Big Sexy Sean McCorkle Part 2 - UFC Exit, Monte Cox, Steroids, Wild Post-UFC Fights & More | Episode 333Big Sexy Sean McCorkle returns for an even more unfiltered Part 2. Shawn opens up about his controversial UFC departure after Joe Silva’s warnings about his tweets, the “risk vs reward” conversation, and his raw farewell message. He dives deep into his relationship with manager Monty Cox, handshake deals, pay-per-view points battles, and behind-the-scenes UFC politics with Dana White, the Fertittas, and discretionary bonuses.Sean shares hilarious and chaotic post-UFC stories: the legendary Mike Hayes fight hype prank that hit Yahoo Sports, last-minute opponent negotiations, cutting to 285 on Winstrol/Anavar, the Cameron Befort (not Vitor Belfort) finish, and a wild post-fight “Fidel Castro / Free Cuba” shoutout in Miami. He also discusses steroid cycles, weight cuts, near-misses with Jason Guida, Bellator dealings, and memorable run-ins with Travis Brown, Matt Mitrione, Brendan Schaub, and more.Plus: the WWE offer, pro wrestling stories, family life, his son’s comedy ambitions, and why he has zero regrets living life on his own terms.Drop your questions for Part 3 in the comments — we’re bringing Big Sexy back!Subscribe for more early UFC, EliteXC, Cage Rage, and regional MMA history deep dives.The MMA History Podcast preserves raw, untold stories from the pioneers who built the sport.

0:00 start

0:43 MMA history podcast intro

1:15 Joey Venti’s guest introduction

1:31 interview start

2:00 getting recognized internationally

4:27 departing from the UFC

7:41 UFC becoming anti free speech

10:54 dealings with Monte Cox

14:42 thoughts on Dana White

15:55 UFC not paying fighters for public appearances

19:45 looking for fights after UFC release

20:52 issues with Sam Hoger

22:14 hyping up fight with Mike Hayes “ canceled bout”

32:41 offered fight with Tony Lopez

33:31 negotiating fight with Cameron Befort

39:37 Sean McCorkle vs Cameron Befort

39:47 controversial post fight interview

41:58 understanding fight capabilities

45:10 bad experience with the Schmo

46:29 travis Brown story

52:32 Sean McCorkle vs Alex Rozman

54:03 turning down Hollywood producers

56:22 getting an offer from the WWE

57:35 meeting professional wrestlers at signings

1:00:56 talking to Alex Rozman after fight

1:04:05 sending Alex Rozman money for commissary

1:07:06 UFC refusing to let Sean McCorkle return

1:08:42 the Fertitta brothers ties to the Mob

1:10:15 Sean McCorkle vs Justin Grizzard

1:12:34 interactions with Alex Trujillo

1:14:12 Sean McCorkle vs Richard White

1:16:01 Pat Curran vs Joe Warren “bad stoppage”

1:19:29 Sean McCorkle vs Christian Morecraft

1:21:51 Joe Silva refusing to book local fighters

1:23:57 receiving front row tickets from Dana White

1:28:14 next chapter of fight career

1:29:38 Sean McCorkle’s son pursuing comedy

1:31:11 roasting Brandon Schaub online

1:36:36 issues with hosting a podcast

1:39:03 having unbelievable stories

1:43:03 interview wrap up

1:43:13 outro/ closing thoughts

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MMA History Podcast #332: Marcus Davis "The Irish Hand Grenade" – TUF 2, UFC Wars, Supernatural Eye Healing & Street Life

In this explosive episode, we sit down with former UFC welterweight contender and boxing standout Marcus Davis, the Irish Hand Grenade. Marcus delivers one of our most raw and unforgettable interviews of the year, opening up about his brutal upbringing in Maine, brushes with the juvenile justice system, family trauma, and the darker characters from the boxing world — including surprising mafia ties and Whitey Bulger connections.

He details his casting for The Ultimate Fighter Season 2, a near career-ending torn retina that miraculously healed in what he describes as a supernatural event (complete with Dana White's stunned reaction), his transition from boxer to complete MMA fighter, and his exciting early UFC run. Marcus also shares wild TUF house stories with Jorge Gurgel, Melvin Guillard, Rashad Evans, and more — plus insights on training with Matt Hughes, Rich Franklin, and his intense rivalry with "The Muscle."

Marcus recounts his rough childhood spent in survival mode, how he broke the generational cycle for his kids, his boxing roots and early MMA journey with Tim Sylvia, the full TUF 2 casting drama and house life, his UFC debut fights, shoulder injuries, and the seven-fight win streak that followed. He also dives into encounters with organized crime figures and the survival instincts that kept him alive through it all.

This is Part 1 — Marcus has already agreed to Part 2, so drop your questions in the comments (he reads them!).If you love raw MMA history, behind-the-scenes UFC stories, fighter comebacks, and untold tales from the golden era, this is essential listening.

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MMA History Podcast – Preserving the real stories of mixed martial arts.

In this powerful episode of the MMA History Podcast, host Mike Davis sits down with Mark Schultz, 1984 Olympic Gold Medalist, three-time NCAA champion, and one of the earliest crossover stars from wrestling into mixed martial arts.Mark opens up about his legendary wrestling journey — from high school state champion to dominating college wrestling at UCLA and the University of Oklahoma, his iconic NCAA finals battles including the legendary 1982 match versus Ed Banach, and his unforgettable 1984 Olympic run where he broke the number one ranked wrestler’s arm en route to gold.

He also shares rare stories about his brother Dave Schultz, the Foxcatcher tragedy, and the lasting impact of John du Pont’s murder of Dave.Mark discusses his introduction to Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu with Rickson Gracie, early MMA insights and training with Pedro Sauer, behind-the-scenes stories from the wild formative era of combat sports, and the Schultz brothers’ unique wrestling style, mindset, and unbreakable bond.

A must-watch for wrestling fans, MMA historians, and anyone interested in the real Foxcatcher story, Olympic wrestling in the 1980s, and the roots of modern MMA.

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