What is the Big John and Josh podcast about?
Their 40+ years combined experience provides listeners with incredible insight, all the history and (mostly) hilarious banter in an MMA news, recap and show-style podcast. Big John and Josh preview UFC 276, PFL, talk Joe Rogan and Gina Carano podcast, Luke Rockhold interview comments, Max Holloway moving up to lightweight and more.
Why is referee John McCarthy called Big John?
McCarthy is perhaps best known for officiating numerous bouts promoted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), dating back to UFC 2. He co-hosts the MMA and combat sports podcast "Weighing In" with Josh Thomson. The nickname of 'Big John' came about because of his size and stature.
What is the Pure MMA podcast?
Tap into the expertise of MMA referee legend, "Big" John McCarthy and former world champion Josh "The Punk" Thomson as they bring you PURE MMA. Their 40+ years combined experience provides listeners with incredible insight, all the history and (mostly) hilarious banter in an MMA news, recap and show-style podcast.
Who is Joe McCarthy and what does he do?
McCarthy is perhaps best known for officiating numerous bouts promoted by the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), dating back to UFC 2. He co-hosts the MMA and combat sports podcast "Weighing In" with Josh Thomson.
Why is Big John called Big John?
The nickname of 'Big John' came about because of his size and stature. He stands 6'3" and weighs 260 lb; making him larger than the majority of the athletes over whom he presides. According to a UFC interview, the nickname was given to him by UFC co-founder and promoter Art Davie. McCarthy recalls that the nickname began when he forcibly lifted ...
Who is the referee on Bully Beatdown?
McCarthy also served as the referee on the MTV2 series Bully Beatdown, along with professional mixed martial artist Jason "Mayhem" Miller. McCarthy is featured in the award-winning mixed martial arts documentary Fight Life, the film is directed by James Z. Feng and released in 2013.