The Craic with Petesy Carroll

Petesy Carroll and Ben Fowlkes are back on The Craic.

This week, they dive into their picks for Uncrowned’s MMA mid-year awards (08:20).

Following recent criticism of Herb Dean, the duo discuss the current state of MMA officiating (51:35).

Next, they tackle the stigma around "quitting on the stool," following Ilia Topuria’s title loss to Justin Gaethje (56:01).

With UFC 329 just two weeks away, the lads assess Conor McGregor’s energy during his pre-fight media run (01:02:21).

To close things out, the boys discuss their World Cup plans (01:11:15) before answering your Super Chats (01:17:24).

Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes reunite for this week’s episode of The Craic.

First up, they discuss Ian Machado Garry’s move to Eddie Hearn’s Matchroom Talent Agency ahead of his upcoming title fight (8:30).

Another high-profile Hearn client is Tom Aspinall, prompting a conversation about the current state of the heavyweight champion’s career (24:02).

Dustin Poirier’s recent arrest footage also sent shockwaves through the MMA community. The lads discuss the fallout for the retired fan-favorite (51:10).

The boys then react to the UFC officially releasing the global viewership figures for the White House card (59:50).

The latest UFC rankings have also stirred plenty of debate (1:02:25), then Petesy breaks the news that Oleksandr Usyk has vacated his world titles (01:10:55).

To close, the trio answer your Super Chats (01:16:55).

The Craic trio of Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes delve into the controversy surrounding Ciryl Gane’s finish of Alex Pereira at the White House. Did referee  Herb Dean make the right call and how does this latest situation affect Gane (06:10)? 

Next up, they give their takes on UFC White House generating 17 million viewers and whether it will be seen as a success (31:31).

Petesy then explains the Irish reaction to Conor McGregor’s appearance on Jimmy Fallon, which appears to have sparked outrage on the Emerald Isle (47:57).

Finally, the Craic crew give their takes on Tyson Fury promoter Frank Warren revealing more reasons why Dana White will likely end up promoting the Fury’s fight against Anthony Joshua (1:17:37).

The Craic is back with its usual trio of Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes. This week, all roads lead to the UFC‘s White House card.

On site in the nation’s capital, Chuck shares his observations ahead of attending the historic event in person (04:31).

The lads then lock in their official Uncrowned picks (24:51).

Security has also become a major talking point surrounding the event. Drawing on insight from former Secret Service agents, Ben breaks down how the operation could work behind the scenes (41:36).

Elsewhere, Conor McGregor made headlines due to the New York Times reporting he used ”banned drugs" while recovering from his devastating leg injury. The boys give their thoughts on the revelation (01:01:36).

Fellow Irish superstar Katie Taylor has officially sold out Croke Park in 30 minutes. Petesy shares the mood in Ireland ahead of the historic occasion (01:11:58).

To round things out, the lads talk World Cup buzz (01:16:35) before answering your Super Chats (01:23:06).

Petesy Carroll, Chuck Mindenhall, and Ben Fowlkes return for another edition of The Craic.

Chuck kicks off the show by sharing his plans to attend the UFC White House card in person (4:43).

Paramount also weighed in on its partnership with the UFC, outlining what they hope to achieve through the deal (16:30).

After years of speculation, Croke Park is officially set to host Katie Taylor’s next fight. Petesy sheds light on the mood in Ireland ahead of the historic event (43:30).

Fellow Irishman Conor McGregor’s reported sparring partners have also come to light. Are these the right names to help prepare him for his return (54:58)?

Michael Bisping had some harsh words for Tom Aspinall regarding his recovery from eye injury. The lads examine Bisping’s apparent change in stance (59:50).

To close up shop, the boys look ahead to PFL action (01:10:05), before answering your Super Chats (01:32:21).