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The Rounds

TJ De Santis Productionswww.spreaker.com
"The Rounds" is your new favorite podcast covering all things combat sports—Mixed Martial Arts, Jiu-Jitsu, and everything in between. Join TJ De Santis, Brandon Mccaghren, Matt Elkins, and Keelan Lawyer each week as they talk about the latest topics on and off the mat.
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Episodes

Beatdown After The Bell: 'The Ultimate Fighter 23 Finale'

International Fight Week continued as the Sherdog Radio Network was live Friday night following the conclusion of "The Ultimate Fighter 23 Finale." Sherdog.com's TJ De Santis was joined by David Bixenspan. The two gentleman recapped the card that saw Joanna Jedrzejczyk meet Claudia Gadelha in the night's main event.

Jul 09, 20161 hr 23 min

Beatdown After The Bell: UFC Fight Night 'Dos Anjos Vs Alvarez'

International Fight Week officially kicked off with UFC Fight Night. TJ De Santis was live on the Sherdog Radio Network to recap the card that saw Eddie Alvarez dethrone Rafael Dos Anjos to capture the UFC lightweight championship. Joining him was former UFC fighter Yves Edwards and Anthony Walker from "The Fight Knights MMA Podcast." The trio also discussed Daniel Cormier's new opponent for UFC 200, Anderson Silva.

Jul 08, 20161 hr 17 min

Beatdown: TJ De Santis and Josh Gross Discuss Jones' UFC 200 Removal, USADA Testing

TJ De Santis and Josh Gross returned to the Sherdog Radio Network Thursday for an impromptu edition of "Beatdown." On this broadcast the guys react to the news that Jon Jones has been removed from Saturday's UFC 200 card due to a vialation of USADA's anti-doping policy. De Santis and Gross share their thoughts on the impact this has on the card, the statement this has on the eradication of performance enhancing drugs in mixed martial arts, and what message this sends to media, fighters, and fans...

Jul 07, 201625 min

Press Row: Jordan Breen and David Bixenspan Give an In-Depth Character Sketch of Brock Lesnar

This week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “6:05 Superpodcast” host David Bixenspan celebrate Brock Lesnar's return to the Octagon at UFC 200 by analyzing some of the strange parts of the former UFC heavyweight champion's personality and history, from feuding with Shane Carwin over who has bigger hands, his infamous post-UFC 100 promo, his marriage to Rena “Sable” Mero and why their union is uniquely intriguing and what a successful multimillionaire like Lesnar does with all his money given his ...

Jul 06, 20161 hr 7 min

Roundtable: UFC 200, Dos Anjos-Alvarez, The Ultimate Fighter Finale

Jack Encarnacao is back with a mega sized roundtable for International Fight Week. Joining Encarnacao was Sherdog.com's Jordan Breen, Connor Ruebusch, and Bloody Elbow's Zane Simon. This stacked panel breaks down all of the action emanating from Las Vegas including UFC 200, UFC Fight Night 90, and "The Ultimate Fighter 23" Finale.

Jul 06, 20165 hr 11 min

Sherdog Radio Network Vault: August 2007 Interview with Future UFC Champion Brock Lesnar

On a special episode of “Beatdown” TJ De Santis goes deep in to the Sherdog Radio Network archive for an interview with Brock Lesnar. In this August 2007 interview Lesnar talks about his desire to compete in mixed martial arts just months removed from his mixed martial arts debut where he defeated Min Soo Kim. The future UFC heavyweight champion discussed his options at the time, his views on his first foray in to MMA competition, and what he saw in his future. Just days away from his return at ...

Jul 05, 201628 min

The Neutral Corner Ep. 6: Lawler Coach Barzini, Woodley Coach Din Thomas Talk UFC 201

Yves Edwards was truly in “The Neutral Corner” this week on the Sherdog Radio Network as he chats with American Top Team coaches Kami Barzini and Din Thomas. While Barzini and Thomas are a part of the same team they will stand opposite of one another as they corner their fighters in the main event of UFC 201. Thomas will be coaching his charge Tyron Woodley while Barzini will stand in the corner of welterweight champion Robbie Lawler. While Thomas explains to Edwards that July 30th’s match up is...

