Inside the Hexagon
Strikeforce was one of the preeminent mixed martial arts (MMA) promotions in the world from 2006 until it folded in 2013. The promotion gave a platform to some of the greatest fighters in the world, while also helping launch women's MMA as a force in the sport. Journey with us as we go through the major events and moments in Strikeforce history!
Mon, March 28, 2022
Final episode: "Inside the Hexagon" says goodbye and rides off into the sunset...
This is the final episode if "Inside the Hexagon," and, unlike Strikeforce, we're going out with a bang! Phil and Josh tick through the biggest highlights in the promotion's run, including selling out the Shark Tank with over 18K fans, Cung Le breaking Frank Shamrock's arm to take the middleweight belt and win "The Battle of San Jose," Fedor's only Strikeforce win, Robbie Lawler getting "Ruthless" against Melvin Manhoef, and so much more! In addition, several special guests drop by to share their thoughts on Strikeforce, including Bas Rutten, Ariel Helwani, Rich Chou, Scott Smith, and Nate Marquardt. Finally, we wrap things up with one more chat with the man that started it all, and our very first podcast guest, Strikeforce founder/owner and current Bellator promoter Scott Coker! It's a fitting tribute to our favorite MMA promotion...don't miss our final episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 21, 2022
Strikeforce/UFC/Bellator vet Ryan Couture on entering MMA as the son of "The Natural," fighting on the final Strikeforce card, and what he learned from his win over K.J. Noons
It's our next-to-last episode, and we're closing out our fighter interviews with an intriguing chat with former Strikeforce competitor and current Xtreme Couture CEO Ryan Couture! Ryan talks about what it was like getting into MMA as the son of UFC legend Randy "The Natural" Couture, competing inside the hexagon, and fighting on the final Strikeforce card. We dive deep into Ryan's split-decision win over K.J. Noons, including his strategy coming into it, as well as the lessons he learned during his bloody battle with the former world champ. There's a lot to this interview...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 14, 2022
"Strikeforce: Marquardt vs. Saffiedine" - January 13, 2013...the curtain closes on Strikeforce
It's the end of Strikeforce! On this week's episode, we cover the final promotional event, as a card rumored to contain four title fights gets whittled down to one, as Nate "The Great" Marquardt closes things out with the welterweight title on the line against Tarec Saffiedine. We also see Daniel Cormier and Josh Barnett in glorified mismatches with unheralded opponents, as well as Jacare Souza and Gegard Mousasi proving they were more than ready for the UFC's big stage. Tim Kennedy, Roger Gracie, Pat Healy, and a host of others make their final appearances inside the hexagon...come along with us for the ride for the final Strikeforce event! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 07, 2022
"Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Kaufman" - August 18, 2012...Rousey proves she's Strikeforce's biggest star
Ronda Rousey gets "Rowdy" for the final time in Strikeforce on this week's episode, proving to Dana White and the MMA world once and for all that women should get their shot inside the Octagon! We also see Jacare close out his Strikeforce career with a bang, and OSP turns out the lights on a true MMA journeyman. We're getting close to the end of "Inside the Hexagon"...don't miss this deep dive into all things "Rousey vs. Kaufman"! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, February 28, 2022
Nate "The Great" Marquardt, former Strikeforce welterweight champ, on his vicious KO of Tyron Woodley that won him the belt, and more
On this week's episode, the penultimate Strikeforce welterweight champion, Nate "The Great" Marquardt, joins Phil to discuss making his 170-lb. debut inside the hexagon against Tyron Woodley. Nate talks about moving down in weight, returning to the cage after over a year away, his strategy for Woodley, and what set up that memorable knockout. The former champ also delves into what winning the belt meant to him, how he actually pulled his punch on that final uppercut, and what brought him back to the cage after a five-year retirement. It's a cerebral, in-depth interview that will make you think. Check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, February 21, 2022
"Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Kennedy" - July 14, 2012...can Luke Rockhold get gritty and defend his title against decorated military hero Tim Kennedy? Who will be Strikeforce's new welterweight kingpin?
It's GI Joe vs. the surfer dude as Tim Kennedy takes Strikeforce middleweight champ Luke Rockhold to deep waters on this week's episode! In addition, former UFC middleweight title challenger Nate "The Great" Marquardt makes his Strikeforce and 170-lb. debut in a battle with rising star Tyron Woodley for the vacant Strikeforce welterweight crown. We also see an absolute bloodbath between Roger Gracie and "The Dean of Mean" Keith Jardine, and Robbie Lawler looks to get "Ruthless" with the uber-talented Lorenz Larkin. Strikeforce is heading towards its demise, but we've still got plenty of action to cover! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, February 14, 2022
Who won the 3rd fight? Former Strikeforce lightweight champions Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson come together to discuss their trilogy, what it meant to them, and whether we'll ever see them collide again!
In what may be the best episode in the history of this podcast, Gilbert Melendez and Josh Thomson join Phil to dive in deep on their unforgettable trilogy of fights, breaking down their mindset fight by fight, and the two legends argue over who won their final bout! We discuss what went into the preparation for each fight and what they each learned, plus, Gil and Josh even lob a question or two at one another. And "El Nino" has a special surprise for his friend and rival...it gets a big response, and you won't want to miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, February 07, 2022
"Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Cormier" - May 19, 2012...Daniel Cormier shocks the MMA world and captures the heavyweight grand prix title in a true "Rocky" moment!
Daniel Cormier is remembered today as one of the greatest MMA fighters of all time, but back in 2012, he was still a relative unknown upstart looking to make his mark. However, after dispatching viable heavyweight contenders in Jeff Monson and "Bigfoot" Silva, DC was beginning to build momentum. Standing in his way to stardom was former UFC heavyweight champion Josh Barnett, who most expected to defeat the upstart. It didn't quite go his way, and we break it all down. Plus, lightweight kingpin Gilbert Melendez and former champ Josh Thomson finally settle things as their title trilogy is completed, and it's an absolute war! So much to get to on this week's episode...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 31, 2022
"Strikeforce: Tate vs. Rousey" - March 3, 2012...Ronda Rousey arrives! The judo queen stakes her claim as an MMA superstar and forces the powers at be to pay attention!
It's time for "Tate vs. Rousey," as the Strikeforce women's bantamweight title is on the line in the first high profile women's MMA grudge match! "Rowdy" Ronda Rousey faces Miesha Tate for the belt in the main event, and these two ladies are ready to prove to the other and the world that they are the best at 135 lbs. In addition, Josh Thomson is looking to secure that title trilogy with lightweight champ Gilbert Melendez, while Jacare wants back into title contention. And, finally, is this the end of the line in Strikeforce for Paul "Semtex" Daley and Scott "Hands of Steel" Smith, two longtime promotional heavy-handed stalwarts? So many questions to be answered on this one...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 24, 2022
The King is here! Former Strikeforce light heavyweight champ Mo Lawal discusses his run inside the hexagon, his love of pro wrestling, and more!
