The Casual Fan

Shane Tully & David Murray

The word 'casual' has emerged as an insult of sorts in the sporting world, particularly in the world of MMA. We take a different view, as we believe that casual fans make sports as big as they are. So in this podcast we give analysis of the world of MMA, boxing, (and a host of other eclectic topics) through the lens of a casual fans' perspective. Support us on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/thecasualfan For business queries contact: [email protected] Intro/outro music courtesy of: https://soundcloud.com/user-614129540

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3rd Chair: UFC & Boxing Update with Tony Keating

This episode marks the first in a new series titled "3rd Chair". The premise of this series is to discuss the latest news in MMA & Boxing with a guest on each 3rd Chair episode. In this episode we are joined by Tony Keating to discuss recent UFC events, including Kamaru Usmans dominant performance, Charles Oliveira winning lightweight gold, Jake Pauls recent victory and the potential cancellation of Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury.

May 20, 2021

46 min

MMA March Madness

Episode 10 of 'The Casual Fan Podcast' previews a packed UFC schedule in March with 3 upcoming title fights on UFC 259 headlined by Israel Adesanya vs Jan Blachowicz. Also discussed is the return of Leon Edwards and the place of steroids in MMA. 

Feb 28, 2021

32 min

Jay Ronic on Influencer Boxing (Jake & Logan Paul)

The worlds' of influencers and combat sports have become increasingly intertwined. On this episode of 'The Casual Fan Podcast' we brought in our resident 'influencer' in rapper, tiktoker and all round entertainer Jay Ronic to discuss the implications to both words'.

Jan 31, 2021

32 min

Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier 2 Recap

Episode 8 of ‘The Casual Fan Podcast’ recaps the recent Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier fight and what is next for both men. Also discussed is the Dan Hooker vs Michael Chandler result and the rest of the UFC 257 card.

Jan 24, 2021

35 min

Max Holloway Breakdown, UFC 257 & 2021 Predictions

Episode 7 kicks off 2021 of ‘The Casual Fan Podcast’. We discuss Max Holloway’s recent performance, UFC 257 including Conor McGregor’s return and who we think will be the champion in each division by the end of 2021.

Jan 17, 2021

37 min

First MMA Fight Experience with Tony Keating

Episode 6 of 'The Casual Fan Podcast' welcomes our first guest -  Tony Keating. We discuss Tony's first fight, why he started MMA and the training involved.  Additionally upcoming UFC fights are discussed.

Dec 30, 2020

44 min

Fantasy Fights #1 Khamzat Chimaev vs Kamaru Usman

Episode 5 of ‘The Casual Fan Podcast' is the inaugural Episode of the 'Fantasy Fights' Series where we breakdown fans dream fights. Episode 1 of this series includes: Khamzat Chimaev vs Kamaru Usman, Jon Jones vs Stipe Miocic & Darren Till vs Nick Diaz. 

Dec 14, 2020

32 min

UFC Lightweight Tournament Bracket

Episode 4 of 'The Casual Fan Podcast' delves into who will be the next UFC Lightweight Champion, a potential Lightweight tournament and if Khabib will return.

Dec 7, 2020

45 min

Joshua, Fury, Wilder Heavyweight Boxing Discussion

Traditionally, the Heavyweight champion of the world has been given the moniker ‘The Baddest Man on the Planet’. In Episode 3 of ‘The Casual Fan Podcast’ we discuss the landscape of the Heavyweight division and the possibility of Anthony Joshua vs Tyson Fury in 2021.

Dec 2, 2020

43 min

Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier 2 Breakdown & Discussion

Episode 2 of ‘The Casual Fan Podcast’ discusses Conor McGregor vs Dustin Poirier 2 being confirmed for UFC 257 and the stylistic matchup it entails. Other topics debated are the Tony Ferguson vs Charles Oliveira booking, the future of the lightweight division, further matchup’s at UFC 257 and the possibility of fans returning to MMA events.

Nov 26, 2020

35 min