In this episode Sean joined me to discuss:

1.  The early days of MMA in the USA.

2.  Competing in the UFC at the age of 18.

3.  Transitioning from Kickboxing to MMA.

4.  Why Buffalo, NY is the ultimate party city.

5.  Joining the Lions Den, and mistakes made/lessons learned during his time there.

6.  Meeting and learning from John Saylor.

7.  How cultural norms affect grappling traditions and why SAMBO culture was the best fit for him.

8.  How adaptation and change is required as an athlete ages both in technique and strength and conditioning needs.

9.  Taking the driver's seat in training and injury rehab.

10.  The Apache Leg Pin System and Scythe Armbar system.   Check out his seminar here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K33NOcVatII&t=383s

11.  How armlocks and leg locks are related.

12 How a wrist injury led him to develop "hands-free" submission finishes and ultimately upped his finishing skills.

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