Best Brandon Santiago Podcasts (2024)

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S2E3 - Enterprise Digital Assets: A Conversation with Bitwave's Patrick White 51:03

3M ago51:03

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Join us on "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," for a deep dive into the world of tax and accounting for Web3 as our host Taylor Zork, CPA speaks with our esteemed guest, Patrick White, Co-Founder and CEO of Bitwave. Explore the complexities of cryptocurrency accounting, the challenges of large-scale transaction …

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S2E2 - Vijay Pravin: AI-Enhanced NFT data with bitsCrunch 22:39

3M ago22:39

22:39

In this episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," host Taylor Zork, CPA, sits down with special guest Vijay Pravin, the founder and CEO of bitsCrunch. Vijay shares his journey into the crypto space and the creation of bitsCrunch, an AI tool for on-chain analytics, specifically for NFTs and ERC-20 tokens. Th…

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S2E1 - Better Blockchain Data: A Conversation with Noves CEO Ben Roy 23:18

3M ago23:18

23:18

In this episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," host Taylor Zork, CPA, is joined by Ben Roy, CEO and founder of Noves. They discuss how Noves is simplifying blockchain data and making it more accessible. Ben shares his journey in the crypto space and explains the challenges of working with on-chain data. …

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S1E15 - Nik Fahrer | FORVIS 54:24

5M ago54:24

54:24

In this dynamic episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," host Taylor Zork, CPA, takes listeners on an enlightening journey into the complex realm of crypto accounting and digital asset management. Joining Taylor is Nik ‘Crypto Nik’ Fahrer, a leading authority in digital assets at Forvis. Nik unravels the i…

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S1E14 - Amber Welch | Finsuite Consulting Group 55:15

6M ago55:15

55:15

In this insightful episode, host Taylor Zork, CPA, is joined by the ever-inspiring Amber Welch, co-founder of Finsuite Consulting and trailblazer in the Web3 community. Amber unearths a treasure trove of knowledge, combining her expertise in computer science and accounting to illuminate the transformation of the finance sector through Web3 and digi…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Soft Forks 2:05

6M ago2:05

2:05

Soft forks are protocol changes to a blockchain (ETH to ETH 2.0 when The Merge occurs, for example) that remain compatible with previous versions and therefore do not create a taxable event. No new cryptocurrency is created in a soft fork. For now, just remember soft forks are not taxable, and we dive into the topic in much greater detail in the ha…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Inheriting Crypto 1:58

6M ago1:58

1:58

When you inherit crypto assets, as defined by the IRS, you inherit property. The cost basis of the property is the FMV (average of the high and low for the day) at the time of death or six months later if the value of the assets has dropped and the alternate valuation date is elected. This election is only made when estate tax is due in order to lo…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Receiving Crypto as a Gift 2:36

7M ago2:36

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The IRS’s FAQ sums up the rules for receiving crypto as a gift: “If you receive virtual currency as a bona fide gift, you will not recognize income until you sell, exchange, or otherwise dispose of that virtual currency. See Publication 559. Your basis in virtual currency received as a bona fide gift differs depending on whether you will have a gai…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Gifting and Donating 5:31

7M ago5:31

5:31

Gifting crypto assets to individuals generally will not have any tax implications unless you are super-rich; the inflation-adjusted lifetime exemption for federal gift tax (aka “death tax”) is $12.06 million per individual and $24.12 million per married couple in 2022. If you are receiving this much crypto as a gift, you should speak with an estate…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Borrowing Crypto 1:53

7M ago1:53

1:53

Borrowing crypto assets is no different than borrowing from a traditional lender. The IRS does not consider a loan to be taxable income because it must be repaid. On the other hand, if a crypto loan with an initial USD value of over $600 is forgiven, you should receive a 1099-C for cancellation of debt (COD) income, which is taxable. If the loan pr…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Crypto Transfers 2:38

7M ago2:38

2:38

Transfers among commonly owned accounts (wallets/ addresses/ exchanges) are non-taxable events. For example, you may move your MATIC from Crypto.com to Binance Earn to get a better yield for staking it. A transfer such as this could trigger a reporting requirement for an exchange or other platform that results in the issuance of an “information ret…

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Buying Crypto with Fiat 2:44

7M ago2:44

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When you buy cryptocurrencies with fiat dollars, you do not have a taxable transaction. The same can be said for buying an NFT with fiat money. Using other crypto or stablecoins to buy crypto will likely have tax consequences, as we discuss in this and future videos.By CryptoCFOs

