This week, THE CASUALS welcome legendary MMA fighter and coach Gilbert Melendez! He reflects on his wild ride—from his unforgettable UFC debut against Benson Henderson to trading blows with Diego Sanchez in a fight that made history. He dives into raw stories of fighting in Japan, hard sparring, and if he would ever fight professionally again. Plus…

This week, the CASUALS welcome back fellow casual Wade Plemons! The boys deep dive into all things UFC 314: Volk breaking MMA curses, why Diego Lopes lost, Paddy being "lightweight DDP", and Bryce Mitchell's mic drop press conference moments. In MMA news, they discuss if Izzy is leaving the UFC, the GFL cancellation, and thoughts on UFC 315. They a…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome undefeated UFC fighter Hyder Amil! He shares his insane origin story, winning a fight with a broken rib, and how he promises to be the first Filipino UFC champion. The boys discuss who he should fight next: Zalal or Kattar, and they give their picks for UFC 314: Volkanovski vs Lopes. Thanks to our sponsors! ➡︎ MyBooki…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome professional MMA and boxing coach Jason Parillo! He spills his stories coaching former UFC champions Michael Bisping, Cris Cyborg, and Tito Ortiz. He dives into prepping Michael Bisping to knockout Luke Rockhold, the truth behind slapping Cris Cyborg, and what it's like building up a fighter's mentality. And as a form…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by Alex Acosta aka LiffGodd to breakdown UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs Brady (and also have a We Out Here reunion #iykyk). The boys debate Belal's standing with the fans, if Jon Jones vs Tom Aspinall will every happen, and if Topuria giving himself a nickname is cringe. They also share their picks for UFC Fight Night…

This week, the CASUALS welcome MMA fighter and coach Jason Mayhem Miller! The set is all laughs as he relives Bully Beatdown days, choking out Sakuraba, fighting GSP with his vaseline leg, and ripping up Ariel Helwani’s set. He also gives the boys much needed insight into making picks for UFC Fight Night: Edwards vs Brady. Thanks to our sponsors!➡︎…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome striking coach and OG combat sports YouTuber Shane Fazen aka fightTIPS to the show! He shares essential fight tips and talks about his journey from posting combat videos online to training with the greats (like sparring with coach Firas). They also give their early picks for ONE 172. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http:…

This week, THE CASUALS analyze UFC 313 and discuss if Ankalaev really won. They also discuss their thoughts on who Justin Gaethje should fight next, Dana White's new boxing league, and if UFC Fight Vettori vs Dolidze is even worth watching. Thanks to our sponsors ! ➡︎ MYBOOKIE! ⁠https://bit.ly/betwithTHECASUAL ⁠ - MyBookie gives YOU an extra bonus …

This week, THE CASUALS talk eye poke controversy with Kape vs Almabayev, slowly losing all the UFC stars, and boxing being incredible boring. They also pick with their hearts for UFC 312 Pereira vs Ankalaev. Thanks to our sponsor - MYBOOKIE! https://bit.ly/betwithTHECASUAL MyBookie gives YOU an extra bonus on up plus a casino chip to use in the cas…

This week, THE CASUALS are briefly joined by two-time UFC Bantamweight Champion, Dominick Cruz. The boys recount the epic showdown between Cannonier and Rodrigues, unpack the Calvin Katter greasing controversy, and give their picks for UFC Fight Night: Cejudo vs Yadong. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA —…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome back Robin to discuss all things UFC 312. The boys also talk who is the greatest heavyweight, Dominick Cruz's retirement, and their Cannonier vs Rodrigues picks. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast hosted by casual fans who know nothing at all. A comedic t…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by fellow casual Wade Plemons of The W.A.D.E. Concept! The boys dive into Wade's recent Misfits boxing match and his beef with KSI. They also breakdown Adesanya vs Imavov and make their picks for UFC 312: DDP vs Strickland 2. Thanks to our sponsor — UNDERDOG! ➡︎ Sign up at https://play.underdogfantasy.com/p-the-cas…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by former MMA fighter and commentator Din Thomas! They chat about his brutal fight against BJ Penn, the state of the UFC today, and he hilariously ranks his fellow UFC commentators. The boys also recap their ONE 170 livestream, the GFL draft, and make their UFC Saudi Arabia picks. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http:…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by the co-founder of Full Violence Sukhmen Nijjar to talk about the wild UFC 311 card and if Merab really deserved the win over Umar. The boys also talk about their experience watching from the stands and the crazy things that happened at the event. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE …

This week, THE CASUALS are back in the studio for their first episode of 2025. The boys breakdown UFC Fight Night Dern vs Ribas 2 and give their picks for the highly anticipated UFC 311: Arman Tsarukyan vs Islam Makhachev. Donate to help those affected by the LA fires:https://www.gofundme.com/f/survive-and-support-altadena SUBSCRIBE to our channel!…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome Rob Ingram (McDojoLife) to shed light on the dark side of the martial arts industry. He shares all about the crazy things that happen in the unregulated martial arts space, from the money schemes to the dangerous practices. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podc…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by fellow casual Alex Acosta to discuss UFC 310 and why the prelims were much more entertaining than the main card. They also make their picks for UFC Fight Night: Colby Covington vs Joaquin Buckley. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast hosted by casual …

