Alexander Volkanovski, Darren Till, Michel Pereira, Rey Mysterio in studio, Prime Card recap

Ricky Turcios (05:44) discusses becoming TUF champion, the challenges of living in the house, what he learned and much more. Al Iaquinta (33:27) discusses his possible next fight with Bobby Green at UFC 268, how he found out about the fight, his trip to Georgia with Merab Dvalishvili and more. Eric Nicksick (1:05:55) discusses the recent death of Kyle Reyes, how he got started at Xtreme Couture, his first UFC fight, Francis Ngannou vs. UFC, Ngannou vs. Jon Jones, Miesha Tate, Kevin Lee, and more. Aljamain Sterling (1:36:22) clears the air with his beef with Ariel Helwani, what went wrong in the first fight against Petr Yan, what his current health is after his surgery, and more. Marlon Vera (2:10:08) discusses facing Frankie Edgar at Madison Square Garden, his thoughts on Sean O’Malley passing up the fight, his road to big UFC fights, and more. Ariel Helwani (2:31:35) answers questions about UFC 199 (again), the current crop of UFC commentators, including Joe Rogan, the Diaz brothers, and much more. Laura Sanko (2:58:36) discusses her historic opportunity to call UFC fights, when she found out she was going to call fights, how she pulled off all three gigs at DWCS, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

1 Sep 20213h 34min

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show with his experience at the Paul vs. Woodley event, his thoughts on the main event, what could be next for Jake Paul and Tyron Woodley, and more. Mike Perry (28:56) breaks down the Tyron Woodley vs. Jake Paul clash, his time as a sparring partner against Jake Paul, what he wants to do next, how he has changed, and more. Teddy Atlas (1:00:43) breaks down what went wrong for Tyron Woodley and how Jake Paul has evolved after their showdown Sunday night in Cleveland. Paddy Pimblett (1:34:54) discusses finally making his UFC debut this weekend at UFC Vegas 36, his issues with Instagram and his visa, and much more. Jeremy Piven (2:00:17) discusses how he became a combat sports fan, how close his ‘Entourage’ character Ari Gold was to UFC owner Ari Emanuel, and much more. Vitor Belfort (2:32:41) talks about this upcoming clash against Oscar De La Hoya, why he doesn’t like the Paul brothers, what happened with ONE Championship, and more. Tyron Woodley (3:02:16) breaks down his fight against Jake Paul on Sunday night, what he could have done differently and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

30 Aug 20213h 41min

Brendan Loughnane (06:42) discusses his challenging road to the PFL, his upcoming fight Friday night, and more. Kevin Holland (32:20) talks about his recent travels to secure wrestling experience, his life as a pro fighter, what’s next, and much more. A.J. McKee (1:00:00) talks about how close he came to free agency, his future plans and what division, and his father, Antonio, jumps in to talk about payment and much more. Miesha Tate (1:37:50) discusses her recent salary comments, how she has changed as a fighter with two children, what’s next, and much more. Cris Cyborg (2:04:45) discusses why she hopes to fight Kayla Harrison down the road, Anderson Silva vs. Tito Ortiz, and what’s next for her, and much more. Ariel Helwani (2:23:18) discusses the biggest regret of his career, boxing vs. MMA media, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

25 Aug 20213h 4min

Jared Cannonier (06:57) discusses his big win over Kelvin Gastelum at UFC Vegas 34, his “broke” comments after the fight, what’s next, and more.Gable Steveson Was ‘Scared’ When I Met Brock Lesnar Gable Steveson (33:21) discusses his free-agent tour with WWE and top MMA promotions, his thrilling gold medal win, meeting Brock Lesnar, and more. Alistair Overeem (1:02:45) discusses his first fight in Glory against Rico Verhoeven, his thoughts on Brock Lesnar, CM Punk and professional wrestling, and more. Rico Verhoeven (1:29:55) talks about his title defense against Alistair Overeem, why kickboxing isn’t bigger in the United States, and more. Tyron Woodley (2:02:36) discusses his impending clash against Jake Paul on Sunday night, his future MMA plans, and more. Kevin Lee (2:30:51) talks about his UFC return at UFC Vegas 35 on Saturday night, his thoughts on the welterweight division, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

23 Aug 20213h 3min

Chris Weidman (07:08) gives an update on his health after his second surgery on his injured leg, what might not make him return, and more on Wednesday’s episode of The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. Ciryl Gane (40:25) discusses his relationship with Francis Ngannou, if he feels like the true UFC heavyweight champion, and more on Wednesday’s episode of The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. Kayla Harrison (1:05:32) discusses her upcoming PFL fight and her impending free agency, her thoughts on Claressa Shields’ MMA debut, and more on Wednesday’s episode of The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. Georges St-Pierre (1:37:20) discusses why he wasn’t able to fight Oscar De La Hoya, his future in combat sports, Anderson Silva’s recent boxing fight, Conor McGregor career advice, and more on Wednesday’s episode of The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. Also, Ariel Helwani (2:09:18) answered your questions during Wednesday’s episode and some bonus ones after Masvidal interview. Jorge Masvidal (2:28:00) discusses life as a promoter, what’s next for him in the UFC, his Tyron Woodley vs. Jake Paul prediction, and more on Wednesday’s episode of The MMA Hour with Ariel Helwani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

18 Aug 20213h 12min

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show on why he returned to The MMA Hour, what to expect in this new era, and more. Dustin Poirier (31:09) breaks down his win at UFC 264, if he would fight Conor McGregor for a fourth time, and Nate Diaz’s “wolf tickets.” Rampage Jackson (59:55) gives his side to the infamous car crash in 2008, his Fedor Emelianenko loss, his plans for a comeback, and more. Urijah Faber (1:40:55) talks about if he’s interested in a possible return in MMA, his thoughts on T.J. Dillashaw’s return to the cage, and more. Darren Till (2:06:40) discusses his thirst for a UFC belt, delivers a message to Israel Adesanya and more. Israel Adesanya (2:34:51) talks about his delayed title defense against Robert Whittaker, his thoughts on Jon Jones fighting at heavyweight, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Aug 20213h 11min

Unfiltered. Independent. Helwani. Twice a week starting August 16th. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

17 Juni 20211min