Tedd Williams MMA & Gladiator Challenge 

Tedd Williams is a UFC veteran, grappling pioneer a national AAU Sambo champion, Gene LeBell black belt, and 7-1 pro fighter and one of the longest tenured promoters in the country. 
 Tedd Williams shares stories from the sport's raw early days: training with Bas Rutten, his UFC 24 main-event elbow KO over Steve Judson, co-founding King of the Cage, launching Gladiator Challenge, and building the regional scene that helped launch fighters like Urijah Faber and Charles Bennett.
A deep dive into MMA's Wild West era straight from one of its true architects. 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:50 interview start 
1:40 learning Sambo early on 
3:36 training with Gene LeBell 
5:15 training with John Perretti 
6:37 interactions with John Lewis 
7:28 starting friendship with Oleg Taktarov
8:29 using sambo to become a better wrestler 
9:26 starting Victorville Jets program 
11:33 Universal above ground fighting 
14:10 Antonio McKee vs John Smith 
15:27 Antonio McKee gun story 
17:15 owning half of KOTC at the beginning 
21:09 meeting Terry Trebilcock
22:39 using same venue for KOTC and Gladiator Challenge 
25:24 hosting Gladiator Challenge in Colorado 
26:41 Tedd Williams vs Robert Burnell 
28:06 Empire fighting 
29:10 Bas Rutten invitational 
30:14 training Bas Rutten 
33:00 Tedd Williams vs Joseph Marquez 
34:46 Tedd Williams vs Travis Fulton
37:30 experience with Jamie Levine 
38:29 Tedd Williams vs Joe Campanella 
40:25 Holiday Fight Party 
47:20 Phillip Miller split from the UFC
50:45 Phillip Miller vs James Zikic 
52:07 Lee Murray and Tito Ortiz street fight 
54:26 letter to get into ADCC 2000
56:46 training with Rowdy Roddy Piper
57:44 Tedd Williams vs Steve Judson 
1:02:08 false UFC fighter resumes 
1:03:13 Tedd Williams fight camp exposed 
1:05:17 cancelled bout with Andre Roberts
1:06:27 friendship with Cal Worsham 
1:09:37 dealing with Dan Severn 
1:10:30 cross training bjj and wrestling 
1:11:02 KOTC purchased by EliteXC 
1:19:43 Tedd Williams vs Bill Parker 
1:21:39 dealings with Bob Shamrock 
1:23:01 Tony Galindo 
1:23:41 Ken Shamrock backstage fight with Mark Hall 
1:24:15 attending regional shows 
1:25:25 pushing Tito Ortiz out of cage 
1:30:05 KOTC Wet ‘N’ Wild 
1:34:43 selling Gladiator challenge video library 
1:37:16 KOTC losing money 
1:38:07 experience with Charles Bennett 
1:41:58 Charles Bennett changing name to Felony 
1:43:03 sued by Terry Trebilcock
1:46:43 Gladiator Challenge, KOTC buyouts 
1:50:27 relationship with Chris Cordero 
1:52:36 Experience with Rafiel Torre 
1:55:49 Gerald Strebendt 
1:56:34 interview wrap up 
1:59:55 outro/ closing thoughts

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  MMA Docu Series

Dive into the incredible story of Marco Ruas, the barefoot Brazilian who stepped into the UFC octagon before the sport even had a name. Often called the forgotten pioneer, Ruas arrived at UFC 7 in 1995 with a revolutionary well-rounded game—blending Muay Thai devastation, judo throws, jiu-jitsu mastery, and luta livre grappling—that shattered the era of pure specialists. Watch as he dismantles opponents like Larry Cureton with early heel hooks, outstrikes Remco Pardoel, and methodically chops down the massive Paul Varelans with those legendary low kicks that echoed through the arena.

We explore his gritty Rio origins, training under legends like Oswaldo Alves and Luis Alves, his vale tudo roots, the rivalry with the Gracies that never fully materialized, his dominant UFC 7 tournament win that proved versatility was the future, later battles against names like Oleg Taktarov and Maurice Smith, and the heartbreaking what-if matchup with Don Frye that fans still debate. Beyond the cage, Ruas's lasting impact shines through as a coach—he mentored Pedro Rizzo, whose devastating leg kicks carried Ruas's influence forward to shape fighters like Jose Aldo.
If you're into MMA history, early UFC pioneers, or the evolution from vale tudo to modern mixed martial arts, this mini documentary uncovers why Ruas was truly ahead of his time—the first complete fighter who forced the sport to evolve.

Hit play now and discover the man who mastered MMA before it even existed. If you love deep dives into MMA's roots, subscribe to the channel for more untold stories from the early days of the UFC and beyond—new episodes drop regularly!

00:00 - Introduction
00:10 - Marco Ruas: The Forgotten Father of Modern MMA
01:53 - Marco Ruas as a Neighborhood Legend
02:21 - Early Life & Martial Arts Training in Rio
03:39 - Public Challenge to the Gracie Family
04:48 - Birth of Ruas Vale Tudo
05:38 - The Devastating Power of Ruas’ Leg Kicks
05:56 - UFC 7: One-Night Heavyweight Tournament Debut
06:38 - Quarterfinal vs Larry Cureton (Heel Hook)
07:12 - Semifinal vs Remco Pardoel (Striking & Grappling)
07:42 - Final vs Paul Varelans (Leg Kick Masterclass)
08:36 - Aftermath: How Ruas Changed the Game
09:24 - Later Career Fights & Transition Out of UFC
10:00 - Mentorship, Pedro Rizzo & Jose Aldo
11:43 - Brutal Training Stories & Seminar Pain
11:56 - Legacy & Reflection
12:06 - The Fight That Never Happened vs Don Frye

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Paul Buentello BEFORE the UFC 

50 Fight Club Member Paul Buentello started his journey fighting for Steve Nelson in the very tough and rugged Amarillo Texas MMA scene. 

Buentello dives into what it was like fighting absolute legends in Evan Tanner, Gan McGee and Bobby Hoffman prior to getting his opportunity within the UFC. 

This is a feel good story featuring a guy that is hard not to like 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:52 interview start 
1:00 reffing fights 
4:38 training taekwondo early on 
5:48 training partner Cedric Marks 
7:38 Ultimate Athlete 2 riot 
9:36 guarding the pain inc booth 
14:11 stiffed on payment for Kerry Schall fight
19:22 USWF 8 man tournament 
24:56 Paul Buentello vs Dan Severn 
28:43 competing in tough man contest 
33:57 Lenard Garcia coming out of USWF 
34:33 Paul Buentello vs Larry Parker 
39:00 training with Sven Bean 
40:36 Paul Buentello vs Todd Broadaway
42:40 Heath Herring current life 
44:49 getting mistaken for Babalu 
47:08 losing to a WWE wrestler 
48:44 Paul Buentello vs Jimmy Westfall
51:50 forcing hands into smaller MMA gloves 
53:36 Paul Buentello vs Bobby Hoffman 
55:18 UFC current crowd compared to previous 
57:58 self managing early career 
59:09 driving 27 hours to IFC event with daughter 
1:02:39 Paul Buentello vs Rocky Batastini
1:04:08 Paul Buentello vs Gan McGee 
1:05:29 Paul Buentello vs Rico Rodriguez Wet & Wild
1:10:39 leaving to California to Train MMA 
1:12:38 training with Cain Velazquez 
1:13:25 Cameron Earle story 
1:17:54 Paul Buentello vs Roger Neff 
1:19:57 Paul Buentello vs Mike Kyle 
1:23:48 KOTC contract 
1:25:20 journey to get to the UFC
1:27:13 training for Gary Marshall
1:30:49 experience with Bob Cook 
1:31:45 thoughts on Frank Shamrock 
1:34:18 meeting Andy Anderson 
1:39:48 training partners at AKA 
1:42:22 cancelled bout with Forrest Griffin 
1:42:57 Bobby Hoffman protected KOTC 
1:45:29 Paul Buentello vs Andy Montana 
1:46:21 Paul Buentello vs Lloyd Marshbanks 
1:48:59 mentally not prepared for first UFC fight
1:50:32 getting into the UFC 
1:52:27 relationship with Joe Silva 
1:53:05 refusing to use PEDs 
1:54:35 traveling the world to fight 
1:57:01 paying dues to fight 
1:58:58 Bob Cook gym stories 
2:03:07 interview wrap up 
2:06:37 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 316 EliteXC Internal Chaos & CBS - Jared Shaw 

Jared Shaw joins the MMA History Podcast, delivering the 3rd episode of our multi episode  Elite XC series.

Shaw breaks down the CBS primetime peak numbers (6.51 million viewers for Kimbo vs.
James Thompson). 
The start of what is considered the “gold rush” of WMMA -  Gina Carano's pivotal win over Caitlyn Young ;, Robbie Lawler vs. Scott Smith stealing the show, Nick Diaz's "Don't be scared, homie" moment, & the internal power struggles within the company. 

On the controversial side… Gary Shaw’s unceremonious departure, gaming the stock market… this episode is insane 

If you think that this episode is wild… just wait for the 4th drop when everything implodes.
  
0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:49 interview start 
0:52 having a meeting with CBS 
4:55 Gary Shaw not having a Wikipedia 
9:36 John Perretti erased from Wikipedia 
12:39 campaign to bad mouth Jared Shaw 
17:16 EliteXC street certified event 
21:35 funding StrikeForce event Frank Shamrock vs Cung Le
25:16 Nick Diaz at StrikeForce event 
26:20 Nick Diaz Marijuana Suspension 
30:06 experience with Larry Hazard 
31:51 Drew Fickett behaving during event 
32:19 Tiki Ghosn appearing on event 
33:22 ShoXC series 
35:15 Trying to Oust Gary Shaw 
40:27 EliteXC Primetime 
41:27 Kimbo Slice vs James Thompson 
48:22 Brett Rogers vs Jon Murphy 
50:15 Phil Baroni vs Joey Villasenor 
51:23 Gina Carano vs Kaitlin Young 
55:45 Robbie Lawler vs Scott Smith 
58:44 EliteXC events holding up to current day 
1:00:57 Refferee Dan Miragliotta
1:04:03 importance of a good Refferee 
1:07:46 Gary Shaw parting from EliteXC
1:10:42 ShoXC in Hawaii 
1:11:23 “Don’t be scared homie” viral comment 
1:12:44 Jared Shaw not attending Hawaii event 
1:19:17 trusting Ariel Helwani 
1:21:16 KJ Noons contract negotiation
1:32:41 interview wrap up 
1:41:05 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 315 Tank Abbott Fighting in the 90’s  

The Original UFC bad boy, David "Tank" Abbott, joins us for an unfiltered deep dive into the wild early days of MMA.
From his explosive knockouts at UFC 6, legendary clashes in the tournament, street-fighting roots, and raw takes on the politics, "works," and personalities that shaped the sport - Tank holds nothing back.
Now retired in the desert, this powerhouse legend (natural 625-Ib bench, no-BS 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:51 interview start 
6:58 packaged by Dave Thomas for the UFC 
11:02 meeting with Art Davie 
16:44 
17:30 receiving letter of intent to fight in the UFC 
21:44 attending UFC 5 
24:19 interactions with Joe Son 
29:19 issues with Jim Brown 
43:42 Ken Shamrock vs Royce Gracie “rematch”
44:58 Ultimate Tank ppv 
45:50 cornering Vanilla ice for a fight 
46:31 thoughts on Tito Ortiz 
50:48 technique vs being tough 
52:02 Tank Abbott vs John Matua 
58:02 making the UFC entertaining 
59:05 Tank Abbott vs Paul Varelans
1:03:03 Tank Abbott vs Oleg Taktarov
1:07:17 Pat Smith altercation backstage 
1:09:46 attack on Pat Smith in elevator 
1:14:30 Ken Sharock calling the cops 
1:15:29 writing apology letter to John McCarthy 
1:16:59 becoming a paint artist 
1:17:44 training with Mark Schultz 
1:19:38 wrestling Chael Sonnan 
1:21:46 first fixed fight in the UFC 
1:23:09 Ken Shamrock not being pushed in UFC
1:24:58 Tank Abbott vs Dan Severn 
1:30:17 Altercation with Allan Goes 
1:40:55 sucker punched by Wallid Ismail
1:46:04 Bas Rutten vs Kevin Randleman 
1:47:05 Allan Goes incident in Puerto Rico
1:49:28 thoughts on John Perretti 
1:52:38 meeting Tito Ortiz 
1:55:32 Tito Ortiz stealing check from car 
2:02:12 Tank Abbott vs Scott Ferrozzo 
2:09:13 Tank Abbott vs Cal Worsham 
2:11:25 Direct wave TV sponsor 
2:11:44 Canceled bout with Ken Shamrock 
2:14:39 fighters taking steroids 
2:17:07 Don Frye worked fight with Mark Hall 
2:18:04 Big Al throwing burger at Frank Shamrock 
2:19:55 thoughts on the UFC hall of fame 
2:25:00 Ken Shamrock calling out Tank Abbott 
2:27:35 Pride Fc using Tank Abbott for promotional material 
2:32:05 Tank Abbott vs Maurice Smith 
2:34:26 Dan Severn pulling out of Maurice Smith fight 
2:38:37 interview wrap up/ outro

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Ep 314 James Hergott - MMA Film Maker 

James Hergott is one of the OG’s when it comes to filming the sport of Mixed Martial Arts. 

