The MMA Mad Podcast

Ep.18: Dinis "Sweetbread" Paiva & Nick's Dad

Dinis "Sweetbread" Paiva stops by The MMA Mad Podcast to discuss his nickname, his winning streak, and his desire to fight in the UFC. Then, in a special Father's Day edition of the podcast, Nick's dad calls in to discuss this week in MMA.

Ep.17: Nick Newell & Rany Saadeh

Nick Newell discusses his recent fight against Joe Condon as well as his future with World Series of Fighting. Then, Andreas Georgiou of MMA Plus joins the podcast to help interview Rany Saadeh and talk BAMMA 20.

Ep. 16: John Wayne Parr & Andreas M. Georgiou

Ep.15: Matt Bessette & UFC 184 Recap

Matt "The Mangler" Bessette calls in to discuss his recent TKO finish of Josh LaBerge at Bellator 134. Then, Nick and Jim take a look back at Ronda Rousey's incredible 14 second submission victory at UFC 184.

Ep. 14: Andreas Georgiou, UFC 184, & BAMMA

Andreas of MMA Plus comes on the podcast to discuss everything from UFC 184 to BAMMA 18.

Ep. 13: Chris Fields & Anderson Silva Drug Test Failure

Chris Fields joins us to discuss his time on The Ultimate Fighter, his reason for signing with BAMMA, and the meteoric rise of teammate Conor McGregor. Then, co-hosts Nick and Jim discuss Fight Night: Henderson vs. Thatch, as well as the Anderson Silva & Nick Diaz failed drug tests.

Ep.12: UFC Sydney & Chael Sonnen at ESPN

After a brief hiatus, Nick and Jim are back to discuss the two Fight Nights from last weekend and the upcoming UFC 180 pay per view, as well as the recent hire of Chael Sonnen at ESPN.

Ep.11: UFC 178 Prediction Special

Nick and Jim go through a stacked UFC 178 card and predict every fight from the first prelim to the main event. TUF 20, Hendricks vs. Lawler 2, and the release of Francis Carmont are among the other topics discussed this week.

Ep.10: Tom Breese and Dana White's Sleazebag Accusation

Welterweight prospect Tom Breese calls in to discuss his upcoming Cage Warriors debut and his future MMA. Then, Nick and Jim discuss the validity of GQ's ranking of Dana White as the #8 'Biggest Sleazebag In Sports'.

Ep.09: UFC 177 & The Future of the Middleweight Division

Nick and Jim discuss Fight Night 48, Fight Night 49, and UFC 177, as well as the future of the middleweight division.

Ep.08: Scott Askham & Fight Night Macau

UFC Middleweight Scott Askham discusses his upcoming UFC debut in Sweden and his unfinished business with Luke Barnatt.

Ep.07: Alistair Overeem & Jones Injury

Alistair Overeem calls into the podcast to discuss everything from the Jon Jones injury to his UFC Heavyweight Championship aspirations.

Ep.06: John Kavanagh & Irish MMA

John Kavanagh joins us to discuss the humble beginnings of SBG Ireland, the future of Irish MMA, and the meteoric rise of its two superstars - Connor McGregor and Gunnar Nelson.

Ep.05: John Gooden & MMA In The UK

In the 5th installment of The MMA Mad Podcast, Nick and Jim were joined by UFC play-by-play commentator, John Gooden, to discuss everything from his start in broadcasting to his future in the sport.

Ep.04: Jim Alers Talks Injury and Future

UFC Featherweight Jim Alers joins us to discuss his history with Conor McGregor, his shoulder injury, and his future in the UFC.

Ep.03: Marc Goddard & UFC Dublin

Episode 3 of The MMA Mad Podcast features a call from UFC Referee, Marc Goddard, who weighs in on point deductions, referee professionalism, and the upcoming UFC Dublin.

Ep.02: MMA Scoring System & Farewell To BJ Penn

Episode 2 of The MMA Mad Podcast features a farewell to MMA legend, BJ Penn, as well as the reveal of our first official guest!