Ep. 348 – Jon Anik, Kenny Florian, and Ray Longo look back at a wild UFC pay-per-view week in Phoenix, as Charles Oliveira continues his assault on the lightweight division. Plus, some thoughts on the PFL, whose winners included Anthony ‘Showtime’ Pettis and Kayla Harrison. Also, a preview and predictions for UFC Fight Night: Blachowicz v. Rakic with MMA handicapper ‘Big Gun’ Brian Petrie.



ON TODAY'S SHOW 

(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast - WITH @RAYLONGOmma

(00:40:38) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik &  @Kenny Florian 

(00:51:53) - Main-Event Challenge: @MMATAKESPODCAST - Brian Petrie 

(01:21:43) - MERRROW SECONDS: Producer @CodyMerrow 

(01:25:00) - OUTRO 



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Ep. 348 – Jon Anik, Kenny Florian, and Ray Longo look back at a wild UFC pay-per-view week in Phoenix, as Charles Oliveira continues his assault on the lightweight division. Plus, some thoughts on the PFL, whose winners included Anthony ‘Showtime’ Pettis and Kayla Harrison. Also, a preview and predictions for UFC Fight Night: Blachowicz v. Rakic with MMA handicapper ‘Big Gun’ Brian Petrie. ON TODAY'S SHOW (00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast - WITH @RAYLONGOmma(00:40:38) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik &amp; <a href="https://studio.youtube.com/channel/UCJnfpLw-MHAE3B7YqpOZwaA"> @Kenny Florian </a>(00:51:53) - Main-Event Challenge: @MMATAKESPODCAST - Brian Petrie (01:21:43) - MERRROW SECONDS: Producer @CodyMerrow (01:25:00) - OUTRO  OFFICIAL WEBSITE: Promo Code 'AF10' for 10% off merchandise https://www.anikflorianpodcast.com/ 🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTV
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EP. 348: Champ Oliveira? Namajunas v. Esparza with Ray Longo, Blachowicz v. Rakic Picks

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We’ve got the legendary Cub Swanson kicking things off, and we’re diving DEEP into the wild main event between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg. PLUS, we’ve got the one and only Ray Longo joining us for the "Ray Longo Minute," and he’s always a must-listen. Then, fresh off his win at UFC 327, Kevin Holland (@trailblaze2top) comes through to talk about his future in the welterweight division. To close it out, Dan Tom joins us for the "Main-Event Challenge" to break down the massive UFC Fight Night card and find you some serious betting value.

IN THIS EPISODE:

00:00:00 - Welcome to the LIVE Show! & ATS Fight Announcements

00:05:00 - Cub Swanson Interview: The veteran joins the show

00:20:00 - UFC 327 REACTION: Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg breakdown

00:24:00 - HUGE NEWS: Gable Steveson officially signs with the UFC

00:29:00 - Throne Sport Coffee Ad (Jon Anik Live Read)

00:30:00 - Ray Longo Minute: The legendary coach joins the show

01:00:00 - Kevin Holland Interview: UFC welterweight star joins us LIVE 

01:19:00 - DraftKings Ad: NBA Playoffs edition (Jon Anik Live Read) 

