The Dustin Poirier/Conor McGregor trilogy concludes this weekend, and Chael is here to get you set for it. But first, he explains why he doesn't buy into rumors of a Nick Diaz/Robbie Lawler rematch. Then, Chael dives into comparisons between McGregor and Sean O'Malley (8:12), Gilbert Burns vs. Wonderboy Thompson (15:52) and what's really on the line for both Poirier and McGregor tomorrow night. Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Ch...
Jul 09, 2021•48 min•Ep. 67
As we're just days away from the highly-anticipated trilogy fight between Dustin Poirier and Conor McGregor, Chael lays out each guy's path to victory. Plus, Chael dives into Gilbert Burns vs. Wonderboy Thompson (8:50), Jorge Masvidal's new callout (17:28), Jon Jones' experiment at heavyweight and much more. Presented by: Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: ht...
Jul 07, 2021•48 min•Ep. 66
On today's episode, Chael dives DEEP into the years-long backstory that culminated in Jon Jones recently blocking Chael on Twitter (35:15). Plus, Chael discusses Conor McGregor's possible health scare, Georges St-Pierre's comments about the best fighter in MMA (28:40) and why all of you need to embrace Jake Paul (19:14). Presented by: Eight Sleep Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great...
Jul 02, 2021•55 min•Ep. 65
Now that Derrick Lewis and Ciryl Gane are set to fight for the interim heavyweight title fight in August, where does this leave champion Francis Ngannou, Stipe Miocic and Jon Jones? Plus, Chael discusses Conor McGregor's paths to victory at UFC 264 (18:10), Kayla Harrison's ceiling (41:05), who Sean O'Malley should fight on July 10 and more. Presented by: BetterHelp Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my co...
Jun 30, 2021•52 min•Ep. 64
Khamzat Chimaev and Luke Rockhold will not fight, so what's next for each guy? Chael speculates. Plus, Chael discusses Wonderboy Thompson's comments about Nate Diaz (8:04), Ciryl Gane vs. Alexander Volkov and he also issues a special challenge to the listeners (25:30)! Presented by: Athletic Greens & BetterHelp Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com Adver...
Jun 25, 2021•46 min•Ep. 63
On today's episode, Chael discusses Anderson Silva's impressive boxing performance, the ongoing beef between Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker, The Korean Zombie's wasted callout (9:05) and much more. Plus, Chael gets heated about hamburgers (40:02). Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Op...
Jun 23, 2021•52 min•Ep. 62
Chael begins the show by talking about the newly booked boxing fight between Oscar De La Hoya and Vitor Belfort. Chael also talks about the boxing fight that HAS to get made (4:27), why the past two fights mean nothing for next month's Poirier-McGregor 3 (15:27) and Saturday's bout between Dan Ige and The Korean Zombie. Presented by: Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a gr...
Jun 18, 2021•46 min•Ep. 61
With UFC 263 in the books, Chael discusses Israel Adesanya's impressive improvements on the ground, but also points out that the fight with Marvin Vettori wasn't as lopsided as everyone thinks. Plus, Chael wonders what makes sense for Nate Diaz next (25:24), if Leon Edwards and Jorge Masvidal must fight soon (12:48) and if Deiveson Figueiredo should jump up to 135. Presented by: EightSleep Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check o...
Jun 16, 2021•49 min•Ep. 60
Chael delivers his official predictions for tomorrow's main event between Israel Adesanya and Marvin Vettori (31:25), as well as the Belal Muhammad and Demian Maia fight. Plus, Nate Diaz pushes back against Francis Ngannou (18:24), Leon Edwards talks trash about the champ and more. Presented by: HelloFresh Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com Advertisin...
Jun 11, 2021•47 min•Ep. 59
With UFC 263 just days away, Chael gives his official predictions for Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz (23:02) and the flyweight title rematch between Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon Moreno. Plus, Chael reacts to Francis Ngannou's tweet about the boxing fight between Logan Paul and Floyd Mayweather (3:40). Presented by: Eight Sleep, DraftKings and ExpressVPN Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a...
Jun 09, 2021•50 min•Ep. 58
Dana White says he's locked in on Colby Covington rematching Kamaru Usman for the welterweight title, which has Chael very excited (19:15). Plus, Logan Paul finally tells us why he's fighting Floyd Mayweather, Diego Sanchez takes the high road and Chael uses tomorrow night's heavyweight fight to discuss Jon Jones' apparent unwillingness to fight (36:50). Presented by: Eight Sleep Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify...
