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MMA 2 the MAX

by Robert Taylor, Joe Hudson

An MMA podcast, focusing on the UFC and the fights they put on, with a strong interest in all things MMA. Join Robert Taylor and his co-host, Joseph Hudson, as they discuss the UFC fight results, as well as other news around the world of MMA. Also, each episode they name a new Beer of the Week!

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Episodes

  1. MMA 2 the MAX #49: UFC Boise Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe review the recent UFC Fight Night: Dos Santos vs. Ivanov event! We also preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night: Shogun vs. Smith card, starting early Sunday morning! Plus, we will attack some of the hottest fight announcements and news in…

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  2. MMA 2 the MAX #48: TUF 27 Finale & UFC 226 Reviews

    It's the anniversary episode! That's right, MMA 2 the MAX is now officially one year old! With that, we are giving away some special MMA 2 the MAX apparel and paraphernalia! Not only that, but we are reviewing the recent The Ultimate Fighter 27 Finale, as well as UFC 226: Miocic vs. Cormier! Who...

  3. MMA 2 the MAX #47: Bellator 201 Review/TUF 27 Finale & UFC 226 Previews

    On this new, LIVE episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert & Riverside Joe discuss last week's excellent Bellator 201 card! What did we think of the champ(Macfarlane) and her slick submission victory? Or Valerie Letourneau winning her way into the next title shot? What about Juan Archuleta's knockout...

  4. MMA 2 the MAX #46: Cerrone vs. Edwards Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe review the recent UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs. Edwards! What did we think of Edwards' performance, and was it enough to earn him a top opponent? What about Cerrone? Is his clock ticking down on his amazing career? Plus, we review this...

  5. MMA 2 the MAX #45: "Smile'N" Sam Alvey Interview

    On this return episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert Taylor and Riverside Joe Hudson welcome UFC's #15 ranked Light Heavyweight, "Smile'N" Sam Alvey to the show! We will be using this time to discuss his career, his past, and his future, as well as get some of his thoughts on upcoming fights! We also...

  6. MMA 2 the MAX #40: UFC 224 Review/Bellator 199 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert the GOAT and Riverside Joe review and discuss the results of the UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington event! Is Nunes the best 135lb women's fighter ever? Did "Rocky" even belong in the same cage as the champion? We also talk about the oliberation of "King Mo"...

  7. MMA 2 the MAX #39: Fedor vs. Mir Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of Bellator 189: Fedor vs. Mir! What did we think about Fedor turning back the clock and knocking out Mir in less than a minute? We also preview the upcoming UFC 224: Nunes vs. Pennington event! Who wins between...

  8. MMA 2 the MAX #38: Barboza vs. Lee Review!

    On this episode, Robert and Riverside Joe are joined by The Loaded Joe's MMA Podcast host, Blake Stephenson, to discuss the results of the UFC Fight Night: Barboza vs. Lee event! What did we think of Kevin Lee's Motown Phenomenal performance, as he absolutely obliterated top five fighter, Edson...

  9. MMA 2 the MAX #37: Poirier vs. Gaethje Review!

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC on FOX: Poirier vs. Gaethje! What did we think of the phenomenal main event that saw both fighters lay it all on the line!? What's next for Dustin Poirier? Justin Gaethje? What did we think of the depressing...

  10. MMA 2 the MAX #35: Jose "Shorty" Torres Makes Another Appearance!

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, we welcome three time show guest; Titan FC Flyweight and Bantamweight champion, the Champ Champ, Jose "Shorty" Torres! We discuss with the champ about his recent victory(defended the Titan FC Flyweight title against Alberto Orellano), as well as his desire to get...

  11. MMA 2 the MAX #34: UFC London Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC London: Werdum vs. Struve! Did Werdum continue his dominance over all up and coming heavyweight fighters? Or, did Alexander Volkov break the ceiling of heavyweight contenders that many before him failed to do…

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  12. MMA 2 the MAX #33: Ask Us Anything!

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe host their very first Ask Us Anything episode! Got a question about the sport of MMA? UFC? Bellator? What about any non-MMA related questions? We answered those as well! Join us as we answer any questions our fans have for us, as well as...

  13. MMA 2 the MAX #32: Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and special guest, Derek Bowe, discuss the results of UFC 222: Cyborg vs. Kunitskaya! Yes, Riverside Joe had a scheduling conflict, so, from themmatakeover.com comes Derek Bowe stepping in on short notice to deliver a knockout blow! We discuss the…

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  14. MMA 2 the MAX #31: UFC Austin & UFC Orlando Reviews

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs. Medeiros, as well as UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Stephens. Did Cerrone end his three fight losing streak, or did Medeiros help him continue to slide into irrelevancy? How about Derrick...

  15. MMA 2 the MAX #30: UFC 221 Recap and More!

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe are BACK, and this time they are bringing cameras with them! That's right, on this very special episode, the faces made for radio have made the transition to audio AND video! Head over to facebook.com/mma2themaxpodcast for more details!...

  16. MMA 2 the MAX #29: Jacare vs. Brunson 2 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Joe discuss the results from UFC on FOX 27: Jacare vs. Brunson. Did Brunson avenge a previous Strikeforce defeat, or did Jacare make it 2-0 over he top 10 contender? Also, how ridiculous was the judging from this event? Is North Carolina really that...

  17. MMA 2 the MAX #28: Interview with Josh Emmett/UFC 220 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe sit down and have a chat with #4 ranked UFC featherweight, Josh Emmett! We talk with him about his knockout upset of Ricardo Lamas, his upcoming main event with #8 ranked Jeremy Stephens, and more! We also review the results of UFC 220:...

  18. MMA 2 the MAX #27: UFC 220/Bellator 192 Previews

    You get a preview! You get a preview! Everybody gets a preview! On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe preview the upcoming UFC 220: Miocic vs. Ngannou(Cormier vs. Ozedemir), as well as Bellator 192: Rampage vs. Sonnen(Lima vs. MacDonald.) Who do we think wins in the main…

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  19. MMA 2 the MAX #26: 2017 Year End Awards Special

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe present their choices for the 2017 MMA award winners! Categories include Submission of the Year, Knockout of the Year, Fight of the Year, Breakout Fighter of the Year, Female Fighter of the Year, and Male Fighter of the Year! Plus, we…

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  20. MMA 2 the MAX #25: UFC 219 Review(aka The Khabib Show)

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Joe attempt discuss the results of UFC 219: Cyborg vs. Holm. In reality, this turns into the Khabib Nurmagomedov Hour as they spend most of their time discussing the Khabib victory, as well as what's next for the undefeated lightweight fighter. They…

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  21. MMA 2 the MAX #24: Lawler vs. Dos Anjos Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC on FOX: Lawler vs. Dos Anjos! What did we think of the the absolutely dominant performance put in by former Lightweight champion, Rafael Dos Anjos? Is Lawler finished as a top welterweight contender? Was Emmet...

  22. MMA 2 the MAX #23: UFC Fresno Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Joe discuss the results of UFC Fight Night 26: Swanson vs. Ortega(also known as UFC Fresno.) What did we think of Brian Ortega's submission victory over Cub Swanson in the main event? Is it enough to warrant a title shot at reigning featherweight...

  23. MMA 2 the MAX #22: Interview w/ Frank "The Crank" Camacho

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe talk with UFC fighter, and recent victor, Frank "The Crank" Camacho! We go into depth about his trouble with his recent weight cut, the Fight of the Night he participated in at UFC Sydney(along with his bonus being withheld), his long…

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  24. MMA 2 the MAX #21: UFC 218 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe review the exciting UFC 218 event, where Max Holloway once again defeated Jose Aldo to make his first defence of the UFC Featherweight championship. What's next for the champ and the challenger? Is this truly the "Blessed Era?" Is Aldo...

  25. MMA 2 the MAX #20: UFC Shangai Results/Interview with MMA Referee, Bobby Wombacher

    On this special double episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe first discuss the results of UFC Shanghai! How did Michael Bisping fare on a three week notice fight just after losing his Middleweight championship? Did Kelvin Gastelum bounce back from his first loss in the division in...

  26. MMA 2 the MAX #19: UFC Fight Night 121: Werdum vs. Tybura Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of Werdum vs. Tybura, and their thoughts of the card as a whole. Can the event with the longest fight time in UFC history possibly be entertaining enough? We also give shout outs to former guest Jose "Shorty" Torres on...

  27. MMA 2 the MAX #18: UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. Pettis Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC Fight Night: Poirier vs. Pettis! Did Poirier score the biggest victory of his UFC career? Or, did Pettis turn back the clock and gain a very much needed victory? We also preview the upcoming UFC Fight Night:...

  28. MMA 2 the MAX #17: UFC 217: Bisping vs. St. Pierre Review

    On this episode, Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC 217: Bisping vs. GSP, especially the result of the Bantamweight title fight between Cody Garbrandt and TJ Dillishaw! Did GSP return after a four year absence and remind everybody of how good he is, or did Bisping get the biggest...

  29. MMA 2 the MAX #16: UFC Fight Night 119 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Joe are joined once again by Arin Smith! We discuss the results of UFC 119: Brunson vs. Machida! Did Machida make a succesful return to competition after his USADA suspension? Did Brunson continue his knockout streak? Plus, we preview UFC 217: Bisping...

  30. MMA 2 the MAX #15: UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs. Till Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, we are joined once again by Arin Smith! Robert and Riverside Joe discuss the results of UFC Fight Night: Cerrone vs. Till! Did Donald Cerrone fend off the upcoming young fighter, or did Darren Till cement his place as a top fighter in the UFC? Also, we discuss...

  31. MMA 2 the MAX #14: Another Interview w/ Jose "Shorty" Torres

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Riverside Joe once again sit down and talk with Titan FC Flyweight and Bantamweight champion, Jose "Shorty" Torres! We talk to him about his next fight against Gleidson DeJesus, how his training is going, his thoughts on Garbrandt vs. Dillashaw, why…

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  32. MMA 2 the MAX #13: UFC 216 & Bellator 184 Reviews

    Joe is back! On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert is no longer solo, as Joseph Hudson is back to discuss what went down at UFC 216! Did Tony Ferguson make it 10 in a row to win the interim Lightweight title? Did Kevin Lee stop the momentum and punch his ticket to stardom? Does Conor McGregor...

