Best Daniel Ryan Curtis Podcasts (2025)

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Ariel x Ade, episode 38: Moses Itauma and Dillian Whyte interviews, Eubank-Benn 2 booked, ‘Boots' 154 pound debut, 'Tank' charges dropped, more 1:18:36

9h ago1:18:36

1:18:36

Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladpio, joining from Riyadh, kick off the show with a discussion about Moses Itauma vs. Dillian Whyte (00:45), including Whyte confronting Ade about his prediction for the fight during their roundtable (01:11). Ade’s full sitdown with Whyte (08:28) is followed by quick reaction and then his chat with Itauma (24:24) and brief …

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Michael Chandler, Carlos Prates, Chris Duncan, David Samson on UFC rights deal, more 2:51:00

11h ago2:51:00

2:51:00

Ariel Helwani starts the show with further analysis of the UFC’s new rights deal, focusing on Dana White’s comments that fighters will benefit from the deal and a comparison between Paramount and ESPN’s distribution platforms (01:52). Carlos Prates joins ahead of his UFC 319 fight against Geoff Neal and talks about lessons learned from the Ian Mach…

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Tom Aspinall, UFC Ditches PPV & Signs with Paramount Reaction, Anthony Hernandez, Salt Papi, Elijah Smith, Weekend Recap 3:16:36

1d ago3:16:36

3:16:36

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show by reacting to UFC's massive seven-year $7.7 billion rights deal with Paramount, before the Boys in the Back and Petesy Carroll jump in to continue the discussion (05:30). Elijah Smith, fresh off his frightening KO against Toshiomi Kazama, joins the show to talk about the highlight reel slam, learning from his fathe…

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Those valiant Owls - Second Tier Weekend Show 1:02:37

3d ago1:02:37

1:02:37

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach discuss a dramatic opening weekend of Championship action. Sheffield Wednesday valiantly fall to defeat at Leicester! A bad debut for Rubén Sellés at Sheffield United! Late drama at Birmingham, Southampton and Stoke! Nathan Jones goes mad! It’s the Second Tier. **Get 15% off annual subscriptions to our Patreon until the …

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Charles Oliveira coming back too soon? Khamzat-DDP heating up, Artem Lobov is back, more | The Craic 1:19:25

5d ago1:19:25

1:19:25

The Craic is back! Petesy Carroll is joined by Craic regulars Chuck Mindenhall and Ben Fowlkes to break down the week’s biggest headlines. First up, Charles Oliveira’s return against Rafael Fiziev. The crew debates whether it’s too quick a turnaround for Oliveira after his KO loss to Ilia Topuria just three months ago (6:12). One fight fast approac…

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Climate Change Cash: The True Hoax Behind the Panic 🌎💰 20:48

5d ago20:48

20:48

They tell you it's about saving the planet. Turns out, it’s about saving corporate profits. In this episode, I break down how climate panic became the most profitable fear campaign in history—and why the loudest “climate warriors” are getting played by their own side. From the Inflation Reduction Act and ESG scams to global subsidy wars and politic…

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Oh it’s good to be back - Second Tier Preview Show 53:58

6d ago53:58

53:58

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach look ahead to the opening weekend of the Championship season. A Friday night cracker at Birmingham! Sheffield Wednesday protests! Wrexham’s first second tier game in 43 years! A play-off semi-final rematch! It’s the Second Tier. **Get 15% off annual subscriptions to our Patreon until the end of August! Don't delay!** Sig…

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Khamzat Chimaev wants three belts, Dricus du Plessis is the boogeyman, ESPN x WWE rights deal | The Boys in the Back 2:51:24

5d ago2:51:24

2:51:24

The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reacting to breaking news that Charles Oliveira will return to action against Rafael Fiziev in October (1:22). Then, they launch into a deep dive on recent comments made by both Khamzat Chimaev and Dricus du Plessis ahead of their UFC 319 fight (09:30), including Khamzat's call to capture three UFC belts, D…

