WrestleMania 31 exceeded fans' expectations and co-host Andreas Hale was there to see it all happen. He tries explains why he geeked out like a 14 year old during the event. 

Andreas & Kel also welcome in Kaz from thestashed.com to talk about his experience at Wale Mania and Heidi Fang from Fight Corner Radio to talk Conor McGregor & Ronda Rousey. 



The Corner Episode 2

Andreas & Kel talk about wack surprise rap albums, the best hip hop albums of 2015 so far, Jose Aldo's injury, whether Conor McGregor should fight another opponent, Bellator being a freak show, the end of Adrien Broner, Floyd Mayweather's next opponent, booking Brock Lesnar and Ring Of Honor's new black champion. Yeah, it's a busy show this week. 

The 'The Truth About How To Pimp A Tyga Trapped In A Ring Of Honor' Episode

Rap is truly out of control as Andreas & Kel discuss Meek Mill vs. Drake, Birdman & Young Thug vs. Lil Wayne and Ghostface vs. Action Bronson. The duo also recap WWE Battleground and the epic brawl between Undertaker and Brock Lesnar while discussing UFC on Fox and if Gennady Golovkin is the real deal. Oh yeah, Kel explains his affinity for sexy dwarfs and jumps for joy over the return of BET Uncut.

Subscribe

The "Undertaking Of An Alpha Male Krushing Meek Dwarves Until They Climax" Episode

After seeing Straight Outta Compton, Andreas & Kel discuss if it's an instant classic and rank their top 5 hood flicks of all time. They also preview SummerSlam and NXT Takeover Brooklyn as well as talk Chris Weidman calling out Jon Jones and Miguel Cotto vs. Canelo Alvarez. 

Subscribe 

The 'Wham Bam Summer Slam Jam Latino Hood Flick In Saskatoon' Episode

Andreas & Kel preview the Timothy Bradley vs. Brandon Rios fight and question what these two are really fighting for. They also discuss Ronda Rousey's refusal to talk about her boyfriend, Jon Jones winning the war of words with Daniel Cormier and Vitor Belfort's issue with cheating. On the pro wrestling side they tackle the significance of Samoa Joe's much needed heel turn, why Alberto Del Rio has already become stale and if Seth Rollins is about to lose his world title.    

The duo also discuss the Complex story that suggests that Kendrick Lamar's "To Pimp A Butterfly" is overrated, the problem with hip hop journalism today and calling something a classic too soon. 

The “How To Pimp A Complex Opinion About A Top Ranked Samoan On Steroids” Episode

Kel & guest host Marcus Vanderberg (Yahoo! Sports) discuss LHHNY's Cardi B, traditional Caucasian X-mas meals,  Conor McGregor's UFC future, Roman Reigns' WWE Title run, TLC and more. 

The "Notoriously Ratchet Roman Empire" Episode

Andreas returns from his cruise while Kel returns from the AVNs to give their Royal Rumble predictions, laugh about Conor McGregor completely taking over the UFC 197 kickoff press conference, reflect on Dominic Cruz reclaiming the bantamweight title, explain why Danny Garcia's growth has been stunted and Deontay Wilder's wicked knockout.

MMA fighter Mike Jackson is this week's guest as he talks about his upcoming fight with Mickey Gall at UFC 196 to see who will be CM Punk's first UFC opponent, what his walkout music will be and how he plans to greet CM Punk if they end up fighting.  

The "How To Swiftly Punk The King Of Pop" Episode (Feat. Mike Jackson)

Andreas Hale is off at the Sundance Film Festival, so Kel is joined by NBC Sports Radio host Helen Yee. 

On this episode the pair talks about the Kanye-Wiz Beef, UFC 196 injuries, Conor McGregor, Thurman vs Porter, Garcia vs Guerrero and More. 

The "One Time El Chapo KO'd an Injured Yeezy 2 Days Late" Episode w/ Helen Yee

Kel & Andreas invite ROH's Moose on to discuss ROH 14th Anniversary Show, NXT, NJPW, his dream match & being a black pro wrestler. 

Yahoo! Sports' Marcus Vanderberg also stops by the show to talk Conor vs Nate Diaz, Keith Thurman's car accident, WWE Fastlane, Wrestle Mania & UFC London. 

The 'Return of The Mac From Replacing a Moose in Ring of Conor' Episode Feat. ROH's Moose

Andreas & Kel are joined by WWE legend Jim Ross to discuss his new gig with New Japan Pro Wrestling, the state of WWE, Roman Reigns vs HHH, NXT signing Nakamura, CM Punk in the UFC, Conor McGregor and his future as a boxing commentator. 

The hosts also recap last week's boxing matches, talk WWE Road Block special and preview UFC 196. 

The 'Good God Almighty Bud Just Stockton Slapped a Lunatic ' Episode feat. Jim Ross

Andreas & Kel discuss 2DopeBoyz latest's 'From Dope Boys to Dope MCs'  article & talk about Jay Z and Pusha T being amongst hip hop's greatest drug rappers of all-time. 

The duo then recap UFC Fight Night Las Vegas, preview UFC 199, talk WWE Raw & NXT Takeover: The End. 

