4oz to Freedom

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Interviews with the best up-and-coming fighters in regional MMA.

  1. 4d ago

    Cobey Fehr: More Than a Champion | PFL, Xtreme Couture & Finding Purpose

    Two PFL fights. Two first-round finishes. Less than three minutes combined inside the cage. Undefeated PFL bantamweight Cobey “The Don” Fehr joins 4oz to Freedom fresh off his 58-second submission victory over Rosario Romero at PFL Chicago. But for Cobey, success isn't measured solely by wins, championships, or recognition. “I'd rather never make it anywhere further than I am right now and be remembered as a good dude than be the champ…” A two-time NCAA Division II All-American wrestler now training at Xtreme Couture in Las Vegas, Fehr discusses his unconventional grappling style, adapting collegiate wrestling to MMA, and what he's learned training alongside some of the sport's best. The conversation goes well beyond the cage as Cobey opens up about his journey from Barberton, Ohio, to Las Vegas, his past struggles with addiction, and how he redirected his energy toward building a better future through MMA. We also discuss why he refuses to let success change who he is, his decision to avoid trash talk and unnecessary callouts, and why being remembered as a good person matters more to him than becoming a champion. Plus, we get to know the personality behind “The Don,” including his hometown roots, competitive nature, the origins of his nickname, and some wild stories about people who underestimated him because of his size. It's an honest, unfiltered conversation about wrestling, fighting, adversity, humility, and personal growth. Follow 4oz to Freedom: Website: https://4oztofreedom.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/4oztofreedompodFacebook: https://facebook.com/4oztofreedomX: https://x.com/4oztofreedompod Follow 4oz to Freedom for more in-depth conversations with fighters and personalities from across mixed martial arts.

    Cobey Fehr: More Than a Champion | PFL, Xtreme Couture & Finding Purpose

  2. Oct 11

    Carlos Calderon on Defending Fury FC Gold, Beating Damon Jackson & Chasing the UFC

    Fury FC featherweight champion Carlos “Chief” Calderon joins 4oz to Freedom following his latest successful title defense at Fury FC 125. Carlos breaks down his five-round win over Loham Estevez, why he felt himself getting stronger as the fight progressed and what it was like competing in front of an electric crowd at Minot Air Force Base. We also look back at the win that put Carlos on a lot of fans’ radar — his victory over longtime UFC veteran Damon Jackson — and why that performance reinforced something he already believed: he belongs against that caliber of competition. Now, Calderon is waiting for the phone to ring. With Contender Series wrapping up for the year, Carlos says he has his eyes on upcoming UFC fights at both 145 and 155 pounds and is willing to step in on virtually no notice. “I’m just ready to eat, dude. It don’t matter who lands in that spot.” Carlos also discusses his Contender Series loss, staying level through the highs and lows of MMA, traveling outside Colorado in search of tougher opportunities, the origins of the “Chief” nickname and the team being built around him. And we finish with some personality: spelling bees, being an old soul, becoming a dad and one unforgettable Halloween training session involving a hot dog costume. Calderon’s comments about Damon Jackson are especially strong: he says taking that matchup on short notice wasn’t some huge mental leap because he already felt that was the caliber of opponent he was supposed to be fighting.

    Carlos Calderon on Defending Fury FC Gold, Beating Damon Jackson & Chasing the UFC

  3. Oct 9

    Tracy Reeder on His PFL Opportunity, Fighting in Georgia & Chasing a Finish

    Tracy Reeder returns to 4oz to Freedom ahead of his October 17 fight against Ruslan Bolkvadze at RKENA Hosting PFL in Tbilisi, Georgia. Reeder shares the financial reality of fighting full time, the illness that sidelined him, and how he rebuilt his momentum before getting the PFL call. He also discusses his short-notice debut against Gadzhi Rabadanov, adjusting to a replacement opponent, and why he plans to pursue a finish while staying ready for all three rounds. We also talk about representing Oklahoma and his team before getting into the personality behind the fighter: cats, airplane movies, paperwork, and the gym's running joke about fighting in “Atlanta.” Watch and explore the episode: https://4oztofreedom.com/episodes/tracy-reeder-targets-a-finish-vs-ruslan-bolkvadze-rkena-x-pfl/ Follow @4oztofreedompod on Instagram and X, and visit https://4oztofreedom.com for more interviews.

