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On this episode, the boys chat with rising Canadian star Brad Katona as he preps for his first fight since winning the Ultimate Fighter. Plus, he dishes on just what makes Coach John Kavanagh so special.

Then, in honor of MMA's historic first trade, we came up with 5 trades (okay it was 6) that would be beneficial to all parties. We have some Bellator, PFL and even some Rizin in there.

Finally, we take a look at the odds for some of UFC 230's biggest fights. "Gumby" lets you know one underdog he's seeing some real value on.

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Brad Katona Interview: A Canadian in Ireland

13:30 - Around MMA: Trades and More Khabib Rumors

28:45 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Potential MMA Trades

41:45 - UFC 230 Breakdown: Underdog in the Co-Main

44:30 - Pete Barrett Interview: Coming to FloCombat!

Well, we couldn't squeeze all of our content into just one episode this week. So, we're back at it with a second episode. While we have no combat countdown, we do have UFC Moncton's Chris Fishgold chatting about his debut and grappling. Enjoy!

Finally, the UFC lull is over and we're breaking down all of the action from Moncton. In addition to our preview, we're talking with Te Edwards. He dishes on things we don't know about his legendary coach, John Crouch. Plus he let's us know why he loves to throw hands so much.

Then, since we're heading to Canada for this card, we're looking at the Canadians who are most likely to get the UFC strap next. There's only been 2 ever; who will be the next?

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Te Edwards Interview: A Wrestler with Hands

9:30 - UFC News: What's next for Conor

20:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Next Canadian UFC Champions

30:00 - UFC Moncton Preview: 205ers on Display

We roll out this episode by chatting with the youngest light heavyweight in the top 10, Dominick Reyes. We chat about the prestige of the 205lbs division and what he wants to do next.

Plus, we're counting down the top 5 fights we have left in this calendar year. There are some bangers in there and we didn't have room for them all. See which ones made the cut!

All this, plus we take a look around the MMA world with our news roundup, and we discuss jiu jitsu with hot black belt prospect Levi Jones-Leary.

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Dominick Reyes Interview; Who's Next?

11:00 - MMA News Roundup; Bye, Bye, Eddie

24:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Fights Left in 2018

38:00 - Levi Jones-Leary Interview; Next Big Black Belt?

On this week's show, we start by sitting down with Scott Holtzman, fresh off his big win. He breaks down his future and where he wants to go to next.

Then we give you all the news roundup you can handle this week. What does Dave think about Khabib? What does Gumby think about Cormier vs Lewis? They'll dish on it all.

And we close this week out with a Combat Countdown. There are a lot of complaints in the work of MMA these days. The Top Turtle crew wants to bring the good vibes and let you know it's all gonna be okay. Don't miss this one unless you want to stay angry.

TIME CODES:

1:00 - Scott Holtzman Interview: Who's Next?

12:00 - News Roundup: Conor Deserve a Rematch?

19:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Complaints of a UFC Fan

For the most loaded week in MMA, we have the most loaded show we’ve had all year.

To start, we’re breaking down the UFC 229 headliner in a couple of ways. Not only are “Gumby” and Dave bickering about who’ll take home the strap, but we’re also outsourcing our analytical work. “The Motown Phenom” takes us through what he thinks are the strengths of each fighter and what could go wrong. It’s a can’t miss break down.

Then we go around MMA to talk about what is going on in the UFC. From “Suga” Sean O’Malley’s positive test to the UFC 230 headliner than has everybody talking (and not in a good way), we’re discussing it all.

We follow up our Combat Countdown from last week, where we talked about the most Khabib like fighters in the UFC, with one about the next Conors. Who is brash enough and hits hard enough to make a statement in their division?

Plus, we wrap up this week’s show by checking out the odds for this weekend’s card, and talking to former UFC middleweight and current KSW contender Scott Askham.

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Kevin Lee Interview: Conor vs Khabib Breakdown

18:00 - MMA News Roundup and Combat Countdown: Top 5 Next Conors

44:00 - UFC 229 Breakdown: Multiple Dogs to Play

47:15 - Scott Askham Interview: KSW 45 and Title Aspirations

On this episode, we chat with "Hurricane" Shane Burgos about overcoming a loss. Plus, he talks about the joys of fighting at home and what he has in store for Kurt Holobaugh.

Then, to get ready for the biggest fight of the century, our Combat Countdown is Conor and Khabib themed. This week, we look at 5 fighters who resemble Khabib's style the most. Each one might be a champion in the making.

All this and a rundown of all things MMA news.

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Shane Burgos Interview: Home Cooking

11:00 - MMA News Roundup: Eddie Alvarez on the way to Asia?

25:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Next Khabibs

On this week’s episode we’re talking with “Suga” Sean O’Malley, and not just about his fight. He opens up about his new career that involves more button smashing than face smashing. Plus, he’ll dish on what Reebok has cooking up for him in the near future.

Then we take to our Combat Countdown. In honor of the recent passing of the great Kid Yamamoto, we count down out top 5 favorite pioneers of MMA, who don’t get the credit they deserve. Yamamoto will for sure be on the list, but you’ll have to tune in to see who joins him.

Then we close the show by giving the quick breakdown of the snake-bit UFC Sao Paulo card. The main event may have changed, but the violence in still there.

Time Stamps:

1:00 - Sean O’Malley Interview: Video Games and Tee Shirts

15:30 - UFC Russia Review: Lackluster Future Title Challengers

18:30 - Our New Sponsor: BALL WASH

21:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Underrated MMA Pioneers

27:30 - UFC Sao Paulo Breakdown: Newcomer vs Former Champ?

On this week's episode, it's all about Suarez. We have the top strawweight on to talk about her recent victory. Plus, she breaks down how she feels she'd do against Jessica Andrade and Rose Namajunas. Plus, she stakes her claim as the best wrestler her division has ever seen.

Then we continue the grapple-fest with our Combat Countdown. This week, we're looking at the best female grapplers in MMA history. Our guest might just make an appearance on the list too.

Then we take a peek at UFC Russia. And while we can't talk about Tatiana in that breakdown, there are some fun heavyweight fights on that card.

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Tatiana Suarez Interview: Best Wrestler Ever?

13:00 - UFC 228 Discussion: Why the Hate on Woodley

19:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Female UFC Grapplers

30:00 - UFC Russia Breakdown: Welcome Back, Krylov

On this week's episode we talk to Bryan Barberena fresh off of his UFC Lincoln victory. He talks about what that win means to his career. Plus, he gives us all the details on his new living and training situation with his family in Tennessee.

Then we count down the top 5 rivalries in MMA history. Is the one that got your heart pumping on our list?

And we close it off with a UFC 228 breakdown --- a 2 title fight card that seemingly came out of nowhere. Is there any chance either champ loses their belt?

TIME STAMPS:

1:00 - Bryan Barberena Interview; Country Livin'

10:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 MMA Rivalries

23:00 - UFC 228 Breakdown: Champs Set to Retain?