**Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – Season 12 - Episode 5**

UFC 318 is coming, and we’re diving into the excitement of **Dustin vs. Max** with the **BMF title** on the line! This week, we break down **UFC on ESPN Kansas City** with highlights like **Randy Brown’s Fight of the Night** win, **Anthony Smith’s emotional retirement fight**, and **Ian Machado Garry** overcoming a tough battle with **Carlos Prates**. Then, we preview **UFC 315** from Montreal, featuring huge matchups like **Valentina Shevchenko** vs. **Manon Fiorot** and **Belal Muhammad** vs. **Jack Della Maddalena**. Plus, it’s **Survivor talk**—we’re hooked!

Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – Season 12, Episode 3

This week’s episode dives into the chaos and excitement of UFC Fight Night, including a wild UFC 314 recap. From Caolan Loughran and Shauna Bannon's wins to the shocking losses from some of our favorites, including Darren Elkins, Jim Miller, and Michael Chandler, we’re unpacking it all. Sean Brady shines as the biggest star, while George's Hot Jitsu Study of the Week breaks down Rosas Jr.'s grappling game. We also preview this week’s upcoming fights, featuring Ian Machado Garry’s big welterweight showdown, and the return of Anthony Smith.

In MMA Rule Updates, we break down the new submission rule, allowing fighters to finish submissions even after the bell rings, because who wants to be saved by the bell?

Plus, in No Fighting, we recap the latest Survivor drama—Cedrick and Sai are finally out of the game. A win for us, and a solid episode. Don't miss it!

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Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – Season 12, Episode 3

This week on Season 12, Episode 3, we’re breaking down UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Erceg in Mexico City, from some of the best MMA fashion we’ve seen to insider fight recaps.

We kick things off with a fire fashion breakdown, as Bruce Buffer and the desk crew bring it with sharp suits and bold looks. From Jon Anik’s Winterfresh vibes to Laura Sanko’s floral watercolor blazer, it's all about the wardrobe.

In UFC Fight Night, Raul Rosas Jr. earned a unanimous decision after a grappling-heavy battle with Vince Morales. George breaks down his HotJitsu style—passing to 2-behind-1 and securing side control before Morales' Darce attempts.

Looking ahead to UFC 314, we’re excited for a stacked prelims card featuring Darren Elkins, Jim Miller, and Yan Xiaonan. The main card is going to be a rollercoaster of good guy alerts, from Nikita Krylov vs. Dominick Reyes to Michael Chandler vs. Paddy Pimblett.

In No Fighting, we catch up on Survivor drama: alliances shifting, tribes merging, and Bianca’s big mistake. Who’s on the chopping block? Tune in for all the juicy details.

It’s an action-packed episode you don’t want to miss!

**Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – Season 12, Episode 2**

We’re back with another jam-packed episode! This week, we dive into **UFC London** with standout wins from **Caolan Loughran** and **Shauna Bannon**—the latter scoring **Performance of the Night**. **Marcin Tybura**, **Chris Padilla**, and **Nathaniel Wood** also got their hands raised. Meanwhile, **Meatball Molly McCann** and **Gunnar Nelson** couldn’t get the job done, and **Sean Brady** dominated **Leon Edwards**, submitting him in the fourth round to take the biggest win of the night.

**George’s HotJitsu Take** gives an inside look at **Sean Brady’s** guillotine game, and **MMA Fashion** sees **Bruce Buffer** rocking a sharp **Saville Row suit** that turned heads.

In **Shit Talking Corner**, we rip into **Paddy Pimblett** for his comments about **Dustin Poirier**—we don’t tolerate that disrespect here.

Plus, in **No Fighting**, we recap the latest **Survivor** episode, including the breakup of the **California Girls** alliance and a big shoutout to **Matt Gelbs’ mama**!

Don’t miss this one. We’re keeping it real and talking all things MMA—let’s go!

**Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – S12E1: UFC London, Shit Talking Corner & Survivor**

New season, same chaos! We’re back for Season 12, and it’s already heating up.

🔥 **UFC Fight Night Recap** – Da’Mon’s slick sub, Vera’s head kick, and Roman’s low blow on cup-less Marvin. Glad we skipped it.

