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Two Title Fights Are Set, Fury vs. Wilder III Preview, and Bellator’s Breaking News Oct 07, 2021

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Francis Ngannou vs. Ciryl Gane for the heavyweight title. Charles Oliveira and Dustin Poirier for the 155-pound belt. Live from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel, Chuck, and Petesy break down the two highly anticipated title fights before debating a difficult question: If Poirier wins the title in December, and Kamaru Usman retains his belt in November, who should win Fighter of the Year? Plus, 3PAC also discusses Henry Cejudo’s chances of challenging Alexander Volkanovski at featherweight (31:23), Saturday’s Tyson Fury–Deontay Wilder trilogy (38:22), and this week’s big Bellator news.

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall

Producer: Troy Farkas

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UFC 266 Reaction: the Fight of the Year, Nick Diaz's Return, Valentina Dominates (Again) PLUS Jon Jones' Arrest Sep 26, 2021

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LIVE from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel, Chuck and Petesy react to an INSANE UFC 266 main event between Alexander Volkanovski and Brian Ortega that may just be the top candidate for the best fight of 2021. Then, the guys discuss their mixed feelings about watching Nick Diaz tonight and if fans should expect to see Diaz fight for the UFC again (20:05). Plus, some thoughts on what's left for Valentina Shevchenko at flyweight (42:50), the complicated men's bantamweight title picture, Jon Jones' most recent arrest (1:05:25), and more.

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Petesy Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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UFC 266 Preview: The Nick Diaz Conflict and the Making of Volkanovski vs. Ortega Sep 24, 2021

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Live from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel, Chuck and Petesy get you set for Saturday's UFC 266 as the fighters step to the scales, discussing the role of 'The Ultimate Fighter' in Alexander Volkanovski fighting Brian Ortega for the featherweight title (23:17), the uneasiness surrounding Nick Diaz's return to the cage following a six-year layoff (37:30), if Lauren Murphy stands a chance against the dominant Valentina Shevchenko (1:14:25), and more.

Remember, the guys will be live on Spotify Greenroom IMMEDIATELY after UFC 266 to recap the fights and take your calls!

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Petesy Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Carlos Condit Retires, Jake Paul Wants Masvidal, and an Epic “Heelwani” Rant Sep 17, 2021

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Live from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, and Petesy Carroll convene for their first “breaking news” podcast to pay homage to the careers of MMA legends Carlos Condit and Joseph Benavidez, who both called it quits this week. The guys discuss their legacies and the UFC’s inability to properly honor its stars after they’re done fighting. Then, 3PAC get into the newly booked flyweight trilogy title fight between Brandon Moreno and Deiveson Figueiredo (32:25), a new MMA league that wants to pay fighters more fairly (1:05:50), and a Heelwani rant involving Leon Edwards and Gilbert Burns that you DO NOT want to miss (41:28).

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Petesy Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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An Uncomfortable "Debacle," The State of Boxing & Was Trump Actually Entertaining?: Recapping Holyfield vs. Belfort and Silva vs. Ortiz Sep 12, 2021

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LIVE from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall and Petesy Carroll react to another Triller disaster that resulted in the 58-year-old Evander Holyfield getting knocked out in the first round by Vitor Belfort. The guys discuss their feelings watching the fight, Belfort's post-fight callout of Jake Paul, and if the UFC feels any pressure from all this (30:08). Plus, 3PAC also talks about the feel-good story that is Anderson Silva (7:18) and Donald Trump's broadcasting performance (22:40).

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Tomorrow's Triller Circus, Trump's Broadcast, and a New Era of Fighting: Previewing Evander Holyfield vs. Vitor Belfort Sep 10, 2021

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LIVE from Spotify Greenroom, Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, and Petesy Carroll discuss tomorrow night's head-scratching Triller card, which features 58-year-old Evander Holyfield and 44-year-old Vitor Belfort, and the "moral dilemma" that comes with watching it. Plus, 3PAC talks about Donald Trump's impact on the evening (9:05), Anderson Silva's fight against Tito Ortiz, and how Jake Paul played a part in making tomorrow night happen (38:18).

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Petesy Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Post-Fight Reaction: Brunson vs. Till LIVE from Spotify Greenroom Sep 05, 2021

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Seconds after watching Derek Brunson submit Darren Till, Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall and Petesy Carroll discuss Brunson's resurgence and his place in the title picture (5:33) and if it's time to write off Till as a true contender at 185 lbs. Plus, the guys react to Paddy Pimblett's electric UFC debut (19:26), Molly McCann's grueling win (43:09), Tom Aspinall's big night and an overall impressive showing from Cage Warriors alumni. And of course, "3Pac" also take a couple calls from fans listening live on Spotify Greenroom.

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Peter Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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Derek Brunson vs. Darren Till Preview Show LIVE from Spotify Greenroom Sep 03, 2021

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In their first official live Spotify Greenroom weigh-in show, Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall and Petesy Carroll get you set for a UFC middleweight showdown between Derek Brunson and fan favorite Darren Till. The guys also discuss Till's future if he wins tomorrow night (21:42), Paddy Pimblett's potential and MUCH more while also taking questions from fans LIVE in Greenroom.

Hosts: Ariel Helwani, Chuck Mindenhall, Peter Carroll

Producer: Troy Farkas

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