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The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Kurt Chase-Patrick, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Fight Night: Smith vs Teixeira. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @kcpko Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

After getting some fights under our belt this past week, we’re doubling down for this week. And Top Turtle is, of course, loading up our show as well. This week we’ll be talking to 3 different fighters who look to get their hands dirty this weekend. First, Giga Chikadze stops by to share a story about training with his opponent for this week, Mike Davis. Then Ike Villanueva discusses his 15 year journey to get to the UFC. Finally, Eryk Anders talks weight classes and Alabama football. If that’s not enough for you, Jeff Fox from MMA-Manifesto joins Gumby to discuss the biggest fights, underdogs and parlays from this double card week. It’s a must listen to episode. Timestamps: 2:30 - Giga Chikadze Interview: Won’t Stand with Me 12:49 - Ike Villanueva Interview: Kept the Faith 20:50 - Eryk Anders Interview: 185lbs is Home 28:50 - Fights, Dogs and Parlays: UFC JAX x2

Fight week is finally upon us and you know what that means: Gumby and Dave have the interviews, fight picks, and gambling knowledge to hold you over until the fists start flying. The return of fights also means the return of our favorite segment, “Fights, Dogs and Parlays”. Gumby and Dave hit you with their picks for the 3 hottest fights on the card, a parlay to play and their favorite underdog. With a card this deep, you need all the help you can get. Plus, Gumby is speaking with both Sarah Moras and Anthony Hernandez. Both of them will be fighting as part of this massive back to fighting week. They’ve got the dish on their respective opponents and what their lives are like at the moment. Tune in for it all. Timestamps: 2:19 - Sarah Moras Interview: Best Camp Ever 9:00 - Anthony Hernandez Interview: Looking to Build 17:07 - Fights, Dogs and Parlays: UFC 249

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Kristen King from My MMA News, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC 249. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @KristenKingMMA Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

We’re less than two weeks away from actually live UFC fights, and Top Turtle is here to get you hyped. Gumby and Dave put together a fight playlist to get you back into the fighting mood (if anybody actually needs it). The list includes submissions, KOs, and fights, all that you may have never seen before and should definitely check out while you have the time on your hands - which Dana White is about to monopolize. Plus, Gumby is chatting with the #4 bantamweight in the world, Cory Sandhagen. He has some opinions on fighting during the COVID era and the wacky matchmaking at the top of the bantamweight division - and they are some unique takes. So don’t miss a second of this episode. Timestamps: 2:30 - Cory Sandhagen Interview: Nice and Quiet 12:00 - Fight Hype Playlist

If you love grappling you are in for a treat with the latest episode of Top Turtle MMA. Gumby and Dave are breaking down the best grapplers in each UFC division - not just jiu jitsu, not just wrestling, not just ground and pound, but a beautiful combination of all factors. You may hate some of their picks, but the discussion is interesting top to bottom. Plus, speaking of highly skilled grapplers, Charles Rosa stops by to talk about his potential fight with Bryce Mitchell. He feels he will have no problem with the up and comer, find out why. And if that still isn’t enough, Niko Price discusses hig bout with Vicente Luque and quarantine training. He even shares what’s going to be different this time around when they fight. Timestamps: 2:00 - Charles Rosa Interview: Best Grappler at 145lbs 12:10 - Niko Price Interview: Taking it Easy 23:30 - Best MMA Grapplers by Division

So, we probably haven’t seen the last of MMA this year, but what if we have? Gumby and Dave talk awards from the shortened year that has been so far. While we only got roughly 3 months of MMA action, this list of nominees is not far from looking like an end of the year list. Listen in to hear who the guys tag as the KO, sub, fight, and fighter of the year so far. Plus, catch our interview with Khama Worthy, who discusses having his fight at UFC 249 cancelled. He discusses how ready he is now and who he’d like to fight next. Timestamps: 2:00 - Khama Worthy Interview: Ready now! 17:30 - 2020 MMA Awards (Pandemic Shortened Version)

With the ever changing status and uncertainty of UFC 249, we decided to come at you with some fresh new content ideas for this week. Rather than talking about private islands, secret transportation, or any other spy movie sounding stuff, we invited 3 media members to do a fantasy draft. Kristen King, Benny Abrigo, Drake Riggs, and our own Gumby Vreeland draft 5 rounds of fighters with one or less UFC fights. Listen in to see who each person picked and vote on who won on our social media accounts. Then one of those picks (although we won’t say who) stops by. Manel Kape talks about his move to the UFC and why he’s headed to the flyweight division instead of bantamweight. Timestamps: 2:00 - MMA Fantasy Draft: Fighters with 1 or Less UFC Fights 48:00 - Manel Kape Interview: Flyweight Contender Now

