The Ariel Helwani Show

From Los Angeles, Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade answer your questions about life, love, work, and any other bizarre thing you can think of. On today's episode, the two friends catch up while answering questions like: What are your thoughts on double dates? (5:25) How did Ariel propose to his wife? How did Luciana's fiancee propose to her? (14:49) You've been sentenced to death. What's your last meal? (23:33) Which are your favorite places to visit in Europe? (35:16) Who is your celebrity crush? (37:28) Before you die, what are three things you absolutely must do? (44:53) Where do you see yourselves in 10 years? (48:28) And much more!To ask Ariel and Luciana a non-MMA question on future episodes, please submit it to arielhelwani.substack.com or write it in a review on our Apple Podcasts page!FOLLOW: Luciana Andrade on Instagram: @lucianaandrade Ariel Helwani's YouTube channel: @ArielHelwani

The newly crowned (virtual) friends Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade are back this week to take more of YOUR questions about life, love, work, and everything in between! On today's episode, the dynamic duo answers questions from fans like: What's the most embarrassing moment of your professional life? (7:48) Which name should I give to my upcoming child? (21:22) What is the proper etiquette for knocking on someone's door? (36:31) What's the best concert you've ever attended? (44:46) Which conspiracy theories do you believe in? (57:40) And much more!To ask Ariel and Luciana a non-MMA question on future episodes, please submit it to arielhelwani.substack.com or write it in a review on our Apple Podcasts page!FOLLOW: Luciana Andrade on Instagram: @lucianaandrade Ariel Helwani's YouTube channel: @ArielHelwani

In another installment of the unnamed Q&A show featuring Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade, the two friends field some of the following questions from the fans: What's the biggest gut-punch you've ever experienced? (6:04) How did Ariel and Luciana get so close? (11:52) Did Luciana have to get permission from the UFC to do this show with Ariel? And could Luciana be the person to bring Dana White and Ariel together once more? (20:30) At what point is following your dream no longer the right choice? (29:31) Do you ever have conflicted feelings about using social media? (32:00) How do you deal with a partner who takes up too much space in the bed? (46:10) And much more!To ask Ariel and Luciana a non-MMA question on future episodes, please submit it to arielhelwani.substack.com.FOLLOW: Luciana Andrade on Instagram: @lucianaandrade Ariel Helwani's YouTube channel: @ArielHelwani

After making waves across the internet for her appearance on The MMA Hour two weeks ago, fan favorite Luciana Andrade joins Ariel for a new show where the two friends answer questions from listeners/viewers about everything that isn't mixed martial arts. In today's inaugural episode, Ariel and Luciana field questions like: If you could switch lives with one person for a day, who would it be? (7:52) Are aliens real? (23:23) What can the Brazilian government do to slow the rates of deforestation in the Amazon rainforest? (35:44) How do you treat yourself while on the road? (47:37) What are the top three places in the world that you've visited? (51:29) And much more!To ask Ariel and Luciana a non-MMA question on future episodes, please submit it to arielhelwani.substack.com.FOLLOW: Luciana Andrade on Instagram: @lucianaandrade Ariel Helwani's YouTube channel: @ArielHelwani

With the 2023 World Baseball Classic upon us, Ariel speaks with one of his longtime best friends, Jason Takefman, who Ariel believes to be one of the smartest men in the business of baseball. On today's episode, Jason gets you pumped up for the WBC by getting into the following: Why Jason feels this year's Classic is the biggest one in the history of the tournament (4:40) The history behind the WBC, which began in 2006 (6:01) The top teams to watch out for in this year's Classic (19:05) The age-old question: When is the best time of year to hold the WBC? (24:18) His MVP prediction for the tournament (33:44) How he thinks the United States will perform this year (40:08) And more, including top story lines and the team he's betting on to take home the WBC trophy.Jason Takefman is currently a sports business consultant. He spent nearly 10 years with the Vancouver Canadiens, a minor league affiliate of MLB's Toronto Blue Jays. He's also worked with the UFC and the Vancouver Canucks of the NHL.If you enjoyed this episode of the program, please consider leaving a review on Apple Podcasts or giving us give stars on Spotify!

Last week, Ariel shocked the sporting world when he released the list of his current top-five favorite athletes on the planet. One of those five was today's guest, Brennan Johnson, the 21-year-old phenom forward for Ariel's favorite football club: Nottingham Forest. And on today's episode, Johnson joins a giddy Ariel for a wide-ranging conversation about the following: Johnson's first season in the English Premier League (5:55) Representing Wales at the 2022 World Cup (8:20) Growing up with a famous father, David Johnson, who also played for Forest (9:07) The moment Johnson knew he was good to enough to make it to the EPL (9:55) How the team dynamic has changed since Forest was promoted to the EPL (15:15) Johnson's relationship with English football legend David Beckham (20:10) What it's like competing against players he grew up admiring (22:18) Plus, a cameo from a British boxing star!Brennan Johnson is currently this season's leading point-scorer for Nottingham Forest. Born in Nottingham, he is the son of David Johnson, who formerly played for Liverpool, Ipswich Town, Forest, and other clubs. He is considered one of the bright young stars in the English Premier League.Missed the podcast? Let us know by leaving "The Ariel Helwani Show" a review on Apple Podcasts!

The founder of All Elite Wrestling joins Ariel for a conversation about: If AEW has exceeded the expectations he set for it when he launched the pro wrestling organization in 2019 (8:17) MJF's future with the company (15:28) His reaction to Vince McMahon stepping down this summer (27:10) Being a "challenger brand" to WWE and his thoughts on the current WWE product  The infamous Labor Day presser last month when CM Punk aired AEW's dirty laundry (33:00) His relationship with Nick Khan (51:31) Plus, the guys talk about Khan's busy schedule and other performers AEW might go after.Tony Khan is an American businessman, promoter, and sports executive. He is the son of Shahid Khan, who owns the Jacksonville Jaguars and English Premier League club Fulham.To support our show, simply give The Ariel Helwani Show a 5-star rating on Spotify and subscribe to Ariel's YouTube channel.

The host of "The Rich Eisen Show," the face of NFL Network, and former ESPN personality joins Ariel for a conversation about his long run as one of the top faces and voices in American sports media. The guys discuss: Leaving ESPN in 2003 at the height of his popularity, and if he harbors any resentment toward the company (10:05) Some crazy stories from his time at ESPN, including a memorable interaction with Charlie Sheen (17:25) If he's ever considered returning to ESPN (22:44) The origins of "The Rich Eisen Show" (24:30) Trolling Ohio St. fans at Hall of Fame weekend (43:40) Plus, Eisen tells Ariel why this is the Buffalo Bills' year to win the Super Bowl!"The Rich Eisen Show" airs Monday-Friday from 12:00 - 3:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Beginning in September, the show will stream for free on Roku.If you want to support our show, simply give "The Ariel Helwani Show" a 5-star rating on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.We are presented by NordVPN.  Grab the NordVPN deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/ariel Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

The lead singer of the iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins and owner of the legendary pro wrestling organization NWA joins Ariel for a wide-ranging conversation about the business of professional wrestling. The guys discuss: When he first fell in love with pro wrestling (6:14) His messy fallout with TNA Impact in 2016 (16:20) Why he decided to buy NWA in 2017 (22:50) The difference between MMA and pro wrestling fans (31:00) Why NWA doesn't script promos (37:45) Plans for NWA 74 on August 27/28 (51:53) And much more!If you want to support our show, simply give "The Ariel Helwani Show" a 5-star rating on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. We are presented by NordVPN.  Grab the NordVPN deal ➼ https://nordvpn.com/ariel Try it risk-free now with a 30-day money-back guarantee!

The former Head Writer at WWE and current SVP of Development at Seven Bucks Productions joins Ariel to talk about his time working alongside the biggest names in WWE, which he covers in-depth in his new book, There's Just One Problem...: True Tales from the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE. The guys discuss: Why the pandemic was the perfect time for Gewirtz to write such an important book about WWE history (9:47) What it was like challenging Vince McMahon at the height of his powers (24:08) His reaction to McMahon's retirement and where Gewirtz thinks WWE will go from here (27:40) Memories from WCW Invasion in 2001 (35:44) The art of the promo (54:10) His close working relationship with Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson and what makes The Rock so different from other stars (1:01:45) Plus, Gewirtz and Ariel share memories from Syracuse and thoughts on the current state of professional wrestling.The book hits shelves on August 16. You can pre-order a copy of the book here.If you want to support our show, simply give "The Ariel Helwani Show" a 5-star rating on Spotify and Apple Podcasts.