Episode 21 – We begin with a discussion on the heavy UFC schedule and ask: is it overloaded & does it dilute the product? Next, Big John answers listener questions, including one from MMA star Jeff Curran. We talk about the departure of UFC cutman Stitch Duran & discuss Bradley vs Honeycutt in Bellator and...

Episode 20 – We discuss Connor McGregor’s recent win over Chad Mendes, Robbie Lawler’s victory over Rory MacDonald with Lawler cementing himself as the UFC Welterweight Champion and the possible return of “The Last Emperor” Fedor Emelianenko to MMA at age 39. Finally, Big John answers your questions and we do our weekly poll question: “Do...

Episode 19 – We discuss the controversial new UFC fight kits that will be debuted at UFC 189 in Las Vegas, the UFC’s new ban on IV use for fighters following weigh-ins, plus John will talk about being offered $250,000 to officiate a ‘worked’ fight and much more. Finally, Big John answers your questions and...

Episode 18 – Bellator commentator Jimmy Smith joins the show. Plus, we talk New York’s refusal to legalize pro MMA and discuss the impressive knockout wins by Hisaki Kato in Bellator and Yoel Romero in the UFC and examine why it matters if a finish is ruled a KO or a TKO. Finally, Big John...

Episode 17 – Big John & Sean respond to Joe Rogan (and others) claims that Kimbo Slice vs. Ken Shamrock may have been ‘fixed’ or ‘worked’ and discuss comments that the fight was a ‘freak show’ and ‘potentially damaging to the sport of MMA.’ We give you the truth about Bellator 138 and recap all...

Episode 16 – Live from St. Louis for Bellator ‘Unfinished Business,’ the guys talk exclusively with Bellator MMA President Scott Coker about everything from Kimbo Slice vs. Ken Shamrock to his transition over the past year after taking over Bellator from Bjorn Rebney. Plus, we discuss Fabrico Werdum and Cain Valasquez, the judges decision on...

Episode 15 – We start the show talking Henderson vs Boetsch, and look at Hendo’s age and the longevity of his career. We have a discussion about older fighters in MMA and boxing and Ken Shamrock making a return at age 51. Next, we unveil the winner of our Bellator Ticket Giveaway contest and discuss...

Episode 14 – Today we examine the UFC’s new partnership with the U.S. Anti-Doping Agency to create a comprehensive drug testing program. Big John & Sean talk in depth about their views on the partnership with USADA and the impact it will have on the UFC. Next, we discuss to incidents from last weeks’ UFC...

Episode 13 – The show starts off with a discussion about Donald Cerrone vs John Makdessi, the unusual ending of that fight, and odd finishes in MMA and boxing when a fighter is hurt or concussed. Next, we look into Daniel Cormier vs Anthony Johnson, full championships and interim championships, and what happens when a...

Episode 12 – We start this weeks’ show talking about the NSAC’s new drug testing disciplinary guidelines, its impact on MMA and boxing, along with illegal drugs, performance enhancing drugs, and ask “will non ABC nations honor suspensions?” We take listener questions and discuss Brandon Halsey missing weight at Bellator, CSAC guidelines, ABC title fight...