UFC Isn’t Forever—Julian Erosa on Losing, Getting Released, and Fighting Again

Julian Erosa steps into the On The Edge Podcast, bringing raw honesty about the fight game—what it takes to survive, get cut, get rehired, and fight like your paycheck depends on it (because it does). Scott Groves digs into Julian’s wild ride through the UFC, from Ultimate Fighter trials to last-minute fights against killers, brutal weight cuts, and the mental game behind staying ready. No sugarcoating, no clichés—just a real fighter breaking down the highs, lows, and absolute chaos of life in the cage.

Key Takeaways:
The Cut List Survivor: Julian's multiple escapes from the UFC chopping block.
Inside The Ultimate Fighter: The real story - drama, politics, and redemption.
Short-Notice Specialist: Julian's always-ready, never-say-no approach to fights.
The Weight-Cut War: The unseen battle before the cage door closes.
Fighter's Mindset: Never comfortable, always prepared for the unexpected.
The Hustle: Life as a fighter inside and outside the octagon.

Chapters:
00:00:00 - The Bell Rings, But Who’s Stepping In?
00:00:47 - Surviving the Brawl Inside and Outside the Cage
00:01:53 - A Fighter’s Rollercoaster: The UFC Odyssey Begins
00:04:35 - The Wild West of MMA: Before the Big Lights
00:08:34 - Blood, Sweat, and a Personal Life
00:15:39 - The Leap: When "Amateur" No Longer Applies
00:31:08 - The What-Ifs: Doors That Almost Opened
00:32:19 - A Win That Raised Eyebrows Across the Atlantic
00:36:20 - House Rules: Fight or Fade Away
00:39:16 - So You Survived the Show... Now What?
00:49:06 - When Fighting Isn’t Just Physical, It’s Emotional
00:51:22 - Mind Games: Training the Most Important Muscle
01:01:07 - Brutality Up Close: The Cost of a Dream
01:21:53 - Corner Men, Chess Masters, and the Secret to Success
01:28:36 - Throwing Punches, Changing Diapers
01:34:00 - The Fatherhood Effect on a Warrior’s Mindset
01:36:05 - The Andy Varela Effect: Training with the Best
01:44:15 - The Unwritten Future of a UFC Gladiator
01:52:55 - Blood, Glory, and What It All Means

Links and Resources:
Julian on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/julian_erosa
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Julian_Erosa
UFC Stats: http://ufcstats.com/fighter-details/902ec2cc48c8ae8a
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