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Non-Taxable Transactions: Introduction 4:34

7M ago4:34

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Many actions you’ll take with crypto are not taxable. Here’s a non-exhaustive list, and we’ll cover each in more detail in this course: – Buying crypto or NFTs with fiat currency – Transfers – Borrowing crypto – Gifting and donating crypto assets – Receiving crypto as a gift – Inheriting crypto – Soft forks It is not always apparent whether a trans…

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S1E13 - Lourdes C. Miranda | FinTech Advisory Group 56:30

7M ago56:30

56:30

In this captivating episode, we dive deep into the intricate world of crypto compliance and investigations. Our special guest, Lourdes C. Miranda, CAMS, CCFI, CEIC, CFE, CRC, CTCE, FIS, PI, Chief Compliance Officer, and Chief Consultant at Fintech Advisory Group, shares her extensive experience in the crypto realm, dating back to 2017. 🌐 Key Highli…

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S1E12 - Rustin & Daniel | Coast 18:35

9M ago18:35

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On this episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets" we feature Rustin Cavel and Daniel Durning the founders of COAST, a beneficiary service that uses smart contracts to help pass on your digital assets to loved ones. Here are 3 key takeaways from the discussion: 1 Coast aims to bridge the gap between tradition…

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S1E11 - William Grant | Integral 28:38

10M ago28:38

28:38

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ In this episode of "Niche to Necessity," join Taylor Zork, CPA, and special guest William Grant as they explore the world of crypto accounting and finance. 📈💰 🎧 In this episode, we take a deep dive into the challenges and opportunities in the Web3 space. We discussed how Integral is empowering Web3 organizations in …

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S1E10 - Anton Golub | Pazar 30:26

1y ago30:26

30:26

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ In this episode of "Niche to Necessity," join Taylor Zork, CPA, and special guest Anton Golub as they explore the world of crypto accounting and finance. 📈💰 Discussion Highlights: - Anton's journey from traditional finance to the blockchain industry. 🚀 - The significance of liquidity, market making, and market micro…

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S1E9 - Sukesh Tedla | Kryptoskatt 19:59

1y ago19:59

19:59

🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ Join us in the latest episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," presented by CryptoCFOs. This time, Taylor Zork, CPA/MBA has a fascinating conversation with Sukesh Tedla, the CEO, and Founder of Kryptoskatt. In this informative discussion, Tedla unravels the intricacies of D…

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S1E8 - Antoine Scalia | Cryptio 28:02

1y ago28:02

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🎙️ New Podcast Episode Alert! 🎙️ We're excited to share the latest episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," presented by CryptoCFOs where we dive into the complex world of crypto accounting. In this episode, Taylor Zork, CPA/MBA is joined by Antoine Scalia, founder, and CEO of Cryptio, who shares valuable …

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S1E7 - Joe David | Nephos Group / Myna 29:57

1y ago29:57

29:57

🚀 Welcome to the Latest Episode of From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets! 🚀 🎙️ We're thrilled to have a very special guest joining us from the United Kingdom, the incredible Joe David! Joe is the founder and CEO of both Nephos Group and Myna, companies that are making waves in the tech startup and cryptocurrency spac…

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S1E6 - Blake Oliver, CPA | Earmark 13:20

1y ago13:20

13:20

🚀 Welcome to a Game-Changing Episode of From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets! 🚀 🎙️ Join us as we sit down with the trailblazing Blake Oliver, CPA, who's revolutionizing the world of accounting and Continuing Professional Education (CPE) with his innovative startup, Earmark! 💡 🔥 In this electrifying conversation, our…

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Money Laundering Fears, DAO Maker Hack Update, SEC's DeFi Scrutiny, and Balancer's Strategy Pivot 9:19

1y ago9:19

9:19

Money Laundering Fears, DAO Maker Hack Update, SEC's DeFi Scrutiny, and Balancer's Strategy Pivot In this episode of "Web3 Finance Flash," we dive into some of the most pressing issues in the world of cryptocurrency and decentralized finance (DeFi). We begin by exploring the growing concerns of compliance professionals regarding crypto money launde…

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S1E5 - Harry Shurek | The Crypto Accountant 31:39

1y ago31:39

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On this episode of From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets, Taylor Zork invites guest Harry Shurek, owner of The Crypto Accountant, to share how he entered the crypto industry. They discuss the shortage of accountants with specialized knowledge in both cannabis and crypto, as these industries continue to grow. Harry al…

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S1E4 - Jason Meyers | Auditchain 31:58

