On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…There’s a new Champ in the Light Heavyweight division and his name is Big Ank? That’s what Magomed Ankalaev wants to be known as after silencing doubters with a Unanimous Decision win over Alex Pereira at UFC 313. But do the guys want to see an immediate rematch? And Ankalaev is taking shots at EVERYONE! And he’s doing it like a seasoned pro. Find out if the Bad Guy himself believes Ankalaev could be the UFC’s new Bad Guy? Plus, Justin Gaethje is baaaaack afte...
Mar 10, 2025•49 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…We celebrate one year of Good Guy/Bad Guy! After 365 (ish) days it’s no secret that the Bad Guy may mispronounce the names of fighters from time to time, so we’re putting him on the spot with a fun game you do NOT want to miss! Plus, UFC 313 is almost here and there’s a lot of questions surrounding the highly anticipated main event between Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira and #1 contender Magomed Ankalaev. So, is the trash talk real? What if the fight go...
Mar 06, 2025•35 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did the Champ Alex Pereira just pull the ultimate power move on Magomed Ankalaev ahead of their Light Heavyweight Title Fight at UFC 313? Poatan is putting his money where his mouth is by challenging Ankalaev to a bet where the loser must donate $200k to the charity of the winner’s choice. Plus, is that Bull$#@t the guy’s smell? Get ready for Good Guy / Bad Guy’s BS Meter and find out if they’re calling BS on some of the boldest claims from the two men at th...
Mar 03, 2025•45 min
Today, Daniel Cormier & Chael Sonnen recap an action-packed UFC Fight Night from Seattle this past weekend, headlined by the controversial finish between Henry Cejudo & Song Yadong. How should the eye poke have been handled by all parties and where does Cejudo go from here, now a loser of 3 straight since he returned from retirement? In retrospect, was Triple C's retirement in 2020 the worst career decision he could have made? In the co main event, Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez continued his hot st...
Feb 24, 2025•36 min
Dana White took to social media on Wednesday night and gave fight fans the news they have been waiting to hear about the UFC 314 and UFC 315 PPV fight cards. Volk vs Lopes…Chandler vs Paddy…Belal vs JDM! DC and Chael take a break from coaching TUF to break down all the big matchups and discuss who could be next for Ilia Topuria now that he will vacate the Featherweight belt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Feb 20, 2025•43 min
DC and Chael are back for another episode in the middle of filming TUF Season 33. The guys dive into what their life has been like, living in Vegas and leading their camps. Also, GSP was at the 4 Nations Faceoff this past weekend where 3 fights broke out in 10 seconds, would the guys ever fight on the ice? Jared Cannonier gets back in the win column this weekend with a knockout of Gregory Rodrigues. At 40 years old, what's next for the Killa Gorilla in a tight middleweight division? Andre Petros...
Feb 17, 2025•45 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…a beef is brewing with DC & Chael as they begin filming Season 33 of The Ultimate Fighter. So, will things come to blows between the opposing coaches? Or will their two current UFC Welterweight Coaches, Colby Covington and Michael Chiesa end up scrapping at the end of the season? Plus, it’s the case of a Legend vs Legend in Dustin Poirier’s upcoming retirement fight. So, which legend should meet the Diamond inside the octagon when he makes his final walk? Th...
Feb 13, 2025•39 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…And Still! Dricus Du Plessis is fresh off his win at UFC 312 against Sean Strickland to retain his Middleweight Title, but did he drop the ball in his post-fight callout? And did Strickland’s mouth write a check his ass couldn’t cash? Find out if the guys believe he’s really who he says he is. Plus, Strawweight Champ Zhang just put on a clinic against Tatiana Suarez…so, did her dominant performance prove she’s the best fighter on the entire UFC roster? And f...
Feb 10, 2025•46 min
On this episode of Good Guy Bad Guy…take cover because Sean Strickland has a microphone, and no one is safe ahead of his rematch with Middleweight Champ Dricus Du Plessis. Find out what the guys think about the trash talk between the two and how it may play a factor when they step back inside the octagon. Then, is Alex Pereira risking his own career by helping Sean Strickland prepare in Australia? Plus, find out if will DC & Chael take a “trip” with Suga Rashad when the UFC Hall of Famer “Suga” ...
Feb 07, 2025•47 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did we just witness Father Time catch up to former Middleweight Champ Isreal Adesanya? DC & Chael break down what it’s like to live by the sword and die by the sword. And, what they want next for the Last Stylebender. Then, did MVP’s performance against Shara Bullet prove that his unique fighting style is the hardest to compete against in all of MMA? Plus, WWE Legend CM Punk joins the show following his performance at Royale Rumble. After being eliminated by...
