Wah Gwaan with UFC Fighter Odé Osbourne

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Wah Gwaan Podcast is hosted by current UFC Fighter Odé Osbourne. Tune in weekly for interviews with UFC fighters, family and friends!

  1. 10/10/2023

    Unmasking Vegas with Robby Squyres

    When I first moved to Las Vegas, I was struck by the city's electric energy, the bustling martial arts scene, and the quieter, harsher realities hidden beneath the surface. It's a story that Robby Squyres, our guest and a third-party contractor with the UFC, knows all too well. Join us as Robby paints a vivid picture of life and work in Las Vegas, navigating its opportunities and challenges with a refreshingly real perspective. Homelessness, a gripping issue that sees its own hierarchy in Vegas, through the eyes of Robby, takes a new dimension. He shares his journey in the UFC, his role as a catalyst in the hotel industry, and his relentless efforts in grappling with the city's educational system. From the impact of the continuous influx of population on the city's development to the power of networking, Robby’s insights will leave you seeing Vegas in an entirely new light. Our conversation takes an inspiring turn as we delve into the diverse MMA scene in Vegas, the balance between honor and entertainment in martial arts, and the impact of the city's transience on stability. Robby’s personal stories of immigration and his appreciation of life's small victories reveal a man committed to inspiring others through his own journey. We wrap up with Robbie's lessons from his martial arts journey, his experiences with true friendship and fame, along with the importance of honesty and perspective. Listen in for an engaging exploration of a city and a career that are anything but ordinary.

    46 min
  2. 09/04/2023

    In the Heart of the Action with Brendan Fitzgerald

    Swap your regular ringside seat for an insider's view with the engaging Brendan Fitzgerald, UFC commentator. Journey with us as we pry open the vaults of fight night at the Apex, unraveling the sheer power and exhilaration that radiates from the crowd. Brendan's vivid recounting of his unique experiences, including a recurring Mexico/Modelo moment, paints an intense picture of what it feels like to be on the 'other' side of the steel cage. Feel the primal pulse of a UFC event as Brendan delves into the raw heart of fighting. He regales us with tales of life-or-death moments in the heat of the ring, and the incomparable moments that are the exclusive domain of MMA. Brendan's personal encounters with celebrities and insights into the element of surprise that shadow every unpredictable fight are bound to leave you on the edge of your seat. In the latter half of our conversation, Brendan invites us into the fighters' world, unraveling the extensive research and preparation that go behind the broadcast of each fight. He offers a fascinating peek into the complex logistics of hosting a UFC show, and the gratification that follows a successful event. Wrapping up our dialogue, UFC flyweight Ode Osborne swings by to share his experiences as part of the UFC broadcast team, recalling his own journey and the trust that UFC has in him. Get ready to be enthralled as Brendan and Ode take you on a roller-coaster ride through the adrenaline-charged world of UFC.

    41 min

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Wah Gwaan Podcast is hosted by current UFC Fighter Odé Osbourne. Tune in weekly for interviews with UFC fighters, family and friends!