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Mathew Crooks, Michael Makin
Brace yourself for a wild ride with the ultimate armchair enthusiasts, Matty C & The Mako Shark! Get ready to laugh, learn and be entertained as this dynamic duo tackles MMA, Boxing, Wrestling, and the craziness of life in general. Tune in for a hilarious and insightful take on the world of combat sports and beyond with Matty C and The Mako Shark
Ep 44: Jai Opetaia
The Boys are back again with another big one. This week, we sit back down with the newly crowned cruiserweight world champion, Jai Opetaia. He takes us through his historic victory against Mairis Briedis, what it was like battling through injury and adversity, how the broken jaw is healing, what life has been like since winning the title, and what his future looks like.
We also recap UFC 278 from the weekend, AJ vs Usyk, and lots more.
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01:15:2924/08/2022
Ep 43: Turkish Delight Shannon Ross
The boys are back again with another big one! This week we sit down with Australia’s newest UFC fighter, The Turkish Delight Shannon Ross! We chat about his crazy fight on Dana White’s Contender Series, ending up in hospital needing emergency surgery, getting a UFC contract, the sacrifices he’s made along the journey, and heaps more! Don’t miss it!
We also preview this weeks massive UFC 278 card, and chat about a huge week of boxing!
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01:36:4018/08/2022
Ep 42: Stevie Spark
The boys are back again, and this week we sit down with one of Australia’s best young boxers, Stevie Spark! We chat about his impressive recent performances, what it was like stepping up on a weeks notice to face Tim Tszyu, the mentality and dedication required to succeed at the highest level, and what we can expect from him for the rest of the year. Don’t miss this one!
We also preview a big week of UFC and all things in the world of boxing!
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01:47:1310/08/2022
Ep 41: Lucas Big Daddy Browne
We’re back again this week with a huge guest. Australia’s only heavyweight world champion, Big Daddy Lucas Browne! One of this county’s most charismatic fighters, we have a great chat about his recent KO win vs Junior Fa, his world title victory, the Paul Gallen fight, who his next opponent might be, and we dig into his infamous MMA fight against Daniel Cormier! Don’t miss this one.
We also recap UFC 277, and dive in the latest Jake Paul drama.
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01:29:4503/08/2022
Ep 40: Barry Hall
Big Bad Bustling Barry is back on the pod! Very exciting to sit down again and have a chat to the legend himself. We talk about his fight with Sonny Bill Williams, what went wrong, how he’s feeling afterwards, and if he’ll put the gloves back on. We also dive deep into his love of MMA.
Don’t miss this one!
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01:37:1827/07/2022
Ep 39: Jamie Mullarkey
Another big episode! This week, Aussie UFC star The Hooligan is back on the show, fresh off his victory in a 3 round epic with Michael Johnson. He tells us what it’s like being in a war with a veteran, what lessons he took from his recent loss, how much inspiration he gets from his fellow Aussie fighters, and even calls out Paddy The Baddy! Don’t miss this chat with one of Australia’s best!
We also recap a huge week in boxing, and preview the big UFC London card.
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01:28:3720/07/2022
Ep 38: Nikita Tszyu
Ep 38: Nikita Tszyu
Another episode, another huge guest! This week we sit down with The Butcher Nikita Tszyu, as he prepares to face Ben Horn on July 20! We chat about how he’s managing the transition into pro boxing, the pressure of being the son of a legend, how he found himself on the path to becoming an architect, rediscovering his love of boxing, and his passion for dishing out violence in the ring.
Don’t miss this episode with a future star of Aussie boxing!
We also recap a big week in UFC, and much more.
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01:28:1913/07/2022
Ep 37: Paulo Sweet P Aokuso
We’re back with another big episode! This week we’re joined by rising star and former Olympian Paulo Aokuso. Sweet P chats about the impressive start to his professional boxing career, 2-0 with 2 stoppages, how he has set a goal to win a world title in under 7 fights, what it was like fighting at the Tokyo 2020 games, and his upbringing in Western Sydney. Paulo is ready to explode, and we can’t wait to follow along!
We also recap the massive UFC 276 event from the weekend, and go into detail why Alex Volkanovski is the GOAT.
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01:38:0306/07/2022
Ep 36: Eddie Hearn
We’re back with another massive episode! This week we chat to the biggest and best boxing promoter on the planet, Eddie Hearn. We were lucky enough to speak during his recent trip to Australia, as he announced Matchroom Boxing’s first event on Aussie shores! We chat about the rise in Australian boxing and how he plans to stage multiple events a year in this country, and also get his take on Jake Paul. Don’t miss this one.