Jun 04, 2021•55 min•Ep. 57
Former UFC champion Tyron Woodley has stepped up to represent the MMA community in a boxing match against online sensation Jake Paul, leaving Chael to wonder what this is all really about. And what's on the line for Leon Edwards and Nate Diaz at next week's UFC 263 (22:33)? Oh, and Chael also tells some stories involving "Pretty Boy" Floyd Mayweather, Stipe Miocic and air conditioning. Presented by: SEED Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopif...
Jun 02, 2021•54 min•Ep. 56
After gushing about the newly booked Max Holloway vs. Yair Rodriguez fight, Chael wonders why we haven't heard from Justin Gaethje. Chael also discusses his recent Twitter war with Jon Jones, concerns for Jones after his career and this week's news that Jones has hired former Golden Boy CEO Richard Schaefer as his new adviser (20:28). Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https...
May 28, 2021•47 min•Ep. 55
Kamaru Usman insulted Conor McGregor, and Chael thinks it could lead to a welterweight fight between the two stars down the line. Plus, Dana White reignites rumors of a mega-fight (11:12) and Chael also discusses the messy breakup of Diego Sanchez and Joshua Fabia. And, Kevin Holland puts on his wrestling shoes (37:25). Presented by: EightSleep Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great d...
May 26, 2021•52 min•Ep. 54
Charles Oliveira's impressive UFC 262 title victory over Michael Chandler has Chael and the rest of the MMA community wondering what's next for the sport's most exciting division. Plus, Chael discusses another loss for Tony Ferguson (12:48), Edson Barboza's improvement and the latest in the standoff between Jon Jones and the UFC (27:36). Presented by: BlueChew and Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify...
May 19, 2021•48 min•Ep. 53
Chael offers his thoughts on tomorrow's main event between Charles Oliveira and Michael Chandler (42:40), as well as the co-main between Tony Ferguson and Beneil Dariush. Chael also discusses how the next generation will remember Jon Jones (22:53). But before all that, Chael welcomes on rising boxing star Jake Paul to talk about his confrontation with Floyd Mayweather last week, change he wants to see in combat sports, rumors of boxing Kamaru Usman and so much more. Presented by: Seed & HelloFre...
May 14, 2021•51 min•Ep. 52
Dana White says the UFC is trying to finalize a heavyweight title bout between Francis Ngannou and Derrick Lewis, leaving Jon Jones to possibly fight...Stipe Miocic? And, how badly does Nick Diaz want to fight again? Plus, Chael suggests Conor McGregor challenge Jorge Masvidal for the BMF belt (19:10), Michael Chandler is feeling himself before Saturday's UFC 262 (27:54) and Chael's got some more thoughts on Jake Paul. If you have a question you'd like to ask Jake Paul when Chael interviews him ...
May 12, 2021•1 hr•Ep. 51
Floyd Mayweather and Logan Paul are set to fight in a month, but Chael just can't seem to get excited for it. Plus, Conor McGregor believes he has a unique advantage over Dustin Poirier in their trilogy fight (19:04) and Chael explains how the UFC did right by Diego Sanchez. And, MMA legend Anderson Silva joins the show to talk about his foray into the boxing world (40:10). Presented by: Athletic Greens If you liked today's show, please consider leaving a review over on Apple Podcasts. Our Spons...
May 07, 2021•52 min•Ep. 50
There's renewed hope that Jon Jones will face Francis Ngannou next for the heavyweight title. But, will Jones and the UFC ever meet in the middle? Chael weighs in (7:48). Plus, Chael discusses Jiri Prochazka's impressive win over Dominick Reyes, Diego Sanchez's bizarre split with the UFC (34:08) and more. Presented by: BlueChew Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www....
May 05, 2021•44 min•Ep. 49
A series of tweets has Chael wondering...what is Jon Jones up to? Plus, Stipe Miocic is changing his training approach and Chael wants to know what Dana White thinks about Jake Paul's request to fight Nate Diaz (31:09). And...Chael makes one final push for something to happen with the BMF belt (44:10). Presented by: Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://...
Apr 30, 2021•53 min•Ep. 48
Chael recaps a wild UFC 261 by discussing takeaways from Usman-Masvidal 2, something new he learned about Rose Namajunas (5:55) and how we need to change the narrative around Valentina Shevchenko, a narrative that shouldn't include Amanda Nunes. Plus, Chael talks about Chris Weidman's bad luck (17:50), what to make of Nick Diaz's appearance at UFC 261 (27:02) and MUCH more. Presented by: Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify...
