MMA on the Rocks

Episode 36 - Cash Me in Canada

February 20, 2017 15:16 - 40 minutes - 52.6 MB

We jump on to record immediately following UFC Fight Night 105 from Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada. We discuss the exciting main event between top-ranked heavyweights Travis Browne and "The Black Beast" Derrick Lewis as well as the rest of the card and the Bellator 172 event from Saturday night. It was an action-packed weekend of fights and as always, we had a blast breaking them down. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 35 - Plenty of Sleep in Brooklyn

February 12, 2017 18:49 - 41 minutes - 50.4 MB

In 1986 the Beastie Boys proclaimed there would be "No Sleep Till Brooklyn" and once the UFC got there, they put many fans to sleep with dry marketing and questionable match making. A complete breakdown of UFC 208 on the episode - headlined by Holly Holm and Germaine de Randamie for the inaugural women's featherweight championship. We discuss the pay-per-view with the least amount of buildup in recent memory, thoughts on a 3-man commentary crew and the idea of comfort beer. Feel free to reach...

Episode 34 - Jim Beam Me Up

February 05, 2017 22:04 - 41 minutes - 52.7 MB

Giant jugs of Jim Beam bourbon, Super Bowl Sunday, UFC Fight Nights and some crude humor are the recipe for this week's episode. Jeff "The Animal" Wilson is back from a week off from the show and we discuss why we didn't pay much attention to the most recent fight night. Feel free to send some feedback, subscribe and review - cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 33 -Drink Up Me 'Earties

January 30, 2017 23:04 - 30 minutes - 29.4 MB

Back for a new episode this week - I talk about my experience at the Tampa Bay Gasparilla Parade, where people dress like pirates to get hammered in the streets. I also give a recap and my thoughts on the results of UFC Fight Night 23 from Denver, Colorado. If that's not enough, I talk competitive grappling and tease a preview of UFC 208 in Brooklyn. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 32 - Don't Shoot! It's a Work

January 23, 2017 01:32 - 50 minutes - 63.4 MB

A breakdown of the recent Bellator 170 card that took place over the weekend. We address the controversy of the main event and accusations that the fight between Tito Ortiz and Chael Sonnen was a "work" or a fixed fight. We talk about the rest of the card, production issues and a few other hot MMA topics. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 31 - Tequila Mockingbird

January 16, 2017 23:37 - 37 minutes - 47.2 MB

Back after a week off, we discuss the end of BJ Penn's legendary career (or what we hope is the end) after the brutal loss he took at UFC Fight Night 103 in Phoenix, Arizona. We break down the rest of the card, talk some news stories and preview upcoming UFC on Fox and Bellator cards. I also talk about my latest tequila infusion - cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 30 - Happy New Beer

January 02, 2017 01:09 - 1 hour - 81.8 MB

We break down the exciting UFC 207 pay-per-view from Las Vegas, including the return and vicious knockout of Ronda Rousey, the newly-crowned men's bantamweight champion Cody Garbrandt and the entire rest of the card. We also discuss the Rizin even, World Series of Fighting, a local Floirda distillery I visited and even some tequila mixed in. Cheers and Happy New Year! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 29 - Get Your Cannon Balls Off the Table

December 28, 2016 15:51 - 40 minutes - 36.6 MB

Jeff "The Animal" Wilson and I break down UFC 207 headlined by Ronda Rousey challenging Amanda Nunes for the women's bantamweight championship. We discuss Ronda's mindset coming back from her first loss after more than a year. We also analyze the rest of the card including the men's bantamweight championship fight between Dominick Cruz and Cody Garbrandt. DISCLAIMER - this episode was recorded before Cain Velasquez was forced to pull out of his fight against Fabricio Werdum by the NSAC due to...

Episode 28 - Brawl Crawl

December 18, 2016 05:56 - 1 hour - 76.5 MB

For the first time ever, we record a show while watching a live fight card. Jeff “The Animal” Wilson returns in person to help break down UFC Fight Night 102 as it unfolds. We give raw, unfiltered reactions to the fights while sipping on some local craft beer from Barley Mow Brewery. We cover MMA news events, what constitutes legit Mexican food and general beer-fueled antics including a cameo from Claudia, the creative director of MMA on the Rocks. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https:/...

Episode 27 - Mugs N' Jugs

December 13, 2016 03:45 - 29 minutes - 27.9 MB

My little brother Rob visits me in Florida and we watch UFC 206 at "the thick version of Hooters." We talk about head kicks with sound effects, championships, craft beer, smooth tequila and more head kicks. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 26 - Beer vs Exercise

December 05, 2016 02:41 - 1 hour - 80.4 MB

Jeff "The Animal" Wilson is back on the show to break down the last week of fight action. We talk about The Ultimate Fighter 24 Finale, pound for pound rankings and how silly they can be, EBI 10, Bellator 166 and of course some good old fashioned booze talk. I talk about my day of biking, yoga and beer and if a balance can be achieved between beer and exercise. Please share, subscribe and leave feedback if you feel so inclined. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.c...