  33. MMA 2 the MAX #12: Robert's Incessant Rambling

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert is going solo! Joseph, unfortunately had a family situation, and Robert put something together for content purposes! Listen to him ramble for 20 minutes about Bellator 183, UFC 216, Conor McGregor, and Khabib Nurmogamedov!

  34. MMA 2 the MAX #11: UFC Fight Night 116 & 117 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Joe make up for the absense of last week's episode by discussing some of the bigger fights of UFC Fight Night 116! How did we feel about big winners Luke Rockhold, Mike Perry, and Kamaru Usman? Were their performances impressive enough? Then, we…

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  35. MMA 2 the MAX #10: UFC 215: Nunes vs. Shevchenko 2 Review

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert Taylor and Joe Hudson discuss the happenings of UFC 215: Nunes vs. Shevchenko. Did Nunes defend her Bantamweight championship? Did Shevchenko avenge her only UFC loss and win the title? What did we think of the former main event, Johnson vs. Borg, being...

  36. MMA 2 the MAX #9: UFC Fight Night 115 Analysis

    On this episode, Robert Taylor and Joe Hudson discuss what went down during UFC Fight Night 115: Volkov vs. Struve. What did we think of the main event? The undercard? Do these smaller cards of unknowns deserve more recognition from the fans? Plus, we discuss the upcoming UFC 215: Johnson vs.…

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  37. MMA 2 the MAX #8: Mayweather Defeats McGregor, UFC Fight Night 115 Preview

    On this episode, Robert Taylor and Joe Hudson discuss the BIG boxing match between Floyd Mayweather and Connor McGregor. Should MMA fans be proud of McGregor going 10 rounds with the (50-0) boxing phenomenon? Or did this just prove how great Mayweather really is? Plus, we discuss the next UFC…

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  38. MMA 2 the MAX #7: Eryk "Ya Boy" Anders Interview

    On this episode, Robert and Joe talk to new UFC star, Eryk "Ya Boy" Anders! We discuss his UFC debut, his career, his time at the University of Alabama, his thoughts on upcoming fights in the UFC, and much more! Photo credit: Brad Penner- USA TODAY Sports

  39. MMA 2 the MAX #6: Interview w/ Jose "Shorty" Torres

    On this episode, Robert and Joe sit down and talk with Titan FC Flyweight and Bantamweight champion, Jose "Shorty" Torres. We discuss his career thus far, his future, the state of MMA, and much more! Plus, details on a JBL Flip 4 giveaway! Listen and win!

  40. MMA 2 the MAX #5: UFC Fight Night 114 Analysis

    On this episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert and Joe discuss the happenings of UFC Fight Night 114 on FS1. We also talk about Floyd's request for 6oz gloves, Stipe Miocic calling for a boxing match with Anthony Joshua, and the news that Anthony Johnson is currently a free agent! Also, we name our…

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  41. MMA 2 the MAX #4: UFC 214 Analysis & Review

    On this episode, Robert Taylor and Joe Hudson discuss the happenings of UFC 214. What's next for the winners and did judges get scores right? Also, there's the Bellator fight news and a preview UFC Fight Night: Pettis vs. Moreno!

  42. MMA 2 the MAX #3: UFC on FOX 25 Review

    On this MMA 2 the MAX episode, Robert tries to navigate the show through a hangover, while Joe tries to keep it all together. We review UFC on Fox 25, preview UFC 214, talk about the announced UFC 215 main events, and much more!

  43. MMA 2 the MAX #2: UFC Fight Night 113 Review

    On this MMA 2 the MAX episode, Robert Taylor and Joe discuss the happenings of UFC Fight Night 113 from Glasgow, Scotland. Plus, discussions of Gegard Mousasi signing with Bellator MMA. What did we think of the Mayweather vs. McGregor press conferences. We also preview the top three fights from…

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  44. MMA 2 the MAX #1: UFC 213 Review

    On the first episode of MMA 2 the MAX, Robert Taylor and Joseph Hudson review UFC 213 in all of it's drunken detail, from the loss of Nunes vs. Shevchenko to Whittaker's winning performance against Yoel Romero. PLUS: discussion of the Mighty Mouse vs. Dana White feud and we preview next week's…

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

An MMA podcast, focusing on the UFC and the fights they put on, with a strong interest in all things MMA. Join Robert Taylor and his co-host, Joseph Hudson, as they discuss the UFC fight results, as well as other news around the world of MMA.

Also, each episode they name a new Beer of the Week!

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Robert Taylor, Joe Hudson

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An MMA podcast, focusing on the UFC and the fights they put on, with a strong interest in all things MMA. Join Robert Taylor and his co-host, Joseph Hudson, as they discuss the UFC fight results, as well as other news around the world of MMA. Also, each episode they name a new Beer of the Week!

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