Forged in Ohio

JT Isenberg joins host Jake Murren for Episode 78 of Forged in Ohio. JT's a 3-1 amateur mixed martial artist who has an upcoming Bizzaro Promotions Lightweight title fight on August 3rd against Devon Watkins. In this episode, JT talks about how backyard fighting sparked his interest into MMA, winning three in a row after losing his amateur debut, what fans can expect when he fights for his first amateur title on August 3rd, and more. JT's a strong prospect in Ohio MMA, and it seems like he has all the tools to make a run after reinventing himself following his debut loss. Discover more about JT Isenberg by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out JT on social media:Instagram: @flyingknee_jt Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Clinton "The Courageous" Ewing joins host Jake Murren for Episode 77 of Forged in Ohio. Clinton's a 6-4 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a win against Matt Dugan for the Made Men Promotion's Featherweight Championship.  In this episode, Clinton talks about winning five of his six amateur fights via submission, finishing his amateur career by winning his first title, inspiring others on his journey, when he wants to make his pro debut, and more.  Clinton's a specialist when it comes to fighting, and when he joins the pro ranks in the coming months, he'll become one of the brightest prospects in all of Ohio MMA. Discover more about Clinton "The Courageous" Ewing by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Clinton on social media:Instagram: @clint_u_know Facebook: @clinton.ewing.3 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Hunter Watt joins host Jake Murren for the second time on Episode 76 of Forged in Ohio. Hunter is a 2-0 professional mixed martial artist coming off an impressive win at Caged Thunder 26.In this episode, Hunter talks about waiting for the right time to turn pro, how life changes when you make that transition, both his pro debut and recent win at Caged Thunder 26, and so much more. Hunter is a straight-up winner out of Route 250 Martial Arts, and there's no doubt that he has the skills to keep winning and make a name for himself in MMA. Discover more about Hunter Watt by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Hunter Watt, don't forget to check out Episode 5 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Hunter on social media:Instagram: @hunter_j_wattFacebook: @hunter.watt.505Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Kobe "Yellow Mamba" Woodall joins host Jake Murren for the second time on Episode 75 of Forged in Ohio. Kobe is a 2-1 professional mixed martial artist, and he's coming off a co-main event win at Caged Thunder 26.In this episode, Kobe talks about the brawl in his pro debut, breaking his arm following his first pro loss, coming back and winning at Caged Thunder 26, and so much more.Kobe is an extremely talented fighter out of Ronin Training Center, and he's only going to grow and put together his skills more in the future as he looks to stay active now that he's healthy. Discover more about Kobe "Yellow Mamba" Woodall by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Kobe "Yellow Mamba" Woodall, don't forget to check out Episode 9 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Kobe on social media:Instagram: @kobewoodall_Facebook: @kobe.woodallForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Joshua "The Flyin Hawaiian" Perreira joins host Jake Murren for the third time on Episode 74 of Forged in Ohio. Josh is a 4-0 professional mixed martial artist who is coming off a second-round KO win at LFA 180.In this episode, Josh talks about the win at LFA, fighting in Muhammad Ali's hometown, where he goes from here, his teammates at Immortal, and so much more.Josh is one of the most skilled and dangerous fighters in the state of Ohio, and big things are ahead of him when he expects to compete next in August. Discover more about Joshua "The Flyin Hawaiian" Perreira by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Joshua 'The Flyin Hawaiian" Perreira, don't forget to check out Episode 13 and Episode 49 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Josh on social media:Instagram: @therealjoshperreiraFacebook: @joshua.perreira.94Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

