Campbell McLaren shares UFC's origins in new podcast series launching June 12
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 8, 2026, 8:38 PM
Last updated Jun 8, 2026
UFC Co-Founder Campbell McLaren discusses the early years of the organization in his new podcast series, 'There Are No Rules with Campbell McLaren,' debuting June 12. The series will revisit the first 12 UFC events and feature guests including UFC 1 champion Royce Gracie. McLaren aims to correct misconceptions about the UFC's beginnings, reflecting on the challenges faced during its inception, such as public backlash and pressure from cable operators. The podcast also intends to highlight celebrity connections that influenced the UFC's rise.
- •McLaren co-founded UFC amid significant public opposition.
- •The podcast will explore early UFC events and their impact.
- •Guests include notable figures like Royce Gracie and Christian Gudegast.
- •McLaren seeks to clarify the misconceptions of the UFC's origins.
- •The series launches just before a key anniversary event in Washington, D.C.
- 8:38 PMYahoo Sports — TST Exclusive: UFC Co-Founder Campbell McLaren sets the record straight in new podcast series
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