PODCAST · sports
T.K.O.
by Janan Shoja Doost
From analyzing fights to paying tribute to legendary athletes, T.K.O. keeps you updated on the hottest issues that surround the world of Mixed Martial Arts and combat sports. Beast mode is guaranteed!
Episodes
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TKO Episode 492: SICK DAY SHENANIGANS!!! Islam Makhachev fighting in Toronto, hockey drama, strolling down MMA memory lane
Finally not sick enough to ascend to heaven so here we are... discussing PUBLIC HEALTH tips so people don't get you sick, breaking the hottest tea of Canadian MMA aka Islam Makhachev and Carlos Prates facing off at UFC 336 in Toronto, and fact checking if athletes actually kiss on ice in hockey –...
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TKO Episode 491: Brainmaxxing, WNBA & hockey are cool, Farewell Alex Ovechkin
Are you taking care of your brain (physiologically and mentally)? Discussing all the ways to brainmaxx, talking about the greatness of WNBA, exciting moments of hockey season so far, Alexander Ovechkin's last season in the NHL, his "heated rivalry" versus Sidney Crosby, greatness in sports, and...
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TKO Episode 490: Guelph Homecoming (???), Joshua vs. Fury drama continues, UFC 332 breakdown
It's October (already?)!!! Dropping all the lore on the Guelph Homecoming this past weekend. Joshua vs. Fury FINALLY has a place and a time announced! Also, why does the UFC always underdeliver with their marketing regarding women fighters? Who cares, we are giving all the attention to Natalia...
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TKO Episode 489: The wasp shenanigans, the hustler mentality, Sean Sharif is the GOAT, Mayweather sucks
Talking about the wasp that almost literally killed me but also taught me a very important lesson today... but also, sometimes hustlers gotta slow down with the reminder that there is more to life than we know!!!! Besides the philosophical shenanigans, major shoutout to Sean Sharaf for repping…
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TKO Episode 488: UFC 331 breakdown, "Wanna" gonna outdo Cejudo?
Another week, another opportunity to bless everybody with another UFC PPV fight breakdown! Everything you need to know about the upcoming UFC 331 card, plus Javon "Wanna" Walton vs. Henry Cejudo was literally on nobody's bingo card... but we still gon talk about it because Wanna will run through...
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TKO Episode 487: Tales from Across the Pond – BTS in the life of a scientist, Fury vs. Joshua drama continues
BACK FROM THE UK!!!! Discussing magic, muggles, butter beer and scotch – and of course science and sports... how do people process the concept of time? Also, why can't Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua just CHILL OUT with all the drama???????
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TKO Episode 486: Strongman competitions, Joshua vs. Fury finalized, Nurmagomedov vs. Song
Have you ever watched a Strongman competition? If not, you are missing out BIG time (no pun intended)... also, how dramatic is Joshua vs. Fury thus far even though we are months away from D-day...? Lastly, time to smesh opponents once again, this time in Shanghai where Umar Nurmagomedov goes at…
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TKO Episode 485: Marvel comics, Multiverse, Ian Machado Garry is too nice for his own good, Dana White vs. Eddie Hearn drama
This week's hyperfixation is anything and everything to do with the MCU, the concept of the Multiverse and our favourite Marvel anti-hero, Loki. Also, who knew being too nice could actually backfire on you *cough cough Ian Machado Garry, brather you need a reality check*... Lastly, someone call...
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TKO Episode 484: Hyperfixations, Dragons, and Islam Makhachev
Giving you your weekly dose of whimsy by going down a rabbit hole of our recent hyperfixations featuring the Targaryen dynasty and dragons, as well as talking about the GOAT of "greppling" in MMA aka the one and only Islam Makhachev... is the UFC 230 headliner versus Ian Garry basically...
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TKO Episode 483: BACK FROM VACAY!!! Post vacation blues, being a workaholic, previewing UFC 330 & 331, put some RESPEK on Clarissa Shields' name
Y'all thought you could get rid of us, huh??? Well, we are back after taking a short Sabbatical (aka vacation LMAO)! Discussing the never-ending attempt to achieve work-life balance, post vacay blues while being a workaholic, previewing all the good stuff coming our way combat sports-wise for the...
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TKO Episode 481: Sports karma, homestretch of the FIFA World Cup, Conor McGregor needs a permanent break
Back this week with another hot and SMOKEY episode (thanks Mother Nature and wildfires)... discussing team France's ultimate au revoir from the World Cup, the fact that England won't be bringing it home after all, and whether there will be a prophecy fulfillment of Argentina's Messi passing down...
