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Combat Sports Breakdown: Master Phil in Your Corner EP154
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- Master Phil in Your Corner
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- May 21, 2026
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- 3625
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Combat Sports Breakdown: Master Phil in Your Corner EP154 This was episode 154 of "Master Phil in Your Corner" where Phil discussed the evolution of combat arts with Joe Rubino and Rick Delagatta. The conversation focused on how wrestling has become the most popular combat sport, surpassing both boxing and MMA in terms of fan engagement and growth. Phil, Joe, and Rick discussed the reasons behind wrestling's rise, including increased television coverage, the popularity of female wrestling, the growth of the RAF (Real American Wrestling) organization, and the development of wrestling clubs and programs at various levels. They compared wrestling techniques between folk style and freestyle, with Rick explaining how international wrestlers face an advantage by not having to learn two different styles like American wrestlers do. Phil and Joe had an informal conversation about Phil's recent activities, including coaching at a wrestling event where he saw Frankie Edgar and met Jordan Burrows, who runs a wrestling academy called All I See Is Gold that has joined Winning Mindset. Phil mentioned that Jordan Burroughs was impressed with Winning Mindset's program. Master Phil and Joe discussed the differences between Ronda Rousey and Gina Carano's backgrounds in combat sports, highlighting Rousey's extensive judo training since childhood versus Carano's entry into kickboxing for weight loss before transitioning to MMA. Phil explained that Rousey had a significant advantage due to her continuous training over 17 years compared to Carano's limited recent experience. Enrico shared his extensive wrestling background, including his time as a three-time All-American at the University of Kentucky and his achievements as a U.S. national team member. He discussed his coaching car…