In this interview, Alastair Volders breaks down his journey as a professional fighter competing on ONE Championship’s ONE Friday Fights. We talk about his training at Absolute MMA, sharpening his skills alongside UFC fighters Kaan Ofli and Jack Jenkins, and what it takes to perform on one of the world’s biggest combat sports stages. A must-watch for MMA fans and aspiring fighters.

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In this full interview, we sit down with Kristóf Szántó from Strive Dietetics to break down what actually matters for combat sports nutrition — from training fuel and recovery, to smarter weight cuts and long-term performance habits.If you’re an MMA or boxing athlete (or coach), this one’s packed with practical takeaways you can apply immediately.

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Michael Alsop joins the Australian MMA Podcast for a full sit-down interview ahead of his upcoming fight at Eternal MMA 102, where he’s set to face Perci Mwambi.Alsop opens up about how he first found mixed martial arts, what drew him into the sport, and the journey that’s led him to this point in his professional career. He also speaks about the unique dynamic of chasing an MMA career alongside his partner — who is also a professional fighter — and the challenges and motivation that come with walking the same path.We break down the Eternal 102 matchup, preparation, mindset, and what the future holds as Michael continues to build momentum in Australian MMA.

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Former UFC fighter and respected coach Dylan Andrews sits down to talk about his journey from grassroots MMA to the UFC, the current state of mixed martial arts, and what’s missing in today’s generation of fighters.

Recorded before Christmas, this conversation goes deeper than wins and losses — touching on the responsibility of coaches to shape not just elite athletes, but disciplined, respectful, and grounded men. A must-watch for fighters, coaches, and anyone invested in the future of MMA.

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Justin Van Heerden opens up ahead of his Eternal MMA 102 showdown with Jesse Swain. He talks about the matchup, what it’s like training alongside UFC featherweight great Alex Volkanovski, and whether the UFC is still a realistic goal as he enters the next stage of his fighting career. A raw look at ambition, evolution, and what comes next inside and outside the cage.

Ahead of Eternal MMA 102 on January 31, Jesse Swain speaks candidly about the passing of his coach Suman Mokhtarian, the impact it’s had on his career, and how he’s moving forward. Jesse also breaks down his current training at Sydney West Martial Arts, the closure of Australian Top Team, and how it’s changed things for him and longtime teammate Matty Iann as they now train at different gyms. A raw and honest look at Jesse’s journey heading into his next fight against Justin van Heerden.For more visit: www.australianmma.com.au

Isi Fitikefu joins the show for an honest conversation about his MMA journey — from earning a UFC contract and losing it due to injuries, to rebuilding himself alongside Rob Whittaker and Jacob Malkoun.We dive into the mental and physical toll of setbacks, what it’s like training with Australia’s elite, and his upcoming fight against Chase Mann on Friday Night Fights at ONE Championship on January 23rd. This is a story of resilience, patience, and unfinished business.For more visit: www.australianmma.com.au

Aaron Tau jumps on for a wild (and brutally honest) car-chat fresh off training — talking life, camp, the madness that comes with chasing the UFC dream, and why this Road to UFC Final in Sydney is the moment he’s been building toward.

We cover training under Dan Hooker and the Kickboxing boys, the mentality shift from “fun fighter” to “winner,” what he knows about his opponent Naz Namsa, and why this time he’s doing it for him. It’s raw, funny, chaotic, and then suddenly deep — classic Aaron.

In this episode:

• Training camp updates + dieting through Christmas

• Dan Hooker’s “gym etiquette” (aka tough love)

• Road to UFC Final in Sydney — fighting on the same card as Hooker

• What Aaron knows about Naz Namsa + the danger he brings

• Losing friends/family, resetting, and getting focused

• “Be you” advice from the people closest to him

• The mindset shift: fighter vs winner

• Aaron’s promise for Feb 1

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