In this episode I talk with Muay Thai standout Frank Wells about his debut fight in MMA that didn’t happen and what his experience was like when it actually did. We talk about the impact covid has had on his career, and what he sees for himself and his future in MMA.

I had the opportunity to have an amazing chat with Josh Thomson about his humbling first fight experience and the life lesson it gave him. We also talk about his transition from fighting to commentary and podcasting as well as his outlook on the future of MMA.

Special episode! In today’s episode I talk with Hunter Homistek to get a perspective on the fight game from an MMA journalist. Hunter has written for such outlets as the Bleacher Report and FloSports and now has his own business offering writing and marketing services in the Pittsburgh area. We talk about how he got into the industry and a bit about the superstar effect Conor McGregor has had on the landscape of MMA and MMA media. Hunter also turns the interview on me asking my perspective of loss as a spouse on the sidelines.

In this episode, legendary coach Jason Strout shares the story of his spur-of-the-moment first fight and the journey fighting has taken him on. We chat about our mutual beginnings in Milwaukee, how he transitioned from fighter to coach and his passion for the life he lives.

In this episode I talk with newly turned pro, Natalie Schlesinger about her first fight, the highs and lows of her career thus far, and the struggle to fight and train during the pandemic.

In this episode I talk with UFC vet, coach, and gym owner, Nick Catone. We talk about his transition from Division I wrestling to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and how a dare led him on that first walk to the cage in Atlantic City. He shares how injuries led to his retirement and how his newfound hobby of stock car racing helps quell his need for the adrenaline of competition.

In this episode, I talk with an old training partner, “Rocky,” who came from a wrestling family. We talk about how a lifetime of wrestling set her up for success once she ventured into MMA. She shares her first fight story and how a promoters idea to market a brother/sister duo is what pulled her into the world of MMA. She talks about what eventually let her away from the sport.

In this episode I talk with American Muay Thai pioneer, Kevin Ross. He shares a bit about his first fight and some insight into his mindset and mentality regarding life and fighting. Kevin had wanted to be a fighter for years before life’s lessons accumulated to the point where he was finally ready to pull the trigger. Fresh off his retirement fight, he shares his thoughts on the “last time” he stepped into the ring and what led him to make the big decision.

In this episode I talk with new face to the PFL women’s lightweight division, Laura Sanchez. We chat about her first fight, how her experience competing at a high level in basketball helped her transition to MMA, and how she overcomes mental obstacles in competition.

In this episode, I talk with UFC household name, Uriah Hall about how being bullied led him to his path in martial arts. We discuss the inevitable ups and downs in the journey of a fighter, how he stays motivated, internet trolls, and the importance of legacy. I enjoyed chatting with a true martial artist, such as Uriah and I’m happy to share some of his story.