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MMA Det Mike Davis and Herb Dean’s Dog Sitter Joey Venti being you incredibly researched subjects that will give you information that will surprise the hardest of OG’s

From the No Holds Barred to the Modern Era and everything in between: from choir boys to felon’s we interview everyone

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Isaac Vallie-Flagg: From Street Fights & Jackson’s Gym to UFC, Strikeforce & Sobriety | MMA History Podcast #340Fellow historians, this is one that should never have happened. Isaac Vallie-Flagg had no wrestling pedigree, no karate or boxing backgrou... more

From surviving one of the darkest childhoods imaginable to becoming one of the most feared knockout artists in the UFC, this is the remarkable and unflinching life story of Drew McFedries.

In Episode #339 of the MMA History Podcast, MMA Detective Mi... more

The Only Man to Officially Beat Rickson Gracie — And Didn’t Even Know It

In this episode of the MMA History Podcast, host Mike Davis and Joey Venti sit down with Dr. Ron Tripp — one of the most accomplished American grapplers of all time. A Sambo wo... more

Olympic gold medalist and MMA pioneer Mark Schultz returns for Part 2 of his most revealing interview yet. He finally opens up about subjects he’s long avoided — fixed fights, the dark realities of Foxcatcher, John du Pont’s mental decline and drug a... more

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Recent Guests

Drew McFedries
Former UFC middleweight contender, known for his knockout power
Episode: Drew McFedries - "I Fought Grown Men as a Kid to Protect My Family... Then Became a UFC Monster"
Ron Tripp
Sambo and Judo practitioner; coach and former wrestler; notable figure in US combat sports
USA Judo (former)
Episode: Ron Tripp beat Rickson Gracie... And Didn't Even Know Who He Was!
Jen Case
Women's MMA pioneer with a string of early-career victories
Unspecified affiliations mentioned in episode
Episode: Jen Case Beat Julie Kedzie TWICE By Submission & Trained With the Guys Who Tried to Break Her.
Andy Geer
Promoter, former Cage Rage organizer
Cage Rage (UK)
Episode: Cage Rage's Insane Rise: Anderson Silva, Dana White Drama & UK MMA Chaos (Andy Geer Part 2)
David Tank Abbott
Former UFC fighter, author, and public figure featured as a guest
Tank Abbott Enterprises
Episode: Tank Abbott DESTROYS Tito Ortiz's Book "This Is Gonna Hurt" & Exposes EVERY Lie!
Shawn McCorkle
Former UFC Heavyweight, interviewee
UFC / MMA
Episode: Big Sexy Sean McCorkle UNLEASHED: UFC Fired Me, Steroids, Twitter Roasts & Wild Post-UFC Chaos!
Marcus Davis
Irish Hand Grenade, former professional boxer turned MMA fighter
Mixed Martial Arts
Episode: Dana White Was Speechless: Irish Hand Grenade's MIRACLE Eye Healing That Saved His UFC Career!
Mark Schultz
Olympic gold medalist, MMA pioneer
Episode: Olympic Champ Mark Schultz Breaks Silence on Brother's Murder, Foxcatcher Tragedy & Rickson Gracie
Andy Gear
Co-founder of Cage Rage promoter
Cage Rage
Episode: Lee Murray, Anderson Silva & Bisping: The Untold Story of Cage Rage’s Explosive Rise!

Hosts

Joey Venti
Host of the MMA History Podcast
Mike Davis
MMA Detective, co-host

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 277 ratings
  • A must listen for old school mma fans and new fans alike

    When BATB with TJ DeSantis and Jordan Breen went off the air, I was lost. The MMA podcast lifted me up and pressed me to their warm bosom, to fill the void.

    As an old head, I love this show. The stories are amazing. Thank you gentlemen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    millmerman
    United States16 days ago
  • Addicting.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    wa wa wizzy
    16 days ago
  • Love the PNW coverage

    Love the show. Can’t wait for Tank Pt. 2 to hear his excuse about why his 6 week anti Jiu Jitsu course doesn’t work for toe holds.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AgainstTheState79
    United States6 months ago
  • Hands-down, the best podcast going!

    These guys keep on pumping out fantastic interviews. Absolutely incredible.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snapit99
    Canada6 months ago
  • Mandatory listen for hardcore MMA fans

    Mike and Joey don’t get talked about enough for the work they put in to preserve the history of the sport.

    I’ve been an avid MMA fan for over 20 years and I can’t say enough how much of the information they uncover would be lost to time without them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dcacoffee
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners praise the depth and nuance of MMA history coverage.
Some express concern about balancing sensitive topics (crime, violence) with history.
Fans love the long-form, interview-driven format with pioneers.

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Jen Case Beat Julie Kedzie TWICE By Submission & Trained With the Guys Who Tried to Break Her.
Q: What was your first professional fight like?
Her first fight was a quick 15-second bout in Topeka, where she fought amidst a rough environment and learned the importance of preparation and grit.
Jen Case Beat Julie Kedzie TWICE By Submission & Trained With the Guys Who Tried to Break Her.
Q: When do you step into inside a mixed martial arts, Jen?
She explains her journey began at 19, moving from karate and jiu-jitsu into MMA after realizing she wanted to grapple with other women and prove herself in a field with few female divisions.
Ron Tripp beat Rickson Gracie... And Didn't Even Know Who He Was!
Q: In the 1993 US Sambo Championships held in Norman, Oklahoma, what was your participation level and what did you help organize?
I helped organize the event logistics—venue, hotels, and coordination with USA Sambo—while Pat Burrus led much of the on-site organization and I supported with running the tournament smoothly.
Paul Herrera: No-Holds- Barred Era | MMA History Podcast
Q: How did the environment around UFC 6 shape your approach to fighting and promotion?
Herrera explains the culture of street-fighting and raw energy around UFC 6, where many participants operated with a mindset of proving toughness, which influenced how promotions managed events and how fighters carried their reputations into the arena.
Big Sexy Sean McCorkle UNLEASHED: UFC Fired Me, Steroids, Twitter Roasts & Wild Post-UFC Chaos!
Q: How did you navigate opportunities after leaving UFC and why did you choose not to jump to Bellator initially?
He describes weighing money, schedule, and long-term career goals, preferring to fight selectively to maintain visibility and later pursue more lucrative deals while controlling his own brand.

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This show leans into long-form, archival storytelling around MMA history, with in-depth interviews that cover early NHB, regional promotions, and the business side of the sport. Conversations often center on promoter decision-making, notable fights, behind-the-scenes dynamics, and the personalities who shaped MMA's evolution—from pre-UFC days to the modern era. A distinguishing trait is the combination of rigorous research, access to era-defining figures, and candid anecdotes that illuminate the sport's gritty origins and development, making it valuable for listeners who crave context and nuance beyond current fight coverage.

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4. Andy Geer
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7. Marcus Davis
8. Mark Schultz

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