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The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 197 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone came in for the Toe to Toe segment days before his upcoming UFC on FUEL TV fight against Jeremy Stephens. Pep was joined by ESPN and Sirius MMA and sports broadcaster Steve Cofield to break down UFC on FOX 3 and preview the big fights on the FUEL card.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 196 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland to recap preview UFC on FOX 3 and discuss all the breaking news surrounding this summer’s UFC schedule as well as Anheuser Busch’s recent concerns about various controversial comments by UFC fighters.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 195 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland to recap UFC 145 and discuss all the breaking news surrounding UFC 146 and 147, Sonnen/Silva 2 and more. Yahoo! Sports’ Kevin Iole then joined the show to talk about Overeem’s Nevada State Athletic Commission hearing where the Dutchman was put on the shelf for nine months.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 194 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland to recap UFC Sweden, preview UFC 145 and talk Overeem, Rampage, the potential for Silva/Sonnen to be moved stateside, the criticism of Ben Askren and more.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 193 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. In The Opening Round, Pep talked about the potential defense of UFC 146 Main Eventer Alistair Overeem when he appears in front of the NSAC to explain his failed drug test. In the Toe to Toe segment, former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion “Suga” Rashad Evans came in for an extended segment to talk about his upcoming title fight against division champion Jon Jones and to discuss Greg Jackson’s decision to corner Jones, Mike Winklejohn and more.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 192 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. In The Opening Round, Pep talked about the failed drug test of UFC 146 Main Eventer Alistair Overeem. In the Toe to Toe segment, we played encore highlights from Pep’s debate with retiring Assemblyman Bob Reilly on the legalization of mixed martial arts in New York.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 191 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by Vancouver Athletic Commissioner Jonathan Tweadle to talk about marijuana use in MMA, the Nick Diaz case and touch on TRT. Bellator Lightweight came in for the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his huge upset win over tournament favorite Patricky Freire and his upcoming bout with Rick Hawn.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 190 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland for our This Week in MMA segment. Top UFC Welterweight Jake Ellenberger came in for the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his huge win over Diego Sanchez, his upcoming fight with Martin Kampmann, his feelings on Carlos Condit waiting for GSP and on a rematch with the interim champion.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 189 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by CBS Radio’s Dave Farra to talk about the season debut of TUF 15 Live, Bellator’s Curran vs. Warren and the debut of a new segment with the major news and storylines this week in MMA. Top ranked UFC Flyweight Joseph Benavidez came in for the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his huge win over Yasuhiro Urushitani at UFC on FX 2, who should win the McCall vs. Johnson rematch and his thoughts on waiting for the winner. In the Closing Round, Farra rejoined Pep to talk about the drama surrounding Rampage Jackson and his request to be released from the UFC.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 188 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland to recap UFC on FX 2 and Strikeforce: Rousey vs. Tate in the Opening Rounds. Ryan Bader came in for the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his huge win over Rampage Jackson at UFC 144 and all the drama that took place before and after the fight. In the Closing Rounds, Pep was rejoined by Holland to discuss Rampage Jackson’s recent revelations that he started Testosterone Replacement Therapy weeks before UFC 144.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 187 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by CBS Radio’s Dave Farra to recap UFC 144 in the Opening Rounds. Anthony Pettis visited in the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his huge win over fellow lightweight Joe Lauzon at UFC 144 and responded to new UFC Lightweight Champion Benson Henderson’s statements that he isn’t next in line for a title shot.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 186 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland to preview UFC 144 in the Opening Round. Anthony Pettis visited in the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his upcoming lightweight fight against Joe Lauzon at UFC 144 on Saturday, February 25th in Saitama, Japan and live on Pay Per View. Bantamweight standout TJ Dillashaw also came in to talk with Pep about his dominant win over Walel Watson at UFC on FUEL 1 last week.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 185 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland to recap UFC on FUEL 1 in the Opening Round. Ryan Bader visited in the Toe to Toe segment to talk about his upcoming co-main event fight against Rampage Jackson at UFC 144 on Saturday, February 25th in Saitama, Japan and live on Pay Per View. In the Closing Round, Pep and Holland debated what the appropriate penalty for Nick Diaz’ failed drug test for marijuana should be.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 184 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Pep was joined by CBS Radio’s Dave Farra to recap UFC 143 in the Opening Round. Urijah Faber visited in the Toe to Toe segment to talk about the upcoming TUF on FX season where he will be coaching against UFC Bantamweight Champion Dominick Cruz before the two square off for the belt. Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson came in to discuss his standout KO of the Night performance at UFC 143 and his future in the UFC’s Welterweight Division.
February 2, 2012
Larry Pepe’s Pro MMA Radio will be broadcast on the American Forces Network on its main channel, The Voice, every Saturday at 5PM PST starting on February 11, 2012. The one-hour program will be the exclusive radio show on AFN covering the fastest growing sport in the world, mixed martial arts, complete with fighter interviews, industry news, event previews, recaps, analysis and more.
AFN Director Jef Reilly feels that Pepe’s show is a perfect fit for the network. “AFN is thrilled to have Larry and his Pro MMA Radio on board supplying our heroes overseas weekly information on everything MMA. MMA is wildly popular with our troops and we thank Pro MMA for its support of our valued and respected service-members.” For Pepe, the decision to be a part of AFN’s programming was an easy one. “I know that the servicemen and women of our armed forces are passionate about MMA…that’s something we share. The opportunity to provide a fast-paced, fun, informative MMA show to our heroes stationed in 178 countries around the world is an absolute honor.”
