In this episode, Michaela and Deja discuss their preferences for energy boosts, comparing coffee and energy drinks, and delve into the effects of caffeine on health. They share personal anecdotes about their experiences with energy drinks and the impact on their heart rates. The discussion transitions to them brainstorming fun activities to do together, including visits to cigar lounges and bingo nights, highlighting the importance of social connections and leisure activities in their lives. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja discuss various topics ranging from personal experiences with weight management and nutrition to the challenges of grocery prices and the idea of raising chickens. They share stories about animals, including the intelligence of elephants and the bond between unlikely animal pairs. The discussion shifts to the decline in movie quality, particularly in live-action adaptations, and their thoughts on Super Bowl commercials. They also touch on personal struggles, including car troubles, and the impact of these challenges on their lives. Finally, they reflect on coaching dynamics in the context of UFC 312, exploring the relationship between athletes and their coaches. In this conversation, Deja Jackson and Michaela discuss various themes surrounding the dynamics of coaching in sports, the financial landscape of athletes, the retirement of John Danaher, the future of Travis Kelce in football, and the experiences of newbies in jiu-jitsu. They explore the implications of public discourse on coaching, the alarming absence of female athletes in top earnings, and the challenges faced by athletes as they age and consider retirement. The conversation also highlights the importance of breathing and technique for beginners in jiu-jitsu. In this conversation, Michaela and Deja explore the journey from being a novice to becoming a mentor in jujitsu, emphasizing the importance of patience, practice, and community support. They discuss the concept of surrender, highlighting its power in accepting reality and the necessity of asking for help. The discussion transitions into the philosophy of Wu Wei, or effortless action, and how it relates to finding one's flow in both jujitsu and life.
Chapters
00:00 Energy Boosts: Coffee vs. Energy Drinks 03:02 The Science of Caffeine and Heart Health 06:06 Cigars and Cigar Lounges: A Social Experience 12:00 Bingo: The Unexpected Thrill of the Game 20:58 Planning Fun Activities: Cigar Lounges and Beyond 23:15 The Struggles of Weight Management 24:00 Nutrition and Protein Goals 25:53 The Cost of Living: Grocery Prices 26:58 The Reality of Raising Chickens 28:15 Nature's Brutality: Animal Stories 29:50 The Bond Between Unlikely Animals 30:48 The Intelligence of Elephants 32:02 Lessons from the Jungle Book 34:55 The Decline of Movie Quality 36:39 Commercials and the Super Bowl Experience 38:28 Weekly Updates and Personal Struggles 41:57 Car Troubles and Their Impact 44:14 Manifesting a Better Future 46:07 UFC 312: Coaching and Performance 50:40 Reflections on Coaching Dynamics 52:45 Coaching Dynamics and Public Discourse 57:19 The Financial Landscape of Athletes 01:08:41 John Danaher's Retirement and Its Implications 01:13:31 Travis Kelce's Future in Football 01:23:34 Navigating Newbies in Jiu-Jitsu 01:25:25 Navigating the Journey: From Novice to Mentor 01:30:38 The Power of Surrender: Embracing Reality 01:41:16 Finding Flow: The Art of Wu Wei
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