While currently promoting his film Super Car Saints available on Amazon Prime; his past incudes Striking Truth with George’s St Pierre & Fighting for the Troops. 

This episode is special drop where we discuss MMA History current issues along with James past history 

It’s a fun listen  

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Ep 313 The Fall of EF Battlecade - John Perretti 

John Perretti, Battlecade: Extreme Fighting creator/matchmaker & former
UFC matchmaker.
Deep dive into the promotion's last event via Extreme Fighting 4 (Des Moines, March 28, 1997): 
It featured Olympic gold medalists
Kenny Monday & Kevin Jackson on one card, along with epic clashes like Paul Jones vs.Eric Paulson and a mid-show power outage, we talk about Gracie hesitancy on certain matchups (including near-misses with big money offers), Bas Rutten bad blood, and John's take on grappler-to-striker limits.
Raw, firsthand history from the source.

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:57 interview start 
2:19 Extreme fighting 4 in Iowa 
3:20 budget for Extreme fighting 4 
4:09 Ralph Gracie vs Eugenio Tadeu rumor 
6:28 allegedly matchmaking Brazilians to lose fights 
7:40 training Igor Zinoviev to fight Royce Gracie 
9:47 Bas Rutten altercation with Rickson Gracie 
11:55 Roster of fighters at Extreme Fighting 4
12:50 power outage during event 
14:14 Allan Goes vs Todd Bjornethun
18:14 Gary Myers vs Tommy Glanville 
19:38 Paul Jones vs Erik Paulson 
21:22 Kevin Jackson vs John Lober 
22:37 creating modern MMA
25:12 Extreme fighting changing how you viewed the sport 
26:13 thoughts on Joe Moreira 
30:06 John Lober personal issues
32:12 Matt Hume vs Pat Miletich
35:44 financial issues coming into event 
37:18 Kenny Monday vs John Lewis 
43:47 John Donehue reffing all 4 events 
44:43 Maurice Smith vs Kazunari Murakami
51:24 altercation with Ken Shamrock in lobby 
56:18 drug issues at the Lions den 
58:13 matchmaking fights in the UFC 
1:02:05 realizing Extreme fighting is finished 
1:05:15 Igor Zinoviev injured out of extreme fighting 
1:05:38 receiving a call to work for the UFC
1:10:02 Art Davie’s letter to congress to ban MMA 
1:11:41 plugs/ promotions 
1:12:42 interview wrap up 
1:24:19 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 312 Andy Anderson Federal Prison

Andy Anderson was once a Texas entrepreneur owning topless clubs and the notorious All Nude Steakhouse (supplying ring girls for UFC events), Andy's life took a turn
- he's now serving a federal sentence for drug conspiracy (30 years) and money laundering (20 years), though he insists he's innocent and was railroaded by false testimony. This audio-only deep dive covers fixed fights, mafia run-ins in Ukraine's IFC event, Japanese afterparties gone wrong, and the grit that built MMA.
No holds barred - just raw history from a man who lived it.

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  

0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 

2:35 interview start 

2:52 helping move UFC 12 after cancellation 

6:49 attending UFC 1 as a spectator 

7:42 becoming involved with the UFC

8:26 fighting NHB in Mexico 

9:21 interactions with Julian Sanchez 

10:06 relationship with Art Davie

11:27 Art Davie and Bob Meyrowitz relationship 

13:14 meeting Buddy Albin 

14:27 relationship with Charlie Anzalone

15:04 Buddy Albin being tough to work with 

17:25 Andy Anderson vs John Hess 

21:00 owning several topless bars

22:09 Cornering Anthony Macias for fixed fight 

25:16 Pat smith attacked in Elevator by Tito Ortiz 

27:06 Remco Pardoel alleged Marco Ruas of greasing 

28:41 Marco Ruas calling out the Gracie’s 

29:44 Bas Rutten calling out Rickson Gracie 

30:20 Japanese promotions hand picking fights 

32:22 Tank Abbott Hard Rock Cafe incident 

35:40 interactions with Joe Son and Kimo Leopoldo 

38:12 Ken Shamrock dropping women off a balcony 

40:04 Art Davie split with Bob Meyrowitz  

42:51 living with Frank Shamrock 

44:23 living with Scott Bessac

46:01 reason for being locked up 

49:36 initial offering for sentencing 

51:53 locked up with Tiger King 

53:30 amount of time being served 

56:45 current living situation 

1:00:51 IFC Ukraine Debut controversy 

1:08:50 Ron Van Clief 

1:10:10 interactions with Leon Spinks

1:11:09 reason for the UFC logo at IFC event 

1:12:21 Stuck in Ukraine after IFC event 

1:15:48 Bas Rutten Paul Varelans incident  

1:19:23 escaping to Paris from Ukraine 

1:21:05 the local mafia wanting the tapes 

1:22:06 Buddy Albin grab and go plan 

1:22:52 Igor Vovchanchyn reputation at IFC event 

1:23:52 Art Davie not involved in the IFC 

1:25:40 Anthony Macias vs Sakuraba

1:28:30 John McCarthys relationship with Bob Meyrowitz

1:29:30 John Perretti coming to the UFC 

1:31:19 Bob Meyrowitz thoughts on John Perretti 

1:36:25 early UFC matchmaking 

1:37:16 UFC not allowing John Perretti to purchase 

1:41:06 Bob Meyrowitz interactions with Oprah Winfrey 

1:41:53 fondest memories of the UFC 

1:42:38 UFC changing rules because of mark Coleman

1:44:28 Andy Anderson outro 

1:45:56 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 311 Ron Jhun BEFORE the UFC 

Ron Jhun is Hawaii’s only 50 fight club member and had over 40 bouts prior to competing in the UFC. 

Ron Jhun is an early pioneer and a legend among the Hawaiian MMA community; we share some funny insights and stories in this very hard to come by interview 

Ep 311 Ron Jhun BEFORE the UFC 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:53 interview start 
1:24 growing up with a boxing pedigree 
2:53 training prior to first fight 
4:35 learning Jiu jitsu from VHS tapes 
5:18 training at Jesus is lord
6:38 reason for David Pa’aluhi retiring 
11:39 Ron Jhun vs Eddy Millis 
17:01 Ron Jhun vs Eugene Jackson
20:31 Ron Jhun vs Paul Cutts
22:37 Ron Jhun vs James Zikic
24:05 Relson Gracie pushback on the Island 
27:21 Ron Jhun vs James Zikic (rematch)
29:24 Ron Jhun vs Marco De Silva
30:43 payout for tournament fights 
33:04 winning Super Brawl 14 tournament 
36:41 hearing about Scott Coker early on 
37:18 running into John Hackleman 
39:08 possible relations to KJ Noons 
39:45 offered Yuki Sasaki bout in Japan 
41:48 experience first time in Japan 
43:50 Ron Jhun vs Yuki Sasaki
46:43 interactions with the Yakuza 
48:28 Ron Jhun vs Kim Mason
51:11 Drug issues on the Island 
53:10 Ron Jhun vs Erik Paulson
59:12 relationship with Erik Paulson 
1:02:21 Josh Barnett and Erik Paulson story 
1:04:14 Ron Jhun vs Jason Von Flue
1:05:42 promoting on the Underground forums 
1:08:27 meeting Sean Shelby and Tom Brady 
1:10:41 Ron Jhun vs JT Taylor
1:12:08 Ron Jhun vs Brian Sleeman
1:13:05 Ron Jhun vs Dave Strasser
1:14:08 Ron Jhun vs Joe Stevenson
1:15:31 Ron Jhun vs Pete Spratt
1:17:33 WFA 2001
1:18:58 rolling with John Lewis 
1:20:31 self promoting to Blue Belt 
1:22:39 John Lewis current life 
1:25:01 Ron Jhun current life 
1:28:31 football in Hawaii 
1:31:30 plugs/ promotions 
1:32:12 experience with Cabbage Correira 
1:33:44 Ron Jhun vs Jermaine Andre
1:35:28 sponsored by Tapout 
1:36:21 Ron Jhun vs Mandatorily Suda
1:39:07 Ron Jhun vs Stephan Potvin
1:40:00 Ron Jhun vs Shonie Carter
1:41:03 Ron Jhun vs Dennis Hallman
1:42:31 Ron Jhun vs Mike Penalber
1:43:06 interview wrap up 
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Ep 310 EliteXC The Run - Jared Shaw 

Following the huge buzz from Part 1
(#308: "The Rise of EliteXC"), Jared returns for an unfiltered deep dive into the promotion's explosive two-year run that seriously challenged the UFC.
Hear the insider stories: nearly signing Brock Lesnar post-K-1, flying Kimbo Slice to LA with a briefcase of cash to lock in MMA's first viral superstar (his
43-second KO of Tank Abbott drew massive Showtime ratings), Gina Carano's breakthrough win over Tonya Evinger at Uprising in Hawaii (despite her tough weight cut), and the bold events that pushed women's MMA forward while building legitimacy with fighters like Robbie Lawler and Nick Diaz.
Shaw opens up on the highs (CBS primetime deals bringing MMA to millions), the internal chaos, financial struggles, and the dramatic 2008 collapse after the Heat event
controversy. Plus, personal reflections like his life-changing open-heart surgery at 19.
This is authentic MMA history straight from the VP who lived it-raw, revealing, and essential for any fight fan.
Tune in tomorrow on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and YouTube. Subscribe and hit notifications so you don't miss it!

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:52 interview start 
3:11 Bjorn Rebney reputation 
4:53 talks of signing Brock Lesnar to Elite XC
7:05 bad matchmaking for Brock Lesnar 
9:14 open heart surgery at an early age 
12:40 EliteXC Uprising in Honolulu
13:37 importance of Rich Chou 
16:37 TJay Thompson brought in by Rich Chou
18:04 Patrick Freitas
20:48 Matchmaking process 
24:26 coming up with weight classes for event 
27:18 Gina Carano struggling to make weight 
27:52 revitalizing Robbie Lawler 
29:33 contacting Icey Mike about Kimbo Slice 
34:14 signing Kimbo Slice to Elite XC
36:53 dealing with the California Athletic Commission
40:26 Chuck Champion makes organization cuts 
43:35 Mike Pyle refusing to fight for the title 
47:19 Kimbo vs Bo Cantrell
51:56 KJ Noons vs Nick Diaz 
59:28 Nick Diaz importance for Elite XC 
1:00:36 conversations with Dream FC
1:02:54 conversations with Ken Shamrock
1:04:04 Eddie Alvarez being a huge ticket seller 
1:05:05 EliteXC Street Certified event 
1:11:55 viewership for Street Certified event 
1:14:06 dealings with Ken Pavia 
1:15:18 dealings with Jeremy Lappen 
1:21:29 Scott Smith improper matchmaking 
1:23:19 interview wrap up/ sneak preview  
1:26:19 outro/ closing thoughts 
 

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Ep 309 Ed Herman BEFORE the UFC

Dive deep into the raw origins of UFC veteran Ed "Short Fuse" Herman - The Ultimate Fighter Season 3 runner-up, a middleweight powerhouse with 26 official UFC bouts (plus his TUF Octagon appearances), 13 wins inside the promotion, and an impressive eight post-fight bonuses, including Knockout of the Night, Submission of the Night, Fight of the Night, and Performance of the Night honors. As the UFC's longest consecutively tenured athlete, his journey is legendary.
From his gritty Pacific Northwest roots, wrestling under the influence of Dan Gable's legacy, to grinding at Team Quest alongside legends like Randy Couture, Matt Lindland, and Chael Sonnen, Ed shares untold stories of his pre-UFC wars against future stars like Glover Teixeira and Nick Thompson.
Now retired after a storied career spanning 2003-2023, he's giving back as owner of Short Fuse Martial Arts in Vancouver, WA, and coach at American Top Team Portland, mentoring the next generation.