"Undead" Jeremy Riley joins host Jake Murren for Episode 73 of Forged in Ohio. Jeremy is a 3-3 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a devastating, first-round KO win at Caged Thunder 26. In this episode, Jeremy talks about the clean right hand that put his opponent to sleep in his last fight, the difficult journey of getting his record back to .500, fighting for his first amateur heavyweight championship on May 4th against Charlie Cleveland, and so much more. The recent success of Jeremy Riley has been incredible to watch. He’s on a two-fight win streak for the first time in his career, he’s won three of his last four, and his last loss was to Matt Beal in one of the craziest amateur fights you’ll ever watch. Discover more about "Undead" Jeremy Riley by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Jeremy on social media:Instagram: @undead_jeremy_rileyFacebook: @jeremy.riley.336Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Brandon Billiter joins host Jake Murren for Episode 72 of Forged in Ohio. Brandon is a 5-3 amateur mixed martial artist who retired from the sport at Caged Thunder 25. In this episode, Brandon talks about how he got into combat sports, why he decided to retire after eight amateur fights, his plans after fighting including MMA commentary, and so much more. You have to respect someone like Brandon in this combat sports space. He competed in several entertaining fights, and now he aims to give back his knowledge both in the gym, and behind a mic. Discover more about Brandon Billiter by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Brandon on social media:Instagram: @bbilliter135Facebook: @victorycantonForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Tobiaus "Freight Train" Taylor joins host Jake Murren for Episode 71 of Forged in Ohio. Tobiaus is the sixth-ranked pound-for-pound pro fighter in the state of Ohio, with a 7-6 record in MMA. In this episode, Tobiaus talks about his recent decision win on March 23rd, kickboxing on Team USA in 2021, why he's the most exciting fighter in Ohio, and so much more.Tobiaus has a ton of combat sports experience, and that translates to how skilled he’s become. Now, he believes that he's built the proper foundation to make a run in mixed martial arts. Discover more about Tobiaus "Freight Train" Taylor by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Tobiaus on social media:Instagram: @thechosen1_mmaFacebook: @tobiaus.taylor Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Forged in Ohio's second-ever live show took place at the Caged Thunder 26 pro weigh-ins! The show features six of the eight pro fighters competing at Caged Thunder 26 on Saturday, April 6th from the Chapparell's Center in Akron, Ohio.  This includes Brogan Endres who is set to fight Tyler "The Outlaw" Collins in the main event. Also, Hunter Watt, Melvin Harris, Shane Lehman, KO Butler, and J'Marr Moore join the show. All that and more on Forged in Ohio's live Caged Thunder 26 pro weigh-in show!Hunter Watt (2:23-4:51)Brogan Endres (4:51-7:54)KO Butler (7:54-11:35)Shane Lehman (11:35-15:21)Caged Thunder Promoter, Randy Jarvis (17:36-23:26)Melvin Harris (23:26-27:40)J'Marr Moore (27:40-31:43)Caged Thunder Commentator, Alex Henry (31:43-39:09) Check out Caged Thunder on social media:Instagram: @cagedthundermmaFacebook: @cagedthunderWebsite: @cagedthundermma.comForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Tony "The Latin Assassin" Tortorici joins host Jake Murren for Episode 70 of Forged in Ohio. Tony's the third-ranked pound-for-pound amateur fighter in Ohio, with a 6-0 record and three amateur titles. In this episode, Tony talks about balancing life as a fighter, staying active while dealing with multiple injuries, fighting for a fourth amateur championship on June 1st, and so much more. It's hard not to respect someone like Tony. He's done a lot as an amateur, and he's absolutely a fighter that Ohio MMA fans should be aware of as he continues his combat sports journey. Discover more about Tony "The Latin Assassin" Tortorici by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Tony on social media:Instagram: @babytony87Facebook: @tony.v.tortorici Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Melvin "Awesome" Harris joins host Jake Murren for Episode 69 of Forged in Ohio. Melvin is a 2-1 professional mixed martial artist who is set to compete in the co-main event of Caged Thunder 26 in April.In this episode, Melvin talks about his opponent Hunter Watt, needing to win inside the distance, competing in other disciplines in combat sports, staying active to achieve his goals, and so much more. Melvin's a highly skilled fighter, and he'll look to show evolution in his game when he steps in the cage on April 6th in what should be a very exciting co-main event of Caged Thunder 26. Discover more about Melvin "Awesome" Harris by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Melvin on social media:Instagram: @melvin_awesome_harrisFacebook: @melvin.awesomeForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Nic "The Gremlin" Lute joins host Jake Murren for Episode 68 of Forged in Ohio. Nic is a 6-6 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a first-round submission win in the co-main event of Caged Thunder: NexGen Fight Series 1. In this episode, Nic talks about the drama between him and his opponent Malcolm Jackson in his last fight, if he thinks the fight was his last in MMA, his future in combat sports, and so much more.Nic's done it all in an amateur career that has spanned over 10 years, and it's hard not to respect him when he's put on so many entertaining fights for Ohio MMA fans. Discover more about Nic "The Gremlin" Lute by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Nic on social media:Instagram: @luterz88Facebook: @nluteForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

"The Remarkable" Roman Parobek joins host Jake Murren for Episode 67 of Forged in Ohio. Roman is a 3-0 amateur mixed martial artist who has won all of his fights in the first round. In this episode, Roman talks about having a twin brother who also competes in MMA, stepping up on short notice in all of his fights, being able to finish all his fights, fighting for an amateur title this year, and so much more. At only 19 years old, Roman has finished all three of his fights inside the first round, and he knows he's close to fighting for an amateur championship and breaking out onto the Ohio MMA scene. Discover more about "The Remarkable" Roman Parobek by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Roman on social media:Instagram: @romanparobek Facebook: @romanparobekForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

