Best Troy Farkas Podcasts (2024)

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Season 4 FINALE: 10 Memorable Moments from Ariel Helwani, Conner Burks, Stephanie Paolini, Peter Rosenberg & More! 1:17:28

3M ago1:17:28

1:17:28

Season 4 of "The Found Generation" podcast, which began days before the release of my first book last summer, is finally over. I'm a bit burnt out from the grind of indie podcasting, and I need a break! But before I disappear, I have one final episode for you. Today, we're going to celebrate Season 4 -- the best season of this podcast to date -- by…

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"I Look Better at 36 Than at 25 Years Old" Why Whitney Bernabei Believes Sound Healing is the Future of Medicine (PORTSMOUTH) 1:20:40

3M ago1:20:40

1:20:40

Whitney Bernabei took the traditional route in life. She went to college, landed a job in cushy corporate America, attended the happy hours, and adhered to the American template for "success." It never felt right, yet she played along. That's what she was supposed to do. But after years of facing debilitating injuries that modern medicine couldn't …

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3 Bridges Yoga’s Stephanie Paolini, Folk Singer Sam Robbins, and Entrepreneur Jennifer Desrosiers LIVE at The Music Hall Lounge (PORTSMOUTH) 1:52:42

4M ago1:52:42

1:52:42

I recorded the first episode of this podcast from the confines of my roommate's closet in our home in Connecticut in September 2020. And now, three and-a-half years later, we've made it to the big stage. From the prestigious Music Hall Lounge in Portsmouth, New Hampshire, it's the first LIVE edition of "The Found Generation" podcast (!!!!!!). And i…

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"The Found Generation" LIVE Details! Plus, My Nomadic Lifestyle is Coming to an End 24:39

4M ago24:39

24:39

Happy Sunday! I'm popping in for a quick solo episode to update you on several things: expectations for this podcast moving forward, my changing values, and a recent life-changing conversation I had. And on Monday, March 25, I'm taking the stage at The Music Hall Lounge in downtown Portsmouth for the first LIVE edition of this podcast! Throughout t…

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New York City Media Star Peter Rosenberg on War, Modern Media's Issues, and Political Polarization 1:15:36

4M ago1:15:36

1:15:36

I’ve produced podcasts with Peter Rosenberg for five years. And if I could use one word to describe him, it’s PASSIONATE. And that fiery passion, which he holds for things like hip hop music, sports, professional wrestling, his dogs, and broadcasting will undoubtedly shine through in today’s conversation. However, this conversation was not the one …

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Women's Health Coach Dr. Sonayna Chandran: How to Lose Weight, Get Fit, and Reach Your Potential (INSPIRING!) 1:08:59

5M ago1:08:59

1:08:59

In her twenties, Dr. Sonayna Chandran was simply going with the flow, unsure of her life's direction, unaware that she was capable of more. Tired of living without a purpose, Sonayna decided to make a change. She began talking to a therapist. She hired a fitness coach. She started working out religiously and eating nutritious foods that supported, …

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From Living in a Trailer Park to 1 Million Subscribers: YouTube Star Jason Hartley Talks Failed Dreams, YouTube Growth, and Not Getting Laid (LONDON) 1:33:36

6M ago1:33:36

1:33:36

Jason Hartley grew up as a poor kid in rural Tennessee. With big dreams of playing the drums with rock bands in front of sold out crowds, Jason tried as hard as he possibly could to overcome the obstacles he faced as a child. But his efforts were never enough. In his late twenties, Jason gave up the dream to combine two side interests of his: mixed…

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The Man Who Changed My Life: Ariel Helwani Talks Creating Successful Content, What’s Next, and That Time I Spent $296 on Water 1:17:58

7M ago1:17:58

1:17:58

I owe everything to Ariel Helwani. Without me asking, Ariel praised my work to ESPN executives when we used to walk the halls together. Then, he helped me land the producing job that gave me the safety net I needed to leave ESPN in early 2021. A few months later, he recommended me for my current role as his producer at Spotify, a fully remote job t…

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The Real Meaning of Self-Care, the Problem with Manifesting, How to Get Unstuck, & Why it's O.K. to Eat the Piece of Cake: Holistic Counselor Caroline Alaimo (PORTSMOUTH) 1:04:26

7M ago1:04:26

1:04:26

Caroline Alaimo didn't know who she was. For most of her life, she surrounded herself with the wrong people, created more problems by running from her problems, and judged herself mercilessly for not looking a certain way. For not being enough. But then she discovered something that completely changed the course of her life. Caroline cried at the e…

