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UFC Hall Of Famer Daniel Cormier gives his raw instant reaction to the biggest UFC fights. Plus, DC is joined by other big-name fighters to talk all things MMA. 

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    The Daniel Cormier Show - DC explains how X account was hacked at UFC Freedom 250 with fake Eric Trump DMs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 15:47 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK, this time after what was an incredible UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House. On Sunday, DC's X (formerly Twitter) account was hacked, and he speaks on what exactly happened that night. Cormier explains that the screenshots of the direct messages between him and Eric Trump are not true, and the two of them had never spoken until that night at the event. Plus, DC speaks on Josh Hokit's remark about Michelle Obama, and why that had no place in the event on Sunday. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier explains how X account was hacked at UFC Freedom 250 with fake Eric Trump DMs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 18, 2026 15:47 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK, this time after what was an incredible UFC Freedom 250 event at the White House. On Sunday, DC's X (formerly Twitter) account was hacked, and he speaks on what exactly happened that night. Cormier explains that the screenshots of the direct messages between him and Eric Trump are not true, and the two of them had never spoken until that night at the event. Plus, DC speaks on Josh Hokit's remark about Michelle Obama, and why that had no place in the event on Sunday. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sean O'Malley says Zahabi is PERFECT MATCUP for EPIC KNOCKOUT at White House

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 10:32 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier is joined by Sean O’Malley ahead of his fight against Aiemann Zahabi at UFC Freedom 250 at the White House. Suga Sean talks about how this is a PERFECT matchup for him to deliver a LEGENDARY KNOCKOUT on the White House lawn. Sean is coming off a win over Song Yadong, and looking to get back to a title shot after losing his belt to Merab Dvalishvili. Sean is the American with the best odds to win on Sunday night, and he talks about whether he feels pressure to perform not only for himself, but for his country. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Justin Gaethje INSANE KO vs. Ilia Topuria: “GREATEST NIGHT in UFC history”

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 12:02 Transcription Available


    Justin Gaethje KNOCKED OUT Ilia Topuria in the main event of UFC Freedom 250 at the White House in Washington D.C. and Daniel Cormier IS AT THE OCTAGON to give you his instant reaction to the fights. The historic fights also included Ciryl Gane knocking out Alex Pereira in his attempt to be a three-division champ, Sean O'Malley getting a walk-off KO against Aiemann Zahabi, and Josh Hokit finishing Derrick Lewis. Plus, DC gives his take on Mauricio Ruffy, Diego Lopes, and Bo Nickal all getting dominant wins over Michael Chandler, Steve Garcia, and Kyle Daukas. Hear why Cormier calls this historic event at the nation's capital THE GREATEST MMA event ever. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Justin Gaethje CALLS OUT Ilia Topuria on TRASH TALK before White House TITLE FIGHT

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2026 15:50 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier is joined by Justin Gaethje ahead of his MASSIVE UFC Freedom 250 MAIN EVENT against Ilia Topuria for the Lightweight title. Justin talks about TALKING TRASH to Ilia over the last couple weeks, including comments about his ex-wife, as well as what it would mean to win the belt at the White House. Justin comments on the growing beef with UFC Middleweight champion Sean Strickland, and how everything he says gets taken out of context. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ilia Topuria GUARANTEES Justin Gaethje KO in FIRST TWO MINUTES at UFC Freedom 250

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 12, 2026 16:57 Transcription Available


    Ilia Topuria IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series, this time ahead of his main-event, championship fight against Justin Gaethje at UFC Freedom 250 in Washington D.C., in what will be one of the biggest fights in MMA history! Ilia talks about his knockouts of Charles Oliveira, Max Holloway, and Alexander Volkanovski and what it felt like to be on that historic win streak. Then he gives his thoughts on Justin's win over Paddy Pimblett and calls out the level of skill the two showed in that fight. And don't miss how he thinks the fight will play out, and why he's doubling down on KNOCKING OUT Gaethje in this historic fight on the White House lawn. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Ciryl Gane on Alex Pereira title fight at White House, Tom Aspinall rematch

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 13:15 Transcription Available


    Ciryl Gane IS BACK on the Daniel Cormier Check-In series ahead of his massive heavyweight title fight against Alex Pereira at UFC Freedom 250 in Washington D.C. at the White House. Ciryl talks to DC about the prior fight against Tom Aspinall and what he plans to take from it. Gane breaks down Alex's fighting style, and talks about what it would mean to beat Poatan, after Dana White said Pereira would become UFC GOAT with a win over Ciryl. And don't miss DC challenge Ciryl to both a 1-on-1 basketball game AND golf match on this special edition of the DC Check-In from the nation's capital! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier says Jon Jones WILL NOT WRESTLE HIM: "He knows he'll lose 10-0"

