Episodes
The Craic is back and this week Petesy is locked in on all things UFC Paris.
Published 09/27/24
Ariel returns from London, talks Daniel Dubois' KO of Anthony Joshua, Conor McGregor’s potential 2025 return, Dana White latest boxing plans, more
Published 09/23/24
Petesy Carroll goes behind the scenes at the soft launch of The Ariel Helwani Show at the Venetian Sportsbook in Las Vegas
Published 09/20/24
Ariel is joined by the boys to recap a memorable night at Sphere in Las Vegas
Published 09/15/24
Ariel Helwani and the gang reunite live from The Venetian in Las Vegas to kick off the Uncrowned era.
Published 09/14/24
A special one night only show in Newark, New Jersey--live at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center on May 31st 2024! Featuring interviews with Daniel Cormier, Alex Pereira w/ Plino Cruz, Kayla Harrison, Arman Tsarukyan, Al laquinta, Aljamain Sterling.
Published 06/01/24
On today's episode, Ariel returns to give you a conversation with pro wrestling legend Eric Bischoff. Together, the guys discuss Endeavor's purchase of WWE, if the upstart AEW has what it takes to topple WWE (11:32), Tony Khan's fitness for leadership (15:49), MJFs upcoming free agency (17:16), and much more.
Eric Bischoff is a titan of the professional wrestling industry. He is the former Executive Vice President of World Championship Wrestling, the pro wrestling organization that competed...
Published 06/23/23
Did Ariel give Luciana a bad wedding gift? Is Luciana woke? These are the things Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade ask each other while catching up after several weeks away from the show. And of course, they take some questions from the fans, tackling questions like:
What's the best way to interact with a celebrity when you're star-struck? (17:34)Why is Luciana even bothering with getting married at age 37? (29:45)If you could book your own Coachella-like music festival, who would you have...
Published 05/03/23
With nearly 163K followers on Instagram and another 100K on Twitter, Chamatkar Sandhu is a must-follow when it comes to breaking MMA news.
But many of you, especially the newer fans, probably don’t know much about the man behind the accounts you follow on social media.
Today, in a conversation with Ariel's producer TST on “The Found Generation with Troy Farkas," Sandhu talks about the insane growth of MMA, his career trajectory, and he also gives TST some life advice. The lads discuss:
How...
Published 04/19/23
From Los Angeles, Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade answer your questions about life, love, work, and any other bizarre thing you can think of. On today's episode, the two friends catch up while answering questions like:
What are your thoughts on double dates? (5:25)How did Ariel propose to his wife? How did Luciana's fiancee propose to her? (14:49)You've been sentenced to death. What's your last meal? (23:33)Which are your favorite places to visit in Europe? (35:16)Who is your celebrity...
Published 04/05/23
The newly crowned (virtual) friends Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade are back this week to take more of YOUR questions about life, love, work, and everything in between! On today's episode, the dynamic duo answers questions from fans like:
What's the most embarrassing moment of your professional life? (7:48)Which name should I give to my upcoming child? (21:22)What is the proper etiquette for knocking on someone's door? (36:31)What's the best concert you've ever attended? (44:46)Which...
Published 03/29/23
In another installment of the unnamed Q&A show featuring Ariel Helwani and Luciana Andrade, the two friends field some of the following questions from the fans:
What's the biggest gut-punch you've ever experienced? (6:04)How did Ariel and Luciana get so close? (11:52)Did Luciana have to get permission from the UFC to do this show with Ariel? And could Luciana be the person to bring Dana White and Ariel together once more? (20:30)At what point is following your dream no longer the right...
Published 03/22/23
After making waves across the internet for her appearance on The MMA Hour two weeks ago, fan favorite Luciana Andrade joins Ariel for a new show where the two friends answer questions from listeners/viewers about everything that isn't mixed martial arts.
In today's inaugural episode, Ariel and Luciana field questions like:
If you could switch lives with one person for a day, who would it be? (7:52)Are aliens real? (23:23)What can the Brazilian government do to slow the rates of deforestation...
Published 03/15/23
With the 2023 World Baseball Classic upon us, Ariel speaks with one of his longtime best friends, Jason Takefman, who Ariel believes to be one of the smartest men in the business of baseball. On today's episode, Jason gets you pumped up for the WBC by getting into the following:
Why Jason feels this year's Classic is the biggest one in the history of the tournament (4:40)The history behind the WBC, which began in 2006 (6:01)The top teams to watch out for in this year's Classic (19:05)The...
