You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen
You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen
Chael Sonnen: MMA superstar, American gangster...and bad guy...speaks his mind, drops knowledge and sounds off as the absolute authoritative voice in the world of combat sports. Join Chael as he runs life inside and out of the Octagon, with inside knowledge and unrivaled perspective. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.
Tyson Fury's Revisionist History, Tom Aspinall Isn't Coming Back & Is Paddy vs. Arman Tsarukyan a Real Title Eliminator?
Tom Aspinall just put out a statement saying he's not leaving the UFC. Paddy Pimblett vs. Arman Tsarukyan is being billed as a number one contenders fight for Justin Gaethje's title. Tyson Fury says he didn't train for the Francis Ngannou fight because it wasn't a real fight. Ask Uncle Chael covers the difference between a hardcore MMA fan and a casual, the state of WWE with Seth Rollins and Roman Reigns.
Aug 28
44 min
Merab vs. Cejudo on the Mat, Paddy Pimblett Called a Weight Bully & NSAC Withholds 3 UFC Stars' Pay
Chael just got back from Real American Freestyle in Cleveland and it was the best event they've ever put on. Bo Nickel, Jordan Burroughs, Jason Nolf, Gable Steveson, and Merab Dvalishvili all on the same card. Then UFC Sacramento: Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez loses to Gregory "Robocop" Rodrigues in a war. Paddy Pimblett, Max Holloway, and Gable Steveson all climbed the cage after their UFC 329 wins and the Nevada State Athletic Commission withheld their pay.
Aug 25
43 min
Islam Makhachev the GOAT? Who's Next at 170 Prates or Morales? Ian Garry's Hugs & Ask Uncle Chael
Chael isn't ready to hand Islam Makhachev the GOAT title just yet. Then there's the Ian Garry hug situation.The pre-fight hug, the mid-fight hug, the post-fight hug, and the post-fight lecture hug. Carlos Prates says he was promised the next title shot. Josh Hokit and Alex Pereira get matched up. And, Ask Uncle Chael covers Team Quest, Homer Moore, marriage, bicep curls, GME, and more.
Aug 21
48 min
An Even Bigger Problem Now for Ian Garry, Islam Makhachev Gets Challenged & Gillian Robertson Proves Herself
Chael doesn't care Ian Garry lost. He cares about everything Garry said and did after. Who's next at welterweight gets sorted. Chael also asks out loud whether Islam is actually the best fighter alive or if we're all just agreeing on that. Plus, Gillian Robertson finally gets credit. And Dean Thomas' apology.
Aug 18
39 min
Ian Garry's Size Problem, Zuckerberg Spars Merab & Conor McGregor's Hanging with Brad Pitt?
The Ian Garry size debate gets settled once and for all. Conor McGregor tweets about drinking with Brad Pitt. Mark Zuckerberg spars Merab Dvalishvili on a raft in the ocean. Joe Rogan's fighter pay argument. Plus, Ask Uncle Chael.
Aug 14
56 min
Can Ian Garry Shock Islam Makhachev? Gillian Robertson vs. Mackenzie Dern + A 6-on-1 Death Match?
Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry is right around the corner, and Chael Sonnen has thoughts, a lot of them. Then it's Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson for the women's strawweight title - two fighters who look lovely and fight dirty. Plus: somebody sent him a link to a six-on-one fight and he can't unsee it.
Aug 11
40 min
Justin Gaethje's Next Fight, Alex Pereira Won't Let It Go & Robert Whittaker's Big Problem
Justin Gaethje says he's waiting for a big fight, but what does that actually mean? Why Alex Pereira still isn't over the controversial ending to his White House fight, and why his stock hasn't dropped. Plus, Robert Whittaker may have instantly become a title threat at 205, and why being hated is the fastest path to stardom.
Aug 7
46 min
Tom Aspinall's Clock Is Ticking, Islam Makhachev's Surprise & Bobby Green
How much longer can the UFC wait on Tom Aspinall? Chael examines the heavyweight division from every angle, shares behind-the-scenes insight into Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry, reacts to Bobby Green's viral sparring session with an undefeated professional boxer, and another edition of Ask Uncle Chael..
Aug 4
54 min
Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier Is Back? Islam Makhachev & the UFC's Backup Plan
Has the UFC already locked up its next lightweight title fight? Chael breaks down why Michael Morales was named the backup fighter for Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Machado Garry. Then, reacts to the latest Jon Jones vs. Daniel Cormier controversy. And shines a light on Daniel Rodriguez's remarkable return. Plus, another edition of Ask Uncle Chael, featuring questions on fight forfeitures, rankings, and more.
Jul 31
59 min
Has the UFC Already Booked the Lightweight Title Fight? Islam Makhachev's Warning & How Will Conor McGregor Be Remembered?
Why has the lightweight division has suddenly gone quiet? What do Arman Tsarukyan and Charles Oliveira already know? Why does the BMF Championship still matter? And what it all means for Justin Gaethje, Ilia Topuria, and the next UFC title fight. Plus, Islam Makhachev's assessment of Ian Machado Garry. How will Conor McGregor be remembered? And, Merab Dvalishvili and Henry Cejudo meet again on the wrestling mat.
Jul 28
39 min
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