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Cageside with John Morgan
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Cageside with John Morgan is a weekly video podcast that will breakdown and preview everything in the world of Mixed Martial Arts, including hard hitting interviews by some of the biggest stars in the sport. John Morgan is an award winning journalist and is widely regarded as the best MMA insider in the world.
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Sean Strickland wins, and Eric’s got receipts; What happened to the MVP MMA buzz?
4d ago00:55:49Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap an incredible UFC 328, where Sean Strickland earned a win over Khamzat Chimaev, just like the guys predicted one week ago. Also, Joshua Van vs. Alexandre Pantoja II just got way more interesting, and has the promotion of this weekend’s MVP MMA card done more harm than good? All this and more ...0:00 – Sean Strickland gets it done, and Eric’s go receipts4:57 – Styles absolutely do make fights14:24 – Strickland the UFC star you never saw coming – so what comes next?28:29 – Joshua Van erases all doubt in thriller34:46 – Is there diminishing hype around MVP MMA 1?47:04 - MVP MMA predictions49:01 – Previewing this week’s UFC in Las Vegas
Transcribe →Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland – it’s FIGHT WEEK, and Eric has a bold prediction
2w ago00:57:16Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look forward to UFC 328 and the epic showdown of Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland. Hear the breakdown and why they think the odds are so far off. Also, off his dominant victory at UFC Perth, does Carlos Prates leap frog Ian Machado Garry to claim a coveted welterweight title shot? All this and more ...0:00 – Carlos Prates just changed the trajectory of his career9:37 – Will Prates leapfrog Ian Machado Garry to face Islam Makhachev?12:44 – Fear became reality with Beneil Dariush and Tai Tuivasa16:49 – Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sena Strickland approach Khabib Nurmagomedov-Conor McGregor haeat23:34 – Eric has a bold prediction for Chimaev vs. Strickland – and he backs it up32:36 – Breaking down Chimaev vs. Strickland46:46 – What to watch for outside of UFC 328's main event?52:47 – UFC 328 prelims preview
Transcribe →Ronda Rousey, Kayla Harrison, and the battle for relevancy
3w ago01:04:53Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan break down what’s really happening between Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison, recap what unfolded at the UFC’s latest event at Meta Apex, and preview the UFC’s trip to Australia this weekend. All this and more ...0:00 – What’s with all the UFC hate lately?10:15 – Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison – who’s actually most relevant?37:10 – Aljamain Sterling dominates Youssef Zalal – did he earn a title shot?39:14 – UFC Perth preview with Jack Della Maddalena vs. Carlos Prates51:00 – Other key fights from Australia1:00:30 – Primal Cage Warriors review, CFFC NextGen 3 preview
Transcribe →UFC, Power Slap, CFFC and WrestleMania!!
4w ago00:42:16Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan break down a busy week across combat sports and pro wrestling. The guys recap UFC Winnipeg, where Mike Mallot delivered a dominant, one‑sided performance against Gilbert Burns. Eric checks in from Las Vegas after attending Power Slap 19, while John was on the ground in Philadelphia covering CFFC action. Plus, the WrestleMania main event hit especially close to home for both hosts, leading to an unforgettable discussion. All this and much more on this packed episode!0:00 – Roman Reigns and CM Punk shine in WrestleMania headliner9:18 – Mike Malott delives, while Gilbert Burns calls it a career18:58 – What’s next for Malott?21:36 – Charles Jourdain survives a game Kyler Phillips25:22 – Eric’s Power Slap experience31:01 – Recapping CFFC 15333:53 – What is going on with Arman Tsarukyan?38:02 – Previewing Aljamain Sterling vs. Youssef Zalal and this week’s UFC event
Transcribe →Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg breakdown; UFC 327 preview
Apr 600:53:01Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at Saturday’s UFC Fight Night event and the always likable Renato Moicano spoiling the coming out party of Chris Duncan – then taking it personal. Looking forward to UFC 327 and Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg for the vacant light heavyweight title. All this and more ...0:00 – Renatio Moicano is the gift that keeps giving7:54 – Is Chris Duncan a cautionary tale of too much, too soon?12:34 – Ethyn Ewing is a star on the rise16:27 – Tommy McMillen, Tresean Gore, Alice Pereira, Kai Kamaka III and more19:47 – A call to end the Meta Apex hate23:19 – Previewing Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg35:27 – Don’t miss Cub Swanson vs. Nate Landwehr39:37 – Aaron Pico and Patricio Freire’s Bellator battle45:51 – Alexandre Pantoja’s frustrating reality
Transcribe →Joe Pyfer joins elite, Alexa Grasso delivers scary highlight in Seattle – what’s next?
