Best Matt Mckinney Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 446 - Emil Wagner, Matt Messer and Paul Marks 50:32

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Emil Wagner, Matt Messer and Paul Marks join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio to recap the recent 2025 Nitro Bassmaster Elite Qualifier at Lake Champlain presented by Bass Pro Shops.By B.A.S.S.

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#341 Glyn Powditch: Breathe like THIS for Better Jiu Jitsu 1:02:49

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If you still “gas” when the pressure hits, you’re breathing wrong. Today, I (@thejoshmckinney) sit down with Glyn Podwitch (@glynpowditch). Glyn breaks down practical breathwork for BJJ—how to brace in crushing positions (scarf hold, neon belly), inflate to survive triangles, and use exhale timing to escape without panicking. We also get into Ricks…

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Mario Bautista eyes 9-fight win streak, Mateusz Gamrot on Oliveira matchup, UFC Perth picks 53:01

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Matt Serra and Jim Norton return for a midweek edition of UFC Unfiltered with a pair of No. 8–ranked contenders, bantamweight Mario Bautista and lightweight Mateusz Gamrot, as both men prepare to embrace the road-dog role against fan favorites. Bautista joins the show to reflect on his eight-fight winning streak and preview next month’s bantamweigh…

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Bryan Schmitt- The River King 1:39:13

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How do you cultivate a winner? Bryan Schmitt wins at a rate in professional fishing that is second to none. If you ask Bryan though it is not all about catching the fish, the mental approach is key. Listen along as we dive into exactly how Bryan stays so mentally sharp and keeps finding himself in the winners circle.…

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Shaw Grigsby- Big Bass, Big Gators, and Forward Facing Sonar 1:33:22

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Welcome back to Bass U Live, today we are catching up with a bass fishing hall of famer Shaw Grigsby. We dive into what Shaws retirement plans are and why he loves forward facing sonar!By BUTV

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Youssef Zalal talks Josh Emmett matchup, Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani on DWCS win, guest co-host Din Thomas 1:06:29

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Din Thomas jumps in as guest co-host alongside Matt Serra for a jam-packed Monday edition of UFC Unfiltered! First up, 9th-ranked featherweight Youssef Zalal stops by ahead his UFC 320 showdown with Josh Emmett. Riding a four-fight UFC winning streak, Youssef shares stories from his long-awaited trip back to Morocco before shifting his focus to his…

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Episode 445 - Seth Feider, Bernie Schultz and Brandon Lester 50:16

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Seth Feider, Bernie Schultz and Brandon Lester join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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#340 Don't Let Jiu-Jitsu Ruin Your Life 1:16:47

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Jiu-Jitsu obsession is powerful—it can make you great, but it can also wreck your health, family, and future if you don’t control it. In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) break down why “balance” is a lie, the dark side of obsession, and the 5 hacks that keep you training hard without destroying everything else. If you’ve ever felt like Jiu-Jitsu i…

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Aljamain Sterling on Ortega win & 145-lb. title path, Aly Mac talks next weekend’s UFC Perth card 56:12

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Matt brings the heat with a brand new microphone as he teams up with guest co-host John Morgan for a midweek edition of UFC Unfiltered! Nearly a month removed from his UFC Shanghai win over Brian Ortega, Aljamain Sterling returns to the show to discuss Ortega’s weight-cut struggles, his recent back-and-forth with Lerone Murphy, and what’s next in h…

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Dirty Dancing - Full Season 4:00:21

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Hey NYC!! We'll be performing Dirty Dancing LIVE this FRIDAY - Sept 19th at 7pm at Caveat. Get tickets at https://tinyurl.com/DDNovel Hey OHIO! We'll be performing The Matrix LIVE on Sat., Oct 4th at 4pm at the Yellow Springs Film Festival. Get tickets at https://tinyurl.com/YSFFNov This is the ENTIRE Dirty Dancing season - in one giant episode, fo…

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Alden Coria on UFC debut win, Teddy Atlas talks Bud Crawford & newfound MMA appreciation, Noche UFC recap 1:16:05

13d ago1:16:05

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Guest co-host RJ Clifford joins Jim and Matt for a packed Monday show after a huge week for fight fans! Flyweight Alden Coria kicks things off by discussing his journey from preparing for a Contender Series shot to making a successful short-notice UFC debut at Noche UFC. He also shares how training alongside Joshua Van at 4oz Fight Club has elevate…

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Episode 444 - Craig Lamb, Bryan Schmitt and Hank Weldon 50:16

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Craig Lamb, Bryan Schmitt and Hank Weldon join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Matt Arey- The Power Of The Pulse Jig 1:27:14

