Tim Kennedy's Overdogs USA

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Overdogs USA brings raw conversations with fighters, veterans, athletes, and cultural disruptors — hosted by Tim Kennedy. Real stories, hard questions, and unfiltered takes from the front lines of combat sports, America, and life.

  1. 4d ago

    Tim Kennedy Reveals China & Russia's Master Plan to Destabilize America

    What if you actually controlled your money? Get started with Rumble Wallet and use the code TIM10 to claim $10 in US Stablecoin (USA₮)! Download now: http://wallet.rumble.com/Tim Void where prohibited. No purchase necessary. Offer available to US residents only. Offer not available in New York State. Must be 18+. Offer is available for a limited time and for the first 500 wallets activated and funded. Restrictions apply. Details and full official rules available at http://rumble.com/promoofficialrules. This is a paid advertisement for Rumble Wallet. Rumble is compensating me for this ad. Tim Kennedy sits down with Austin Von Letkemann, creator of Mandatory Fun Day, for a brand-new episode of Overdogs USA. Tim and Austin discuss life after active duty, military culture, leadership, veteran struggles, combat sports, and the future of America. Austin opens up about transitioning out of the Army, losing the structure that comes with military life, and what helped him rebuild discipline. Tim and Austin also discuss Pete Hegseth’s approach to military standards, the importance of warrior culture, the American Legion, why so many veterans struggle to stay connected after leaving service, dating apps, social media algorithms, the decline of the American family, and whether foreign adversaries like China and Russia benefit from increasing division and instability inside the United States. CHAPTERS 00:00 Coming Up00:58 Austin Von Letkemann Joins Tim Kennedy05:04 How Mandatory Fun Day Became a Military Brand10:35 Why Shared Suffering Creates Military Brotherhood14:20 Life After Active Duty & Giving Back20:14 The Reality of Leaving the Military28:42 Rebuilding Discipline, Purpose & Structure38:55 Jiu-Jitsu, MMA & the Evolution of Combat Sports41:34 Pete Hegseth, Military Standards & Warrior Culture47:24 Staying Connected to the Military After Active Duty52:25 Why Veterans Are Disconnecting from Veteran Organizations57:26 The Importance of Friends After Leaving the Military1:02:08 Dating Apps, China & the War on the American Family

  2. Aug 12

    Bas Rutten Reveals the Dark Truth About Life After Fighting | Tim Kennedy

    Take Control of Your Money - Download Now at http://wallet.rumble.com/Tim.This is a paid advertisement for Rumble Wallet. Rumble is compensating me for this ad.UFC legend Bas Rutten joins Tim Kennedy on Overdogs USA for a wide-ranging conversation about his legendary fighting career, Kevin Randleman, the early days of the UFC, Pancrase, GSP, fighting fear, life after competition, faith, discipline, and much more.Bas opens up about the struggles that came after retiring from fighting, how he eventually found a new purpose, and the mindset that changed his life. He also tells incredible stories from his career — including how Kevin Randleman tricked him before their UFC title fight, why he immediately knew Georges St-Pierre would become a champion, and how he developed some of the techniques that made him one of the most feared fighters of his era.Subscribe to Overdogs USA for more full episodes with Tim Kennedy and some of the biggest names in combat sports.CHAPTERS:00:00 – Intro04:04 – Fighting Kevin Randleman for the UFC Title05:52 – How Kevin Randleman Tricked Bas Before Their Fight08:40 – The Dark Side of Life After Fighting11:39 – Bas on Being Bullied as a Kid15:33 – Why Bas Rutten Started Martial Arts18:02 – Realizing He Could Become World Champion20:57 – The Fight That Changed Bas Rutten24:29 – How Bas Developed His Kickboxing Style25:31 – The Liver Shot That Changed Everything29:01 – The Most Dangerous Kickboxers Ever30:47 – Bas Rutten’s Brutal Conditioning Method32:10 – Would Prime Bas Rutten Succeed in Modern MMA?33:48 – Watching UFC 1 & the Insanity of Early MMA35:30 – Bas Rutten’s UFC Mentality39:02 – Bas Knew GSP Would Become Champion39:37 – GSP Asked Bas About Being Afraid43:23 – Bas Rutten’s First UFC Fight44:51 – The Kevin Randleman “Nose Bone” Story45:45 – The Secret Behind Bas Rutten’s Famous Palm Strikes49:15 – Bas Predicted Max Holloway Would Become Champion51:00 – Going From Fighter to Commentator & Hollywood53:12 – Bas Rutten on Hollywood & Acting56:00 – America, Culture & Thinking for Yourself1:01:34 – Faith, Good and Evil & Self-Control1:06:30 – The Reality Behind Fame and Fighting1:07:17 – Why You Need to Learn to Love Yourself1:09:33 – Why Bas Let Go of Material Things1:11:14 – Bas Explains His Breathing Training1:14:40 – Does Bas Miss Being a Fighter?1:16:17 – Closing Thoughts

