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MMA History

MMA Detective Mike Davis, Joey Venti

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MMA History Podcasts brings you a different episode every week hearing stories directly from the people involved. MMA Detective Mike Davis and Herb Dean’s Dog Sitter Joey Venti being you incredibly researched subjects that will give you information that will even surprise even the smartest of MMA fans. Please leave us a review on iTunes and a comment on Spotify
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Former UFC welterweight champion, Matt Serra is known for his passion. Not only from his days competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship, but for his love of all things Geek. Matt is a big TV and Movie fan and wants to expand his Matt's Movie into a full on hour long show. Each and every week Matt will be joined by a guest covering the things that he wants to discuss. Join him on this journey!
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Send us a text Bart Vale Career Deep Dive Ep 273 Bart Vale is considered to be one of the few Americans to be on the ground floor of the Japan MMA explosion. Bart Vale takes us through his time with New Japan Pro Wrestling (NJPW) which include a famous confrontation with Ken Shamrock. BIG thank you to William Colosimo who helped us with understandi…
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In todays episode Matt Serra sits down with the amazing director Gavin O'Connor. Gavin has a sequel coming out to his hit movie The Acoountant with Ben Affleck. Matt and Gavin discuss his relationship with Affleck, working on various movies with him. They dive into how Gavin got started, Suicide Squad, Miracle and Gavin tells a great story about al…
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Send us a text Ep 272 Carlson Gracie Tribute - Marcelo Mello Marcelo Mello reflects on his beginnings with a man whom is considered a modern fighting legend. Mello’s, time with Carlson Gracie had him witness the incredible foundation of the greatest combat sports team ever assembled; His journey there ended with an unspoken incident that had Mello …
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Send us a text Christine Ferea BKFC Deep Dice Ep 271 Christine Ferea is known as the GOAT when it comes to her reign at the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. In this episode we get to know Christine Ferea the person in order to understand what drives her to become the most dominant champion in Bare Knuckle history. Christine Ferea BKFC Deep Dive …
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Send us a text Ep 270 Sean Sherk Early Years Sean Sherk has one of the most unique journeys to becoming a UFC World Champion. His departure from the sport has always been somewhat of a mystery; in this interview we discuss his path to being called World Champion. It is a powerful listen Ep 270 Sean Sherk Early years 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lyte…
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Matt Serra sits down with the legend, Bas Rutten. They talk everything from Pride to UFC to announcing and more in the world of MMA. They talk about the new A24 moie that Bas is in with The Rock called The Smashing Machine. Bas talks about the experience and shares some stories from the set. It is a GREAT conversation between the two friends. Enjoy…
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Send us a text Ep 269 Gene LeBell Tribute Gene LeBell is hard to describe in a few words 2x National Judo Champion, Pro Wrestler, Shoot Fighter and internationally respected stuntman are just a few of the things that you can mention. Lebell Black Belts John Perretti and John Donehue reminisce about their training and life experiences about a man th…
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Send us a text Ep 258 Nate Quarry The Ultimate Fighter 1 Nate Quarry was a member of the inaugural season of TUF and a leading advocate for fighters rights. Nate Quarry explores the path that he took as a fighter that gave him the credibility to get justice for former MMA fighters all over the world. Please join us as we relive Nate’s journey Nate …
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Send us a text Eddie Gordon Road to The Ultimate Fighter Ep 267 Eddie Gordon comes from the internationally renowned Serra Longo gym and the winner of TUF 19 Eddie Gordon helps break down why Serra Longo is so successful and the impact it had on him as a person and his career. Special Thank You to Nick Lamagna from the A Game podcast for landing th…
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In this special episode of Geeking Out With Matt Serra, the former UFC welterweight champ talks about the best moments in his career and the worst. Specifically mentiojing three great ones and three bad ones. He dives into some stuff he is watching as well. Join us! #ufc #welterweight #championship #champions #mattserra #danawhite #gsp #movies #gee…
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Send us a text Nate Marquardt Pancrase years Ep 266 Nate Marquardt is a 50 fight club member with a prolific 20 fight career within the Pancrase organization. Nate Marquardt gives us an update as to what he is currently doing as well as a glimpse into his career in Japan Nate Marquardt Pancrase years Ep 266 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out int…
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This episode of Geek out with Matt Serra. Former UFC Walterway champion Matt Serra talks about the 2025 movie season and what he’s most excited to see. Will he choose Superman? Will he choose any of the big Marvel DC movies as the ones he has to see or will it be something outside the box or a mixture of both? Join the champ and enjoy in the conver…
