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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC

Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC

Brendan Fitzgerald

In-depth interviews with top performers in the UFC world. Use life lessons from these world-class athletes to win at what you're fighting for! Welcome to Fitz Nation.
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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - 154: Arman Tsarukyan's A+ at UFC Austin, Ian Garry has already won

154: Arman Tsarukyan's A+ at UFC Austin, Ian Garry has already won

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12/05/23 • 39 min

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Fitz Nation is back with some fight talk as Fitz chats about his weekend at UFC Austin, Arman Tsarukyan's impressive performance in the main event, the mental clarity shown by fighters that Fitz talked to during fight week, and how Ian Garry has already won before his fight at UFC 296.

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Dricus Du Plessis is campaigning for his shot at a UFC title

Dricus Du Plessis is campaigning for his shot at a UFC title

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09/13/23 • 31 min

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Get up close and personal with Dricus, the South African sensation shaking up the world of mixed martial arts.
Dricus lays bare the electrifying rush he experiences in the moments leading up to a fight and reflects on his celebrated clash with Robert Whitaker, a fight that gripped the world and catapulted South African mixed martial arts into the limelight. He also shares about the burden of self-imposed expectations and the unwavering belief he harbors in his own potential. A foot injury that forced him to decline a fight offer also crops up.
Delve deeper into Dracis's future fight plans and the navigational challenges he faces within the labyrinth of mixed martial arts. We unravel the intricate balance between personal dreams and the demanding needs of the promotion. Hear how Dricus manages to embrace tough decisions while keeping his passion aflame. His readiness to take on grueling fights and his relentless pursuit of the UFC world champion title also form a crucial part of our conversation.
Finally, we talk about the possibilities of Israel Adesanya's rematch with Strickland and the factors that could sway the balance. Dana White's surprise at the suggestion of a rematch piques my interest and the implications for the sport.

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Chris Daukaus on making a big change and being objective with yourself

Chris Daukaus on making a big change and being objective with yourself

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08/07/23 • 39 min

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It's a big week for Chris Daukaus who makes his light heavyweight debut in the Octagon.
I always enjoy talking with Chris because he's just a laid back, fun guy who can really bring it. He is definitely that underdog type of fighter that have emerged from Philadelphia before, but he surprised a lot of people with his rise in the UFC's heavyweight division.
Now, he begins anew after a losing skid but at 205 pounds. We always connect when discussing the passion for self improvement and what it takes to put focus on what you really want while letting distractions fall away.
But, there's also the micro-analyzing that can be harmful. It's about finding that line... that flow state where you're challenging yourself but not driving yourself crazy.
Hope you enjoy this episode!

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Maycee Barber, Billy Quarantillo & Adrian Yanez at UFC X

Maycee Barber, Billy Quarantillo & Adrian Yanez at UFC X

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07/08/23 • 43 min

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Fitz is joined by a trio of young UFC stars at UFC X in Las Vegas!
Maycee Barber, Billy Quarantillo and Adrian Yanez have all been guests on Fitz Nation, so it was great to catch up with them in this format.
I sincerely hold these three in the highest regard in terms of their skill and potential as champions and great stars of the sport.
Maycee is coming off a huge win over Amanda Ribas in Jacksonville. Billy Quarantillo is looking to bounce back at UFC Nashville in August when he takes on Damon Jackson. Adrian Yanez last fought in April and looks to return later this summer.
Enjoy this fun chat with some of my favorites!

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Ricky Turcios

Ricky Turcios

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09/22/21 • 53 min

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Ricky Turcios is coming off his win at UFC Fight Night in August, a victory which crowned him winner of The Ultimate Fighter.
A veteran of season 1 of Dana White's Contender Series, Turcios was the standout personality on the The Return of the Ultimate Fighter for his positive attitude and the amazing fights he delivered.
He ultimately earned a win over Brady Hiestand to win the tournament.
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📱 Twitter - https://twitter.com/rickyhadouken
📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/rickyturcios
CONNECT WITH FITZ 🤙🏻
📱 Twitter - https://twitter.com/BrendanFitzTV
📸 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/brendanfitztv

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Andre Fili - part 2

Andre Fili - part 2

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07/21/21 • 28 min

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This is part 2 of Andre Fili's interview on Fitz Nation. Check out the previous episode for part 1.
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👉🏻 FOLLOW ANDRE FILI:
Twitter: @touchyfili
Instagram: @touchyfili
👉🏻 CONNECT WITH FITZ:
Twitter: @BrendanFitzTV
Instagram: @brendanfitztv

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Heidi Androl: A renaissance woman who found her way to sports broadcasting

Heidi Androl: A renaissance woman who found her way to sports broadcasting

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01/27/21 • 76 min

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Heidi Androl is a UFC reporter, interviewing fighters, coaches and UFC president Dana White on UFC broadcasts. While she has enjoyed a successful career in broadcasting there's a lot more to the story of how she became a sports reporter! Originally from rural Michigan, Heidi found her way to California, lived on a boat, sold helicopter parts for big money, was a contestant on The Apprentice and then found her way to sports reporting.
Look for Heidi on UFC broadcasts on ESPN and ESPN+!
Aspiring broadcasters can also look for her helpful course on https://heidiandrol.com
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FOLLOW HEIDI ANDROL:
Twitter: @HeidiAndrol
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Instagram: @brendanfitztv

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - #24 - For Aspiring Broadcasters!

#24 - For Aspiring Broadcasters!

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02/28/20 • 71 min

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Check out the show on YouTube!
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Fitz takes questions through his Instagram and Twitter feed to help shed some light on what it's like to be a sports broadcaster and what aspiring sports announcers can do to reach a higher level.

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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - Julian Marquez is the character we've been waiting for

Julian Marquez is the character we've been waiting for

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02/17/21 • 59 min

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Julian Marquez is a UFC middleweight fresh off a big win at UFC 258 on February 13, '21. The return to the Octagon marked his first fight since July of 2018 after suffering a major shoulder injury. A proud Cuban-American, Julian talks about his upbringing in Kansas City and the support his family provided for Cuban immigrants. We also discuss why he was drawn to combat sports and becoming an MMA fighter. Oh, and we talk about his call out of Miley Cyrus that generated headlines after his big win!
It's great to have him healthy and back fighting in the UFC again!
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👉🏻 FOLLOW JULIAN MARQUEZ:
Twitter: @JMarquezMMA
Instagram: @jmarquezmma
👉🏻 CONNECT WITH FITZ:
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Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC - 155: Why we love the UFC & UFC 296 preview

155: Why we love the UFC & UFC 296 preview

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12/14/23 • 31 min

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Fitz is back to talk about the three big reasons we love the UFC:
1. Action
2. Characters
3. Stories
He then goes over how all of these apply to UFC 296 and the many storylines coming up on Saturday, how he wants Colby Covington to change, his potential fight of the year nobody is talking about and more!

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FAQ

How many episodes does Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC have?

Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC currently has 161 episodes available.

What topics does Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC cover?

The podcast is about Ufc, Mma, Martial Arts, Interview, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Sports.

What is the most popular episode on Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC?

The episode title 'What happened to Ian Heinisch?' is the most popular.

What is the average episode length on Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC?

The average episode length on Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC is 52 minutes.

How often are episodes of Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC released?

Episodes of Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC are typically released every 7 days, 2 hours.

When was the first episode of Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC?

The first episode of Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC was released on Apr 28, 2019.

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