The Disturbing Mindset Of Cory Sandhagen

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  • čas přidán 7. 05. 2024
  • Cory Sandhagen is one of those fighters who's mentality has been discussed by the most hardcore of fans. This video will attempt to unravel the relevence of Ancient warefare in the modern day octagon.
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    00:00 - Intro
    01:13 - War Never Changes
    03:43 - The Octagon becomes a warzone
    06:43 - On Intimidation and Psychological Warfare
    10:43 - On Becoming A Warrior
    16:39 - On Losing and Defeat
    20:09 - On Fear and Doubt
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  • @MixedMartialAcademic
    @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +101

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    • @michaelclover6705
      @michaelclover6705 Před rokem +4

      This is much more than an MMA channel. This is art. Fucking beautiful.

    • @tugboat9009
      @tugboat9009 Před rokem +1

      Hey what is the classical piano song that starts around 4:40?

    • @Samual_33
      @Samual_33 Před rokem

      Great channel 👏

    • @MastemaJack
      @MastemaJack Před rokem

      Dude no. You got the art of war wrong. The art of war is winning without fighting. You never read the book if you think it's just victory. The art of war talks of capturing armys whole. It's better not destroy a country.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem +2

      ​@@MastemaJack It is certainly his main point, but it isn't what the whole book is about, for sure. Thats why whole chapters of it are literally about warfare.

  • @meatmanmagoo
    @meatmanmagoo Před 2 lety +2049

    I absolutely love Sandhagen win or lose, that quote "Aljo had to retreat, TJ's Village is still on fire and now I am one of the guys who can take the land" is underrated.

    • @psnthe-1-u-hated551
      @psnthe-1-u-hated551 Před rokem +120

      "Aljo had to retreat" meaning Aljo took the easy way out with the Knee and holding up the division. "TJ's Village is still on fire" meaning Cory's "Attack" on TJ still has lingering damage. And for the last part I think it's the most straight forward meaning he's the only warrior who is worthy of the battle still standing. I could have completely butchered it but that's what I take from it

    • @meatmanmagoo
      @meatmanmagoo Před rokem +55

      @@shonthebonbon lmao you can't take the quote at face value, he even started the sentence "if we are talking ancient war"
      Its not a quote you aren't meant to think literally, like Aljo didn't run away from the event and TJ's house obviously wasn't on fire, its like taking phrase "by the skin of my teeth" and saying "I don't have skin on my teeth, cringe" lol

    • @janibekfuturetop5p4p6
      @janibekfuturetop5p4p6 Před rokem +38

      @@shonthebonbon L life+L wife+L opinion+ratioed+extra L

    • @osmiumunknown2769
      @osmiumunknown2769 Před rokem +23

      @@shonthebonbon how do you think the phrase skin of my teeth was created? And here’s and important question do you watch ufc? Cuz basically every fighter has their own warrior philosophy you just don’t understand what it takes too be able too stand in a cage and try too strip someone to their conciseness.

    • @janibekfuturetop5p4p6
      @janibekfuturetop5p4p6 Před rokem +4

      @@shonthebonbon L reply+L name+ don't care didn't ask

  • @ModernBuilds
    @ModernBuilds Před rokem +196

    Huge fan of Sandhagen, excited to see his opportunity to rematch Aljo and Yan

    • @KM-iv9xy
      @KM-iv9xy Před rokem +2

      Looks like he's leapfrogged over Yan now that he dominated Chito. He's right back to knocking on the door of a title shot

    • @Eyeofthetiger69
      @Eyeofthetiger69 Před 11 měsíci

      He's gonna lose again. Those two are just levels above him.

    • @prollychiefin6470
      @prollychiefin6470 Před 11 měsíci

      @@Eyeofthetiger69Yan is not levels above him lmao.

    • @jessed1586
      @jessed1586 Před 7 měsíci

      Wonder what the books were he wouldn’t mention

  • @TheEpicHitmarker
    @TheEpicHitmarker Před rokem +297

    Cory is a straight up killer. You can feel a different kind of energy when he walks into the octagon. Super underrated fighter and I can’t wait to see him finally hold that belt.

    • @zengerz
      @zengerz Před rokem +1

      a killer I put on the ground needing only 1 hand... right.....
      u weaklings watching other weaklings shows why the world is so unmanly nowadays

    • @CNYKnifeNut
      @CNYKnifeNut Před rokem +13

      @@zengerz
      If you weren't most likely serious, you'd have one of the better troll accounts on YT. That's par for the course at this point, though.
      The extinction of self awareness has ruined the art of trolling.

