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  Medić SHOCKS D-Rod! Full UFC Belgrade Recap + Ray Longo & Gamrot vs Salkilld Picks 03.08.2026 1ч 15мин

  WHAT IS UP fight fans — it’s Monday, August 3rd, and we are LIVE with a monster edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, in partnership with @allthesmoke and @atsfight! We are fresh off one of the most insane UFC cards in promotional history and we have a stacked room today to break it all down. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are coming to you raw and uncut with instant reaction, betting insight, and the realest voices in the game. This isn't just talk — it's analysis fueled by Anik's cage-side perspective, Florian's elite-level breakdowns, and the legendary coaching wisdom of Ray Longo.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC 330 LOOKAHEAD: Ankalaev Dominates, Max Holloway Golf, Ray Longo & UFC Serbia Picks 27.07.2026 1ч 15мин

  BUCKLE UP, fight fans! The Anik & Florian Podcast is LIVE and absolutely stacked — we’re recapping the wild action from UFC Fight Night: Ankalaev vs. Guskov, then diving headfirst into a massive UFC 330 early lookahead. Lightweight king Islam Makhachev (-345) puts his belt on the line against the undefeated Ian Machado Garry (+275), and we’ve got early odds, bold predictions, and the kind of unfiltered breakdown you only get from Jon Anik and Kenny Florian. We also hit Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson, Max Holloway’s charity golf tournament, and all the MMA news you need. Plus, Jon’s brother Jason Anik stops by, the legendary Ray Longo delivers a “Would You Rather?” that will absolutely crack you up, and we lock in our bets on the Main-Event Challenge for Medic vs. Rodriguez. In partnership with @allthesmoke and @atsfight — this is the only fight show that feels like the best seats in the house.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Du Plessis DOMINATES Usman, Belal Muhammad Kicks Colby Covington, McMillan's Record | UFC OKC Recap 21.07.2026 1ч 7мин

  The Anik & Florian Podcast is BACK, but with a twist — Jon Anik is away, so his identical twin brother Jason Anik is taking over hosting duties alongside Kenny Florian. And what a weekend to do it: Dricus Du Plessis dominated Kamaru Usman over five rounds at UFC OKC, Tommy McMillan shattered Nate Diaz's 15-year significant strike record, and Belal Muhammad capped his emotional win over Ben Askren at RAF 11 by planting a front kick on Colby Covington at the post-fight press conference. The boys are breaking it ALL down. RJ Clifford stops by for Rated RJ with thoughts on Du Plessis' improved wrestling and Conor McGregor's "I believe I was saved" confession, Ray Longo joins for the Ray Longo Minute (with a surprise appearance from Jon live in Hawaii), and the guys preview UFC Fight Night Abu Dhabi: Ankalaev vs. Guskov, with Kenny putting his $1K where his mouth is.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC 329 Recap with King Green & Brandon Royval, Conor McGregor INJURY REACTIONS, Paddy Pimblett Star 13.07.2026 1ч 44мин

  The Anik & Florian Podcast is LIVE from the ATS Fight studios, and we are coming in HOT off the heels of the most chaotic UFC event of the year. Conor McGregor’s return lasted just 69 seconds before a knee injury gave Max Holloway the TKO win at UFC 329—and Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are breaking it ALL down right now. We’ve got a stacked house with Ray Longo in the building for the Ray Longo Minute, flyweight standout Brandon Royval, the always-entertaining King Green fresh off his UFC 329 win, and RJ Clifford stopping by. This is the only place to get the real post-fight breakdown, live bets, and the energy you expect from the best in the business. We are partnering with our guys over at @allthesmoke and @atsfight to bring you the definitive UFC 329 recap and a full preview of UFC Fight Night: Du Plessis vs. Usman. The boys are breaking down the wild McGregor injury, what it means for his future, and whether Holloway just cemented his legacy. Plus, we’re talking about the massive middleweight clash between Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman, and Kenny and Jon are putting their money where their mouths are with the $1K bet. Buckle up, because this one is going to get wild.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  The Biggest Star in MMA is Back: Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway | UFC 329 Preview 07.07.2026 1ч 50мин

