Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
252 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 months ago - ★★★★★ - 30 ratingsIn-depth interviews with top performers in the UFC world. Use life lessons from these world-class athletes to win at what you're fighting for! Welcome to Fitz Nation.
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Sayif Saud on chasing what matters and getting better with age
January 21, 2024 21:00 - 40 minutes - 28.1 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation is back with friend of the show and MMA coach Sayif Saud! Sayif has become a good friend of mine over the years and I always love talking about life with him. He's the kind of guy that will always leave you feeling better, more motivated, more perceptive, or whatever you happen to need with what you're going through. It's why I always look to get him back on the show when there's a big-picture topic I am looking to discuss....
What happened to Ian Heinisch?
January 20, 2024 18:00 - 43 minutes - 30.1 MBOften times, fighters have life journeys filled with struggle and adversity. It's part of what it takes to have the mentality one needs to do what they do. Ian Heinisch is one of the best examples of a life journey that has twists and turns, ups and downs, and also shows that despite achieving success, the road does not end with an accomplishment. It just opens a new door. From getting involved with drugs, then dealing and trafficking them, then being arrested and serving hard time, Ian ...
155: Why we love the UFC & UFC 296 preview
December 14, 2023 19:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBFitz is back to talk about the three big reasons we love the UFC: 1. Action 2. Characters 3. Stories He then goes over how all of these apply to UFC 296 and the many storylines coming up on Saturday, how he wants Colby Covington to change, his potential fight of the year nobody is talking about and more! Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
154: Arman Tsarukyan's A+ at UFC Austin, Ian Garry has already won
December 05, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 27.3 MBFitz Nation is back with some fight talk as Fitz chats about his weekend at UFC Austin, Arman Tsarukyan's impressive performance in the main event, the mental clarity shown by fighters that Fitz talked to during fight week, and how Ian Garry has already won before his fight at UFC 296. Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
153: UFC Austin Preview, is Bobby Green the next Masvidal? & Middleweight matchmaking
November 27, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 49.3 MBOn this episode, Fitz welcomes producer and jiu jitsu purple belt Spencer Shackel to the show. The guys recap Thanksgiving weekend and then look ahead to a massive fight night at UFC Austin. What's at stake for Beneil Dariush in this week's main event vs. Arman Tsarukyan? Is Bobby Green the next Jorge Masvidal break through fighting star? Fitz also tells a couple of fun Jalin Turner stories as he steps in for the co-main event on short notice. The guys then talk about the fluidity of th...
Fighting Nerd: An Interview with Caio Borralho
October 30, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 28 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Welcome to another episode of Fitz Nation as I sit down with Brazil's Caio Borralho! Caio takes us through his evolution as a Fighting Nerd, revealing how he transformed his fear of confrontation into a badge of honor. With raw honesty, he discusses the importance of maintaining his authentic self amidst the glamour and brutality of MMA. This is a captivating insight into the mind of a fighter who views pressure not as...
Vicente Luque on MMA Battles, Emotional Struggles, and Personal Growth
October 28, 2023 20:00 - 41 minutes - 28.4 MBEver wondered what's going on inside a fighter's mind leading up to a match? Offering an introspective look into the emotional and mental struggles fighters face, our conversation with UFC star Vicente Luque does just that. We unravel Luque's recent UFC 294 victory and how high expectations can have profound emotional impacts. We also delve into the reactions of other fighters like Kamaru Usman and the ripple effect of Alexander Volkanovski's comments about needing a fight. Navigating throu...
USADA fallout and UFC 294 chaos
October 14, 2023 02:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBDo you ever wonder about the controversies and dynamics behind the UFC’s drug testing program? Join us for an in-depth discussion as we get real about the UFC's recent split with USADA, potential changes to the UFC's drug testing policy, and how this major shift could impact the future of the sport. Our conversation doesn't stop at drug testing. We also talk about some highly anticipated matches in UFC 294. Alexander Volkanovski's rematch with Islam Makachev and the immense pressure Kamar...
