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The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Kurt Chase-Patrick from the Fixed Fights Podcast with Kurt and Ben, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Magny vs Chiesa. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @kcpko Check out our sponsor: AJMMABetting.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

Fights. Are. Back. And on this week's episode, Shockwave and Gumby will be bringing back their favorite segment, "Fights, Dogs, and Parlays" where they go inside the odds and find you value on this week's card. Plus, Gumby is back at it with the interviews. Joining him first this week is Cage Warriors double champion, Mason Jones. He discusses his view of fighters as products and how he's carefully honed that product for this very moment. Then Sarah Moras pops by to discuss the difficulty of being a Canadian who trains in America during a pandemic. She shares what she misses most about being back home, but also how this camp has her ready to do some damage. TIME STAMPS: 2:38 - Mason Jones Interview: The Product is Ready for Consumers 15:12 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Fight Island 7+8 28:02 - Sarah Moras Interview: I Left My Heart in Kelowna

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by European MMA expert, Scott Lagdon, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Holloway vs Kattar. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @scott_lagdon Check out our sponsor: AJMMABetting.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

This week, Gumby and Shockwave are back at it with another of their famed combat countdowns to lead into the new year. In 4 of the last 5 years, a fighter has gone from unranked to in a title fight (2020 is an outlier). So they're making their picks and counting down the 5 most likely to do just that. Plus, Gumby is hitting you with the interviews that you know and love. First, Jacob Kilburn stops by to discuss his debut and why it didn't really feel like a debut. Plus, he details the circumstances that brought him to ATT. And Gumby closes the show by chatting with Carlos Felipe, who has a theory that a fight with Andrei Arlovski is looming. TIME STAMPS: 2:53 - Jacob Kilburn Interview: On the Road Again 21:44 - Combat Countdown: Top 5 Most Likely Unranked to Title 33:20 - Carlos Felipe Interview: Champ on the Horizon?

The year 2020 is coming to an end, which is likely for the best, but Shockwave and Gumby wanted to remind you of the very best that took place in 2020. This week’s episode includes our year end awards. While there was plenty to be down on, the guys are here with their KO, Sub, Fighters, Fight, and Newcomer of the UFC calendar. Make sure to listen in and tweet at them when they botch it. Plus, Gumby has a couple chats with fighters getting ready for Fight Island. First, Tyson Nam talks about his willingness to go out on his shield. Then Jerome Rivera stops by to discuss his UFC debut. Timestamps: 2:22 - Tyson Nam Interview: Some Need to Get KOed 12:05 - Jerome Rivera Interview: It’s Time 23:02 - Combat Countdown: 2020 Awards

So the UFC action may have taken a temporary hiatus, but Gumby and Shockwave have not. This week, Gumby is back talking with two fighters who are on the next card in January. First Mike Grundy pops bouncing back from his first loss in a long time and what you can expect to be different on Fight Island. Then, Christian Aguilera joins Gumby to discuss his unique training situation and how he moves around to get the best training possible. And while we don’t have “Fights, Dogs, and Parlays” for you this week, the guys didn’t want you going home with an empty stocking, so they are welcoming back the “Combat Countdown”! This week, the guys will countdown their top 3 fights that they want to see in 2021. Timestamps: 2:24 - Mike Grundy Interview: New Year, New me 9:56 - Christian Aguilera Interview: Making Da Beast 22:07 - Combat Countdown: Top 3 Fights We Want to See

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Adam Martin of MMA Oddsbreaker, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Thompson vs Neal. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @MMAdamMartin Check out our sponsor: AJMMABetting.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

One last UFC event this year and the guys from Top Turtle have all you’ll need to get you hyped. First, Gumby is chatting with Fortis MMA product, Alex Morono. He discusses facing Anthony Pettis, how the fight came together, and working with Sayif Saud. Then Rick Glenn stops by and talks about his long layoff. He also tells the story of his amateur debut in which he left his shift at Target to punch somebody in the face. It’s a must listen to story. And speaking of “much listen to”, there’s one last “Fights, Dogs, and Parlays” this year. Get that last gambling advice of the year and make some extra holiday cash with Gumby and Shockwave. Timestamps: 2:29 - Alex Morono Interview: Facing a Legend 13:22 - Rick Glenn Interview: Target to the Cage 29:41 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Vegas 17

Another week of cancelled fights and crazy switches, but you can count on your favorite podcast to be just the way you left it. Top Turtle is back again this week with the interviews that you love. Gumby kicks off this week by talking with Renato Moicano as he gets ready for his second bout since his move to lightweight. He opens up about his positive COVID test, training through it, and how he expects to move up in his new division. Then Daniel Pineda pops by to discuss his career. At 35-years old, he knows there might not be much left. He’s come to terms with it, but is determined to make it count. All that, plus Shockwave joins to discuss the fights for UFC 256. They give you the lowdown together on “Fights, Dogs, and Parlays”, where you can get the easiest to consume betting information out there. Timestamps: 2:17 - Renato Moicano Interview: In Love with the Sport 11:33 - Daniel Pineda Interview: One Last Run 25:15 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC 256

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Ryan Jarrell from Between Rounds Radio, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC 256. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @SonOfJarrell20 Check out our sponsor: AJMMABetting.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

