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November 4, 2024 65 mins

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0:00 - Intro: Welcoming Chris Mecate to Basement Talk
2:45 - Chris’s Beginnings: How he found his passion in wrestling
5:32 - Transition to MMA: Moving from wrestling to a fighting career
8:17 - First MMA Fight: Reflecting on early fights and initial lessons
12:10 - Building Bloodline Gym: Creating a family within the gym
15:22 - Daily Discipline: Chris’s training regimen and habits
18:09 - Mental Preparation: Overcoming nerves and building confidence
22:34 - Physical Challenges: Injury stories and pushing through pain
27:19 - Brotherhood in Fighting: The support system behind his journey
30:41 - Balancing Personal Life: How he manages life outside of fighting
34:09 - Learning from Losses: Reflections on key setbacks and resilience
37:57 - Winning Moments: Sharing memorable victories
40:53 - Mentors and Role Models: Influences that shaped his path
45:26 - Future in MMA: Chris’s ambitions and upcoming fights
51:09 - Rapid-Fire Round: Fun, quick questions for Chris
54:32 - Final Thoughts: Chris’s advice for aspiring fighters
56:18 - Closing Remarks: Wrapping up with gratitude and next steps

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