From his gritty Pacific Northwest roots, wrestling under the influence of Dan Gable's legacy, to grinding at Team Quest alongside legends like Randy Couture, Matt Lindland, and Chael Sonnen, Ed shares untold stories of his pre-UFC wars against future stars like Glover Teixeira and Nick Thompson.
Now retired after a storied career spanning 2003-2023, he's giving back as owner of Short Fuse Martial Arts in Vancouver, WA, and coach at American Top Team Portland, mentoring the next generation.
Hosted by MMA detective Mike Davis and Joey Venti - the only podcast preserving MMA's untold history through exclusive interviews. Don't miss this kickoff to 2026!

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:53 interview start 
0:57 plugs/ promotions 
1:52 training at team quest 
3:05 wrestling in High school 
5:03 experience with Phil Baroni 
6:11 Chael Sonnen hard worker comment 
6:59 early career managers 
8:50 training prior to first fight 
9:52 joining Team Quest
11:51 having a rough upbringing 
17:55 Ed Herman vs Noel Tworek
19:43 Ed Herman vs Byron Yates
20:54 Ed Herman vs Andrew Taylor
23:44 Bouncer work for a strip club 
26:40 feelings after first loss 
27:43 Ed Herman vs Ryan Pope
28:50 Ed Herman vs Shane Davis
30:57 training with Dennis Hellman and Jeff Monson 
32:09 Ed Herman vs Rich Guerin
34:51 Ed Herman vs Derek Downey
36:05 coaching at Team Quest 
37:04 Ed Herman vs Justin Hawes
37:50 Ed Herman vs Jacen Flynn
39:01 Ed Herman vs Cory Devela
39:39 Ed Herman vs Shane Davis “rematch” 
40:15 flying to Japan to fight 
41:00 Ed Herman vs Kazou Misake
45:03 Ed Herman vs Brian Ebersole
46:18 Ed Herman vs Joe Doerkson
47:27 trying out for TUF season 1 
50:04 Ed Herman vs Glover Teixeira
53:18 Ed Herman vs Rhomez Brower
54:23 Ed Herman vs Nick Thompson
56:34 Ed Herman vs Dave Menne
57:56 calling out Matt Hughes post fight 
59:22 teammate Ryan Schultz
59:58 relationship with Evan Tanner 
1:01:35 thoughts on Matt Lindland
1:03:17 Kim Couture
1:03:55 reaction to Team Quest splitting
1:08:12 working out with Jesse Taylor 
1:08:35 interview wrap up 
1:13:29 outro/ closing thoughts

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In 2025 we experienced a lot of growth and recorded some incredible history pieces 

Joining is for a recap of the years events is Julio Macedo (RagdollMMA), Referee Kevin MacDonald, Brian McLaughlin & James Hergott 

This year we had 55 total drops 
51 Deep Dives  & 2 round tables

Special Thank You to the following 
Phil Barker, Hong Kong Phooey 613Json and Thomas Mural for watching on his wife’s account 


Thank You for all of the support and growth thar we experienced this year and we promise to deliver the same quality product for many years to come

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Ep 308 The Rise of EliteXC - Jared Shaw 

EliteXC made an incredible run to become an industry power in 2007. 

Joining us to talk about the historic rise is former Vice President of operations is Jared Shaw of the famous Shaw Boxing family. 

Details EliteXC's explosive growth: landing the Showtime deal, debuting in one month with Renzo Gracie vs. Frank Shamrock, pioneering women's MMA on TV with Gina Carano vs. Julie Kedzie (peaking ratings), co-promotions with K-1 and Strikeforce, building Kimbo Slice, and turning profitable in 14 months amid chaos are just a few of the subjects. 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
1:00 interview start 
1:02 current life 
5:04 transitioning from boxing to MMA 
Promoting 
12:20 having a meeting with Showtime 
15:18 UFC 70 was supposed to be on HBO
16:34 meeting continued with Showtime
20:21 offered to become vice president of Elite XC
20:42 cutthroat business of boxing 
21:52 getting the call to start promotion
23:50 building Elite XC
26:22 hosting first Elite XC show after 1 month 
29:27 tension behind the scenes 
33:13 Rich Chou’s involvement 
35:04 Jeremy Lappen
39:39 Renzo Gracie vs Frank Shamrock 
41:19 penny stocks for Elite XC
42:42 dealings with Frank Shamrock 
44:42 hosting first televised women’s MMA match
48:38 Julie Kedzie vs Gina Carano peaked ratings 
51:05 selecting ring announcers the Elite XC 
52:42 Sponsors for Elite XC
54:27 controversial ending in main event 
55:07 co promoting with K1 for K1 Dynamite 
58:39 K1 Dynamite fight card 
1:00:10 promoting K1 on the Fly 
1:02:08 issues with Co promoting events 
1:05:37 pay scale for fighters at Elite XC 
1:08:46 Kimbo Slice vs Tank Abbott 
1:10:03 K1 Dynamite turning into a disaster 
1:14:06 dealings with Scott Coker 
1:16:27 Hosting first ShoXC card with only 16 days 
1:17:13 legitimizing Kimbo Slice as a fighter 
1:19:16 Kimbo Slice vs James Thompson 
1:19:43 dealings with Ted Williams 
1:20:51 rectangle cage design 
1:22:45 running small shows vs big shows 
1:23:46 purchasing Cage Rage 
1:26:04 Cage Rage fighters not coming to Elite XC 
1:28:22 purchasing Icon MMA
1:33:03 press conference for Elite XC 
1:38:53 wanting Bert Rodgers vs Kimbo Slice 
1:42:02 preview for part 2 
1:43:32 arranging event in Hawaii for Nick Diaz 
1:47:58 interview wrap up 
1:50:28 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 307 Jesse Taylor BEFORE the UFC 

Jesse Taylor dominated The Ultimate Fighter house, crushed everyone in sight, and was one win away from a UFC contract...
Then one wild night changed everything.
In this raw two-part episode, Jesse "JT Money" Taylor pulls no punches: early Team Quest chaos, underground San Diego stories, TUF glory and
heartbreak, worldwide redemption wars, and some insane behind-the-scenes bombs you've never heard.
Pure MMA history gold from a true 50-fight veteran.
 
0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:56 interview start 
1:06 inspiration watching old UFC 
2:11 meeting Jake Shields and Gilbert Melendez 
3:17 leaving college wrestling behind 
5:22 Antonio McKee and Dan Henderson roll
6:31 Antonio McKee vs John Smith 
9:15 cancelled bout with Chris Lytle 
10:56 Jesse Taylor vs Robert Sarkozi
15:55 Jesse Taylor vs Chris Chiasson
17:30 training at Team Quest 
18:07 Sean Strickland thrown out of Team quest 
21:04 fighting in Tijuana 
22:48 Jesse Taylor vs Jesse Forbes
24:45 Jesse Taylor vs Jorge Ortiz
27:35 interactions with Toby Imada
And Warmachine 
28:16 training with Shawn Tompkins 
30:00 training with Duane Ludwig 
30:56 Jesse Taylor vs Kenny Ento
34:13 Jesse Taylor vs Matt Major
35:22 Jesse Taylor vs Jorge Ramirez
37:08 process getting on TUF 
39:19 Jesse Taylor vs Nick Rossborough
40:43 living with Mike Dolce
43:36 Jesse Taylor vs Dante Rivera
44:43 Jesse Taylor vs Tim Credeur
45:34 experience living in TUF house 
46:46 thoughts on Rudy Silva 
49:52 Kicked off TUF finale 
53:19 comments made by Rampage Jackson 
55:35 Jesse Taylor vs CB Dolloway
57:15 relationship with Vinny Magalhães
57:36 getting cut from the UFC 
59:20 Jesse Taylor vs Drew Fickett
1:01:22 reason for leaving Team Quest 
1:03:58 Jesse Taylor vs Rico Altamiro
1:05:18 Jesse Taylor vs Chris Camozzi
1:07:19 Jesse Taylor vs Dong Sik Yoon
1:08:46 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 306 Andy Main TUF to the King of Pancrase

Andy Main is currently a stand out coach at Pure Martial Arts in Rockaway NJ. 

Andy rose through ranks of the regional MMA scene at an incredibly early age… we go in depth with our analyzation  of his career. 

From competing on the Ultimate Fighter tv series to winning the King of Pancrase belt, this is a great listen 

Special Thank You to our friend Brian McLaughlin for helping with the research and landing Andy Main for us. 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
1:03 interview start 
1:22 interactions with Jamie Varner 
2:52 Amanda Nunes sparring with Jamie Varner 
4:26 hard sparring sessions 
5:57 longevity in MMA gyms 
8:30 fighting with injuries 
10:10 Andy Main vs Jimmy Rivera
15:46 thoughts after first loss 
18:23 khabib nurmagomedov training at AMA 
21:19  training khabib nurmagomedov and Amanda Nunes 
24:36 high level fighters from the East Coast 
25:40 Promoter Lou Neglia 
29:07 Andy Main vs Ricky Lee 
31:12 learning to strike as a southpaw 
33:46 Ricky Lee Muay Thai experience 
34:42 Andy Main vs Steve McCabe
36:13 Andy Main vs Jackson Galka
37:58 kicked out of Renzo Gracie affiliate gym 
44:32 where issues began with Renzo Gracie 
51:58 being mature at a young age 
54:12 Andy Main vs Lester Caskow
56:54 tryout for TUF season 12 
58:55 interview for TUF 
1:04:09 feelings living in TUF house 
1:05:58 Andy Main vs Jason Brenton
1:06:33 reason for not being on GSPs team
1:07:09 Andy Main vs Kyle Watson
1:08:41 picked for Josh Koscheck’s team
1:10:27 thoughts on Andy Main going to TUF 
1:14:53 left off TUF finale 
1:16:40 reason for walking away from AKA
1:20:30 interactions with Dillon Danis 
1:23:05 interactions with Gordon Ryan 
1:26:09 Dillon Danis vs Logan Paul 
1:29:51 UFC fighter pay 
1:36:55 Jeff Novitzky 
1:38:39 Andy Main vs Bobby Reardanz
1:45:19 the WMA 
1:49:02 dealings with Alliance MMA 
1:56:19 Andy Main vs Felipe Arantes “controversy” 
1:59:41 Andy Main vs Hioki Aok
2:02:05 Tattoo issues at Golds gym in Japan 
2:05:54 assumptions of being part of LGBT in Japan 
2:08:56 story from Japan teammates 
2:10:51 interview wrap up/ outro

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Ep 305 War Machine Jon Koppenhaver Career & Controversy

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War Machine Jon Koppenhaver interview took place from his living unit at Ely Prison. 

The video / audio is NOT in sync due to the prison security settings NOT allowing voice recording for video visitations. 

War Machine Jon Koppenhaver is a controversial figure whose career started with Ken Shamrock & the Lions Den Gym and eventually moved to Las Vegas to train with some of the best fighters in the world. 

Koppenhaver does not shy away from hard subjects like his relationship with Phil Baroni or problems he experienced outside of the cage. 

You have never heard War Machine speak about the topics that he were addressed in this special interview.

