The Anik & Florian Podcast

Latest Episodes:

EP. 573: UFC 321 Recap, Ray Longo on Aspinall and Eye Pokes, and Mackenzie Dern New Champ Reactions Oct 27, 2025

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The Anik & Florian Podcast is LIVE from the DraftKings Studio! 🎙️ Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are breaking down all the latest UFC news, recapping the fallout from UFC 321, and giving you the best bets for the upcoming fight cards. We're doing it all with coaching legend Ray Longo and DK handicapper Brian Petrie.

You are watching LIVE, so join the chat and tell us where you agree or disagree with our picks! 💬 Hit that LIKE button and subscribe to the channel – it directly helps us keep bringing you this content every week.

This is the essential MMA podcast for fight fans. Where else do you get the UFC's lead play-by-play voice and a former three-time title challenger breaking down the sport with unmatched access and expertise? We're not just talking about the fights; we're inside them. Plus, get legendary insights from Ray Longo and betting breakdowns you can actually use from our partners at DraftKings.

IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) Show Open - We are LIVE! (00:02:10) Headlines & UFC 321 Recap Sponsored by Jose Cuervo (00:29:41) DraftKings NBA (00:31:00) Ray Longo Minute(00:59:00) More UFC 321 Recap (01:05:14) Pronunciation of the Week presented by Total Wireless (01:07:20) Main-Event Challenge with Brian Petrie(01:27:40) Place Your Bets (01:30:00) Show Wrap & Final Thoughts

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EP. 572: UFC 321 Preview with Dominick Cruz and Ray Longo on UFC Vancouver 🥊 Aspinall vs Gane Picks Oct 19, 2025

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Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are in the chair to break down the stacked UFC 321 card, give their expert picks on the Aspinall vs Gane heavyweight clash, and bring in the heavy hitters like Ray Longo and special guest Dominick Cruz. This episode is packed from bell to bell with the expert analysis, betting insights, and behind-the-scenes access that only the Anik & Florian Podcast can deliver.

🥃 We kick things off with the "First Shot" moment sponsored by Jose Cuervo, celebrating the fight weekend right! Stick around for the Main Event Challenge where we dive deep into the UFC 321 main card with DraftKings expert Brian Petrie, including the heavy hitter between Tom Aspinall and Ciryl Gane, the bantamweight showdown with Umar Nurmagomedov, and the strawweight battle featuring Mackenzie Dern. Plus, Hall-of-Fame coach Ray Longo drops by for his technical breakdown in the Ray Longo Minute.

THEN, former champion Dominick Cruz joins the desk for insider analysis you won't find anywhere else. We're breaking down the betting lines with DraftKings, teaching you how to pronounce the toughest fighter names, and reacting to all the headlines from UFC Fight Night: de Ridder vs Allen. Don't miss this stacked episode - your likes, comments, and shares help the show grow and continue delivering the best MMA content on YouTube! IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) - Opening comments and DK Billboard (00:06:38) - FIRST SHOT moment sponsored by Jose Cuervo (00:09:50) - HEADLINES: UFC Fight Night de Ridder vs Allen recap (00:37:00) - MANDO(00:38:00) - RAY LONGO MINUTE (01:11:00) - PRONUNCIATION OF THE WEEK: UFC 321 fighter names (01:13:00) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE: UFC 321 betting picks with Brian Petrie (01:29:00) - PLACE YOUR BETS FOR #ufc321 (01:33:00) - DRAFTKINGS (01:36:50) - UFC commentator Dominick Cruz interview (01:58:00) - Outro and final thoughts SPONSORS: 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook - "The Crown Is Yours" - Bet smarter with our expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo - Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila 📱 Total Wireless - Unlimited data that won't slow you down (UFC's Official Wireless Provider) 💥 MANDO — Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code AFPOD at shopmando.com! #mandopod 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (For people to COMMENT LIVE!) ---Who wins the UFC 321 main event - Aspinall or Gane? ---What's your lock of the week for UFC 321? ---Which fight are you most excited about this weekend? 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our engagement questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma @brianpetriemma @draftkings @draftkingssportsbook @josecuervo 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗: JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! ___ SUBSCRIBE: https://youtube.com/draftkings/?sub_confirmation=1 TWITTER: https://twitter.com/DKNetwork INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/dknetwork/ DRAFTKINGS NETWORK: https://dknetwork.com