King Mo joins Phil on this week's episode, and it's a slobberknocker of a chat, as we dive into Mo's formative years in amateur wrestling, how he almost went into pro wrestling rather than MMA, and so much more! Mo delves into winning the Strikeforce title, the ref being too late at stopping his thrashing of Lorenz Larkin, fighting Cro Cop, and what he's up to today (hint: coaching and pro wrestling). It's a great discussion...download and share! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Tue, January 18, 2022
"Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine" - January 7, 2012...Luke Rockhold proves he'd legit while King Mo destroys both his opponent and his reputation
Happy MLK Day! Phil is down (with COVID) but not out, as he and Josh get the band back together to discuss..."Rockhold vs. Jardine"! On the card, Robbie Lawler gets "Ruthless" once again, while Tyron Woodley stakes his claim to a shot at vacant welterweight gold. Meanwhile, King Mo does damage to both his opponent and his credibility, while Luke Rockhold shuts up some of the naysayers with a solid win over a quality opponent in his first defense of his middleweight crown. It's a shorter still action-packed episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 10, 2022
"Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Masvidal" - December 17, 2011...Gilbert Melendez proves he's one of the best in the world, while Cris Cyborg falls from grace
On this week's episode, we delve into "Melendez vs. Masvidal"! This is a momentous time for Strikeforce, as the promotion renews its deal with Showtime, but also loses a marquee weight class and is forced to reduce its number of events. Despite all the questions surrounding the promotion, there are still fights to feature, and we've got some good ones on this card, including Gegard Mousasi vs. OSP, KJ Noons vs. Billy Evangelista, Cris Cyborg vs. Hiroko Yamanaka, and "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez putting his belt on the line against "Gamebred" Jorge Masvidal in the main event. Cyborg dominates but ultimately loses in the long run...we'll dive deep into it all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 27, 2021
Merry Christmas! On this week's episode, we break down the 12 of Christmas, Strikeforce-style!
Christmas is now in our rear-view mirror, and we hope you got all you wanted this year! For our latest episode, Phil & Josh break down the 12 gifts Strikeforce gave us during the promotion's run, including the resurgence of Frank Shamrock, the introduction of Cung Le, Ronda Rousey, and others, as well as some of the craziest moments in MMA history. So, sit down, grab some eggnog, get that fire blazing, and enjoy! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 20, 2021
"Strikeforce: Barnett vs. Kharitonov" - September 10, 2011...Daniel Cormier punches Bigfoot and his ticket to the grand prix finals, announcing his arrival in the process!
DC shows he's a force to be reckoned with on this week's episode! We see the finals of the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix come to fruition as Daniel Cormier and Josh Barnett advance, and both do it in style. In addition, we have a new Strikeforce middleweight champion in Luke Rockhold, and King Mo rebounds from his title loss to knock a Gracie off his perch. This is a fun one...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 13, 2021
Two former MMA writers delve into what it was like to cover MMA during Strikeforce's heyday, Ronda Rousey vs. Miesha Tate, Scott Coker, what's wrong with MMA journalism today, and more!
We're changing things up a bit this week, as Josh steps in for Phil (who's on vacation) and chats with good friend and well-respected former MMA journalist Erik Fontanez! Formerly with Bleacher Report, Yahoo! Sports, and Gracie Mag, while mostly being known for his time with MMA Weekly, Fontanez saw it all during his time in MMA. On this episode, Josh and Erik dive into MMA journalism, Strikeforce, women's MMA, Ronda Rousey's feud with Miesha Tate, Scott Coker, and more. It's an intriguing chat...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 06, 2021
Who were the best female fighters in Strikeforce history? Is it Ronda Rousey or Cris Cyborg at the top of the list? Where does Miesha Tate?
This week, Josh and I are breaking down the top five female fighters in Strikeforce history! While there isn't a sizable list of fighters that competed in the women's divisions, the ones that did tended to make a big impact...not just on the promotion at that time, but on the future of the sport. Marloes Coenen, Sarah Kaufman, Miesha Tate, Cris Cyborg, Ronda Rousey...we break them all down, chatting through their accomplishments and impact both in and out of the cage. Finally, we battle over who is #1...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 29, 2021
"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Henderson" - July 30, 2011...the Fedor era ends for Strikeforce as "The Last Emperor" leaves it all inside the hexagon
It's truly the end of an era as Fedor competes for the final time under the Strikeforce banner, facing Dan Henderson in a highly-anticipated iteration of USA vs. Russia. The bout ends in controversy, leaving questions that were never answered. In addition, Miesha Tate tastes Strikeforce gold, Tim Kennedy out-strategizes Robby Lawler, and we have a couple new contenders for the now-vacant welterweight title. Lots to get to on this packed episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 22, 2021
The biggest moments in Strikeforce history*...Shamrock, Diaz, Cung, Carano, Cyborg, and so much more
On this week's episode, we're running through the biggest moments in Strikeforce history...so far. As of this episode, we're in June of 2011...what are the biggest moments that have taken place? We have Shamrock-Gracie, Shamrock-Baroni, Shamrock-Le, Shamrock-Diaz (seeing a trend yet?), Melendez-Thomson, Carano-Cyborg, Fedor, Hendo, and so much more. We run through them all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 15, 2021
"Strikeforce: Overeem vs. Werdum" - June 18, 2011...the heavyweight grand prix continues as DC makes a statement!
On this week's episode it's the 2nd leg of the Strikeforce heavyweight grand prix, as we see some big men look to brutalize each other! "The Gravedigger" looks to neutralize "The Python," Daniel Cormier takes a big step up in competition against a former UFC heavyweight title challenger, "Gamebred" tangles with "King Karl," "The Babyfaced Assassin" looks to down "The Grim," and "The Demolition Man" seeks revenge against the Fedor killer. Lots of interesting tidbits to get to...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 08, 2021
"Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Daley" - April 9, 2011...it's the end of an era as Zuffa buys Strikeforce!
The MMA landscape is forever altered as the news is revealed that Strikeforce has been acquired by Zuffa, the parent company of the UFC! But, hey, we've still got a fight to put on, and Nick Diaz will lay his welterweight title on the line against feared British slugger Paul "Semtex" Daley. In addition, Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert returns to battle Japanese superstar Tatsuya Kawajiri, while Gegard Mousasi is also back to take on "The Dean of Mean" Keith Jardine. We also get an appearance from Shinya Aoki, as he takes on Lyle "Fancy Pants" Beerbohm. There's some great fights, as well as some sights you never thought you'd see, like Dana White sitting cageside at a Strikeforce event in a Strikeforce t-shirt! Things would never be the same again... All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 01, 2021
Longtime MMAJunkie Reporter John Morgan checks in to break down Zuffa's 2011 purchase of Strikeforce, what it means for the fighters and the sport as a whole, and how it still resonates today
Strikeforce experienced many big moments, but few were bigger than when the promotion was purchased by the UFC's then-parent company, Zuffa! Former MMA Journalist of the Year John Morgan joins us to discuss why the purchase came about, how it affected the fighters, how the MMA world responded, and more! It was truly the end of an era in MMA, and we break it all down on this week's episode...make sure to check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 25, 2021
Former Strikeforce star Tim Kennedy joins the show to discuss his run inside the hexagon (and why he misses it), his strategic win over Melvin Manhoef, his philosophy, and more!
