The MMA H.E.A.T. Podcast with Karyn Bryant and Alan Jouban

MMA H.E.A.T. went to the Palm Restaurant in Los Angeles where they caught up with UFC Bantamweight Champ Holly Holm 12 days before her UFC 196 title defense against Miesha Tate. Holly talks about the match-up, defeating Ronda Rousey to win the title, Ronda's suicidal thoughts after she lost, the new opportunities that have come from being champ and much more. She also lets us know how she feels about Featherweight Champ Conor McGregor moving up a weight class to challenge Rafael Dos Anjos for the Lightweight strap in the 196 main event.

MMA H.E.A.T.’s Karyn Bryant spoke via Skype with UFC Middleweight Gegard Mousasi 8 days before his UFC London co-main event fight with Thales Leites and heard what he had to say about the change from his original opponent, Michael Bisping. Gegard talks about the stylistic match-up with the Brazilian, why the fight may be more difficult and how he feels about the loss to Uriah Hall. Gegard also discusses the possibility of moving back up to 205lbs (where he was formerly Strikeforce Champ), the upcoming UFC Rotterdam card, his friend Rico Verhoeven’s move from kickboxing to MMA and what he thinks might happen when Bisping squares off with Anderson Silva in the UFC London main event.

On this edition of The MMA H.E.A.T. Podcast With Karyn Bryant, Karyn and UFC Welterweight Alan Jouban discuss that action that went down at UFC Fight Night: Hendricks vs Thompson.  They break down Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson’s dominant win over former champ Johny Hendricks and discuss what it might mean for the rest of the welterweight division.  They also talk about the lackluster fight between Roy Nelson and Jared Rosholt, the exciting performance turned in by Derrick 'The Black Beast' Lewis and the sometimes strange fight between OSP and Rafael Feijao.  Karyn and Alan also share their thoughts on Bellator signing former UFC champ Benson Henderson and the highs and lows of Super Bowl 50: Denver Broncos vs Carolina Panthers.

On this edition of The MMA H.E.A.T. Podcast, Karyn and UFC Welterweight Alan Jouban discuss that action that went down at UFC On FOX, where Anthony “Rumble” Johnson knocked out Ryan Bader in the main event. They break down that fight and discuss what might happen at the top of the LHW food chain, where Champ Daniel Cormier and former champ Jon Jones are scheduled to fight next. They also talk about Ben Rothwell’s surprising submission victory over Josh Barnett and share their reactions to Sage Northcutt’s loss and the social media frenzy that ensued shortly after. In addition, Karyn and Alan discuss the collapse of the UFC 196 main event between Heavyweight Champ Fabricio Werdum and former champ Cain Velasquez and what it means for an injured fighter to withdraw from a scheduled bout.

MMA H.E.A.T. was at the media lunch with UFC heavyweight Josh Barnett five days in advance of his fight with Ben Rothwell, which is set for UFC On FOX on January 30, 2016. Barnett reacts to the just-broken news that Heavyweight Champ Fabricio Werdum was withdrawing from UFC 196 after his opponent Cain Velasquez already had. He also talks about fighting Stipe Miocic instead of Ben Rothwell, USADA testing + fighting with injuries, why he likes coaching, the struggles with women’s MMA + more!

On this edition of The MMA H.E.A.T. Podcast With Karyn Bryant, Karyn and UFC Welterweight Alan Jouban discuss the action that went down at UFC Boston, where former Bantamweight Champ Dominick Cruz regained the title he vacated with a split decision win over current champ TJ Dillashaw. Karyn and Alan share their thoughts on the extremely close fight, the idea of an immediate rematch, Cruz vs Faber and more. They also break down Eddie Alvarez’s win over Anthony Pettis, debate the role eye pokes may have played in Travis Browne’s victory over Matt Mitrione and they discuss Cris “Cyborg” Justino’s latest KO at Invicta FC 15 and the possibility/likliness of her facing former UFC champ Ronda Rousey.

MMA H.E.A.T.’s Karyn Bryant spoke via Skype with UFC Welterweight Patrick Cote and heard what he had to say about his upcoming UFC Boston fight with Ben Saunders. Patrick talks about fighting Ben instead of his desired opponent, Jake Ellenberger, why he is confident he can overcome Ben’s reach advantage and why he’s been able to successfully compete at a lighter weight later in his career. He also talks about his fight wth Anderson Silva, whether the former champ has spoiled his legacy, and his own experience with USADA testing. He also gives his prediction for the main event title fight between defending Champion TJ Dillashaw and former champ Dominick Cruz.

On this edition of The MMA H.E.A.T. Podcast With Karyn Bryant, Karyn and UFC Welterweight Alan Jouban discuss that action that went down at UFC 195, where Welterweight Champ Robbie Lawler retained his title with a split decision win over Carlos Condit.  Karyn and Alan share their thoughts on the extremely close fight, whether they think a rematch is a good idea, whether Tyron Woodley should get the next title shot and how they feel about Condit’s retirement talk.  They also discuss Stipe Miocic’s KO win over Andrei Arlovski and whether he or Alistair Overeem should fight the winner of Fabricio Werdum vs Cain Velasquez next.  Lorenz Larkin’s split decision loss to Albert Tumenov also gets a breakdown, as does Fedor Emelianenko’s return fight and King Mo Lawal’s tournament win, which took place in the newly-formed RIZIN promotion in Japan.  Lastly, Karyn and Alan let everyone know what their favorite MMA memories were from 2015.

On this edition of The MMA H.E.A.T. Podcast With Karyn Bryant, Karyn and UFC Welterweight Alan Jouban discuss that action that went down at UFC Orlando, which saw Lightweight Champ Rafael Dos Anjos retain his title with a :66-second blitzing of Donald “Cowboy” Cerrone in the night’s main event.  They also discuss two other high-profile bouts: Alistair Overeem vs Junior Dos Santos and Michael Johnson vs Nate Diaz.  Karyn and Alan also talk about the potential next opponent for Featherweight Champ Conor McGregor, and whether Jose Aldo and Ronda Rousey should have immediate rematches with Conor and Holly Holm respectively.  And they also let everyone know how much they’ve accomplished and/or still have left to do in time for Christmas!

MMA H.E.A.T. brings you the complete, unedited Conor McGregor media luncheon from West Hollywood’s BOA Steakhouse. Just 10 days out from his UFC 194 unification bout with Jose Aldo, the UFC Interim Featherweight Champ answered questions from the media. Topics include: the postponement of the title fight, his health during this fight camp, thoughts on USADA’s effectivness, Ronda Rousey’s loss to Holly Holm, Irish Fans, Christmas in Vegas and why Brazilians love him. He also talks about coaching The Ultimate Fighter opposite Urijah Faber, training along side Gunnar Nelson and Artem “The Russian Hammer” Lobov (both at the lucheon) and the incredible UFC 189 weigh-in.