Best Performing Arts Vegas Podcasts (2025)

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BTL Thanksgiving Edition | Arman Tsarukyan Shines, Who's Next For Islam Makhahev, More 1:34:30

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4d ago1:34:30

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Arman Tsarukyan staked his claim as the top lightweight contender in the UFC with a spectacular performance against Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Qatar this past Saturday, and he wants his chance at Ilia Topuria and his world title. Will the performance, and timing, work out for Tsarukyan, or will he have to watch Paddy Pimblett fight for the…

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown Reacts to Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua, Who Should Get the Next Shot at Islam Makhachev 1:17:42

4d ago1:17:42

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC Qatar including who is actually going to get the next shot at lightweight champion Ilia Topuria and did Ian Machado Garry make a compelling argument that he should be fighting Islam Makhachev for the welterweight title? Plus we r…

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On To the Next One: What's Next For Arman Tsarukyan, Ian Machado Garry After UFC Qatar? 1:15:53

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Arman Tsarukyan believes he has done enough to challenge Ilia Topuria for the UFC lightweight title following his incredible performance against Dan Hooker in the main event of UFC Qatar. Will the UFC reward Tsarukyan with a title shot, or will Tsarukyan have to wait and watch Paddy Pimblett get the shot at Topuria first? On an all-new edition of O…

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UFC Qatar Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Arman Tsarukyan Destroying Dan Hooker, Calling Out Ilia Topuria 1:14:39

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Arman Tsarukyan sent a message to lightweight champion Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC Qatar, and then sent another in his post-fight interview. After dispatching Dan Hooker in dominant fashion, is Tsarukyan the guy that faces Topuria in his first title defense? Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night event in Doha, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and …

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UFC Qatar Preview Show: Is Arman Tsarukyan vs. Dan Hooker A Lightweight Title Eliminator? 1:25:36

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The UFC is making its debut in Qatar. Fresh off the heels of UFC 322, the world’s leading MMA promotion follows up an exceptional Pay-Per-View event with a monster Fight Night card, traveling to the Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena in Al Rayyan, Qatar, for the first time. In the main event, Arman Tsarukyan puts his No. 1-ranked lightweight contender …

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Live from Vic’s: Patrick Hogan and an 18-Piece Orchestra Bring Swing Back to Vegas 59:42

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Experience one of the most electrifying big-band performances of the year as Live from Vic’s Las Vegas presents Patrick Hogan & The Jazz Vegas Orchestra, recorded in partnership with the Jazz Outreach Initiative to support youth jazz education across Southern Nevada. This 18-piece powerhouse ensemble delivers a high-energy, sharply executed, and em…

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Live from Vic’s: Dave Damiani, Lyman Medeiros & Friends Bring Classic Swing Back to Vega 59:47

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Experience an unforgettable night of modern Vegas swagger, classic swing, and world-class musicianship in this latest episode of Live from Vic’s Las Vegas, featuring the celebrated vocalist, bandleader, and entertainer Dave Damiani and his all-star ensemble. Recorded during Damiani’s monthly residency, this high-energy performance blends Sinatra-er…

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BTL | UFC 322 Fallout, Dana White's Comments On Francis Ngannou, Jake Paul vs. Anthony Joshua 1:39:35

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UFC 322 is in the books, and there's a lot to discuss in regards to the fallout from the promotion's return to Madison Square Garden in New York City. Islam Makhachev dominated Jack Della Maddalena to capture the welterweight title — and become a two-division champ — while Valentina Shevchenko made it looks easy against Zhang Weili to retain the wo…

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No Bets Barred: Are Arman Tsarukyan And Dan Hooker Fighting For A Title Shot At UFC Qatar? 1:06:08

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The UFC is headed to Qatar. This Saturday, UFC Qatra goes down at Ali Bin Hamad al-Attiyah Arena in Al Rayyan, Qatar, headlined by a pivotal lightweight matchup between Arman Tsarukyan and Dan Hooker, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This week, host Jed Meshew is joined by the Action Network's Billy Ward to take a look at all things…

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown Criticizes JDM’s Performance at UFC 322, What’s Next for Islam Makhachev and More 1:03:31

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fallout from UFC 322 including Islam Makhachev claiming a second title with his win in the main event, where it all went wrong for Jack Della Maddlena and how his coaches may have failed him during the fight plus who should be next for Makhachev…