It's been over a year in the making, but we finally came to the right time to have the one and only Tim Kennedy on "Inside the Hexagon"! We go over what got him started in MMA, his early run in the sport, climbing the ranks in Strikeforce, and what he misses about the promotion. We also key in on his win over the always-dangerous Melvin Manhoef at "Strikeforce: Feijao vs. Henderson," discussing Tim's strategy, as well as the dream he had before the fight that told him he'd win in a very specific manner. It's a great chat with a true warrior...don't miss this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 18, 2021
"Strikeforce: Feijao vs. Henderson" - March 5, 2011...Hendo captures Strikeforce gold while Tim Kennedy makes a statement!
Dan Henderson is truly one of MMA's legends, and on March 5, 2011, "Hendo" proved it once again when he vanquished the bigger Brazilian champion, Feijao Cavalcante, to win the Strikeforce light heavyweight championship. It was a signature KO brought on by Henderson's "H-bomb" right hand. Also on the card, Liz Carmouche established herself as a fighter to watch in Strikeforce's women's bantamweight division. And, Tim Kennedy teaches Melvin Manhoef a lesson. Enjoy this episode as we break it all down! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 11, 2021
Former Strikeforce matchmaker Rich Chou discusses working with Scott Coker, booking some of the promotion's biggest fights, going from Wimp 2 Warrior, and more!
Rich Chou has done it all in the sport of MMA. A Scott Coker protégé, he oversaw the booking of so many big fights in Rumble on the Rock, EliteXC, Strikeforce, and Bellator. On this week's show, Chou discusses his formative years, including his lone MMA fight, his crossover to the operations side of the sport, working with the Penn Family, what goes into making the matches fans want to see and so much more. We dive into his run with Strikeforce, reminiscing on what made the promotion so very special. And, hear Rich discuss his exciting new venture, Wimp 2 Warrior. There's so much in this packed episode...do us a favor and tell other MMA fans about it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 04, 2021
"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Silva" - February 12, 2011..."The Last Emperor" returns as the Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix commences!
We're back from our short break, and on this week's episode we're discussing the kickoff of 2011's Strikeforce Heavyweight Grand Prix tournament! At the inaugural event, there are three alternate bouts, with all three fights ending in first round finishes. Then, in the co-main event, Russian slugger Sergei Kharitonov makes his Strikeforce debut against former UFC heavyweight champion Andrei Arlovski. And, in the main event, "The Last Emperor" Fedor Emelianenko tries to rebound from the first legitimate loss of his career as he locks horns with the biggest fighter in the tournament, Antonio "Bigfoot" Silva. It's one of the most momentous cards in Strikeforce history...don't miss this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 27, 2021
Break extension...
Extending our break by one week...will be back next week! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 20, 2021
One-Week Break!
We're taking a quick one-week break...we'll be back next week! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 13, 2021
Phil walks through the "Inside the Hexagon" origin story!
We're doing something different this week, as Phil walks through the story of his time in MMA, including Strikeforce, as well as what made him want to create "Inside the Hexagon!" Here how Phil got started in MMA, including some of his experiences while working in the sport, how Josh got involved with the show, and more! It's a quick, interesting look at how we've gotten to where we're at...tune in! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 06, 2021
"Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Cyborg" - January 29, 2011...Nick Diaz destroys a Cyborg with an absolute masterpiece!
It's another Strikeforce event full of finishes as we're covering "Diaz vs. Cyborg" this week! The welterweight title is on the line in the main event as Nick Diaz further establishes his genius inside the cage with a masterful performance against a very game, tough Evangelista "Cyborg" Santos. While the champ looked to be in trouble in the first round, it was all part of his game plan...it's a great fight! We also see "Jacare" Souza defend his middleweight belt for the first time against "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler, and all-time football great Herschel Walker competes in MMA for the final time. There's a Gracie on this card, too...make sure to check this episode out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 30, 2021
The man who booked Fedor Emelianenko when the UFC couldn't, former Bodog Fight matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us to discuss the first Playboy Mansion show, Fedor-Lindland, and more!
Former Bodog Fights matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us this week to discuss his long career in MMA, which included booking the first all-female fight card, handling Bodog Fight's incredible roster of fighters (which included Jorge Masvidal, Eddie Alvarez, and many others), putting some of Strikeforce's first Playboy Mansion fights together, how he almost put on Fedor-Couture, and more! Some really cool stories for hardcore MMA history fans...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 30, 2021
The man who booked Fedor Emelianenko when the UFC couldn't, former Bodog Fight matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us to discuss the first Playboy Mansion show, Fedor-Lindland, and more!
Former Bodog Fights matchmaker Miguel Iturrate joins us this week to discuss his long career in MMA, which included booking the first all-female fight card, handling Bodog Fight's incredible roster of fighters (which included Jorge Masvidal, Eddie Alvarez, and many others), putting some of Strikeforce's first Playboy Mansion fights together, how he almost put on Fedor-Couture, and more! Some really cool stories for hardcore MMA history fans...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 23, 2021
"Strikeforce: Henderson vs. Babalu II" - December 4, 2010...four main card knockouts, all of them vicious...can't ask for much more!
We're covering a historic card on this week's episode, as, for the first time in the promotion's history, the main card of a Strikeforce card features four knockouts! And they're brutal...we see Bigfoot Silva, Robbie Lawler, Paul "Semtex" Daley, and Dan Henderson dealing out some massive KO's. We break down the card, discuss the finishes, and delve into more of Scott Coker's matchmaking. Don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 16, 2021
Strikeforce vs. UFC Dream Fights...Fedor vs. Brock, Shamrock vs. Sonnen, Melendez vs. McGregor, and more
On this week's episode, we're breaking down some Strikeforce vs. UFC dream fights! What would have happened if Fedor and Brock had locked horns? Would Cung Le have been able to topple middleweight kingpin Anderson Silva? How would Strikeforce's lightweight class have stacked up against the UFC's? And how would Gina Carano vs. Ronda Rousey have played out? We're chatting through it all...check it out! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 09, 2021
"Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II" - October 9, 2010...it's a huge main event grudge match as Nick Diaz rematches KJ Noons, this time with the Strikeforce welterweight title on the line!