Ep 305 War Machine Jon Koppenhaver Career & Controversy

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:33 Disclaimer 
2:40 interview start 
3:08 feedback on Vice documentary 
3:58 beginnings in MMA 
5:07 showing up to Lions Den tryout 
7:10 Vince Pashell throwing a brick at War Machine 
8:45 roommate Erik Del Fierro
9:15 relationship with Tony Galindo
10:21 interactions with Bob Shamrock 
11:01 bringing supplements in from Mexico 
12:47 War Machine vs Angle Santibanez
13:35 experience at Total Combat 
14:46 Richard Dalton
15:05 training partner Cedric Marks
16:40 relationship with Lions Den team mates 
18:06 War Machine vs Frank Duffy
19:08 meeting Phil Baroni
19:52 training with Matt Hendricks 
20:48 training at Cobra Kai 
21:48 War Machine vs Andrew Ramirez
22:37 War Machine vs Mike Odonnell
27:08 process getting on TUF 6 
29:37 living in the TUF house 
30:46 friendship with Mac Danzig 
31:30 issues with Matt Serra 
32:41 Mac Danzig Bird feeder prank 
33:23 how War Machine was portrayed on TUF 
33:56 training experience at TUF 
34:43 manager Matt Stansell stolen money 
35:31 getting a contract for the UFC 
36:18 War Machine vs Jared Rollins TUF finale 
37:47 speaking out against Lloyd Irvin 
40:05 War Machine vs Yoshiyuki Yoshida
41:39 problems with matchmaker Joe Silva 
43:25 fired from the UFC over Evan Tanner comment 
44:08 relationship with Dana White 
45:20 War Machine vs David Anderson
47:42 training with Vernon White 
50:01 War Machine vs Guillaume DeLoremzi
52:12 thought on Phil Baroni’s current situation 
57:17 Julio Bazan Teamate & roommate
59:07 War Machine vs Timothy Woods
1:00:25 War Machine vs Erick Montaño
1:02:00 War Machine vs David Mitchell
1:03:09 training with Baret Yoshida
1:04:16 training with Junie Browning
1:05:01 Shawn Tompkins
1:06:13 War Machine vs Zach Light
1:06:36 War Machine vs John Alessio
1:07:48 surrounded by bad influences 
1:09:20 Ed Ratcliff
1:09:46 Charlie Kohler
1:10:03 Christian Vargas 
1:10:19 Miguel Reyes
1:10:31 canceled bout with Gideon Ray
1:11:25 friendship with Wade Shipp
1:12:08 relationship with Mother 
1:13:18 War Machine vs Roger Huerta
1:15:30 relationship with Sam Kaplan
1:16:24 2 year lay off due to lock up 
1:17:00 predicting more MMA tragedies 
1:19:05 converting to Christ while in Prison 
1:21:05 walking away from fights in prison
1:23:07 punched in the face 
1:24:45 War Machine vs Vaughn Anderson
1:26:09 Tony Galindo Pen*s pump story 
1:27:36 calling Tony Galindo after Ken Shamrock OD 
1:29:16 training with Ashe Bowman
1:29:33 War Machine vs Ron Keslar
1:30:52 herniated disc while training
1:32:06 wanting to get out for Wife and Kids 
1:33:24 message to former t

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Ep 304 Jim Miller BEFORE the UFC w/ Brian McLaughlin 

Jim Miller is on the precipice of becoming the first ever member of the 50 Fights in the UFC. 

Jim Milers journey to the UFC is largely undocumented and with the help of his long time friend and trainer Brian McLaughlin we explore his path within the independent grind. 

Special Thank You to friend of the show Brian McLaughlin for helping out this together. 

Ep 304 Jim Miller BEFORE the UFC 

 0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
1:01 interview start 
2:05 Forced to miss weight against Thigo Alves
11:44 Interactions with Joe Silva 
14:13 beginnings in MMA 
18:09 story about Jim Millers father 
23:14 Micky Galls original coach 
26:04 thoughts on Cm punk vs Micky Gall
28:28 Cm punks training camp 
29:21 Jim Miller vs Eddie Fyvie
33:41 Jim Miller vs Kevin Roddy
36:31 Kevin Roddy story 
38:15 Watching brother Dan Miller lose a fight 
39:29 Jim Miller vs Ryan Ciotoli
42:42 Reality Fighting 13 4 man tournament 
45:40 Jim Miller vs Muhsin Corbbrey
46:48 Johnathon Helwig vs Mike Constantino
48:12 thoughts on Frankie Edgar
50:49 Muhsin Corbbrey story before fight 
52:08 Jim Miller vs James Jones 
52:41 Planet Jiu jitsu closing doors week of fight 
54:51 training partner Chris Liguori 
56:57 Jim Miller vs Frankie Edgar 
1:01:23 not returning to Reality fighting
1:03:28 TUF 5 tryouts 
1:06:29 previous opponents at TUF tryouts 
1:08:41 receiving nick name A10 
1:10:08 not getting into TUF 5 
1:11:03 training at AMA 
1:13:46 Jim Miller vs Al Buck
1:15:39 Jim Miller vs Anthony Morrison
1:17:55 Jim Miller vs Nuri Shakir “Weight miss” 
1:23:08 undefeated in welterweight fights 
1:24:31 fighting at different weight classes 
1:29:29 Jim Miller vs Chris Ligori
1:31:06 Dan Miller vs John Howard 
1:34:40 finishing Chris Ligori 
1:36:21 the “Jim Miller rule”
1:36:41 AMA fighting training partners 
1:38:38 Jim Miller vs Chris Ligori rematch 
1:41:22 researching Jim Miller 
1:42:51 getting the call from UFC while in IFL 
1:46:06 Jim Miller vs Bart Palaziewski
1:48:50 fights prior to UFC being in New Jersey 
1:50:55 feelings when receiving call from UFC 
1:54:19 interview wrap up 
1:55:14 outro/closing thoughts

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Ep 303 Rafiel Torre RND Table 2 

Legendary Reporter Jeff Sherwood, Documentary film maker Ed Doty and Referee Larry Landless weigh in on Rafiel Torre. 

The panel was out together to get a look at Rafiel Torre and his appearance from the side of the media. 

Rafiel Torre the person, the competitor and the reporter is an onion with many many layers….

We hope to do RoundTable discussions once a month for an additional drop, please let up know who you would like to hear from 

Ep 303 Rafiel Torre RND Table 2 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
1:08 interview start 
2:25 Jeff Sherwood start in MMA 
6:51 Ed Doty background in MMA 
8:58 Larry Landless introduction 
11:11 meeting Rafiel Torre 
17:24 Rafiel Torre red flags 
23:25 Kumite in the woods story 
25:46 Frank Dukes kicking speed claims 
26:58 Rafiel Torre lying tactics 
33:14 credibility from the Brazilians 
35:18 early MMA reporting 
38:48 attending MMA events frequently 
42:31 Jay Martinez vs Tito Ortiz 
43:17 Rafiel Torre Lifestyle 
44:00 Rafiel Torre Abilities
47:22 Rafiel Torre mindset 
48:21 Rafiel Torre vs Ioka Tianuu
51:00 Bruce Buffer Introduction 
55:05 What Torre paid Tianuu
1:00:35 Rafiel Torre Creation 
1:05:45 Sherdog Interview 
1:08:47 Torre Partying & Decline 
1:11:30 The Crime 
1:16:14 The Change in Torre 
1:18:02 Torre Social Awareness 
1:21:20 Court Case 
1:25:00 Lessons in Humility 
1:26:00 Interview Difficulties
1:26:30 Magic in Jail 
1:29:55 Gerald Strebendt
1:32:30 Torre Sentencing 
1:34:00 wrap up 

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Ep 302 Ron Waterman Career Deep Dive 

Ron Waterman stepped out of the classroom as a teacher and made his way into the cage to fight some of the world’s toughest men. 

Ron takes us through his journey that includes legendary manager Phyllis Lee, dealings with Math maker John Perretti and wrestling in the WWE

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0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
1:02 interview start 
1:21 current life 
1:50 training with Bas Rutten 
2:54 beginnings in MMA 
4:28 Bas Rutten invitational 1
4:47 experience with John Perretti
6:49 Ron Waterman vs Daniel James
7:46 Ron Waterman vs Joshua Jenkins
9:02 Ron Waterman vs Matt Asher
11:51 Ving Tran 
13:16 going back to work after tournament 
14:24 Went to UFC 19 to introduce himself
16:11 manager Phyllis Lee 
19:44 receiving black belt under Leo Sawyer 
20:47 Nate Marquardt 
25:23 getting the call for UFC 20 
27:46 Ron waterman vs Chris Condo
30:26 Ron Waterman vs Andre Roberts
34:34 Ron Waterman vs Tim Lajcik
39:17 pay for early UFC 
39:32 receiving messages from Eddie Goldman
40:16 Ron Waterman vs Satoshi Honma
41:00 trained Shane Carwin for Brock Lesnar fight 
44:20 refusing to sell soul in WWE 
48:31 WWE occult imagery 
49:49 using submissions in fights 
50:58 training with Brendan Schaub
52:19 Ron Waterman vs Valentijn Overeem
55:00 experience with Jon Jones 
55:41 relationship with Mark Coleman 
57:14 Ron Waterman vs Jerry Vrbanovich
59:09 Ron Waterman vs Jun Ishii
1:00:47 experience with the Yakuza 
1:01:41 Ron Waterman vs Mirco Crocop
1:04:40 fighters greasing before fights 
1:05:53 Japanese fighters struggling in the US 
1:07:31 Ron Waterman vs Keigo Takamori
1:10:13 never giving take down points 
1:10:54 Ron Waterman vs Kevin Randleman
1:14:15 Ron Waterman vs Tsyoshi Kosaka
1:15:40 cancelled Pancrase event 
1:16:20 Ron Waterman vs Rico Rodriguez
1:19:11 injuries going into rematch with Rico Rodriguez
1:21:51 Ron Waterman vs Roger Gracie
1:24:54 Alternate for at a YAMMA pit fighting event 
1:27:32 interview wrap up/final message 
1:31:20 outro/closing thoughts

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Ep 301 Rafiel Torre RoundTable 

Gerald Strebendt, Chris Brennan & Eddy Millis joined us to discuss their fallen friend Rafiel Torre 

Stebendt, Brennan & Millis recall their time with Rafiel Torre along with their current day feelings for him. 

The episode is filled with explosive truths, damning lies and fun stories involving Rafiel Torre. 

The RoundTable format is going to reoccur once a month, please tell
Us who you would like to see on it 

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0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
1:18 interview start 
2:18 meeting Rafiel Torre 
4:36 emotions listening to Rafiel Torre interview 
5:53 Rafiel Torre affiliations with Chris Brennan 
7:58 Eddy Millis reaction to interview 
12:36 Rafiel Torre stand up 
14:52 landing a journalism job 
18:19 rolling with Chris Brennan
22:41 James Krause betting scandal 
27:57 Joe Francis being extorted 
30:45 Tapout crew getting screwed out of money 
34:32 Eddie Bravo confronting Rafiel Torre
36:42 Eddie Bravo K1 match 
37:31 Rafiel Torre living situation 
40:10 Angel Richards/ Life insurance policy 
43:26 going into the Rafiel Torre interview 
46:22 MMA’s first sports journalist 
51:55 Lucas Brennan article 
52:44 airplane incident 
53:17 Wet & Wild fake fight 
59:22 Chris Brennan’s thought after interview 
1:00:38 reason for throwing fake fight 
1:02:16 Rico Rodriguez reaction to Rafiel Torre
1:06:06 Rafiel Torre potential to be released 
1:06:41 False claims of being Brazilian 
1:07:33 the Rise and fall of Rafiel Torre 
1:09:13 Instructional tapes and T shirts 
1:10:23 being pioneers of the sport 
1:12:25 paying to fight in tournament 
1:13:32 Rafiel Torre backing up Chris Brennan 
1:15:26 Gerald Strebendt BJJ tournament incident 
1:17:16 family gathering after Rafiel Torre arrest 
1:20:00 Angel Richard’s current life 
1:22:13 Brian Richard’s ashes 
1:23:24 Rafiel Torre feelings towards Chris Brennan 
1:24:55 Eddy Millis current thoughts on Rafiel Torre 
1:25:39 Gerald Strebendt thoughts on Rafiel Torre 
1:29:18 interview wrap up 
1:34:29 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 300 Rafiel Torre Corcoran Prison

Rafiel Torre is a notorious figure from the “Dark Ages” of the sport; a revered journalist, an alleged Black Belt and a powerfully connected insider to some of the sports biggest names. 