Jul 01, 201644 min

Cheap Seats Ep 691: Condit-Maia, UFC 201 Discussion, Listener Calls

Jordan Breen and Greg Savage were back Wednesday on the Sherdog Radio Network for another edition of “Cheap Seats.” On this broadcast Breen and Savage discuss some of the additions to the UFC 201 card including Demian Maia’s showdown with Carlos Condit. The guys also take a look in to MMA history and reflect on Jens Pulver’s title clinching victory over B.J. Penn. They also take listener calls on a variety of MMA topics.

Jun 29, 20161 hr 29 min

Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Wrestling-MMA Shenanigans, Ultimate Ken Shamrock with David Bixenspan

This week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “6:05 Superpodcast” host David Bixenspan renew their previous discussion of the weird kissing cousins relationship between MMA and pro-wrestling, discussing Brock Lesnar's upcoming return at UFC 200, a strange stable of obese MMA veterans in Zero-One Pro-Wrestling, whether K-1 and World Wrestling Entertainment veteran Sylvester Terkay could've been an MMA star and the importance of the forgotten “Ultimate Ken Shamrock” pay-per-view.

Jun 29, 201648 min

Cheap Seats Ep. 690: Breen and Savage Discuss Recently Deceased UFC Vets and Bellator 157

Jordan Breen and Greg Savage returned to the Sherdog Radio Network on Monday for another edition of "Cheap Seats." On this broadcast, Breen and Savage eulogize recently deceased UFC veterans Ryan Jimmo and Amar Suloev, recap the best and mostly the worst of Bellator 157, tackle Rory MacDonald's future and touch on more details of the impending UFC sale.

Jun 27, 20161 hr 38 min

Cheap Seats Ep. 688: UFC Ottawa Recap, Fedor Emelianenko Discussion, Listener Calls

Jordan Breen and Greg Savage returned to the Sherdog Radio Network Monday for another edition of "Cheap Seats." On this broadcast the guys recap the UFC Ottawa card that saw Stephen Thompson defeat Rory MacDonald in the main event. They also recap Fedor Emelianenko's controversial decision victory over Fabio Maldonado from last Friday. Breen and Savage also take listener calls covering a variety of different topics.

Jun 20, 20161 hr 33 min

The Neutral Corner with Yves Edwards Ep. 5: Dan Henderson Talks Bisping, Future, and Legacy

Yves Edwards was back in "The Neutral Corner" on the Sherdog Radio Network. Joining him this time was former Pride and Strikeforce champion Dan Henderson. "Hendo" discusses his latest win over Hector Lombard, his future in the sport, and if he feels his next fight will be against Michael Bisping. Check out this exclusive and in-depth interview right now!

Jun 16, 20161 hr 16 min

Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks the MMA, UFC's Future in Canada with The Fight Network's John Pollock

This week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and The Fight Network's John Pollock discuss the UFC's changing business plans in Canada, how the “Great White North” has fallen out of favor in Zuffa's plans, the future of Rory MacDonald, Brock Lesnar's surprising new Canadian allegiance and how the death of Canada's regional MMA promotions has stunted the growth of young prospects.

Jun 15, 201639 min

Cheap Seats Ep. 687: Daniel Cormier and Bandwagon Discussion, Stories From The Road, Listener Calls

Jordan Breen and Greg Savage returned to the Sherdog Radio Network on Wednesday for another edition of "Cheap Seats." On this broadcast the guys react to Daniel Cormier's comments that bandwagon jumpers are good in sports, Savage shares a story about Kimbo Slice ruffling feather among his American Top Team teammates, and take listener calls which cover a variety of MMA topics.

Jun 15, 20161 hr 33 min

TJ and The Tooth Ep. 6: MMA Journalism, What's Next For Michael Bisping?

TJ De Santis and Nick "The Tooth" were back Tuesday on the Sherdog Radio Network for another installment of "TJ and The Tooth." On this broadcast the guys discuss journalism in mixed martial arts, how it compares to journalism in other sports, and what is next for UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping.

