The Gracie family has long been revered for introducing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu to the global stage, establishing a legacy that forever altered the martial arts landscape. They launched the UFC, positioning their art as a way to demonstrate technique over brute force, with Royce Gracie achieving legendary status by defeating larger, seemingly more athletic opponents. However, … Read more
Behind the scenes of the groundbreaking 1999 film “The Matrix,” revealed that the cast’s martial arts training extended far beyond initial expectations. What was originally planned as a five-week intensive camp evolved into a grueling six-month regimen of Wushu training, dramatically shaping the film’s iconic action sequences. The Wachowski siblings, directors of “The Matrix,” had … Read more
Chuck Norris is a legendary figure in the world of martial arts and action movies. As an iconic tough guy on the silver screen, Norris’s martial prowess has captivated audiences for decades. However, one little-known aspect of his martial arts journey is the creation of his own system, known as Chun Kuk Do. Despite Norris’s … Read more
In one of boxing’s most audacious frauds, Mexican media executive and politician Jorge Kahwagi Jr. orchestrated an elaborate deception that would ultimately make him a laughingstock in the sport. Born in 1968 to influential media mogul and political figure Jorge Kahwagi Sr., the younger Kahwagi grew up with every advantage but struggled with deep-seated insecurities … Read more
Steven Seagal’s public persona has long been characterized by a complex web of claims about his heritage, identity, and cultural connections. Over the decades, these assertions have evolved dramatically, painting a fascinating picture of how the action star has reimagined and repositioned his identity in the public eye. Born on April 10, 1952, in Lansing, … Read more
Dr. Andrew Huberman, a renowned neuroscientist and host of the Huberman Lab podcast, has candidly shared his experiences with various supplements, peptides, and experimental therapies. In particular, Huberman’s use of the peptide BPC-157 has attracted considerable attention due to its purported benefits and the controversies surrounding it. Huberman’s Experimental Yet Cautious Approach Andrew Huberman’s curiosity-driven … Read more
In a testament to the peculiar influence of podcast culture on combat sports, the Brazilian Jiu-jitsu community finds itself caught in an amusing paradox: athletes are simultaneously embracing unproven “natural” lifestyle changes while diving headfirst into performance enhancement. Take Nick “Nicky Rod” Rodriguez, a rising star in the grappling world who recently made headlines for … Read more
Back in 2021, I was working as a beat reporter for an MMA website when an interesting video surfaced on Twitter—it was the MMA debut of transgender female fighter Alana McLaughlin. There wasn’t much press leading up to the event, but after the fight, it became all the MMA media could talk about for the … Read more
Andrew Huberman, a Stanford neuroscientist and popular science communicator, has built a massive following with his podcast. Aimed at making science accessible, it promises to decode complex topics in neuroscience and health for a general audience. However, beneath his charisma and credentials lies a growing controversy. Critics argue that Huberman is walking a fine line … Read more
In the world of unconventional beliefs, few theories have garnered as much attention—or controversy—as the flat Earth movement. While podcast heavyweight Joe Rogan has always maintained his skepticism, some prominent figures in the combat sports world have embraced the theory, setting the stage for what could be a definitive moment for the movement. “I don’t … Read more
