Fight Life Unfiltered

Crawford vs Canelo, Lucas vs Mando Gutierrez & Are the Fighting Nerds Overrated? | EP. 33

Justin and Lucas are back with another action-packed episode! The guys kick things off by diving into the massive showdown between Terence “Bud” Crawford and Canelo Alvarez, breaking down what this fight means for boxing and combat sports as a whole.
Lucas also drops big news about his upcoming grappling match in Michigan, where he’ll be taking on former UFC Contender Series and PFL fighter Mando Gutierrez. The guys talk preparation, mindset, and what fans can expect from this matchup.
From there, the conversation gets deep as they debate the state of the “fighting nerds” — are they overrated, or just hitting a rough patch? The discussion gets real, and you won’t want to miss it.
Another great episode filled with fight talk, laughs, and insight straight from the world of MMA.
 
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PFL Chaos, Ozzy Shirt Roast & UFC’s New Champ | EP.32

Justin and Lucas break down the latest in MMA, starting with the recent PFL fights featuring Dalton Rosta and Fabian Edwards in the headliner and Ethan Goss delivering a gritty performance against a tough rising contender. The guys also dive into Aaron Pico’s tough loss to Lerone Murphy and Khamzat Chimaev’s huge win to capture UFC gold from DDP.
Off the mats, Justin shares a hilarious story from the Stout team picnic about getting roasted by a 10-year-old over his Ozzy Osbourne t-shirt. The conversation also takes a fun turn into video games—creating players and characters—and what attributes we always gave ourselves (spoiler: Justin was always the 6’4” light-skinned guy with cornrows).
 
 Don’t miss this one—MMA breakdowns, funny stories, and plenty of laughs.
 
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Old Fight Shirts, UFC’s Paramount Deal & Upcoming Fight News | EP. 31

This week’s episode kicks off with a blast from the past as Justin surprises Lucas with one of his old fight shirts from over 15 years ago. From there, the guys dive straight into the biggest headline in MMA: the UFC’s new TV deal with Paramount. What does this mean for the sport, for fighters like Lucas on the rise, and for potential blockbuster matchups like Jon Jones vs. Tom Aspinall? Justin even shares a theory that this could all be part of a bigger master plan.
The conversation doesn’t stop there—Lucas and Justin break down the latest 247 Fighting Championship card, highlighting the biggest moments and standout performances. They also look ahead to upcoming UFC matchups, including a heated discussion over Aaron Peacock vs. Lauren Murphy, where the hosts didn’t quite see eye-to-eye.
On top of all that, there might be some fresh fight news from Lucas himself… so you won’t want to miss this one.
 
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Setbacks, Comebacks, Sunny Days & Lucas's High School Fight Club | EP. 30

After three weeks off, Fight Life Unfiltered is back. Lucas opens up about the concussion he suffered in training that forced him to withdraw from his scheduled LFA fight in South Dakota this September. The guys dig into the mental and physical grind of recovery, and how he’s been working to get back to full strength.
Justin shares his own recent transformation—dropping weight through fasting and a sharper focus on nutrition—and how that kind of discipline could influence Lucas’s approach moving forward.
The conversation also dives into the action from 247 Fighting Championships’ debut at the brand-new Sunny Days Arena: the wild “Branko Busick Ninja Choke,” TJ Sloan’s third straight amateur victory, and Kyle O’Hare’s dominant debut win via rear naked choke. Justin even presses Lucas on how long Kyle can—or should—keep up his dancing persona as his career moves forward.
Lucas even shares a story about when he had a fight club in high school, go figure! 
 
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Another Big Fight Booked, UFC at the White House & Conor McGregor Fighting Bare Knuckle | EP. 29

In this episode of Fight Life Unfiltered, Lucas “Steel City” Seibert drops a bombshell right at the top—he’s officially signed for his second fight in LFA on August 15 against another undefeated opponent in Sioux Falls, SD. We break down what this matchup means, how a win could rocket him even closer to a UFC contract, and why every moment matters in a career that’s starting to move fast.
We also dive into the wild rumor that the UFC might host an event at the White House next year to celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s founding—what that could look like and who we’d want to see on that card. Plus, we recap all the action from UFC 317, preview the upcoming Derrick Lewis Fight Night headliner, and give predictions for some huge fights on the horizon.
 
