Tom Aspinall NOT interested in fighting for UFC interim heavyweight title…

[@orwellian-reality]

Is it just me or did the heavyweight division just get really interesting really fast

[@joshuaisoff9423]

It did! May have my most anticipated fights in that division right now. Whole UFC roster is getting pretty interesting!

[@AutomotiveMo]

YES

[@prestoncassise4813]

😆

[@unclejunior2668]

it’s just you.. HW division is horrible..

[@Knux914]

yeah clitface

[@alexandergunn8693]

Just want to take a look at the top 5 here. Stipe: Most heavyweight defences, 1-1 with Ngannou and deserves a Trilogy. Jones: One of the GOATS, main event fighter moving up a division. Gane: Former interim champ, undefeated except Ngannou. Tuivasa: Fan favourite with a fun style on a hot streak. Aspinall: The hottest prospect in the division. Did something to Volkov that nobody has ever done. All of these names are a main event attraction, no matter which way you matchmake them. Nobody knows who is the best in this group because they have never faced each other. Any two of these guys could fight for the interim belt.

[@JOHN-zl5kw]

Tui vs Gane. Gane got outpointed and sat on. Tui is 🔥 hot. He earned it

[@smokingrodballs2735]

Lewis also always around for a fun fight too

[@luboiltchev]

Uu

[@Janny890]

Aspinall is most likely going to take a few more fights to build his hype and experience. Ngannou and Gane both got pushed when they looked unstoppable and it didn’t end well the first time around.

[@Csibu89]

you dont understand Chael's point. In many ways, a Jairzinho or a Blaydes, or even a Oleynik can be just as hard a matchup for anyone as a Derrick Lewis or a Stipe Miocic. If you can get the title shot or the interim title shot, you have to go for it as it may just be as hard but with a much higher reward. Tom should be in the discussion for these fights now. He may as well just be the best heavyweight there is already.

[@genie9193]

Casual alert

[@geo5291]

... so what

[@Feckin_Ejit]

@@genie9193 grow up FFS!

[@fleshen]

@@genie9193 Really!

[@hunchojackjackhuncho68]

I’m gonna be honest, I love the Tai Tuivasa callout. I would LOVE to watch that fight

[@charliewaters2259]

Both got the 2 biggest finishing runs in heavyweight division would be so sick

[@samvad6638]

Kind of feel like it's too early for these two. They need to build up that fight a bit more. But these two are definitely the future of the HW division

[@jfleming6870]

@@samvad6638 stop. tai beat 3. aspinall beat 5. theyre ready. especially tai. its an injustice if that mans next fight isnt for the belt

[@asimpson164]

I worry that Bam Bam is gonna get taken down and look like a turtle on his back. Seems like the skill disparity might be too much.

[@frostyaces4103]

Would be fun but I doubt they want their 2 new stars fighting each other. Gotta keep building them up

[@kevinthegreat2141]

Chael P Sonnen once challenged the Chael P Sonnen from an alternate dimension in the multi-verse to a " Trial By Combat" . After the match had ended both Chaels never lost a minute of every single round, and both remained undisputed and undefeated....

[@jrbird1983]

Chael fought Chael and the winner was Rickson Gracie by Armbar.

[@theshape3988]

Dude, dry it up. Chael is a journeyman

[@kevinthegreat2141]

@@theshape3988 what planet are you originally from? and how long have been on Earth?

[@RRP1992]

Chael, did you not see the octagon interview after the Volkov fight ? Aspinall called out #3 ranked Tuivasa.

[@tysonfuryplays850]

Such a perfect matchmaking fight right there. Both big fanbases, and I feel that both are just slightly outside of that title picture with Jon Jones, Stipe, Gane and Nganou all clear runners. I really think if Aspinall vs Tuivisa gets scheduled then it really sends them into that spot. Ideally then the winner vs Gane.

[@juliencamus3523]

I also heard some insight after Aspinall call out Tuivasa. A meeting between Gane's clan and Aspinall happened after UFC London, it seems like Aspinall wants Tuivasa as he's next oppenent and discussed a future fight with Gane right after. I dont know if all those infos are true but it has been said on a interview by Gane's coach Fernand Lopez. He also said Aspinall is a real problem for any fighter in the division

[@tysonfuryplays850]

@@juliencamus3523 makes absolute sense. The belt is kinda tied up with Jon Jones/Stipe situation, both calling for the belt. But Gane is so technical, as is Aspinall. If he gets through Tuivasa, then that fight will be huge imo. Gane doesn’t have the biggest fan base but that’s the perfect fight for both.