    • @zengerz
      @zengerz Před rokem

      @@CNYKnifeNut
      Well he would not be the first one who s punches I laugh at right in front of them 😉
      We are talking about a tiny man in a week man weightclass wtf man, what is your own relative standard if you think such a guy is tough, I call that dlbeing delusional or being a weak blooded degenerated 😉

    • @benpietrzykowski9216
      @benpietrzykowski9216 Před rokem

      @@zengerz Corey could make you his bitch

    • @zengerz
      @zengerz Před rokem

      @@benpietrzykowski9216
      I will only use 1 hand while laughing at home. Go bring me some big heavy weight kind of guys u weak fk

  • @CubensisEnjoyer
    @CubensisEnjoyer Před 2 lety +791

    I love hearing about fighters who read ancient texts about war. It would be crazy to think that all we can learn about combat is stuff from the modern day, where much less of it takes place. Those ancient texts contain lifetimes of wisdom that one person could fight their whole life and still not know.

    • @jodawgsup
      @jodawgsup Před 2 lety

      you're cringe

    • @Cheesusrice69222
      @Cheesusrice69222 Před 2 lety +14

      MMA is a sport. It's not combat like get disemboweled cmon

    • @wildernessrick9278
      @wildernessrick9278 Před 2 lety +68

      @@Cheesusrice69222 If you think the only thing to learn from ancient warriors, and warrior cultures is on the topic(s) of "combat, like getting disemboweled", then I hope you can one day see the value that stories and texts such as those can bring to one's life. 🤙🏻

    • @jodawgsup
      @jodawgsup Před 2 lety +9

      @@wildernessrick9278 What you are saying makes no sense. Here, it specifically relates to MMA, and if you think the Art of War is applicable in there, you are brainless. What is applicable, is the training and skills they acquire over them, and the specific muscle memory that goes with it.
      You're the type to say the Prince by Machiavelli is a good book without ever having read it.

    • @wildernessrick9278
      @wildernessrick9278 Před 2 lety +15

      @@jodawgsup lmao. Whatever, dude.
      Tell me what I think more often, please. It's hard thinking for myself. 🤣
      That's like saying there is no value in listening to someone like Jocko Willink and his military veteran guests, because, well, all they do is tell war stories and talk about military training, but I'm not out there in actual combat, so it's irrelevant to me. 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️
      Different striokes, man. You do whatever resonates with you. ✌🏻

  • @Ry-bo9hi
    @Ry-bo9hi Před 2 lety +391

    Damn, this channel keeps popping out bangers, wish there was more content bridging the world of philosophy, psychology, and combat sports

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +24

      Me too, I'm glad Im here doing it but wish there was more of us so that all these fighters can get the justice they deserve!

    • @PozzaPizz
      @PozzaPizz Před rokem +5

      @@MixedMartialAcademic i just wish it were easier to find channels like yours, napoleon Blownapart, etc. My recommended is flooded with shit but sometimes, out pops a gold nuggy

    • @hoondaily270
      @hoondaily270 Před rokem +1

      Like if Jim can’t swim done a similar brake down, no disrespectful OP your content is fire.

  • @bertmclin
    @bertmclin Před 2 lety +195

    Probably the best thing I’ve watched in a long time. Really inspiring.
    Humongous fan of Corey and for sure a future champ. 🏆

  • @lilboydafriend
    @lilboydafriend Před rokem +68

    My best friend died yesterday. I've never seen your videos but this was recommended to me. I needed it. Thank you. This video has helped me in ways words could never express. Especially the first few minutes and the last few minutes.

  • @wlly881
    @wlly881 Před 2 lety +56

    The quotes in this video alone are eye opening and motivating. You never disappoint man

  • @oleschmeed3916
    @oleschmeed3916 Před 10 měsíci +19

    Loved this, although Cory has recently said he has abandoned this mindset. Saying he was trying to be someone he's not, and we've seen the best Cory Sandhagan as of late. The 50-45 of Chito really shows that, almost everyone (even Cory fans) were worried for him in that fight. The fact that it was split, because of some beef the judge who scored it for chito had with Cory, is despicable. If that isn't proof of bias in judging, idk what is.

  • @MixedMartialAcademic
    @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +109

    Forgot to do Credits for this video - I Literally had one job.... This video WOULD NOT be possible if it wasn't for my beautiful and amazing Channel members. You guys are the best: Your Daddy, Socially A Square, Sarah Lannigan, Mitchell Bailey, and finally Malone. Thank you again my friends! Also a big shout out to the script editor and a man I am taking under my wing - Brendan Barry, he helped forge a direction for this video that wouldn't be possible otherwise. A legend. If you are intrested in becoming a member why not Join the channel and gain access to a load of perks!