Apr 28, 2021•56 min•Ep. 47
As all eyes look toward tomorrow's UFC 261 in front of a sold-out crowd in Jacksonville, Chael discusses if this is Jorge Masvidal's last chance at a championship belt, how a wild past year for Zhang Weili could affect her strawweight defense against Rose Namajunas (17:53) and if Colby Covington is next up for a welterweight title shot. Plus, Chael ends with his official prediction for the main event between Kamaru Usman and Masvidal (33:18). Presented by: HelloFresh Our Sponsors: * Check out Sh...
Apr 23, 2021•45 min•Ep. 46
Jake Paul did it again! Chael tries to make sense of the YouTuber's boxing skills and his appeal to the masses. And with a world of options before him, who should Paul go after next? Chael also gives props to Robert Whittaker, but isn't convinced he'll get to fight Israel Adesanya for the belt next (22:16). Plus, as we head into UFC 261, Chael wonders whether Jorge Masvidal set a bad precedent for the welterweight division (39:12). Presented by: DraftKings and Dr. Squatch Our Sponsors: * Check o...
Apr 21, 2021•57 min•Ep. 45
Two big main events go down Saturday night and on today's episode, Chael gets you all fired up for 'em. But first, Chael discusses MMA's feel-good moment of the year and Eddie Alvarez's possible foray into the boxing world. After that, Chael approaches the Jake Paul vs. Ben Askren fight through the lens of Freddie Roach (21:12) and then gives his pick for Saturday's UFC middleweight contender fight (38:30). Presented by: KEEPS Make sure to join Chael LIVE on his YouTube channel Saturday night as...
Apr 16, 2021•50 min•Ep. 44
With Conor McGregor and Dustin Poirier taking to Twitter this week to hash out some business matters, Chael offers his thoughts on the rivalry that's now taken the sport by storm. Then, Chael discusses Tony Ferguson's future (13:32), Marvin Vettori's chances of landing a title shot against Israel Adesanya and Jake Paul's prediction for Saturday's boxing match against Ben Askren (44:05). Presented by: Raycon Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.sho...
Apr 14, 2021•58 min•Ep. 43
Chael begins the show by reacting to ONE Championship's Wednesday night slate. Then, Chael discusses what he expects to see from Conor McGregor in the Dustin Poirier trilogy fight (6:20), Jon Jones' misguided behavior in fight negotiations (34:05), this weekend's big middleweight event (48:00) and yes...Jake Paul and Ben Askren. Presented by: SEED Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a grea...
Apr 09, 2021•55 min•Ep. 42
As the UFC appears to be distancing itself from a Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones heavyweight title fight, Chael wonders what Jones' next move will be. Plus, some lessons learned from the Ben Askren vs. Jake Paul fight promotion (41:06), Rafael dos Anjos gets called out and Kevin Holland is back...but should he be? Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com Adv...
Apr 07, 2021•51 min•Ep. 41
Chael begins by breaking down the cat-and-mouse game between Jon Jones and the UFC, saying he ultimately believes the two sides won't come to a deal for a heavyweight title bout with Francis Ngannou. Plus, Chael discusses how the Leon Edwards vs. Nate Diaz fight could change everything (10:06), an interesting text he received yesterday, the UFC's new Venum deal (35:30) and he also answers a listener question about referees (39:15). Presented by: Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify ...
Apr 02, 2021•50 min•Ep. 40
What's the story here? Is it that Francis Ngannou, against all odds, beat the great Stipe Miocic to win the heavyweight belt? Or, is it that Jon Jones could be up next? Chael breaks it all down. Then, Chael recaps UFC 260 and also dives into an exciting bantamweight picture, Anderson Silva's announced boxing debut (27:50) and takeaways from the Ben Askren/Jake Paul press conference (34:05). *This episode was recorded before the announcement of Leon Edwards vs. Nathan Diaz. Presented by: Athletic...
Mar 31, 2021•47 min•Ep. 39
Tomorrow night, all eyes will fall on Stipe Miocic and Francis Ngannou. To celebrate, Chael delivers his official prediction for the heavyweight title rematch (33:12). But before that, he discusses Sean O'Malley's refusal to accept his loss to Marlon Vera and what's at stake for former champion Tyron Woodley tomorrow night (22:37). Plus, a fun Khabib story and Khamzat Chimaev says he's back (12:55). Presented by: American Giant & DraftKings Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael...
Mar 26, 2021•44 min•Ep. 38
