On today’s episode, I give you all my thoughts on Saturday's UFC 311, but first, it seems Justin Gaethje will fight Dan Hooker at UFC 313 in March. Then, Alex Pereira put out a video of himself sparring without headgear. And, I also tell you three options Jon Jones has for his next move. Later on, I explain why there’s only one real team in MMA, and also why Arman Tsarukyan is only focusing on business after this title fight. And finally, Islam Makhachev’s momentum heading into his title defense...
Jan 17, 2025•57 min•Ep. 427
On today’s episode, I start with what happened in the viral video of Khabib Nurmagomedov getting removed from a Frontier Airlines flight after an exit-row dispute. Then, why I don’t want to talk about the “Greatest of All-Time” debate between Khabib and Islam Makhachev. And then, the secret grudge between Umar Nurmagomedov and Merab Dvalishvili ahead of their UFC 311 clash, why there’s no truth to a report that Alex Pereira will fight Alexander Volkov, the biggest fight in UFC history, and the c...
Jan 14, 2025•55 min•Ep. 426
On today's episode, I give you my thoughts on Joe Rogan saying Jon Jones will get $30 million to fight Tom Aspinall, along with Rogan saying Jones can retire and come back at any time. Then, is Alex Pereira avoiding Magomed Ankalaev using the “Ramadan strategy”? And, the interesting spot Jamahal Hill has put himself in wanting to fight Pereira. And later, why I like Cain Velasquez giving Jon Jones credit, Colby Covington believes Pereira could knock out Jones, the world’s dumbest idea, and why D...
Jan 10, 2025•1 hr•Ep. 425
On today’s episode, Umar Nurmagomedov reveals he has a broken arm, I declare Jon Jones will retire after he fights Tom Aspinall in 2025, and what I got wrong about the proposed Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul fight in India. Also, Darren Till seems to have mistaken Dagestan for Russia when he called out Khabib Nurmagomedov, and why people questioning the valor of Tim Kennedy made me uncomfortable. To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify ...
Jan 07, 2025•41 min•Ep. 424
Happy New Year! On today’s episode, I begin with Jon Jones telling the world what he was grateful for in 2024. Then, I’ll tell you why you’re stupid if you still think Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul is happening in India. And, why I’m giving Ian Garry the Character Development of the Year award for 2024. After that, the surprising odds of Islam Makhachev vs. Arman Tsarukyan, some MMA math on Islam Makhachev and Alex Pereira, Tony Ferguson’s fight announcement, and Gordon Ryan admitting to using P...
Jan 03, 2025•55 min•Ep. 423
On today's episode, I tell you whether Jon Jones will still be champion by the end of 2025. Plus, I explain why Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul won't happen, Joe Rogan's thoughts on McGregor's fighting future, and why Khabib Nurmagomedov hates coaching. And later, I explain what makes Dricus Du Plessis so special. To support this program, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on my Spotify page. CHAPTERS: Jon Jones' 2025 (00:00) Conor McGregor vs. Logan Paul? (8:45) Joe Rog...
Dec 31, 2024•52 min•Ep. 422
Happy Christmas Eve! On today's episode, I give you my reaction to the rematch between Oleksandr Usyk and Tyson Fury from several angles. I discuss the controversial decision, the role of AI judging in the fight, as well as Fury weighing in 20 lbs. overweight. After that, I talk about Alex Pereira's recent meeting with the UFC brass and what it could mean for his next fight. Plus, I give Robert Whittaker an idea, and I talk about a broken penis. CHAPTERS: Usyk vs. Fury 2 reaction (00:00) Fury's ...
Dec 24, 2024•51 min•Ep. 421
I'm sorry I missed you all on Tuesday! I'm battling a nasty cold, but I'm still here to bring you some of the goods. On today's episode, I begin by telling you why I think Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall (if it's ever booked) has the potential to be the biggest fight in UFC history. Then, I have a bone to pick with Ilia Topuria's desire to move up a weight class. And to close out the show, I talk to my friend Hamzah Sheeraz in Saudi Arabia about this weekend's must-see boxing rematch between heavywei...
Dec 20, 2024•33 min•Ep. 420
While patrolling the roads of Tampa Bay one day before cornering Colby Covington in the UFC Tampa main event, I'm here to get you up to speed on all the latest happenings. On today's show, I discuss said main event between Covington and Joaquin Buckley, as well as a back-and-forth between Conor McGregor and Belal Muhammad, former flyweight champion Deiveson Figueiredo's callout of current champ Alexandre Pantoja, a bad deck of cards for Aljamain Sterling, rumors surrounding Israel Adesanya's nex...
Dec 13, 2024•47 min•Ep. 419
I'm back from Las Vegas after covering UFC 310 for ESPN, and I give you my full reaction on today's episode! I discuss: Alexandre Pantoja's callout of Demetrious Johnson (00:00) How to make Leon Edwards vs. Ian Garry happen (11:10) Ciryl Gane's controversial win (20:08) The importance of honor in fighting (31:26) Sean Strickland's path to the middleweight title (41:00) To support this program, you can leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or my Spotify page. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...
Dec 10, 2024•47 min•Ep. 418
On the eve of UFC 310, ol' Uncle Chael is here to weigh in on all the big fights of the final UFC pay-per-view of the year. On today's show, I discuss: Aljamain Sterling and Chris Weidman on the undercard (00:00) Anthony Smith vs. Dominick Reyes (12:07) Ciryl Gane vs. Alexander Volkov 2 (24:30) Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry (33:12) Alexandre Pantoja vs. Kai Asakura (42:49) Special thanks to this episode’s sponsor: Draft Kings Sportsbook - Download the DraftKings Sportsbook app NOW. New...
Dec 06, 2024•49 min•Ep. 417
UFC 310 is nearly upon us! And on today's episode, I talk about a very meaningful heavyweight fight between Ciryl Gane and Alexander Volkov, and why I think its result could have an impact on the futures of Jon Jones and Tom Aspinall. Plus, I discuss the unprecedented nature of the main event between Alexandre Pantoja and Kai Asakura, as well as the fascinating matchup between top welterweights Ian Machado Garry and Shavkat Rakhmonov. I also talk about last weekend's PFL championships, and what ...
Dec 03, 2024•48 min•Ep. 416
While you were busy stuffing down turkey on Thanksgiving, I was working hard to give you today's episode! I get into several angles of the potential Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall championship fight. Plus, I talk about UFC 310's highly-anticipated bout between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry, as well as the very important subject of Robert Whittaker's bad teeth. The following time codes are approximate: Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall (00:00) Shavkat Rakhmonov vs. Ian Machado Garry (22:58) Poor L...
Nov 29, 2024•58 min•Ep. 415
I'm back in the studio today, and on today's episode, I give you something a little bit different! Recently, I've started a podcast on my YouTube channel with my film producer friend (and big MMA fan) Mike Soccio , and I wanted to bring you some of that podcast on today's episode of "You're Welcome." In this snippet, the two of us discuss the UFC bantamweight title picture following Petr Yan's win over Deiveson Figueiredo, as well as whether Tom Aspinall or Alex Pereira will get the next shot at...
Nov 26, 2024•1 hr 10 min•Ep. 414
Join me as I wind through the streets of New York City while I deliver my unmatched analysis of several happenings in the combat sports world. On today's episode, I talk about Jon Jones' place in the pound-for-pound rankings, the new UFC 310 welterweight showdown between Shavkat Rakhmonov and Ian Machado Garry, as well as the UFC's signing of grappling specialist Mikey Musumeci. Plus, I tell you about my run-in with Larry Holmes, and also my thoughts on what really happened between Jake Paul and...
