Top Rated MMA Show
193 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 2 years ago - ★★★★★ - 7 ratingsTop Rated MMA is all about Real Fighters! Real Stories! My name is Erik Allen and I was raised in a broken home, battled addictions, jailed at 18, bankrupt at 21 only to turn everything around. 16+ years sober, beautiful wife, two kids, podcaster, speaker, and now helping MMA fighters get known and noticed online!
I am fascinated with people's stories and with this show, I go deep with my guests. I want to know where they grew up, what childhood was like, why they want to get punched in the face and keep going!
We talk what drives & motivates them, what is their mindset & routines! Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/topratedmma/support
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Ep. 256 - Top Rated MMA - End of an era
December 11, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 18.8 MBEp. 256 featured me. I discuss the future of Top Rated MMA and the end of an era. When my wife and I started Top Rated MMA in 2012, I had no idea what I was doing and I made a lot of mistakes. I have had an absolute blast talking with over 230+ different fighters from around the world. Truly honored that they would take time out of their day to speak to me. This is the last official Top Rated MMA Show with me at the wheel. If you ever watched or listened to a show, please drop a comment....
Ep. 255 - Erin Carter - 19 Year Old Women's MMA Rising Star
December 04, 2021 11:00 - 10 minutes - 18.7 MBEp. 255 featured 19 year old Erin Carter who is a 19 year old Women's MMA Rising Star and fights out of Ignite Martial Arts Academy! I loved this quick conversation! You definitely want to remember her name! Check out the show! Key Discussion Points: Being shy as a kid but building confidence in Taekwondo Fighting is all she has ever wanted to do Tips for girls thinking of getting in MMA & self defense The importance of making your bed Planning her week out on Sundays The difference ...
Ep. 254 - Mark Ewen - Undefeated Pro Fighter based out of Scotland with a 100% Finish Rate
November 27, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 35.6 MBEp. 254 featured undefeated Pro MMA Fighter Mark Ewen who is based out of Scotland & has a 100% finish rate. There is so much good stuff in this show. You definitely want to check out the show! Key Discussion Points: Fighting in Thailand His Mom knowing he would go this route Mental Preparation Believing in yourself The only person stopping you is you Taking the 1st round to read his opponents The importance of Fight IQ How to “Zone In” & get into “Flow State” before a fight Our ...
EP. 253 - Kailey Frank - MMA Fighter based out the Dog Pound Fight Team
November 20, 2021 11:00 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBEp. 253 featured Kailey Frank who is based out of the Dog Pound Fight Team in Montana. She is tough as nails and already plans on making the walk the octagon in the UFC! Great Show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Training with the big heavy dudes The plan to go pro Who pushes her the hardest to be better Kailey photo credit to Mike Banzet – Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show: Tranquil Turtle Massage – We are also proudly sponsored by: Tigatu (use code “To...
Ep. 252 - Owen Robinett - Idaho MMA Fighter and Warrior
November 13, 2021 11:00 - 8 minutes - 15.7 MBKey Discussion Points: Having around 20 surgeries in his life Bleeding all over after Jumping into Jiu jitsu before healing fully from a hernia repair surgery Training at Trevor Prangley’s AKA with warriors like Jamal Davis, Jordan Currie, & Cameron Robinett The biggest inspiration for him The meaning behind “Reckless” - Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show: Tranquil Turtle Massage Komeet X9 E-Scoooter - We are also proudly sponsored by: Tigatu (use code "TopRa...
Ep. 251 - "Slippery" Pete Barrett - Entrepreneur - UFC Vet fighting at Cage Titans 50th event!
November 06, 2021 11:00 - 32 minutes - 30.5 MBEp. 251 featured “Slippery” Pete Barrett who is a UFC Veteran, Entrepreneur & fighting TONIGHT for Cage Titan’s 50th event! Pete’s story is UNBELIEVABLE! Check out the awesome show! Key Discussion Points: Losing a little brother to an overdose Going to check on his Dad & unfortunately finding him dead How to address mental health & how it affected him Training early on with Brandon Thatch Fighting 2x at the UFC Apex center with no fans Being able to accomplish what you put your mind t...
Ep. 250 - Ryan Ocasio - Undefeated fighter & visionary based out of American Top Team of Sunrise
October 30, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 21.4 MBEp. 250 featured undefeated fighter and visionary Ryan Ocasio. If you want to get fired up about life and fighting, this is the show for you! Check out the awesome show! Key Discussion Points: Coming from a wrestling upbringing & placing 3rd in Fargo Moving to Florida at 19 to join American Top Team of Sunrise Training with Top Rated MMA Show Alumni Jose “Shorty” Torres Getting your ego checked Fighting is a chess game & a lot of fighters are playing checkers Visualization is key & Ge...
Ep. 249 - Jamie Edenden - 1st Female XFC Featherweight Champion
October 23, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 31.4 MBEp. 249 featured Jamie Edenden who is the 1st XFC Female Featherweight Champion & is based out of Ignite Martial Arts Academy in Brisbane. Lots of great stuff in this show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Growing up around the beach and surfing Starting Muay Thai at 18 Having her 1st MMA fight after only 3 months of training Getting Redemption for her only career MMA loss Importance of MMA promotions checking in on fighters The mental struggle of cutting weight Balancing working...
Ep. 248 - TiffanyAnn Shepstead - Founder of Dragon Academy of Defense - World Changer!
October 16, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 49 MBEp. 248 featured TiffanyAnn Shepstead who is the Founder of Dragon Academy of Defense. She is an ABSOLUTE WARRIOR who is a World Changer! Charlie Rocket recently met up with TiffanyAnn & help her get her gym funded through her Stuffies! Check out this VERY powerful show! Key Discussion Points: Getting into martial arts at 3 1/2 years old Battling thoughts of suicide Volunteering at a local Charter School Her Dad was a Vietnam war hero who saved many lives Having confidence & the right ...
Ep. 247 - Tai Emery - Electrician to Lingerie Football Star to Making Her BKFC Debut in December!
October 09, 2021 10:00 - 30 minutes - 57.3 MBEp. 247 featured Tai Emery who is a former electrician turned former LFL football star, Model, MMA & Muay Thai fighter, & now making her BKFC debut in December! Tai’s story is so awesome! You have to check it out! Key Discussion Points: People can conquer anything So much character building in the process The importance of listening to & having confidence in yourself Being feminine and masculine at the same time Never living for “What ifs” Excited to be part of the growth in women’s b...
Ep. 246 - Ashton Charlton - Undefeated MMA Fighter based out of Sik-Jitsu Fighting Systems
October 02, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 21.1 MBEp. 246 featured Ashton Charlton who is an undefeated MMA fighter based out of Sik-Jitsu Fighting Systems, home of Brady Heistand, Mike Chiesa, Julianna Pena, Sam Sicilia & more! Great show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: What does it feel like to get punched by Terrance McKinney Getting inspired to get into MMA by his football buddies Having a warrior mentality before the fight Making his pro debut later this year at Conquest Of The Cage Thoughts on bareknuckle boxing Training ...
Ep. 245 - Christopher Varner - Pro MMA Fighter out of The Academy Of Brian Johnson
September 25, 2021 10:00 - 11 minutes - 20.7 MBEp. 245 featured Christopher Varner who is a Pro MMA Fighter out of The Academy of Brian Johnson. All of his Pro fights have been with Cagesport. This was a great show! Check it out Key Discussion Points: Born out in Lewiston Idaho & started fighting a lot as a kid His grandma saved his life Starting his MMA career at just 18 years old Winning his debut fight in just 13 seconds Finding your passion Fighting through the mental battles of losses Restart - Reset - Redefine Quick shouto...
Ep. 244 - Maya Stewart - U.S. Army Veteran - Current Premier MMA Championship Featherweight Champion
September 18, 2021 10:00 - 12 minutes - 22.3 MBEp. 244 featured Maya Stewart who is a U.S. Army Veteran and the current Premier MMA Championship Featherweight Champion. This was an awesome show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Training in Tae Kwon Do at 17 Dropping out of University of Miami after her 3rd year to join the Army Transitioning back to civilian life Mental Fortitude How amazing Kentucky MMA fans are Playing the Door Dash new food game Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show is Mike Young, The Makeo...
Ep. 243 - Dimitri "The Last Greek God" Niforos - Impact Promotion Lightweight Champion
September 11, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 25.3 MBEp. 243 featured Dimitri “The Last Greek God” Niforos who is undefeated & is the current Impact Promotions Amateur Lightweight Champion! This was an awesome show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Becoming obsessed with his next victim…er I mean opponent Training at Syndicate MMA History is his first passion Recently signing to Prime Athletics Leveling up like Pokemon Fighting is the most humanistic thing you can do Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show is Mike You...
