Chad Mendes: podcast appearances and interviews

Chad Eduardo Mendes, born on May 1, 1985, is an American professional bare-knuckle boxer and former mixed martial artist. He is currently signed to Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship. Mendes gained prominence competing in the featherweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship, where he was a three-time UFC championship challenger. He also competed in the World Extreme Cagefighting organization. Prior to his mixed martial arts career, Mendes was involved in collegiate wrestling as a Cal Poly Mustang. During his time in college, he achieved the distinction of being a two-time NCAA Division I All-American and secured the title of Pac-10 Conference champion.