  Conor McGregor is back. For the first time in five years, roughly 1,800 days since he snapped his leg at UFC 264, the biggest star in the history of the sport returns this weekend against Max Holloway at UFC 329. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian break down which version of Conor actually shows up in Las Vegas, and whether five years away is too much to overcome. It's a loaded fight-week roundtable on top of that. Brandon Royval on his flyweight matchup and why UFC Freedom 250 was the coolest thing he's ever seen, Ray Longo on being tapped to induct Chris Weidman into the Hall of Fame and whether he's ready to stop being the main guy in the corner, Gianni the Greek's eight UFC 329 predictions, and King Green on the personal backstory behind his main-card fight with a former friend in Terrence McKinney.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Conor McGregor vs Holloway 2 Is CLOSE — Ray Longo & Kenny Break Down His Real Chances 30.06.2026 1ч 14мин

  Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are back for Episode 601, breaking down a loaded UFC Baku weekend. Rafael Fiziev reminded everyone what he's capable of with a spinning-wheel-kick knockout of Manuel Torres, and the guys get into where that win puts him in the brand-new UFC Meta Rankings — the math-based system that's already shaking up divisions and leaving some fighters furious. RJ Clifford joins live from Azerbaijan, and Ray Longo brings the heat in the Ray Longo Minute, going off on the Nasrat Haqparast early stoppage and the state of UFC officiating — a raw, honest take on referees, fighter safety, and the careers hanging in the balance. Plus: a full breakdown of Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway 2 ahead of UFC 329, with Ray and Kenny weighing in on whether Conor's body can still answer the bell.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Anik & Florian Episode 600 LIVE: UFC 330 SHOCKER! Makhachev vs Garry & Kape's WILD KO RECAP 22.06.2026 1ч 15мин

  WHAT IS UP fight fans! It’s that time again for the only MMA podcast you need, and we are LIVE with a MONSTER episode of The Anik & Florian Podcast. Episode 600 is here, and we are celebrating in style alongside our powerhouse partners @allthesmoke and @atsfight. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are fresh off a WILD weekend of violence and they’re breaking down every single second of it. From Manel Kape’s SHOCKING revenge knockout of Kyoji Horiguchi to the INSANE twister submission that broke the internet, we’ve got the definitive recap of UFC Fight Night. But that’s just the appetizer—we’re also diving deep into the two blockbuster title fights JUST announced for UFC 330 in Philadelphia. Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry for the welterweight strap and Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson for the strawweight title. We are talking about the biggest storylines, the betting lines, and what it all means for the divisions. BUCKLE UP. We have an absolute murderer’s row of guests joining the show today. The legendary Ray Longo (@raylongomma) stops by for his always-unfiltered “Ray Longo Minute” to give us the coach’s perspective on the weekend’s finishes and the state of the game. Plus, RJ Clifford is in the building for “Rated RJ,” bringing the stories and hot takes you won’t hear anywhere else. And of course, we’re running it back with the Main-Event Challenge and “Place Your Bets” as we look ahead to UFC Fight Night: Fiziev vs. Torres. We’re breaking down Shara Magomedov vs. Michel Pereira and the absolute WAR that is Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel Torres. You need these picks before you place your bets. Let’s get it!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC Freedom 250 RECAP🇺🇸: Gaethje Upsets Topuria, Gane DESTROYS Pereira, O’Malley KO 😱 & Ray Longo 16.06.2026 1ч 39мин

  We’re LIVE with Ep. 599 and UFC Freedom 250 just gave us one of the most insane cards in history. Justin Gaethje weathered the undefeated Ilia Topuria’s early storm on the White House lawn, then flipped the script in a massive fourth-round TKO that forced Topuria’s corner to throw in the towel. Ciryl Gane flatlined Alex Pereira’s triple-champ dream with a jab and a torrent of ground-and-pound in Round 2. Suga Sean O’Malley snapped Aiemann Zahabi’s 7-fight streak with a walk-off left-right hook combo that sent the place into a frenzy. We break down all seven main-card finishes — including Josh Hokit’s mauling of Derrick Lewis, Mauricio Ruffy’s video game blitz on Michael Chandler, Bo Nickal’s striking statement, and Diego Lopes’ brawl with Steve Garcia. This card was 7-for-7 on finishes and we’re running it back with the energy it deserves. Ray Longo pulls up for the Ray Longo Minute to give his raw, uncut take on the title shift and what’s next. RJ Clifford hops in for Rated RJ with the stories you won’t hear anywhere else. Then Matty Bets run the Main Event Challenge, breaking down UFC Fight Night: Kape vs Horiguchi II — with Vinicius Oliveira vs Andre Fili, Navajo Stirling vs Ion Cutelaba, and the flyweight rematch we’ve been begging for. Matty drops his $1K bet live, so tail or fade at your own risk. This show is in partnership with @allthesmoke and @atsfight, and it’s the only Monday joint that gives you instant reaction, betting insight, and the realest voices in the game.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  LIVE UFC Freedom 250 Preview | Ray Longo, Gianni The Greek, & RJ Clifford Join Anik & Florian 08.06.2026 1ч 53мин