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EP. 571: UFC Rio Recap, Oliveira Submits Gamrot, UFC Vancouver Picks and Ray Longo Oct 13, 2025

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🔥 We are coming to you LIVE on a MONDAY with all the breaking news and best bets from the wild world of the UFC! Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are in the chair to react to the shocking results from UFC Fight Night: Oliveira vs. Gamrot, break down the upcoming card with betting insights from DraftKings, and bring in the heavy hitters like Ray Longo and Brian Petrie. The MMA weekend was chaos, and we're making sense of it all right here, right now. 🎤 This episode is packed from bell to bell. We kick off with a full recap of Charles Oliveira's stunning main event. Then, the one and only Ray Longo joins the show for his expert technical breakdown in the Ray Longo Minute. Stick around for the Main Event Challenge where we dive deep into the upcoming fights, including the return of "Big Mouth" Kevin Holland and a crucial middleweight clash. We've got the official "Pronunciation of the Week" to keep you sharp and all the best bets with DraftKings Sportsbook. IN THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) - Opening comments and what's ahead.

(00:07:00) - HEADLINES - Breaking down the shocking results from UFC Fight Night: Oliveira vs. Gamrot.

(00:32:00) - Ray Attempt 1 (00:35:00) - UFC NEWS (00:52:20) - RAY LONGO MINUTE

(00:59:13) - DraftKings NFL Live Read.

(01:01:00) - PRONUNCIATION of the WEEK - Getting Yousri Belgaroui & Jasmine Jasudavicius right.

(01:05:00) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE - We break down the main card with Brian Petrie, including Matt Frevola vs. Kyle Nelson, Manon Fiorot, Marlon Vera, the return of Kevin Holland, and the Reinier de Ridder vs. Brendan Allen middleweight clash.

(01:31:01) - PLACE YOUR BETS: We give our $1K betting challenge picks.

(01:36:00) - OUTRO & FINAL THOUGHTS. This show is in partnership with @DraftKings & @DKSportsbook and @josecuervo. The show also airs live Tuesdays and Thursdays on @dknetwork. #AnikAndFlorian #UFCLIVE #MMANews ——— SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!):

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EP. 570: UFC 320 Recap, Ray Longo on Merab Dvalishvili & Aljo’s Wedding, Oliveira v. Gamrot Picks at UFC Brazil Oct 06, 2025

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🔴 UFC 320 Recap, Ray Longo on Merab Dvalishvili & Aljo’s Wedding, Oliveira v. Gamrot Picks at UFC Brazil

🎙 EPISODE 570 – LIVE Monday, October 6th, 2025

It’s EPISODE 570 and the boys are BACK LIVE on DraftKings YouTube! 🎙️ Jon Anik & Kenny Florian break down every punch, parlay & pronunciation from UFC 320: Ankalaev vs Pereira II while Hall-of-Fame coach Ray Longo drops by to celebrate Merab Dvalishvili’s dominant title defense and spill details on Aljamain Sterling’s star-studded wedding. 🥂

From the first bell at 12 PM ET to the final bet at 1:40 PM ET, we’re giving you 100 minutes of non-stop MMA talk, DraftKings odds & free $1K Main-Event Challenge picks sponsored by Jose Cuervo.

Stick around for the fan-favorite “Pronunciation of the Week” (can YOU say Mateusz Gamrot without missing?) and then get your notebooks out as DK Network’s Brian Petrie joins to set the lines on a SICK five-fight parlay featuring Ricardo Ramos, Montel Jackson & the return of “Do Bronx” Oliveira.

