Renato Moicano, Alice Pereira, guest co-host Phoenix Carnevale

UFC Unfiltered with Jim Norton and Matt Serra48mApril 2, 2026

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Renato Moicano, the 37-year-old veteran UFC lightweight, opens up about his mindset heading into a high-stakes main event against rising contender Chris Duncan, framing the fight not just as a career reset but as a statement of longevity. He admits to past mistakes—like the infamous 'Speedos' KO loss—but emphasizes that his hunger hasn't faded. What’s striking is his radical honesty: he doesn’t just want to win, he wants to feel that 'heavenly' post-fight high again, even if it means chasing that dopamine rush like a 'crackhead.' Yet beneath the bravado, Moicano reveals a deeper philosophy—his family, not the spotlight, is his true legacy. He’s not just fighting for money or fame; he’s building a future where he can retire on investments, teach jiu-jitsu, and live freely. Meanwhile, newcomer Elise Pereira (not Alice) shares her own journey from action movie dreams to the cage, revealing she never watched UFC as a kid—her inspiration was Rocky Balboa. Her confidence is palpable, and her walkout song? A 50 Cent track chosen not for lyrics, but for the 'action movie training montage' vibe it gives her. The episode pulses with generational contrast: Moicano’s seasoned pragmatism versus Pereira’s fresh fire, both united by the same truth—this sport isn’t just about fighting, it’s about identity, legacy, and the relentless pursuit of that one perfect moment when the world stops and you’re floating in the stars.

Key Takeaways
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Moicano admits he’s chasing the 'heavenly' post-fight high like a 'crackhead'—the rush of victory is so powerful it drives his career.

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His biggest accomplishment isn’t a belt or a title—it’s his family, which he values above all else, even retirement plans.

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Moicano plans to retire on investments and dividends, not fighting, and is already building a jiu-jitsu school with Marlon Moraes.

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Elise Pereira’s inspiration wasn’t UFC—it was Rocky Balboa and action movies, proving a new generation is drawn to the sport’s cinematic soul.

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She chose her walkout song based on beat and vibe, not lyrics, to channel an 'action movie training montage' energy.

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Welcome to UFC Unfiltered: Chaos, Comedy, and the Cage

The episode kicks off with chaotic energy—Jim Norton and Matt Serra riffing on jiu-jitsu moves, voice fatigue, and the absurdity of life. Phoenix Carnevale’s voice is hoarse from teaching a 7 a.m. class, and the hosts dive into the 'bread cutter' technique, setting a playful tone. The real focus? The upcoming main event and the arrival of Renato Moicano.

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Renato Moicano: The Veteran’s Mindset and the Ghost of 2025

I ran into that shit. Listen, I just got to take accountability. I ran. I didn't have the fight IQ.

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10 min

The Business of Brotherhood: Training Partners and the Fight Within

It's business. I still give the guy shit. He goes, oh, well, I was only helping him. Yeah, helping him to choke me. You fuck.

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10 min

The Real Prize: Family, Legacy, and Life After the Cage

My biggest accomplishment in my life was to have my family and to be able to provide for them. So it doesn't matter...

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10 min

Elise Pereira: From Action Movies to the Octagon

I found this song my entrance song from 50 Cent almost by accident... It makes me go back to the days when I was like shadowboxing in the living room while watching the movies.

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High-Impact Quotes
able to dive off of a cliff. I want to know how high that cliff is. Is it higher than what I was in Hawaii on Dana White looking for a fight?
Phoenix Carnevale48:14
Viral: 90.0
It's business. I still give the guy shit. He goes, oh, well, I was only helping him. Yeah, helping him to choke me. You fuck.
Renato Moicano13:17
Viral: 88.0
I ran into that shit. Listen, I just got to take accountability. I ran. I didn't have the fight IQ.
Renato Moicano4:00
Viral: 82.0
Speakers

Hosts

Jim NortonMatt Serra

Guests

Renato MoicanoElise PereiraPhoenix Carnevale
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