Chael Sonnen

You're Welcome! With Chael Sonnen

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Chael Sonnen: MMA superstar, American gangster...and bad guy...speaks his mind, drops knowledge and sounds off as the absolute authoritative voice in the world of combat sports. Join Chael as he runs life inside and out of the Octagon, with inside knowledge and unrivaled perspective. New episodes every Tuesday and Friday.

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Jul 10, 2026

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Episodes

UFC 274 REACTION: Oliveira's Beatdown of Gaethje, Chandler's Resurgence, and One of the Worst Fights EVER 08.05.2022

In this special Sunday edition of the show, Chael reacts to last night's UFC 274. He begins by discussing Charles Oliveira's dominance over Justin Gaethje, where Oliveira goes from here, and the exorbitant amount of money Oliveira likely cost himself by missing weight on Friday. Then, Chael reacts to Carla Esparza's win over Rose Namajunas in one of the strangest title fights ever (11:57), as well...

UFC 274 Preview: Gaethje's Evolution, Stakes for Chandler vs. Ferguson, and Official Predictions! 06.05.2022

Chael begins today's show by discussing Justin Gaethje's disappearance from the sport after his UFC 254 loss to Khabib Nurmagomedov, and Chael wonders if that layoff will ultimately help Gaethje steal the lightweight title tomorrow night. Then, Chael talks about what's really on the line between Michael Chandler and Tony Ferguson (10:49). And of course, official predictions! Presented by: DraftKin...

Underappreciating 'Thug Rose,' Jake Paul's Big Bet, and UFC 276 Card Gets LEAKED! 04.05.2022

Chael begins today's episode by reacting to Marlon "Chito" Vera's gutsy win over Rob Font in Saturday's UFC  main event. Then, he talks about Jake Paul's bet with boxing promoter Eddie Hearn, a mysterious photo that's circulating online about the UFC 276 lineup (27:58), if Rose Namajunas vs. Carla Esparza 2 is the most under-the-radar title fight of 2022, the matchup between Charles Oliveira and J...

Rethinking Burns vs. Chimaev, GSP's Potential Comeback, and Jon vs. Stipe: What's Going On? 29.04.2022

On today's episode, Chael begins with Bob Arum's interesting explanation as to why Tyson Fury vs. Francis Ngannou would be a massive fight. Then, Chael gets into the most recent talk surrounding a heavyweight fight between Jon Jones and Stipe Miocic (10:26), if Conor McGregor needs a "tune-up" fight when he returns (36:52), the ONE condition Georges St-Pierre would fight under (23:30), and more. P...

Tyson Fury's Next Move, Poirier's Options, and Is Aljo the Most Disrespected Champ in UFC History? 27.04.2022

Chael begins the show by discussing another win for Tyson Fury and the surreal moment that followed when UFC heavyweight champion Francis Ngannou joined him in the ring afterwards. Then, Chael talks about a tweet from Dustin Poirier about his next opponent (16:11), if Justin Gaethje is angry headed into next week's lightweight title fight (27:46), and if Aljamain Sterling is the most disrespected...

Opponents for Nick Diaz, Masvidal Goes to School & Whittaker is Out...Now What? 22.04.2022

In a very newsy edition of the podcast, Chael begins by discussing Robert Whittaker's decision to pull out of his UFC 275 co-main event against Marvin Vettori, and which brave middleweight could step in to replace him. Then, Chael talks about a viral video featuring Khamzat Chimaev, Darren Till, and Joaquin Buckley (8:21), a conversation he had with Michael Bisping about Jake Paul (18:07), Jorge M...

Jake Paul's Latest Callout, Belal's Ascent Continues & What's Up with Jon Jones and Stipe? 20.04.2022

On today's episode, Chael dives deep into the welterweight division by discussing Belal Muhammad's win over Vicente Luque and his consequent callouts of Colby Covington and Khamzat Chimaev. Then, Chael talks about when Chimaev could eventually cross paths with Kamaru Usman (9:54), if Jake Paul and Michael Bisping could actually find themselves together in the boxing ring in the near future (27:48)...

Covington vs. Chimaev Speculation, Cejudo Wants Volkanovski & Will Conor McGregor Return to Welterweight? 15.04.2022

Chael begins today's episode by clapping back against those who are criticizing Khamzat Chimaev's UFC 273 performance against Gilbert Burns. Then, Chael talks about the likelihood of Colby Covington agreeing to fight Chimaev (13:43), if Alexander Volkanovski should take a fight with Henry Cejudo (35:13), if Conor McGregor should move up to welterweight when he returns from his injury (42:03), and...