IN THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00): Show Open & DK Billboard

(00:01:30): RAY LONGO MINUTE with @raylongoMMA on Merab Dvalishvili & Aljamain Sterling's wedding

(00:28:16): HEADLINES - UFC 320 Recap - Ankalaev vs. Pereira II (Sponsored by @josecuervo)

(00:49:00): MANDO MORE UFC 320

(00:56:34): Pronunciation of the Week (Sponsored by Total Wireless) - Featuring Gamrot & Oliveira

(01:01:00): E-BLOCK: MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE with @brianpetrieMMA

Ricardo Ramos vs. Kaan Ofli
Mario Pinto vs. Jhonata Daniz
Joel Alvarez vs. Vicente Luque
Montel Jackson vs. Deiveson Figueiredo
Mateusz Gamrot vs. Charles Oliveira

(01:23:00): PLACE YOUR BETS

(01:26:00): OUTRO

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EP. 569: UFC 320 Preview with Anik & Florian, Ray Longo on Merab, Conor McGregor Negotiating With Trump For White House Card!? Sep 29, 2025

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EP. 569: UFC 320 Preview with Anik & Florian, Ray Longo on Merab, Conor McGregor Negotiating With Trump For White House Card!? 🔥 GET YOUR UFC 320 BETTING PICKS LIVE! 🔥 The only podcast hosted by the voice of the UFC, @jon_anik, and UFC title challenger & analyst, @kennyflorian, is LIVE on the DraftKings YouTube channel! We’re breaking down the ENTIRE UFC 320: Ankalaev vs Pereira 2 card, reacting to the WILD Conor McGregor news, and recapping the chaos from Australia. We’ve got the official $3K "Place Your Bets" challenge, the Ray Longo Minute, and we’re kicking it all off with the Jose Cuervo "First Shot" of the fight weekend! 🥃 This episode is PACKED. We’re recapping the stunning KO of Wanderlei Silva, diving deep into McGregor's shocking comments about negotiating with the "United States," and breaking down every single fight on the massive UFC 320 card. Plus, legendary coach @raylongoMMA joins to break down Merab vs Sandhagen and Aljo's wedding, and betting guru @brianpetrieMMA comes in to help us place our $3K in DraftKings bets! You do NOT want to miss a second of this. 📈 WANT TO SUPPORT THE SHOW? Smash that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the DraftKings YouTube channel, and turn on notifications so you never miss a live show! The more engagement, the more the YouTube algorithm shows our show to fellow UFC fans! Let's trend! 🚀 IN THIS EPISODE: (Timestamps in EST) (00:00:00) - A-BLOCK: Show Open & Opening Thoughts (00:04:00) - B-BLOCK: Jose Cuervo "First Shot" of the Fight Weekend - UFC 320 Hype! (00:10:10) - C-BLOCK: HEADLINES - Ulberg vs Reyes Recap, WANDERLEI SILVA KO SCENE, & CONOR MCGREGOR'S SHOCKING TRUMP CLAIM (00:29:00) - D-BLOCK: RAY LONGO MINUTE - Merab Dvalishvili vs Cory Sandhagen Breakdown & Sterling Wedding Talk(00:53:20) - WANDERLEI KO'D & MORE MMA NEWS (00:58:20) - E-BLOCK: PRONUNCIATION OF THE WEEK with Total Wireless (Ateba Gautier) (00:59:40) - DRAFTKINGS MIDROLL BREAK - Get your bets in!(01:01:40) - UFC 320 MAIN -EVENT CHALLENGE PICKS (01:35:00) - F-BLOCK: $3K PLACE YOUR BETS - Full UFC 320 Card Bets with Brian Petrie! (01:38:00) - G-BLOCK: Outro & Final Thoughts SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Bet smarter with A&F’s expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo – Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila. 📱 Total Wireless – Unlimited data that won’t slow you down (UFC’s Official Wireless Provider)! 🚨 VOTE FOR US FOR “BEST MMA PROGRAMMING” AT THE WORLD MMA AWARDS BY FIGHTERS ONLY HERE: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/votenow/ 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! https://youtube.com/@DraftKings 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our Engagement Questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma @brianpetriemma @draftkings @draftkingssportsbook @josecuervo 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 : JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! — Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms.

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EP. 568: UFC PERTH PICKS - Anik & Florian REACT to UFC News with Ray Longo - Gable on DBX4 with Jason Anik?! Sep 26, 2025

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UFC lead commentator Jon Anik and UFC veteran Kenny Florian break down ALL the breaking news with just 8 days until the stacked UFC 320 card in Perth. The landscape just shifted with TWO massive fight changes, and we've got the full analysis. Plus, legendary coach @raylongoMMA joins the show to give his expert take on the matchups, and we get a special update from "Dirty Boxing" commentator Jason Anik! IN THIS EPISODE: We're breaking down the entire fight card and honoring a legend. Here’s your chapter-by-chapter guide: (00:00:00) - A-BLOCK: Opening & Tribute: We start by paying our respects to the legendary MMA journalist Thomas Gerbasi. (00:06:54) - B-BLOCK: UFC 320 NEWS BOMBS (Sponsored by @JoseCuervo): BREAKING: Brendan Allen is IN for "Fluffy" against RDR! Mateusz Gamrot replaces Fiziev vs. Charles Oliveira! We analyze it all. (00:22:00) - Mando

(00:24:00) - UFC WHITE HOUSE (00:29:00) - C-BLOCK: RAY LONGO MINUTE: The man himself, @raylongoMMA, joins the desk to break down the new UFC matchups and give his signature technical analysis! (00:57:00) - D-BLOCK: GUEST - Jason Anik: A deep dive into the world of "Dirty Boxing" with commentator Jason Anik. (01:16:10) - E-BLOCK: Pronunciation of the Week: Sponsored by Total Wireless. We get the official call on Navajo Stirling & Ivan Erslan. (01:18:00) - DraftKings (01:19:40) - E-BLOCK (Cont.): DRAFTKINGS MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE: It's time to make your picks! We break down every key fight for your bets for UFC PERTH

(01:42:00) - PLACE YOUR BETS (01:45:00) - F-BLOCK: Outro & Final Thoughts: Jon and Kenny wrap the show. SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Bet smarter with A&F’s expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo – Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila. 📱 Total Wireless – Unlimited data that won’t slow you down (UFC’s Official Wireless Provider)! 💥 MANDO — Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code AFPOD at shopmando.com! #mandopod 🚨 VOTE FOR US FOR “BEST MMA PROGRAMMING” AT THE WORLD MMA AWARDS BY FIGHTERS ONLY HERE: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/votenow/ 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! https://youtube.com/@DraftKings 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our Engagement Questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma @brianpetriemma @draftkings @draftkingssportsbook @josecuervo 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 : JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! — Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms.

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EP. 567: Canelo v. Crawford REACTIONS with Jon Anik & Kenny Florian - Ray Longo on Noche UFC & Diego Lopes Sep 15, 2025

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🚀 BREAKING DOWN COMBAT SPORTS CHAOS! 🚀
Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE from the DraftKings Studio to react to a MASSIVE weekend in fighting! We're breaking down every detail from the shocking Canelo Alvarez vs. Terence Crawford superfight AND all the fallout from Noche UFC. 🥊👊

💥 IN THIS EPISODE (SEPT 15, 2025):
We've got a loaded show for you, including our special guest, the legendary coach Ray Longo! We're diving deep into the headlines, your DraftKings betting boards, and paying tribute to the late, great Ricky Hatton. Plus, don't miss the Ray Longo Minute for his always-brilliant technical breakdowns. This is a must-watch for any MMA and boxing fan.

👇 SMASH THAT LIKE BUTTON, SUBSCRIBE, AND TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS! 👇
You watching LIVE? Your engagement is VITAL. Hitting that "Like" 👍 helps us CRUSH the YouTube algorithm. Comment your takes below and we might read it on air! Subscribing and clicking the bell 🔔 ensures you never miss another LIVE show.

🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (For people to COMMENT LIVE!):

Who REALLY won between Canelo and Crawford? Did the judges get it right?
What was the biggest surprise from Noche UFC? 🤯
What's your lock for this weekend's NFL slate? 🏈 Tag @DKSportsbook with your pick!

⏰ IN THIS EPISODE:
(00:00:00) - A-BLOCK: Show Open & DraftKings Betting Board Breakdown
(00:04:41) - B-BLOCK: HEADLINES - Canelo vs. Crawford FULL Recap & Noche UFC Reaction (Sponsored by @JoseCuervo)
(00:26:43) - C-BLOCK: HEADLINES Cont. / POW - TOTAL WIRELESS - Marco Verde & Fernando Vargas Jr Name Pronunciation Analysis
(00:34:19) - D-BLOCK: RAY LONGO MINUTE - Special analysis with @raylongoMMA!

