Breakfast of Champions

The time has finally come—we're going to try scrapple live on the podcast! For those of you who have no clue what scrapple is, please don't look it up; trust us and give it a shot. We had the luxury of having a real East Coaster, Allie (Rene's wife), cook us scrapple flown in from Delaware. It has been built up this season, and it did not disappoint. We paired our scrapple offering with the always fantastic Pillsbury Toaster Strudel, strawberry-flavored. Parker may have invented a new breakfast sandwich in this episode...Have you ever heard a really motivational speech in person? The energy transference is palpable. There are often golden moments caught in between rounds during combat sports events involving fighters and their trainers. The relationship fighters have with their coaches often resembles a father-son relationship, and the microphones can pick up some compelling and rousing speeches. We listen to and talk about some of the greatest of these moments in the UFC and boxing.UFC 308 is this Saturday; we preview the card and make our predictions. Will Max Holloway regain his belt and place it alongside his BMF belt? Will Robert Whittaker stop the hype train and give Khamzat his first loss? Let us know your picks by calling us at (682) 294-0101 or emailing us at [email protected].

Hey champs—Parker is back! After a few episodes without him on the show, he’s returned, and it feels so right. Many of you have reached out about the Hormel x Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bacon, so we had to grab a pack to try. Rene fried it in a pan, like a real man should, and you'll have to tune in to hear our verdict. We also dug into a box of Monsters' Frightful Friends with all-new marshmallows!We recorded this episode on Indigenous Peoples' Day without realizing it, but the film we discussed was more than appropriate for the occasion. Valhalla Rising is a film by Nicolas Winding Refn that tells the tale of a Norse warrior who travels with a band of Christian Crusaders in search of the New Jerusalem. They find themselves in North America, surrounded by natives without the means to return home. We also discuss Nicolas Winding Refn's other films, which include Drive, Only God Forgives, and Bronson.We discuss and make our picks for UFC Fight Night: Hernandez vs. Pereira, which will take place at The Apex in Las Vegas this Saturday, October 19th. Most of the time, these non-PPV Fight Night cards, without the huge names of today's game, are some of the best cards to watch. We have enjoyed all the unexpected excitement and action—so tune in and enjoy it with us!As always, holler at us at (682) 294-0101 or [email protected].

Thank you for joining us for this special coverage of UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira. We are blessed to be joined by UFC fighter Abdul Razak Alhassan! He will be taking on Josh Fremd this Saturday at The Apex in Las Vegas, NV—their fight kicks off the main card at 6 PM CST. We can hardly believe we are lucky enough to interview a UFC fighter, let alone during a fight camp, so lock in for this one and share it with a friend or two.Razak shares many stories about how martial arts changed his life and brought him from Ghana to the UFC. Following his passion for judo and chasing his dream, he has fought internationally and professionally as a combat sports athlete. As always, his openness really shines through as he discusses the significant role mental toughness plays in his sport.Kevan joined Rene, as he knows Razak from helping with his recovery at Fort Worth Float Company. We all met up early before training so Razak could get in some sauna and cold plunge sessions; he also reveals that he uses the sensory deprivation pods as well! As always, reach out to Kevan to book your very own services at FW Float—link to their website is below.We can't thank Razak enough for joining us; he truly is a friend of the show, and we will have him back on—preferably when he's not cutting weight—so we can enjoy some delicious food together. Please follow him on all social media platforms; we'll link his usernames below. Don't forget to tune in to UFC Fight Night: Royval vs. Taira on ESPN+ this Saturday at 6 PM CST to catch Razak fight!Fort Worth Float CompanyRazak's InstagramRazak's X

Champs—sorry for the delay! We had some technical difficulties behind the scenes. This episode was up for a few hours this morning, but we finished the edit, and we're back up!Allie is Rene's wife, an ardent supporter of his creative endeavors and a great appreciator of breakfast foods. We discuss our favorite cereals while reviewing Oops! All Berries and the new Frosted Flakes with Marshmallows.Allie has an uncanny ability to read vibes and personalities, so make sure to tune in to her picks for UFC 307! We talk about the upcoming card, and she gives her snap decision on who will win. Place your bets!We have been teasing this episode for a while, but since Parker was unable to join us, we sadly did not get to the scrapple taste test. That just means Allie will return for a part two!As always, thank you for listening! Give us a holler at (682) 294-0101 or [email protected].

