All About Balance

I am joined this episode by prominent UFC.com author, media member and a mentor of mine, Spencer Kyte.

The gents and I breakdown the MONSTER UFC 268 card. Enjoy.

The usual cohort are back, and this time we discuss the fights on the UFC 266 card. Enjoy!

In this episode Jolyon Shotton, an IT professional joins the podcast to discuss his world travels, AI, music and much more.

Chris Bouldin joins the podcast this week. We discuss, randomness, the singularity of technology, are we the new Luddites? IBM's Project Debater and of course, COVID.

The gang are BACK! We are breaking down all the fights for UFC 265: Gane vs Lewis.

Philosophy student and grappler Robert Degle re-joins the podcast to discuss the relationship between human knowledge, sense of self, identity etc in the modern information technology era.Roberts Instructionals: https://robertdeglebjjonline.teachable.com/

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!I am joined once again by the gents.  Ian, Robbie, Lee and I discuss the news and the huge UFC 264: Poirier vs McGregor 3 card. Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rssSevere MMA podcast: https://severemma.com/pints

If you enjoy this podcast, please like, subscribe and comment!In this episode Dr. Rosi Sexton joins me to discuss her thoughts on the impacts of the COVID pandemic, socially, economically and politically. 

If you enjoy this podcast, please like, subscribe and comment!In this episode, Physiotherapist Tom Walker discusses his journey from the NHS to private sector, his goals pertaining to data collection for the improvement of grappling and much more!If you are a grappler and wish to fill out his questionnaire, you can do so here: https://bit.ly/3wl0eWn

If you enjoy this podcast, please share, subscribe and review!*APOLOGIES for the poor audio, this will be fixed in later episodes*Videographer and martial artist Herbie Lomas joins the podcast this week. We discuss his newest short film telling the story of a Muay Thai fighter and coach. We also discuss ways in which the grappling community could help the sport to grow.A Martial Artist's Journey - Bradley Heason: https://vimeo.com/544777877

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!I am joined once again by the usual cohort of Ian, Robbie and Lee as we discuss UFC263: Adesanya vs Vettori 2. Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rssSevere MMA podcast: https://severemma.com/pints

Dr. Jeremi Suri, the Mack Brown Distinguished Professor for History at the University of Texas, Austin joins the podcast this week. I had a fantastic time with Jeremi as we discussed how we may view the current changes in the world from a historically informed perspective. You can find out more about Jeremi here: http://jeremisuri.net/He hosts a fantastic podcast named This is Democracy: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/this-is-democracy/id1420520464?mt=2He also recorded a Ted Talk which we talk about in the show: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=poDN2WGL5yc

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!Business owner Marko Papuckovski joins the podcast to discuss, business growth, the meandering of human accountability, power and influence and his ways of negotiating with social media.Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rss

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!Business owner and commentator Chris Fensom joins the podcast to discuss morality, marketing, the future of the human race and the capability for violence.

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!I am joined this episode once again by Severe MMA's very own Ian O'Neill to break down the UFC 262 card and the relevant news stories of the week. Enjoy!Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rssSevere MMA podcast: https://severemma.com/pints

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!Dave joins the podcast once again, we discuss AI, the future of society in an automation era, commercialisation of consciousness and much more.

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!Steve McBriarty joins the podcast this week. We discuss, skateboarding, social discourse, the potential of immersive gaming and where it might lead society and YouTube rabbit holes.Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rss

If you like the episode, please like, subscribe and review!I am joined by Psychosexual Therapist, and PhD student, Lesley Boswell to discuss her important work in the further understanding of vulvodynia, and how to help couples through their journey with it. Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rss

Severe MMA's Ian O'Neill and 2/3rds of the Combat Thoughts podcast join me today to breakdown the upcoming UFC261: Usman vs Masvidal 2 card.Podcast Info:Podcast Website: https://www.allaboutbalancepodcast.com/Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3tfupggSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3dWwffDEpisode Playlist: https://bit.ly/3sgzEuNRSS Feed: https://feeds.buzzsprout.com/827776.rssSevere MMA podcast: https://severemma.com/pintsCombat Thoughts podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/782462

If you like this episode, please do hit like, subscribe and share it with your friends.Musician, Producer and events manager Sam joins the podcast to discuss his recent music releases, his history in the music industry and we get a musical history lesson. Great time as always talking to Sam.Enjoy it!

