Luke Thomas Live Chat & Podcasts
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SubscribersToday on the podcast, we'll examine Nate Diaz's resurgence, talk about the future of the UFC product and much more.This is episode 296 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: ht...
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- 4 months ago
02:36:03
Charles Oliveira blanketed Max Holloway at UFC 326 and the world seemed to hate it. We discuss why and more on the UFC 326 Post-Fight Show.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
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- 5 months ago
01:04:19
Today on the podcast, we discuss Eddie Hearn signing a talent agency agreement with Tom Aspinall, a bit UFC 326, what we know about UFC White House and *ahem* some other interesting items as well.This...
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- 5 months ago
02:08:47
Today on the podcast, we discuss Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, UFC Houston, Sean Strickland's latest lecture at the lyceum and more.This is episode 290 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.SUBSCRIBE to my...
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- 6 months ago
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Today on the podcast, we'll discuss the future of Shavkat Rakhmonov, Diego Lopes at 155, the sexual assault controversies in sport jiu-jitsu, why MMA media didn't cover Dana White testifying i...
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- 6 months ago
02:29:03
Today on the podcast, we review the success of UFC 324, look ahead to the weekend's UFC 325 main event and more.This is episode 287 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://l...
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- 7 months ago
02:06:26
Today on the podcast, we'll look at Dana White's more recent promotional efforts, why Makhachev-Rakhmonov is one of the better fights you can make in MMA, whether Justin Gaethje is washed and ...
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- 7 months ago
02:08:29
Petr Yan became the UFC bantamweight champion of the world by defeating Merab Dvalishvili via unanimous decision (49-46, 49-46, 48-47) in the main event from Las Vegas, Nevada. He achieved this victor...
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- 8 months ago
01:13:33
On this week's episode of The Luke Thomas Live Chat, we discuss UFC 323, the Ali Act hearing on Capitol Hill plus whether complaints about UFC's early matchmaking in 2026 is a function of TKO ...
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- 8 months ago
02:04:03
At UFC Qatar, Arman Tsarukyan didn’t merely batter and submit Dan Hooker in the main event, he showed a vastly improved depth and well-roundness of skill. It was so impressive, in fact, that I just do...
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- 9 months ago
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Today on the podcast, we'll discuss what went wrong for Jack Della Maddalena against Islam Makhachev, the role of Craig Jones plus much more.This is episode 279 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 9 months ago
02:15:50
Today on the live chat, we go over the latest in terms of what we know about the UFC's betting scandal plus we look ahead to UFC 322 and much more.USE CODE LT20 for 20% OFF SITEWIDE at TOOLETRIES....
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- 9 months ago
02:25:50
At UFC 321, Tom Aspinall vs. Ciryl Gane ended in a draw. For an event that was supposed to be about heavyweight turning the page, the division ended up just as stuck as before.USE CODE LT20 for 20% OF...
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- 10 months ago
01:08:01
On today's episode, we preview UFC 321 plus I respond to some of the most insane controversy I got roped into this week.This is episode 275 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: h...
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- 10 months ago
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Today on the podcast, we look ahead to UFC 320 as well as the PFL's Nurmagomedov-Hughes 2 main event. We'll also delve into the controversy from the Riyadh Comedy Festival and Bill Burr plus m...
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- 10 months ago
02:40:22
On this week's live chat, we discuss the lameness of the Jake Paul vs. Gervonta Davis press conferences, the logistical challenges of UFC White House, the valence of political violence and much mo...
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- 11 months ago
02:18:41
Today on the podcast, we look ahead to Terence Crawford's challenges against Canelo Alvarez, Diego Lopes vs. Jean Silva in the Noche UFC main event plus more reaction to the killing of Charlie Kir...
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- 11 months ago
02:01:06
Today on the live chat, we discuss the Raja Jackson situation plus Rampage's reaction to it, Caio Borralho's weight cutting choices, the capacity of the Paramount-UFC deal to improve fighter p...