  WHAT IS UP fight fans! Welcome to a super-sized, live edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, and good god we have a show for you. This one has absolute chaos written all over it — from Colby Covington calling it a career and Sean Strickland protesting outside the White House, to Tom Aspinall’s new agent Eddie Hearn dropping contract bombs and Conor McGregor looking scarily sharp alongside Max Holloway. Oh, and we’re just 7 days out from the biggest card of the year: UFC Freedom 250, headlined by the undisputed lightweight title fight between Ilia Topuria and Justin Gaethje, plus an interim heavyweight championship that has real bad blood behind it. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE breaking down all the headlines, including Gabriel Bonfim’s statement win over Belal Muhammad and what that does to a jam-packed welterweight title picture. We’re joined by the legendary Ray Longo for his always-unfiltered Ray Longo Minute, RJ Clifford hops in to Rate the madness, and Gianni the Greek drops by for a full DraftKings Main Event Challenge where we run through the entire Freedom 250 card — from Diego Lopes vs. Steve Garcia to Bo Nickal’s toughest test yet and a banger that could steal the show in Sean O’Malley vs. Aiemann Zahabi. Grab a Throne Sport Coffee, pull up a seat, and let’s ride.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Song vs Figueiredo Recap, Ray Longo Minute & Belal vs Bonfim Picks 01.06.2026 1ч 31мин

  The Anik & Florian Podcast is live with a massive Monday episode, breaking down the bombshell retirement of Colby Covington and what his legacy really means for the welterweight division. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian react to everything that went down at UFC Fight Night: Song vs. Figueiredo, then look ahead to the loaded UFC Freedom 250 card just 13 days away. The energy is high, the takes are unfiltered, and you’re getting the first word on where the UFC landscape shifts next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Conor McGregor BACK! Rousey vs Carano REACTIONS with Jon Anik & Kenny Florian + Ray Longo 18.05.2026 1ч 45мин

  WHAT IS UP fight fans, it’s that time again for the only MMA podcast that blends insider access with Barstool-level energy. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are coming at you LIVE from the @AnikFlorianPod YouTube channel, and we are BUCKLE UP because Episode 596 is absolutely loaded. We are chopping it up with the legendary coach Ray Longo, ESPN’s own betting brain Ian Parker, plus a very special family affair as Jason Anik rolls through. The boys are breaking down Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, recapping Allen vs. Costa, and reacting to the news that Conor McGregor is BACK. LET’S GO. Ray Longo (@raylongomma) gives us his unfiltered takes in the Ray Longo Minute, Ian Parker (@ianparkermma) breaks down the numbers in Rated RJ, and Jason Anik (@jasonanik) joins the fellas for a can’t-miss conversation. This episode is presented in partnership with @allthesmoke and @atsfight, so you know the vibes are immaculate. We’ve got live reads from Throne Sport Coffee and GLD, plus a DraftKings spot to help you get your bets right. Do not sleep on this.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC 328 Recap LIVE with Ray Longo & Grant Dawson + Ronda Rousey vs Gina Carano 11.05.2026 1ч 52мин

  WHAT IS UP fight fans — it’s Monday, May 11th, and we are LIVE with a monster edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, in partnership with @allthesmoke and @atsfight. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are here to unpack all the chaos from UFC 328: Chimaev vs. Strickland, break down the historic MVP 1 card headlined by Ronda Rousey’s return against Gina Carano — and Kenny is on the commentary call for that one! We’re also joined by UFC lightweight standout Grant Dawson, plus the legendary Ray Longo drops in for his Ray Longo Minute. Buckle up, because this episode is pure fight-week electricity. We’ll lock in our Main-Event Challenge picks for UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Costa, put a stack on the line with our friends at DraftKings, and get you ready to place your bets with Gianni the Greek. RJ Clifford brings the heat with Rated RJ, we run through all the headlines, and there’s never a dull moment with live reads, cold takes, and the kind of real talk you only get from Anik & Florian. Whether you’re a die-hard or just fired up for Rousey’s comeback, this is the show that blends elite analysis with barstool energy — so smash that like button, subscribe to the @AnikFlorianPod YouTube channel, and let’s ride.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC 328 Preview LIVE: Chimaev vs Strickland, Ray Longo & Place Your Bets 04.05.2026 1ч 42мин

  Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE for Ep. 594 as UFC 328 fight week officially gets real. We’re reacting to UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates, hitting the biggest MMA headlines, and looking ahead to Khamzat Chimaev vs Sean Strickland. Ray Longo joins for the Ray Longo Minute, Jason Anik jumps in, and Gianni the Greek closes with Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets for UFC 328. Buckle up, fight fans. This card has violence, value, and some WILD questions. 🥊See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  JDM vs Prates PREVIEW + Ray Longo after Sterling DOMINATES Zalal 27.04.2026 1ч 13мин

  WHAT IS UP loyal Anik & Florian family — we are LIVE and this one is absolutely STACKED. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are back in the saddle to break down everything you need to know ahead of UFC Fight Night: Della Maddalena vs Prates, going down this Saturday in Perth, Australia. Oh, and we've got the legendary Ray Longo in the building to unleash his unfiltered takes on the welterweight banger that has the entire MMA world buzzing. BUCKLE UP. The Funkmaster Aljamain Sterling put on a grappling clinic against Youssef Zalal at UFC Vegas 116, sweeping all three scorecards 49-45 and immediately calling his shot at Alexander Volkanovski's featherweight throne. We're unpacking every angle of that main event, what it means for the 145-pound title picture, and whether Sterling's smothering style can translate into two-division gold. Plus: Battlebots chatter, because Ken-Flo simply cannot help himself. Then the Main Event Challenge goes deep on Jack Della Maddalena returning home to Perth for the first time since dropping the strap to Islam Makhachev. Standing across from him? Carlos "The Nightmare" Prates, who flatlined Geoff Neal AND Leon Edwards in back-to-back highlight-reel finishes. This is a genuine Fight of the Year contender with massive title implications. We're also breaking down Beneil Dariush vs Quillan Salkilld — a lightweight matchup where those betting odds will raise your eyebrows.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Alexander Hernandez LIVE on UFC Burns-Malott RECAP & Sterling-Zalal PREVIEW 20.04.2026 1ч 48мин

  The Anik & Florian Podcast is LIVE, and you guys, we’ve got a goddamn STACKED episode coming your way. Kenny Florian and I are breaking down a wild UFC Fight Night that saw Gilbert Burns fall to Mike Malott in a SHOCKING upset, and we’re not holding back on the fallout. Plus, we’ve got the legendary coach Ray Longo on the Ray Longo Minute giving his unfiltered take on everything, RJ Clifford joins for Rated RJ, and UFC lightweight contender Alexander Hernandez (@TheGreat155) stops by to discuss his future in the division. BUCKLE UP. We’re also diving into the Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano presser, giving you our betting breakdown for UFC Fight Night: Sterling vs. Zalal with Matty Bets of Home of Fight, and sharing our NBA Playoffs thoughts during the DraftKings live read. You don’t want to miss a second of this action.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  "You BLEW the Fight!" Ray Longo BLASTS Jiri, Ulberg's Heroics + Hokit's Rise 14.04.2026 1ч 52мин

  We’ve got the legendary Cub Swanson kicking things off, and we’re diving DEEP into the wild main event between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg. PLUS, we’ve got the one and only Ray Longo joining us for the "Ray Longo Minute," and he’s always a must-listen. Then, fresh off his win at UFC 327, Kevin Holland (@trailblaze2top) comes through to talk about his future in the welterweight division. To close it out, Dan Tom joins us for the "Main-Event Challenge" to break down the massive UFC Fight Night card and find you some serious betting value. IN THIS EPISODE: 00:00:00 - Welcome to the LIVE Show! & ATS Fight Announcements 00:05:00 - Cub Swanson Interview: The veteran joins the show 00:20:00 - UFC 327 REACTION: Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg breakdown 00:24:00 - HUGE NEWS: Gable Steveson officially signs with the UFC 00:29:00 - Throne Sport Coffee Ad (Jon Anik Live Read) 00:30:00 - Ray Longo Minute: The legendary coach joins the show 01:00:00 - Kevin Holland Interview: UFC welterweight star joins us LIVE 01:19:00 - DraftKings Ad: NBA Playoffs edition (Jon Anik Live Read) 01:20:00 - Main-Event Challenge: Dan Tom breaks down UFC Fight Night & best betsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC 327 Preview with Ray Longo, RJ Clifford, and Gianni The Greek | Anik & Florian 08.04.2026 1ч 40мин

  Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE for Episode 590 with reactions to UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan, fresh headlines from around MMA, and a loaded look ahead to UFC 327. Then the boys bring in @RJcliffordMMA for Rated-R, tap in with @raylongomma for Ray Longo Minute, and close with Gianni the Greek for a full betting breakdown. 🔥 This episode is built for fight fans who want smart analysis, strong opinions, and actionable UFC 327 talk before the weekend. From Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg to Aaron Pico vs. Patricio Pitbull, Tatiana Suarez, Kevin Holland, Paulo Costa and more, it’s all here. (00:00:00) Intro and opening comments (00:05:00) UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan recap (00:15:00) Rated-R with @RJcliffordMMA (00:27:00) More headlines and bridge to Ray Longo (00:30:00) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongomma (01:00:00) UFC 327 Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets with Gianni the Greek (01:35:00) Final thoughts and wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC Seattle RECAP: Pyfer vs Adesanya Reaction, Mike Perry Joins LIVE 30.03.2026 1ч 37мин

  The Anik & Florian Podcast is LIVE for Episode 589 with Jon Anik and Kenny Florian reacting to a wild UFC Fight Night in Seattle, headlined by Joe Pyfer vs. Israel Adesanya. The guys break down Pyfer’s statement win, what could be next for Adesanya, Alexa Grasso’s huge finish over Maycee Barber, Michael Chiesa’s retirement win, and all the chaos from a loaded card. Then the show welcomes Platinum Mike Perry, followed by the one and only Ray Longo for Ray Longo Minute. Plus, more MMA headlines including Demetrious Johnson’s UFC Hall of Fame news, the bizarre scorecard flub, Colby Covington vs. Dillon Danis fallout, and Arman Tsarukyan’s backup claim for Gaethje vs. Topuria. To close it out, Jason Anik joins for Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets ahead of UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan. Tap in live, drop your picks in the chat, and make sure to subscribe to @AnikFlorianPod, @allthesmoke, and @atsfight for more MMA coverage every week. 🥊🔥 ON THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) Opening comments, ATS Fight x Anik & Florian channels, guest preview (00:05:00) UFC Seattle recap: Adesanya vs. Pyfer, Grasso, Chiesa, McKinney, Abdul-Malik, Lance Gibson Jr. (00:30:00) Mike Perry joins the show @platinummikeperry (00:40:00) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongomma (00:45:00) Throne SPORT Coffee live read (00:46:00) Would You Rather? (01:15:00) DraftKings live read (01:16:00) Jason Anik joins for Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets @bostonanik (01:16:00) UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan betting preview (01:30:00) Final thoughts and wrapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  UFC London Recap with Ray Longo, UFC Seattle Preview with RJ Clifford, REPACKZ & Jon Jones Comments 23.03.2026 1ч 32мин

