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Interview of Art Jimmerson - 10.21.2011 - Art "One Glove" Jimmerson
In November 1993 at UFC 1 a man by the name of Art Jimmerson stared across the cage at legendary Brazilian fighter Royce Gracie. An accomplished ameteur and professional boxer himself, he was taught a valuable lesson that day. He was one …
Interview of Wilson Reis - 10.17.2011 - Wilson Reis
At Bellator 54 Da Closer caught up with Wilson Reis to talk about training, upcoming events, and how Wilson likes his women.
Da Closer: What is new with your training?
Reis: I just had a fight about a month ago. So now it is time …
Interview with Jim Wing - 10.13.2011 - Jim Wing
At the recent American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League event I had a chance to interview the manager and father of the main Event victor, Jim Wing. During this interview we talked about managing his son, his trips to Brazil, and Brazilian women. < …
Interview with Rick Mccoy - 10.13.2011 - Rick Mccoy
At the recent Mixed Martial Arts Fight League event in Newtown,PA Da Closer interviewed Rick Mccoy from the MMA Institue in Virginia. A number of topics were discussed including the dreaded naked MMA.
Da Closer: You have two fighters fight …
Interview of Parker Porter (Reality Fighting Heavyweight Champion) - 10.7.2011 - Parker Porter
At the recent Reality Fighting event I caught up with Heavyweight Champ Parker Porter to talk about the Upcoming bout with former UFC competitor Gabriel Gonzaga. We discussed his training regimen, how it feels to fight Gonzaga, and if people …
Interview of Gabriel Gonzaga - 10.7.2011 - Gabriel Gonzaga
At the recent Reality Fighting event at the Mohegan Sun Casino I caught up with Gabriel Gonzaga to talk about his upcoming bout with Heavyweight Champ Parker Porter. In this interview Gabriel was very open about his training and what has rei …
Interview of Don Messing - 10.6.2011 - Don Messing Strength and Conditioning Coach for MMA Fighters
At the recent American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League event Nogibear caught up with strength and conditioning coach Don Messing. In this interview many things are discussed including how important strength and conditioning is in a fight.
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Interview of Don Cioffi of Chamber MMA - 10.4.2011 - Don Cioffi of Chamber MMA
At American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League 3 www.Nogibear.com caught up with Don Cioffi from Team Chamber MMA. We discussed his fighter Richard Patishnock fighting in the event and Da Closer asks Don, a forme …
Interview with Lewis Rumsey - 10.3.2011 - Lewis Rumsey
At the recent American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League event in Newtown, PA Nogibear interviewed Lewis Rumsey of Team Viscious. Lewis talked about his training, unorthodox style, and why he likes kicking and punching people in the head so muc …
Interview of Chris Wing (AMMAFL Fighter) - 10.3.2011 - Chris Wing
At the recent American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League event in Newtown,PA I caught up with Chris Wing before his fight in the main event. Chris was very open about his training, and trips to brazil to train at the legendary Gracie Barra …
Interview of Jim McCann (American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League) - 09.26.2011 - Jim McCann
On September 26, 2011 Nogibear stumbled into Jim McCann's Xtreme Freestyle MMA school in Newtown, PA for an exclusive interview, and to promote the American Mixed Martial Arts Fight League. He was able to do that and much more. Jim was very c …
Interview with Paul Miles of Locked in the Cage - 08.31.2011 - Paul Miles
On August 31, 2011 Prof. Robinson caught up with matchmaker Paul Miles from the locked in the cage organization in Phila. Paul was very candid about how he became affiliated with this organization, and how this job beats …
Butch Hiles - 08.16.2011 - Butch Hiles
Da Closer of Nogibear.com recently discussed some pretty cool questions with Butch Hiles of Butch Hiles Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu and MMA LLC. Butch was the driving force behind the legalization of mixed martial arts in West Virginia. Believ …
Interview with Phil Migliarese - 08.9.2011 - Phil Migliarese
At the recent Locked in the Cage event Prof. Robinson caught up with Balance Studio's Rick Migliarese. We discussed current state of MMA in Phila, Matrix fights, and much more.
Nogibear: Kyle Cerminara is fighting tonight, what sets …
Interview of Gary "Big Daddy" Goodridge - 08.6.2011 - Gary Goodridge
On August 6th Prof. Robinson and Da Closer caught up with mixed martial arts legend Gary Goodridge in Ontario, Canada. Gary was open to discuss a range of topics from things that occured inside and out of the cage, to how he got started …
Interview with Kipp Kollar - 08.5.2011 - Kipp Kollar
At the recent battle at the beach Prof. Robinson caught up with Kipp Kollar, head of NAGA and Reality Fighting. Kipp was eager to give us an interview with beer in hand getting an early start celebrating his birthday. We discussed h …
Interview with Tim Carpenter - 08.4.2011 - Tim Carpenter
August 4, 2011 Prof. Robinson caught up with Tim Carpenter from balance studio to discuss issues relating to his stablemate Kyle Cerminara, and what he hates most about fighting.
