Good Guy / Bad Guy

Jorge Masvidal calls in to talk about his verbal altercation with Kamaru Usman in Miami (1:10:52). But before that, Ariel talks to Stephen A. Smith about the criticism he received from Joe Rogan and others following his post-UFC 246 analysis (4:35). Ariel and NewYorkRic also discuss the state of the heavyweight division, favorite MMA Super Bowl weekend moments, Ariel's crazy Jon Jones story and Kobe Bryant memories (35:20). Plus, "TST's Minimalist Tip of the Week" (1:25:49).

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Ariel opens the show by offering his immediate thoughts on UFC 246 and Conor McGregor's 40-second TKO of Cowboy Cerrone. Then, after the best win of her career, UFC flyweight Roxanne Modafferi tells Ariel why she didn't take advantage of Maycee Barber's apparent leg injury, what she attributes this upset win to and how she can build off this win (7:17). Then, a fiery Kevin Lee, who will take on Charles Oliveira in March, explains why the fight with Islam Makhachev fell through before sounding off on the UFC's top names and why they don't impress him (28:55). Next, ESPN analyst and former UFC middleweight champion Michael Bisping breaks down McGregor's fighting strategy and what this loss means for Cerrone's legacy (40:22). After that, Diego Ferreira, a winner over Anthony Pettis on Saturday, talks about his preparations for the fight and what it was like to be on the 246 card (56:44). Then, bantamweight legend Holly Holm discusses if she's happy with her Saturday performance against Raquel Pennington before talking about when she hopes to fight next and some personal struggles she's been dealing with (1:11:32). Then, Brian "Boom" Kelleher on Saturday night, if he considered it a must-win and how he would have considered retirement had he lost (1:25:04). Drew Dober, who received a bonus for his Saturday performance, then tells Ariel what he hopes for next (1:35:42). After that, McGregor's post-fight interview with Ariel where the guys discuss McGregor's welterweight TKO, what it felt like to be out there again, what the future could hold in store and more (1:45:04). Next, BMF champion Jorge Masvidal - one of McGregor's potential next opponents - weighs in on the fight and if he wants to battle McGregor or Kamaru Usman next (2:07:18). Plus, he (kind of) reveals why he wore the robe he did on Saturday night. McGregor's manager, Audie Attar, then discusses McGregor's new mindset and how he sees McGregor's 2020 unfolding (2:35:15). Lastly, McGregor's longtime coach, John Kavanagh, explains why Saturday was about much more than just winning a fight. He also tells Ariel who he wants McGregor to fight next...and it's not the guy you may think (2:50:44).

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After a bizarre main event at UFC 248, Ariel defends Israel Adesanya against the criticism he's received since Saturday night. Plus, he explains why he's in awe of Zhang Weili and Joanna Jedrzejczyk following a fight some are calling the greatest female fight in MMA history. Then, --UFC lightweight Sean O'Malley on a stressful fight week, the special bond he shares with his coach and how long he plans to wait before fighting next (23:16). --UFC welterweight Neil Magny discusses his first win since May 2018, his storied UFC career and how fatherhood affected the lead-up to Saturday's fight (39:31). --Korean hip-hop artist Jay Park gives his side of the story on what happened at UFC 248, where UFC featherweight Brian Ortega slapped him for what his friend, The Korean Zombie, said on Ariel's show last month (53:46). --UFC women's flyweight champion Valentina Shevchenko explains why she believes Joanna won on Saturday and why Zhang didn't impress her. She also discusses Yoel Romero's odd strategy against Adesanya (1:19:01). --UFC strawweight champion Zhang (and her translator) discuss how she's feeling physically after a grueling five-round fight, a challenging fight week, if she regrets taking the fight given the tumultuous lead-up to it and if/when she anticipates a rematch against Joanna (1:39:47). --Bob Arum, Founder/CEO of Top Rank, on why the UFC is "trash", his fictional feud with Dana White, Wilder/Fury III and what makes a great promoter (2:12:20). --UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya explains why the Romero fight was the "weirdest" one he's ever been a part of and why he wasn't fooled by his strategy. He also talks about his private conversation with Dana White following the fight, what he makes of Paulo Costa's comments and much more (2:36:20).

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Ariel Helwani's MMA Show starts off with a weekend recap and then Bellator newcomer Nick Newell talks about his breakthrough win this past weekend and his Bellator future (7:50). Then, MMA power couple Austin Vanderford and Paige VanZant join Ariel in studio to discuss how they support each other's careers, why the UFC won't offer Vanderford a contract, when VanZant might fight next, why she deserves more money and what it's been like battling through injuries (23:30). Plus, 11 months into their marriage, the couple plays "The Newlyweds Game" (56:42). Then, Ariel gives his thoughts on last week's exclusive Conor McGregor interview (1:21:40). Next, UFC newbie Brok Weaver talks about his road to the UFC, his heritage and how he hopes to inspire Native American children to reach their fullest potential (1:28:00). Then, Ariel speculates on which matchups he expects to fill the cards at UFC 244 and UFC 245 (1:46:46). After that, UFC featherweight Germaine de Randamie reacts to Cris Cyborg's fallout with the UFC before discussing her UFC 245 fight against Amanda Nunes (1:51:00). Then, one of Ariel's heroes, Bret Hart, speaks about his current relationship with WWE, his favorite MMA fighters and the advice he'd give to Conor McGregor (2:12:15). Next, UFC light heavyweight Jan Blachowicz tells Ariel why he deserves to fight Jon Jones for the title before delivering Jones a very stern message (2:33:45). Lastly, UFC welterweight Matt Brown discusses the latest in his career as well as his social media game (2:53:35).

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy, DC & Chael are taking over Miami for UFC 299! Sean O’Malley and the “Suga Show” has arrived and he’s defending his UFC Bantamweight Title against Marlon “Chito” Vera. With a hot pink lambo, hot pink hair & new custom hot pink UFC shorts...is O’Malley a marketing genius? Could the “Suga Show” persona eventually distract him from doing his job when the cage closes? Plus, the guys have a hunch of what the headlines may be after UFC 299 is over. Then, Conor McGregor lays out his fight plan for 2024 but are Chael & DC buying it? And the Good Guy and Bad Guy are up against the clock with five UFC 299 topics for five one-minute rounds!

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