    • @liamsanchezgoestovegas
      @liamsanchezgoestovegas Před 2 lety +2

      This is choice MMA content, y’all. In a sea of wannabe intellectual MMA analysis that shows up in my feed, this video stands out as legitimately cerebral in it’s approach. I don’t know you. I have no reason to brown nose. I’m just giving credit where it’s due. Fuckin’ well done 👍🏼. I’m on the bandwagon. (Subscribed)

    • @Jeezus_Ninja
      @Jeezus_Ninja Před 2 lety +1

      Well worded and executed to perfection. Thank you for this!

    • @keesevernaar811
      @keesevernaar811 Před rokem

      psychology of a modern warrior.... you mean the inner workings of a pathetic psychopath what a sad representation of humanity this one is!

    • @angefrancois5121
      @angefrancois5121 Před rokem

      Hello,
      thanks for the vid - will subscribe in order to see your work.
      Can you tell me the reference for the "litany against the fear" clip on the end?
      Have a good day

    • @stanlee2200
      @stanlee2200 Před rokem

      Blah blah blah..bunch of useless words

  • @YoelProductions
    @YoelProductions Před 2 lety +115

    Always excited to see these video essays/breakdown documentaries. You can see the quality, time and research put into each video. Great job my friend! Can’t wait to see Sandman make another run for the title. Sandman won in my opinion. I felt he did enough to beat Dillashaw.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +6

      Thank you so mich my friend! I really enjoyed making this one, i also cant wait to see him back!

    • @jezebulls
      @jezebulls Před 2 lety +2

      Yes even though Sandhagen has suffered a streak of two losses, his stock has only risen. There’s no doubt he belongs to be in there with the elite members of his division.

    • @spooner000
      @spooner000 Před 2 lety +1

      Right such a unique spin on mma I love it, share to ur friends that like mma

    • @omarclarke55
      @omarclarke55 Před rokem

      @@MixedMartialAcademic Hey I know you are busy but can you please tell me the name of the instrumental at 4:13

    • @zengerz
      @zengerz Před rokem

      hahahahahahaha what u nooooobs!!! I train 2 weeks and I destroy all those weaklings. tj dillashaw looks so small and weak too; nothing to watch seriusly/ Its like watching babies.
      real man never watcjh these kids play.....

  • @elr1cbros
    @elr1cbros Před rokem +45

    Wow, this is a really well made video. A display of who cory is as a martial artist, through a thoughtful video-essay. There's a lot to learn here, ideals to adopt, resources to delve into (ie those books). Keep it up!

  • @mitchellbailey6078
    @mitchellbailey6078 Před 2 lety +31

    Great video as always, so many great takeaways from this 10/10!

  • @nonyabiz2777
    @nonyabiz2777 Před rokem +16

    War is delightful for those who have no experience of it. Warriors live with the killing of others and losing friends. Nice work. Nothing stirs the senses that the smell, sound and taste of battle while in the middle of it your alive. Your ability to tell a story is definitely a gift.

  • @Tobbst3r
    @Tobbst3r Před rokem +15

    Watching this and looking back it makes sense about Corey. I was sitting in the stands back in 2018 at UFC Lincoln watching this guy get out of the nastiest armbar I’d ever seen and come out victorious. You knew he was going to be one of the superstars of the future by his energy in the arena. Top notch quality.

  • @koroshiya_1
    @koroshiya_1 Před 2 lety +9

    My guy! Thanks for another epic video essay; the writing and editing are excellent as always :)

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +2

      Glad you enjoyed! Really enjoyed doing Cory such an intresting guys. I hope you enjoy the fights tonight!

  • @Sixsoul
    @Sixsoul Před 2 lety +11

    Dude your channel is absolutely incredible. The way you highlight each fighter and their mindset you chose is damn near unmatched in the youtube game. You're gonna blow up in no time. Thanks for another great video on another great fighter

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      Thank you my friend for the kind words! I'm glad you enjoyed this one! Hopefully we will keep growing!

  • @franlovelsimic8421
    @franlovelsimic8421 Před 2 lety +96

    Dude, you were already great but you keep improving, superb coverage on my favorite fighter. Maybe it's my bias because I am a pale, tall and slim guy but the way he moves, sets traps and strikes is gorgeous and I am sure he hasn't reached his peak yet. He'll be back and remind the division why they should fear the Sandman.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +3

      I fall into the same catagory of human being and he represents us well 😂 he is a greag guy, and he is even better for the sport!

