Luke Thomas Live Chat & Podcasts

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Luke Thomas is a leading voice and analyst in the sport of MMA whose work routinely crosses media platforms. He currently serves as the host of SiriusXM's The Luke Thomas Show on channel 156. He is also a former editor and podcaster at MMA Fighting, where he hosted the Monday Morning Analyst and Promotional Malpractice Live Chat podcasts as well as studio shows such as The MMA Beat and The MMA Hour. Thomas helped create the co-branded USA Today/SB Nation Consensus MMA Rankings. His written work has appeared in the Washington Post, Salon, ESPN and dozens of newspapers across the country.

Recent Episodes
  • UFC 314 Post-Fight Show: Volk Does the Impossible
    Apr 13, 2025 – 01:16:20
  • Live Chat: Volk's Attempt at History + GFL's Collapse
    Apr 11, 2025 – 02:04:14
  • Live Chat: Is Jones-Aspinall Too Risky?
    Apr 4, 2025 – 02:28:15
  • Live Chat: UFC PPV Buys Are Down...But Why?
    Mar 21, 2025 – 02:30:00
  • Live Chat: BJ Penn Needs Help
    Mar 14, 2025 – 02:16:44
  • UFC 313 Results & Post-Fight Show
    Mar 9, 2025 – 01:37:47
  • Live Chat: UFC 313 Preview, TKO Boxing Reax
    Mar 9, 2025 – 02:17:39
  • Live Chat: Ilia Topuria Vacates Belt, Crazy UFC Announcements
    Feb 21, 2025 – 02:38:41
  • Live Chat: Strickland-Nicksick Fallout, Influences Replacing Media
    Feb 14, 2025 – 02:25:12
  • Live Chat: UFC's 'Free Speech', UFC 312 Preview
    Feb 8, 2025 – 02:24:44
  • UFC Saudi: Should Israel Adesanya Retire Now?
    Feb 3, 2025 – 00:55:22
  • Live Chat: Bryce Mitchell's Insane Hitler Comments
    Jan 31, 2025 – 02:24:50
  • Live Chat: Merab 135 GOAT, Elon the N*azi and More
    Jan 24, 2025 – 02:25:11
  • UFC 311 Post-Fight Show: Islam Easily Wins, Merab Overcomes Umar
    Jan 19, 2025 – 01:06:58
  • Live Chat: UFC 311 Preview, Pitbull vs. Aldo?
    Jan 17, 2025 – 02:06:04
  • AI vs Human Judges: Who Gets Boxing Right?
    Jan 15, 2025 – 00:48:34
  • Live Chat: Umar-Merab, Elon and FS1 Lawsuit
    Jan 10, 2025 – 02:14:10
  • Live Chat: UFC Finish Percentage Is Low, but Why?
    Jan 4, 2025 – 01:59:20
  • Live Chat: The UFC in 2025, Happy Holidays!
    Dec 27, 2024 – 01:43:40
  • Live Chat: Fury-Usyk Preview, AI Judging Is Not Real
    Dec 20, 2024 – 02:01:13
  • Live Chat: Why the GFL Cannot Succeed
    Dec 13, 2024 – 02:28:17
  • Live Chat: Jones-Ngannou Will NEVER Happen
    Dec 6, 2024 – 02:10:06
  • Live Chat: Conor McGregor's Uncertain Future
    Nov 30, 2024 – 02:13:47
  • Conor McGregor's Sexual Assault Trial EXPLAINED | Frank Greaney Interview
    Nov 24, 2024 – 01:01:27
  • Live Chat: Tom Aspinall NEEDS Jon Jones?
    Nov 22, 2024 – 02:13:44
  • Live Chat: Responding to Jon Jones, Paul-Tyson Preview
    Nov 15, 2024 – 01:46:57
  • Live Chat: Election Results, Conor McGregor Trial
    Nov 8, 2024 – 02:19:33
  • Live Chat: Antitrust Settlement, 200k Story Time
    Oct 25, 2024 – 02:08:06
  • Francis Ngannou KOs Renan Ferreira: PFL Post-Fight Show
    Oct 20, 2024 – 00:43:28
  • Live Chat: What If Francis Ngannou Loses?
    Oct 18, 2024 – 01:45:05
  • Live Chat: Who Is Fighter of the Year?
    Oct 11, 2024 – 01:53:39
  • UFC 307 Post-Fight Show: Pereira Wins, but Khalil Impresses
    Oct 6, 2024 – 01:06:35
  • Live Chat: UFC 307, Legacy Fights, Hands Off Lebanon
    Oct 4, 2024 – 01:51:23
  • Live Chat: UFC in Boxing, New Antitrust Settlement
    Sep 27, 2024 – 01:48:30
  • Live Chat: Dana White Moves Into Boxing
    Sep 20, 2024 – 01:46:59
  • UFC 306 Post-Fight Show: The Sphere...Delivers? Merab, Valentina Are Champs
    Sep 15, 2024 – 01:09:10
  • Live Chat: UFC 306 Expectations, Debate Reax
    Sep 13, 2024 – 01:37:25
  • Live Chat: Dana White-Jon Jones and Sphere Expectations
    Sep 12, 2024 – 01:45:26
  • Live Chat: Who Can Defeat Dricus du Plessis?
    Sep 11, 2024 – 01:58:36
  • Mike Israetel Dishes on PED Use in MMA
    Aug 27, 2024 – 00:55:26
  • Live Chat: Is UFC Monopoly Actually Good?
    Aug 23, 2024 – 01:40:57
  • Ever Heard of Dima Murovanni? An Interview With B-Team's Coach
    Aug 21, 2024 – 00:43:41
  • UFC 305 Post-Fight Show: DDP Subs Izzy
    Aug 18, 2024 – 01:03:46
  • LIVE CHAT: UFC 307 announcements, UFC 305, Tim Walz
    Aug 17, 2024 – 02:26:33
  • UFC 304 Post-Fight Show: Muhammad, Aspinall Are Champions
    Jul 28, 2024 – 01:17:59
  • LIVE CHAT: UFC 304 Preview, Aspinall vs. Ngannou, Khabib's Taxes
    Jul 26, 2024 – 01:45:29
  • LIVE CHAT: Paul-Perry, Trump Assassination Attempt, Jones-Stipe
    Jul 19, 2024 – 01:51:04
  • LIVE CHAT: UFC Denver, 205 Is Terrible, Copa America, Jon Jones
    Jul 12, 2024 – 01:51:18
  • UFC 303 Results and Reaction Show
    Jun 30, 2024 – 01:22:24
  • Live Chat: UFC 303 Preview, Rob Whittaker's Resume, UFC at the Sphere
    Jun 28, 2024 – 01:51:37
Recent Reviews
  • Terry Pierce Byrd
    Why the delay?
    Some of my favorite MMA pods post on YouTube and then minutes later will post that same show on Apple Podcasts. Your show takes literal days sometimes weeks to upload onto this platform. I don’t understand. I complain bc I care.
  • Suffering succotash
    This used to be an MMA podcast
    It was one of the best when Luke talked mainly about MMA but his newer fans can’t stop asking about politics and Luke can’t stop himself from ranting and espousing liberal talking points. It’s turned into a weekly pity party.
  • Bob-saget-face
    Long time LT fan
    This pod used to be good. Luke used to talk more MMA/combat sports, but now talks more left wing politics than anything. We are here for fighting bro. Stop yelling at clouds and get back to what made you successful. Hard pass
  • Chris Caimano
    Best in mma, except when it’s personal
    Luke is far away the best most professional journalist in MMA…… except when it comes to John Jones, where he is unlistenable. I just listened to him whine for 30 minutes and had to turn it off for the first time ever. I love you, Luke, but please realize that you are letting your own personal aggravation blind you beyond compare when it comes to this specific fighter.
  • MrsGuerrera
    Five BIG stars
    Thanks for keeping it real, Luke. Shake the haters off.