UFC 273 Reaction: Chimaev Is the Real Deal, Aljo Puts on a Clinic & Volkanovski’s Featherweight GOAT Push 13.04.2022

To begin today's show, Chael offers his immediate reactions to UFC 273 from Saturday night. He discusses what Khamzat Chimaev's slugfest win over Gilbert Burns tells us about the young phenom, how Aljamain Sterling turned in one of the best performances in bantamweight history (9:28), and how Alexander Volkanovski overcame an impressive mental hurdle against The Korean Zombie (18:02). Then, Chael...

UFC 273 Predictions, Chimaev's Future & Logan Paul Wants Paddy the Baddy 08.04.2022

Chael gets you set for UFC 273 by dishing out his official predictions for Gilbert Burns vs. Khamzat Chimaev (23:27), Aljamain Sterling vs. Petr Yan (34:44), and Alexander Volkanovski vs. The Korean Zombie (45:03). But before that, Chael discusses what Chimaev's future will look like after tomorrow night, as well as Logan Paul saying he'd like to fight Paddy Pimblett in MMA. Presented by: DraftKin...

Jon Jones' Long Training Camp, Wrestlemania 38 Recap & The Khamzat/Till Bromance 06.04.2022

Chael begins today's episode by recapping this weekend's Wrestlemania and all the former UFC stars that played a part in making it a massive event. Then, Chael talks about Jon Jones' two years of work into turning himself into a heavyweight machine, early thoughts on Saturday's UFC 273 (30:00), and the burgeoning bromance between Khamzat Chimaev and Darren Till, and whether this is a good or bad t...

Aljamain Sterling's Storytelling, Werdum's Legacy & Should Valentina Turn Heel? 01.04.2022

Chael begins today's episode with some thoughts on Kai Kara-France's emergence at flyweight and his readiness for a title shot against Deiveson Figueiredo. Then, Chael discusses a theory about Valentina Shevchenko, how Aljamain Sterling is selling next week's title rematch with Petr Yan (28:42), and the possible retirement of MMA legend Fabricio Werdum. Presented by: Coinbase Our Sponsors: * Check...

Curtis Blaydes' Callout, Jon Jones' "Candle" & Who Can Beat Kamaru Usman? 30.03.2022

Curtis Blaydes gets a crucial heavyweight win, but where should he go from here? Chael discusses that PLUS the latest round of Jon Jones tweets (11:07) and some exciting middleweight fights the UFC recently booked. And to close out the show, Chael talks about the recipe for beating Kamaru Usman and if there's a fighter on the UFC roster who can execute it well enough to dethrone the pound-for-poun...

Comparing McGregor and Paddy the Baddy, ONE Championship Preview & Blaydes v. Daukaus Prediction 25.03.2022

Chael begins today's show by discussing comparisons between Conor McGregor and Paddy Pimblett and whether the comparisons are even worth making. Then, Chael talks about Tom Aspinall's rise, tomorrow's highly-anticipated ONE X event from ONE Championship (22:35), and also tomorrow's UFC heavyweight main event between Curtis Blaydes and Chris Daukaus (42:07). Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and us...

A New Heavyweight Contender, Rethinking Paddy the Baddy's Antics & McGregor's Welterweight Title Pursuit 23.03.2022

Chael begins today's show by reacting to a thrilling UFC London card and all of the story lines to emerge from one of the best Fight Nights in recent memory. Chael discusses Tom Aspinall's emergence as a serious contender at heavyweight, Dan Hooker's shaky featherweight performance, Paul Craig's callout of Anthony Smith, and whether Paddy Pimblett vs. Ilia Topuria is a good fight to make next (16:...

Hooker's Featherweight Dream, Paddy's "Easy" Road & Could Jake Paul v. Conor McGregor Actually Happen? 18.03.2022

Chael begins today's episode by giving the latest on the dust-up between Paddy Pimblett and Ilia Topuria and where it could go from here. Then, Chael tells you why he's changed his tune on a potential boxing fight between Conor McGregor and Jake Paul (8:07) and also why Kamaru Usman shouldn't chase a Canelo Alvarez fight. Plus, more thoughts on Dan Hooker's return to featherweight tomorrow (40:42)...

