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The Co-Main Event MMA Podcast

Chad Dundas and Ben Fowlkes
UFC
MMA
Jon Jones
Dana White
Alex Pereira
Conor Mcgregor
Justin Gaethje
Max Holloway
Tom Aspinall
Mixed Martial Arts
Kayla Harrison
UFC 300
Merab Dvalishvili
Francis Ngannou
Ilia Topuria
Sean O'malley
Dricus Du Plessis
Sean Strickland
Islam Makhachev
Alexander Volkanovski

An irreverent and unscripted look at the week's mixed martial arts news from longtime MMA journalists Ben Fowlkes and Chad Dundas. Topics include the latest happenings in the UFC, Bellator and other promotions.

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“We’re in a whole other fucking stratosphere now. I mean, I’m competing with all the majors. Those guys aren’t my competition. So good luck to them all. I wish them all the best.”

That’s ya boi Dana White talking to the media about last week’s news ... more

Just a few months ago, it seemed like we had a lot to look forward to in MMA. You had Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano set to do the damn thing in MVP’s inaugural event. You had the UFC getting ready to go big at the White House. You even had the much-an... more

Well, turns out Conor McGregor blew out both his ACL and meniscus when he tried to do that flying kick against Max Holloway at UFC 329. Pretty much broke his whole shit, which means he’s probably out until at least next summer. As Dana White is quick... more

Things did not go well for ya boi Conor McGregor in his big return fight against Max Holloway at UFC 329 on Saturday. “Fight,” in fact, is probably too strong a word for what happened, after McGregor led off by sprinting across the cage, trying to th... more

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Hosts

Chad Dundas
Host and co-host of MMA-focused show; long-time MMA journalist.
Ben Fowlkes
Host and longtime MMA journalist; co-host of the show.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 1.4k ratings
  • Great podcast for a long time.

    Where is Sir Nigel Longstock? Bring him back please.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Greg-MS Gulf Coast
    United Statesa month ago
  • Long time listener

    Listened to this pod since the beginning. Used to watch all sorts of MMA. Don’t even watch UFC anymore but still a regular listener to this. Realistic take on modern MMA.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bob Willo
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Great MMA coverage.

    Hot takes by two guys that anyone could see themselves sitting down at a table right in front of the projector there at the press box and having yourself a good conversation about MMA while the fights roll.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Modcavman
    2 months ago
  • Truly Sad

    These guys legit just suck. They’re chronically online and treat this podcast like their political sounding board. I want to like them, but unfortunately they hate the world they’re living in so much they simply can’t stop crying about it.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    FatzMcGillicutty
    United States2 months ago
  • Too much politics

    Long time listener. We just had one of the biggest UFC events in Years and instead of talking about the fighters, they spend the majority of the time complaining about politics. I’m sick of hearing about politics and not why I listen to an MMA podcast, which is why I’ll no longer subscribe.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Jasper811
    Canada2 months ago

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Some critics push back against perceived political content, but fans value the candid discourse and long-running coverage.
Many credit the show for staying engaging amid busy schedules and evolving MMA landscape.
Listeners praise the chemistry and humor between hosts and the depth of MMA analysis.
A subset notes the show's charity for Patreon-driven community and its willingness to challenge mainstream narratives.
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#243
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Episode 641: Volkamania runs wild once again!
Q: What's next for Volkanovski?
Volkanovski may need to re-evaluate his opponents as he has already fought many top contenders and at 36 years old, he needs to consider the timing for his remaining fights.
Episode 635: Henry Cejudo gets the ol’ 3 Stooges (plus a ton of news!)
Q: What do you guys think of Jason Herzog's decision in the Cejudo song fight to start the third round and then immediately call the fight off?
That was a strange decision, especially since as they were talking about on the broadcast, three rounds had already concluded.
CME Patreon Live Chat for 1/29/25 [For Free!]
Q: What are your thoughts on fan free agency?
It happens more often in America where there's not necessarily a local team.
Episode 584: UFC 297 preview!
Q: How much of the UFC 297 main event's lackluster feel do you think stems from Sean Strickland being a surprise champion?
It's an interesting matchup since Dricus du Plessis is undefeated and brings fresh blood to the middleweight title picture, but overall there might not be enough star power to generate excitement.
Episode 592: UFC 299 spectacular (for Sean O'Malley)!
Q: What does the future hold for Marlon Vera after his defeat?
He might face tough times ahead and it seems like this was the title shot, but he could still have a future in fun events.

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