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  1. 19 hr ago

    Did He REALLY Tap? Big John McCarthy Explains

    Did Dennis Buzukja actually tap... or did the referee stop the fight too soon? On this episode of McCarthy Monday, Josh Thomson and Big John McCarthy break down one of the most controversial moments from UFC Belgrade—the submission finish between Bogdan Grad and Dennis Buzukja that had the MMA world arguing immediately after the fight. Buzukja insisted he was trying to push Grad's leg away rather than submit, while many fans believed the referee made the correct call based on what he saw in real time. Using Big John's decades of experience as one of the most respected referees in MMA history, the guys explain: What legally counts as a tap. Whether a fighter can "fake tap" or disguise an escape attempt. How referees are trained to react when they see hand movement during a submission. Why officials must make split-second decisions to protect fighters. Josh also gives the fighter's perspective on defending submissions, the instinctive movements fighters make under pressure, and whether there's any practical reason to risk ambiguity in those situations. If you've ever watched a fight and wondered whether a referee stopped it too early—or whether a fighter was trying to game the system—this episode is for you. Do you think Buzukja tapped, or was he trying to escape? Let us know your opinion in the comments! 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 JOIN JOSH THOMSON ON CROSSING LINES YOUTUBE CHANNEL AS WELL https://youtube.com/@crossinglinessportstv?si=Acu-4s5LvAZWesd- 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership 🥊 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions answered live. 🥊 $4.99/month – Early access to videos, exclusive content, and the opportunity to debate Josh live on the show. 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk #McCarthyMondays #BigJohnMcCarthy #JoshThomson #UFCBelgrade #UFCSerbia #DennisBuzukja #BogdanGrad #MMA #WeighingIn #Referee #Submission #CombatSports

    Did He REALLY Tap? Big John McCarthy Explains

  2. 19 hr ago

    UFC Serbia DELIVERED! Josh Thomson & Big Angelo React

    The UFC's historic debut in Serbia is in the books, and it's time to break down everything that happened! On this episode of Weighing In, Josh Thomson is joined by Big Angelo Bodetti to recap all the action from UFC Belgrade. The guys react to hometown hero Uroš Medić's explosive first-round finish of Daniel Rodriguez, the stunning knockout by Navajo Stirling over former champion Jan Błachowicz, and the biggest surprises from a card that delivered finish after finish. Josh and Angelo also discuss Aleksandar Rakić's heavyweight debut, the breakout performances that could shake up multiple divisions, the biggest winners and losers from the night, and what these results mean for the UFC moving forward. Which fighters earned themselves a bigger opportunity, and who has the most to prove after Belgrade? From technical breakdowns to hot takes and future matchmaking, this is your complete UFC Serbia recap from two of the best minds in MMA. Who impressed you the most at UFC Serbia? Let us know your biggest takeaway in the comments! 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Become a member for exclusive perks! 🥊 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions answered live. 🥊 $4.99/month – Early access to videos and the opportunity to debate Josh on the show! 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk #UFC #UFCBelgrade #UFCSerbia #JoshThomson #BigAngelo #WeighingIn #MMA #UFCPodcast #FightNight #CombatSports

    UFC Serbia DELIVERED! Josh Thomson & Big Angelo React

  3. 19 hr ago

    UFC Belgrade DELIVERED! Josh Thomson's Instant Reaction

    UFC Belgrade is in the books, and Josh Thomson is LIVE immediately after the main event with his instant reaction to everything that happened in the UFC's historic first trip to Serbia. Josh breaks down the main event between Uroš Medić and Daniel Rodriguez, giving his fighter's perspective on the biggest moments, the key turning points, and what the result means for the welterweight division moving forward. He also recaps the night's biggest performances, breakout stars, controversial moments, and the fights everyone will be talking about. Who made the biggest statement? Who earned the next big opportunity? And what should the UFC do next? Josh answers those questions live while taking fan questions and providing the honest, technical analysis that only a former world champion can deliver. Join the conversation and let us know your biggest takeaway from UFC Belgrade in the comments! 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Become a member for exclusive perks! 🥊 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions answered live. 🥊 $4.99/month – Early access to videos, exclusive content, and the opportunity to debate Josh live on the show! 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk #UFCBelgrade #UFCSerbia #JoshThomson #WeighingIn #MMA #UFCLive #InstantReaction #FightNight #CombatSports

    UFC Belgrade DELIVERED! Josh Thomson's Instant Reaction

  4. 19 hr ago

    PFL New York DELIVERED! Josh Thomson's Instant Reaction

    The fights are over, and Josh Thomson is LIVE with his instant reaction to everything that went down at PFL New York! Josh breaks down the lightweight title fight between Usman Nurmagomedov and Archie Colgan, giving his fighter's perspective on the biggest moments, the championship implications, and what's next for the winner. He also reacts to the return of Dakota Ditcheva, the standout performances across the card, and the moments that had the MMA world talking. From technical breakdowns to controversial moments, Josh covers the biggest winners and losers, answers fan questions live, and discusses what tonight's event means for the future of the PFL. Join the conversation and let us know your biggest takeaway from tonight's fights in the comments! 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Become a member for exclusive perks! 🥊 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions answered live. 🥊 $4.99/month – Early access to videos, exclusive content, and the opportunity to debate Josh live on the show. 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk #PFL #PFLNewYork #UsmanNurmagomedov #ArchieColgan #DakotaDitcheva #JoshThomson #WeighingIn #MMA #InstantReaction #CombatSports

