On The Mic: Recent Episodes
Mike Pendleton
Mike Pendleton talks sports, particularly combat sports, while welcoming guests from both sports and entertainment.
Dan Tom is an analyst of MMA Junkie and the host of The Protecta Ya Neck podcast, he is also a YouTube host. Dan joins the show to preview the upcoming fight night which is headlined by Tyron Woodley vs Gilbert Burns.
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Phil McGeoghan is the current wide receivers coach for the Los Angeles Chargers as well as a former NFL wide receiver with a deep passion for MMA and the UFC. McGeoghan discusses his playing and coaching career, what drew him to MMA, and how he uses the sport with his coaching career.
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John Morgan is the lead staff reporter for MMAJunkie.com and the host of The MMA Road Show. Morgan joins the show to talk about the new safety procedures in place by the UFC, working through the COVID-19 pandemic, and a preview to Walt Harris vs Alistair Overeem and more.
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Kelly Murphy is a producer for Sirius XM's Fight Nation channel and works on several shows including MMA Tonight. Murphy discusses how she got started in radio, her transition to combat sports, and the latest UFC events and news.
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Senior writer and podcast host Adam Jahns of The Athletic Chicago joins the show to review the Chicago Bears 2020 draft class and discuss the looming quarterback battle between Mitchell Trubisky and Nick Foles. Ralph Vacchiano, NFL Insider for SNY and SNY.tv looks back at the draft classes for both the New York Giants and New York Jets.
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Cody Merrow is the CEO of Veracity Media Group & Producer of 'The Weekly Scraps' Podcast. Cody joins Mike Pendleton to discuss and preview UFC 249 and the UFC returning as the first sporting event in the United States.
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Roger Huerta is a MMA veteran and currently fights in Bellator MMA's lightweight division. He discusses training during the COVID-19 pandemic, how he stays motivated at 36, and his plans to go for the belt once he's able to get back into the cage.
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Emmanuel Sanchez is a featherweight fighter for Bellator MMA and is taking part in the Featherweight World Grand Prix, fighting out of Roufusport in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Tywan Claxton is a Bellator MMA fighter in the featherweight division.
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Dr. AnnMaria De Mars is the Preisdent and founder of 7 Generation Games, a former Judo world champion, and the mother of former UFC and WWE champion and superstar, Ronda Rousey
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Chris Kartzmark is the UFC Senior Vice President of Production and Programming. Chris joins Mike Pendleton to discuss the new original series being added to UFC Fight Pass, what goes on behind the scenes of a UFC production, and Dana White's role into the programming and production.
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Former Chicago Bears fullback Jason McKie joins Mike Pendleton to preview the Chicago Bears draft, the full 2020 NFL Draft, and how he's adjusted to becoming a high school head coach during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Alexis Celluro of Sirius XM NFL Radio and Chris Brockman of The Rich Eisen Show join Mike Pendleton to preview the 2020 NFL Draft, including what Joe Burrow does for the Bengals, where will Tua Tagovailoa fall, and they discuss some of the most intriguing storylines heading into the Draft.
