

Good Guy / Bad Guy
ESPN, Daniel Cormier, Chael Sonnan
The podcast home of Good Guy / Bad Guy. With new episodes every Monday and Thursday, UFC legends Daniel Cormier and Chael Sonnen hang out and kick around the hottest topics from across the world of MMA and break down the most important fight cards and storylines.
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Dec 6, 2023 • 54min
Is Conor McGregor Waiting Out Michael Chandler?
On today’s episode, DC & RC recap a UFC Fight Night in Austin, TX that delivered finish after finish and cashed out 8 Performance of the Night Bonuses. A possible new title contender was revealed at 155 when Arman Tsarukyan knocked out the #4 Lightweight Beneil Dariush 64 seconds into the very first round. So, is a rematch against the King of the division Islam Makhachev in Arman’s near future? Plus, with two back-to-back Slam KOs in Austin…the guys are breaking down the best finishing moves in MMA. Then, is Conor McGregor trying to put Michael Chandler on ice? DC, RC & MC chime in on the ongoing wait to fight McGregor. And Jon Jones responds to those saying he should be stripped of his Heavyweight title while he’s out due to injury. Does DC agree with his response? As always, we Tap in or Tap out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 28, 2023 • 50min
Fight Like Hell Night
On this episode of DC & RC we’re highlighting Jimmy V Week and the push to raise awareness for Cancer Research. The UFC is doing its part with its 5thFight Like Hell Night in honor of the late Stuart Scott. The guys break down the stacked Fight Night headlined by two battle tested Lightweights Beneil Dariush and Arman Tsarukyan. Plus, “King” Bobby Green joins the show to talk about his Co Main event bout against Jalin Turner who stepped in on short notice when Dan Hooker pulled out due to injury. Then, two-time Olympic Gold Medalist and former PFL Champ Kayla Harrison stops by following her recent win over ex-UFC fighter Aspen Ladd to talk about becoming a free agent. So, what’s next for her? Cyborg? The UFC? And would you wrestle in a barn? As always, we Tap in or Tap out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 14, 2023 • 56min
UFC 295 Recap With Chael Sonnen
This week Chael Sonnen stops by to break down the magic at Madison Square Garden for UFC 295. Did Pereira & Aspinall both whiff on their callouts, or lack thereof? Also, Chael gives his prediction on who will fight at UFC 300. Plus, to celebrate UFC’s 30th Anniversary DC & RC are drafting their top fighters from the Ultimate 30 All-Time List. Find out who will crack their Top 5. Then, 3-on-3 MMA Fights? As always, we Tap in or Tap out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Nov 7, 2023 • 46min
UFC 295 Preview
On this episode of DC & RC the guys react to Dana White’s breaking news announcements of Sean Strickland vs Dricsus Du Plessis, Alexander Volkanovski vs Ilia Topuria, and Sean O'Malley vs Chito Vera 2. With headliners now lined up through UFC 299, who will be at the top of the marquee for UFC 300? Does DC already know? Plus, UFC 295 is taking over Madison Square Garden and we’ll see two new Champions crowned when it’s all said and done. So will it be Jiri Prochazka or Alex Pereria as the Light Heavyweight Champ? Sergei Pavlovich or Tom Aspinall as the Heavyweight Champ? Then, DC & Ryan breakdown their the Top UFC Moments at Madison Square Garden. And, Sword Fighting inside the Octagon? Yup, you read that right. As always we Tap in or Tap out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 31, 2023 • 46min
DC says Francis Ngannou is the BADDEST man on the Planet
Happy Halloween! Francis Ngannou - one of the scariest dudes MMA has ever seen silenced doubters in his Pro Boxing debut against Heavyweight Champ Tyson Fury, even after losing via decision. So, does Ryan agree with DC that Fury won the fight? Then, a massive shake-up for UFC 295 at Madison Square Garden. Jon Jones is out with a shoulder injury and Stipe Miocic is off the card completely! What RC says should be next for Jon Jones. And, speaking of Heavyweights…Jailton Almeida and Derrick Lewis face off for a Fight Night in Brazil. Find out if the guys think the Black Beast will beat Jailton in front of his home crowd. Oh yeah….Hey Parents! If you had the opportunity to fight your child’s ex, would you? As always, we Tap in or Tap out! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 24, 2023 • 58min
Conor McGregor vs…..Islam Makhachev?
Daniel Cormier comes out the gate strong as he says Islam Makhachev's next opponent should be non-other than Conor McGregor, following the lightweight champs win at UFC 294. Does RC agree with this scorching hot take, or should it be Justin Gaethje? Alexander Volkanovski, following his loss, discussed the struggles it takes to be a high-level athlete; DC & RC talk about how relatable Alex was in that moment. Also, with Khamzat Chimaev passing his toughest test to date, is he the rightful #1 contender for Sean Strickland’s middleweight title? And Will Tyson Fury defeat Francis Ngannou decisively this weekend? The guys tap in or tap out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 17, 2023 • 52min
DC & RC Preview UFC 294
UFC 294 has changed a lot since the last show. There’s now a new Main and Co Main event in Abu Dhabi! Charles Oliveira is out, and Alexander Volkanovski is in against Islam Makhachev for the Lightweight Title. DC & Ryan break down the highly anticipated rematch and debate whether it’s a smart move for Volk to take this fight on short notice. Then, a man who’s fought both men in the new Co Main event joins the show. Hear what Gilbert Burns has to say about the former Welterweight Champ Kamaru Usman stepping in to take on Khamzat Chimaev. Plus, USADA and the UFC part ways. So, will the guys Tap In or Tap Out on the move being a good thing for fighters? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 10, 2023 • 46min
McGregor Enters USADA Pool
It’s official! Conor McGregor confirms he’s submitted his paperwork and has entered the USADA testing pool. So, what does it mean? Who is he fighting next? When? Michael Chandler, a man who may have those answers joins DC & RC to discuss it all. Plus, Can Bobby Green become the next Jorge Masvidal? Also, Paulo Costa reveals having elbow surgery just weeks before his upcoming fight against Khamzat Chimaev. Should we be concerned whether he makes it to UFC 294? Then, would you rather see Nate Diaz fight Jake Paul in a boxing ring or an Octagon next? Or would you rather see a trilogy fight with Conor McGregor? As always, the guys Tap in or Tap out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Oct 3, 2023 • 55min
Conor McGregor vs ...?
Jiri Prochazka vs Alex Pereira, Leon Edwards vs Colby Covington, and Paddy Pimblett vs Tony Ferguson!? On the heels of the UFC announcing some big upcoming fights Daniel Cormier and Ryan Clark give their takes on the new matchups. Plus, the guys put on their Matchmaker hats and reveal who they think Conor McGregor and “Suga” Sean O’Malley will fight next! Then, Tyson Fury inks another fight for the Undisputed Title before he even faces off against Francis Ngannou. Disrespectful or nah? As always…DC & RC Tap in or Tap out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Sep 19, 2023 • 44min
The Bad Guy Drops By + 100th Episode Celebration
We’ve got 99 episodes and this makes 100! DC & RC are celebrating the milestone by looking back at some of the show’s best moments. Plus, the greatest trash talker in MMA, Chael Sonnen joins the fun to recap Noche UFC. It was the scorecard heard around the world after a judge in the Flyweight title rematch of Alexa Grasso & Valentina Shevchenko scored the 5th round a 10-8 for Grasso. Chael explains why he understands how the judge could score it that way. Then, find out why one particular shirt has Ryan steppin’ out solo for this installment of Steppin’ Fly. And is it a good idea to prank your father when his name is Alex Pereira? The guys Tap in or Tap out. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices


