On today's episode, Chael recaps his weekend at Eagle FC and Alex Pereira's UFC win and interesting callout afterward. Then, Chael talks about what'll be on the line for Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson in May (14:26), Alexander Volkanovski's callout of Conor McGregor, and Henry Cejudo's Twitter beef with McGregor. Lastly, Chael discusses a video of Paddy Pimblett that circulated online yesterday (39:00). Presented by: DraftKings If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, crisis counse...
Mar 16, 2022•49 min•Ep. 139
Live from Miami, Chael is joined by UFC legends Khabib Nurmagomedov, Henry Cejudo, and Kamaru Usman to quickly break down tonight's Eagle FC card, which features an exciting main event between Diego Sanchez and Kevin Lee. Plus, Usman gives some updates on when we can expect to see him return to the UFC Octagon. Presented by: Coinbase 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:...
Mar 11, 2022•20 min•Ep. 138
Chael begins today's show by discussing the criticism Jorge Masvidal has received for his game plan against Colby Covington. Then, Chael wonders who Covington should face next -- because if he's not in the welterweight title picture, then where should he look? Plus, a fun heavyweight callout (34:28), the future of Rafael dos Anjos (24:20), and an epic rant about the legitimacy of slap fighting (42:14). Presented by: Super Speciosa Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a gre...
Mar 11, 2022•50 min•Ep. 137
A few days removed from UFC 272, Chael offers his analysis of Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal. Then, Chael wonders who each guy will fight next and whether any brave soul will call out Covington (10:52). After that, Chael discusses Islam Makhachev's recent social media posts regarding the Rafael dos Anjos fight that didn't happen (31:10), as well as whether Khabib Nurmagomedov's coaching career could possibly top his 29-0 fighting career when it's all said and done (43:02). Presented by: Supe...
Mar 09, 2022•52 min•Ep. 136
Just one day before UFC 272, Chael gives you his official predictions for Colby Covington v. Jorge Masvidal (41:17), as well as Kevin Holland vs. Cowboy Oliveira. Plus, an interview with the founders of the Marshall Rogan Inu crypto coin and Chael also talks about the recently announced fight between Gilbert Burns and Khamzat Chimaev (17:23). Presented by: DraftKings Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my c...
Mar 04, 2022•55 min•Ep. 135
After watching Islam Makhachev make quick work of Bobby Green in the first round this past weekend, Chael wonders what the future holds in store for the lightweight phenom. Then, Chael turns his attention to the stars of UFC 272 -- Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal -- to discuss Covington's comments about moving up to middleweight (24:46), why this is the PERFECT fight (33:02), and what Vegas believes the outcome of the fight will be. Presented by: DraftKings Special thanks: Magic Mind Our Spon...
Mar 02, 2022•57 min•Ep. 134
On today's episode, Chael discusses the unlikely partnership between Khamzat Chimaev and Darren Till that's taken social media by storm. Then, Chael praises Bobby Green for his willingness to fight Islam Makhachev, and says that other fighters should follow his lead. Plus, an official prediction for tomorrow night's main event (36:57) and Chael tells a story related to Jorge Masvidal (30:50). Presented by: Super Speciosa and Birddogs Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a ...
Feb 25, 2022•52 min•Ep. 133
Chael begins today's episode by recapping an exciting weekend of MMA that featured a crazy knockout from Jamahal Hill and the BKFC debuts of former UFC fighters Chad Mendes and Mike Perry. Then, Chael discusses Jorge Masvidal's callout of Nate Diaz (20:20), if Bobby Green has what it takes to slow the hype around Islam Makhachev, and how Beneil Dariush can stay relevant in the lightweight title picture after pulling out of Saturday's main event (43:25). Presented by: Super Speciosa & Birddog...
Feb 23, 2022•57 min•Ep. 132
Beneil Dariush is out of his fight against Islam Makhachev, paving the way for fan favorite Bobby Green to step in on short notice next weekend. Chael discusses. Then, Chael talks about just how bad the blood between Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington actually is (22:22), if Conor McGregor really could get a lightweight title shot when he returns (31:03), criticism of Michael Bisping's UFC 271 commentary, and a complex middleweight picture. Presented by: Magic Mind Our Sponsors: * Check out Shop...
Feb 18, 2022•48 min•Ep. 131
After an action-packed UFC 271, Chael talks about Israel Adesanya's win over Robert Whittaker, explaining why he thinks the fight was a lot closer than most of you believe. Then, Chael discusses Jared Cannonier's win and if he's next for Izzy (9:10), Tai Tuivasa's unique place in the heavyweight division (24:51) and Dustin Poirier's underrated superstardom. 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 ...
