Conner Burks around (13:22) discusses futures bets for 2022 and who might become UFC champs at the end of the year.

Marc Goddard around (34:08) discusses how to become a better MMA ref or judge, how much confidence comes into play, should refs be paid more, and more.

Ciryl Gane around (1:03:15) discusses the trash talk between his coach and Francis Ngannou, if he is stressed before UFC 270, the chance meeting in the hall with Ngannou, the last time he talked to Ngannou, and much more.

Michael Chandler around (1:32:33) discusses his wrestling match with Gregor Gillespie, how long it took to physically get over his Justin Gaethje fight, a possible fight with Tony Ferguson next, his Dustin Poirier comments, and more.

Mark Hunt around (2:08:42) discusses why he decided to quit combat sports, how his UFC lawsuit cost him his passion for fighting, and more. Also, Hunt’s lawyer Christina Denning joined the call to give the latest on his UFC lawsuit.

In this edition of Ric’s Picks around (2:57:57), Eric Jackman looks at the social callout by Gregor Gillespie, Miesha Tate’s move to flyweight, Chael Sonnen’s fastball, and more.

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