Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh

Stylebender’s Fighting Future, Jon Jones Legacy, & Street Fighting

Nov 20, 2024

Israel Adesanya, a striking superstar and former UFC middleweight champion, shares his journey through fighting and personal growth. He opens up about his uncertain future in the ring and reflects on a wild road rage incident. The conversation dives into street fighting dynamics, the psychological aspects of combat, and how anime influences his fighting style. Adesanya also touches on his spiritual beliefs, childhood memories, and the powerful motivations that drive him as a fighter, blending humor with deep insights.

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Israel Adesanya

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Israel Adesanya discusses his uncertain fighting future and the motivation behind his continuing journey in the sport.

The podcast emphasizes the internal struggles champions face, including complacency and the pressure to maintain performance after defending titles.

Personal stories shared about parenthood highlight the profound changes and responsibilities that come with family aspirations and relationships.

Confrontation in public spaces raises questions about violence, as the speaker reflects on the absurdity of street fights while advocating for peace.

Nutrition and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are critical for performance, with discussions on the positive impact of engaging a personal chef and focusing on whole foods.

Cultural narratives around spirituality and personal anecdotes illustrate the importance of shared experiences and deeper connections in understanding one's identity.

Deep dives

The Importance of Workout Gear

Quality workout gear is essential for achieving fitness goals. The podcast discusses how having the right equipment can enhance performance and overall motivation. Investing in good workout gear, from shoes to clothing, can make exercise more enjoyable and comfortable. The hosts emphasize that affordable options exist without compromising on quality, encouraging listeners to explore available choices.

Intro

3min

Stories of Birth, Brawls, and Growth

18min

Life Tour Reflections and Tax Talks

2min

Humor and Heart in Parenting

4min

The Thrill of Combat and Connection

16min

Jones vs. Miocic: A Legacy Showdown

4min

Embracing Innovation and Confidence in Combat Sports

2min

Navigating Transition: Athletes' Tough Choices

7min

Streamlining Business Operations with Odoo

2min

10.

The Psychology of Combat: Strategy and Spirituality

10min

11.

Supernatural Childhood Memories

17min

12.

Cultural Identities and Comedic Reflections

7min

13.

Childhood Heroes and Fighting Inspiration

2min

14.

Crypto Banter and Power Ranger Scandals

10min

15.

Austin Adventures and Performance Insights

15min

16.

The Evolution of UFC Commentary and Personal Insights

17min

17.

Navigating Life Changes and Modern Dating

11min

Yooo Schulz recording his special next week, so we banked this episode from a couple weeks ago with the OG Flagrant guest Stylebender. Izzy came through & explained what is going on with his fighting future, talked about his road rage incident, broke down some street-fighting, anime & much much more. INDULGE

00:00 Intro

1:10 Most Flagrant appearances + Mark's homebirth

4:24 Izzy was a wild boy

7:36 Costly mistake in the ring + Future's uncertain

10:37 Where does the motivation come from?

14:06 Izzy Road Rage incident

20:44 Gimme the money

23:17 Mark immediately changed

25:34 Israel wants to have kids + Dov's a p1mp

30:08 Being cool with Dricus + Finding the motivator

35:14 Hate being the favorite + Addicted to high stakes

39:47 Adjusting to the calm

41:34 Izzy's Prediction Jones v Stipe

44:04 Who would win between Jones v Aspinall?

45:32 Fun v risk + Knowing to walk away

49:10 When will Izzy break up with fighting?

1:04:11 Strickland style + Stretching out Pereira

1:09:40 Poatan's mutual respect + Tapping into spirituality

1:14:41 Spiritual stories from Nigeria & Pakistan

1:21:16 Zombie story + We want to believe in superstition

1:27:00 Shout-out to Jesus + God + Prasad

1:30:42 Gandhi's bars + Claiming Christianity

1:32:31 Naming Ceremonies + Throwing wealth

1:36:27 Funniest Jew Story + Jewish fighters

1:38:11 Anime hero for Izzy + Mark’s new show

1:47:47 Dov works HARD + You have to deliver

1:54:55 Breaking down street fights + Key & Peele sketch

2:00:27 Commentating + Fighters' wisdom

2:03:34 Everyone hears what you say + Zuckerberg's passion

2:10:22 Power of being uncomfortable

2:13:37 Izzy's Movie + Life events requires a reset

2:20:41 No rush to find the one + Dating app issues

2:23:30 Izzy's stalker + Elite Pull Out

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Andrew Schulz's Flagrant with Akaash Singh

Stylebender’s Fighting Future, Jon Jones Legacy, & Street Fighting

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