The HJR Podcast

Former champ Miesha Tate joins us for an honest look at the women’s bantamweight division - breaking down the current talent, who could be the next big star, and what’s changed since her days as a pioneer. Miesha shares her thoughts on fighter pay, why her title shot was life-changing, and what it’ll take to reignite women’s MMA.

Don’t miss this in-depth conversation with one of the trailblazers of women's mma!

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Former UFC champ Frank Mir joins the show with his daughter Bella Mir to talk about her MMA journey, mental battles in the cage, and her path to the UFC. Bella opens up about the pressure of following in her dad’s footsteps, how she handles setbacks, and the discipline that keeps her pushing forward.
Frank shares what makes Bella different from other fighters and why he thinks she’s more well-rounded than most in the game today...

Marcus Mcghee opens up about his journey from street fights to the UFC, battling anger, and finding purpose through MMA. He shares tough lessons from debt, early setbacks, and injury - plus the powerful moment a former teacher reached out. Marcus reveals how mindset shifts and life off the mats shaped his late-blooming pro career, why he’s not chasing the belt, and what really motivates him now.Tap in for real talk on fighting, gro...

This week on the show, we sit down with Taylor Learmont, better known as Little T Fitness, for an inspiring deep dive into the world of bodybuilding and personal growth.

Taylor shares how she first discovered her passion for bodybuilding and whether her background in flexibility and gymnastics has been an advantage - or a challenge - in the sport. With a degree in kinesiology, she explains how her education has shaped her training m...

Step into the world of professional shooting with competitive shooter Michelle Viscusi in this explosive new episode!

Michelle reveals her favorite firearm to shoot, and breaks down the key differences between Staccatos and Glocks. She takes us behind the scenes of what training looks like for a pro shooter. from drills to discipline, and opens up about her goals both in the shooting world and beyond.

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UFC bantamweight Marcus McGhee joins us ahead of the biggest fight of his career against former champ Petr Yan. In this episode, Marcus shares his thoughts on how he’s approaching the matchup, where the pressure lies, and whether a win could catapult him straight into a title shot.

He breaks down the challenges Yan brings, the weaknesses he sees to exploit, and how he matches up with the division’s elite like Cory Sandhagen and Mera...

Step inside the fascinating journey of UFC legend Frank Mir in this candid new episode. Frank opens up about growing up training in his parents’ Kenpo Karate school and how those early days shaped his lifelong passion for martial arts and influenced his unique fighting style.

He shares what it was like towering over his peers as a 6 foot tall 12 year old, and how his unusual size affected his experiences in sports as a young athlete...

Ron Capps joins the show for a deep dive into his legendary drag racing career. He shares how Don Prudhomme helped shape his path, what it felt like to earn his first major win, and the emotions behind finally capturing the elusive U.S. Nationals trophy after 25 tries - and then doing it again the next year. Ron reflects on his 30 years behind the wheel, racing a recreation of Prudhomme’s iconic Hot Wheels car, and how it felt to w...

Rampage Jackson is back on the podcast breaking down everything going on in the fight game. He shares who he wants to box and makes his predictions for two newly announced title fights including his reaction to DDP kissing his cornermen. Rampage also weighs in on Islam Makhachev moving to welterweight, why Belal Muhammad deserves respect as a fighter, and whether Islam should have been stripped of his lightweight belt. He also talk...

On this episode of the HJR Podcast, we sit down with custom car builders and SEMA standouts Zach Pennock and Lacey Blair to dive into their wild ride through the automotive world. From how they each got into car building to how they met - including sharing their first kiss mid-burnout - this episode explores the passion, chaos, and creativity that fuels their work.

They break down the high-octane world of Australian-style burnout ev...

Ben Azelart has over 37 million subscribers at just 23 years old - but his rise wasn’t an overnight success. In this episode, Ben breaks down how he went from pursuing pro skateboarding to becoming one of the most recognizable creators on YouTube. He shares how he built his channel brick by brick, why viral moments aren’t what matter most, and what it really takes to grow an empire online today.

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In this episode, we dive deep with Rob & Dana Linn Bailey - two self-made legends in fitness, business, and mindset. From meeting in college to building empires together, Rob and Dana share how their relationship sparked a movement that redefined the fitness and apparel industries. Dana breaks down how Rob introduced her to bodybuilding, leading her to become a trailblazer in female fitness and a Ms. Olympia champion. Rob walks...

Nate Diaz joins the podcast alongside Rampage Jackson for one of our most unfiltered conversations yet. Nate opens up about his frustration with today’s fighters using his name for attention and why he’s fed up with the disrespect coming from the new generation. He also shares stories about getting into fights in public, throwing water bottles, and why that energy follows him everywhere he goes.We talk about Frank Mir and Nick Diaz...

John Ferguson went viral in college after pulling off a prank from inside a washing machine - a video that hit 17 million views and kickstarted his content creation career. In this episode, John shares how that one moment changed everything, leading him to walk away from a future in finance to chase the chaos (and rewards) of full-time content.We also talk about what life was like growing up as a little person, from when he first r...

Before she was a UFC champion, Holly Holm was already fighting - in the classroom!

In this episode, Holly opens up about her very first fights growing up, including standing up to a perverted classmate and how that moment helped shape her fighting spirit. She shares the story of what inspired her to start boxing, and how her very first match - meant to be an exhibition - ended in one quick, explosive combo!

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In this episode, Olympic gold medalist and former two-division UFC champion Henry Cejudo opens up about his ongoing feud with UFC bantamweight Mario Bautista. From what sparked the tension to how serious it’s gotten, Henry gives his unfiltered take on where things stand and whether it’s headed to a fight.We also dive into whether Henry would ever consider stepping into the boxing world, and how the pressure of competing in the Olym...

In this episode, Tito Ortiz reflects on his storied MMA career and personal evolution. He discusses the origin of his signature "Grave Digger" celebration and shares insights into his spiritual journey, including his baptism and the role of faith in his life. Tito also opens up about his commitment to community service, detailing his efforts to give back. He reveals the story behind his birth name, Jacob Christopher Ortiz...

In this episode of the HJR Experiment, MMA legend Anthony Pettis sits down to react to the most iconic highlights and finishes of his career — including the legendary Showtime Kick. Pettis breaks down the technique behind his greatest moments and shares never-before-heard stories from inside and outside the cage.

He opens up about what first inspired him to start training MMA, how he got the call to fight for the title on short noti...

In this episode of the HJR Podcast, fitness competitor and social media standout Little T Fitness (Taylor Learmont) opens up about her journey through the competitive world of bodybuilding. After placing 2nd at the 2023 Ms. Olympia and 3rd in 2024, Taylor reflects on the emotional and mental toll those results had—and how they lit a fire for her 2025 comeback.She breaks down what it’s like preparing for Ms. Olympia as a natural bod...