Louis Bricusse joins the podcast and overwhelmed me with his story. This episode shows the determination of a person who wanted to face the world with truth and succeeded.

Artist Ryan Roadkill joins the podcast to discuss his creative processes, surveillance, the future of humanity, and his love of bikes.https://www.ryanroadkill.com/

Financial software engineer Josh Kennedy joins the podcast to discuss the r/WallStBets saga, and gives a really great review of investing and its mechanics. In the podcast, he discusses some books that would be of use: The Essays of Warren Buffet - Lawrence A. CunninghamDiary of a Very Bad Year - n+1 (Anonymous author)The Outsiders - William ThorndikeCable Cowboy - Mark RobichauxGodel, Escher, Bach - Douglas R HofstadterThe Power Broker - Robert Caro

Today I am joined by the boys from The Combat Thoughts podcast (https://www.instagram.com/combatthoughts/?hl=en) to discuss all of the fights on UFC260.*At the time of recording, the Alex Volkanovski vs Brian Ortega fight was still live.

Today Rachel Millar from Safer Places joins the podcast to discuss all things domestic violence, stalking and sexual abuse. This gave me a greater insight into the work that Safer Places does and the impact that it can have. The Safer Places website for anyone who needs help, or would like more information is here: https://www.saferplaces.co.uk/As you may know i recently was a part of a fundraiser for the Safer Places charity, which you can see the highlight video of here: https://youtu.be/Fzhe1xiJQ0U

Sean Sheehan of Severe MMA joins the podcast this week. We discuss at length his approach to journalism, analysis and the impact that his podcast has had on the wide audience that he holds. We also slate Manchester United a good bit too. Go and sign up to the Severe MMA Patreon at: www.severemma.com/pints

Livia Giles is on the podcast this week. Massive thank you to Livia for being so gracious with her time. We discuss becoming a high level athlete, how to get more inclusion for females into sport, and much more.

Today I am joined by Adam Adshead. We covered jumping into cold lakes, an old life of music journalism, surviving lockdown and becoming addicted to Skyrim.

I am joined again by Academic Associate, Dan Dimmock. Dan is working toward his PhD in Immunology and we caught up on all things COVID-19, lockdown, new music and the state of the US.Dan mentioned in the episode a podcast and a YouTube channel, they are below:- Qanon Anonymous Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCc9tqvU7wDQCNGI7E-jaouQ- ContraPoints: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7gDKbT_l2us&feature=youtu.beDan's blog: https://immunopolitics.wordpress.com

Today a long time friend and ex-colleague Ewan Aitken is on the podcast. We discuss Manchester United, growing up in South Africa, a new potential political system and much more.

Today Jack and I are joined by special guest Ian O'Neill from Severe MMA to breakdown the UFC258 card.Subscribe to the Severe MMA Podcast patreon here: https://www.patreon.com/severemmapodcast

Today Luke Trainer joins the podcast. Luke and I speak about his journey through life in a home that fosters children, his charity work, his mentoring of the youth and lots more. If you are interested in fostering children, the links Luke spoke about are below:https://ukfostering.org.uk/https://www.gov.uk/becoming-foster-parent

Author of 13 books, and prolific writer Donald McRae joins the podcast this week to discuss growing up in South Africa, Boxing, MMA and much more.

Today Wade Norris of Our Last Enemy is on the podcast. Wade and I discuss his musical process, lockdown in Australia, his new Brisbane food obsession and whether office working is dead.You can find Our Last Enemy below:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCBmaqsQOBFy4D93k6EtUPEghttps://www.facebook.com/ourlastenemy

Sean, Jack and I return to discuss the MASSIVE card that is - UFC 257: Poirier vs McGregor 2.

Northern BJJ pioneer Lloyd Cooper joins the podcast to discuss his thoughts on a variety of things.

Today I am joined by boxer Kira Carter. She will make her professional debut in 2021.

Today Tom Wellings is on the podcast. Tom is a childhood friend that has recently struggled with mental health issues, specifically anxiety and depression. We talk about his time during his struggles in this episode. I want to thank Tom for his bravery in coming on and having a discussion like this, and i look forward to another one, where we can have a further in depth discussion.