Rafiel Torre was arrested in 2003 and sentenced to life in prison in 2005 

He has been taken to task publicly by Joe Rogan, Eddie Bravo and Eddy Millis 

At his trial Gerald Strebendt, Chris Brennan and Joe Rogan testified against him 

This is the 1st time that Torre has ever had a voice to recall his place at a time in the sport that is considered “the beginning of the “Modern Era” 
#joerogan #eddiebravo 
0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:33 Disclaimer 
2:26 interview start 
4:41 beginnings in MMA 
5:27 beginnings into combat journalism
6:26 receiving invite to the first ADCC
8:02 Rafiel Torre vs  Beau Hershberger
9:26 creating “Lessons in humility” 
11:02 working for ADcombat
13:13 rolling with Royler Gracie 
15:20 friendship with Mark Kerr 
16:55 Mark Kerr vs Igor Borisov 
17:47 relationship with Rico Rodriguez 
18:35 Kazushi Sakuraba vs Renzo Gracie 
21:25 rolling with Rico Rodriguez and Mark Kerr 
23:19 Ken Shamrock and Mark Hall KOTC incident 
24:32 Cobra Fighting Federation 
25:25 Chuck Liddell Anal comments 
26:22 Chuck Liddell street fights 
26:56 meeting Joe Rogan 
27:52 meeting Eddie Bravo 
29:37 Mark Kerr substance issues 
32:19 Mark Coleman and Mark Kerr relationship 
33:14 experience with Ryan Gracie
34:32 Kumite event in the woods 
36:00 meeting Gerald Strebendt 
38:32 backstage during Pride 11 
40:29 Heath Herring vs Tom Erikson 
41:10 Bruce Buffer Chris Brennan incident 
42:49 Mario Sperry vs Mark Kerr 
44:04 Mark Kerr vs Ricardo Arona 
45:32 Mario Sperry choked out during match 
46:19 noticing Mark Kerr’s struggles with opioids 
47:22 relationship with Eddy Millis 
49:39 called out by Eddie Bravo over Blackbelt 
51:01 relationship with Larry Landless 
51:11 relationship with the Tapout crew 
52:03 Rampage Jackson airplane incident 
55:56 Rampage Jackson gold chains 
56:51 favorite “Lessons in humility” 
58:35 Trained Luigi Fioravante
59:22 Journalism during dark age of MMA 
1:00:05 dealing with Joe Son and Kimo Leopoldo 
1:01:32 never getting to interview Ken Shamrock 
1:02:03 Rafiel Torre vs Ioka Tianuu
1:06:51 changes made from being in Prison 
1:08:56 message to friends from MMA industry 
1:10:24 attending UFC 3
1:12:01 clarifying Eddie Bravo comments 
1:14:39 reason for cutting ties with Eddie Bravo 
1:15:31 issue with a Correctional officer 
1:20:22 Dorm living vs Cell living
1:21:53 Prison politics 
1:25:00 interactions with Dana Stubblefield 
1:27:01 doing Magic in prison 
1:30:03 struggles going into interview 
1:30:36 finding a purpose performing Magic 
1:33:19 going to dark places mentally 
1:34:33 interview wrap up 
1:35:11 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 299 Jorge Rivera Career Deep Dive 

Jorge Rivera is a legend of the Atlantic Northeast MMA scene 

His career started with the legendary Jason Delucia and continues through one of the sports most respected trainers Keith Rockel. 

Throughout his career Jorge Rivera has faced some of the world’s toughest fighters; Tim Sylvia, Rich Franklin and Anderson Silva are just a few of the names. 

Rivera bout with Lee Murray and the reputation that Murray carried are talked about extensively in this episode 

Ep 299 Jorge Rivera Career Deep Dive 



Jorge Rivera 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:58 interview start 
1:38 learning from Jason DeLucia 
5:30 Judo Black belt Keith Racquel 
5:58 training partner Doug Kalindo
8:30 Jorge Rivera vs Elias Rivera 
10:54 Jorge Rivera vs Tim Sylvia 
14:06 Vale Tudo Rhode Island 4 man tournament 
16:25 Jorge Rivera vs Brandon Lee Hinkle
19:40 Jorge Rivera vs Anatoly Yaschenko
21:05 being a B side fighter early on 
22:36 Training with Matt Phiney
23:32 relationship with Tom Haffers
25:02 Jorge Rivera vs Joe Nye
25:48 Jorge Rivera vs Travis Lutter
27:30 thoughts on greasing for fights 
28:29 Jorge Rivera vs Andy Landen
30:39 Jorge Rivera vs Solomon Hutcherson
31:30 getting the call from the UFC 
33:15 Jorge Rivera vs David Loiseau
36:29 Jorge Rivera vs Lee Murray 
38:36 interactions with Lee Murray 
41:23 fighting in an empty arena 
46:19 Jorge Rivera vs James Gabert
50:18 Jorge Rivera vs Mark Weir
52:22 Jorge Rivera vs Rich Franklin 
54:46 Jorge Rivera vs Alex Reid
57:44 Jorge Rivera vs Anderson Silva 
1:00:30 Promoter Mario Ramos & Zach Tesler 
1:00:57 experience with Dr Lenny Waice
1:03:23 Jorge Rivera vs Danny Vega
1:06:13 Street Wise Fight gear sponsor 
1:08:20 Ranger Up clothing sponsor 
1:11:52 Jorge Rivera vs Dennis Hallman
1:12:47 Jorge Rivera vs Chris Leben
1:14:06 cancelled bout with Alessio Sakara
1:15:16 Jorge Rivera vs Tim Williams
1:16:14 Jorge Rivera vs Kendall Grove 
1:19:01 interview wrap up 
1:19:29 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 298 Brad Imes Career Deep Dive 

Brad Imes has a story that very few can even imagine. Within 15 months of stepping into his first MMA gym, Imes found himself in the finals of The Ultimate Fighter reality show. 
Brad Imes recalls his time sparring with Tim Sylvia and Ben Rothwell at the Miletich Fighting Systems. 
Brad Imes the man tied with the most Gogoplata finishes in MMA gave us an incredible interview. 

Ep 298 Brad Imes Career Deep Dive

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
0:32 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
0:53 interview start 
5:05 beginnings in MMA
7:50 having vertigo after cracked skull 
11:05 Cardio training for fights 
14:29 becoming a fighter 
16:59 Brad Imes vs Terroll Dees
18:07 Brad Imes vs Jeremy Freitag
23:16 alleged bout with Frank Slaughter
24:48 Brad Imes vs Lance Pele
26:14 Brad Imes vs Mike Dexter
29:55 trying out for TUF season 2 
35:36 filming timeline for TUF
38:01 living in TUF house 
40:43 Brad Imes vs Rob MacDonald
43:24 getting pick last on TUF 
45:41 Brad Imes vs Seth Petruzelli
47:33 thoughts on Matt Hughes 
49:25 training with Jeremy Horn 
51:36 friendship with Ben Rothwell 
52:49 training with Justin Eilers
53:49 Miletich camp toughness 
56:32 Tony Fryklund 
58:40 training with Josh Neer 
59:13 Brad Imes vs Rashad Evans
1:02:26 Brad Imes vs Dan Christianson
1:06:28 Nick Diaz and Joe Riggs hospital fight 
1:07:41 getting cut from the UFC 
1:08:42 incorrectly listed fights on record 
1:09:02 injuring knee 
1:11:53 Brad Imes vs Greg Hammer
1:16:44 Brad Imes vs Heath Hearing 
1:20:57 Vince Lucero
1:21:18 Brad Imes vs Zach Jenson
1:24:36 cancelled bout with Rueben Villarreal
1:26:27 capturing 2 gogoplatas as a heavyweight 
1:28:37 Brad Imes vs Roy Nelson 
1:30:54 dealing with brain trauma after fighting 
1:33:15 current life 
1:38:57 interview wrap up 
1:39:15 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 297 Brian McLaughlin Deep Dive 

Brian McLaughlin is one of the sports unsung heroes; most widely known as Jim Miller’s BJJ coach, Brian takes us through some incredible highs when competing against names such as Wilson Reis and Ryan Hall.  

We also hit a few controversial topics like Gene Simco, Dillon Danis and the often times “hard attitudes” of the Atlantic Northeast. 

It’s a great listen with a legend of the sport 

0:00 MMA history podcast intro  
2:49 Joey Venti’s guest introduction 
3:13 interview start 
5:14 connecting with Jim Miller 
11:49 experience with the Diaz brothers 
14:00 early BJJ coach 
34:03 disclosure clearing up accusation 
38:23 exposing fake black belts 
39:52 experience with Dillon Danis 
44:09 Dillon Danis career defining injuries 
46:52 Mike Davis interaction with Dillon Danis
48:58 Dillon Danis reaction to criticism 
54:01 training prior to first fight 
57:38 training with Dan Sanchez
58:57 training with Shawn Alvarez 
1:02:16 experience with Lou Neglia 
1:03:32 Brian McLaughlin vs Carmine Zocchi 
1:08:46 Brian McLaughlin vs Ryan Hall 
1:13:16 donating prize money from Ryan Hall match 
1:16:14 thoughts on Lloyd Irving 
1:18:28 Lloyd Irving addressing allegations 
1:21:00 gyms running as a MLM 
1:22:51 Brian McLaughlin vs Mike Tierney 
1:26:04 Brian McLaughlin vs David Sachs 
1:28:52 trying out for TUF 
1:31:57 Brian McLaughlin vs Brandon Garner 
1:41:37 Brian McLaughlin vs Rene Nazare 
1:47:51 not having a fight manager 
1:49:02 offered fight with Edson Barboza 
1:50:21 Brian McLaughlin vs Wilson Reis 
1:57:52 mentally losing fights 
2:02:29 dealing with Gary Foreman 
2:06:36 Brian McLaughlin vs Luis Felix 
2:11:34 Sherdog picture 
2:13:14 interview wrap up 
2:14:50 outro/ closing thoughts 


Ep 297 Brian McLaughlin

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Ep 296 Jeremy Horn Early 2000’s 

Jeremy Horn joins us again to discuss a part of his career that saw him do battle with a who’s who of the worlds best fighters. 
Imagine a 24 month period of fighting Antonio Nogueira, Yoshihisa Yamamoto, Kiyosho Tamura, Ricardo Arona 2x, Eugene Jackson, Randy Couture & Akira Shoji… that is what we discuss in this episode. 
Jeremy Horn also gives his opinion on some of the lasting conflicts within the Miletich Fighting Systems

Ep 296 Jeremy Horn Fighting in the early 2000’s

 0:00 MMA history podcast intro 
0:33 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
0:50 interview start 
1:24 gyms having coaches that don’t compete 
3:14  creating strategy’s for fighters 
6:22 Robbie Lawler vs Evan Tanner 
9:01 Tim Sylvia comments about Matt Hughes 
11:35 First time training Tim Sylvia 
13:13 Mark Hughes weigh in rumor 
14:47 oppon
15:50 Jeremy Horn vs John Marsh 
17:31 Jeremy Horn vs Nogueira 
22:58 Jeremy Horn vs Yoshi Yamamoto
24:21 Don Frye comment 
24:53 Jeremy Horn vs Kiyoshi Tamura 
26:35 Jeremy Horn vs Ricardo Arona 
28:42 Jeremy Horn vs Eugene Jackson 
29:55 Jeremy Horn vs Chris Haseman
30:35 Jeremy Horn vs Randy Couture 
34:35 UFC bringing back Jeremy Horn 
35:16 Jeremy Horn vs Elvis Sinosic
35:57 Jens Pulver Matt Hughes mutual opponents 
37:26 BJ Penn grease rumors 
37:51 having a style that worked well in Japan 
40:43 Jeremy Horn vs Ricardo Arona rematch 
42:17 strength of Steve Rusk 
44:22 Laverne Clark ring IQ 
48:23 sparring with Laverne Clark 
51:01 payment issues with Brad Kholer 
53:25 Jeremy Horn vs Dan Theodore 
56:58 Jeremy Horn vs Akira Shoji 
58:00 Jeremy Horn vs Gilbert Yvel 
1:00:05 Jeremy Horn vs Chalid Arrab 
1:01:26 fighting in the Dutch MMA scene 
1:04:00 thankful for the fight game 
1:05:15 Tyrone Robert’s 
1:07:00 Josh Neer 
1:07:42 Jason Black 
1:08:47 interview wrap up 
1:09:21 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 295 Josh Neer BEFORE the UFC 

Josh Neer burst onto the professional scene boasting a record that had just under 100 amateur fights. 

Neer’s MMA journey had him training in Canada with Joe Doerkson as well as many years at the Miletich Fighting Systems 

Chris Lytle joins us on this fantastic listen documenting the Indy grind of the Midwest 

Ep 295 Josh Neer BEFORE the UFC 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:36 interview start 
3:06 amateur career 
7:10 experience at Toad Hollar
8:22 early training 
11:34 Josh Neer vs Houston Alexander 
14:52 receiving nick name “the dentist”
16:10 not paid for bare knuckle fight 
19:02 turning pro in MMA 
21:18 Josh Neer vs Anthony Smith 
23:16 turning down GSP fight due to name value 
27:17 Josh Neer vs Joe Jordan 
29:18 Josh Neer vs Joe Chacon 
31:03 Josh Neer vs Spencer Fisher
33:05 relationship with Jeremy Stephens 
34:50 Jeremy Stephen’s vs Mike Perry 
38:13 Miletich camp initiation 
43:16 50 fight club mentality 
46:03 Josh Neer vs Kyle Jensen 
46:56 Josh Neer vs Anthony Macias 
47:49 Josh Neer vs David Gardner 
48:45 Josh Neer vs Mark Bear 
51:23 Josh Neer vs Derrick Noble 
52:36 Jeff Perez boxing coach 
53:43 student Johnny Hopper 
54:50 Josh Neer vs Todd Kiser 
56:17 not matched properly in the UFC 
56:58 relationship with the Diaz brothers 
59:19 training cardio at a high level 
1:00:27 interview wrap up
1:00:56 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 294 Brock Larson BEFORE the UFC 

50 Fight Club member Brock Larson is a stand out fighter from the tough Midwest grind. 
Larson started his career as a training partner to Sean Sherk and advanced himself to being a top 5 ranked fighter. 
Dave Menne, Brock Lesnar & Brad Kohler are all talked about with some killer stories. 

