In a landmark episode of Critical Condition Sports, we host our very first in-person sit-down interview with PFL Middleweight World Champion Costello van Steenis!

The Champ pulls back the curtain on his journey to the top, breaking down what it really takes to reach the peak of combat sports. We dive deep into his career-defining moments, his mindset, and where he goes from here.

Inside this episode:

• The Title Call: What it felt like to get the call for a World Championship fight.

• Gold Around the Waist: The raw emotion and reality of winning the PFL world title.

• Family in the Fight Game: What it’s like sharing a fight card with his brother.

• Rivalries & Rankings: Costello’s honest thoughts and breakdown on Johnny Eblen.

• Words to Live By: The favorite quote and mindset that drives his success.

Whether you're a hardcore fight fan or just love hearing from high-level athletes, you don't want to miss this sit-down.

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The wait is officially over, and we are resuming our interview series with the absolute biggest guest yet! Kicking off our brand-new season is a man who is literally flying all over the world, commanding the microphone at the biggest sporting events on the planet: the "Next Generation" voice of the ring, Kody "Big Mo" Mommaerts!

From Dubai to London’s O2 Arena, all the way to Madison Square Garden, Big Mo has become the ultimate global presenter. He was the historic voice behind Netflix’s record-breaking Jake Paul vs. Mike Tyson mega-fight, and in this episode, he sits down with us to share his insane story of "speedrunning" his way to the absolute top of the industry.

If you want to learn how to overcome your insecurities, turn your unique traits into a business superpower, and command the energy of a packed stadium, this masterclass is for you.

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UFC Pioneer, Marine Veteran, and 2025 PFL World Champion Liz Carmouche sits down with Critical Condition Sports to reflect on her legendary career. From the front lines in Iraq to making history in the first-ever women’s UFC fight, Liz opens up about the grit required to stay at the top for over 15 years.In this exclusive interview, we dive deep into:The Military Shift: Why she chose a career in combat sports after serving in the US Marines.The "Controversy": Liz gives a detailed breakdown of her first major world title win and the stoppage that set the MMA world on fire.PFL Gold: What it meant to capture the PFL World Title and solidify her legacy.The Future: Does she believe a super-fight with the undefeated Dakota Ditcheva is inevitable?CONNECT WITH US:Follow Liz Carmouche:🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamgirlrilla/Subscribe to Critical Condition Sports Talk:🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/criticalconditionsports/👉 YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1A-vszg6xoN6EFmDQgGEEw#LizCarmouche #MMA #PFL #UFC #DakotaDitcheva #WomensMMA #USMC #MarineVeteran #Bellator #CriticalConditionSports #GirlRilla #MMAHistory

In this episode of Critical Condition Sports, I sit down with Fury Fighting Championship standout Hector Saenz for a raw look at the reality of professional mixed martial arts.

Hector has spent his career grinding in one of the toughest regional scenes in the world, and today, he opens up about what it’s actually like to navigate the "Savage" culture of elite training. We dive deep into his mindset as a champion, the physical toll of the cage, and the truth behind the pursuit of that life-changing UFC call.

In this episode, we discuss:

• The Origins: How Hector started his journey and what keeps the fire burning.

• The UFC Dream: The reality of the phone call every fighter is waiting for.

• The Next Chapter: What’s on the horizon for the Fury FC star.

  Whether you're a die-hard MMA fan or just love a story about the relentless pursuit of a goal, this conversation with Hector Saenz is a must-listen.

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We are officially BACK for a brand new season of weekly interviews! To kick things off, I’m sitting down with one of the most versatile names in combat sports: Ben “The Bane” Davis.

Ben has built a career by refusing to stay in one lane. Known as the voice of Misfits Boxing and Karate Combat, Ben has spent the last year proving he’s just as comfortable inside the ring as he is on the headset. In this episode, we talk about what drives a commentator to transition into one of the world's most dangerous sports and how he manages a schedule that never seems to slow down.

In this episode, we discuss:

• More Than a Commentator: Ben explains why he isn't content just calling the action and why he continues to test himself in exhibition boxing, grappling, and professional fighting.

• The BKFC Experience: A deep dive into Ben’s "scariest fight"—stepping into the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship ring. He breaks down the raw reality of fighting without gloves and the fear that comes with it.

• MTV's The Challenge: Ben talks about his time on the show and the overall environment of competing on The Challenge 41: Vets & New Threats.

  The comeback starts now. Hit play and join the conversation!

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Fox Sports Radio's Rob Parker joins the show for a fun, lively, and engaging discussion on the biggest stories in the NBA and NFL!

• Shedeur's Upcoming Debut: The guys debate the massive pressure on Cleveland Browns QB Shedeur Sanders as he prepares for his first career NFL start this weekend! What do we need to see from Deion's son for him to be the Browns' future?

• The Luka Fallout: We revisit the shocking Mavericks-Lakers Luka Doncic trade. Your host gets Rob's expert thoughts and analysis on whether this was one of the worst NBA trades of the decade, and how it impacted both franchises.

• QB Draft Disasters: Looking back at last year's rookie quarterback class, which team is in the worst situation with their young signal-caller moving forward?

• College QBs & NFL Projection: The guys dive deep into the world of quarterback evaluation, discussing how the hype wasn't real for many top prospects this year and why the NFL media constantly over-evaluates college talent.

Tune in for great discussions and expert analysis with the one and only Rob Parker!

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Today I am joined by none other than Carolina Teague! Carolina is absolutely crushing it as a top tier journalist in the sports world and it was a pleasure to speak with her about The NBA and NFL worlds.

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Today I am joined by 10-0 pro fighter Dakota Ditcheva! Dakota is one of MMA's brightest stars and is coming off a huge 2023 year that saw her win the inaugural 2023 PFL Europe Flyweight Championship. This year Dakota will aim to claim the inaugural PFL Flyweight Championship in the US! Enjoy the interview.

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Today I am joined by B.R.E. Podcast host Breanna Eckert. Bre joined me today to talk about the MASSIVE card we have in UFC 299! Enjoy this fun breakdown.

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Today I am joined by sports journalist Rob Parker. Rob has over 20 years in the sports industry and currently co-hosts "The Odd Couple" weekdays on Fox Sports Radio!

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