Jun 15, 201640 min

Beatdown Ep 1560: Coach Mike Brown Remembers Kimbo Slice, Titan FC's Micah Miller

TJ De Santis is back for a Friday edition of "Beatdown." On this broadcast De Santis welcomes in American Top Team coach Mike Thomas Brown who remembers the life of the late "Kimbo Slice" Kevin Ferguson. Also joining the show was Titan FC welterweight "Maverick" Micah Miller who is back in action tonight on UFC Fight Pass.

Jun 10, 20161 hr 17 min

Press Row: Jordan Breen Discusses and Eulogizes Kimbo Slice with Chapo Trap House's Felix Biederman

This week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “Chapo Trap House” host and political columnist Felix Biederman memorialize “Kimbo Slice” Kevin Ferguson after his death, discussing the Miami boatyard brawler's role as a wholly unique MMA figure, the importance of his “Ultimate Fighter” stint and why Kimbo resounded so profoundly as a pop culture icon, even for non-MMA fans.

Jun 08, 201641 min

Cheap Seats Ep. 685: UFC 199 Recap, Kimbo Passing, MMA Media Discussion

Jordan Breen and Greg Savage returned to the Sherdog Radio Network for another edition of "Cheap Seats." On this broadcast they recap UFC 199, discuss the passing of Kimbo Slice, and the fallout from Ariel Helwani's 48 hour lifetime ban from the Ultimate Fighting Championship.

Jun 07, 20161 hr 50 min

Beatdown After The Bell: UFC 199 'Rockhold Vs Bisping'

TJ De Santis and Jordan Breen returned to the Sherdog Radio Network Saturday night following UFC 199. De Santis and Breen recapped the card that saw Luke Rockhold defend his middleweight title against Michael Bisping in the main event.

Jun 05, 20161 hr 51 min

Roundtable: UFC 199 Rockhold Vs Bisping (Main Card)

Grudge rematches again take center stage at UFC 199 on Saturday, as Michael Bisping makes his first and likely only bid for gold against Luke Rockhold and Urijah Faber seeks to unseat arch nemesis Dominick Cruz. And, of course, the Sherdog Radio Network stood ready to get you ready with a meaty radio Roundtable to break it all down. Hos Jack Encarnacao welcomed Sherdog.com's Jordan Breen, Sherdog and Bloody Elbow contributor Connor Ruebusch and SI.com's Jeff Wagenheim for a complete breakdown of...

Jun 03, 20161 hr 21 min

Roundtable: UFC 199 (Prelims)

Grudge rematches again take center stage at UFC 199 on Saturday, as Michael Bisping makes his first and likely only bid for gold against Luke Rockhold and Urijah Faber seeks to unseat arch nemesis Dominick Cruz. And, of course, the Sherdog Radio Network stood ready to get you ready with a meaty radio Roundtable to break it all down. Hos Jack Encarnacao welcomed Sherdog.com's Jordan Breen, Sherdog and Bloody Elbow contributor Connor Ruebusch and SI.com's Jeff Wagenheim for a complete breakdown of...

Jun 02, 20161 hr 44 min

Cheap Seats Ep. 684: UFC 199 Discussion, Listener Calls

Jordan Breen and Greg Savage returned to the Sherdog Radio Network Wednesday for another edition of “Cheap Seats.” On this broadcast Breen and Savage breakdown this weekend’s UFC 199 event. Could the stars align for underdog challengers Michael Bisping and Urijah Faber? While the guys can’t tell you that for sure, they can tell you what that parlay would pay. Breen and Savage also take listener calls hitting a variety of MMA topics.

Jun 01, 20161 hr 16 min

Press Row: Jordan Breen Talks Mayweather-McGregor, Weird MMA-Wrestling Tie-Ups with David Bixenspan

This week in “Press Row,” Jordan Breen and “6:05 Superpodcast” host David Bixenspan honor the ongoing and insane Conor McGregor-Floyd Mayweather discussion with a stream of consciousness conversation about some of their favorite weird MMA crossovers, from Mexican luchadors invading Deep, New Japan Pro Wrestling's flirtations with MMA and Lyoto Machida initially being pegged as a pro wrestler when he first debuted under the wing of Antonio Inoki.

Jun 01, 201645 min
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