AFK w/ Max Holloway | UFC Champ on His Hardest Battles, Gaming Adventures & Jiu-Jitsu Secrets

UFC fighter Max Holloway joins for an in-depth discussion on balancing life, fighting, and gaming. Max shares his thoughts on martial arts, advocating for Jiu-Jitsu as a top choice for self-defense. The conversation is filled with amusing anecdotes, from disastrous fishing trips to illegal fireworks in Hawaii. Max delves into his rigorous training routines, weight-cutting, and maintaining family life. He offers tactical advice for fighting a professional boxer and recounts his toughest UFC fight against Anji Philly. The discussion also highlights Max's gaming habits, including his favorite games like Apex Legends and GoldenEye 007, and how gaming influences his fighting style. Max shares travel tips and his experiences as a 'travel princess,' as well as his post-fight guilty pleasure—cinnamon rolls. The episode wraps up with Max's admiration for the host, his love for anime, and tips for an upcoming trip to Hawaii, showcasing a shared passion for competitive gaming.

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AFK w/ Ninja is hosted by professional streamer and gamer Tyler "Ninja" Blevins. Join Ninja twice a week as he dives into the internet and the ever changing realms of music, sports, comedy, gaming, and entertainment to uncover the latest projects and excitement brewing within these industries.

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Produced by SALT

Executive Producer: Nick Panama

Creative Producer: Cameron Tagge

Associate Producer: Andre Rojas

Sound Design & Edit: Aaron Kennedy