MMA Dude Bro Podcast
75 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 6 years ago - ★★★★★ - 37 ratingsContemplations on the existential crisis amidst the backdrop of cagefighting.
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Episodes
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 111 (with guest ‘El Matador’ Emmanuel Sanchez)
July 19, 2016 02:28 - 1 hour - 73.4 MBBellator MMA Featherweight, 'El Matador', Emmanuel Sanchez shares with us his story of growing up in the Mexican neighborhoods of Chicago & how much his current success is not only a result of, but a tribute to the people who cared for him & helped support his dreams. PLUS: Frank & Ken discuss all the big results coming out of International Fight Week (& UFC 200) including the impressive wins by Amanda Nunes, Jose Aldo, Joanna Jedrzejczyk, Eddie Alvarez & Brock Lesnar. Hashtag, MMA Dude Br...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 110 (with guest Josh Gross)
July 08, 2016 02:30 - 1 hour - 64.4 MBVeteran MMA journalist Josh Gross tells us all about his new book, 'Ali vs. Inoki', which chronicles one of the most unsung (yet pivotal) events in MMA history. During our conversation, Josh touches on: the monumental undertaking that was writing his first book, the influence of individuals like Freddie Blassie, Rikidozan, Gene LeBell & 'Gorgeous' George Wagner to the overall story, the personal dilemma of trying to sell this book in the wake of Muhammed Ali's death, HIS take on the recent A...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 109 (with guest Christine 'Knuckles' Stanley)
June 27, 2016 00:43 - 1 hour - 92.7 MBInvicta FC flyweight slugger Christine 'Knuckles' Stanley shares her feelings about the recent tragedy in Orlando, her transition to Alliance MMA, training with current flyweight champ Barb Honchak, her friendship with teammate (& new strawweight champ) Angela Hill & MORE. PLUS: Frank & Ken look at Fedor vs. Fabio from EFN 50, Ivanov vs. Copeland from WSOF 31, Dantas vs. Galvao from Bellator 156 & the main card from UFC Ottawa Fight Night. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 108 (with guest Sam Caplan)
June 21, 2016 03:38 - 1 hour - 41.1 MBFormer Bellator MMA matchmaker & industry insider Sam Caplan joins us to discuss working for Bjorn Rebney, free agency, the Zach Light wrongful dismissal lawsuit, the possible adoption of the Ali Act into MMA & MORE. PLUS: Frank & Ken revisit Titan FC 39, discuss the merit of a possible Bisping vs Hendo rematch, attempt to make heads or tails of Brock Lesnar's idea of a 'practical joke' AND give a very 'unique' look back on the legacy of the late Kimbo Slice. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 107 (with guest Matt 'Danger' Schnell)
June 08, 2016 05:41 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBLegacy FC flyweight champion Matt 'Danger' Schnell talks to us about his time on the MTV series 'Caged', how that time prepped him for his pro career, working with American Top Team, the influence of coaches like Din Thomas & Mike Brown, what coach/team he'd prefer if he made it on to TUF season 24 & lots more. PLUS, Frank & Ken revisit the UFC 199 performances of Mike Bisping, Dom Cruz & Dan Henderson. They'll also touch on Brock Lesnar's return, 'Helwani-Gate' & the passing of Muhammad Ali...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 106 (with guest Chael Sonnen)
March 24, 2016 21:00 - 1 hour - 33.4 MBWe caught up with former UFC middleweight Chael Sonnen a few days before his grappling match with current UFC middleweight Michael Bisping (at the event, 'URFight'). The 'American Gangster' touched on a number of topics including: his time on Celebrity Apprentice, the stock value of a post-loss Conor McGregor, how bad Bisping truly hurt him in their MMA fight, the importance of calling out your next opponent, the Hulk Hogan/Gawker trial, what REALLY influenced his talking style, how he wishe...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 105 (with guests Lauren Murphy & Sean Wheelock)
