Join Fernanda as she sprays down the showers, wipes down the ring and shuts off the lights one last time. More from Fanbyte:Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!)Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.)T

BREAKING: Karim Zidan Likes Fun

Nov 3rd, 2021 1h 22m

Investigative journalist Karim Zidan joins Fernanda to discuss his groundbreaking and dangerous work in the field of MMA, growing up in Egypt under martial law, the fetishization of trauma, doom scrolling, his former life as a DJ, pride vs. pat

The Mith of Mindenhall

Oct 27th, 2021 1h 16m

Tenured MMA writer/podcaster Chuck Mindenhall takes to Best Camp and breaks his silence for an extremely candid conversation covering his history as a writer, the various outlets he's written for, his current podcasting and literary initiatives

Fernanda Returns

Oct 20th, 2021 1h 10m

Fernanda and Booboo are back from their European vacation for a wide-ranging conversation that touches on everything from Jim Miller's status as a human air fryer, to Bolsonaro's cursed presidency. Also Conor McGregor might have punched an Ital

Freaky Fernanda: Megan Olivi Revisited

Oct 13th, 2021 1h 18m

Fernanda recites an incantation while exploring ancient ruins and inadvertently swaps bodies with her producer, Jordan. Can they reverse the curse in time to save Fernanda's marriage and Jordan's career?! In the meantime, we revisit a classic i

Double Dragon Reviews Review

Oct 6th, 2021 1h 5m

It's our 50th episode (for the second time!) and to celebrate Fernanda and Booboo watched 1994's Double Dragon, starring Mark Dacascos, Scott Wolf, Alyssa Milano and Robert Patrick. In addition to sharing their own thoughts on the film's succes

A Breather With Tim Bissell

Sep 29th, 2021 1h 7m

Tim Bissell, editor and deputy site manager at Bloody Elbow, regales Fernanda with stories of faking reality television for the Canadian market, his transition out of TV and into MMA journalism, how he came to interview the brother of a terrori

Oh My God, That’s Jimmy Smith’s Music!

Sep 22nd, 2021 47m 59s

To celebrate our 50th episode (if you do the math a certain way), Fernanda is joined by the voice of WWE Monday Night Raw himself, Jimmy Smith. Smith is also an accomplished MMA fighter, the host of ESPN's UFC Fight Camp and Sirius XM's Unlocki

We Interrupt This Podcast To Emotionally Unravel

Sep 15th, 2021 22m 5s

Fernanda rides solo for an introspective update on life, happiness, and the pursuit of podcasting in 2021.Fanbyte Podcast Network (We do other podcasts too!)Follow us on Twitter (Yell at us on Twitter in good ways.)Talk to us on Discor

Booboo's Drag Race

Sep 8th, 2021 1h 9m

Local husband Rodrigo del Campo (aka Booboo) joins Fernanda to discuss recent Contender Series developments, Fernanda's new endeavor to get swole, Paddy Pimblett's recent TKO/shitty Twitter opinions, the everlasting illegal move debate, and mor

Dan Tom Part 2: Back On Our Bullshit

Sep 1st, 2021 1h 24m

MMA analyst extraordinaire Dan Tom returns as the first person reckless enough to talk to Fernanda twice. The reunited pair discuss how the world has changed since Dan's appearance last November, including the precipitous rise in anti-Asian hat

A Pint With Petesy Carroll

Aug 25th, 2021 1h 20m

Fernanda is joined by prolific MMA journalist Petesy Carroll (The Ringer, MMA On Point, everywhere else) to discuss Jared Cannonier's empty bank account, Jake Paul's obviously receding hairline, Conor McGregor's waning popularity in Ireland, fe

Made With Real Juice (Jackson)

Aug 18th, 2021 1h 18m

Juice Jackson of Friendly Sparring Podcast joins Fernanda to discuss MMA podcasting life, Doja Cat and the dangers of edibles, getting ice-cream with Gegard Mousasi, how seeing a guy's leg snap off can affect your concentration, and more. Fa

