The Anik & Florian Podcast

iHeartPodcasts
  • 4.6 (818)
  • SPORTS
  • UPDATED BIWEEKLY

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian talk MMA, sports, pop culture, and whatever else they can think of. Join Anik and "Ken-Flo" as they break down the latest on-goings in the UFC, take listener calls, and interview personalities from all over the world. - Powered by All The Smoke Fight.

  1. 1D AGO

    Ronda Rousey GOES OFF?! Evloev vs Murphy Picks and Guests Ken Rideout & Brandon McCaghren

    🔥 LIVE FROM THE DRAFTKINGS STUDIO! 🔥 WHAT IS UP, fight fans? It’s that time again. The Voice of the Octagon, Jon Anik, and the sharpest analyst in the game, Kenny Florian, are BACK for Episode 587, and goddamn if this isn't the exact podcast you need to kick off your week. We are coming at you LIVE on this Monday afternoon, fresh off a chaotic weekend of violence at the APEX and looking ahead to another massive Fight Night card. BUCKLE UP. First off, we have to talk about Saturday. UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos delivered in a HUGE way. We are breaking down Kevin Vallejos' STUNNING first-round demolition of Josh Emmett—is this guy the real deal at 145 or what? Plus, Gillian Robertson's dominant grappling performance over Amanda Lemos has her screaming for a title shot, and we saw some absolutely sick finishes from Bia Mesquita and Marwan Rahiki . But the news doesn't stop there. Ronda Rousey is back in the headlines with some SHOCKING comments about the UFC and her new deal with MVP, taking some serious shots at the promotion . Jon and Kenny are diving into the fallout and what it means for the landscape of MMA. Then, we've got an absolute ALL-TIME guest lineup. First up, author and marathoner Ken Rideout joins us to talk about his incredible new book, 'Everything You Want is on the Other Side of Hard'—a must-read for anyone chasing greatness . And you KNOW the energy spikes when the legend himself, @raylongoMMA, sits down for the Ray Longo Minute. We are talking MMA, life, and everything in between. Later, Brandon McCaghren, the mastermind behind the Professional Grappling Federation (PGF), stops by to talk about the future of jiu-jitsu and the insane growth of his league . Finally, it's time to get that bag. We're breaking down the ENTIRE UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy card with the Main Event Challenge. Undefeated Movsar Evloev puts his 19-0 record on the line against the dangerous Lerone Murphy in a featherweight banger . We have picks for MVP, Dolidze, and the rest of the slate. PLUS, we’re updating our results from Saturday and dropping a fresh $1K Repackz challenge. LET'S GO! IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) – OPEN: LIVE from DraftKings, ATS Fight Partnership (00:05:00) – GUEST: Ken Rideout (@KenRideout_) – 'The Other Side of Hard', Addiction & Endurance (00:20:00) – HEADLINES: Ronda Rousey's MVP Comments, Emmett vs. Vallejos RECAP (00:29:00) – THRONE SPORT COFFEE LIVE READ (00:30:00) – RAY LONGO MINUTE: @raylongoMMA on UFC Vegas, MVP, and Life (01:00:00) – GUEST: Brandon McCaghren (@brandonmccaghren) – PGF, Future of Grappling (01:15:00) – DRAFTKINGS LIVE READ: March Madness Edition (01:17:00) – MAIN EVENT CHALLENGE: UFC Fight Night: Evloev vs. Murphy FULL CARD BREAKDOWN & PICKS (01:50:00) – OUTRO/WRAP: Final Thoughts, Repackz Results See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 40m

  2. MAR 9

    UFC WHITE HOUSE CARD! Malki Kawa on Ilia Topuria's Deal, UFC 326 Recap with Din Thomas & Ray Longo

    WHAT IS UP, fight fans?! Welcome back to another LIVE edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, the only place you get unfiltered access to the voice and insight of the UFC straight from the source. We are rolling just 48 hours removed from one of the most chaotic and controversial weekends in recent memory. UFC 326 is in the books, and we have a NEW BMF champion, but the fallout? WILD. Conor McGregor took to social media to absolutely BLAST Charles Oliveira’s performance and took some serious shots at the commentary booth—specifically calling out DC. Jon Anik was live at the desk when it happened, and he’s here to set the record straight on what went down. It’s the inside baseball you can’t get anywhere else, powered by our partners at @allthesmoke and @atsfight. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. The UFC dropped the STACKED "Freedom 250" White House card announcement, and we’ve got First Round Management CEO Malki Kawa (@malkikawa) joining us LIVE to reveal the INSANE story behind the overnight negotiations that saved the main event. We’re talking Ilia Topuria vs. Justin Gaethje, how it all came together at 3 AM, and his unfiltered take on the state of the UFC in 2026. Then, legendary coach Ray Longo (@raylongomma) is here for the Ray Longo Minute to break down the technical genius—or lack thereof—from UFC 326. Plus, UFC veteran and sharp mind Din Thomas (@dinthomas) stops by to talk Amanda Nunes’ return and what the BMF title really means. We’re also looking ahead with our UFC Fight Night: Emmett vs. Vallejos Picks & Preview, featuring a deep dive on the massive featherweight tilt between Josh Emmett and the surging Kevin Vallejos. BUCKLE UP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 38m