Nov 22, 2024•45 min•Ep. 413
Join me as I walk the streets to give you my instant reaction to what we witnessed Saturday night at Madison Square Garden. On today's episode, I tell you what I really saw between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic, why Charles Oliveira stole the show, and why I'm disappointed in Bo Nickal. Plus, I talk about a potential Jones vs. Tom Aspinall title fight and Jones' demands for more money to fight the interim heavyweight champion. The following time codes are approximate: Oliveira's perfect performance...
Nov 19, 2024•43 min•Ep. 412
It's a massive week in combat sports, and on today's episode I discuss the UFC 309 main event from several angles. Plus, I tell you about something Bo Nickal said, and I also revisit the night Jorge Masvidal suckerpunched Leon Edwards before explaining why I think the two should finally get locked in the cage together. The following time codes are approximate: Bo Nickal wants Shara Bullet (00:00) The psychology of Jon Jones (11:57) Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic (29:23) Jorge Masvidal and Leon Edwar...
Nov 12, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 411
With a new rule change in the UFC, some are wondering whether Jon Jones will benefit from it by having the one loss of his career moved to a no-contest. I give you my thoughts on that, plus I also tell you why I think we could see Max Holloway and Dustin Poirier battle it out in the cage for a third time. Additionally, Brandon Moreno is back, something CRAZY just happened in a fight, and I've got a UFC prospect that I have to tell you about. You're welcome. The following time codes are approxima...
Nov 08, 2024•59 min•Ep. 410
On today's episode, I begin by discussing the news that Ian Garry and Joaquin Buckley will headline the final Fight Night of the year. I also talk about why Ilia Topuria could be champion for years to come, Derrick Lewis's strong take on Jon Jones vs. Stipe Miocic, and Tom Aspinall's smart plans for UFC 309. And on this Election Day, I tell you which UFC fighter could make a good President of the United States. The following time codes are approximate: Ian Garry vs. Joaquin Buckley (00:00) Ilia ...
Nov 05, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 409
Big episode today! Coming up, I discuss the news that Belal Muhammad is out of his UFC 310 title fight with Shavkat Rakhmonov, and also why I believe Alex Pereira vs. Magomed Ankalaev will be the new headliner. Plus, I tell you whether Khamzat Chimaev or Bo Nickal is the better MMA wrestler, and whether Chimaev or Sean Strickland will get the next middleweight title shot against Dricus du Plessis. There's also some rumors about a fight between Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev? And of course, Con...
Nov 01, 2024•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 408
On today's post-UFC 308 episode, I talk about the middleweight title picture and whether Khamzat Chimaev or Sean Strickland deserves the next crack at Dricus du Plessis. Plus, I discuss Ilia Topuria's impressive win over Max Holloway and why I think El Matador has a strong case for Fighter of the Year over Alex Pereira. Speaking of Pereira, are we so sure Magomed Ankalaev will be his next opponent? *The following time codes are approximate: Ilia Topuria for FOY? (00:00) Middleweight title pictur...
Oct 29, 2024•38 min•Ep. 407
It's UFC 308 week! On today's show, I talk about another challenge laid down by Ilia Topuria to Max Holloway, and I tell you how Holloway responded to it. Plus, I talk about the betting lines for Magomed Ankalaev vs. Aleksandar Rakic and my take on Robert Whittaker vs. Khamzat Chimaev. And after watching Francis Ngannou win handily in his PFL debut this weekend, I'm wondering a few things: Does he fight in boxing or MMA next, and where does Ngannou rank in the all-time heavyweight great conversa...
Oct 22, 2024•57 min•Ep. 406
Happy Friday! On today's episode I talk about Conor McGregor inviting Sean O'Malley to train with him in Thailand. I also talk about Alex Pereira's massive weight cuts, Cowboy Cerrone's un-retirement, and why Renato Moicano thinks the UFC is protecting Paddy Pimblett from him. And, after years of legal issues, injuries, and not fighting ... what exactly is McGregor's legacy at this point? The following time codes are approximate: McGregor and O'Malley mend fences (00:00) McGregor's legacy (10:26...