    PFL New York DELIVERED! Josh Thomson's Instant Reaction

  5. 1 day ago

    Valter Walker Reveals the Truth Behind His UFC Success

    One of the fastest-rising heavyweights in the UFC joins Weighing In! On this episode, Josh Thomson sits down with UFC heavyweight contender Valter Walker to discuss his rapid rise through the division, his dominant submission victories, and why fans are starting to take notice of one of the most dangerous grapplers in the sport. Valter reveals the game plan behind his recent UFC performance, explaining why his coaches wanted him to embrace the leg lock even when he wanted to showcase his striking. He also opens up about being labeled as a "leg lock specialist," why he believes he's far more well-rounded than people realize, and what he wants to prove in his next fight. The conversation also covers: 🥋 The strategy behind his signature heel hook finishes 💥 Why he's eager to show off his boxing and Muay Thai 🏆 His goals in the UFC heavyweight division 👊 The toughest matchups in the Top 10 🎯 What's next on his road toward a UFC title shot 🇧🇷 Growing up in one of MMA's most accomplished fighting families If you're a fan of heavyweight MMA, technical fight breakdowns, and in-depth interviews with the sport's biggest rising stars, this is an episode you won't want to miss. 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Become a member and get exclusive perks! 🥊 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions answered live. 🥊 $4.99/month – Early access to videos, exclusive content, and the opportunity to debate Josh on the show. 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk

    Valter Walker Reveals the Truth Behind His UFC Success

  6. 5 days ago

    Ian Garry's Comments Spark MMA Firestorm

    This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Become part of the best MMA community on YouTube! 🥊 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions answered live. 🥊 $4.99/month – Early access to videos, exclusive content, and the opportunity to debate Josh live on the show. 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk If you enjoy real fight analysis, honest opinions, and behind-the-scenes insight from former world champion Josh Thomson and veteran MMA journalist John Morgan, be sure to Like, Subscribe, and turn on notifications so you never miss an episode of Weighing In—your home for the best conversations in combat sports.

    Ian Garry's Comments Spark MMA Firestorm

  7. 22 Jul

    Usman vs DDP DELIVERED! Josh Thomson Reacts

    UFC Oklahoma City is in the books, and Josh Thomson is LIVE with his instant reaction to all the biggest moments from tonight's action! The main event between Dricus Du Plessis and Kamaru Usman had major implications for the UFC middleweight title picture, and Josh breaks down what the result means for both former champions and the future of the 185-pound division. Josh also recaps the rest of the UFC OKC card, discussing the standout performances, biggest surprises, controversial moments, and the fighters who made the strongest case for bigger opportunities moving forward. Who made the biggest statement? What's next for the winners and losers? And how does tonight's main event reshape the title picture? Josh gives his unfiltered fighter's perspective immediately after the final bell. Join the LIVE conversation and let us know your biggest takeaway from UFC Oklahoma City! 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Get exclusive perks including: 💥 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions 💥 $4.99/month – Early access to videos + the opportunity to debate Josh on the show! 📲 Follow Us Instagram & Twitter: @weighingin @therealpunk #UFC #UFCOklahomaCity #UFCOKC #DricusDuPlessis #KamaruUsman #JoshThomson #WeighingIn #MMA #InstantReaction #CombatSports

    Usman vs DDP DELIVERED! Josh Thomson Reacts

  8. 17 Jul

    THIS FIGHT IS DIFFERENT - Impa Kasanganay Interview

    Interim PFL Middleweight gold is on the line, and Impa Kasanganay joins Josh Thomson for an in-depth conversation ahead of his highly anticipated rematch with Johnny Eblen. After a controversial first meeting, Impa discusses what went wrong, why this fight will be different, and how moving back to 185 pounds has changed everything. From breaking down his previous loss to explaining why he believes he's the better fighter today, Impa gives an honest look into his preparation for one of the biggest fights of his career. Josh and Impa also discuss the impact of the PFL and Bellator merger, the tournament format versus the traditional championship model, the challenges of fighting outdoors, three-round versus five-round fight camps, and why this rematch could play out very differently than their first encounter. If you're a fan of high-level MMA strategy and want to hear directly from one of the top middleweights in the world before fight night, this is an interview you don't want to miss. 💧 Stay Hydrated with LMNT This offer may be claimed for LMNT customers, ONLY THROUGH OUR LINK! http://drinklmnt.com/WeighingIn https://www.amazon.com/shop/therealpunk?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_aipsfshop_PXSPXPTQ4J26QW4FP4T5 🔥 Join the Weighing In Membership Become a member for exclusive perks! 💥 $1.99/month – Priority fan questions during live shows. 💥 $4.99/month – Early access to videos + the opportunity to debate Josh on the show! 📲 Follow Weighing In Instagram & X: @weighingin @therealpunk

    THIS FIGHT IS DIFFERENT - Impa Kasanganay Interview
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Tap into the expertise of former MMA world champion Josh "The Punk" Thomson as he brings you PURE MMA.

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    John McCarthy & Josh Thomson's MMA Show
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
  • Episodes
    502
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