Champ and The Tramp

Josh Thomson Blasts the New Era of UFC: “It’s Not About Skill Anymore” | Episode #275


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On this episode of @ChampAndTheTramp, the guys welcome former Strikeforce champ and Bellator commentator Josh Thomson for a no-holds-barred convo on MMA past, present, and future.Josh shares stories from his legendary fight career, including behind-the-scenes moments from Strikeforce, his thoughts on the current UFC landscape, and what it takes to succeed on both sides of the mic. From fighter pay and training culture to politics in the sport and the challenges of evolving media, nothing is off the table. Frankie and Roger bring the Jersey heat — Josh brings the West Coast fire.


Chapters:

00:00:00 Disclaimer

00:00:13 MuscleMeds Carnivor Sponsor Read

00:00:34 Podcast Kicks Off – Welcoming Josh Thomson 00:09:11 Josh Talks Weight Cuts & Fight Matchups

00:19:04 Grappling Dominance in Modern MMA

00:28:22 Women’s Divisions, Kayla Harrison, and Weight Class Issues

00:37:30 Bare-Knuckle Talk, Promoters, and Nate Diaz Drama 00:46:55 UFC Style Focus – Ground Game vs. Stand Up 00:57:11 Horror Travel Stories from Wrestling Days

01:07:07 Antibiotics, Cutting Weight & Energy Levels

01:16:50 Post-Fight Blues & Life After Fight Night

01:26:27 Drug Testing, USADA, and Frankie’s Quota Story 01:36:24 Suspensions, Contaminated Supplements, & Drug Testing

01:46:00 Slap Fights & Talent Debates in Combat Sports 01:55:32 Final Reflections & Wrap-Up

#ChampAndTheTramp #JoshThomson #MMA #UFC #Bellator #Strikeforce #FrankieEdgar #Podcast


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