Unrestricted With DreRawka

Send us Fan Mail R&B is taking over Halloween night in Salt Lake City, but is the DJ and nightlife industry changing forever? 🎧🔥 On Episode 439 of The Unrestricted Podcast, host DreRawka welcomes special guests DJs Kuya and Joune to the studio for a conversation about music, nightlife, DJ culture, and the future of entertainment. Kuya and Joune stop by to discuss their upcoming event, R&...

Send us Fan Mail On Episode 438 of The Unrestricted Podcast, DreRawka sits down with Fierce Fighting Championship and Front Street Fights Flyweight Champion Mauro Gutierrez as he prepares for his next title defense. Mauro is set to defend his Fierce FC Flyweight Championship against a familiar opponent — Juancamilo Ronderos, the man who defeated Mauro two years ago. Now the circumstances are diffe...

Send us Fan Mail On Episode 437 of The Unrestricted Podcast, host DreRawka sits down with teammates Talon Carvalho and Brody Gourson to talk about two very different stages of their MMA journeys — one beginning his professional career and the other building momentum through the amateur ranks. Talon Carvalho recently made his professional Featherweight MMA debut at Fierce Fighting Championship 52,...

Send us Fan Mail Two Utah fighters. Two championship journeys. One goal: make a name in Utah MMA. On Episode 436 of The Unrestricted Podcast , amateur MMA fighters Jake Garriott and Hunter Birdsley talk championship opportunities, ambition, and the rapidly growing Utah combat sports scene. Jake joins us fresh off capturing the Crown Fighting Championship Amateur Featherweight Title and explains wh...

Send us Fan Mail On this episode of The Unrestricted Podcast , we're joined by Maria Hernandez and her husband and training partner, Daniel Hernandez , as Maria prepares for the biggest moment of her boxing career—her professional debut on September 12, 2026 , against Jocelyn Sanchez at Rogue Valley Rumble 16 inside the Ko-Kwel Casino Resort in Medford, Oregon. Born in Durango, Mexico , Maria...

Send us Fan Mail History is being made in the 801. On this special episode of The Unrestricted Podcast, we're joined by the artists who are helping shape the future of Utah hip-hop as we preview 801 Fest, taking place Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Venue801 in Kearns, Utah. This isn't just another concert—it's a movement. For the first time, some of the strongest voices from Utah&apos...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 433 of The Unrestricted Podcast, host Dre Rawka sits down with Alex EZ Comedy — a creative force out of Ogden, Utah known for his viral comedy skits, music, and as the host of the Primo Talks Podcast. But this episode goes much deeper than content. Alex opens up about his powerful and emotional life story — being adopted at the age of 3, coming from Mexico, moving to Ut...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 432 of The Unrestricted Podcast , host Dre Rawka welcomes back Zack Partridge for an in-depth conversation covering everything happening in Utah combat sports. Zack gives an update on his upcoming professional boxing debut , discusses the possibility of stepping into a new arena of combat sports, and shares what excites him most about this next chapter in his career. We...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 431 of The Unrestricted Podcast, host Dre Rawka is joined by two rising combat sports athletes — Marco Sanchez and Chris Ventura, representing Rise Boxing, Classic Fight Team, and Agema Jiu Jitsu. Marco breaks down his upcoming headlining fight at Fierce Fighting Championship 48, what it means to be in the main event spotlight, and the preparation it takes to perform at...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 430 of The Unrestricted Podcast , host Dre Rawka welcomes back Zack Partridge — MMA fighter, matchmaker, and one of the driving forces behind Fierce Fighting Championship — to break down the first 90 days of Fierce FC’s 2026 season. Zack gives an inside look at how the year has started, including his thoughts on the current amateur and professional roster , rising fight...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Unrestricted Podcast , host Dre Rawka sits down with Utah Pro Heavyweight MMA fighter Kent Mafileo for a real and honest conversation about the next chapter of his career. Kent opens up about his one-year suspension, what he learned during that time away from competition, and the mindset he’s bringing back into the fight game. We also dive into his thoughts...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 428 of The Unrestricted Podcast, host Dre Rawka sits down with Pro MMA Fighter Mauro Gutierrez as he prepares for one of the biggest fights of his career — a Title Fight at Fierce Fighting Championship’s 10-Year Anniversary Show on March 7th, 2026, at the historic Salt Lake Masonic Temple. A California native who made the move to Utah, Mauro has quickly built a name for...