  • Fezblackman
    Never too late
    Been listening from the start but I always say I’m going to give the 5 start review and never do.. but here you go. Always a great listen
  • Haken69
    Annoyance factor warp 9.9
    0.7 virtue signals per minute 0.6 interjecting side note commentaries on right wing politics per min Delusional belief that he has an equal to or more than a phd’s worth of psycho analytical knowledge so he can vomit diarrhea out of his mouth, or what he believes to be some sort of grande break through analysis of someone’s mental inner workings. Over uses thesaurus filler words the wrong way for two reasons. 1. It helps create an illusion of intelligence. 2. When he presents an opinion, which is usually a comment about something he is not an expert in or something he made up. i highly prefer BC over luke
  • Carlos Alcatraz 1
    Must Listen
    As a young man, I greatly appreciate having access to somebody I respect on nearly a weekly basis. Luke’s knowledge and insight into the world of MMA is simply unprecedented. Luke is a straight shooter, who is not afraid to let his opinion be heard. That alone is makes him a unique and easy listen. Being an avid listener to morning Kombat… having a break from Brian is always much appreciated. Just teasing. Lovely podcast, highly recommend!
  • The chokie
    My favorite voice in combat sports
    …… but when does this podcast come out!?!? Your all over the place
  • heheheheheuheheue
    Grifting race baiter
    Do us all a favor and die please.
  • BCOOK90
    The Best
    Luke’s best work! He invites you into his life, discussing all sorts of topics. Luke’s knowledge of so many things and his intelligence, comedy, and his individuality shines. Those are also what make him standout in the MMA community. He’ll never be good enough to himself but he is a gift to his listeners.
  • End reviewer 377337
    The best
    Luke knows the sport well and brings attention to important topics. He is one of the best analysts in the game, his fight breakdowns are second to none. Highly recommended!
  • Rowley Ma
    Terrific show
    Luke does a great job on this show. Smart, interesting takes. Consistency excellent.
  • Johnny Russell beard
    Top of the food chain MMA
    The best mind in the MMA media space. As Jon Anik noted a long time ago we are lucky to have him in the MMA space. Thoughtful, interesting, and measured commentary on our favorite sport.
  • nicholasname111111111
    Great stuff
    For logical analysis by a personality in MMA that is both literate and reads (a rarity in this toxic culture). Authentic, honest and polished analysis
  • ErikaDanielleMain
    LT is the best.
    LT has best analysis in the game. The Live Chat is super cool because we all get a chance to ask him direct questions. It definitely adds a layer of richness to his work on Morning Kombat.
  • Chidozie47
    Luke Thomas Podcast Recommendation
    Luke Thomas podcast is informative when it comes to life advise and MMA/Boxing analysis is video. His dedication to this sport goes unnoticed but I pay close attention. He did a 1-hour video on the Championship Fighter Charles Olivera on his fighting style and his tendencies. I appreciate your work.
  • Evan Rivera
    The best in the game
    Give this show a chance! One of the most knowledgeable, multi faceted, and thoughtful people I’ve listened to. Not just in MMA but all around. Very entertaining on top of that. Thanks for all the content, Luke!
  • DBV408
    Listen
    First impression I wasn’t a fan, now it’s my top mma podcast. Mk all day! Shout out to Luke and B.c!
  • John from STL
    Challenging in the right ways
    Will challenge the norm on many topics, very see MMA historical knowledge, I enjoy this show quite a bit.
  • Henry O.W.
    Donk
    Luke is grounded and I like to hear him talk about MMA and pretty much anything else.
  • Bcooney87
    Show is great
    Luke Thomas is the best mma dude.
  • DLove_84
    Audiophiles Rejoice!
    Happy to have you back in my feed! (of course I used Spotify in the interim) It’s inspiring to watch your growth as an independent entity since doing your time at MMA Fighting. Keep showing others that if they’re not afraid of hard it work then it is entirely possible to carve your own path. Thanks for all the quality content my friend. Hope to possibly cross paths one day. Take care.
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