If you’re stuck at home and looking for something to listen to, Top Turtle MMA has one of their most packed episodes of all time. First, Din Thomas stops by to discuss walking away from American Top Team. He details why he did it, what was hard about it, and what we can expect from him next. This includes insight into the major changes he expects MMA training camps to undergo in the future and also advice for prospective coaches. It is, for sure, a can’t miss interview. Plus, Calvin Kattar dishes on getting ready for a fight in uncertain times. He’s not only ready to travel, but is also ready for Jeremy Stephens. And finally, the guys add a new word to the MMA lexicon. Hear about the concept of an MMA “landmine” and why the rankings system is at least partially to blame. Timestamps: 2:00 - Din Thomas Interview: Changing the MMA Training Camp 27:00 - Calvin Kattar Interview: Ready and Waiting 48:00 - MMA Lexicon: The Landmine

You’re locked in the house with nothing to do. The guys at Top Turtle have you covered. This week we’re giving you some theoretical matchmaking for when we return to UFC normalcy. ‘Gumby’ gives you his pick for the right challenger in every division and Dave tells him why he’s wrong. Plus, we’re checking in with two fighters during their quarantines. First Lauren Murphy gives us the lowdown on both her division and who she’d like to fight next. Plus, she tells us what she’s reading. Then Randy Costa tells us why he’s about to be impervious to one of the deadliest shots in all of MMA. Timestamps: 2:00 - Lauren Murphy Interview: Reading and Jiu Jitsu during Quarantine 12:00 - Randy Costa Interview: Drinks on the Beach 18:45 - Quarantine Matchmaking

Nobody can be certain about what is to come next for the UFC, but we can give you everything we got. And what we got this week are interviews with Marvin Vettori and John Gooden. Vettori discusses his thoughts on having his family miss out on seeing him fight. Gooden, meanwhile, discusses the state of the UFC in the UK. Hunker down and enjoy some MMA chats. Timestamps: 1;45 - Johnny Walker Interview: TriStar and Filling Holes 12:20 - John Gooden: State of UK MMA

After the insane pay-per-view that was, the UFC keeps the wheels churning and we attempt to keep up. The boys of Top Turtle tackle the UFC’s latest trip to Brazil during this week’s show. In addition to breaking down the card as they always do, they’re talking with two of the fighters on the card. First Johnny Walker pops by to talk about his new training situation and his new and improved self. Then Rani Yahya discusses his career and his continued belief in his skills. Plus, don’t forget to go back and listen to this week’s bonus episode, which includes interviews with Gilbert Burns and Renato Moicano. Timestamps: 2:10 - Johnny Walker Interview: TriStar and Filling Holes 9:15 - Rani Yahya Interview: Healthy and On a Run 24:30 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Brasilia

As we often do, we had more than we could even fit in one episode. So please enjoy these bonus interviews with Renato Moicano and Gilbert Burns as they get ready for their bouts this weekend.

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Shakiel Mahjouri from Bloody Elbow, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Brasilia. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @ThisIsShak Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

The time has come for one of the most anticipated cards of the year, and Top Turtle Podcast has you covered. First we’ll be talking with Sean O’Malley as the dust has finally settled on his tainted supplement issue and he is ready to get back into the cage. He discusses his long road and where he feels he stands now. Then we’re chatting with Austin Hubbard about his bizzare post-victory issues last time out. All of that, plus we’ll be breaking down UFC 248 with “Fights, Dogs, and Parlays”. If you’re looking for some free advice on your picks for this week, look no further. Timestamps: 2:15 - Sean O’Malley Interview: I’m Back 10:25 - Austin Hubbard Interview: Hospital Celebration 21:20 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC 248

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Drake Riggs from The Body Lock MMA, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC 248. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @DrakeRiggs_ Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

UFC Norfolk is coming right at your face as the UFC continues their steady stream of events. If you’re having trouble keeping up, never fear, Top Turtle Podcast is here. We’ll be breaking down the Norfolk card with our “Fights, Dogs, and Parlays” segment - giving you all you need to know to turn a profit on this card. Plus, as always, we have the interview goodness for you. Two fighters from UFC Norfolk stop by to discuss their fights. Sean Brady and Kyler Phillips both have big aspirations in their young UFC careers, and they’re here to tell us about them. Plus, top 10 middleweight, Edmen Shahbazyan joins us to talk about his delayed fight with Derek Brunson and trying to become the youngest UFC champ (clock is ticking). Timestamps: 2:00 - Edmen Shahbazyan Interview: Delayed Gratification 8:35 - Sean Brady Interview: Anyway 17:22 - Kyler Phillips Interview: The Red Pill 27:45 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Norfolk

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Benjamin Abrigo from FanSided MMA, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Norfolk. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @BenjaminAbrigo Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Blaine Henry from Fight Library, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Auckland. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @blainehenrymma Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

The UFC may be half a world away this weekend, but Top Turtle is still in the same place as always. This week Gumby has once again brought the interviews, with two fighters who are ready to throw down in Auckland. First, Jalin Turner stops by to talk about his bout with local Joshua Culibao and being named a top rising star by ESPN. Then Tyson Nam chats about his heavy hands and finally getting that slugfest he’s wanted from Kai Kara-France. And, as usual, if that’s not enough quality content for you, the guys are breaking down UFC Auckland. If you need some underdogs or parlays, they are your guys. Timestamps: 2:00 - Jalin Turner Interview: Living Up to Promise 7:25 - Tyson Nam Interview: Bombs Away! 16:30 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Auckland