Champions - have we got a banger of an episode for you!First, we got our hands on a box of Kelce Mix from those wacky folks over at General Mills. The Kelce Brothers have a podcast of their own, and on it, they ranked their favorite cereals. Word got out, and they were able to combine some of their favorites into one awesome mix. We tried it and ranked it, as we always do.Next, we celebrate the life and work of Bruce Willis while continuing our discussion on our favorite action/violent films. In true BoC fashion, we don't actually pick a "top 5"; we mainly just chat about our favorites and maybe some under-discussed picks. Which Die Hard do you prefer?Finally, our main topic of discussion this episode delves more into the spiritual realms of what some UFC fighters believe and what they associate themselves with. Have some UFC fighters gotten themselves into a cult? Are the current champions all Freemasons? Does any of this even matter or affect how you view this sport?If you'd like to contribute to this conversation, give us a call at (682) 294-0101 or shoot us an email at [email protected]—as above, so below... ;)

This week we reviewed Cafecito's breakfast tacos and bottled lattes.We also gave our final thoughts on Noche UFC.We had to wrap up a little earlier than normal due to some behind the scenes activity.Enjoy!

This week, we found ourselves back at the Fort Worth Float Company with our friend and "third co-host," Kevan O'Malley, to preview Noche UFC this weekend! The 2nd annual Noche UFC celebrates Mexico and Mexican combat athletes and will be held at Sphere in Las Vegas.We reviewed and enjoyed kolaches and klobasneks from Pearl Snap Kolaches in Fort Worth, TX. If you're a Texan, then you know all about what we're talking about. If you're in the west Fort Worth area for breakfast, be sure to stop in and give them a try!We briefly touch on and discuss a fun topic commonly referred to as the Conspiracy Iceberg. Some intriguing charts have been created that explore the lore of UFC/MMA conspiracies throughout the years. It's going to be a wild romp, but we are just getting started!

We know we promised you an episode with our third co-host, Kevan. However, life had other plans for us, so we're presenting a BoC classic episode with no real plans other than eating breakfast and enjoying one another's company. Fret not; we plan to have Kevan on again very soon.I grabbed a box of Lucky Charms S'mores this past week and we gave it a shot on today's episode. Was it any good? Did they nail the s'mores flavor? You'll have to listen in for our rating.Do you ever remember your dreams? Our hosts recount some recent dreams they've had and discuss how strange our brains can be. We also talk about fighters realizing their dreams on Dana White's Contender Series.As always, we can be reached at (682) 294-0101 or [email protected]—holler at us!

To quote the great American athlete Hamilton "Ham" Porter, "You're killing me, Smalls..." It felt just like that moment a few times this week while Parker was struggling on this episode. I'm sure he was thinking that about Rene after what he put himself through for this podcast. If you've never seen The Sandlot, let us clue you in—this week we're talking BASEBALL!Has the ad campaign for Krispy Kreme's limited edition Dr. Pepper donuts crossed your desk? Because we were flooded with notifications and requests to tackle this one. We're not ones to let you down; we’ve got your back like chiropractic...(get it?) Was it tasty? Find out in this episode!Looking for an episode you can share with dear old dad? We think this might be the one. If he is anything like our dads—or even ourselves—a little tear might form in the corner of his eye at the sheer mention of the names Nolan Ryan and Rougned Odor. If you know, you know—we break down some of the best brawls in baseball, a sport not normally known for combat.We get a little in the weeds for a few reasons on this one—Rene likes to talk, and Parker was feeling the fruits of life. Tell us that you love us at (817) 629-0101 or [email protected].

Fair warning, champs: this episode is messy, and some of the topics are hard to broach. There has been a fair amount of drama surrounding the grappling world, sketchy managers, and presidential endorsements. George Bernard Shaw once said, "Never wrestle with pigs; you'll both get dirty, and the pigs will like it." We say that to say this: all of our discussions are for entertainment purposes, and the accusations we discuss are alleged.We found some interesting items to rate and review this week. While perusing the shelves of a gas station, we discovered Cinnamon Toast Crunch Bugles! Were they tasty or trash? You'll have to listen in and find out. We washed it down with some 3D Energy Drinks we found at The Dollar Tree. What a steal!Life has been lifing, so we barely squeezed this one in right at the wire. Alas, all is well, and we are nothing if not consistent. Make sure to rate, review, like, subscribe, and tell a friend—we gotta pump up those numbers! Holler at yer bois and let us know what your favorite war movie is, what you grab at the gas station for breakfast, or your take on the drama we discussed. Call or text us at (682) 294-0101 or email [email protected].

