UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra

Ultimate Fighting Championship, Zuffa LLC

UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra is the must-listen podcast for fight fans. Edgy veteran comedian Jim Norton and former UFC welterweight champion Matt Serra push the boundaries in the UFC's first audio series. “Unfiltered” delivers everything, including pre- and post-fight analysis, industry stories, observations, opinions and interviews with UFC sources, fighters and celebrity fans.

  1. 1d ago

    Julian Erosa, Grant Dawson, UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Nolan recap

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra recap Saturday's Halloween UFC Fight Night, where Tom Nolan scored a third-round stoppage of Renato Moicano in a main event that has sparked major debate. Fresh off a dramatic first-round knockout of JeongYeong Lee in his retirement fight, Julian Erosa returns to UFC Unfiltered to reflect on the storybook ending to his 16-year professional career. “Juicy J” explains why he made the decision to walk away before Saturday's fight, discusses the challenges of balancing fighting with family life and reveals his plans to return to Washington to take over a family business. He also shares some of the hobbies he's looking forward to pursuing in retirement. Then, Grant Dawson joins the show following his unanimous decision victory over previously unbeaten Nurullo Aliev at UFC 333. “KGD” reflects on overcoming early adversity in Abu Dhabi, weighs in on the importance of penalizing illegal strikes and discusses what his recent performances have taught him about his own toughness. As always, a conversation between Matt and Grant takes an entertaining turn away from fighting as the two geek out over their favorite television shows. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  2. 6d ago

    Jacobe Smith, Renato Moicano, UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Nolan picks

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra get ready for Halloween night's UFC Fight Night: Moicano vs. Nolan in Las Vegas, welcoming fighters from both Saturday's main and co-main events to UFC Unfiltered. Undefeated welterweight Jacobe Smith returns just weeks after his latest first-round knockout to preview his short-notice co-main event against Randy Brown. Having already shared sparring rounds with Brown, Jacobe discusses his approach to fighting someone with Randy’s style before opening up about the sacrifices and lifestyle changes he’s made while developing his career under Daniel Cormier.  Then, Renato Moicano joins the show ahead of his lightweight main event against rising contender Tom Nolan. After seeing a planned matchup with Brian Ortega fall through for the second time this year, “Money Moicano” discusses his preparations for another young challenger and reflects on his recent submission victory over Chris Duncan. Jim and Matt also break down some of Saturday's most intriguing matchups before making their Halloween fight picks, with Matt looking to extend his recent hot streak in their head-to-head competition. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  3. Oct 27

    Dominick Reyes, Joel Faglier, UFC 333 recap

    Just days removed from a stacked night of fights in Abu Dhabi, Jim Norton and Matt Serra recap the UFC 333 action on today's episode of UFC Unfiltered. Fresh off his first-round knockout of Azamat Murzakanov, Dominick Reyes returns to UFC Unfiltered to break down his impressive finish and discuss his renewed push toward another light heavyweight title opportunity. “The Devastator” also explains his unique approach to training without a traditional head coach and updates Jim and Matt on his plans for the five-acre property of his dreams. Then, undefeated heavyweight Joel Faglier makes his UFC Unfiltered debut following his dramatic comeback victory over Javad Mahjoub in Edmonton. Faglier reveals how he received his short-notice UFC opportunity, breaks down how he survived a disastrous opening round and shares the story of a second-grade teacher who once told him his dreams of becoming a UFC fighter were unrealistic. Along the way, Faglier discusses growing up in a martial arts family, his admiration for Renzo Gracie and his hobbies outside the Octagon. Jim and Matt also revisit some of UFC 333's biggest performances, including Aaron Pico's knockout victory and Alexander Volkov's continued push toward a heavyweight title shot, all while Matt celebrates extending his lead in their head-to-head picks. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  4. Oct 22

    Salhahuddin Everett, UFC 333 preview & picks

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra look ahead to UFC 333 in Abu Dhabi, where Alexander Volkanovski defends his featherweight title against unbeaten challenger Movsar Evloev and Petr Yan meets Merab Dvalishvili for a third time with the bantamweight championship on the line. Matt shares his thoughts on how Merab can get the better of Yan in Saturday's trilogy fight. While it's no secret who Matt is rooting for, he and Jim also dive into some of the card's other intriguing matchups as they each lock in three predictions for the weekend. Then, undefeated welterweight Salhahuddin “Sal” Everett makes his UFC Unfiltered debut following his first-round stoppage of Ozzy Martin on Dana White's Contender Series. Everett shares his unique journey from working overnight security at UFC headquarters to becoming Dana White's personal runner, including the unexpected conversation while stocking Dana's refrigerator that led to his Contender Series opportunity. Beyond the Octagon, Everett reflects on his family's boxing background and his passion for hiking and rock climbing. The newly signed UFC fighter also discusses his perfect finishing record, the lessons he's learned along his unconventional path to the UFC and his hopes of making his promotional debut in early 2027. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  5. Oct 20

