Dubbed the ”247 Combat Sports Podcast,” this show will be hosted by local MMA expert, fan, and reporter Hunter Homistek. Featuring some of Western PA‘s most notable figures — past, present, and future — the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast aims to highlight the local scene and bring attention to the many incredible athletes, gyms, trainers, and businessmen and women working tirelessly to establish Pittsburgh as a combat sports hub. There might be some laughs and wild behind-the-scenes stories along the way too. Watch the exclusive video podcast on stream247live.com and catch the audio version wherever you consume your podcasts.
Episodes
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Monday Nov 14, 2022
Meet (or meat?) the newest butcher in town, Fat Butcher's Steve Dawson.
Steve, a purple belt who trains at Stout PGH, just opened Fat Butcher in Lawrenceville, and he joins the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast to break down his journey in full. Buckle up.
Watch the full video right here on 247 Live or listen below.
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Wednesday Nov 09, 2022
Lucas Seibert is undefeated –– and he wants more.
So much more.
The 2-0 Stout PGH/Immortal Martial Arts product rocketed out of the gates in his MMA career, defeating Andy Ssutu at Brawl in the Burgh 12 (video here) then taking out Theodore Savitt at Brawl in the Burgh 14 (video here).
Now, it's time to get serious.
On the latest episode of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, Seibert describes his goals in detail. He's mapped out his journey, and his sights are set at the very top.
At the time of the recording, Seibert didn't have a fight booked, but he has since accepted a fighter against a 4-0 featherweight in Indiana.
As we said: Seibert is here for the challenge.
But what makes him so confident? How has he transitioned to MMA from collegiate wrestling so smoothly?
We answer all that and more.
Watch the full video right here on 247 Live or listen below.
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Friday Nov 04, 2022
Khama Worthy ain't quite done.
He's done with MMA. That much is true.
But is he done with fighting altogether? Probably not.
The UFC vet and longtime Pittsburgh MMA superstar Worthy joined the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast to discuss his next steps and so much more.
Boxing vs. Jake Paul? OK, don't say that (unless you want a Snickers thrown at your head).
But boxing in general?
Maybe. Just maybe.
Watch the full video right here on 247 Live or listen here.
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
Thursday Oct 27, 2022
The fight game is wild.
And that certainly extends to boxing.
On the latest edition of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships General Manager Hunter Homistek digs into the wild world of combat sports promotion with Integrity Fighter Management's Michael McSorley.
McSorley is a veteran of the game on all levels. He promotes fights (check out his next card Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows!). He manages fighters. He trains fighters.
And now he's in the 247 Studio to talk about the journey in full.
Enjoy the audio of the show below or watch the full video on 247 Live (or click the photo below).
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Monday Oct 24, 2022
Brawl in the Burgh 14 ruled.
Khama Worthy put on a Fight of the Night-worthy performance against Josh Rohler –– then left his gloves in the cage.
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On the latest edition of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships Matchmaker Jim Mooney, GM Hunter Homistek, and Owner Ryan Middleton break down everything that went down on that stacked fight card at the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows.
Besides the full fight card breakdown, they share some behind-the-scenes goodies as well, of course.
If you want to know what goes into fight night, here's your chance.
Oh, and they unleash a new challenge for the entire 247 FC crew. You're going to like this one (and its name). That's a promise.
Listen to the show embedded below or click the image to watch the full show on 247 Live.
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Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Wednesday Oct 19, 2022
Brawl in the Burgh 14 is almost. here. friends.
This fight card is just preposterously stacked from top to bottom –– and we're here for it. Saturday, Oct. 22, at the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows is going to be insane. That's a fact.
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On the latest edition of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships GM Hunter Homistek and Owner Ryan Middleton break down everything that makes this card a can't-miss affair.
There's plenty to talk about.
From Khama Worthy vs. Josh Rohler to the stacked pro portion of the fight card in general to the amateur beasts on the undercard, Brawl in the Burgh 14 promises to bring the heat early and often.
Ryan might sing, too. And talk about Hooters (the restaurant, obviously).
So yeah. There's that.
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Watch the podcast in full on stream247live.com by clicking this link or listen in the player embedded at the bottom of this post.
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Dalton Rosta is built different.
I don't just mean the fact he looks like a Gears of War character, either.
I mean the fact he doesn't touch alcohol. Won't smoke weed. Breaks down the science of his workouts with a master's precision.
His drive and his focus is on a different level, and throughout this podcast, you'll see and hear exactly what I mean.
Want to be the best? Get on Rosta's level.
He's 7-0 as a pro after a 7-0 amateur MMA career –– and none of that comes as a surprise after you listen to him speak.
He's a top-five middleweight in Bellator's middleweight division ... and it feels like he's only getting started.
Watch the podcast in full on stream247live.com by clicking this link or the image below or listen in the player embedded at the bottom of this post.
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
Tuesday Oct 04, 2022
Brawl in the Burgh 13 ruled.
From the stacked pro card to the amateur bangers, Brawl in the Burgh 13 brought the heat in full to the Monroeville Convention Center.
On the most edition of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, 247 Fighting Championships' Ryan Middleton, Jim Mooney, and Hunter Homistek break down everything that went down at the event.
That includes Ethan Goss' hard-fought title defense against Tobiaus Taylor.
And Justin Patton's best performance to date.
And Brett Pastore's insane grappling.
And so much more.
Oh, and they break a MAJOR fight announcement for Brawl in the Burgh 14, going down Oct. 22 at the Hollywood Casino at the Meadows, too.
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Not a bad way to break in that new studio, eh?
Listen to the show below or watch them riff right here on stream247live.com.
P.S. bookmark that site. It's the official home of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast, all our live events, and so much more moving forward.
Enjoy the show, friends.
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Khama Worthy is one of a kind.
Fact.
The Pittsburgh MMA legend returns to the cage Saturday, Oct. 22, at Brawl in the Burgh 14, where he faces a tough, tough test in Ohio's Josh Rohler.
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But Worthy is so much more than a fighter.
He joins 247 FC Owner Ryan Middleton and General Manager Hunter Homistek LIVE in the all-new 247 Studios in Bridgeville, PA, for an extensive chat.
They talk fighting (obviously). But they also talk poetry, clothing, modeling, and so much more. This one's all over the place.
Grab a beverage, and get ready to laugh.
Enjoy the show.
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Wednesday Sep 28, 2022
Nobody deserves this more than Isaac Greeley.
Saturday, Oct. 1, at Brawl in the Burgh 13, we're inducting the Mat Factory Wrestling Club legend into the 247 Fighting Championships Hall of Fame.
From his impact as a coach and a mentor to his neverending quest to better his athletes, Greeley truly is a one-of-a-kind figure in the Pittsburgh combat sports space.
Greeley's induction will take place during intermission this Saturday at #BitB13. Get your tickets to the show!
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If you're still not sold, listen to 247 FC Owner Ryan Middleton and General Manager Hunter Homistek discuss Greeley's credentials and his impact on the scene.
Making Greeley the inaugural inductee was a no-brainer.
Here's why.