March 15, 2016 03:31 - 2 hours - 55.6 MB'Lucky' Lauren Murphy is coming off her first, long overdue, official UFC victory. During our conversation, the former Invicta FC champ talks about the importance of the camp, family, mentor, nickname & late-notice dance partner that made it all possible. We also welcome back MMA commentator extraordinaire Sean Wheelock to discuss the work of his peers ( Jim Ross, Mauro Ranallo, Michael Schiavello), the legendary Danny Hodge, his overflow of new gigs, why Art Davie should be in the UFC Hall ...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 104 (with guest Stephie 'Crooklyn' Haynes)
March 01, 2016 00:41 - 1 hour - 45.5 MBStephie 'Crooklyn' Haynes from Bloody Elbow shares her thoughts with us on a number of topics including: Dada 5000's near death, UFC's failed CM Punk experiment, Bellator passing on the Funkmaster, the demise of War Machine & Mayhem Miller, Joe Rogan's alleged racial comments & much more. PLUS, Frank returns to talk about his experience as a debuting amateur cagefighter. Frank & Ken also recap the good, bad & ridiculous from Bellator 149 & UFC Pittsburgh. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro! P.S. - Steph...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 103 (with guest Angela Hill)
February 10, 2016 03:59 - 1 hour - 33.2 MBInvicta FC strawweight Angela 'Overkill' Hill talks about her impressive debut with the company, her life after UFC, being inspired by her teammate Dominic Cruz, her feelings on Paige Van Zant & the rest of the strawweight division & more. ALSO, Ken briefly recollects Frank's recent MMA debut before welcoming special guest co-host, Emma Challands. Emma is a contributing writer for Combat Press & Fight News Australia. She is also the co-host of the MMA Side Dish podcast. Together, Emma & Ken...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 102 (with guest Tamdan McCrory)
January 29, 2016 05:11 - 1 hour - 36.6 MBUFC middleweight 'The Barn Cat' Tamdan McCrory talks to us about the circumstances that led him from being a target for bullying to a pro MMA fighter. We also discuss his time in Bellator, his reaction to being a 'cult anti-hero', the origin of his nickname & more. PLUS, as Frank enters the final preparations for his MMA debut, Ken is joined by special guest Sean Sheehan from Ireland's Severe MMA podcast. Sean helps us breakdown UFC Fight Night: Dillashaw vs. Cruz & also gives some early an...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 101 (with guest Rob Hinds)
January 13, 2016 06:33 - 1 hour - 49.1 MBMMA referee/judge Rob Hinds joins us to give his take on the controversy surrounding Lawler vs. Condit. He also shares his insight on the 2 biggest challenges the sport is facing right now, weight cutting & the scoring system. Rob explains why this may be the most important next few years in MMA history. Plus, Frank & Ken recap UFC 195 as well as notable moments from the RIZIN FF New Year's cards. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 100 (with guest Lisa Ellis)
December 25, 2015 06:51 - 1 hour - 32 MBWomen's MMA pioneer Lisa Ellis talks to us about her upcoming return to atomweight (at Invicta FC 15) & also tells us what really happened to her, behind the scenes, during her stint on TUF 20. Lisa pulls no punches, on a number of topics, during this VERY candid conversation. Plus, Frank & Ken recap the main card from UFC on FOX Orlando. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 99 (with guest Dada 5000)
December 19, 2015 01:41 - 1 hour - 49.5 MBBackyard brawler Dada 5000 (who will face Kimbo Slice in the co-main event of Bellator 149) talks to us about exactly what went wrong in his relationship with Kimbo Slice, the future of his backyard fight promotion, what went on behind the scenes during the making of the movie 'Dawg Fight', his mission to change the community he grew up in for the better & MORE. Also, Mike Barry returns to talk about coming to grips with Jose Aldo's KO loss. Plus, Frank & Ken recap the big moments from the U...