13d ago1:27:14

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Welcome back to the show bass u instructor Matt Arey. Today were talking about the "Pulse Jig". A unique jig in the scrounger family of jig heads Matt takes us through his strategies for why this is such an effective tool for catching bass in the fall of the year.By BUTV

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Rob Font, Tatiana Suarez, Noche UFC predictions 54:08

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Matt Serra and Jim Norton look ahead to this Saturday’s Noche UFC card in San Antonio with two fighters set to compete: Rob Font and Tatiana Suarez. First up, bantamweight veteran Rob Font joins the show to discuss preparing for yet another short-notice opponent change and how training in Texas with Gordon Ryan has sharpened his ground game. He als…

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#339 Old Bastard and Matt Linsemier: Using Magic to get Better at BJJ? 1:23:55

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Ever wonder if there’s a little magic behind getting better at Jiu-Jitsu? In this episode, I sit down with Old Bastard BJJ Mike Mahaffey and his coach Matt Linsemier to talk training smarter, rolling longer, and mastering the game—no matter your age. From staying injury-free to using experience as a weapon, we dive into stories, strategies, and min…

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The Future of Social Commerce: Live Selling, FOMO & Creator Monetization w/ Josephine Wong 24:37

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Josephine Wong, the Chief Revenue Officer of CommentSold, discusses her passion for building products that empower entrepreneurs and the evolution of social commerce. She highlights the importance of community engagement, the role of AI in content creation, and strategies for c…

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Modestas Bukauskas on successful 2nd UFC stint, Kevin Iole talks UFC Paris & Canelo-Crawford 1:10:44

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Jim Norton and Matt Serra return for another episode of UFC Unfiltered! Fresh off his biggest career win in Paris, light heavyweight Modestas Bukauskas reflects on his successful second stint and the father-son dynamics in play for both he and training partner Tom Aspinall. Later, retired combat sports journalist Kevin Iole joins to recap UFC Paris…

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Khan Live at Caveat - Dave Foley, Chris Redd, Jon Benjamin, Dave Hill + Leyla Ingalls 1:24:48

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ATTN: NYC! The Novelizers will be LIVE at Caveat Sept 19th at 7pm - doing the best of Dirty Dancing - hosted by Jenny Hagel with Jon Bass, Jordan Carlos & More. Tickets here. ATTN: OHIO! The Novelizers will be LIVE at the Yellow Springs Film Festival on Saturday, October 4th at 4pm - performing The Matrix - hosted by Michael Ian Black with Leyla In…

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Episode 443 - Chris Bowes, John Crews and Gene Gilliland 50:14

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Chris Bowes, John Crews and Gene Gilliland join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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#338 Micheal Zenga: How a Website Changed BJJ Forever | Owner of BJJ Fanatics 49:14

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In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) sit down with Michael Zenga(@michaelzenga), the co-founder of BJJ Fanatics, for an in-depth conversation on building one of the most influential brands in jiu-jitsu. We talk about what makes BJJ Fanatics different, their vision for the future, Michael’s personal insights on running a successful BJJ business, and…

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Donte Johnson on Contract-Securing KO at DWCS, Jon Anik on UFC Paris & Canelo-Crawford 54:11

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Jim and Matt return from the Labor Day break with recent Dana White’s Contender Series standout Donte Johnson and the great Jon Anik for today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered. Fresh off a short-notice first-round knockout that secured his UFC contract, Johnson reflects on his rapid rise. Noticeably slimmer than the 297-pound collegiate defensive linema…

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Trey Mckinney - Sophmore Season Recap 1:22:16

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Welcome back to the show Trey McKinney! It has been a couple years since we last had a chance to talk with Trey and a lot has come along in his career since then. Listen along as we break things down on some of his ways he stays so consistent on the water. Join Bass U: www.bassu.tv Save on Tackle: https://tackle.bassu.tv…

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Episode 442 - Pat Schlapper, Chris Johnston and Tucker Smith 50:14

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Pat Schlapper, Chris Johnston and Tucker Smith join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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September Bass Fishing- Bryan Thrift 54:39

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Welcome back to the show Bryan Thrift. On this weeks show were talking about how to catch bass during arguably the most challenging month of the year, September. Listen along as we break down some of Bryans strategies for catching the biggest bass in the lake this time of year. Become a BU Member: www.bassu.tv Save on Tackle: https://tackle.bassu.t…

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#337 Hot Takes: CJI Will Fail? Mikey Sold Out? Danaher Sucks?? | Bryce Allen Joins The Conversation 1:42:45

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The Fans WORST BJJ hot takes of the year: don’t tap to pressure, cartwheel passes are trash, competing is “stupid,” and yes—we argue whether or not CJI will fail. Plus: did Mikey Musumeci sell out, will UFC BJJ take over, and is Danaher actually overrated? In this special episode Josh (@thejoshmckinney) is joined by executive producer Bryce Allen (…

