Chapter
The Spectacle and Complexity of Boxing
34:14 - 41:05 (06:50)
The speaker discusses the evolution of boxing from an unregulated and illegal sport to a multi-billion dollar industry, with particular credit to the Fatigued brothers for creating a spectacle out of such a technical sport.
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The UFC went from an unregulated, partially illegal sport to a $4.2 billion brand thanks to the development of new styles and the work of modern day geniuses in sport, such as Dana White and the Petito brothers.
34:14 - 37:43 (03:28)
Summary
The UFC went from an unregulated, partially illegal sport to a $4.2 billion brand thanks to the development of new styles and the work of modern day geniuses in sport, such as Dana White and the Petito brothers.
ChapterThe Spectacle and Complexity of Boxing
Episode#296 - Kalle Sauerland - The Life Of A Global Boxing Promoter
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker finds boxing fascinating because it's a spectacle of man-on-man sport that is both technical and impossible to follow for many.
37:43 - 39:33 (01:50)
Summary
The speaker finds boxing fascinating because it's a spectacle of man-on-man sport that is both technical and impossible to follow for many. It's about the best versus the best, and the speaker admits they don't know much about UFC.
ChapterThe Spectacle and Complexity of Boxing
Episode#296 - Kalle Sauerland - The Life Of A Global Boxing Promoter
PodcastModern Wisdom
The speaker discusses his experiences working with Russian fighters and Eastern Bloc fighters, and reveals that he has never been formally taught wrestling holds or techniques.
39:33 - 41:05 (01:32)
Summary
The speaker discusses his experiences working with Russian fighters and Eastern Bloc fighters, and reveals that he has never been formally taught wrestling holds or techniques. He also mentions spending time in a sauna, watching chess matches.