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 11:58 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK, this time with his name being the big headline in MMA as it was revealed Thursday that him and Jon Jones are planning a future wrestling match. DC speaks on the negotiations that are being had between the two sides, and why there has been no official match announced yet. Plus, Cormier also reveals that Jones WILL NOT WRESTLE HIM in a wrestling points system. Hear why Jon wants to avoid a wrestling match with a point system, and why DC is ALL IN on a wrestling match with Jones. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Justin Gaethje TAKING SHOTS AT Ilia Topuria before White House title fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2026 13:11 Transcription Available


    Justin Gaethje called out Ilia Topuria in the media, saying he "would leave him too" if he was Ilia's ex wife. Things have gotten personal and Daniel Cormier IS BACK to give his take on the build up to the championship fight set to main event the UFC's historic White House card next week! DC argues that this is exactly what this fight needs, and why the matchups on this card including Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane and Derrick Lewis vs. Josh Hokit have also gotten more momentum in the recent weeks. Don't miss DC break down the latest between Gaethje and Ilia, and next week's UFC Freedom 250! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Chad Johnson on fighting Adesanya & McGregor in UFC, Nightcap, CRAZY NFL career

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2026 52:21 Transcription Available


    In the NEWEST episode of the DC show with Daniel Cormier, we're joined by none other than sports media personality and former NFL superstar, Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson! Chad and DC get into his upbringing and how his mother and grandmother helped him realize his goal of making the NFL when it seemed improbable at times. Plus, Johnson talks about his illustrious NFL career as one of the top wide receivers in the sport with the Cincinnati Bengals, and why he has NO REGRETS over all the fines and touchdown celebrations looking back on it all. And hear some incredible stories of Chad dealing with the league when he was fined! Also, don't miss DC and Chad talk Nightcap with Shannon Sharpe and Joe Johnson, his boxing career, dreams of fighting in the UFC against Israel Adesanya and Conor McGregor, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Carlos Prates on fighting Islam Makhachev vs. Ian Garry winner, BRUTAL TKO vs. JDM

    Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2026 22:36 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK, this time with a special DC check-in interview with UFC superstar Carlos Prates! Carlos and DC go into detail on the BRUTAL knockout win vs. Jack Della Maddalena and he reveals what he told JDM when he took him down. Prates also reflects on where he stands in the division, and tells DC he will fight the winner of Ian Garry and Islam Makhachev but is also willing to be a backup fighter for that fight. Plus, get Carlos' take on which fighter he wants next, and why Islam probably thinks he's the easiest fight of any of the top contenders! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Conor McGregor OFFICIALLY making UFC RETURN vs. Max Holloway

    Play Episode Listen Later May 23, 2026 17:41 Transcription Available


    Max Holloway vs. Conor McGregor 2 is officially the MAIN EVENT of International Fight Week, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK to give his reaction to this major news in the UFC. DC says HE KNEW this fight was going down after having spoke to Holloway several months prior, and insists that losing the BMF title to Charles Oliveira got him closer to this opportunity. Despite many MMA fans and analysts thinking Conor was done with MMA, McGregor officially makes his comeback to the octagon July 11th. DC also argues that Nate Diaz would've been the better fight for Conor, with the Holloway fight coming with a lot more challenges for the former double champ. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren REACT to Ronda Rousey SUBMITTING Gina Carano, WILD Francis KO, Nate Diaz

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2026 23:16 Transcription Available


    Ronda Rousey submitted Gina Carano in just 17 SECONDS to win by an armbar submission in Netflix's MVP MMA card's main event. Friend of the show Ben Askren joins Daniel Cormier in breaking down the Ronda-Gina fight, and giving their reaction to the rest of the card! The guys are adamant that Francis Ngannou needs a more challenging opponent after knocking out Philipe Lins in the first round, despite being 39 years old. Also, the guys talk about Mike Perry's brutal TKO win vs. Nate Diaz and Nate's vintage post-fight rant after the loss. And don't miss the guys break down the card and compare the Netflix and Jake Paul MVP product to the UFC's. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Francis Ngannou on Philipe Lins, leaving UFC, Anthony Joshua fight, losing his son

