Jun 16

Justin Gaethje's Stunning Upset, Tom Aspinall's Problem & Khamzat's Wild Wrestling Brawl

Chael breaks down one of the most fascinating nights in recent MMA history. After rewatching Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria, Chael explains why the fight wasn't nearly as simple as the final result suggests, why Mark Goddard's controversial decision may have saved a champion, an ... Show More

59m 38s

Jun 12

Justin Gaethje vs Ilia Topuria Just Got Personal, Tom Aspinall's Future & UFC White House Chaos

What started as a dream UFC White House card just got a whole lot messier. Chael breaks down the suddenly personal feud between Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria, why this fight may have found the missing ingredient it needed, and whether Topuria will really refuse to shake Gaethje ... Show More

1 h

Jun 9

The Real Story Behind the UFC's White House Event + Gaethje's Path to Beating Topuria

The UFC's White House card could change everything—and Chael explains why the biggest story might not be the one everyone's expecting. Could Bo Nickal force his way back into title conversations? Is Michael Chandler nearing the end of his MMA career? And why does Chael believe Jo ... Show More

52m 27s

Oct 2024

JON ANIK: Voice of UFC, Greatest Octagon Moment, Joe Rogan | Pound 4 Pound Kamaru Usman Henry Cejudo

Make sure to subscribe and follow the show for new weekly episodes. "I am charged with creating the soundtrack for the professional lives of these fighters. That is my focus. I want to make every championship call count." That about sums it up. Jon is arguably the most recognizab ... Show More

1 h

Oct 2023

Cormier's Corner Ep. 2 - Jon Jones challenger is "Out of his F***ING MIND" + Noche UFC over Boxing?

Daniel Cormier is BACK with a second edition of Cormier's Corner! DC looks back at his old fights with Jon Jones and tells us why NBA forward James Johnson is OUT OF HIS F***ING MIND for thinking any training would get him a win over Jon Jones. DC, along with Jamell, Craig and Te ... Show More

28m 29s

Sep 2023

UFC 293 reaction, Chael Sonnen, Ian Machado Garry, Chris Curtis, Casey O’Neill, and more

Ariel Helwani around (7:57) reflects on a memorable UFC 293 main event, whether it’s one of the biggest upsets in UFC history, if champion Sean Strickland is good for the UFC, what’s next for the middleweight champion, and more. The team around (25:34) discusses the magnitude of ... Show More

4h 7m

Jul 2016

#822 - Chael Sonnen

Chael Sonnen is a retired mixed martial artist who last competed in the light heavyweight division of the UFC. He also hosts his own podcast called "You're Welcome with Chael Sonnen" available on Spotify. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

2h 28m

Feb 2025

Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren on Jon Jones-Francis Ngannou fight, Makhachev-Belal, Ben vs. Usman

Ben Askren IS BACK alongside Daniel Cormier for another NEW EDITION of Funky and the Champ! Askren and Cormier give their take on Jon Jones going on IG live, and why a fight with him and Francis Ngannou is almost IMPOSSIBLE in the UFC. Plus, DC and Ben discuss Belal Muhammad sayi ... Show More

35m 32s

Jul 2024

Daniel Cormier TV - Tom Aspinall SOUNDS OFF ON Jon Jones: "Is he even fighting Stipe?"

Tom Aspinall joins Daniel Cormier for the latest edition of the DC Check-In! Aspinall and DC talk about both the Jon Jones and Ciryl Gane situations with Tom, and why neither fighter has accepted a fight with him. Plus, the guys break down the heavyweight division and look ahead ... Show More

14m 4s

Aug 2024

Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier WARNS Belal Muhammad after his BEEF with Kamaru Usman: "CAREFUL what you wish for!"

Belal Muhammad has been UNHINGED since winning his UFC title over Leon Edwards at UFC 304, and his latest callout is Kamaru Usman! Daniel Cormier tells the people why HE LOVES this beef in particular, but that Muhammad "better be ready" to take a fight with Usman and finish this ... Show More

14m 50s

Oct 2024

Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren GO IN ON Ilia Topuria & Islam Makhachev BEEF, Alex Periera KNOCKOUT

Ben Askren and Daniel Cormier ARE BACK with a brand new episode of Funky and the Champ. DC and Ben give their take on Alex Pereira's BRUTAL finish of Khalil Rountree in the fourth round to defend his UFC light heavyweight title, and who will be Poatan’s next opponent. Plus, Askre ... Show More

32m 21s

Oct 2024

Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren GO IN ON Ilia Topuria & Islam Makhachev BEEF, Alex Periera KNOCKOUT

Ben Askren and Daniel Cormier ARE BACK with a brand new episode of Funky and the Champ. DC and Ben give their take on Alex Pereira's BRUTAL finish of Khalil Rountree in the fourth round to defend his UFC light heavyweight title, and who will be Poatan’s next opponent. Plus, Askre ... Show More

32m 21s

Jan 2025

Daniel Cormier TV - Daniel Cormier REACTS to Islam Makhachev SUBMITTING Renato Moicano, Merab defeats Umar Nurmagomedov

After Islam Makhachev submitted Renato Moicano to defend his championship belt, Daniel Cormier IS BACK from octagon side to give you his post-fight analysis of the main event fight at UFC 311 and all the best action of the night! DC gives his take on Merab Dvalishvili beating Uma ... Show More

9m 55s

Curtis Blaydes' Callout, Jon Jones' "Can...