The 'Drug Dealers Count on Hustle, Loyalty, Respect' Episode

Ex-WWF superstar Virgil returns to the Corner to speak on Brock Lesnar's failed PED test, Ric Flair & His fave Vegas memories. 

Kel & Andreas also talk WWE draft, Crawford vs Postol, UFC on Fox: Chicago, VH1 Hip Hop Honors and more! 

The Corner

The 'Get Money, Not F*ck Money, Before You Split For Estrogen Blockers' Episode Feat. Virgil

What does Manny Pacquiao have to do to get a rematch against Floyd Mayweather? Kel & Andreas discuss what this weekend's fight means to him. 

They also recap the confusing events of WWE's Hell in a Cell PPV, preview UFC Mexico City & talk about Joe Budden's recent album 'Rage & the Machine.'

The 'Rowdy Retirement of a Weezy Senator' Episode

Andreas & Kel start this week's show with a discussion about Barack Obama's farewell speech and Trump's latest Russian escort scandal. 

Presidential talk aside, the hosts then talk about Soulja Boy vs Chris Brown, Undertaker in the Royal Rumble, GGG vs Jacobs, the return of B.J. Penn and more.

The 'Farewell Fight Between an Atlanta Soulja & a Russian Prodigy' Episode

Andreas is working from the Beach in L.A. and Kel is preparing for a busy week at the AVN Adult Expo in Vegas but they take time out to discuss the latest in combat sports & the legal troubles of fellow LSN podcaster Taxstone. 

They recap WWE's UK Championship Title Tournament, DeGale vs Badou Jack, BJ Penn's UFC Phoenix Performance and more!

The 'Adult Prodigy Taxing a UK Champion' Episode

HBK or Bret Hart? Andreas & Kel continue their debate from last week's episode and you'll be shocked with the results of their social media poll. 

They also discuss Antony Joshua's superstar potential, return of the Korean Zombie, UFC 208 in Brooklyn, WWE Elimination Chamber PPV & more.

The 'Elimination of a Heart Broken Korean Zombie by a Hitman' Episode

Kel & Andreas return after a week away to discuss Chris Brown's recent troubles, Derrick Lewis KOing Travis Browne & shooting his shot with Ronda Rousey, Jericho-Owens break up, Adrien Broner's performance, and more!

Corner Podcast

The 'Chris Brown Has a Problem Being Dumped By a Black Beast ' Episode

Kel & Andreas tackle the subject of leaked nudes, Rick Ross vs Drake, WWE WrestleMania booking, boxing's P4P list, Bellator's future PPV, and more.

The "Maddox's Sharing of a Paige in the Woods" Episode

Kel's laptop retired like the Undertaker, but the duo is back with more hip hop, WWE, UFC, and boxing talk. 

This week Andreas & Kel discuss Kendrick Lamar's album, hip hop's new top 5 list, UFC 210, Demetrious Johnson's P4P ranking, and the WWE shake up.

The "Kel's DAMN Laptop got Stroman'd & Was Saved by a Mighty Mouse" episode

Andreas and Kel discuss Joe Budden vs. Lil Yachty, Bray Wyatt's house of horrors, Joshua vs. Klitschko, Canelo vs. Chavez Jr., Nate Diaz vs. no one, and much more.

The Corner 

The "Escaping a House of Horrors in a Lil Boat on Cinco de Mayo" Episode

Kel goes Rogue and takes over the podcast for his birthday weekend. 

Kel gives his thoughts on NXT Takeover: Chicago, previews WWE Backlash, talks about Dirrel's Uncle sneak punching his opponent, and redrafts the WWE roster.

The "GotDammitKel it's Your Birthday, Do Whatever You Want!" Mini-Episode

Blac Chyna cheating on Rob Kardashian causes Kel and Andreas to reminisce on their past relationship experiences. 

They also discuss Jay Z's album being too mature, Pacquiao getting cheated in Australia, UFC 213, WWE's Great Balls of Fire, and NJPW in Los Angeles.

The 'It Takes Great Balls for an Aussie to Battle Rap in Chyna' Episode

Kel & Andreas are absolutely exhausted after covering the Mayweather-McGregor press tour but they take time out to discuss the latest in combat sports. 

The duo recap UFC 213, WWE's Great Balls of Fire and all of the controversy from the world tour.

The 'Who the FOOK told Bobby Knuckles to show his Great Balls of Fire' Episode

Andreas and Kel are just a week away from covering the Mayweather vs. McGregor fight, so they discuss the latest change from 10 oz to 8 oz gloves and who it benefits most. 

They also talk about the protest in Charlottesville, Trump, Crawford vs. Indongo, NJPW's G1 Climax final, NXT Brooklyn III, Summer Slam, and more.

The 'Protesting the Slam of an 8oz Nazi in Brooklyn' Episode

On this episode Andreas and Kel talk about the amount of quality hip-hop being released in 2018, UFC 222's surprisingly entertaining card, Rousey's bright WWE future and much more.

The Corner Podcast

The 'Bones is a Dern Good Liar When Facing Elimination' Episode

Andreas and Kel are back to discuss the best from a week of hip hop, MMA, pro wrestling and boxing. 