    Tracy Reeder on His PFL Opportunity, Fighting in Georgia & Chasing a Finish

  4. Oct 7

    Morquez Forest on PFL Chicago, His PFL Future & Levan Khabalaev

    Morquez “Black Clover” Forest returns to 4oz to Freedom ahead of his October 16 fight against Levan Khabalaev at PFL Chicago. Forest looks back at the controversial decision against Dakota Bush in his last PFL appearance, what he saw when he rewatched the fight and the biggest lesson he took from it: fight his fight and don't leave things in the judges' hands. Next comes Khabalaev — an opponent Forest was actually offered twice on the regional scene before their paths finally crossed in PFL. Morquez explains why he expects a dogfight, what stands out about Khabalaev's striking and why he's preparing for his opponent to show more than we've seen so far. We also get into Forest's evolving training camp, working alongside Shane Burgos, the coaches who give him the honest feedback he wants and his current situation with PFL. There isn't a multi-fight deal in place yet, so Forest knows exactly what he wants to accomplish in Chicago: Show them what they're missing. “They are getting a superstar. Period.” Then we step away from fight talk with rapid-fire questions about anime, why Vegeta is overrated, living in the One Piece universe, his hatred of octopus, Reacher, 13 Ghosts and the everyday task he's embarrassingly bad at. Morquez Forest vs. Levan Khabalaev kicks off PFL Chicago on October 16, 2026.

    Morquez Forest on PFL Chicago, His PFL Future & Levan Khabalaev

  5. Sep 25

    Rich Chou on Ki MMA: Scott Coker’s Return, Grand Prix Rules & Building New Stars

    Rich Chou joins 4oz to Freedom to discuss his return to MMA alongside Scott Coker and what they’re building at Ki MMA. Rich shares how Scott brought him into the new promotion and why they agreed Ki MMA needed its own identity. They discuss developing rising fighters alongside established names, choosing featherweight for the first Grand Prix, and a tournament rule that could keep a fighter in contention after a decision loss. Rich also talks about scouting talent at gyms, what he looks for beyond a fighter’s record, why fighters need more options, and what fans can expect from Ki MMA.

    Rich Chou on Ki MMA: Scott Coker’s Return, Grand Prix Rules & Building New Stars

  6. Sep 9

    Chris Droege Goes 2-0: Talks Samourai MMA 21 TKO, Tropidelic & His Next Move

    Chris Droege is 2-0 as a professional after scoring a second-round TKO over Gabriel Tabet at Samourai MMA 21 in Montreal, and he joins 4oz to Freedom to break down the victory.Droege discusses fighting in enemy territory, why he felt the stoppage may have come later than necessary, executing his coaches' game plan, and how his wrestling and extensive amateur experience have prepared him for his professional career.We also talk about what comes next, including potential grappling matches and another MMA fight before the end of the year.Then we get into one of the more unique sponsorships you'll see in regional MMA: Tropidelic. Chris explains how his friendship with the band developed, how they became a sponsor, attending Everwild with the group, and the phone call he received from James on fight day.Plus, Chris talks music, his favorite Tropidelic songs, post-fight food, his faith, and the grit, honesty and gratitude that he believes define him.FOLLOW CHRIS DROEGE:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tha_grit/FOLLOW 4OZ TO FREEDOM:Website: https://4oztofreedom.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4oztofreedompod/X/Twitter: https://x.com/4oztofreedompodFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/4oztofreedomSubscribe to 4oz to Freedom for more MMA interviews, regional MMA coverage, fight news and original content.#MMA #ChrisDroege #SamouraiMMA #Tropidelic #MMANews

    Chris Droege Goes 2-0: Talks Samourai MMA 21 TKO, Tropidelic & His Next Move

  7. Aug 21

    Robert Watley: Gino van Steenis “Brought Something Out of Me” | PFL Tampa Interview