Champs, the time has finally arrived! The voice you hear week after week at the top of our show, Jordan Kline, joins us to talk Brinner, Nic Cage, and Unspell lore. Find out what E. M. Franklin really is on this hilarious episode!Brinner is the hybrid meal we all know and love—breakfast and dinner together. What’s your favorite Brinner meal? Hit us up at (682) 294-0101 or [email protected] and let us know!Catch our guest’s show, Remind/Rewind with Jordan Kline, anywhere you listen to podcasts. He dives into the world of collecting physical media and reselling while highlighting special films each week that are nostalgic or classic, as well as exploring titles he may have missed

Damn, Daniel! We're back at it again with another dope episode. This week, we dive into the martial art of Lethwei, rate and review acai bowls, and explore the musical genre of powerviolence. Plus, we're continuing our Top 5 action star film rankings by rating our favorite Jackie Chan films.Our breakfast was delivered via DoorDash from Mamaka Bowls, and man, was it tasty! We're also linking a Spotify playlist curated just for you by Parker.As always, if you want to argue, compliment the show, or just drop us a line, hit us up at (682) 294-0101 or [email protected] Playlist

Sorry for the delay this week, champs. One of your cohosts was out of commission for a minute. Enjoy this classic BoC episode with no guests, no breakfast reviews, and running on very little sleep. However, we dig deep into all sorts of things and get a history lesson from the Gracie family. Do you enjoy acai bowls for breakfast? Well, you have violence to thank for that! Learn with us, grow with us, and leave us a review or give us a holler at (682) 294-0101.

Thank you for joining us for another week of breakfast foods and violence! We return to our "third cohost's" place of business, Fort Worth Float Company. This time, we did a cold plunge before we recorded this episode. We have Rene's favorite donut from Krispy Kreme and attempt to recast a modern version of Blood Sport. We also dive into the current drama in MMA, preview the week's fights, and discuss our issues with Action Bronson. Get into it!

Lead singer of Losing Grip, Skourge, Fugitive, and now Power Trip—Seth Gilmore joins us this week to shed light on his personal journey with both breakfast foods and violence. We learn more about where Seth comes from and hear about his recent trip to Thailand. What does a righteous rock star eat for breakfast while training Muay Thai in Thailand? Find out in this episode! Also, this is our first video episode, so if you want to watch us in 4K—hop on over to our YouTube Channel!! Huge thank you and shout-out to Centre for graciously allowing us to use their dope space for our little ole podcast. Go show them some love on IG and order from their website!!Our Youtube ChannelCentre's WebsiteCentre's Instagram

This week, we took the show on the move to Ray's Burgers in Fort Worth, TX. Parker has taken over the counter and grill at Ray's, located at 1945 8th Avenue in the Southside neighborhood. If you're looking for a new lunch spot, come visit Parker from 11 am to 3 pm, Monday to Friday.If you're into movies or cinema at all, this spot may be of particular interest to you because Parker has set up a TV/VCR situation there. When I arrived for the podcast, there was some Wu-Tang/Shaw Brothers action on the screen to greet me.Initially, we discuss the results of the UFC 303 event, as well as take a look forward to this weekend's Fight Night. We've both been on a movie kick lately and this week we talk about two films in particular. We tackle the classic and beloved "Bloodsport," as well as take a moment to discuss the heartbreaking movie, "The Iron Claw."

When you're a parent diving into a new venture, it often spills over into other aspects of your life—your kids get intrigued and start asking questions about what you're doing and why. So, I rigged up all the equipment in the kitchen, and we let it run for a bit. This episode stars René's kids, Rhodes and Faye. Enjoy!

Happy Independence Day, champs! We take no days off here at Breakfast of Champions. We don't have a guest this time, but we do indulge in the GOAT cereal. In this episode, we discuss UFC 303 and introduce a new segment to the show called "#pullingout"."#PullingOut" focuses on the fights and fighters that don't quite come together in combat sports. Will Conor return to the octagon? Will Iron Mike ever step into the ring again? We touch on these questions and discuss why availability is the greatest ability for UFC athletes.Lastly, if you have any comments, concerns, or questions, reach out at (682) 294-0101 or [email protected]. We look forward to hearing from you!

This week, we're joined by Kevan O'Malley: friend, local business owner, and all-around interesting human. Kevan owns and runs Fort Worth Float Company, offering sensory deprivation flotation tanks, sauna, and cold plunge services. These tools are beneficial for recovery in performance athletes and provide a mental escape from day-to-day life. Kevan is also an Onnit certified instructor in several disciplines.He holds a special place in our hearts, so you'll hear plenty of tales from his and Parker's friendship. Lastly, we bravely ventured to Taco Bell for breakfast. Did we enjoy it? Tune in to find out!Fort Worth Float Company's Website

Champs, we're back with another exciting episode—this time with our first guest! James Gray, a boxer, MMA fighter, coach, and activist, joins us to discuss his life. Coming from a large family and growing up in the small town of Weatherford, we hear about his love for both breakfast food and combat sports. We also review Sue's Donuts and Kolaches, also from Weatherford. Mr. Gray's son, Deshaun, is the current Bantamweight Champion for the F3League Promotion. Please give Deshaun a follow; let's get behind this local champion and show our support.Deshaun's InstagramPeak MMA's InstagramF3League's Instagram