About AFN
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Since 1942, The American Forces Radio & Television Service (AFN) vision is to provide multi-channel broadcast quality radio and television services to all DoD members and their families stationed overseas, on contingency operations, and onboard Navy ships around the world. Today, AFN provides multiple television and stereo audio services to over 1,000 outlets in more than 178 countries and U.S. territories, and on board 150 U.S. Navy ships.
About Pro MMA Radio
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Created by Larry Pepe in 2008, Pro MMA Radio is a professional, weekly radio show devoted to covering and analyzing the sport of mixed martial arts. A Who’s Who of top fighters and world champions join Pepe on the show along with top industry experts and media members. The show has won several awards along with the recognition and acclaim of major publications, websites and personalities in the world of mixed martial arts.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 183 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. After a complete recap of UFC on FOX 2, we previewed UFC 143.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 182 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. After a complete recap of UFC on FX and preview of UFC on FOX 2.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 181 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. After a complete recap of UFC 142 and preview of UFC on FX, Nevada State Athletic Commission Executive Director Keith Kizer came in to talk instant replay, King Mo’s failed drug test, penalties for missing weight and and fence grabbing to stop takedowns.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 180 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. UFC Featherweight Title Challenger Chad Mendes came in for the Toe To Toe segment to talk about his upcoming title fight against Jose Aldo this weekend and more. In The Opening Round, MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland came in to preview UFC 140 and recap Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 179 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland joined Pep for a full UFC 141 recap as well as a preview of Strikeforce: Rockhold vs. Jardine.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 178 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland joined Pep for a full UFC 141 preview as well as a discussion of Miguel Torres’ reinstatement, the future for Strikeforce and Gilbert Melendez, Cyborg Santos, Duane Ludwig’s UFC record KO and more.
Happy New Year to all of our listeners and thanks to all of you for making 2011 a great year for the show!
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 177 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. New UFC division Flyweight frontrunner Joseph Benavidez came in for the Toe To Toe segment to talk about the newly formed division and much more. In The Opening Round, MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland came in for a full UFC 140 recap as well as a discussion of the Overeem drug test controversy, Miguel Torres’ UFC career-ending Tweet and a preview of this weekend’s title fights at Strikeforce: Melendez vs. Masvidal.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 176 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland came in for a full Ultimate Fighter Finale recap and a preview of this weekend’s UFC 140.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 175 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Ultimate Fighter Bantamweight TJ Dillishaw came in to talk about his fight this weekend at the TUF Finale in his attempt to become the first Bantamweight Ultimate Fighter Champion. TJ also talked about Team Alpha Male, teammates fighting teammates, Bisping, Mayhem and the fighter in the house that he would most want to punch in the face!
In The Opening Round, Pep previewed The Ultimate Fighter Finale and discussed some of the issues in MMA this week.
Season 14 Ultimate Fighter Bantamweight Finalist TJ Dillashaw headlines this week’s Pro MMA Radio as he prepares for the TUF Finale at The Pearl at the Palms Hotel in Las Vegas, Nevada. The event takes place on Saturday, December 3rd and will be broadcast on Spike TV. Dillashaw, a wrestling standout training out of Team Alpha Male, made it to the Finals will dominant wins over Roland Delorme and Dustin Pague. He will face the winner of this week’s semi-final fight between John Dodson and Johnny Bedford.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 174 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Newly crowned Bellator Lightweight Champion Michael Chandler came in to talk about his Fight of the Year candidate against perennial top 5 lightweight Eddie Alvarez that saw Chandler upset Alvarez and take the belt while preserving his undefeated 9-0 record.
In The Opening Round, Pep recapped the amazing UFC 139 event and an incredible weekend in mixed martial arts.
Newly crowned Bellator Lightweight Champion Michael Chandler joins Pro MMA Radio fresh off his title-winning victory over Eddie Alvarez in one of the best fights of the year. Chandler, still undefeated at 9-0, trains out of Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, Nevada.
In The Opening Round, Pep recapped UFC 139, headlined by another Fight of the Year candidate, a five-round main event between Dan Henderson and Mauricio Shogun Rua.
The On-Demand Replay of Pro MMA Radio Episode 173 is ready now and available for our listeners 24/7. Top UFC Bantamweight Urijah Faber came in to talk about his upcoming fight at UFC 139 against Brian Bowles, what he would do differently in a rematch with Dominick Cruz, Mendes/Aldo, Dillishaw on TUF, Kid Yamamoto and more.
In The Opening Round, MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland joined Pep to preview UFC 139 and recap UFC on FOX 1.
Former WEC Featherweight World Champion Urijah Faber joins Pro MMA Radio days before his number one contender fight with Brian Bowles at UFC 139 for a shot at Bantamweight Champion Dominick Cruz. UFC 139 takes place this Saturday, November 19th, in San Jose, California and live on Pay Per View.
In The Opening Round, MMA Mania’s Jesse Holland joined Pep to recap UFC on Fox 1 and preview UFC 139.
Pro MMA Radio creator and host Larry Pepe has been named to the FOX Sports Broadcast Team as the host of the Pre and Post Fight Radio Shows for UFC on FOX 1 on November 12th. The Pre Fight Show begins on FOX Sports Radio at 5PM PST, 8PM EST and will take listeners right up to when the fighters begin their walk to the cage. Pep will then turn the broadcast over to the simulcast of the heavyweight title fight between UFC Champion Cain Velasquez and challenger Junior Dos Santos. Upon conclusion of the fight, the Post Fight Show will begin and run for three-plus hours until 10PM PST, 1AM EST. The Pre and Post Fight Shows will include interviews with fighters, UFC officials, fight analysis and commentary and listener call ins. Tune in to your local FOX Sports Radio station or listen at FOXSportsRadio.com.