Send us Fan Mail In Episode 427 of The Unrestricted Podcast, host Dre Rawka sits down with special guest Josiah Simpson — a husband, father of three, United States Marine Corps veteran, and professional Middleweight MMA fighter with his eyes locked on one goal: making it to the UFC. Josiah opens up about what it’s really like balancing the grind of being a family man while chasing greatness in com...

Send us Fan Mail In this Patreon-exclusive episode of The Unrestricted Podcast, I sit down with recording artist Cuevas (aka High Socks)for a real, no-fluff conversation about making money as an independent artist in the digital age. Cuevas breaks down exactly how he leveraged TikTok and social media to turn music into a six-figure income, and what strategies actually worked versus what didn’t. Th...

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of The Unrestricted Podcast, host Dre Rawka sits down with author Amber Washington to celebrate the upcoming release of the audiobook version of her powerful memoir, “(W)hole: My Journey to W,” dropping January 17th on major platforms. Amber talks about why bringing her story to audio was such an important step, what it meant to give voice to her own healin...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Unrestricted Podcast , host Dre Rawka sits down with Utah’s #1 Bantamweight fighter, Joel Haro , fresh off his impressive victory over Owen Robinett . Joel breaks down the fight, sharing what it took to secure the win, the mindset he carried into the cage, and the lessons learned from the matchup. We also talk about what it means for him to be named 2025 Pro...

Send us Fan Mail Day 12 of the 12 Days of Podsmas — and the final episode of this year’s series — is a personal, reflective close to an incredible run. In this episode, I take a step back and share my perspective on the year , the lessons learned, the growth, the challenges, and the moments that shaped me. I talk about what I want to focus on next year , the ideas I want to build, the risks I’m re...

Send us Fan Mail Day 11 of the 12 Days of Podsmas brings the homies Jos and Jos Beefy from the Beanzzz & Rice Show into the studio for a creative, funny, and culture-filled episode. We dive into everything they’ve been making lately — from clothing to ceramics , paintings , and even the holiday favorite Coquito that they’ve been perfecting. The Beanzzz & Rice crew stays creating, and this...

Send us Fan Mail Day 10 of the 12 Days of Podsmas shines a spotlight on community, generosity, and Utah pride. We talk about the Smith Entertainment Group’s “Pay It Forward” initiative , an incredible movement aimed at uplifting Utah residents during the holidays and beyond. With support from the Utah Jazz and the brand-new Utah Mammoth NHL team , SEG is helping families, boosting local causes, an...

Send us Fan Mail Day 9 of the 12 Days of Podsmas is packed with holiday stories, community highlights, and seasonal conversations. We kick things off talking about The Merchants of Joy, a brand-new Prime Video Original Christmas movie, and how it fits into this year’s lineup of festive films. We also get into Christmas scams — the red flags to watch out for, the new tricks that pop up every season...

Send us Fan Mail Day 8 of the 12 Days of Podsmas is all about community, compassion, and the power of giving back. In this episode, we talk about the upcoming Road Home Mediathon and highlight the incredible work the Road Home organization does for individuals and families experiencing homelessness in Utah. We discuss the importance of shelters, outreach programs, community support, and the life-c...

Send us Fan Mail Day 7 of the 12 Days of Podsmas brings two DJs into the studio — DJ Bangarang and DJ Will Wonder — for an episode full of laughs, stories, and real DJ talk. We dive into the Utah nightlife scene, the evolution of DJ culture, what’s changed over the years, and what still makes the DJ community special here. Bangarang and Wonder share their experiences from behind the booth, from wi...

Send us Fan Mail Day 6 of the 12 Days of Podsmas dives straight into culture, trends, and the big shift we’re seeing in 2025. I talk about the Beta Generation — the young kids setting the tone for what’s cool again. From fashion to music to how they use technology, they’re swinging the pendulum in a whole new direction… and honestly, it’s refreshing. We get into the whole idea of dumb phones makin...

Send us Fan Mail Day 5 of the 12 Days of Podsmas is another solo episode — just me kicking it with the listeners and sharing what’s been going on. I talk about my excitement for the FINAL installment of Stranger Things, dropping on Christmas Day, and what this show has meant over the years. I get into my family Christmas party — the love, laughs, kids running around, good food, good energy, and th...

Send us Fan Mail Day 4 of the 12 Days of Podsmas is a special solo episode — just me and you. No guest, no interruptions, just real talk. This morning I stopped by my friend Sean’s shop, Boogie Down Barbershop, and the visit hit me in a way I didn’t expect. Seeing someone you grew up with own a business, create a space for community, and take risks on himself… it’s motivating. It’s inspiring. It’s...