Eryk Anders interview with UFC announcer Brendan Fitzgerald | Fitz Nation PodcastUFC veteran Eryk Anders joins Brendan Fitzgerald to talk about his journey to becoming an MMA fighter and getting to the UFC.  Anders grew up in a military family, moving often throughout his childhood and living in all parts of the world.In this chat, he talks about the grind of earning a college football scholarship at Alabama, finding jiu jitsu and martial arts after college, and becoming an MMA fighter.  He&apos;s getting ready for another UFC appearance at UFC Fight Night in November against Roman Dolidze.CONNECT WITH FITZ ??? Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrendanFitzTV? Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/brendanfitztv/

Fitz & A Fighter

Eryk Anders

Charles Rosa has been a steady customer in the UFC featherweight division for nearly 10 years.  The Boston native has produced memorable fights, like when he fought Yair Rodriguez at UFC Mexico City to a Fight of the Night bonus.  He also produced a Fight of the Night vs. Shane Burgos, and an incredible return to action after a neck injury with a submission win over Manny Bermudez in October of 2019 in his home city of Boston.Rosa has a recent win over Justin Jaynes and he takes on Damon Jackson coming up on October 9, 2021 at UFC Fight Night on ESPN+.   Charles&apos; charity CHUCKY&apos;S FIGHT:  http://www.chuckysfight.comCONNECT WITH CHARLES? Twitter - https://twitter.com/CharlesRosaMMA? Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/charlesrosammaCONNECT WITH FITZ ??? Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrendanFitzTV? Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/brendanfitztv/

Charles Rosa

Ricky Turcios is coming off his win at UFC Fight Night in August, a victory which crowned him winner of The Ultimate Fighter.A veteran of season 1 of Dana White&apos;s Contender Series, Turcios was the standout personality on the The Return of the Ultimate Fighter for his positive attitude and the amazing fights he delivered.He ultimately earned a win over Brady Hiestand to win the tournament.CONNECT WITH RICKY? Twitter - https://twitter.com/rickyhadouken? Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/rickyturciosCONNECT WITH FITZ ??? Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrendanFitzTV? Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/brendanfitztv

Ricky Turcios

Devonte Smith is a rising lightweight contender in the UFC.  He is 3-1 since joining the UFC in 2018 with all 3 wins coming by knockout.From Cleveland, Devonte has had to ride the rollercoaster of life&apos;s ups and downs, coming from a big family and draws inspiration from his mother to always make things work.Devonte talks with Fitz about his early years and being a martial arts fan, his early career when he stopped fighting to work and help buy a house for his family, and much more!He has a fight coming up on October 2nd vs. Jamie Mullarkey at UFC Fight Night on ESPN+.

Devonte Smith

Dan Ige chats with UFC announcer Brendan Fitzgerald about becoming a dad as a fighter, mental approach, what he learned from Khabib Nurmagomedov, his future as an MMA manager and much more.Ige is coming off a main event appearance in the UFC over the summer against The Korean Zombie.FOLLOW :Twitter: https://twitter.com/dynamitedan808Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dynamitedan808CONNECT WITH FITZ ??? Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrendanFitzTV? Instagram -  https://www.instagram.com/brendanfitztv/

Dan Ige

Mike Moor, better known as "Mindset Mike," is a mental coach for combat sports athletes, including fighters in the UFC.I thought since a lot of my conversations with fighters have gone down a path of personal development and mindset traits that have allowed them to reach the sport&apos;s top level, it would be interesting to talk to someone who helps get them there.  This is part 2 of my interview with Mike and I think anyone interested in the realm of the mindset of world-class athletes will enjoy! 

Mindset Mike - Part 2

Mike Moor, better known as "Mindset Mike," is a mental coach for combat sports athletes, including fighters in the UFC.I thought since a lot of my conversations with fighters have gone down a path of personal development and mindset traits that have allowed them to reach the sport&apos;s top level, it would be interesting to talk to someone who helps get them there.  This is part 1 of my interview with Mike and I think anyone interested in the realm of the mindset of world-class athletes will enjoy! 

Mindset Mike - Part 1

Mickey Gall is coming off a win over Jordan Williams at UFC Fight Night: Sandhagen vs. Dillashaw (UFC Vegas 32).Gall got back into the win column with a rear naked choke submission in the first round.In this interview, Brendan Fitzgerald and Mickey Gall discuss his upbringing in New Jersey, the quick start to his UFC career, which included wins over CM Punk and Sage Northcutt, as well as his recent mindset and growth as he continues his career. ? Check out FITZ NATION on YouTube?? FOLLOW MICKEY GALL: Twitter: @MickeyGallInstagram:  @mickeygall?? CONNECT WITH FITZ:Twitter: @BrendanFitzTVInstagram: @brendanfitztv

Mickey Gall - Part 2

Mickey Gall - Part 1

Here is part 2 of my interview with Billy Quarantillo!UFC featherweight Billy Quarantillo is coming off his fight vs. Gabriel Benitez in which he not only won, but also scored a Fight of the Night bonus at UFC Fight Night on July 17.  Quarantillo is an all-action fighter who has also delivered wins over Spike Carlyle and Kyle Nelson and he&apos;s also fought top prospect Gavin Tucker.Billy Quarantillo once appeared on The Ultimate Fighter.  After that wasn&apos;t his ticket to the UFC, he racked up more MMA wins to get a spot on Dana White&apos;s Contender Series.  A win over Kamuela Kirk ultimately got him his UFC contract.He is now focused on climbing the UFC rankings and becoming a UFC champion!

Billy Quarantillo - Part 2

Here is part 1 of my interview with Billy Quarantillo!UFC featherweight Billy Quarantillo is coming off his fight vs. Gabriel Benitez in which he not only won, but also scored a Fight of the Night bonus at UFC Fight Night on July 17.  Quarantillo is an all-action fighter who has also delivered wins over Spike Carlyle and Kyle Nelson and he&apos;s also fought top prospect Gavin Tucker.Billy Quarantillo once appeared on The Ultimate Fighter.  After that wasn&apos;t his ticket to the UFC, he racked up more MMA wins to get a spot on Dana White&apos;s Contender Series.  A win over Kamuela Kirk ultimately got him his UFC contract.He is now focused on climbing the UFC rankings and becoming a UFC champion!

Billy Quarantillo - Part 1

This is part 2 of Andre Fili&apos;s interview on Fitz Nation.  Check out the previous episode for part 1.? Check out FITZ NATION on YouTube?? FOLLOW SANTIAGO PONZINIBBIO: Twitter: @touchyfiliInstagram:  @touchyfili?? CONNECT WITH FITZ:Twitter: @BrendanFitzTVInstagram: @brendanfitztv

Andre Fili - part 2

UFC featherweight veteran Andre Fili joins Brendan Fitzgerald on the newest episode of Fitz Nation.Fili is coming off a disappoining &apos;no contest&apos; result in his last fight, where he was showing arguably the best form of his career before an eye poke.  He has been in the UFC a long time and really has come a long way since coming from a broken home in Washington state.He has grown into a leader at Team Alpha Male in Sacramento and has much to be proud of, but of course, his focus is on the future and winning a UFC championship.? Check out FITZ NATION on YouTube?? FOLLOW SANTIAGO PONZINIBBIO: Twitter: @touchyfiliInstagram:  @touchyfili?? CONNECT WITH FITZ:Twitter: @BrendanFitzTVInstagram: @brendanfitztv

Andre Fili - Part 1

Hello again fight fans of Fitz Nation!Here is part 2 of the Best of 2021 (so far).In this episode:Drew Dober on what clicked to lead him to contentionGerald Meerschaert on what everyone needs to know to succeedMichael Chiesa on the value of losingGilbert Burns recalling watching Kamaru Usman vs. Colby CovingtonChris Daukaus on being the only person in charge of achieving your goalsSantiago Ponzinibbio&apos;s crazy journey to Brazil to start his MMA career

Fitz Nation - Best of 2021 (so far) - Part 2

Hey folks!  Decided to pull together a few memorable clips from the first half of this year.  I believe the show has found a groove and I&apos;m proud to have a solid foundation of what I want the style of these interviews to be.I hope that together, we can learn from the great athletes, coaches and people connected to the UFC in what has helped them achieve and what they&apos;re hoping for next.In this episode:Kevin Holland on the unique relationship with his parents.Marlon "Chito" Vera on the benefits of being an immigrant.Dominick Cruz on what allowed him to succeed in the fight game.Michael Bisping on why he got into acting.Will release a part 2 later this week!  

Fitz Nation - Best of 2021 (so far) - Part 1

UFC play-by-play announcer Brendan Fitzgerald goes 1-on-1 with UFC fighters to get their journey in their own words.

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Fitz & A Fighter

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