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Misogyny in the Ultimate Fighting Championship

When Forrest Griffin tweeted a joke about rape, he set off a firestorm of anger among women and mothers. They see the MMA as very unsuitable role model for children and have spoken out about it. Ricki Barlow was condemned for bringing MMA fighter Frank Mir to speak to local children. The critics join us to talk about what they say are the problems with the UFC.

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