Ep. 242 - Marvin Serpas - Fighting for JackHammer Promotions on 9/10!
September 04, 2021 10:00 - 10 minutes - 19.4 MBEp. 242 featured Marvin Serpas who recently made & won his MMA debut for Jackhammer Promotions in just 37 seconds! He will be back fighting for them again on 9/10! Awesome show for sure! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Moving to the US around age 7-8 from El Salvador How a soccer injury led to fighting MMA Top 5 things he excited about right now Training with UFC Veteran Chris Cope BIG shoutout to Loaded Gloves podcast for the intro! Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for th...
Ep. 241 - Hayden Hudiburgh - MMA Fighter based out of Coeur D'Alene
August 28, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 25.4 MBEp. 241 featured Hayden Hudiburgh who is an MMA fighter based here in Coeur D’Alene & trains at Warrior Camp with the likes of Daniel Swain, Josh Rettinghouse, Terrance McKinney, & Pablo Alfonso. Great show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Struggling with PTSD The importance of iron sharpens iron Being All Or Nothing Who does he think wins at Monopoly, Pablo or Rose Alfonso? Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show is Mike Young, The Makeover Master and Tranquil Turtl...
Ep. 240 - “Lord” Derik Overstreet - Making his Pro Debut at B2 Fighting Series on 8/28
August 21, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 25.2 MBEp. 240 featured “Lord” Derik Overstreet who will be making his Pro Debut at B2 Fighting Series on 8/28! Can’t wait for this fight! Check out the awesome show! Key Discussion Points: Owning land in Scotland & officially having the title of “Lord” Looking forward to actually getting paid as a fighter Not being afraid to show everything you have Having consistent steady growth Importance of being surrounded by good people Thank you to MMA Tee Co for the introduction Quick shoutout to o...
Ep. 239 - Serena "The Southpaw Outlaw" DeJesus - Fighting @ Invicta FC 44 on 8/27
August 14, 2021 10:00 - 24 minutes - 45.7 MBEp. 239 featured Serena “The Southpaw Outlaw” DeJesus who is the 1st Pro Female #autistic MMA fighter & is fighting UFC Veteran Lauren Mueller at Invicta FC 44! This is an awesome show! Key Discussion Points: How Autism affected her as a kid, how it does now, & how it does as a fighter Wanting to be a role model for other female #Autistic athletes What the Mindset before stepping into the cage is Fighting outside of the cage Having a strong support system Coaching at Syndicate MMA Qu...
Ep. 238 - Teo Storm - Storm Combat Academy - Stand Up For Spokane Event to help end Domestic Abuse
August 07, 2021 11:00 - 38 minutes - 71.3 MBEp. 238 is probably one of the most POWERFUL episodes I have released. I had the honor of having Teo Storm who is the Owner of Storm Combat Academy to talk about Stand Up For Spokane which is an event to raise awareness & put a stop to domestic violence. Such a great show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: New law in WA state where police will no longer respond to domestic violence Giving back to the community Growing up with abuse How abuse affects future relationships The highest ...
Ep. 237 - Jarret "Too Solid" Betancourt - Fighting 8/6 for Titan FC
July 31, 2021 11:35 - 11 minutes - 20.4 MBEp. 237 featured Jarret “Too Solid” Betancourt who trains out of the Goat Shed will be stepping back into the cage on August 6th for Titan FC. This was a great interview! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Coming off two first round finishes Watching Gordon Ramsey and Chopped How he preps for fights backstage Importance of always improving The 5 year vision Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show is Mike Young, The Makeover Master, Tranquil Turtle Massage, and Inspired...
Ep. 236 Sydney "Sundance" Smith
July 17, 2021 10:00 - 33 minutes - 62 MBEp. 236 featured Sydney “Sundance” Smith who is a Mom, MMA Fighter, and much more! Her story is extremely POWERFUL & you are definitely going to want to check out this awesome show! Key Discussion Points: Her journey of taking care & losing her Dad to cancer Honoring her Dad with the fight name “Sundance” Handling bullying Flying for the 1st time Being your harshest critic Fighting Casey McBride in August for Fusion Fight League! Mental battle of fighting younger opponents How her f...