This week, THE CASUALS welcome Xtreme Couture coach Eric Nicksick! He shares all his crazy stories coaching Sean Strickland and Francis Ngannou for their title fights, game planning with Tom Aspinall against Jon Jones, and he gives the boys his expertise for UFC 310 picks. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MM…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by the current ONE Women's Strawweight Muay Thai World Champion, Jackie Buntan! She shares about her fighting journey starting at 11 years old, going pro in ONE, and how her insane left hook helped win her title fight . Jollibee, sponsor her! The boys also recap the wild UFC Fight Night Yan vs Figueiredo. SUBSCRIBE…

This week, THE CASUALS react to UFC 309 and analyze the state of the heavyweight division. Will Tom Aspinall vs Jon Jones ever happen? They also discuss Mike Tyson's cheeks and share their thoughts on his performance vs Jake Paul. The boys give their UFC Fight Night: Yan vs. Figueiredo too. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome UFC strawweight veterans and 2Straws podcast hosts Angela Hill & Jessica Penne! They chat about meeting on The Ultimate Fighter, Ronda Rousey their list of corrupt UFC judges, Angela's controversial decision losses, Jessica's USADA drama, and of course their picks for UFC 309: Jones vs Miocic. SUBSCRIBE to our channel…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome two-time UFC bantamweight champion TJ DILLASHAW! In this insane conversation, TJ breaks down his biggest rivalries (Dominic Cruz, Cody Garbrandt), recaps his iconic fights (knee dislocation vs Cory Sandhagen), and shares the TRUTH about leaving Team Alpha Male. He also answers the question on every fans' minds — will …

This week, THE CASUALS cry over UFC 308: Holloway vs Topuria. The boys painfully dissect Topuria's crazy knockout, the respect Ilia has for Max, and Whittaker's teeth post insane Chimaev face crank. Join the boys in their mourning. RIP Max Holloway. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast h…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome professional fighter Uriah Hall! He shares his wild behind the scenes insight into fighting Sean Strickland with kidney failure, the jump spinning back kick KO against Gegard, and fighting Kelvin Gastelum while dealing with organization politics. And be sure to watch his direct call out to Darren Till — do YOU want to…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome former Bellator champion AJ McKee ahead of his fight this weekend against Paul Hughes! He shares his thoughts on winning and losing his belt, why PFL over the UFC, and training with his legendary dad Antonio McKee. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast hosted…

This week, the CASUALS welcome fellow casual Alex Acosta to discuss the crazy night of UFC 307. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast hosted by casual fans who know nothing at all. A comedic take on MMA news and its biggest stars.Business & Sponsorship Inquiries ➡︎ [email protected]…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome UFC welterweight fighter Phil Rowe to the show! He drops insight into all his crazy matches like with Gordon Ryan, making mindset changes after losses, and training with Alex Pereira for UFC 307. He also gives his picks for UFC 307 and shares the secret behind his INSANE right hand. More Phil Instagram ➡︎ https://www.…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome Cutman Brad Tate to the show! He shares all about working in the UFC, beef he has with certain fighters, and how in the world he became a professional cutman. Keep on listening to hear him roast David. More Brad Tate Instagram ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/that_damn_tate SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLf…

This week, the CASUALS are joined by fellow casual Robin who shares his whole epic experienc at UFC Noche! The boys discuss what surprised them from the night and their real feelings about hosting UFC in the sphere. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast hosted by casual fans who know noth…

This week, THE CASUALS react to UFC Fight Night: Burns vs Brady and share their experience at ONE 168 Denver. They also declare their Mount Rushmores of MMA and reveal their picks for UFC 306: O'Malley vs Dvalishvili. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA podcast hosted by casual fans who know not…

This week, THE CASUALS discuss Gordon Ryan watching the pod and FINALLY responding to Nicky Rod. They breakdown UFC Fight Night Cannonier vs Borralho, cover Anderson Silva's son vicious knock out, and worry over the Ilia Topuria footage. Stay tuned for their UFC Fight Night: Burns vs Brady picks and ONE FC Denver picks. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome arguably the greatest grappler in the game, Nicky Rod! Fresh off his $1 million win at CJI, Nicky shares his feelings about the epic weekend and calling out Gordon Ryan (and explains their whole feud). He also spills the 3 most important things for upcoming fighters and what puts him on a whole new level. Stay tuned f…

This week, THE CASUALS discuss the insane fight weekend, covering UFC 305 and the first annual CJI. The boys recap CJI highlights, Craig Jones vs Gordan Ryan, and give DDP his flowers. They also share their picks for UFC Fight Night: Cannonier vs Borralho. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — The #1 MMA pod…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome professional Muay Thai fighter Eddie Abasolo! He talks all about his insane fights that put him on the map, maybe fighting MMA, and the boys finally learn ONE FC scoring...sort of. Listen on to hear who gets to feel the full power of his leg kick. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6More Eddie AbasoloIns…