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TKO Episode 480: Conference shenanigans, FIFA world cup controversies, McGregor vs. Holloway II
WE ARE BACK FROM EUROPE! And there is so much catching up to do... FIFA has a crazy VAR system, and some referees may be not so colour blind. And return of the Mac? What in the BMF fever dream... can Max Holloway KO McGregor back into retirement? There is only one way to find out.
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TKO Episode 479: RECOVERING FROM BRONCHITIS! Toxic masculinity in sports, UFC Freedom 250 recap, Erling Haaland, FIFA World Cup Supremacy
Back after a week while on the verge of ascending to heaven from bronchitis!!!! Recapping our favourite fever dream aka UFC Freedom 250, discussing toxic masculinity in pro sports, fangirling over Erling Haaland, favourite teams so far at the FIFA World Cup, and much more!
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TKO Episode 478: Bday shenanigans, FIFA World Cup, UFC Freedom 250
Life updates post bday celebrations, discussing the FIFA World Cup and the Team Iran's tough time behind the scenes, UFC Freedom 250 ft. Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje, Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane, and much more!
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TKO Episode 477: BDAY SPECIAL!!!!
Life updates on birthday celebrations, scientific conference, making the little moments count, discussing the FIFA world cup, UFC Fight Night, and much more!
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TKO Episode 476: Hot Sports Summer [let's goooo]
It's only been a week but it feels like it's been FOREVER! Lots of life updates, PLUS Conor McGregor is making a comeback against the former BMF king Max Holloway? What in the MMA... Also major talks about the Toronto Blue Jay's, the NBA Championships, the upcoming FIFA World Cup, and much more!
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TKO Episode 475: Forgot to upload...again! Ronda Rousey is an icon [still!], and more
How did Janan forget to upload...AGAIN??? Here is what you missed if you didn't listen live on CFRU 93.3 FM – featuring a whole tribute to Ronda Rousey and her legacy. Girl POWER!!!!
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TKO Episode 474: Winter in May? Audiobooks, fighter weightcuts, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano
How is it still cold in the middle of May? Talking about this week's hyperfixation – dark academia audiobooks. Also, how do fighters not realize how detrimental last minute weightcuts are? Talking about what's next for Khamzat Chimaev, and lastly reminiscing about how nostalgically good Rousey…
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TKO Episode 473: Michael Jackson, UFC 328 feat. Chimaev vs. Strickland
Discussing the Michael Jackson movie, breaking down Chimaev vs. Strickland, UFC 328, and much more!
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TKO Episode 472: Forgot to upload!!!
Forgot to upload!!! Nonetheless golden content -- enjoy y'all!
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TKO Episode 471: Wrestling core – WWE vs. Real American Freestyle
Breaking down Wrestlemania and its crossovers across pop culture, the origin of wrestling, the current success of Real American Freestyle (RAF) organization, and much more!
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TKO Episode 470: At Home with the Furys; What's next for Tyson Fury?
Discussing Tyson Fury's latest reality show featuring his family, his recent win against Arsalanbek Makhmudov, callout of Anthony Joshua, and much more!
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TKO Episode 469: Trap music, Fury vs. Makhmudov, UFC 327
Discussing the great impact of trap music on the current generation, T.I.'s legacy in hiphop, talking about Tyson Fury's return against Arsalanbek Makhmudov this Saturday, as well as Procházka vs. Ulberg battling it out for the light heavyweight title at UFC 327, and much more!
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TKO Episode 468: The resurrection of wrestling, RAF7, Arman Tsarukyan, and more!
Discussing the significant impact of Real American Wrestling (RAF) on reviving wrestling, Arman Tsarukyan's road to stardom, and much more!
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TKO Episode 467: Adesanya vs. Pyfer
Breaking down UFC Fight Night featuring Adesanya vs. Pyfer, discussing the importance of utilizing fight IQ, and much more!
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TKO Episode 466: Persian New Year 2026, Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry
Discussing the traditions following Persian New Year (aka Nowruz), breaking down the recent addition of Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry to the Rousey vs. Carano Netflix fight card, and much more!
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TKO Episode 465: UFC White House Card Revealed - Yay or Nay?
Discussing the recent reveal of the UFC Freedom 250 card at the White House, and much more!
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TKO Episode 464: World Peace, BMF, Holloway vs. Oliveira II
Discussing the current state of world affair, the dire need for world peace, how the Smashing Machine is a 1/10 movie, breaking down the BMF championship between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira, and much more!
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TKO Episode 463: Mayweather vs. Pacquiao II; Tribute to Hockey Canada
Discussing iconic rivals beefing from 50 Cent and T.I. to Floyd Mayweather Jr. and Manny Pacquiao doing a rematch, paying tribute to Canadian hockey, and much more!
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TKO Episode 462: Go Canada! Olympics Hockey; Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano Fight Announcement
Discussing Canada Hockey and why hockey is a supreme sport, talking about the recent matchup between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano, and much more!
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TKO Episode 461: Super Bowl aftermath, Bad Bunny is the GOAT, Jake Paul at the Winter Olympics
Discussing the Super Bowl aftermath, talking about how Bad Bunny is the GOAT, and Jake Paul being spotted at the Winter Olympics, and much more!
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TKO Episode 460: Super Bowl LX Preview
Previewing Super Bowl LX and much more!
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TKO Episode 459: UFC 325 breakdown, Gervonta Davis legal issues
Breaking down UFC 325, discussing the past and the future of the lightweight division in the UFC, talking about the legal issues recently faced by Gervonta Davis, and much more!
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TKO Episode 458: UFC 342 breakdown
Breaking down UFC 324 feat. Gaethje vs. Pimblett, and much more!
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TKO Episode 457: Free Iran
Discussing the current unrest in Iran, talking about freedom of expression, social activism, UFC 324 and much more!
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TKO Episode 456: New Year, Same Rules
Discussing the UFC's move to Paramount+ in about 2 weeks, the legitimacy of Unified Rules in MMA, Anthony Joshua's potential retirement, and much more!
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TKO Episode 455: 2025 Wrapped -- Life is Too Short
In memory of Sina Ghami & Latif Ayodele. Wrapping up 2025 in life and sports events, discussing the fatal car accident involving Anthony Joshua and teammates, and much more!
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TKO Episode 454: Merry Christmas ya filthy animals (2025 edition)
'Tis officially the Christmas 2025 special -- coming to you despite a mild concussion... thought you had a rough year? Tune in for major life lessons, many laughs and our official announcement to lead an Anthony Joshua fangirl club. HO HO HO!
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TKO Episode 453: Farewell John Cena, Paul vs. Joshua Breakdown
Paying tribute to John Cena after his recent retirement, breaking down the anticipated boxing match between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua, and much more!
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TKO Episode 452: FIFA World Cup 2026, Holy Grail of sports streaming?
Breaking down the newly announced FIFA World Cup 2026 games, discussing the potential for creating the Holy Grail of sports streaming, and much more!
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TKO Episode 451: UFC 323 breakdown
Breaking down UFC 323 featuring Merab Dvalishvili vs. Petr Yan II, and much more!
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TKO Episode 450: Celebrity Boxing - Paul vs. Joshua?
Breaking down the upcoming boxing fight between Jake Paul and Anthony Joshua, and much more!
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TKO Episode 449: Miami Dolphins comeback, Is Islam Makhachev the new GOAT of MMA?
Discussing the amazing work done by the Miami Dolphins this football season, talking about Islam Makhachev's incredible performance at UFC 322, whether he is the greatest to have ever done it, and much more!
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TKO Episode 448: UFC 322 breakdown
Breaking down UFC 322 (Della Maddalena vs. Makhachev; Shevchenko vs. Weili) and much more!
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TKO Episode 447: Celebrating 9 years of TKO!
This week we stroll down memory lane as we hit our 9th year anniversary with the show, discuss the journey so far, and more amazingness to come!
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TKO Episode 446: Go Toronto Blue Jays!
Breaking down the MLB World Series between the Toronto Blue Jays and LA Dodgers, discussing UFC 321, and much more!
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TKO Episode 445: UFC 321 Breakdown
Breaking down UFC 321, discussing Aspinall vs. Gane, talking about taking courage to do what's best for you, and more!
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TKO Episode 444: Mr. Olympia 2025
Breaking down Mr. Olympia 2025, talking about the nuances of bodybuilding, discussing AI generated videos, and much more!
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TKO Episode 443: In Memory of Arturo Gatti Jr. (2008-2025)
In Memory of Arturo Gatti Jr. (2008-2025). Discussing the legacy of Arturo Gatti Jr. and his father, the importance of tackling generational trauma, having a support circle, and more...
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TKO Episode 442: Pho saves lives, UFC 320 breakdown, McGregor vs. Chandler at the White House
Discussing sweater (and catch-a-cold) weather, how Pho is the greatest meal in the Fall season, breaking down UFC 320, announcing McGregor vs. Chandler at the White House, and much more!
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
From analyzing fights to paying tribute to legendary athletes, T.K.O. keeps you updated on the hottest issues that surround the world of Mixed Martial Arts and combat sports. Beast mode is guaranteed!
HOSTED BY
Janan Shoja Doost
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From analyzing fights to paying tribute to legendary athletes, T.K.O. keeps you updated on the hottest issues that surround the world of Mixed Martial Arts and combat sports. Beast mode is guaranteed!
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T.K.O. is created and hosted by Janan Shoja Doost.
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