The Anik & Florian Podcast

EP. 465 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik & Florian counter-punch the #SuperBowlLVIII coverage with some UFC fights to talk about this weekend at #UFCVegas86: Hermansson v. Pyfer. The boys talk a bit about MMA fighter pronunciation before the pronunciation of the week which BP crushes. THEN, the meat on the bone of #UFCVegas86 in our Main-Event Challenge betting segment where KenFlo and Brian Petrie get $1000 to spend on this weekend’s UFC card. Picks and previews for Hermansson v. Pyfer and a host of other fights!FINALLY, MARK YOU CALENDARS….we’re coming at you LIVE this Saturday for the co-main and main events of this weekend’s card. Tune-in to Jon & Jason Anik, Kenny Florian, Ray Longo and a host of others as we watch the fights together and react in real time. ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:01:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast(00:11:48) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik, @KennyFlorian alongside @BrianPetrieMMA — Featuring Lucy.(00:17:33) - PRONUNCIATION OF THE WEEK(00:21:29) - FREE BET OFFER FROM DRAFTKINGS(00:22:29) - $1000 MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE: KenFlo vs BP in their #UFCVegas86 bets(00:51:49) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COMFULL A&F EPISODES 📺 on @DraftKings YouTube ChannelAUDIO FEED 🎧: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPodOFFICIAL STORE 👕:https://jonanik.comINSTAGRAM: 📳: https://bit.ly/AFIGTVFACEBOOK 👍🏼: https://bit.ly/AnikFloFacebookYOUTUBE 🎥: https://bit.ly/AFYTchanUFC Vegas 86 Bets, Hermansson v. Pyfer Preview with Jon Anik & Kenny Florian + Brian Petrie | A&F.465**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn just $5 into in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********************Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by theWest Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms.—————————————————— Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EP. 464 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik & Florian reload on a Monday morning after UFC Vegas 85 with a middleweight main-event worthy of some discussion. The boys talk UFC Apex, Dolidze vs Imavov, Moicano vs Dober, Moicano’s epic post fight speech and much more!THEN, we talk to Marcedes Lewis, a record-holding NFL veteran tight-end with a long history of UFC fandom. We talk about how he first got into the sport at a gym with Chuck Liddell and his watching habits during the season. PLUS, we get a Super Bowl preview. AFTER, show staple Ray Longo joins the show to talk all things UFC including Matt Serra’s wife Ann’s pro debut. We then go 4-wide to chat with “Rude Boy” Randy Brown after his massive win this past weekend in Vegas. We talk about his blaring KO as well as what’s next for the surging welterweight contender. ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:27:36) - MARCEDES LEWIS (18-Year NFL Vet & UFC Fan)(00:47:02) - RAY LONGO MINUTE: @RAYLONGOMMA(00:58:20) - RANDY BROWN Joins The Show After A Massive KO(01:08:20) - MORE UFC WITH ANIK, FLORIAN, AND LONGO(01:20:09) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTV#UFCVegas85 Recap with Randy Brown & NFL Vet Marcedes Lewis on MMA & #SBVIII with Anik & Florian + Ray Longo | A&F.464**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $200 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********************Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by theWest Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Paul Felder on UFC Comeback, #UFCVegas85 Preview & UFC Bets - Anik & Florian + Ray Longo & Brian Petrie | A&F.463EP. 463 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik & Florian return on a Monday after no UFC event this past weekend but PLENTY to talk about in the MMA world. We talk about all the MMA headlines before talking to Paul Felder aka “The Irish Dragon” (better known as “The Iron Lung”) about the Jim Miller fight coming and going, life as a broadcaster/triathlete and what a potential comeback could look like. THEN, we talk to show staple Ray Longo about the latest MMA headlines and a few fighers out of his gym including Phumi Nkuta, arguably the best 125lbs flyweight in the world not just the UFC. AFTER, we call upon THE BIG GUN, Brian Petrie for our weekly betting segment pitting him and KenFlo against each other with $1000 budget each week to bet on the Draftkings Sportsbook.ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:11:16) - THE IRON LUNG aka PAUL FELDER joins the show (@FelderPaul)(00:30:09) - RAY LONGO MINUTE: @RAYLONGOMMA(00:56:50) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE with @BrianPetrieMMA for #UFCVegas85 (01:19:30) - CO-MAIN EVENT PICKS(01:29:59) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTVPaul Felder on UFC Comeback, #UFCVegas85 Preview & UFC Bets - Anik & Florian + Ray Longo & Brian Petrie | A&F.463**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $150 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup**********Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by theWest Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Belal Muhammad joins the podcast to discuss his upcoming matchup with Leon Edwards for the 170lbs title at UFC 300. They also talk about recent UFC 297 reactions featuring Eric Nicksick and Danny Rubenstein. Topics include Kayla Harrison signing with the promotion, the aftermath of UFC 297, and more. The hosts also delve into the challenges and opportunities faced by Tom Aspenall, the debate on MMA judging, emotions and decision analysis in UFC fights, potential matchups for UFC 300, and navigating negative comments on social media.

EP. 461 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik & Florian are here LIVE on a Monday morning to bring you MMA fans reactions to #UFC297 ASAP. We discuss the latest UFC PPV with TWO newly crowned champions Dricus Du Plessis & Raquel Pennington, as well as a number of standout (and forgetful) performances. We’re joined by Mark Henry, head coach of newly minted UFC Hall-Of-Famer Frankie Edgar, as well as world-renowned judging expert Sean Sheehan of Severe MMA. The First EVER “Anik & Florian Podcast” Live after a PPV. PLUS, SPECIAL SURPRISE GUESTS!!ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:34:29) - Hall-of-Famer FRANKIE EDGAR & Coach MARK HENRY join the show to talk about 2024 HOF induction announcement at UFC 297 for "The Answer"(00:45:06) - RAY LONGO MINUTE with @RayLongoMMA (01:05:01) - DRICUS DU PLESSIS JOINS THE SHOW -- NEWLY CROWNED CHAMP(01:19:39) - Sean Sheehan of  @SevereMMADotCom  aka @SeanSheehanBA joins the show(01:44:59) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTV#UFC297 Recap LIVE with Anik & Florian + Dricus Du Plessis + Mark Henry, Sean Sheehan & Longo | AF461**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $150 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********************Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by theWest Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms.---Stay up-to-date at DraftKings Network: https://dknetwork.comSubscribe to DraftKings on YouTube: https://youtube.com/draftkings/?sub_confirmation=1Follow DraftKings on Twitter: https://twitter.com/DraftKingsFollow DraftKings on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/draftkings/Follow DraftKings on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@draftkingsLike DraftKings on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/draftkings/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

EP. 460 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik & Florian are ready to rock from the great white north as Toronto plays host to the next UFC PPV. Strickland v. Du Plessis has the whole 6 hot as Aaron Bronsteter joins after a long hiatus to discuss the UFC in Canada and what’s on his plate for 2024. THEN, we snag THE BIG GUN, Brian Petrie to get his UFC 297 predictions and best bets for the card against KenFlo in our weekly picks challenge. BUCKLE UP FOLKS!EP. 460 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:02:43) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik, @KennyFlorian and @BostonAnik(00:05:33) - THIS or THAT(00:10:37) - AARON BRONSTETER IS BACK! @AaronBronsteter(00:29:50) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE with @BrianPetrieMMA for #UFC297 (00:56:39) - CO-MAIN PICKS(01:10:49) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTVUFC 297 Preview with Aaron Bronsteter and Strickland v. Du Plessis Bets with Brian Petrie | A&F.460**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn just $5 into in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********************Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by theWest Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UFC Vegas 84 Recap, Ankalaev's KO, Jim Miller for UFC Hall-of-Fame, and Ray Longo on #UFC297 | A&F.459EP. 459 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik & Florian are back from staying at home all weekend as we recap #UFCVegas84 featuring stellar performances from Magomed Ankalaev and Jim Miller. We talk about what's next at Light Heavyweight and the confusing #UFC300 picture. THEN, Raymond Peter Longo joins the show for his weekly segment to talk #UFC297 as we spin it all the way forward and turn the page to the next UFC PPV in Toronto, Canada.EP. 459 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:02:21) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik, @KennyFlorian(00:26:27) - RAY LONGO MINUTE: @RAYLONGOMMA (00:54:29) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTVUFC Vegas 84 Recap, Ankalaev's KO, Jim Miller for UFC Hall-of-Fame, and Ray Longo on #UFC297 | A&F.459**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $150 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********************Gambling problem? Call 1-800-Gambler. In