Forged in Ohio

Cody "The Warrior" Wilson joins host Jake Murren on Episode 86 of Forged in Ohio. Cody's a 3-1 amateur mixed martial artist who is set to compete for his first MMA title at Caged Thunder 28: Fight Night in the Flats. 

In this episode, Cody talks about winning all three of his fights this year inside the distance, taking two fights in one month, how he will win his first MMA championship, and so much more.
 
It's fair to say that Cody's been a breakout star on the Ohio MMA scene in 2024, and we could be looking at this year's amateur fighter of the year if he continues this incredible run. Discover more about Cody "The Warrior" Wilson by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out Cody on social media:
Instagram: @cwilson1202
Facebook: @cody.wilson.374

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Bryan Clark joins host Jake Murren on Episode 85 of Forged in Ohio. Bryan's only the second coach to ever join the show, as he's the owner and head coach of Apex Fight Systems.

In this episode, Bryan talks about how he started coaching MMA, the growing pains of establishing a mixed martial arts gym, what it takes to be a good coach in this sport, and so much more. 

This conversation with Bryan was absolutely fascinating. It was a pleasure to pick the brain of an MMA coach, and you'd be crazy to miss out on the stories that Bryan had to tell in this episode. Discover more about Bryan Clark and Apex Fight Systems by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Bryan's the coach of the following fighters who have joined Forged in Ohio: Jeremy Riley, Branson Price, Roman Parobek, Jack Schaal, Luke Chokan, & Dusty Shaffer.

Check out Bryan/Apex on social media:
Instagram: @apexfightsystems
Facebook: @apexakron
Facebook: @bryanraymonddci
TikTok: @apexfightsystems

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Dusty "The Warrior" Shaffer joins host Jake Murren on Episode 84 of Forged in Ohio. Dusty is a 2-0 professional fighter who is set to fight Abbas Abasov on July 13th for Made Men Promotions.

In this episode, Dusty talks about the challenge ahead of him on July 13th, how he thinks he'll get the job done, his first two pro fights this year, what he's fighting for, and so much more.

Dusty is full of knowledge when it comes to combat sports, and there's a lot on the line in his next fight as one "0" will have to go. Discover more about Dusty "The Warrior" Shaffer by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out Dusty on social media:
Instagram: @dustyjamesmma
Facebook: @d.shaffer1833

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Mark "The Meat Train" Gordon joins host Jake Murren on Episode 83 of Forged in Ohio. Mark is a 1-0 professional fighter who is set to fight AJ Frye on July 13th for Made Men Promotions.

In this episode, Mark talks about his pro debut last February which lasted 14 seconds, his gym Revolution Fight and Fitness, his biggest strength as a heavyweight fighter, his upcoming fight on July 13th, and so much more.

Mark's no stranger to quick finishes, he's the definition of a prizefighter, and he'll look to make another statement when he makes his second walk as a pro fighter on July 13th. Discover more about Mark "The Meat Train" Gordon by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out Mark on social media:
Instagram: @_mark_gordonjr
Facebook: @markgordonjr

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Jack "The Ripper" Schaal joins host Jake Murren on Episode 82 of Forged in Ohio. Jack is a 3-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a first-round leg scissors submission win at Caged Thunder 27.

In this episode, Jack talks about fighting three times in four months to start his career, winning all of his fights in the first round, who he wants to fight next in route to an amateur title, and so much more.

What Jack has done in four months is incredible, and he couldn't look any better in the cage if he wanted to. Now, he's a top prospect to keep an eye on in all of Ohio MMA. Discover more about Jack "The Ripper" Schaal by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out Jack on social media:
Instagram: @j.schaal25
Facebook: @nick.schaal.33

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Charlie "Oneway Manson" Payne joins host Jake Murren for the second time on Episode 81 of Forged in Ohio. Charlie improved to 2-0 in his pro-MMA career following a TKO win at Caged Thunder 27 on June 1st.

In this episode, Charlie talks about what it takes for him to cut down to welterweight, feeling more powerful in his latest win, picking fun walkout songs, who he wants to fight next, and so much more.

Charlie brings his positivity to Forged in Ohio once again, and following a showcase performance at Caged Thunder 27, you won't want to miss what he does next in his career. Discover more about Charlie "Oneway Manson" Payne by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

If you're interested in learning more about Charlie Payne, don't forget to check out Episode 53 of Forged in Ohio as well!

Check out Charlie on social media:
Instagram: @oneway_submitted_em
Facebook: @al.stretch

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Ethan "Hollywood" Shirk joins host Jake Murren on Episode 80 of Forged in Ohio. Ethan is a 2-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off an impressive first-round stoppage win at Ohio Combat League 29.

In this episode, Ethan talks about how his journey in combat sports started, fighting without a team in his amateur debut, talking trash to his opponents while fighting, his next fight booked for OCL 30, and so much more.

Ethan brings some infectious energy and his incredibly entertaining character to Forged in Ohio, and there's no doubt that he's a prospect that all Ohio MMA fans need to keep an eye on. Discover more about Ethan "Hollywood" Shirk by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out Ethan on social media:
Instagram: @ethan_shirk333
YouTube: @ethanshirk
Ethan's Podcast: @TheLivinFastPodcast

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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"Mad" Max Metzgar joins host Jake Murren for the third time on Episode 79 of Forged in Ohio. Max is a 1-0 professional mixed martial artist who made his long-awaited pro debut at Ohio Combat League 29.

In this episode, Max talks about the dominant performance in his pro debut, going through a 15-month layoff, finding something worthwhile to do in life, what's next for him, and so much more.

Max is one of the most talented fighters to ever join Forged in Ohio, and he has all the tools to reach the top of the sport. Also, Max shares some incredible stories and advice about life in this episode that listeners could find very insightful. Discover more about "Mad" Max Metzgar by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

If you're interested in learning more about Max Metzgar, don't forget to check out Episode 11 and Episode 30 of Forged in Ohio as well!

Check out Max on social media:
Instagram: @madmaxmetzgar
Facebook: @max.metzgar

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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JT Isenberg joins host Jake Murren for Episode 78 of Forged in Ohio. JT's a 3-1 amateur mixed martial artist who has an upcoming Bizzaro Promotions Lightweight title fight on August 3rd against Devon Watkins.

In this episode, JT talks about how backyard fighting sparked his interest into MMA, winning three in a row after losing his amateur debut, what fans can expect when he fights for his first amateur title on August 3rd, and more.

JT's a strong prospect in Ohio MMA, and it seems like he has all the tools to make a run after reinventing himself following his debut loss. Discover more about JT Isenberg by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out JT on social media:
Instagram: @flyingknee_jt

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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Clinton "The Courageous" Ewing joins host Jake Murren for Episode 77 of Forged in Ohio. Clinton's a 6-4 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a win against Matt Dugan for the Made Men Promotion's Featherweight Championship. 

In this episode, Clinton talks about winning five of his six amateur fights via submission, finishing his amateur career by winning his first title, inspiring others on his journey, when he wants to make his pro debut, and more. 

Clinton's a specialist when it comes to fighting, and when he joins the pro ranks in the coming months, he'll become one of the brightest prospects in all of Ohio MMA. Discover more about Clinton "The Courageous" Ewing by listening to Forged in Ohio today!

Check out Clinton on social media:
Instagram: @clint_u_know
Facebook: @clinton.ewing.3

Forged in Ohio:
Instagram: @forgedinohio
Facebook: @forgedinohio
YouTube: @forgedinohio

Music on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzar
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