The Boys In The Back

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The Boys in the Back Eric Jackman (NewYorkRic), Conner Burks (GC) and Mysterious Frank offer an irreverent take on the world of combat sports.

  1. Sean Strickland banned from UFC White House card? Tom Aspinall not invited?

    3d ago

    Sean Strickland banned from UFC White House card? Tom Aspinall not invited?

    After reading your five-star podcast reviews (04:02) and tackling some news and notes (08:03), The Boys in the Back react to Sean Strickland claiming he was banned from attending the UFC White House card (11:53), leading to a back-and-forth with headliner Justin Gaethje. Tom Aspinall also came out and said he wasn't invited to attend the event. The Boys then preview UFC Vegas 118 (39:20) and give their picks (1:07:21), before delivering their P4P worst mic moments (1:12:45). The show closes with your voicemails (1:45:19) and Super Chats (2:14:54).

    2h 37m
  2. Insane ticket prices for Conor McGregor return, Dana White on UFC vs. WNBA pay, more | The Boys in the Back

    May 28

    Insane ticket prices for Conor McGregor return, Dana White on UFC vs. WNBA pay, more | The Boys in the Back

    After reading your five-star podcast reviews (04:01), the Boys in the Back spotlight soaring ticket prices for Conor McGregor's return against Max Holloway at UFC 329 and wonder whether the price is worth it (06:34). Next, they react to Dana White's recent comments about UFC fighter pay when compared to the WNBA (32:14) and the potential of a Ronda Rousey vs. Holly Holm rematch (46:36). Then, they touch on chatter about Khamzat Chimaev's nightmare weight cut (1:02:08), more Ilia Topuria and Islam Makhachev talk (1:03:52), and results from Road to UFC (1:10:29). The Boys preview UFC Macau (1:24:24) and Darren Till's BKFC debut (1:43:52), before making picks and acknowledging this week's lack of a P4P segment (1:48:40). The show ends with your voicemails (2:01:17) and Super Chats (2:32:21).

    2h 52m
  3. Conor McGregor's next three fights, Khabib refutes Dana White, Ariel Helwani joins to talk Scott Coker's return

    May 21

    Conor McGregor's next three fights, Khabib refutes Dana White, Ariel Helwani joins to talk Scott Coker's return

    The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reacting to Scott Coker re-entering the MMA world (06:19), Khabib Nurmagomedov pushing back against Dana White's claims about his retirement (10:12), the arrest of wrestler Ludwig Kaiser (20:20), and trash talk between Ilia Topuria and Ryan Garcia regarding a hypothetical boxing match (24:22). Then, they discuss Conor McGregor's return and speculate on his next few fights (28:56) and preview a weekend that includes Oleksandr Usyk vs. Rico Verhoeven, PFL Brussels, and Brandrisk 014 (51:33). Ariel Helwani joins the show to give further details about Coker's plans for his new promotion (1:18:52). The Boys debut video from their California training sessions with UFC fighters (01:35:59), then deliver a particularly convoluted P4P list (02:04:04). The show closes as always with voicemails (02:33:30) and Super Chats (02:45:36).

    2h 55m
  4. LIVE FROM LA! Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano on Netflix, UFC Vegas 117 preview, voicemails, more

    May 14

    LIVE FROM LA! Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano on Netflix, UFC Vegas 117 preview, voicemails, more

    The Boys in the Back are live from Los Angeles, kicking off the show by reading more five-star podcast reviews (04:55). After quickly touching on some news and notes (10:39), they preview the upcoming MVP MMA card, headlined by Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano, on Netflix (14:26). Next, they debut a brand new Fight Feasts, featuring the iconic Dodger Dog (42:32), break down UFC Vegas 117 (53:32), and make picks (1:15:01). The Boys showcase their shopping trip ahead of visiting the Magic Castle (1:23:22) and deliver their P4P Star Wars characters (1:40:42). The show concludes with your voicemails (1:53:55) and soda-fueled Super Chats (2:16:13).

    2h 33m
  5. Can Sean Strickland stop Khamzat Chimaev? UFC 328 preview, fighters meet President Trump, more

    May 7

    Can Sean Strickland stop Khamzat Chimaev? UFC 328 preview, fighters meet President Trump, more

    The Boys in the Back read your five-star podcast reviews (02:51), before discussing Raja Jackson's plea deal (22:32), Freedom 250 fighters visiting President Donald Trump at the White House (25:23), and another investor call from TKO's Mark Shapiro (32:14). After previewing UFC 328 (55:40) and making picks (1:55:49), they debut a brand new Fight Feasts focused on Burmese food (1:58:59). The show ends with the Boys' P4P lists of diner food (2:12:39), voicemails (2:36:05), and Super Chats (3:14:50).

    3h 23m
  6. Where does Michael Morales fit into all this? UFC Perth & boxing previews, more

    Apr 30

    Where does Michael Morales fit into all this? UFC Perth & boxing previews, more

    The Boys in the Back start the show, as usual, with a reading of five-star podcast reviews (01:32), before hitting some news & notes (13:59). Then, they break down the UFC's welterweight title picture (15:55), including a preview of UFC Perth (30:55).  After touching on this weekend's major boxing action and PFL (1:01:33), they make picks (1:10:52) and deliver their P4P nightmare scenarios (1:14:34).  The Boys end the show by listening to your voicemails (2:01:14) and answering your Super Chats (2:49:54).

    2h 59m
  7. Ilia Topuria vs. Arman Tsarukyan beef heating up, UFC Vegas 116 preview, P4P superheroes, more

    Apr 23

    Ilia Topuria vs. Arman Tsarukyan beef heating up, UFC Vegas 116 preview, P4P superheroes, more

    The Boys in the Back kick off the show by celebrating the anniversary of an important show moment (06:54), then cover news and notes from the combat world (12:16). They react to the recent war of words between UFC lightweight champion Ilia Topuria and top contender Arman Tsarukyan (24:16), before previewing UFC Vegas 116 from top to bottom (53:53). After making picks (1:25:26), the Boys deliver their P4P superheroes (1:27:07), listen to your voicemails (1:55:34), and answer your Super Chats (2:50:46).

    2h 57m
  8. UFC heavyweight division saved, Ronda Rousey goes off on Kayla Harrison, more

    Apr 16

    UFC heavyweight division saved, Ronda Rousey goes off on Kayla Harrison, more

    The Boys in the Back kick off the show by reading your five-star podcast reviews (02:13), before jumping into the beef between Ronda Rousey and Kayla Harrison, prompted by Rousey going off on Harrison during yesterday's Netflix press conference (08:16). Next, they tackle news and notes from the combat world (41:12) and debate whether UFC's heavyweight division has new life (51:05). Then, they preview UFC Winnipeg (1:02:00) and PFL Belfast (1:20:48), make picks (1:22:13), and deliver their P4P burns (1:26:33). Finally, The Boys listen to your voicemails (2:06:11) and answer your Super Chats (2:40:06).

    2h 45m
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The Boys in the Back Eric Jackman (NewYorkRic), Conner Burks (GC) and Mysterious Frank offer an irreverent take on the world of combat sports.

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    Yahoo Sports
  • Creator
    Uncrowned & Yahoo Sports
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    83
  • Rating
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