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April 2, 2025 78 mins

In this engaging conversation, Michaela and Deja explore various themes, including the humorous aspects of pranks, the origins of April Fool's Day, their growing podcast audience, and personal updates on their lives. The dialogue is filled with laughter, insights, and reflections on their journey as podcasters and individuals. In this conversation, Deja Jackson and Michaela discuss various topics related to UFC and MMA, including recent fight news, predictions for upcoming events, and the journey of fighters like Paige Van Zant. They explore emotional themes such as transitioning from fear to flow, the importance of sparring techniques, and the dynamics of rolling with different body types in martial arts. The conversation is filled with insights into the sport, personal experiences, and the evolving landscape of MMA. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss various themes surrounding personal growth, resilience, and the challenges faced in combat sports. They explore the dynamics of rolling with larger opponents, upcoming events in the combat sports world, and the journey from fear to flow in high-stress situations. The discussion also delves into the illusion of control in life and the importance of embracing the uncontrollable aspects of existence, culminating in a reflection on how experiences shape personal identity.

 

Chapters

00:00 The Return of the Studio and Prank Ideas 02:58 Origins of April Fool's Day 05:55 Global Reach and Listener Engagement 09:01 Personal Updates and Achievements 12:01 Preparing for Presentations and Research 14:59 Consciousness and Research Design 23:11 Celebrating Accomplishments and Transitioning to Content 24:24 From Fear to Flow: Navigating Emotions 25:54 UFC News: Retirements and Controversies 32:32 Upcoming Fights and Event Changes 36:50 UFC 314: Predictions and Matchups 41:03 Paige Van Zant's Journey and New Developments 47:00 Rolling Techniques: The Art of Sparring 50:24 Rolling with Bigger Opponents 51:05 Upcoming Events in the Combat Sports World 54:44 From Fear to Flow: Overcoming Stress 01:02:18 The Illusion of Control in Life 01:09:30 Embracing the Uncontrollable

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