Fitz Nation LIVE on Combat Sports, Media Evolution, and What Lies Ahead
October 09, 2023 21:00 - 54 minutes - 37.8 MBFrom the impact of social media platforms like Instagram and TikTok on entertainment, to UFC 295 speculation and retirement contemplation, we've got it all covered. We are breaking down the John Jones vs. Stipe Miocic fight and discussing if it could be the biggest heavyweight fight in combat sports history. We're also exploring the implications of potential retirements and the transformation of the heavyweight division in the UFC. Lastly, we're zooming out to look at the global growth of ...
John Gooden's Spirited Ride in the UFC World
September 28, 2023 22:00 - 45 minutes - 31.5 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch I sat down with UFC commentator John Gooden, a man whose life was turned upside down by the COVID-19 pandemic. From the thrill of Fight Island to visa issues and reduced work, John invites us into his world to share his personal journey rising the ranks as an MMA commentator. John's story is a testament to resilience, perseverance and a good, old-fashioned bet on himself. John's career has been one of transitions... fro...
The Bryce Mitchell Experience: Faith, Farming and Fighting
September 17, 2023 02:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Welcome back to Fitz Nation! My special guest is none other than the one-and-only Bryce Mitchell. This episode reveals Bryce's life from being a small-town boy to being on the cusp of a significant fight against Dan Ige. Bryce's life outside the octagon is just as fascinating. At the age of 21, he started a farm and expanded it to 16 acres, a testament to his dedication and commitment. On our chat, Bryce discusses th...
Dricus Du Plessis is campaigning for his shot at a UFC title
September 13, 2023 18:00 - 31 minutes - 22 MBGet up close and personal with Dricus, the South African sensation shaking up the world of mixed martial arts. Dricus lays bare the electrifying rush he experiences in the moments leading up to a fight and reflects on his celebrated clash with Robert Whitaker, a fight that gripped the world and catapulted South African mixed martial arts into the limelight. He also shares about the burden of self-imposed expectations and the unwavering belief he harbors in his own potential. A foot injury ...
Decoding Battle Scars: Insights into Martial Arts, Military and Mind with Daniel Joseph
September 11, 2023 15:00 - 49 minutes - 34.2 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch What happens when an army veteran, psychologist, and author steps onto the mat? Join us as we unpack an intriguing conversation with Daniel Joseph about his exciting journey, exploring the intersection of military service, mental health, and martial arts. From the thrills of UFC to the grit of Jiu-Jitsu, we delve into his unique insights and how these powerful combat sports played a significant role in his life and the l...
Gilbert Burns in Singapore
August 31, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBOn this episode, I catch up with Gilbert Burns across the world in Singapore! This was my first trip overseas with the UFC in 3 years after a lot of heavy foreign travel pre-pandemic. We had a legendary main event with Max Holloway scoring a huge KO win and The Korean Zombie dropping the gloves in retirement. I caught up with top welterweight contenders Gilbert Burns before heading to the arena on Saturday to talk about what's next for him, what he's learned about world travels and what h...
UFC Tales and Global Travels: An Interview with Gilbert Burns from Singapore
August 31, 2023 13:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBOn this episode, I catch up with Gilbert Burns across the world in Singapore! This was my first trip overseas with the UFC in 3 years after a lot of heavy foreign travel pre-pandemic. We had a legendary main event with Max Holloway scoring a huge KO win and The Korean Zombie dropping the gloves in retirement. I caught up with top welterweight contenders Gilbert Burns before heading to the arena on Saturday to talk about what's next for him, what he's learned about world travels and what h...
FAQ: Fitz Answers Questions
August 21, 2023 13:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBEmail the show! Ask me a question: [email protected] Fitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch In this episode, I decide to go with a Q & A format and base it on the question I get asked the most from UFC fans, and the questions I tend to ask fighters most. The question I get the most: How did you get your job with the UFC? I answer in two parts: 1) My career journey through the world of broadcasting 2) How someone who wants the job I have can get st...