If you’re a fan of the fight game, you don’t want to miss this one.
 
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LFA Debut Breakdown, Jon Jones Retires & Steel City's Next Move | EP. 28

In this episode of Fight Life Unfiltered, Lucas “Steel City” Seibert returns fresh off his LFA debut to give a full post-fight rundown. He opens up about what it was like fighting for a major promotion, how the experience impacted his mindset, and what it could mean for the next chapter in his career. Lucas breaks down his performance—where he shined, where he needs to level up, and how this fight fits into the bigger picture.
Justin and Lucas also dig into Jon Jones’ official retirement announcement, sharing thoughts on his legacy, and make their early predictions for the Ilia Topuria vs. Charles Oliveira lightweight banger on the horizon.
If you’re a fan of the grind, the mindset, and the moments that define careers—this one’s for you.
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Fight Week for LFA Debut, Mirror Neurons, The Tightest Guillotine Ever | EP. 27

Just five days out from his LFA debut on Friday, June 20, Lucas “Steel City” Seibert sits down for one last post-fight update before stepping back into the cage. In this episode, we dig into the mindset and preparation behind this moment—how Lucas is approaching the biggest opportunity of his career so far and why he’s chasing greatness with relentless intent.
 
Lucas opens up about the tightest guillotine of his life from his last fight and how the decision not to give up became a defining moment in his journey. We also dive into how he uses mirror neurons to study and embody the movements of his favorite fighters—training his mind and body to flow like the greats.
 
Whether you’re a fighter, fan, or someone trying to push through your own battles, this one will hit home.
 
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Was it Really an Upset?, Best T-Shirts in MMA & Creating a Winning Mindset | EP. 26

In this episode of Fight Life Unfiltered, hosts Lucas Seibert and Justin Jones dive into a packed discussion full of wins and wisdom.
Lucas recaps his dominant performance in Atlantic City, where he took out the 2025 NCAA National Wrestling Champion Lucas Byrd in a high-level Fury Grappling showdown. The guys break down the match, the mindset, and the moments where greatness reveals itself—and how being ready to seize those moments makes all the difference.
They also unveil Lucas’s brand new limited edition T-shirts in collaboration with Underdog Apparel, now available while supplies last. These are clean, bold, and built for those chasing greatness—just like the show.
Lucas opens up about how his sports psychology degree and his work with Wrestling Mindset have played a major role in his mental edge inside the cage and on the mat.
 
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This one’s about recognizing your moment—and owning it!

From Dad Bod to Savage: Pat Cranston’s Journey, UFC Talk & Byrna Business Moves | EP. 25

In this episode of Fight Life Unfiltered, Lucas and Justin are joined by special guest Pat Cranston — a purple belt at Stout Jiu-Jitsu, one of Justin’s main training partners, and a consistent sponsor of Lucas’s fight career. Pat shares his inspiring transformation from an out-of-shape, middle-aged guy into a jiu-jitsu savage with a whole new outlook on life.
The crew dives into recent UFC action, Justin’s hilariously questionable new facial hair, and Pat’s exciting new venture as a licensed distributor for Byrna — a fast-growing non-lethal firearm company. From fighting to family protection, this episode packs plenty of laughs, insight, and motivation.
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Grappling an NCAA Champ, Justin’s 20 Dogs & Islam vs. Sean Brady?? | EP. 24

In this episode of Fight Life Unfiltered, Justin drops a wild truth—you won’t believe he had over 20 dogs growing up. The guys also dive into Lucas’s upcoming high-stakes grappling match against 2025 NCAA wrestling champ Lucas Byrd, and what it means to face elite-level wrestlers in pure grappling.
Things get serious as they tackle the unfortunate realities of head trauma in MMA, discussing long-term risks and the importance of awareness for fighters at all levels. Then they they ask an interesting question... will we see a matchup between Sean Brady and Islam Makhachev at 170, and if so, who wins?
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