    • @Lohanujuan
      @Lohanujuan Před rokem

      The guy really is slick. Lead jab with a wheel kick behind it? Who does that?

  • @therealwaltewhite
    @therealwaltewhite Před 2 lety +1

    This is honestly one of the most underrated channels great job keep it up !

  • @TheEliteTyno
    @TheEliteTyno Před rokem +24

    You should do a breakdown on Khabib or some of the other Russian/Dagestan fighters. I think it would be interesting getting to breakdown how foreign countries still hold the heritages and traditions of war especially those who have been at war for centuries up until even now.

    • @TheeUnknown420
      @TheeUnknown420 Před rokem +1

      That's a good one

    • @hoondaily270
      @hoondaily270 Před rokem

      I got you
      Khabib- militant Sunni Muslim
      Read about them you may have heard of a similar group of them in Afghanistan doing some fighting. They have been fighting since 6ce when the Sunni stayed with the traditional views and the Shia started following Muhammad’s family lineage.

  • @Mikeyc2k6
    @Mikeyc2k6 Před rokem +16

    One of my favourite fighters in the UFC. I get pure, murderous, Condit-esque vibes from him. Proper warrior

  • @Graylegs
    @Graylegs Před rokem +7

    Damn dude! Inspirational and educational. It gives a very different perspective on these fighters. Thanks for your hard work!

  • @Illsight
    @Illsight Před rokem +1

    Some of the best content ive ever watched on youtube hands down. Beautifully spoken, bravo.

  • @gairo4883
    @gairo4883 Před 2 lety +5

    This video made me emotional and I am not even a fighter. Great work brother.

  • @joshche3218
    @joshche3218 Před 2 lety +23

    Love your videos man. Can you do a video on Charles Olivera and how he learned to never give up?

    • @RibsBjj
      @RibsBjj Před 2 lety

      That would be a good video

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +13

      You know i would love to he was actually the top of my list on videos i want to make. Man its so hard i wish i could split myself in two sometimes 😂

    • @jezebulls
      @jezebulls Před 2 lety

      Yea I can’t wait for a Charlie Olives tribute. Imo, he has the most impressive resume in the LW division.

    • @joshche3218
      @joshche3218 Před 2 lety

      @@MixedMartialAcademic No worries man! Your videos are amazing. Take the time to keep making them the way they are!

    • @1974Imperium
      @1974Imperium Před rokem

      Except when he gave up to Max Holloway. Or he gave up to Paul Felders savage ground and pound. Wait till Islam gets ahold of him.

  • @broskysplays1933
    @broskysplays1933 Před 2 lety +4

    Extremely professional montage. You deserve more views, just keep grinding we'll get there!

  • @alexiswashington4081
    @alexiswashington4081 Před rokem

    subbed man I like your approach to these documentaries and the voice matches this style perfectly

  • @jezebulls
    @jezebulls Před 2 lety +46

    Man I love content like this. Such a great tribute to Sandhagen. Nothing funny about this, but Brendan Schaub constantly agreeing to everything he knows nothing about.

  • @opaquetundra5835
    @opaquetundra5835 Před 2 lety +8

    It bothers me so much that TJ got the decision against Cory. To this day, even rewatching the fight, im sure Cory won that 3-2.

    • @isitoveryet9525
      @isitoveryet9525 Před měsícem

      @ArranMcEvoyplenty of people have called it a robbery in this comment section alone lol

  • @Wake_Up13
    @Wake_Up13 Před 2 lety +1

    Fantastic video! Your MMA docs are the best keep up the great work!

  • @mellowbeto6821
    @mellowbeto6821 Před 2 lety

    Ur fighter docs are fire asf very in depth and entertaining keep up the good work

  • @airincooks
    @airincooks Před rokem +15

    Big props to you for putting together such a great video, the details were very impressive and definitely shows how loss is not a burden in life but a chance to learn something new.

  • @damiansanchez6011
    @damiansanchez6011 Před 2 lety +38

    That video was an emotional fkn rollercoaster , props dude. Saw your iceberg video and how u got into ufc not that long ago but man I dont even have to say much if your a hardcore this is excellent content my man. Very inspiring as well…

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks so much Damian, Corys story is so cool can't wait to see him back! I am actually working on the Updated Iceberg video, it was going crazy in views then got age rerstricted, so redoing it... looking like its going to b well over an hour this time around!

