Good Guy / Bad Guy

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…DC & Chael are still in shock at what’s being considered the biggest upset in NCAA Wrestling History! DC was on the call for the Championships and is reliving the epic moment when Olympic Gold Medalist Gable Stevenson was dethroned by Wyatt Hendrickson in a wild Heavyweight title clash. Find out if the guys think MMA is next for Stevenson following his loss. Plus, Sean Brady just put Philly on the map and the entire Welterweight division on notice after a dominant win over the former Champ Leon Edwards at Fight Night 254 in the UK. So, is Sean the real deal? Is Leon done? Then, Tom Aspinall is on a mission to troll Jon Jones and he’s doing so with a rubber ducky? But is the gimmick genius or corny? And, you do NOT want to miss DC & Chael remembering the late Boxing Legend George Foreman. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 March 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Tom Aspinall’s father is calling for Jon Jones to vacate the Heavyweight title after reports that he wants six months to prepare for the title fight once the contracts are signed. The guys weigh in on what they’d do if they were in Aspinall’s shoes as the interim Champ. Then, this week in MMA History it was a UFC Fight Night in London for the books! We look back at UFC Fight Night 204: Volkov vs Aspinall in 2022 where a record nine performance bonuses went to every fighter with a finish. So, will this weekend’s Fight Night in London follow suit with Leon Edwards and Sean Brady headlining the card at O2 arena? And the NCAA Wrestling Championships kick off on ESPN this week and DC is on the mic for the event! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 March 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Is Islam Makhachev duckin’ Ilia Topuria? Does Topuria deserve an immediate title shot in the Lightweight division after vacating his Featherweight belt? Find out which matchups the guys want to see next at 155lbs. Plus, there’s a new group of Champs in the UFC with a combined record of 53-0-1 that some fans are calling boring. The guys discuss why they believe this new era of title holders are underappreciated. Then, the UFC is coming to Iowa! And the Bad Guy’s taking credit for Bo Nikal’s matchup on the card against Reinier de Ridder. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 March 2025

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…There’s a new Champ in the Light Heavyweight division and his name is Big Ank? That’s what Magomed Ankalaev wants to be known as after silencing doubters with a Unanimous Decision win over Alex Pereira at UFC 313. But do the guys want to see an immediate rematch? And Ankalaev is taking shots at EVERYONE! And he’s doing it like a seasoned pro. Find out if the Bad Guy himself believes Ankalaev could be the UFC’s new Bad Guy? Plus, Justin Gaethje is baaaaack after defeating Rafael Fiziev in a rematch that earned him the Fight of the Night Bonus and you do NOT want to miss who the fellas want to see him fight next! Then, it’s another win for the Fighting Nerds after Mauricio Ruffy knocks out King Green with a nasty spinning heel kick! Leaving us with the question…have we ever seen anything like the rise of the Fighting Nerds? And, find out why DC & Chael want to add Robbie Lawler’s picture in the dictionary.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 March 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…We celebrate one year of Good Guy/Bad Guy! After 365 (ish) days it’s no secret that the Bad Guy may mispronounce the names of fighters from time to time, so we’re putting him on the spot with a fun game you do NOT want to miss! Plus, UFC 313 is almost here and there’s a lot of questions surrounding the highly anticipated main event between Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira and #1 contender Magomed Ankalaev. So, is the trash talk real? What if the fight goes to the ground? Has Pereira’s celebrity status taken him away from preparing for this fight? And, are people disrespecting Justin Gaethje ahead of his rematch against Rafael Fiziev? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 March 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did the Champ Alex Pereira just pull the ultimate power move on Magomed Ankalaev ahead of their Light Heavyweight Title Fight at UFC 313? Poatan is putting his money where his mouth is by challenging Ankalaev to a bet where the loser must donate $200k to the charity of the winner’s choice. Plus, is that Bull$#@t the guy’s smell? Get ready for Good Guy / Bad Guy’s BS Meter and find out if they’re calling BS on some of the boldest claims from the two men at the top of the marquee! Then, good promotion or bad move? DC & Chael react to the UFC releasing a new angle of the brutal knockout of Justin Gaethje at UFC 300 just days before his fight against Rafael Fiziev. And John Cena turns heel and DC’s wrestling team takes home gold at the CIF Championship! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 March 2025