Ep. 235 - "The Honey Badger" Lateesha Mohl
July 10, 2021 10:00 - 14 minutes - 25.9 MBEp. 235 featured “The Honey Badger” Lateesha Mohl who is a Boxer, Kickboxer, MMA Fighter & much more. She was the 1st fighter signed to MMA Tee Co & has a busy Summer of fights coming up with a boxing match on 7/30, MMA on 8/13, and WKA Nationals 8/28 - 8/29! Check out the show! Key Discussion Points: Dealing with the mental battles & pressure from others Zoning in on her corner during fights Breaking her collarbone during a fight Preparing to go pro as a boxer What the toughest thing ...
Ep. 234 - Clifford Starks - UFC / Bellator Vet, Entrepreneur, Speaker, & Coach
July 03, 2021 10:00 - 16 minutes - 31.3 MBEp. 234 featured Clifford Starks who is a UFC & Bellator Vet, Entrepreneur, Speaker, Coach, & much more! So much great stuff in this show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Not letting losses define you How the UFC takes care of fighters Transitioning from fighter to entrepreneur How life will give you what you give it 4 things that everyone is looking for The most important habit to learn Starting the day off right We’re all fighters in some form Quick shoutout to our Platinum ...
Ep. 233 - Hector Leon - U.S. Army & National Guard - Fighting @ Sparta Army VS Marines event 6/26!
June 26, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 33 MBEp. 233 featured Hector Leon who is signed with Top Shelf Sports, Army Veteran, National Guard, & Fighting TONIGHT for Sparta Sports & Entertainment! Such a great show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Handling Bullying Why Psalm 27 is so important Overcoming Fear Using Faith To Help Others Having Super Natural Healing Powers Not Forcing The Finish No Limits To What You Can Do Funniest Way He Got Injured Quick shoutout to our Platinum sponsors for this show is Mike Young, The M...
Ep. 232 - Chance Beck - Defending his B2 Fighting Series Lightweight belt on 7/23
June 19, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 32.2 MBEp. 232 Featured Chance Beck who defends his B2 Fighting Series Lightweight belt on 7/23. Awesome show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Starting martial arts around 12 yrs old Renting UFC 1 & deciding he wanted to do that What it takes to be a Champion Putting in the work and the results will come Being mentally strong The hardest thing about fighting Handling pressure Never lifting weights in 20+ years Working with the awesome team at MMA Tee Co Our Platinum sponsor for this...
My Testimony - Our Past Doesn't Define Our Future
June 16, 2021 13:34 - 5 minutes - 11 MBThis is a quick version of my testimony. In any moment you can decide to make a change. Our Past Doesn't Define Our Future! I hope that my story inspires and encourages you. Thank you for taking the time to check it out! Quick bio: - Broken Home - Beat my mom’s boyfriend up with a cast iron Pan for hitting her when I was 13 - Jailed at 18 - Bankrupt at 21 - Battled addictions - Gave my life to Christ in 2004 - Now breaking chains of divorce, abuse, and addictions - Married for 1...
Ep. 231 - Natalya "The Beast" Speece - Professional MMA Invicta FC Fighter signed to TKO Sports
June 12, 2021 10:00 - 27 minutes - 50.2 MBEp. 231 featured Natalya Speece who a Pro MMA fighter who fights for Invicta FC, signed to TKO Combat Sports, & so much more! This was such a great conversation! You ABSOLUTELY NEED to check it out! Key Discussion Points: Started fighting around 15/16 years old Fighting in dirt floor gyms in Mexico Fighting with no crowd for her Invicta FC debut Working with a Mental Coach The power of visualization Surrounding yourself with great people Burning the ships & going all in What was the...
Ep. 230 - RJ Harris - Fighting @ Proving Grounds presented by Warrior Camp on 6/11/21!
June 05, 2021 10:00 - 26 minutes - 49.3 MBEp. 230 featured RJ Harris who is fighting June 11th at Proving Grounds presented by Warrior Camp. I haven’t laughed this hard in a long time! This was such a fun, real, and raw show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Making his MMA Debut on 3 weeks notice a few years ago Ring rust Violence is the only form of communication that transcends across all cultures Losing 60lbs over the past year Importance of Mental Health Having zero excuses Being diagnosed with Autism and Aspergers n...
Ep. 229 - Diana "Onca Preta" Sanchez - U.S. Navy Veteran & MMA Fighter
May 29, 2021 10:00 - 21 minutes - 40 MBEp. 229 featured Diana “Once Preta” Sanchez who is a U.S. Navy Veteran, MMA Fighter and much more! Awesome show here! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Coming from a big family & making sacrifices Joining the U.S. Navy at 18 without telling her parents Journey of transitioning from soldier to citizen Learning to adapt Power of visualization & meditation Being involved with 1st Phorm If you got value from the show and would like to show some love financially. You can support the sh...
