MMA History: ONE Championship's Michael Schiavello On Calling 7,000 Fights, The K-1 Days & Pride FC
We speak with internationally recognizable fight commentator Michael Schiavello known for his role with K-1 Kickboxing, AXS' Television's "The Voice Versus" and now with the world's largest fight organization ONE Championship. He takes through the evolution of the Japanese mixed martial arts scene, and how he landed the role with K-1 at a time when it was the biggest thing on the planet. Michael shares his experiences with some of the greatest living fighters including Ernesto Hoost, Bob Sapp, Ray Sefo, Mark Hunt, Mirko "Cro Cop", and Aung La Nsang. We also explore stories from his new book "Goodnight Irene" including Mike Tyson, the legitimacy of Bloodsport's Frank Dux, organized crime, and the heyday of Pride FC. You can find out more about Michael here, https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Michael_Schiavello ***** Like, subscribe, and support Landry.Audio through these channels: Regular or one-time supporter donations: https://landry-audio.com/support Monthly newsletter: https://landry-audio.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/landry.audio/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LandrydotAudio Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/26566527/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-11LNfYV5qm5IB1hxBlr3w?sub_confirmation=1 Youtube "Landry Bits" with shortened segments: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC8B0z2JUWwYM_qxxGc8tkoQ?sub_confirmation=1 Spotify: