MMA Junkie
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The video and audio hub for one of the world's leading mixed martial arts news outlets, featuring daily fighter interviews and event coverage.
A daily firehose of MMA content for serious fans, published by a team of credentialed journalists. The channel mixes standard pre-fight interviews and event footage (weigh-ins, faceoffs) with its flagship 'MMA Junkie Radio' show, a more conversational, multi-host talk format broadcast from Las Vegas. It serves as the official video and podcast feed for the mmajunkie.usatoday.com news site.
“MMA Junkie's primary distinction is its affiliation with a major news organization, USA TODAY, lending it journalistic credibility and resources. Its sheer volume of daily content and the longevity of its radio show, which has been broadcasting for over a decade, set it apart from independent creators.”
Who hosts this show
Launched in 2006, MMA Junkie is a leading mixed martial arts (MMA) news source covering the UFC, PFL, ONE, and other combat sports. Proudly part of the USA TODAY network, its content includes exclusive interviews, press conferences, weigh-ins, and fight analysis. The brand also produces MMA Junkie Radio, a long-running show and podcast.
Credentials & credits
- Part of the USA TODAY Network
- Five-time World MMA Awards “Best Media Source” winner
- Mike Bohn, Senior Reporter
- John Morgan, Lead Staff Reporter and World MMA Award winner
- George "Gorgeous" Garcia, Radio Host
- Brian "Goze" Garcia, Radio Host
What kind of podcast
- Country
- United States
- Region
- usa
When new episodes drop
- 01UFC Baku full card final faceoffs: Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel TorresJun 26, 2026 · 3 min
- 02
- 03
- 04Alfie Davis explains where Usman Nurmagomedov fight went wrong | PFL San DiegoJun 25, 2026 · 11 min
- 05Manuel Torres says he'll be contender for Justin Gaethje's title with UFC Baku winJun 23, 2026 · 13 min
- 06A.J. McKee: Fight IQ key to beating Salamat Isbulaev at PFL San DiegoJun 23, 2026 · 14 min
- 07Diego Lopes likes idea of shifting weight classes – and says UFC likes it, tooJun 23, 2026 · 17 min
- 08Rafael Fiziev 'super motivated' by Justin Gaethje's title win | UFC BakuJun 22, 2026 · 11 min
Notable episodes
- 01Merab Dvalishvili will wait for UFC trilogy vs. Petr Yan – no matter how long it takes
A good example of the conversational, long-form 'MMA Junkie Radio' format, covering a wide range of topics from wrestling to divisional history.
- 02Nazim Sadykhov on UFC Baku return, Matheus Camilo fight and lightweight aspirations
Showcases the typical one-on-one pre-fight interview style—direct, informative, and focused on the upcoming bout.
- 03UFC Baku full card final faceoffs: Rafael Fiziev vs. Manuel Torres
Demonstrates the channel's event-based coverage, presenting raw, high-stakes footage from official UFC proceedings.
What you'll be asked on this show
The interview approach varies by host and format. Standard one-on-one interviews, often conducted by reporters like Mike Bohn, follow a direct, journalistic style. They open by establishing the context of the upcoming fight and proceed with pointed questions about the opponent, training camp, and career strategy. The 'MMA Junkie Radio' format with hosts George and Brian Garcia is more of a flowing conversation. They open with broader questions about the significance of an event before weaving in personal anecdotes, inside jokes, and questions about the guest's mindset and opinions on the sport's history, like asking for their 'Mount Rushmore' of a division. [j40MpotbeFw]
The channel employs multiple formats. One-on-one interviews are typically direct, pre-fight media Q&As led by reporters like Mike Bohn or Jero Guerra. The 'MMA Junkie Radio' segments, hosted by George and Brian Garcia, are more relaxed, conversational, and feature co-host banter. Other videos are purely observational, presenting raw footage from press conferences or weigh-ins without commentary.
Questions MMA Junkie keeps coming back to
9 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when MMA Junkie reaches for it.
process
2- Q.01
“What are your thoughts on the matchup with your opponent?”
