Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast

Former Canon-Mac wrestling standout Dalton Macri didn't fight at Brawl in the Burgh 9 –– and the reasoning's strange. We break it down and reveal our 2022 schedule on the latest episode of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast.

On the ninth episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, the crew breaks down its upcoming show, Brawl in the Burgh 9, and makes a special announcement. This one is BIG.

On the eighth episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with undefeated No. 6-ranked Bellator heavyweight Steve Mowry. 

Mowry grew up in Butler, Pa., and competed/trained locally before moving to South Florida ahead of his professional MMA debut in 2016. Now 9-0 with five straight finishes inside the Bellator MMA cage, Mowry looks to take the next step in his career. Now training alongside some of the sport's best at Sanford MMA, Mowry shares his unique experiences and outlook on the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast.

On the seventh episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with retired featherweight Mark Chercio. Cherico was one of Pittsburgh's most entertaining and skilled fighters for years, going 20-2 in his combined amateur/pro career from 2008 to 2017. 

Throughout the podcast, Cherico broke down his decision to retire, his experience on the local Pittsburgh scene, his letdown on Dana White's Contender Series, and much more. Buckle up and enjoy "The Pride of Bloomfield" at his best.

On the sixth episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with undefeated (6-0) welterweight Jason Cardillo. Cardillo retired abruptly in 2013 after a stellar three-year run as a pro, leaving many to wonder "Where did he go?!" Hunter wondered the same, so he sat down with Cardillo for an eye-opening chat.

Isaac Greeley dishes on coaching life, MMA lifestyle 

On the fifth episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with legendary local coach and gym owner Isaac Greeley. They dig into Greeley’s transition from standout collegiate wrestler to owner/instructor at the Mat Factory Wrestling Club and much, much more. Enjoy the show.

Ethan Goss Reveals Singular Goal in MMA Career … and Shows Off Pet Raccoon 

On the fourth episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with longtime local legend Ethan Goss. They dig into their shared central-PA roots and discuss Middleswarth potato chips, pet raccoons, and much more. Enjoy the show.

Cody Law’s INCREDIBLE Mental Growth … Plus Whiskey and Guitar 

On the third episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with red-hot undefeated Bellator prospect Cody Law. An NCAA National Champion wrestler, Law burst onto the MMA scene and quickly found himself under the national spotlight at Bellator. 

The transition wasn’t quite as smooth as Law made it look, though. Throughout the podcast, Law describes his “anti-clutch” gene and details the work he’s put in at The Mat Factory and American Top Team to get to where he is –– and where he’s going.

Chris Dempsey Explains Incredible Influence of Carlton Haselrig, Discusses Return to MMA

On the second episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with former UFC/Bellator middleweight Chris Dempsey. Fighting out of the esteemed Mat Factory Wrestling Club, Dempsey recently took a hiatus from the sport of MMA –– but he’s back and ready to throw down Aug. 21 at Flood City Fight Night in Johnstown, Pa.

Dempsey explains why he’s returning to the sport after a four-year layoff and why this particular fight means so much to him. Spoiler alert: Legendary Pennsylvania athlete Cartlon Haselright has a whole lot to do with it. You don’t want to miss this episode.

Adam Milstead Praises Local MMA, Talks Injuries, Grind to the Top

 On the inaugural episode of 247 Fighting Championships’ Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, host Hunter Homistek speaks with former UFC heavyweight/light heavyweight Adam Milstead. A veteran of the Pittsburgh MMA scene, Milstead breaks down his rise to the big show –– and all the bumps and bruises that came with it.

Milstead also discusses exactly what makes local MMA so special and makes his pick for the best trash talker in Pittsburgh MMA history.