Best AMPD Podcasts (2025)

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Full Circle - Mark Watson 1:02:21

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10d ago1:02:21

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On this episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski; amputee, advocate, drummer, and storyteller, sits down with one of the most unexpectedly extraordinary people you’ll ever meet: Mark Watson. Mark isn’t a celebrity. He isn’t a decorated athlete. He isn’t a world-traveling motivational speaker. He’s an everyday guy who survived a life…

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Follow the AMP'D Framework for Transformative Presentations 4:35

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Have you ever sat through a presentation where the speaker clearly knew their stuff, but something was just... off? Maybe they rambled, their message wasn't clear, or you left thinking, "What was the point?" Here's the truth: great speakers don't wing it. They follow a process. And that's exactly what the AMP'D Framework gives you—a proven, systema…

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What's Your Body Language Saying 5:04

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Nonverbal communication—your posture, gestures, facial expressions, and movement—all send messages to your audience, sometimes even contradicting what you're saying. In this episode, you'll learn about the conversation that's happening while you're speaking—the one your body is having with your audience. Your body language can speak louder than you…

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Craft an Attention-Grabbing Opening 5:19

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Here's the harsh reality: if you lose your audience in the first minute, it's incredibly hard to win them back. So, the first 30 seconds of your presentation, your Attention-Grabbing Opening, has to reach out and grab them! Tune in and learn how to open with an attention-grabbing openings that engage your audiences from word one. Just as important,…

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Researching Your Audience Can Make or Break Your Presentation 6:06

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Today, we're tackling something that can make or break your presentation before you even step in front of your audience. It's called audience research, and if you skip this step, you're essentially speaking into a void. Let's talk about how to truly understand your audience so you can deliver a message they actually care about. Picture this: You've…

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Breaking the Mold - Viktoria Modesta 1:06:31

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She didn’t just rewrite the rules, she built an entirely new playbook. Viktoria Modesta, the world’s first amputee pop star and one of the most iconic creative forces in modern culture, sits down with Rick Bontkowski for a rare, revealing conversation. From medical trauma to global stages… From silence to self-invention… From prosthetic necessity t…

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I'm Back! 2:14

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If you listened to my episode titled the Final Episode, you know why I've been away. And now, after two years, I'm back and ready to reconnect with you. In fact, I have changed the title of that episode to This Used to Be My Final Episode. But here's the thing — what I went through back then has given me a fresh perspective. I love this podcast, an…

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From Prosthetics to Purpose - Jason Dickens 1:06:41

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What if a retired prosthetic could be more than a memory? What if it could become a knife that honors a veteran’s story… or fund a child’s new leg… or even help an amputee climb a 14,000-foot mountain? In this inspiring episode, Rick Bontkowski sits down with Jason Dickens, founder of ReDefined Prosthetics, a nonprofit redefining what it means to g…

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Amp'd Up: Updates in Energy Law 39:21

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Tune in for the latest updates and biggest developments in Energy Law with guest host Anna Girard Fletcher, Executive Director of the Energy and Mineral Law Foundation. Anna dives into the evolving legal landscape shaping the energy sector—covering key cases, policy changes, and industry trends that every legal and energy professional needs to know…

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Surviving the Unthinkable - Katy Grainger 51:51

4M ago51:51

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On this episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski welcomes Katy Grainger, a sepsis survivor whose life changed forever in the span of just a few days. What began as a small cut on her thumb quickly escalated into septic shock, organ failure, and a medically induced coma. When Katy awoke, she faced the unimaginable reality of losing b…

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Firefighter. Amputee. History Maker - Michael Laughlin 48:28

5M ago48:28

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What does it take to return to one of the most physically demanding jobs on earth, after losing your leg? In this unforgettable episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski sits down with Michael Laughlin, Canada’s first amputee firefighter, whose story is as courageous as the job he’s reclaimed. After a devastating motorcycle accident …

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The Comeback Kid - Parker Byrd 51:46