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League Table Predictions: 8th-1st 1:05:01

7d ago1:05:01

1:05:01

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach complete their league table predictions with the teams they have to finish in the top 8. Who they think is winning the Championship? Who’s getting automatically promoted? Who’s finishing in the play-offs? Who’s missing out? Find out now! It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn mo…

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Dricus du Plessis! Plus, Paul Heyman, Keyshawn Davis, and Keith Jardine all in studio, On the Nose 4:44:12

6d ago4:44:12

4:44:12

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show by reacting to news of the five-year deal that will bring WWE's premium live events to ESPN (05:58). UFC star turned actor Keith Jardine joins Ariel in studio to reminisce about his career and discuss his latest film projects, including his major directorial debut "Kill Me Again" (13:50). Next, Ariel and the Boys in…

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Ariel x Ade, episode 37: Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua 'dangerous?' Ryan Garcia trolls Oscar De La Hoya? Plus, Skye Nicolson and Xander Zayas join the show 1:11:33

7d ago1:11:33

1:11:33

Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladipo begin the show with a reaction to talks of Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua heating up (02:54), with Ade expressing strong reservations. The duo is joined by Skye Nicolson to discuss her drop to 122 pounds, respond to comments by Most Valuable Promotions’ Nakisa Bidarian, talk about targeting a fight against Ellie Scotney …

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Artem Lobov, CSAC Executive Director Andy Foster, Bryan Battle, rankings debate, PFL vs. ONE? 2:57:36

7d ago2:57:36

2:57:36

Ariel Helwani kicks off the show with a quick review of Tapology’s latest update and rankings (03:59). Andy Foster, Executive Director of the California State Athletic Commission, joins to discuss proposed clarifications to the MMA scoring criteria, his feelings on the The Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act, GFL’s canceled California events, …

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Sydney Sweeney’s Genes Offend the Woke — Now They’re Coming for Trump Over a Golf Ball: They Really Said That 29:46

8d ago29:46

29:46

Sydney Sweeney stars in a jeans commercial… and somehow, that’s enough to set off the outrage brigade. From race-baiting activists accusing her of “white nationalism,” to celebrities dragging Trump over a dropped golf ball, this episode of They Really Said That is packed with everything the Woke Olympics has to offer. We’re breaking down the wildes…

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League Table Predictions: 16th-9th 55:43

9d ago55:43

55:43

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach continue their league table predictions with the teams they have to finish 16th to 9th! Who’s set for mid-table mediocrity? Who might be in with a shout of the play-offs? Find out now! It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you eve…

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Renato Moicano, Michael 'Venom' Page, Thad Jean, Martin Buday, UFC & SummerSlam reaction 3:40:55

8d ago3:40:55

3:40:55

Ariel Helwani and the Boys in the Back kick off the show by recapping a busy weekend in combat, including the UFC’s event headlined by Tatsuro Taira, Thad Jean’s big win in the PFL championship, WWE SummerSlam — topped by Brock Lesnar’s shocking return — and more (06:00). Renato "Money" Moicano returns to defend his viral clip about turning down th…

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League Table Predictions: 24th-17th 1:01:27

11d ago1:01:27

1:01:27

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach kick off their league table predictions with the teams they have to finish 24th to 17th! Who’s going down? Who’s in for a season of struggle? Find out now! It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be enter…

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TKO's attempt to alter the Ali Act, Conor McGregor appeal dismissed, the end of heavyweight? 1:06:08

11d ago1:06:08

1:06:08

Petesy and Chuck previously promised to get an authority on the Muhammad Ali American Boxing Revival Act - the amendment the entity known as TKO boxing are attempting to have written into law - and they provided it this week as John S. Nash joins the show to give insights on the topic (04:27). The conversation then moved onto Conor McGregor's faile…

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Project 50501: Paid Protests, Zero Results, Endless Hypocrisy 15:10