Today, Daniel Cormier & Chael Sonnen recap an action-packed UFC Fight Night from Seattle this past weekend, headlined by the controversial finish between Henry Cejudo & Song Yadong. How should the eye poke have been handled by all parties and where does Cejudo go from here, now a loser of 3 straight since he returned from retirement? In retrospect, was Triple C's retirement in 2020 the worst career decision he could have made? In the co main event, Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez continued his hot streak by defeating Brendan Allen... Is Fluffy a new contender at 185 lbs.? DC has an idea who his next fight should be against! Plus, find out why Jean Silva's callout may have eclipsed his performance inside the octagon. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 February 2025

Dana White took to social media on Wednesday night and gave fight fans the news they have been waiting to hear about the UFC 314 and UFC 315 PPV fight cards. Volk vs Lopes…Chandler vs Paddy…Belal vs JDM! DC and Chael take a break from coaching TUF to break down all the big matchups and discuss who could be next for Ilia Topuria now that he will vacate the Featherweight belt. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 February 2025

DC and Chael are back for another episode in the middle of filming TUF Season 33. The guys dive into what their life has been like, living in Vegas and leading their camps. Also, GSP was at the 4 Nations Faceoff this past weekend where 3 fights broke out in 10 seconds, would the guys ever fight on the ice? Jared Cannonier gets back in the win column this weekend with a knockout of Gregory Rodrigues. At 40 years old, what's next for the Killa Gorilla in a tight middleweight division? Andre Petroski called out Bo Nickal this past weekend and listen to who Chael think is next for the rising contender. Alex Pereira was spotted with Drake in Australia 3 weeks before his title fight. Hear how concerned the guys are with his next title defense right around the corner.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 February 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…a beef is brewing with DC & Chael as they begin filming Season 33 of The Ultimate Fighter. So, will things come to blows between the opposing coaches? Or will their two current UFC Welterweight Coaches, Colby Covington and Michael Chiesa end up scrapping at the end of the season? Plus, it’s the case of a Legend vs Legend in Dustin Poirier’s upcoming retirement fight. So, which legend should meet the Diamond inside the octagon when he makes his final walk? Then, Israel Adesanya is clearing the air with the one referee at the center of his two controversial stoppages. You do NOT want to miss what the Good Guy & the Bad Guy have to say about Izzy’s face to face with Marc Goddard. And, in our Black History Month Spotlight we’re giving flowers to the 1st Black UFC Commentator…the late NFL Hall of Famer & Civil Rights Activist Jim Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 February 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…And Still! Dricus Du Plessis is fresh off his win at UFC 312 against Sean Strickland to retain his Middleweight Title, but did he drop the ball in his post-fight callout? And did Strickland’s mouth write a check his ass couldn’t cash? Find out if the guys believe he’s really who he says he is. Plus, Strawweight Champ Zhang just put on a clinic against Tatiana Suarez…so, did her dominant performance prove she’s the best fighter on the entire UFC roster? And future UFC Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz announces his retirement from the sport following a recent shoulder injury. You do NOT want to miss what the Good Guy & Bad Guy remember most about Dom and why Cheeseburgers are at the top of their minds when looking back at their favorite moments with the former Bantamweight King! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 February 2025

