Chapter
Defining the Qualities of the Greatest Fighter Ever
3:17:25 - 3:22:39 (05:13)
The qualities that define the greatest fighter ever includes their quality of opposition, level of success, lasting innovation, and courage demonstrated. The Gracie family has had some great fighters, like Hoist, but it's harder to compare fighters from different eras.
Clips
The host talks about the difficulty in comparing athletes across different eras and how their skill sets might transition.
3:17:25 - 3:18:22 (00:56)
Summary
The host talks about the difficulty in comparing athletes across different eras and how their skill sets might transition. It's like a comparison between Spartans and modern-day army guys.
ChapterDefining the Qualities of the Greatest Fighter Ever
Episode#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The discussion revolves around the best fighter in the Gracie family considering their quality of opposition, level of lasting success, level of lasting innovation, and courage they have demonstrated with a special mention of Hoist and Hixon Gracie.
3:18:22 - 3:19:37 (01:15)
Summary
The discussion revolves around the best fighter in the Gracie family considering their quality of opposition, level of lasting success, level of lasting innovation, and courage they have demonstrated with a special mention of Hoist and Hixon Gracie.
ChapterDefining the Qualities of the Greatest Fighter Ever
Episode#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
The length of time as a champion and the number of defenses is highly valued in sports, but moments of brilliance from athletes like Conor McGregor and Lionel Messi cannot be overlooked.
3:19:37 - 3:20:52 (01:14)
Summary
The length of time as a champion and the number of defenses is highly valued in sports, but moments of brilliance from athletes like Conor McGregor and Lionel Messi cannot be overlooked.
ChapterDefining the Qualities of the Greatest Fighter Ever
Episode#125 – Ryan Hall: Martial Arts and the Philosophy of Violence, Power, and Grace
PodcastLex Fridman Podcast
Comparing individual moments is key when defining the greatest fighter ever, similar to how Trent Dilfer can't be compared to Dan Marino as a quarterback.
3:20:52 - 3:22:39 (01:46)
Summary
Comparing individual moments is key when defining the greatest fighter ever, similar to how Trent Dilfer can't be compared to Dan Marino as a quarterback.