Fight Back with Jake Shields

Sean O'Malley and Tim Welch stopped by the Las Vegas studio to talk training, rivalries, the importance of coaches, upcoming fights, how to balance real life with fighting, boxing vs MMA, and much more. Tim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/timwelchmt Sean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sugasean00:00 Intro 00:26 Becoming a Fan: From Skepticism to Respect 01:26 Early Training Days and Challenges 02:48 The Reality of Fighting and Training 08:27 Building a Successful Career Outside the Cage 10:28 The Impact of Streaming on Pay-Per-View 11:27 The Evolution of MMA and Sponsorships 13:02 Dealing with Hate and Proving Skills 16:16 Analyzing Fights and Future Matchups 29:21 The Importance of Training Camps and Coaches 33:56 Upcoming Fights and Excitement 34:37 Training with Top Fighters 35:16 Strength and Skills in MMA 35:32 Exciting Fighters to Watch 36:20 Mastering Your Unique Style 37:31 Boxing and MMA Comparisons 38:36 Fighter Strategies and Career Choices 40:05 Nate Diaz and Conor McGregor Rivalry 54:32 Fighter Injuries and Superstitions 57:08 Training and Recovery Techniques 59:53 Balancing Life and Fighting 01:00:20 Funny Stories and Crypto Talk 01:02:17 Farewell and Wrap Up #seanomalley #ufc #mma

Tommy Sotomayor stopped by the Vegas podcast studio to talk about black culture, political correctness, media influence, abortion in the black community, family values, the rise of cancel culture, and much more. Tommy is an American radio and internet talk show host, online personality, conservative political commentator, men's rights activist, and film producer. He is currently banned on YouTube for his controversial opinions. 00:00 Intro  01:07 Black Culture and Fatherlessness 02:22 Molestation and Its Impact 03:37 Accountability and Self-Improvement 04:29 Hypocrisy and Double Standards 05:38 Mental Health in the Black Community 07:16 Police and Community Relations 14:29 White Guilt and Victimhood 15:55 Media Influence and Cultural Impact 26:50 Political Correctness and Free Speech 34:31 Discussing Double Standards in Gender and Race 34:52 The Problem with Race and Gender Relations 35:21 Domestic Violence and Gender Bias 36:37 Societal Issues and Homelessness 39:37 Immigration and Legal Inconsistencies 41:06 The Rise of Cancel Culture 47:23 Controversial Guests and Free Speech 01:00:06 Abortion and Moral Dilemmas 01:03:17 The Dark Side of Medicine 01:03:50 Society's Influence on Abortion Views 01:04:26 Controversial Reality Show Idea 01:05:22 Political Hypocrisy and Control 01:06:51 The Power of Money and Influence 01:09:01 The Reality of Online Hate 01:25:20 The Attack on Black Family Values 01:31:31 Final Thoughts, Wrap up

Belal Muhammad stopped by the Fight Back podcast studio in Vegas to talk about his recent fights, his heritage, what's happening in Palestine, pressures of being a fighter, his faith, mental prep, and much more. Belal Muhammad (born July 9, 1988) is an American professional mixed martial artist who currently competes in the Welterweight division of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), where he is the current UFC Welterweight Champion. He is currently #5 in the UFC men's pound-for-pound rankings. 00:00 Intro 01:52 The Importance of Wrestling in MMA 02:46 Dealing with Injuries and Setbacks 04:55 Analyzing Recent Fights 07:24 Palestinian Heritage and UFC Bias 08:52 Humanitarian Crisis in Palestine 24:15 The Role of Religion and Faith 32:56 Training and Brotherhood in MMA 36:31 Reflecting on a Superstar's Legacy 36:51 Jon Jones and the Fear of Aspinall 38:16 The Importance of Wrestling in MMA 40:48 Mental Challenges and Fight Week 41:45 The Pressure of Being a Fighter 53:32 Training and Discipline During Ramadan 55:07 The Role of Faith and Prayer in Fighting 59:01 The Importance of Continuous Improvement 01:06:43 The Value of Diverse Training Partners 01:08:35 Defensive Strategies in MMA 01:09:23 Training and Game Planning 01:10:46 The Importance of Sparring 01:12:09 Mental Preparation and Fight Week 01:19:40 Conor McGregor's Downfall 01:24:29 Social Media and Promotion in MMA 01:26:53 Controversial Opinions and Feuds 01:36:45 Final Thoughts, Social Media, Wrap Up

Ari Shaffir stopped by the Vegas studio to talk about his comedy, online hate, the art of trolling, the UFC, traveling to different cultures, politics, ayahuasca, and much more. Ari David Shaffir is an American comedian, actor, podcaster, writer, and producer. He produces and hosts the Skeptic Tank podcast, as well as the new travel podcast You Be Trippin’. He also co-hosts the podcast Punch Drunk Sports with Jayson Thibault and Sam Tripoli, and is a regular guest on The Joe Rogan Experience. 00:00 Intro 00:14 Skank Fest and Comedy Overlap 01:35 UFC Fights and Chael Sonnen's Epic Battle 03:10 Mushroom Trips and Gender Dynamics 07:12 Comedy Career Beginnings 09:56 Controversial Topics and Hate Speech 22:32 The Amazing Racist and Viral Videos 27:46 Safety Concerns and Filming Risks 28:36 The Art of Trolling 29:43 Online Hate and Real-World Reactions 31:13 Pandemic Panic and Survival Instincts 36:12 Urban Crime and Social Issues 47:33 Fighters, Thailand 56:08 Favorite Places to Travel 57:55 Rock, Paper, Scissors: A Universal Game 58:29 Cultural Observations in China 59:15 More Travel Tales, Advanced Ancient Cultures 01:07:16 Exploring Ayahuasca and Other Psychedelics 01:21:55 Political Views and Social Commentary 01:26:28 Wrap Up