    • @damiansanchez6011
      @damiansanchez6011 Před rokem

      @@MixedMartialAcademic u may not hear this often sir but ur videos keep me sane.

  • @Thawolf878
    @Thawolf878 Před rokem

    These are so good man, keep it up with more vids

  • @lukasl.7522
    @lukasl.7522 Před 2 lety +2

    Incredible content as always!
    Thank u for your amazing videos!

  • @Sparkball
    @Sparkball Před rokem +5

    I’ve always though that you learn different things from winning and losing in life and it’s never about the result, it’s about how you decide to react to the result, you can’t control the result that already happened you can control your reaction and the way in which you will assess it in order to learn from it. It’s not about the event it’s about your decisions

  • @anti2944
    @anti2944 Před rokem +21

    I guess you could say I had the same experience, when I was younger I always being bullied by people but I never liked the thought of beating up another parents child. One day I was playing at a playground with my grandpa and a group of kids way older than me started messing with me, then it turned into a full beat down, they had me on the floor stomping, punching, kicking my head and body all over, I cried begging them to stop, they didn’t care, finally my grandpa came to get them away from me after my twin noticed I was getting beat up badly, one of the kids snuck behind my grandpa, I told him to watch out but it was too late, he took his hat and hit him twice on the top of his head giving him two very big lumps, I didn’t expect them to hit an elderly man but they did and I’m over here bleeding scared for his and my life but thankfully that’s the only time they hit him, (my twin had ran away when they tried to go after him and they couldn’t catch him) since he couldn’t do nothing so I took his phone and called the police, they all ran away but ever since that happened its like something in me awakened, I started fighting back but not just to win, I basically had that “I’m gonna kill him mindset” because every time I fight I just get flashbacks and I just go into kill mode.

    • @filz964
      @filz964 Před rokem +3

      Thats why you always have to think more about your safety than your opponents well being. I also had issues in life where I just simply refused to turn the switch on from docile and caring even for my opponent to absulte carnage where I wouldnt even think of stopping.

    • @lemonhead1442
      @lemonhead1442 Před rokem

      You’re one of those guys “I black out when I fight” 🤡 💩

    • @THEPINAPPLEABLE
      @THEPINAPPLEABLE Před rokem

      Well that just sounds like ptsd. Wayy far from the point of the video lol

  • @kenm3435
    @kenm3435 Před 2 lety +1

    Your videos are genuinely something special man. You are going to make it

  • @SRRJR007
    @SRRJR007 Před 2 lety +1

    Been waiting for a drop brotha ! The ufc origin part 1 was dope! Hope all is well💙👏

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks my friend, I hope your training is going well! I got part 2 in the works as we speak probably another month on that one, got a really exciting announcement for that as well! Take it easy man!

  • @evanmildrum897
    @evanmildrum897 Před rokem +9

    I listened to an audio book of the art of war over and over again while working a retail job. From start to finish over and over and over. I’ve tried to internalize it as much as possible and my outlook on life is completely different. Without directly deciding, I have become a stoic and my life is turning around. I have a much better job that has placed a much greater level of responsibility on me, my martial arts training and progress has re ignited to a level never before, and I no longer revel in fear an anxiety. For most of my life I have been plagued by crippling depression and anxiety but now o feel I have control of my own mind. Now all of these things is not from reading the art of war and I don’t want to preach the great power of some book, but instead the power of one’s mind and the affect it can have on one’s entire life

    • @oddadder5530
      @oddadder5530 Před rokem +1

      You inspired me to read this book maybe me as a 5'2" 236 pounds guy can finally change to a better man

    • @KarmaKazi666
      @KarmaKazi666 Před rokem +1

      @@oddadder5530 I know you can

  • @Curbsidehustle87
    @Curbsidehustle87 Před rokem +8

    I love Coreys mindset fight style and how he looks like a sweet young man but he’s really a monster I love to watch his old fights with that sewing machine jab on u just on u non stop it beautiful

  • @eddiemoore6962
    @eddiemoore6962 Před rokem +1

    Always bringing us the best MMA content! Love your videos and your take on fighters!

  • @3kdelta
    @3kdelta Před rokem

    Phenomenal work love your videos
    big props from a fellow UK MMA fan

  • @Mr.PotatoAWESOMEFitnessTips

    DUDE,
    You're incredible, keep this grind going, I'm speechless, your content is UNCANNY

  • @purpleye2608
    @purpleye2608 Před rokem +3

    Thanks to the YT algorithm for recommending this incredible video. Keep up the amazing work. Got yourself a new subscriber!