[@RRP1992]

@@tysonfuryplays850 Aspinal is yet to prove against top 5 guys. Anyway, I am just wondering why hasn't UFC already announced the Stipe vs Jones fight for the interim title for June/July.

[@joshuachurchwell7323]

Yeah we know you could and still can beat them all Chael. The best MMA fighter ever!

[@Otisbear480]

Don't complain if people block you

[@joshuachurchwell7323]

@@Otisbear480 Hahaha! So funny! I respect Chael for what he has done in mma and he really does know his shit. True legend of the sport.

[@geo5291]

He's gonna lose to the law.

[@user-md1zm5xp2x]

@@Otisbear480 who blocks on KZbin 😭

[@jamiedavies5217]

I’m happy watching him fight anyone in all honesty..

[@josephynealvarez6134]

Since we don’t know where Stipe is at I would love to see Tom vs Tuivasa

[@phightphan6718]

Agreed he will most likely run right through him but that is the move for sure. Lol Stipe is still at fight night!!! 🤣

[@brandonmaynard9507]

Yup. I was saying that after he won in London

[@Rowsy91]

only downside is for the UFC you derail one of your two popular up and comers. Although this would definitely a fight that does well as a fight night main event or as a strong top 3 fight in a PPV Im thinking maybe Blaydes vs Aspinal and Tai vs Rozenstruik if he wins next weekend Maybe Aspinal vs Gane but i think Gane takes that.. I hope they dont give Tom gane right away

[@phightphan6718]

@@Rowsy91 yeah but Tee avas is heading towards that path anyway most for sure w that tanking

[@SpodyOdy]

Tom vs Rozenstruik, Tui, or Lewis. Blaydes needs to fight Gane. Stipe vs Jones

[@rhull3939]

Chael Sonnen. The Lord of uttering a million words without saying a thing.

[@deansuttle8438]

I didn't watch this because I knew this is what it would be lol

[@ndavideze633]

I agree with you totally

[@Nubian-fx]

Nah bro but deadass i be so confused i be trying so hard to pay attention but i get lost😹😹

[@captainsausage1767]

Big fan of Tom 🇬🇧 he can’t let you get close

[@gucciserg8093]

We should give Chael the title and let these scrubs fight for the interim title

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

Womens Assaultweight belt

[@devincross325]

I want to see him fights rosensrtuick then blades. 💪🏼 Your a beast Chael🙏🏼💪🏼

[@Archbishop-Desmond-Tutu]

Sign me up

[@flochfitness]

I like it

[@christofarnucc1344]

i like it too

[@cncshorts1075]

When i heard him talking like that i instantly thought about uncle chael and how he’d feel about it lol

[@brain7890]

Aspinall vs blaydes is the fight I want to see for #1 contender or at least whatever the next big step is available depending on Jones and stipe

[@mikeposner8563]

I thought that was Aneson Gib or whatever his name is in the thumbnail. That kid Jake Paul boxed before Nate. Looks just like him

[@DonTrump2024]

Depending on if Gane has improved his Ground game I see Tom beating him and beating Francis more easily if he gets him on the ground but if Gane improved his ground game a lot then I see Gane winning his next fight then beating Francis because Ganes striking pretty Elite all he needs to do is fix his ground game and he’ll be hard to beat

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

Gane pillowfisted for a HW too.

[@bogdar2019]

Blaydes fucks Gane up, no problem

[@andrewwolf4963]

I wanna see Tom fight Blaydes I think it would be a great fight that would either help Tom propel himself in the rankings against a reasonable opponent that was once thought to be a contender , or it’ll help Curtis get back in the right mind set

[@rickybobby38]

I like it ...both guys can grapple, both have good hands & it's the classic US vs UK rivalry

[@bogdar2019]

Blaydes is a beast. He would fuck up Aspinal

[@rickybobby38]

@Wildcard Wasn't going to mention Daukaus at all ... You do realize wrestling is a part of grappling right, so not quite sure how you can say Curtis has no grappling when you call him a power wrestler ... Also I never said Tom & Curtis' striking was on the same level (Tom trained with the Fury's, he obviously has a huge technique advantage here), I just said they both have good hands (as in they can actually strike on the feet, unlike some other HW fighters that don't seem to have a clue). I would favour Tom in this fight, if it ever happens, and it would be another solid name on his growing UFC record (since he appears to want to build up a solid body of work before going for the title)

[@Christcrusader98]

@@rickybobby38 Tom would beat Curtis fence to fence and if Curtis managed to take him down then he’s going to get submitted 🤣🤣🤣

[@rickybobby38]

@Wildcard Everything you're saying just strengthens the case for a Tom/Curtis fight - it puts Tom in there with someone that fans identify as being a wrestler (not on the DC level of wrestling, very few are, but still has a respectable level of skill), and would allow him to showcase more of his skills

[@chizzelfingers]

undefeated never lost a round....the great chael sonnen.....my favorite fighter now my favorite KZbin channel . Aaaannddddd ssttiillllllll

[@chaosdromanah8620]

Tom Vs Curtis is the next fight to make

[@iverson8484]

Let’s see Aspinall fight Curtis Blaydes. It makes since as a solid test for him. Would rather see Tuivasa fight Gane. Doesn’t make sense to put two up-and-coming fighters like Tom and Tia against each other at this point. Also, Stipe vs Jones.

[@mangohub3252]

Call you mystic mac because you predict these things

[@tracylomax1888]

Chanel what brand are them trainers you got on your feet mate

[@taterpuddin2592]

I love how humble Aspinall is. He recognizes that there's guys who deserve a shot above him. That said, I want to see him there soon. Hopefully he makes it past the HW top 5 ABSOLUTE RINGER that exists now.

[@gsutherland3614]

i absolutely do NOT want to see him fight Tuivasa at this point, simply because I like them both and don't want to see either of them lose. selfish maybe, but for the UFC to make a fight that would derail 1 of 2 of the hottest hype trains out there.... bad marketing in my opinion.

[@GunnLeonn]

I’m the same way

[@ZWhiskey]

Tom deserves it far more than Jones. Tom can get some ppv points after. Which means something for Tom because Jon couldn’t draw money with a green crayon and a piece of paper.

[@Rowsy91]

Tom aint beating the top guys, not yet i dont think Id take Francis, Gane, Jones and maybe Stipe over him. Stipe only an iffy cause of his age maybe catching up

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

Jon is one of the biggest draws in ufc history, what are you talking about. Like Tom Aspenwho is gonna pull more buys than Jones lmao

[@chaosdromanah8620]

Zach is tripping big time

[@williamshaheen4509]

Chael you mispronounced his name, it is Aspinwall with a W

[@Ph6enix]

Aslong as jones and stipe arent fighting for interim. Literally the best heavy and light heavy champs ever are they not above fighting for interims lol no chance

[@Rowsy91]

It will be interim. Francis is still the champ. If he doesnt return after surgery then Jones or Stipe get promoted to undisputed champ. If francis signs a new deal they fight for unification and a huge payday (esp if its Jon Jones)

[@davidduran5659]

@@Rowsy91 no way Jones accepts an interim title fight, he wouldn't put it all on the line for that astriks next to his double champ status if he doesn't beat ngannou after. Jones will only come back for undisputed gold and a big pay check, nothing less

[@seansavattere9163]

@@davidduran5659 yes he would if they $$ h and its stipe or tai

[@pulrab7135]

An Interim champ is the guy who’s the champ while the real champ is gone for the moment. And seeing as how the current champ beat Stipe, and how Jones has literally never fought in the division, it’s safe to say they are not above the role of being the guy in charge while Francis is out

[@nunyabizwacks6711]

@@seansavattere9163 lmao no way Jon would fight Tai for an interim title

[@MKP_1331]

I like how, and he’s even said this, he wants to take things slow and not rush his career. Daukus rushed into top 10 fights and he wasn’t ready as we all saw twice. Obviously aspinal is way better but I can respect how he wants to slowly progress through the ranks and earn more and more money and maybe have a new contract when he fights the big names

[@calumrobertson9825]

YOU LEARNT HOW TO SAY HIS NAME IM SO PROUD !!!!!!!

