#169 – Ryan Hall: Solving Martial Arts from First Principles

from Lex Fridman Podcast

by Lex Fridman

Published: Sat Mar 20 2021

Show Notes

Ryan Hall is a martial artist, BJJ black belt, and MMA fighter undefeated in the UFC. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:
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OUTLINE:
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()– Introduction
()– First principles approach to martial arts
()– Illusion of choice
()– Game theory
()– First fight
()– Defense
()– Waiting for a fight
()– Free will
()– Freedom and compassion
()– Social media
()– Leadership
()– How to get good at jiu jitsu
()– Learning how to learn
()– Questioning the foundations of jiu jitsu
()– Humans cannot fully comprehend reality
()– Artificial intelligence
()– Deadlines
()– Tie choke
()– Hardship
()– Love