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2026 68:27 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK with the DC Show, this time the champ sits down with MMA superstar Francis Ngannou ahead of his fight against Philipe Lins on Saturday's Netflix MVP card. DC talks to the former UFC heavyweight champion about his CRAZY JOURNEY from Cameroon to France as a young man, and what it took to get to Paris 14 months later. Ngannou talks about his upbringing in Cameroon, and why he had to work in sand mines at just nine years old. DC and Francis go through his MMA journey and how transitioned from boxing into MMA and then eventually become a UFC champion. Francis also talks about the tragedy of losing his son Kobe, and how both DC and Francis have dealt with losing children. And don't miss Cormier and Ngannou talk about his Tyson Fury and Anthony Joshua boxing fights and the reason why he decided to leave the UFC for the PFL. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Sean Strickland BEATING Khamzat Chimaev, Joshua Van TKO vs. Taira

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2026 11:21 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK, live from octagon side at UFC 328 after Sean Strickland SHOCKED THE MMA WORLD with a decision win over Khamzat Chimaev to reclaim the UFC middleweight championship. DC breaks down Sean's performance and what the victory means for him and Khamzat going forward. Cormier also talks Joshua Van's impressive TKO victory over Tatsuro Taira. DC goes in on why Van's win was so important in his quest to continue to defend the title. Plus, hear Cormier talk King Green's submission vs. Jeremy Stephens, Sean Brady's dominant performance vs. Joaquin Buckley, Jim Miller getting another win, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joshua Van on BEATING Tatsuro Taira, Sean-Khamzat, Jon Jones' record

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 14:03 Transcription Available


    Joshua Van IS BACK on the DC Check-In series after beating Alexandre Pantoja and now, at UFC 328 in Newark, defending his championship against Tatsuro Taira! Daniel Cormier sits down with the champ and discusses the controversial finish vs. Pantoja, and how life has been with the belt. Van talks about having wanted to beat Jon Jones' record for youngest champion in UFC history, and why he feels like he's still motivated to defend his title despite getting to the top of the sport. Josh gives his take on the Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev beef, not wrestling until getting to the UFC, his matchup against Taira, and much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Joaquin Buckley on Islam Makhachev comments, Sean Brady fight, Prates TKO

    Play Episode Listen Later May 9, 2026 19:37 Transcription Available


    Joaquin Buckley IS BACK with Daniel Cormier on the Check-In series, this time ahead of a MASSIVE FIGHT against Sean Brady that has the potential to propel Buck into the title fight conversation. Buckley doubles down on his comments this week on Islam Makhachev getting an easy title fight against Jack Della Maddalena, and explains why it's no shade to the champion. Joaquin says he'd ready for the title fight, but is also ready to fight Michael Morales, Carlos Prates, Ian Garry, and any top contender in the division. Buck also talks about connecting with Kamaru Usman after the loss he took to him, and learning from him to better complete his fight game. Hear Buckley give his take on his fight with Sean Brady, what he made of Prates' huge win last weekend, Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev's beef, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to INSANE Khamzat Chimaev & Sean Strickland BEEF ahead of UFC 328

    Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2026 13:57 Transcription Available


    Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev are set to fight at UFC 328 in Newark in the main event and there is VERY BAD BLOOD between these two ahead of their championship fight. DC gives his take on the extra security for both Khamzat and Sean, and his scoop on what is going down between the two sides. Don't miss Cormier talk about their massive fight this weekend, the craziness in the buildup to Saturday, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Carlos Prates BRUTAL TKO win vs. Jack Della Maddalena at UFC Perth

    Play Episode Listen Later May 4, 2026 10:51 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK after what was a CRAZY Carlos Prates TKO victory over Jack Della Maddalena in Perth, Australia! After racking up wins against two former champs in Leon Edwards and now JDM, DC feels like Prates deserves a title shot right now. If Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry are the next title fight in the division, DC says Prates has done enough to earn that next title shot, even if he does not fight Michael Morales. Hear Cormier's breakdown of the fight, who's next for Prates, and what's going down atop the division! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Daniel Cormier Show - Carlos Ulberg on Jiri Prochazka "showing mercy," ACL injury, Alex Pereira fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2026 36:55 Transcription Available