On this episode of Good Guy Bad Guy…take cover because Sean Strickland has a microphone, and no one is safe ahead of his rematch with Middleweight Champ Dricus Du Plessis. Find out what the guys think about the trash talk between the two and how it may play a factor when they step back inside the octagon. Then, is Alex Pereira risking his own career by helping Sean Strickland prepare in Australia? Plus, find out if will DC & Chael take a “trip” with Suga Rashad when the UFC Hall of Famer “Suga” Rashad Evans joins the show. Breaking News…The Good Guy and Bad Guy reveal their full Coaching Teams for the Ultimate Fighter. And, plot twist…the choices in two of their coaches could end up in a straight up brawl between a pair of current UFC fighters! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 February 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did we just witness Father Time catch up to former Middleweight Champ Isreal Adesanya? DC & Chael break down what it’s like to live by the sword and die by the sword. And, what they want next for the Last Stylebender. Then, did MVP’s performance against Shara Bullet prove that his unique fighting style is the hardest to compete against in all of MMA? Plus, WWE Legend CM Punk joins the show following his performance at Royale Rumble. After being eliminated by Logan Paul in the match the guys want to know, what’s next for WWE Star? And, find out who CM Punk want to slap the sh#t out of. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 February 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Former Middleweight Champ Israel Adesanya makes the walk to the octagon this weekend in his first non-title fight in 6 years at UFC Saudi Arabia. He faces #5 Nassourdine Imavov and says it doesn’t matter if he loses his next 10 fights because it won’t affect his legacy. So, is the cement already set on the legacy of the Last Stylebender? Do they guys consider him the GOAT at Middleweight? Plus, is Sharaputdin Magomedov (Shara Bullet) being fed to the wolves in his matchup against a star like Michael Venom Page or is this the ultimate “must win” for MVP? And, who will be the last man standing at this years Royal Rumble? You do NOT want to miss the wild predications from the Good Guy and the Bad Guy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 January 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Would DC ever hang out with his nemesis Jon Jones? That’s the question after Israel Adesanya and Robert Whittaker almost broke the internet when they recently hung out and trained together. The two joined forces ahead of Izzy’s first non-title fight since 2019 this weekend against Nassourdine Imavov in a 5-round Middleweight bout. So, what’s Izzy’s purpose if he’s not fighting for the title? Plus, Usman Nurmagomedov continues his unbeaten 19-0 streak after defending his Bellator Lightweight Title at PFL Dubai. But how would he stack up against the 155 division in the UFC? Find out if the guys rank him in the Top 5 of the best Lightweights in the world. And Aline Pereira the sister of UFC Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira is making noise in the fight world, putting together some impressive wins outside of the UFC. That’s why DC & Chael are laying out their favorite fighting siblings in MMA history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 27 January 2025

On today’s episode of Good Guy & Bad Guy, we recap all things UFC 311. Chael says he looks up to Islam while Dana White FINALLY calls Islam the pound-for-pound king… What is left for Islam to accomplish? Can he become the star this is mentor, Khabib, became? Also, it’s time to put some respect on Merab’s name! Following his 1st title defense, did he turn doubters into believers? Will we see Merab vs O’Malley 2 next? Plus… Jiri wants a 3rd crack at Alex Pereira… do the guys think the outcome would be any different than the first two instances? And, Good Guy vs Bad Guy! What will the upcoming season of The Ultimate Fighter look like?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 20 January 2025

The Good Guy and the Bad Guy are back together at the Intuit Dome in Los Angeles for the first pay-per-view of the year. Chael has beef with RC? He explains why. They preview UFC 311 and discuss Khabib's recent comments about retirement for good. What does Islam breaking Khabib's lightweight title defense record do for his legacy? Find out their thoughts on Islam's growth as a fighter. Merab Dvalishvili has been vocal about feeling disrespected in the lead up to fighting Umar Nurmagomedov, but will this affect him in his first title defense? And with two powerful Light-heavyweights in Jamahal Hill and Jiri Prochazka light up the main card this weekend...what's at stake for them?  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 January 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Could you imagine being the person who has to remove Khabib Nurmagomedov from a flight? The guys react to the incident with the UFC Hall of Famer that has now gone viral. Plus, Coach Abdulmanap Nurmagomedov has left a legendary legacy in the MMA world. Between Khabib Nurmagomedov, Islam Makhachev, Umar Nurmagomedov, and Usman Nurmagomedov they hold a record of 91-1. So, are we witnessing the era of Dagestani Domination? And, will Islam surpass Khabib as the Lightweight GOAT with a win over Arman Tsarukyan at UFC 311? Then DC & Chael recap the first Fight Night of the year! So, did Mackenzie Dern blow her shot at the title? And, should refs be judged on their performance too? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 January 2025

