Get ready for a wild ride as we join forces with UFC fighter Jordan Leavitt, also known as the Monkey King. From his improbable journey from high school misfit to UFC sensation, Jordan spills the beans on his life, his career, and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Hear about his nerve-wracking decision to take a fight on a scant eleven days notice, drawing interesting contrasts to his time in the military.
Unravel the unique perspective of a fighter’s mindset through Jordan's lens, learning about the technical jargon and strategic planning that can forecast the outcome of a fight. We tackle subjects as diverse as Elon Musk and Mark Zuckerberg's hypothetical martial arts face-off, and the potential influence of Asperger's in a combat scenario. But it’s not all about the brawn - Jordan brings heart to the table, sharing his dreams of owning a ranch and soaking up the Vegas heat post-retirement.
Our conversation takes a sharp turn as we delve into the world of UFC - predicting the outcome of a potential rematch between Islam and Volcanovsky, and understanding the cultural implications of Islam's statement about his parents' reluctance towards his fighting career. All that and much more on our exciting episode with the charismatic and unapologetically flamboyant Monkey King, Jordan Leavitt.
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