Ep. 228 - Jerrad Weaver - Army Veteran - Making his MMA Debut at Sparta Army VS Marines XII on 6/26!
May 22, 2021 10:00 - 17 minutes - 32 MBEp. 228 featured Jerrad Weaver who is an Army Veteran & making his MMA debut at Sparta Army VS Marines XII on 6/26! His story is very POWERFUL! Don’t miss this this show, it’s SO GOOD! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Playing football most of his life Always wanting to be in the Army Transitioning from soldier to civilian Battling addictions Fighting saved his life Finding purpose in his life Having the right mindset If you got value from the show and would like to show some lov...
Ep 227 - Ian "The Hammer" Allston - Fighting 5/22 @ Art Of War
May 15, 2021 11:00 - 16 minutes - 30.5 MBEp. 227 featured Ian “The Hammer” Allston who is a heavyweight MMA Fighter, Purple belt in BJJ, & much more! He fights 5/22 @ Art Of War against Raiden Keller so make your calendars! Check out this awesome show! Key Discussion Points: Proudly coming from a working class family in Philadelphia Going through 10-11 Muay Thai fight camps & only fighting 4 times Being motivated by his latest opponent The importance of getting cage time The hardest thing about being a fighter Wanting to put...
Ep. 226 - Donnell Dixon from Cies MMA
May 08, 2021 10:00 - 13 minutes - 25.9 MBEp. 226 featured Donnell Dixon from Cies MMA who just made his MMA Debut on 3 days notice at Fusion Fight League. He also moved up almost two weight classes for this debut! Talk about the WARRIOR spirit! Great show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Making a decision to get healthy and finding his passion Learning from mistakes Training for the mental game Sticking to the game plan Kobe Bryant being a big part of his childhood Running a podcast If you got value from the show and w...
Ep. 225 - Kai "Hefty Bag" Stewart
May 01, 2021 11:00 - 15 minutes - 28.6 MBEp. 224 featured Kai “Hefty Bag” Stewart who is an Amateur MMA Fighter that is entered in two weight classes for the Fusion Fight League tournament! Great Show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Starting MMA while still in High School Working with Fusion Fight League Brutal Weight Cuts Balancing Classes, Work, MMA, and Wrestling The Humble Team Planning to win 2 Pro Contracts at Fusion Fight League’s tournament! Wrestling for University of Providence Argos If you got value from t...
Ep. 224 - MMA Tee Company Founders - Alex Einhorn & John Brennan
April 24, 2021 11:00 - 29 minutes - 55 MBEp. 224 featured Alex Einhorn & John Brennan who are the Founders of MMA Tee Company. These guys are changing the game for MMA Fighters! Highly recommend you follow these guys! Awesome show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Having an Entrepreneurial Spirit Working for the Lancaster Barnstormers Fighting For Your Dreams Pushing Through Failure The Hard Work Behind An Apparel Company Overcoming New Challenges Making Fighters a Priority Being Adaptable If you got value from the sh...
Ep. 223 - Erik Mendez from Warrior Camp - Fighting at Fusion Fight on 4/24!
April 17, 2021 11:00 - 7 minutes - 14.2 MBEp. 223 featured Erik Mendez who is based out of Warrior Camp & will be fighting 4/24 @ Fusion Fight League on 4/24! Great Show! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Training at Warrior Camp with Pablo Alfonso Being Pro by next year Fighting in the Fusion Fight League Tournament on 4/24! If you got value from the show and would like to show some love financially. You can support the show here: CashApp: $ErikAllenMedia Venmo: @ErikGAllen Thank you! Want to attend the World’s #1 Netwo...
Ep. 222 - Tyler Ray - Professional MMA Fighter - Doctors said he couldn't fight...He didn't listen!
April 10, 2021 11:00 - 19 minutes - 36.7 MBEp. 222 featured Tyler Ray who is a professional MMA fighter & Personal Trainer. He was told by doctors that he would never fight again. Good thing he didn’t listen! Check out this great show! Key Discussion Points: Falling in love with MMA in Jr. High Having his Dad in his corner Spending 13+ days in the hospital How he became “Wolverine” Watching David Goggins videos Being mentally strong Starting the day off right If you got value from the show and would like to show some love fi...