(01:09:10) - DRAFTKINGS MIDROLL - NFL Betting Preview (Anik Live VO)
(01:11:00) - E-BLOCK: Final Thoughts

SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!):

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About The Anik & Florian Podcast:
Hosted weekly by UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik and former UFC fighter Kenny Florian, The Anik & Florian Podcast delivers top-tier MMA analysis, expert predictions, and exclusive interviews with the biggest names in combat sports.

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EP. 566: Andre Ward Talks Canelo v. Crawford! Noche UFC Betting Picks and Ray Longo on UFC Paris 🥊 Sep 08, 2025

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Andre Ward Talks Canelo vs Crawford! Noche UFC Betting Picks and Ray Longo 🥊 | A&F: 566

🎯 LIVE SHOW ALERT! The most trusted voices in MMA, Jon Anik and Kenny Florian, are breaking down ALL the action from the world of combat sports LIVE from the DraftKings Studio!

We've got a MASSIVE show for you today, featuring a legendary Hall of Famer and a full breakdown of this weekend's stacked Noche UFC card. STAY LIVE, because we're placing our bets and you don't want to miss it! 🔥

🤼♂️ IN THIS EPISODE: We're diving deep into the headlines, getting critical coaching analysis from the one and only Ray Longo, and then sitting down with boxing legend ANDRE WARD to get his expert take on the Canelo vs. Crawford superfight!

Then, we're locking in our official DraftKings bets for every major fight at Noche UFC. This is your one-stop shop for all the insight you need to dominate the weekend!

🕚 SHOW RUNNING ORDER & TIMESTAMPS:

(00:00:00) - Show Open & Welcome presented by DraftKings
(00:03:43) - Today's Top Headlines presented by @josecuervo

(00:22:56) - SPECIAL GUEST: Boxing Hall of Famer Andre Ward on Canelo vs. Crawford
(00:32:06) - UFC PARIS RECAP
(00:40:06) - DRAFTKINGS OFFER
(00:42:06) - MORE UFC PARIS & BOXING

(00:47:00) - The Ray Longo Minute: Technical Breakdown of the Weekend's Fights
(01:09:00) - MANDO
(01:11:00) - Main Event Challenge: Noche UFC & Boxing BETTING PICKS presented by DraftKings Sportsbook
(01:30:00) - Canelo v. Crawford
(01:35:00) - PLACE YOUR BETS
(01:38:00) - Show Wrap & Final Thoughts

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EP. 565: UFC Paris Preview with Anik & Florian plus Mike Coppinger on Canelo v. Crawford, and Ray Longo Sep 02, 2025

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UFC Paris Preview with Anik & Florian plus Mike Coppinger on Canelo v. Crawford, and Ray Longo 🔥 LIVE from the DraftKings Studios! Welcome to The Anik & Florian Podcast, your #1 source for breaking UFC news, elite-level analysis, and the best betting insights in the MMA game! Sit down with UFC lead commentator Jon Anik and former title challenger Kenny Florian for two hours of pure fight talk. We're breaking down ALL the insane news from the weekend and prepping you for the upcoming UFC Fight Night card! 🏆 This episode is absolutely STACKED! We're reacting to the MASSIVE news that Islam Makhachev will defend his belt against Jack Della Maddalena at UFC 322 and the historic move by Zhang Weili to chase double-champ status! Plus, we've got the legendary coach @raylongoMMA breaking down the technique, and top boxing insider Mike Coppinger stopping by. Don't miss our "Main Event Challenge" segment with @brianpetrieMMA to get all your bets locked in! 💰

