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On this week's episode we talk with UFC featherweight Dan Ige. He dishes about what it is like to be both a fighter and a manager in the MMA world. Plus, he talks about why he isn't represented by the company he works for. Plus, we get a special pop in from the most famous manager in the MMA game, Ali Abdelaziz. He jumps into the convo and gives us the hype report. And to follow up from last year, we're running back our most likely contenders who start the year unranked. It's been two years in a row that a fighter has gone from unranked to contender in just a year, who will join Anthony Smith and Volkan Oezdemir? TIME STAMPS: 2:30 - Dan Ige and Ali Abdelaziz Interview: Managers and Hype 16:30 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Unranked Contenders 25:00 - UFC Brooklyn Breakdown: Double Champ on the Horizon?

On this interview "Gumby" sits down with Corey Anderson to discuss the title shot that almost was. Now that Anthony Smith has signed on the dotted line, Anderson explains what his plans are for 2019 and beyond. It may be a little time before we see him again. Plus, the boys will be guessing which of the current champions will hold on to their belts this year. There are a couple of surprising answers in there. Feel free to disagree. TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Corey Anderson Interview: Overtime's Time Off 12:00 - Around the League: Usman and Smith get title shots, why? 16:00 - UFC Belt Retention Predictions

On this week's show, we sit down with Allen Crowder who discusses all the hoopla surrounding his upcoming fight. He talks about the complicated nature of getting loads of publicity and in a very different way as he prepares to fight the controversial Greg Hardy. Then we take you around MMA. New Years was an exciting time for throw downs. UFC has some GOAT moments, PFL gave away millions of dollars to 6 people and Rizin gave 9 million away to just 1. Plus, we recap the year that was with our end of the year awards. "Gumby" and "Shockwave" Dave only agree on 1 of the awards. Which will it be? TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Allen Crowder Interview: In the Splotlight 12:00 - Around the League: Money Being Handed Out 27:00 - End of the Year Awards: Who Wins It?

We were sure we'd be able to bring you a holiday episode, but here it is and it's better than every present you got. We not only looked at all of our favorite fights from the stacked UFC 232 card, but we looked at them all - every single one. Even the prelims on this bad boy are can't miss. Plus, we got to sit down with Colby Covington and discuss everything you want to hear about - from Ben Askren to Tyron Woodley, from Dana White to WME-IMG. It's everything you'd hope from a Colby Covington interview and more. TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Colby Covington Interview: TItle Shots and Bingo Halls 19:30 - UFC 232 Preview: Top to Bottom

On this week’s episode, we’re talking to UFC welterweight Belal Muhammad. He’s got a couple issues with the UFC’s ranking system and he’s letting us know all about them. Plus, we’re counting down the top 5 fighters we would like to see a little more often than we currently do. Some of them have been out with injuries; others have been out fishing. Which are you itching to see again? All this and a rundown of the week’s news. Make sure to tune in for the whole thing. TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Belal Muhammad Interview: Down with the rankings! 13:30 - Around the League: Ragin' Al making us look dumb 25:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 We Wish Fought More Often

On this week's episode, we're chatting with two of UFC on Fox 31's fighters: Juan Adams and Adam Milstead. One chats about Little Debbie's and the other shares information about health insurance. Definitely a different feel, so enjoy them both. Plus, after Max Holloway's dominant performance, and in anticipation of the two Bellator events in Hawaii, we're counting down the greatest Hawaiians to ever step in a cage. 1 and 2 might be obvious, but you might not know the order. Check it out. TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Juan Adams Interview: Who wants a cosmo? 12:00 - Adam Milstead Interview: Last fight for him? 25:00 - Around the League: What's next for Max? 44:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Hawaiian Fighters 53:00 - UFC on Fox 31 Preview: Rematch on the docket

To kick off today's show, we spoke with Sodiq Yusuff fresh off of his big win. He gives us a little insight to what he's doing with the money and also tells us when we can expect to see him again. Then we're chatting with Devin Clark about getting ready for his fight with Jon Jones. Plus we talk all things Jackson-Wink and break down his plan for the top. And with Christmas right around the corner, we put together our wish lists of people we wish won a title - or in "Gumby"s case, guys he wish ruined history. Then we close up shop by bringing on Jason Schandl (@NumbersMMA) to get an insight into the stats behind Saturday's big fights. He's got some dogs to look out for a hot take on one of the title fights. TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Sodiq Yusuff Interview: Making Money for Vick 11:00 - Devin Clark Interview: Training with Bones 25:00 -Around the League: Old Dogs, Same Tricks 30:00 - Combat Countdown: Title Time-Warp 42:00 - UFC 231 Breakdown: @NumbersMMA in the House!

