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Cageside with John Morgan

Grind City Media

Cageside with John Morgan is a weekly video podcast that will breakdown and preview everything in the world of Mixed Martial Arts, including hard hitting interviews by some of the biggest stars in the sport. John Morgan is an award winning journalist and is widely regarded as the best MMA insider in the world.

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16:21

Cody Durden bringing all the smoke to UFC 310: ‘I’m...

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2024/11/25

UFC flyweight contender “Custom Made” Cody Durden is fired up ahead of his UFC 310 clash with Joshua Van and told Grind City Media’s John Morgan to expect fireworks from start to finish.Durden and Van will collide at UFC 310, which takes place December 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas, Nevada.Ahead of the fight, Durden recounts his incredible “Performance of the Night” win in September, what he thought of Van asking for this fight, earning his Brazilian jiu-jitsu black belt, training with UFC

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54:44

Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall or Alex Pereira next? No,...

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2024/11/18

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan reflect on an incredible Jon Jones win at UFC 309, and perhaps an unfortunate final sendoff for Stipe Miocic. What is motivating Jones now? Will it be Alex Pereira, or could a Tom Aspinall fight deliver the type of cash “Bones” wants to take the matchup?Plus, the guys talk about the predictable matchup between Jake Paul and Mike Tyson that streamed live on Netflix and wonder why so many people had issues understanding what was going to

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12:59

Brandon Davis previews Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA title...

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2024/11/12

Mississippi’s Brandon Davis earned his way into the UFC on the first season of Dana White’s Contender Series and went on to fight nine times in the promotion’s famed octagon. Now, he’s headlining Jorge Masvidal’s Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA 9, which takes place Friday, November 15, from Biloxi’s Mississippi Coast Coliseum and streams live on the Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA YouTube channel.“Killer B” joined Grind City Media’s John Morgan to preview the matchup with Randy Costa, a rematch from the UFC which

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71:52

Stipe Miocic disrespected before facing Jon Jones at...

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2024/11/11

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan take an intense look at UFC 309's headliner, where reigning heavyweight champion Jon Jones faces the man with the record for most UFC heavyweight title defenses, Stipe Miocic, including why previews of this matchup have been unfairly dismissive.What comes next if Jones wins? Should it be Tom Aspinall or Alex Pereira? What kind of chaos would ensue of Miocic can pull off the upset? Plus, there are some other intriguing fights, as well, and Eric and John

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15:05

Jason Knight ‘last of a dying breed,’ wants big...

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2024/11/07

Nine-time UFC veteran has long been known as one of the most exciting athletes in combat sport, and he returns to action next at Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA 9, which takes place Friday, November 15, from Biloxi’s Mississippi Coast Coliseum and streams live on the Gamebred Bareknuckle MMA YouTube channel.“The Kid” joined Grind City Media’s John Morgan to preview the matchup, discuss a challenging road in his post-UFC career, explain why he continues to fight despite working full-time, as well, and much

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61:01

Brandon Moreno looks spectacular; Jon Jones vs. Stipe...

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2024/11/04

On this episode, Eric McMahon and Jon Jones look back at UFC Fight Night 246 and Brandon Moreno’s spectacular performance. Is a title shot next, or perhaps a No. 1 contender title eliminator fight?Erin Blanchfield gets the biggest win of her career, taking out former champ “Thug” Rose Namajunas. It’s only two weeks until UFC 309 at Madison Square Garden, and what could really be on the line in the main event? All this and more.0:00 – From CFFC Match Day to FURY Professional Grappling2:30 – Measuring

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71:14

UFC 308: Ilia Topuria thrills, Khamzat Chimaev rolls,...

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2024/10/28

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at the undisputed, undefeated Ilia Topuria and his spectacular knockout of Max Holloway. How high is the ceiling for Topuria, and is Holloway’s next move back to 155 pounds?Khamzat Chimaev dispatches of Robert Whittaker in round 1 of their co-main event scrap. Will Chimaev get the next crack at the UFC middleweight title, and does Dricus Du Plessis have the secret sauce to take Chimaev’s “0” away? All this and more.0:00 – UFC 308 delivered on

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12:30

Frankie Edgar previews UFC 308, Iron Army Academy...

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2024/10/23

UFC Hall of Famer Frankie Edgar joined Grind City Media’s John Morgan to discuss life as a UFC Hall of Famer, his growing gym at Iron Army Academy and a weekend celebration, preview this weekend’s UFC 308 headliner, look ahead to Division I college wrestling visiting New Jersey on November 17, and more.0:00 – Joining the UFC Hall of Fame1:58 – Champ and the Tramp Podcast3:51 – Growing the Iron Army Academy and the value of martial arts6:04 – Previewing the opening celebration on Saturday, October

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67:04

Francis Ngannou heroic in PFL win; UFC 308 preview...

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2024/10/21

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at the incredible scenes that unfolded at “PFL: Battle of the Giants,” including a powerfully emotional win for Francis Ngannou over Renan Ferreira in Saudi Arabia. The two also discuss where Cris Cyborg stands in the all-time GOAT talk, before it’s time to begin looking forward to Saturday’s UFC 308 event in Abu Dhabi.Can Ilia Topuria retain his featherweight title over the legendary Max Holloway? Is Robert Whittaker the man to finally derail

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18:24

Champ Belal Muhammad not defending against Shavkat...

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2024/10/18

UFC welterweight champion Belal Muhammad is set to face undefeated Shavkat Rakhmonov at UFC 310 on December 7 at T-Mobile Arena in Las Vegas. With that main event announced this week, Muhammad joins Grind City Media’s John Morgan to talk life since winning the belt in July, his willingness to take on an undefeated challenger, the success of Chicago’s Valle Flow Striking Academy, his plans to get on an Alex Pereira schedule of fighting, and more.0:00 – Hanging out with Jelly Roll in Chicago2:07 –

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57:19

Brandon Royval makes case for belt, Francis Ngannou...

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2024/10/14

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan recap an incredible performance from Brandon Royval and discuss what it means for the UFC’s flyweight division. How far did Tatsuro Taira’s stock fall in defeat?Additionally, the two look ahead to this weekend’s big PFL pay-per-view, where Francis Ngannou finally returns to the cage to take on Renan Ferreira. Are the betting lines for this one a little shocking?We’re also just a little more than a week away from Ilia Topuria vs. Max Holloway and Robert

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47:45

UFC 307 highlights: Alex Pereira batters Khalil...

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2024/10/07

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan break down UFC 307 from Salt Lake City Utah, where Alex Pereira retained his light heavyweight title in fun fight vs. Khalil Rountree Jr. Is “Poatan” now in the conversation for best combat sports athlete of all time? Also, who is next for Pereira? Could he challenge either Jon Jones or Tom Aspinall for the heavyweight title? Julianna Peña takes a controversial decision over Raquel Pennington, but the guys both agree it wasn’t a robbery. All this and

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10:38

Kayla Harrison: Julianna Peña ‘going to find...

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2024/10/07

Two-time Olympic gold medalist, two-time PFL champion, and current top-ranked UFC contender Kayla Harrison joined Grind City Media’s John Morgan to recap her hard-fought win over Ketlen Vieira at UFC 307, react to Julianna Peña’s razor-thin win over Raquel Pennington to claim the UFC women’s bantamweight title, as well as Peña’s post-fight callout of Amanda Nunes, and more.Harrison makes it clear she wants to fight for a title next, but she’s not yet convinced that champ Peña is going to be quite so

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9:39

Renato Moicano on Benoit Saint Denis, Conor McGregor,...

