Mma Torch Podcast

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey look ahead to UFC 236. They discuss the idea that Conor McGregor feels like a stagnant brand in 2019, where he lost his momentum, how he compares to Floyd Mayweather, and if his fight with Donald Cerrone could present a unique challenge to his future viability. They also pick every fight on the UFC 236 main card.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey look back at the decade in MMA. They discuss several of the major events that shaped the prior ten years. They name their fighter and fight of the decade, and close the show with some thoughts about the decade on pro wrestling.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review Bellator Japan. They go on to give their opinions on the year that was 2019 in MMA. They name their fighter of the year, fight of the year, and card of the year. They also check the climate of Bellator and the WWE.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC Busan, discuss the busy weekend in Bellator, and look forward to Bellator and RIZIN’s upcoming show in Japan. They close the show by discussing the future of the UFC men’s flyweight division.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Rick Monsey gives a full review of UFC 245. In addition, he discusses what possible fights should be made for the winners and losers of this stacked UFC PPV, followed up by a quick review of UFC Fight Night: Edgar vs. The Korean Zombie.

On this month's edition of the Throwback Thursday Robert Vallejos and Mike Hiscoe go back to 2012 and review UFC 145. They take a look at the rivalry between Jon Jones and Rashad Evans, the rise of Rory MacDonald, and all things 2012.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey give an expanded preview of UFC 245. They review UFC’s trip to DC. Robert and Rick discuss the spectacle of Tito Ortiz vs. Alberto Del Rio, and the overall success of Tito Ortiz’s retirement tour. They discuss the series of releases in both WWE and the UFC, and the show closes with a little bit of boxing talk.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey wake from their Thanksgiving slumber to preview UFC DC. Rick and Robert react to the booking of Conor McGregor and Donald Cerrone. They also discuss the immediate future of Justin Gaethje. They close the show by giving their impression of Tony Ferguson vs. Khabib Nurmagomedov for the 5th time.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos gives a quick review of WWE’s Survivor Series. Rick Monsey joins the show to discuss the relative importance of all three title fights on UFC 245. Rick gives a survey of the recent happenings in boxing. They discuss the flurry of fights announced this past week, and also talk about what they are thankful for in MMA in 2019.

SHOW SUMMARY: On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos gives a quick review on the panned UFC Sao Paulo card. He gives his thoughts on Ben Askren’s retirement and career, lays out the prospects for CM Punk as both a wrestler and MMA commentator, and examines the recent comments that Ronda Rousey made about her WWE career. Robert closes the show by explaining what he finds interesting on WWE’s upcoming Survivor Series PPV.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC Moscow. They discuss the future of the featherweight division, and the unending presence of Greg Hardy. They preview UFC’s upcoming trip to Brazil. The show closes with Robert giving his review of AEW’s Full Gear PPV.

On this edition of the Throwback Thursday podcast, Robert Vallejos and Mike Hiscoe venture to 2003 and review UFC 44. They look at the rise of Randy Couture, the fall of Tito Ortiz, and the wayward heavyweight division in 2003.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey break down UFC 244. They discuss the stoppage in the main event, the future of Jorge Masvidal and Nate Diaz, and even examine some clout chasing on behalf of Conor McGregor. They review the remainder of the exhilarating card, give a quick look at the UFC ‘s upcoming trip to Moscow, and close the show by discussing the WWE debuts of Cain Velasquez and Tyson Fury.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey talk all things “BMF.” They discuss the fallout of the Nate Diaz-USADA drama, they pick the winner of Nate Diaz vs. Jorge Masvidal, and preview the entire UFC 244 card. They look back at UFC Singapore, and two Bellator events from this past weekend. The guys close the show by giving some final thoughts on Cain Velasquez vs. Brock Lesnar.

On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC Boston, including an extended rant on Greg Hardy’s UFC tenure. They give a preview of all the MMA action coming up this weekend, including UFC Singapore, Bellator 231, and Bellator 232. They discuss the latest legal troubles of Conor McGregor. Robert gives a review of ESPN’s 30 for 30 on Chuck Liddell and Tito Ortiz, and they discuss possible future subjects for the documentary series.

On this week’s edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos and Rick Monsey review UFC Tampa. They preview UFC on ESPN 6. They discuss Cain Velasquez’s MMA retirement, and the buildup to his match with Brock Lesnar. They close the show with a new email section.

On this edition of the Throwback Thursday. Robert Vallejos and Michael Hiscoe go back to 2003 and relive UFC 43. They take a look at the coronation of Randy Couture, the rise of Chuck Liddell, and the fun of Kimo vs. Tank. Not to mention they find the rare young Frank Mir.

On this special podcast, Dylan Bowker interviews every fighter that was victorious at PFC 11.Interviews include: Chris Lee Byrne,Joel Paquette, Armando Gomes,Matt Dawson,Michael Imperato,Nick Kambasis,Teshay Gouthro,Tony Laramie ,TJ Laramie ,Ryan O'Shea

On this week's edition of MMA Talk for Pro Wrestling Fans, Robert Vallejos runs down WWE’s Hell in a Cell PPV. Rick Monsey joins the show to review UFC 243 and preview UFC Tampa. They discuss the surprise appearance of Cain Velasquez in WWE. The guys close the show with an email section discussing MMA contracts, Tyson Fury in WWE, and the popularity of CBD products among American athletes.

It was great talking with Henry Corrales prior to his fight against Darrion Caldwell on Saturday, September 28th. This bout takes place in the first round of Bellator's 16 man featherweight Grand Prix.I spoke with Corrales about moving from The MMA Lab to Fight Ready for this camp, Hunter Azure looking like Jack Dempsey, his belief he'll be Bellator featherweight champion by the end of 2020, the power of Henry's cat Peppers, Saint Patricks Day in St Petersburg, and so much more!