  • @ladscrimpton8590
    @ladscrimpton8590 Před 2 lety +1

    You're channel is amazing, bro. Easily one of my favorites. Keep up the good work! Your channel is gonna grow, I can already feel it. Very, very high quality content.

  • @kawaranai9743
    @kawaranai9743 Před 8 měsíci +1

    This guy has some of the best put-together documentaries on MMA

  • @derbistheeternal2947
    @derbistheeternal2947 Před 2 lety +9

    Gotta love the Sandman. I haven’t watched the video yet but I remember Sandhagen said in an interview that he has a psychology degree and I really like the way he describes a fighter’s mindset.

  • @icyBulls
    @icyBulls Před 2 lety +4

    That thumbnail is insane 💯💯💯

  • @thelifeofCP
    @thelifeofCP Před rokem

    beautiful video man keep up the amazing work

  • @brentheymans1362
    @brentheymans1362 Před rokem +2

    I've watched this a few times while working out and I'm watching it again post Chito fight and it's truly amazing to see how his new mentally has made him so much more effective.
    Truly inspiring.

  • @Elhesh
    @Elhesh Před rokem +17

    The interesting thing on this video was that Conor had brilliant psychological warfare at the start of his career.
    But terrible since he was humbled several times. I suspect because he didn’t believe it himself, and you could see it. Feel it.
    But with Cory, he has gone the other way. He believes in his mindset and it’s immediately noticeable.

    • @Gixsir
      @Gixsir Před rokem

      He’s trying to recreate what happened because it’s not who he is. Conner wants to be chael or Ali with the trash talk but it just became cringy and hard to listen too

    • @jaimeparra8865
      @jaimeparra8865 Před rokem

      Humbled several times? He was robbed against Dillashaw lol he looked like he got hit by a truck. He lost to Aljo and Yan and that's it. He was only 27 when he got that first lost to Aljo. He's entering his prime and honestly those loses are important.

    • @isitoveryet9525
      @isitoveryet9525 Před měsícem

      @@jaimeparra8865he said Connor was humbled several times….not Cory.

  • @americanborn8287
    @americanborn8287 Před 2 lety +51

    How can you lose a fight with no damage but your opponent has a huge cut and a destroyed knee because of a submission. Cory won that fight.

    • @Its_Instinct
      @Its_Instinct Před 2 lety +11

      yeah i have know idea judges are blind, Tj land 2 takedowns on 19 attempts. ill have to watch the fight again but Tj had like 8 mins of control time but how are you gonna have nearly 2 rounds of control time and still get out struck. judges put too much into takedowns.

    • @jacobross735
      @jacobross735 Před rokem +3

      Cause tj is more marketable and Cory is not as well known to casuals

    • @bigdojima8434
      @bigdojima8434 Před 6 měsíci +2

      When I heard how many yelling fans tj had during that fight, I knew we were about to see a robbery. I feel like judged shouldn't be hearing corners , fans or commentators because it seems to have an undesired effect on their perspective

  • @thestonedgeologist3
    @thestonedgeologist3 Před 2 lety

    love this long form type of video man! keep it up

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      Thanks! Will do! hope you are well mate!

    • @thestonedgeologist3
      @thestonedgeologist3 Před rokem

      @@MixedMartialAcademic thank you man! actually just graduated from college, so over the moon at the moment!!

  • @syedrahman374
    @syedrahman374 Před rokem +1

    Beautifully made and high quality. You have such a way with words my friend. Love this!

  • @patthecat1800
    @patthecat1800 Před 2 lety +10

    MM Academic and Mixed Molly Whoopery are the two best in the game by far when it comes to MMA character studies. A much needed niche to balance out the "Just bleed" fans and the strong opinioned but ignorant casual types.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +4

      We like to keep an open mind around here and im glad to you are apart of thos community! Thanks so much for the kind words!

