Ellie Dempster: The Strategy Behind Power Slap & Predicting McGregor vs. Holloway 2

Ellie Dempster: The Strategy Behind Power Slap & Predicting McGregor vs. Holloway 2

Power Slap championship contender Ellie Dempster joins Chael Sonnen and Ian Parker on Undefeated & Undisputed to discuss her transition from MMA to the slap stage. Ellie breaks down the hidden strategies of Power Slap, explaining how athletes train to absorb impact and why she believes the sport is safer than traditional mixed martial arts. The conversation then shifts to the UFC, as Ellie, Chael, and Ian analyze Conor McGregor's upcoming bout against Max Holloway at 170 lbs. They debate the challenges of returning from a severe injury and a long layoff, and discuss potential future matchups for the Irish superstar. Tune in for an inside look at Power Slap and expert combat sports analysis. Follow Smash Cast Media: 📺 Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@smashcastmedia 📸 Instagram: @smashcastmedia 🐦 Twitter/X: @smashcastmedia Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Nina Drama on Interviewing Conor McGregor, Working with Dana White, and Dealing with UFC Trolls

In this episode of Undefeated and Undisputed, hosts Ian Parker and Chael Sonnen sit down with MMA Personality of the Year, Nina Drama. Nina shares her incredible journey from fashion modeling and viral skits to becoming a staple at UFC events. Listen in as Nina details what it's really like to interview Conor McGregor, the genius of Dana White's leadership, and how she handles the intense scrutiny of online trolls. The conversation also takes some hilarious detours into Nina's biggest phobias, the wild world of Power Slap, and Chael's masterful psychological tactics. Make sure to follow Undefeated and Undisputed on Spotify and check out Smash Cast Media on all platforms for the best in combat sports entertainment. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Conor McGregor on the Max Holloway Rematch, Fighting at 170, and His UFC Return

In this monumental episode of Undefeated & Undisputed, Chael Sonnen and Ian Parker are joined by the biggest name in combat sports, Conor McGregor.Conor dives deep into his mindset ahead of his highly anticipated return to the Octagon, discussing his move to 170 pounds and the meticulous preparation behind his confidence. He breaks down the upcoming rematch with Max Holloway, explaining why he believes he'll finish the fight in devastating fashion. The conversation also covers Conor's intense love for the game, his thoughts on a potential Floyd Mayweather rematch, and his advice for former rival Dustin Poirier. This is a focused, philosophical, and fired-up Conor McGregor sharing insights you won't hear anywhere else. Subscribe to Undefeated & Undisputed on Spotify and follow Smash Cast Media for the best combat sports interviews and analysis! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

UFC Baku Fallout, Herb Dean's Missed Calls, & Jon Jones' Future

On this episode of Undefeated and Undisputed, Chael Sonnen and Ian Parker review the recent UFC event in Baku. They analyze Rafael Fiziev' impressive knockout victory and discuss whether he's ready for the BMF conversation. Ian doesn't hold back his thoughts on Shara Bullet's performance, criticizing his fight IQ and calling out referee Herb Dean for failing to penalize blatant fouls. The guys also look forward to International Fight Week, highlighting the intriguing matchup between Terrence McKinney and King Green. Finally, they tackle the chaotic state of the heavyweight division, debating Jon Jones' next potential opponent and whether he even needs a championship belt to remain the biggest draw in the sport. Tune in for all this, plus a tease of some massive surprise guests joining them live in Las Vegas!Follow Smash Cast Media on all platforms for more exclusive combat sports content. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]

Dana White's Colosseum Plan, Gaethje's Future & UFC Apex Chaos

This week on Undefeated and Undisputed, Chael Sonnen and Ian Parker tackle the biggest trending topics in MMA. The guys react to Dana White's comments about hosting a fight at the Roman Colosseum (or even in space!), and discuss the fallout from the latest UFC Apex event, including Magomedov's rare Scottish Twister submission. They also debate the UFC's matchmaking decisions, including Gable Steveson's move to the prelims, the potential for Jon Jones vs. Alex Pereira, and the drama surrounding Trevor Wittman's gloves. Finally, Chael and Ian analyze Justin Gaethje's future—will he wait for a massive payday against Conor McGregor, or step up to face the lightweight elite? Tune in for all this and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices [https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices]