Jimmy Dukes Podcast and Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes

Jaime "Jimmy Dukes" Rodriguez

🎙 Home of the Jimmy Dukes Podcast & Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes 🎙 From combat sports to entrepreneurship, and creative journeys—Jaime “Jimmy Dukes” Rodriguez hosts real conversations with real people. Based in El Paso, TX, this platform features athletes, creators, business minds, and community voices. Tune in for interviews, event recaps, gaming talk, and inspiration from the Borderland and beyond. Main Platform: YouTube.com/@JimmyDukesRodriguez

  1. Chris Tavares Set for Pro Debut After Winning 2 Amateur Titles | Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes

    6h ago

    Chris Tavares Set for Pro Debut After Winning 2 Amateur Titles | Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes

    In this Warriors of the Empire fighter interview, I catch up with Chris Tavares ahead of his pro debut for Empire Promotions. After a successful amateur career that saw him go 6-1 and capture two belts, Chris is now ready to take the next step and bring his talents to the professional ranks. He’ll be headlining Warriors of the Empire in Las Cruces, New Mexico, on June 13th as he begins this next chapter of his fight career. Follow: Chris Tavares: https://www.instagram.com/chriiss.10 Jimmy Dukes: https://www.instagram.com/jimmydukescombat and https://www.instagram.com/fighttalkwithjimmydukes

    6 min
  2. Damien Garcia Ready for MMA Debut at Warriors of the Empire | Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes

    18h ago

    Damien Garcia Ready for MMA Debut at Warriors of the Empire | Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes

    In this Warriors of the Empire fighter interview, I sit down with Damien Garcia ahead of his MMA debut for Empire Promotions. Damien is getting ready to kick off the card at Warriors of the Empire and has been looking forward to this moment for a long time. Inspired to begin training by Coach Jack Hout, Damien talks about what this opportunity means to him, the work he has put in leading up to his debut, and the excitement of stepping into the cage for the first time. Follow: Damien Garcia: https://www.instagram.com/ontop.dee/ Jimmy Dukes: https://www.instagram.com/jimmydukescombat and https://www.instagram.com/fighttalkwithjimmydukes

    5 min
  3. Gabriel Rodriguez Returns to MMA at Warriors of the Empire Before College Wrestling

    18h ago

    Gabriel Rodriguez Returns to MMA at Warriors of the Empire Before College Wrestling

    In this Warriors of the Empire fighter interview, I sit down with Gabriel Rodriguez ahead of his long-awaited return to MMA. Gabriel made his amateur MMA debut at just 17 years old and now, at 18 and graduated from high school, he is stepping back into the cage looking to continue his winning streak. After spending time away from MMA to focus on wrestling, Gabriel is ready to compete again before pursuing his college wrestling career. Follow: Gabriel Rodriguez: https://www.instagram.com/gmatthechosen1 Jimmy Dukes: https://www.instagram.com/jimmydukescombat and https://www.instagram.com/fighttalkwithjimmydukes

    5 min
  4. Max Fuentes Talks Bouncing Back After First Amateur MMA Loss | Warriors of the Empire

    18h ago

    Max Fuentes Talks Bouncing Back After First Amateur MMA Loss | Warriors of the Empire

    In this Warriors of the Empire fighter interview, I sit down with Max Fuentes as he talks about bouncing back after the first loss of his amateur MMA career. Max opens up about mindset, growth, and what he has learned early in his combat sports journey. We talk about how setbacks can shape a fighter, the lessons that come from competition, and how he plans to move forward stronger in his next performance. Follow: Max Fuentes: https://www.instagram.com/mmaxtx Jimmy Dukes: https://www.instagram.com/jimmydukescombat and https://www.instagram.com/fighttalkwithjimmydukes

    6 min
  5. Empire Promotions Promoter Charlie Vasquez Previews Warriors of the Empire

    1d ago

    Empire Promotions Promoter Charlie Vasquez Previews Warriors of the Empire

    In this interview, I sit down with Charlie Vasquez, promoter of Empire Promotions, to talk about the upcoming Warriors of the Empire fight card. Charlie breaks down what fans can expect from this stacked 20-fight MMA event, the growth of Empire Promotions, and what this card means for the local fight community in Las Cruces, New Mexico, and the surrounding Southwest combat sports scene. Warriors of the Empire goes down Saturday, June 13, 2026, at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico. Follow: Empire Promotions: https://www.instagram.com/empirepromotions915 Jimmy Dukes: https://www.instagram.com/jimmydukescombat and https://www.instagram.com/fighttalkwithjimmydukes

    10 min
  6. Javier Duchene Ready to Perform Again for Empire Promotions | Warriors of the Empire

    1d ago

    Javier Duchene Ready to Perform Again for Empire Promotions | Warriors of the Empire

    In this Warriors of the Empire fighter interview, I sit down with pro fighter Javier Duchene ahead of his return for Empire Promotions. Javier is coming off a win in his last fight and is looking to put on another strong performance inside the cage. We talk about his pro MMA career, what he has learned through the fight game, and how he continues to sharpen his craft while also helping the next generation through coaching at a local high school. Warriors of the Empire goes down Saturday, June 13, 2026, at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico, presented by Empire Promotions. Follow: Javier Duchene: https://www.instagram.com/handsome.javi/ Jimmy Dukes: https://www.instagram.com/jimmydukescombat and https://www.instagram.com/fighttalkwithjimmydukes

    5 min
  7. Diego Lopes Interview | UFC Freedom 250 with 600 ESPN El Paso

    1d ago

    Diego Lopes Interview | UFC Freedom 250 with 600 ESPN El Paso

    UFC featherweight Diego Lopes joins us for a special interview in collaboration with 600 ESPN El Paso ahead of his upcoming fight against Steve Garcia at UFC Freedom 250. Lopes talks about being part of the historic UFC White House card, opening the event, and what fans can expect when he steps into the Octagon on June 14. Presented in collaboration with 600 ESPN El Paso.

    11 min
  8. Undefeated Klinton “Kamikaze” Whitmire Ready for Middleweight Title Fight | Warriors of the Empire

    2d ago

    Undefeated Klinton “Kamikaze” Whitmire Ready for Middleweight Title Fight | Warriors of the Empire

    In this Warriors of the Empire fighter interview, I sit down with undefeated middleweight Klinton “Kamikaze” Whitmire ahead of his fight for Empire Promotions. Fighter: https://www.instagram.com/klintkamikaze/ Warriors of the Empire goes down Saturday, June 13, 2026, at New Mexico State University in Las Cruces, New Mexico, presented by Empire Promotions.

    14 min
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🎙 Home of the Jimmy Dukes Podcast & Fight Talk with Jimmy Dukes 🎙 From combat sports to entrepreneurship, and creative journeys—Jaime “Jimmy Dukes” Rodriguez hosts real conversations with real people. Based in El Paso, TX, this platform features athletes, creators, business minds, and community voices. Tune in for interviews, event recaps, gaming talk, and inspiration from the Borderland and beyond. Main Platform: YouTube.com/@JimmyDukesRodriguez

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