    • @ygtghj8312
      @ygtghj8312 Před 2 lety

      Molly whoopery is super cringe

    • @connorbullock1669
      @connorbullock1669 Před 2 lety +4

      Patrick Gaiva videos bring me to tears. Check out his most recent Charles Oliver’s doc

    • @timkenda8203
      @timkenda8203 Před rokem

      Patrick Gavia and Napoleon Blownapart are great too

  • @ethanbruss8685
    @ethanbruss8685 Před 2 lety +3

    I have a new favorite Academic video. Thank you so much for blessing your viewers with such good content. Cory is a warrior through and through no doubt about it. Thank you, Academic

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      Whats up Ethan! Hope you are well. Cory is such a beast, it was great to have the oppertunity to write about him/

  • @thisthat5874
    @thisthat5874 Před rokem +2

    Chito & Sandhagen is going to be bananas - this is a title fight in my eyes, both of these dudes are ruthless assassin killers

  • @musashi2544
    @musashi2544 Před 2 lety

    Amazing content 💪🏽

  • @tel5891
    @tel5891 Před rokem +1

    How have I missed this channel for so long, holy shit dude, great job

  • @jonvia
    @jonvia Před rokem +6

    Cory is a cage fighter. He needs a crazy man's mindset or he'll lose every time he goes into the octagon. In this era of MMA, everyone has to talk a little shit and sound a bit looney thanks to Conor McNuggets. It's how they sell their fights.

    • @toomeyeh1
      @toomeyeh1 Před rokem

      I don't think its that crazy of a mindset. Just hidden in the facade of modern physical security

    • @lemonhead1442
      @lemonhead1442 Před rokem

      @@toomeyeh1 wtf does that mean

    • @toomeyeh1
      @toomeyeh1 Před rokem +1

      @Lemon Head
      it means that there is an false, outward appearance of safety in today's society. But it is just that, a facade. "Civilized" westerners would go back to rap*ng and pillaging within a week of collapse. Most people would be on the receiving end of this violence and suffering. Many of these same people that would be nothing more than victims if it were to happen tomorrow, will never address the elephant in the room because they are comfortable and *temporarily* removed from the suffering. Social media only compounds this head in the sand approach to the worlds very dark and very real problems. All that to say, not everyone thinks this way, and not everyone should. Ignorance is bliss until you're being beaten to death in the street in front of your family.

  • @jonathanzuniga3681
    @jonathanzuniga3681 Před rokem

    Chilling. Great work on this one.

  • @fakking_franz
    @fakking_franz Před rokem

    epic video, great job man

  • @AntonioMartinez-nt2tg
    @AntonioMartinez-nt2tg Před 2 lety +5

    These videos are amazing I can’t explain it but the quality is amazing and it digs deep into the fighters Glad I’m going to be able to see this channel explode keep up the great work

  • @philcliffe6909
    @philcliffe6909 Před rokem +3

    War is not... 'Art'.

  • @meandab
    @meandab Před rokem +2

    Really well done doc, man. Thanks for making this!

  • @thomashanham723
    @thomashanham723 Před rokem

    Can't believe I just came across this channel. Love it! Keep up the good work

  • @isaacgarcia698
    @isaacgarcia698 Před 2 lety +3

    Ever since I’ve heard him speak on jre I knew that dude was just different from the others not physically but mentally

  • @MrFredstt
    @MrFredstt Před 2 lety +15

    I think so many young people and kids that have dreams of being an MMA fighter or boxer don't realize the kind of mindset they have to have and how strong mentally they need to be.

    • @mdusanduled4549
      @mdusanduled4549 Před rokem +9

      You can develop mental strength as you age

    • @MrFredstt
      @MrFredstt Před rokem

      @DVelasquez That's good. Sadly I grew up being sent to a gym that was basically just daycare. We didn't learn much of anything

  • @nemanjadjuranovic4017
    @nemanjadjuranovic4017 Před 2 lety

    Great vid.
    It deserves more views for sure🙌

  • @soyboy5684
    @soyboy5684 Před 2 lety +1

    you make the highest quality of content in the whole youtube mma sphere always hyped when these drop

  • @santosetchart4580
    @santosetchart4580 Před 2 lety +14

    I cannot put into words how grateful I am for ur videos, keep it up 💪🏻👏🏻

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      Hey thanks so much my man i appreciate that! Take it easy maye and i hope you are well

  • @abyss5883
    @abyss5883 Před rokem +6

    Cory deserves to be in the HOF some day. He may never win a belt but he carries himself like a champ and never complains

  • @Dezmon2jz
    @Dezmon2jz Před rokem

    Beautiful video bro

  • @imlerith1800
    @imlerith1800 Před rokem

    Love the Fallout reference in the beginning! Your videos are on a DIFFERENT LEVEL!

  • @nexminute9880
    @nexminute9880 Před 2 lety +3

    wow, this was not just a great insight to Sandhagen, but also some strong Mental Health tips, and help or guidance, (which ever you prefer to use) for even just daily battles that WE ALL have in our lives, not just inside the octagon… thanks 😊 I really appreciated this Upload.