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On To the Next One | What's Next For Islam Makhachev, JDM After UFC 322? 1:24:34

13d ago1:24:34

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UFC 322 is officially in the books, and in the main event, Islam Makhachev captured the welterweight championship with a one-sided performance against Jack Della Maddalena. Makhachev certainly has options, and while Kamaru Usman has continuously put his name in the hat, will the UFC go that direction, or allow the exciting, new blood of the divisio…

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UFC 322 Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Islam Makhachev, Valentina Shevchenko's Lopsided Title Fight Wins 1:18:27

13d ago1:18:27

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UFC 322 is in the books as the promotion returned for their annual trip to Madison Square Garden in New York City. After fireworks ensued in the first three main card fights, Islam Makhachev and Valentina Shevchenko used pure and utter dominance over five rounds to leave the World's Most Famous Arena as champions — with Makhachev adding a second di…

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Bria Skonberg 57:27

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Bria Skonberg is an award-winning trumpeter, vocalist, and jazz bandleader known for blending classic New Orleans jazz with modern swing, hot-jazz energy, and contemporary storytelling. Originally from British Columbia and now a prominent figure on the New York jazz scene, Skonberg has earned praise for her powerhouse trumpet technique, smoky vocal…

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UFC 322 Preview Show | Jack Della Maddalena vs. Islam Makhachev Superfight Caps Off UFC's Best Lineup Of 2025 1:33:05

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UFC 322 is arguably the UFC's best lineup since UFC 300, and in the main event, Jack Della Maddalena defends the welterweight title against former lightweight champion Islam Makhachev in a superfight. Can Makhachev be among the all-time elite, or does "JDM" pull off an upset to shake up the current pound-for-pound rankings? Ahead of Saturday's bloc…

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Dee Lucas: Sax, Soul & the Vegas Groove - Birthday Bash w/ Serente Jazz & Wine Escapes 3:35

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In this episode of Artists to Watch Las Vegas, host Carlaya sits down with acclaimed contemporary jazz saxophonist Dee Lucas for an intimate, inspiring, and soulful conversation. Known for his smooth tone, emotional phrasing, and chart-topping success, Dee opens up about his creative process, his evolution as a self-made independent artist, and the…

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No Bets Barred: UFC 322, Islam Makhachev's Champ-Champ Aspirations, And The Greatest Women's Fight Of All Time 1:24:30

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The best pay-per-view event of 2025 is upon us. This Saturday, UFC 322 goes down at Madison Square Garden in New York City, featuring a promotional first: two champions moving up to challenge for a second title. In the main event, Islam Makhachev moves up to 170 pounds to battle Jack Della Maddalena for the welterweight title, and in the co-main ev…

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BTL | JDM vs. Islam Makhachev, UFC 322 Excitement Levels, More 1:39:15

18d ago1:39:15

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The vast majority of the fan base couldn't be more ready to see a UFC event with very high stakes, meaning, and excitement, as UFC 322 is finally here and it couldn't be here fast enough. How does the UFC's return to Madison Square Garden compare to other events before it?On a special, all-new Tuesday edition of Between the Links, the panel talks S…

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown REACTS to Fight Fixing Allegations Plus UFC 322 Preview, Picks and Predictions 1:12:15

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to the fight-fixing allegations that happened after UFC Vegas 110 with the FBI now investigating a situation involving Isaac Dulgarian. We’ll also look ahead at UFC 322 and the main event between Jack Della Maddalena and Islam Makhachev, the key to vic…

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On To The Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 111 1:20:58

20d ago1:20:58

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UFC Vegas 111 happened and despite a number of impressive performances, one can’t help but still feel a little cold after another sterile evening at the APEX. Regardless, Gabriel Bonfim made the most of his first headlining opportunity, shrugging off a controversial decision win over Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson with a brutal second-round knockout …

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UFC Vegas 111 Post-Fight Show | Quickly Turning the Page To UFC 322 After Another APEX Stop 1:29:11

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The UFC brought another APEX card to the fans on Saturday night, and once again, the lineup had its moments, but for the most part, it will be forgotten about very quickly — especially with the UFC's best efforts for a fight card in 2025 coming up next. Following UFC Vegas 111, MMA Fighting's Mike Heck and Jed Meshew react to the event, Gabriel Bon…

