Ariel Helwani

Derek Thompson, a writer for The Atlantic and host of the Plain English podcast, shares fascinating insights on the future of health, culture, and technology. He discusses the impact of societal changes on mental health and examines the role of innovations like GLP-1 drugs. Meanwhile, Ariel Helwani, a prominent MMA journalist, dives into the buzz surrounding UFC 300, the marketing challenges it faces, and the evolving landscape of wrestling with upcoming WrestleMania events. Their dynamic conversations blend culture, sports, and pressing societal issues.

Topics include NBA game analysis with standout performances, Oscars mishap discussion, hosting experiences with funny anecdotes, and preview of UFC 299 event with fighter analysis.

Join Ariel Helwani, an MMA journalist famed for his insights, and Chuck Klosterman, a celebrated author with a knack for pop culture, as they dive deep into the worlds of UFC and NBA. Helwani discusses Jon Jones's long-awaited return and the dynamic landscape of UFC 285. Klosterman brings humor to the hype around rookie Victor Wembanyama while tackling the fading allure of sports records. They also explore the rising MVP candidacy of Nikola Jokic and intriguingly connect sports debates to UFOs and the supernatural.

Ariel Helwani, a prominent MMA journalist, and Ben Thompson, a savvy tech and business analyst, join the fun-filled discussion. They dissect Team Canada's inspiring FIBA journey and offer insights on UFC 293, revealing the stakes of key matchups. Helwani and Simmons clash over the Buffalo Bills while Thompson sheds light on ESPN's struggles against cable giants. The conversation navigates the future of sports broadcasting, emphasizing the shifting landscape of viewer preferences and the implications for networks.

The Ringer’s Bill Simmons is joined by Van Lathan and Wosny Lambre to discuss Jalen Brunson likely heading to the Knicks, how the Mavericks can cope, and “new media” vs. “old media” (1:50). Then, Bill talks with Ariel Helwani about the current state of the WWE, UFC 276, and more (44:58). Finally, Bill talks with writer-producer and lifelong Lakers fan Alan Yang about hoping for Kyrie Irving to join the Lakers before he opted in with the Nets, expectations for the Lakers’ 2022-23 season, Alan’s new show 'Loot' on Apple TV+, and more (1:20:54).Host: Bill SimmonsGuests: Van Lathan, Wosny Lambre, Ariel Helwani, and Alan YangProducer: Kyle Crichton Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Kevin O’Connor, a savvy NBA analyst from The Ringer, and J. Kyle Mann tackle the exciting ambiguities of the upcoming NBA draft, discussing intriguing prospects like Reed Sheppard and Rob Dillingham. They debate what makes Zach Edey a standout candidate for the NBA while addressing the intricacies of player evaluations. The conversation shifts to Ariel Helwani, who shares insights on UFC 303, the evolving dynamics of combat sports, and speculations around Conor McGregor. The trio blends basketball and MMA like never before!

Howard Beck, a veteran NBA writer, shares insights on the Ja Morant and James Harden trade debacle, dissecting its implications for their teams. Ariel Helwani dives into the latest from UFC 294, comparing the dynamics of boxing and MMA, while also addressing the rivalry between WWE and AEW. Amanda Dobbins hilariously critiques 'The Morning Show', highlighting its absurdities and the guilty pleasure of watching it. Expect entertaining commentary on sports, pop culture, and strategic betting picks throughout the discussion.

Endeavor started out as a traditional Hollywood talent agency - CEO Ari Emanuel, famously, was the model for Jeremy Piven’s character on “Entourage.” But suddenly, it’s become a giant media company focused on real and fake fighting, by merging its UFC business - featuring people who are really fighting each other - with the WWE - the one where the fights are scripted. Journalist Ariel Helwani, who knows both worlds very well, joins Vox’s Peter Kafka to explain the deal and what it means for the TV and streaming landscape.Then Dave Finocchio, who co-founded the sports site Bleacher Report and kept running it after it was acquired by Time Warner, joins to discuss his newest media company: The Cool Down. It’s aimed at consumers who want to be greener, save money or both. Finocchio started his last company by figuring out how to capitalize on search and social media, but those worlds changed dramatically in the last few years. So what’s his new game plan?Featuring: Ariel Helwani (@arielhelwani), Host of The MMA HourDve Finocchio (@DaveFinocchio), Founder of The Cool DownHost: Peter Kafka (@pkafka), Senior Editor at RecodeMore to explore: Subscribe for free to Recode Media, Peter Kafka, one of the media industry's most acclaimed reporters, talks to business titans, journalists, comedians, and more to get their take on today's media landscape.About Recode by Vox: Recode by Vox helps you understand how tech is changing the world — and changing us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Ariel Helwani, renowned MMA journalist and former ESPN star, dives into his journey of independence and success in the podcasting world. He shares the decision to leave ESPN and the benefits of building a niche audience. Ariel reveals his revenue strategies and discusses the importance of engaging controversy in content creation. He emphasizes authentic connections over metrics and the significance of his Substack, showcasing how embracing uniqueness can lead to substantial growth in the digital media landscape.

In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, The Ringer’s Bill Simmons opens a six-pack of NBA observations after the opening games, including the Magic surpassing the Heat, a Ben Simmons trade-value check-in, and Jayson Tatum’s MVP case (2:08). Then Bill is joined by Ariel Helwani to discuss the Knicks’ struggles vs. the Celtics and UFC’s “next Conor McGregor” candidates, before previewing UFC 308 (25:04). Finally, Bill brings on his old friend and Yankees fan JackO to discuss the Yankees-Dodgers World Series (1:07:15).Host: Bill SimmonsGuests: Ariel Helwani and JackOProducer: Kyle CrichtonThe Ringer is committed to responsible gaming. Please visit www.rg-help.com to learn more about the resources and helplines available. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices