Punchlines Podcast: The Psychology of Comedy And Combat.
27 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 4 years ago -Mitch Fatel, veteran stand-up comedian, has teamed up with #4 UFC bantamweight fighter, Cory Sandhagen, to bring you a fresh new podcast exploring the intersecting worlds of MMA and stand-up comedy. Each week Cory and Mitch interview either a comedian or a fighter and delve into what makes these unique human beings tick. On the surface they may seem like vastly different animals, yet when closely explored, we find they are strikingly similar and inextricably linked. While one is trying to kill their opponent the other is trying to kill an audience. Both have the potential to be rewarded with adulation, respect and great riches. More often than not, both incur epic failures, public embarrassment and harsh judgements from audiences. Why would anyone in their right mind choose a profession like this? Every Tuesday a new episode will answer this question.
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Ep 27: Alexander Volkanovski
July 14, 2020 16:00 - 27 minutes - 19 MBThe boys sit down with (at the time) newly-crowned UFC featherweight champion Alexander "The Great" Volkanovski before his teammate's fight in Las Vegas at #UFC 248 #RomeroVsAdesanya. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @alexvolkanovski @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://punchlinespodcast.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/punchlines-podcast/id1494212853 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4N5bIGd1hY4P3tzKbMTAak Stitcher: https://www.st...
Ep 26: Elise Kerns
July 07, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBComedian Elise Kerns Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @elisealfredkerns @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://punchlinespodcast.com/ https://elisekerns.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/punchlines-podcast/id1494212853 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4N5bIGd1hY4P3tzKbMTAak Stitcher: https://www.stitcher.com/s?fid=496075&refid=stpr Google: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9mZWVkcy5idXp6c3Byb3V0LmNvbS83OTA1OTgucnNz YouTub...
Ep 25: Dan Hooker
June 23, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MB#5 UFC lightweight contender Dan "Hangman" Hooker joins Mitch and Cory in one of the funniest pods yet. Dan is so ingratiating and honest as he documents his spectacular wins and hysterical losses. Yes I said hysterical, you'll understand when you listen. One of our best, be sure to cheer Dan on this weekend. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @danhangman @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://punchlinespodcast.com/ https://www.ufc.com/rankingspai Apple Podcasts: htt...
Ep 24: Kelsey Cook
June 16, 2020 17:00 - 1 hour - 42.2 MBComedian Kelsey Cook is a perfect fit for Punchlines Podcast. An incredibly funny up and coming comedian who also happens to be...wait for it...a foosball champion. Yes, you heard right, Kelsey is a professional foosball champion. If that's not enough, she is also Jim Norton's regular opening act. This podcast is a must listen for sports and comedy enthusiasts as she documents the similarities and differences of two polar opposite, yet similar careers. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @ke...
Ep 23: Cory Sandhagen (Part Two) With Co-Host Drew Dober
June 09, 2020 14:00 - 36 minutes - 25.1 MBIn January of 2020, two courageous men took a leap of faith. One, a veteran comedian. The other, an MMA fighter. They banded together to do something that had never been done before: Start a podcast. And now, roughly 6 months later, that podcast is kind of somewhat mildly successful. But now…duty calls. On June 6th, one half of that team will exit the podcast studio and enter the cage to do battle at UFC 250. In this very special two-part edition of Punchlines Podcast, Cory becomes our guest...
Ep 22: Cory Sandhagen (Part One) With Co-Host Drew Dober
June 02, 2020 06:00 - 40 minutes - 27.8 MBIn January of 2020, two courageous men took a leap of faith. One, a veteran comedian. The other, an MMA fighter. They banded together to do something that had never been done before: Start a podcast. And now, roughly 6 months later, that podcast is kind of somewhat mildly successful. But now…duty calls. On June 6th, one half of that team will exit the podcast studio and enter the cage to do battle at UFC 250. In this very special two-part edition of Punchlines Podcast, Cory becomes our guest...
Ep 21: Josh Blue
May 26, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 49.4 MBLast Comic Standing winner and veteran comedian Josh Blue joins the punch bunch and consumes a lot of beer while he's doing it. Everything from Josh's involvement in the Paralympics to living in Africa and his Dad never telling him he was proud of him is discussed. Hearing Josh talk about his childhood and rise to fame is fascinating, but it's hearing him get more and more intoxicated that makes this one an instant classic. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @joshbluecomedy @enterthesandman1...