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Send us a text Ep 265 Ralph Gracie Career Drive Ralph Gracie joins us to discuss the Wild West days of what will later become Mixed Martial Arts. Ralph Gracie black belt and BJJ pioneer Allan “Gumby” Marques joins us as we take a look into the life and career of a man that generally does NOT do interviews. This one took almost a year to land and is…
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On today's show Matt is joined by the Cro-Mags own, musician Harley Flanagan. Harley has a new documentary about his life releasing and he discusses it with Matt. The two long time friends discuss some crazy stories together, how they met and more. Harley tells some wild stories and yes he was BRANDED on stage! #ufc #mma #wwe #knockout #jujitsu #ka…
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Send us a text Ep 264 Chuck Liddell Early Career Deep Dive Chuck Liddell iconic rise to becoming a UFC champion is documented in this historic interview featuring long time trainer and personal friend John Hackleman. Chuck Liddell and John Hackleman Rene ice about the beginnings of a career that would propel Chuck to international stardom. Leviatha…
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On today's episode, Matt is joined by his Micky, Ray Longo! Longo and Serra talk war stories. Matt asks Ray to tell his craziest street fight story and he doesn't disappoint. Serra returns the favor and tells a few of his and how life would have been VERY different if a court decision didn't go in his favor. Enjoy this epiode of the Matt Serra show…
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Send us a text Ep 263 Robert Drysdale MMA & ADCC Robert Drysdale is a renowned BJJ historian with an accomplished career in Jiu Jitsu and Martial Arts Drysdale reminisces about his BJJ beginnings, winning a world title as well as some incredible moments he experiences as a coach. When going into an interview with a fellow historian, it can get supe…
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On today's episode, Matt is joined by his good friend Chris Lytle. Matt and Chris talk about thier origin story, living together in the TUF house. They discuss both their fights, being tricked into the sequel boy Joe Silva. Chris talks about life after UFC. this and more on the show today. #ufc #mma #wwe #knockout #jujitsu #karrionkross #fights #wr…
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Send us a text Ep 262 Dan Bobish Career Deep Dive Dan Bobish record is an incredible resume when you look at his fight record. One of the founding members of the legendary Strong Style gym, Dan Bobish recalls some moments from his career that are incredibly fascinating. This interview took over 2 years to finally get recorded, we hope that you enjo…
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re-order Karrion’s book: https://www.amazon.com/Life-Fighting-... On today's episode, Matt is joined by WWE superstar Karrion Kross. They talk about thier origin story, Karrion's love for Jujitsu, considering UFC as a career and when he fell in love with wrestling. Karrion tells us who he thinks is the toughest guy in hte WWE lockerroom. This and m…
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Send us a text Ep 261 Al Iaquinta BEFORE the UFC Al Iaquinta had an impressive career within the UFC that included a world title fight; what most people dont know is how crazy and difficult his path was to getting a UFC contract. This interview has Iaquinta recaling stories and issues prior to his stint within the UFC that have never talked about S…
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Send us a text Ep 260 Gabriel Gonzaga Early Career Gabriel Gonzaga is a name that pops up on several legendary fighters records. internationally respected trainer Wander Braga joins us as we discuss Gonzaga’s beginnings and his incredible run in the ADCC. Wander Braga in the ONLY reason that Gonzaga agreed to do the interview and we are incredibly …
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Send us a text Ep 258 Andrei Arlovski 1999-2009 Andrei Arlovski has never given an interview outside of a fight scrum. With the help of ATT coach Mike Brown we were able to wrangle him in for this exclusive sit down. Andrei Arlovski arrived in Chicago by way of Belarus with more questions than we have ever had answers…. A lot gets cleared up within…
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Legend month continues on Geeking out with Matt Serra. Matt is joined by former UFC light weight champion, former welterweight champion, the great BJ PENN. BJ and Matt talk about how they met, when they fought, how they became friends and the y share warrior stories from the Octagon. Enjoy! #ufc #serra #fights #mma #jujitsu #hawaii #bjpenn…
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Send us a text Ep 257 Mac Danzig BEFORE the UFC Mac Danzig 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction 1:19 interview start 4:04 learning techniques from VHS tapes 5:25 UFC 2 being the most violent UFC event 8:23 early beginnings in MMA 13:05 connecting with the Raw team 18:35 Rico Chiaperelli rolling with Rickson Gracie 22:…
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Legend week continues on Geeking out with Matt Serra. Matt is joined by former UFC light heavyweight champion RAMPAGE JACKSON. They discuss Rampage leaving PRide to come to the UFC and what the difference in the fan base is. They both share stories about thier time over in Japan. Matt asks Ramapge if he thinks he was brought over to Chuck to lose. …