Massachusetts, call (800) 327-5050 or visit gamblinghelplinema.org, In New York, call 877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369). In Tennessee and Kansas, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. On behalf of Boot Hill Casino & Resort (KS). In West Virginia, Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit www.1800gambler.net. All games regulated by theWest Virginia Lottery. Please play responsibly. In partnership with Hollywood Casino at Charles Town Races. In Connecticut, Help is available for problem gambling call 888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org. 21+ in most eligible states but age varies by jurisdiction. See draftkings.com/sportsbook for details and state specific responsible gambling resources. Bonus bets expire seven days after issuance. Eligibility and deposit restrictions apply. Terms at sportsbook.draftking.com/mmaterms. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

UFC Vegas 84 LIVE WATCH PARTY with Jon Anik & Kenny Florian - Ankalaev vs Walker 2 live fight reactions and instant recap from the boys as Jon & Jason Anik have the fights and NFL game on with KenFlo joining from an undisclosed location. We are also joined by "Big Ron" aka Ronnie Pellegrino to talk about his winning parlay in week 1 of the UFC season with our NEWLY REVAMPED Draftkings Sportsbook Podcast Parlay. OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTV**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $150 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup**********——————————————————————————————————————————📺: Full Episodes on @DraftKings YouTube Channel🎧: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod👕:https://JONANIK.COM📳: https://bit.ly/AFIGTV👍🏼: https://bit.ly/AnikFloFacebook🎥: https://bit.ly/AFYTchan Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dominick Cruz & Mike Malott Talk UFC 2024 & UFC Vegas 84 Picks with Brian Petrie - A&F.458EP. 458 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik and Florian made it through the hibernation and UFC IS BACK! The boys bring in 2 awesome UFC athletes in Dominick Cruz and Mike Malott to talk what’s ahead for their 2024’s and beyond as well as break down the UFC Vegas 84 card with Brian Petrie.NEW SCORING SYSTEM for the 2024 Main-Event challenge brings you closer to the betting action than ever before with @Draftkings!RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON iTUNES & AUDIO PLATFORMS!ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:02:21) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik, @KennyFlorian(00:08:30) - MAIN-EVENT CHALLENGE with @BrianPetrieMMA(00:37:21) - MORE HEADLINES with @BostonAnik joining(00:40:41) - DOMINICK CRUZ joins the show (@dominickcruz)(01:06:41) - MIKE MALOTT stops by to chat with the boys (@Michael.malott)(01:21:09) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTVDominick Cruz & Mike Mallet Talk UFC 2024 & UFC Vegas 84 Picks with Brian Petrie - A&F.458**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $150 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Anik & Florian on Poirier v. Saint Denis, UFC 299, UFC 300 & Ray Longo on Conor McGregor in 2024 - A&F.457EP. 457 — Check out our Anik & Florian Merch on jonanik.com Anik and Florian swag surf into 2024 with the first official show of the new year, with no time to waste as Dana White drops some MAJOR fight announcements on the MMA faithful. Jon & Kenny discuss before hitting up Ray Longo to talk all things UFC. Ray gives his update for the Team LAW squad and looks ahead to a fresh calendar. RATE AND REVIEW THE SHOW ON iTUNES & AUDIO PLATFORMS!ON TODAY'S SHOW(00:00:00) - OPENING - #AnikFlorianPodcast (00:02:21) - HEADLINES with @Jon_Anik, @KennyFlorian (00:30:35) - RAY LONGO MINUTE: @RAYLONGOMMA(00:57:49) - OUTRO (Closing Thoughts)OFFICIAL APPAREL WEBSITE: JONANIK.COM🎧 Audio: https://bit.ly/AnikFlorianPod 📳 IGTV: https://bit.ly/AFIGTVAnik & Florian on Poirier v. Saint Denis, UFC 299, UFC 300 & Ray Longo's 2024 Predictions - A&F.457**********Sign-Up with code “AFPOD” to turn $5 into $150 in free bets on @DraftKings here:https://myaccount.draftkings.com/signup********** Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.