Advice for Paddy the Baddy, McGregor's "Yes Men" & Chandler v. Ferguson! 16.03.2022

On today's episode, Chael recaps his weekend at Eagle FC and Alex Pereira's UFC win and interesting callout afterward. Then, Chael talks about what'll be on the line for Michael Chandler vs. Tony Ferguson in May (14:26), Alexander Volkanovski's callout of Conor McGregor, and Henry Cejudo's Twitter beef with McGregor. Lastly, Chael discusses a video of Paddy Pimblett that circulated online yesterda...

BONUS EPISODE: Eagle FC 46 Preview w/ Khabib, Henry Cejudo, and Kamaru Usman 11.03.2022

Live from Miami, Chael is joined by UFC legends Khabib Nurmagomedov, Henry Cejudo, and Kamaru Usman to quickly break down tonight's Eagle FC card, which features an exciting main event between Diego Sanchez and Kevin Lee. Plus, Usman gives some updates on when we can expect to see him return to the UFC Octagon. Presented by: Coinbase Our Sponsors: * Check out Shopify and use my code chael for a gr...

Tai Tuivasa Calls Out Stipe, Campaigning for RDA & WTF Is Slapfighting?!?! 11.03.2022

Chael begins today's show by discussing the criticism Jorge Masvidal has received for his game plan against Colby Covington. Then, Chael wonders who Covington should face next -- because if he's not in the welterweight title picture, then where should he look? Plus, a fun heavyweight callout (34:28), the future of Rafael dos Anjos (24:20), and an epic rant about the legitimacy of slap fighting (42...

Covington v. Masvidal Reaction, Makhachev Speaks Up & What Will Khabib's Coaching Legacy Be? 09.03.2022

A few days removed from UFC 272, Chael offers his analysis of Colby Covington vs. Jorge Masvidal. Then, Chael wonders who each guy will fight next and whether any brave soul will call out Covington (10:52).  After that, Chael discusses Islam Makhachev's recent social media posts regarding the Rafael dos Anjos fight that didn't happen (31:10), as well as whether Khabib Nurmagomedov's coaching caree...

UFC 272 Predictions, Chimaev's Next Fight & An Interview w/ the Marshall Rogan Inu Founders 04.03.2022

Just one day before UFC 272, Chael gives you his official predictions for Colby Covington v. Jorge Masvidal (41:17), as well as Kevin Holland vs. Cowboy Oliveira. Plus, an interview with the founders of the Marshall Rogan Inu crypto coin and Chael also talks about the recently announced fight between Gilbert Burns and Khamzat Chimaev (17:23). Presented by: DraftKings Our Sponsors: * Check out Shop...

Islam Makhachev's Next Move, Colby Eyes 185 & the Ingredients to a Perfect Fight 02.03.2022

After watching Islam Makhachev make quick work of Bobby Green in the first round this past weekend, Chael wonders what the future holds in store for the lightweight phenom. Then, Chael turns his attention to the stars of UFC 272 -- Colby Covington and Jorge Masvidal -- to discuss Covington's comments about moving up to middleweight (24:46), why this is the PERFECT fight (33:02), and what Vegas bel...

Makhachev vs. Green Prediction, Darren Till Goes to School & A Valuable Lesson 25.02.2022

On today's episode, Chael discusses the unlikely partnership between Khamzat Chimaev and Darren Till that's taken social media by storm. Then, Chael praises Bobby Green for his willingness to fight Islam Makhachev, and says that other fighters should follow his lead. Plus, an official prediction for tomorrow night's main event (36:57) and Chael tells a story related to Jorge Masvidal (30:50). Pres...

Masvidal's Calculated Move, Dariush's Future & Can Bobby Green Stop Makhachev? 23.02.2022

Chael begins today's episode by recapping an exciting weekend of MMA that featured a crazy knockout from Jamahal Hill and the BKFC debuts of former UFC fighters Chad Mendes and Mike Perry. Then, Chael discusses Jorge Masvidal's callout of Nate Diaz (20:20), if Bobby Green has what it takes to slow the hype around Islam Makhachev, and how Beneil Dariush can stay relevant in the lightweight title pi...

Bobby Green's Big Moment, Bisping Takes the Heat & Could Conor Get a Title Shot? 18.02.2022

Beneil Dariush is out of his fight against Islam Makhachev, paving the way for fan favorite Bobby Green to step in on short notice next weekend. Chael discusses. Then, Chael talks about just how bad the blood between Jorge Masvidal and Colby Covington actually is (22:22), if Conor McGregor really could get a lightweight title shot when he returns (31:03),  criticism of Michael Bisping's UFC 271 co...

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