Stephie Haynes
Stephie Haynes has been covering MMA since 2005. She has also worked for MMA promotion Proelite and apparel brand TapouT. She hosted TapouT’s official radio show for four years before joining Bloody Elbow in 2012. She has interviewed everyone there is to interview in the fight game from from Dana White to Conor McGregor to Kimbo Slice, as well as mainstream TV, film and music stars including Norman Reedus, RZA and Anthony Bourdain. She has been producing the BE podcast network since 2017 and hosts four of its current shows.
UFC 145: Chris Clements Talks Debut Against Wisniewski
UFC 145 has a couple new faces to watch, and 36 year old Chris Clements is one of them. His most recent bout was with the always tough, Rich Clementi, who is the fourth in the win streak tally for the Canadaian striker. TapouT Radio recently got a quick interview with him about his opponent, […]
UFC 145: Renato Laranja Gives His Fight Predictions
Renato Laranja has made quite a name for himself in a relatively short amount of time. With his Fruits & Vegetables infomercials, acting roles and winning the Mundials more times than they’ve been around, it’s no wonder that he is in such high demand. After receiving numerous requests, I decided to get his UFC 145 […]
UFC 145: Stephen ‘Wonderboy’ Thompson Talks Sophomore Outing Against Matt Brown
After a spectacular UFC 143 debut against Daniel Stittgen, Stephen Thompson is set to make his sophomore effort at UFC 145 against tough as nails, Matt “The Immortal” Brown. Although Brown is the more experienced competitor, and has an iron chin to boot, he’s very susceptible to submissions, and this factor may definitely come into […]
UFC 145: Chad Griggs Talks UFC Debut Against Travis Browne
Paramedic, firefighter, UFC fighter, hunter of coyotes and owner of arguably the gnarliest sideburns in all of MMA. All these claims to fame can be attributed to one man, Chad Griggs. Mr. Griggs has a tough test ahead of him at UFC 145 when he faces off against Travis Browne, but the seasoned veteran plans […]
UFC 145: Alessio Plans On Making ‘Ginger’ Bocek ‘A Little Bit More Red With Some Blood’
Six years is a long time to find your way back home, but that’s exactly how long the journey was for John Alessio. With only one loss in three years, and that being to heavy handed Siyar Bahadurzada, The Natural has racked up an impressive record. His upcoming UFC 145 bout with Mark Bocek promises […]
UFC 146’s Mark Hunt: ‘I Don’t Really Care How Long It Takes To Get A Title Shot. I’m Just Going To Keep Fighting’
The Army of Doom is the latest in a string of MMA calls to action. It is the movement to get Mark Hunt in as a replacement for Alistair Overeem, who is slated to challenge Junior Dos Santos for the heavyweight title at UFC 146. It is uncertain if Overeem is officially out, but that […]
Ottavia Bourdain Wife Of Anthony Bourdain And Grapplers Quest Medalist Talks Jiu-Jitsu And MMA
Jiu jitsu and jetsetting. Those two things represent a lifestyle that many folks in MMA circles aspire to, but for Ottavia Bourdain, it’s everyday reality. Her husband is Anthony Bourdain, the star of The Travel Channel’s top rated show, No Reservations, and Ottavia is beginning to make a name for herself, as well, on the […]
UFC 145: Jon Jones Vs. Rashad Evans Broken Down By Mike Winkeljohn
After reading a recent interview with Jackson’s MMA head striking coach, Mike Winkeljohn, I still had some questions. There are so many rocks left unturned in the continuing saga of the clash of the number one and number two UFC light heavyweights, that I seriously doubt anyone will ever fully get to the bottom of […]
UFC 145: Jon Jones’ Coach Winkeljohn On Convincing Greg Jackson To Corner Against Rashad Evans
Rivalry, betrayal, and a friendship gone sour has the mark of a Hollywood movie, and if the actors really convey their parts well, you’re pretty much assured a money maker. Now take out the actors, and replace them with fighters. Add some gasoline to the fire, in the form of a former coach, and now […]
Bellator Champ Zach Makovsky Talks Next Title Defense, Overeem And The Rally For Mark Hunt
The Bellator bantamweight belt is on the line this Friday night, and if reigning champion, Zach Makovsky has his way, it will stay firmly affixed to his waist. I recently grabbed a quick interview with Zach and got his thoughts on a variety of topics, including his upcoming bout with Eduardo Dantas and how he […]
Muhammed ‘King Mo’ Lawal And Julie Kedzie To Do Guest Commentary At Invicta FC Debut (Update)
Just a quick rumor confirmation for you guys. I have it on good authority that Muhammed Lawal and Julie Kedzie will be doing commentary with Mauro Ranallo for Invicta FC’s debut event on April 28 in Kansas City at Memorial Hall. The event is a well matched card of 12 fights, featuring several top level […]
BJJ Phenom Braulio Estima On His Heavily Anticipated MMA Debut
It’s always fun to play the “How would Elite Level Black Belt X do in MMA” game and sometimes, we’re fortunate enough to see a few make the crossover. Soon we’ll be seeing one of the top BJJ players in the world make that jump. Braulio Estima is currently in South Florida with the Blackzilians […]
UFC 145’s Mark Hominick: ‘I’m Looking To Solidify My Spot As The Top Guy In The Division Again’
Sometimes, the thrill of the sweetest victory comes on the heels of agonizing defeat. After suffering the loss of his trainer and close friend, Shawn Thompkins, followed by back to back losses, Mark Hominick is keen to get himself back on the right side of the win column. In a recent interview with TapouT Radio, […]
Siyar Bahadurzada: ‘When I Fight, I Fight To Kill, Every Time’
It’s been a long road to the UFC for Siyar Bahadurzada. After signing a four fight deal with Strikeforce that failed to produce a single fight, the young Afghan finally announced signing a UFC contract in September, 2011. He was scheduled to fight earlier this year, but had to withdraw due to a hand injury. […]
UFC 145’s Miguel Torres: ‘I Don’t Feel Like I’ve Hit My Prime Yet’
From the not so luxurious accommodations in South Florida, to the familiar comfort of Canada, Miguel Torres has been dividing his training between two elite camps. After spending several weeks with the Blackzilians, he is now at the Tristar gym, training with Firas Zahabi, Rick Hawn and many other MMA specialists. I recently caught up […]
Eddie Bravo Talks Training Fighters, BJJ In MMA And Being A New Father
Once upon a time, he was in a tiny apartment, struggling to make ends meet, but these days, Eddie Bravo is leading an almost charmed life. With popular BJJ schools all over the globe, a music career, and a new baby boy, the grappling ace has attained a level of success that most people only […]
Daniel Cormier Talks Strikeforce Grand Prix, Missing King Mo And Beating Josh Barnett In A Dance Off
The Strikeforce heavyweight GP comes to an end on May 19, and with it, the end of the division. Daniel Cormier has a relatively young career, and in just two and a half years of professional competition, he’s managed to not only remain undefeated, but has secured a spot in the finals against former UFC […]