  3. MAR 2

    UFC 326 Preview, Pereira Vacates, RAF6 Brawl, Holloway vs. Oliveira 2 Picks, and Ray Longo

    WHAT IS UP, fight fans?! It is officially fight week and you are locked in with the absolute authorities on all things MMA—this is The Anik & Florian Podcast, Episode 585, coming at you LIVE from the ATS Fight studios! We are coming off a wild weekend of action and we’ve got a absolutely STACKED show for you guys today. Jon and Kenny are breaking down the biggest news in the sport, including a SHOCKING turn of events at the top of the light heavyweight division. BUCKLE UP, because we’ve got the one and only Ray Longo in the building, and we’re looking ahead to an absolute banger of a main event in Miami. First up, we have to address the elephant in the room: Alex Pereira has vacated the light heavyweight title. What does this mean for Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg who are set to headline UFC 327? We’re breaking down the ripple effects LIVE. Plus, we’ve got a full recap of UFC Fight Night: Moreno vs. Kavanagh, and we need to talk about that POST-FIGHT BRAWL at RAF 6 after Arman Tsarukyan’s win! Aljamain Sterling is also calling for a UFC title shot after his win over Benson Henderson, where does he fit in the 145lb mix? THEN, we look ahead to UFC 326: Holloway vs. Oliveira II. We’ve got Ian Parker (@IanParkerMMA) here for the Main-Event Challenge, and we’re taking you through every single fight on the card, from Xiao Long vs. Cody Garbrandt all the way to that MASSIVE lightweight headliner for the BMF title between Max Holloway and Charles Oliveira. We’re placing our bets and breaking down the numbers, including our $3K challenge for the PYB. Let’s get into it!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 41m

  4. FEB 23

    UFC Houston Reactions with Jordan Leavitt & Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani + UFC Mexico City Picks

    UFC Houston Reactions with Jordan Leavitt & Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani + UFC Mexico City Picks. It’s that time again. UFC Mexico City is THIS Saturday, and we are breaking down EVERYTHING you need to know LIVE from the studio. The Assassin Baby, Brandon Moreno, is back on home soil, but he’s facing a late-notice shakeup against the streaking Brit, Lone’er Kavanagh. We’re diving into the tape, the odds, and the pressure with the one and only Ray Longo. We’ve got a STACKED guest list today. First, UFC lightweight Jordan Leavitt joins us to talk about his massive mindset shift, he’s calling his past self a "bum" and is on a mission to provide for his family. Then, we welcome DWCS standout and UFC welterweight debutant Jean-Paul Lebosnoyani to the show. Plus, we recap the Strickland vs. Hernandez fallout and hit you with the main event challenge and $1K bets for Moreno vs. Kavanagh with Ian Parker. BUCKLE UP. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 57m

  5. FEB 16

    EP. 583: UFC Houston Preview featuring Michael Chiesa, Mario Bautista, Russ Mikowski from 3PunchConvo, and Ray Longo

