All Apexes Are Bastards - UFC Perth Preview | Ep. 403

The Level Change Podcast dives into the chaotic, underwhelming UFC Perth card with scathing honesty, calling it 'dismal' and 'top-heavy'—a lineup that prioritizes spectacle over substance. Hosts Stephanie Haynes and Victor Rodriguez open with a blistering critique of the film *Apex*, a Netflix thriller starring Charlize Theron that they describe as a 'great premise gone downhill' and a 'dumb-ass role' that undermines Theron’s legacy. They compare it to Taylor Sheridan’s formulaic storytelling, where strong female leads are made to make illogical decisions. The podcast then shifts to a deep dive on the UFC card, where they express disbelief at the inclusion of fighters like Tai Tuivasa (on a six-fight losing streak) and Junior Tafa, questioning the logic behind such bookings. Despite the weak undercard, they spotlight Marwan Rahiki as a rising star and predict a dominant performance in his featherweight bout. They also critique the UFC’s ticketing strategy—releasing seats in small, overpriced chunks to exploit FOMO—calling it a 'mega million gate' machine. The hosts’ overall sentiment is one of frustration with the sport’s direction, but genuine excitement for the few high-caliber fights that remain.