We also preview this weeks huge UFC 276 PPV, with Alex Volkanovsk set to defend his featherweight title!
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01:29:4628/06/2022
Ep 35: Jake Matthews
The boys are back once again with another huge one! This week we sit down with UFC star Jake Matthews, fresh off his huge win at UFC 275. Jake tells us how he managed to shock the world with the best performance of his career to date, why he’s not happy with Andre Fiahlo, who he wants next, and plenty more! This was an excellent chat with one of Australia’s best fighters.
We also recap the excellent Fight Night from Austin, and look ahead to another big week of action!
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01:31:5122/06/2022
Ep 34: Issac Hardman
It’s a huge one this week, as the Headsplitter returns to Australia’s hottest podcast! Was great to have our man Issac back on, as he gives us the rundown on his upcoming fight on July 2. We chat about getting back to work after his first career loss in April, his thoughts about what happened that night, and how he’s focused on returning better than ever. This is a ripping chat with one of Aussie boxing’s best blokes.
We also review the huge UFC 275 card, and a whole lot more!
Hit the the download button and step into the ring.
01:41:3416/06/2022
Ep 33: Duke Didier
We are back with another big one! This week we sit down with The Duke of Canberra himself, Duke Didier. Fresh off signing a multi fight deal with ONE Fighting Championship, the future looks bright. We chat about his debut for ONE, the injuries that almost put an end to his career, fighting back from adversity, vintage wrestling and plenty more!
We also recap the Kambosos vs Haney event, and preview this weeks massive UFC PPV.
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01:53:0709/06/2022
Ep 32: Liam Wilson
Once again, we bring you the best athletes in Aussie combat sports! We sit down with Liam Wilson, one of Australia’s hardest hitting super featherweights! He is headlining his first No Limit event June 29, live on Fox Sports against Argentinian Matias Rueda, in what will be a must-watch fight!
We also preview this weeks UFC, and the massive Kambosos vs Haney title fight in Melbourne!
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01:30:1502/06/2022
Ep 31: Julian Big Daddy James
We are back again for another big one! Mako Shark has had a baby, and we’re talking to one of Australia’s greatest minds, Julian James. He was our first ever guest, and he’s back again with plenty to say! The brains behind Wrestlerock, the best rock n wrestling show in the country, we chat about this weekend big show in Melbourne, and so much more it’s hard to even keep up with.
Not only that, we discuss the week that was, and the week ahead!
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01:15:3125/05/2022
Ep 30: Dimps Gillies
We’re back again with another great episode! This week we chat to Dimps Gillies. Fresh off victory in a ‘fight of the year’ contender against Josh Kuhne, Dimps has stamped himself as one of the toughest blokes in the Australian MMA scene. A true fighter, and we can’t wait to see what’s next for him this year.
*apologies for some sound quality issues in the interview*
We also recap a big week in combat sports, and preview this weeks UFC Fight Night.
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01:12:3018/05/2022
Ep 29: Jai Opetaia
Another week, another huge guest! We’ve got Aussie boxing phenom Jai Opetaia on the show, who is 21-0 and fighting Mairis Briedis for the IBF cruiserweight world championship on July 2! He talks us through his preparation for this massive fight, competing with a broken hand, qualifying for the Olympics at age 16, and heaps more!
We also recap UFC 274, along with the potential fight of the year between our Man Josh Khune and Dimps Gillies. We dive into the Canelo vs Bivol, and preview a big week of fights.
You don't want to miss this one!
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01:37:1711/05/2022
Ep 28: Josh “The Kamikaze” Kuhne
We’re back with an absolute banger of an episode. This week we sit down with local phenom Josh “The Kamikaze” Kuhne! One of Australia’s most exciting MMA fighters, he headlines Eternal 65 this Saturday May 7. Having just signed with Paradigm Sports, it’s only a matter of time before he’s knocking on the door of the UFC. This is a ripping chat with a bloke that deals in violence!
We also preview the big UFC 274 PPV, as well as Canelo vs Bivol.
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01:26:0904/05/2022
Ep 27: Jackson Murray
We’re back with a bloody big one this week, as we welcome Jackson Murray on for a chat. Standing at 6’7, Jackson is one of Australia’s most exciting heavyweight prospects. With a 3-0 record, and with icon Jeff Fenech in his corner, 2022 promises to be an action packed year! Get around him!
We also recap the Tyson Fury fight, the return of Tyson Pedro, and discuss Arlene Blencowe’s war with Cyborg!
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01:45:2027/04/2022
Ep 26: Jimmy Crute
We are back this week with a Brute of an episode! Aussie UFC legend Jimmy Crute joins us for a ripping chat. Fresh off knee surgery, Jimmy gives us the rundown of his rehab, his change of mindset, what his goals are going forward, and tells us a few great stories about his career so far! Don’t miss this one.
We also recap the big Zerafa vs Hardman fight, and preview Arlene Blencowe’s big upcoming title shot vs Cyborg!
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01:28:4321/04/2022
Ep 25: Paul ‘Showtime’ Fleming
We are back with another huge show this week. Was an honour to sit down with Paul Fleming, one of Australia’s most exciting talents. Fresh off a fight of the year victory last month, we chat about what lies ahead now that he sits at 29-0!
A proud indigenous Australian, with one of the most incredible stories of perseverance against all odds you’ll ever hear, this is one podcast you don’t wanna miss!
Not only that, we recap the exciting UFC 273 card, where the GOAT Alex Volkanovski and Khamzat Chimaev shined.
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02:01:3913/04/2022
Ep 24: Andrew and Jason Moloney
It’s a huge episode this week, as we sit down with not 1, but 2 of Australia’s best boxers. Twins Andrew & Jason Moloney are both set to return to the ring this weekend, April 10 in California. They run us through their preparation, how they got their start in boxing, who would win in a fight between the 2, and heaps more!
Not only that, we recap Wrestlemania, and preview this weeks UFC 273.
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01:35:1006/04/2022
Ep 23: Benny Mahoney
The lads are back for another big one! Joining us this week is Aussie boxing hotshot Benny Mahoney. A former Australian Muay Thai champion, Ben is now 11-0 since making the switch over to boxing, and looking to take on the world in 2022! This is a great chat with one of the countries most promising talents.
Not only that, we cover all the weeks UFC action and recap a huge week for Aussies abroad in the boxing world. Hit the download button and step into the ring!
01:36:1330/03/2022
Ep 22: Dean Lonergan
Ep 22: Dean Lonergan
We’re back with another huge episode. This week, we sit down to chat with legendary promoter Dean Lonergan. He gives us his take on the upcoming Zerafa vs Hardman fight, the current boom in Australian boxing, why he thinks Justis Huni is the next big thing, and plenty more!
Not only that, we recap UFC London, and all the latest goings on in the boxing world.
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01:36:1823/03/2022
Ep 21: Jeff Fenech
The boys are back again this week with another huge guest! Australian boxing icon Jeff Fenech. We sit down for a great chat and cover a whole host of topics, including Jeff's famous battles with Azumah Nelson, his friendships with Mike Tyson and Shane Warne, dodgy judges, the state of Australian boxing, his passion for training young fighters, and much more! Don't miss this one.
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01:38:1415/03/2022
Ep 20: Linn Sandstrom
We're back with another huge episode! This week we sit down with professional boxer Linn Sandstrom. Fresh off her latest victory, she tells us all about her journey from professional table tennis in Sweden, to finding her passion inside a Sydney boxing gym. With a big 2022 planned, Linn is one of the most exciting talents in the country right now. Don't miss this one!
We also review the weekends UFC 272 event, preview the upcoming UFC fight night and chat about a huge week in combat sports.
So hit the download button and step into the cage!
01:42:0908/03/2022
Ep 19: Jack Bowen
Another week, another cracking guest! We sit down with Jack Bowen, one of the country's best young boxers. After an exceptional amateur career, Jack has recently jumped to 4-0 with 4 KO's. He's stepping into the ring once more on March 19th at the Melbourne Pavilion, Jack is a bloody ripping fella, and this is an episode not to be missed!
We also deep dive into this weeks mega UFC 272 card and chat about a very exciting local boxing debut! Hit the download button and step into the cage!
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01:32:2501/03/2022
Ep 18: Barry Hall
The boys are back again with a massive episode! We're excited to have Big Bad Bustling Barry Hall on this week. Currently starring on Channel 7's SAS Australia, and with a huge fight vs Sonny Bill Williams on March 23, there's plenty to chat about. Barry opens up on his career and life so far, including the difficult decision of quitting a promising career to pursue football.
This is definitely an episode not to be missed! Hit the download button and step into the ring.
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01:28:3523/02/2022
Ep 17: Josh Culibao
The Boys are back again with another huge episode. This week we sit down with rising Aussie UFC star Josh Culibao. He's gearing up for his 4th fight inside the UFC octagon, and talks us through his plans for 2022, how COVID has affected his training, how he got his start in MMA, what it's like interacting with Dana White, and a whole lot more! Josh is definitely one to keep an eye on in the future.
The boys also dissect the weekends huge UFC 271 event. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
01:47:1515/02/2022
Ep 16: Arlene Blencowe
It's another exciting week, as we welcome Arlene "Angerfist" Blencowe to the show! A true women's pioneer of Australian women's MMA, and the current number 1 contender for the Bellator featherweight title. We discuss her career, what its like fighting Cyborg, and how she's preparing for the rematch, and how she intends to help the next generation of female talent. Don't miss this one!
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02:03:1508/02/2022
Ep 15: Duane "GILLBERG" Gill
It's a big week, as we step back in time to the late 90's with WWE legend Gillberg! We chat about what is like being a part of the attitude era, what Vince McMahon is like to work for, his real relationship with Bill Goldberg, and how his Wrestlemania moment was taken away from him. You don't wanna miss this one. Hit the download button and step into the ring!
01:54:0201/02/2022
Ep 14: Jamie Mullarkey
It's another massive show this week as we welcome The Hooligan Jamie Mullarkey. With a huge fight booked for UFC 272 on March 5, we talk about his preparation, the torture of fight camp, how his UFC debut came about, celebrating a win on the Vegas strip, and a whole lot more. Hit the download button and step into the cage.
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01:17:4326/01/2022
Ep 13: Issac Hardman
Its a MASSIVE week on the show this week. We welcome Australian boxing prodigy "The Headsplitter" Issac Hardman on to talk about his upcoming fight against Michael Zerafa. Not only that, we announce a huge sponsorship deal, and preview this weeks UFC 270 PPV! Hit the download button and step into the cage.
01:26:3919/01/2022
Ep 12: Ben Damon
Its a huge episode this week, as we welcome Ben Damon onto the show. As the face of Australian boxing on both Fox Sports Australia and Main Event, nobody knows more about the world of Aussie boxing than Ben. We look ahead to what's coming up in 2022, as well as his previous work as a film maker. Hit the download button and step into the ring!
01:22:5612/01/2022
Ep 11: Welcome to the 2022 Season
Its 2022 and not even the omicron can stop Australia's hottest podcast! The boys are back and casting an eye over what is sure to be a huge year in the fight game, and the Shark Tank is back, bigger than ever. Hit the download button and step into the cage!
01:09:3204/01/2022
Ep 10: Christmas Vacation
After last weeks huge Buff Bagwell interview went viral, the boys are back with another big episode. We recap the final UFC event of the year, cast our eye over the latest edition of the Jake Paul circus, and get into the Christmas spirit! Hit the download button and step into the cage.
01:02:4821/12/2021
Ep 9: Buff Bagwell
We welcome professional wrestling icon Buff Bagwell onto the show this week. We dive deep into his career, as Buff tells us what it was like working during the height of the Monday night wars, his take on the infamous WWE firing, declining a Hall Of Fame induction, partying with The Nasty Boys, his thoughts on Hulk Hogan, Dennis Rodman and much more! You don't wanna miss this one. Hit the download button and step into the ring!
02:07:0415/12/2021
Ep 8: Whipper Snipper Drama
The boys are back with another huge episode. We discuss the previous weeks fights, breakdown the big UFC 269 card, and deal with an impatient neighbour with a whipper snipper! Hit the download button and step into the cage!
01:38:4908/12/2021
Ep 7: Mike Altamura
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01:54:3230/11/2021
Ep 6: Wild Will Tomlinson
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01:19:1823/11/2021
Ep 5: I'm not surprised, Motherfookers
The boys are back with another action packed episode! We touch on Max Holloway's recent war, recap the iconic McGregor vs Diaz 1, and throw in a bunch of other stuff including the Mako Shark Tank for good measure! Hit the download button and step into the cage.
01:16:0916/11/2021
Ep 4: How fooking good is being out of lockdown?
The lads are excited to be back at the pub and bringing you all the action from UFC 268 and the Canelo fight. Plus another high profile Shark Tank victim! Hit the download button and step into the cage.
01:18:3610/11/2021
Ep 3: Why are these names so hard to say?
The boys are back together for another huge ep! Tackling some of the trickiest names in sport, we recap a huge UFC267, introduce a brand new segment, preview this weeks massive UFC 268 card, and Mako's Shark Tank returns with the biggest bake yet! Hit the download button and step into the cage.
01:31:0031/10/2021
Ep 2: Who The Fook is Julian "Big Daddy" James?
The boys are back, this week welcoming special guest Julian James to discuss growing up in the golden years of professional wrestling. Plus, Mako's Shark Tank returns, and some UFC previews. Cheers!
01:50:1423/10/2021
Ep 1: What the fook is this?
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01:06:5416/10/2021