    Welcome back to another LIVE edition of The Anik & Florian Podcast, coming to you raw and uncut in partnership with our guys at @allthesmoke and @atsfight. We are fresh off a massive weekend of fights and we have a stacked room today to break it all down. First up, we need to address the elephant in the room. UFC welterweight scrapper Michael Chiesa joins us to discuss if this is in fact his last MMA fight. You are not going to want to miss this. Then, we bring in the legendary @raylongoMMA for the "Ray Longo Minute." With all the talk about Ilia Topuria switching camps, the UFC White House Card, and Yan's surgery, Ray gives his no-nonsense takes. Then, Russ Mikowski from 3 Punch Convos joins the show to talk about the platform and your chance to win $1000 in cold hard cash for guessing every fight right on the card this weekend. We also have red-hot bantamweight contender Mario Bautista in the building! Fresh off his slick submission win over Vinicius Oliveira at UFC Vegas 113, Mario is here to run it back with us. We get his immediate reaction to the win, his thoughts on the division and more. Plus, betting expert @ianparkermma joins us to drop the knowledge for UFC Fight Night: Strickland v. Hernandez. We are breaking down the odds for Delija vs. Spivac, Neal vs. Medic, and that banger of a main event between Anthony Hernandez and Sean Strickland. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) Live Show Open (00:02:00) Headlines: ATS Fight Partnership & Big Energy (00:10:50) Michael Chiesa Interview (00:26:00) Ray Longo Minute (00:50:30) Russ Mikowski Interview: 3 Punch Convo joins the show (01:01:00) Win $1000 from 3PunchConvo (01:02:40) Mario Bautista Interview: UFC Vegas 113 win, Sandhagen rematch, Yadong response (01:13:50) DraftKings NBA Live Read (01:15:00) Ian Parker Joins (01:20:00) Main-Event Challenge for Strickland v. Hernandez (01:40:00) PLACE YOUR BETS for UFC HOUSTON (01:43:00) Outro: Jon & Kenny’s Final Thoughts 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (For people to COMMENT LIVE!) --- Is Colby Covington really ducking Chiesa, or is this just business? --- Does Mario Bautista deserve the Sandhagen rematch next? --- Who you got in the main event? Strickland or "Fluffy" Hernandez? If you are a real one, hit that LIKE button, SUBSCRIBE to @AnikFlorianPod, and turn on the notification bell so you never miss a live drop. We are the voice of the fans. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4896896856883200 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    1h 45m

  6. FEB 9

    EP. 582: UFC Vegas 113 Recap with Ray Longo and Super Bowl Reactions

    🔥 YOU ARE WATCHING LIVE! 🔥 Join the chat right now! The only live podcast hosted by the voice of the UFC, Jon Anik, and UFC title challenger Kenny Florian, is breaking down EVERYTHING that matters in the MMA world today. This is your essential, unfiltered recap with the insider access and expert analysis you can’t get anywhere else. This show is in partnership with the crew at @allthesmoke and @atsfight. We’re dropping knowledge, breaking down the wild UFC Fight Night results from Saturday, and telling you what it all means for every division. You get the cage-side perspective from Anik, the elite-level technical breakdowns from Ken-Flo, and the raw, fight-winning wisdom from coach Ray Longo. This isn't just talk; it's the deepest dive in the game. 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (COMMENT LIVE!): 1.) Does Mario Bautista’s win put him in the Bantamweight top 10? 2) How far can Dustin Jacoby go in the Light Heavyweight division after that KO? 3) What’s the one question you have for "The Underground King" Eddie Alvarez? IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) Show Open & Welcome(00:04:00) HEADLINES: UFC Fight Night: Bautista vs. Oliveira Full Recap & MMA News (00:14:00) The Ray Longo Minute: Technical Breakdowns with the Legendary Coach (00:32:00) DraftKings(00:33:00) Anik & Florian Start a Fight Promotion(00:50:00) Super Bowl (00:54:00) Final Thoughts & Show Wrap SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Download the DraftKings app and use code ANIK for a special offer! Please play responsibly. 21+ in most eligible states. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details. 🚨 SUBSCRIBE, HIT THE LIKE BUTTON, AND TURN ON NOTIFICATIONS! 🚨 Liking, commenting, and sharing this show helps us grow and keep bringing you the biggest guests and best analysis every single week. Tell us where you’re watching from in the live chat! FOLLOW THE CREW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongoMMA @ianparkermma @allthesmoke @atsfight 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    59 min

  7. FEB 3

    EP. 581: UFC 325 REACTION with Anik & Florian, Ray Longo on Volkanovski, Guest Dan Tom & UFC Picks

    Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are breaking down EVERYTHING that matters in the MMA world RIGHT NOW, from the championship fallout in Sydney to the betting lines for this weekend's brawl in Las Vegas. This isn't just talk; it's analysis fueled by Anik's cage-side perspective, Florian's elite-level breakdowns, and the legendary coaching wisdom of Ray Longo. We're partnered with the crew at @allthesmoke and @atsfight to bring you the most connected podcast in the game. We're LIVE and the chat is firing. Hit that like button, subscribe, and share this stream with your fight crew. Your engagement is what fuels this show and helps us keep delivering this must-watch content every week. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) - LIVE OPEN: Welcome to the show and a huge shoutout to our partners at All The Smoke Productions and ATS Fight. (00:04:00) - HEADLINES (00:40:30) - MMA analyst Dan Tom (00:59:00) - THE RAY LONGO MINUTE (01:33:00) - DRAFTKINGS (01:35:00) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE (01:57:00) - PLACE YOUR BETS with @ianparkermma (02:00:00) - WRAP UP: Final thoughts from Jon and Kenny before we see you next time. 🎯 ENGAGEMENT QUESTIONS (COMMENT LIVE!): --- Who should Alexander Volkanovski fight next: the undefeated Movsar Evloev or Lerone Murphy ? --- Did Benoit Saint Denis do enough at UFC 325 to earn a title shot ? --- Lock in your pick: Mario Bautista or Vinicius Oliveira this Saturday — and how does it end? 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4896896856883200 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2h 2m
  8. EP. 580: Breaking News with Anik & Florian: Demetrious Johnson Joins, UFC 324 Recap and UFC 325 Preview