This week, THE CASUALS cover UFC 304: Leon vs Belal and discuss why Belal won. Tom Aspinall’s polite call out makes them laugh and Moicano’s call out is the standard. Mokaev is messing up with the UFC. And of course, the boys give their picks for Sandhagen vs Nurmagomedov. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome comedian and fellow MMA casual JT Parr. The boys break down their predictions for UFC 304. JT loves Leon's body. Nick still believes in King Green's hair. Gilbert chooses Belal. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 More JT Parr ➡︎ https://www.instagram.com/jtparr14➡︎ https://www.youtube.com/@Chadandjtgod…

This week, THE CASUALS breakdown Cortez vs Namajunas, fanboy over Jean Silva, and talk Trump’s next UFC appearance. David addresses our viral Izzy clip, Nick is over Dagestanis, and Gilbert speaks Mandarin. And of course, Amanda Lemos vs Virna Jandiroba picks at the end. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA …

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by fellow casual @Liffgodd aka Alex Acosta. They cover Izzy vs DDP, Diaz vs Masvidal, notable OneFC fights, and of course picks for Namajunas vs Cortez.SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who really know nothing, but somet…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome pro MMA and Muay Thai fighter Anthony Kalani! He shares his journey in fighting and now his transition to coaching with a professional MMA fight coming up. The boys also talk all their picks from UFC 303 and discuss how they were very, very wrong. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUAL…

This week, THE CASUALS chat the Robert Whittaker vs Ikram Aliskerov UFC Fight Night, Jiri defeating Pereira's dark magic, and their predictions for UFC 303. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who really know nothing, but sometimes have hot takes.Listen on…

This week, THE CASUALS chat about Logan Paul humbling Bradley Martyn, Alex Pereira vs Jiri now in for UFC 303, Israel Adesanya vs DDP for UFC 305, and Khamzat pulling out of fight with Ikram Aliskerov stepping in. Also, David apologizes to Raul Rosas Jr. and the boys start their weight loss challenge. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzL…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by UFC referee Herb Dean! They talk all things refereeing from eye pokes, being threatened by fighters, and the crazy things heard in the cage. Herb also revisits his Askren/Lawler and Hill/Pereira calls. Listen until the end to hear Herb offer David a job?!More Herb Deanhttps://www.herbdean.comhttps://www.provingg…

This week, THE CASUALS discuss the super competitive nature of UFC 302: Islam Makhachev vs Dustin Poirier.SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who really know nothing, but sometimes have hot takes.Listen on Apple ➡︎ http://apple.co/3LzcOLvListen on Spotify …

This week, THE CASUALS discuss the very anticipated UFC 302 featuring Islam Makhachev vs. Dustin Poirier and Sean Strickland vs. Paulo Costa. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who really know nothing, but sometimes have hot takes.Listen on Apple ➡︎ http:…

This week, THE CASUALS are joined by boxing coach and FightCamp founding trainer Phillip Shirdan Jr. aka Coach PJ. They talk all things boxing, sharing takes on Lomachenko vs Kambosos, the odds of Tyson knocking out Jake, and the Ryan Garcia weight controversy. Listen until the end to hear their picks for the Nate Diaz vs Jorge Masvidal boxing matc…

This week, THE CASUALS chat about UFC Fight Night: Derrick Lewis and Rodrigo Nascimento, Tony Ferguson calling out McGregor, and the Paulo Costa curse. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6 Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who really know nothing, but sometimes have hot takes. Listen on Ap…

This week, the CASUALS are back together talking all things UFC 301 - Brazil's disrespect, Michel Pereira's insane backflips, and Anthony Smith's win. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who really know nothing, but sometimes have hot takes.Listen on Apple…

This week, THE CASUALS welcome the incomparable Taekwondo national champion and Muay Thai fighter Dua Shkara! She spills on all it takes to succeed in the Taekwondo world and her journey transitioning to become a professional Muay Thai figther. The boys also learn all the mobility and flexibility secrets, and everyone meets David's extra limb. More…

This week, THE CASUALS are shocked about the craziness that Ryan Garcia pulled off. They also talk about Dana White's UFC 300 clap back video, the insane price tag for McGregor vs Chandler, and YOUR casual questions. SUBSCRIBE to our channel! ➡︎ http://bit.ly/3nzLfZ6Welcome to THE CASUALS MMA — a combat sports and MMA show hosted by casual fans who…

This week, THE CASUALS go nuts recapping the EPIC UFC 300 weekend! Robin shares his stories sitting ringside with the wild crowd and Alex proves all the UFC 300 haters wrong. The boys of course breakdown the insane showdown between Max Holloway and Justin Gaethje, and share their other reactions to this historic UFC night. SUBSCRIBE to our channel!…