🇬🇧 **UFC London Preview** – Early card! Leon vs. Brady, Molly McCann, and Gunnar vs. Holland. How is this not a PPV?!

💩 **Shit Talking Corner** – Nate Diaz calls the UFC boring, Matt Serra calls Tim Welch a "little bitch."

🥋 **Special Shoutout** – Ryan Grady leveled up and KO’d George. Proof incoming.

📺 **No Fighting – Survivor** – Kevin and Justin out, Mary thriving, Sai flopping. Merge next week??

Rate, review, and let’s go! 🥊🎧

**Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – S11E11: UFC 313, Pereira’s Suit & St. Paddy’s Day**

100K LISTENERS! We’re officially an MMA Fighting podcast, and y’all keep showing up.

This week:

🔥 **UFC 313 Recap** – Pereira vs. Ankalaev ended terribly, Gaethje pulled off a gritty win, Turner retired a dude, and King Green got wheel-kicked.

🎩 **MMA Fashion** – Pereira’s wild suit. Shirt or no shirt? Debate continues.

📼 **UFC Classic Rewatch** – Nate Marquardt walk-off KO. Still hits.

👶 **Shoutout** – Megan Olivi & Baby Benavidez, future champ?

🍀 **No Fighting – St. Paddy’s Day Edition** – Who’s MMA’s Irish GOAT? Best fight-night beers? Dublin bar brawl crew draft.

Rate, review, and let’s get it. Sláinte! 🍻🥊

**Holding Hands & Throwing Fists – Season 11, Episode 10**

100,000 listeners last episode—y’all are insane. We’re back with another banger, covering everything from UFC 312 fallout to UFC 313 previews, plus a well-earned tribute to the legend, Dominick Cruz. Speaking of legends, Mike Heck, free up a Saturday—we got you.

Last week, Manel Kape won with an eyepoke, Cody Brundage handled business fast, and Nasrat Haqparast survived Split City. But the real moment? **Dominick Cruz’s retirement package.** We break down his legacy and what’s next.

This week, **UFC 313** delivers a solid main card—Gaethje vs. Fiziev, Pereira vs. Ankalaev, and more. **MMA Fashion** is on point, Joe Martinez crushed it, and Tank Davis had a *hair product disaster.*

**No Fighting?** Survivor 48 started hot, and Survivor 50 voting is live. Final Four firemaking, tribe colors, and a live vote reveal? Let’s go.

Tap in.

Season 11, Episode 9 – Degenerates, Fashion, and Fights

Last week, we swore we wouldn’t buy UFC 312… and yet, here we are. We bought it. We watched it. And we fell asleep before the main event. DDP beat Strickland (broke his nose, too), Zhang Weili schooled Tatiana Suarez, and the Australian fighters had a mixed bag of results. In MMA Fashion, Bruce Buffer delivered while everyone else flopped. And is Ariel Helwani stealing our jorts & Timbs take? No Fighting brings halftime show hot takes, Prince nostalgia, and why bootcut jeans are never okay. Strap in—it’s a fun one!

**Season 11, Episode 8 – MMA, Fashion, and a Little Sleep**

Paul Hughes may have lost a razor-close decision to Usman Nurmagomedov, but he proved he’s the best Irish fighter out there. Meanwhile, Googie fell asleep, so ya Girl had to carry the UFC recap—again. Izzy took an L to Nassourdine Imavov, MVP beat Shara Bullet, and Sergei Pavlovich vs. Rozenstruik… well, it wasn’t the war we expected. Another Nurmagomedov (no relation) lost to an Oliveira (also no relation). As for UFC 312? Trash. Just trash. But hey, Zhang Weili vs. Tatiana Suarez and DDP vs. Strickland might save it. In **MMA Fashion**, boxer Stephen Fulton won a title in JEAN SHORTS & TIMBERLANDS—legend. Plus, **Good Guy Alert:** Darren Till defended Izzy against the haters. And in **No Fighting**, we answer some of Googie’s random questions. Buckle up—it’s a fun one.

We're back - UFC 311 was a fun night, Merab was the man, Anthony Smith wins best dressed, Money Moicano got paid as did our boy Benny, Chris Weidman is our guy and TUF is gonna be back in a few months!