DOUBLE COVERAGE PODCAST

Urijah Faber talks about Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry, Josh Hokit’s UFC future, the UFC White House card, and breaks down the mindset, toughness, and experience needed to compete at the highest level of MMA.

In this episode of Double Coverage, UFC Hall of Famer Urijah Faber opens up about Sacramento fight culture, Team Alpha Male, and how MMA evolved from fighting in small casinos into one of the biggest sports in the world. He explains why Nate Diaz vs Mike Perry is the “people’s main event,” shares behind-the-scenes stories about the Diaz brothers, and talks about why Nate Diaz turned down the Conor McGregor trilogy.
Faber also shares his thoughts on Josh Hokit becoming a future UFC star, the rise of Real American Freestyle wrestling, and the impact of social media, streaming, and influencer boxing on combat sports. From Floyd Mayweather and Zab Judah stories to Adin Ross offering him a fight, Urijah gives a raw, unfiltered perspective on fighting, business, legacy, and what separates champions from everyone else.

This is one of Urijah Faber’s most honest conversations about MMA, wrestling, Nate Diaz, the UFC, and the future of combat sports.
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David Benavidez isn’t holding back 👀 After years of chasing the biggest fight in boxing, he’s making it clear — this is HIS time. In this clip, Benavidez reacts to Canelo Álvarez and explains why he believes the torch has officially been passed. Confidence, pressure, and legacy all collide as he declares himself the new face of boxing.

Is this the start of a new era, or does Canelo still run the game?

Tap in and decide for yourself ⬇️

#DavidBenavidez #Canelo #Boxing #BoxingNews #FightTalk #CombatSports
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Stephen A. Smith’s nephew Josh Smith joins Zach on Double Coverage Episode 17 and delivers one of the wildest episodes yet. From declaring Steph Curry the GOAT to guaranteeing a New York Knicks championship run, Josh doesn’t hold back.

The episode dives into GOAT debates between Michael Jordan, LeBron James, and Steph Curry, plus arguments about Nikola Jokic as the best player in the league today. Josh also shares what it was like growing up around Stephen A. Smith, gives his take on Jalen Brunson vs Carmelo Anthony, and breaks down the current NBA playoff landscape.

If you’re into NBA hot takes, basketball debates, Knicks playoff talk, and unfiltered sports conversations, this episode is packed.

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro & Josh Smith joins

1:07 Knicks playoff expectations & championship confidence

2:20 Growing up with Stephen A. Smith

5:08 83-point game debate (Bam vs Kobe context)

8:09 Jalen Brunson vs Carmelo Anthony

9:39 Steph Curry GOAT argument

11:16 Michael Jordan vs LeBron vs Steph debate

17:03 JJ Redick, Lakers coaching & NBA politics

22:35 Jokic vs all-time greats (best player today?)

41:02 KD Warriors vs best teams ever & Finals picks
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Mike Tyson talks about what it takes to prepare for a potential fight with Floyd Mayweather and breaks down the mindset, discipline, and experience needed to compete at the highest level of boxing.In this episode of Double Coverage, Tyson opens up about growing up in Brownsville, Brooklyn, where fights didn’t end and survival was a daily reality. He explains how boxing gave him identity, purpose, and pride — and why he’s now focused on giving that same opportunity to the next generation.Tyson also shares the real reason behind the Mike Tyson Invitational, why amateur boxing is declining, and what needs to change for the sport to come back in America. From training habits to fighting experience, Tyson gives a raw, unfiltered perspective on what separates great fighters from everyone else.This is one of Mike Tyson’s most honest conversations about boxing, legacy, and helping young fighters become champions in life — not just in the ring.

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Lamar Odom joins Mystic Zach on Episode 15 of Double Coverage for one of the most raw and fascinating interviews yet. Lamar opens up about his unforgettable dream about Kobe Bryant, what Kobe told him about the afterlife, winning championships with the Lakers, playing for Phil Jackson, the triangle offense, modern NBA culture, LeBron James, Luka Doncic, Shohei Ohtani, addiction, recovery, Khloé Kardashian, and his journey through sobriety.This episode dives deep into Lamar Odom’s basketball IQ, his time with Kobe Bryant and the Los Angeles Lakers, his thoughts on today’s NBA, and the life lessons he’s learned through success, pain, loss, and survival.If you’re a fan of Kobe Bryant, Lamar Odom, Lakers history, NBA interviews, basketball podcasts, LeBron James, Phil Jackson, Khloé Kardashian, sobriety stories, and inspirational comeback stories, this is an episode you do not want to miss.Subscribe for more exclusive sports interviews, athlete stories, NBA talk, NFL talk, and viral moments from Double Coverage.CHAPTERS / TIMESTAMPS0:00 Intro – Mystic Zach welcomes Lamar Odom0:50 Playing with Kobe Bryant and winning championships1:10 Phil Jackson, meditation, and the Lakers culture1:45 Lamar on playing at Staples Center at 192:38 Clippers struggles and wanting to play for the Lakers4:23 Being traded in the Shaq blockbuster deal5:53 Lamar Odom as a point forward before it was common8:24 Why Lamar says he had the best handle ever for a big man9:11 Victor Wembanyama, Steph Curry, and today’s NBA11:15 What made Phil Jackson so special13:05 Reality TV during an NBA season and winning Sixth Man of the Year16:17 Kobe Bryant’s mentality and chasing Michael Jordan18:53 Lamar’s real relationship with Kobe off the court21:18 Candy addiction, Pop-Tarts, and changing habits22:36 Addiction, recovery, and living day to day23:32 What Lamar watches at home – sports, documentaries, and learning24:37 Shohei Ohtani, Dodgers baseball, and inspiration26:24 Gambling in sports and whether leagues have control28:18 What’s wrong with the Lakers right now29:06 Luka Doncic, modern NBA softness, and defense31:18 Deandre Ayton, Lakers roster issues, and toughness32:25 Why Lamar still believes in the triangle offense35:02 LeBron James, longevity, and playing with Bronny37:44 Lamar explains his Kobe dream and “the afterlife” quote40:23 Lessons from Kobe’s death and living your best life42:05 Personal loss, family, and why Lamar wants to live to 10044:30 Surviving strokes, heart attacks, and a coma45:25 Medical miracles, faith, and second chances47:03 Khloé Kardashian, Netflix documentary, and regrets49:25 Marriage, fame, and real love51:03 35 days sober and Lamar’s next chapter52:37 Final message to the fans#LamarOdom #KobeBryant #Lakers #NBA #KhloeKardashian
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