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Cole Wright is a host on Sirius XM's NFL Radio as well as at Marquee Sports Network with the Chicago Cubs. Cole joins the show to discuss ESPN's 'The Last Dance' documentary, his role at Marquee Sports Network, and previews the 2020 NFL Draft, Follow Cole Wright on Twitter: @ColeWright
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David Kaplan is a TV host on NBC Sports Chicago and the host of 'Kap & Co.' on ESPN 1000 in Chicago. He previews the upcoming 'The Last Dance' documentary on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls of the 1990s, looks ahead to the Chicago Bears draft, and discusses the possible return of baseball without fans. Follow David Kaplan on Twitter and Instagram: @thekapman
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Heather Hardy is a WBO and WBC boxing champion and also a professional mixed martial artist under Bellator MMA. As a native Brooklyn, New York resident, Hardy discusses how her personal and professional life have changed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, why she set out to be a game changer in women's combat sports, and much more. Follow Heather Hardy on Twitter: @HeatherHardyBox and on Instagram: heathertheheat
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Chris Rini is an artist who does boutique MMA artwork and the creator of MMA Squared cartoons on BloodyElbow.com. Follow Chris on Twitter @RiniMMA and Patreon: ChrisRiniMMA
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Tom Taylor is a journalist covering combat sports for various outlets including BJPenn.com, Bleacher Report, South China Morning Post, VICE, and OZY. Tom joins Mike Pendleton to discuss his career in combat sports media, the latest happenings with the UFC, and his admiration for covering ONE Championship. Follow Tom Taylor on Twitter and Instagram: @TomTayMMA
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Jon Anik is the lead play-by-play voice and commentator for the UFC and also hosts the "Anik and Florian" podcast with UFC veteran Kenny Florian. Follow the podcast: @AnikFlorianPod and follow Jon on Twitter: @Jon_Anik
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Matt Peck is a host of the Bulls Outsiders Podcast on NBC Sports Chicago, also a host of "Locked On Bulls" podcast, and a Bears broadcaster on Hot Mic Inc. Matt joins Mike Pendleton to discuss all the changes happening with the Chicago Bulls and looks ahead to what should happen with a new regime in charge of the Bulls franchise. Follow Matt on Twitter: @Bulls_Peck
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Brendan Fitzgerald is a play-by-play commentator and announcer for the UFC on ESPN and Dana White's Contender Series on UFC Fight Pass. He is also the host of his own podcast "Fitz And A Fighter" which can also be found on YouTube. Follow Brendan Fitzgerald on Instagram: BrendanFitzTV and check out FitzAndAFighter.com
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Benny Abs is a writer for FanSided MMA and TheBodyLock.com, he is also a podcast host for his podcast: "Fixed Fights Podcast". Following him on Twitter: @BenjaminAbrigo
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Nancy Kidder is an adjunct Professor at American University with her class Writing & Fighting. She discusses her love of combat sports, the basis behind her Writing & Fighting class, and how she teaches her class to study the world of combat sports. Follow her on Twitter: @NancyAnnKidder and check out WriteandFight.com
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Cynthia Conte is a boxing reporter, Ring TV host and commentator and also hosts her own podcast "The Real Fight" and has her own YouTube channel: "The Real Fight w/ Cynthia Conte"
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Laura Sanko is a reporter for the UFC on ESPN as well as Dana White's Contender Series and Invicta FC, she is also a former professional MMA fighter. She joins the show to discuss her fighting career, her transition from fighting to media, and the growth of women's MMA.
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Brittany Gilman is the CEO of BG Sport and a sports agent who is also a former professional athlete. Brittany discusses how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting her work as an agent and how she and her clients have had to adjust during the shutdown of sports around the world. Plus, her journey from being a professional athlete to working in sports, and ultimately becoming an agent and CEO of BG Sports.
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Jaime Lee is a comic from the Boston area who is the host of her podcast Hot Mess Express and a YouTube host. She recently went viral for a picture she tweeted out that got attention from comic Joey Diaz. Hear about what the Joey Diaz-Jaime Lee friendship has become, the reaction from his comments, and more. Plus, how Jaime Lee got her start in comedy, her life background, and why guys really need to stop sliding in her DMs. Also, hear what Jaime Lee is doing to keep some money coming in during these chaotic times. Follow Jaime Lee on Twitter and Instagram: @JaimeLeeComedy Follow Mike Pendleton on Twitter: @MP2310 and on Instagram: @MikeP2310
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Former Florida State cornerback and 2020 NFL Draft prospect Levonta Taylor joins the show to discuss how he had to adjust his Draft prep through the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, how his Pro Day went, and what he sees in his NFL future.
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Founder, Producer, and Host of Eyes On The Game as well as a host for The Schmozone podcast, Helen Yee joins the show to discuss her career journey into combat sports, her relationship with The Schmo, and the latest surrounding UFC 249 and more.
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Jackie Sklaver is Board Certified and Licensed Sports Nutritionist as well as the founder behind Athleats Nutrition. Jackie joins Mike Pendleton to discuss how her athletes are preparing for the 2020 NFL Draft while the COVID-19 pandemic is ongoing. Jackie also discusses the difference in training and coaching players preparing for the NFL Draft and those already in the NFL. Plus, how Athleats Nutrition got started, and what we all can do as individuals to keep our health and nutrition in tact during the COVID-19 pandemic.
