This Past Weekend w/ Theo Von #649 - Nate Diaz & Chris Avila
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Mar 31, 2026 
Nate Diaz, Stockton-born mixed martial artist and BMF figure; Chris Avila, Stockton MMA fighter training in the Cesar Gracie lineage. They talk Stockton culture and that 209 vibe. They chat training, fight camps and May 16th Netflix matchups. They also share stories about sparring, acting in Busboys, and life outside the cage.
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Nate's Early Gig At The Tri-Tip Stand
- Nate worked at a burger spot flipping tri-tips while selling weed on the side.
- He describes pulling up to the barbecue to drop an eighth and then going inside to make cheeseburgers.
Get Better By Training With Every Discipline
- Train broadly with diverse partners to improve: Nate emphasizes training with boxers, wrestlers, jiu-jitsu and kickboxers.
- He joins everyone at the Cesar Gracie lineage gym and learns from varied styles and ages.
Teach Jiu-Jitsu Like Learning To Swim
- Teach jiu-jitsu early for self-defense and situational awareness.
- Nate compares it to learning to swim: essential for safety and confidence in unpredictable situations.