David "The Great Nuke" Music joins host Jake Murren for Episode 66 of Forged in Ohio. David is a 5-1 amateur mixed martial artist who holds two amateur championships. In this episode, David talks about how he got into combat sports, training with UFC fighter Dylan Budka, his stunning knockout at Caged Thunder 25, turning pro this year, and so much more. David showed off his precision, power, and speed in his last fight, and proved that he's a dangerous fighter for anyone to be locked in the cage with. Discover more about David "The Great Nuke" Music by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out David on social media:Instagram: @greatnukemmaFacebook: @davidmusicForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Mo "Mo Show" Miller joins host Jake Murren for Episode 65 of Forged in Ohio. Mo is an 8-3 professional mixed martial artist who is coming off a main event win at Caged Thunder 25.In this episode, Mo talks about what his win at Caged Thunder 25 meant to him, bouncing back from wild circumstances surrounding his two-fight losing streak, proving to himself that he's the best in the world, his dream matchup in the UFC, and so much more. Mo's skillset is one-of-a-kind, and not only is he close to signing with a big promotion, but he's confident that he has what it takes to make waves when he arrives on the big stage. Discover more about Mo "Mo Show" Miller by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Mo on social media:Instagram: @_330mo_Facebook: @mo.miller.56 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Mark "The Caveman" Antonelli joins host Jake Murren for Episode 64 of Forged in Ohio. Mark is a 7-2 amateur mixed martial artist who intends on making his pro debut very soon.In this episode, Mark talks about going all in on his MMA journey, his recent standing guillotine submission at Caged Thunder 25 on seven days notice, competing at featherweight as a pro, and so much more. Mark's now one of the most exciting prospects to join the pro-MMA ranks in Ohio, and he's one of many great fighters who represent Ronin Training Center to have joined the show. Discover more about Mark "The Caveman" Antonelli by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Mark on social media:Instagram: @markantonelli_Facebook: @mark.antonelli.779 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Cornell Beachem Jr. joins host Jake Murren for Episode 63 of Forged in Ohio. Cornell is an All-American football player and a Division 3 NCAA Wrestling National Champion who will make his much anticipated MMA debut in March.In this episode, Cornell talks about how he started his athletic career, becoming Mount St. Joseph's first national champion in school history in 2022, what fans can expect out of his MMA debut, and so much more. Cornell might be the most athletic person to join Forged in Ohio, and he'll attempt to conquer a third sport by breaking out onto the Ohio MMA scene when he debuts in March. Discover more about Cornell Beachem Jr. by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Cornell on social media:Instagram: @cornellbeachemjr Facebook: @cornell.beachem.35 Twitter: @cornelljr_1 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants

Chase "The Archangel" Archangelo joins host Jake Murren for the second time on Episode 62 of Forged in Ohio. Chase is a 5-0 amateur mixed martial artist, and he recently won the Caged Thunder Welterweight Championship at Caged Thunder 25.In this episode, Chase talks about what winning his first amateur MMA title meant to him, if he's been tested in his career so far, training at Strong Style, his plans to turn pro, and so much more. Chase is one of the most talented fighters competing in Ohio, and he proves how undeniable he is every time he steps into the octagon. Discover more about Chase "The Archangel" Archangelo by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Chase "The Archangel" Archangelo, don't forget to check out Episode 27 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Chase on social media:Instagram: @carch170Facebook: @chasearchangeloForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants/

Forged in Ohio's second-ever special show took place at the Xtreme Kickboxing: The New Era media night. The show features four of the eight pro kickboxers competing at Xtreme Kickboxing: The New Era on Saturday, January 20th from the Akron Civic Theatre. This includes Jason "Jaguar" Jones who is set to compete in the main event. Also, Cleveland native Tobiaus “Freight Train” Taylor, Jordan “Hitmonlee” Willis, and Jamon “The Boogieman” Cooke join the show. And it wouldn't be a pre-fight show without UFC Veteran and Xtreme Kickboxing founder Ryan Madigan and 7x World Kickboxing Champion Pete “Sugarfoot” Cunningham. All that and more on Forged in Ohio's Xtreme Kickboxing: The New Era Pre-Fight Show! Jason "Jaguar" Jones (2:32-5:07)Tobiaus “Freight Train” Taylor (5:08-8:04)Jamon “The Boogieman” Cooke (8:05-9:56)Jordan “Hitmonlee” Willis (9:57-12:21) UFC Veteran and Xtreme Kickboxing founder Ryan Madigan (12:22-19:02)7x World Kickboxing Champion Pete “Sugarfoot” Cunningham (19:03-24:52)Check out Xtreme Kickboxing on social media:Instagram: @xtremekickboxingpromotionsFacebook: @xtremekick1Website: @xtremekickboxingpromotions.comForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants/

Alex "Aleko" Poinar joins host Jake Murren for Episode 61 of Forged in Ohio. Alex is a 3-3 professional mixed martial artist, and he fights in the main event of WFC 165 in Cleveland on January 27th.In this episode, Alex talks about the gamble he took in moving to Las Vegas nearly five years ago, training at Xtreme Couture, facing adversity, his upcoming fight on the 27th, and so much more.  Alex knows he has the skills to become a world champion one day, and it all starts in the much-anticipated main event of WFC 165 where he fights in Ohio for the first time in over seven years. Discover more about Alex "Aleko" Poinar by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Alex on social media:Instagram: @aleko_125 Facebook: @apoinar Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants/