TSC News Podcast

Bellator 249 In Review: Cris Cyborg's First Submission Win!

Bellator featherweight champion Cris Cyborg Justino discusses her second round submission win over Arlene Blencowe in the Bellator 249 main event on CBS Sports Network, possibly boxing Katie Taylor, PFL's Kayla Harrison, and linking back up with Kings MMA coach Rafael Cordeiro. Plus: We hear from Bellator President Scott Coker who chats with MMA media about Bellator 249, previews Bellator 250: Gegard Mousasi vs. Douglas Lima, flyweight champion Ilima-Lei MacFarlane's status, Dillon Danis, Michael Chandler to UFC, and talks the resumption of the featherweight grand prix featuring Patricio Pitbull! Audio courtesy of and provided by Bellator MMA and BZA PR.
 
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Teofimo Lopez Jr. on Beating Vasiliy Lomachenko, Devin Haney

Teofimo Lopez discusses defeating Vasiliy Lomachenko for the undisputed lightweight championship live on ESPN’s Top Rank Boxing main event, fighting Devin Haney, getting from respect from media, and if he plans on giving Loma a rematch for the gold! 
 
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WWE Draft 2020 Review - TSC Podcast #67

TSC News editor Fred Richani recaps the maligned WWE Draft 2020 featuring The Fiend Bray Wyatt to Monday Night Raw, Seth Rollins to Friday Night SmackDown, Lana as a number one contender, the tag team titles switching like Pokemon cards, and plenty of wrestlers staying put. Plus: Thoughts on the current WWE Hell in a Cell 2020 card and the problematic employment of Lars Sullivan, Austin Theory, Velveteen Dream, and Matt Riddle during the Speaking Out movement.
 
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Matt Riddle, WWE Sued for $10 Million Each by Candy Cartwright | #SpeakingOut

TSC News host Fred Richani discusses former independent Samantha Tavel aka Candy Cartwright's lawsuit against WWE, EVOLVE Wrestling, Gabe Sapolsky, and her alleged abuser and former partner Matt Riddle, as originally reported by the Chicago Sun-Times. Tavel, with the backing of attorney John Chwarzynski, is suing the parties for $10 million EACH and is not backing down from accusing Riddle of sexual assault in May 2018.
 
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Chicago Bears Legend Jim McMahon on NFL Career, Overcoming Injuries - TSC Podcast #66

TSC News host Fred Richani interviews legendary Chicago Bears quarterback Jim McMahon about his fantastic NFL career, winning a Super Bowl with the unforgettable 1985 Bears, the infamous Super Bowl Shuffle music video, overcoming injuries and long-term effects of concussions, his Hall of Fame level tenure at BYU, how he started out as a PUNTER, and life after football in this blunt, fun interview!
 
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Broncos Head Coach Vic Fangio on First Win Over Jets, Brett Rypien

Denver Broncos (1-3) head coach Vic Fangio discusses his team's first win over the 2020 season over the New York Jets (0-4), Gregg Williams' defense taking cheap shots, quarterback Brett Rypien's first start, running back Melvin Gordon's game-clinching rushing touchdown, wide receiver Jerry Jeudy's big play, outside linebacker Bradley Chubb returning to Pro Bowl form, benching QB Jeff Driskel, and preparing for the New England Patriots in Week 5. Audio courtesy of and provided by the Denver Broncos organization and media site.
 
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WWE Clash of Champions 2020 Review - Gold Rush, COVID Chaos

TSC News editor Fred Richani recaps the WWE Clash of Champions 2020 Gold Rush PPV results featuring Drew McIntyre finally vanquishing Randy Orton with some help from WWE legends, Roman Reigns vs. Jey Uso for the Universal Championship, a number of wrestlers not being medically cleared for some reason, Sasha Banks surprising Bayley with an attack, and much more! Plus: The latest WWE and AEW news!
 
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Major NFL Week 2 Injuries - Saquon Barkley, Nick Bosa Out for Season?

