RedCircle VERIFY_TOKEN_f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2 -- Rendered At Wed, 16 Sep 2026 13:00:28 +0000 In The Corner https://redcircle.com/shows/in-the-corner en-US All rights reserved. SI Podcasts Every week, Destiny McCubbin and Doug Vazquez sit down with the biggest names in combat sports for conversations that go beyond fight week. From UFC and boxing to grappling and Power Slap, In The Corner delivers exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and the personalities that make the fight game unlike any other. f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2 Every week, Destiny McCubbin and Doug Vazquez sit down with the biggest names in combat sports for conversations that go beyond fight week. From UFC and boxing to grappling and Power Slap, In The Corner delivers exclusive interviews, behind-the-scenes stories, and the personalities that make the fight game unlike any other.

]]> episodic no SI Podcasts podcasts@si.com false full Hayden Johnson: Fighting for His Father & Chasing a Power Slap Title Hayden Johnson: Fighting for His Father & Chasing a Power Slap Title SI Podcasts Power Slap lightweight contender and former title challenger Hayden Johnson joins Doug Vazquez and Destiny McCubbin on Sports Illustrated’s In The Corner to share the personal story behind his rise in the sport. Johnson opens up about his upbringing, discovering Power Slap while watching alongside his father during his battle with ALS and how losing his dad changed his outlook on life and inspired him to pursue something bigger. He also breaks down what it actually takes to train for Power Slap, the technique behind delivering and absorbing a strike, his move to Las Vegas and his goal of working his way back to a lightweight title shot. Plus, Johnson previews his upcoming matchup with J Boujii at Power Slap 23 and explains why he believes his best is still ahead of him.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Power Slap lightweight contender and former title challenger Hayden Johnson joins Doug Vazquez and Destiny McCubbin on Sports Illustrated’s In The Corner to share the personal story behind his rise in the sport. Johnson opens up about his upbringing, discovering Power Slap while watching alongside his father during his battle with ALS and how losing his dad changed his outlook on life and inspired him to pursue something bigger. He also breaks down what it actually takes to train for Power Slap, the technique behind delivering and absorbing a strike, his move to Las Vegas and his goal of working his way back to a lightweight title shot. Plus, Johnson previews his upcoming matchup with J Boujii at Power Slap 23 and explains why he believes his best is still ahead of him.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 0cd42772-2fde-43ff-8ba4-7720d9c44b27 https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/58041bb1-de78-429b-a645-22d984b32ba7 Tue, 15 Sep 2026 14:28:24 +0000 3502 false full MMA Coach of the Year John Wood: What It Takes to Build World Champions MMA Coach of the Year John Wood: What It Takes to Build World Champions SI Podcasts MMA Coach of the Year John Wood joins Destiny McCubbin and Doug Vazquez on In The Corner for a wide-ranging conversation about life behind the scenes at one of the world’s top MMA gyms. Wood breaks down what it takes to run a world championship-level fight team, coaching Merab Dvalishvili through his UFC title run and championship defenses, and the incredible highs and difficult lows that come with having a fighter’s career in your hands.

Wood also opens up about walking the line between being a fighter’s coach and their friend, preparing Brazilian jiu-jitsu superstar Mikey Musumeci for his first MMA fight, why he thinks NFL star Maxx Crosby could become UFC heavyweight champion, and what Wiz Khalifa is really capable of in a fight.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>MMA Coach of the Year John Wood joins Destiny McCubbin and Doug Vazquez on <em>In The Corner</em> for a wide-ranging conversation about life behind the scenes at one of the world’s top MMA gyms. Wood breaks down what it takes to run a world championship-level fight team, coaching Merab Dvalishvili through his UFC title run and championship defenses, and the incredible highs and difficult lows that come with having a fighter’s career in your hands.</p><p>Wood also opens up about walking the line between being a fighter’s coach and their friend, preparing Brazilian jiu-jitsu superstar Mikey Musumeci for his first MMA fight, why he thinks NFL star Maxx Crosby could become UFC heavyweight champion, and what Wiz Khalifa is really capable of in a fight.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 8a0a6341-ffc6-4adb-a9c2-14d91ce155be https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/508f8113-0077-45fb-a4c5-b1826fae66fc Thu, 03 Sep 2026 12:59:03 +0000 5497 false full From the Classroom to the Octagon: Ode Osbourne’s UFC Journey From the Classroom to the Octagon: Ode Osbourne’s UFC Journey SI Podcasts UFC flyweight Ode Osbourne joins the show to share his unique journey from working as a school teacher while pursuing his fighting career to competing on the biggest stage in MMA. “The Jamaican Sensation” opens up about the highs and lows of life in the UFC, having to withdraw from his latest scheduled fight, the growing importance of social media and building a personal brand as a fighter, and what he hopes to accomplish in the next chapter of his career.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>UFC flyweight Ode Osbourne joins the show to share his unique journey from working as a school teacher while pursuing his fighting career to competing on the biggest stage in MMA. “The Jamaican Sensation” opens up about the highs and lows of life in the UFC, having to withdraw from his latest scheduled fight, the growing importance of social media and building a personal brand as a fighter, and what he hopes to accomplish in the next chapter of his career.