Episode 227: Frank Mir returns! - a podcast by Ryan Ford: Grappling Enthusiast, Entrepreneur, Podcast Host

Frank Mir returns to talk about his release from the UFC, Bellator, USADA, Yoga and his ADCC Superfight against Chael Sonnen (later canceled after recording this interview). He also talks about cult mentality, loyalty and frauds in martial arts. Click “Read More” for show notes! 



* Spending time in the UK

* His release from the UFC

* His plans for his career from here

* Fedor

* Fighting abilities that fade with time

* His desire for a rubber match against Brock Lesnar

* His opinion on USADA’s role in the UFC

* Tyron Woodley vs Demian Maia

* His ADCC Superfight with Chael Sonnen (Later cancelled after recording this interview)

* Yoga

* Mistakes he’s made in his career that he’s learned from

* Advice for aspiring fighters

* Respecting injuries / Listening to your body

* His daughter Bella

* Coaching your kids

* His plans for a gym of his own

* His thoughts on the GCP Seminar he did in Atlanta in March

* Loyalty in Jiu-Jitsu

* Being open minded as an instructor

* Cults in BJJ / Staying in your lane

* Being forced to use social media

* Frauds in martial arts

* Jiu-Jitsu’s relevance in modern MMA

* How gloves and protective equipment in combat sports can actually make it more dangerous

* Self defense in the real world

* How the humility learned in Jiu-Jitsu helps you be comfortable learning new things

* Bellator

* Commentating fights

* How his coffee addiction affects his commentary career

* Ryan’s caffeine sensitivity

* Grappling superfights

* Phone Booth Fighting Podcast







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