Nicole Hunt Ertzberger is in her second year as a MMA fighter. With a record of 2-1, she is looking for a solid win over Amy Bybee.We will talk to Ertzberger about training on the east coast, her prospects this year, and how she is looking to take on a wide open 115 division.2014-02-0929 min
WMMathAmateur Flyweight Andrea LeeBased out of Lousianna, Andrea Lee is strting to make waves at 125 in the amateur ranks.The BJJ specialist and local boxing champ is riding a three fight win streak and will look for her 4th as she takes on Alyssa Vasquez at GFA in Alexandria, LA Feb. 8.We will talk to Lee about what will be a busy couple of months, being a mom, and her apsirations in 2014.2014-02-0232 min
WMMathBJJ World Champion Turned MMA Fighter Miriam CardosoHaving trained in BJJ since age 15, Miriam Cardoso only took 3 months to win her first national title in Brazil. The black belt has won 4 world titles and has made her home in Redmond, WA.Cardoso will try her hand at MMA when she takes on Katie Howard in what will be Cardoso's pro debut.We will talk to Cordoso about making the transition to MMA and helping train the next gernation of BJJ champions.2014-01-2631 min
WMMathUndefeated Fighter Randa Markos ThomasUndefeated as a pro, Randa Markos-Thomas is one of the rising stars in the strawweight division. Thomas is looking for her 4th win as she takes on fellow undefeated fighter Justine Kish at RFA's card in Los Angeles, CA.We will talk to Thomas about preparing for the fight, her beginnings as a fighter, and the possability of her trying out for "The Ultimate Fighter 20".2014-01-1928 min
WMMathMMA Vet Jennifer TateStarting he MMA career in 2006 and one of the cast of the reality show "Fight Girls", Jennifer Tate went 6-1 in MMA until she decided to take some time off in 2010 to start a family. In 2012, she took a trip to Thailand to train Muay Thai and decided to take up some boxing matches in 2013.In 2014 she is looking to come back to MMA.We will talk to Tate about her return to the cage and how her fights in training in 2013 is helping her improve her game.2014-01-1230 min
WMMathWMMA Press Inspirational Fighter and Legacy Award WinnersWe will be giving away several of the WMMA Press Awards over the next weeks with our sister podcasts on ProWMMANow and Promotiong Real Women. Today we are honoring those who have helped and motivated the women's divisions. We will be handing out our annual Mia Hayes Memorial Inspirational Fighter of the Year to a fighter who inspires others to obtain goals, and the Legacy Award, which we hand out to spotlight an individual who has given to the women's divisions helping it make an impact and grow.2014-01-0440 min