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UFC Vegas 111 Preview Show | What's At Stake In Gabriel Bonfim vs. Randy Brown Headliner? 1:00:31

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The UFC returns to the APEX for the second straight week. Although there is a bit of a dark cloud hanging over the card stemming from this past weekend's fight-fixing allegations, Gabriel Bonfim and Randy Brown are set to compete in a pivotal welterweight main event. With the depth of the division, and the title on the line next weekend at UFC 322,…

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BTL | Dana White Responds To UFC Fight-Fixing Allegations, Jon Jones Fires Shots At Tom Aspinall 1:41:25

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The UFC is in the headlines, but not for a reason they'd ever want to be after allegations of fight-fixing following the featherweight bout between Isaac Dulgarian and Yadier del Valle — which opened eyes with bizarre betting line movement, as well as del Valle getting an easy submission win in the first round. Dana White responded in a recent inte…

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown REACTS to Ronda Rousey’s Comments on Joe Rogan Plus Jake Paul vs. Francis Ngannou and More 1:11:40

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin react to Ronda Rousey’s latest comments about how fans and media abandon fighters after losing and her criticisms aimed at Joe Rogan. We also discuss Dana White firing back at fans about complains over lackluster UFC cards plus Jake Paul in danger of losing …

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On To The Next One: Matches To Make After UFC Vegas 110 1:15:40

27d ago1:15:40

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The UFC returned to the APEX for UFC Vegas 110 on Saturday, but couldn’t escape the weirdness that has plagued recent cards. This time, it was Ante Delija getting knocked out moments after a bout was stopped and then restarted when Delija poked Waldo Cortes-Acosta in the eyes. The controversy threatened to overshadow Steve Garcia’s outstanding win …

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UFC Vegas 110 Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Steve Garcia's Knockout Of David Onama Capping Off Weird Night At The APEX 52:28

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Steve Garcia delivered the goods inside the octagon during his main event bout against David Onama at UFC Vegas 110, but his post-fight interview led to one of the worst callouts in recent memory. What does it all mean now for the surging featherweight contender following the biggest win of his career. Following Saturday's UFC Fight Night event at …

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UFC Vegas 110 Preview Show | Can Steve Garcia vs. David Onama Winner Be Title Threat? 1:13:06

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After several weeks on the road, the UFC returns to the hallowed APEX for UFC Vegas 110 on Saturday with the featherweight division taking center stage as streaking contenders Steve Garcia and David Onama battling in the main event. With the deep division in a bit of a logjam, could the winner prove to be a threat to the title? Ahead of Saturday's …

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BTL | UFC 321 Fallout, Tom Aspinall's Stock After Eye Poke, UFC Back At the APEX 1:37:48

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While UFC 321 is in the rear-view mirror, the aftertaste has lasted a lot longer than most events we've seen this year following the eye poke from Ciryl Gane to Tom Aspinall that ended the main event in a no-contest, leaving the MMA community with more questions than answers, and a division amongst the fanbase, overall. Despite the unfortunate endi…

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Rob Mullins 1:02:44

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Rob Mullins is an accomplished jazz pianist, composer, and producer known for his smooth blend of contemporary, fusion, and traditional jazz styles. Over a career spanning more than four decades, he has released more than 30 albums, several of which have charted on Billboard’s Contemporary Jazz charts. Mullins has performed and recorded with legend…

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Peter Wood: The Collector of the Impossible 49:24

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Dr. Todd interviews magician Peter Wood, exploring his journey from childhood fascination with magic to becoming a professional performer. Peter shares insights into his influences, the evolution of his unique performance style, and the importance of originality in magic. He discusses the technical aspects of sound and lighting, the art of custom p…

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown RIPS Critics Taking Aim at Tom Aspinall After UFC 321 No-Contest 1:07:32

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC 321 and Tom Aspinall not being able to continue after an eye poke ended his first title defense as undisputed champion. Brown responds to critics saying Aspinall should have fought with one eye plus did Ciryl Gane expose him in t…

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On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC 321 1:41:29

11d ago1:41:29

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The unfortunate end to UFC 321 left a bad taste in the mouths of MMA fans as an accidental eye poke from Ciryl Gane led to the main event against heavyweight champ Tom Aspinall ending in a No Contest. Considering how things went down, it seems as if the UFC will run that fight back, but is that the fight to make following the historic ending to the…