    Carlos Ulberg, the UFC's new light heavyweight champion after his knockout win vs. Jiri Prochazka, makes HIS DEBUT on the Daniel Cormier show! Ulberg talks about his upbringing in New Zealand and how being in foster care during his childhood helped shape the man and champion he is today. The champ gets into the viral comments made by Jiri Prochazka following the title fight at UFC 327 in Miami, and why he wasn't in his right state of mind when he called him out and said he "showed mercy." Carlos also reveals why he ended his rugby career short and eventually decided he'd take on fighting full time. And don't miss Ulberg talk about a potential fight with Alex Pereira, his ACL injury and the rehab process, and so much more! #Volume #herdSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jacob Fatu on CRAZY WIN vs. Drew McIntyre at WRESTLEMANIA 42, becoming WWE STAR

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 21, 2026 23:43 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier is joined by WWE SUPERSTAR Jacob Fatu ahead of his WrestleMania match with Drew McIntyre where he talks about WrestleMania 42 ahead of his match with Drew McIntyre. Fatu talks about the struggle of going through the independent ranks before being signed to the WWE, and how he gets emotional from just thinking about his journey. Fatu talks about how wrestling has changed his life, as well as talks about still feeling star struck when meeting WWE legends like Roman Reigns. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier WARNS Arman Tsarukyan to not blow title shot + What Holloway told DC about McGregor

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 18, 2026 13:33 Transcription Available


    Arman Tsarukyan got KICKED OFF his flight, and Max Holloway told DC he wants Conor McGregor, so Daniel Cormier IS BACK with his instant reaction to the biggest storylines in the UFC and MMA. DC warns Arman Tsarukyan to NOT MESS UP his title shot in the UFC, as many project he'll face the winner of the Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria championship fight at the White House. Arman was recently kicked off a flight for using his phone during takeoff, as this is yet another mishap in Tsarukyan's step towards a title. Cormier also shares that he had a conversation with Max Holloway recently, and that he's fully set on fighting Conor McGregor next after losing the BMF title fight to Charles Oliveira. Don't miss DC give his take on Max fighting Conor next, Arman's antics outside the octagon, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Colby Covington on White House card, Kamaru Usman & Jorge Masvidal, UFC VILLAN

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2026 48:08 Transcription Available


    Colby Covington officially makes his DEBUT on the Daniel Cormier SHOW! Colby goes in on being left off the White House card, and details his rivalries between him and UFC superstars Jorge Masvidal and Kamaru Usman. Covington also discusses his time in collegiate wrestling and how he became one of the best wrestlers in the country. Colby then reveals to DC that he was roommates with Jon Jones in college and talks about how it was to live with him. And don't miss Covington's thoughts on the White House card, President Donald Trump, the Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria fight, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Carlos Ulberg KNOCKING OUT Jiri Prochazka, Josh Hokit's INSANE fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2026 11:19 Transcription Available


    Carlos Ulberg KNOCKED OUT Jiri Prochazka in one of the craziest finishes of the year, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK live from the octagon in Miami, Florida after UFC 327! Cormier breaks down Ulberg's massive victory and reacts to him becoming the NEW light heavyweight champion. Plus, DC breaks down two incredible fights: Paolo Costa getting a TKO win vs. Azamat Murzakanov and Josh Hokie beating Curtis Blaydes in an INCREDIBLE fight that went to a decision. And don't miss DC's take on the Josh Hokit vs. Derrick Lewis fight on the White House card, the reveal of what the octagon will look like in Washington D.C., and all the exciting fights that went down at UFC 327 in Miami! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Carlos Ulberg on beating Jiri Prochazka at UFC 327, DISMISSES DC & major critics

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 10, 2026 17:52 Transcription Available


    Carlos Ulberg makes his DEBUT on the DC Check-In with Daniel Cormier ahead of his TITLE FIGHT at UFC 327 in Miami against light heavyweight superstar Jiri Prochazka. Ulberg addresses DC's public criticism of him early in his career and questions why people like Cormier made those critiques. Plus, Carlos talks about the transition from Rugby to fighting and why he knew this was his path. And don't miss DC and Ulberg break down the fight against Prochazka, Carlos' career to this point, Alex Pereira moving to heavyweight, putting milk in tea, and much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Jiri Prochazka on FINISHING Carlos Ulberg to win title, Josh Hokit altercation

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2026 18:24 Transcription Available


    Jiri Prochazka IS BACK with Daniel Cormier on the DC Check-In series, this time ahead of a MASSIVE FIGHT against Carlos Ulberg for the UFC's vacant light heavyweight championship following Alex Pereira's move to heavyweight. Jiri reveals why him and Josh Hokit got into it at media day. Plus, Prochazka breaks down Ulberg and calls him a "systematic fighter" that may have trouble with the power he brings. Plus, Jiri tells DC why he is always looking for finishes in his fights. And don't miss Cormier CALL OUT Prochazka for wearing two watches at the same time! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier CLAPS BACK at Nate Diaz for callout on Theo Von's podcast: "You're AVERAGE!"

