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The Boys In The Back

Uncrowned & Yahoo Sports
UFC
Ilia Topuria
Jon Jones
Tom Aspinall
Conor Mcgregor
Merab Dvalishvili
Khamzat Chimaev
Charles Oliveira
UFC Abu Dhabi
Islam Makhachev
UFC Paris
UFC Seattle
UFC Houston
Alex Pereira
Boxing
Arman Tsarukyan
Islam Makachev
UFC Apex 116
Las Vegas, United States
UFC 316

The Boys in the Back Eric Jackman (NewYorkRic), Conner Burks (GC) and Mysterious Frank offer an irreverent take on the world of combat sports.

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The Boys in the Back cover news and notes, including Alexander Volkanovski calling out Justin Gaethje (03:02), Farid Basharat not being re-signed by the UFC (08:45), and more (29:07).

Then, they sort out the UFC welterweight title picture based on r... more

The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reacting to Nassourdine Imavov pulling up to Las Vegas to confront Sean Strickland, as well as Strickland calling for a bigger payday to defend his UFC middleweight title (03:43).

Then, they cover the nasty ... more

The Boys in the Back are back kick off the show by sifting through the fallout from the Tyson Fury vs. Anthony Joshua press conference (04:45) and covering recent news and notes (15:48).

Then, they debate whether UFC 332 is the worst numbered event ... more

The Boys in the Back react to the major announcement of Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua throwing down in the UK (03:06).

Then, NewYorkRic is forced to eat crow for perhaps his worst take (27:50) and the Boys preview a weekend that includes UFC Vegas 1... more

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Recent Guests

Liam Aunan
The Iowan Lion, amateur fighter representing Uncrowned/BITB program
Uncrowned/BITB
Episode: Heavyweight title drama, UFC Baku & PFL San Diego previews, P4P worst tattoos
Liam Onan
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Uncrowned
Episode: Conor McGregor fighting Ilia Topuria: Will we see it? UFC flyweight title picture, more
Patrick Habirora
PFL fighter, Belgian-born, dominant finisher
PFL
Episode: Insane ticket prices for Conor McGregor return, Dana White on UFC vs. WNBA pay, more | The Boys in the Back
Colby Covington
MMA fighter, Real American Freestyle participant
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Episode: Insane ticket prices for Conor McGregor return, Dana White on UFC vs. WNBA pay, more | The Boys in the Back
Holly Holm
Boxer and former UFC champion
Boxing
Episode: Insane ticket prices for Conor McGregor return, Dana White on UFC vs. WNBA pay, more | The Boys in the Back
Adam Azim
Prospective boxing talent, rising star
Boxing
Episode: Insane ticket prices for Conor McGregor return, Dana White on UFC vs. WNBA pay, more | The Boys in the Back
Ronda Rousey
Former UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion, MMA pioneer
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Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Gina Carano
Former UFC fighter, TV/film star
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Francis Ngannou
Former UFC Heavyweight Champion, fighter
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Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction

Hosts

Eric Jackman
Host with frequent involvement in roundtable discussions and strategic takes; often anchors conversations.
Conner Burks
Co-host driving banter, sports takes, and listener interactions; frequently steers topics.
Frank
Host known for humor and improvisational commentary; frequently contributes color and mic presence.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 408 ratings
  • Awesome show, questionable takes

    Shout out to all the BITB. Really enjoy the show, some of RWRs (right wing ric) takes are pretty terrible but otherwise 5 out of 5!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Josh in the point
    United States2 months ago
  • Keep it up

    Great listen n gambling info

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WindsorDetroitMJG
    Canada4 months ago
  • TIPPITY TOP POD LADS

    The Boys in The Back are the bullocks. (Don’t know if I can swear).

    I have absolutely no idea what GC stands for, but I’ve decided it means “Great Cranium” because Conner has a nice bald head.

    Ariel’s Knicks chat has now reached the point where it deserves its own podcast: The Nose in the Knickers.

    Intern Josh should stay heel and be labelled The Boy in the Back.

    Ericson Jakeman is a smart fella.

    And finally, a special shout-out to Frank’s Dad. A true legend. Any man who’s spent that many ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SonnyDavidson04
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Great Job

    I listen only on YouTube but wanted to help the cause. You guys are a bunch of menches

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jay G 06
    United States5 months ago
  • Great work

    First off, BITB is amazing. Rarely do you find such knowledgeable hosts. Across all episodes, they are consistent. No UFC podcast compares. Knowing such granular details is impressive. Specifically, the gambling takes are great.

    My favorite segment is the voicemails. Often, I find myself laughing out loud. Most episodes have Ric, Connor, and Frank. Subscribing is a no brainer for UFC fans.

    Audio quality is S tier thanks to Frank. Some takes of Ric aren’t perfect, but I respect him. Stick wit... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nick webzzz
    United States5 months ago

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Fans appreciate guest variety and candid takes on fighter pay and promotions.
Listeners praise deep MMA knowledge and entertaining banter.
Many comment that the show blends sports analysis with culture and humor effectively.

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Apple Podcasts
#243
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Conor McGregor's next three fights, Khabib refutes Dana White, Ariel Helwani joins to talk Scott Coker's return
Q: What does Ariel see as the biggest opportunities for Scott Coker's return in 2027?
Ariel outlines potential broadcast deals, the need for a robust roster, and how a new league could complement the UFC by creating competition and more bargaining power for fighters.
Ben 'The Bane' Davis joins the Boys in studio, Conor McGregor loses his appeal, P4P reality TV shows, more
Q: How did the casting process for The Challenge unfold for you?
Ben explains the multi-month audition, medicals, and the pivotal casting conversation that led to his season, underscoring the randomness and timing that delivered the opportunity.
UFC Abu Dhabi preview, Ariel Helwani joins to talk Hulk Hogan's legacy, P4P MMA nicknames, more
Q: What is the main event at UFC Abu Dhabi and how does it compare to past Middleweight fights?
Robert Whittaker vs. Reinier de Ridder is analyzed for wrestling versus striking dynamics, the edge in experience, and how the five-round format could influence strategy; they compare it to past fights like Whittaker's title challenges and De Ridder's multi-division experience to gauge who might have the edge.
Debating Jon Jones' complicated legacy, Mairon Santos joins the show, more
Q: Do you think Jon Jones will fight Tom Aspinall next?
The hosts largely think it's uncertain; Jones could return if the conditions align, but there's no definitive plan yet, and it's framed as a potential, not a certainty.
Mario Bautista, Dustin Jacoby, Xander Zayas join the show, On The Nose, more
Q: What was Dustin Jacoby's mindset about his return to form and rankings in the UFC?
He stressed that rankings are fluid and that he believes in consistently performing at a high level, noting that his path included fighting across many promotions before returning to the UFC and climbing the rankings through knockout wins.

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A candid, high-energy panel focuses on combat sports with a heavy emphasis on UFC and boxing crossovers, fighter pay talk, event previews, and fan engagement. Episodes mix hot takes, real-world biz discussions, and playful banter, often weaving in listener voicemails and live bets, with a penchant for irreverent humor and pop-culture tangents. Noteworthy is the ecosystem of cross-promotions, on-site event chatter, and a strong community vibe driven by dedicated listeners who weigh in through calls and Super Chats.

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1. Liam Aunan
2. Liam Onan
3. Patrick Habirora
4. Colby Covington
5. Holly Holm
6. Adam Azim
7. Ronda Rousey
8. Gina Carano

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