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Sean Brady, Benoît Saint Denis, guest co-host Din Thomas 57:03

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On today’s UFC Unfiltered, the one and only Din Thomas fills in for Matt Serra for an episode with Jim Norton that invites welterweight contender Sean Brady and French lightweight Benoît Saint Denis on as guests. Frustrated by two fight dates falling through, Brady outlines two specific opponents he’s ready to fight on a minute’s notice — preferabl…

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Brad Tavares, Charles Johnson & UFC Shanghai reactions 57:14

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On today’s UFC Unfiltered, Matt Serra and Jim Norton welcome middleweight veteran Brad Tavares and flyweight contender Charles Johnson. Two weeks out from UFC Paris, Tavares explains how he’s keeping his 37-year-old body primed to break his tie with Michael Bisping for the most middleweight wins in UFC history. Fresh off a $50K bonus knockout in Sh…

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Episode 441 - Laker Howell, Trey Swindle and Hank Weldon 50:14

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Laker Howell, Trey Swindle and Hank Weldon join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Skeet Reese - Hall of Fame Path To Success 1:39:29

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Welcome back to Bass U Live, on this weeks show we welcome in Skeet Reese to celebrate his amazing career and retirement. What does retirement look like for Skeet? Listen along to find out. Become a BU Member: www.bassu.tv Save on Tackle: https://tackle.bassu.tvBy BUTV

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#336 Robert and Erik Arias: The BJJ Twins You'll Never Forget | "Jiu Jitsu Saved Our Lives" 1:51:56

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Two brothers. Two paths. One life-changing journey. Robert Arias started training Jiu-Jitsu with me(@thejoshmckinney) about 10 years ago . Six years ago, Erik finally stepped onto the mats — and it changed everything. Today, both brothers are competitors, coaches, and soon-to-be gym owners of Arias Bros BJJ. In this episode, we talk redemption, bro…

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Anthony Hernandez & Caio Borralho talk middleweight pecking order 53:49

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Matt Serra and Jim Norton welcome top middleweight contenders Anthony Hernandez and Caio Borralho to discuss the 185-pound title picture after Khamzat Chimaev’s win. Hernandez recaps his submission victory over Roman Dolidze, previews his recently announced UFC Vancouver bout vs. Reinier de Ridder, and shares a laugh with Matt about their mutual ap…

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How Visa Supports Creators as Small Businesses w/ Jonathan Kolozsvary 20:33

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Jonathan Kolozsvary, Global Head of Small Business at Visa, about the evolving landscape of the creator economy, emphasizing the importance of financial tools and resources tailored for creators. He highlights the recognition of creators as small businesses by Visa and the need…

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UFC 319 debrief, taking victory laps w/ Drakkar Klose & Loopy Godinez 48:03

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Matt and Jim unpack the action of UFC 319 on an episode of UFC Unfiltered that invites two victorious fighters from the card in Drakkar Klose and Loopy Godinez. Joining first is Klose, and the lightweight calls in to discuss the keys to his unanimous decision win over a tricky veteran like Edson Barboza. Drakkar touches on the memory of his decease…

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Episode 440 - Trey McKinney, Logan Parks and Ronnie Moore 50:14

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Trey McKinney, Logan Parks and Ronnie Moore join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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Guest co-host Forrest Griffin talks UFC 319 w/ Geoff Neal & Chase Hooper 54:53

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There is no replacing Matt Serra. But when the champ can’t make the show, it’s never a bad idea to get another champ to fill in — and that’s exactly what today’s Unfiltered episode delivers with Forrest Griffin talking UFC 319 w/ guest callers Geoff Neal and Chase Hooper. First up, 11th-ranked welterweight Geoff Neal reflects on his inspiring journ…

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#335 Black Belt vs Reddit BJJ 1:06:18

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r/BJJ is basically the Mean Girls of Jiu-Jitsu. It’s petty. It’s chaotic. It’s ruled by digital “mean girls” with four stripes and zero rolls. But today, I(@thejoshmckinney) am Lindsay Lohan — and I’m infiltrating the plastics. Let’s see what happens when a friendly black belt infiltrates Jiu-Jitsu's Meanest Community.In this episode, I go toe-to-t…

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Lessons to the Elites - Tucker Smith 1:33:22

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Tucker Smith is a Bassmaster Elite Series Rookie and Champion. He joins Bass University Live to share what he has learned through the course the Elite Series season, and how the Bassmaster Opens prepared him to be successful on the highest stage. Become a BU Member: www.bassu.tv Save on Tackle: https://tackle.bassu.tv…

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Dricus Du Plessis talks Chimaev matchup, Elijah Smith discusses viral slam KO, UFC 319 picks! 1:00:35

