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I Have Questions Podcast

I Have Questions Podcast

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I Have Questions Podcast is the chop-it-up series packed with stories and insights tackling sports, society, and WTF is going on outside. Join two brainy, smartass PhDs––Tunisha Singleton and Kyle Green––as they chat with each other and special guests offering sharp humor and fresh perspectives on the things we love, used to love, and the world around us.Copyright IHQ Podcast Social Sciences
Episodes
  • “A lot of fight fandom is STILL really nerdy” with Laura Jedeed

    “A lot of fight fandom is STILL really nerdy” with Laura Jedeed
    Jun 27 2026
    Journalist, U.S. Army veteran, and all-around badass Laura Jedeed joins Tunisha and Kyle for an upbeat and unfiltered conversation about the current challenges facing mixed martial arts (MMA) amid the UFC's rising commercialization and far-right political influence. Together they get real about diversity within combat sports, break down how narrative storytelling and marketing shape the UFC’s brand image, plus Laura shares her firsthand experience covering UFC Freedom 250 on the White House lawn. Give a listen to this candid chat that hits on a little bit of everything as it relates to MMA fandom––including honest tips on staying hopeful in an ever-changing landscape.

    Check out and subscribe to Laura Jedeed’s substack here: Firewalled Media!
    Laura Jedeed’s Slate articles referenced in conversation:
    • It Was Everyone’s Sport. Then MAGA Hijacked It. It Doesn’t Have to Be This Way.
    • The Absurd Spectacle of UFC Freedom 250

    Key Topics:
    • Origin stories of combat sports fandom
    • On the ground coverage of UFC Freedom 250
    • The impact of celebrity culture and social media on MMA narratives
    • The role of media, marketing, and storytelling in MMA's growth
    • UFC’s current surge of commercialization and politics and its impact on combat sports as a whole
    • Influence of brand marketing on consumer perception and meaning-making
    • The personal and collective struggles of MMA fans and fighters


    Keep up with all the ways you can listen, contact, and support the IHQ Podcast hosted by Tunisha Singleton and Kyle Green. 😎

    Follow the show here! https://linktr.ee/ihqpod
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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • “Throw me into hell and I’ll find a way to enjoy it” with Daniele Bolelli

    “Throw me into hell and I’ll find a way to enjoy it” with Daniele Bolelli
    Jun 17 2026
    In this episode martial artist, historian, podcaster, and author of many books Daniele Bolleli shares insights into the transformative potentials of combat sports, the challenges of academia, and shifts in politics and culture. Danielle Bolleli is the type of guy who could talk about anything and it would be worth listening to due to his characteristic blend of wisdom, humor, realism, and hope. Daniele was one of the first names on our must-have guest list so make sure to listen!

    Key Topics:
    • Lessons on resilience and mental toughness
    • The cultural shift from traditional martial arts to MMA and combat sports
    • Authenticity and authority in martial arts teaching
    • The good, the bad, and the ugly of academia
    • Shifts in politics and in combat sports culture
    • The importance of balancing tradition, innovation, and real-world applicability


    Keep up with all the ways you can listen, contact, and support the IHQ Podcast hosted by Tunisha Singleton and Kyle Green. 😎

    Follow the show here! https://linktr.ee/ihqpod
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    1 hr and 38 mins
  • “I’ve been through the ringer” with Nate Quarry

    “I’ve been through the ringer” with Nate Quarry
    May 14 2026
    “Being brave doesn't mean you‘re not afraid; it means you overcome your fears and do what needs to be done. Go to therapy, man.”

    In this episode, fighter turned advocate Nate Quarry opens up about his unique journey—from growing up as a Jehovah’s Witness to breaking into the UFC as a contestant on the very first season of The Ultimate Fighter. Nate recounts quitting his day job and navigating the unexpected call to fight on the show that shaped modern MMA. Through candid stories from his early days, including intense sparring sessions and training with legends, Nate dives into the real fights happening off the mats: combating class warfare, the ongoing push for unionization to protect fighters’ rights, and toxic masculinity within and well beyond the MMA community. Beyond the cage, Nate discusses his creative side, including the creation of his Zombie Cage Fighter comic book series and his passion for reading—he even started a book club!

    For real –– listen in for an insightful conversation blending personal stories and critical discussions, with Nate Quarry—fighter, advocate, creator, and thoughtful voice on the most pressing issues both inside and outside the cage. blends personal stories and critical discussions, revealing the human side of MMA and the passionate individuals behind the sport.

    Key Topics:
    • Nate Quarry’s MMA journey and transition from fighter to advocate
    • Efforts toward fighter unionization and rights
    • Zombie Cage Fighter comic series
    • Humanity of MMA fighters
    • Importance of psychology, self-awareness, and community
    • Broader social reflections on anger and activism in America


    Keep up with all the ways you can listen, contact, and support the IHQ Podcast hosted by Tunisha Singleton and Kyle Green. 😎

    Follow the show here! https://linktr.ee/ihqpod
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    1 hr and 25 mins
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