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Future Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz joins the show to discuss what could be the final fight of his legendary career February 22nd against Rob Font. So, what does he think about being on the same card as the guy he wanted to fight…Henry Cejudo? Why did he take the fight vs Rob Font, and why is he now deciding to lay his gloves down and retire? Plus, you do not want to miss Dom playing “The Name Game” with DC & Chael. Then, is it a good or bad move turning down a fight against UFC Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira? Find out if the Good Guy or Bad Guy ever turned down a fight, they didn’t think they could win. Mackenzie Dern or Amanda Ribas? Chael makes his prediction for the 1st Main Event of 2025. And, someone wanted all the smoke with DC at a recent wrestling match, but who is he? It’s a story you must hear! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 January 2025

We’re Baaaaaaaaaaaack! On the very first episode of the new year, the guys are answering some of the biggest hypothetical questions in the MMA world. So, what will happen in 2025? Will Jon Jones get paid $30 Million to fight Tom Aspinall? Will Conor McGregor box Logan Paul, then make his long-awaited UFC return? Will the GOAT Amanda Nunes return for some unfinished business? You do NOT wanna miss what DC & Chael are saying about those questions and much more as we kick off the new year! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 January 2025

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…Joaquin Buckley is coming off the biggest win of his career after calming the chaos of Colby Covington and one of the guys believes he could be unbeatable in the Welterweight Division. So, who should be next in line for Buckley? Plus, Chael pulls back the curtain on cornering Covington, throwing in the towel, and making the walk to the octagon with wrestling Legend Hulk Hogan. Find out what Chael says the Hulkster taught him that absolutely blew his mind and why DC may apply his teachings in the bedroom. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 December 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Alexandre Pantoja is calling out Demetrious Johnson, the Flyweight GOAT following his win against UFC newcomer Kai Asakura. Find out which one of the guys believes we may be witnessing a better version of Mighty Mouse currently ruling the division. Plus, we discuss all the drama surrounding UFC 311. Islam Makhachev and Nate Diaz throw bottles at each other, Merab Dvalishvili gets into an altercation with Umar Nurmagomedov and a fan, and Jamahal Hill and Alex Pereira almost throw hands at the UFC Performance Institute! Then, the Main and Co Main events for UFC 312 in Australia have been announced and DC & Chael are reacting to the rematch for the Middleweight strap between Dricus Du Plessis and Sean Strickland, and Tatiana Suarez’ shot at the Strawweight Title against the Champ Zhang Weili. And you do NOT want to miss the guys sharing what it was like for them asking a girl out back in the day! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 December 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…the final PPV of 2024 is here and future Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz joins the show to break down UFC 310, troll DC, and reveal who he wants to fight next! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 6 December 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…The final PPV of the year is almost here and the card for UFC 310 is deep! Can you guess which matchup the guys are most excited to see? Is it Shavkat Rakhmonov vs Ian Machado Garry, Vicente Luque vs Themba Gorimbo, or Alexandre Pantoja vs Kai Asakura? DC & Chael lay out their top 3 fights from the card to wrap up 2024. Plus, the Welterweight division is already making waves for what’s to come next year. Jorge Masvidal says he’s turning up the heat in Miami for his UFC return after hanging it up in 2023. And the former Champ Leon “Rocky” Edwards announced his return to headline in London! But who should they fight when they make that walk to the octagon? The Good Guy & the Bad Guy are doing some matchmaking that you don’t want to miss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 2 December 2024

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…Jon Jones says he’s already back in training camp, but the guys aren’t necessarily believing the hype. Why they feel there’s only one fight to make for the Heavyweight Champ. Plus, after Petr Yan put on a masterclass against Deiveson Figueiredo and called out the Champ Merab Dvalishvili…DC is putting on his matchmaker hat and breaking down who the biggest names in the Bantamweight division should fight next. But will the Bad Guy be on board for his matchups? Plus, you do NOT want to miss who DC says Dominick Cruz’s last dance should be against before he hangs it up. And find out which dishes are making the cut this Thanksgiving at the Cormier and Sonnen households. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 25 November 2024

