Xander “El Zombie” Ramirez 🧟 is coming off a big win and proving why he’s one of the names to watch for on the amateur scene. With a relentless style and serious aspirations of fighting in the UFC one day, Xander isn’t just talking about the dream — he’s working for it.We talk about:• His recent win and what it meant to him• The mindset of a young fighter chasing greatness• His long-term goals and path to the UFC• What separates him from other up-and-comersThis is what Amateur Hour is all about — catching fighters early before the world knows their name.Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk.See you next round.

In this episode of In the Corner, I sit down with former NFL star and entrepreneur Shawne Merriman.We talk about his journey from the NFL to building Lights Out MMA, what made him fall in love with combat sports, and what it’s really like stepping into the promoter role after being an athlete his whole life.Shawne opens up about: • Why he chose MMA after football • What he looks for when signing fighters • The biggest challenges of running a promotion • How his mindset has changed from player to owner • What he wants Lights Out MMA to become long-termThis is In The Corner, and you know what it is!Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk. 🎙️🥊

In this episode of In The Corner, we’re kicking off the very first Amateur Hour segment with rising prospect Chasen Stephen.Chasen opens up about:🥊 His journey into combat sports🔥 What pushed him to start fighting💭 His goals, dreams, and where he sees himself going⏳ The grind of being an amateur and chasing the next levelThis new segment means alot to me. It’s all about giving upcoming fighters a platform to share their stories before the world knows their name. As well as giving them that practice of talking to a camera, or a reporter. It may be new, they may be young - but nothing changes. You know what it is!Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk. We’ve got more fighter interviews, more fight talk, and more exclusive behind-the-scenes content!Make sure to like, comment, and subscribe so you never miss a round! 🥊🎙️

Today’s episode marks a new chapter for In The Corner - I am joined by my girl & new Co-Host, Lia Dorchinez. And what better way to kick off a new era than having UFC’s Youssef Zalal as our first guest? Not only is he one bad man! Being ranked #7 in the world, he is also hilarious and brings such fun energy to the corner. We talk about his incredible journey back to the top of the division - dive into his early UFC run, getting released from the promotion, rebuilding himself as a fighter, and earning his way back into the UFC stronger than ever. Youssef shares insight on the current featherweight landscape, his thoughts on UFC 324, the Paramount era of the UFC, and even the buzz around Zuffa Boxing.We also break down potential matchups in the top five, what it’ll take to reach the title, and his mindset as he continues his climb toward UFC gold.An absolute honor choppin’ it up with Youseff, nothin but good vibes & great stories! Make sure y’all stay locked in. This is In The Corner with Destiny & Lia, and you know what it is!Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk. We’ll see you next round! 🥊🎙️#YoussefZalal #UFC #MMAPodcast #MMA #UFCFeatherweight #MMANews #MMATalk #CombatSports #Featherweight #InTheCorner #Lockedin #Thefightgame

Nico Ali Walsh In The Corner!What an honor it was having my good friend & legend of a fighter In The Corner with me. Carrying one of the most legendary last names in sports histor, Nico shares how he embraces his family legacy with pride while staying focused on becoming his own man and his own fighter. We talk about his journey into boxing, fighting through injury, and the lessons he’s learned along the way.We talk about faith & how it grounds him, the importance of giving back through boxing, and why mentorship and service play a major role in who he is outside the ring.Listen, Like, Subscribe! Show some love. This is In The Corner with Destiny McCubbin, and you know what it is!Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk.We’ll see you next round !🥊#podcast #boxing #boxeo #champion #lengend #legacy #nicoali #muhammadali #inthecorner #thefightgame #familyties

What an honor it was to have a literal living legend In The Corner with me!

If you’re in the fight game, you know Nick Blomgren. AKA One Kick Nick, AKA Master Nick! 🥊💥We're talking fighting - OF COURSE. This man has seen and lived through every era. Owning the longest-standing Muay Thai Facility in Las Vegas, the fight capital of the world. But that isn’t all, Nick has stories for days!

From the music industry and the crazy experiences that brought him, to his early days of promoting fights and how that changed over the years, to what it is now. This episode hits every single angle & I love it. I know you will, too.

In this episode, I sit down with Brian Smith of Triumph Cigars to talk business, money, and what it really takes to build something from the ground up. We get into the story behind Triumph Cigars, The Fighters behind each individual, unique cigar, & the mindset it takes to succeed in business. We also get into the lessons Brian has learned navigating entrepreneurship, finances, and long-term growth.This isn’t just about cigars—it’s about betting on yourself, building a brand with purpose, and understanding the moves that separate hustling from sustainable success. Brian shares real insight on money, discipline, and why patience and consistency matter just as much as ambition.Whether you’re an entrepreneur, a creative, or someone chasing the next level, this conversation delivers real gems you can apply to your own journey.Check out Triumph Cigars on IG! ​@triumph_cigars 🔥 Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk.We’ll see you next round.

Andrew Tackett joins me In The Corner to talk all things UFC BJJ 4. From his wild rise to the top to the work behind the scenes that fans never see — we’re getting into how champions are made. We also dive into Texas roots, brotherhood, fight IQ, and why his next performance will be the biggest one of his career. Let’s goooo! 🔥

#AndrewTackett #UFCBJJ #UFCBJJ4 #JiuJitsu #BJJ #Grappling #NoGi #CombatSports #FightLife #SubmissionGrappling #UFC #MMA #TexasJiuJitsu #WelterweightChampion #InTheCorner #FightTalk #ChampionshipMindset #RoadToVictory #TackettBrothers #AthleteMindset #UFC #TheFightGame

I’ve got Lia Dorchinez In The Corner with me so we can get into UFC 323, our predictions for tonight’s card, and the move to Paramount+ and all the controversy that goes into those matchups for UFC 324 and UFC 325.Make sure you like & subscribe so you never miss a round!

In The Corner, Choppin’ it up with “The Jamaican Sensation” Ode’ Osbourne! 🇯🇲🔥Ode & I go way back, so this episode was special. We talk about his journey moving to Vegas — chasing big dreams and fighting through every obstacle to make it to the UFC.We get into:• How he worked his way up to the UFC• Why he packed up and moved to Vegas to level up• The tough lessons the fight game has taught him• His new business — Triumph Cigars (these are dope btw 😎)• Training with the one and only Dewey Cooper• What’s next for him in and out of the cageOde’ has such a powerful story, and I love the energy he brings everywhere he goes. This episode is real, motivating, and so much fun. 🎙️🔥Make sure you Like & Subscribe! You know what it is,Real fighters. Real stories. Real talk. See you next round. 🥊🎙️#JamaicanSensation #OdeOsbourne #UFC #TriumphCigars #VegasFighters #FightLife #InTheCornerWithDestinyMcCubbin