Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
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154: Arman Tsarukyan's A+ at UFC Austin, Ian Garry has already won
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
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.
Dricus Du Plessis is campaigning for his shot at a UFC title
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
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.
Lando Vannata
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
11/17/22 • 50 min
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UFC veteran Lando Vannata joins Fitz Nation! We had a wide-ranging chat about his journey from BMX racer to combat sports enthusiast to UFC action fighter!
Included on the show:
- Lando’s gaming rig (passion for car racing, adrenaline of a race vs. the rush of fighting)
- Cancelling fight with Andre Fili (tumultuous fight camp, expected return date)
- Being mentally stronger than ever (battling depression early in UFC career, panic attacks, working with a mental coach, always improving)
- Normal upbringing traveling around the U.S. (loving BMX racing, huge influence of his father, becoming obsessed with UFC after seeing Pedro Rizzo vs. Josh Barnett on VHS) “Ever since I saw that fight, I was like, “Yep. That’s what I want to do with my life.”
- Why he was drawn to fighting (being the smallest brother, journey through wrestling in high school)
- Expectations of fighting vs. reality (the value of putting all your energy into one place) “I thought I was going to retire by the time I was 30. Now, I just have the mindset of breadth over depth.”
- Advice to his younger self now that he’s 30
- Balancing his goals with growing older (mindfulness, belief in oneself, sports psychology and mental coaching). “I think the best thing you can do for yourself is learn how to have deep-seated confidence.”
Brendan Allen
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
09/08/22 • 53 min
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Fitz chats with UFC middleweight Brendan Allen. "All In" talks about his upbringing in a military family, settling in Louisiana and finding a love for martial arts.
Allen is 7-2 in the UFC since arriving through an impressive win on Dana White's Contender Series back in 2019. He has finished most of his victories, including an impressive W over Kevin Holland in his UFC debut.
Allen will fight Krystof Jotko on October 1st at the UFC Apex.
Maycee Barber, Billy Quarantillo & Adrian Yanez at UFC X
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
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!
Dricus Du Plessis is chasing the impossible
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
07/05/23 • 34 min
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Fitz is joined by UFC middleweight contender Dricus Du Plessis, who fights at UFC 290 this week in Las Vegas.
Dricus is unbeaten in the UFC and finds himself in another massive fight vs. former champion Robert Whittaker. With a win, Du Plessis is basically a lock to challenge Israel Adesanya for the UFC middleweight title in his next fight and could come as soon as September.
Du Plessis is an all-action fighter who has finished 4 of his 5 UFC wins, including a big win in Las Vegas over Derek Brunson his last time out.
In this episode, we talk about the feeling he gets when it's time to fight, the habits that have made him a championship contender, and chasing the near impossible task of being known as the greatest of all time.
Evan Elder is enjoying the journey
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
06/27/23 • 34 min
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Fitz is joined by UFC lightweight Evan Elder, who makes his 3rd appearance in the Octagon in July.
Evan is coming off a Fight of the Night result vs. Nazim Sadykov, one which he technically lost after it was stopped because of a cut over his right eye. Elder was up 2-0 on all judges' scorecards, so he is looking to return for a big win.
He has a great story of chasing his dream to be a pro fighter, from moving out to Stockton, California to join the Diaz brothers' gym, to now calling Kill Cliff FC in Florida home with some other great UFC contenders.
He has a great level of maturity for someone who's just 26-years-old and is enjoying the journey every step of the way!
Triathlete, Fighter and Actor Paul Felder!
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
06/23/23 • 33 min
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Paul Felder is a good buddy of mine from our time together as UFC commentators. We started working for the UFC at the same time on season 1 of Dana White's Contender Series back in 2017.
Felder blossomed as a fighter during the latter stages of his career, reaching the top 10 of the lightweight division in 2019 and 2020.
In this episode, he discusses why triathlon gripped him as he was done fighting as he embraces challenges that most won't tackle. He also looks back on his fighting career and breaks down the finer parts of acting and what he hopes to accomplish next!
Marc Montoya talks beating cancer and acting like a world champion in life
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
06/19/23 • 41 min
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Marc Montoya joins Fitz to talk about his recent battle with kidney cancer and how it put things in perspective for how he lives and coaches his team at Factory X.
Montoya is a respected MMA coach who owns Factory X Muay Thai in Denver, CO that has seen a major surge in UFC athletes over the last 6 years. He helped Anthony Smith become a contender at light heavyweight and has a stable of strong UFC fighters like Dustin Jacoby, Jonathan Martinez, Chris Gutierrez and more.
There are great lessons in this episode about how to think and act like a champion no matter what you are chasing in life!
Fighting Nerd: An Interview with Caio Borralho
Fitz Nation: Stories and Life Lessons from the UFC
10/30/23 • 40 min
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Welcome to another episode of Fitz Nation as I sit down with Brazil's Caio Borralho!
Caio takes us through his evolution as a Fighting Nerd, revealing how he transformed his fear of confrontation into a badge of honor. With raw honesty, he discusses the importance of maintaining his authentic self amidst the glamour and brutality of MMA. This is a captivating insight into the mind of a fighter who views pressure not as a burden, but as a privilege.
In the final segment, Kyo delves into a less violent battle - the daunting journey of fatherhood and how his faith played a major role in navigating the uncertainties of becoming a father. He also shares his profound appreciation for Sao Paulo, a city that has given him so much and instilled in him a hardworking attitude. As he passionately discusses his ambition to become a world champion in the next five years, you can't help but feel inspired by this Fighting Nerd's cerebral approach to MMA. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, making it an absolute must for any MMA enthusiast wanting to understand the sport beyond the cage!
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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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