On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, Daniel & Chael continue their conversation around UFC 309, this time focusing on Charles Oliveira vs Michael Chandler. Even in defeat, Michael Chandler seemed to be victorious... has he reached the point of his career where wins & losses don't matter but just entertaining the fans does? Is Conor McGregor still the fight that makes the most sense for Chandler following UFC 309? Plus, while Bo Nickal remained undefeated last weekend, there were many detractors following his performance and Chael P was one of them. Where does the former all-american wrestler go from here and who might he face next as he tries to climb the ranks in the middleweight division? And, massive stakes this weekend in Macau, China as 2 former champions face off between Petr Yan & Deiveson Figueiredo... Can either man do enough to put themselves at the front of the line for a bantamweight title shot? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 November 2024

On a brand new episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, Daniel Cormier & Chael Sonnen make their case if Jon Jones deserves to be the #1 Pound-For-Pound fighter in the UFC. Following his win, Jones continued to dismiss Tom Aspinall and a potential heavyweight clash... By doing this, is Jones making this fight bigger than it already was? If/When Jones vs Aspinall takes place, how DC think these two matchup and why does Chael think the oddsmakers have this fight wrong already!? Plus, why did Mike Tyson step into the ring against Jake Paul!? And how is this indicative of the state of boxing right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 18 November 2024

UFC 309 is finally here! DC and Chael are back talking Jones and Miocic. So has DC seen Jon Jones? Hear why it involves one of them taking a walk. Does Jones dismissing Tom Aspinall taint his legacy? Chael is all in on the new look Stipe, but can he get it done against the greatest to ever do it? See what Chael has to say. Michael Chandler returns to the octagon and hear who DC compares him too. It may surprise you. Plus, what’s at stake for Charles Oliveira. And, the guys chat about undefeated rising star Bo Nickal.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 November 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…It’s the clash of the GOATS when Jon Jones defends his Heavyweight Title against Stipe Miocic at UFC 309. DC and Chael have some experience sharing the octagon with them -- so, who is the most dangerous wrestler, who could gas out first, and who has more to lose with a loss? It’s a unique perspective you can’t get anywhere else! Then, this week in MMA history…three years ago Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira made his UFC debut, and the rest is history! The guys take a trip down memory lane to highlight arguably the greatest rise to the top in the history of the sport! Plus, are fortune cookies the key to the success of the Good Guy & Bad Guy? You do not want to miss what they’re revealing about some specific fortunes they’ve unwrapped. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 November 2024

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy…Max Holloway says he’s officially done at Featherweight and is starting a new chapter at 155 in the Lightweight division. So, is the Blessed One’s weight cut the culprit for hanging it up at 145lbs? Find out when DC & Chael knew it was time for them to stop the weight cuts and move up divisions for good. Then, Derrick Lewis called DC a “Piece of S#@T” during fight week in Edmonton, Canda then pulled out of his fight and disappeared. So, what happened? Good Guy/Bad Guy’s lead Investigator Chael P. Sonnen is on the case! And, why the Flyweight Division needs Brandon Moreno & what Erin Blanchfield did right vs Rose Namajunas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 4 November 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did Ilia Topuria just cement himself as the Fighter of the Year after knocking out Max Holloway, one of the greatest Featherweights of all time? Or is Alex Pereira still at the top of that list? Plus, find out if DC & Chael fall victim to recency bias when it comes to the conversation of the greatest and most powerful punchers of all time in the Featherweight division. Plus, according to Max Holloway we likely watched his last fight at Featherweight during UFC 308. So, what’s his future at Lightweight? Then, DC broke the internet when he shared a gruesome picture of the damage Khamzat Chimaev did to the teeth of Robert Whittaker. Get the backstory on the picture that flooded your timeline. And, is Khamzat the scariest dude in the UFC? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 28 October 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…He’s undefeated, confident, and even smells good according to DC, but is he one punch away from ending an era in the Featherweight division? The guy’s debate whether a win for the newly crowned Champ Ilia Topuria against Max Holloway at UFC 308 could determine whether Holloway’s best days are behind him. Plus, Topuria is tearing a page right out of the Bad Guy’s playbook - trolling Holloway with a fake BMF Belt. So, is the Bad Guy impressed by the move or does he believe El Matador missed the mark? Then, Robert Whittaker and Khamzat Chimaev are scheduled for a 5 round Co Main Event in Abu Dhabi but is Chimaev ready to go to war for 25 minutes with the Reaper? And, find out the new nickname DC has for the Chechen Wolf. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 24 October 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Who is the best Heavyweight in MMA? After Francis Ngannou’s impressive finish over Renan Ferreira some are crowning him King of the division. But do the guys agree? Find out why one of them says a guy who’s never fought at Heavyweight is hands down the best in that weight class. Then, Featherweight Champ Ilia Topuria is channeling his inner Matador by taking shots at Max Holloway ahead of UFC 308 in Abu Dhabi. So, is his strategy to get under the skin of the ‘Blessed One’ working? Will it be a key factor when going in for the kill once the octagon doors close? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 21 October 2024