Welterweight champion Nick Diaz finally gets a shot at revenge as he tangles with KJ Noons with the title on the line in the main event of "Strikeforce: Diaz vs. Noons II!" The card also features the SF main card debut of Tyron Woodley, as well as a fight with fireworks between Josh Thomson and JZ Cavalcante. And, Strikeforce women's bantamweight champion puts her belt up for grabs in a memorable scrap with Marloes Coenen. We break it all down on this week's episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 02, 2021
EA all day! We break down the "EA Sports MMA" video game with its Project Lead, Rob Hyder
We're taking a bit of a detour this week as we delve into 2010's "EA Sports MMA" video game with the title's Project Leader, Rob Hyder! Rob discusses his role with the game, how Strikeforce got involved, what it was like trying to sign fighters like Randy Couture and Fedor Emelianenko, why fighters aren't good at motion capture, and so much more! Dana White, Jason "Mayhem" Miller, Hidehiko Yoshida, Bob Sapp...the gang's all here! It's an intriguing behind-the-scenes chat...don't miss it. All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, July 26, 2021
"Strikeforce: Houston" - August 21, 2010...Strikeforce crowns two new champions, a fight ends controversially, and Lashley loses
Feijao and Jacare reign supreme as we cover "Strikeforce: Houston" this week! The promotion sees two new champions crowned, as Feijao Cavalcante takes the light heavyweight belt from King Mo, and Jacare Souza captures the vacant middleweight title with a win over Tim Kennedy. In addition, KJ Noons gets a very controversial stoppage win (spoiler: illegal knee) over Jorge Gurgel, and Bobby Lashley suffers his first MMA loss. Lots to get to...download and listen today! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, July 19, 2021
Former Strikeforce middleweight champion Cung Le is back! He discusses getting revenge against Scott Smith, "ducking" Jake Shields, and his legacy
Cung Le is back on this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," and we delve into so much! Cung discusses his painful loss in "The Miracle in San Jose" at the hands of Scott Smith, and what it meant to him to get that win back. The former champ also discusses allegations from Jake Shields that he was ducking him, as well as his overall legacy in Strikeforce and MMA as a whole. Download and enjoy hearing from this legend once again! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, July 12, 2021
"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Werdum" - June 26, 2010..."The Last Emperor" is toppled, Cung Le and Frank Shamrock say farewell, and Cris Cyborg destroys another opponent
What a monumental event we're covering this week, as we finally arrive at "Fedor vs. Werdum!" It's a heartbreaker of an event for all the Fedor fans out there, including Phil & Josh, as we see "The Last Emperor" finally fall. In addition, Cung Le and Frank Shamrock say goodbye, with Cung competing for the last time in Strikeforce, and Shamrock finally officially hanging up the gloves. In addition, Cris Cyborg absolutely assaults Jan Finney, and Josh Thomson puts on another MMA clinic. You're going to enjoy this event breakdown! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, July 05, 2021
Ranking the Top 10 Most Patriotic American MMA Fighters: Randy Couture, Brian Stann, Tim Kennedy, Tito Ortiz, Chael Sonnen, and more!
Happy 4th of July! On this week's episode, we're taking a bit of a different path and dropping something of a bonus episode, as we're ranking the top 10 most patriotic American MMA fighters! Randy Couture, Brian Stann, Tim Kennedy, Tito Ortiz, Chael Sonnen, Colby Covington, Frankie Edgar, and more...we break down the fighters that are proudest to be American! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, June 28, 2021
Former Strikeforce/UFC fighter KJ Noons gets interviewed for the first time since his last fight...we talk Nick Diaz, Strikeforce, weight-cutting, and more
No one could ever accuse of KJ Noons of not being an exciting fighter, and in his first interview since his last fight in 2016, the last EliteXC lightweight champion delves into his career on "Inside the Hexagon!" We delve into his two slobberknockers with Nick Diaz, getting his rib broken to the point where he can't surf (thanks, Conor!), how much he hates cutting weight, and more. It's an authentic look at the life and career of one of the most exciting lightweight fighters of all time! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, June 21, 2021
"Strikeforce: Los Angeles" - June 16, 2010...KJ Noons makes a statement, Tim Kennedy plants his flag, and Babalu outsmarts Lawler
Taking place only ten days before "Fedor vs. Werdum," "Strikeforce: Los Angeles" has been forgotten by many MMA fans. However, it was an interesting event with some solid highlights. Taking place at the Nokia Theatre during E3, the huge video game conference, this card featured KJ Noons and Conor Heun in a war, as well as Tim Kennedy getting a submission win to set himself up as a middleweight contender. Also, Cyborg Santos gets a brutal KO, and Babalu Sobral gets back in the win column against Robbie Lawler. We break it all down on this week's episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, June 14, 2021
Former Shine Fights matchmaker Ron Foster delves into one of the most controversial non-events in MMA history, "Worlds Collide"...how was Strikeforce involved?
This week's episode features one of the most personal stories in Phil's MMA career, the events behind Shine Fights' PPV event that didn't happen, "Worlds Collide." Scheduled to take place on the same night as "Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery," "Worlds Collide" was to feature a main event of MMA vet Din Thomas battling former world champion boxer Ricardo Mayorga in an intriguing MMA bout. However, Don King and a lot of cash changed the course of the event, and possibly MMA history. Phil reconnects with Ron Foster, Shine Fights matchmaker, to break it all down. How could such a good thing go so wrong? We dive into it all...download and share! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, June 07, 2021
"Strikeforce: Heavy Artillery" - May 15, 2010...Alistair Overeem returns to defend the heavyweight title, Bigfoot takes on "The Pitbull," and Feijao breaks out
Strikeforce looks to see if it can rebound from the debacle of its Nashville event with "Heavy Artillery!" Featuring the long-awaited return of heavyweight champion Alistair Overeem, the title is on the line as "The Demolition Man" locks horns with Brett Rogers. In the co-main event, it's a battle of former heavyweight champions as "Bigfoot" Silva tangles with "The Pitbull" Andrei Arlovski. And "Jacare" Souza and "Feijao" Cavalcante look to position themselves as title contenders in their respective divisions. Last but not least, we get the Strikeforce debut of the latest Gracie family representative...lots to get to on this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, May 31, 2021
Former Strikeforce middleweight champion Jake Shields discusses the infamous post-fight brawl in Nashville, why he left Strikeforce for the UFC, and more
Happy Memorial Day to all our U.S. fans! On this week's episode, it is the "Inside the Hexagon" debut of one of the best grapplers in MMA history, Jake Shields! The former Strikeforce middleweight champion discusses his run with the promotion, his headline fight against Dan Henderson at "Strikeforce: Nashville," and the controversial post-fight brawl that changed the course of combat sports history. We also discuss why he left for the UFC...make sure to check out this week's episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, May 24, 2021
"Strikeforce: Nashville" - April 17, 2010...Mayhem Miller starts the brawl that ended it all (in a few different ways), overshadowing three title fights
On this week's episode, we're covering one of the most notorious and pivotal events in MMA history, "Strikeforce: Nashville"! The main card featured three title fights, including King Mo vs. Gegard Mousasi for the light heavyweight belt, Gilbert Melendez and Shinya Aoki tangling for the lightweight title, and Jake Shields defending the middleweight championship against Dan Henderson in the main event. However, all of that paled in comparison to the post-fight brawl between Mayhem Miller, Shields, the Diaz brothers, Melendez, and more. The fight ended Strikeforce's relationship with CBS, and possibly ended any hopes for the promotion being a real competitor with the UFC. We dive into it all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, May 17, 2021
Short "Inside the Hexagon" Hiatus
Quick update on why we had no show last week, and why we're going to be late this week...appreciate your patience! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! "Inside the Hexagon" is part of the Evergreen Podcasts Network...please also check out EvergreenPodcasts.com! Sources: CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com, our memories & opinions Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, May 03, 2021
Who are the best crossover athletes in MMA history? Who's the best combo MMA fighter/pro wrestler in history? Phil and Josh dive in on this week's episode!
