
Fight Back with Jake Shields
Fight Back is a bold and uncensored podcast hosted by MMA champion Jake Shields. Each episode dives into the worlds of fighting, current events, politics, and controversy with a lineup of diverse and outspoken guests. With nothing off-limits, Jake explores hard-hitting topics and challenges the status quo, making Fight Back a must-listen for those who crave unfiltered discussions on the issues that matter most today. Get ready for an intense and thought-provoking experience with every episode.
Latest episodes

Apr 26, 2025 • 1h 4min
The Truth About the Murder of Mary Phagan - Fight Back Ep. 68
On April 26th, 1913, 14 year old Mary Phagan was murdered in Atlanta, Georgia, and her body was found in a factory basement the following day. The resulting arrest and conviction of Leo Frank led to the creation of the ADL - who still claim to this day his innocence. In today's episode, Jake interviews the great-niece of Mary Phagan, Mary Phagan Kean, who explains the truth of what really happened that day.Do you think Leo Frank was guilty?Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 00:32 Discovering the Family Secret04:32 Research and Collection07:34 Controversy and Public Perception10:41 Legal Battles and Pardon Efforts13:57 Media and Historical Representation18:37 Modern Efforts and Final Thoughts34:25 Uncovering the Truth About Leo Frank35:01 The 2015 Campaign and Public Reactions36:39 The 2019 Conviction Integrity Unit Announcement39:00 Challenges in Obtaining Records45:02 Debunking Historical Hoaxes49:12 The Role of Media and Public Perception01:00:25 Final Thoughts and Reflections

Apr 21, 2025 • 1h 42min
Oklahoma City Bombing Anniversary Episode - What Really Happened? - Fight Back Ep. 67
Jose Galison and Austin Picard of the No Way, Jose! Podcast came by the Vegas studio to discuss the Oklahoma City Bombing and the strange situations surrounding it. They touch on possible government involvement, Terry Nichols, connections to other incidents, McVeigh’s military background, media manipulation surrounding the attack, other conspiracy theories, and much more.You can find Jose and Austin on X:https://x.com/TowerGangJosehttps://x.com/theatrethugawpSupport the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introductio00:16 Oklahoma City Bombing Overview03:06 Government Involvement and Cover-ups06:44 Controversial Theories and Evidence37:06 Federal Involvement in Oklahoma City Bombing38:07 Terry Nichols and Legal Battles41:32 Connections to Other Incidents and Individuals47:06 McVeigh's Background and Military Connections57:18 Government Infiltration and Manipulation01:13:39 Comedy and Controversy01:19:10 Political Disillusionment and Anti-War Sentiments01:21:40 More Conspiracies and Wrap Up

Apr 18, 2025 • 1h 10min
Garry Tonon on MMA, Training, and Life - Fight Back Ep. 66
Garry Tonon came on the podcast to talk about MMA training, his competitive achievements, the ups and downs of fighting, the impact of COVID-19 on the fighting world, life in Puerto Rico, his move to Austin, and much more.#jakeshields #grappling #mmapodcast Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 01:34 Transition to MMA02:14 Early MMA Training Challenges03:50 Coaching Philosophy05:34 Loyalty in Martial Arts24:46 Competitive Achievements33:12 Fighting and the Emotional Rollercoaster35:26 The Intensity of Fighting37:09 The Emotional Rollercoaster of Winning and Losing38:45 Challenges and Rewards of Professional Fighting46:40 The Impact of COVID-19 on Training and Life47:29 Life in Puerto Rico During the Pandemic01:08:50 The Move to Austin and Future Plans01:10:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Apr 14, 2025 • 1h 52min
Sam Tripoli Talks Comedy, Cancel Culture, and Conspiracies - Fight Back Ep. 65
Sam Tripoli stopped by the Vegas podcast studio to talk about comedy, politics, conspiracy theories, the Vatican, Pizzagate, the importance of having kids, cancel culture, and much more. Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Podcast Swap and Guest Introduction01:51 Comedy and Memorable Gigs05:32 Political Commentary and Social Issues12:17 Conspiracy Theories and Controversial Topics39:54 The Three Pillars of Power40:03 The City of London: A Sovereign Territory41:15 Dark Arts and the Vatican42:00 Conspiracy Theories and Antisemitism45:48 Pizzagate and Pedophilia Allegations01:19:32 Universal Laws and Scarcity Myths01:20:04 The Importance of Having Kids01:21:33 Comedy, Cancel Culture, and Controversies01:31:30 Reflections on Recovery and Life Lessons

Apr 11, 2025 • 1h 6min
Re-Release: Ian Carroll, Sneako, and Jake Shields - Fight Back Ep. 1
For the very first episode of the Fight Back Podcast in the summer of 2024, Ian Carroll and Sneako stopped by the Vegas studio. They discussed who the mafia actually is, the role of the CIA in global politics, 9/11, Epstein, Satanic Symbolism in pop culture, P Diddy’s blackmail ring, the Rothschilds, the pandemic, and much more. Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 01:27 “The Mafia” and Organized Crime02:42 CIA and Global Politics05:43 9/11 Conspiracies and Israeli Involvement12:16 BlackRock and Corporate Control21:09 Epstein and Mossad Connections29:11 Satanism and Symbolism33:35 Marina Abramovich's Controversial Rituals34:22 Balenciaga and Public Displays of Satanism35:10 P Diddy and Blackmail Rings36:44 Sam Altman and ChatGPT Censorship37:10 Historical Terrorism and Media Manipulation38:27 The Rothschild Family and Global Influence53:05 COVID-19, Vaccines, and Government Control01:01:29 Political Corruption and Foreign Influence01:04:54 Closing Thoughts and Future Plans