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 98 (with guest Jocelyn Jones-Lybarger)
December 11, 2015 02:12 - 54 minutes - 25.5 MBRFA strawweight champion & new UFC signee, Jocelyn Jones-Lybarger talks about growing up a gay identical twin, her win over Zoila Frausto & the effect cancer has had on members of her family. PLUS, Frank talks a little about his upcoming MMA fight and his motivations for training. Frank & Ken also preview UFC 194. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 97 (with guests 'Wonderboy' Stephen Thompson and Louis Giordano)
November 22, 2015 08:20 - 2 hours - 56.2 MBUFC welterweight Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson talks to us about flips, karate, Sage & more. Then, weight management specialist Louis Giordano shares his theories on the MMA upset of the year. PLUS, Frank & Ken discuss Holly Holm, UFC 193, the Ronda backlash, the MEMES, etc. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 96 (with guest Patrick Wyman)
November 13, 2015 06:33 - 2 hours - 72.6 MBMMA analyst extraordinaire Patrick Wyman (from Bleacher Report.com & the Heavy Hands podcast) breaks down several of this year's remaining blockbuster fights. PLUS, Frank & Ken discuss Bellator MMA Vengeance, UFC Fight Night Sao Paulo & preview UFC 193. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 95 (with guest Justin Wren)
November 04, 2015 02:39 - 2 hours - 67.6 MBBellator MMA heavyweight Justin Wren opens up about being bullied as a child, his drug addiction as an upstart pro fighter, reconciling his connection to faith and his personal redemption in opening his heart to the people of the Mbuti Pygmy tribe. PLUS, Frank & Ken discuss Bellator 144 & UFC Fight Night Dublin, in Frank's debut as new co-host. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 94 ( with guests Ashlee Evans-Smith, Efrain Escudero, Brian Ebersole & Enson Inoue)
October 22, 2015 01:40 - 2 hours - 64.9 MBLive from the MMA Classic Fan Expo, with guests Ashlee Evans-Smith, Efrain Escudero, Brian Ebersole & Enson Inoue. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 93 (with guests Joe Riggs, Don Frye, Sean Wheelock & Burt Watson)
October 11, 2015 00:00 - 3 hours - 85.9 MBLive from the MMA Classic Fan Expo, with guests Sean Wheelock, Burt Watson, Joe Riggs & Don Frye. Cameo appearance by Dan Severn. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 92 (with guest Tara LaRosa)
September 30, 2015 00:52 - 1 hour - 53.8 MBWomen's MMA legend Tara LaRosa gives one of the most revealing interviews of her storied career. PLUS, Mike & Ken review Bellator Dynamite 1, as well as touch on the big news from WSOF 23 & Titan FC 34. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 91 (with guest Gary Goodridge)
September 23, 2015 03:33 - 1 hour - 40.5 MBMike & Ken discuss Nick Diaz & kinda-sorta recap Invicta FC 14. PLUS, an interview with Pride/K-1/UFC legend Gary Goodridge. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 90 (with guest Heather Jo Clark)
September 12, 2015 15:55 - 2 hours - 55.2 MBUFC strawweight Heather Jo Clark opens up about her challenging recovery from ACL surgery, her emotionally traumatic stint on The Ultimate Fighter & growing up on the receiving end of bullying. PLUS, Mike & Ken recap UFC 191, ponder the sublime nuttiness of Conor McGregor & discuss some exciting future plans for the show. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 89 (with guest Din Thomas)
August 22, 2015 22:32 - 1 hour - 41.3 MBFormer UFC welterweight & current American Top Team coach Din Thomas gives us a PHENOMENAL conversation on a myriad of topics. PLUS, Mike & Ken recap Ronda's KO victory at UFC 190, the Palhares controversy at WSOF 22, the Diaz Brothers taking on Khabib in the stands, HBO Real Sports report on domestic violence in MMA, Remembering Roddy Piper & MORE. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 88 (with guest Amber 'the Bully' Brown)
August 15, 2015 18:58 - 57 minutes - 26.2 MBAn interview with Invicta FC atomweight contender, Amber 'The Bully' Brown. PLUS, Mike & Ken recap UFC on FOX 16 & discuss the woes of being Hulk Hogan. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!
MMA Dude Bro - Episode 87 (with guest Amber Leibrock)
August 05, 2015 00:45 - 1 hour - 31.3 MBInvicta FC featherweight, Amber Leibrock reveals the long winding road that lead to her pro debut victory over Marina Shafir. PLUS, Mike and Ken cover Bellator 140, Titan FC 34 and UFC Fight Nights for San Diego and Glasgow. Hashtag, MMA Dude Bro!