5M ago51:46

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In this powerful episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski sits down with Parker Byrd, a standout athlete, college baseball player, and the first NCAA Division I player to compete with a prosthetic leg. After a life-altering boating accident took his leg, Parker defied every odd and returned to the field with more grit and heart than…

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The Relentless Climb Back - Tom Jalinski 1:00:17

6M ago1:00:17

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What does it take to stare down adversity and keep climbing, literally? In this episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host and creator Rick Bontkowski sits down with Tom Jalinski, a bilateral below-the-knee amputee who refused to let limb loss define his limits. Tom takes us deep into the mental and physical grind of becoming an endurance hiker post-…

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Strength Beyond the Scale - Mark Ksobiech 48:18

6M ago48:18

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What happens when determination outweighs despair? In this powerful episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski sits down with Mark Ksobiech, an amputee who lost over 250 pounds and reclaimed his life in the face of overwhelming challenges. Mark opens up about the emotional and physical transformation that reshaped his identity, his he…

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Limb Preservation Foundation - Hope Beyond Limits 2025 - PART 2 1:10:17

7M ago1:10:17

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Part 2 of this special live series brings you straight to the heart of the 2025 Limb Preservation Foundation Symposium, where leaders in medicine, technology, advocacy, and lived experience come together to reshape the future of limb care. Hosted and created by Rick Bontkowski, The AMP’D UP211 Podcast continues its mission to amplify voices from th…

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Limb Preservation Foundation - Hope Beyond Limits 2025 - PART 1 1:02:56

7M ago1:02:56

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Recorded live at the 2025 Limb Preservation Foundation Symposium in Golden Colorado, this is Part 1 of a powerful two-part AMP’D UP211 series that captures the energy, advocacy, and innovation driving the future of limb loss and limb preservation. Hosted by amputee and podcast creator Rick Bontkowski, this special episode puts you in the room with …

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Limbs For Life - Randy Titony 52:28

8M ago52:28

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What does it take to change a life with the gift of mobility? In this inspiring episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski, a right below-knee amputee, and passionate advocate, sits down with Randy Titony, Executive Director of the Limbs for Life Foundation. Randy shares the powerful story behind Limbs for Life’s mission to provide pr…

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Rebuilt to Rock - Jason Barnes 57:38

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Meet Jason Barnes, the drummer who defied the odds after losing his arm in an accident. He didn’t just return to drumming… he revolutionized it. With the help of cutting-edge robotics and pure grit, Jason now plays with a bionic arm and is pushing the boundaries of human potential. In honor of Limb Loss Awareness Month, this episode isn’t just abou…

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E5 UFC 314 Embedded (AMP'd) | #ufc #UFC314 #embedded 9:49

9M ago9:49

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Dana White cleans up trash in Miami; UFC athletes make their media day rounds: Patricio Pitbull trains; The stars of UFC 314 exchange words at the pre-fight press conference before facing off.By AMP Radio

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E4 UFC 314 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFC314 #Embedded 9:29

9M ago9:29

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Michael Chandler wraps up camp in Deerfield Beach and heads to Miami; Diego Lopes and his team enjoy a day at the beach; UFC athletes begin their fight week check ins; Patricio Pitbull hits pads; Alexander Volkanovski takes in a night at the comedy club; Paddy Pimblett goes through fight simulation.By AMP Radio

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E3 UFC 314 Embedded (AMP'd) | #ufc #ufc314 #embedded 9:02

9M ago9:02

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Pitbull arrives in Miami for his UFC debut; Michael Chandler gets a haircut; Jean Silva and his team race go karts; Paddy Pimblett trains outdoors before going to the Miami Heat game; Alexander Volkanovski cooks dinner for his team; Michael Chandler wraps up training in Deerfield; Alexander Volkanovski and Diego Lopes come face to face.…

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Volkanovski vs Lopes | #ufc314 #UFC #UFCCountdown 27:19

