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The Boys In The Back

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

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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Latest Episodes

After reading your five-star podcast reviews (04:01), the Boys in the Back spotlight soaring ticket prices for Conor McGregor's return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 and wonder whether the price is worth it (06:34).

Next, they react to Dana White's... more

The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reacting to Scott Coker re-entering the MMA world (06:19), Khabib Nurmagomedov pushing back against Dana White's claims about his retirement (10:12), the arrest of wrestler Ludwig Kaiser (20:20), and trash ta... more

The Boys in the Back are live from Los Angeles, kicking off the show by reading more five-star podcast reviews (04:55).

After quickly touching on some news and notes (10:39), they preview the upcoming MVP MMA card, headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina... more

The Boys in the Back read your five-star podcast reviews (02:51), before discussing Raja Jackson's plea deal (22:32), Freedom 250 fighters visiting President Donald Trump at the White House (25:23), and another investor call from TKO's Mark Shapiro (... more

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Recent Guests

Ronda Rousey
Former UFC Women's Bantamweight Champion, MMA pioneer
MVP Netflix event
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
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Felipe Linz
Professional fighter, UFC veteran
MVP Netflix event
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Tom Aspinall
UFC fighter, heavyweight contender
UFC
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Ilya Toporya
UFC fighter, featherweight
UFC
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Islam Makhachev
UFC Lightweight Champion
UFC
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Jake Paul
Promoter/entrepreneur, MVP co-promoter
MVP Netflix
Episode: Jon Jones demands UFC release, Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano press conference livestream & reaction
Michael Venom Page
MVP; MMA fighter and Total Kombat 3 participant
Total Kombat / MMA promotions
Episode: UFC fighter pay problem brewing? Michael 'Venom' Page joins the show, On The Nose, more

Hosts

Eric Jackman
Host of The Boys In The Back; handles analysis and hosting duties across episodes.
Conner Burks
Co-host bringing banter and industry insight.
Frank
Co-host providing color commentary and reactions.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 117 ratings
  • Shout Out

    Uncrowned Network has been killing it, but ultimately, from the weekly line up, I look forward to this show the most.

    This show is truly a good hang and, dare I say, for the hardcores. Special shout out to the Donn Davis voicemail caller

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cigano36
    United States16 days ago
  • The boys are goated

    New York Erik jerkman’s cold takes (almost 100% right) + his laugh are enough for me but you toss in fkn studs like Georgia Conner and Libby arse kissing frank… what a pod… what a vibe… it’s the boys in the back but tbh the boys are soooo fkn here baby let’s go. Truly great pod with amazing insight. The segments are unreal and not enough love/no love is given to the goat Mr. Burns #buddycallinginforanotifocationofhisvoicemailshouldbeajailableoffence.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Sritey
    Canada21 days ago
  • Great Content

    Just dropping a line to show support for the boys. I've really enjoyed all three of you gentleman since you first joined the on-air routine with Helwani. BITB is great on its own and a solid compliment to the flagship show, also enjoy the Fight Feasts content and the watch alongs when I'm working and can't watch it with friends. Special shoutout to MF who's really been giving prime Fred Norris a run with the drops lately. Cheers and a well deserved 5 stars.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JVanVleet314
    United States21 days ago
  • Best entrance to a podcast

    Never change the intro to your podcast, lowkey my favorite part of the show. Great chemistry between the boys, great takes by mma fans that are super up to date on the goings of the sport. Love the enthusiasm and personalities on the show- guaranteed to laugh multiple times through the show. Here is your 5 star boys- keep up the good work.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jajustchillin
    United States21 days ago
  • Worried Girlfriend

    For months I've been concerned about my boyfriend. I hear him muttering "James Te Huna" under his breath at dinner, he calls everyone out for their hot takes and he insists on putting in his AirPods after our lovemaking to go to sleep.

    Last week I had enough so after he fell asleep I stole an AirPod to see who was whispering sweet nothings into my partner's ears at night...

    I get it now. The Boys in the Back just got a new weekly fan. 5 stars

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Harry (Ryan’s GF)
    United Kingdom21 days ago

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#78
Mexico/Sports
Apple Podcasts
#151
Austria/Sports

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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Frequently Asked Questions About The Boys In The Back

What is The Boys In The Back about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A brash, multi-host roundtable that treats combat sports as theater and business alike. Episodes regularly dissect pay dynamics in MMA and boxing, cross-promotional ventures, and the shifting media landscape around UFC and boxing promotions. The crew blurs hype with insider-level analysis, pairing hot takes on title pictures and megafight talk with behind-the-scenes chatter about press conferences, pay structures, and streaming-era deals. A standout throughline is how promoters, fighters, and platforms negotiate leverage, often with irreverent banter and crowd-pleasing anecdotes that keep conversations lively even when tackling heavyweight pay, cross-promotional cards, and the evolution of fighter empowerment. For potential listeners, the m... more

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1. Ronda Rousey
2. Gina Carano
3. Francis Ngannou
4. Felipe Linz
5. Tom Aspinall
6. Ilya Toporya
7. Islam Makhachev
8. Jake Paul

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