Salty's Fight Talk
Hosted by The Big Sexy, Salty's Fight Talk dives into the raw and electrifying world of combat sports. Each episode brings you up close and personal with the warriors of MMA, bare-knuckle fighting, boxing, kickboxing, slap fighting, and even the unconventional thrill of car jiu-jitsu. From fight stories and training secrets to career highlights and behind-the-scenes banter, this podcast delivers unfiltered conversations with the toughest athletes in the game.
Whether you're a hardcore fight fan or just curious about what makes these combatants tick, Salty's Fight Talk is your ringside seat to the world of grit, glory, and guts.
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Salty's Fight Talk
Darren 'D-Day' Whitney - The Warrior's Healing Mentality
In this episode of Salty's Fight Talk we sat down with Darren “D-Day” Whitney, a current BKFC fighter with a storied background in combat sports, specifically MMA. We discussed Darren's journey from a troubled youth growing up in Maine to flourishing as a professional fighter in Texas, his experiences in bare-knuckle fighting, and the personal growth he has achieved through overcoming challenges.
Our conversation highlights the importance of self-belief, healing, resilience, and the unique appeal of bare-knuckle fighting as a sport and challenge. Darren shares insights into his training, the mental aspects of fighting, and his aspirations for the future.
About Darren ‘D-Day’ Whitney:
Darren “D-Day” Whitney got his start in MMA competing across regional circuits, earning a reputation for toughness and submission work in promotions such as Fury FC before transitioning into the bare-knuckle world. In that shift, he joined BKFC and made his debut in June 2025, facing Rodney Hinton in a welterweight bout.
On October 18, 2025, Whitney returns to the Squared Circle at BKFC Fight Night: Horseshoe Hammond Casino in Hammond, Indiana, where he’s slated to face Adam Brady on the main card. With one BKFC bout already under his belt, Whitney enters this matchup looking to reset his trajectory and make a statement in his second bare-knuckle outing.
Follow Darren on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dday6mma