DC & Chael are back with another full show and the guys are talking retirement. The boss says Dustin shouldn’t retire and hear why the guys never thought he would in the first place. We play matchmaker for Dustin and you’d be surprised to hear who they think is next. "Cowboy" Cerrone says he is coming out of retirement…the guys react to seeing his return. One may be a familiar opponent. Lastly, Francis Ngannou makes his return to the octagon this weekend as he takes on Renan Ferreira at the Battle of the Giants in Saudi Arabia. What should we expect to see from Francis in his first MMA fight in almost 3 years? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 17 October 2024

Did Dan Hooker just hit the ultimate MMA jackpot?? On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, DC & Chael dive into the recent Conor McGregor call out of Dan Hooker. Even if this fight does not end up happening, what does this do for Hooker's future aspirations for a massive fight. Plus, Dana White finally announced UFC 310, the final PPV of 2024, headlined by Belal Muhammad vs Shavkat Rakhmonov... Is this the best vs best in the welterweight division? Also on that card is the return of Nick Diaz, but what are some of the concerns the guys have regarding if we even see Diaz make the walk come December. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 14 October 2024

On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, DC & Chael dive into the war of words between Ilia Topuria & Max Holloway ahead of their featherweight title fight at UFC 308. Did the guys think that either fighter got a leg up on each other during their sit-down? Do the oddsmakers have this fight right, should Holloway be the underdog? Also, what did Chael have to say when he found out that Jake Paul said he would be able to stand with Alex Pereira in a boxing match? And, DC encounters a foe from his past and leaves Chael with a cliffhanger. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 10 October 2024

