Name: Ep. 208: UFC 239 Recap, Ladd v. de Randamie, Ray Longo by Anik and Florian
Duration: 1 h 10 min 2 s
Description: Anik and Florian share their thoughts on Jorge Masvidal’s record-setting knockout of Ben Askren and recap all of UFC 239, which delivered on the hype and produced one of the most memorable nights in recent MMA history.

On the inaugural edition of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast" the guys are joined by MMA trainer Ray Longo, Seattle Seahawk Will Blackmon, and mixed martial arts journalist John Morgan. 

Jon and Kenny also take a look back at UFC Fight Night "Mendes Vs Lamas," this weekend's showdown between Gabriel Gonzaga and Mirko "Cro Cop," and take listener calls. 



Ep. 1: Ray Longo, Will Blackmon, MMA Junkie's John Morgan

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian were back in the saddle for episode 2 of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." Joining them on this edition of the show was UFC 186 headliner Demetrious Johnson to talk about his upcoming title defense. The guys were also joined by MMA and boxing scribe Kevin Iole from Yahoo! sports. 

They also take listener calls and share their thoughts on news related to MMA and other current events. Don't miss "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast!"

Ep. 2: UFC Flyweight Champion Demetrious Johnson, Yahoo!'s Kevin Iole

UFC play-by-play man Jon Anik and former UFC standout and current UFC personality Kenny Florian return for another edition of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." Joining them this time is middleweight contender Michael "The Count" Bisping and ESPN reporter Max Bretos. 

Fresh off of his win over C.B. Dollaway, Bisiping joines the show to talk about his status inside the Ultimate Fighting Championship. "The Count" also discusses what might be next for him inside the Octagon.

The guys also chat with Max Bertos about this weekend's Mayweather-Pacquiao contest, what life in Vegas is like covering "the fight of the century," and what's up in the soccer world. 

Anik and "Ken-Flo" also give you 'the pick to click," their thoughts on the personal issues with now former light-heavyweight champion Jon Jones, and their thoughts on the new title fight between Daniel Cormier and Anthony "Rumble" Johnson. 



Ep. 3: UFC Middleweight Michael Bisping, ESPN's Max Bretos

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian returned for another edition of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." On this edition of the show the guys chat with UFC commentator Brian Stann and ESPN's Brian Campbell. 

Stann joined the program to discuss the latest ongoings in mixed martial arts, this weekend's UFC Australia card, and his role with the NFL's Atlanta Falcons. 

Campbell was ringside Saturday night for boxing's "fight of the century." He chats about the monumental showdown between Floyd Mayweather Jr and Manny Pacquiao, the fallout from the fight, and where boxing is headed in the future. 

The boys also take your calls, discuss the latest UFC news, and discuss whatever else is on their minds. 

Ep. 4: UFC Commentator Brian Stann, ESPN Brian Campbell

UFC play-by-play man Jon Anik and UFC commentator Kenny Florian were back Monday with another edition of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." On this edition they were joined by UFC 187 headliner Daniel Cormier, UFC fighter/personality "Suga" Rashad Evans. and author Maria Burns-Ortiz. 

Saturday night in Las Vegas Daniel Cormier will have his second chance at becoming the UFC's light-heavyweight champion. "DC" joins Anik and "Ken-Flo" to discuss this opportunity, the rushed training camp. and what he can expect from his opponent in Anthony "Rumble" Johnson. 

Filling in the blanks from the other side of the coin is Johnson's training partner at The Blackzillians, Rashad Evans. The former UFC light-heavyweight champion discusses "AJ's" chances in the fight among other topics of discussion. Evans also sheds some light on his plans moving forward as a competitor inside the UFC. 

Jon and Kenny also chat with co-author of Ronda Rousey's biography Maria Burns-Ortiz. The real life sister of the women's bantamweight champion discusses the book "My Fight /Your Fight," the writing process, and her thoughts on the world's most dangerous woman. 

The guys catch up on all things MMA. breakdown the retirement speech of Mark Munoz, and give their pick for Saturday night's UFC 187 main event. 

Ep. 5: UFC 187 Headliner Daniel Cormier, Rashad Evans, Rousey Author Maria Burns-Ortiz

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian were back for Memorial Day broadcast of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." On today's show the guys chat with UFC lightweight prospect James Vick and Bleacher Report's Jeremy Botter. 

Vick, two weeks removed from his submission victory over Jake Matthews, talks about his win in Adelaide, Australia, where the submission victory puts him in the UFC's 155-pound class. and who he might want to fight next. 

Botter joins the show to talk about UFC 187. the aftermath of Daniel Cormier defeating Anthony Johnson, and if this victory is enough for people to consider "DC" the undisputed UFC light-heavyweight champion of the world. Botter also recounts his military service on this special holiday, 

Jon and Kenny share their thoughts on UFC 187, look ahead to this weekend's UFC Fight Night card pitting Carlos Condit against Thiago Alves, and they play "The Pronunciation of the Week."

Ep. 6: UFC Fighter James Vick, Bleacher Report's Jeremy Botter

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian were back with a packed edition of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." On this edition the guys welcome in "The American Gangster" Chael Sonnen, along with top UFC contenders Luke Rockhold and Ryan Bader.

Sonnen stops by to discuss the latest on-goings in mixed martial arts, the upcoming birth of his child. and what he has been up to while no longer actively fighting in mixed martial arts. 

Luke Rockhold just might be the best UFC middleweight not named Chris Weidman. The American Kickboxing Academy product joins Anik and Florian to discuss where he ranks at 185 pounds inside the UFC and if he needs to do anything more to solidify himself as the number one contender. 

Ryan Bader got in to a shouting match with UFC light-heavyweight champion Daniel Cormier at the UFC 187 press conference. "The Ultimate Fighter" winner chats with Jon and Kenny how the shouting match happened. what has happened since, if he will be getting a shot at the UFC 205-pound strap. 

Anik and Florian also recap UFC Fight Night: Condit Vs Alves, preview this weekend's Tim Boetsch Vs Dan Henderson main event, and take a look at questions coming in via Twitter. 


Ep 7: Chael Sonnen, Luke Rockhold, Ryan Bader

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian are back with a packed podcast! Joining them in the final days of his UFC 188 preparation is former Strikeforce champion Gilbert Melendez as he gets ready for his co-main event tilt wither former Bellator champion Eddie Alvarez.  Also, just 12 days out from her straweight title fight with Joana Jedrzejczyk is number one contender Jessica Penne. Also, rounding out this stacked show is UFC featherweight standout Mirsad Bektic. 

Anik and "Ken-Flo" also recap UFC Fight Night: New Orleans, break down this weekend's UFC 188 card in Mexico City, and play another round of "Pronunciation of the Week." They also take listener calls discussing the latest in mixed martial arts. Including who they would like to see in the UFC among fighters not already under contract. 

Ep. 8: UFC Fighters Gilbert Melendez. Jessica Penne, Mirsad Bektic

Jon Anik and Kenny Florian returned Monday for another edition of "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast." Joining them on this episode was WWE Superstar turned UFC fighter CM Punk, reigning welterweight champion Robbie Lawler, and UFC 188 victor Eddie Alvarez. 

"Punk" talks about his progression in mixed martial arts, when we might see him make is Octagon debut, and what he wants out of a mixed martial arts career. 

Alvarez discusses his latest victory over Gilbert Melendez at UFC 188, where this win puts him, and what is up with Nate Diaz trying to start something with him. 

And if the show wasn't stacked enough welterweight kingpin Robbie Lawler jumps on the program to discuss his UFC 189 title fight with Rory MacDonald. 

The boys also share their thoughts on UFC 188, the upset victory of Cain Velasquez by the newly undisputed heavyweight champion Fabricio Werdum, and how they feel the UFC straweight championship bout between Joanna Jedrzejczyk and Jessica Penne will shake out. 

Ep. 9: 'CM Punk,' UFC Champion Robbie Lawler, Eddie Alvarez

Anik and Florian share their thoughts on Jorge Masvidal’s record-setting knockout of Ben Askren and recap all of UFC 239, which delivered on the hype and produced one of the most memorable nights in recent MMA history.

Ep. 208: UFC 239 Recap, Ladd v. de Randamie, Ray Longo

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. It's "The Jon Anik and Kenny Florian Podcast!"

Ep. 208: UFC 239 Recap, Ladd v. de Randamie, Ray Longo

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