Drop Bear Downpour

Aussie pro MMA fighter Cam Rowston was knocking on the door to the big leagues when he was dealt a setback. We dive into how Cam shaped his unwavering mindset towards doing whatever it takes to secure himself another shot.This podcast was filmed earlier in the year on his quest to earn another spot on Contender series. Cam did just that, and tomorrow he earns a shot at redemption and a UFC contract.This episode explores common struggles a fighter faces during their journey and some great information for upcoming fighters.

An injury led me to MMA! We are back with episode 6 of the podcast where Dim tells us how a pretty nasty injury led him to transition to MMA, and what the change has been like. We also talk about some topics that combat athletes commonly struggle with, how to find a gym that's right for you, provide some advice, we also find out that Dim has a resting b*tch face and a potential fight name that I hope sticks! If you haven't yet, make sure to check out part 1 of this conversation in episode 5 of the podcast. If you would like to support this podcast, please subscribe to our channel and interact with us (like/share/comment) and check out our Instagram page. It helps us gain exposure so more people can find the podcast.

Devastating leg kicks! That's right we have our second guest on the podcast, it's non other than the leg destroyer himself, Dimitri Petridis. In this episode we talk about how Dim got into combat sports, his Muay Thai career, what it was like fighting before CSA was around in Australia, how he used to watch UFC in secret and so much more. This is part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Dim, so make sure to come back soon for part 2. If you would like to support this podcast, please subscribe to our channel and interact with us (like/share/comment). It helps us gain exposure so more people can find the podcast.

FIGHT DAY! In part 2 of our conversation, Mai and I relive what it was like for each of us on fight day. Everything from waking up, to making the walk to the ring/cage and what the moments after achieving greatness were like. We have some special footage in this episode of Mai and her training partners from Darkside Gym celebrating her win together as a team. If you haven't yet, make sure to check out part 1 of this conversation in episode 3 of the podcast. If you would like to support this podcast, please subscribe to our channel and interact with us (like/share/comment). It helps us gain exposure so more people can find the podcast.

Guest Alert! Episode 3 welcomes our first guest to the podcast, professional boxer Mai Soliman. Mai and I sit down to discuss making history in our respective sports on the same weekend! In this episode, we talk about the road we've taken to get to these moments, the advice, struggles and strategies we believe are important for all combat athletes, and share insight into what it's like to deal with the stress and pressure of pursuing greatness. This is part 1 of a 2 part conversation with Mai, so make sure to come back soon for part 2. Thank you to Darkside Gym for having us, and thank you to Mai for her time. If you would like to support this podcast, please subscribe to our channel and interact with us (like/share/comment). It helps us gain exposure so more people can find the podcast.

Picking up where we left off, episode 2 explores everything that happened during the fight on DFC 17, and what it was like for both of us. We jump straight into Jarod explaining when he gets the most nervous as a partner. We then discuss the adversity faced in the fight, a few funny stories and of course the iconic moment on top of the cage as I became a Triple Weight Division Champion! If you have a spare moment to subscribe/like/comment/share, it would mean the world to me. These small actions not only help me, but they also help other listeners find the podcast.

Danielle and Jarod break down the trip to Adelaide to fight on Diamondback FC (and a bit of backstory) leading into the quest to achieve a significant moment in MMA history. To become a Triple Weight Division Champion! We explore what the experience leading into a fight is like from both a fighter and partner perspective, with some BTS footage thrown in. Don't forget to check out the Drop Bear Downpour Instagram page story highlights for quick access to the additional footage. This is recap is split across 2 episodes so make sure to tune back in for Part 2. As always, please share the love by subscribing, and if you have a chance please rate/review/share/comment to help the podcast get out there so others can find it.

Hosted by Australian MMA fighter Danielle “Drop Bear” Curtis, the Drop Bear Downpour podcast gives insight into the behind the scenes of what it’s like to be a fighter. The podcast will cover life inside and outside of fighting with some funny stories and amazing guests along the way. If you’d like to stay up to date with my fight career, you can find me on any social media by searching Drop Bear MMA.