Chris Daukaus on making a big change and being objective with yourself
August 07, 2023 14:00 - 39 minutes - 26.9 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch It's a big week for Chris Daukaus who makes his light heavyweight debut in the Octagon. I always enjoy talking with Chris because he's just a laid back, fun guy who can really bring it. He is definitely that underdog type of fighter that have emerged from Philadelphia before, but he surprised a lot of people with his rise in the UFC's heavyweight division. Now, he begins anew after a losing skid but at 205 pounds. We...
Discipline & focus with Pat Sabatini
August 01, 2023 11:00 - 37 minutes - 26 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Often times, we focus on the future and the many things we want to accomplish. But what if we shifted to what we can do right now? And were only focused on the singular step or goal that would take us in the direction we want to go? That's where Pat Sabatini finds himself... 5-1 in the UFC and obviously with aspirations to take it all the way. But the single goal is to get into the rankings. After all, you can't be ...
Sayif Saud on finding the right life perspective
July 25, 2023 13:00 - 39 minutes - 27.5 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch On this episode, I sit down with my good friend and MMA head coach Sayif Saud. Sayif was on episode 3 of this podcast way back in May of 2019 and has regularly appeared. I clicked with him right away because of his ability to connect and not be afraid to talk about real life stuff. He is an incredible leader and coach for his gym Fortis MMA and any athlete he takes under his wing. We talk briefly about Brandon Moreno...
Maycee Barber, Billy Quarantillo & Adrian Yanez at UFC X
July 08, 2023 03:00 - 43 minutes - 30.2 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Fitz is joined by a trio of young UFC stars at UFC X in Las Vegas! Maycee Barber, Billy Quarantillo and Adrian Yanez have all been guests on Fitz Nation, so it was great to catch up with them in this format. I sincerely hold these three in the highest regard in terms of their skill and potential as champions and great stars of the sport. Maycee is coming off a huge win over Amanda Ribas in Jacksonville. Billy Quarant...
Dricus Du Plessis is chasing the impossible
July 05, 2023 01:00 - 34 minutes - 24.1 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Fitz is joined by UFC middleweight contender Dricus Du Plessis, who fights at UFC 290 this week in Las Vegas. Dricus is unbeaten in the UFC and finds himself in another massive fight vs. former champion Robert Whittaker. With a win, Du Plessis is basically a lock to challenge Israel Adesanya for the UFC middleweight title in his next fight and could come as soon as September. Du Plessis is an all-action fighter who h...
Evan Elder is enjoying the journey
June 27, 2023 19:00 - 34 minutes - 24 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Fitz is joined by UFC lightweight Evan Elder, who makes his 3rd appearance in the Octagon in July. Evan is coming off a Fight of the Night result vs. Nazim Sadykov, one which he technically lost after it was stopped because of a cut over his right eye. Elder was up 2-0 on all judges' scorecards, so he is looking to return for a big win. He has a great story of chasing his dream to be a pro fighter, from moving out to ...
Triathlete, Fighter and Actor Paul Felder!
June 23, 2023 01:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Paul Felder is a good buddy of mine from our time together as UFC commentators. We started working for the UFC at the same time on season 1 of Dana White's Contender Series back in 2017. Felder blossomed as a fighter during the latter stages of his career, reaching the top 10 of the lightweight division in 2019 and 2020. In this episode, he discusses why triathlon gripped him as he was done fighting as he embraces cha...
Marc Montoya talks beating cancer and acting like a world champion in life
June 19, 2023 16:00 - 41 minutes - 28.7 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Marc Montoya joins Fitz to talk about his recent battle with kidney cancer and how it put things in perspective for how he lives and coaches his team at Factory X. Montoya is a respected MMA coach who owns Factory X Muay Thai in Denver, CO that has seen a major surge in UFC athletes over the last 6 years. He helped Anthony Smith become a contender at light heavyweight and has a stable of strong UFC fighters like Dusti...