On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, DC & Chael dive into just how big of a star is Alex Pereira. One of the guys believe Pereira is on the same level as Dwyane "The Rock" Johnson! Is it too soon to be placing Poatan in the G.O.A.T conversation of not only light heavyweights, but in UFC history? Will it be middleweight, light heavyweight or heavyweight next for the reigning champion? Plus, Julianna Pena regained her bantamweight title, but proceeded to butcher her opportunity on the microphone... What should she have done and why Kayla Harrison could have done more herself. And Joaquin Buckley cemented himself as a threat in the welterweight division... Kamaru Usman next? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 7 October 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…the fellas are on the road in Salt Lake City, Utah where we’ve seen CRAZY Championship knockouts the past two years! So, will history repeat itself in the UFC 307 main event between Light Heavyweight Champ Alex Pereira and Khalil Roundtree Jr.? One of the guys is doubling down on his hot take that Roundtree Jr. will knockout Pereira. Plus, there’s a 4-way tournament going down on the main card in the Women’s Bantamweight division where the winners will likely face-off next year for the title. UFC newcomer Kayla Harrison is taking on #3 ranked Ketlen Vieira but she already has the attention of the Champ Raquel Pennington and former Champ Julianna Peña. So, what should Kayla say in the post-fight interview if she secures the win? Well, the Bad Guy himself is stepping into her shoes with a callout for the ages! Hey Kayla…take notes.   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 3 October 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Flippin’ birds in Paris & becoming the Bad Guy. That’s what Bryan “The Butcher” Battle just did during the Fight Night in France, and it was something special to witness! Chael, the Bad Guy himself takes you inside the mind of one of the best heels MMA has ever seen. Plus, did we just witness the Knockout of the Year? Then, Chael bought a book because Renato Moicano told him too! And, UFC 307 is just days away and Alex Pereira and Khalil Roundtree Jr. are at the top of the marquee. We tap into the moment Khalil saw himself on the UFC 307 billboard and take a trip down memory lane to when DC & Chael first saw theirs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 30 September 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Remember what Conor McGregor did 10 years ago this week? Well, the guys are taking a stroll down memory lane to 2014 before McGregor’s fame when he fought Dustin Poirier for the first time and won via KO/TKO. What they remember most about the rise of McGregor and will we ever see him knock out anyone again? Then, we’re taking you back 12 years when Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson cemented his name in history as the very first UFC Flyweight Champion. And, is the era of “Big Name Stars” almost over when it comes to current UFC Champions? DC & Chael break down the state of UFC Champs and the Bad Guy himself lists the ones he thinks should turn Villain. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 23 September 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…It’s official! Jon Jones will take on Stipe Miocic for the Heavyweight Title at Madison Square Garden this November. But this could likely be the last fight for both fighters. Does that mean they’re afraid to lose to Interim Heavyweight Champ Tom Aspinall? Well, one of our guys seem to believe so. Plus, Dana White drops a bombshell that Charles Oliveira is next for Michael Chandler and NOT Conor McGregor. Is this a smart move for Michael Chandler and is it a wrap for Conor McGregor inside the octagon? And, DC visited Merab Dvalishvili at his home following his massive win over Sean O’Malley and explains why he really is “The Machine”. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 September 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Did we just witness the biggest moment in MMA history? All eyes were on the sporting phenomenon known as Noche UFC at Sphere and DC & Chael are pulling back the curtain on its mesmerizing production with a glimpse of what it was like being part of the once in a lifetime event. And with some of the biggest names in Boxing choosing to be at Noche UFC instead of the Canelo Alvarez fight, has MMA officially surpassed Boxing? Plus, there’s a new name at the top of the Bantamweight division…Merab “The Machine” Dvalishvili. After dominating Sean O’Malley on the ground, did he completely expose and put an end to the “Suga Show”? And, Valentina Shevchenko has reclaimed her throne as Queen of the Women’s Flyweight Division but did she blow her opportunity on the mic after running through Alexa Grasso? The Bad Guy thinks so! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 16 September 2024

It’s finally here! UFC 306 NOCHE UFC is finally upon us and Chael and DC are inside sphere to break it all down. DC and Chael discuss the magnitude of this event the UFC is putting on at sphere. What will the atmosphere be like Saturday night? And Dana White said he’s leaving easter eggs inside the movie that will air during the event and one lucky viewer will get $25,000. What are the guys’ thoughts on that? Plus, what does it mean for Sean O’Malley to headline this once in a lifetime event and is he the biggest star in the UFC with a win? And what did Chael tweet? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 12 September 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…UFC Noche at Sphere is almost here and we’re breaking down the Main Event between Bantamweight Champ Sean O’Malley and Merah Dvalishvili, a sharp shooting sniper on the feet vs an elite grappler. It’s a matchup similar to that of Chael vs Anderson Silva and the Bad Guy himself is giving you unique insight on the fear, anxiety, and preparation taking on a dangerous striker like the Spider. Plus, find out what DC & Chael believe we’re going to see when Brian Ortega finally takes on Diego Lopes. Then, the guys break down the UFC’s very 1st Women’s Championship Trilogy between Alexa Grasso and Valentina Shevchenko. DC is pulling back the curtain on his experience fighting for the Heavyweight title three times against Stipe Miocic. And, DC & Chael are giving flowers to one of the greatest to ever do it - Demetrious ”Mighty Mouse” Johnson after his announcement to retire from the sport. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 9 September 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…Throwing back beers, taco tours and dancing in Mexico? Is Merab Dvalishvili trolling us with his social media antics or is he really about that life days out from his first title fight against Sean O’Malley at Sphere? DC shares a never before told story of him “drinking” the night before his last wrestling match that you do NOT want to miss. Plus, Alex Pereira says he wants to go back down to Middleweight one more time to fight Dricus DuPlessis for the belt. So, what’s his motivation? The Good Guy & Bad Guy have their theories. And, a Welterweight banger is on deck with Gilbert Burns taking on Sean Brady that could get one closer to a shot at the title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 5 September 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…From callout to title shot? First, Caio Borralho called out #5 ranked Middleweight Jared Cannonier when he wasn’t even in the top 10. Then, he got the fight, beat him, and called out the Champ Dricus Du Plessis! Now, the leader of the Fighting Nerds could soon see himself at the top of the Middleweight Food Chain fighting for the title. DC & Chael are breaking down the importance of the callout and revealing the worst callouts of their careers! Plus, the UFC’s only Coach-Analyst Din Thomas joins the show to pull back the curtain on everything…from the Do’s and Don’ts during fight camps to what could make his former student the GOAT Amanda Nunes come out of retirement. You do NOT want to miss MMA’s three favorite Uncles talk shop! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 26 August 2024

