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
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Friday Jul 28, 2023
Which Brawl in the Burgh 17 fighter took home the Strip District Meats Bucks?
There's no doubt about it: Brawl in the Burgh 17 featured several bonus-worthy performances. But somebody's gotta win.
Or somebodies. Just saying. Things got a little wild in the 247 Studio with this announcement.
But let's be fair here. Did you see Brawl in the Burgh 17? So many knockouts. So many submissions. So many standout performances. If you haven't watched it, you should do that now:
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Once you've taken in all the action, think about which fighter you think deserves a post-fight bonus from the good people at Strip District Meats.
Then watch our latest podcast to see if we agreed. This one ruled, friends. Snag a beverage, cozy up, and enjoy.
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Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Tuesday Jul 18, 2023
Sprawl in the Burgh and Brawl in the Burgh 17 delivered.
Big time.
These events carried insane expectations –– 247 Fighting Championships' first cage grappling event, first back-to-back grappling-MMA show, etc. etc.
They met them all.
Nah, scratch that. They exceeded them all.
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From the first matchup Friday at Sprawl in the Burgh to the final bell Saturday at Brawl in the Burgh 17, these athletes and teams delivered action-packed showdown after action-packed showdown, bringing the Monroeville Convention Center crowd to its feet.
Yeah, it ruled. And there was plenty to discuss in the aftermath.
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You're going to want to snag a beverage and settle in for this one, friends.
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Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Wednesday Jul 12, 2023
Cam Allgeier and Darren Cassidy were on fire inside the 247 Studio.
From lightsaber battles to Disney soap to Ethan Goss' recent training habits, the Gorilla House products could not be stopped.
Here's the thing: Allgeier faces a tough challenge Saturday, July 15, at Brawl in the Burgh 17 when he faces undefeated amateur Lucas Seibert (4-0) for the vacant ammy featherweight title.
But you'd never know it by listening to the podcast. Allgeier is loose. He's confident. He's in his element.
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That fight is going to absolutely rule –– just like this podcast.
You're going to want to snag a beverage and settle in for this one, friends.
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Friday Jul 07, 2023
Friday Jul 07, 2023
Sprawl in the Burgh is going to rule, friends.
Those aren't just our words, either.
That's coming from the Mat Factory's Selina Jo Vith and Stout PGH's Jess Elizabeth, too. These two blue belts face some seriously tough challenges in Julianna Aguilar and Kylee Cipolla (respectively) Friday, July 14, inside the Monroeville Convention Center at our first-ever cage grappling event.
They join the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast ahead of those showdowns to discuss it all.
And, oh my, was that fun.
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These two break down their super fights and so much more in studio –– and the results are kinda glorious. Snag a beverage and settle in.
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Friday Jun 30, 2023
Friday Jun 30, 2023
Justin 'The General' Patton knows the drill.
MMA is a brutal game, and there's no survival without consistency.
That just so happens to be Patton's strong suit. Riding a three-fight winning streak, Patton currently finds himself locked into a scrap Saturday, July 15, at Brawl in the Burgh 17 with his toughest test to date: Undefeated pro featherweight Kyle Zimick.
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Ahead of that fight, the Mat Factory Wrestling club standout joins the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast to break down his MMA journey –– and beyond –– in full.
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Tuesday Jun 20, 2023
Jamie Bryant doesn't dream small.
Never has.
The Devotion Kickboxing Club owner has seen quite a bit throughout his journey, and now he's looking to change the combat sports scene in Fayette County –– and beyond.
Lofty goals? You bet.
But remember what we said: Jamie Bryant doesn't dream small. And there are plenty of reasons why he believes in himself and his crew every step of the way.
This conversation goes everywhere, friends.
Watch it on stream247live.com or download the 247 Live app for Roku, Apple TV, and iOS (that's the move).
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Friday Jun 16, 2023
Friday Jun 16, 2023
Isaac Greeley is a Pittsburgh legend.
And he's facing a UFC legend Friday, July 14, at Sprawl in the Burgh.
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Greeley –– a standout Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, owner of the Mat Factory Wrestling Club, 247 Fighting Championships Hall of Famer, and all-around remarkable human being –– joined the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast to break the news of this matchup and so much more.
This conversation goes everywhere, friends. If you're involved or interested in the Pittsburgh combat sports scene at all, it's must-watch programming.
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Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Miguel Francisco and Lucas Seibert are seeing gold.
The Stout PGH fighters and roommates will be busy Saturday, July 15, at 247 Fighting Championships: Brawl in the Burgh 17.
Francisco (4-2) battles Temple MMA's Jake Wiggins (3-2) for the 247 FC amateur bantamweight title, while Seibert (4-0) takes on former 247 FC champion Cam Allgeier (6-1) for the 247 FC amateur featherweight title one fight later.
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Like we said, they're going to be busy at Brawl in the Burgh 17.
For Francisco and Seibert though, the scope of their careers extends beyond July 15's show. Well beyond.
Tap into the show to hear their thoughts on the past, present, and future of their careers. Of course, there's a healthy dose of fun mixed in, too. You'll see.
Sure, the show's available on any computer or phone, but you can also watch via the 247 Live app on Roku, Apple TV, and iOS.
We recommend the apps. Just search "247 Live," download, and enjoy!
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Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Wednesday Jun 07, 2023
Taylor Cahill isn't exactly shy.
At all.
Recently, the undefeated Indio Dojo/the Shop fighter strolled into the 247 Studio for an episode of the Pittsburgh Combat Sports Podcast. Some gold ensued.
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Cahill returns to the cage June 23 at Unified MMA 51, where he takes on the 1-0 Mohamed Ado. But as you'll hear throughout the podcast, Cahill has no plans to stop there. He's looking far into the future –– and he sees greatness on the horizon.
Tap into the show to find out where this confidence comes from and so much more.
Sure, it's available on any computer or phone, but you can also watch via the 247 Live app on Roku, Apple TV, and iOS.
We recommend the apps. Just search "247 Live," download, and enjoy!
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Tuesday Jun 06, 2023
Chris Dempsey wants your neck.
The Mat Factory Wrestling Club black belt is a force on the mats, and now he has a chance to add another scalp to his mantel Friday, July 14, at Sprawl in the Burgh.
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But that won't be easy. At all.
Dempsey faces Adamas Jiu Jitsu stud Brad Schneider in a 10-minute, 195-pound submission-only showdown. He's just a little more hyped about the occasion, too.
Tap into the show now to hear his thoughts on this matchup and the future of submission grappling as a whole. Oh, there's some Gordon Ryan/steroid talk as well. And Dempsey has some thoughts on that front.
You're gonna like this one. Promise.
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