Ep 294 Brock Larson BEFORE the UFC 
 
0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:36 interview start 
1:39 starting wrestling at an early age 
3:36 plugs/ promotions
4:35 beginnings in MMA 
7:33 training with Sean Sherk
12:10 Sean Sherk vs Matt Hughes 
12:45 training with Matt Hughes 
13:59 connecting with Dave Camarillo 
15:14 Brock Larson vs Josh Hartwell 
17:55 Brock Larson vs Luke Caudillo
21:47 compliment from Brock Lesnar 
23:00 starting career at 185lbs 
23:59 Brock Larson vs Kyle Olsen 
27:13 relationship with Travis Fulton 
28:59 starting fight career with 3 straight wins
31:40 8 man tournament in Oklahoma 
32:59 ICC trials event 
34:16 Brock Larson vs Alex Gasson
36:31 Brock Larson vs James Fuller 
37:56
38:36 fighting with a manager 
41:44 Nick Gamba and Jeff Paul
45:39 never fighting Josh Neer 
48:47 Josh Neer vs Nick Thompson
49:53  Nick Thompson career highlights 
54:04 Brock Larson vs Stephan Potvin 
56:50 Brock Larson vs Miguel Cooley 
57:49 training with Dave Menne 
1:00:27 training with Kyle Jensen 
1:01:35 experience with Jacob Vulkman 
1:03:43 Damarques Johnson 
1:05:23 Brock Larson vs Ryan Jensen 
1:08:39 winning an 8 man tournament 
1:12:22 Nick Thompson vs Josh Neer
1:14:46 Brock Larson vs Jon Fitch 
1:20:23 student Adam McDonough
1:23:25 student Angel Pacheco 
1:24:15 Brock Larson vs Kenneth Allen 
1:27:28 WEC fighters compared to UFC fighters
1:30:28 Brad Kohler faking heart attack 
1:33:43 being a 50 fight club member 
1:34:37 interview wrap up 
1:35:48 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 293 Ant Evans 2008 UFC Media Relations 

The year 2008 was a wild year for the UFC; it featured 3 of the largest grossing PPV’s in company history and some incredible main events. 

Ant Evans returns to the show to discuss what took place in 2008 and share never heard from before stories from an incredible era. 

Ep 293 Ant Evans 2008 UFC Media Relations

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:34 interview start 
8:22 Roger Huerta training issues 
13:44 Roger Huerta burying the UFC
15:54 The “Irish hand grenade” controversy 
20:28 UFC reaction to Affliction event 
23:47 Affliction attorney working for the UFC
25:49 Affliction event music performance 
26:40 Super fight league failure 
28:04 UFC lawsuits 
30:26 Sean Sherk testing positive for PEDs
33:25 UFC popularity in the UK 
36:56 Randy couture turns down Nogueira fight 
37:49 Brock Lesnar wanting to fight in the UFC
41:07 Frank Mir Joe Silva friendship 
42:22 Tim Sylvia arm break 
44:15 Frank Mir fight career decline 
48:26 Dan Henderson vs Anderson Silva 
51:14 redesigning the UFC belt
52:55 Randy Couture threatening retirement 
55:46 UFC 83 breaking attendance record 
57:36 Art Davie inducted into UFC HOF
1:00:40 UFC HOF mistakes 
1:05:29 Art Davie UFC founder plaque 
1:08:25 Bob Meyrowitz no showing UFC HOF 
1:11:00 online criticism over UFC HOF
1:16:11 Mike Tyson speech 
1:19:05 certain media banned from the UFC 
1:20:50 calling Joe Silva 
1:21:52 issues with bringing in Gilbert Yvel 
1:24:03 Matt Lindland fake tapping 
1:25:47 UFC 85 Bedlam
1:33:51 owning domain names of fighters 
1:35:27 Jon Jones UFC debut 
1:36:25 UFC ppv sales 
1:37:59 Brock Lesnar vs Alistair Overeem
1:45:09 UFC name, image, and likeness contracts 
1:46:08 Forrest Griffin vs Rashad Evans 
1:50:03 UFC trivia questions 
1:52:31 interview wrap up/ outro

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Ep 292 Shark Tank with Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez 

Shark Tank owner Eddy Millis and Jay Martinez are two influential members of the early NHB movement in California  

Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez share their stories from an era that is referred to as the golden era of Mixed Martial Arts 

Ep 292 Shark Tank w/ Eddy Millis & Jay Martinez 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:41 interview start 
2:02 beginnings in jiu jitsu 
5:30 early NHB fights 
7:39 having bare knuckle fights in the gym 
9:11 California being a hub for fighting 
10:55 kickboxing in Europe 
11:49 Jay Martinez fight record 
13:45 Genki Sudo
15:26 Jay Martinez joining the Shark tank 
17:13 taking short notice fights 
19:17 fighting in Hawaii 
21:13 struggles fighting in Mexico 
24:20 using leg locks early in MMA 
27:32 Jay Martinez vs Andy Wang 
34:01 Jay Martinez vs Justin Davis 
35:51 fighting under headbutt rule set 
38:13 pancrase blue envelope 
39:14 Phyllis Lee in Japan 
40:29 American spy in Japanese locker room 
43:06 Roppongi story 
44:12 Jason Delucia
44:55 training Gary Goodridge 
45:37 finding Mighty Mo
48:25 Training Kimo Leopoldo 
52:06 Bob Sapp story 
54:18 K1 fighters gambling entire fight purse 
55:18 Jay Martinez fight pay
57:37 Bob Sapp walking away from fight 
58:19 experience in the Netherlands 
1:02:42 Mark Hall issues with Ken Shamrock 
1:05:06 training at the Lions den 
1:07:16 Lions den initiation process 
1:08:42 Jay Martinez experience with Ken Shamrock 
1:14:17 Mark Coleman sparring at the Lions den 
1:16:20 interactions with Bob Shamrocks 
1:16:42 connecting with the Lions Den
1:20:03 Joe Son story 
1:21:37 Rafiel Torre story  
1:25:38 Gerald Strebendt 
1:25:53 Cameron Earl 
1:27:13 experience with Bobby Hoffman 
1:32:00 fighter quitting after 1 hit 
1:34:00 dealings with Ryan Greg 
1:34:43 Travis Fulton controversy 
1:37:48 training John Alessio 
1:38:27 Pete Cunningham 
1:39:24 training Josh Hall 
1:43:06 Airplane ride story 
1:44:11 Danny Fowl 
1:46:08 interview wrap up 
1:50:30 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 291 Mac Danzig UFC Years 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:32 interview start 
3:44 plugs/ promotions 
6:27 jiu jitsu for the current generation 
8:54 backroom bonus from the UFC 
12:02 Mac Danzig vs Josh Neer 
15:16 suffering 3 straight losses in the UFC
18:26 opportunities from Joe Silva 
21:12 firing Monte Cox as a manager 
23:17 moving to Los Angeles 
26:31 Hoelzer Reich clothing controversy 
37:28 coached by Gil Martinez and Gray Maynard
40:46 Jay Hieron and Myke Pile 
45:32 Mac Danzig vs Matt Wiman
53:36 Mac Danzig vs Joe Stevenson
1:02:31 cancelled bout with Cowboy Cerrone 
1:07:40 coach Shawn Tompkins passes away 
1:14:28 Mac Danzig vs Matt Wiman
1:19:09 coaches that never competed 
1:25:40 Chad George vs Scott Jorgensen 
1:27:15 reconnecting with Rico Chiaperelli 
1:32:44 Mac Danzig vs Efrain Escudero
1:40:44 fighters not fighting full potential in gym 
1:43:40 having a high ring IQ 
1:47:08 offering to fight in BKFC
1:48:46 female fighter contracts 
1:54:11 interview wrap up
1:54:33 outro/ closing thoughts

Mac Danzig joins us for a 3rd time abs we dig into the start of his UFC career. 
There is a reason Danzig has been joined us 3x and this interview does not disappoint. 
We discuss Joe Stevenson, Matt Wiman, Shawn Tompkins as well as his training partners Jay Hieron & Mike Pyle. 
This is an awesome listen 


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Ep 290 Kazja Kage Kombat & Conspiracy 

When it comes to pioneers of the early No Holds Barred days, the name Kazja is associated with both progress and controversy. 

Kazja gave us a look at what it was like to be on the front lines fighting the athletic commissions tooth and nail on every decision and how he was able to subvert their system. 

Some of the sports biggest names attended and participated in his events and in this interview we remember what is considered the sports “Golden Era” 

Ep 290 Kazja Kaged Kombat & Conspiracy

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:45 interview start 
1:46 plugs/ promotions 
4:17 introduction to submission fighting 
8:04 first MMA event Kazja hosted 
12:00 inspiration behind octagon cage 
13:25 shoot fighter movie using cage 
17:55 dealings with Joe Son 
22:47 stick fighting tournament 
23:58 Tapout similar logo to MatRat clothing
28:13 screwed on deal by Charles Mask Lewis 
32:56 relationship with Punkass 
34:30 relationship with Scrape 
36:23 struggles hosting first event 
43:43 Beau Hershberger 
44:48 cops showing up after event 
48:32 thoughts on cobra fighting championship 
52:38 Hitman fight promotions 
53:39 Ryan Chenoweth
55:55 LA times covering fight event 
1:00:55 dealings with Joe Pardo 
1:02:35 experience with Tracy Hess 
1:04:39 Erica Montoya
1:10:58 thoughts on Ryan Greg 
1:11:14 thoughts on Jeremy Williams 
1:12:10 Karo Parisian early start 
1:15:18 Harout Terzyan
1:16:54 Kanji Ishibashi
1:17:05 Toby Imada 
1:17:52 Sean Loeffler
1:18:39 Rafiel Torre 
1:19:15 Lodune Sincaid
1:19:56 Brian Peterson
1:20:06 Extreme Pancrase 1
1:23:53 fallout with Ryan Channel 
1:25:22 Jeremy Jackson 
1:27:09 Joe Moriera vs Joe Son
1:30:37 Shamrock 2000
1:32:09 Jason Maxwell 
1:32:43 Toby Imada taking tough fights 
1:34:54 Shannon Ritch
1:37:07 Mike Bitonio 
1:38:17 backstage at WCC event 
1:41:29 dealings with Armando Garcia 
1:45:52 John Matua vs Tank Abbott 
1:48:02 interview wrap up 
1:50:31 outro/ closing thoughts 


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Ep 289 Cecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Deep Dive

Cecil Peoples joins us to discuss the developmental days of mixed martial arts and its transition into modern day fighting. 

We delve into stories about Frank Dux, Zane Frazier and the reputation of Gene LeBell

Herb Dean sat in on this special episode with a true pioneer of the sport Cecil Peoples 

Ep 289 Cecil Peoples w/ Herb Dean Career Deep Dive  

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:41 interview start 
2:00 beginnings in martial arts 
4:44 drafted in to the Army 
5:58 Reffed the 1st Muay Thai rule event in USA 
9:06 Herb Dean meeting Cecil Peoples 
12:22 Cecil Peoples importance to martial arts 
14:04 Herb Dean becoming a referee 
16:09 Herb Dean on growing as a referee 
18:55 Tim Sylvia arm break 
26:25 Antonio Nogueira snapped arm 
28:50 having to pull fighters off during submission 
32:24 Manson Gibson
35:50 Cyrille Diabate vs Rick Roufus
38:45 watching the first UFC on tv
39:58 Zane Frazier vs Frank Dux 
52:55 Steven Seagal $50k challenge 
54:16 Gene LeBell’s reputation 
1:00:19 auditioning for a movie 
1:04:47 understanding Jiu Jitsu before UFC 
1:08:35 interactions with the Shamrocks 
1:10:43 Erik Paulson 
1:13:25 John McCarthy becoming involved in UFC
1:18:58 thoughts on Ron Van Clief 
1:22:00 Harold Haward and Bart Vale 
1:23:00 Ray Wizard in the UFC 
1:25:41 Count Donte 
1:31:14 Eric Paulson vs James Warring 
1:32:04 Herb Dean pulled over for speeding 
1:33:57 interview wrap up 
1:36:42 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 288 Homer Moore Career & Controversy 

Homer Moore started him MMA journey with a Richard Hamilton who was a criminal coach enrolled in the witness protection program

He later connected with Sammy the Bull Gravano where he was arrested for an over a decade old m*rder

Homer Moore takes us through these troubling times while also addressing why he tried to street fight Rick Roufus, getting targeted at the Lions Den and the truth about the notorious rigged fight involving Chael Sonnen. 

