TFS#169 - David Feldman, President Of BKFC, The Fast Growing Combat Sports In The World!

David Feldman is the dynamic founder and CEO of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship (BKFC), leading the revival of bare-knuckle boxing for modern audiences. With a passion for combat sports and a commitment to athlete safety, Feldman has transformed BKFC into a thriving organization. His innovative approach and hands-on involvement have positioned BKFC as a major player in the industry, while his vision continues to shape the future of bare-knuckle fighting. Connect With David Feldman! instagram.com/davidfeldmanbkfc Visit BKFC Website To Learn More! bkfc.com instagram.com/bareknucklefc CHAPTERS: 00:00 - Introduction 01:40 - David Feldman on Planning Events 02:31 - David on Starting BKFC 03:40 - BKFC: From Bootstrap to Attracting Investors and Promotions 06:11 - David Feldman as President of BKFC 08:03 - David on Handling BKFC Events 09:50 - BKFC's Fighters and Compensations 10:57 - David on Finding Fighters to Join BKFC 12:16 - BKFC Fighters on Earning Cuts from Merchandise and Sponsorships 13:07 - BKFC: Having the Most Exciting Fights 14:08 - David on Establishing BKFC Rules 16:30 - Fighters on BKFC: Minimizing Long-Term Damage 18:51 - David on Hosting Global Events 19:52 - David on Why Bare Knuckle Fighting Is Relatable 22:28 - How Do BKFC Fighters Train? 23:04 - David on the Future of Combat Sports 24:47 - David on Expanding BKFC's Audience 25:28 - David on Selecting the Right People for BKFC 28:23 - How Can a Sports Organization Endure? 29:28 - David on Managing BKFC 30:18 - David's "WHY" in Life 31:34 - McGregor's Partnership with BKFC 32:34 - David's Key to Success 33:29 - High-Profile Fighters Reaching out to David 34:03 - David's Interaction with Dana White 35:03 - The Future of Bare Knuckle Fighting Sports 36:58 - BKFC's Growth Trajectory 39:32 - David on Rejecting Cash Grabs and Buyouts 41:04 - How BKFC Ensures Fighter Well-being 43:10 - David's Most Valuable Life Lesson 44:14 - David's Life Discoveries and Goals for the Next 2 Years 45:15 - Connect with David Feldman 45:45 - Outro