After a nice three-week vacation from doing the show and stepping away from the Internet, I'm back. I've got some good fights to discuss, and I'm watching all the Olympic wrestling replays as I write this. I hope to have them finished by stream time so I can talk a little about them. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch…

What a weekend. There are some good fights to talk about, including a presidential assassination attempt. I've got some takes that will piss people off, as usual. Jump in the chat, and let us hear your thoughts. Super Chats get extra attention and are always appreciated. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH progra…

Not much going on in combat sports over the weekend except for a couple of boxing matches. I tuned in to watch Shakur Stevenson win an unspectacular decision and The Diaz vs Masvidal fight. I couldn't help but notice the difference in ability between the two shows. I watched them on one screen at the same time. Go figure, the pure boxing event with…

It was not a bad weekend of fights. I managed to catch most of the PFL, even though I was traveling back to San Jose from NYC all day. UFC 303 went down on Saturday night and had some good fights, even though the card got mixed around a few times. Jump in the chat and join the conversation. Super Chats are welcome and will get extra attention. Main…

Man, what a great weekend of fights! BKFC, PFL, Bellator, and UFC. There was some great action in all of the cards, with some major talent squaring off. I think we saw the 2 best welterweights in the world do their thing. Bobby Knuckles made quick work of his less experienced replacement fight, too. Jump in the chat and let us hear what you think. …

Thanks to the PFL and the Boxing event, I saw some pretty good fights. I watched the UFC, too, but it was a mostly uneventful card. The most exciting thing that happened with the UFC is that they finally announced that Conor isn't fighting. I told you so. We also have an update on the class action lawsuit. Join the conversation and jump in the chat…

Some decent fights over the weekend. Not bad, for a filler card after a big event. Good to see Reyes back after some time off. Jump in the chat and let me hear what you think. Super chats get extra attention and are always welcome. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intro t…

It was a pretty dang good weekend of fights. Some of the fights turned out to be flops, but overall, it was some beautiful violence. The boxing card was a hidden gem. I wasn't expecting it to deliver the way it did. It was the best card out of the bunch. Jump in the chat and join the discussion. Super Chats get extra attention, and it helps you pay…

Only had BKFC Mexico to watch this weekend. It wasn't great. Might as well drink some beers and shoot the sh*t tonight. I got some spicy topics and takes so jump in the chat and join along. Super Chats get extra attention and are always welcome. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumro…

Everybody is saying shit I said 15 years ago. Better late than never, I guess. I still hear people bitching about the mixed part of the mixed martial arts too. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intro to Practical Self-Defense https://jonfitch.gumroad.com/l/DOZTR Practical …

So much violence took place over the weekend. I watched as much of it as I could: BKFC, Bellator in Paris, UFC, and an amazing heavyweight boxing world title fight. We will talk about it all. Jump in the chat and tell everyone what you thought about the fights. Did you have Usyk over Fury? Super chats will get attention and are always welcome. Main…

Plenty of action to talk about from this weekend. We're covering boxing, UFC, and BKFC. Let me know what you think in the chat. Superchats get extra attention and are always appreciated. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intro to Practical Self-Defense https://jonfitch.gum…

In this bonus episode of FalconCast, "Leaving the Nest, " Nikki Mctoggart (COMM '24) speaks to graduating Fitchburg State University seniors. Nikki and her guest explore what it feels like to take that next step, their hopes and their regrets (if they have any). They look back on their time at Fitchburg State University and reflect on who they are …

In the Season 2 finale of FalconCast, Jeremy Allik (COMM '25) talked to Oliver "Cookie" Cookson (BSAD '25), a captain of Fitchburg State University's Men's Ice Hockey team. Cookie discusses his journey as a student-athlete, the appeal of the daily grind of the hockey season -- while looking ahead to next season's team and hopes for success. Says Co…

In this episode of FalconCast, Fredo Robinson (COMM '26) sat down with the past, present and future presidents of Improvatron (Fitchburg State's Improv Club): Nick Castillo (COMM '25) and Anna Gauvin (Engineering Technology '25). Nick and Anna highlight the welcoming nature of improv and offer advice for potential members, showcasing how leadership…

