Heavy Hands & Healthy Minds

The Gator

I sit down with a long time MMA veteran, now “water bottle holder” “cage side trash talker” my great buddy Rob Gates! A.K.A Gator! We talk about what it takes to win, how to develop your own style! A dad who likes to be involved, a backwoods guy with mental grit and a Buss driver! The old days, some old fights, and the importance on little things!!

Mary mom of mom’s!

I sit down to talk with Mary about motherhood, juggling tasks, and what it takes to be a great mom!

Bull in the Doghouse: Andre Case’s Raw Fight Stories & Fighter IQ

Episode at the Doghouse Gym: Andre “Bull” Case sits down to share his MMA journey—35+ fights across amateur, pro and bare-knuckle, training at Hard Drive, and traveling the regional circuit. He breaks down A-side vs. B-side fights, controversial judge decisions, brutal moments in the cage, and what it takes to develop heart and fighter IQ over time. Personal stories, camaraderie, and lessons for fighters and coaches make this a raw, honest look at life in and out of the ring.

H.S. wrestling stand out Bradly Lewis

Today I got to sit down with Iowa Junior grade wrestling star Bradley Lewis. We talk about moments and time capturing the things we’re chasing after! Bradley’s wrestling game plan for Saturday at city high Is to turn up the heat use his brain take his time and capture the moment!

Heavy Hands & Healthy Minds

At Doghouse Gym, Brett Osborne opens up about his journey through addiction and recovery — marking nearly nine years of change and coming up on five years sober. He discusses the role of a 12-step program, dealing with slips, and how sobriety reshaped his life. The conversation also covers training and fitness, balancing work and family (including being a grandparent), music and band life, and practical perspectives on guns and personal responsibility. The episode blends honest reflection with humor and hard-earned lessons on consistency, service, and finding purpose.