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by Deron Williams, Sean O'Connell, Johnny Riche

A look at the world of combat sports through the eyes of:Deron Williams- multiple-time NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, Jiu Jitsu practitioner and Fortis MMA gym ownerSean O'Connell- UFC veteran, viral "weigh-in" sensation, sports-talk radio professional, author, foodie, dinosaur enthusiast, wannabe Renaissance manJohnny Riche- Former MMA fighter, promoter extraordinaire, TV stuntman, Rockwell Time executive, and general good time.

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Episodes

  1. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 027

    Deron, OC and Johnny chop it up about the Pro Fighters League tournament, Johnny turning 40, and the NBA Rookie of the Year Debate.

  2. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 026

    Veteran NFL Punter Steve Weatherford joins the Ballers and Brawlers to talk about the good ol' days with Deron Williams, the role of sports in politics, family, and being named the fittest man in the NFL... as a punter....

  3. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 25

    March Madness Edition!!! Kansas assistant Basketball Coach Jerrance Howard joins the show to talk tournament. Deron shares college hoop stories, and HOF coach Bill Self pops on for a surprise visit.

  4. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 024

    The Ballers and Brawlers discuss Winter Olympics, exploiting loopholes, UFC Austin, and the NBA All-Star Game

  5. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 023

    The Ballers and Brawlers crew debates which championship is hardest to win in sports, makes Super Bowl picks, and catches up with UFC flyweight Jessica "Evil" Eye to discuss fighting in the proper weight class, the future of Strong Style gym, and more.

  6. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 022

    The Ballers and Brawlers talk just about everything with comedian, actor, podcaster, provocateur Michael Rapaport. It starts awkwardly, with Johnny trying to explain how and why he put his bare hand through a glass window...

  7. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 021

    Deron Williams gives a tutorial on how to survive a Ballistic Missile attack, Johnny punches through windows, and OC is in love. Also, Victor Cruz talks his transition out of football, playoffs, and WHAT IS A CATCH IN THE NFL?!!!

  8. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 020

    Diesel Dave of the hit Discovery Channel show "Diesel Brothers" joins the Ballers and Brawlers. The fellas talk rags-to-riches success, bathroom selfies, building bad-ass trucks, and Dave's distinct sense of style.

  9. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 019

    Houston Texans Rookie Sensation DeShaun Watson joins the Ballers and Brawlers to talk injury recovery, life, music, coaches, and the few things he's actually NOT good at.

  10. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 018

    The Ballers and Brawlers react to UFC 218, GSP vacating his MW belt, and discuss bullying in the wake of the Keaton Jones viral video.

  11. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 017

    The Ballers and Brawlers are joined by NBA vet (and former DWill teammate) Ronnie Price. Two Ballers take us back through some hilarious locker room stories, and talk about punting injuries... wait what?...

  12. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 016

    The Ballers and Brawlers discuss what's next for Michael Bisping after a knockout loss in Shanghai and make their picks for UFC 218. Reminder: Deron was 0-11 on his 217 picks...

  13. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 015

    The Ballers and Brawlers react to UFC Norfolk, and Johnny spends 30 mins trying to justify Conor McGregor's Bellator antics.

  14. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 014

    The Ballers and Brawlers recap an amazing night of fights from UFC 217 and ponder what's next for GSP, Bisping, Joanna, and the other major players from the Madison Square Garden card. Also, Deron explains his "perfect" night of picks.

  15. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 013

    The Ballers and Brawlers take and in-depth look at UFC 217. D-Will, Johnny, and OC make their fight picks agree to a high-stakes bet that puts Deron's nicest ride up for grabs! (Sort of)

  16. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 012

    OC gets long-winded. Johnny gets loud. Deron ignores both of them. Just another day in the life of the Ballers and Brawlers. The fellas react to the massive Darren Till upset and take a look ahead at UFC Sao Paolo and UFC217.

  17. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 011

    UFC Welterweight contender Court McGee joins Ballers and Brawlers to talk family, fishing, and holding a win over a current UFC belt-holder.

  18. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 10

    The Ballers and Brawlers are joined by rising NBA talent and current Philly 76er Justin Anderson. Deron claims credit for all of Justin's accomplishments, and the fellas talk hoops, fights, and where to draw the line with adventurous eating.

  19. Ballers and Brawlers BONUS

    BONUS CONTENT The Ballers and Brawlers talk convoluted UFC title pictures, Daniel Cormier's next fight, preview UFC 216, and admit their guilty pleasure TV shows

  20. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 009

    Ballers and Brawlers return with middleweight pro boxing title challenger Willie Monroe Jr. The former champ talks everything from getting punched in the junk at weigh-ins to race relations. AND The Ballers and Brawlers discuss their "happy places" whatever that means...

  21. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 008

    Ballers and Brawlers squashes the beef between Deron and his Cleveland teammate, 17-year-NBA-Veteran and fellow podcaster Richard Jefferson. Deron, Johnny, and OC reveal their individual kryptonites and speculate on how many people will tune in for GGG vs Canelo.

  22. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 007

    PGA Golfer Tony Finau joins the Ballers and Brawlers Podcast to talk golf, fights, cultural trail-blazing, and being a better dunker than D-Will...

  23. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 006

    Ballers and Brawlers talk Jon Jones' positive steroid test, Mayweather/McGregor and catch up with Fortis MMA Head Coach Sayif Saud on his team's hugely successful run on Dana White's Contender Series.

  24. Ballers and Brawlers Episode 005

    Veteran, Black Rifle Coffee CEO, Insta-celebrity and author Mat Best joins the program to debate a range of topics including the pros and cons of performance enhancing drugs for military operators and pro athletes.

  25. Ballers and Brawlers episode 004

    An outside-the-box conversation with the one and only TankMachine featuring discussion ranging from the pitfalls of fame to Tank's time campaigning with the Trumps.

  26. BONUS CONTENT! Ramsey Nijem

    An in-depth discussion about fights and life with 2x TUF alum and UFC veteran Ramsey Nijem

  27. Ballers and Brawlers episode 003

    Johnny claims Robocop is a top-3 movie of all time. D-Will promises his mom a swimming pool OC plans to leave it all behind and run the rapids of America's rivers. Frankie Edgar joins Ballers and Brawlers to talk everything from dodgeball to a potential title fight in Hawaii. The fellas breakdown...

  28. Ballers and Brawlers

    Ballers and Brawlers breakdown of UFC Long Island Results, Deron makes his debut as UFC "cornerman", and a look ahead at UFC 214: Jones vs Cormier 2

About this show

A look at the world of combat sports through the eyes of:Deron Williams- multiple-time NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, Jiu Jitsu practitioner and Fortis MMA gym ownerSean O'Connell- UFC veteran, viral "weigh-in" sensation, sports-talk radio professional, author, foodie, dinosaur enthusiast, wannabe Renaissance manJohnny Riche- Former MMA fighter, promoter extraordinaire, TV stuntman, Rockwell Time executive, and general good time.

Hosted by

Deron Williams, Sean O'Connell, Johnny Riche

Produced by Ballers Brawlers

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Frequently asked questions

How many episodes does ballersandbrawlers's podcast have?

ballersandbrawlers's podcast has 28 episodes on PodParley. The most recent episode was published on May 10, 2018.

What is ballersandbrawlers's podcast about?

A look at the world of combat sports through the eyes of:Deron Williams- multiple-time NBA All-Star, Olympic Gold Medalist, Jiu Jitsu practitioner and Fortis MMA gym ownerSean O'Connell- UFC veteran, viral "weigh-in" sensation, sports-talk radio professional, author, foodie, dinosaur enthusiast,...

How often does ballersandbrawlers's podcast release new episodes?

ballersandbrawlers's podcast publishes every two weeks, based on its 28 episodes since July 2017.

Who hosts ballersandbrawlers's podcast?

ballersandbrawlers's podcast is created and hosted by Deron Williams, Sean O'Connell, Johnny Riche.
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