Brandon Lewis joins 4oz to Freedom ahead of his PFL debut against former PFL Europe champion Lewis McGrillen at PFL Charlotte on August 7, 2026.After his original opponent, Sean Mora, withdrew, Brandon was matched with McGrillen, who is making a quick return to the cage. Brandon explains why he plans to steal McGrillen’s spotlight, why he does not believe his opponent has had enough time to correct the mistakes exposed in his last fight, and what fans can expect when Brandon “flips the switch.”Brandon also discusses his move to Syndicate MMA, training alongside Merab Dvalishvili, overcoming back surgery and career setbacks, and who he is outside the cage.PFL Charlotte takes place August 7 at Bojangles Coliseum in Charlotte, North Carolina.TIMESTAMPS:0:00 Cold open0:12 Introduction and birthday wishes0:55 Lewis McGrillen replaces Sean Mora2:48 How the PFL opportunity came together5:04 Moving to Syndicate MMA in Las Vegas7:06 Training alongside Merab Dvalishvili8:40 Planning to steal McGrillen’s spotlight11:08 McGrillen’s quick turnaround and recent loss12:08 Back surgery, setbacks and career expectations13:21 PFL rankings and taking it one fight at a time14:28 How Brandon’s MMA training has evolved15:53 Gaming, anime and life outside the cage17:43 Brandon’s Bloodsport-inspired walkout song18:03 Celebrating his birthday during fight week18:42 What fans can expect at PFL Charlotte19:59 Family, sponsors and growing his social following21:05 Final message and nickname discussionFOLLOW BRANDON LEWIS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/brandonlewismma/X: https://x.com/BrandonLewisMMAFOLLOW 4OZ TO FREEDOM:Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/4oztofreedom/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/4oztofreedompod/X: https://x.com/4oztofreedompod/Who wins this bantamweight matchup? Leave your prediction below and subscribe to 4oz to Freedom for more PFL interviews and coverage.#PFLCharlotte #BrandonLewis #PFL

Step inside the cage with Jamelle “The Beast” Jones as he prepares for his return to the PFL stage at UBS Arena, Belmont Park, NY, facing off against undefeated Russian standout Khabib Nabiev on July 31st. In this exclusive interview, Jamelle opens up about the relentless drive it takes to come back after setbacks, balancing fight camp and fatherhood, and what he learned through years of grinding in regional MMA—and on the big stage.

Hear Jamelle break down the mentality that’s powering this comeback, the challenges of juggling family life and elite training, and his mindset shift dropping back to light heavyweight. He shares what motivates him in and out of the gym, the musical energy that fuels his workouts, and why he’s hunting for the KO—not just a win—when the cage door shuts. Plus, Jamelle talks fight IQ, legacy, and what being a true OG in the sport really means.

From goal setting with his son to betting on himself every round, Jamelle brings heart, realism, and brutal honesty you won’t find on the fight poster. Don’t miss his prediction for how he’ll make a statement on July 31st.

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Jeremiah Humphrey joins 4oz to Freedom ahead of his fight at Wyoming Fight 4 to talk about his rise through the regional MMA scene, balancing fatherhood with fighting, and the grind of chasing a UFC dream.

In this episode, Jeremiah discusses:

• Training alongside names like Neil Magny and Corey Sandhagen
• Developing a fan-friendly fighting style while sharpening his striking
• Preparing for a unique matchup against BKFC veteran Braeden Tovey
• The transition from working in restaurant kitchens to pursuing MMA full time
• The mentality needed to survive the regional circuit and build a future through fighting

Jeremiah also reflects on the importance of family, the lessons he’s learned from his team, and how a random jiu jitsu class after moving across the country helped launch his MMA journey.

If you’re a fan of regional MMA, rising prospects, or hearing the real stories behind the fighters, this is an episode you won’t want to miss.

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