For the hosts of The Unified Rules of Podcast, there is something about Mixed Martial Artists like Fedor Emelianenko, Wanderlei Silva, and Randy Couture that puts us in a higher state of admiration than the current roster of fighters. While today’s Mixed Martial Artists are highly skilled, creating a very good resume, or are developing a fan following of their own, at least with Eric and Edmund, they don’t draw our attention like MMA fighters of the past. Perhaps other fans, past and present, have a similar sentiment.

In this episode, there is an exploration of why that is, analyzing both personal experiences and the landscape of the MMA industry. There may be a combination of both in play. In this episode, listeners will understand why multiple factors are in play.

Does nostalgia play a role? Does the UFC’s uniform policy inhibit a fighter’s creativity and individuality? The conversation goes in directions that we didn’t anticipate and as a result, it is a highly analytical conversation about the type of impact Mixed Martial Artists leave and how one’s memories of fighters make them gravitate towards certain individuals. Additionally, how much do personality and who’s competing play a role in leaving a memorable impression on fans and in general, on MMA fandom?