UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra

We have a jam-packed show ahead of UFC Fight Night: Lee vs Oliveira!First, UFC Hall of Famer and former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion Forrest Griffin joins Matt and Jim to reveal what it's like to grapple with Shaquille O’Neal, share who he thinks should be next for Jon Jones, and settles the debate on who has a better post-retirement bod: Forrest or Matt (Yes, thishappened and you don’t want to miss the hijinks)!Then, UFC Welterweight Demian Maia geeks out with Matt on BJJ in the UFC, shares why he hopes opponent Gilbert Burns will go for a takedown, recaps his submission win against Ben Askren and furthers the conversation by getting in a grappler vs wrestler dialogue with Matt.The always entertaining UFC Light Heavyweight Johnny Walker closes the show by revealing what prompted the move to Tristar Gym with Firas Zahabi, shows off his new hair, and shares how many fights he feels he needs to be ready for a title fight. He also talks about the “new generation” of UFC athletes, and if Jon Jones will be able to keep up with them.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Maalis 20201h 3min

Matt and Jim break down all the action from UFC 248!First, they offer their take on the craziness from Zhang Weili vs Joanna Jedrzejczyk's title fight, and the lack of craziness in the Israel Adesanya vs Yoel Romero title fight.Then, UFC reporter Megan Olivi calls in. She is joined by her husband, UFC Flyweight Joseph Benavidez, and another very special guest!Megan talks to the guys all about what UFC 248 fighters and fans were like before and after the biggest moments from the card, she shares what Israel Adesanya told her immediately after the fight (it may shock you), and "Joe-Jitsu" shares the key to making the best coffee ever.Then, UFC Middleweight Gerald Meerschaert joins the show to discuss how he pulled off his guillotine choke finish against Deron Winn on Saturday and makes a callout for his next fight. He also tells a great story about the ridiculous advice he received from the crowd while he was in the octagon fighting Deron Winn. The advice and the person delivering the advice is priceless!Finally, Matt and Jim close the show by rewatching and analyzing the razor-close finishing round between Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczyk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10 Maalis 20201h 2min

Jim is off filming a secret project, so Matt called up UFC Welterweight Randy Brown to hang in-studio!Fellow UFC Welterweight Neil Magny is first to join the pod. He shares the culture shift he had with his coaches after his last loss and describes how his ill-timed suspension was actually a blessing in disguise.Then, UFC Strawweight Joanna Jedrzejczyk calls in to share her thoughts on the recent smack Weili Zhang has been talking ahead of their title fight this Saturday at UFC 248, and reveals why she believes this will be the best fight in Strawweight history.Finally, Matt reveals he knows the secret Jim has been hiding for a whole month!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

5 Maalis 20201h 3min

Matt and Jim begin the show talking to ESPN MMA Reporter Brett Okamoto about which UFC fighters have called Brett attractive, his recent interview with Zhang Weili on her fleeing the Coronavirus in China, Ion Cutelaba's really good rope-a-dope, and more.Then, UFC Lightweight Beneil Dariush calls in ahead of his fight at UFC 248 on Saturday to share which fight he felt his opponent's arm pop a few times and to answer once and for all which version of The Office is better: British or American.Blue Chew: Get your first shipment free at BlueChew.com, promo code UFC. Just pay $5 shipping!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

3 Maalis 202055min

The Funkmaster himself, UFC Bantamweight Aljamain Sterling is in-studio for today's episode! He pulls no punches talking about his fellow Bantamweights and the recently announced title fight between Henry Cejudo and Jose Aldo, and name drops who will likely be his next opponent.Felicia Spencer calls in first to discuss teaching Algebra with a black eye and her upcoming bout on Saturday against Zarah Fairn dos Santos.Former UFC Strawweight champ Rose Namajunas closes out today's show revealing how she's improved her mental health, chats about her upcoming rematch against Jessica Andrade at UFC 249 in April and tags in Pat Barry for some television talk with Jim, Matt and Aljamain.ZipRecruiter: Try it for free at ZipRecruiter.com/UNFILTERED.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

27 Helmi 20201h 2min

Since Matt is out busy being a husband and a father, friend of the show Jamie English joins Jim in-studio for today's show!First, MMA Junkie Lead Staff Reporter John Morgan calls in to talk Felder vs. Hooker, Aldo vs Cejudo, a potential matchup between Usman and Masvidal, how to fix the UFC's recent issues with judging (if it needs fixing), and all the latest UFC news.After Matt pops in to offer his thoughts on this past weekend's card in Auckland, UFC Featherweight Megan Anderson calls in to discuss her upcoming fight in Norfolk this Saturday, and then really opens up about her past, present and future. Including a breakdown of her ink, being classically trained with two instruments, and helping others by talking about her history of mental health.ZipRecruiter: Try it for free at ZipRecruiter.com/UNFILTERED.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

25 Helmi 20201h 6min

Serra-Longo Bantamweight Merab Dvalishvili joins the guys in-studio! Fresh off his dominant win against Casey Kenney on Saturday at UFC Fight Night Rio Rancho, he calls someone out and shares what it's been like moving from Georgia (the country) to Long Island, of all places.UFC Welterweight and certified badass Niko Price also calls in to share his thoughts on Diego Sanchez's 'unique' new coach and which of his fights is his favorite.Raycon: Get 15% off your order at BuyRaycon.com/Unfiltered.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Helmi 202050min

The one and only Renzo Gracie is our in-studio guest for today's show, and that means stories are shared! Including how he saved Matt Serra’s life, biting sharks and what exactly “doing the Renzo” means.UFC Light Heavyweight Jan Blachowicz calls in to discuss his devastating KO of Corey Anderson, and how soon he wants to fight Jon Jones for the championship.Finally, UFC Welterweight James Krause discusses his fight against Trevin Giles at UFC 247, he drops some inside information about how the fight was made in under 24 hours and lets us know how close one of the judges is to his opponent. You will not believe the answer!BlueChew: Get your first shipment free at BlueChew.com, promo code UFC. Just pay $5 shipping!Raycon: Get 15% off your order at BuyRaycon.com/Unfiltered.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18 Helmi 20201h 15min