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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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Big Sexy Sean McCorkle Part 2 - UFC Exit, Monte Cox, Steroids, Wild Post-UFC Fights & More | Episode 333Big Sexy Sean McCorkle returns for an even more unfiltered Part 2. Shawn opens up about his controversial UFC departure after Joe Silva’s warnings... more

MMA History Podcast #332: Marcus Davis "The Irish Hand Grenade" – TUF 2, UFC Wars, Supernatural Eye Healing & Street Life

In this explosive episode, we sit down with former UFC welterweight contender and boxing standout Marcus Davis, the Irish Hand... more

In this powerful episode of the MMA History Podcast, host Mike Davis sits down with Mark Schultz, 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist, three-time NCAA champion, and one of the earliest crossover stars from wrestling into mixed martial arts.Mark opens up about... more

Episode 330 – The Rise of Cage Rage with Andy Gear (Part 1)In this first episode of our Cage Rage series, the MMA History Podcast sits down with co-founder Andy Geer for a rare, in-depth look at the promotion that changed UK MMA forever.From running ... more

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Recent Guests

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!
Ant Evans
Former UFC PR executive during the Golden Era of MMA
UFC
Episode: Brock Lesnar Leak, Greasegate & UFC 2009 Exposed: Former UFC PR Boss Spills EVERYTHING!
Rudy Silva
Former fight promoter, MMA gym owner and subject of the interview
Self-described cocaine king of San Diego
Episode: "I Was the Cocaine King of San Diego" – MMA Gym Owner’s Wild Prison Interview
Sean McCorkle
Former UFC heavyweight, “The Hater” persona
Former UFC
Episode: Sean McCorkle - Road to the UFC | MMA History Podcast
John Alessio
Former UFC title challenger
Canadian MMA
Episode: John Alessio - Fighting in the 90s | MMA History Podcast
Jake O'Brien
Former UFC heavyweight, Purdue wrestler
UFC
Episode: Jake O'Brien Career Deep Dive | MMA History Podcast
Xavier Foupa-Pokam
UFC veteran and one of the first 50-fight club members from France
Professional MMA fighter (Professor X)
Episode: Xavier Foupa-Pokam Road to the UFC

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
  • 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 States4 months ago
  • Hands-down, the best podcast going!

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snapit99
    Canada4 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 States5 months ago
  • This is my fav Podcast

    I am 49 so I grew up with the UFC and MMA. I love this show because it explores those early years and I hear perspectives and stories I haven’t heard before. The hosts are great and knowledgeable and well researched. It reminds me of being on the old underground UG forum for those who remember that. Entertaining and informative! The prison interviews and business behind the scenes interviews of the various organizations I find particularly interesting. This is real journalism and interview... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jameshergott
    Canada5 months ago
  • My Favorite MMA Podcast

    My favorite MMA podcast because they get into the old days before the UFC blew up like it is now. It was a different time and it’s crazy to see the stories that started it all.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gillydakid91
    United States5 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

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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#141
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Lee Murray, Anderson Silva & Bisping: The Untold Story of Cage Rage’s Explosive Rise!
Q: Andy, how did Cage Rage evolve from a gym-based project into a TV-backed promotion with international reach?
Andy explains that careful branding, moving venues to higher-profile spaces like York Hall and Wembley, and leveraging relationships with respected figures (such as Royce Gracie) helped attract TV interest. They also built a roster of compelling fighters, developed personalities to sell fights, and navigated regulatory hurdles to create a transferable, TV-friendly format.
"I Was the Cocaine King of San Diego" – MMA Gym Owner’s Wild Prison Interview
Q: How does Rudy Silva's story end?
He speaks candidly about the ongoing appeal process, unresolved personal relationships, and the hope for a return to the sport and his family life, while acknowledging the hard road ahead and the desire for redemption.
"I Was the Cocaine King of San Diego" – MMA Gym Owner’s Wild Prison Interview
Q: Did you experience that with Total Combat or was it only on the game side?
He describes a separation between his positive, football-life career in the United States and the more dangerous, cartel-related activities in Mexico, clarifying that his involvement with Total Combat was separate from illicit operations.
"I Was the Cocaine King of San Diego" – MMA Gym Owner’s Wild Prison Interview
Q: Were you in the game at this time?
The guest confirms he was actively involved in City Boxing and Alliance MMA during the late 2000s, including sales, management, and ownership roles, before later conflicts and a transition to other ventures.
Jake O'Brien Career Deep Dive | MMA History Podcast
Q: What was it like to fight in UFC at such a young age?
He describes feeling nerves but performing better under lights, finding that the larger stage sharpened his focus and performance compared to the gym, and notes the importance of staying busy to build confidence.

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1. Marcus Davis
2. Mark Schultz
3. Andy Gear
4. Ant Evans
5. Rudy Silva
6. Sean McCorkle
7. John Alessio
8. Jake O'Brien

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