Ep. 221 - Lorenzo Hood - Pro MMA Fighter with 15 1st round KOs!
April 02, 2021 11:00 - 20 minutes - 37.3 MBEp. 221 featured Lorenzo Hood who is a Pro MMA fighter, Pro Boxer, and Bareknuckle Fighter with 15 1st round KOs! He fights TODAY for Valor Fights 80 & going for KO #16! Check out the show! Key Discussion Points: Making something from nothing Not lifting weights & training for 8-10 hours / day Who has hit the hardest Giving back to the fans Failure happens to everyone Being mentally tough Being a huge country music fan Super huge news in the pocket If you got value from the show an...
Ep. 220 - James Horne - 240+ lbs to Pro MMA Fighter - Co-Owner of Black Sails MMA - Full Time Nurse
March 27, 2021 11:00 - 28 minutes - 53.5 MBEp. 220 featured James Horne who is a Professional MMA Fighter, Co-Owner of Black Sails MMA and Full time Nurse. He is fighting 3/27 at Empire FC 10 against Wesley Golden! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: His Dad being an entrepreneur, hard working, & so impactful Being 240+lbs, making excuses, blaming others, & deciding to make a change Getting inspired by David Goggins His Mom thinking that his 1st fight would be him breaking boards Favorite & hardest thing of fighting Going all...
Ep. 219 - Dan Caldwell - Founder of Tapout - Host of Pretty And Punk Podcast - Entrepreneur
March 20, 2021 11:00 - 26 minutes - 48.7 MBEp. 219 featured Dan Caldwell (AKA Punkass) who is the Founder of Tapout, Billionaire Collectibles, Teeacher.com, Grip Knife, & host of Pretty and Punk Podcast along side his wife Ildiko Ferenczi! This show was so good! Check it out! Key Discussion Points: Growing up in bad Neighborhood Motivation to become a police officer What kind of person was Charles “Mask” Lewis What excites him the most now Hosting a kick ass podcast with his wife called Pretty and Punk The importance of Manife...
Ep. 218 - Hey MMA Promotions! You're Doing It Wrong!
March 13, 2021 12:00 - 7 minutes - 14 MBEp. 218 was another solo show. I wanted to talk about an issue that I come across often online. MMA Promotions NEED to start tagging fighters when they post to social media. Check out the quick show to hear what I mean! It drives me nuts when I am scrolling through Instagram and an MMA promotion will post a fight poster or a match up, but then not tag the fighters in the description. As a fan of MMA, I want to follow fighters. If the promotions don’t tag fighters, then I have to try to find...
Ep. 217 - Samantha "Wolf Queen" Seff - Professional MMA Fighter
March 06, 2021 12:00 - 13 minutes - 24.4 MBEp. 217 featured Samantha “Wolf Queen” Seff who is a Professional MMA fighter, blogger, & much more! We talked about being a triplet, never dreaming small, loving your job & having fun, & wanting to make a difference! Check it out! We also talked about having her dream come true by having Dan Miragliotta raise her hand after she won the amateur Atomweight title at Cage Wars, being nerdy, how she got the nickname “Wolf Queen”, and getting banned from choosing music at the gym! If you got va...
Ep. 216 - Tre’ston Vines - Undefeated Pro MMA Fighter signed with Irridium Sports
February 27, 2021 14:13 - 12 minutes - 23.8 MBEp. 216 featured Tre’ston Vines who is undefeated Pro fighter signed with Irridium Sports, Creator of World Class Combat Training, & self proclaimed nerd! He has HUGE news dropping on 3/12 so make sure you are following him to find out! We talked about our love of Kung Fu, Bruce Lee, & Mike Tyson! We also talked about working with Strike Hard Productions, jamming to NF, and two of my favorite things, Mindset & Entrepreneurship. If you got value from the show and would like to show some lov...
Ep. 215 - Keoni Diggs - Undefeated MMA Fighter with Bellator MMA
February 20, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 34.4 MBEp. 215 featured undefeated fighter Keoni Diggs who is signed with Bellator MMA. We talked about fighting being a mental game, how he feels backstage, & the person who pushes him to succeed! Check it out! This episode of the Top Rated MMA Show is sponsored by Podcorn, which is the leading podcast influencer marketplace that connects podcasts with unique brands for native advertising. Check them out at Podcorn.com Proudly sponsored by: Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing T...