Nogibear: Your stablemate Kyle Cerminara is fighting tonight …
Interview with Kyle Cerminara - 08.4.2011 - Kyle Cerminara
At the locked in the cage event Aug 4th Prof. Robinson and Da Closer caught up with All American wrestler Kyle Cerminara, fresh after picking up his second professional MMA win. In this debut of the tag team interview The Prof. and Da&nb …
Interview of Chip Pollard - 07.23.2011 - Chip Pollard
On July 23, 2011 Chip Pollard claimed the CFFC welterweight title as his own. He defeated the former welterweight champion and fan favorite Joey "Boom Boom" Rivera. We caught up with him after the fight.
Nogibear: You pulled off an impres …
Interview of Joey Rivera - 07.23.2011 - Joey "Boom Boom" Rivera
On July 23, 2011 I Nogibear caught up with fan favorite Joey Rivera after his first professional loss. We discussed the fight and a look into the future for the former champ.
Nogibear: How are you feeling tonight?
Rivera: I ha …
Interview of Mike Mendrano (Team Rhino) - 07.23.2011 - Mike Mendrano
On July 23, 2011 at the CFFC event Mike Mendrano defeated hometown favorite and former champion Al Buck from the shark tank. After the fight Buck humbly announced his retirement. Both men then embraced and gave due respect for a great fight. …
Interview with Fran Evans - 07.15.2011 - Fran Evans
After the locked in the cage event on July 15 Nogibear caught up with MMA Fighter and Promoter Fran Evans. We spoke of the successfulness of the event, and what the future events in the LITC hold. Fran also discusses what it takes to be a promoter …
Tim "The South Jersey Strangler" Williams - 06.10.2011 - Tim Williams AKA The south jersey strangler
On June 10th Nogibear caught up with undefeated middleweight CFFC fighter Tim Williams . During this brief interview we discuss his last victory, work ethic, and much more.
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Interview with the matchmaker - 06.10.2011 - Arias Garcia jr. AKA the matchmaker
On June 10 Nogibear met with Arias Garcia jr. matchmaker from the CFFC based in Atlantic City. Not to be confused with what Patti Stanger (Millionaire Matchmaker) does. There are huge consequences from the date that this matchmaker sets …
Mike "Danger" Castro - 05.25.2011 - Mike "Danger" Castro
Nogi Bear: When did you begin your training in muay thai?
Dave Clemmens - 05.22.2011 - Dave Clemmens
Nogi Bear's very own Da Closer recently met up with local legend Dave Clemmens. You can find Clemmens providing excellent Brazilian Jiu Jitsu instruction at The Octagon training facility ( [ CLICK HERE FOR FULL INTERVIEW ]
CFFC President Rob Haydak - 05.4.2011 - Rob Haydak
Nogi Bear: How did you become affiliated with CFFC and president of the organization?
Rob Haydak: I knew the previous owners and assisted them from time to time with marketing.
Khadi Madama The First Lady of MMA Yoga - 04.29.2011 - Khadi Madama
On June 26, 2010 Nogi Bear had the pleasure of interviewing the first lady of MMA Khadi Madama. A lady who has an interesting outlook on holistic medicine, and MMA.
Nogi Bear: When did you begin training in yoga and why?
Khadi Ma …
Berwick MMA - 04.29.2011 - Tim Waltman (Raging Warrior Promotions)
Berwick MMA "The Battle for the Berwick Youth" 05/07/11 www.berwickmma.com
Nogi Bear: How did you become affiliated with Berwick MMA and the president of the organiz …
Interview with Josh Saper - 02.10.2011 - Joshua Saper
In our travels Nogibear caught up with competitor and trainer Josh Saper of choice martial arts academy in Marlton, NJ. During out interview we discussed the current state of MMA and much more.
Nogibear: What style did …
Elliot "The Fire" Marshall - 08.12.2010 - Elliot "The Fire" Marshall
Nogi Bear caught up with mixed martial arts fighter and season eight contender of the ultimate fighter Elliot Marshall. Elliot was able to give us an open look into his experience in the ultimate fighter house and much more..
Nogi Be …
World Karate Union Founder WKU Frank Tasetano - 06.26.2010 - WKu Founder Frank Tasetano
On June 26, 2010 Nogi Bear’s Professor Robinson had the pleasure of interviewing the head of the World Karate Union Frank Tasetano. The interview took place at the Pocono Manor Inn at the annual WKU hall of fame inductee dinner.
Nogi Bear …
Mike "Taz" Andrus - 06.26.2010 - Mike "Taz" Andrus
On June 26th, 2010 Nogi Bear’s Professor Robinson had the pleasure of interviewing World Karate Union’s mixed martial arts instruction of the year Mike Andrus. This candid interview took place at the 2010 World Karate Union’s hall of fame dinner. …
Dan "The Beast" Severn - 06.16.2010 - Dan Severn
At a danger zone event in Manassas,Virginia I was able to catch up to the legend Dan " The Beast" Severn. From this interview I gathered insight into the legend about how he got into MMA, how he used to train for these fights, and what is in the f …
Interview with Alan Goldberg - 05.4.2010 - Alan Goldberg
I had a chance to sit down with Alan Goldberg of Action magazine to talk about a number of issues surrounding martial arts from years ago and today. I also gathered insight into how Alan feels about MMA today.
Nogibear: How …
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