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UFC 321 Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Gnarly Eye Poke Ending Aspinall vs. Gane Headliner, Dern Strikes Gold 1:12:17

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After a 455 day absence, Tom Aspinall returned to the UFC octagon to defend his newly-minted heavyweight title for the first time against Ciryl Gane, and despite the challenger being a massive underdog, Gane was prepared for the test. Unfortunately, an accidental, yet brutal eye poke from Gane led to the first championship fight coming to an abrupt…

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UFC 321 Preview Show | How Much Pressure Is On Tom Aspinall, Ciryl Gane In Main Event? 1:26:40

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For the first time in 455 days, Tom Aspinall walks to the UFC's octagon on Saturday to compete — but this time, he'll do so as the undisputed heavyweight champion, putting his title on the line for the first time against former interim champ Ciryl Gane. While this is likely Gane's last chance to become a full-on world champion, how much pressure is…

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Marlene Ricci 59:14

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Marlene Ricci is a veteran Las Vegas vocalist celebrated for her rich, expressive tone and timeless stage presence. A longtime Strip performer, she rose to prominence as a featured singer with Frank Sinatra, sharing stages with legends such as Tom Jones and Engelbert Humperdinck. Known for her classic interpretations of pop standards and romantic b…

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BTL | Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane, UFC 321 Burning Questions, More 1:31:30

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The UFC heavyweight title reign of Tom Aspinall kicks off Saturday in the main event of UFC 321 as he defends his newly-minted undisputed title against Ciryl Gane. A lot has been made about the pressure Aspinall has heading into the fight, but is it a little bit overblown? Or, does Aspinall truly have more weight on his shoulders than most in UFC h…

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No Bets Barred: The Tom Aspinall Era Arrives At UFC 321 1:17:12

22d ago1:17:12

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The Tom Aspinall era is officially here. This Saturday, UFC 321 goes down in Abu Dhabi, headlined by the first undisputed title defense of Tom Aspinall, who takes on Ciryl Gane. On top of that, UFC 321 also features a vacant strawweight title fight between Virna Jandiroba and Mackenzie Dern, and No Bets Barred is here to break it all down. This wee…

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Who's the Fighter?: Dustin Poirier vs. Bruce Buffer Trivia Challenge 7:46

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In the inaugural edition of 'Who's the Fighter?,' Dustin Poirier and Bruce Buffer go head-to-head in a trivia game show, based on MMA Fighting's daily In-5 game. Hosted by MMA Fighting's Mike Heck. Follow Mike Heck: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠@m_heckjr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Subscribe:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ http://goo.gl/dYpsgH⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Check out our full video catalog: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠http://goo.gl/u8VvLi⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠…

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Fighter vs Writer: Matt Brown BLASTS Commission After Dan Miragliotta’s Refereeing Blunder, UFC 321 Preview and More 1:10:54

1M ago1:10:54

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the fallout from UFC Vancouver including some egregious mistakes made by referee Dan Miragliotta and the lack of response from the athletic commission about his actions. We’ll also discuss UFC 321 and the tough spot Tom Aspinall finds himself in as t…

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Into the Lucyverse with Abi from the Lucy Crewcy 53:34

1M ago53:34

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Step behind the curtain with Abi , the stage manager who helps bring Lucy Darling’s unforgettable magic to life! ✨ In this fascinating conversation, Todd and Abi explore the hidden world of stage management and the teamwork that makes magic possible. Abi shares her journey from being a magic-loving kid to running shows for Carisa Hendrix, the brill…

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On To the Next One | Matches To Make After UFC Vancouver 1:27:33

1M ago1:27:33

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Brendan Allen went into his short notice opportunity against Reinier de Ridder in the main event of UFC Vancouver with incredible confidence, and it showed as he dominated de Ridder to earn a corner stoppage TKO. Following the win, Allen called out Khamzat Chimaev, Dricus du Plessis and Sean Strickland, but will he get either of those names? On an …

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UFC Vancouver Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Brendan Allen Stopping Reinier de Ridder, Referee Blunders 1:21:33

1M ago1:21:33

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Brendan Allen picked up the biggest win of his career in the main event of UFC Vancouver. But as impressive as Allen's performance was against Reinier de Ridder, the biggest story of the night was referee Dan Miragliotta in not one, but two fights — most notably, the co-main event between Mike Malott and Kevin Holland. Following a strange and weird…