Mar 3000:56:08Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at a thrilling UFC Seattle event, where Joe Pyfer vs. Israel Adesanya played out exactly as the boys had predicted. Alexa Grasso delivered one of the scariest MMA finishes you’ll ever see, and Mike Beltran’s veteran skills were on display. Renato Moicano vs. Chris Duncan is a perfect example of UFC’s current matchmaking strategy. A quick look ahead to a stacked UFC 327 show an incredible lineup. All this and more ...0:00 – Joe Pyfer takes a massive step forward with win over Israel Adesanya9:30 – Could Michael “Venom” Page factor into what’s next for Pyfer or Adesanya?13:04 – Alexa Grasso delivers a finish for the ages16:27 – Mike Beltran’s quick reaction saved an even worse outcome27:44 – Eric’s refereeing career path34:04 – Is Chase Hooper a cautionary tale?37:22 – Michael Chiesa gets the perfect send-off in retirement fight41:39 – Renato Moicano vs. Chris Duncan reveals the UFC’s matchmaking strategy48:04 – UFC 327 is coming up, and it is stacked52:58 – Weekend preview, including CFFC BJJ 17
Transcribe →Israel Adesanya vs. Joe Pyfer preview; Ronda Rousey picking fights
Mar 2401:00:41Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at UFC Fight Night from London. Does Movsar Evloev finally get his shot, or does Jean Silva have something to say about that? Looking ahead to UFC this weekend from Seattle, is this Joe Pyfer’s breakout moment, or will Israel Adesanya prove once again why he is widely considered the middleweight GOAT? Is Ronda Rousey helping or hurting herself going after the UFC? All this and more ...0:00 – How do you score Movsar Evloev vs. Lerone Murphy?7:13 – Does Evloev get the title shot over Jean Silva?13:29 – Michael “Venom” Page vs. Sam Patterson falls flat17:10 – Danny Silva ruins the debut of Kurtis Campbell21:51 – Incredible life lessons from the NCAA Division I Wrestling Championships30:16 – Will Joe Pyfer have breakout win vs. Israel Adesanya38:55 – Maycee Barber’s big opportunity at UFC Seattle45:55 – CFFC 152 preview51:54 – Ronda Rousey looking to take Hunter Campbell’s job
Transcribe →UFC’s best card of the year; Harry Hardwick’s jaw; Nate Diaz jumps ship for Mike Perry
Mar 1600:51:58Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Mogan look back at what is the UFC “Card of the Year” so far. Kevin Vallejos continues to impress with another first-round TKO, this time over the vet Josh Emmett. Marwan Rahiki and Harry Hardwick go to absolute war, ending with a corner stoppage due to a very badly broken jaw. Looking ahead to UFC from England and the announcement of Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry on Netflix. All this and more ...0:00 – Kevin Vallejos dominates Josh Emmett4:05 – Eric’s regret from Marwan Rahiki vs. Harry Hardwick16:56 - Hardwick aftermath and meeting Hunter Campbell19:36 – Eryk Anders calls it a career21:07 – Bia Mesquita and Manoel Sousa have arrived23:36 – Nate Diaz facing Mike Perry on Netflix36:40 – Movsar Evloev vs. Lerone Murphy for a UFC title shot40:32 – What is the UFC doing with Michael “Venom” Page?44:58 – CFFC 151 review50:05 - Weekend preview
Transcribe →UFC White House card: Hit or miss? UFC 326 recap | Cageside
Mar 901:02:22Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap a wild weekend in the world of combat sports. The UFC’s White House card was revealed – is it a hit or a miss? What was the fight that dropped out, and do you believe Jon Jones was never going to be on the card? Charles Oliveira dominates Max Holloway at UFC 326 en route to becoming the new BMF champion. All this and more ...0:00 – Was Jon Jones the fighter that fell off the UFC White House card?8:31 – Is Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje the right main event?9:49 – What to make of Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane for an interim title26:00 – Tom Aspinall, Eddie Hearn, and a weird situation27:58 – Previewing the rest of UFC Freedom 25035:03 – Charles Oliveira dominates Max Holloway at UFC 326, and boy did we get it wrong43:49 – Gregory Rodrigues delivers a huge highlight on CBS45:50 – Eric’s Power Slap experience52:42 – Zuffa Boxing awards its first tile, and the Meta Apex was rocking53:56 – MVP adds Francis Ngannou to Rousey vs. Carano1:00:47 – Weekend preview, including CFFC 151
Transcribe →Arman Tsarukyan not helping his case; Jon Jones to fight Alex Pereira at the White House
Mar 200:53:33Tap to summarizeOn this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap an incredible weekend of action, including Lone’er Kavanagh’s big win over Brandon Moreno in Mexico, as well as a few other standout performances from the card, while also discussing the madness that unfolded at Real American Freestyle 06 and what it means for Arman Tsarukyan and his shot at a UFC title moving forward. The guys also look forward to this weekend’s UFC 326, where BMF champ Max Holloway takes on Charles Oliveira, and lay out what lies ahead for Alex Pereira after vacating his light heavyweight title. All this and more ...0:00 – What are you doing, Arman Tsarukyan?12:56 – Where does Brandon Moreno go from here?16:52 – “Chito” Vera comes up short19:56 – King Green proves he’s not done just yet, and a few youngsters shine24:55 – Legends collide with Max Holloway vs. Charles Oliveira at UFC 32633:12 – Big stakes with Caio Borralho vs. Reinier de Ridder43:15 – We’re getting Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira, aren’t we?50:31 – Eric’s booked for Power Slap and next week’s UFC event
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