This is a standard opening question to get the fighter's technical analysis of their upcoming bout.
- Q.02
“How has life been for you at the new gym / with new management?”
This question shifts focus to the fighter's support system and training environment.
personal
2- Q.01
“What does it mean for you to go back and fight in [your home country/city]?”
The hosts often probe the personal and emotional significance of fighting in a specific location.
- Q.02
“Since your opponent also trains in Vegas, have you ever run into him?”
This explores potential personal history or familiarity between local fighters.
mindset
2- Q.01
“What's the biggest lesson from your last fight that you'll apply to this one?”
This question is used to understand how a fighter learns and adapts from past performances, especially losses.
- Q.02
“Do you feel more pressure to perform well because [of the location/stakes]?”
A recurring question to gauge a fighter's mental state and how they handle external expectations.
craft
1- Q.01
“Who do you think is the greatest bantamweight ever, or what is your Mount Rushmore?”
In more conversational interviews, this question is used to get the guest's historical perspective on their division.
future
2- Q.01
“Is there a limit to how long you'll wait for [a specific opponent]?”
A direct question to understand a fighter's career strategy and patience regarding specific future matchups.
- Q.02
“How do you feel about headlining this event?”
A common opening question for main event fighters to discuss the significance of their position on the card.
Signature segments
- · MMA Junkie Radio
- · Final Faceoffs
- · Pre-fight Interviews
- · Junkie Nation
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show books active professional MMA fighters from top-tier promotions like the UFC and PFL. Guests range from up-and-coming prospects making their name to established contenders, champions, and main event headliners.
- Merab Dvalishvilion Merab Dvalishvili will wait for UFC trilogy vs. Petr Yan – no matter how long it takes
- Nazim Sadykhovon Nazim Sadykhov on UFC Baku return, Matheus Camilo fight and lightweight aspirations
- Alfie Davison Alfie Davis explains where Usman Nurmagomedov fight went wrong | PFL San Diego
- Manuel Torreson Manuel Torres says he'll be contender for Justin Gaethje's title with UFC Baku win
- A.J. McKeeon A.J. McKee: Fight IQ key to beating Salamat Isbulaev at PFL San Diego
- Diego Lopeson Diego Lopes likes idea of shifting weight classes – and says UFC likes it, too
- Rafael Fizievon Rafael Fiziev 'super motivated' by Justin Gaethje's title win | UFC Baku
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
The channel is part of the Gannett/USA TODAY network, which is its core business structure. It has a content partnership with the UFC, often using their official footage. On-air sponsorships for products like HYDRATE and KNOX have been observed in some content.
Subscriber and view counts are pulled live from YouTube and re-verified on a 30-day cycle. Listener estimates for the RSS feed aren't published here unless they're host-verified.
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People also ask
- Who are the main hosts and reporters?
- The on-air team includes radio hosts George Garcia and Brian Garcia, and reporters like Mike Bohn, John Morgan, and Jero Guerra.
- Is MMA Junkie still active?
- Yes, the channel and its associated website publish multiple new pieces of content daily.
- What is the format of the show?
- It's a mix of formats: one-on-one fighter interviews, a conversational daily radio show/podcast, and raw footage from events like weigh-ins and press conferences.
- Which MMA promotions do they cover?
- They provide extensive coverage of the UFC, PFL, and ONE Championship, as well as other notable combat sports events.
- Where can I watch or listen?
- Full video episodes are on the MMA Junkie YouTube channel, with the radio show also available as a podcast on platforms like Apple Podcasts. The primary news source is mmajunkie.usatoday.com.
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- [02]Mike Bohn's Profile | USA Today, Rolling Stone, MMA Junkie Journalist - Muck Rackmuckrack.com
- [03]John Morgan (mixed martial arts journalist) - Wikipediaen.wikipedia.org
- [04]MMA Junkie Radio - Apple Podcastspodcasts.apple.com
- [05]MMA Junkie Radio LIVE with Special Guests! | Milestone Episode #3500youtube.com
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