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How the Romani People (Gypsies) Use Magic to Escape Persecution, and Why Palm Reading Can Help You Make Better Decisions: Fortune Teller Jezmina Von Thiele (PORTSMOUTH) 1:03:13

7M ago1:03:13

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According to The New York Times, the Nazis murdered approximately 500,000 Romani people during the Holocaust. But you probably didn't know that. And so it goes for the Romani people, a diasporic ethnic group that's long been forgotten and discriminated against in countries all over the world, even in America. For centuries, the Romani people have r…

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"I Was at War With Myself" How a Single Mom DESTROYED Her Demons and Found Her Passion (PORTSMOUTH) 47:34

8M ago47:34

47:34

**TRIGGER WARNING** This episode contains references to disordered eating, addiction, and more. Viewer and listener discretion is advised.Rachel Kimberly spent the first half of her 20s at war with herself.A mom at 23 years old, Rachel found herself unable to cope with the challenges of young motherhood. To manage the stress, she resorted to drinki…

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"You're Lying to Yourself!" Social Media Expert Eric Jackman on 2024 TikTok Strategy, Elon Musk's Twitter Takeover, and My Fragile Ego (NEW YORK CITY) 1:39:52

8M ago1:39:52

1:39:52

Social media runs our lives. TikTok dominates our attention span. Instagram likes (or lack thereof) determine our self-worth. Alluring notifications from Twitter pull us from the present moment--the most precious thing we have. Because of the stakes, any conversation about social media is an important one. And to do it right, I've once again enlist…

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How Impa Kasanganay Went From VIRAL KNOCKOUT to PFL CHAMPION?! 🏆 #PFLChampionship 38:21

9M ago38:21

38:21

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to former UFC fighter turned PFL championship contender Impa Kasanganay, who will compete for $1 million and the PFL championship belt this Friday when he takes on Josh Silveira in the light heavyweight final. In this conversation, Kasanganay is very open about being on the receiving end of one of the most viral knockouts in…

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Social Media Star Conner Burks on the Grind, Giving Up Alcohol, and Hitting Rock Bottom (NEW YORK CITY) 1:18:30

9M ago1:18:30

1:18:30

Conner Burks never imagined he'd get to this point. From 2018-21, he sleepwalked through a miserable existence working overnight shifts at ESPN while living in dreary central Connecticut one thousand miles away from his beloved Atlanta. Frustration with his life's course was exacerbated by the pandemic, as ESPN demanded he produce radio shows in th…

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PFL Championship Preview with Broadcaster Sean O’Connell! 🏆 42:22

9M ago42:22

42:22

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to former PFL light heavyweight champion turned broadcaster Sean O’Connell about all things PFL, including Jake Paul, Francis Ngannou and the launch of PFL Europe. The play-by-play commentator also weighs in on some of the big stories heading into the 2023 PFL Championship event, which takes place on November 24 in Washingto…

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New UFC Signee Puja Tomar is the FIRST INDIAN FEMALE Fighter in UFC History! 🇮🇳 20:44

9M ago20:44

20:44

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to new UFC strawweight Puja Tomar, who made history this month by becoming the first Indian female fighter in UFC history. On today's episode, Tomar shares some of her incredible life story, how she found MMA, when she expects to make her UFC debut, and her ultimate goal in the sport. To support our show, please give "Smack …

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How to get more confident, why kindness kills, moving to Miami, and why you should disappoint your parents w/ Jake Lenok (MIAMI) 1:02:16

9M ago1:02:16

1:02:16

Two years ago, Jake Lenok couldn't take it anymore. After three years of misery working odd behind-the-scenes jobs at ESPN, Jake took a lifeline from a close friend. An offer to a better life -- a life full of more meaningful work, more work-life balance, more money, and most importantly, more freedom. Sitting together in his South Beach condo, Jak…

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Undefeated UFC Lightweight Anshul Jubli on Fighting at UFC 294, Indian MMA and More! 🇮🇳 35:00

10M ago35:00

35:00

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to undefeated UFC lightweight Anshul Jubli about Jubli's title as the only Indian currently on the UFC roster, the current state of Indian MMA, his upcoming fight against Mike Breeden at UFC 294 in Abu Dhabi, why Conor McGregor is his inspiration, and his ultimate goal of becoming the first Indian UFC champion! CHAPTERS: (0:…

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45 - Troy Farkas, Podcast Producer and Author | GPBI 1:14:14

10M ago1:14:14

1:14:14

In episode 45, Troy Farkas, Podcast Producer and Author gives insight into what it's like being a podcast producer for Spotify and for The Ringer MMA Show, what it's like working with Ariel Helwani, TKO's merger of the UFC and WWE, his podcast the Found Generation Podcast and also we talk about his book Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life i…

