From the dojo to the Octagon—this is Budocast. In this episode, we explore the powerful emotional journey of Joshua Van, who rose from Houston street fights to become the second-youngest champion in UFC history, mending a relationship with his late father along the way. We also discuss his hard-fought battle to finally represent Myanmar on the world stage.Next, we dive into the "stupid" stunt that has Karate Combat president Asim Zaidi fuming. Find out why veteran WingedC was fired on the spot after crashing the pit during a live fight and the legal risks that almost cost the promotion its license.Also in this episode:
UFC 328 Preview: Expert picks and deep analysis for the massive middleweight title clash between Khamzat Chimaev and Sean Strickland.
UFC at the White House: The details behind the $1.5 million "Partner Investment" tickets for UFC Freedom 250 and the latest on Conor McGregor’s anticipated summer comeback.
Martial Arts Cinema: South Korean superstar Lee Byung-hun returns to the genre in the gritty, realistic Joseon-era flick, Nambeol.
Impact Beyond the Cage: How martial arts training is becoming a vital therapy tool for patients battling Parkinson’s disease.
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