12d ago15:10

15:10

Project 50501 has been hyped for months as the “movement to save democracy”—50 protests, 50 states, 1 big tantrum. Ryan breaks down who’s really funding it, why it’s nothing more than a billionaire‑backed performance piece, and how six months in, it still hasn’t accomplished a single thing. From fake “grassroots” branding to absurd protest signs, R…

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Ben 'The Bane' Davis joins the Boys in studio, Conor McGregor loses his appeal, P4P reality TV shows, more | The Boys in the Back 3:00:51

12d ago3:00:51

3:00:51

The Boys in the Back kick things off with the results of Uncrowned's poker table felt auction benefitting Ben Askren. Next, Petesy Carroll joins to provide an update on Conor McGregor’s sexual assault case appeal (04:50). Then, Ben 'The Bane' Davis comes in studio to help the Boys break down all of UFC Vegas 108 (12:22), headlined by Tatsuro Taira …

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Our pre-season predictions… 57:15

14d ago57:15

57:15

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach begin making their predictions for the new Championship season. Top goalscorer! Player of the season! Young player of the season! Biggest over & under-achiever! It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be …

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Doctor Mike and Josh Barnett in studio, Johnny Eblen, On the Nose, weekend preview, Ben Askren Day 3:51:42

13d ago3:51:42

3:51:42

Ariel Helwani and the Boys in the Back kick off the show by answering your On the Nose questions (07:47). Johnny Eblen is the first guest of the day, coming off his title stunner at PFL Africa against Costello van Steenis. He discusses what went wrong in the fight, why the PFL won’t book the rematch, his long layoff and more (43:46). Josh Barnett j…

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Ariel x Ade, episode 36: Claressa Shields goes off on Laila Ali, Cris Cyborg and Shadasia Green! Plus, Xander Zayas and ‘Shu Shu’ Carrington get big wins, Dmitry Salita joins, more 1:12:27

14d ago1:12:27

1:12:27

Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladipo begin the show with a reaction to Claressa Shields’ dominant victory over Lani Daniels (1:41), discussing Shields' star status and debating who she should fight next (06:23), mentioning Laila Ali, Cris Cyborg and Shadasia Green as options. Next, they discuss the current women's pound-for-pound (11:04), before Shields h…

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Rory MacDonald, Jailton Almeida, Tatsuro Taira, Fernand Lopez, Shadasia Green, more 2:38:01

15d ago2:38:01

2:38:01

Ariel Helwani and The Boys in the Back kick things off with updates on Ben Askren and Robert Whittaker, as well as hitting all the latest news and notes (05:54). Tatsuro Taira is the first guest and joins ahead of his headliner at UFC Vegas 108. He discusses rebounding after his first career loss, Amir Albazi’s withdrawal, Alexandre Pantoja and Jos…

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Jamie Lee Curtis, Joy Reid, Jeff Daniels, and More...Have Lost Their Minds – They Really Said That…Grievance Games™ 30:17

15d ago30:17

30:17

The circus is back—the 12th Edition of They Really Said That…Grievance Games™ is packed with the dumbest, loudest, and most hypocritical takes of the week. Jamie Lee Curtis cries about Colbert. Sunny Hostin gets exposed for her Olympic‑level flip‑flop on the Epstein Files. Joy Reid accuses Trump supporters of letting him “drown their kids.” Jeff Da…

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Ric Flair, Jiri Prochazka, Petr Yan, Lerone Murphy, Steven Nguyen, weekend recap 4:12:14

15d ago4:12:14

4:12:14

Ariel Helwani is back in your life and begins with a deep dive into the career and life of Terry "Hulk Hogan" Bollea. Then, the crew joins to help recap the weekend in combat sports (02:01). Wrestling legend Ric Flair calls in first to reflect on the death of his close friend Hulk Hogan and gets into how the two met, competing with him and their in…

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Who’s the key player at every Championship club? - Part Two 57:00

18d ago57:00

57:00

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach go through each Championship club and pick a key player. They could be simply the best player at their club… Or maybe they’re playing a big part in improving the team in a particularly weak area! So find out about more about each club and which players are going to be key to their success! In part one, they go from Oxfor…

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Tom Aspinall's reign begins, UFC Abu Dhabi preview, Hulk Hogan remembered, Ali Act amendments | The Craic 1:19:45

19d ago1:19:45

1:19:45

Petesy Carroll is joined by Chuck Mindenhall to discuss the latest in combat sports, beginning with a reflection on the legacy of the late Hulk Hogan (06:46). They then dive into Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane. What are the key storylines heading into the matchup, and could this be the start of the Aspinall era? (21:36) Looking ahead to UFC Abu Dhabi,…

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The Epstein Files: No List, No Justice, and Political Hypocrites Everywhere 23:12

19d ago23:12

23:12

Attorney General Pam Bondi said the Epstein files were “sitting on her desk.” Months later, the DOJ says there’s no client list—none, never existed. Liberals are suddenly screaming “Trump’s a pedo,” MAGA is tearing itself apart over transparency, and 300GB of sealed government evidence is just sitting there. Ryan breaks down: 🔥 Who Epstein really w…

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UFC Abu Dhabi preview, Ariel Helwani joins to talk Hulk Hogan's legacy, P4P MMA nicknames, more | The Boys in the Back 2:39:56

20d ago2:39:56

2:39:56

The Boys in the Back start the show by acknowledging Terry ‘Hulk Hogan’ Bollea, who died earlier in the day at 71 years old (00:34). Then, they break down UFC Abu Dhabi from all angles, starting with the main event matchup between former champion Robert Whittaker and rising contender Reinier de Ridder (04:09), before moving on to the rest of the ca…

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Who’s the key player at every Championship club? - Part One 56:56

21d ago56:56

56:56

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach go through each Championship club and pick a key player. They could be simply the best player at their club… Or maybe they’re playing a big part in improving the team in a particularly weak area! So find out about more about each club and which players are going to be key to their success! In part one, they go from Birmi…

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Darren Till and Luke Rockhold heated faceoff, Tony Ferguson, Dakota Ditcheva, Marcos 'Parrumpa' DaMatta, On The Nose 3:35:42

20d ago3:35:42

3:35:42

Darren Till and Luke Rockhold are first up and join Ariel from Manchester in an exclusive faceoff to preview their upcoming Misfits Boxing 22 fight. After Darren leaves, Luke talks about his transition into boxing (03:01). Tony Ferguson is the next fighter from the Misfits card to call in before his fight against Salt Papi. He discusses his mindset…

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BREAKING: Blockbuster fights announced for UFC 320 and 321; Ariel Helwani gives his instant reaction 25:40

21d ago25:40

25:40

On Tuesday night, Dana White broke massive news, announcing three fights — Magomed Ankalaev vs. Alex Pereira, Merab Dvalishvili vs. Cory Sandhagen, and Jiri Prochazka vs. Khalil Rountree — to take place at UFC 320, with Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane set to headline UFC 321. Ariel Helwani and the Boys in the Back give their immediate reactions to the …

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Ariel x Ade, episode 35: Reaction to Dubois' controversial gathering, Manny Pacquiao turns back the clock, Andy Lee calls for Usyk vs. Parker, Ellie Scotney joins 1:18:40

21d ago1:18:40

1:18:40

Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladipo kick off the show by reacting to the viral video of Daniel Dubois’ large gathering before his 5th-round TKO loss to Oleksandr Usyk (01:13), with Ade’s perspective from the event. Then, the duo make their predictions for Usyk’s next fight (08:35). Andy Lee, former WBO middleweight champion and current trainer to the sta…

