The UG MMA Podcast

Episode 3 – @JonathanShrager is joined by The UG Head Honchos Kirik Jenness and Chris Palmquist as well as guest fighter Dan Hardy to discuss an array of topical matters pertaining to the world of MMA, including; -Ben Rothwell’s remarkable career resurgence and the Heavyweight landscape in general. – The biggest threats to Jon Jones dominating both the Light Heavyweight and Heavyweight divisions during the coming years. – The aftermath of Sage Northcutt’s first defeat inside the UFC. – The return of BJ Penn, and whether Jackson Wink Academy can rejuvenate his career. – Whether the UFC 196 Press Conference further evidenced a burgeoning rift between the promotion and its cash cow Conor McGregor. – Ronda Rousey’s coaching setup and whether seeking alternative camps will increase the likelihood of her retaining the title. – Benson Henderson transition to Bellator and its prospective implications. Powered by LineupMedia.fm

Episode 2 – @JonathanShrager catches up with UG Head Honchos Kirik Jenness and Chris Palmquist to discuss the latest pressing issues within the world of Mixed Martial Arts, including; -All the nuances surrounding Dominic Cruz’s inspirational triumph at UFC Boston. -The recurrently controversial topic of judging within MMA, and the best feasible resolutions. -Cruz’s next adversary, and with immediate rematches seemingly becoming more regular within the UFC, the criteria that should definitively determine when a rematch is scheduled. -Standout moment/performance from the rest of the eventful UFC Boston card. -How Pettis can counteract the blueprint being repeatedly employed to defeat him, and whether Alvarez has generally underwhelmed since his entry into the UFC. -Insight from the owners/curators of MMA’s premiere news outlet into what’s proving most popular in terms of traffic, and whether figures attest to the fact that Conor and Ronda are by far the biggest draws. -Most hotly-anticipated moments within the world of MMA for 2016. Powered by LineupMedia.fm

Episode 1 – In this inaugural episode of what is to become a regular feature on Underground’s YouTube channel, @JonathanShrager catches up with fellow combat sport enthusiasts David Cameron (@djc991) and Robert Clayton (@robclaysphotos) to discuss topical matters pertaining to the world of Mixed Martial Arts, and reviewing/previewing the latest cards. Topics broached include; -The implications of Conor McGregor’s increasing clout vis-a-vis his promoter, his prospective forthcoming bout versus Rafael dos Anjos. -Dominic Cruz vs TJ Dillashaw, the Originator vs the Adaptor of MMA’s latest “movement” phenomenon, and this dynamic will pan out. -The nuances of Anthony Pettis vs Eddie Alvarez, whether Anthony’s emphatic loss to RDA derailed the hype or purely attributed to a bad day at the Octagonal office, Alvarez’s displays since signing with the UFC and whether they highlight the discrepancy in calibre between UFC and nearest competitor Bellator. -Recurrent topic of MMA judging, resurfacing following Lawler vs Condit; identifying issues and possible resolutions -Some panelist predictions and anticipations for the MMA landscape in 2016. Powered by LineupMedia.fm