Oct 18, 2024•52 min•Ep. 405
On today's episode, I explain my issues with Conor McGregor's statement that he and Dan Hooker are going to fight each other next February in Saudi Arabia. Plus, I tell you why Hooker could instead make sense for Dustin Poirier's next fight. I also discuss Belal Muhammad vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov, Jake Paul's proposed bet with Mike Tyson, and my problem with the UFCs newest signee. The following time codes are approximate: Muhammad vs. Rakhmonov is official (00:00) McGregor vs. Hooker? (11:17) Dusti...
Oct 15, 2024•45 min•Ep. 404
On today's LOADED episode, I'm covering a whole bunch of topics, like how Alex Pereira has jumped over Jon Jones in the pound-for-pound rankings. Plus, Amanda Nunes teases a return, Conor McGregor and Dana White are in the same city but it's NOT to see each other, and Ilia Topuria has issued a brilliant challenge to Max Holloway for their UFC 308 scrap. On top of all that, I discuss rumors of Jake Paul's $40 MILLION pay day to fight Mike Tyson, as well as a proposed BMF tournament by Nate Diaz. ...
Oct 11, 2024•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 403
On today's episode, we go back in time to Saturday night when I offered you my immediate thoughts to Alex Pereira's win over Khalil Rountree, and I also tell you why I don't believe Kayla Harrison got the victory. Then, I talk about why the women's bantamweight division has suddenly become interesting, what's next for Pereira, and what makes the light heavyweight champion so special. The following time codes are approximate: Alex Pereira's place in the GOAT conversation (00:00) Kayla Harrison di...
Oct 08, 2024•47 min•Ep. 402
I'm in Salt Lake City for UFC 307, but before I left I made sure to deliver you a special UFC 307 preview show! On today's episode, I talk about paths to victory for both Khalil Rountree and Alex Pereira in Saturday night's main event, the overwhelming odds in favor of Kayla Harrison, Raquel Pennington vs. Julianna Pena, and more. Plus, Israel Adesanya says he wants to fight again this year, and Ian Garry and Shavkat Rakhmonov might have a fight booked with each other? The following time codes a...
Oct 04, 2024•58 min•Ep. 401
Before I head off to Salt Lake City to cover UFC 307 for ESPN, I give you my reaction to Renato Moicano's win over Benoit Saint-Denis. And I also tell you why I think Money Moicano will fight Justin Gaethje next. Plus, I get into the drama surrounding Bryan Battle, and I also talk about the triangle between Stipe Miocic, Jon Jones, and Tom Aspinall. The following time codes are approximate: Renato Moicano's next opponent (00:00) Similarities between Moicano and Khalil Rountree (08:42) Bryan Batt...
Oct 01, 2024•40 min•Ep. 400
On today's episode, I get into the new Vince McMahon Netflix documentary that's sweeping the Internet. I also discuss rumors swirling around Stipe Miocic and his UFC 309 bout with Jon Jones at Madison Square Garden. Plus, Diego Lopes has put Alex Volkanovski in a tough spot, the PFL has put together a big card for next month, and I give you my take on a controversial airplane story. To support this show, please leave me a review on Apple Podcasts or submit a rating on Spotify . The following tim...
Sep 27, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 399
Khamzat Chimaev finally revealed the truth! I talk about that on today's program, plus I tell you about my new favorite UFC featherweight. I also give you a behind-the-scenes glimpse into next month's title fight between Alex Pereira and Khalil Rountree. Jorge Masvidal has also called out Leon Edwards again, and Conor McGregor lost (again). The following time codes are approximate: Alex Pereira vs. Khalil Rountree (00:00) Movsar Evloev is the man (11:36) Conor McGregor and Mike Perry (24:51) Jor...
Sep 24, 2024•56 min•Ep. 398