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UFC veteran and MMA coach Din Thomas discusses his reasoning for leaving American Top Team, what the future has in store for him, and what it was like being in camp with Tyron Woodley as his fight got postponed due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Xtreme Couture head coach Eric Nicksick joins the show to discuss how he and the gym are handling the current COVID-19 pandemic, what it's like training with Francis Ngannou and how he got involved with Xtreme Couture in 2007.
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Bellator MMA featherweight Emmanuel Sanchez discusses his upcoming rematch with Daniel Weichel at Bellator 241. Sanchez discusses the current standing of Bellator's Featherweight World Grand Prix, and how judging can be fixed in the sport.
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Following his fight at UFC Rio Rancho, UFC flyweight Mark De La Rosa discusses why he felt the fight was stopped too early, where he'd like to go next and the special moment of him and his wife being on the same fight card in the UFC. Plus, De La Rosa discusses the state of the UFC flyweight division and the future for flyweight fighters in the UFC.
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Ant Evans is the former head of UFC PR who is also a Amazon and Sunday Times Bestseller with Michael Bisping on their book: Quitters Never Win: My Life in UFC. Ant joins the podcast to discuss his career in the UFC, working with Michael Bisping and reflecting on their book and memories together. Plus, what does it take to tell the stories of fighters correctly and Ant discusses Tyson Fury's win over Deontay Wilder.
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Rising Canadian MMA prospect Jasmine Jasudavicius discusses her recent win at CFFC 81, her undefeated MMA career so far, and how she would like to be a face and voice for Canadian MMA.
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Akin Reyes, one half of The Ak & Barak Show on Sirius XM's Fight Nation joins the show to preview the rematch between Deontay Wilder and Tyson Fury. The guys discuss why this fight is not only important for the heavyweight division, but boxing as a whole. Plus, Akin gives his prediction for the fight and talks about how ESPN and FOX are helping grow this event and boxing as a whole.
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Coming off his win over Dequan Townsend at UFC Rio Rancho, UFC light heavyweight Devin Clark joined the show to talk about his last-minute opponent change, training with JacksonWink MMA, and the state of the light heavyweight division.
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Senior Producer of The Ak & Barak Show on Sirius XM's Fight Nation Channel 156, Josh Friedman joins the show to discuss how his career got started, what it's like working with Ak and Barak, and then previews Deontay Wilder vs Tyson Fury 2. Including, Josh's thoughts on the evolution of Zuffa Boxing and the differences between boxing and MMA.
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American Top Team coach and UFC veteran Din Thomas joined Mike Pendleton to discuss his viral Stephen A. Smith video, discuss what makes Valentina Shevchenko so elite ahead of her UFC 247 title fight, and the latest on a potential fight between Jorge Masvidal and Kamaru Usman.
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UFC bantamweight Miles Johns discusses his upcoming fight against Mario Bautista at UFC 247, his head coach Sayif Saud, and what it's like being a part of the fight team at Fortis MMA.
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Mike Pendleton is joined by Lexi Celluro of Sirius XM NFL Radio and Chris Brockman of The Rich Eisen Show to preview Super Bowl 54
UFC heavyweight Juan Adams discusses the changes he's made personally and professionally with his change over to the JacksonWinkMMA team, plus he previews his fight with Justin Tafa at UFC 247, and gives his take on the UFC's heavyweight division.
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Rising UFC welterweight contender Leon Edwards discusses his new contract with the UFC, his upcoming fight against Tyron Woodley, and the state of the welterweight division. Plus, Mike Pendleton gives his thoughts on some of the worst things to take place at UFC 246.
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Analyst and Sirius XM's Fight Nation Host Jimmy Smith joins Mike Pendleton to preview UFC 246 and discusses what could be in line for Conor McGregor and the UFC in 2020.
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MMA Journalist Mike Heck previews the entire UFC 245 fight card and talks news and notes throughout the MMA world.
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Coach Din Thomas of American Top Team previews the UFC 245 PPV and discusses the rise of Jorge Masvidal and a possible fight against Conor McGregor for Masvidal.
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Boxing announcer Miguel Flores joined the show to discuss boxing's heavyweight division, the rematch between Anthony Joshua and Andy Ruiz, and much more.
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Bellator featherweight Mike Kimbel discusses his run-in with James Gallagher at Bellator London, when he expects to return to action, also previews Ruiz-Joshua 2 and the holiday season.
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Mike Pendleton talks with Brittany Bowyer about her rising media career, It's Lit with Britt, MMA, and more.
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