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2024/09/24

Renato “Money” Moicano, the UFC’s No. 11-ranked lightweight contender, spoke to Grind City Media’s John Morgan ahead of his headlining bout Saturday’s UFC Paris event, which streams live on ESPN+.Moicano previews his main event matchup with No. 12 Benoit Saint Denis – where he’ll be playing the role of villain against a French opponent – and looks to the future, as well, which he hopes included a year-end trip to Las Vegas for UFC 310.0:00 – Launching the Paris takeover1:35 – Breaking down Benoit

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62:55

UFC Paris preview; Khalil Rountree Jr. disrespected...

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2024/09/24

On this episode, John Morgan takes us back to the chaos from this past weekend’s CFFC 135 main event in Tampa, Florida. The guys look ahead to the matchup between Renato Moicano and Benoit Saint Denis from Paris, France. Meanwhile, is everyone overlooking Khalil Rountree Jr. when he takes on Alex Pereira at UFC 307, or is Eric McMahon crazy for calling this a pick ’em? All this and more ...Timecodes0:00 – Introduction0:48 – Breaking down a chaotic ending at CFFC 1359:22 – Giving Joey Ruquet his

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14:44

BKFC boss David Feldman: DAZN partnership ‘another...

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2024/09/19

Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship Founder and President David Feldman spoke with Grind City Media’s John Morgan to lay out the plans for the organization’s new partnership with DAZN, preview the promotion’s upcoming blockbuster event in Spain, discuss Conor McGregor’s role in bringing an entire concert as an after-party, tease a year-end spectacular in Philadelphia, and much more.0:00 – Taking “another step towards true mainstream-ness” with DAZN2:58 – BKFC in an outdoor bullfighting stadium – and

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63:52

UFC 306: Sean O’Malley drops his strap to Merab...

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2024/09/16

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at the spectacle that was “UFC 306 at Riyadh Season Noche UFC” at Sphere Las Vegas. Merab Dvalishvili dominates “Suga” Sean O’Malley en route to a unanimous decision victory. Valentina Shevchenko leaves no doubt of who is the queen of the flyweight division. Diego Lopes gets his signature victory to date, dispatching Brian Ortega. What’s next for Lopes? All this and more.0:00 – Introduction1:01 – Did the UFC deliver at Sphere Las Vegas?7:15 –

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60:17

UFC 306 preview: Sean O’Malley headlines Sphere Las...

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2024/09/09

On this episode, Eric McMahon and John Morgan look back at “Bellator Champions Series: San Diego” from this past weekend and wonder where Usman Nurmagomedov would fit in amongst the best in the UFC lightweight division before recapping UFC Fight Night 242, and Sean Brady’s big win. Then, it’s UFC 306 fight week!Can Sean O’Malley use his footwork and reach to keep “The Machine,” Merab Dvalishvili, at bay or will the pace and cardio be to much for the “Suga” show? Is third time the charm for former

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15:27

Dana White on Noche UFC: “Does it work? Is it great?...

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2024/09/08

UFC CEO and President Dana White spoke to Grind City Media’s John Morgan ahead of Riyadh Season Noche UFC, formerly known as “UFC 306: O’Malley vs. Dvalishvili,” where the promotion is planning a one-of-a-kind event at the technological marvel known as Sphere Las Vegas.White discusses the challenge of not only producing the event in the building, but also for an ESPN+ pay-per-view audience. He also discusses what it means for Canelo Alvarez to be facing Edgar Berlanga the same night in Las Vegas at

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15:53

Jorge Masvidal: UFC return against Conor McGregor,...

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2024/09/04

Combat sports legend and the UFC’s original BMF champion Jorge Masvidal spoke with Grind City Media’s John Morgan about his July boxing match with Nate Diaz, his planned return to the UFC and ideas of potential matchups, some big matchup possibilities for his training partners at American Top Team, and much more.0:00 – “I know the judges got it wrong” against Nate Diaz2:38 – Masvidal pleads the Fifth?3:16 – “Definitely, 100 percent back to MMA” late 2024 or early 20254:12 – Breaking down Belal

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