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On today’s program we’ll be joined by Bellator president Scott Coker who’ll discuss the direction and philosophy of the organization that he’s headed for almost two years. Plus, Big John will tell of his near fight vs “The Incredible Hulk” star Lou Ferrigno on national television. As always, Big John answers your questions, submitted on Twitter using #AskBJM... The post Episode 69: Bellator president Scott Coker, Big John almost fought Lou Ferrigno appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

On today’s program we’ll be discussing the Conor McGregor saga and the new UFC 200 Main event. We’ll also discuss the two title fights that John worked last weekend, Bellator & UFC and what these bouts mean for the winners and for the 2 promotions. As always, Big John answers your questions, submitted on Twitter using #AskBJM or... The post Episode 68: Conor McGregor and the new UFC Main Event, and the events Big John worked last week. appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

On today’s program we’ll be discussing the pro and cons of the 16 year old Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act being expanded to include mixed martial arts as John and I will speak with US Congressman and former pro MMA fighter Markwayne Mullin who has championed this cause, and with former Bellator and M1 matchmaker Sam Caplan who... The post Episode 67: US Congressman Markwayne Mullin, Former Bellator and M1 matchmaker Sam Caplan, and the Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

On today’s program we’ll examine Conor McGregor’s announced retirement from sport of mixed martial arts and discuss what this could mean for both McGregor and the UFC in the short term and the long term. Big John and I will also look at the launch of Bellator kickboxing which took place this past Saturday in Torino, Italy and for... The post Episode 66: Conor McGregor’s announced retirement and Bellator Kickboxing appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

On today’s program we’ll be speaking with Matt Hume to discuss the revolutionary new weight cutting and rehydration policies put in place this year by One Championship the Singapore based MMA organization for whom he serves as a Vice President. Big John and Sean will also discuss the confusion surrounding the California State Athletic Commission’s new weight cutting and rehydration... The post Episode 65: Matt Hume, Vice President of Operations at ONE & head trainer at AMC Pankration joins the show appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

On today’s program we’ll be discussing the news that US Congressman Markwayne Mullin will soon be introducing legislation that expands the 16 year old Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act so that it includes mixed martial arts, a move that would likely have a major impact on the sport. Plus, Big John and I will examine the odd ending... The post Episode 64: Muhammad Ali Boxing Reform Act, Francis Ngannou vs Curtis Blaydes, UFC Fight Night in Zagreb, Croatia appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

On today’s program we’ll be speaking with UFC creator & founder Art Davie about the legalization of pro MMA in the State of New York, and the difficulties that Art and Big John faced in their efforts to get the sport sanctioned in the earliest days of the Ultimate Fighting Championship. As always, Big John answers your questions,... The post Episode 63: UFC Founder Art Davie is our guest, talking legal MMA in NY and early sanctioning difficulties for the UFC appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

Episode 62: On today’s program we’ll discuss the now cancelled Daniel Cormier vs Jon Jones light heavyweight title bout originally scheduled for UFC 197 on April 23rd looking at the twists and turns that led to this fight being pulled from the card. Plus, Big John and I will examine the upcoming bout for Rousimar Palhares in the new... The post Episode 62: Daniel Cormier vs Jon Jones, Rousimar Palhares in Venator appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

Episode 61:  On today’s program we have stand up comedian, actor, podcaster, and massive MMA fan Joey “CoCo” Diaz. As always, Big John answers your questions, submitted on Twitter using #AskBJM or via email at info@letsgetitonpodcast.com. Don’t forget to vote in our weekly poll: “Do you feel that World Series of Fighting will be in... The post Episode 61: Comedian Joey “CoCo” Diaz joins Big John & Sean! appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.

Episode 60:  On today’s program we discuss Cris Cyborg’s announcment that she will be making her UFC Debut. And we examine the latest legal trouble for Jon Jones which could put his next fight at UFC 197 in jeopardy. As always, Big John answers your questions, submitted on Twitter using #AskBJM or via email at... The post Episode 60: Cris Cyborg’s debut in UFC, and Jon Jones latest legal troubles. appeared first on Lineup MMA w/ Sean Wheelock, Ben Askren and Joe Warren.