Episode 25 - Title Toss

November 28, 2016 02:58 - 35 minutes - 32.3 MB

Interim titles floating around, fighters pulling out of headlining fights, fight night down under and of course some drink talk. Bouncing back from a holiday weekend can be tough, so let's talk some fights and booze. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 24 - Colleen Schneider

November 22, 2016 23:25 - 38 minutes - 49.1 MB

Professional MMA fighter Colleen "Thoroughbred" Schneider joins the show to discuss her recent signing with Bellator MMA. We discuss her fights all over the world, the recent Bellator 165 event, the evolution of women's MMA, Colleen's new favorite whiskey and she talks about her unique household pets. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 23 - Rum and Turkey

November 21, 2016 02:27 - 37 minutes - 36.4 MB

I discuss the jam-packed weekend of MMA and boxing. UFC, Invicta, Bellator and boxing events filled the weekend before Thanksgiving. I also give my personal recipe for a Thanksgiving hot rum apple cider, cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 22 - UFC 205 & Bacon Whiskey

November 14, 2016 02:44 - 1 hour - 81.7 MB

We find out the results of Jeff “The Animal” Wilson’s picks for UFC 205 and discuss the impact of this epic card had on the sport. We talk about Conor McGregor’s legacy, the biggest winners and losers in New York, what might happen with multiple weight class titles and I give my personal recipe for bacon-infused whiskey. Good times all around, cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 21 - New York, Brew York

November 10, 2016 19:30 - 1 hour - 71.9 MB

We analyze the ENTIRE UFC 205 card taking place on Saturday, November 12, 2016 at the world’s most famous arena - Madison Square Garden in New York City. We provide full betting odds for every single fight and Jeff “The Animal” Wilson gives you his picks for all 13 scheduled bouts. Feel free to bet with or against him and let us know on social media which way you picked. I also give the list of my top 5 favorite New York breweries to commemorate MMA being sanctioned in my home state of New Yo...

Episode 20 - Detox Retox

November 08, 2016 03:50 - 55 minutes - 50.7 MB

Jeff "The Animal" Wilson is back on the show and we break down UFC Fight Night 98 from Mexico City, Bellator 163, EBI 9, injuries affecting the middleweight title picture and Jeff's lack of internet. I also describe my visit to a local distillery - Cotherman's and describe one of my favorite local breweries, Barley Mow. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 19 - Alligator Jerky

October 31, 2016 01:08 - 1 hour - 84.1 MB

Jeff "The Animal" Wilson calls in and we talk about the quiet spell in MMA, Fight Night Manilla getting cancelled, upcoming fights in Mexico City, UFC 205, Fabricio Werdum tells Reebok to suck his balls, Anthony Pettis' cars catch fire and I recap the rest of my road trip from New Jersey to Florida. Lots of fight talk, lots of craft beer and I give my recommendations on things to see when traveling north to south on the east coast. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spoti...

Episode 18 - School of Hard Knox

October 17, 2016 04:20 - 27 minutes - 27.2 MB

I record from Knoxville, Tennessee in the middle of my road trip from New Jersey to Florida. I discuss the return of Ronda Rousey to challenge Amanda Nunes for the UFC Bantamweight title, upcoming fight night 98 in Mexico City, Jose Aldo's possible retirement and I talk about all the booze I picked up along my trip through the heart of America. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 17 - White Trash Fabulous

October 10, 2016 21:10 - 41 minutes - 38.7 MB

I'm joined by Jeff "The Animal" Wilson and Dave "The Portuguese Man of War" Bernardino. Over a case of Bud Light on top of a cardboard box table, we discuss UFC 204, the tragic passing of UFC fighter Josh Samman, Conor getting fined for chucking water bottles and general commentary about white trash culture. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 16 - Malty Mouth Orgy

October 02, 2016 20:37 - 48 minutes - 45.4 MB

Jeff "The Animal" Wilson joins me for a few rounds of Harpoon Flannel Friday amber ale. We discuss the results of UFC Fight Night 96 in Portland, UFC 204 and how it pales in comparison to UFC 205 at Madison Square Garden. Good beers, good fight talk and all-around good times. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 15 - I'll Shoujo a Good Time

September 26, 2016 03:59 - 42 minutes - 45.4 MB

I record solo on this episode - very heavy on MMA. I discuss UFC Fight Night 95 from Brasilia, Brazil, Invicta 19 title defenses, Rizin - the Pride FC high school reunion of fight cards, giant forehead gashes, Japanese liquor and much more. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 14 - Crouching Tiger, Drunken Panda

September 22, 2016 02:59 - 1 hour - 62.2 MB

The first "swapcast" in the short history of MMA on the Rocks. I record with my pal Sebastian of "Punching Panda Pod" and we shoot the breeze about everything MMA. From Chael Sonnen signing with Bellator to UFC 205 in NYC to women's MMA. Good times had by all, and good beers had by me as I sip on some leftover Switchbacks from last week. This time it's their German-style Octoberfest. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 13 - 'Switchback' From WWE Mode

September 12, 2016 03:24 - 49 minutes - 76.2 MB

I'm joined by Jeff "The Animal" Wilson back in my home studio for the first time in a few weeks. We enjoy some Switchback Extra Pale Ale's that I brought back from Vermont and discuss CM Punk's long-awaited debut at UFC 203 in Cleveland Ohio. Also, Stipe Miocic defends his heavyweight title in impressive fashion, Fabricio Werdum and Travis Browne have a weird mess of a fight, Uriah Faber not looking like the California Kid of old and much more. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://pod...

Episode 12 - Sirius Studio Takeover

September 10, 2016 09:40 - 1 hour - 103 MB

I am joined by WWE expert, podcaster, broadcaster and all-around swell guy Sam Roberts. We record from Sirius XM studios in NYC to discuss pro wrestling, UFC 203, Colombian beverages and much more. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 11 - Bodycock Gate

September 05, 2016 04:12 - 30 minutes - 43.5 MB

Solo podcast - I detail my trip to Burlington, Vermont and all the breweries and the awesome farmer's market I checked out in town. I break down UFC Fight Night 93 in Hamburg, Germany including my thoughts on the main event, the lackluster undercard, Ryan Bader's spectacular knockout and most importantly - John Gooden's "body cock" commentary which stole the show in the prelims. I also dive into TUF 24 a bit and tease some upcoming content for the show. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: ht...

Episode 10 - Don't Wine Too Much

August 30, 2016 04:20 - 41 minutes - 17.2 MB

We made it to double-digit episodes. Episode 10 features Jeff “The Animal” Wilson calling in to discuss UFC on Fox 21, Rashad Evans possibly dropping to middleweight and preview UFC Fight Night 93. We also introduce a new segment - community shot, in which we take comments and questions from our friends on Twitter. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 9 - Bellator Me a New One

August 28, 2016 01:37 - 56 minutes - 27 MB

Jeff Wilson is back on the show to break down Bellator 160, fighter contract negotiations and we preview UFC Fight Night on Fox 21. I discuss why Rory MacDonald signing with Bellator does not benefit them as much as projected. We record outside in a park, which presents some interesting scenery while we sip on some Sierra Nevada Torpedo IPA. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 8 - Conor and Nate, what else?

August 23, 2016 03:26 - 28 minutes - 47.8 MB

Jeff Wilson calls in this time to help me break down the action-packed UFC 202 pay-per-view. We discuss Conor and Nate's future, where Cowboy should go after another performance of the night and the rest of the exciting bouts on the card. We sip on Carton and Sweetwater IPA's - no better way to start winding down the summer. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 7 - UFC 202 Ruination

August 13, 2016 21:58 - 34 minutes - 51.5 MB

Disclaimer: This podcast was recorded in a bar, complete with background noise and music. Jeff "The Animal" Wilson back on the show to talk some Olympics, UFC 202 and champions trying to call the shots and play fight maker. We break down some fights over a few glasses of "Ruination" by Stone Brewing Co. - cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 6 Part 2 - Tag Reebok - You're It

August 08, 2016 05:25 - 38 minutes - 57.6 MB

I break down the UFC Fight Night 92 card with my hometown buddy - the Portuguese Man of War Dave. We talk about the craziness of the main event, the underwhelming rest of the card, Reebok screwing fighters, Conor vs. Nate and a few other things that come up. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 6 Part 1 - Hop Along for the Ride to UFC Fight Night

August 07, 2016 23:11 - 38 minutes - 55.8 MB

I invite my friend Dave on the show. Dave is a casual MMA fan so I took the opportunity to explain the new unified rules to him and get his reaction as someone who tunes in for big fights. He graciously brought over some Yonkers IPA for us to discuss as well before we watch UFC Fight Night 92 in Salt Lake City, Utah. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 5 - Dew Pour Me Another

July 31, 2016 22:03 - 53 minutes - 79.5 MB

I am joined by Jeff "The Animal" Wilson as we discuss the aftermath of UFC 201 - a night for the underdogs, the state of the UFC welterweight division, the upcoming fight night card and of course the spirits we are sipping on. Cheers! --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

Episode 4 - Slow Ride to UFC 201

July 30, 2016 02:20 - 28 minutes - 45.6 MB

I take a Slow Ride with a session IPA from New Belgium as I give my thoughts on Mark Hunt's ranting, Justin Scoggins missing weight to screw Ian McCall out of a paycheck and I give my not-so-expert predictions on the UFC 201 card. Cheers. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/mmaontherocks/support

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