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- 1 year ago
02:32:52
On today's podcast, we break down the matchup between Gervonta Davis vs. Jake Paul, talk the criticism of Khamzat Chimaev's performance at UFC 319 and much more.This is episode 266 of The Luke...
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- 1 year ago
02:45:10
At UFC 319, Khamzat Chimaev controlled Dricus du Plessis en route to an easy unanimous decision win, but the bout wasn't exactly a showcase of middleweight's renewed might or Chimaev's boo...
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- 1 year ago
01:23:50
Today on the podcast, we go into more previewing for Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev plus I defend the nation's capital from the insanely stupid attacks you're hearing.SUBSCRIBE to my SU...
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- 1 year ago
01:49:24
In this episode, we discuss whether Dricus du Plessis vs. Khamzat Chimaev could be like Dan Henderson vs. Shogun Rua or not. That plus so much more.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.c...
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- 1 year ago
02:19:55
On today's episode, we discuss Conor McGregor's ballooning lack of likability and irrelevance, Ilia Topuria's appearance on the Nelk Boys podcast and more.This is episode 263 of The Luke T...
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- 1 year ago
02:10:07
Today on the podcast, we look ahead to UFC 316 and I do my best to explain what Jordan Breen contributed to MMA and MMA media.This is episode 256 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.SUBSTACK: https://lthomas...
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- 1 year ago
02:01:30
Today on the podcast, we delve into the UFC's next broadcast deal and why there's a very good chance they will stay with ESPN, the fatigue of the Jones-Aspinall situation and much more.This is...
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- 1 year ago
02:07:49
Today on the podcast, we go into all things Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall, Stipe Miocic and the UFC. Just what is taking so long to make this fight and what does it say about the key players in this scenari...
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- 1 year ago
02:08:01
At UFC 315, Jack Della Maddalena defeated Belal Muhammad via unanimous decision to claim the welterweight title. That sets up a showdown with P4P top fighter Islam Makhachev and so much more. We discu...
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- 1 year ago
01:07:47
On today's episode, we review Bo Nickal's response to his first pro loss, debate whether Alex Pereira was really hacked, look ahead to UFC 315 and more.Subscribe to my Substack: https://lthoma...
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- 1 year ago
02:08:35
At UFC Iowa, Cory Sandhagen made relatively quick work of Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event while Reinier de Ridder managed to stop the Bo Nickal hype train dead in its tracks. We talk about these...
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- 1 year ago
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At UFC 314, Alex Volkanovski reclaimed the UFC featherweight title with a clear and decisive victory over Diego Lopes, winning via unanimous decision. In this post-fight show, I go over all of the res...
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- 1 year ago
01:16:20
On today's live chat, we go through all of the insane UFC 314 and UFC 315, especially Ilia Topuria dropping the featherweight belt.Follow me on Bluesky: https://bsky.app/profile/lukethomas.bsky.so...
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- 1 year ago
02:38:41
Today on the podcast, we'll examine the fallout between Eric Nicksick and Sean Strickland, discuss why influencers are replacing media and more.This is episode 241 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 1 year ago
02:25:12
At UFC Saudi Arabia, Nassourdine Imavov stopped Israel Adesanya with strikes in the second round. Is it now time for him to retire?
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- 1 year ago
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Today on the podcast, we're discussing if Merab Dvalishvili is the 135 GOAT, Elon's N*zi salute, Islam Makhachev as the top P4P fighter and more.
This is episode 238 of The Luke Thomas Live C...
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- 1 year ago
02:25:11
At UFC 311, Islam Makhachev easily dispatched Renato Moicano in the first round while Merab Dvalishvili overcame a slow start to overwhelm Umar Nurmagomedov.
Plus, Jiri Prochazka is fighting...smart?...