  3. Jul 25

    The Shocking Truth About Epstein Nobody Wants to Admit... (Tim Kennedy & JP Sears)

    Introducing the latest episode of Tim Kennedy's Overdogs Podcast.Tim Kennedy sits down with comedian, commentator and creator JP Sears for a wide-ranging conversation about free speech, censorship, comedy, masculinity and the responsibility men have to become stronger.JP explains how satire can bypass censorship, why independent creators are replacing traditional Hollywood, and how becoming a father forced him to confront weakness in his own life. Tim and JP also discuss Elon Musk’s impact on free speech, Gavin Newsom, Shane Gillis, American food and pharmaceuticals, Peter Thiel and Palantir, the dangers of outsourcing our thinking to AI, and JP’s mission with the Better Man Project.This episode is about telling the truth, thinking independently and developing the physical and mental strength needed to lead your family and protect your freedom.Subscribe to Overdogs USA for more unfiltered conversations with Tim Kennedy.00:00 Intro00:53 Tim introduces JP Sears02:03 Training, hunting and their friendship04:17 Gifts and podcast giveaway06:45 Why JP uses comedy to discuss serious issues08:51 Satire, truth and defeating censorship13:49 How comedy changes people’s minds16:12 Why Hollywood comedy became afraid18:59 Independent creators are replacing Hollywood22:41 How getting fired changed Shane Gillis’ career26:47 The future of comedy and free speech28:23 Gavin Newsom, Nick Shirley and censorship30:31 Could censorship return in 2028?33:52 Why America has too many weak men35:52 Freedom can be more important than life39:00 JP’s journey from approval addict to stronger man43:04 Is it selfish for fathers to be weak and unhealthy?47:17 Becoming capable enough to protect your family49:26 Discipline, self-respect and men’s mental health52:23 Why personal responsibility is making a comeback56:08 JP Sears on criticizing Trump and following truth59:13 American food, pharmaceuticals and the Epstein files01:01:16 How JP researches controversial subjects01:01:55 Peter Thiel, Palantir and mass surveillance01:06:40 Will AI destroy critical thinking?01:08:45 Why humans need difficult challenges01:13:00 The disturbing warning hidden in WALL-E01:14:41 The future of JP Sears and the Better Man Project01:15:55 JP’s message to men who feel stuck01:18:25 Would JP Sears ever enter politics?01:20:31 Where to follow JP Sears01:21:26 Tim reveals the future of Overdogs USA01:24:29 Final thoughts

  4. Jul 20

    Gordon Ryan Reveals Why He Wanted to Grapple Khamzat

    Introducing the latest episode of Tim Kennedy's Overdogs Podcast.Tim sits down with longtime friend and BJJ legend Gordon Ryan for a deep dive into the state of jiu jitsu, Austin's rise as the sport's new global hub, ADCC 2025 in Krakow, and who the next generation of stars might be.Gordon opens up about his long battle with gut health issues, the genetic discoveries behind them, and what his future in competition and coaching could look like as he transitions off the mat. They also get into the thinking behind his training methods, what makes the Danaher system so effective, and how grappling is reshaping the future of MMA.An honest and unfiltered conversation with one of the greatest grapplers of all time.Subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments.00:00 Coming Up00:54 Gordon Ryan Joins Tim in Austin01:49 The BJJ GOAT & the Kron Gracie Beef05:22 ADCC Team News & Helena the Next Superstar06:25 Gordon's Training Philosophy: Bodybuilding & Isometrics12:02 Austin: The New Hub of Jiu Jitsu15:07 The Future of the Sport: Krakow & Next Stars18:19 Mikey Musumeci & the Future of UFC Grappling23:02 Celebrities & the Best Grapplers in MMA32:45 London, Immigration & the First/Second Amendment36:31 Grading Trump, Elon Musk & Government Fraud43:12 Privacy, Free Speech & Social Media Monopolies49:46 Sean Strickland & the UFC 250 Controversy55:57 Truck Talk & How Gordon Peaks for Competition1:01:00 Gordon's Health Battle & Political Ambitions1:08:47 Guns, Road Trips & Texas Hospitality