Feb 16, 2022•45 min•Ep. 130
Just one day before UFC 271, Chael gives you his official predictions for tomorrow night's main event between Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker, as well as Derrick Levis and Tai Tuivasa. Plus, Chael tells an amazing story about the first time he met Jorge Masvidal. Presented by: Super Speciosa and Birddogs 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 Adverti...
Feb 11, 2022•46 min•Ep. 129
Chael begins today's episode by recapping Sean Strickland's weekend win over Jack Hermansson. Then, Chael explains why Israel Adesanya is facing a different Robert Whittaker at UFC 271 on Saturday (9:46) and also why he's so excited for Derrick Lewis and Tai Tuivasa to go at it in Houston. And of course, more on Jon Jones and the heavyweight division (37:33). Presented by: DraftKings Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Sho...
Feb 09, 2022•49 min•Ep. 128
Chael begins today's episode by defending Joe Rogan in his latest battle with Spotify and the internet mob. Then, Chael talks about Kamaru Usman's comments about fighting at light heavyweight (26:14), Jorge Masvidal's promotional skills and if Israel Adesanya can make a case for the middleweight GOAT (34:45) Plus, an official prediction for tomorrow's main event between Jack Hermansson and Sean Strickland (42:41). Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://...
Feb 04, 2022•51 min•Ep. 127
Chael begins today's episode by recapping his experience at last Friday's Eagle FC event, revealing the details of his conversations with Kamaru Usman, Khabib Nurmagomedov and Henry Cejudo along the way. Then, Chael wonders if the heavyweight super fight between Francis Ngannou and Jon Jones will ever happen (13:55). Plus, Chael discusses what's on the line this weekend between Sean Strickland and Jack Hermansson (32:30), whether Said Nurmagomedov makes sense next for Sean O'Malley, and if Jake ...
Feb 02, 2022•51 min•Ep. 126
On today's episode, Chael begins by continuing the discussion around Francis Ngannou's next steps in his fight against the UFC. Then, Chael talks about Henry Cejudo's coaching and how it helped Deiveson Figueiredo reclaim the flyweight title, if TJ Dillashaw and Jose Aldo will ever fight, and the path Colby Covington is attempting to take so he can get another crack at the welterweight belt. Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check...
Jan 28, 2022•45 min•Ep. 125
In a YouTube live stream that originally aired on Saturday night, Chael tells you why he felt very underwhelmed after watching UFC 270, and why the four fighters at the top of the card are to blame. Then, Chael discusses Francis Ngannou's frayed relationship with the UFC and when we might see him next (21:08), an interesting take on the best heavyweight on the planet right now (33:20) and the state of the flyweight division following the trilogy fight between Deiveson Figueiredo and Brandon More...
Jan 26, 2022•57 min•Ep. 124
With UFC 270 just one day away, Chael gives you his official predictions for the heavyweight unification bout between Francis Ngannou and interim champion Ciryl Gane (34:48). Plus, Chael breaks down the flyweight trilogy fight between Brandon Moreno and Deiveson Figueiredo (23:06) after discussing Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal, Nate Diaz's desire to fight Dustin Poirier (7:16), and Jon Jones. Presented by: Eight Sleep Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal:...
Jan 21, 2022•49 min•Ep. 123
Chael shines the spotlight on 145 lbs. by discussing Calvin Kattar's bounce-back victory over Giga Chikadze and Henry Cejudo's desire to fight in the division. Plus, Chael discusses this week's news about Paddy Pimblett, Amanda Nunes' decision to leave American Top Team (29:13) and the bewildering main event that's going down on Saturday between Francis Ngannou and Ciryl Gane (38:32). Presented by: DraftKings Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.s...
Jan 19, 2022•52 min•Ep. 122
Chael begins today's episode by discussing Miesha Tate's decision to move down to flyweight to fight Lauren Murphy. Then, Chael talks about Jake Paul setting his sights on a different opponent, Derrick Lewis' desire to fight Stipe Miocic (29:50), and tomorrow's featherweight showdown between Calvin Kattar and Giga Chikadze (38:10). 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://...
Jan 14, 2022•51 min•Ep. 121
Chael begins today's episode by explaining why he isn't itching to see a fight between former training partners Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal.* Then, Chael discusses Gilbert Burns' willingness to fight Khamzat Chimaev (10:14), why Derrick Lewis has agreed to fight Tai Tuivasa, why Chael finds Charles Oliveira extremely likable now (40:25) and more. *This episode was recorded before the official announcement of Covington vs. Masvidal. Presented by: DraftKings Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopif...
