Current UFC strawweight Sam “Sampage” Hughes joins the Kings of Kimuras Podcast to tell the story of her journey from life before fighting to competing on the biggest stage in MMA. Sam takes us back to the beginning—her background as a Division I cross-country and track athlete, discovering combat sports, stepping into the cage for the first time, and the rapid climb that eventually earned her a shot in the UFC. We talk about what it was like making her UFC debut against Tecia Torres on just ...
28 Jul 2026
S4E6: How Chris Martinez Built Phalanx Into a Jiu-Jitsu Powerhouse
In this episode of Kings of Kimuras, we sit down with Chris Martinez, founder of Phalanx, one of the pioneers of modern no-gi Jiu-Jitsu apparel. Chris shares the incredible story of building Phalanx from the ground up—starting with nothing more than a sewing machine, YouTube tutorials, and a relentless drive to create better gear for the Jiu-Jitsu community. We also discuss the Corvo Team Challenge happening this Sunday at our Plano location, what competitors and spectators can expect, and wh...
26 Jun 2026
S4E6:UFC Veteran Charles Byrd on Coaching the Next Generation of Fighters
Former UFC fighter and longtime Fortis MMA head striking coach Charles Byrd joins the Kings of Kimuras Podcast to discuss his transition from professional fighter to coach and mentor. Charles shares the lessons he learned competing at the highest levels of the sport, the challenges of stepping away from active competition, and what it takes to develop young, hungry fighters into successful competitors. We also dive into the importance of building a complete MMA athlete, creating the right cul...
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