With two fight cards packing this weekend with action, we decided to pack our show as well. We start it all off by talking with Jimmy Crute prior to his UFC Adelaide showdown with Paul Craig. In a division mostly consumed with older fighters, this 22-year old Australian looks to make his name. We talk about that and what it was like to hear kind words from his new boss. Then we’re running down the news of the week. A once hot prospect is out of the UFC and another is fighting a legend. Hear our take on both situations. In honor of The Ultimate Fighter Finale this Friday, we’re breaking down the best 5 to ever live in the TUF house. Plus, we’re breaking down that Friday fight card along with Saturday’s offering in Adelaide. It’s a big weekend and we’ve got you covered. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Jimmy Crute Interview: When the Boss Gives You Praise 10:00 - UFC News of the Week: Prospect vs Legend on Tap 17:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 TUF Veterans 26:00 - TUF Finale/UFC Adelaide Breakdown: Big Weekend

Well, it’s a holiday week in America and we’re celebrating all that we’re thankful for in the MMA world. “Gumby” and Dave reveal their own lists of what their glad we have in 2018. Plus we’re talking with hot UFC prospect Aleksandar Rakic, who talks about how he found MMA in Austria. Plus, he dishes on why he thinks kickboxing and boxing are boring. All that, the news of the week, and a look at this weekend’s card in China. TIME STAMPS: 2:00 - Aleksandar Rakic Interview: Mauling Fools on the Ground 10:00 - UFC News of the Week: Head-to-Head Showdown 23:00 - Combat Countdown: What We’re Thankful For 38:00 - UFC Shanghai Breakdown: Heavy Hitters on Top

On this episode we're paying homage to Yair's last second finish by taking a look at the best 5 late finishes of all time. Believe it or not, Yair didn't make #1 because there was a pretty iconic one we just couldn't put down on the list. Plus, we talk to Bobby Moffett who got a controversial submission (or was it a TKO?) win over Chas Skelly this past weekend. We chat about the finish itself and why internet trolls suck. All that and the news of the week and a breakdown of this weekend's foray into Argentina. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Bobby Moffett Interview: D'arces and Trolls 22:00 - UFC News of the Week: Fly Away Flyweights 44:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Late Finishes 55:00 - UFC Buenos Aires Breakdown: Time for Some Damage

It’s been a little while since we’ve seen Chris Leben, but we’re about to see him throw down in a brand new way. We chat with him about how you go about preparing to fight with no gloves on and what he thinks of Phil Baroni. Plus, you all spoke and we listened. We take your suggestions for the heavyweight G.O.A.T. and put them into this week’s Combat Countdown. Is it a Pride legend at the top or a modern UFC fighter? And if that isn’t enough for you all, we’re looking at all things MMA. From Floyd in Rizin to to death of the flyweights to UFC Denver and everything in between. We’ve got your news for the week covered. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Chris Leben Interview: Bare Knuckle Preparation 14:00 - Around MMA: Bye Bye Flys 23:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 G.O.A.T. Heavyweights 35:00 - UFC Denver Breakdown: Battle of the Layoffs

On this episode, the boys chat with rising Canadian star Brad Katona as he preps for his first fight since winning the Ultimate Fighter. Plus, he dishes on just what makes Coach John Kavanagh so special. Then, in honor of MMA's historic first trade, we came up with 5 trades (okay it was 6) that would be beneficial to all parties. We have some Bellator, PFL and even some Rizin in there. Finally, we take a look at the odds for some of UFC 230's biggest fights. "Gumby" lets you know one underdog he's seeing some real value on. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Brad Katona Interview: A Canadian in Ireland 13:30 - Around MMA: Trades and More Khabib Rumors 28:45 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Potential MMA Trades 41:45 - UFC 230 Breakdown: Underdog in the Co-Main 44:30 - Pete Barrett Interview: Coming to FloCombat!

Well, we couldn't squeeze all of our content into just one episode this week. So, we're back at it with a second episode. While we have no combat countdown, we do have UFC Moncton's Chris Fishgold chatting about his debut and grappling. Enjoy!