1y ago31:58

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In this episode, Taylor interviews Jason Meyers, the lead architect for Auditchain, a company pioneering "proof of state" to increase transparency and efficiency in financial reporting for public companies. Jason explains how the Auditchain Protocol differs from other blockchain-based platforms in the finance industry and how it enables real-time f…

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S1E3 - Dr. Sean Stein Smith DBA, CPA 21:12

1+ y ago21:12

21:12

In this episode, Taylor interviews Dr. Sean Stein Smith, an assistant professor at Lehman University and a renowned accounting thought leader. The conversation focuses on the challenges of communicating complex concepts related to the crypto industry to non-specialist audiences, and the key takeaways that Dr. Stein Smith strives to impart in his le…

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wBTC Burn, Ripple's SEC Challenge, Binance's TUSD Shift, and Hashnote's Regulated DeFi Launch 5:05

1+ y ago5:05

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In this episode of the podcast, we discuss the latest developments in Web3 finance and the regulatory challenges faced by the industry. We cover the recent burn of 11,500 wBTC worth $260 million and the decline in supply. We also talk about Ripple's chief legal officer calling for the SEC chair's recusal from crypto enforcement cases, Binance's shi…

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Maker Wins, Voyager Sells, Stablegains Sued, and Terraform Labs in Trouble 4:29

1+ y ago4:29

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Welcome to this episode of "Web3 Finance Flash Insights for the Busy Web3 Finance Enthusiast", the podcast presented by CryptoCFOs, the premier members-only community for CPAs, CFOs, Investors, and other finance professionals. First up, we discussed the recent victory for DeFi giant Maker as a US judge dismissed a class-action lawsuit against the p…

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S1E2 - Sharon Yip CPA | Polygon Advisory Group 27:48

1+ y ago27:48

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In this second episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets", Taylor Zork CPA sits down with Sharon Yip CPA, a crypto tax expert and co-founder of Polygon Advisory Group, to explore the unique challenges of accounting for crypto assets for tax purposes. Sharon draws upon her experience as the owner of a tax prac…

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S1E1 - Gil Hildebrand | Gilded Finance 23:56

1+ y ago23:56

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In the first episode of "From Niche to Necessity: Tax & Accounting for Web3 and Digital Assets," host Taylor Zork sits down with Gil Hildebrand of Gilded (Gilded.Finance). Taylor and Gil delve into the key considerations CFOs should keep in mind when tracking crypto financials. They also discuss Wallet Hygenie, the Gilded Accounting Partner Program…

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Fundamentals: Triple Entry Accounting 2:01

1+ y ago2:01

2:01

Understanding Triple Entry AccountingBy Taylor Zork, CPA, MBA of CryptoCFOs.com

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Fundamentals: Continuous Audits & Process Control NFTs 4:21

1+ y ago4:21

4:21

Understanding Continuous Audits & Process Control NFTsBy Taylor Zork, CPA, MBA of CryptoCFOs.com

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Fundamentals: Capital Gains & Ordinary Income 3:57

1+ y ago3:57

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Most income is taxed in three different ways, and taxpayers can make decisions that affect that classification. Understanding the tax classification of earned and asset-based income is essential to minimize taxes. Income is classified as: Long-term capital gains (capital assets held more than a year) Short-term capital gains (capital assets held on…

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Fundamentals: Cost Basis and Holding Period 11:22

1+ y ago11:22

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Cost basis and holding period are the two inputs that determine the tax impact of a capital asset transaction, including crypto assets. Cost basis is an important concept as it determines your gain or loss when you arrive at a taxable crypto transaction. The automated tax software currently available for crypto accountants and investors is lacking …

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Fundamentals: Utility vs. Governance Tokens 7:02

1+ y ago7:02

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What gives a cryptocurrency value? Market capitalization is the price of a crypto asset multiplied by the circulating supply; the calculation offers a sense of the overall growth potential of a project. As an example, for the popular meme coin Shiba Inu (SHIB) to grow from a price of 0.00002447 to $1.00, it would require a 40,866x (4,086,600%) incr…

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Fundamentals: Coins vs. Tokens 5:33

1+ y ago5:33

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Coins and tokens form two major types of cryptocurrencies. Coins are cryptocurrencies with their own native blockchain networks (Ether/ETH, Bitcoin/BTC, and Litecoin/LTC). These coins are the result of years of coding and building a robust and secure blockchain network that requires decentralized computing power to secure. As a result, coins are mo…

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Fundamentals: Enterprise Custody Solutions 3:51

