Boxing, Dog Fighting and Gender Slop w/ FuriusPertinax: The J. Burden Show Ep. 385
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Dec 9, 2025 Dive into the world of antique cars and steam-powered marvels as the hosts share tales from industrialist collections. They unravel the myths of martial arts, tackling the legend of Frank Dux and the evolution of fighting styles with MMA. Discover boxing history through Max Schmeling's career and wartime experiences. The conversation veers into modern gender discourse and youth radicalization, examining societal challenges. Expect charm, nostalgia, and a dash of critique as they blend diverse topics with humor and insight.
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Gargantuan Steam Car In The Collection
- J. Burden described a massive 8,000-pound steam car owned by old American industrial families that terrified everyone at the collection.
- The locomotive-like wheels even sank into the concrete floor when they moved it, illustrating its incredible weight.
Avoid Single-Topic Burnout
- Avoid obsessing over one topic or you'll burn out, J. Burden warns podcasters and political commentators.
- Change subjects and keep low audience expectations to stay sane and creative.
Frank Dukes’ Bloodsport Tall Tales
- J. Burden recounted Frank Dukes, a self-styled martial mystic who claimed Bloodsport was real and sued Jean‑Claude Van Damme.
- Dukes sold sensational memoirs and manuals, later being publicly debunked and even beaten by a cage fighter.