Jan 12, 2022•48 min•Ep. 120
Chael begins the show by again discussing the rumored fight between Dustin Poirier and Nate Diaz, and why it looks like it's not going to happen next month. Then, Chael dives into the newly-booked featherweight title fight in March between Alexander Volkanovski and Max Holloway and what the division will look like after that fight (7:35). And of course, more on Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane (19:42) and might Ngannou and Tyson Fury find themselves across from each other in the ring soon? Chael b...
Jan 07, 2022•51 min•Ep. 119
Chael begins today's episode by defending Dana White against online criticism he's received from Jake Paul. Then, Chael discusses rumors of a Dustin Poirier-Nate Diaz fight (11:14), an interesting question about Jon Jones and the heavyweight division (29:31), why every middleweight not named Israel Adesanya or Robert Whittaker is making a mistake right now, and more. Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify.com * Check out Shopify and use my c...
Jan 05, 2022•53 min•Ep. 118
Chael begins the final episode of 2021 by discussing Francis Ngannou's feud with the UFC and the heavyweight champion's failure to draw interest around next month's heavyweight title defense against Ciryl Gane. Then, Chael talks about a bantamweight matchup that must happen (16:25) and Suga' Sean O'Malley's comments about fighting five rounds before telling a story about one very tough guy (36:55). Presented by: Trade Coffee Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great dea...
Dec 31, 2021•49 min•Ep. 117
Chael begins today's episode by discussing Colby Covington's unusual place in the welterweight division and what 2022 could possibly hold in store for one of the top fighters in the world. Then, Chael tells you why Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane is one of the greatest matchups ever (25:05) and how Khamzat Chimaev should approach 2022. Plus, Chael gives his pick for Fight of the Year (37:22). Presented by: Black Buffalo Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: htt...
Dec 29, 2021•46 min•Ep. 116
After taking Wednesday off, Chael returns to give you guys the latest on the UFC's heavyweight division. Then, he discusses Jake Paul's win over Tyron Woodley and who Paul should fight in 2022 (15:18). Plus, he talks about Justin Gaethje's improvements inside and outside of the cage (31:30) before naming some of the biggest fights in history that never got made. Presented by: EightSleep, Trade Coffee, Athletic Greens Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https...
Dec 24, 2021•53 min•Ep. 115
From Las Vegas, Chael gives you more thoughts on Julianna Pena'a upset of Amanda Nunes and Daniel Cormier's recent comments about how the fight ended. Then, he talks about rumors around a Dustin Poirier-Nate Diaz fight next month (15:14) before getting into this weekend's Jake Paul-Tyron Woodley rematch (23:55) and a UFC heavyweight showcase between fan favorite Derrick Lewis and newcomer Chris Daukaus. Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great deal: https://www.shopify...
Dec 17, 2021•48 min•Ep. 114
After a CRAZY UFC 269 in Las Vegas, Chael tells you guys how Julianna Pena was able to pull off the unthinkable against Amanda Nunes. Then, Chael discusses the significance of Charles Oliveira's title defense (10:13), how to view Sean O'Malley after another knockout win (16:28), and different career arcs for former champions Dominick Cruz and Cody Garbrandt. 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...
Dec 15, 2021•33 min•Ep. 113
Before previewing UFC 269, Chael makes an announcement (2:46) and also discusses Neil Magny's desire to fight Khamzat Chimaev. Then, Chael talks about the futures of Sean O'Malley and Cody Garbrandt, if Julianna Pena can pull off a historic upset of Amanda Nunes (36:56) and what to expect in the lightweight title showdown between Charles Oliveira and Dustin Poirier (44:10). Presented by: Athletic Greens, SimpliSafe, EightSleep Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a great d...
Dec 10, 2021•55 min•Ep. 112
Another impressive win has Chael giddy about Jose Aldo and his rebirth at 135 lbs. After that, Chael discusses Khamzat Chimaev's continued Twitter callouts, why Jake Paul is making a big mistake in letting Tyron Woodley fill in for Tommy Fury on Dec. 18 (25:05), the return of Suga' Sean O'Malley at UFC 269 (37:13) and what Justin Gaethje must do on Saturday night to ensure he gets the next lightweight title shot. Presented by: DraftKings Additional support: Black Buffalo Our Sponsors: * Check ou...
Dec 08, 2021•56 min•Ep. 111
On today's episode, Chael discusses leaked footage of Colby Covington's embrace with Kamaru Usman following their UFC 268 title rematch, and what it really means for Covington's gimmick. Then, Chael talks about how the relationship between teammates Dan Hooker and Alexander Volkanovski might change with Hooker now fighting at 145 lbs. Plus...more Jon Jones stuff and an official prediction for Saturday night's bantamweight main event between Rob Font and Jose Aldo (29:30). Presented by: Hello Fre...
Dec 03, 2021•47 min•Ep. 110