1+ y ago3:51

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While seemingly counterintuitive to the ethos of blockchain and cryptocurrencies, enterprise custody solutions can serve a purpose for high-net-worth (HNW) individuals who prefer a third party to hold and maintain custody of their crypto assets. Companies like Ledger, Kraken, and Coinbase offer custody services for HNW and Ultra-HNW individuals, es…

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Fundamentals: Multisig Wallets 5:22

1+ y ago5:22

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Multisig wallets require multiple signatures (multiple wallets approving the transaction) to sign or confirm transactions and can be secured with either a hot or cold storage wallet. This method provides for much greater security as there is no one single point of failure. A multisig wallet secured via cold storage is the gold standard for security…

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Fundamentals: Cold Storage Wallets 6:35

1+ y ago6:35

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A cold storage wallet is used for storing crypto assets where the private keys and access to the wallet are offline thereby protecting the funds from unauthorized access, hacks, and other vulnerabilities. There are physical devices, like Ledger’s Nano S or Trezor’s One, or simply something analog like a sheet or paper containing the private keys to…

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Fundamentals: Exchange & Hot Wallets 5:10

1+ y ago5:10

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Exchange wallets are funds held on centralized exchanges (CEXs). If a taxpayer purchases crypto assets on a CEX like Coinbase or Kraken, then the assets are in the exchange’s wallet. When investors leave funds on exchanges, they are relying on a third party to secure their assets. Exchanges have been hacked and bad actors inside an exchange have st…

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Fundamentals: Consensus Mechanisms 3:23

1+ y ago3:23

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By Taylor Zork, CPA, MBA of CryptoCFOs.com

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Fundamentals: Securing Crypto Assets 3:43

1+ y ago3:43

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Now that we have a better grasp of how wallets function for crypto assets, we need to understand the inextricable link between decentralization, self-custody, and security. In the world of blockchain and cryptocurrency, no bank holds and secures your funds. You are the bank. As a result, you rely on varied levels of security based on the context of…

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Fundamentals: Wallets 4:47

1+ y ago4:47

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In the world of cryptocurrencies, wallets act as “bank accounts.” Cryptocurrency wallets consist of a private key and a public key. The private key secures access to your wallet, while the public key is the address that allows people and companies to send funds to your wallet. One of the major trade-offs with cryptocurrency wallets vs. traditional …

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Fundamentals: Currency or Property? 4:27

1+ y ago4:27

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UPDATE: the CFTC announced on December 13, 2022 that some assets, including BTC, ETH, and USDT are commodities under US Law. The IRS has generally classified cryptocurrency as property and applies tax regulations in a similar fashion to stocks or real estate. For this reason, we will not discuss the tax treatment of fiat currency transactions here.…

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Fundamentals: Introduction to Accounting for Crypto Assets 6:21

1+ y ago6:21

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Welcome to Fundamentals of Accounting for Crypto Assets. This course is presented by Taylor Zork, CPA, MBA of CryptoCFOs.com To learn more and to become a member of our growing community visit www.CryptoCFOs.comBy Taylor Zork, CPA, MBA of CryptoCFOs.com

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Ep. 27: Special Guest Bellator MMA's Brandon Santiago 1:35:00

4+ y ago1:35:00

1:35:00

The podcast returns this wednesday at 9PM Eastern with Special Guest, Bellator and Brooklyn MMA's Brandon Santiago. www.dreamelitepro.comBy Dream Elite Radio

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Ep. 26: Brought to you by Fightbookmma.com 1:40:00

5y ago1:40:00

1:40:00

Brought to you by Fightbookmma.com, An affliate of USA Today Sports The Podcast returns after a long summer break to talk all about MMA, Boxing, Pro Wrestling, Life and all things in between. Hosted by David Potter and Shaun Murphy JrBy Dream Elite Radio

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Ep.25: Muhammed Dereese, Jon Fitch and Shaun Murphy 1:51:00

5y ago1:51:00

1:51:00

www.dreamelitepro.comBy Dream Elite Radio

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Ep. 24: Chris Imperiale, Tracy Cortez, Reyes Cortez 1:31:00

5y ago1:31:00

1:31:00

The Podcast Returns this Thursday at 9PM Eastern on www.dreamelitepro.com/podcast Special Guests - * Invicta FC, KOTC, Tuff N Nuff Veteran and heading to Dana White's Contender Series, Tracy Cortez *Top MMA Prospect and coming off a huge knockout win, Reyes Cortez. *The Baddest mofo on the planet earth and Guest Co-Host, Chris Imperiale www.dreamel…