Ode Osbourne will always remember where he came from
June 09, 2023 21:00 - 38 minutes - 26.8 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch UFC flyweight Ode Osbourne joins Fitz to talk about his humble upbringing in Jamaica and why paying it forward to underprivileged youth is such an important thing for him. Osbourne found his way to combat sports through wrestling. He hosts a podcast called Wah Gwaan which features inside stories with many UFC fighters. Enjoy the episode! Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
Calvin Kattar on having a 'Head down mentality' to keep moving forward
June 01, 2023 02:00 - 34 minutes - 23.9 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch UFC contender Calvin Kattar joins Fitz to talk about his head down mentality and how embracing the process has allowed him to climb the ranks in mixed martial arts. Kattar also talks about his recovery from a recent knee injury he suffered vs. Arnold Allen and when we may next see him head in the Octagon. Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
The key to HAPPINESS with UFC welterweight Mike Malott
April 26, 2023 21:00 - 35 minutes - 24.6 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch UFC welterweight contender Mike Malott talks about his journey to MMA's highest level and the gratitude he has for the journey, his family and community of coaches that have helped him get there. Malott is off another 1st round win, something he has done in ALL of his pro victories! He is scheduled to fight Adam Fugitt at UFC 289 in Vancouver, Canada in June. Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
How UFC fighters get STRONGER with Gav Pratt
April 20, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Fitz is joined by his new friend Gav Pratt! Gav is the head strength and conditioning coach at the UFC Performance Institute in Las Vegas. He has a long resume as a top level trainer, previously serving as the strength and conditioning coach at the UFC PI in Shanghai, China. Prior to that, he worked with the Chinese National Surfing team and other Olympic athletes in China. For your own strength program designed by...
Urijah Faber hustled to live the dream
April 10, 2023 02:00 - 29 minutes - 20 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Fitz catches up with the UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber to talk about how he built his own dream job: By hustling and trying to build an MMA career, a clothing line, a gym, a team, and more. Faber has an accomplished career in the UFC and MMA, but he also has been just as impressive on the business side of it. And here's his secret: it was never about money. It was about hustling to keep his career in his passion and...
Re-inventing Yourself with Eric Nicksick
March 31, 2023 01:00 - 34 minutes - 23.5 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation merch Head coach and gym manager of Xtreme Couture MMA Eric Nicksick joins Fitz to talk about how he reinvented himself and career. Once a highly recruited football player, personal errors led to the end of his college football career. Nicksick talks about how he blamed others instead of being accountable for his own actions. A legal issue in his past led to him not being able to join the Las Vegas Fire Department, and he...
Taking the Long Road with Billy Quarantillo
March 31, 2023 01:00 - 37 minutes - 25.8 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Fitz welcomes UFC featherweight Billy Quarantillo to the show to talk about his success as a fighter and how it took a lot of small steps to achieve huge results! Not a standout athlete in high school, Quarantillo put his all into making UFC dreams a reality. He tributes a lot of his success to his coach and mentor Matt Arroyo and a book he recommended called "The Compound Effect" by Darren Hardy. Billy has a...
Bet UFC fights like a pro with Nick Kalikas
March 21, 2023 19:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBGet 50% off 1 year of UFC Fight Pass! Use promo code: MARCH Fitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch On the newest episode of Fitz Nation, Fitz is joined by veteran MMA bookmaker and pro bettor Nick Kalikas. Nick is a former sport karate world champion who competed in martial arts. After his competition days were over, he had a chance to work as a bookmaker in Costa Rica for a sports book and create odds for UFC and MMA fights. Catch Nick as a main b...
Living the sober life with Din Thomas
March 20, 2023 02:00 - 34 minutes - 23.6 MBGet 50% off 1 year of UFC Fight Pass! Use promo code: MARCH Fitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Fitz welcomes UFC veteran and MMA coach Din Thomas to the studio to talk about living a sober lifestyle. Both Fitz and Din were all about having a few drinks and enjoying a good time for years, but both went sober starting in 2020. Din talks about realizing he was drinking too much, the shift in mindset, the enjoyment of having no “crutch” with alcoh...
Crazy gambling stories with Gianni "The Greek" Karalis
March 14, 2023 23:00 - 42 minutes - 29.1 MBGet 50% off 1 year of UFC Fight Pass! Use promo code: MARCH Fitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Fitz catches up with good friend Gianni "The Greek" to talk about the wild world of sports betting. Gianni is a Philly native who started booking bets before he got out of high school and just continued down the same path. He eventually found his way to Las Vegas where he was known as "Vegas Runner" and worked with major betting syndicates for decade...