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The One Very UNHEALTHY Thing Gen Z Does! How to Avoid Pain & Prevent Injury (CLIFTON PARK) 25:12

10M ago25:12

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From Mocha Lisa Caffe & Books in my hometown of Clifton Park, N.Y., my dear friend Leah Klein (formerly Leah Zappone) joins me to talk about motherhood and her job as a physical therapist before giving some practical advice to young people on how to best take care of your physical health! We also share about lessons learned from December 1, 2012, t…

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Comedian Akaash Singh on Israel Adesanya Friendship & the CRAZY Story Behind his Joe Rogan Appearance! 32:37

10M ago32:37

32:37

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to stand-up comic, podcaster, and MMA fan Akaash Singh on his success over the last few years, which includes the wildly popular "Flagrant" podcast with Andrew Schulz and also his first special “Bring Back Apu”. Akaash also talks about the relationship he’s built with Israel Adesanya and why he enjoys chopping it up with UFC…

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A Health-and-Fitness Chat with Seacoast Kettlebell: A Men's Health Top 50 Gym in the United States! (PORTSMOUTH) 33:28

11M ago33:28

33:28

When I moved back to Portsmouth, NH this summer, my first order of business (after hitting the beach) was to find a gym. A quick Google search told me that a gym nearby offered a 7-day free trial, so I decided I'd go and give it a shot (0:00). That gym? Seacoast Kettlebell: A hugely popular gym in seacoast NH with a cult-like following. Voted by Me…

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(BOSTON) The REAL problem with AI! Plus, how AI will change music, love, & SEX?! - Google’s Colby Banbury 1:03:34

11M ago1:03:34

1:03:34

Artificial intelligence is the buzz term of 2023. You can't scroll social media or read The New York Times without coming across it. With that said, the average person -- especially the older generation -- has a lot of misconceptions about what AI truly is and what its true impact will be on the world now and in the future. So to provide some clari…

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The Mac Life’s Oscar Willis Wants to Fight Derek from Betr Media! 45:25

11M ago45:25

45:25

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to friend, peer, and colleague Oscar Willis about his journey in MMA media, how his role has evolved at the Conor McGregor-owned outlet The Mac Life, and also his desire to fight Derek from Jake Paul's Betr Media. To support the show, please give "Smack Talk with Sandhu" a FOLLOW on Apple Podcasts and Spotify! TOPICS: Oscar …

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44 - Tommy Morrisson, Professional MMA Fighter | GPBI 51:59

11M ago51:59

51:59

In episode 44, Tommy Morrisson, Professional MMA Fighter talks about his upcoming fight against Matt Dawson at Samourai MMA Chapitre 8 which will be taking place Saturday, September 16th, 2023 at the Théâtre Capitole in Quebec City, Quebec. We talk about his Aikido background, using boxing skills in the octagon alongside what it’s like to have Fira…

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How to NEVER get angry again! - 5 strategies for improving your life TODAY 39:07

11M ago39:07

39:07

There is no room for anger in our lives. If we truly want to live the best possible life, then we must learn how to eliminate this nasty emotion from our lives completely. So on today's episode, I outline the following five strategies which have helped me completely remove anger from my life since my departure from ESPN led me to feel the most ange…

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Former UFC Champion Luke Rockhold GOES IN on Jake Paul! 28:58

11M ago28:58

28:58

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to former UFC and Strikeforce middleweight champion Luke Rockhold about his upcoming BJJ match with Craig Jones, his collaboration with OnlyFans, and his thoughts on Jake Paul and the influencer boxing scene! Luke’s Rise & Grind episode is now available to stream now here on OFTV. TOPICS: Luke Rockhold on how he landed a BJJ…

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The Ringer's Troy Farkas on Working for Spotify, ESPN, and Becoming an Author 56:01

12M ago56:01

56:01

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to The Ringer's Troy Farkas about his journey in the podcast world, his time at ESPN, "The Ringer MMA Show" and Spotify, as well as an in-depth conversation on his new book "Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties." Here are all the links to pre-order Troy’s debut book! Amazon paperback Amazon e-book Bar…

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43 - Luc De Ste Croix, Amateur MMA Fighter | GPBI 43:31

12M ago43:31

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In episode 43, Luc De Ste Croix, Amateur MMA Fighter we talk about being the #1 ranked amateur lightweight in Canada, his last fight against AJ Market where he acquired the Fight League Atlantic Amateur Lightweight title and what the future might hold. Timestamps 00:00 - 03:15 Intro03:15 - 06:04 FLA 9 Recap, winning amateur title06:04 - 10:03 Teamm…