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Robert Whittaker, AJ McKee, Bruce 'Shu Shu' Carrington in studio, Ateba Gautier, reaction to Renato Moicano rejecting UFC settlement money 2:52:02

21d ago2:52:02

2:52:02

Ariel Helwani and the Boys in the Back are back and start by reacting to Daniel Dubois' controversial fight-day gathering (08:46). Robert Whittaker joins before his headliner in Abu Dhabi against the streaking Reinier de Ridder to discuss his dream retirement fight, having his sixth kid, Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev, Australia’s UFC takeov…

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They Really Said That: Newsom, Kimmel, Mamdani, & More in the Grievance Games 29:23

22d ago29:23

29:23

They’re losing power—and losing their minds. From Gavin Newsom’s horseback meltdown to Jimmy Kimmel’s profanity post, this Grievance Games episode dissects the most absurd, offensive, and downright embarrassing things public figures actually said this week. We break down: • Gavin Newsom’s meltdown over a park patrol • Zohran Mamdani dodging on “Glo…

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Dustin Poirier, Paulo Costa, Daniel Rodriguez, Costello Van Steenis, Eric Bischoff & AJ Francis IN STUDIO, monster weekend recap 4:48:43

22d ago4:48:43

4:48:43

Ariel Helwani starts the show by paying homage to Dustin Poirier’s career after his Max Holloway retirement fight at UFC 318. The crew joins to offer their thoughts and recap the rest of the packed weekend, including Oleksandr Usyk’s big win over Daniel Dubois and Manny Pacquiao’s shocking draw. (05:26). Newly crowned PFL middleweight champion Cost…

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UFC 318 Post-Fight Show: Dustin Poirier calls it a career, Max Holloway wants Ilia Topuria, more from a massive weekend 55:01

24d ago55:01

55:01

Petesy Carroll and Chuck Mindenhall react to the aftermath of UFC 318, starting with Max Holloway’s impressive victory against Dustin Poirier (01:26). After paying tribute to Poirier (10:17), who called it a career, they move on to Paulo Costa’s return to form in his victory against Roman Kopylov (14:50), Daniel Rodriguez’s back-and-forth war with …

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Johannes Hoff Thorup: The long-term project cut short at Norwich 51:37

25d ago51:37

51:37

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach speak to former Norwich City manager Johannes Hoff Thorup. Why was he sacked? Why did Norwich drop off so dramatically? What happened between him and Jonny Rowe? Just how close was he to getting the QPR job? It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love …

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Big combat sports weekend preview, Dustin Poirier's last dance, PFL beats UFC to Africa, more | The Craic 1:30:22

26d ago1:30:22

1:30:22

With a stacked combat sports weekend ahead, Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes kick things off by debating which bout carries the highest stakes (6:22). One of those matchups is Max Holloway vs. Dustin Poirier. The crew dives into their favorite storylines surrounding this trilogy clash (14:03). Arguably the biggest fight of the week…

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Who’s Really Funding the Protests? The NGO Industrial Complex 19:05

26d ago19:05

19:05

They say it’s organic. Spontaneous. Grassroots. But those protests? Pre-funded, pre-scripted, and perfectly branded. In this episode of Stay in the Gray, Ryan exposes the billionaires, NGOs, and media collaborators behind the outrage machine—where “activism” is just the latest asset class. 🧠 Inside this episode: • What NGOs really are (hint: not ch…

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Ranking every manager in the Championship - Part Two 1:04:58

27d ago1:04:58

1:04:58

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach rank all the managers in the Championship based on how much they would want them in charge of their club. This is part two, where they reveal their top 12! It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be enter…

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UFC 318 preview, Jon Jones is 'back?' Dustin Poirier's legacy, Manny Pacquiao returns, voicemails, more | The Boys in the Back 2:47:17

26d ago2:47:17

2:47:17

The Boys in the Back kick off a stacked show with their reaction to Jon Jones' appearance at the ESPYS, stating he's 'back' and ready to fight at the White House (01:30). Then, they head down to the Big Easy, paying homage to the legendary career of Dustin Poirier ahead of his last dance against Max Holloway (10:53), before breaking down the UFC 31…

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Ranking every manager in the Championship - Part One 1:03:43

28d ago1:03:43

1:03:43

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach rank all the managers in the Championship based on how much they would want them in charge of their club. In part one, they reveal the 12 managers they would least want… Part two is out tomorrow! It’s the Second Tier. Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can br…

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Manny Pacquiao, Joseph Parker, Tim Tszyu, Mike Santana and Thad Jean IN STUDIO, On The Nose 3:50:06

27d ago3:50:06

3:50:06

Ariel Helwani begins the show with a brief celebration of GC’s birthday and by answering your On the Nose questions (08:47). Thad Jean is the first guest of the day, and he joins in-studio on his birthday before his PFL welterweight tournament final against Logan Storley. He discusses transitioning from football to MMA, his Haitian roots, becoming …

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Ariel x Ade, episode 34: Nakisa Bidarian, Frank Warren and David Feldman all join the show, massive weekend recap/preview, more 1:32:54

28d ago1:32:54

1:32:54

Ariel Helwani and Ade Oladipo kick things off with the weekend recap, starting with Hamzah Sheeraz’s huge knockout of Edgar Berlanga (04:49) and Shakur Stevenson’s back-and-forth victory against William Zepeda (07:43), and Ade makes a bold claim for Hamzah’s next fight. Nakisa Bidarian is the first guest up and breaks down MVP’s record-breaking Kat…

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Bill Goldberg, Stephen 'Wonderboy' Thompson, Chris Curtis, Patricio Pitbull, Steve Garcia, Mario Barrios 2:55:22

28d ago2:55:22

2:55:22

Ariel Helwani begins the show with some news and notes, before Chris Curtis calls in — on his birthday — to talk about his hard-fought win over Max Griffin, his return to welterweight, his altercation at Tuff-N-Uff, his struggles at middleweight, and more (06:39). Steve Garcia is next up after his big win over Calvin Kattar to discuss wanting a hea…

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They Really Said That: Newsom, Shakira, and the Unhinged Left’s Grievance Games 31:30

29d ago31:30

31:30

This week’s Grievance Games™ is a full-blown meltdown. - Gavin Newsom compares the U.S. Army to dictators. - Shakira claims immigrants live in “constant fear”…from her $300 million fortress. - Karen Bass says the LA riots never happened. - And a licensed pediatric doctor tweets that MAGA kids should drown. You read that right. Ryan breaks down the …

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Shakur Stevenson and Conor Benn IN STUDIO, Paulo Costa, Morgan Charriere, Chris Algieri, massive weekend reaction 4:27:00

29d ago4:27:00

4:27:00

Ariel Helwani opens the show with a recap of combat sports’ massive weekend, before Petesy and the Boys in the Back join to break down Katie Taylor’s big win over Amanda Serrano on Netflix (02:32). Shakur Stevenson returns to the studio after his statement win over William Zepeda to talk about the fight, his friendship with Terence Crawford, his pr…

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The signings of the summer so far 43:23

1M ago43:23

43:23

Ryan Dilks and Justin Peach each pick out their top 5 signings of the summer so far from the Championship. Some they agree on… Some they DEFINITELY don’t agree on… Please fill out Stak's listener survey! It'll help us learn more about the content you love so we can bring you even more - you'll also be entered into a competition to win one of five P…

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Taylor vs. Serrano 3 Reaction from Madison Square Garden 31:48

1M ago31:48

31:48

Live from Madison Square Garden, Petesy Carroll and Chuck Mindenhall give their immediate reactions to Katie Taylor claiming victory in her trilogy fight against Amanda Serrano. Soaking up the energy from the live arena, The Craic transports you cage side with live sound from the fighter announcements and results (00:13), followed by the duo breaki…

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