In this episode of FalconCast, Dave Gambone (COMM '25) sat down with Shanna Sallah in April 2024 to explore her work supporting student veterans on Fitchburg State's campus. Shanna, who oversees the Veterans Center alongside her role at the Office of Student Affairs, discusses the veteran's work-study program and the personal connection that makes …

Join us on FalconCast as Jeremy Allik (COMM '25) chats with Zoe Christostomides (BSAD, minor Journalism '26), the rising junior captain of the Fitchburg State University women's soccer team, editor-in-chief of the student newspaper, The Point, and aspiring broadcast journalist. Zoe's story takes us on a journey from her high school soccer days, whe…

Welcome to Season 2 of FalconCast, produced by the Spring 2024 Podcasting class in the Communications Media department at Fitchburg State University. Over the next week, your hosts, Jeremy Allik, Fredo Robinson, and Dave Gambone will dive into the extracurriculars and campus involvement that Fitchburg State University offers by talking to the stude…

Over the weekend, there was UFC and boxing. Did you catch both? Canelo looked good but is definitely starting to slow down. The UFC card had some good fights to talk about. Join in the convo in the chat and let us hear what you thought of the fights. Super Chats get extra attention and are always appreciated. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/u…

Bare Knuckles was back with some big match-ups this past weekend. Some weird injury finishes that sucked the jelly out of the donut. Mike Perry proves again that he is built for bare-knuckle competition. UFC had a less than name filled card. Much less. The card still had its moments. Jump in the chat and let us hear what you thought about the fight…

Looks like Ryan Garcia rigged the game and bet on himself. Something I've noticed recently is how many online gambling companies there are. How long will athletes get to keep betting on themselves if they are able to sway the odds so heavily? Do people care? Do people care if the fights are leveraged by the promotion? Main Channel: https://www.yout…

There was no UFC or bare knuckles this weekend, but there was still plenty of magnificent violence to watch. Friday's PFL had some good action, followed by KC early Saturday morning. All wrapped up with a surprising set of great fights on the boxing event. Jump in the chat and share your thoughts about the fights. Super Chats get extra attention an…

It's time for another mid-week stream where we cover all the extras that we missed on the Sunday show. I've been reading a new book that has made me question some leg-break events of the past. I think I could have figured out a reason why some MMA athletes have suffered horrible leg breaks. Then we will dive into the Haney - Garcia shit show that's…

In this episode of Five with a Falcon, Derek Tirrell ('25) talks with fellow Communications Media major McKenzie Calvao ('25) about finding his passion within the film/video production program, and the sense of place and community he’s nurtured while working on campus as a student tour guide and Student Orientation leader. Derek also plugs an upcom…

It was a great weekend of fights. I caught both the PFL and BKFC on Friday. Both cards were solid and had a lot of great action. Unfortunately, UFC 300 on Saturday night was outstanding and will overshadow a lot of the action that went down on Friday. I'll dive into the fights and give you my breakdowns of the action. Jump in the chat, and let us h…

Sorry if the show starts late today. Boy has a game, and I don't know what time we will get back. I missed the BKFC, but I watched most of the UFC. Let me hear what you thought of the fights in the chat. Super Chats will get more attention and are always welcome. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: http…

I must have been awfully close to the target to warrant a response from Chael Sonnen. For someone with such a massive following to pay any attention to me is unusual. He has millions of followers and I barely get past the 200 view threshold. I can only assume that I must have said something that set him off. When you are close to the target, you te…

I was traveling this weekend but still managed to catch a bunch of fights. BKFC had some notable fights, and the main card of the UFC had plenty to talk about. If we have time, we might also discuss some other current events in MMA and the world. Super Chats are always welcome and will get some focus. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/Offi…

Renato Moicano appeared on the MMA Hour this week with Ariel Helwani. He was asked about the class action lawsuit and his thoughts on it. Unfortunately, he doesn't really understand the situation. He is like most fighters and everyone else who doesn't really understand antitrust law and what a healthy market looks like. I'll do my best to break dow…

There has been a lot of action over the last week. The NCAA wrestling tournament took place, and there were tons of great matches. I watched nearly every match in the tournament. BKFC had a show in Bulgaria, and the main event was one hell of a scrap. UFC put on another Fight Night that felt like they phoned it in. There were still some good fights…

There were some interesting fights to talk about. I was able to watch the majority of BKFC and UFC events. What were your top fights of the weekend? There is some drama going on with Diego Sanchez and his weird manager, Fabia, which we can talk about, too. Pop in the chat with any questions or observations. Super Chats get extra attention and are a…

Making History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes. The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Kather…

Making History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes. The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Kather…

Making History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes. The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Kather…

Making History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes. The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Kather…

It was an excellent weekend of fights. I will talk about the Ngannou fight first and then get into the UFC card. I didn't catch the PFL, but I heard there were some decent fights. Let me hear what you thought in the chat. Super Chats get extra attention and are always appreciated. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SM…

What a weekend. Loads of violence to discuss. Not one but two bare knuckles events and a UFC Fight Night. Let me hear what you thought about the fights in the chat. Super Chats get extra attention and are always appreciated. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Practical Self…

Making History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes. The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Kather…

Making History Today, produced by the History program at Fitchburg State University, connects the classroom to historians working in their fields. In these conversations, students discuss works assigned in class and develop questions for the authors, which are then posed in these episodes. The first series of conversations emerges from Prof. Kather…

Some huge fights went down over the weekend without much fanfare. The PFL vs Bellator fights were pretty amazing. I still feel a little robbed we didn't get 5 round super fights. It looks like Renin will fight Ngannou sometime this year, hopefully. UFC had a less hyped Fight Night with a handful of good fights. Jump in the chat, and let us hear you…

In this episode of Classroom Stories, students from Professor Josh Spero's Spring 2023 study abroad class, The Heart of Europe reflect on their experiences traveling from Amsterdam to Poland, encountering historical sites, German university students, visiting Auschwitz, and seeing European residents confront the realities of the Russian war in Ukra…

We were lucky to get to see a buttload of great fights over the weekend. Bare knuckles, MMA, and small glove kickboxing all delivered. Jump in the chat, and let me hear your thoughts about the fights. Super Chats are always welcome and will get extra attention. Gonna be a good one. Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intro to Practic…

I'll be covering yesterday's Fight Night and clearing up some basics in the monopoly case that's coming to trial in April. Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intro to practical self-defense https://jonfitch.gumroad.com/l/DOZTR Practical Self-Defense program https://jonfitch.gumroad.com/l/Defense More Stuff: https://linktr.ee/boilerb…

I was traveling this weekend and didn't get to see the BKFC card. Sad. It looked like there were some good fights. I managed to watch Fight Night, and I enjoyed several of the fights. Let me know what you think in the chat. There's a good chance I have an epic rant or two tonight. The Rock definitely ruffled my feathers again. Super Chats are alway…

I wasn't able to catch the Bare Knuckles or One Championship fights over the weekend, so I'm going to talk about fans. Not ALL fans, but a small subset of fans that are very loud. The big news this past week was Jon Anik talking about how he was close to his breaking point from dealing with these shitty MMA fans. I think it's sad that the fighters …

Back at it on another post-fight Sunday night. I will be giving my breakdown of UFC 297. Let me hear your feedback in the chat. Some good fights and some duds. Super Chats are given extra attention and are always welcome. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/OfficialJonFitch Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intro to Practica…

The Amelia V. Gallucci-Cirio Library hosted poster presentations of Honors student work on November 29, 2023 at a literature fair entitled "A Journey into What's Possible: An Exploration of Afro/Africanfuturism." The event and reception was the culmination of a semester long student exploration of Afro/Africanfuturism in Dr. Kisha Tracy's Honors Se…

We are back with some new fights to talk about. UFC had a decent card last night, and they have some interesting ones coming down the line. I also watched coach Gloy compete in another amateur event in Vermont. Plenty to talk about, so jump in the chat and drop your two cents. Super Chats will get extra attention. Main Channel: https://www.youtube.…

There are still no MMA or Bare Knuckles events to talk about this week, so I'll be going over the last part of my career. Buckle up because there are plenty of juicy nuggets in this episode. Be sure to join the chat and weigh in. Super Chats are always appreciated and will get extra attention. Fitch SMASH programs: https://jonfitch.gumroad.com Intr…

We got into the early days of my fight career last week during the Christmas Spectacular show. I only got up to the last fight I had before the UFC. I'm going to get into all the backstories around the fights. Super Chats are always welcome and will get your comment noticed. I'll be rambling quite a bit and might not see your regular comments. I ho…