Apr 7, 2025 • 2h 8min
Firas Zahabi on MMA, Gym Culture, and Islam - Fight Back Ep. 64
Firas Zahabi stopped by the Vegas podcast studio to talk about his current coaching and training insights, the evolution of MMA, COVID-19 in Canada, Jewish-Muslim relations, modern political tensions, the future of Islam and Christianity, the difference between a Liberal and Traditional mindset, and much more.Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 20%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction04:22 Coaching and Training Insights13:38 Evolution of MMA and Gym Culture27:58 The Journey to Owning a Gym29:33 The Evolution of Training Methods40:56 The Importance of Mental Preparation55:45 Public Debate and COVID-19 Measures in Quebec57:49 Personal Experiences with COVID-19 Restrictions01:20:09 Cultural Differences in Healthcare Approaches01:23:41 Historical Context of Jewish-Muslim Relations01:28:00 Modern Political Tensions and Solutions01:44:13 Future of Islam and Christianity01:45:21 Liberalism vs. Traditional Values02:00:44 Training and Evolution in MMA

Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 46min
Ryan Matta Exposes the Dark Truth of Child Trafficking - Fight Back Ep. 63
Ryan Matta stopped by the Vegas studio to talk about a very important issue: child trafficking. An expert on the issue with a background in both research and films, Ryan and Jake discuss high profile cases and their cover ups, government involvement in trafficking, NGO corruption, Andrew Tate’s allegations, how the border crises helps facilitate trafficking, El Salvador’s fight against the cartels, and much moreSupport the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10ThincZinc+ is a 7-in-1 organic supplement for cellular bio-optimization - increasing your energy, clarity, and mood. It includes high grade zinc, magnesium, vitamin c, black currant berries, MCT oil, and flavored with an organic fruit extract. Visit https://biogenesislaboratory.com/fightback to save 10%, or use the promo code FIGHTBACK. http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Understanding Child Trafficking Operations02:15 High-Profile Cases and Cover-Ups05:54 Government Involvement and NGO Corruption15:16 The Broken System and Its Consequences38:35 Defining Treason39:17 Uncovering NGO Corruption41:02 Connecting the Dots: From Epstein to Israel44:07 Andrew Tate and the Trafficking Allegations47:06 Government Failures and the Border Crisis01:15:56 The Impact of Politics and COVID-1901:16:49 Laura Loomer's Struggles and Censorship01:19:42 Controversial Views on Religious Practices01:25:35 El Salvador's Fight Against Cartels01:31:58 Challenges in Exposing Child Trafficking

Mar 28, 2025 • 1h 15min
Gilbert Melendez on Fighting, Family, and the Future - Fight Back Ep. 61
Gilbert Melendez stopped by the Vegas podcast studio to talk about his early fighting career, training with the Diaz brothers, his fighting and coaching philosophy, the rivalries he had in his career, what it’s like transitioning from fighting to coaching, memorable fights, the importance of family, and much more.Support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com Save 10% by using promo code FIGHTBACK10http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction01:13 Early Life and Wrestling Beginnings02:09 College Wrestling and Transition to MMA03:05 Building Friendships and Rivalries18:57 First Fights and Rise in MMA26:45 The Legacy of Great Fighters27:15 Generational Greatness in Combat Sports28:46 Training and Team Dynamics34:00 Fighting in Japan: Culture Shock and Challenges41:53 The Impact of the Pandemic on Training50:59 Commentating and Podcasting Journey52:15 Fighting in LFA and UFC54:18 Memorable Fights and Rivalries01:04:29 Future Plans and Reflections

Mar 26, 2025 • 1h 37min
Tony Moon, The L.A Riots “Roof Top Korean” - Fight Back Ep. 60
Tony Moon stopped by the studio, with Arthur Kwon Lee, to talk to Jake about his role in the 1992 L.A. riots where he and his friends famously protected Koreatown from rioters. They also discussed the George Floyd/BLM riots, Antifa protests and street fights, the impact of January 6th, the pandemic, California’s current politics, and much more. Tony Moon on X: https://x.com/RoofKorean7Arthur Kwon Lee on X: https://x.com/badaznSupport the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code FIGHTBACK10http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK. 00:00 Introduction 00:23 Meeting Tony Moon: The Infamous Rooftop Korean05:55 The 1992 LA Riots: A Historical Context08:11 Modern Parallels: George Floyd Riots12:14 The Importance of Self-Defense and Community19:33 Korean Immigration and Cultural Pride33:57 The Role of Masculinity and Martial Arts39:48 Cultural Assimilation and Respect44:44 The Impact of January 6th46:05 Antifa and Political Protests55:25 Personal Struggles with the FBI01:04:33 The Importance of Martial Arts Training01:06:32 The Antifa Brawl Incident01:09:24 Becoming Politically Active01:10:17 The Pandemic and Government Distrust01:29:50 The Role of Honor in Masculinity01:36:34 Future Aspirations and Closing Thoughts

Mar 21, 2025 • 15min
Gym Interview With Bryce Mitchell: Being an Underdog, His Battle With Demons, and Elon Musk
A behind the scenes Fight Back Exclusive:Jake met up with Bryce Mitchell as he was training for his upcoming fight with Jean Silva. They talked about Bryce's ridiculous underdog status, his media controversy, his spiritual battles, and much more.#jakeshields #brycemitchell #ufcnews You can support the podcast by purchasing merch at http://fightbackpodcast.com Save 10% by using promo code FIGHTBACK10http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases also help us fund our free speech platform.Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK
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