🎙️ Podcast Episode Copy: Season 10, Episode 3 - "Back to the Roots"
👊 The next big MMA event is around the corner, but this episode, we're taking it back to basics! We're breaking it down for our long-time listeners and newbies alike. UFC 300 is looming in the shadows, so let's rewind to where it all began - UFC 1!
📅 UFC 1, Nov 12, 1993, Denver, Colorado. We're going old school, with a one-night tournament to determine the best martial arts system. Rorion Gracie's heavy influence made it a jiu-jitsu showcase.
👥 The Fighters: From Ken Shamrock to Royce Gracie, let's reminisce about the pioneers of the octagon.
👕 The Fashion: American Gladiators style, the Gracie train, and the Greek Prom Style Lifetime Achievement to Helio Gracie. And of course, Royce Gracie emerges as the winner!
🤔 What happened to the fighters after UFC 1? Ken Shamrock and Royce Gracie's journeys, Art Jimmerson's return to boxing, and the varied paths of the other pioneers.
🎙️ MMATWITTERMINUTE: George's spicy moments on "Heck of a Morning" and the burning question - Crossfit or Dunkin?
👗 MMAFASHION: Megan and Dustin at the Apex. Megan's animal print blazer steals the show, and Dustin's classic Robert Graham tee is a knockout.
🍽️ NO FIGHTING: Thanksgiving Food Draft! Rock, paper, scissors for the first pick. Let the feast begin! 🦃
👑 QUEENS CORRESPONDENT: Dricus Du Plessis on Israel Adesanya's UFC hiatus - a surprising take. Andreas shares his changed perception.
🎧 *Listen now on your favorite platform. Link in bio! 🔗 #PodcastAlert #BacktotheRoots #UFC1Rewind #MMATwitterMinute #MMAFashion #ThanksgivingDraft #UFC300 #RoyceGracie #KenShamrock #NoFightingPodcast #QueensCorrespondent