    Former LFA and CFFC lightweight champion Robert “Contact” Watley joins 4oz to Freedom ahead of his lightweight bout against Gino “The Ghost Assassin” van Steenis at PFL Tampa on August 22, 2026. Watley explains why facing a dangerous knockout artist has injected new energy into his preparation and brought something out of him that he wondered if he still had. After suffering a 34-second knockout loss to Dakota Bush, Watley reflects on where he forced the action, the importance of respecting the natural flow of a fight and the work he has done to restore his movement after dealing with foot injuries. He also discusses his comeback finishes against Morquez Forest and Mads Burnell, why Forest remains the hardest puncher he has faced and his interest in eventually getting some “getback” against Bush. Plus, Watley talks about returning to meditation and scripture, fighting one day before his 37th birthday and the family, coaches and teammates supporting his career. PFL Tampa takes place August 22 at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida. FOLLOW ROBERT WATLEY:Instagram: @robertcollinswatleyX: @RobertWatley89 FOLLOW 4OZ TO FREEDOM:Website: 4oztofreedom.comInstagram: @4oztofreedompodX: @4oztofreedompodFacebook: 4oz to Freedom TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Introduction0:51 Fighting one day before his 37th birthday1:43 Mental, physical and spiritual preparation3:05 Preparing for Gino van Steenis5:20 Championship experience and restoring his movement7:01 What went wrong against Dakota Bush7:38 “The fight is like a dance”8:01 Comeback finishes against Forest and Burnell9:17 Is Morquez Forest still the hardest puncher?11:08 Forest vs. Bush and wanting “a little getback”12:15 The strange world of MMA matchmaking13:18 Faith, family, coaches and sponsors14:27 Final thoughts on PFL Tampa

    Robert Watley: Gino van Steenis “Brought Something Out of Me” | PFL Tampa Interview

  8. Aug 20

    Dakota Bush Plans to Extend His Winning Streak to Nine at PFL Tampa

    Dakota “Buckshot” Bush joins 4oz to Freedom ahead of his lightweight bout against Morquez “Black Clover” Forest at PFL Tampa on August 22, 2026. Coming off a 34-second knockout of Robert Watley in his PFL debut and riding an eight-fight winning streak, Dakota explains how repeatedly drilling the same sequence led to his spectacular finish in Pittsburgh. Dakota also discusses preparing for a late opponent change, why Forest’s short-notice opportunity makes him dangerous, and his belief that fans will soon see him headlining PFL cards and facing ranked opponents. He opens up about his family leaving a comfortable life in Missouri so he could pursue his dream at American Top Team, the sacrifices they have made together, and why having his wife and children with him during fight week provides even more motivation. Plus, Dakota breaks down his post-fight Oreo collection, the flavors he is most excited to try, and the approximately 20,000-calorie Sunday he has planned for after the fight. PFL Tampa takes place August 22 at Benchmark International Arena in Tampa, Florida. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Cold open0:16 Introduction and fight-week mindset1:07 Reflecting on the 34-second Robert Watley knockout2:18 Building an eight-fight winning streak3:15 Preparing for Morquez Forest on short notice5:21 Breaking down the matchup with Forest6:42 Big-stage experience and headlining PFL cards7:56 Family sacrifices and moving to Florida9:42 PFL rankings and potential next opponents11:04 Post-fight Oreos and a 20,000-calorie Sunday13:32 Sponsors, American Top Team and his family motivation15:04 Final message ahead of PFL Tampa FOLLOW DAKOTA BUSH: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dakota_bush_155/X: https://x.com/HaiRyBUsH_155 FOLLOW 4OZ TO FREEDOM: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4oztofreedom/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4oztofreedompod/X: https://x.com/4oztofreedompod/ Does Dakota Bush extend his winning streak to nine, or will Morquez Forest earn the victory in his PFL debut? Leave your prediction below and subscribe to 4oz to Freedom for more PFL interviews and coverage. #PFLTampa #DakotaBush #PFLMMA

    Dakota Bush Plans to Extend His Winning Streak to Nine at PFL Tampa
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Interviews with the best up-and-coming fighters in regional MMA.

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  • Creator
    4oz to Freedom
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    137
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 4oz to Freedom
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