    JAN 26

    EP. 580: Breaking News with Anik & Florian: Demetrious Johnson Joins, UFC 324 Recap and UFC 325 Preview

    The MUST-WATCH live reaction to a historic weekend! We are LIVE right now breaking down EVERYTHING from UFC 324, where Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett delivered an instant classic. We're kicking off a massive new partnership with the legends at @allthesmoke and @atsfight, and we have a star-studded lineup to dissect it all. You get the insider perspective you can't find anywhere else, straight from the UFC's lead commentator and a former title contender. How does Gaethje's win set up the lightweight division? Did Pimblett earn respect in defeat? What was it like for Alex Perez to get that huge knockout after a tough skid? Jon Anik, Kenny Florian, and coach Ray Longo bring a combined decades of Octagon-side experience to give you the definitive take on the weekend's biggest moments and what comes next. We're also looking AHEAD to UFC 325: Volkanovski vs. Lopes II! Stick around for our Main-Event Challenge segment with @ianparkermma, where we break down the entire card and give you the insights you need before fight night. From the featherweight title rematch to the stacked lightweight battles, we've got it covered. Don't just watch the fights—understand them with us. IN THIS EPISODE: (00:00:00) – Show Open & Big Announcement: Launching our new partnership! (00:04:00) – UFC 324 Deep Dive: Jon and Kenny start the recap of Gaethje vs. Pimblett. (00:22:30) – GUEST: UFC Legend Demetrious Johnson joins the analysis.(00:31:00) – UFC 324 Recap Continued (00:42:10) – Chris Weidman!(01:02:10) – The Ray Longo Minute: Coach Longo breaks down the techniques, with a special appearance from former UFC champ Chris Weidman! (01:12:00) – GUEST: UFC Flyweight Alex Perez talks about his brutal first-round knockout win at UFC 324. (01:23:00) – GUEST: MMA analyst RJ Clifford gives his takes on the weekend. (01:44:00) – Potential Surprise Guest: Could it be Hall of Famer Dominick Cruz? (01:55:00) – DraftKings Promo: Get in on the action for UFC 325. (01:59:00) – UFC 325 Main-Event Challenge: We break down Volkanovski vs. Lopes II and the entire main card with @ianparkermma.(01:18:10) – Place Your Bets for UFC 325 (01:23:00) – Outro & Final Thoughts. This show is powered by our new partners, @allthesmoke and @atsfight! Go subscribe to their channels for more incredible MMA content. ——— SPONSORS (SUPPORT THOSE WHO SUPPORT US!): 📈 DraftKings Sportsbook – “The Crown Is Yours” – Use code “AFPOD” for sign-up bonus. ——— 👉 LIKE this video RIGHT NOW! Helps the algorithm SO MUCH! 🔔 SUBSCRIBE & HIT THE BELL! Never miss a live show or episode! https://www.youtube.com/c/AnikFlorianPodcast 💬 COMMENT LIVE BELOW! Answer our Engagement Questions! We read them ALL! 📲 FOLLOW: @jon_anik @kennyflorian @raylongomma 🎧 PODCAST: Listen wherever you get your podcasts! Search "Anik & Florian Podcast"! 🔗 : JonAnik.com | KennyFlorian.com | Download the JON ANIK APP! ——— Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema. org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino &; Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler. net. All games regulated by the West Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg. org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings. com/sportsbook for details and state-specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking. com/mmaterms. 🎙️ New to streaming or looking to level up? Check out StreamYard and get $10 discount! 😍 https://streamyard.com/pal/d/4896896856883200 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    2h 25m
See All (500)

Hosts & Guests

4.6
out of 5
818 Ratings

About

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian talk MMA, sports, pop culture, and whatever else they can think of. Join Anik and "Ken-Flo" as they break down the latest on-goings in the UFC, take listener calls, and interview personalities from all over the world. - Powered by All The Smoke Fight.

Information

  • Creator
    iHeartPodcasts
  • Years Active
    2015 - 2026
  • Episodes
    500
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    2026 iHeartMedia, Inc. © Any use of this intellectual property for text and data mining or computational analysis including as training material for artificial intelligence systems is strictly prohibited without express written consent from iHeartMedia
  • Show Website
    The Anik & Florian Podcast

You Might Also Like