Feb 03, 2025•54 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Former Middleweight Champ Israel Adesanya makes the walk to the octagon this weekend in his first non-title fight in 6 years at UFC Saudi Arabia. He faces #5 Nassourdine Imavov and says it doesn’t matter if he loses his next 10 fights because it won’t affect his legacy. So, is the cement already set on the legacy of the Last Stylebender? Do they guys consider him the GOAT at Middleweight? Plus, is Sharaputdin Magomedov (Shara Bullet) being fed to the wolves ...
Jan 30, 2025•42 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Would DC ever hang out with his nemesis Jon Jones? That’s the question after Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker almost broke the internet when they recently hung out and trained together. The two joined forces ahead of Izzy’s first non-title fight since 2019 this weekend against Nassourdine Imavov in a 5-round Middleweight bout. So, what’s Izzy’s purpose if he’s not fighting for the title? Plus, Usman Nurmagomedov continues his unbeaten 19-0 streak after d...
Jan 27, 2025•40 min
On today’s episode of Good Guy & Bad Guy, we recap all things UFC 311. Chael says he looks up to Islam while Dana White FINALLY calls Islam the pound-for-pound king… What is left for Islam to accomplish? Can he become the star this is mentor, Khabib, became? Also, it’s time to put some respect on Merab’s name! Following his 1st title defense, did he turn doubters into believers? Will we see Merab vs O’Malley 2 next? Plus… Jiri wants a 3rd crack at Alex Pereira… do the guys think the outcome woul...
Jan 20, 2025•51 min
The Good Guy and the Bad Guy are back together at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles for the first pay-per-view of the year. Chael has beef with RC? He explains why. They preview UFC 311 and discuss Khabib's recent comments about retirement for good. What does Islam breaking Khabib's lightweight title defense record do for his legacy? Find out their thoughts on Islam's growth as a fighter. Merab Dvalishvili has been vocal about feeling disrespected in the lead up to fighting Umar Nurmagomedov, but w...
Jan 17, 2025•37 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Could you imagine being the person who has to remove Khabib Nurmagomedov from a flight? The guys react to the incident with the UFC Hall of Famer that has now gone viral. Plus, Coach Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov has left a legendary legacy in the MMA world. Between Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev, Umar Nurmagomedov, and Usman Nurmagomedov they hold a record of 91-1. So, are we witnessing the era of Dagestani Domination? And, will Islam surpass Khabib as the ...
Jan 13, 2025•42 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Future Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz joins the show to discuss what could be the final fight of his legendary career February 22nd against Rob Font. So, what does he think about being on the same card as the guy he wanted to fight…Henry Cejudo? Why did he take the fight vs Rob Font, and why is he now deciding to lay his gloves down and retire? Plus, you do not want to miss Dom playing “The Name Game” with DC & Chael. Then, is it a good or bad move turning down...
Jan 09, 2025•47 min
We’re Baaaaaaaaaaaack! On the very first episode of the new year, the guys are answering some of the biggest hypothetical questions in the MMA world. So, what will happen in 2025? Will Jon Jones get paid $30 Million to fight Tom Aspinall? Will Conor McGregor box Logan Paul, then make his long-awaited UFC return? Will the GOAT Amanda Nunes return for some unfinished business? You do NOT wanna miss what DC & Chael are saying about those questions and much more as we kick off the new year! Learn mo...
Jan 06, 2025•42 min
On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…Joaquin Buckley is coming off the biggest win of his career after calming the chaos of Colby Covington and one of the guys believes he could be unbeatable in the Welterweight Division. So, who should be next in line for Buckley? Plus, Chael pulls back the curtain on cornering Covington, throwing in the towel, and making the walk to the octagon with wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan. Find out what Chael says the Hulkster taught him that absolutely blew his mind and w...
Dec 16, 2024•33 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Alexandre Pantoja is calling out Demetrious Johnson, the Flyweight GOAT following his win against UFC newcomer Kai Asakura. Find out which one of the guys believes we may be witnessing a better version of Mighty Mouse currently ruling the division. Plus, we discuss all the drama surrounding UFC 311. Islam Makhachev and Nate Diaz throw bottles at each other, Merab Dvalishvili gets into an altercation with Umar Nurmagomedov and a fan, and Jamahal Hill and Alex...