The headliners might keep changing, but don’t go looking for us to. We’re back at it again this week with our 250th episode. Gumby once again has a loaded show with guests from this week’s UFC Vegas 16 card. First Damon Jackson joins him and discusses working with Sayif Saud, as well as the long road back to the UFC. Then Jordan Leavitt stops by to talk about his first try at wrestling as a kid and why it’s weird for him to fight Matt Wiman. Plus, Gumby is back at it with his parlay of the week in “Fights, Dogs and Parlays”. He’s hit 3 weeks in a row with a big, plus-money parlay, so you don’t want to miss him making it 4 for 4. Timestamps: 2:40 - Damon Jackson Interview: A Slap in the Face 15:25 - Jordan Leavitt Interview: Not into Wrestling from the Get-Go 28:56 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Vegas 16

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Kurt Chase-Patrick from the Fixed Fights Podcast with Kurt and Ben, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Hermansson vs Vettori. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @kcpko Check out our sponsor: ajsactionpackedsportsbets.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by AJ Schullo from AJ's Action Packed Sports Bets, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Blaydes vs Lewis. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @AJMMABetting Check out our sponsor: ajsactionpackedsportsbets.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

The champions last week were dominant and of course, so is Top Turtle MMA! Fresh off of another weekend of sound betting advice, Gumby and Shockwave are at it again. Their parlay of the week has hit in back to back weeks, scoring their listeners plus-money in both cases. Listen in to see what they have cooked up for this show. And before they get to that, Gumby is chatting with a couple of the fighters on the card. First, Devin Clark stops by to discuss how a recent fight changed him in a very real way. He discusses watching an old opponent rise to champion status and his road to that belt with good friend Jon Jones out of the division. Plus, Parker Porter is stopping by before his second UFC bout. There’s tons to talk about from the 13 year professional, so you’re going to want to tune in. Timestamps: 2:13 - Devin Clark Interview: Something Has Changed in Me 15:02 - Parker Porter Interview: 13 Years 27:34 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Vegas 15

The UFC is back on pay-per-view this weekend, but Top Turtle is bringing you the goods for free. First, Gumby is sitting down with a couple of the guys from this weekend’s UFC 255 card. Brandon Royval pops by first to discuss fighting Brandon Moreno and the possibility of getting a title shot. Then UFC mainstay Alan Jouban talks about his career winding down and looking for legacy fights to close it out. Then Gumby is joined by Shockwave Dave to break down the card on “Fights, Dogs, and Parlays”. Their parlay of Alex Morono and Tony Gravely landed last week, so be sure to check out what they have up their sleeves this weekend. Timestamps: 2:27 - Brandon Royval Interview: A Crazy 6 Months 13:31 - Alan Jouban Interview: The End is Near? 29:30 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC255

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Joe McDonagh from Cageside Press, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC 255. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @joe_mcdonagh6 Check out our sponsor: ajsactionpackedsportsbets.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

Well, Paul Felder stepped up, so we figured we’d better step up too. Top Turtle is back at it again this week with all the good stuff. First, Gumby will be talking with two of the fighters on the show this weekend. Roque Martinez pops in first and discusses why if it wasn’t for COVID, he may have never been in the UFC. He also shares his love for Pride FC and how it inspired his career. Then Khaos Williams drops by to talk about the slugfest he anticipates with Abdul Razak Alhassan. And if that isn’t enough, Shockwave and Gumby are giving you their thoughts on some of the big fights on this card. They also give you the gambling advice that you need to get that bank account back in the black. Timestamps: 1:45 - Roque Martinez Interview: Pride Never Dies 11:57 - Khaos Williams Interview: Encore 28:10 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Vegas 14

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Kristen King from Bloody Elbow, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Felder vs dos Anjos. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @KristenKingMMA Check out our sponsor: ajsactionpackedsportsbets.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque

After an emotion last week that saw the end (maybe?) of one of the greatest career’s we’ve ever seen, we try to move on with our lives. Luckily, there’s always another UFC event right around the corner. This week, Gumby is talking with two of the fighters who will be squaring off with one another this weekend. Ramiz Brahimaj will be fighting Max Griffin and both have some thoughts on that matchup. Plus, Brahimaj dishes on the long road he took to finally get this fight. And Griffin discusses where he has taken his training to. Plus, if that isn’t enough to get you to click download, Shockwave and Gumby have all the gambling goodies for you too. Timestamps: 2:05 - Ramiz Brahimaj Interview: All About the Journey 14:51 - Max Griffin Interview: Bring the Pain 32:45 - Fights, Dogs, and Parlays: UFC Vegas 13

The Prelim Primer is the one and only podcast dedicated to the curtain jerkers. Catch host Daniel "Gumby" Vreeland, who is joined this week by Benjamin Abrigo from the Fixed Fights Podcast, as they break down all of the prelims of UFC Santos vs Teixeira. Follow host on Twitter @GumbyVreeland Follow co-host on Twitter @kcpko Check out our sponsor: ajsactionpackedsportsbets.com Musical Credit: I dunno by grapes (c) copyright 2008 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. dig.ccmixter.org/files/grapes/16626 Ft: J Lang, Morusque