Phil and Josh take the helm on this week's interview episode, and this time, we're discussing the best crossover athletes in MMA history! With Herschel Walker and Bobby Lashley making their Strikeforce debuts on our most recent event episode, it's a great time to discuss athletes that have had great success in other sports and industries. Brock Lesnar, Ronda Rousey, Holly Holm, Dan Severn, and many more...we run through them all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! As part of the Evergreen Podcasts Network, please also check out EvergreenPodcasts.com! Sources: CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, our memories & opinions Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, April 26, 2021
"Strikeforce: Miami" - January 30, 2010...we have a new welterweight champ, Cyborg smashes her first challenger, and a Hall of Famer and wrestling star make their debuts
It's a night of firsts at "Strikeforce: Miami" on this week's episode! In the main event, Nick Diaz puts on another masterful performance to capture the inaugural Strikeforce welterweight championship, while Cris Cyborg enjoys a successful first defense of her featherweight belt. In addition, college football HOFer Herschel Walker and former WWE star Bobby Lashley make their hexagon debuts. Lastly, Robbie Lawler gets "Ruthless" in his bout with Melvin Manhoef, surviving a brutal onslaught before landing his only two strikes to turn the Dutchman's lights out. Great fights on this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, April 19, 2021
"Hands of Steel" Scott Smith discusses "The Miracle in San Jose" KO of Cung Le, his fighting style, his toughest fights, and more
It's "The Comeback Kid" checking in on this week's episode, as Scott Smith discusses one of the greatest comebacks in Strikeforce history, which took place against Cung Le at "Evolution." "Hands of Steel" talks us through the fight, as well as his all-time classic with Pete Sell on The Ultimate Fighter. Smith also updates us on what he's doing today, and more. It's a great chat with a true warrior...download and share! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Make sure you check out Evergreen Podcasts at www.evergreenpodcasts.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, April 12, 2021
"Strikeforce: Evolution" - December 19, 2009...Thomson-Melendez II delivers a barnburner, Scott Smith lands the "Miracle in San Jose," and King Mo makes a moneyweight statement
Could "Evolution" be the greatest Strikeforce card the promotion ever put on? Probably not, but it's up there. King Mo makes his hexagon debut and treats both his opponent and the cage with disrespect, Jacare chomps on "The Law," and Josh Thomson and Gilbert Melendez finally rematch for the undisputed lightweight title in a slobberknocker. And, in the main event...do you believe in miracles? Scott Smith spends three rounds getting beat up before a Hail Mary comes through and ends Cung Le's night. It's a packed episode...listen and share! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, April 05, 2021
Who belongs on the Mt. Rushmore of heavyweight MMA fighters? Phil & Josh break it down on this week's episode...is Fedor at the top? Who else rounds out the top four? And where does Stipe fit in?
We're switching things up on this week's episode! Instead of interviewing someone else, we're interviewing each other...sort of. In line with the great Fedor Emelianenko signing with Strikeforce back in 2009, we dive into our Mt. Rushmore of the greatest MMA heavyweights of all time! We go through the pioneers, the greats, the elite, and the absolute best...from Mark Coleman, to Tim Sylvia, to JDS, to DC, to Nogueira, to Stipe...the gang is all here! So, listen up, and let us know what you think! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: CBSSports.com, Bleacher Report, our memories & opinions Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 29, 2021
"Strikeforce: Fedor vs. Rogers" - November 7, 2009...Fedor makes his Strikeforce debut on CBS, Shields takes the belt against Mayhem, and more!
On "Inside the Hexagon" this week, we're covering a couple huge debuts, as Fedor Emelianenko fights inside the hexagon for the first time, and Strikeforce marks its first-ever event on CBS! We're breaking down what a huge addition Fedor was to the Strikeforce roster, as well as what being on CBS meant. In addition, Jake Shields tangles with Jason "Mayhem" Miller with the recently-vacated Strikeforce middleweight title on the line. We also see more of Gegard Mousasi and Fabricio Werdum...so much to get to! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 22, 2021
Longtime MMA journalist and podcaster Ben Fowlkes breaks down "Strikeforce: Carano vs. Cyborg"
On this week's episode, respected MMA journalist and podcaster Ben Fowlkes joins the show to discuss "Strikeforce: Carano vs. Cyborg!" We're breaking down the historical significance of the fight, the lead-up, the action inside the hexagon, and the aftermath. How was Carano affected by the pressure of the fight? Was this fight put together too soon? Why didn't Carano come back to MMA? And what is Cyborg's place in MMA history? All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 15, 2021
"Strikeforce: Carano vs. Cyborg" - August 15, 2009...Gina Carano and Cyborg shatter a glass ceiling, Gegard Mousasi bursts onto the U.S. scene, and more!
It's Ladies Night on "Inside the Hexagon," as Gina Carano and Cris Cyborg break through and set records when they main event the first major MMA event to be headlined by female fighters! "Carano vs. Cyborg" was a truly historic event, and we've got all the details on this week's episode. We dive into the entertaining main event while also discussing Nick Diaz's side deal with CSAC, Gegard Mousasi's obliteration of Babalu Sobral, Gil Melendez's revenge, and so much more. Make sure to catch this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, March 08, 2021
UFC HOFer Pat Miletich delves into Strikeforce commentary, a failed fight with Frank Shamrock, and more
We're back! On this week's episode, UFC Hall of Famer Pat Miletich joins "Inside the Hexagon" to discuss all things Strikeforce! We discuss how he landed his role doing color commentary for Strikeforce, how a fight with Frank Shamrock almost came to fruition but ultimately fell through, Strikeforce's place in MMA history, and more. It's a unique look at some of the business side of MMA...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Fri, February 19, 2021
Taking a short break...