Ep. 214 - DyVonne Thornton - MMA Fighter out of Cies MMA
February 13, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes - 23.4 MBEp. 214 featured DyVonne Thornton who just made his MMA debut at Sparta Wyoming 5 & was able to secure the win via RNC in the 3rd! Want to get fired up?! You need to watch & pay attention to this show! Check it out! We talked about how he loves to give back, mindset, goals, and locking in a fight for Fusion Fight League on 3/20! Proudly sponsored by: Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing Tigatu (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 10% off) - Shirts Combat Flags - Flag Backdrop Alph...
Ep. 213 - Paige Andreasen - MMA Fighter - Kickboxer - Fighting for the title @ WCFL on 2/20/21!
February 06, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes - 17 MBEp. 213 featured Paige Andreasen who is fighting for the title at World Class Fight League on 2/20! We talked about Taylor Swift dance parties & how she gets mindset right! We also talked about how she handles losses and what the reaction was from family when she told them she wanted to fight! Proudly sponsored by: Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing Tigatu (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 10% off) - Shirts Combat Flags - Flag Backdrop Alpha Outpost (use code “topratedmma” fo...
Ep. 212 - How To Market Yourself As A Fighter
January 30, 2021 12:00 - 11 minutes - 21.9 MBEp. 212 was on How To Market Yourself As A Fighter. It is the first solo show I have released since launching the Top Rated MMA Show since 2017. Having interviewed over 200 fighters I have seen how great & how bad fighters market themselves. Check it out! Lots of great tips in this short episode! I talk about scheduling platforms that can help you get your name out on social media that will grab the attention of promotions, sponsors, management teams and much more. Check out these tools: ...
Ep. 211 - Jornel "A1" Lugo - Undefeated MMA Fighter signed with Paradigm Sports & Bellator MMA
January 23, 2021 12:00 - 14 minutes - 26.9 MBEp. 211 featured undefeated MMA fighter Jornel “A1” Lugo who is signed to Paradigm Sports and Bellator MMA! He was influenced by Never Back Down to start his MMA career & he is the Founder of A1, an awesome clothing line! Such a great show! Check It out! We also talked about our virtual mentor, Jim Rohn and how mindset and composure is so important as a fighter! This show is a MUST watch! Proudly sponsored by: Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing Alpha Outpost (use code “to...
Ep. 210 - Tyler "Funky Bones" Jones - MMA Fighter - Grappling Competitor - Coach at Ferro Academy
January 15, 2021 12:00 - 12 minutes - 23.1 MBEp. 210 featured Tyler “Funky Bones” Jones who is an MMA Fighter, Grappling Competitor, and Coach at Ferro Academy. He is also an Ambassador for Tap Cancer Out! Such a rad show! Check it out! We chatted about the reaction he got when he told his friends & family he was going to fight, going pro down the road, and the person he fights for, his grandmother who passed in 2018. Tyler will be competing at the High Rollers Event on 2/5 & Fighting at HRMMA on 2/27 Proudly sponsored by: Rewebbed...
Ep. 209 - Barb "The Outlaw" Ciesnolevicz - Air Force Veteran - MMA Fighter - Gym Owner
January 09, 2021 12:00 - 9 minutes - 17.3 MBEp. 209 featured Barb “The Outlaw” Ciesnolevicz who is an Air Force Veteran, Gym Owner alongside her husband Mike at Cies MMA, Coach, & all around badass! We talked about what she learned in the military that she has been able to utilize in MMA! Great show! Check it out! Barb will be fighting at Caged Aggression on March 27th! We also talked about how her husband Mike Ciesnolevicz (UFC Veteran, IFL Champion) helps with confidence, recently signing to Top Shelf Sports, & what’s the most unp...
Ep. 208 - Colleen Augustin - Malaysia based MMA Fighter, Model, Spartan, & tons more
January 02, 2021 12:00 - 24 minutes - 45.5 MBTop Rated MMA Show Ep. 208 featured Malaysia based fighter, Colleen Augustin (11-1) who is also a model, Spartan Ambassador, & tons more! We talked about fighting at the Amateur World Championships in 2019 & how being a Vegan helps her! Check it out! We also talked about how she handles loss and getting hypothermia in the middle of a Spartan race! Proudly sponsored by: Rewebbed Inc. - Website Design & Digital Marketing Tigatu (use code "TopRatedMMA" for 10% off) - Shirt Combat Flags - F...