TSC News editor Fred Richani recaps an unbelievably brutal NFL Week 2 of the 2020 season, unfortunately headlined by a rash of injuries to star players during and even before games. Plus: A review of the first half of Week 2 games including Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers bouncing back against the Carolina Panthers! 
 
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Why Mental Health Matters in Sports and Life with Eric Kussin - TSC Podcast #65

TSC News editor Fred Richani interviews former sports executive Eric Kussin, founder of We're A Little Crazy, bringing together Athletes, Celebrities, and Expert Practitioners to raise awareness and help people in all things mental health. Kussin discusses his 15 year career as a sports executive, tumultuous downward spiral, what/who saved his life, founding We're All A Little Crazy, linking up with athletes and celebrity supporters, why the media gets mental health stories so wrong, how to mentally cope through the pandemic, and why the Same Here Global Mental Health Movement is so important to him.
Time Stamps: 00:00 Introducing Eric Kussin, 01:51 #SameHere Movement, 04:11 Mental health organizations, 08:08 Eric Kussin on sports business career: why it ended, 23:37 downward spiral/overcoming depression, 33:45 How breathing and diet affect mental health, 37:21 Mental health tips for quarantine/pandemic, 42:44 Find Eric Kussin Online
 
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Bellator 246: Archuleta vs. Mix Post-Fight Press Conference

New Bellator bantamweight champion Juan Archuleta, Patrick Mix, and Bellator President Scott Coker reflect on Bellator 246 and future plans. Mix gives his take on if he believes the unanimous decision should've gone his way. Archuleta discusses finally winning the Bellator gold and his desire to fight in Spain. Coker gives his thoughts on Bellator 245: Davis vs. Machida 2, Bellator 246: Archuleta vs. Mix, AEW wrestler Jake Hager, and the Paramount Network as the promotion moves to CBS Sports Network in October. 
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AEW All Out 2020 Review, WWE Third Party Controversy

TSC News editor Fred Richani and Ajayne Totten recap the All Elite Wrestling All Out 2020 results in what might be the worst pay-per-view in AEW history. While there was some good action on All Out, it was marred by silliness and a very real concussion suffered by Matt Hardy, as well as close calls with the debuting Matt Sydal and Darby Allin. Plus: WWE Clash of Champions 2020 card and WWE's Vince McMahon inexplicably coming down hard on wrestlers earning money via third party platforms.
 
Time Stamps: 00:00 Worst AEW PPV ever, 02:02 Matt Hardy’s concussion, 12:23 AEW All Out 2020 Buy In Recap, 13:34 AEW All Out 2020 PPV Review, 46:10 Tony Khan on Matt Hardy, concussion protocol, announce team, 49:50 WWE, Vince McMahon banning wrestlers from using third party services, 59:52 WWE releases AOP, TV ratings, WWE Clash of Champions card, Sasha Banks and Bayley breakup
 
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WWE Payback 2020 Review - Roman Reigns Turns Heel?

TSC News editor Fred Richani recaps the WWE Payback 2020 results featuring Roman Reigns' official heel turn with Paul Heyman, Keith Lee upsetting Randy Orton, and three major title changes! Plus: We preview All Elite Wrestling's AEW Alll Out 2020 PPV! 
 
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Lakers, Clippers Vote to Boycott Season - NBA Playoffs Cancelled? | TSC Podcast #64

TSC News editor Fred Richani gives his raw thoughts on the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers reportedly voting to boycott the NBA season per Shams Charania of The Athletic. Per the report, LeBron James and the entire Lakers and Clippers teams have decided not to play for the remainder of the NBA Playoffs in protest of social injustice and racial inequality. On Wednesday afternoon, the Milwaukee Bucks boycotted Game 5 vs. the Orlando Magic in the wake of the Jacob Blake tragedy and the unfortunate tragedies that followed in Kenosha. NBA governors (owners) and commissioner Adam Silver will meet 11am/ET Thursday to decide if the season can and will proceed. 
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WWE SummerSlam 2020 Review - Roman Reigns Returns, NXT Controversy

TSC News editor Fred Richani recaps the WWE SummerSlam 2020 results featuring Roman Reigns' return, Drew McIntyre surviving Randy Orton, the dreaded Braun Strowman vs. The Fiend Bray Wyatt trilogy match, Mandy Rose sending Sonya Deville packing, Asuka regaining the Raw Women's Championship, Bayley and Sasha Banks dissension, Dominik Mysterio's debut against Seth Rollins, and the announcement of Keith Lee to the main roster! Plus: Fred's thoughts on NXT TakeOver 30, Paul "Triple H" Levesque sticking by Velveteen Dream, and AEW's upcoming All Out PPV.
 
