MMA Podcasts News
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 33 // Volkan Oezdemir | James Vick | Colby Covington
Scott Hernandez - May 17, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with a trio of future contenders! 8:15PM ET- Kicking off tonights show is the No. 5 ranked light-heavyweight and one of the athletes featured at UFC FN 109 in Sweden next week, Volkan Oezdemir. Coming off an incredible win over Ovince St. Preux back in February, Volkan has skyrocketed into the top 5 and has taken the division by storm. We’ll be previewing his upcoming bout with Misha Cirkunov and hear about Volkan’s meteoric rise in one of the UFC’s toughest divisions.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 32 // Gilbert Burns | Jorge Masvidal
Scott Hernandez - May 10, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with Gilbert Burns and Jorge Masvidal! 8:15PM ET- Kicking off tonights show is multiple-time BJJ champion and UFC lightweight, Gilbert Burns. We catch up with Combat Club’s BJJ coach and preview his upcoming match against John Combs at SUG 4 this Sunday. You’ll hear an update on the injury that forced Burns out of competition against Paul Felder at UFC 208 and the timetable he’s anticipating until his return to MMA. From coaching at one of the best gyms in the country, to competing in sub-only tournaments andclimbing the ranks in arguably the UFC’s toughest division, we cover it all with “Durinho.”
American Animals Episode 40 – Ryan "Darth" Bader
Scott Hernandez - May 8, 2017
Bader will make his Bellator debut versus Light Heavyweight Champion Phil Davis at Bellator 180. On this episode of American Animals, the Animals are back in the studio, and here to rock your week! Erik Apple and TJ De Santis are here to discuss the biggest and best news in all of MMA. The guys tell us about some of the biggest upcoming matches this summer, as well as the rumors swirling around a possible return for Georges St. Pierre at UFC 213 in New York. Plus, the guys discuss Vitor Belfort’s retirement fight versus Nate Marquardt at UFC 212 in Brazil, Michael Bisping’s choice words for Belfort and Marquardt, and Cris Cyborg appears to have a willing opponent in Invicta FC Champion, Megan Anderson, for UFC 214.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 31 // John Wayne Parr | Elias Theodorou | Michael Johnson
Scott Hernandez - May 3, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with John Wayne Parr, Elias Theodorou, and Michael Johnson! 8:15PM ET- Kicking off tonights show is the legendary kick boxer, John Wayne Parr @johnwayneparr. Just a few weeks removed from his blistering head-kick KO victory over Nando Calzetta at Bellator Kickboxing 5, we’ll be discussing the huge win in Italy and get his thoughts on making his Bellator debut. While JWP was originally expecting to face Giorgio Petrosyan, you’ll hear the latest on what Parr’s intentions are moving forward with the promotion.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 30 // John Wayne Parr | Mike Perry | Jimi Manuwa
Scott Hernandez - April 26, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with three great guests! 8:15PM ET- Kicking off tonights show is the legendary John Wayne Parr. Just a few weeks removed from his blistering head-kick KO victory over Nando Calzetta at Bellator Kickboxing 5, we’ll be discussing the huge win in Italy and get his thoughts on making his Bellator debut. While JWP was originally expecting to face Giorgio Petrosyan, you’ll hear the latest on that matchup potentially coming to fruition in the near future and what Parr’s intentions are moving forward with the promotion.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 29 // Ian McCall | Nate Quarry | Jessica Eye
Scott Hernandez - April 19, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with another great lineup! 8:15PM ET- Kicking off tonights show we are joined by UFC Flyweight Ian McCall. “Uncle Creepy” has been the victim of some seriously bad luck in recent years. Having not fought since January of 2015, McCall has been scheduled to compete numerous times but the MMA Gods have not looked kindly upon his attempts. A string of injuries sustained by himself and/or opponents, or falling ill just days before a fight, nothing seems to give. We’ll get the latest on his possible return to action and if this series of misfortune will deter him from ever fighting again.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 28 // Jim Miller | Houston Alexander | Dylan Andrews
Scott Hernandez - April 12, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with more great guests! 8:15PM ET- Kicking things off will be UFC lightweight veteran and fan-favorite, Jim Miller @jimmiller_155 Following his FOTN-worthy effort against Dustin Porier back in February, we’ll recap the hard-fought loss and discuss what’s next for the New Jersey native. Having competed against all the big names at lightweight and maintaining his status as one of the toughest guys in MMA, we’ll discuss the constantly changing title picture and where he fits into the mix.
2 American Animals Episode 37 - Mitrione is set to co-headline Bellator 180 at the world’s most famous arena, Madison Square Garden.
Scott Hernandez - April 7, 2017
Mitrione is set to co-headline Bellator 180 at the world’s most famous arena, Madison Square Garden. Matt Mitrione
2 American Animals Episode 36 - Sullivan shares with us his fight to maintain his in-ring career with the UFC.
Scott Hernandez - March 31, 2017
Sullivan shares with us his fight to maintain his in-ring career with the UFC. George Sullivan
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 26 // Heath Herring | Yancy Medeiros | Jorge Masvidal
Scott Hernandez - March 29, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 8PM ET/5PM PT with Heath Herring, Yancy Medieros, and Jorge Masvidal! 8:15PM ET-Kicking things off tonight we are joined by “The Texas Crazy Horse” Heath Herring. Following an eight-year hiatus from MMA, Heath returned to action in December under the RIZIN banner and is set to face Satoshi Ishii on April 16th. While he never officially retired from MMA following the loss to Brock Lesnar, most believed that he would never compete again. We’ll get the scoop on what brought Heath back to competition, what he thinks of the sport today, and what his immediate goals are. Pride never dies and you can expect a great conversation with a truly seasoned veteran of MMA.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 25 // Mike Perry | Jessica Aguilar
Scott Hernandez - March 22, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio returns tonight at 8PM ET/5PM PT with Mike Perry and Jessica Aguilar! 9:10PM ET-Kicking off tonights show we are joined by “Platinum” Mike Perry. We’ll be previewing his upcoming scrap with Jake Ellenberger at UFC Fight Night 108 in Nashville on April 22nd. After suffering his first career loss to Alan Jouban in December, you can be sure that the Michigan native is fired up and ready to get back in the win column. The upcoming fight with Ellenberger, the current welterweight landscape, and some of MMA’s hot topics; we’ll be getting the “Platinum” opinion on all that and more!