This week they discuss Childish Gambino's "This is America" music video, GGG's easy KO, WWE Backlash, NXT's signings, UFC 224 and more!

Kel 's Album

The 'Social Backlash to a Gambino Knocking an Officer Out' Episode

Andreas shows up to this week's episode with a fresh shave and the enthusiasm of an 80 year old. Don't worry, Kel's hot takes always lift his spirits. 

The duo start this episode by discussing owners' role in political issues and their public allegiance to Trump. They then tackle the subjects of Conor's UFC 229 payday, Kovalev's future, NJPW's G1 booking, Greg Hardy's MMA future and much more.

The 'Ya'll Must Have Forgot The Might Mouse Don't Kneel to Your King' Episode

Andreas and Kel pay homage to the legendary Aretha Franklin and discuss the untimely passing of Hart Foundation member Jim Neidhart. 

The duo then takes a look into the recent actions of Nicki Minaj and reminisces on past encounters with crazy women. They also discuss Tyson Fury's upcoming fight, NJPW G1 final, NXT Takeover Brooklyn 4, and WWE SummerSlam.

The 'Laughing at a Batsh*t Crazy Barb as she Slams a Bottle of Ace' Episode

Old Man Andreas is back from his trip to New York and he's ready to school Kel on who is the real King of R&B. 

They also recap UFC on Fox, Canelo's MSG fight, and WWE TLC.

The 'Old Man Proposes A Little TLC for the Queen of R&B" Episode

Andreas & Kel return with a packed show featuring an interview with Wrestle & Flow's Josiah Williams. 

They also dive into past Valentine's Days, AEW's new roster, UFC 234, Boxing's bright future, and Bow Wow's butt kicking.

The 'Elite Flow & Style of a Brazilian Shad Moss' Episode feat. Josiah Williams

Andreas and Kel talk about the launch of Disney+, the changes in social media over the years, Drake getting booed at Camp Flog Gnaw, AEW's Full Gear PPV, NXT's War Games build, the success of Logan Paul vs KSI, and much more.

The Corner Podcast 

The 'Watching Death Matches & Ducktales at Camp Flog Gnaw' Episode

On this episode Andreas and Kel discuss Colin Kaepernick's workout, Jim Cornette's racist commentary, WWE's invasion angle for Survivor Series, Deontay Wilder's place on the P4P list, and much more.

The 'Workout of a Bronze Bomber gets Invaded by Racist Commentator' Episode

Andreas is in Saudi Arabia for the Anthony Joshua vs. Andy Ruiz rematch, while Kel just got back from back-to-back fights in Vegas. 

All of that traveling can't stop the duo from announcing some big news and recapping the past two weeks in combat sports.

The 'End of an Era' Episode

Andreas and Kel talk everything from Lizzo being cheeks out at a Lakers game to Anthony Joshua playing it safe vs Andy Ruiz. 

They also preview WWE TLC, UFC 245, Crawford at MSG and much more!

The 'Legend Dies Cheeks Out After Taking Pills at a Saudi Kingdom' Episode

Andreas and Kel kick off their new podcast format by talking about the 6ix9ine sentencing, Mayweather's case for boxer of the decade, Teofimo's chance against Loma, and Crawford's next opponent.

The "Snitching on the Fighter of the Decade at MSG" Boxing Episode

On this week's MMA episode, Kel and Andreas talk about the MAGA goons on Twitter, Trump's impeachment, Colby Covington getting KO'd, and much more.

The 'My Blackness is KOing MAGA Twitter Trolls' MMA Episode

Andreas and Kel kick off this week's pro wrestling episode by talking about the greatness of Watchmen. Then they get into NXT's near-perfect 2019 live show finale, AEW pushing the Dark Order and a recap of WWE TLC.

The 'Fiend and Dr. Manhattan Actually Punch the Dark Order' Wrestling Episode

Andreas and Kel hand out all-decade awards for hip hop and boxing. They also recap their personal success of the last decade and what they hope the next 10 years holds.

The 'End of a Decade Boxing Awards' Episode

Andreas and Kel are back for the second time this week. On this episode, they hand out their 2019 awards for hip-hop and MMA.

The 'End of a Decade MMA Awards' Episode

Andreas and Kel give a full preview of NJPW's Wrestle Kingdom 14 night 1 & 2. The hosts then hand out their pro wrestling awards for both the year and the decade.

The 'End of a Decade Pro Wrestling Awards' Episode

"The Corner" is a boxing, mixed martial arts and pro wrestling podcast from a Hip Hop generation's perspective. Hosted by two established journalists – Andreas Hale (Sporting News, Yahoo! Sports, BET, MTV, Billboard, GRAMMY, Ring Magazine, Sherdog, HipHopDX, Jay Z's Life+Times) and Kel Dansby (LasVegasNow.com, Fansided, RondaRousey.com, Black Sports Online, VegasNow Magazine, FloSports) – "The Corner" offers a refreshing and oftentimes humorous take on the combat sports world that combines the knowledge of a die hard pundit while keeping things accessible as they bridge the gap between the hip hop community and these sports.

Popular tracks by The Corner Podcast