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UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra

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UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra is the must-listen podcast for fight fans. Edgy veteran comedian Jim Norton and former UFC welterweight champion Matt Serra push the boundaries in the UFC's first audio series. “Unfiltered” delivers everything, including pre- and post-fight analysis, industry stories, observations, opinions and interviews with UFC sources, fighters and celebrity fans.

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Latest Episodes

Jim Norton and Matt Serra get ready for UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott in Edmonton with returning guest Tanner Boser, who joins the show ahead of his heavyweight matchup against Jhonata Diniz.

Boser takes Jim and Matt through his unconventional... more

Jim Norton and Matt Serra recap UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan, including Brendan Allen’s late submission win over Christian Leroy Duncan, Loopy Godinez’s close decision victory and a few more takeaways from Saturday’s card.

Then, Andre Fili retu... more

Jim Norton and Matt Serra get ready for UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan with two returning guests set to compete on Saturday’s main card.

First, 8th-ranked strawweight Loopy Godinez joins the show ahead of her matchup with Ketlen Souza. Godinez re... more

With Jim Norton out, Matt Serra is joined by guest co-host Ray Longo for a UFC 332 recap show featuring Johnny Walker and newly signed flyweight Christian Natividad.

Fresh off a $100K bonus-winning heavyweight debut, Walker joins the show after knoc... more

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Recent Guests

Loopy Godinez
Fighter on the Contender Series alum and upcoming UFC bout participant
UFC
Episode: Loopy Godinez, Brendan Allen preview UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan
Brendan Allen
UFC fighter and main event competitor
UFC
Episode: Loopy Godinez, Brendan Allen preview UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan
Christian Natividad
UFC fighter featured on The Contender; new UFC fighter
UFC
Episode: Johnny Walker, Christian Natividad, UFC 332 recap w/ guest co-host Ray Longo
Johnny Walker
UFC fighter making heavyweight debut; star presence
UFC
Episode: Johnny Walker, Christian Natividad, UFC 332 recap w/ guest co-host Ray Longo
Natalia Silva
UFC fighter
UFC (fighter)
Episode: Ateba Gautier, Natalia Silva, UFC 332 picks
Ateba Gautier
UFC fighter
UFC (fighter)
Episode: Ateba Gautier, Natalia Silva, UFC 332 picks
Alonzo Menifield
UFC fighter
UFC
Episode: Alonzo Menifield, Michael Aswell Jr., Rosas-Barcelos recap
Raul Rosas Jr.
UFC fighter in main event
UFC
Episode: Brady Hiestand, Raul Rosas Jr., UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs. Barcelos picks
Brady Hiestand
UFC fighter on the card, young bantamweight
UFC
Episode: Brady Hiestand, Raul Rosas Jr., UFC Fight Night: Rosas Jr. vs. Barcelos picks

Hosts

Jim Norton
Host of UFC Unfiltered, edgy veteran comedian with a long-running presence in MMA media
Matt Serra
Former UFC welterweight champion and co-host known for deep fight insights and humor

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • sera has the funniest one liners and jimmy is ok too

    nothing, I love everything and look forward to seeing it on television some time in the future.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United Statesa year ago
  • nothing, I love everything and look forward to seeing it on television some time in the future.

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United Statesa year ago
  • Improved

    I remember listening to the show when it first came out. It has gotten a lot better. Dana keeping Serra around him is a smart move cause they are the best when they’re around each other. Jim and Serra have good chemistry

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Greatness941
    United Statesa year ago
  • Boring when they have celebrities

    Podcast Addict
    1
    juntjoo
    2 years ago
  • Perfect clip to show the fun & ‘go with the flow’ vibe of the show

    A perfect clip that embodies how fun the show is & how great Jim & Matt are together: 5/20/24…

    **Taking a call from Arturo, the president of WOWfc, a new MMA promotion in Spain—

    Jim: “Hello Arturo, can you hear us??”

    Arturo: “I definitely can. Thank you Jim.”

    Jim: “Ok good. Welcome to the show.”

    Matt: “HOW ARE YOU?” Nice to meet you, Arturo”

    Arturo: “My pleasure, I’m 47…”

    Matt: “NIIICE!”

    Jim: (In a confused tone) “You’re 47??”

    Matt: “Look, I often start conversations with my age too…I’m 49 & I h... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daryn127
    United States2 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Fans enjoy unfiltered vibe, banter, and insider access, though some episodes polarize when politics or off-topic humor dominates.
Guests generally bring strong fight insight and personal storytelling.
Chemistry between Jim and Matt is a differentiator and keeps episodes lively.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#144
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Apple Podcasts
#248
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Stan Dorsainvil, Edson Barboza, UFC Sacramento recap
Q: Edson, what made this final fight feel so emotional for you?
Edson explains walking to the cage and the support from family, acknowledging the end of a long and storied career and choosing to retire on his terms.
Stan Dorsainvil, Edson Barboza, UFC Sacramento recap
Q: Stan, how hurt were you in that first round?
Stan describes how the opening round was taxing but emphasizes his willingness to weather the storm and trust his cardio to push through.
Gregory Rodrigues, MarQuel Mederos, UFC Shanghai picks
Q: How did you adapt to the five-round pace, MarQuel?
Mederos discusses the emphasis on keeping energy in the right places, using elbows effectively, and leveraging his training partners and coaches to maintain control, pace, and structural integrity across all five rounds.
Valter Walker, Sam Patterson, UFC Belgrade picks
Q: How did Sam Patterson bounce back after stepping into high-stakes fights, and what does he see as next for his career?
Sam discusses maintaining focus in camp, learning from tough losses, and pursuing top-15 fights with strategic matchmaking.
Dricus Du Plessis, Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani, UFC Oklahoma City picks
Q: How do you approach tape study and preparation for a high-level opponent like Ko?
We break down tape with the coaches, but I don't want to psych myself out; I prefer to have someone there to reassure me and keep things balanced as we prepare.

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Frequently Asked Questions About UFC Unfiltered

What is UFC Unfiltered about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A candid, banter-forward UFC-focused show hosted by two long-time MMA personalities. Episodes pair hard-edged humor with expert fight analysis, mixed with wide-ranging interviews from fighters, promoters, and industry figures. The cadence blends post-fight breakdowns with training tales, personal journeys, and behind-the-scenes stories, often weaving in pop culture detours and lighthearted roasts. Notable strengths include chemistry between the hosts, access to high-profile guests, and an informal, unfiltered vibe that can feel like a talk with seasoned insiders. This combination makes it appealing to fight fans who want both technical insights and personality-driven storytelling, along with opportunities for cross-promotion and sponsor-fri... more

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2. Brendan Allen
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