Finally, the UFC lull is over and we're breaking down all of the action from Moncton. In addition to our preview, we're talking with Te Edwards. He dishes on things we don't know about his legendary coach, John Crouch. Plus he let's us know why he loves to throw hands so much. Then, since we're heading to Canada for this card, we're looking at the Canadians who are most likely to get the UFC strap next. There's only been 2 ever; who will be the next? TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Te Edwards Interview: A Wrestler with Hands 9:30 - UFC News: What's next for Conor 20:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Next Canadian UFC Champions 30:00 - UFC Moncton Preview: 205ers on Display

We roll out this episode by chatting with the youngest light heavyweight in the top 10, Dominick Reyes. We chat about the prestige of the 205lbs division and what he wants to do next. Plus, we're counting down the top 5 fights we have left in this calendar year. There are some bangers in there and we didn't have room for them all. See which ones made the cut! All this, plus we take a look around the MMA world with our news roundup, and we discuss jiu jitsu with hot black belt prospect Levi Jones-Leary. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Dominick Reyes Interview; Who's Next? 11:00 - MMA News Roundup; Bye, Bye, Eddie 24:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Fights Left in 2018 38:00 - Levi Jones-Leary Interview; Next Big Black Belt?

On this week's show, we start by sitting down with Scott Holtzman, fresh off his big win. He breaks down his future and where he wants to go to next. Then we give you all the news roundup you can handle this week. What does Dave think about Khabib? What does Gumby think about Cormier vs Lewis? They'll dish on it all. And we close this week out with a Combat Countdown. There are a lot of complaints in the work of MMA these days. The Top Turtle crew wants to bring the good vibes and let you know it's all gonna be okay. Don't miss this one unless you want to stay angry. TIME CODES: 1:00 - Scott Holtzman Interview: Who's Next? 12:00 - News Roundup: Conor Deserve a Rematch? 19:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Complaints of a UFC Fan

For the most loaded week in MMA, we have the most loaded show we’ve had all year. To start, we’re breaking down the UFC 229 headliner in a couple of ways. Not only are “Gumby” and Dave bickering about who’ll take home the strap, but we’re also outsourcing our analytical work. “The Motown Phenom” takes us through what he thinks are the strengths of each fighter and what could go wrong. It’s a can’t miss break down. Then we go around MMA to talk about what is going on in the UFC. From “Suga” Sean O’Malley’s positive test to the UFC 230 headliner than has everybody talking (and not in a good way), we’re discussing it all. We follow up our Combat Countdown from last week, where we talked about the most Khabib like fighters in the UFC, with one about the next Conors. Who is brash enough and hits hard enough to make a statement in their division? Plus, we wrap up this week’s show by checking out the odds for this weekend’s card, and talking to former UFC middleweight and current KSW contender Scott Askham.

On this episode, we chat with "Hurricane" Shane Burgos about overcoming a loss. Plus, he talks about the joys of fighting at home and what he has in store for Kurt Holobaugh. Then, to get ready for the biggest fight of the century, our Combat Countdown is Conor and Khabib themed. This week, we look at 5 fighters who resemble Khabib's style the most. Each one might be a champion in the making. All this and a rundown of all things MMA news. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Shane Burgos Interview: Home Cooking 11:00 - MMA News Roundup: Eddie Alvarez on the way to Asia? 25:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Next Khabibs

On this week’s episode we’re talking with “Suga” Sean O’Malley, and not just about his fight. He opens up about his new career that involves more button smashing than face smashing. Plus, he’ll dish on what Reebok has cooking up for him in the near future. Then we take to our Combat Countdown. In honor of the recent passing of the great Kid Yamamoto, we count down out top 5 favorite pioneers of MMA, who don’t get the credit they deserve. Yamamoto will for sure be on the list, but you’ll have to tune in to see who joins him. Then we close the show by giving the quick breakdown of the snake-bit UFC Sao Paulo card. The main event may have changed, but the violence in still there. Time Stamps: 1:00 - Sean O’Malley Interview: Video Games and Tee Shirts 15:30 - UFC Russia Review: Lackluster Future Title Challengers 18:30 - Our New Sponsor: BALL WASH 21:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Underrated MMA Pioneers 27:30 - UFC Sao Paulo Breakdown: Newcomer vs Former Champ?

On this week's episode, it's all about Suarez. We have the top strawweight on to talk about her recent victory. Plus, she breaks down how she feels she'd do against Jessica Andrade and Rose Namajunas. Plus, she stakes her claim as the best wrestler her division has ever seen. Then we continue the grapple-fest with our Combat Countdown. This week, we're looking at the best female grapplers in MMA history. Our guest might just make an appearance on the list too. Then we take a peek at UFC Russia. And while we can't talk about Tatiana in that breakdown, there are some fun heavyweight fights on that card. TIME STAMPS: 1:00 - Tatiana Suarez Interview: Best Wrestler Ever? 13:00 - UFC 228 Discussion: Why the Hate on Woodley 19:00 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Female UFC Grapplers 30:00 - UFC Russia Breakdown: Welcome Back, Krylov