Published 03/10/23
Last week, Ariel shocked the sporting world when he released the list of his current top-five favorite athletes on the planet. One of those five was today's guest, Brennan Johnson, the 21-year-old phenom forward for Ariel's favorite football club: Nottingham Forest. And on today's episode, Johnson joins a giddy Ariel for a wide-ranging conversation about the following:
Johnson's first season in the English Premier League (5:55)Representing Wales at the 2022 World Cup (8:20)Growing up with a...
Published 02/16/23
The founder of All Elite Wrestling joins Ariel for a conversation about:
If AEW has exceeded the expectations he set for it when he launched the pro wrestling organization in 2019 (8:17)MJF's future with the company (15:28)His reaction to Vince McMahon stepping down this summer (27:10)Being a "challenger brand" to WWE and his thoughts on the current WWE product The infamous Labor Day presser last month when CM Punk aired AEW's dirty laundry (33:00)His relationship with Nick Khan (51:31)Plus,...
Published 10/06/22
The host of "The Rich Eisen Show," the face of NFL Network, and former ESPN personality joins Ariel for a conversation about his long run as one of the top faces and voices in American sports media. The guys discuss:
Leaving ESPN in 2003 at the height of his popularity, and if he harbors any resentment toward the company (10:05)Some crazy stories from his time at ESPN, including a memorable interaction with Charlie Sheen (17:25)If he's ever considered returning to ESPN (22:44)The origins of...
Published 08/25/22
The lead singer of the iconic rock band The Smashing Pumpkins and owner of the legendary pro wrestling organization NWA joins Ariel for a wide-ranging conversation about the business of professional wrestling. The guys discuss:
When he first fell in love with pro wrestling (6:14)His messy fallout with TNA Impact in 2016 (16:20)Why he decided to buy NWA in 2017 (22:50)The difference between MMA and pro wrestling fans (31:00)Why NWA doesn't script promos (37:45)Plans for NWA 74 on August 27/28...
Published 08/18/22
The former Head Writer at WWE and current SVP of Development at Seven Bucks Productions joins Ariel to talk about his time working alongside the biggest names in WWE, which he covers in-depth in his new book, There's Just One Problem...: True Tales from the Former, One-Time, 7th Most Powerful Person in WWE. The guys discuss:
Why the pandemic was the perfect time for Gewirtz to write such an important book about WWE history (9:47)What it was like challenging Vince McMahon at the height of his...
Published 08/11/22
The legendary American boxing promoter joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about his Hall of Fame career and business ventures, discussing things like:
Getting inducted into the Boxing Hall of Fame this past weekend (4:20) The recent run of great fights in boxing (10:21)His issues with fellow promoter Eddie Hearn (21:47)The first time he met Muhammad Ali (44:28)What he feels are his lasting contributions to the sport (1:01:25)Plus, he talks about women's boxing, his unlikely...
Published 06/16/22
The 43-year-old British boxing great, who returns to the ring on July 2 after a 10-year layoff, joins the show to discuss:
Why he's decided to come back (6:40) Struggles with depression and overcoming suicidal thoughts (10:19)Advice to fighters who can't find an identity after retiring (20:37)Paddy "The Baddy" Pimblett’s weight issues (31:50)Sobriety (35:23)And much more.
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Published 06/09/22
The iconic American actress joins Ariel on the show to discuss a whole host of topics! Such as:
Her deep-rooted boxing fandom and thoughts on some big upcoming fights (4:36) The first time she met Muhammad Ali (18:58)What it was like working with Larry David on Broadway (28:50)The story behind her casting in "White Men Can't Jump" and how she feels about the remake (31:03)Why she believes so strongly in talking to a therapist (48:30) If Jake Paul is good or bad for boxing (58:30)And much...
Published 06/02/22
The retired Canadian professional wrestler joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about his career in the ring, his work with WWE behind-the-scenes, and the entire pro wrestling industry as a whole. He and Ariel discuss:
A tough ending to his time working with WWE during the pandemic (13:27)The state of professional wrestling (21:15)WWE's power structure (24:38)If Sasha Banks and Naomi leaving WWE is a work or shoot (27:21)Memories of his run with WCW (39:38)Plus, thoughts on Owen...
Published 05/26/22
The New York Giants offensive lineman joins the show for a wide-ranging discussion about his NFL career, mental health struggles, and his less-than-ideal upbringing. Feliciano tells Ariel about:
The end of his magical three-year run with Ariel's favorite team, the Buffalo Bills (4:10)His relationship with Bills QB Josh Allen (17:27)How he made it to the NFL despite being homeless while in high school (33:05)His life-threatening battles with depression and anxiety, including feeling suicidal...
Published 05/19/22