JRE MMA Show #164 with Israel Adesanya - Full Episode

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00:07 Israel Adesanya's connection with engage fightwear brand.
02:05 Fighters expressing themselves through custom designs.
05:47 Alex Volkanovski's momentum and activity in UFC history
07:39 Israel Adesanya discusses his fights with a particular opponent
11:21 Pereira has momentum and reach advantage over Khalil
13:10 Adesanya's versatile fighting style and previous matchups
16:41 Israel Adesanya reflects on his performance.
18:30 Importance of having a strong gas tank in fights
22:04 Telomeres can be lengthened through a protocol with 60 sessions over 90 days.
23:55 Hyperbaric chambers for recovery
27:12 Importance of breakfast before training for energy and performance.
28:50 Weight cutting in MMA is a challenging and potentially dangerous process.
32:15 Advocating for more weight classes in MMA
34:05 Rules in MMA are unrealistic
37:22 Discussion on the toughness and legality of techniques in MMA
39:07 Discussion on preferential treatment in MMA fights
42:27 Israel Adesanya emphasizes on fighters' effort to finish the fight
44:07 Referee's role in MMA
47:26 Extra recovery time can be crucial in a fight
49:02 Discussion on Jaylen and Dan's fighting skills
52:28 Trevor's gloves are the best MMA gloves
54:12 Importance of protective gear for eyes and fingers
57:13 Importance of self-defense positions in MMA
58:49 Israel Adesanya discusses competition mindset and avoiding ego in grappling
1:02:10 Transition from kickboxing to MMA
1:03:55 Israel prefers full-fledged fighting over boxing and kickboxing.
1:07:11 Discussion about the intense training culture in certain gyms.
1:08:49 Yan Bovich being overlooked in light heavyweight division
1:12:11 Discussion on suicide, Epstein case, and Diddy accusations.
1:13:57 Discussion on being cautious at parties and avoiding potential dangers.
1:17:21 Questioning the push for vaccines and the pursuit of money
1:19:15 Discussion on the issue of lack of accountability with vaccine side effects
1:22:36 Discussion on the challenges faced during quarantines in 2020
1:24:24 Story about a mom and kid facing consequences without correct PPE
1:27:42 Israel Adesanya's experience in the US during election time
1:29:28 Recent assassination attempts on Trump overlooked by media
1:32:47 Discussion about the JFK assassination and AI videos
1:34:39 Dealing with the pressures of fame and unexpected challenges
1:37:54 Dealing with entitled people
1:39:23 Protect your energy to avoid getting lost
1:42:49 Appreciating experiences over taking photos
1:44:20 Dealing with imposter syndrome
1:47:36 Watching the growth of comedians is fun
1:49:11 Fighting has a small window of opportunity for success.
1:52:40 Desire to fight for fun and creativity without pressure of belts
1:54:18 People enjoy watching successful individuals fall.
1:57:45 Adesanya reflects on past fights and future aspirations
1:59:19 Israel Adesanya talks about staying ready and the possibility of fighting again
2:02:43 City Kickboxing thriving despite challenges
2:04:26 Israel Adesanya on his views on law and politics
2:07:56 Focus on personal growth before starting a family
2:09:31 Importance of not competing with your partner
2:12:52 Focusing on personal growth and satisfaction over belts and titles
2:14:32 Israel Adesanya plans to have his own production company and engage in motion capture and voiceover work
2:18:08 Focus on fighting and gratitude towards dad
2:19:46 Fighting is not everything in my life
2:23:13 Adesanya recounts a confrontation on the road.
2:24:48 Adesanya's confrontation and self-restraint
2:28:11 Authenticity over Fake Humility
2:29:50 Navigating expectations and staying true to self
2:32:59 Israel Adesanya discusses loving and hating different groups of people
2:34:41 Showing appreciation and love for a friend