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2026 17:10 Transcription Available


    Nate Diaz went on Theo Von's podcast, ‘This Past Weekend,’ and called out DC in his appearance, and Daniel Cormier is here to give his take on the viral clip. DC speaks on Nate's career and why it "doesn't compare" to the likes of Cormier's. Plus, DC addresses the money talk from Diaz, and why it's irrelevant today. And don't miss Cormier break down their fight resumes, calling Nate's career "AVERAGE." #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Joe Pyfer TKO vs. Israel Adesanya, Alexa Grasso INSANE KO vs. Maycee Barber

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2026 12:36 Transcription Available


    Israel Adesanya got FINISHING by Joe Pyfer in an incredible night of UFC fights from Seattle, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another post-fight reaction live from the octagon! DC reacts to Izzy's TKO loss to Pyfer and BELIEVES Adesanya when he says he's not done with the sport of MMA and his career in the UFC. Plus, DC gives his take on Pyfer's win and why this victory gets him straight into the championship conversation. And don't miss Cormier discuss Alexa Grasso's CRAZY knockout and submission of Maycee Barber and what it was like to witness that in person. DC says that Grasso's finish was not only the finish of the year, but one of the most impressive finishes he's EVER SEEN in his time in the UFC. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren on Ngannou & Rousey CARD REVEALED, Colby Covington, DC's INSANE theory

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 27, 2026 40:33 Transcription Available


    Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier for another edition of Funky and the Champ, this time fresh off of Jake Paul's MVP Promotions announcing their May 16 Netflix fight card that features Ronda Rousey, Francis Ngannou, and Nate Diaz. Askren and Cormier also get into Colby Covington speaking out against fighter pay, and DC talks about exactly why his comments on the video game payouts weren't valid. Plus, don't miss DC's INSANE THEORY on being able to be good at anything he does including his false statement about beating Ben Askren in a disc golf competition. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Cory Sandhagen on Sean O'Malley callout, Aljo & Merab losses, pursuit of UFC title

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 25, 2026 54:22 Transcription Available


    DC is BACK with another edition of the Daniel Cormier Show, this time featuring one of the most talented bantamweights in the UFC today, Cory Sandhagen. Cory talks about his upbringing in Colorado, and switching from basketball to fighting in his later teenage years. DC and Sandhagen also go back and look at his UFC career and the tough losses he had to take to Aljamain Sterling and Merab Dvalishvili in hopes to obtain a UFC championship. Plus, Cory dives into his callout of Sean O'Malley and why he feels he is deserving of that White House fight against Suga. Plus, check out Sandhagen talk about his journey to the UFC, and how his mental approach to the sport is so different than most people in the fight game. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier CAN'T WAIT for Nate Diaz vs. Mike Perry fight on Francis Ngannou & Ronda Rousey card

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 20, 2026 13:03 Transcription Available


    Nate Diaz and Mike Perry just got added to the same MVP Netflix card that also features Ronda Rousey and Francis Ngannou, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK to react to the huge announcement. DC GOES IN on the Diaz-Perry fight, and reveals why he's ALL IN on this five-round fight at 170 pounds. Despite the star power between both Rousey and Ngannou, Cormier explains why Perry vs. Diaz is the fight to watch. And don't miss Cormier give his take on Perry's dominance in Bare Knuckle and why that'll play a factor in the MMA fight against the former UFC superstar Nate Diaz. All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland title fight announcement for UFC 328

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 14, 2026 13:22 Transcription Available


    Dana White went LIVE Thursday to announce nine different fights, with the biggest of them all being Khamzat Chimaev vs. Sean Strickland at UFC 328 in Newark, New Jersey for the UFC's middleweight championship! Daniel Cormier gives his take on arguably the FIGHT OF THE YEAR between Chimaev and Strickland, and why their past beef and training camp stories are the fuel this championship fight NEEDS. Plus, don't miss DC break down why he believes Sean should be given his props for how he made this fight happen after an impressive TKO third-round victory vs. Anthony 'Fluffy' Hernandez in Houston, Texas. #Volume See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sean O'Malley on UFC White House card, Cory Sandhagen, Snoop Dogg KO, winning title

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2026 49:12 Transcription Available


    Sean O'Malley joins Daniel Cormier in a brand new episode of the Daniel Cormier Show! DC sits down with “Suga” Sean to talk about his upbringing in Helena, Montana, and why he wanted to become an NFL or NBA player before transitioning into fighting. O'Malley also addresses the Cory Sandhagen CALLOUT and why the UFC White House card is such a massive card. Sean also relives his viral knockout against Alfred Khashakyan and what it was like seeing Snoop Dogg lose his mind calling the fight. And don't miss O'Malley talk his championship moment against Aljamain Sterling, beating Petr Yan, the loss to Marlon “Chito” Vera, and so much more! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren GO IN ON Jon Jones & Dana BEEF, White House card, Masvidal visiting Ben

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 11, 2026 35:20 Transcription Available


    Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier for a brand new episode of Funky and the Champ! Ben and DC give their unfiltered thoughts on Charles Oliveira's dominant performance over Max Holloway and why that fight DID NOT live up to BMF fights of the past. Cormier and Askren dive into the public beef between Jon Jones and Dana White over the newly announced White House card, which will be headlined by Justin Gaethje and Ilia Topuria. In spite of his frustration, hear why DC thinks Jones is being far too affected by the situation. And don't miss the talk about Jorge Masvidal visiting Ben over the weekend, Alex Pereira vs. Ciryl Gane, Sean O'Malley, their new rules for the BMF fights going forward, and so much more! All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Charles Oliveira beating Max Holloway for BMF title, CRAZY White House card

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2026 12:17 Transcription Available


    Charles Oliveira beat Max Holloway in DOMINANT fashion to win the BMF belt and become champion at UFC 326, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK from the OCTAGON to give you his reaction to an incredible night from Las Vegas. DC gives his take on Charles' performance and what's next for both Holloway and Oliveira in the division. And don't miss Cormier give his initial thoughts on the White House card that just dropped which will include: Ilia Topuria, Justin Gaethje, Ciryl Gane, Alex Pereira, and Sean O'Malley! Plus DC gets into Caio Borralho beating Reinier de Ridder, Gregory "RoboCop" Rodrigues' CRAZY KNOCKOUT vs. Brunno Ferreira, Cody Brundage's impressive performance in the loss to Donte Johnson, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    The Daniel Cormier Show - DC REACTS to Francis Ngannou LEAVING PFL, Francis vs. Jon Jones next?

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 7, 2026 11:14 Transcription Available


    Francis Ngannou has OFFICIALLY left the PFL after fighting one fight in the last two years since joining them, and has now become a free agent that could join the UFC! Daniel Cormier gives his reaction to the huge news in MMA, and why Jon Jones vs. Francis Ngannou at the White House could be the perfect fight. Plus, DC discusses Alex Pereira vs. Jon Jones and where Francis fits into the heavyweight picture. All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Max Holloway RESPONDS to Charles Oliveira CALLOUT, Conor McGregor, CRAZY DC story

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 6, 2026 12:41 Transcription Available


    Max Holloway IS READY to fight Charles Oliveira for the BMF Title at UFC 326 in Las Vegas, and he's BACK on another edition of the Daniel Cormier Check-In! Max CLAPS BACK at Charles' comments about Holloway "bluffing" about taking him down and grappling with him. Holloway also talks about their first match, and why although this is a rematch, he can't take anything from the first fight. Plus, Max dives into the Conor McGregor rumors and why he's ALL IN on a fight with the former double champion and UFC legend. And don't miss Max tell some HILARIOUS STORIES about him and DC back in the day. #Herd All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Alex Pereira VACATING light heavyweight title, Jiri vs. Ulberg fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2026 10:46 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK after Dana White made some MAJOR ANNOUNCEMENT Friday, including Alex Pereira vacating his light heavyweight title and Jiri Prochazka and Carlos Ulberg fighting for the vacant belt at UFC 327 in Miami! DC breaks down Pereira's likely move to heavyweight, and why he believes Jon Jones or Ciryl Gane HAVE TO BE the two potential opponents. Plus, Cormier breaks down Prochazka vs. Ulberg's MASSIVE FIGHT ahead. DC wants to know, who do YOU THINK Alex is going to fight next: Gane or Jones? Let us know! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock Bet See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier on WILD Khamzat Chimaev & Sean Strickland BEEF + Chimaev vs. Pereira at 205