...we'll be back in a couple weeks! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, February 08, 2021
"Strikeforce: Lawler vs. Shields" - June 6, 2009...Robbie Lawler and Jake Shields make their hexagon debuts, Nick Diaz stars once again, and Andrei Arlovski gets blasted
On this week's episode, we spotlight "Strikeforce: Lawler vs. Shields," and the Skrap Pack is riding high! In the main event, Jake Shields and "Ruthless" Robbie Lawler make their hexagon debuts, with Shields coming out on top. Also on the card, Nick Diaz makes mincemeat of "Hands of Steel" Scott Smith, Brett Rogers turns Andrei Arlovski's lights out, and Kevin "The Monster" Randleman arrives in Strikeforce. It's another packed episode...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, February 01, 2021
MMA legend Frank Shamrock returns to discuss his final fight with Nick Diaz, almost facing Kimbo Slice, his proposed PPV scrap with Ken Shamrock, and more
On this week's episode, "The Legend" Frank Shamrock makes his return to "Inside the Hexagon" in a fascinating discussion! We delve into his final fight with Nick Diaz, including the build-up, the in-cage action, and the aftermath. We also reveal how close Frank came to stepping in for his brother Ken to face Kimbo Slice in EliteXC, as well as why his planned PPV fight with Ken fell through. There's so much we get into with this true pioneer of MMA...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Thu, January 28, 2021
Bonus Episode: Bellator's Raymond Daniels breaks down his MMA debut, that scorching 720 punch, and much more!
It's another very special bonus episode! On today's episode, we connect with the master of the 720 punch, Raymond "The Real Deal" Daniels! The Bellator striking specialist discusses his MMA debut for Strikeforce back in 2008, what he learned from that experience, landing that 720 in Bellator in 2019, and so much more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 25, 2021
"Strikeforce: Shamrock vis. Diaz" - April 11, 2009...Nick Diaz makes his hexagon debut to battle Frank Shamrock, Scott Smith and Benji Radach put on a war for the ages, Cyborg arrives, and more!
The Strikeforce "Showtime Era" arrives! This week, we're covering "Shamrock vs. Diaz," and it's a true milestone event for Strikeforce. Nick Diaz makes his promotional debut in a main event scrap with the legendary Frank Shamrock, and "Hands of Steel" Scott Smith once again makes his mark with a come-from-behind victory. Cris Cyborg also debuts, as does Brett "The Grim" Rogers. There's so much to get to on this episode! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 18, 2021
Renato "Babalu" Sobral discusses fighting Fedor Emelianenko, getting cut from the UFC, winning the Strikeforce 205 lb. title, his current physical challenges, and more!
On the show today, it's former Strikeforce light heavyweight champion Renato "Babalu" Sobral! The controversial competitor details his early MMA career, including taking on Fedor, getting into the UFC, his submission win over David Heath that got him cut from the organization, as well as beating Bobby Southworth for the Strikeforce light heavyweight belt. In addition, Babalu discusses his current physical condition, including losing vision in one eye. It's an honest discussion, and Babalu holds nothing back. Don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Thu, January 14, 2021
Bonus Episode: Duane "Bang" Ludwig discusses Bruce Lee, training with Bas Rutten, knocking out Jens Pulver, Strikeforce, and more!
Surprise...it's a special bonus episode! Today's special chat features a discussion with Duane "Bang" Ludwig, and we delve into Bruce Lee's influence, his early knockout of Jens Pulver that launched him into the national MMA consciousness, joining Strikeforce, getting "Payback" against Sammy Morgan, and more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 11, 2021
"Strikeforce: Destruction" - November 21, 2008..."Hands of Steel" turns the lights out, Luke Rockhold shows his skills, and "Bang" conquers "Thugjitsu"
On this week's episode, it's time for "Destruction," as Strikeforce features the hexagon debuts of "Hands of Steel" Scott Smith as well as "Babalu" Sobral in memorable scraps. Smith knocks out Terry Martin in brutal fashion, while "Babalu" captures the Strikeforce light heavyweight title in a controversial doctor stoppage win over Bobby Southworth. In addition, "Bang" Ludwig and Yves Edwards tangle, Joe "Diesel" Riggs get a big win, and future champ Luke Rockhold makes a statement. There's tons to get to...join us as we dive in! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, January 04, 2021
UFC HOFer Frank Trigg on the Matt Hughes fights, Chael Sonnen, competing in Strikeforce, and more
It's an absolute barnburner of an episode to kick off the new year, as we connect with UFC Hall of Famer Frank Trigg! Our conversation is packed, with hot takes on fighters like Matt Hughes and Chael Sonnen, as well as a deep dive into Trigg's lone Strikeforce fight. We also discuss Trigg's many other interests, including refereeing, film stunt work, sailing, scuba diving, and so much more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 28, 2020
"Strikeforce: Payback" - October 3, 2008...Frank Trigg, Michelle Waterson, and the rematch between Duane "Bang" Ludwig and Sammy Morgan
On this week's episode, MMA legend Frank Trigg and then-rising star "The Karate Hottie" Michelle Waterson fight for the only time inside the hexagon as we cover "Strikeforce: Payback." There are few Strikeforce regulars on this card, but we do see some very entertaining action, including a brutal throwdown between Billy Evangelista and Luke Caudillo, as well as a nasty liver shot TKO in the main event. There's lots to dissect...join us as we delve into this memorable Strikeforce card! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 21, 2020
UFC/Bellator/Strikeforce vet Trevor Prangley discusses MMA tournaments, rematches, Bodog, and more
On this week's episode, we're going old school as we catch up with multi-time MMA champion and UFC/Bellator/Strikeforce veteran "The South African Hammer" Trevor Prangley! We discuss his time inside the hexagon, including the "Four Men Enter, One Man Survives" one-night tournament, fighting Anthony Ruiz twice, what it was like to compete at the Playboy mansion, taking on "Babalu" Sobral, and more. All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 14, 2020
"Strikeforce: At the Mansion II" - September 20, 2008
Strikeforce makes its return to the Playboy Mansion, and for the final time, as we cover "Strikeforce: At the Mansion II." It's another of the promotion's "one-off" shows, featuring fewer of the regular roster than normal. We see the Strikeforce debuts of former Pride FC stars Mitsuhiro Ishida and Kazuo Misaki, as well as the returns of Trevor Prangley and Joe "Diesel" Riggs. In addition, UFC vet Terry Martin makes a statement inside the hexagon, and newly-minted lightweight champ Josh "The Punk" Thomson fights in a non-title bout! We cover some fun fights and controversial finishes on this episode...don't miss it! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, December 07, 2020
Longtime Strikeforce vet Anthony "Antdawg" Figueroa on the psyche of a fighter, dealing with wins and losses, and more
On this week's episode, it's something a bit different, as we present an intriguing look into the mindset of a fighter, including how they deal with winning streaks, losing streaks, losing twice to the same fighter, overcoming physical limitations, and more, as we welcome longtime Strikeforce veteran Anthony "Antdawg" Figueroa to the show! A protege of Cung Le, and current well-respected coach, Figueroa competed inside the hexagon multiple times, so he's able to shed unique light on the inner workings of what makes an MMA fighter. All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @TheHexagonPod . You can also reach the hosts at phil@insidethehexagon.com . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 30, 2020
"Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson" - June 27, 2008
The long-awaited lightweight title match has arrived! It's "Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Thomson," which features Strikeforce 155 lb. kingpin "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez defending the strap against top challenger Josh "The Punk" Thomson. Drawing over seven thousand fans in San Jose, the fight delivered on all levels, and was probably the crowning achievement in Thomson's career. Also on the event, current Bellator star Raymond Daniels makes his MMA debut, Bobby Southworth puts the Strikeforce light heavyweight title on the line, and more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Figure Four Weekly Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 23, 2020
MMA legend Cung Le discusses breaking Frank Shamrock's arm, moving to MMA from kickboxing, the UFC, and more!