Sayif Saud, Jeff Novitzky and Erin Blanchfield
February 21, 2023 17:00 - 27 minutes - 19.1 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch In this episode, Fitz catches up with Fortis MMA head coach Sayif Saud to talk about Ryan Spann's upcoming main event vs. Nikita Krylov. They also talk about the heavyweight debut of Jon Jones as UFC 285 approaches. Then, Jeff Novitzky joins the show to clear up the situation regarding Islam Makhachev at UFC 284 and the rules surrounding UFC fighter IV use. They also discuss more USADA matters as the quest to ...
Anthony Smith
February 14, 2023 16:00 - 33 minutes - 23 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch While in Bristol, Connecticut to cover UFC 284 at ESPN headquarters, Fitz catches up with light heavyweight contender Anthony Smith. Smith has an upcoming main event vs. Johnny Walker in May, a fight that has been talked about for awhile as a potential match-up that appears to finally be coming together. They also talk about career longevity for fighters, how Smith has generated headlines through his work in me...
Jon Anik
February 06, 2023 23:00 - 1 hour - 54.4 MBFitz Nation on YouTube Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Jon Anik joins the show before he hops on the call for UFC 284 to discuss finding his sports broadcast career, voicing opinions publicly, what it was like being an identical twin, changes in being the top UFC voice, how he built career skills, and the challenges of a UFC broadcast. Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
Laura Sanko
January 29, 2023 19:00 - 45 minutes - 31 MBFitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation on YouTube NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Fitz is back with good friend Laura Sanko to chat about her upcoming gig as part of the UFC commentary team at UFC Vegas 68 with John Gooden and Michael Bisping. Laura has been a part of the UFC broadcast team for years, but primarily serving in the reporting role on UFC Fight Nights and then helping to launch Dana White's Contender Series. What's surprising to many is finding out that Laura did not come up t...
Sayif Saud on UFC 283, Heidi Androl on covering MMA & UFC TikTok's Harrison Green
January 19, 2023 19:00 - 26 minutes - 18.5 MBFitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation on YouTube NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Fitz strings together a few interviews during fight week at UFC Vegas 67. Included on the show: Veteran MMA coach Sayif Saud on UFC 283, coaching Brandon Moreno and the focus for his team at Fortis MMA after winning 2022 Gym of the Year from MMA Junkie. Heidi Androl on celebrating firsts in 2023 and what her journey has been like covering MMA since 2009. Harrison Green, who joined the UFC social media team ...
Fitz Nation State of the Union, Ask Fitz! & Michael Chiesa
January 10, 2023 23:00 - 49 minutes - 33.8 MBFitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation on YouTube NEW!!! Fitz Nation merch Fitz launches 2023 with a whole new outlook on Fitz Nation. He details changes to the format of the show, going beyond just 1-on-1 interviews with newsmakers in the UFC. On this and future episodes, you can expect segments like Q&A, fight previews for upcoming events, recurring guests, shorter interviews and much more. The possibilities are endless! Of course, Fitz Nation is streaming on UFC Fight Pass, and...
Renato Moicano
December 01, 2022 00:00 - 55 minutes - 38.2 MBYou can watch episodes of Fitz Nation exclusively on UFC FIGHT PASS Renato Moicano is back in the UFC lightweight rankings after his huge win at UFC 281 in New York City over Brad Riddell. His first round submission was impressive and then he added to the moment by one of the most energizing and memorable post-fight interviews of 2022 with Joe Rogan. Moicano has been a pro fighter since 2010, quitting law school in his home city of Brasilia to pursue MMA full time. At both featherweight ...
Cody Durden
November 25, 2022 22:00 - 47 minutes - 32.9 MBUFC flyweight Cody Durden joins Fitz Nation! Cody is fresh off back to back wins in 2022 and talks about his journey as a standout high school wrestler who had to leave multiple college scholarship offers on the table to put fatherhood first. Despite life getting in the way, his dream of becoming a world-class combat athlete remained. His dedication to being an MMA fighter while working a full time job and helping provide for his family paid off with his entry into the UFC in 2020. He is...
