# CHRIS LEBEN talks UFC ups and downs, sobriety, bare knuckle fighting and more.

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Podcast: [Geeking Out with Matt Serra](https://stenobird.com/podcast/geeking-out-with-matt-serra-7010643)
Published: 2025-06-19T18:14:00+00:00
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On todays episode, Matt Serra talks with UFCvet Chris Leben. They discuss the first cast of TUF and how it was being in the house and what they expected. Leben talks about the expecations after the show and instant fame. They discuss the road to sobriety for Leben and his battles in the cage. #ufc #fights #leben #TUF #titles #bareknuckleboxing

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