Fight Back with Jake Shields Rich Franklin Discusses His Career and His Christianity - Fight Back Ep. 94
Aug 2, 2025
Rich Franklin, a former UFC champion and current VP at ONE Championship, shares captivating stories from his early days in MMA. He discusses epic battles with legends, revealing the magic and mayhem of the sport’s evolution. Franklin dives into the importance of proper technique and critical thinking in training, and how personal beliefs shape his journey. He also covers self-defense strategies for urban environments and the absurdities of theft laws, all while emphasizing community values and the rich lessons learned through travel.
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Science Is Not Absolute
- Science is not absolute truth but a search for understanding through investigation.
- Many scientific claims are theories that will be revised as knowledge progresses.
Healthy Skepticism Needed
- Skepticism toward experts is healthy when vested interests exist around information.
- Blind trust in authorities, like during COVID, can be misguided without personal research.
Control Distance to Defend
- Maintain distance and control your space in self-defense to avoid getting hit.
- Avoid letting attackers invade your personal space where reaction time gets compromised.