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2026 10:47 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another brand new edition of The DC Show, where he talks about Khamzat Chimaev and why the UFC's middleweight champion might be ready for a move to 205 pounds. After seeing viral video of him sparring against both Khalil Rountree and Luke Rockhold, see why Cormier is ALL IN ON Khamzat making that move up to light heavyweight to potentially fight Alex Pereira. Plus, DC gets into the most recent beef between Sean Strickland and Chimaev, and why that fight is on the horizon. #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Sean Strickland's CRAZY TKO win vs. Anthony Hernandez, Khamzat Chimaev next

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2026 10:28 Transcription Available


    Sean Strickland SHOCKED the UFC world with an insane TKO win vs. Anthony "Fluffy" Hernandez in UFC's fight night in Houston, and Daniel Cormier IS BACK to give his take after one of the fights of the year! DC breaks down how Strickland was able to stop Fluffy's takedown attempts, control the fight with his jab, and finally get the stoppage against Hernandez in Round 3. Plus, don't miss Cormier talk about Jacobe Smith's impressive TKO victory, Uros Medic's nasty KO of Geoff Neal, and Strickland's callout of Khamzat Chimaev! #VolumeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier & Ben Askren on White House fights, Jon Jones, Tom Aspinall & UFC heavyweight problem

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 18, 2026 29:36 Transcription Available


    Ben Askren IS BACK with Daniel Cormier to talk all things UFC, MMA, and combat sports! Dana White and the UFC have apparently put together the White House fights, and DC and Ben break down who they think should fight on the legendary card. Plus, hear Askren's WILD THEORY on what the fight card should look like! DC and Askren also discuss Cain Velasquez's release from prison, as well as the problems with the UFC's heavyweight division and why it needs guys like Francis Ngannou, Ciryl Gane, and Tom Aspinall to be more active. And don't miss Ben cracking jokes about Jon Jones being on an Epstein email. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier on Joaquin Buckley & Shakur Stevenson UFC-boxing BEEF, MVP's DISAPPOINTING next fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 14, 2026 13:09 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK to react to Joaquin Buckley and Shakur Stevenson having their PUBLIC BEEF between boxing and the UFC. DC takes Buckley's side, despite their differences in the past. Cormier says he's ALL FOR BUCKLEY talking smack to Stevenson, because today's boxing is NOWHERE NEAR the level of the UFC. Plus, DC gets into Michael Venom Page's next fight against Sam Patterson, going in on why this fight is so strange and unnecessary for MVP's career path in the UFC. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Henry Cejudo on becoming UFC double champion, winning gold medal at Olympics

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 13, 2026 58:32 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK with another episode of the Daniel Cormier Interview, and this time he sits down with one of the most decorated combat sports athletes of all time, Henry "Triple C" Cejudo! DC and Henry reminisce on their time together training and going to the Olympic games, and what it meant for Cejudo to win gold in Beijing. He won at age 21, which at the time made him the youngest American Olympic wrestling champion. Cormier and Cejudo talk about his "cringe" personality in the UFC and why that helped add to his ascension in the sport. And don't miss Henry reflect on his win over Demetrious Johnson, his business endeavors post fighting career, hard times growing up to become the fighter he did, and so much more! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier says Jon Jones HAS NOTHING LEFT after revealing severe arthritis, Gaethje-Topuria

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 11, 2026 12:30 Transcription Available


    Jon Jones made major headlines after getting filmed saying he has severe arthritis he's dealing with. Daniel Cormier IS BACK to give his reaction to the viral video revealing Jon's injuries, and why "it's a sad day" to see Jones is finally doing fighting in the sport. DC GOES IN ON why he thinks there's NO WAY Jones will wrestle him after this news came out, and that we should get ready to now see the end of Jones' career in the UFC. See why Cormier thinks Jon is actually okay with the news coming out, despite his public comments claiming he didn't know he was being filmed. And with Justin Gaethje vs. Ilia Topuria almost certainly headlining the White House, DC gives his take on the future UFC title fight. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Alexander Volkanovski BEATING Diego Lopes, Ruffy & Benoit TKO win

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 2, 2026 11:36 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK octagon side to give you his UFC 325 post-fight reaction to Alexander Volkanovski defeating Diego Lopes in the rematch to retain his championship! DC declares Volk "THE GOAT" of the featherweight division, surpassing Jose Aldo after another dominant victory over Lopes. Cormier also gives his reaction to the Mauricio Ruffy knockout vs. Rafael Fiziev, and Benoit Saint-Denis' impressive TKO win vs. Dan Hooker. And don't miss DC's fighter of the night, and take on the rest of the action-packed fight card from Australia! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Alexander Volkanovski on rematch with Diego Lopes, overcoming Islam & Topuria KOs