    Chelsea Chandler, Montel Jackson, UFC Edmonton recap

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra recap an action-packed UFC Edmonton card that saw 12 of 13 fights end in finishes, including Mike Malott's spectacular second-round knockout of Joaquin Buckley in the main event. Fresh off back-to-back first-round submissions, Chelsea Chandler makes her UFC Unfiltered debut to break down her kimura victory over Melissa Croden. Chandler discusses how overcoming injuries has helped rejuvenate her career, reflects on her unconventional introduction to martial arts in Thailand and shares what she's learned training alongside the Diaz brothers in Stockton. Then, Montel Jackson returns following his knockout victory over Ricky Simon, avenging a loss from his UFC debut eight years earlier. The Wisconsin native discusses rediscovering his wrestling roots before opening up about his upbringing in Milwaukee. A lifelong Brewers fan, Montel recounts his earliest memories going to the ballpark as his favorite baseball team gears up for a World Series run. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  6. Oct 15

    Tanner Boser, DWCS finale recap, UFC Edmonton preview

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra get ready for UFC Fight Night: Buckley vs. Malott in Edmonton with returning guest Tanner Boser, who joins the show ahead of his heavyweight matchup against Jhonata Diniz. Boser takes Jim and Matt through his unconventional journey into MMA, beginning with childhood soccer before discovering karate. With Saturday marking his first fight in Edmonton since his regional circuit days, Tanner reflects on the resilience he’s developed through tough losses and shares entertaining stories about working as a bouncer at an Edmonton strip club. Along the way, he reveals the surprising hobby he shares with fellow fighters Robert Whittaker and Josh Barnett. After catching up with Boser, Jim and Matt recap the final week of Dana White's Contender Series Season 10 and react to the latest fighters earning UFC contracts. The guys close the show with picks and predictions for Saturday's UFC Edmonton card, headlined by Joaquin Buckley vs. Mike Malott, before taking an early peek at next weekend’s UFC 333 card in Abu Dhabi. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  7. Oct 13

    Andre Fili, Niko Price, UFC Fight Night: Allen-Duncan recap

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra recap UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan, including Brendan Allen’s late submission win over Christian Leroy Duncan, Loopy Godinez’s close decision victory and a few more takeaways from Saturday’s card. Then, Andre Fili returns to UFC Unfiltered after snapping his two-fight skid with a second-round head kick knockout of Kai Kamaka III. Before breaking down the win, Fili’s comic book aficionado side comes out as he and Matt dive into superhero storytelling, old collections and what makes a comic adaptation actually work. After Fili reflects on the knockout and bouncing back from a tough stretch, Niko Price joins the show following his first-round stoppage win over Leon Shahbazyan. “The Hybrid” explains how his retirement fight came together, why he came out pressuring from the opening bell, and what it meant to have his wife and daughter in the cage with him afterward. Price also looks back on his wild UFC run, discusses the possibility of competing again in grappling or wrestling, and reveals the unbelievable childhood story of where he was pronounced dead in an ambulance. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

  8. Oct 8

    Loopy Godinez, Brendan Allen preview UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan

    Jim Norton and Matt Serra get ready for UFC Fight Night: Allen vs. Duncan with two returning guests set to compete on Saturday’s main card. First, 8th-ranked strawweight Loopy Godinez joins the show ahead of her matchup with Ketlen Souza. Godinez reflects on what she learned from her loss to Tatiana Suarez, why she’s not overhauling her approach after one setback, and how she stays during fight week by sticking to her normal routine — training, walking her dog, spending time with family and staying loose backstage. After some Dana White’s Contender Series talk, Jim and Matt welcome 4th-ranked middleweight Brendan Allen back to the show before his main event against Christian Leroy Duncan. Allen talks about preparing for another five-round fight, the confidence that comes with main-event experience, and how maturity, communication and his friendship with Belal Muhammad have helped him manage the mental side of fighting. Allen also gets into his fight-week diet, homemade pizza obsession, building out his family property and what he expects from Duncan before Jim and Matt close the show with picks for Saturday’s card. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra is the must-listen podcast for fight fans. Edgy veteran comedian Jim Norton and former UFC welterweight champion Matt Serra push the boundaries in the UFC's first audio series. “Unfiltered” delivers everything, including pre- and post-fight analysis, industry stories, observations, opinions and interviews with UFC sources, fighters and celebrity fans.

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