On this week's episode, we chat with Strikeforce legend Cung Le! We dive into his transition from kickboxing to MMA, winning the Strikeforce middleweight title, heading to the UFC, and more. In addition, we walk through his all-time classic scrap with Frank Shamrock for the 185 lb. title, talking about when he broke Frank's arm, and gaining confidence as the fight wore on. Don't miss this intriguing discussion! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 16, 2020
"Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Le" - March 29, 2008
It's finally here..."Shamrock vs. Le" for the Strikeforce middleweight title! In one of the most entertaining fights ever to take place inside the hexagon, Frank and Cung put on a scrap for the ages...and we're diving into all the details before, during, and after this awesome event. Also on the card, Gilbert Melendez defends his lightweight title, Joey Villasenor gets a very memorable KO, and more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, November 09, 2020
Interview with MMA Junkie Radio's "Gorgeous" George Garcia
On this week's episode, we welcome special guest "Gorgeous" George Garcia of MMA Junkie Radio! We cover a plethora of topics, focusing on the influence of Strikeforce talent on the UFC and Bellator. George also shares stories on the original Playboy Mansion show, how he learned the UFC was acquiring Strikeforce, Nick Diaz's response to his hospital fight with Joe Riggs, and more! If you're a fan of MMA history, make sure you don't miss this! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Thu, November 05, 2020
Bonus Episode: Interview with MMA Legend Bas Rutten
It's our 2nd-ever bonus episode! On today’s special show, UFC Hall of Famer Bas Rutten joins us to discuss a wide array of topics, including his thoughts on Strikeforce's place in MMA history, having dinner with Bob Sapp, the fury of Fedor, and Mike Tyson! It's a great conversation...you won't want to miss this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast #MikeTyson #Boxing
Mon, November 02, 2020
"Strikeforce: At the Dome" - February 23, 2008
Bob "The Beast" Sapp has arrived, and it's going to be nothing but pain...for him, and MMA fans the world over! That's right...on this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh must unpack a, well, very bad MMA show: "Strikeforce: At the Dome." Jorge Masvidal makes his second appearance in the Hexagon, but beyond that, there's not a whole lot to smile about on this card. So...join us (and help us?) while we confront the onslaught of ugly found at this event! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 26, 2020
Interview with Strikeforce Middleweight Tournament Winner Jorge Santiago
On this week's episode, we dive in with UFC/Strikeforce/Sengoku veteran Jorge Santiago! It's an intriguing conversation on training for a one-night tournament, how a fighter deals with losing, what promotions are looking for from athletes today, and more. In addition, we discuss Jorge's brutal finishes of Sean Salmon and Trevor Prangley during "Four Men Enter, One Man Survives"...you won't want to miss this enlightening discussion! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 19, 2020
"Strikeforce: Four Men Enter, One Man Survives" - November 16, 2007
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh dissect Strikeforce's "Four Men Enter, One Man Survives" event, which featured the crowning of the promotion's first heavyweight champion in Alistair Overeem, as well as the first sanctioned MMA tournament in California history. UFC vet Jorge Santiago ran through the tournament, earning two brutal stoppage victories, and Cung Le took the next step in his evolution into a full-fledged MMA star. Don't miss this one! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Tapology, Sherdog, MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 12, 2020
Interview with Strikeforce/UFC/Bellator Veteran Joe "Diesel" Riggs
On this week's episode, we catch up with longtime MMA veteran Joe "Diesel" Riggs! We dive into the crazy hospital fight with Nick Diaz, punching a bird backstage at the Playboy Mansion event, how it feels to beat up an opponent in front of his son, and what "Diesel" is up to today. You won't want to miss this intriguing chat! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, October 05, 2020
"Strikeforce: Playboy Mansion" - September 29, 2007
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh discuss what may have been the worst event in Strikeforce history, which happened on September 29, 2007 at the venerable Playboy Mansion in Beverly Hills, California. Featuring some big names like Gilbert Melendez, Josh Thomson, Joe Riggs, and Jorge Masvidal, one would expect the card to feature fireworks. But, while some of the action was great, several mismatches marred the card, as did the commentary. Fighters on drugs and steroids, commentators going into business for themselves, Hugh Hefner, Playboy Playmates as ring girls...this event was a smorgasbord of questionable decisions. Don't miss this episode as we delve into it all! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Sherdog, Tapology, MMAWeekly.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 28, 2020
Interview with MMA Legend Frank Shamrock
On this week's episode, we connect with "The Legend" Frank Shamrock! Shamrock talks about Strikeforce being built on his shoulders, his relationship with EliteXC, fighting Gracies, tearing up his knee before his fight with Phil Baroni, his masterful performance against the NYBA, the aftermath, and much more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, Tapology.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Thu, September 24, 2020
Bonus Episode: Interview with Longtime Bloody Elbow Journalist John S. Nash
Surprise...it’s our very first bonus episode! On today’s special show, longtime MMA journalist and Bloody Elbow writer John S. Nash drops some knowledge on the rise and fall of EliteXC, the promotion’s partnership with Strikeforce, Frank Shamrock’s relationship with both promotions, that penultimate EliteXC event featuring Kimbo Slice and Seth Petruzelli, and so much more! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMAWeekly.com, MMAJunkie.com, MMAFighting.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 21, 2020
"Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Baroni" - June 22, 2007
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh discuss one of the biggest events in Strikeforce history, "Shamrock vs. Baroni," which took place in San Jose, California on June 22, 2007. The simmering feud between Frank Shamrock and Phil Baroni would finally come to a head, and with the vacant Strikeforce middleweight title on the line, it was to be an all-out barnburner. We discuss the pro wrestling-style build-up, a forced partnership with EliteXC, Frank training and fighting with a torn-up knee, brutal KOs, failed drug tests, fighters getting arrested...you don't want to miss this show! All our links can be found here: https://podfollow.com/inside-the-hexagon/view . Download and subscribe, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Also, please don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Sherdog, Tapology, MMAWeekly.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, September 14, 2020
Interview with Former Strikeforce Light Heavyweight Champion Bobby Southworth