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 731e4bac-5f97-41a9-9483-4cba0b834eb8 https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/9258237d-6abd-4244-90af-e50645b5bd42 Tue, 25 Aug 2026 20:05:30 +0000 5024 false full **BONUS EPISODE** Justin Gaethje on Life as Champion & His Fighting Future **BONUS EPISODE** Justin Gaethje on Life as Champion & His Fighting Future SI Podcasts UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje joins Sports Illustrated’s In The Corner on behalf of Total Wireless to reflect on finally capturing undisputed UFC gold and what this championship chapter means for his legacy. “The Highlight” talks with Destiny McCubbin and discusses his journey to the top of the lightweight division, life as champion, the unforgettable moments that have defined his career, his place among the sport’s all-time greats and what he still hopes to accomplish inside the Octagon.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>UFC lightweight champion Justin Gaethje joins Sports Illustrated’s In The Corner on behalf of Total Wireless to reflect on finally capturing undisputed UFC gold and what this championship chapter means for his legacy. “The Highlight” talks with Destiny McCubbin and discusses his journey to the top of the lightweight division, life as champion, the unforgettable moments that have defined his career, his place among the sport’s all-time greats and what he still hopes to accomplish inside the Octagon.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> b90d9b65-5db1-4369-9686-b16035320179 https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/4d4ec46a-fd17-4edc-8e60-93123e392458 Mon, 24 Aug 2026 17:16:31 +0000 1643 false full The Highs and Lows of a UFC Career With Vince Morales The Highs and Lows of a UFC Career With Vince Morales SI Podcasts Vince “Vandetta” Morales joins In The Corner and chats with Destiny & Doug about the highs and lows of his fighting career, from achieving his dream of making the UFC to dealing with being released from the promotion. Morales talks about learning to rebound from tough losses, staying confident through the difficult stretches of a fighter’s career and why, still in the prime of his career, he believes there’s plenty more to come.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Vince “Vandetta” Morales joins In The Corner and chats with Destiny &amp; Doug about the highs and lows of his fighting career, from achieving his dream of making the UFC to dealing with being released from the promotion. Morales talks about learning to rebound from tough losses, staying confident through the difficult stretches of a fighter’s career and why, still in the prime of his career, he believes there’s plenty more to come.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 72b601ef-1106-4d10-b1cb-7173073c5cf9 https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/35f8d457-5a70-45af-88e4-89d60898e241 Mon, 17 Aug 2026 15:38:03 +0000 4818 false full Brad ‘Cutman’ Tate: Fighting Cuts, Going Viral & Life in the UFC Brad ‘Cutman’ Tate: Fighting Cuts, Going Viral & Life in the UFC SI Podcasts Brad “Cutman” Tate joins Destiny and Doug on In The Corner to pull back the curtain on life as one of the most recognizable cutmen in combat sports. Tate talks about his journey to the UFC, what really happens in the corner between rounds, the relationships he’s built with fighters and coaches, and some of his favorite stories from years on the road. Plus, Brad opens up about his unexpected rise as a social media creator, and how his hilarious videos have introduced fans to a completely different side of one of the UFC’s most familiar faces.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Brad “Cutman” Tate joins Destiny and Doug on <em>In The Corner</em> to pull back the curtain on life as one of the most recognizable cutmen in combat sports. Tate talks about his journey to the UFC, what really happens in the corner between rounds, the relationships he’s built with fighters and coaches, and some of his favorite stories from years on the road. Plus, Brad opens up about his unexpected rise as a social media creator, and how his hilarious videos have introduced fans to a completely different side of one of the UFC’s most familiar faces.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> c0e01e0c-504f-485f-80ae-de9628546859 https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/74b33406-79c3-46b9-943a-11bbdc25fd1a Mon, 10 Aug 2026 14:22:05 +0000 5811 false full Oscar Willis on MMA Media, Fighting & Working for Conor McGregor Oscar Willis on MMA Media, Fighting & Working for Conor McGregor SI Podcasts Oscar Willis joins Destiny and Doug on In The Corner for a wide-ranging conversation about his unique journey through the MMA world, going from covering fights to stepping into one himself, and how his experiences inside and outside the sport have changed his perspective on life. Willis also talks about what it was like covering Conor McGregor's career while The Mac was in his prime, while also sharing plenty of stories from his years working around some of the biggest names and moments in combat sports.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Oscar Willis joins Destiny and Doug on In The Corner for a wide-ranging conversation about his unique journey through the MMA world, going from covering fights to stepping into one himself, and how his experiences inside and outside the sport have changed his perspective on life. Willis also talks about what it was like covering Conor McGregor&#39;s career while The Mac was in his prime, while also sharing plenty of stories from his years working around some of the biggest names and moments in combat sports.