2 American Animals Episode 35 - Ashlee Evans-Smith and Duke Roufus Join the Animals
Scott Hernandez - March 22, 2017
On this episode of American Animals, the Animals are back to cover the latest and greatest in the world of MMA. Plus, two big names in the world of UFC, Ashlee Evans-Smith and Duke Roufus, are here to take us inside the octagon. Ashlee Evans-Smith
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 24 // Misha Circunov | Duane Bang Ludwig | Megan Anderson
Scott Hernandez - March 15, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio returns tonight at 8PM ET/5PM PT with another awesome lineup! 8:15PM ET- First up, we are joined by surging UFC light heavyweight prospect, Misha Cirkunov –@mishac911 Following a submission victory over Nikita Krylov at UFC 206, Cirkunov will next square off with Volkan Oezdemir at UFC Fight Night 109 in Stockholm, Sweden. We’ll get his breakdown and prediction for the matchup as well as the contract negotiations with the UFC that almost sent him into free-agency. Much to discuss with the grappling wizard!
2 American Animals Episode 33 - The Animals are Joined by Actor, Jonathan Tucker!
Scott Hernandez - March 11, 2017
On this episode of American Animals, Ian McCall rejoins Erik Apple to discuss all of the biggest stories in the world of MMA. The guys are joined by actor and co-star of the DirecTV drama series Kingdom, Jonathan Tucker. Tucker discusses his MMA fandom, what it’s like to play an MMA fighter on television, and his intense training for his current television role. Plus, we hear Ian and Erik’s reactions to UFC 209 and a preview of the upcoming UFC Fight Night in Brazil. Follow Jonathan Tucker on Twitter: @jonathanmtucker About us: You can email your questions and comments to info@2americananimals.com and find the show at www.2americananimals.com on the web, on social media at facebook.com/2AmericanAnimals and @2AmericanAnimal on Twitter and @2AmericanAnimals on Instagram.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 23 // Mark Godbeer | Julia Budd | Victor Cui | Michael Chiesa
Scott Hernandez - March 8, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio returns tonight at 8PM ET/5PM PT with another full lineup of great guests! 8:10PM ET- Kicking things off tonight, Mark Godbeer – @MarkGodbeerUK joins us to recap his victory against Daniel Spitz at UFC 209 over the weekend. Mark gives us a critique of his performance, his thoughts on a second potential booking against Todd Duffee, and recounts the circumstances that led to his retirement and eventual return to action.
2 American Animals Episode 32 - Cris Cyborg Joins the Show!
Scott Hernandez - March 8, 2017
On this episode of American Animals, Erik Apple and TJ De Santis review all of the latest and greatest in MMA news, including the announcement of Georges St-Pierre versus Michael Bisping. Also, Micah Miller stops by give us his opinions on the most recent MMA happenings. Finally, the greatest female MMA fighter on the planet, Cris Cyborg, joins the show. Cyborg discusses her reaction to being cleared by USADA, the UFC creating the women’s featherweight division, and the first title fight between Holly Holm and Germaine de Randamie. Step inside the octagon with this edition of American Animals! About us: You can email your questions and comments to info@2americananimals.com and find the show at www.2americananimals.com on the web, on social media at facebook.com/2AmericanAnimals and @2AmericanAnimal on Twitter and @2AmericanAnimals on Instagram.
2 American Animals Episode 31 - Ian McCall’s Health Scare, and Rashad Evans Joins the Show!
Scott Hernandez - February 27, 2017
On this episode of American Animals, the Animals tell us more about Ian‘s recent health scare and how it led to the cancellation of his bout at UFC 208. Once the air has been totally cleared, the guys review the latest UFC and Bellator events and fill us in on the biggest news in MMA. Plus, former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Rashad “Suga” Evans joins the show to discuss his career, and his upcoming bout at UFC 209 in Las Vegas, Nevada. Step inside the octagon with this episode of American Animals! About us: You can email your questions and comments to info@2americananimals.com and find the show at www.2americananimals.com on the web, on social media at facebook.com/2AmericanAnimals and @2AmericanAnimal on Twitter and @2AmericanAnimals on Instagram.
BJPENN.COM Radio Ep. 21 // Elias Theodorou | Jorge Masvidal
Scott Hernandez - February 22, 2017
BJPENN.COM Radio is live at 9PM ET/6PM PT with “The Spartan” and “Game Bred”! 9:05PM ET- Kicking off tonights show is the only MMA fighter with hair good enough to land a shampoo sponsor, Elias Theodorou – @eliastheodorou. Coming off a decision victory over Cezar Ferreira in Halifax on Sunday, we will recap the fight and get “The Spartan’s” thoughts on his performance. We’ll address the possibility of a fan getting his likeness tattooed over a bet on Twitter, who Elias would like to fight next and much more!