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Send us a text Ep 256 John Donehue Australian BJJ Pioneer 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction 1:33 interview start 1:44 early beginnings in MMA 5:47 going to the United States for Jiu Jitsu 7:46 training with Gene Labell 11:14 Gene Labell training stuntman Matt Johnson 15:00 watching UFC 1 19:36 relationship with Joh…
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The great GSP is on with Matt today. They talk about their origin story, both of their fights and more. They discuss a lot of great UFC memories, Georges incredible journey in the sport and why he came back to fight Bisping and why he retired afterwards. They discus his time in Marvel and then chat for a while about Star Wars and what can be done t…
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Send us a text Ep 255 Pete Spratt Career Deep Dive Pete Spratt was known for having explosive power and anyone brave or foolish enough to stand and trade with him paid the price. What took place behind the scenes with Pete Spratt is actually just as interesting as what we saw in the cage. Ep 255 Pete Spratt Career Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0…
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Send us a text Ep 254 - 2024 Year in Review Sit back and relax as the LOP crew break down statistics from the past year as well as the inner workings and how we manage information. We address what was taking place behind the scenes in order to land some of this years guests as well s follow ups to the stand out appearances. Special Thank You to Hon…
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Send us a text Ep 253 Jay Ellis Life of a Journeyman Jay Ellis is a veteran of almost 150 fights including 30 UFC veterans abs almost 2 dozen Bellator competitors. Jay has never said no to a fight and has some incredible wins on his record that are shocking. Ep 253 Jay Ellis Life of a Journeyman 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 gues…
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Send us a text Ep 252 Joe Doerkson Early Career Deep Dive Joe Doerkson is Canadas first 50 Fight Club member Hailing from Manitoba Canada Joe Doerkson was a guy that had to make BIG sacrifices in order dedicate himself to a life of fighting. Having never said no to a fight, it will surprise you as to the opponents he faced and the pay associated wi…
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Send us a text Ep 251 Spencer Fisher Update w/ Peter Freer Spencer Fisher publicly stated a few years ago that he had been suffering from a traumatic brain injury (TBI) and that his mental/physical well being was declining. Peter Freer is a life long friend of Spencer Fisher and the creator of PlayAttention.com In this episode we discuss the curren…
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Send us a text Ep 250 Roland Sarria Career & Controversy 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 guest introduction 1:25 interview start 2:03 beginnings in Jiu Jitsu 3:35 Gracie Challenge matches 9:41 relationship with Rickson Gracie 11:35 opening up first Gym 12:36 experience with Richard Hamilton 14:34 Richard Hamilton leaving the Phoeni…
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Send us a text Ep 249 Oleg Taktarov Career Deep Dive Oleg Taktarov became a household name at UFC 5; his journey through the NHB era started prior to UFC 1. Join us as Oleg Taktarov takes us through a legendary career with a lot of crazy stories. Ep 249 Oleg Taktarov Career Deep Dive 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:01 Joey Venti’s gue…
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Matt Serra is an avid TV, film watcher and video game enthusiast. In a special segment called HIDDEN GEMS, Matt will share his thoughts on some of the things you might have missed or might have to revisit. Today Matt covers TV, film and VR. #ufc #fights #denzel #feud #mattserra #dinthomas #training
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Send us a text Ep 248 Chris Camozzi BEFORE the UFC Ep Chris Camozzi is a 20 fight UFC veteran and the Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship 205lbs World Champion. Camozzis journey to the UFC is starts at the grassroots of the Denver Colorado scene; this is a fun listen Chris Camozzi BEFORE the UFC Ep 248 0:00 plugs/ promotions 0:42 Lytes out intro 1:0…
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Send us a text Ep 247 Paul Jones Career Deep Dive Paul Jones started his career in Steve Nelson’s United Shoot Wrestling Federation. Heath Herring, Evan Tanner and Ali Elias are a few of the names that he worked out with on his way to fighting in the UFC. Paul’s career has some of the most stringent MMA experts debating exactly how good he was.; an…
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Matt Serra and UFC rising superstar Grant Dawson talk about how Grant decided he wanted to be a fighter. They discuss Star Wars movies and why Grant feels the Prequels are the best of the bunch. then they dive into the Alien movies, most notably Alien (1979) Aliens (1986) and the most recent Alien Romulus (2024) Enjoy! #ufc #grantdawson #mattserra …
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Send us a text Ep 245 John Perretti Extreme Fighting 3 John Perretti joins us once again in order to continue to document the incredibly important Extreme Fighting Battlecade events. John Perretti is the foundation of which “Modern” MMA is built on top of; his Extreme Fighting Battlecade events are the blue prints for which grew the understanding o…
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