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Bellator 244 Post-Fight: Nemkov Defeats Bader

Check out the official Bellator 244: Bader vs. Nemkov post-fight press conference featuring Bellator president Scott Coker and new Bellator light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov of Team Fedor! Nemkov discusses his huge win over Ryan Bader, potentially fighting Corey Anderson, Jon Jones congratulating him, and making his mentor Fedor Emelianenko proud. Plus: Coker discusses re-signing Valerie Loureda, negotiations with Michael Chandler, how Vadim Nemkov stacks up against UFC light heavyweights, the safety measures taken at Mohegan Sun Arena, his relationship with Showtime Boxing, and much more! Media coverage courtesy of Bellator MMA and BZA PR.
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Wrestling Observer's Dave Meltzer on WWE vs. AEW, Legendary Career - TSC Podcast #63

TSC News editor Fred Richani interviews legendary combat sports journalist Dave Meltzer about his decorated media career, founding the Wrestling Observer Newsletter, working with Bryan Alvarez on F4WOnline, WWE's downward trend, AEW outperforming WWE NXT in ratings, the UFC's 2020 boom period, how life has changed during the pandemic, his favorite football players growing up, the Las Vegas Raiders, why Vince McMahon should step down as Chairman, Al Davis comparisons, whether or not his abs are still better than John Morrison's, his advice for success, and much more!
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HBO Max's Happily Ever Avatar Stars Jake and Chelsea on Gaming, Dating - TSC Podcast Episode 62

TSC News editor Fred Richani interviews Chelsea Caldwell and Jake Norton, stars of HBO Max's new video game-themed reality dating series "Happily Ever Avatar!" Jake and Chelsea discuss meeting through World of Warcraft, the challenges 2020 has posed, why WoW remains awesome all these years later, the local Esports scene, their newfound fame on HBO Max, and of course, their favorite video games! Happily Ever Avatar is streaming now on HBO Max!
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Chiefs QB Patrick Mahomes on Sammy Watkins, Kansas City Royals Ownership

Kansas City Chiefs quarterback Patrick Mahomes chats with football media at team training camp about the 2020 NFL season, registering to vote, buying a minority stake in the Kansas City Royals MLB team, his incredibly talented wide receivers Sammy Watkins, Mecole Hardman, and Tyreek Hill, as well as his thoughts on rookie running back Clyde Edwards-Helaire and guard Kelechi Osemele! Audio courtesy of and provided by the Kansas City Chiefs organization.
 
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Cleveland Browns Head Coach Kevin Stefanski on Odell Beckham, Baker Mayfield

First-year Cleveland Browns head coach Kevin Stefanski chats with media at team training camp about quarterback Baker Mayfield's progress in offseason, wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr.'s concerns about the 2020 NFL season, center JC Tretter's impact, WR Jarvis Landry's Week 1 status, players' commitment to social justice, veteran backup QB Case Keenum, and what he expects as kickoff draws near! Audio courtesy of and provided by the Cleveland Browns organization and media site.
 
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Shane McMahon Presents WWE Raw Underground?!

TSC News editor Fred Richani reacts to Shane McMahon returning to WWE Monday Night Raw to introduce the company's wackiest concept yet: RAW UNDERGROUND. Raw Underground is WWE's new worked MMA concept featuring NXT wrestlers "fighting" in a no ropes ring in a Dollar Tree version of Fight Club with a thousand Kevin Dunn camera cuts. Has Vince McMahon finally lost his damn mind as the WWE Raw ratings continue to tank?!
 
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