[@kale8802]

Tom vs Tai, Curtis vs Ciryl, Stipe vs Jon and Derrick vs Andrei. Maybe Volkov vs Daukaus

[@Austin123.]

Like that honestly, plus I feel like he doesn't wanna become a champion via interim. Think he wants to beat the Champion and take his belt, not a vacant one.

[@Gggg-mb9nx]

I like when he said, "if you can still go five rounds then take their check back", because they didn't use all of their energy aka, they held back, didn't give it their all, they didn't utilize their full potential, they are absolutely correct.

[@JT1892_]

Tom beats Gane and Ngannou at the same time

[@KellyfromMemphisDD214]

Lol…probably

[@chaosdromanah8620]

Bruh

[@indravrtrahaana763]

Dillon Dannis beats all three together.

[@laurbster2680]

i agree. why the hell do we always need a new interim fight

[@Rowsy91]

well last time it was a message to francis for holding out on contract talks. I agree it was quick to name an interim title This time they 100p have to have an interim title. Ngannou is out for the entire year. You cant just have 0 HW title fights for 12 months. Ngannou might not even come back. Div needs to move on and if Francis returns to the UFC next year he can unify the titles. If not the interim champ is not the undisputed champ

[@pulrab7135]

Well this could have been Francis’s FIRST Interim situation if the UFC had given him a month to heal the first time. But instead they made an interim fight between Gane and Lewis so they could sell a PPV in Houston, so that’s not really his fault

[@kev84mg]

Love Aspinall. Such a classy fighter. I can see him being the HW champion eventually!

[@MrBarborosa]

Not if Ngannou is around.

[@noname-yb3nh]

Without ngannou. If ngannou is there it's night night for this guy I don't care how good was his last performance

[@KellyfromMemphisDD214]

@B Sell I know right! And Aspinall also made Volkov look like a freaking amateur and dominated him. We know very LITTLE of Tom’s overall talent, I mean he has the ufc record for the quickest first 5 fight victories ffs

[@SteveTidz]

You yanks just don’t know lol 😂

[@DonTrump2024]

He’s beats Francis especially once he gets him on the ground

[@thehangman3105]

Serious question. Are these broken down clips from one long podcast or is the the intended format?

[@mmairet1]

This is why we need HW like JDS. Good, solid guys who can help sharpen the division…. Need new blood and vet blood in the same pool.

[@spiderwebbmarketing]

Coach Chael may God bless you and your family

[@john55017]

aspinall vs blaydes. stipe vs jones for belt

[@miggs80]

The interim belt doesn’t make you a world champion anyway so I don’t blame any fighter who turns it down. Only one real champ per weight class.

[@johbsilva4984]

You know things are serious when Uncle C is talkin out of both sides of his mouth

[@AbdelAziz0205]

I have followed you for a long time Chael.You are the elite of the elite.I feel like you haven't been honest lately and that sucks,that was my favorite characteristic trait of yours.🤧

[@alexharrisdirector]

Uncle Chael, you always say you read comments: I have a dynamite feature film IP, the promoter character's written to be played by you. You'd love the film, love the role, I'm certain. I know you're a very busy man; how can I get a 5 minute meeting?

[@mohnjarx7801]

I think he's pulling a Paddy move but not coming out and saying it. I think he wants bigger money to fight big fights.

[@Chicken-Chaser]

Yeah if he can remain undefeated by the time the ufc offers him another contract, they’ll likely give him a meaningful pay increase. That said he did call out Tai, who definitely isn’t an easy fight.

[@1jaedan]

@@Chicken-Chaser 1. Tom isn’t undefeated 2. Tai is quite an easy fight for Aspinall

[@JohnNada80]

@@1jaedan He's undefeated in the UFC.

[@remipete5924]

Jon Jones vs Stipe (Undisputed) Ciryl Gane vs Tai Tuivasa Tom Aspinall vs Derick Lewis/Curtis Blaydes

[@remipete5924]

Two up and coming stars, why would Tai Tuivasa and Tom Aspinall fight right now? Francis will have been out 12+ months by the time he comes back, Jon Jones relinquished his L-HW belt a month after winning it. People wanted to strip aljo after 3 months because of surgery.

[@RossTheNinja]

The sensible move is to let the top fighters fight each other and see how they can be beaten while building his skills.

[@gingerprivilege421]

I think Aspinwall v. Blaydes should happen.