9M ago27:19

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UFC 314 Countdown previews the promotion’s return to Miami, where former featherweight champion looks to regain his title against Diego Lopes.By AMP Radio

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E2 UFC 314 Embedded | #UFC #UFC314 #UFCEmbedded #Embedded 9:30

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Alex Volkanovski and team have a hibachi dinner; Diego Lopes eats pizza and watches fights; Jean Silva gets driven to the airport by a friend to start his trip to Miami; Yair Rodriguez has boxing training in a place where legends were made; Alex Volkanovski looks for alligators on an airboat; Paddy Pimblett relaxes on a yacht; Michael Chandler grap…

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UFC 314 Countdown (Full Episode) [AMP'd] | #UFC #ufc314 #UFCCountdown 47:39

9M ago47:39

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UFC 314 Countdown previews the promotion’s return to Miami, where former featherweight champion looks to regain his title against Diego Lopes. Plus, Michael Chandler collides with UK phenom Paddy Pimblett. #UFC #ufc314 #UFCCountdownBy AMP Radio

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E1 UFC 314 Embedded | #UFC #ufc314 #embedded 8:55

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Paddy Pimblett soaks in fatherhood and wraps up training in Liverpool, UK while Diego Lopes has his last good meal in Mexico. Jean Silva is doggedly training in Brazil. Yair Rodriguez, Diego Lopes, and former Champion Alexander Volkanovski then get in their first training sessions for fight week in Miami while Michael Chandler verbally spars with P…

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Barbering, Business, and Beating the Odds - Travis Sanders 42:55

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What happens when life throws you a challenge that changes everything? For Travis Sanders, losing his leg wasn’t the end but the beginning of a powerful new chapter. In this episode of The AMP’D UP211 Podcast, Travis shares his resilience journey, from learning to navigate life as an amputee to thriving as a master barber, business owner, and mento…

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Comedy, Cancer, and Kicking Ass – Woody Roseland Speaks 52:32

10M ago52:32

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On this episode of The AMP'D UP211 Podcast, host Rick Bontkowski, a right below-the-knee (RBK) amputee, sits down with the unstoppable Woody Roseland. From surviving cancer six times to turning pain into punchlines, Woody has redefined resilience with humor, hustle, and an unbreakable spirit. How did he go from battling cancer to commanding stages …

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E6 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP’d) | #UFC #UFCEmbedded #UFC313 #MMA 7:13

10M ago7:13

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UFC 313 athletes begin their weight cuts ahead of Official Weigh-Ins; Champ Alex Pereira gets his face painted ahead of UFC 313 Ceremonial Weigh-Ins; Athletes take to the stage for final face offs ahead of their UFC 313 bouts. #UFCBy AMP Radio

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E5 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #ufc313 #embedded 9:22

10M ago9:22

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The athletes of UFC 313 make their Media Day rounds; Justin Gaethje rolls with Kamaru Usman; Ignacio Bahamondes trains with welterweight champ Belal Muhammad and Rey Mysterio; Champ Alex Pereira plays Street Fighter II with his team; The stars of UFC 313 gather for the Pre-Fight Press Conference.By AMP Radio

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E4 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #embedded #ufc313 8:44

10M ago8:44

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UFC 313 athletes kick off fight week with their check-ins; Mairon Santos visits The Ultimate Fighter house to inspire this season’s athletes; Jailin Turner goes for a hike in the mountains; Athletes get their event photos taken; Champ Alex Pereira hones his Jiu Jitsu.#UFC #embedded #ufc313By AMP Radio

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E3 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #embedded #ufc313 8:05

10M ago8:05

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Justin Gaethje trains at the UFC PI; Magomed Ankalaev has a striking session; Champ Alex Pereira tests his recovery with his physiotherapist; Maurico Ruffy races cars; Justin Gaethje hits golf balls with Megan Olivi; Rafael Fiziev runs into Chael Sonnen.#UFC #embedded #ufc313By AMP Radio

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E2 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #embedded #ufc313 8:06

