Chuck Mindenhall on Dana White, The MMA Beat & Upcoming Fights He's Excited For | Room Service Diaries
Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell sit down with MK's good friend, 'The Man In The Hat', Chuck Mindenhall. The guys discuss Mindenhall's MMA journalism career, Dana White, his time at ESPN and what the best fight he has seen in person is. Plus, they also talk about which upcoming fights they are most excited for.Get MORNING KOMBAT merchandise now: https://morningkombat.store/#MorningKombat #chuckmindenhall #danawhite #mma #ufc #espn #espnmma #joesilvawrites #MMAReporters(00:00:00) - Intro(00:01:10) - Growing up in Colorado(00:04:10) - Getting into Writing(00:20:45) - Dana White(00:28:00) - First Big MMA Paycheck(00:30:50) - ESPN MMA Dream Team(00:34:30) - Connecting with his fans(00:36:45) - Favorite thing Chuck has written(00:44:20) - 90s Music(00:46:50) - Best Fight He's Seen in Person(00:50:00) - MMA Beat(00:53:40) - Lessons he learned from MMA(00:55:00) - Joe Silva Incident(00:58:00) - Advice for aspiring writers(00:59:45) - Which Fight was he most excited for?(01:01:00) - Reading Recommendations(01:07:08) - END Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Sep 20221h 7min
Introducing: Know Mercy with Stephen A. Smith
Stephen A. Smith knows mercy…when it’s warranted. On “Know Mercy,” Stephen A. will give you his straight shooter point of view beyond the world of sports, breaking barriers and pulling back the curtain on politics, entertainment, and business. Three times a week, you’ll hear his unfiltered opinions on front page news and pertinent cultural events, as well as interviews with outspoken celebrities and thought leaders across the societal arena. You’re guaranteed to be entertained, informed, and motivated. And one thing will be clear: you don't need to know sports to know mercy. “Know Mercy with Stephen A. Smith” is a presentation of Cadence13, an Audacy studio. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
27 Sep 20223min
Bellator 285 Recap: Henderson, Romero Win | Shakur Stevenson Dominates | Morning Kombat Ep 353
On Episode 353 of MK, Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell recap a massive Bellator 285 event that saw Benson Henderson and Yoel Romero impress in their late careers. Plus, Shakur Stevenson dominates, whats next for him? could it be Gervonta Davis?If you support the show, please vote for Morning Kombat in the "Best MMA Programming" Category: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/nominees/Get MORNING KOMBAT merchandise now: https://morningkombat.store/(00:00:00) - Intro(00:09:55) - Benson Henderson Beats Peter Queally(00:26:20) - Romero vs. Manhoef Recap(00:40:50) - Rest Of Bellator 285 Recap(00:50:20) - Shakur Stevenson Dominates(01:03:10) - Joe Joyce Beats Parkers(01:30:40) - HYSTS Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
26 Sep 20221h 57min
Bellator 285 | Anderson Silva On Dana White | Mayweather - McGregor 2? | Morning Kombat Ep 352
On Episode 352 of MK, Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell do one final preview of Bellator 285. Plus, they react to Anderson Silva's quotes about Dana White and discuss Connor McGregor shooting down Floyd Mayweather's call for a rematch. If you support the show, please vote for Morning Kombat in the "Best MMA Programming" Category: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/nominees/ Get MORNING KOMBAT merchandise now:https://morningkombat.store/ #MorningKombat #andersonsilva #connormcgregor #floydmayweather #bellator #UFC #Boxing #UFCREsults #ufcreaction #Boxingreaction #DAZN #lukethomas #briancampbell Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
23 Sep 20222h 9min
Eddie Alvarez & ONE Split | Bellator 285 Preview | Francis Ngannou Speaks | Morning Kombat Ep 351
On Episode 351 of MK, Luke Thomas and Brian Campbell react to the news that Eddie Alvarez has split with ONE Championship. Plus, they preview Bellator 285 which sees the return to the ring of Benson Henderson and Yoel Romero. Also, Francis Ngannou speaks out and says the UFC hasn't offered him a contract. What's next in this saga?(00:00:00) - Intro(00:10:15) - Dana White Contender Series(00:26:55) - Eddie Alvarez & ONE Championship Split(00:38:50) - Bellator 285 Recap(00:56:10) - Francis Ngannou Speaks Out(01:08:40) - Paulo Costa Says He Undermined Khazmat Chimaev(01:17:10) - Quick Hitters(01:34:00) - Fill In The Blank(01:51:20) - Fan Submissions(02:14:25) - End Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
21 Sep 20222h 8min
Is Gordon Ryan the No Gi GOAT? | Morning Kombat Extra Credit Ep. 28
Luke Thomas is back with Episode 28 of Morning Kombat Extra Credit to break down his three biggest takeaways from ADCC this past weekend.Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat For Morning Kombat gear visit:morning kombat.store Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
20 Sep 202224min
Jose Aldo Retires? | Canelo Defeats GGG | UFC Vegas 60: Sandhagen-Song Recap | Ep 350
On Episode 350 of Morning Kombat Luke and Brian start the show by breaking down the news from Combate that Jose Aldo is retiring with once fight left on his deal. Is this the right move? Next up the guys break down Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennadiy Golovkin 3. Is Canelo vs. Bovil 2 a bad idea? The guys also break down UFC Vegas 60: Sandhagen vs. Song. What are their biggest takeaways from this fight? What's next for Cory Sandhagen? The guys close out Monday as always with Dm's from Donks and HYSTS.Courtney's Fighter Page: http://www.haymakersforhope.org/event/boston/2022/belles-brawl-ix/courtney-maagCourtney's Salem News Article: https://www.salemnews.com/sports/mauler-on-a-mission-marbleheads-maag-steps-into-the-ring-to-ko-cancer/article_3e60689e-2555-11ed-98fd-8ff18ae9af93.htmlMorning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat For Morning Kombat gear visit:morning kombat.store Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
19 Sep 20222h 16min
🚨 Canelo Alvarez vs. Gennadiy Golovkin 3 Instant Reaction
Brian Campbell breaks down Canelo Alvarez's victory over Gennadiy Golovkin in their trilogy. How did BC score the fight? What are his thoughts on the scorecards? What is next for Canelo and GGG?Morning Kombat’ is available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, Castbox, Google Podcasts, Bullhorn and wherever else you listen to podcasts. For more Combat Sports coverage subscribe here: youtube.com/MorningKombat Follow our hosts on Twitter: @BCampbellCBS, @lthomasnews, @MorningKombat For Morning Kombat gear visit:morning kombat.store Follow our hosts on Instagram: @BrianCampbell, @lukethomasnews, @MorningKombat Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
18 Sep 202240min