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On today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered, we break down the massive Paramount + TKO deal — a jaw-dropping 7-year, $7.7 BILLION U.S. rights agreement starting in 2026. First, Jim and Matt catch up with middleweight champion Dricus Du Plessis — gearing up for his fourth straight title fight and third defense. Dricus weighs in on Saturday’s epic UFC 319 t…

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Episode 439 - Joey Nania, Kyle Jessie and Cory Johnston 50:14

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Joey Nania, Kyle Jessie and Cory Johnston join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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#334 Greg Souders: Is Greg Souders a Nice Guy? 1:32:31

2M ago1:32:31

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You’ve heard him talk about the ecological approach. You’ve seen the debates. But who is Greg Souders, really? In this episode, I(@thejoshmckinney) sit down with one of the most polarizing minds in Jiu-Jitsu for a conversation that skips the buzzwords and gets into the why. We dive into Greg’s origin story, why he started preaching the CLA gospel, …

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Andre Fili, Roman Dolidze, UFC Fight Night: Dolidze vs. Hernandez picks 52:11

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With a fight card to look forward to, Jim and Matt invite a pair of all-action veterans on to the show in Andre Fili and Roman Dolidze. A longtime friend of the show, Andre Fili returns to UFC Unfiltered for the first time as a father in one of his most thoughtful interviews yet. He talks about the life changes since welcoming his son Valor, how fa…

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Lucas Lindsay - Bass Opens Division 1 AOY 1:27:07

2M ago1:27:07

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Welcome back to Bass University we welcome Lucas Lindsay to the show. Lucas secured the title of Division 1 AOY in the Bassmaster Opens.By BUTV

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Austin Bashi talks first UFC win, Jimmy Drago on overcoming obstacles ahead of DWCS shot 53:26

2M ago53:26

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Today’s episode of UFC Unfiltered delivers a powerful mix of rising talent and personal triumph as Jim and Matt welcome UFC featherweight prospect Austin Bashi and DWCS hopeful Jimmy Drago. First up is Bashi, fresh off his first UFC victory — a slick first-round submission over John Yannis. He reflects on bouncing back from his debut loss, chasing …

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Episode 438 - Dillon Falardeau, Kyle Patrick and Bob Downey 50:14

2M ago50:14

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Dillon Falardeau, Kyle Patrick and Bob Downey join host Thom Abraham on this episode of Bassmaster Radio.By B.A.S.S.

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#333 THE 10 COMMANDMENTS of SUCKING LESS at JIU JITSU 1:01:51

2M ago1:01:51

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In this sacred scroll of suck-reduction, Josh McKinney reveals The 10 Commandments to Suck Less at Jiu-Jitsu—a divine list of timeless ISAJJ truths spoken how the real scripture was originally written in King James-style scripture. From "Thou Shalt Embrace the Designated Winner" to "Thou Shalt Not Covet Thy Teammate’s Game," this episode is equal p…

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Neil Magny & Elizeu Zaleski discuss welterweight crossroads bout w/ guest co-host RJ Clifford 41:37

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RJ Clifford jumps in as a guest co-host for one of those rare UFC Unfiltered episodes where we talk to a pair of fighters days away from fighting each other. Neil Magny drops in to reflect on his 35th UFC bout and what it means to fight another seasoned vet. Then later, Elizeu Zaleski dos Santos makes his Unfiltered debut with the help of a transla…

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Patreon’s Secrets to Building Loyal Superfans w/ Paige Fitzgerald 23:57

2M ago23:57

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In this episode of The Influence Factor, Alessandro Bogliari chats with Paige Fitzgerald, COO of Patreon, about building a creator-first internet and Patreon's role in the creator economy. Paige discusses empowering creators to build sustainable businesses, the power of core fans, and the importance of community engagement. She shares insights on a…

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Bassmaster College National Champs- Garret Smith and Andrew Blanton 1:22:43

2M ago1:22:43

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College Bassmaster National Champions. Welcome to Bass U Live this week we sit down and break down how Garret and Andrew took home the title at Lake Hartwell.By BUTV

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Smallmouth Specialist- Scott Dobson 1:22:47

2M ago1:22:47

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With the northern swing approaching we decided to sit down and talk with accomplished tournament angler and smallmouth specialist Scott Dobson.By BUTV

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Matt-stradamus strikes again w/ PERFECT Abu Dhabi picks! Davey Grant & Andrew Tackett join the show 52:06

2M ago52:06

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Jim and Matt kick off the show recapping Saturday’s UFC card in Abu Dhabi, where “Matt-stradamus” Serra stays red hot with another perfect night of picks. They react to Reinier de Ridder’s razor-close win over Robert Whittaker, Petr Yan’s bounce-back performance, and Steven Nguyen’s record-setting knockdown spree before welcoming back Davey Grant t…