Luke Thomas Live Chat & Podcasts
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.
Latest episodes
Jul 18, 2025 • 2h 20min
Live Chat: Will Dustin Poirier Go in the UFC Hall of Fame?
Today on the program, we'll examine the case for Dustin Poirier making it into the UFC Hall of Fame, why I think the third fight with Max Holloway could be the most competitive, if Max can earn a rematch with Ilia Topuria at lightweight and much more.This is episode 262 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Jul 11, 2025 • 2h 16min
Live Chat: Ben Askren, How Many Fights Does Topuria Have Left?
Today on the program, we discuss Ben Askren's recovery, how many fights Ilia Topuria has left and why I never want to talk about you know who ever again.This is episode 261 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
Jul 4, 2025 • 2h 14min
Live Chat: Topuria-Islam Possibilities, KKF Triggers Everyone
On this week's episode of the live chat, we discuss the fallout from UFC 317, what all the possibilities are next for Ilia Topuria, why Kai Kara- France triggers everyone and much more.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSCRIBE: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Jul 1, 2025 • 2h 20min
Live Chat: UFC 317, Media Business, Aspinall's Options
This episode of the the live chat was recorded before UFC 317, so we discuss that, the decline of the media business, Tom Aspinall's options and so much more.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Jun 29, 2025 • 1h 26min
UFC 317 RESULTS: Ilia Topuria Is the Face of MMA
After UFC 317, there's simply no denying Ilia Topuria is going to be the biggest star in the sport and maybe the top pound-for-pound fighter in the sport. He has secured the best three-fight win streak in the history of the sport and did so in emphatic fashion.In this UFC 317 post-fight show, we discuss the significance of Topuria's win, Alexandre Pantoja's performance, the ascension of Joshua Van and much more.SUBSCRIBE on SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Jun 20, 2025 • 2h 20min
Live Chat: UFC Baku, Pico-Evloev Preview and More
Today on. the program, we'll look ahead to UFC Baku, we'll preview the Aaron Pico vs. Movsar Evloev co-main for UFC Abu Dhabi and much more.This is episode 258 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Jun 16, 2025 • 51min
UFC Atlanta Post-Fight Show: WTF Buckley?!
At UFC Atlanta, Kamaru Usman showed vintage form while Joaqiun Buckley underwhelmed. What just happened? We'll talk about that plus Rose Namajunas vs. Miranda Maverick and more.SUBSCRIBE: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Jun 8, 2025 • 1h 15min
UFC 316 Post-Fight Show: Is Merab the 135 GOAT?
At UFC 316, Merab Dvalishvili not only defeated Sean O'Malley, he finished him inside of three rounds. It was a stunning achievement for a fighter who had been known as a force, but not a finisher. We discuss what this means for both fighters, who might be next and whether Merab is the best to ever do it at 135 pounds. We also talk Kayla Harrison's achievements, her showdown with Amanda Nunes and much more.SUBSCRIBE to my SUBSTACK: https://lthomas.substack.com/
Jun 6, 2025 • 2h 2min
Live Chat: Remembering Jordan Breen, UFC 316 Preview
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.substack.com/
May 30, 2025 • 2h 8min
Live Chat: Is UFC Staying With ESPN?
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 episode 255 of The Luke Thomas Live Chat.