[@NobodyCollects]

I wanna see him fight Blades.

[@jrbird1983]

Tom vs Tui or Tom vs Rosenstruk

[@ianshead6956]

I feel like every year there is a division that stands out and is just stacked

[@dannysanchez6721]

What shoes are those sonnen? They look nice lol

[@bighaze2901]

Khamzat is a living example of your entire point

[@oberrific8513]

Happy Birthday uncle Chael!

[@pthompson8447]

I can vouch for everything your saying about Arlovski. Cause they made a fan outta me for sure. He was by far my favorite fighter and I couldn't even tell ya why I felt that way if im honest about it lol

[@Mandoop8]

AspinWall v Surreal Gong would be sick

[@stevenmishos]

I'll go with Aspinall vs Gane and do it during the UFC's return to the UK (will make it a success even if Gane still doesn't want to promote his own fights, and also removes Gane from the #2 spot if it turns out he doesn't belong there... or solidify his spot, but I suspect he doesn't). Top 10 to save you from a search because nobody knows where to find it... FRANCIS NGANNOU Ciryl Gane Stipe Miocic Tai Tuivasa Curtis Blaydes Derrick Lewis Tom Aspinall Alexander Volkov Jairzinho Rozenstruik Chris Daukaus

[@justingreen4450]

This Aspinwall video is the internet gold we all deserve.

[@canadianmmaguy7511]

Who

[@matthewmayfield8095]

Chael is the drunk dad we all gather round to listen to him babble off nothing for 10-15 minutes and we love it.

[@jeremyjordan6786]

Dude is smart. He needs that Blaydes fight to get tested and see Whatsup

[@UAPReportingCenter]

Tested?? You obviously don't know Volkov then..

[@jerodzaleski3436]

Curtis Blaydes

[@KellyfromMemphisDD214]

I would love to see him vs Gane, but why not Lewis, Blaydes, Rosenstruik then Gane. He told Darren Till to quit pushing Gane in public appearances…I actually think he has the skills and talent to beat Gane, but I am really becoming a total fan girl over him at this point so I am completely biased. But I know one thing, I bet NO ONE is going to volunteer after he make Volkov look almost like an amateur!

[@eveningstar7812]

Aspinall vs rozenstruik or Derrick Lewis, Gane vs Blaydes, Tuivasa vs Volkov or Spivak 2 and Stipe vs Jones.

[@jasonyoung8459]

I want to see him fight Tai Tuivasa.Skill wise I think is a great matchup for both.

[@asimpson164]

Chael's top three ranked heavyweights appear to be in a rock, paper, scissors scenario where each fighter has an opponent they ought to get beaten by and one they ought to beat. Tom and Tai looked damn good last time out but there is a big gap between the champ plus Chael's top 3 and everyone else. Chael's 4, 5, and 6 are kind of in the same boat. Tom ought to beat Tai, Tai ought to beat Curtis, and Curtis ought to beat Tom. A fighter from this group should call out the fighter they ought to beat and if they win call out the fighter in the next group with the most similar style to the fighter they just beat. Then it's title shot next. I left Jones out because if he is living as a bachelor then it is only a matter of time until his next epic fail. With no fight contract and no family to go home to Jon only has training and free time, and Jon has traditionally had trouble with too much time on his hands.

[@Christcrusader98]

Curtis wouldn’t beat Tom, toms jiu jitsu is so slick and he’s a much better striker

[@yggdrasil7588]

Tom vs Gane

[@MVRosie]

I would love to ciryl vs aspinal I think that would be a amazing fight

[@jameswalker4291]

I'm upset that he's backing away from the Interim title tbh that's more $ and notoriety. Let's be honest anyone of the fantasy fights can fall apart so Aspinal selling himself short is not good. I respect his skills but his hunger needs to be like "Clubber Lang" (hopefully ppl know the reference. Hunt down all your competition in and out the ring, or just get forgotten. Let's go a step further, your skills will get you far until you lose...Chael is proof your "mouth" will get you further.

[@erikbialas9160]

I wanna see tuivasa vs aspinal in a ufc fight

[@lucidleroy3665]

Tom is the future of the heavyweight division. Also damn right you climbed those spots uncle chael, it's about selling fights first and foremost. The best ain't always very entertaining.