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Dan Hardy on Fury vs. Ngannou, Jones vs. Miocic, and Growing PFL Europe | Ep 14 39:13

12M ago39:13

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Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to one of the best analysts in MMA, Dan “The Outlaw” Hardy about his new role as the Head of Fighter Operations for PFL Europe, how much time he puts into his UFC breakdowns for TNT Sports, as well as how he manages his role as coach for his wife, Veronica Hardy. TOPICS: Dan Hardy on his physical health (00:45) Dan Hardy on …

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Professional MMA Gambling Expert Luca Fury on the Do’s and Don’ts of Sports Betting | Ep 13 46:24

1y ago46:24

46:24

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to the MMA analyst and pro gambler of 13 years about the history of betting in mixed martial arts, why sports gambling has exploded in the last few years, and what advice he would give to anyone thinking about getting in to MMA betting. You can check out Luca's Patreon here. TOPICS: Luca Fury on when he decided to become a f…

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MY FIRST BOOK and everything you need to know! 22:19

1y ago22:19

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On Friday, I posted on Instagram to tell you about a lifelong dream of mine that's finally become a reality: writing a book. It's called "Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties." As you might expect from me, it's a self-improvement book where I dive into topics like career mobility, physical and mental health, relationships, a…

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Jorge Masvidal on the BMF Belt, Fury vs. Ngannou, UFC 291 & MORE! | Ep. 12 36:25

1y ago36:25

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Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to the original UFC BMF Champion Jorge Masvidal on his recent retirement, whether this is really the end for him as a fighter, his venture into the world of fight promotion with Gamebred Promotions, and the opportunity to wrap the new BMF belt around the waist of the winner between Dustin Poirier and Justin Gaethje at UFC 29…

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42 - Charlie Keating Memorial, ft. Custio Clayton, Kirk Johnson, Matt Johnson and more | GPBI 35:09

1y ago35:09

35:09

In episode 42, Charlie Keating Memorial, ft. Custio Clayton, Kirk Johnson, Matt Johnson and more, Matthew Pyne covers the Charlie Keating Memorial Amateur Boxing card which took place on Saturday, June 24, 2023 at the East Dartmouth Community Centre in Dartmouth, Nova Scotia. The event was hosted by the City of Lakes Amateur Boxing Club which is al…

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Francis Ngannou's Social Media Director Randy Faehnrich on Building Online Brands for Fighters | Ep 11 56:30

1y ago56:30

56:30

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to former UFC director of social media Randy Faehnrich about his time working for the promotion, why he decided to launch his own social media agency ThreeThirtyThree after leaving the UFC, and what it’s been like working very closely with Francis Ngannou in the most pivotal few years of the fighter’s career. To support the …

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John Morgan: CM Punk Is a Blast To Work With! | Ep 10 48:07

1y ago48:07

48:07

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to MMA media legend and O.G. John Morgan on his passion for the sport, how he started his career covering MMA, building and then leaving MMAJunkie, and his flourishing career as a play-by-play commentator for CFFC alongside CM Punk. To support the show, please give "Smack Talk with Sandhu" a FOLLOW on Apple Podcasts and Spot…

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41 - Rob Logan, Professional MMA Fighter | GPBI 1:21:00

1y ago1:21:00

1:21:00

In episode 41, Rob Logan, Professional MMA Fighter talks about his much anticipated Pro MMA Debut which will be taking place next Saturday, June 24th at FLA 10 at the Tantramar Civic Centre in Sackville, New Brunswick. Timestamps00:00 - 03:28 Intro03:28 - 09:38 4 weeks notice for Pro Debut 09:38 - 12:37 3 years of build up12:37- 18:20 Life or death…

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Aljamain Sterling LEAVING BANTAMWEIGHT DIVISION After UFC 292?! | Ep 9 36:40

1y ago36:40

36:40

Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to UFC bantamweight champion Aljamain Sterling about his legacy-defining win over Henry Cejudo at UFC 288 and his highly anticipated fight with ‘Suga’ Sean O’Malley at UFC 292. Plus, Sterling tells Sandhu why his days at bantamweight might be coming to an end very soon. To support the show, please give "Smack Talk with Sandh…

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UFC Commentator Jon Anik | Ep 8 44:49

1y ago44:49

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Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to UFCs lead play-by-play commentator Jon Anik about his 12-year run with the promotion and how his job has expanded into hosting press conferences, official weigh-ins, and more. Sandhu and Anik get into a whole host of hot topics including Nate Diaz vs. Jake Paul, Francis Ngannou’s PFL deal, and the return of Conor McGregor…