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UFC Vancouver Preview Show | Is Reinier de Ridder Next For Khamzat Chimaev With Main Event Win? 1:08:46

1M ago1:08:46

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The UFC middleweight division has gotten very interesting over the past several months, and with Khamzat Chimaev as champion, the big questions is who will the undefeated fighter face in his first title defense. Reinier de Ridder was set up with a perfect opportunity to get that slot, but after Anthony Hernandez was injured, Brendan Allen steps in.…

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Dave Damiani and Friends - Fall Residency October 2025 1:02:43

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Dave Damiani’s monthly residency at Vic’s Las Vegas, aptly titled “Dave Does Vegas: Dave Damiani & Friends,” has quickly become a cornerstone of the city’s modern jazz revival. His September, October, and November performances have brought a timeless energy to Downtown Las Vegas — mixing classic standards, contemporary swing, and lush arrangements …

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RuPaul’s Drag Race - Asia O’Hara: Drag, Dazzle, and the Power of Representation 3:38

1M ago3:38

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In this vibrant episode of Artists to Watch Las Vegas, host Carlaya sits down with Asia O’Hara, the celebrated star of RuPaul’s Drag Race and the dazzling emcee of RuPaul’s Drag Race Live! at the Flamingo Las Vegas. Asia opens up about her journey from Texas stages to the Las Vegas Strip, reflecting on how the hit show transformed her craft, expand…

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BTL | Dana White's Title Fight Announcements, Merab's Attempt At History, RDR vs. Allen 1:25:53

1M ago1:25:53

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Earlier this week, UFC CEO Dana White made some big announcements as it relates to December's UFC 323 event — the final pay-per-view card under the ESPN banner before the shift to Paramount — and revealed that Merab Dvalishvili will attempt to defend his bantamweight title for the fourth time. If he's successful against Petr Yan, is Dvalishvili's 2…

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No Bets Barred: Is Reinier de Ridder Fighting For A Title Shot At UFC Vancouver? 30:10

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Is Reinier de Ridder fighting for a title shot this weekend? This Saturday, UFC Vancouver goes down in The Great White North, headlined by a middleweight main event matchup between two-division ONE champion Reinier de Ridder and short notice replacement Brendan Allen. De Ridder was supposed to take on Anthony Hernandez in a functional title elimina…

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Fighter vs. Writer: Matt Brown Reacts to Conor McGregor’s Anti-Doping Suspension, What’s Next for Charles Oliveira 1:35:17

2M ago1:35:17

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On the latest episode of The Fighter vs. The Writer, UFC legend Matt Brown and Damon Martin discuss the news that Conor McGregor was suspended for 18 months under a violation of the UFC’s anti-doping policy but he’ll still be cleared in time for the upcoming White House card. Brown details how McGregor’s suspension is actually a symptom of a bigger…

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REACTION | Dana White Announces Merab vs. Yan 2, Pantoja vs. Van For UFC 323 26:27

2M ago26:27

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Dana White made some big announcements for the UFC's final pay-per-view of 2025 and announced that Merab Dvalishvili looks to make his fourth title defense against former champ Petr Yan in a rematch to headline UFC 323. Additionally, White confirmed that Alexandre Pantoja defends the flyweight title against top contender Josh Van in the co-main eve…

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On To The Next One: What’s Next For UFC Rio Winners? 56:20

2M ago56:20

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Charles Oliveira once again proved to be invincible when fighting in his native Brazil and the future Hall of Famer kept himself in line for more big matchups in the future. Could it be a long-awaited rematch with Max Holloway with the “BMF” title on the line? Is he the one to slow Paddy Pimblett’s role? Or is there another fight in Oliveira’s futu…

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UFC Rio Post-Fight Show | Reaction To Charles Oliveira Destroying Mateusz Gamrot, Max Holloway Callout 1:03:27

2M ago1:03:27

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Charles Oliveira made it look easy against Mateusz Gamrot in the main event of UFC Rio, delivering a pillar-to-post performance en route to a second-round submission victory to get back in the win column. After the fight, Oliveira called for a BMF title fight against Max Holloway, and the MMA community seems to agree. Following a wild Fight Night c…