Ep 20: Cortney Casey
May 19, 2020 15:00 - 1 hour - 46 MBUFC Flyweight Cortney "Cast Iron" Casey joins the show fresh off her sick arm-bar submission of Mara Romero Borella. Cortney joined us right before the pandemic changed our lives and gave us an incredibly insightful, honest and hilarious account of her life, how she got into martial arts, thoughts on why her record is what it is and how a good coach can change your life. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @castironcasey @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://punchline...
Ep 19: Jon Reep
May 12, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 44 MBComedian Jon Reep will be forever known as "The Hemi guy" but in this in-depth interview we learn WHO the HEMI guy is underneath the engine. A real interesting and fascinating look into how one thing can change your life forever and the curse and blessings that go along with it. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @jonreep @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://punchlinespodcast.com/ http://jonreep.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/punchlines-...
Ep 18: Brandon Royval
May 05, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBMMA Junkie calls him the "Unofficial king of the North American Flyweights" Brandon will soon be known to our listeners as "the Unofficial sweetheart of Punchlines !" A beast in the cage an awesome human being out of it, you'll love this episode as Brandon talks about what motivates him and how he deals with the pressures of being an "up and comer" whom so much is expected from. He also comes up with Mitch's new nickname and it may just stick. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @broyval @e...
Ep 17: Phil Hanley
April 28, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.6 MBEccentric, hysterical and insanely unique comedian Phil Hanley joins Mitch and Cory to go through his writing process, how he deals with failure and how he made the big decision to move from Canada to the United States to pursue his dream. A really fascinating guy, don't miss this one. Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @philmhanley @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://www.punchlinespodcast.com/ Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/punchlines-podca...
Ep 16: Claire Guthrie
April 21, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 45.6 MBClaire Guthrie (who at this taping was Claire Johnson) better known by her monicker Claire Fights, stopped in a few months ago to talk about her call-up to the big leagues. A teammate of Cory's, she had just come off her first fight (and win) under the esteemed Invicta banner. She gives us some fun and insightful stories about her journey to get to that point and what it feels like to suddenly be fighting under such big lights. Speaking candidly about she handled the pressure and dealt with ...
Ep 15: Carlos Mencia
April 14, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 51.8 MBOne of America's most controversial comedians sits down with Cory and Mitch and hysterically recounts his life, his journey to the top and what life looks like to him now. You may think you know this man, you will see, you do not. One of our best pods yet. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=#s1#&s=#s2# Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @carlosmencia @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpa...
Ep 14: Drakkar Klose
April 07, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 41.4 MBTop UFC Lightweight Drakkar Klose gives Cory and Mitch a candid and enlightening interview about why he does what he does, why he is who he is and why he likes to knock people senseless. And, of course, what interview with a bad ass like Drakkar would be complete without a discussion of Grey's Anatomy. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=#s1#&s=#s2# Channel tags: IG: @punchlinespod @drakka...
Ep 13: Rocky Dale Davis
March 31, 2020 06:00 - 1 hour - 46.1 MBOpinionated, passionate, silly, funny as shit, ladies man... All this describes the enigma that is Comedian Rocky Dale Davis. A relatively new up and comer who has already taken on the industry and won, Rocky will keep you entertained and laughing as he recounts the journey that has brought him to the precipice of fame and fortune. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=#s1#&s=#s2# Channel tags...
Ep 12: Gerald Meerschaert
March 24, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 42 MBFresh off his incredible win at UFC 248 all around good-guy and bad-ass, Gerald Meerschaert joins Cory and Mitch to discuss his versatility in MMA, how he came "this close" to becoming a music teacher instead of a fighter and how he stays calm both in and out of the cage before and during a fight. If you're not a fan already, get ready to discover one of your new favorite fighters. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.c...
Ep 11: Greg Fitzsimmons
March 17, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 47.4 MBOne of the most versatile, lovable and perverted comedians ever, Greg Fitzsimmons joins Mitch and Cory for an hour of revealing and sometimes shocking revelations about comedy, fighting and even swinging. You don't want to miss this instant classic. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=#s1#&s=#s2# IG: @punchlinespod @gregfitzsimmons @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http:...
Ep 10: Joseph Benavidez
March 10, 2020 04:00 - 1 hour - 54.9 MBIn one of the most candid, vulnerable and fascinating interviews in MMA history, beloved UFC veteran Joseph Benavidez recounts all of his raw emotions after his devastating loss to Deiveson Figueiredo. This is a truly can't miss interview that hits on all cylinders including this legendary fighters past, present and uncertain future. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=#s1#&s=#s2# IG: @punchl...