10M ago8:06

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Justin Gaethje trains before heading to Las Vegas; Champ Alex Pereira wraps up camp in Connecticut; Magomed Ankalaev has dinner with his team; Rafael Fiziev hits pads and plays with swords; Mauricio Ruffy and team are in the Performance Institute; Justin Gaethje kicks off the Vegas Golden Knights game.…

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UFC 313 Full Countdown (AMP'd) | #ufc313 #UFC #UFCCountdown 23:51

10M ago23:51

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UFC 313 Countdown a title fight between light heavyweight champion Alex Pereira and rising star Magomed Ankalaev.#ufc313 #UFC #UFCCountdownBy AMP Radio

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E1 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFC313 #MMA 6:08

10M ago6:08

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E1 UFC 313 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFC313 #MMABy AMP Radio

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Business Growth & Funding for Start Ups #127 44:25

10M ago44:25

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In this episode of Amp’d Up Live, we sit down with Kalio Young, Tim J Means Business, and Jemaine Clentscale to discuss their upcoming event focused on credit repair, business funding, and scaling for success. Whether you're a new entrepreneur or an established business owner, this is a golden opportunity to gain insider knowledge on securing fundi…

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Conscious Reggae, Culture & More with Jesse Royal #125 12:51

10M ago12:51

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Get ready for an electrifying episode of AMPD UP LIVE as we sit down with reggae powerhouse Jesse Royal! Hosted by Antonia, this conversation dives deep into Jesse’s journey in music, the evolution of reggae, his inspirations, and the impact of conscious lyrics in today’s world.We’re talking music, culture, spirituality, and the future of reggae—al…

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Shocking Plane Crashes of 2025 #126 9:03

10M ago9:03

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On this episode of Ampd Up Live, hosts Antonia and Ashanti break down the most shocking aviation disasters from the past month. From deadly midair collisions to terrifying emergency landings, we discuss what happened, why, and what it means for air travel safety.🔹 Arizona Midair Collision – Two small planes crash near Marana Regional Airport, leavi…

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From Viral Fame to Chart-Topping Success, iCandy is Rewriting the Rules of the Rap Game #124 42:32

11M ago42:32

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Join hosts Antonia and TMak as they sit down with iCandy, the viral rap sensation who’s shaking up the music scene and dominating the charts! 🎶✨ From her breakthrough hit "Keep Dat" to her journey as a trailblazer in hip-hop, iCandy shares her rise to fame, her creative process, and what’s next in her unstoppable career.iCandy - @iamicandy_ Antonia…

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Adielis Shares Her Journey, Passion & Empowering Message #123 59:45

11M ago59:45

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On this episode of AMPD UP LIVE, Ashanti and Antonia sit down with the young and talented artist, Adielis. 🎙️✨ She opens up about her passion for creating music that inspires and uplifts those who’ve ever doubted themselves. 💡❤️Adielis shares:🎵 What drives her as an artist💬 How she handles life’s challenges🌟 What’s next for her musical journeyGet r…

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E6 UFC 312 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #ufc312 #embedded 7:07

11M ago7:07

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UFC 312 Embedded: Vlog Series - Episode 6Sean Strickland checks in with Dana following the press conference; With weigh-ins approaching, athletes begin their weight cuts; The men and women of UFC 312 step on the scales to make their bouts official; The stars of UFC 312 have their final face offs in anticipation of fight night.#UFC #ufc312 #embedded…

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E5 UFC 312 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #ufc312 #embedded 7:58

11M ago7:58

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UFC 312 Embedded: Vlog Series - Episode 5Champ Zhang Weili trains in the athlete hotel; Jimmy Crute meditates in a park; Champ Dricus Du Plessis has a pad session; Colby Thicknesse walks through the botanical garden with his girlfriend; Sean Strickland gets ready for the press conference; The stars of UFC 312 trade words before facing off at the pr…

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E4 UFC 312 Embedded (AMP'd) } #UFC #ufc312 #embedded 9:26