This interview is insane….
 
Ep 288 Homer Moore Career and Controversy 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast intro 
1:14 guest introduction
1:36 interview start 
1:40 learning wrestling early on 
3:14 team mates with Frank Trigg
4:38 losing to Ray Miller at the Olympic qualifiers 
12:59 never receiving invite for the RAW team 
14:27 experience with Frank Trigg 
19:59 training with Richard Hamilton
25:42 true side of Richard Hamilton 
36:39 Homer Moore vs Dan Severn 
39:10 first fight off record 
41:23 training at the lions den 
45:34 Tied with the motorcycle gang Devil Dogs
50:32 experience with Sammy Gravano 
54:39 Devil Dogs arrest in 2004
1:00:09 becoming a male stripper 
1:04:20 Homer Moore vs David Harris
1:06:34 getting shot at 
1:08:27 Homer Moore vs Kauai Kupihea
1:09:51 being offered alcohol in Mexico 
1:11:47 Homer Moore vs Shane Johnson
1:13:34 Homer Moore vs Allen Sullivan
1:14:37 fighters pulling out before match 
1:15:32 picking a fight with Rick Roufus
1:19:21 having to be separated from Ricardo Texiera
1:21:08 sparring at the Lions Den before fight 
1:27:08 injuring ankle before Evan Tanner fight 
1:35:10 post fight comment about Jiu Jitsu 
1:37:05 murder investigation from 1999
1:38:01 wrongfully arrested in 2013 
1:46:23 held in jail for 2 years 
1:48:24 corruption in the justice system 
1:58:57 yelling racial slurs at Benson Henderson 
2:00:07 beef with Joe Riggs 
2:02:02 Homer Moore vs Jim Theobold
2:05:50 training with Igor Zinoviev
2:06:17 Homer Moore vs Chael Sonnen
2:14:59 Homer Moore vs Jeremy Horn
2:16:14 outro/ closing thoughts 

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Ep 287 Apy Echteld M1 Global & Fedor

Apy Echteld comes from the rich history of the famous Dutch promotion 2 Hot 2 Handle as well as managing Fedor Emelianenko 

Echteld walks us through an incredibly difficult year for M1 (2010) while also balancing the management aspects of Fedor. 

The questions in this interview are not easy to answer and the stress that Echteld dealt with comes though in his answers. 

This is a peak behind the scenes that we never expected the ability to record 

Ep 287 Apy Echteld M1 & Fedor

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast intro 
1:14 guest introduction
1:41 interview start 
2:26 differences between mafias 
4:31 Japanese promotions going to war
6:26 Fuji TV competing event against Inoki
8:02 Fedor Emelianenko pay for fights 
8:40 using K1 to promote Sambo 
10:07 interactions with Vladimir Pogodin
11:04 managing Gegard Mousasi
14:05 fighters becoming jealous
15:41 Dana whites comments on Fedor Emelianenko
16:45 why Fedor Emelianenko never made it to the UFC
17:25 dealings with Obat Savitsky
19:15 conflicts bringing Pride Bushido to Europe
21:24 being aware of Pride FC’s decline 
23:33 Sakikibara never charged for a crime 
25:19 offers for fixed fights 
27:33 signing Fedor Emelianenko to BoDog
29:21 Randy Couture Fedor Emelianenko photoshoot 
31:19 Fedor Emelianenko’s intentions after Pride FC
36:18 Mitchell Maxwell part of K1 purchase 
39:15 Monte Cox CEO and president of M1 Global  
42:03 story behind the Affliction photoshoot 
44:50 Affliction attorney also working for UFC 
45:21 potential location for Emelianenko vs Couture 
47:55 Bas Boon’s attempt to land Fedor Emelianenko 
48:47 dealings with Miro Mijatovic
50:13 Miro Mijatovic death threats of contract 
52:33 relationship with Vadim Finkelchtein
53:40 relationship with Jerry Millen
54:07 revisiting the UFC contract negotiations 
56:28 UFC creating Conflict with Apy Echteld
1:04:50 thoughts on Mousasi
1:09:29 Dutch Mafia having experience  
1:11:00 asking Alistair Overeem to take steroid test 
1:11:37 M1 Global conflict with Strike Force 
1:13:54 M1 Global financial struggles 
1:15:23 Fedor Emelianenko M1 public stock
1:17:59 secret service taking pictures of crowd 
1:20:53 Cindy Dandois vs Yana santos
1:21:54 M1 Global ending relationship with Strike Force 
1:23:30 MMA not developing
1:28:49 2 hot 2 handle  
1:31:00 Netherlands issues with Bareknuckle fighting
1:32:54 experience with Bob Schrijber 
1:34:00 Bob Schrijber vs Gilbert Yvel 
1:44:32 Ernesto Hoost vs ring announcer 
1:45:12 interview wrap up/ outro

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Ep 286 Gan McGee Career Deep Dive 

Gan McGee takes us through his career that had him in a world title fight while also watching his Teamate Chuck Lidell become the sports first global superstar. 

Once again legendary coach John Hackleman sits in on another interview featuring one of his prized athletes. 

Ep 286 Gan McGee Career Deep Dive

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:37 interview start 
1:57 wrestling champ in college 
7:03 California having good fighters?????
7:29 connecting with John Hackleman
8:25 Glover Teixeira vs Eric Schwartz at gym 
10:02 John Hackleman intro 
11:25 first time seeing Gan McGee enter gym 
14:27 Chuck Liddell drawing people into the gym 
16:16 fighting navy seals on the street 
20:06 Chuck Liddell in a street fight 
21:40 Chris Kyle involved in street fight 
23:02 Gan McGee vs Sam Adkins
26:39 Gan McGee vs Rickey Herro
27:32 Gan McGee vs Aaron Brink
29:06 Marc Hall as a promoter 
30:08 Aaron Brink controversies 
31:59 cross training at different gyms 
37:09 American Top Team funding opportunities 
39:20 IFC 8 man tournament 
41:39 Gan McGee vs Paul Buentello
42:13 Knees to grounded opponent banned 
44:47 the Gan McGee rule 
47:00 Gan McGee vs Josh Barnett
50:43 discovering Gan McGee has asthma
51:53 Gan McGee vs Rocky Batastin
54:29 Gan McGee vs Seth Petruzelli
56:33 never fighting in KOTC
58:07 interactions with Dana White 
59:19 expectations of the WEC 
1:02:13 Gan McGee vs Ron Faircloth
1:03:57 difficulties finding fights 
1:05:51 Gan McGee vs Pedro Rizzo
1:09:20 Gan McGee vs Alexandre Dantas
1:10:12 Gan McGee vs Tim Sylvia 
1:11:55 Tim Sylvia testing positive after fight for PEDs 
1:14:33 getting dropped from the UFC 
1:18:15 Gan McGee vs Heath Hearing
1:24:31 interactions with Corey Peterson 
1:25:23 John Hackleman experience in Japan 
1:26:42 Gan McGee vs Semmy Schilt
1:29:03 avoiding interviews after fighting career
1:31:06 sparring with Glover Teixeira
1:33:00 favorite fight career memory 
1:33:42 interview wrap up 
1:34:06 outro/closing thoughts 


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Ep 285 Ant Evans 2007 UFC Deep Dive

Ant Evans spent 13 years working administratively for the UFC under  the capacity of media manager and Fight Pass president. 

In his first ever interview; Ant gives us an incredible look into what was being said behind the scenes when the UFC became the global leader of mixed martial arts. 

This is an interview of the year candidate and we hope that you enjoy it as much as we did. 

Ep 285 Ant Evans UFC 2007 Deep Dive. 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast  intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:31 interview start 
3:02 the UFC in 2007 
4:20 plugs/ promotions 
6:58 Rickey Hatton dealings 
8:25 discovering the UFC early on 
10:17 UFC 38 almost banned 
11:03 Lee Murray Tito Ortiz street fight 
17:54 backlash for working for the UFC
26:00 Andy Geer pre fight interviews 
28:11 threats by Dave O’Donnell 
30:26 UFC destroying cctv of Murray Ortiz street fight 
33:09 UK fighters coming from street backgrounds 
37:43 Kara Parisyan dealing with addiction
39:26 Nick Diaz issues with anxiety 
44:22 Dana White and Tito Ortiz friendship 
48:40 Connor McGregor bus incident 
52:31 ADCC fight pass deal controversy 
1:04:14 Dana White denying BKFC on fight pass 
1:05:42 UFC announces buying Pride FC
1:09:13 accused of leaking UFC fights 
1:10:54 leaks coming from Ryan Bennetts emails 
1:14:49 introducing the UFC hall of fame 
1:23:19 Frank Shamrock ruining his UFC hall of fame 
1:29:34 negotiations with Frank Shamrock 
1:37:31 why John Perretti is not in UFC Hall of fame 
1:41:38 Jeff Osborne UFC contributions 
1:42:01 Melvin Guillard testing positive for cocaine 
1:44:05 Matt Serra vs GSP 
1:44:50 Dana white refusing HBO commentary 
1:46:32 Lorenzo Fertitta trusting Dana White 
1:48:15 Joe Rogan signing with UFC 
1:50:28 Michael Bisping receiving threats 
1:54:25 criticism from John McCain
1:56:47 Babalu refusing to let go of submission 
2:02:09 Randy Couture walking out of the UFC
2:03:01 Pride FC closing their doors
2:05:42 Fedor Emelianenko UFC negotiations
2:10:24 Affliction MMA teaser 
2:12:12 Ant Evans look alike does MMA fight 
2:13:27 interview wrap up/ Outro


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Ep 284 Bas Boon Golden Glory & Yakuza 

Legendary manager Bas Boon takes us through the incredibly dangerous behind the scenes from one of the world’s most dominant gyms as well as transitioning to having to deal with the Pride FC and the Japanese Yakuza. 

The Golden Glory gym had gangland type hits, internal fighting and a global reputation for NOT being an organization to oppose. 

Bas Boon leaves no stone unturned in this incredibly personal look into his business dealings. 

Ep 284 Bas Boon Golden Glory & Yakuza 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 Lytes out intro 
1:14 guest introduction
1:21 interview start 
1:30 dealing with different Mafia’s
13:21 relationships with Ari Pols
14:02 thoughts on Ron Nyqvist
17:47 Ron Nyqvist issues with Rob & Erik Driesson
33:15 Ron Nyqvist dealing ecstasy
34:25 Ron Nyqvist turning into a rat 
42:06 Ron Nyqvist liquidating himself 
47:27 personality of Ron Nyqvist 
48:15 koos Hertogs
49:02 Karate Bob
49:39 relationship with Frederico Lapenda
50:21 IFC Ukraine event 
54:10 dealings with Andy Anderson 
55:25 issues with Too hot to handle
1:00:08 Escort service owner story 
1:03:41 friendship with Thom Harinck
1:07:28 using a different name to pay for room service 
1:09:10 Branko Cikatic money collector 
1:09:54 Mark Kerr vs Branko Cikatic 
1:11:08 singing to the wrong Yakuza 
1:14:22 Branko Cikatic trouble with Pride rules 
1:15:16 
1:16:21 dealings with Vadim Finkelstein
1:17:31 Japanese promotion war 
1:21:58 alleged fake fights in Japan 
1:23:42 attendance numbers at fighting events 
1:26:41 relationship with Appy Etcheld
1:28:02 thoughts on Martjin Dejong
1:29:36 UFC releases due to “unusual business practices”
1:35:11 Dennis Stojnic UFC signing 
1:39:43 Dennis Stojnic incident in Serbia 
1:42:40 Alister Overeem departing from Golden Glory
1:44:41 Fedor Emelianenko training with Ernesto Hoost 
1:45:39 Fedor Emelianenko not aware of K1 offer 
1:50:13 Pride FC Yakuza issues 
1:52:12 Sakakibara avoiding criminal charges 
1:55:14 interview wrap up 
2:03:06 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 283 Jason Von Flue Career Deep Dive 

Jason Von Flue made a name for himself on the Ultimate Fighter Season 2; his appearance thar was somewhat controversial due to how he was treated on the show. 