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- 1 year ago
01:06:58
On today's podcast, we matchmake for Patricio Pitbull, talk Arman-Islam and Umar-Merab from UFC 311 plus so much more.
This is episode 237 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 1 year ago
02:06:04
Today on the podcast, we'll examine why the UFC's finishing percentage is low relative to other promotions, discuss H-1B visas, Islam Makhachev vs. Shavkat Rakhmonov and more.
This is episode 235 of ...
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- 1 year ago
01:59:20
Today on the podcast, we'll preview Saturday's Tyson Fury vs. Oleksandr Usyk rematch, discuss why AI judging isn't real and much more.
This is episode 233 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 1 year ago
02:01:13
On today's podcast, we'll review UFC 310, look ahead to UFC Tampa, discuss the UHC CEO killer, and I explain why GFL cannot win.
This is episode 232 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 1 year ago
02:28:17
Conor McGregor was found civilly liable for sexual assault on Friday in a Dublin, Ireland courtroom, but what are the facts of the case? Who is Nikita Hand, what is she alleging and is she right? What...
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- 1 year ago
01:01:27
Luke Thomas examines statements by UFC President Dana White that he will get into boxing "guns blazing", the alleged rise of boring fighters in the UFC and MMA, expectations for Jon Jones vs...
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- 1 year ago
01:48:30
The UFC's first (and only?) show in the Sphere is over. Did it live up to the hype? Also, Merab Dvalishvili easily bested Sean O'Malley as did Valentina Shevchenko over Alexa Grasso. But how did they ...
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- 1 year ago
01:09:10
Today on the podcast, we'll preview UFC 304, discuss fantasy matchmaking between Tom Aspinall and Francis Ngannou plus Khabib Nurmagomedov's tax problems and more.
This is episode 214 of The Luke Tho...
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- 2 years ago
01:45:29
UFC commentator Laura Sanko joined me to preview UFC 300, talk Shavkat Rakhmonov, discuss her commentary preparation and much more. If you haven't already realized Sanko is arguably the best commentat...
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- 2 years ago
58:10
Luke Thomas examines the UFC antitrust settlement news, the UFC 300 poster, Conor McGregor's return to the UFC and much more.
This is episode 196 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 2 years ago
01:38:07
Today on the live chat, we discuss UFC ticket prices, why boxing is thriving as a skill inside MMA, Bo Nickal getting UFC 300 main card placement, MMA management and more.
This is episode 195 of The ...
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- 2 years ago
01:49:28
Luke Thomas discusses Ilia Topuria rocketing to stardom, Canelo Alvarez leaving PBC, UFC 300 not getting Israel Adesanya vs Dricus Du Plessis, Devin Haney vs Ryan Garcia and so much more.
This is epi...
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- 2 years ago
01:42:47
Today on the program, we'll look at weird UFC 299-Dustin Poirier situation, take another look at fighter pay, beauty vs. drama in the fight game plus much more.
This is episode 189 of The Luke Thomas...
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- 2 years ago
01:49:34
Today on the podcast, we'll examine Jon Anik's comments about the online MMA fanbase, to what extent the new fans Sean Strickland has brought to the sport are to blame, break down Kayla Harrison vs. H...
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- 2 years ago
01:54:08
Today on the podcast, we'll examine UFC 297 storylines, including Sean Strickland's outburst against a reporter during this week's media day.
This is episode 187 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
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- 2 years ago
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Luke Thomas is a leading voice and analyst in the sport of MMA whose work routinely crosses media platforms. He currently serves as the host of SiriusXM's The Luke Thomas Show on channel 156. He is also a former editor and podcaster at MMA Fighting, where he hosted the Monday Morning Analyst and Promotional Malpractice Live Chat podcasts as well as studio shows such as The MMA Beat and The MMA Hour. Thomas helped create the co-branded USA Today/SB Nation Consensus MMA Rankings. His written work has appeared in the Washington Post, Salon, ESPN and dozens of newspapers across the country.
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