[@LambSauceWill]

The Tai fight is very exciting to me and winner should be able to fight for the interim after

[@3278scott]

Tom vs. Rosenstruck or Blaydes. Afterwards, if he wins, Gane or Tai. Then the championship.

[@papaburgundy71]

He's the man to beat Francis, watch!

[@theshape3988]

Lmao nope hes not

[@papaburgundy71]

@@theshape3988 very insightful, you've swayed me lol

[@jamesbaggett3655]

Francis knocks that kid to hong kong, get outta here. Stipe, Gane and Jones beat him. He can take Blaydes, Lewis and Tai.

[@papaburgundy71]

@@jamesbaggett3655 MMA math

[@indravrtrahaana763]

Well everyone beats Francis until they get inside octagon with him.

[@Rowsy91]

i mean kinda hard to make an argumen that Ngannou is not a harder fight than someone like Tai or Blaydes who I think are the most like two people he could be matched with next. Maybe Rozenstruik if he wins next weekend I dont think they throw Aspinal to the wolves by giving him Gane just yet. Im with everyone on Aspinal being a great fighter. Gane beats him though. Its like people forgot how scary good Gane is. Aspinal aint a truck that can just lay down on Gane for 3 rounds

[@thomaskeery3039]

tom should fight tai winner gets next title shot cause after jon stipe only one of the two can fight the winner yet they are both in place assuming francis doesnt come back

[@chancemoore2098]

Full effort no quit that's right. Cains list of fights are legit top 3 if we're talk danger

[@aleksandarpetrovic9772]

Give Tom Curtis Blaydes and let’s call it a day! Both came off of main event wins and Curtis’ wrestling will be a test for him.

[@KinnereyB]

Yet again Uncle Chael showers wisdom. The Secret is real and works both ways in life. The documentary is better (bc I’ve never read the book - see?), but you have to believe it and make it so real you unconsciously think it. That’s all a paradigm shift is, but you have to be militant about it, not just consistent.

[@allthatpodcast9633]

Probably pretty obvious but I'm thinking Curtis Blaydes vs Tom Aspinall - main event

[@Abell_lledA]

Narrative of Self is the result of a feedback loop between “Separate Self” & Cosmos🎈

[@stuartsproul4894]

I want him and blades !!!

[@samerhamze3551]

Chael sonnen, the greatest

[@chrisokeefe885]

I love that the top 5 heavyweights, has 6 contenders, plus Derrick Lewis. What a time to be alive

[@Razear]

He didn't even need to make that statement because I don't think anyone would seriously consider putting him in a title fight when there's so many other names the UFC would place ahead of him.

[@airriflemaniac]

Na, the UFC is hungry for a UK star, a heavyweight UK star in the UFC's eyes would be accelerated into title positions; see Till.

[@marklower007]

Neither are we

[@superduty2023]

Tapped

[@rickybobby38]

Glad to see Uncle Chael acknowledge that Colby isn't working hard enough to finish his fights

[@Budtuhrdhj]

i mean we don’t always need to rush things, he’s gonna be a champ soon jusy wait 👍

[@CosmicGiggleMusic]

“Sillyousness” brilliant

[@rhouser1280]

I guess Tai or Derek, maybe Blades, where else do you go

[@daltonriser1125]

Have him fight Curtis blaydes

[@kimblecheat]

Like your trainers Chael-what are they?

[@Hunter_s_morrison]

I heard chale won a handicap match against 2 senior citizens Still undefeated!

[@KeenKong52]

After what he did to Volkov i dont see too many guys calling his number by choice, Maybe Tuivasa has the nuts but i think thats a bad fight for him....Tom will have him on his back 30 seconds in

[@rochardliverpool962]

Tom vs Curtis blades ?

[@jkrammer1205]

Free Cain !

[@JJ98JJ98]

Lewis? What are we thinking?

[@SteveTidz]

Tommy aspinall Aspinall tooooooooommmmyyyyy Aspinallll na na na na na na na na naaaaa

[@talon4588]

I'd always watch Tai fight anyone but I'd like to see Aspinall vs. Gane

[@seetsamolapo5600]

Gane has to work on his wrasslin

[@talon4588]

@@seetsamolapo5600 yeah that's fair

[@joefosh]

Tom Aspinall just needs a memorable catchphrase, much like Paul Buentello's "Don't fear ME..."