11M ago9:26

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UFC 312 Embedded: Vlog Series - Episode 4Sean Strickland spars with Caio Borralho; Champ Dricus Du Plessis gets a morning training session in; Colby Thicknesse continues camp with Alexander Volkanovski; UFC 312 athletes make the Media Day rounds; The stars of UFC 312 greet their fans at the Open Workouts.#UFC #ufc312 #embedded…

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E3 UFC 312 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #ufc312 #embedded 9:07

11M ago9:07

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Sean Strickland relaxes at the beach; Champ Zhang Weili makes the trip to Sydney; Champ Dricus Du Plessis has a run in with a spider at the gym; Tatiana Suarez trains in the hotel; Jimmy Crute cuts his hair for fight night; Australia welcomes the athletes of UFC 312; Fighters check-in for UFC 312 fight week.…

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E2 UFC 312 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #ufc312 #embedded 8:46

11M ago8:46

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UFC 312 Embedded: Vlog Series - Episode 2Champ Dricus Du Plessis hangs out with the Canberra Raiders and then goes deep sea fishing; Aleksandre Topuria trains with his brother Ilia Topuria; Colby Thicknesse unwinds at the lake; Jimmy Crute has his last striking session in Melbourne; Champ Zhang Weili wraps up camp in Thailand; Sean Strickland takes…

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E1 UFC 312 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFC312 #UFCEmbedded 9:34

11M ago9:34

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Champ Dricus Du Plessis has his last training session in South Africa; Champ Zhang Weili plays badminton to recover; Tatiana Suarez continues camp in Sydney; Jake Matthews and Jimmy Crute spar; Alexander Volkanovski helps Colby Thicknesse prepare for his UFC debut; Sean Strickland rides motorcycles and packs for Australia.UFC 312 Embedded: Vlog Ser…

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UFC 312 Countdown (AMP'd) Full | #UFCCountdown #ufc312 #UFC 47:42

11M ago47:42

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UFC 312 Countdown previews two title fights, as middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis looks to defend his crown against Sean Strickland in a rematch. Plus, women's Strawweight champion Zhang Weili puts her belt on the line against Tatiana Suarez. #UFCCountdown #ufc312 #UFCBy AMP Radio

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E6 UFC 311 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #ufc311 #embedded 9:46

11M ago9:46

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Umar Nurmagomedov is hyped after the press conference; Payton Talbott cuts weight; A dramatic official weigh-in sees a main event shake up as champ Islam Makhachev will now take on Renato Moicano; Islam Makhachev eats Dagestani soup; Jiri Prochazka meets his biggest fan; The stars of UFC 311 face off at the Ceremonial Weigh-ins.#UFC #ufc311 #embedd…

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E4 UFC 311 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFCEmbedded #UFC311 8:25

11M ago8:25

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E4 UFC 311 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFCEmbedded #UFC311Arman Tsarukyan trains and has a photo shoot; Beneil Dariush is on “daddy duty”; Jamahal Hill and Jiri Prochazka arrive in Los Angeles; Athletes begin check-in for UFC 311; Islam Makhachev has a striking session at the hotel.By AMP Radio

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E5 UFC 311 Embedded (AMP'd) | #UFC #UFC311 #UFCEmbedded #Embedded 9:18

11M ago9:18

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UFC 311 athletes have their Media Day rounds; Renato Moicano takes a walk around Los Angeles; Champ Islam Makhachev trains and begins his weight cut in the hotel; Payton Talbott looks at art; Reinier De Ridder goes shoe shopping; The stars of UFC 311 gather on stage for the pre-fight press conference.…

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E3 UFC 311 Embedded (AMP'd) 8:54

12M ago8:54

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Champ Islam Makhachev and Umar Nurmagomedov finish camp and head to Los Angeles; Arman Tsarukyan has cold therapy before going to the LA Clippers game; Jamahal Hill records his podcast; Jiri Prochazka trains at the PI; Champ Merab Dvalishvili starts the drive to Los Angeles.By AMP Radio