01:20:00 - Main-Event Challenge: Dan Tom breaks down UFC Fight Night & best bets

We&rsquo;ve got the legendary Cub Swanson kicking things off, and we&rsquo;re diving DEEP into the wild main event between Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg. PLUS, we&rsquo;ve got the one and only Ray Longo joining us for the "Ray Longo Minute," and he&rsquo;s always a must-listen. Then, fresh off his win at UFC 327, Kevin Holland (@trailblaze2top) comes through to talk about his future in the welterweight division. To close it out, Dan Tom joins us for the "Main-Event Challenge" to break down the massive UFC Fight Night card and find you some serious betting value.
IN THIS EPISODE:
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8" aria-label="0 seconds">00:00:00</a> - Welcome to the LIVE Show! &amp; ATS Fight Announcements
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=300s" aria-label="5 minutes">00:05:00</a> - Cub Swanson Interview: The veteran joins the show
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=1200s" aria-label="20 minutes">00:20:00</a> - UFC 327 REACTION: Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg breakdown
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=1440s" aria-label="24 minutes">00:24:00</a> - HUGE NEWS: Gable Steveson officially signs with the UFC
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=1740s" aria-label="29 minutes">00:29:00</a> - Throne Sport Coffee Ad (Jon Anik Live Read)
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=1800s" aria-label="30 minutes">00:30:00</a> - Ray Longo Minute: The legendary coach joins the show
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=3600s" aria-label="1 hour">01:00:00</a> - Kevin Holland Interview: UFC welterweight star joins us LIVE <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=4740s" aria-label="1 hour, 19 minutes"></a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=4740s" aria-label="1 hour, 19 minutes">01:19:00</a> - DraftKings Ad: NBA Playoffs edition (Jon Anik Live Read) <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=4800s" aria-label="1 hour, 20 minutes"></a>
<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_XDWtiAQl8&amp;t=4800s" aria-label="1 hour, 20 minutes">01:20:00</a> - Main-Event Challenge: Dan Tom breaks down UFC Fight Night &amp; best bets

"You BLEW the Fight!" Ray Longo BLASTS Jiri, Ulberg's Heroics + Hokit's Rise

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Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE for Episode 590 with reactions to UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan, fresh headlines from around MMA, and a loaded look ahead to UFC 327. Then the boys bring in @RJcliffordMMA for Rated-R, tap in with @raylongomma for Ray Longo Minute, and close with Gianni the Greek for a full betting breakdown. 🔥

This episode is built for fight fans who want smart analysis, strong opinions, and actionable UFC 327 talk before the weekend. From Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg to Aaron Pico vs. Patricio Pitbull, Tatiana Suarez, Kevin Holland, Paulo Costa and more, it’s all here.

(00:00:00) Intro and opening comments

(00:05:00) UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan recap

(00:15:00) Rated-R with @RJcliffordMMA

(00:27:00) More headlines and bridge to Ray Longo

(00:30:00) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongomma

(01:00:00) UFC 327 Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets with Gianni the Greek

(01:35:00) Final thoughts and wrap

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are LIVE for Episode 590 with reactions to UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan, fresh headlines from around MMA, and a loaded look ahead to UFC 327. Then the boys bring in @RJcliffordMMA for Rated-R, tap in with @raylongomma for Ray Longo Minute, and close with Gianni the Greek for a full betting breakdown. 🔥
This episode is built for fight fans who want smart analysis, strong opinions, and actionable UFC 327 talk before the weekend. From Jiri Prochazka vs. Carlos Ulberg to Aaron Pico vs. Patricio Pitbull, Tatiana Suarez, Kevin Holland, Paulo Costa and more, it&rsquo;s all here.
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8" aria-label="0 seconds">00:00:00</a>) Intro and opening comments
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8&amp;t=300s" aria-label="5 minutes">00:05:00</a>) UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan recap
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8&amp;t=900s" aria-label="15 minutes">00:15:00</a>) Rated-R with @RJcliffordMMA
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8&amp;t=1620s" aria-label="27 minutes">00:27:00</a>) More headlines and bridge to Ray Longo
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8&amp;t=1800s" aria-label="30 minutes">00:30:00</a>) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongomma
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8&amp;t=3600s" aria-label="1 hour">01:00:00</a>) UFC 327 Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets with Gianni the Greek
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qtmcoBpPCN8&amp;t=5700s" aria-label="1 hour, 35 minutes">01:35:00</a>) Final thoughts and wrap

UFC 327 Preview with Ray Longo, RJ Clifford, and Gianni The Greek | Anik & Florian

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The Anik & Florian Podcast is LIVE for Episode 589 with Jon Anik and Kenny Florian reacting to a wild UFC Fight Night in Seattle, headlined by Joe Pyfer vs. Israel Adesanya. The guys break down Pyfer’s statement win, what could be next for Adesanya, Alexa Grasso’s huge finish over Maycee Barber, Michael Chiesa’s retirement win, and all the chaos from a loaded card.