Today, I am joined by artist and photographer @supersaiyanmagicalgirl - Tanya.We discuss her approach to photography, Tristar as a whole, some of the struggles she has faced and her interpretation of struggle. The future of the human race and why elders are so important in society. This was a bucket list guest for me, and I really enjoyed the conversation. Please have a listen and support Tanya’s work as much as you can.

Jack, Sean and I breakdown the fights for this upcoming weekend at UFC256. Disclaimer, this was recorded before Robertson vs Lee was taken off the card.

The Irish General Kieran Davern joins us this week, to discuss how he built the room at SBG Tullamore. Why his love of competition is as fierce as it is. Irish mentality; its roots and its effects and how he constantly tries to better himself.

This week George Huggins is on the podcast. We discussed communities within BJJ, the importance of mental health during lockdown, acceptance, the future of office working and accessibility of education.

Jack and I go over the fights just gone this weekend. Sean was off tending to sheep so wasn't able to make it.

Today I am joined by Lewis Gowans. Lewis is an Assistant Food & Beverage Manager for Princess Cruises. In this episode we discussed Ultimate Frisbee as a sport, Scottish kindness, his incredible weight loss journey, Israel Adesanya and MMA, football, and tattoos.

Today I am joined by the one and only Rosi Sexton. Rosi is an Osteopath at Combat Sports Clinic, an elected Green Party councillor, a multi faceted academic, a retired MMA fighter, a black belt in 3 different martial arts disciplines, and alongside all of that, a partner, Mother and a musician. Our conversation centred around Osteopathy, Politics and a delve into some light philosophy. Enjoy!The Combat Sports Clinic website is: https://www.combatsportsclinic.net/

I am joined again by Jack and Sean to break down the fights this weekend on UFC 255. Below are the picks:Figueiredo vs PerezJack: Figueiredo KO R2Sean: Figueiredo KO R2Harry: Figueiredo KO R2Shevchenko vs MaiaJack: Shevchenko TKO R3Sean: Shevchenko TKO R3Harry: Shevchenko TKO R3Shogun vs CraigJack: Shogun UDSean: Shogun UDHarry: DrawChookagian vs CalvilloJack: Calvillo UDSean: Chookagian via UDHarry: Calvillo UDPerry vs MeansJack: Perry KO R1Sean: Perry UDHarry: Perry KO R2Shevchenko vs LipskiJack: Shevchenko via UDSean: Shevchenko via UDHarry: Lipski via UDJouban vs GoodenJack: Jouban UDSean: Jouban UDHarry: Jouban UDDaukaus vs StoltzfusJack: Daukaus UDSean: Daukaus UDHarry: Daukaus UDMoreno vs RoyvalJack: Moreno UDSean: Royval via flying Omoplata R1Harry: Moreno UDBuckley vs WrightJack: Buckley KO R1Sean: Buckley KO R1Harry: Buckley KO R1Cosce vs PalatnikovJack: Cosce KO R1Sean: Cosce KO R1Harry: Cosce KO R1Dalby vs RodriguezJack: Rodriguez via UDSean: Rodriguez via UDHarry: Rodriguez via Sub

In this episode I am joined by T45 owner and founder Ciaran Brohan. We discuss Ciaran's route to owning a gym, how he is attempting to revolutionise coaching with a conceptual process. Polaris Squads, and his thoughts on the IBJJF allowing heel hooks at brown and black belt levels and much much more BJJ.

In this episode I am joined again by Sean Maguiness. We discuss our thoughts on the pending lockdown, how Sean recently saved two sheep delivering them to the Isle of Wight. An argument on Luck, Chance and Probability and finally a discussion on humans descending into AI and VR based organisms.

Today I am joined by Academic Associate, Dan Dimmock. Dan is working toward his PhD in Immunology as part of that he has taken a keen interest in the COVID-19 pandemic, and goes into great detail about the virus, the effects and what the world is doing to better understand and combat the virus. A big thank you to Dan for his time. Dan's blog: https://immunopolitics.wordpress.com

Today, Sean and I break down the UFC 254 card just gone. Speaking at length about Khabib, his career, his legacy in the sport, and where we stand in ranking Khabib in the GOAT and P4P rankings.