  WHAT IS UP loyal Anik & Florian family! 🥊 We are LIVE at 12pm ET on Monday, March 23rd, and goddamn if we aren't kicking off fight week with a loaded show. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are fresh off a wild weekend at UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs Murphy, and we’ve got Arman Tsarukyan throwing his name in the lightweight title hat. But the real fireworks start now—Dana White went OFF on the Jon Jones White House card rumors, and we’ve got the full audio and Jones’ tweets up on screen. You need to hear this one. Plus, Niko Price steps in on short notice to face Michael Chiesa in Seattle this weekend just weeks after getting brutally KO’d. BUCKLE UP. WHAT IS UP loyal Anik & Florian family! 🥊 We are LIVE at 12pm ET on Monday, March 23rd, and goddamn if we aren't kicking off fight week with a loaded show. Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are fresh off a wild weekend at UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs Murphy, and we’ve got Arman Tsarukyan throwing his name in the lightweight title hat. But the real fireworks start now—Dana White went OFF on the Jon Jones White House card rumors, and we’ve got the full audio and Jones’ tweets up on screen. You need to hear this one. Plus, Niko Price steps in on short notice to face Michael Chiesa in Seattle this weekend just weeks after getting brutally KO’d. BUCKLE UP. IN THIS EPISODE (00:00:00) – OPENING COMMENTS: ATS Fight & Anik & Florian YouTube Channels (00:05:00) – HEADLINES: Evloev vs Murphy Recap, Arman Tsarukyan Calls for Title Shot (00:10:00) – JON JONES & DANA WHITE: White House Card Drama, Dana’s Full Presser Audio (00:12:00) – NIKO PRICE STEPS IN: Chiesa vs Price in Seattle After Brutal KO (00:15:00) – GUEST INTERVIEW: MMA Analyst RJ Clifford (00:29:00) – THRONE SPORT COFFEE LIVE READ (00:30:00) – RAY LONGO MINUTE: "Would You Rather?" ( 01:00:00) – DRAFTKINGS MARCH MADNESS LIVE READ (01:01:00) – MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE: UFC Fight Night Adesanya vs Pyfer Full Card Breakdown (01:05:00) – PLACE YOUR BETS: $1K Allocation for Adesanya vs Pyfer Card (01:25:00) – REPACKZ: Anik & Florian Open 2 Repackz Each (01:30:00) – OUTRO: Jon and Kenny’s Final ThoughtsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
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  Ronda Rousey GOES OFF?! Evloev vs Murphy Picks and Guests Ken Rideout & Brandon McCaghren 16.03.2026 1ч 40мин

  🔥 LIVE FROM THE DRAFTKINGS STUDIO! 🔥 WHAT IS UP, fight fans? It’s that time again. The Voice of the Octagon, Jon Anik, and the sharpest analyst in the game, Kenny Florian, are BACK for Episode 587, and goddamn if this isn't the exact podcast you need to kick off your week. We are coming at you LIVE on this Monday afternoon, fresh off a chaotic weekend of violence at the APEX and looking ahead to another massive Fight Night card. BUCKLE UP. First off, we have to talk about Saturday. UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos delivered in a HUGE way. We are breaking down Kevin Vallejos' STUNNING first-round demolition of Josh Emmett—is this guy the real deal at 145 or what? Plus, Gillian Robertson's dominant grappling performance over Amanda Lemos has her screaming for a title shot, and we saw some absolutely sick finishes from Bia Mesquita and Marwan Rahiki . But the news doesn't stop there. Ronda Rousey is back in the headlines with some SHOCKING comments about the UFC and her new deal with MVP, taking some serious shots at the promotion . Jon and Kenny are diving into the fallout and what it means for the landscape of MMA. Then, we've got an absolute ALL-TIME guest lineup. First up, author and marathoner Ken Rideout joins us to talk about his incredible new book, 'Everything You Want is on the Other Side of Hard'—a must-read for anyone chasing greatness . And you KNOW the energy spikes when the legend himself, @raylongoMMA, sits down for the Ray Longo Minute. We are talking MMA, life, and everything in between. Later, Brandon McCaghren, the mastermind behind the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF), stops by to talk about the future of jiu-jitsu and the insane growth of his league . Finally, it's time to get that bag. We're breaking down the ENTIRE UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy card with the Main Event Challenge. Undefeated Movsar Evloev puts his 19-0 record on the line against the dangerous Lerone Murphy in a featherweight banger . We have picks for MVP, Dolidze, and the rest of the slate. PLUS, we’re updating our results from Saturday and dropping a fresh $1K Repackz challenge. LET'S GO! IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) – OPEN: LIVE from DraftKings, ATS Fight Partnership (00:05:00) – GUEST: Ken Rideout (@KenRideout_) – 'The Other Side of Hard', Addiction & Endurance (00:20:00) – HEADLINES: Ronda Rousey's MVP Comments, Emmett vs. Vallejos RECAP (00:29:00) – THRONE SPORT COFFEE LIVE READ (00:30:00) – RAY LONGO MINUTE: @raylongoMMA on UFC Vegas, MVP, and Life (01:00:00) – GUEST: Brandon McCaghren (@brandonmccaghren) – PGF, Future of Grappling (01:15:00) – DRAFTKINGS LIVE READ: March Madness Edition (01:17:00) – MAIN EVENT CHALLENGE: UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy FULL CARD BREAKDOWN & PICKS (01:50:00) – OUTRO/WRAP: Final Thoughts, Repackz ResultsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.