Episode 282 "Cage Side" Ft. Andrew Griggs

 On this week's show, Joe is joined with Andrew Griggs, a longtime Louisiana MMA figure with over 20 years of experience covering the local fight scene through in-depth interviews, photography, and video work. We broke down how his passion for MMA started after earning his black belt and how that love for the sport turned into documenting fighters and their journeys inside and outside the cage. Andrew shared some of the wildest and most disrespectful things he’s heard fans yell at MMA events. He gave insight into his personal approach to interviewing fighters with respect and  authenticity. He reflected on what it meant to be inducted into the MMA Hall of Fame. We also talked about the evolution of Louisiana MMA and the relationships he’s built with fighters over two decades in the game. This episode was recorded in Oakdale, Louisiana.