An original member of The Pit fight team Jason recalls his time watching Chuck Lidell become the sports biggest superstar 

This is Jason Von Flue’s first ever podcast and to say that this was a difficult get… would be an understatement; we hope that you enjoyed this as much as we did. 

Ep 283 Jason Von Flue Career Deep Dive 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 Lytes out intro 
1:14 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
1:35 interview start 
2:53 beginnings in MMA 
7:40 early training partners 
11:08 getting into bar fights 
16:52 Chuck Liddell vs Noe Hernandez 
19:12 realizing Chuck Liddell was a superstar 
22:57 UFC golden era fighters 
24:19 Dana White managing Chuck Liddell
25:38 fighting 2 times at submission factory 
31:59 IFC 8 man tournament
41:55 Jason Von Flue vs Dave Marinoble
43:38 relationship with Paul Smith 
44:56 Jason Von Flue vs Toby Imada
49:16 Jason Von Flue vs Savant Young
51:34 Gan McGee
53:18 promoter Mark Hall 
54:14 inner gender MMA belt 
57:09 Jason Von Flue vs Mark Volz
59:37 Chuck Liddell UFC opponents 
1:01:27 Chuck Liddell vs Babalu
1:03:15 experience with Tito Ortiz 
1:04:54 avoiding street fights 
1:06:48 Chuck Liddell understanding fans 
1:09:00 plugs/promotions 
1:10:23 Jason Von Flue vs Erik Meaders
1:12:08 cabbage vs Aaron Brink 
1:13:45 problem with modern UFC
1:15:21 Abe Baxter story 
1:19:11 feeling a punch from Chuck Liddell
1:21:37 Jason Von Flue vs Ronald Jhun
1:23:35 Jason Von Flue vs Jim Walker
1:25:55 Jason Von Flue vs Bob Ostovich
1:28:06 how TUF changed fight coaches 
1:34:10 taking a 2 year break from fighting 
1:34:47 creating the Von Flue choke 
1:39:40 Brian Sleeman vs Chris Leben
1:41:15 Von Flue Choke explained 
1:42:29 plugs/ promotions 
1:43:51 Jason Von Flue vs Mac Danzig 
1:48:06 Jason Von Flue vs Nick Davanzo
1:51:53 becoming a cast member for TUF 2
1:59:51 going home after TUF 2 filming 
2:02:33 Jason Von Flue vs Jorge Gurgel
2:08:48 training with Matt Hughes 
2:11:16 Jason Von Flue vs Alex Karalexis
2:13:32 Jason Von Flue vs Luke Stewart 
2:15:07 relationship with Ryan Bennett 
2:16:03 Jason Von Flue vs Luke Cummo
2:18:09 relationship with Glover Teixeira 
2:19:47 Jason Von Flue vs Eric Wray 
2:22:36 Jason Von Flue vs Cung Lee
2:24:23 interview wrap up 
2:29:23 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 282 Antonio Banuelos Career Deep Dive 

Antonio Banuelos is a pioneer of the 135# weight class; he was the WEC champion prior to the weight class existing in the UFC 
Banuelos takes us through his career as well as what it was like to live with Chuck Lidell at the height of his fighting career. 
Special Thank You to John Hackleman for once again joining us on this very special episode. 

Ep 282 Antonio Banuelos Career Deep Dive  


0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast intro 
1:14 guest introduction
1:31 interview start 
1:33 wrestling in high school 
2:54 having a fallout with coach 
3:34 transition to MMA training 
6:54 hanging out with Bo Taylor and Jake Shields 
10:20 training at SLO kick boxing 
12:51 living in a house full of fighters 
16:13 cornering Jake Shields 
17:26 plugs/ promotions 
18:51 Jason Von Flu 
20:36 cornering Casey Olson
22:37 getting a tattoo after every fight 
23:41 meeting John Hackleman 
24:58 Glover Teixeira sparring with Chuck Lidell 
28:02 Antonio Banuelos vs Daniel Garlet
31:28 fighting in the IFC 
33:58 John Hacklemen intro 
35:08 hanging out with Chris Brennan 
36:25 Antonio Banuelos vs Stephan Pauling
37:00 first impression on Antonio Banuelos 
40:53 taking a year off fighting 
43:14 Antonio Banuelos power punching 
45:54 experience with Ian McCall 
48:46 Universal above ground fighting 
53:02 stitching up opponent after fight 
54:48 Antonio Banuelos vs Jeff Bedard
56:13 Antonio Banuelos vs Jim Kikuchi
58:32 fighters from Hawaii 
1:00:40 Chuck Liddell vs Randy Couture
1:04:55 experience with Matt Horwich 
1:08:59 manager Dwane Zinkin
1:09:55 Antonio Banuelos vs Kyong Song
1:11:21 Antonio Banuelos vs Brandon Shuey
1:15:50 Antonio Banuelos vs Mike Lindquist
1:17:48 cancelled bout with Max Marin
1:19:45 Antonio Banuelos vs Justin Tavernini
1:20:44 Antonio Banuelos vs Kimihito Nonaka
1:21:50 Antonio Banuelos vs Eddie Wineland
1:23:38 Antonio Banuelos vs Cole Escovedo
1:25:15 Cobb28 clothing brand 
1:27:10 Sinister clothing sponsor 
1:28:15 war MMA promotion
1:28:45 not getting paid by Dream FC 
1:31:25 fighting on Tap out reality show 
1:33:10 hiding injuries till after fight 
1:34:09 becoming part of the pit 
1:35:10 influence from John Hackleman 
1:41:20 interview wrap up 
1:46:44 outro/ final thoughts

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Ep 281 Bas Boon Dutch Mafia & MMA 

Bas Boon is one of MMA’s  most prolific managers, his involvement in K1 & Pride FC is largely undocumented 

This interview took almost 3 years to finally track down and it guarantee’s a multi part series with a man that has made deals with mafia organizations over 3 different continents 

Ep 281 Bas Boon Dutch Mafia & MMA 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 MMA history podcast intro 
1:14 guest introduction
1:54 interview start 
2:55 issues publishing book
10:47 Semmy Schilt pushback in K1
15:15 Bob Sapp easy to market as a fighter 
16:53 Bob Sapp contract issues 
20:08 numerology behind Golden Glory 
22:04 Semmy Schilt vs Ernesto Hoost 
23:52 illegal Shin tape controversy 
28:29 dealings with promoter Simon Rutz 
32:19 Apy Etcheld hiring a hitman 
37:12 exposing Apy Etcheld on MMA forums 
42:48 Patrick Freitas defending Apy Etcheld 
43:18 drug and alcohol related crimes 
46:30 issues with Phil Baroni at UFC 37 
49:15 Karimula Barkalaev
50:48 dealings with Amar Suloev
55:02 twin brothers having different perspective 
59:12 Yakuza involvement with Pride Fc
1:06:26 thoughts on Gerard Gordeau
1:08:33 Dutch fighters having respect in Japan 
1:10:13 relationship with Jon Bluming 
1:11:19 student Chris Dolman 
1:13:40 Dirty Bob Schrijber dealing with problems 
1:16:16 Bob Schrijber vs Gilbert Yvel 
1:17:09 relationship with Andre Brilleman 
1:17:44 Negotiations with Fedor Emelianenko 
1:26:10 Little information on Bas Boon online 
1:27:20 putting K1 into bankruptcy 
1:29:54 Alistair Overeem negotiations 
1:38:20 interview wrap up 
1:40:04 outro/closing thoughts

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Ep 279 Hermes Franca Career & Controversy 

Hermes Franca fought some of the toughest guys in the world during his time at the UFC; inside the cage he seemed to be in complete control…. Outside of the cage was a different story. 
In his first interview in over a decade, Her ws joins us to talk about his career and path to a world title fight 
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Ep 279 Hermes Franca Career & Controversy 

0:00 Disclaimer 
0:56 plugs/ promotions 
1:36 Lytes out intro 
2:09 Joey Venti’s guest introduction
2:33 interview start 
3:04 beginnings in Jiu Jitsu 
5:23 connecting with American Top Team 
8:52 Hermes Franca vs Mike Brown
12:35 Hermes Franca vs Don Kaecher
13:57 Hermes Franca vs Anthony Hamlett
14:38 Hermes Franca vs Ryan Diaz
16:10 thoughts on Jeff Monson 
17:53 Hermes Franca vs Rich Crunkilton
22:25 Hermes Franca vs Caol Uno 
23:42 Hermes Franca vs Josh Thomson
26:30 Hermes Franca vs Yves Edwards
29:11 connecting with Murilo Bustamonte
32:03 fighting Manny Reyes after online argument 
35:36 returning to American Top Team 
36:27 issues at American Top Team 
38:10 first Black belt awarded at ATT
39:31 experience with Pacatau 
40:16 Hermes Franca vs Yves Edwards rematch 
41:04 Hermes Franca vs Ray Cooper 
42:42 Hermes Franca vs Ketetsu Boku 
43:30 opening up the Armory gym 
44:34 controversy around with Kurt Pellegrino
48:05 Hermes Franca vs Gabe Rudiger
51:37 Hermes Franca vs Ryan Schultz 
53:05 Joe Jordan short notice fight
55:15 Hermes Franca vs Jamie Varner 
56:41 Hermes Franca vs Nate Diaz 
1:00:09 Hermes Franca vs Spencer Fisher 
1:05:38 choosing to stay sober 
1:08:20 early life trauma 
1:11:48 popped for PEDs after Sean Sherk fight 
1:15:50 1 year suspension 
1:17:53 Hermes Franca vs Frankie Edgar 
1:18:56 giving the finger to ATT in photo 
1:21:16 Hermes Franca vs Marcus Aurilio
1:26:11 Dana White paying for knee surgery 
1:30:22 addiction to alcohol 
1:34:15 Hermes Franca vs Ferrid Kheder
1:38:16 interview wrap up 
1:40:05 outro/ closing thoughts

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Ep 278 Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive 

Roberto Traven beginnings in the sport takes us back to the war between Lita Livre & Gracie Jiu Jitsu 

Very rarely do we ever get such an early look into a time in the sport when there was such chaos. 

Phenomenal listen 

Ep 278 Roberto Traven ADCC & MMA Deep Dive 

0:00 plugs/ promotions 
0:42 Lytes out intro 
1:14 guest introduction
1:44 interview start 
1:47 plugs/ promotions 
2:48 learning Jiu jitsu at 16 
4:18 Luta Livre vs Jiu Jitsu 
4:48 Rickson Gracie vs Hugo Duarte beach fight 
10:25 interactions with Ryan Gracie 
11:55 unable to vision popularity of Jiu Jitsu 
15:32 paving the road for modern BJJ 
17:34 Rolls Gracie 
18:40 interactions with Gabi García
19:35 training with George Medhi
21:36 thoughts on Paqueta 
23:54 Injuring shoulder at the first IBJJF 
25:07 Roberto Traven vs Dave Berry
27:53 cornering Fabio Gurgel
28:31 cancelled bout with Mark Coleman due to injury 
29:44 coaching Fabio Gurgel during fights 
30:39 Absolute fighting championship 2
33:03 Don Frye cornering Leonid Efremov
34:34 Roberto Traven vs Leonardo Branco
36:01 training with Claudio Coelho
41:30 Roberto Traven vs John Machado
41:47 getting invited to ADCC 
43:26 Jeff Monson in the absolute devision 
44:09 Roberto Traven vs Hayato Sakuri
45:50 ADCC having success 
47:09 Roberto Traven vs Mario Sperry
49:25 Terere promoted to black belt after 5 years
50:23 Fabio Gurgel having keys to the gym 
50:59 Roberto Traven vs Gueorguiev Txvetkov
52:47 experience training Luta Livre 
55:39 Marco Ruas respectfully calling out Rickson Gracie 
57:10 Roberto Traven vs Dave Menne
58:07 Roberto Traven vs Tom Erickson
59:09 experience in Australia 
1:01:32 forming a super team 
1:03:44 student Ethan Garrison
1:04:21 Rory and Adam Singer
1:05:15 Mario Esfahan McCord
1:05:44 Robert Drysdale
1:06:48 Leo Vieira
1:07:16 Chris Moriarty
1:08:29 advice for Jiu Jitsu athletes 
1:10:16 interview wrap up 
1:10:29 outro/ closing thoughts 

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