How Not to Hate MMA With Zane Simon

Aug 11th, 2021 1h 19m

Zane Simon, Associate Editor for Bloody Elbow and host of the MMA Vivisection, joins Fernanda to discuss Ciryl Gane's interim championship victory at UFC 265, Zane's process for fight analysis, the average lifespan of an MMA fan, becoming (mild

Candid Shots With Esther Lin

Aug 4th, 2021 1h 15m

Combat sports photographer Esther Lin joins Fernanda to discuss life as a photog in the pandemic, working for yourself vs. working on assignment, MMA FOMO, the benefits of distance from the MMA industry, whether someone can become a star outsid

Erik Magraken’s Big MMA Brain

Jul 28th, 2021 1h 1m

Combat sports regulatory lawyer Erik Magraken joins Fernanda for an in-depth discussion on the intersection of MMA and the legal system, how sexism may lead to more brain injuries in women's boxing than in men's, the obstacles facing fighters w

Fernanda and Booboo's Vegas Vacation

Jul 21st, 2021 1h 9m

Fernanda and Booboo are back from a glamorous Las Vegas vacation and ready to discuss the return of Misha Tate, the Makhachev conundrum, TJ Dillashaw's upcoming return from his two-year doping suspension, and more. (Did we mention get fucking v

E. Spencer Kyte and I Want Your Attention

Jul 14th, 2021 1h 14m

UFC journalist and all-around positive influence E. Spencer Kyte joins Fernanda to discuss Conor McGregor's tired act, MMA's intolerance of sore losers, seeking validation through work, and much more. [Note: Technical difficulties lead to the l

Brandon Moreno and the Nice Champion Era

Jul 7th, 2021 17m 9s

Reigning UFC Flyweight Champion Brandon "The Assassin Baby" Moreno talks to Fernanda about dealing with his new-found fame, the dawning era of nice guys in the UFC, maintaining his motivation after winning the belt, LEGOs, and more. Fanbyte

Q&A 3: The Domination

Jun 30th, 2021 48m 53s

Fernanda answers YOUR questions about everything even halfway related to MMA, including her pick for the next Brazilian champion of the UFC, whether Kurt Russell is an underrated action star, how best to annoy her new husband, and more. Fanb

Phoenix Carnevale's X-Factor

Jun 23rd, 2021 1h 7m

Broadcaster, MMA commentator, actress, and fitness professional Phoenix Carnevale joins Fernanda to talk about her history in martial arts, the challenge of getting a short interview right, being a woman in the MMA industry, and a lot more.

Embattled (2020) Review

Jun 16th, 2021 1h

Fernanda and Booboo (aka Rodrigo Del Campo) talk their way through Embattled, a 2020 MMA film directed by Nick Sarkisov that stars Stephen Dorff as one of the worst human beings ever to claw their way out of a screenplay. Strong content warning

The Craft of Art With Chris Rini

Jun 9th, 2021 1h 1m

Artist and author of The Fine Art of Violence Volume 2 Chris Rini joins Fernanda his life as a bookkeeper, the UFC's inability to promote its fighters, the tortured soul of the author, how unionization efforts are stymied by unlivable wages, an

Gabriel Gonzalez and Our MMA Heartbreaks

Jun 2nd, 2021 1h 15m

Gabriel Gonzalez, host of MMA Daily and Lead Correspondent at Cageside Press, joins Fernanda for a tour through heartbreak, disappointment, and loss (of varying degrees of seriousness) by listing their Top 5 MMA Heartbreaks of All Time.Fanby

Chad Dundas on Words, MMA & Other Wild Concepts

May 26th, 2021 1h 7m

Author and journalist Chad Dundas joins Fernanda to discuss life as a father of three, his upcoming novel, what cruel fates led him to become an MMA journalist, the sport's transition to mainstream media, and more.Fanbyte Podcast Network (We