  5. Jul 14

    Tim Kennedy ⁠Addresses Every Single Claim…

    Introducing the first episode of Tim Kennedy’s Overdogs Podcast.Tim sits down with longtime friend Bryan Callen for an honest conversation about the controversy surrounding Scars and Stripes, criticism of his military stories, accountability, faith, and what it means to rebuild after losing everything.Tim also explains the bigger mission behind the podcast: traveling to conflict zones and overlooked parts of the world to show people what is really happening on the ground.A raw and honest conversation about truth, accountability, and moving forward.Subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

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  6. Jun 9

    Dominick Cruz on Reclaiming the Gold, Facing Injuries, and Becoming a First-Ballot Hall of Famer!

    Dominick Cruz joins the Overdogs Podcast to break down everything from the massive "White House Card" spectacle to the technical blueprint of how elite fighters think. The former UFC Bantamweight Champion doesn't hold back on why top-tier boxers get destroyed when crossing over to MMA, his precise analytical breakdown of Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje, and what it truly takes to have a Hall of Fame mentality. If you want to understand the fight game at the highest level, this masterclass from the blueprint himself is a must-watch. 🔥 Subscribe to Overdogs USA for more elite combat sports content! Intro: 0:00 Dominick Cruz Joins the Show: 0:11 The State of the Bantamweight Division: 0:48 Song Yadong’s Guillotine Win Over Figueiredo: 2:10 Who’s Next in the Bantamweight Title Picture?: 3:35 Ad Break: 5:41 Merab’s Broken Nose & Fighting Through Injuries: 7:29 Why RAF Is Great for MMA Fighters and Wrestlers: 12:03 Would Dominic Cruz Compete in Wrestling or Grappling?: 13:51 Cruz on Transitioning From Fighter to Commentator: 15:36 Blinders, Boundaries, and Balancing Life With Fighting: 20:39 Colby Covington vs Chris Weidman in RAF: 22:00 Ben Askren Competing After a Lung Transplant: 23:46 Who Won the Ben Askren–Mighty Mouse Trade?: 27:32 Tom Aspinall Asking for a UFC Release: 30:11 MMA Fighters Crossing Over Into Boxing: 33:10 The New Heavyweight Division & Rising Prospects: 36:47 Breaking Down the White House UFC Card: 40:06 Could the White House Card Beat Netflix Viewership?: 41:14 Behind the Scenes of the White House Event: 47:00 Ilia Topuria vs Justin Gaethje Breakdown: 49:10 Is Fight Analysis Learned or Natural?: 53:50 Michael Chandler vs Ruffy Breakdown: 55:56 UFC 5, Gaming, and Fighters on Twitch: 1:03:16 UFC Performance Institutes & Cross-Training: 1:04:50 Dominick Cruz on Becoming a First Ballot Hall of Famer: 1:07:52 Which Fighters Study Dominic Cruz’s Style?: 1:12:18 Fair or Foul? Wrestling Clip Reaction: 1:15:02 Darren Till KO & Bare Knuckle Breakdown: 1:18:07 Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway Rematch Talk: 1:21:07 Would Dominic Cruz Coach Fighters?: 1:26:27 Final Sports Talk, Fitness, and Closing Thoughts: 1:29:22 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. May 30

    King Green Exposes the Insane Drama of Running a Strip Club!

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  8. May 2

    Alex The Terrible Reveals Story Behind Massive Face Scar

    In this explosive episode of the Overdogs Podcast, the King of Violence Mike Perry sits down with Alex "The Terrible", the most feared frontman in heavy metal. This isn't just a music interview—it’s a raw conversation about the transition from the stage to the BKFC squared circle and the mindset required to stay at the top of the food chain.Alex breaks down the reality of his life in the USA, his experiences with the Russian government, and the viral footage of him wrestling 600lb brown bears. The guys also dive into the technical adjustments of bare-knuckle fighting, the discipline of his youth, and how fatherhood has changed his perspective on legacy and violence. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Overdogs USA brings raw conversations with fighters, veterans, athletes, and cultural disruptors — hosted by Tim Kennedy. Real stories, hard questions, and unfiltered takes from the front lines of combat sports, America, and life.

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  • Creator
    Overdogs Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    132
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © Overdogs Podcast Network
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