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," we chat with the first-ever Strikeforce light heavyweight champion, Bobby Southworth! Known for his very memorable time on the very first season on The Ultimate Fighter, Southworth was part of a cast that included Forrest Griffin, Stephan Bonnar, Mike Swick, Diego Sanchez, Josh Koschek, Chris Leben, Kenny Florian, and others. The former champ delves into launching the BJJ program at American Kickboxing Academy, his ill-fated Strikeforce bout with James "The Sandman" Irvin (where the cage door flew open during the fight), his title win over Vernon "Tiger" White, his time on TUF, and more. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com
Mon, September 07, 2020
"Strikeforce: Triple Threat" - December 8, 2006
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh discuss "Triple Threat," which took place in San Jose, California on December 8, 2006. Strikeforce's fourth event showcased three title bouts, including a main event of UFC vets Bobby Southworth and Vernon "Tiger" White locking horns forth the inaugural Strikeforce light heavyweight title. Also fighting on the card would be Cung Le, Josh Thomson, and Gina Carano. We discuss all this on this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon!" Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Sherdog, Tapology, MMAWeekly.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 31, 2020
Interview with Legendary Trainer and AKA Founder Javier Mendez
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," we chat with American Kickboxing Academy Founder Javier Mendez. One of the greatest trainers in MMA history, Mendez has coached fighters such as Daniel Cormier, Khabib Nurmagomedov, Cain Velasquez, Luke Rockhold, Cung Le, Frank Shamrock, and so many more. We discuss Javier's kickboxing career, his relationship with Scott Coker, training Frank Shamrock, the early days of Strikeforce, Cain Velasquez's first MMA fight, and more. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 31, 2020
Interview with American Kickboxing Academy Founder Javier Mendez
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," we chat with American Kickboxing Academy founder and world class trainer Javier Mendez! We delve into his longstanding friendship with Scott Coker, training Frank Shamrock, the early days of Strikeforce, getting Cung Le ready for a title shot, Cain Velasquez, and much more! Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com
Mon, August 24, 2020
"Strikeforce: Tank vs. Buentello" - October 7, 2006
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh discuss "Tank vs. Buentello," which took place in Fresno, California on October 7, 2006. Strikeforce's third event featured a main event of "The Headhunter" Paul Buentello clashing with UFC legend Tank Abbott in a fight sure to end in a knockout (it did). Also on the card, Josh "The Punk" Thomson took on Duane "Bang" Ludwig, and "Live Wire" Jason Von Flue, the man who made the "Von Flue choke" popular (but didn't invent it), made his Strikeforce debut. Also, future UFC heavyweight kingpin Cain Velasquez made his MMA debut! We discuss all this, as well as the Strikeforce debut of "Cabbage" Correira that never happened, on this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon." Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Sherdog, Tapology, MMAWeekly.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 17, 2020
Interview with Two-Time Former Strikeforce Lightweight Champion "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," we chat with former WEC lightweight champion and two-time Strikeforce lightweight champion "El Nino" Gilbert Melendez. One of the cornerstones of the promotion, Melendez discusses his formative years in MMA, his relationship with Jake Shields, winning the WEC belt, the first two Strikeforce events, his title win over Clay Guida, and more. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Tapology Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 10, 2020
"Strikeforce: Revenge" - June 9, 2006
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," Phil and Josh cover Strikeforce's sophomore event effort, "Revenge." This event was originally supposed to feature Kevin "The Monster" Randleman taking on Vitor Belfort in the main event, but medical issues took out the former UFC heavyweight kingpin. Instead, Alistair Overeem battled Belfort in a rematch of a previous Pride FC bout. Also on the card, Gilbert Melendez faced Clay Guida for the Strikeforce lightweight championship, and Cung Le looked to vanquish another for from his kickboxing days in experienced fighter Brian Warren. And who could forget one of MMA's most unlucky moments, which came when Bobby Southworth and James "The Sandman" Irvin crashed through an unsecured cage door just seconds into their fight! Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: Sherdog, Tapology Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Mon, August 03, 2020
Interview with Strikeforce Founder Scott Coker
On this week's episode of "Inside the Hexagon," we chat with Strikeforce Founder/CEO and current Bellator President Scott Coker. The man responsible for "Shamrock vs. Gracie" discusses putting the event together, the long road it took to get MMA legalized in California, and what his original plans for the main event were (hint: it involved a Japanese legend). In addition, Coker discusses transitioning from kickboxing, the indomitable Frank Shamrock, how Cowboy Cerrone saved Strikeforce, the rise of Cung Le, and much more. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support. Sources: MMA Weekly, MMA Junkie, Sherdog Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
Tue, July 28, 2020
"Strikeforce: Shamrock vs. Gracie" - March 10, 2006
March 10, 2006...that's where it all began. On that date, the first-ever sanctioned MMA event in California history took place as future Strikeforce lightweight champion Gilbert Melendez established himself as the fighter to watch in the 155 lb. division, Cung Le made his MMA debut, Clay Guida won his only major MMA championship to date, and Frank Shamrock defended the family name against Cesar Gracie. With over 18,000 screaming fans in attendance, Strikeforce arrived on the national MMA scene with a bang. It was only the beginning. In the first episode of "Inside the Hexagon," host/producer Phil Lanides, along with co-host Josh Molina, walks through the backstory, lead-up, fights, and the aftermath that made up "Shamrock vs. Gracie." Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Instagram and Twitter... @InsidetheHexagonPod . Don't forget to rate and review! We appreciate your support! Sources: MMA Weekly, The-Oratory.com, Tapology.com Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
S1 E3 · Sun, July 19, 2020
"Inside the Hexagon" - Preview
Officially debuting on Monday, July 27th, "Inside the Hexagon" will bring you the story of Strikeforce, the innovative fight promotion that left a lasting mark on the sport of mixed martial arts. Daniel Cormier, Ronda Rousey, Amanda Nunes, Cris Cyborg, Cung Le, Gilbert Melendez, Josh Thomson, Frank Shamrock, Tyron Woodley, Nick Diaz, King Mo...the list of MMA superstars that got their start, made their name, or cemented their legacy inside the hexagon is long and impressive. Subscribe wherever you get your podcasts, and connect with us on Twitter and Instagram: @InsideTheHexagon . And don't forget to rate and review. We appreciate your support! Special thanks to Joseph McDade for our theme song: www.josephmcdade.com #Strikeforce #UFC #Bellator #MMA #Podcast
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