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 30, 2026 22:34 Transcription Available


    Alexander Volkanovski MAKES HIS RETURN to the Daniel Cormier Check-In series, this time ahead of his MASSIVE REMATCH against Diego Lopes for the UFC's featherweight championship. After beating Lopes by decision at UFC 314 in April of 2025, Volk reveals that Diego had his chances in the first fight to win by knockout. Hear what Volkanovski has to say about how the second fight will play out, and why if Lopes doesn't make proper adjustments he'll be in danger of getting FINISHED. And don't miss DC and Volk talk about overcoming the Islam Makhachev and Ilia Topuria knockouts, his next moves after this fight, and when they'll collab on a ‘Cooking with Volk’ episode! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Arman Tsarukyan's MESSAGE to Dana White, Islam Makhachev fight, Paddy vs. Justin

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 27, 2026 51:59 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier is OFFICIALLY BACK with the DC Interview show, and we kick off 2026 with none other than the UFC's top lightweight contender, Arman Tsarukyan! DC and Arman get into the controversy behind his back injury and dropping out of the Islam Makhachev fight, his incident with a fan, and the headbutt in his faceoff with Dan Hooker. Cormier and Tsarukyan also talk about his crazy rise to the top of the sport and why he had dreams of playing hockey for a living until he was 17 years old! DC and Arman also get into his problem with Ilia Topuria and why he believes he won't fight him. And don't miss Tsarukyan's message to Dana White and the UFC! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Daniel Cormier REACTS to Justin Gaethje BEATING Paddy Pimblett, Sean O'Malley defeats Song Yadong

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2026 11:38 Transcription Available


    Daniel Cormier IS BACK from octagon side after an incredible main event fight between Justin Gaethje and Paddy Pimblett at UFC 324 to give his post-fight analysis! DC talks about how Gaethje was able to defeat Pimblett and impose his will on the fight from the start. Plus, Cormier gives his flowers to Pimblett, and says DOUBTERS HAVE TO STOP questioning Paddy after a tough, resilient performance for the interim belt. DC also talks Sean O'Malley's win over Song Yadong, and how special the moment was for Suga Sean in hopes to once again be UFC champion. And don't miss Daniel react to Waldo's KO vs. Derrick Lewis, Jean Silva getting a win over Arnold Allen, and so much more from the UFC's official first card with Paramount plus! #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Sean O'Malley on KNOCKING OUT Song Yadong, Merb Dvalishvili losing to Petr Yan

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 12:35 Transcription Available


    Sean "Suga" O'Malley IS BACK on the DC Check-In series with Daniel Cormier ahead of what will be a HUGE FIGHT for O'Malley against Song Yadong. O'Malley is looking to get back in the win column after losses to Merab Dvalishvili, and Suga speaks on what those losses were like for him. Plus, O'Malley talks Merab vs. Petr Yan and what went wrong for Dvalishvili in that fight. And don't miss Sean tell DC about how he asked for a potential BMF title fight RIGHT AFTER losing to Merab the last time. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Justin Gaethje on putting Paddy Pimblett TO SLEEP, guarantees White House fight

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2026 13:39 Transcription Available


    Justin Gaethje IS BACK on the DC Check-In series with Daniel Cormier, and it starts with JG CALLING OUT DC for his comments on fighter pay! Gaethje takes on Paddy Pimblett in the main event at UFC 324 for an interim championship, and Justin speaks on why Paddy claiming he'll FINISH HIM is the recipe to him losing this fight. Plus, Gaethje talks about facing Ilia Topuria after this fight and why he's GUARANTEEING he's going to fight at the White House. And don't miss Justin completely dismiss the Jorge Masvidal-Conor McGregor fight rumors, and respond to DC hilariously calling him out for a future sparring match. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

    Paddy Pimblett on Justin Gaethje's OVERRATED POWER, Ilia Topuria, BEEF with Arman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2026 15:02 Transcription Available


    Paddy Pimblett IS BACK on the DC Check-In with Daniel Cormier, this time ahead of a massive interim title fight between him and Justin Gaethje at UFC 324 in Las Vegas. Paddy tells DC why Justin Gaethje's "overrated" power won't stop him from striking and looking for a knockout victory. Pimblett also doubles down on the fact he will finish Justin in the first three rounds and become champion. Paddy also dismisses Ilia Topuria's claim to return in March or April, and see why he GOES OFF ON Arman Tsarukyan and the fact he'll fight him ANYTIME. #Volume All lines provided by Hard Rock BetSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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