Ep 9: Neil Magny
March 03, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 43 MBVeteran, legend, nicest guy in the history of the world, Neil Magny sits down with Cory and Mitch. He talks about everything from growing up poor to living now being kinda rich. Tells about the first celebrity he ever fought in front of and why he feels a duty to take care of younger fighters starting out. He's fighting this Saturday at UFC 248 and after hearing this genuine talent speak you will not be able to ever not root for him. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or e...
Ep 8: Dov Davidoff
February 25, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.2 MBGet ready! Any Crashing on HBO fan knows the genius of Dov Davidoff. Now it's time for everyone else to learn. Dov redefines what a comedian is. From his fascinating childhood to his unique perspective on life, happiness and humor Dov gives you a front row seat to the sometimes jumbled mess of grey matter inside his skull. A more intelligent and philosophical comedian you will not find. IG: @punchlinespod @dovdavidoff @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://www.punchl...
Ep 7: Brandon Girtz
February 18, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBBellator standout Brandon Girtz who fights this very week tells us what we all want to know: How a bidet works and how it's changed his life. Oh yeah and he also talks a little about fighting and how that basically gave him a life. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=#s1#&s=#s2# IG: @punchlinespod @brandongirtzmma @bellatormma @enterthesandman135 @therealfatel @redpandamusik Web: http://www...
Ep 6: Tom Papa
February 11, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.7 MBConsummate professional, hysterical, spiritual and well-adjusted: Our next guest, Mr. Tom Papa, encapsulates all these things. Tom waxes poetically about he and Mitch touring in the early days, teaches Cory about transcendental meditation, and brags about his great relationship with his parents. This exploration into the mind of an awesome human being is not to be missed. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_...
Ep 5: Austin Hubbard
February 07, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MBExciting up and coming fighter Austin "Thud" Hubbard opens up about why getting his tonsils out was worse than any fight he's ever had. Why his Dad would kick his ass if he ever tapped and why he loves fighting and despises Canadian hospitals. Plus, Cory and Mitch have an in-depth discussion about nicknames and Mitch, in a moment of vulnerability he will forever regret admits the nickname he always wished he had. Be sure to root on Austin, March 8th at UFC 248! Save 25% on the best CBD aro...
Ep 4: Jim Norton
January 31, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 47.7 MBOur first comedian guest and it's a doosey. Cory and Mitch peel off another layer of Jim Norton that most fans never get to hear. From what it's like to being booed by 3000 people to dealing with shame, success and failure, all at the same time. Cory and Jim also discuss the similarities that fighters and comedians share when it comes to vulnerability and Mitch admits some dark secrets from his past. Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. ...
Ep 3: Justin "The Highlight" Gaethje
January 21, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 48.1 MBThe human highlight reel joins Cory and Mitch in an hour of revelations and forthrightness you rarely hear from a fighter. He tells us why he rarely loses and how come he believes everybody he fights is actually better than him. In this exclusive and can't miss interview Justin also breaks down why he thinks Conor McGregor fought Cowboy Cerrone before him. Plus, in the biggest non-event of history, he takes on Mitch and Cory in an arm wrestling competition. Find video of that on our youtube ...
Ep 2: Curtis "Razor" Blaydes
January 17, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 46.9 MBEp Two was supposed to be a comedian but in honor of #3 Heavyweight Curtis Blaydes' fight next week we have decided to go rogue and play his episode next. (Plus he told us he would kick our asses if we waited any longer.) Curtis tells us what he would rather be doing instead of MMA, why he's glad he ruined fighter Justin Willis' life and the one loudmouth in another weight class he wishes he could lay hands on. Plus Cory discusses awkward elevator encounters with other fighters and Mitch tal...
Ep. 1: Drew Dober
January 08, 2020 19:00 - 1 hour - 44.2 MBUFC lightweight contender Drew Dober visits Cory and Mitch to talk about his motivations, his beefy thighs, the parallels between comedy and combat, losing, winning and the psychology of it all. Subscribe to Punchlines Podcast wherever you get your podcasts and be sure to follow us on Instagram and YouTube to stay update with news, guests and new episodes! Save 25% on the best CBD around! Use the link below or enter code "Punch25" at checkout. https://sonorancbd.com/?aff_id=punch25&subid=...