Benjamin Tucker

Throwing Shade Podcast

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Throwing Shade Podcast is an Australian-based sports podcast hosted by Aaron and Ben, delivering insightful discussion, humour, and strong opinions across UFC, MMA, boxing, and the biggest stories in global sport and pop culture. With UFC and combat sports as the foundation of the show, Throwing Shade provides fight breakdowns, event previews and recaps, athlete storylines, and analysis of the personalities shaping modern sport. The podcast also expands into major sports, lifestyle topics, and cultural moments connected to athletes, influencers, and high-profile figures. Episodes regularly cov...

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Benjamin Tucker

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EPISODE 12 | RETURN OF THE MAC | UFC329 Preview with Big Jakey D! 08.07.2026 42:15

UFC 329 is almost here, and we’re breaking down every major storyline ahead of one of the biggest cards of the year. In this episode: ● 👑 Our full UFC 329 preview, including predictions and the fights that matter most. ● Conor McGregor’s long-awaited UFC return as he takes on the always-dangerous Max Holloway. Can McGregor make a statement, or will Holloway spoil the comeback? ● 🍻 We recap ou...

Episode 9 | Jack Jenkins – UFC Journey, Volk Stories, Featherweight Truths & Life Beyond Fighting 17.05.2026 1:02:16

Episode 9 features Australia’s own Jack Jenkins. Jack originally joined us to break down his fight on the UFC Perth card, but after being forced to withdraw, we kept the cameras rolling—and this one delivered. Jack gets real on his journey to the Ultimate Fighting Championship, the killers in the featherweight division, his bond with Alexander Volkanovski, some all-time Volk party stories, his lov...

Episode 8 | UFC Perth Review | Why JDM Lost, Brett Bonetti Joins + UFC 328 Preview 07.05.2026 57:38

This week on Throwing Shade, we unpack everything from UFC Perth . We break down exactly how Jack Della Maddalena was beaten by Carlos Prates, where the fight turned, what tactical mistakes were made, and what comes next for one of Australia’s biggest MMA stars. We also review every Australian fighter who stepped into the cage in Perth — the standout performances, disappointments, and biggest take...