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 356920e5-22ef-41f8-a951-f8b157cb5fec https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/b1770eb6-ceec-4a59-bc59-c0ca6960d0aa Fri, 07 Aug 2026 03:50:44 +0000 5823 false full Behind the Microphone with Joe Martinez Behind the Microphone with Joe Martinez SI Podcasts The voice behind some of the biggest moments in combat sports joins In The Corner. This week, Doug and Destiny sit down with legendary UFC octagon announcer Joe Martinez to discuss his path into ring announcing, what it's like introducing the world's biggest fighters, and the preparation that goes into every event. Joe also shares stories from behind the scenes, reflects on memorable moments from his career in the UFC and boxing, and explains why the job is about much more than simply saying a fighter's name. It's a fascinating conversation with one of the most recognizable voices in combat sports.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>The voice behind some of the biggest moments in combat sports joins <em>In The Corner</em>. This week, Doug and Destiny sit down with legendary UFC octagon announcer Joe Martinez to discuss his path into ring announcing, what it&#39;s like introducing the world&#39;s biggest fighters, and the preparation that goes into every event. Joe also shares stories from behind the scenes, reflects on memorable moments from his career in the UFC and boxing, and explains why the job is about much more than simply saying a fighter&#39;s name. It&#39;s a fascinating conversation with one of the most recognizable voices in combat sports.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> fd5378d9-18df-4c88-9f7a-6571e561546c https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/a2bfba9f-f8a6-4411-befb-0a86282fa23d Wed, 05 Aug 2026 16:56:03 +0000 6532 false full Forrest Griffin: From UFC Legend to Building the Next Generation Forrest Griffin: From UFC Legend to Building the Next Generation SI Podcasts Few fighters have had a bigger impact on mixed martial arts than Forrest Griffin. On this episode of In The Corner, Destiny and Doug sit down with the former UFC light heavyweight champion to revisit the legendary fight with Stephan Bonnar that helped launch the UFC into the mainstream, reflect on his championship run, and discuss his current role helping develop the next generation of talent at the UFC Performance Institute. Forrest also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his career, his thoughts on the evolution of MMA, and why he's still as passionate about the sport today as ever.

If you're a longtime UFC fan or just discovering the sport, this conversation is packed with stories, laughs, and insight from one of the most influential figures in MMA history. Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow In The Corner for new episodes every week.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>Few fighters have had a bigger impact on mixed martial arts than Forrest Griffin. On this episode of <strong>In The Corner, </strong>Destiny and Doug sit down with the former UFC light heavyweight champion to revisit the legendary fight with Stephan Bonnar that helped launch the UFC into the mainstream, reflect on his championship run, and discuss his current role helping develop the next generation of talent at the UFC Performance Institute. Forrest also shares behind-the-scenes stories from his career, his thoughts on the evolution of MMA, and why he&#39;s still as passionate about the sport today as ever.</p><p>If you&#39;re a longtime UFC fan or just discovering the sport, this conversation is packed with stories, laughs, and insight from one of the most influential figures in MMA history. Be sure to like, subscribe, and follow <strong>In The Corner</strong> for new episodes every week.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 751fedf0-15cd-4a15-9583-11be961640ce https://www.si.com/mma Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:01:45 +0000 5068 false full Megan Olivi on Her UFC Journey, Family & Following Her Dream Megan Olivi on Her UFC Journey, Family & Following Her Dream SI Podcasts This week on In The Corner, Destiny McCubbin and Doug Vazquez sit down with one of the most respected voices in combat sports, Megan Olivi. From taking a leap of faith and walking away from a political science career to becoming one of the UFC's most recognizable broadcasters, Megan shares the journey that led her to the top of the industry. She also opens up about life outside the Octagon, including her marriage to former UFC standout Joseph Benavidez, raising their one-year-old son Vito, her lifelong love of the Spice Girls, and the fashion choices that have made her one of the UFC's most stylish personalities.



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Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy]]> <p>This week on <em>In The Corner</em>, Destiny McCubbin and Doug Vazquez sit down with one of the most respected voices in combat sports, Megan Olivi. From taking a leap of faith and walking away from a political science career to becoming one of the UFC&#39;s most recognizable broadcasters, Megan shares the journey that led her to the top of the industry. She also opens up about life outside the Octagon, including her marriage to former UFC standout Joseph Benavidez, raising their one-year-old son Vito, her lifelong love of the Spice Girls, and the fashion choices that have made her one of the UFC&#39;s most stylish personalities.</p><br/><br/>Advertising Inquiries: <a href='https://redcircle.com/brands'>https://redcircle.com/brands</a><br/><br/>Privacy & Opt-Out: <a href='https://redcircle.com/privacy'>https://redcircle.com/privacy</a> 40343ea9-172a-4d1f-a301-16a7e439d14f https://redcircle.com/shows/f595923c-b3ba-46e6-a11a-8ee94e774cb2/episodes/29ee446b-a24f-4c67-995d-9cc4c3eae607 Fri, 31 Jul 2026 18:31:17 +0000 5697 false