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40 - Galanacci, Artist, Fashion Designer and Creator | GPBI 1:04:58

1y ago1:04:58

1:04:58

In episode 40, Galanacci, Artist, Fashion Designer and Creator returns as a guest and talks about fashion design, dropping his first merchandise for Galanacci the Greatness tee, working for Yeboah for the Yeboah x Cos Metamorphosis collection as well as talking about how Virgil Abloh and Samuel Ross inspired him.Timestamps00:00 - 02:47 Intro 02:47 …

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ONE Heavyweight Champion Arjan Singh Bhullar | Ep 7 36:03

1y ago36:03

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Today, Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to ONE Heavyweight Champion Arjan Singh Bhullar ahead of his highly anticipated title unification bout with Anatoly Malykhin on June 23. In addition, Bhullar weighs in on Francis Ngannou’s recent move to the PFL, his thoughts on heavyweight Jon Jones, and much more! (1:20) Arjan Singh Bhullar on being a free agent and…

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Henry Cejudo Post-UFC 288 EXCLUSIVE! | Ep 6 44:37

1y ago44:37

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In an exclusive interview, Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to "Triple C" Henry Cejudo in his first interview since his split decision loss to Aljamain Sterling at UFC 288. Cejudo shares his thoughts on the fight, the scorecards, and his plans to fight Merab Dvalishvili next. He also opens up about his time spent coaching Jon Jones and his banter exchange w…

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Michael "Venom" Page | Ep 5 52:44

1y ago52:44

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Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to London’s finest Michael "Venom" Page about his flourishing relationship with UFC middleweight champion Israel Adesanya, his decade-long relationship with Bellator, when he hopes to fight for a title again, the opportunity to box once again, welcoming KSI to London Shootfighters, as well as how he deals with success and hi…

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39 - Ryan Rozicki, Professional Boxer | GPBI 1:13:11

1y ago1:13:11

1:13:11

In Episode 39, Ryan Rozicki, Professional Boxer (17-1, 16 KO), talks about his journey from being a fighter fighting for $500 to fighting for world titles, how he is the modern day Jack Dempsey and the origins of the Bruiser. Rozicki is the #6 ranked Cruiserweight in the world by the WBC and will be fighting for the WBC Silver Cruiserweight title a…

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Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson | Ep 4 47:45

1y ago47:45

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In this episode, Chamatkar Sandhu speaks to the NMF himself Stephen "Wonderboy" Thompson on a whole range of topics, including: Why a fight with Michel Pereira could get the 40-year-old Thompson one step closer to fighting for the UFC welterweight title once again (21:32) Thompson's guest coaching gig on the upcoming season of "The Ultimate Fighter…

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5 things I've learned from living in Hawai'i. 15:56

1+ y ago15:56

15:56

In the final episode of Season 3 of "The Found Generation" podcast, I explain what life in Hawai'i is truly like and why I feel it isn't the paradise we all paint it out to be. SUPPORT my new book "Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties" by visiting ⁠this link here.⁠

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UFCs growth & choosing your DREAM over MONEY with Chamatkar Sandhu. 41:10

1+ y ago41:10

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Somehow, I've made a career out of working in the wacky world of mixed martial arts. And on today's episode, I speak to one of the biggest names in the entirety of the sport: the great British MMA journalist Chamatkar Sandhu.If you're not an MMA fan, that's O.K.! This conversation will make sense even if you don't know the first thing about the spo…

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Documentary Filmmaker Pat Kondelis | Ep 3 35:42

1+ y ago35:42

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Lee Murray is one of the greatest "what-ifs" in MMA history. The former UFC middleweight, known most notably for going the distance with Anderson Silva in Cage Rage and for allegedly beating up Tito Ortiz in a street fight, held a 8-2-1 record before having his MMA career tragically cut short by a stabbing outside a London nightclub in 2005. But wa…

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Allysia Antolowitz recalls the day that changed her life forever. 42:23

1+ y ago42:23

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Last summer, Allysia Antolowitz married the love of her life. And in the fall, Allysia Antolowitz officially started her social media business. After having so many of her previous plans delayed or destroyed, everything was *finally* going according to plan for her. Until she woke up not feeling well on November 8, 2022. Since that day, everything …

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Darren Till | Ep 2 41:49

1+ y ago41:49

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Darren Till was supposed to be the next big thing for the United Kingdom. And he was ... until he wasn't. Years after breaking onto the scene, injuries have sidelined Till for long stretches of time and losses have dismantled the canyon he once shot out of. And in the blink of an eye, he's gone from the organization that once propelled him to globa…

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