Dec 09, 2024•43 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…the final PPV of 2024 is here and future Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz joins the show to break down UFC 310, troll DC, and reveal who he wants to fight next! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Dec 06, 2024•45 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…The final PPV of the year is almost here and the card for UFC 310 is deep! Can you guess which matchup the guys are most excited to see? Is it Shavkat Rakhmonov vs Ian Machado Garry, Vicente Luque vs Themba Gorimbo, or Alexandre Pantoja vs Kai Asakura? DC & Chael lay out their top 3 fights from the card to wrap up 2024. Plus, the Welterweight division is already making waves for what’s to come next year. Jorge Masvidal says he’s turning up the heat in Miami ...
Dec 02, 2024•41 min
On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…Jon Jones says he’s already back in training camp, but the guys aren’t necessarily believing the hype. Why they feel there’s only one fight to make for the Heavyweight Champ. Plus, after Petr Yan put on a masterclass against Deiveson Figueiredo and called out the Champ Merab Dvalishvili…DC is putting on his matchmaker hat and breaking down who the biggest names in the Bantamweight division should fight next. But will the Bad Guy be on board for his matchups? P...
Nov 25, 2024•41 min
On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, Daniel & Chael continue their conversation around UFC 309, this time focusing on Charles Oliveira vs Michael Chandler. Even in defeat, Michael Chandler seemed to be victorious... has he reached the point of his career where wins & losses don't matter but just entertaining the fans does? Is Conor McGregor still the fight that makes the most sense for Chandler following UFC 309? Plus, while Bo Nickal remained undefeated last weekend, there were many detracto...
Nov 21, 2024•39 min
On a brand new episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, Daniel Cormier & Chael Sonnen make their case if Jon Jones deserves to be the #1 Pound-For-Pound fighter in the UFC. Following his win, Jones continued to dismiss Tom Aspinall and a potential heavyweight clash... By doing this, is Jones making this fight bigger than it already was? If/When Jones vs Aspinall takes place, how DC think these two matchup and why does Chael think the oddsmakers have this fight wrong already!? Plus, why did Mike Tyson step i...
Nov 18, 2024•37 min
UFC 309 is finally here! DC and Chael are back talking Jones and Miocic. So has DC seen Jon Jones? Hear why it involves one of them taking a walk. Does Jones dismissing Tom Aspinall taint his legacy? Chael is all in on the new look Stipe, but can he get it done against the greatest to ever do it? See what Chael has to say. Michael Chandler returns to the octagon and hear who DC compares him too. It may surprise you. Plus, what’s at stake for Charles Oliveira. And, the guys chat about undefeated ...
Nov 14, 2024•39 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…It’s the clash of the GOATS when Jon Jones defends his Heavyweight Title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. DC and Chael have some experience sharing the octagon with them -- so, who is the most dangerous wrestler, who could gas out first, and who has more to lose with a loss? It’s a unique perspective you can’t get anywhere else! Then, this week in MMA history…three years ago Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira made his UFC debut, and the rest is history! Th...
Nov 07, 2024•40 min
On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…Max Holloway says he’s officially done at Featherweight and is starting a new chapter at 155 in the Lightweight division. So, is the Blessed One’s weight cut the culprit for hanging it up at 145lbs? Find out when DC & Chael knew it was time for them to stop the weight cuts and move up divisions for good. Then, Derrick Lewis called DC a “Piece of S#@T” during fight week in Edmonton, Canda then pulled out of his fight and disappeared. So, what happened? Good Guy...
Nov 04, 2024•37 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did Ilia Topuria just cement himself as the Fighter of the Year after knocking out Max Holloway, one of the greatest Featherweights of all time? Or is Alex Pereira still at the top of that list? Plus, find out if DC & Chael fall victim to recency bias when it comes to the conversation of the greatest and most powerful punchers of all time in the Featherweight division. Plus, according to Max Holloway we likely watched his last fight at Featherweight during U...
Oct 28, 2024•39 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…He’s undefeated, confident, and even smells good according to DC, but is he one punch away from ending an era in the Featherweight division? The guy’s debate whether a win for the newly crowned Champ Ilia Topuria against Max Holloway at UFC 308 could determine whether Holloway’s best days are behind him. Plus, Topuria is tearing a page right out of the Bad Guy’s playbook - trolling Holloway with a fake BMF Belt. So, is the Bad Guy impressed by the move or do...
Oct 24, 2024•34 min
On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Who is the best Heavyweight in MMA? After Francis Ngannou’s impressive finish over Renan Ferreira some are crowning him King of the division. But do the guys agree? Find out why one of them says a guy who’s never fought at Heavyweight is hands down the best in that weight class. Then, Featherweight Champ Ilia Topuria is channeling his inner Matador by taking shots at Max Holloway ahead of UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. So, is his strategy to get under the skin of the...
Oct 21, 2024•39 min
