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Throwing Shade Podcast

Throwing Shade Podcast

By: Benjamin Tucker
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Throwing Shade Podcast is an Australian-based sports podcast hosted by Aaron and Ben, delivering insightful discussion, humour, and strong opinions across UFC, MMA, boxing, and the biggest stories in global sport and pop culture.


With UFC and combat sports as the foundation of the show, Throwing Shade provides fight breakdowns, event previews and recaps, athlete storylines, and analysis of the personalities shaping modern sport. The podcast also expands into major sports, lifestyle topics, and cultural moments connected to athletes, influencers, and high-profile figures.


Episodes regularly cover headline names such as Conor McGregor, Jake Paul, and other globally recognised athletes and celebrities — offering thoughtful commentary without hype or controversy for controversy’s sake.


Blending an Australian perspective with a strong US sports influence, Throwing Shade is designed for fans who enjoy informed discussion, authentic banter, and a wider view of sport beyond the scoreboard.


New episodes released regularly across all major podcast platforms.

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Episodes
  • Episode 5 | Is this the last time we'll see the Last Stylebender? Hear all the latest MMA news from the boys!
    Mar 26 2026

    In this episode, we break down a massive week in MMA with huge storylines across the UFC and beyond.

    We dive into Movsar Evloev’s dominant win in London and what it means for the featherweight division — is he next in line for a title shot?

    We also discuss the growing noise around a potential return for Conor McGregor — is it actually happening this time, or just more hype?

    Then we preview the return of Israel Adesanya at UFC Fight Night Seattle — can “The Last Stylebender” remind the world who he is?

    Plus:

    • Matchup chaos between Sean Strickland and Khamzat Chimaev
    • The rise of Most Valuable Promotions and the buzz around the Netflix MMA card
    • What’s next across multiple divisions

    If you’re into fight breakdowns, bold predictions, and no-BS MMA talk — this one’s for you.

    🎧 Follow & subscribe to stay up to date with all things MMA.

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    51 mins
  • Episode 4 | UFC 326 Preview, Eddie v Dana, McGregor’s Next Fight & Pereira Vacates
    Mar 4 2026

    Episode 4 is chaos in the best way.

    We break down the growing tension between Eddie Hearn and Dana White — is this just promoter noise or the beginning of something bigger between boxing and MMA?

    We debate who Conor McGregor realistically fights next (if he fights at all), and what the landscape now looks like after Alex Pereira vacates the belt.

    We also:

    • Begin to dissect UFC 327
    • Preview this weekend’s UFC 326
    • And give our multi bets some absolutely unnecessary confidence

    If you love fight politics, matchmaking debates and questionable betting logic — this one’s for you.

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    📍 Melbourne-based | Global fight game
    📺 Nearly 900 YouTube subs and growing weekly

    Subscribe, rate, and tell your mate who thinks he “knows fights.”

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    47 mins
  • Episode 3 | Elvis Sinosic | UFC Pioneer & Australian MMA Trailblazer
    Feb 19 2026

    This week we sit down with Australian MMA trailblazer Elvis Sinosic.

    We discuss his path into the UFC, his debut against Jeremy Horn, and what it was like facing Tito Ortiz during one of the toughest eras in light heavyweight history.

    Elvis also opens up about his relationship with Dana White, experiences around Joe Rogan, and the iconic presence of Bruce Buffer inside the Octagon.

    Before the interview, we break down current UFC storylines including Sean Strickland and Anthony Hernandez.

    A candid look at the foundations of Australian MMA and the evolution of the sport.

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    1 hr and 34 mins
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