SMASH that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the @DraftKings channel, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL so you never miss our live shows every Tuesday & Thursday at 11 AM EST! Let us know you're watching live in the comments! IN THIS EPISODE:(00:00:00) - 🎬 A-BLOCK: Show Open & DraftKings Billboard(00:04:17) - 🗞️ B-BLOCK: HEADLINES (Sponsored by @josecuervo) - UFC 322 Main Event Official, Zhang Weili's move, Noche UFC shakeup, and Misfits Boxing results!(00:13:22) - 🥋 C-BLOCK: RAY LONGO MINUTE - Technical breakdown with the one and only @raylongoMMA!(00:45:00) - 🎤 E-BLOCK: Pronunciation of the Week (Brought to you by Total Wireless)(00:50:45) - 🏈 DraftKings NFL 60(00:52:17) - 🎯 F-BLOCK: MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE - Betting picks for UFC Fight Night: Imavov vs. Borralho with @brianpetrieMMA!(01:17:37) - PLACE YOUR BETS (01:25:00) - 🥊 D-BLOCK: GUEST - Mike Coppinger, Senior Insider for RING Magazine, joins the show! (01:35:00) - 🎙️ G-BLOCK: Outro & Final Thoughts 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (For people to COMMENT LIVE!): * Who wins: Islam Makhachev or Jack Della Maddalena? * Is Zhang Weili vs. Valentina Shevchenko the right fight to make? * What's your LOCK of the week for the Imavov vs. Borralho card? SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Bet smarter with A&F’s expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo – Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila. 📱 Total Wireless – Unlimited data that won’t slow you down (UFC’s Official Wireless Provider)! 🚨 VOTE FOR US FOR “BEST MMA PROGRAMMING” AT THE WORLD MMA AWARDS BY FIGHTERS ONLY HERE: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/votenow/ 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! https://youtube.com/@DraftKings 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our Engagement Questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma @brianpetriemma @draftkings @draftkingssportsbook @josecuervo 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 : JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! — Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms.

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EP. 564: UFC NEWS with Anik & Florian - Guests Lerone Murphy and Dominick Cruz + Ray Longo Aug 25, 2025

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🔥 LIVE UFC BREAKDOWN & BLOCKBUSTER GUESTS! 🔥 The ONLY live podcast you need for breaking UFC news, deep-dive analysis, and legendary guests, straight from the iconic voices of the Octagon! Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE from the DraftKings Studio to break down EVERYTHING happening in the world of combat sports. We're talking Canelo vs. Crawford, the latest UFC headlines, and a stacked lineup of special guests that you will NOT want to miss. This is your front-row seat to the most informed conversation in MMA! 🎤🥊 Get ready for a POWERHOUSE episode! We're joined by the undefeated UFC featherweight contender, Lerone "The Miracle" Murphy, to discuss his path to the title. Then, UFC Hall of Fame commentator Dominick Cruz stops by to give his expert take on the state of the bantamweight division and beyond. Plus, our very own Ray Longo drops knowledge bombs in his signature segment. It’s all presented by DraftKings and Jose Cuervo! 🏆 SMASH that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to the channel, and hit the NOTIFICATION BELL 🔔 so you never miss a moment of the action! Comment your takes LIVE during the show—we read it all! IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) - Show OPEN & DraftKings Billboard (00:01:00) - A-BLOCK: Opening Comments (00:05:14) - B-BLOCK: Today's UFC HEADLINES (Sponsored by @josecuervo)(00:14:00) - Mando :60 (Anik Live VO) (00:15:40) - C-BLOCK: SPECIAL GUEST - UFC FW contender Lerone Murphy (@leronemurphy) (00:24:00) - D-BLOCK: LEGENDARY GUEST - UFC Commentator Dominick Cruz (@dominickcruz) joins (00:51:00) - E-BLOCK: RAY LONGO MINUTE with @raylongoMMA & @brianpetrieMMA (01:19:00) - DraftKings :60 - College Football (Anik Live VO) (01:21:10) - F-BLOCK: Outro & Final Thoughts SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Bet smarter with A&F’s expert insights! 🍹 Jose Cuervo – Fuel fight night with the tequila that invented tequila. 💥 MANDO — Control Body Odor ANYWHERE with @shop.mando and get 20% off + free shipping with promo code AFPOD at shopmando.com! #mandopod 🚨 VOTE FOR US FOR “BEST MMA PROGRAMMING” AT THE WORLD MMA AWARDS BY FIGHTERS ONLY HERE: https://www.worldmmaawards.com/votenow/ 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! https://youtube.com/@DraftKings 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our Engagement Questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma @brianpetriemma @draftkings @draftkingssportsbook @josecuervo 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 : JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! About The Anik & Florian Podcast:Hosted weekly by UFC play-by-play commentator Jon Anik and former UFC fighter Kenny Florian, The Anik & Florian Podcast delivers top-tier MMA analysis, expert predictions, and exclusive interviews with the biggest names in combat sports. — Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms. ___ EP. 564: UFC NEWS with Anik & Florian - Guests Lerone Murphy and Dominick Cruz + Ray Longo

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