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EPISODE · Oct 27, 2025 · 1H 51M

Michael "Venom" Page on Karate, His Career, and Islam - Fight Back Ep. 118

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Michael "Venom" Page stopped by the Vegas podcast studio to discuss Karate's resurgence in MMA, the brotherhood inside of a gym, the importance of the jab, training and coaching experiences, fighter pay, his conversion to Islam, and much more. Help support our free speech podcast!PayPal: [email protected]: $fightbackpodBuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jakeshieldsajjCrypto:BTC: bc1qes4jehng0qta0um5sr0kk39mvpyysr6udmqp8mETH: 0xeADBD1A10361aDE0aEB85105694BB05fAFB03919SOL: Ejn43wE2sdL4NuTszkztunSG3Cp6GfDgJU7dAxTcUWE7USDT: TSqRK3bvvrg9Z69vzn2E9v7j9H99MSMKcPWe’re proud to announce our new publishing sponsor Antelope Hill Publishing! You can buy a controversial book, and support the podcast at the same time, by going to http://antelopehillpublishing.com/ and using code FIGHTBACKPurchase the shirts Jake wears on the show at http://fightbackpodcast.com/ and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10http://merakimedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK.00:00 Introduction00:21 Unique Fighting Style and Techniques01:17 Karate's Resurgence in MMA02:12 Challenges and Adaptations in Fighting03:36 Training and Sparring Insights06:45 Brotherhood and Gym Culture09:31 Community and Charity Work27:42 The Importance of the Jab28:10 Reading Opponents and Timing29:09 Fighting Strategies and Techniques31:38 Training and Competing Experiences37:31 Coaching and Passing Down Knowledge45:12 Respect and Martial Arts Culture47:33 Gym Environment and Training Partners56:28 Respect and Rivalries58:07 The Fight That Should Have Been in the UK58:42 Tournament Tactics and Strategies59:31 The Power of a Punch01:00:38 Career Reflections and Missed Opportunities01:05:09 Judging and Commentary Bias01:09:37 Weight Classes and Championship Rules01:17:53 Fighter Pay and Contract Issues01:20:37 The Rise of UK MMA01:23:42 Global Competition in Martial Arts01:24:32 Rising Stars and Future Champions01:27:31 Personal Journey to Islam01:29:45 Political and Social Commentary01:31:17 Reflections on Media and Propaganda01:33:13 The Need for Political Change01:43:47 COVID-19 and Health Concerns01:48:45 Future Projects and Wrap UpBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.

Michael "Venom" Page stopped by the Vegas podcast studio to discuss Karate's resurgence in MMA, the brotherhood inside of a gym, the importance of the jab, training and coaching experiences, fighter pay, his conversion to Islam, and much more. Help support our free speech podcast!PayPal: [email protected]: $fightbackpodBuyMeACoffee: https://buymeacoffee.com/jakeshieldsajjCrypto:BTC: bc1qes4jehng0qta0um5sr0kk39mvpyysr6udmqp8mETH: 0xeADBD1A10361aDE0aEB85105694BB05fAFB03919SOL: Ejn43wE2sdL4NuTszkztunSG3Cp6GfDgJU7dAxTcUWE7USDT: TSqRK3bvvrg9Z69vzn2E9v7j9H99MSMKcPWe’re proud to announce our new publishing sponsor Antelope Hill Publishing! You can buy a controversial book, and support the podcast at the same time, by going to http://antelopehillpublishing.com/ and using code FIGHTBACKPurchase the shirts Jake wears on the show at http://fightbackpodcast.com/ and save 10% by using promo code PODCAST10http://merakimedicinal.com/fightback is the best source for methylene blue, and purchases help us fund our free speech platform. Save 15% with our link, or use code FIGHTBACK.00:00 Introduction00:21 Unique Fighting Style and Techniques01:17 Karate's Resurgence in MMA02:12 Challenges and Adaptations in Fighting03:36 Training and Sparring Insights06:45 Brotherhood and Gym Culture09:31 Community and Charity Work27:42 The Importance of the Jab28:10 Reading Opponents and Timing29:09 Fighting Strategies and Techniques31:38 Training and Competing Experiences37:31 Coaching and Passing Down Knowledge45:12 Respect and Martial Arts Culture47:33 Gym Environment and Training Partners56:28 Respect and Rivalries58:07 The Fight That Should Have Been in the UK58:42 Tournament Tactics and Strategies59:31 The Power of a Punch01:00:38 Career Reflections and Missed Opportunities01:05:09 Judging and Commentary Bias01:09:37 Weight Classes and Championship Rules01:17:53 Fighter Pay and Contract Issues01:20:37 The Rise of UK MMA01:23:42 Global Competition in Martial Arts01:24:32 Rising Stars and Future Champions01:27:31 Personal Journey to Islam01:29:45 Political and Social Commentary01:31:17 Reflections on Media and Propaganda01:33:13 The Need for Political Change01:43:47 COVID-19 and Health Concerns01:48:45 Future Projects and Wrap UpBecome a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/fight-back-with-jake-shields--6780121/support.

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