Fight Back with Jake Shields Derek Moneyberg Addresses Black Belt Controversy - Fight Back Ep. 91
Jul 23, 2025
01:35:22
Derek Moneyberg stopped by the Vegas studio to talk to Jake about his rapid black belt journey (and the controversy it has caused), the importance of quality coaching, what it’s been like training with the most elite fighters in the world, and much more.
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00:00 Introduction00:31 Derek's Rapid Black Belt Journey02:01 The Importance of Quality Coaching05:37 Hard Work and Success Principles10:43 Overcoming Adversity and Stereotypes32:33 Closing the Gap: Early Struggles and Mindset33:27 Training with Top Female Fighters35:22 The Chuck Liddell Experience36:46 Lessons from Mentors and Personal Growth48:03 Investment Strategies and Philosophies01:03:58 Training with the Best: Insights from Top Fighters01:04:40 The Importance of Integrity and Resilience01:06:43 Navigating Success and Maintaining Relationships01:13:51 The Role of Luck and Preparation in Fighting01:19:06 Respect and Boundaries with Public Figures
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We’re proud to announce our new publishing sponsor Antelope Hill Publishing! You can buy a controversial book, and support the podcast at the same time, by going to http://antelopehillpublishing.com and using code FIGHTBACK
Purchase the shirts Jake wears on the show at http://fightbackpodcast.com and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10
http://MerakiMedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK.
00:00 Introduction00:31 Derek's Rapid Black Belt Journey02:01 The Importance of Quality Coaching05:37 Hard Work and Success Principles10:43 Overcoming Adversity and Stereotypes32:33 Closing the Gap: Early Struggles and Mindset33:27 Training with Top Female Fighters35:22 The Chuck Liddell Experience36:46 Lessons from Mentors and Personal Growth48:03 Investment Strategies and Philosophies01:03:58 Training with the Best: Insights from Top Fighters01:04:40 The Importance of Integrity and Resilience01:06:43 Navigating Success and Maintaining Relationships01:13:51 The Role of Luck and Preparation in Fighting01:19:06 Respect and Boundaries with Public Figures
Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.