On this episode of Good Guy / Bad Guy…They say “you don’t have to post everything on social media.” (especially when it’s a fresh cut you suffered just a few weeks out from a title fight) Well, Bantamweight Champ Sean O’Malley may have an advantage over Merab Dvalishvili after “The Machine” took to his socials to show off a fresh cut over his eyebrow. So, what does it mean for their upcoming fight at UFC Noche going down at Sphere? Plus, there’s a new Light Heavyweight title contender and his name is Khalil Roundtree Jr. He’s ranked #8, coming off a suspension for a failed drug test and was just scheduled to take on Alex Pereira for the title at UFC 307. You do NOT want to miss the hot take from one of the guys about the outcome of that matchup. And, a Women’s Bantamweight Showcase is on deck for UFC 307! Julianna Peña is aiming to get her title back, but she has to get through the current Champ Raquel Pennington. Then, Ketlen Vieira faces off against UFC Newcomer Kayla Harrison. So, could these matchups be laying the groundwork to bring “The Lioness” Amanda Nunes out her den of retirement? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 22 August 2024

On today's episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy, DC + Chael wants everyone to know that it is time to put respect on Dricus Du Plessis' name following a 3rd straight win over a former champion. Will Sean Strickland be next for DDP or should he move up to 205 and challenge the reigning LHW champion, Alex Pereira? Plus, facing his first losing streak in the UFC, what lies ahead for Israel Adesanya? Also, Dan Hooker has rejuvenated his career and has now cemented himself as a top 5 contender in a stacked lightweight division. Who do our guys want to see the hangman take on next? And, Dana White stated last week that Conor McGregor is not fighting in 2024... Why does Chael both believe that but also believe Conor when he says December is on? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 19 August 2024

On this episode of Good Guy/Bad Guy... Bad Blood reigns supreme! With UFC 305 this weekend, DC & Chael dive into the bad blood between middleweight champion Driscus Du Plessis and title challenger Israel Adesanya. How will the animosity impact this fight, and does this fight mean more than just winning the championship? Also, with Adesanya finally taking some time away from the sport, will we see the best version of the last stylebender this Saturday? Plus, what is at stake for both Dan Hooker & Mateusz Gamrot this weekend as they fight for top lightweight contention? And, with the Paris Olympics wrapped up, how do the guys think the US wrestling team faired overseas? One answer may surprise you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 13 August 2024

On this episode of of Good Guy/Bad Guy, DC & Chael discuss if there needs to be an interim lightweight title fight with Islam Makhachev injured. Islam injured means he will not headline the UFC PPV in abu dhabi, so that opened the door for a new main event.... Ilia Topuria vs Max Holloway for the featherweight championship. Do the odds maker have this right, should Ilia be a favorite over the reigning BMF champion? Plus, with Robert Whittaker vs Khamzat Chimaev getting re booked for UFC 308, is this the definitive #1 contender's fight at middleweight? And, why does Chael believe that we are one step closer to a superfight between Alex Pereira and Tom Aspinall? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Transcribed - Published: 8 August 2024