Podcast
Forged in Ohio
Hosted by Jake Murren · EN
This is Forged in Ohio! A podcast featuring interviews with combat sports athletes from the state of Ohio. Discover the stories, experiences, and careers of amateur and young professional MMA fighters, boxers, and wrestlers weekly on Forged in Ohio!
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Wesley Armstrong
Feb 200:34:18Tap to summarizeWesley Armstrong joins host Jake Murren on Episode 132 of Forged in Ohio. Wes is 3-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is fighting for AFP's heavyweight championship on February 21st.In this episode, Wes talks about his weight loss journey and how he got into MMA, the three amateur fights in his career, what fans can expect from his title fight, and more. Wes is an incredibly exciting heavyweight that all Ohio MMA fans should support. Discover more about Wesley Armstrong by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Wes on social media:Instagram: @_mr_wesFacebook: @wesley.armstrong.10Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Chase "The Archangel" Archangelo 3
Jan 2600:31:06Tap to summarizeChase "The Archangel" Archangelo joins host Jake Murren on Episode 131 of Forged in Ohio. Chase is a 7-0 amateur mixed martial artist who made his highly-anticipated return in December at Caged Thunder 36. In this episode, Chase talks about overcoming a serious injury in 2025, beating Jackson Dougherty by decision in his return to the cage, what fans can expect from him this year as he looks to turn pro, and more. Chase feels like he has to make up for lost time, and he's easily one of the top three fighters in Ohio to keep an eye on in 2026. Discover more about Chase "The Archangel" Archangelo by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Chase "The Archangel" Archangelo, don't forget to check out Episode 27 and Episode 62 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Chase on social media:Instagram: @carch170Facebook: @chasearchangeloForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Gates "The Sniper" Cook
Nov 1000:31:13Tap to summarizeGates "The Sniper" Cook joins host Jake Murren on Episode 130 of Forged in Ohio. Gates is a 4-4 amateur mixed martial artist who is set to make his pro debut on November 15th. In this episode, Gates talks about moving from Baltimore to Ohio to pursue MMA, what he learned most from his fascinating amateur career, the key to winning his pro debut, and more.Gates starts his highly-anticipated pro career on Saturday, and this is a journey you'd be crazy not to follow. Discover more about Gates "The Sniper" Cook by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Gates on social media:Instagram: @410_sniper_ Facebook: @gates.cook Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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"Bad" Matt Adams 3
Nov 300:44:53Tap to summarize"Bad" Matt Adams joins host Jake Murren on Episode 129 of Forged in Ohio. Matt is a 5-1 professional mixed martial artist who has won three straight fights for LFA.In this episode, Matt talks about his first-round KO win at LFA 219, the key behind his three-fight winning streak, the big opportunities coming his way in combat sports, and so much more. Matt is one of the more entertaining pro fighters out of Ohio, and he's close to fighting on a global stage. Discover more about "Bad" Matt Adams by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about "Bad" Matt Adams, don't forget to check out Episode 18 and Episode 87 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Matt on social media:Instagram: @badmattadamsFacebook: @mattadamsForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Lucas "Steel City" Seibert 3
Oct 2700:36:24Tap to summarizeLucas "Steel City" Seibert joins host Jake Murren on Episode 128 of Forged in Ohio. Lucas is a 5-0 professional mixed martial artist who is fighting for his first pro title on November 8th for 247 Fighting Championships.In this episode, Lucas talks about the key to his success as a pro fighter, his first-round KO win at LFA 211, his upcoming 'last dance' in Pittsburgh, and so much more.Lucas has his sights set on winning his first pro-MMA championship, and he's certainly close to breaking out and being on all of our screens on a big stage. Discover more about Lucas "Steel City" Seibert by listening to Forged in Ohio today!If you're interested in learning more about Lucas "Steel City" Seibert, don't forget to check out Episode 16 and Episode 43 of Forged in Ohio as well!Check out Lucas on social media:Instagram: @sucasleibertFacebook: @lucas.seibert.1X: @sucasleibertForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Bryson Jones
Oct 1300:28:54Tap to summarizeBryson Jones joins host Jake Murren on Episode 127 of Forged in Ohio. Bryson is a 3-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a win at BCM Fight Night 22. In this episode, Bryson talks about his third amateur-MMA win, winning titles in other combat sports, his experience at Demolition Fight Team, and so much more. Bryson is a well-rounded combat sports athlete, and he's looking to win his first MMA championship before the end of the year. Discover more about Bryson Jones by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Bryson on social media:Instagram: @dirtyboizz419Facebook: @dirtyboizz419 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Kolby "The Christian" McDonald
Oct 600:33:21Tap to summarizeKolby "The Christian" McDonald joins host Jake Murren on Episode 126 of Forged in Ohio. Kolby is a 4-0 amateur mixed martial artist who is coming off a win at Ohio Combat League 40. In this episode, Kolby talks about his return to the cage at OCL 40, growing up in a family of combat sports athletes, his goals as a young MMA fighter, and more.Kolby is a surging contender in Ohio MMA, and you shouldn't be surprised if he wins a title in the near future. Discover more about Kolby "The Christian" McDonald by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Kolby on social media:Instagram: @methias69_ Facebook: @kolby.mcdonald.23137 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Billy "The Deathtrain" Flynn
Sep 2900:28:54Tap to summarizeBilly "The Deathtrain" Flynn joins host Jake Murren on Episode 125 of Forged in Ohio. Billy is a 4-0 amateur mixed martial artist with a 100% finish rate.In this episode, Billy talks about his recent win over an undefeated opponent, how his wrestling foundation has helped him in MMA, his goal to win Caged Thunder's light heavyweight championship, and so much more. Billy's proven a lot of doubters wrong already as he looks to win an amateur-MMA title in his next fight. Discover more about Billy "The Deathtrain" Flynn by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Billy on social media:Instagram: @hemilyfe392Facebook: @billy.flynn.749353 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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Tim Lange
Sep 1500:36:02Tap to summarizeTim Lange joins host Jake Murren on Episode 124 of Forged in Ohio. Tim is the third coach to join the show, as he's both a competitor and instructor in jiu-jitsu. In this episode, Tim talks about what he enjoys most about jiu-jitsu, teaching youth classes at Counterstrike Gym (formerly known as South Prospect Gym), the current state of the sport, his business Catch & Submit, and so much more. Tim brings a unique perspective to the show, along with insight into the local combat sports scene that you can't find anywhere else. Discover more about Tim Lange by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Tim and Catch & Submit on social media:Instagram: @ireallyneverFacebook: @tim.508132 Website: catchandsubmit.com YouTube: @catchandsubmitForged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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"The Unbreakable" Brayden Benson
Sep 800:36:49Tap to summarize"The Unbreakable" Brayden Benson joins host Jake Murren on Episode 123 of Forged in Ohio. Brayden is a 6-1 amateur mixed martial artist who won his fourth MMA title at Caged Thunder 33.In this episode, Brayden talks about his four amateur MMA championships, his violent approach to fighting, his future plan in combat sports, and so much more. Brayden's confidence is at an all-time high, and he has what it takes to make a name for himself in this sport. Discover more about "The Unbreakable" Brayden Benson by listening to Forged in Ohio today!Check out Brayden on social media:Instagram: @braydenbenson03Facebook: @brayden.benson.31 Forged in Ohio:Instagram: @forgedinohioFacebook: @forgedinohioYouTube: @forgedinohioX: @forgedinohioMerchandise: @forgedinohioMusic on Forged in Ohio is from FreeMusicArchive.org: Servants by Jahzzarhttps://freemusicarchive.org/music/Jahzzar/Servants/Servants
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