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CEO Ian Munzberger and Chief Client Officer Martin Healy from Combat Sports Group joined Fight Capital to talk about memorable partnerships with athletes and property rights holders like the UFC. Combat Sports Group guides talent, brands, and investors through transformational growth in the combat sports market using their unparalleled sports partnerships. Ian is a seasoned combat sports business...

Mitchell Chamale is an accomplished combat sports athlete and co-founder of ⁠⁠Combat Night⁠⁠ : straight from the heart of Florida and recognized as one of the top regional promotions in the United States. In addition to his indomitable entrepreneurial spirit, Mitchell boasts an impressive professional record of 8 wins and 3 losses. He has been an integral part of the MMA community, contributing to...

Elthon Costa is a distinguished labor, employment, and sports lawyer hailing from Brazil. With specializations in Sports Law and Civil Procedural Law, his nuanced understanding of numerous combat sports helps him delve into the deep intersection of law and sports. He is also an author writing on several different topics across sports and law. During our conversation, he spends time demystifying th...

Stu Morgan is the CEO of Suppology, a brand synonymous with athletic recovery and performance. He has not only carved a niche for himself in the highly competitive world of nutritional supplements but is also contributing to the world of combat sports. A passionate advocate for athletic recovery and performance, Stu has championed the use of CBD as a powerful anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving c...

Nathan "Carnage" Corbett is a coach, speaker, and legendary figure in the world of Muay Thai, globally recognized for his unmatched elbow-striking style. He boasts an impeccable record as the only undefeated cruiserweight and heavyweight Muay Thai fighter in title fights under full Thai rules, earning him the unique moniker "The Man with the Golden Elbows." With 11 world title...

Dave Van Auken is a renowned combat sports analyst, host of the popular Dave Van Auken Show presented by Fight Bananas and Betting Bananas on Millions.co, and commentator for Gamebred Bareknuckle . His voice and insights have become synonymous with all things MMA and fight-related. Whether it's his weekly fight predictions, exclusive interviews, or trending news, David dives headfirst into the...

Fábio de Brito is the founder of Fight Analytics - a data-driven analytics company with real-time statistics, predictive models, and unique insights shaping the landscape of combat sports. Trusted in over 190 countries, they're the game-changers fuelling betting services, empowering data-driven products, and enhancing sports media content. Connect with Fábio on LinkedIn Follow Fight Analytics...

Liz "GirlRilla" Carmouche is the reigning Bellator Women's Flyweight World Champion and a venerable figure in the world of combat sports. Throughout her storied career, Liz has competed in some of the most prestigious fight promotions, etching her legacy in every ring. From headlining the first-ever UFC women's fight and contributing significantly to the sport's growth to cli...

Emmet Brennan is an Olympian and two-time Irish boxing champion. From beginning his boxing journey at 25 to pushing through a Covid-postponed tournament and finally clinching his spot at the Tokyo Olympics, Emmet's story is nothing short of remarkable. After a two-year break, he's gearing up for a much-anticipated pro debut on July 1st, 2023, in Belfast at the Close Encounters event, organ...

Brian Butler-Au is the founder and CEO of SuckerPunch Entertainment. Widely recognized as one of the top combat sports management companies, SuckerPunch Entertainment has helped change the game for athletes like Legend Jens Pulver, UFC Champion Jamahal Hill, Title Contenders Rose Namajunas and Weili Zhang, and hundreds more. Join us as we delve into Brian's advertising career transition, his brand...

Dr. Daniel Fine, PT, DPT, CSCS of Force Physical Therapy, specializes in Human Performance and Physical Therapy. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist that has spent time as a performance coach across several organizations where he had the opportunity to work with a wide variety of athletes, from youth to draft prep and professional. Since 2010, Force Physical Therapy has been the...

Eduardo "Balu" Vargas is the Co-Founder and CEO of Naciones MMA . Before his involvement with Naciones MMA, Balu was Vice President of LATAM Operations and Athlete Development for Combate Americas from 2016 to 2020. He played a vital role in expanding the organization into Mexico and Latin America. Additionally, as a black belt in Brazilian jiu-jitsu under the tutelage of MMA legend Jake...

Joe Cavallaro, better known as "Joe Cav," is a seasoned veteran of the MMA industry and a die-hard fight fan. In our talk, we explore Joe's fascinating tales from his early days of friendship with Dana White bell-hopping to his exciting foray into managing top-tier fighters and launching successful organizations like the former World Championship Fighting and the NOW Combat FC . List...

For Fight Capital Podcast #7, I had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. John Oliver, Director of Medical Education and Clinical Business Development at BioXcellerator. As a global pioneer in cell therapy, BioXcellerator is revolutionizing the treatment of sports injuries, spine and disc conditions, and degenerative diseases. Join us as we explore Dr. Oliver's journey, his current role at BioXcel...

Today, we're diving into the depths with the new Huntington Beach Bad Boy and BYB Extreme Lightweight Bare Knuckle Champion, Mark "The Shark" Irwin. Trained by former UFC star Ian "Uncle Creepy" McCall, Mark is geared up to make some serious waves. Stay tuned as we uncover the story behind the Shark, from his humble beginnings running collegiate track to his rise as a knock...

I'm thrilled to host another episode of Fight Capital today with Krista Juerling, a mental health counselor and performance coach at Speakstone Counseling and Consulting . Krista has a rich and varied background in athletics and performance, which is enhanced by her current practice of Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. She has firsthand insight into the rigorous demands that Mixed Martial Arts athletes fac...

Welcome back to Fight Capital! Today, I'm joined by MMA legend Ian McCall, whose career spans battles in the UFC and WEC. Ian has transitioned from the ring to aid fellow athletes through his new non-profit, Athlete's Journey Home, using plant medicine ceremonies and scientific studies to tackle brain injuries and inflammatory diseases. This stems from his work in sports medicine and perfo...

Welcome back to another episode of Fight Capital, your home for learning about the people who power the multifaceted business of combat sports. Today we're joined by the unstoppable Lydia Des Dolles. Lydia is not only Ireland's first female combat sports presenter covering media with companies like Virgin Media Sport and Matchroom Boxing but also the founder of the combat sports content ch...

Welcome to another episode of Fight Capital, where we talk about all things combat sports business. In this episode, I delved into the success story of Max "Pain" Griffin , the UFC Welterweight who is making an impact in the ring and out of it as he evolves his brand reach. Max drops some gems about "breaking" with Filth Bomb Breaks , turning the PTA into a networking tool, and...

Through candid admissions, humility, and a deep understanding of human nature, Eliot Marshall imparts invaluable life lessons that go beyond the confines of the dojo or gym. His conversation with Ryan Rapaport offers an insightful look into the mind of an individual who has managed to find a harmonious blend of martial arts, business acumen, and personal development. Join Eliot on his 4th Maui BJJ...