Lando Vannata
November 17, 2022 00:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBUFC veteran Lando Vannata joins Fitz Nation! We had a wide-ranging chat about his journey from BMX racer to combat sports enthusiast to UFC action fighter! Included on the show: Lando’s gaming rig (passion for car racing, adrenaline of a race vs. the rush of fighting) Cancelling fight with Andre Fili (tumultuous fight camp, expected return date) Being mentally stronger than ever (battling depression early in UFC career, panic attacks, working with a mental coach, always improving) Norm...
Frankie Edgar
October 26, 2022 22:00 - 50 minutes - 34.7 MBFitz is joined by the future UFC Hall of Famer and former champ Frankie Edgar. Edgar held a UFC title in the lightweight division. He then moved down to featherweight, where he competed in multiple title fights and has ultimately spent the last stage of his career as a bantamweight. Edgar recalls the early days of his MMA career, how coming up short during his wrestling career fueled his drive as a pro fighter, advice to young fighters and athletes and more. Thanks for checking out the s...
Beneil Dariush
October 12, 2022 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36 MBWatch Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Check out my NEW YouTube channel Fitz catches up with UFC lightweight contender Beneil Dariush to talk about his upbringing in Iran, moving to to the United States as a kid, always being a fighter and how he's had to work really hard to be the nice guy people think of him as. Be sure to check him out this week at UFC 280 in Abu Dhabi as he takes on Mateusz Gamrot in a big match-up! Follow Fitz: Instagram TikTok Twitter
Alex Morono
October 05, 2022 18:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBWatch Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Check out my NEW YouTube channel Fitz chats with UFC welterweight Alex Morono. Morono has an interesting back story as a person who was never an athlete growing up. While he was always active, it was never in an organized activity. After his mom signed him up at a local boxing gym, he fell in love with combat sports. Boxing then led to jiu jitsu which eventually got him taking fights. Once setting a goal for fighting 20 times in the UFC, Morono says...
Cub Swanson
September 15, 2022 05:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBWatch Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Check out my NEW YouTube channel Fitz chats with UFC Hall of Famer Cub Swanson as he gets ready to make his first walk as a UFC bantamweight in October. Cub has had a decorated career as a pro fighter and is one of the originals when it comes to transitioning from the WEC to the UFC. He has fought all the big names of his era and continues to challenge top prospects and veterans as he winds down his career. Swanson was inducted into the UFC Hall of Fa...
Brendan Allen
September 08, 2022 18:00 - 53 minutes - 36.9 MBWatch Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz chats with UFC middleweight Brendan Allen. "All In" talks about his upbringing in a military family, settling in Louisiana and finding a love for martial arts. Allen is 7-2 in the UFC since arriving through an impressive win on Dana White's Contender Series back in 2019. He has finished most of his victories, including an impressive W over Kevin Holland in his UFC debut. Allen will fight Krystof Jotko on October 1st at the UFC Apex. Follow Fitz:...
Joe Pyfer
August 31, 2022 16:00 - 47 minutes - 32.8 MBWatch Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz Nation is back with new UFC middleweight Joe Pyfer! Joe is the first guest in Fitz Nation history that is a fighter yet to make his UFC debut. He had a major moment on Dana White's Contender Series in July when he scored a KO win and brought big time energy during and after the fight in his interview. That was put on hyperdrive when he was the only fighter that night to earn a UFC contract and Dana White came with the message of "BE JOE PYFER!" to...
Cory Sandhagen
August 25, 2022 17:00 - 37 minutes - 25.6 MBWatch Fitz Nation on UFC Fight Pass Fitz chats with UFC bantamweight contender Cory Sandhagen. Sandhagen is one of the most exciting bantamweight fighters in the world. He also has a very unique mindset in how he thinks of himself and the place in the world. He talks a lot about the art or martial arts being the most important part. To Sandhagen, there are two prongs to being a pro fighter: 1) Having a lot of clout and 2) being really, really good. He's putting all his eggs in the b...