Then the show welcomes Platinum Mike Perry, followed by the one and only Ray Longo for Ray Longo Minute. Plus, more MMA headlines including Demetrious Johnson’s UFC Hall of Fame news, the bizarre scorecard flub, Colby Covington vs. Dillon Danis fallout, and Arman Tsarukyan’s backup claim for Gaethje vs. Topuria.

To close it out, Jason Anik joins for Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets ahead of UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan. Tap in live, drop your picks in the chat, and make sure to subscribe to @AnikFlorianPod, @allthesmoke, and @atsfight for more MMA coverage every week. 🥊🔥

ON THIS EPISODE:

(00:00:00) Opening comments, ATS Fight x Anik & Florian channels, guest preview

(00:05:00) UFC Seattle recap: Adesanya vs. Pyfer, Grasso, Chiesa, McKinney, Abdul-Malik, Lance Gibson Jr.

(00:30:00) Mike Perry joins the show @platinummikeperry

(00:40:00) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongomma

(00:45:00) Throne SPORT Coffee live read

(00:46:00) Would You Rather?

(01:15:00) DraftKings live read

(01:16:00) Jason Anik joins for Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets @bostonanik

(01:16:00) UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan betting preview

(01:30:00) Final thoughts and wrap

The Anik &amp; Florian Podcast is LIVE for Episode 589 with Jon Anik and Kenny Florian reacting to a wild UFC Fight Night in Seattle, headlined by Joe Pyfer vs. Israel Adesanya. The guys break down Pyfer&rsquo;s statement win, what could be next for Adesanya, Alexa Grasso&rsquo;s huge finish over Maycee Barber, Michael Chiesa&rsquo;s retirement win, and all the chaos from a loaded card.
Then the show welcomes Platinum Mike Perry, followed by the one and only Ray Longo for Ray Longo Minute. Plus, more MMA headlines including Demetrious Johnson&rsquo;s UFC Hall of Fame news, the bizarre scorecard flub, Colby Covington vs. Dillon Danis fallout, and Arman Tsarukyan&rsquo;s backup claim for Gaethje vs. Topuria.
To close it out, Jason Anik joins for Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets ahead of UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan. Tap in live, drop your picks in the chat, and make sure to subscribe to @AnikFlorianPod, @allthesmoke, and @atsfight for more MMA coverage every week. 🥊🔥
ON THIS EPISODE:
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk" aria-label="0 seconds">00:00:00</a>) Opening comments, ATS Fight x Anik &amp; Florian channels, guest preview
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=300s" aria-label="5 minutes">00:05:00</a>) UFC Seattle recap: Adesanya vs. Pyfer, Grasso, Chiesa, McKinney, Abdul-Malik, Lance Gibson Jr.
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=1800s" aria-label="30 minutes">00:30:00</a>) Mike Perry joins the show @platinummikeperry
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=2400s" aria-label="40 minutes">00:40:00</a>) Ray Longo Minute with @raylongomma
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=2700s" aria-label="45 minutes">00:45:00</a>) Throne SPORT Coffee live read
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=2760s" aria-label="46 minutes">00:46:00</a>) Would You Rather?
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=4500s" aria-label="1 hour, 15 minutes">01:15:00</a>) DraftKings live read
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=4560s" aria-label="1 hour, 16 minutes">01:16:00</a>) Jason Anik joins for Main-Event Challenge and Place Your Bets @bostonanik
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=4560s" aria-label="1 hour, 16 minutes">01:16:00</a>) UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Duncan betting preview
(<a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ViafeVDlbfk&amp;t=5400s" aria-label="1 hour, 30 minutes">01:30:00</a>) Final thoughts and wrap

UFC Seattle RECAP: Pyfer vs Adesanya Reaction, Mike Perry Joins LIVE

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EP. 348: Champ Oliveira? Namajunas v. Esparza with Ray Longo, Blachowicz v. Rakic Picks

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