  • @andreimuresian7146
    @andreimuresian7146 Před rokem +4

    Unfortunately for him, he's not intimidating at all

    • @DangerousLiving1914
      @DangerousLiving1914 Před měsícem

      Nothing is intimidating from afar, even death - when last did you contemplate it?

  • @damiensalas143
    @damiensalas143 Před rokem

    You deserve way more subscribers these videos are so well done so beautiful and eye opening

  • @mmageek4567
    @mmageek4567 Před rokem +1

    Such an amazingly well put together video

  • @asAbsolute
    @asAbsolute Před 2 lety +4

    He's not that special.
    People overthink this sport as some quasi-war simulator. It's not. It's a sport of who's the better hand to hand fighter within the rules of MMA.

    • @asAbsolute
      @asAbsolute Před 2 lety +4

      This pseudo-philosophical video is goofy. You take this too seriously. Cmon now.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +2

      you thought that this might not be for you then? and that it might mean something to someone else? no only you matter.

    • @asAbsolute
      @asAbsolute Před 2 lety +3

      @@MixedMartialAcademic I'm just leaving a comment since the comments are open. I'm a huge fan of MMA and have a great interest in History and ancient warfare. I just think you're making a mountain out of a molehole here. Take it or leave it. Good day.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +1

      @@asAbsolute I took it and replied to it mate, - as the comments are as you say, open. Take it or leave it. Good day.

  • @azazel5993
    @azazel5993 Před rokem

    Damn...that last minute made me tear up. Great video

  • @moredown1303
    @moredown1303 Před rokem

    was not expecting such a good video! wow! great job man

  • @capitanesejapitalism1679

    subbed. great work.

  • @sebastiendecarvalho4445

    Amazing vidéo tx brother

  • @codyhillson1612
    @codyhillson1612 Před rokem +1

    Aaaaah I love stumbling along brilliant content. Thank you guys for putting so much work into such great videos for us to enjoy 🤘

  • @Chiefffff
    @Chiefffff Před 10 měsíci

    You make the best mma content right now dude fr

  • @MatterSpatter
    @MatterSpatter Před 2 lety

    Your take on things is so original and refreshing, thank you for your videos man they keep getting better

  • @warrenbailey5469
    @warrenbailey5469 Před rokem

    Amazing work. you have a new fan. Keep it up and you'll be big in no time my man

  • @RibsBjj
    @RibsBjj Před 2 lety +1

    You deserve more subscribers, people need to see what you do. This is art.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +2

      Thank you so much mate i appreciate that!

    • @RibsBjj
      @RibsBjj Před 2 lety +1

      @@MixedMartialAcademic For real, I'm on a place in my life that things are heading to complacement and I need to constantly remind myself to get out of this path and work harder. I've read those books yrs ago, but they didnt clicked to me like after watching this.
      People say art make you feel something and your work did. That's dope.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety +2

      When I was doing my Jiri video, each time I re-read the book of five rings I understood it in a different way. Life has a weird way in teaching us lessons not when we look for them, but when we need them! Keep the grind up my friend!

    • @RibsBjj
      @RibsBjj Před 2 lety +1

      @@MixedMartialAcademic Life is weird indeed. You too, keep grinding and keep the good work. God bless you!

  • @dometelevision
    @dometelevision Před rokem

    Great video. Very well edited and tasteful

  • @WalterEKurtz-kp2jf
    @WalterEKurtz-kp2jf Před rokem

    This is incredibly well made.
    Well done.

  • @Jacqwar
    @Jacqwar Před rokem

    wow, such a beautifully orchestrated video 👏🏽
    Just subscribed to your channel ! Great Work !!

  • @jostamp1479
    @jostamp1479 Před 20 dny

    Thankyou especially for the last Mantra on Facing Fear

  • @MrJazzychords
    @MrJazzychords Před 6 měsíci

    amazing docs you make dude

  • @intraterrestrial5035
    @intraterrestrial5035 Před rokem

    1000th comment, great video! The quotes at the end... 😉

  • @pedroaravena8238
    @pedroaravena8238 Před rokem

    The classical music in the background makes it 100% better. Great job!

  • @KennyRooks
    @KennyRooks Před rokem +1

    Great channel dude and awesome highlight and one of the best fighters in that division. These kinds of concentrated documentaries to me are necessary to help pull people into the sport and understand the mindset of what a Warrior is.

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před rokem

      I just want to show how important these fighters are! I appreciate your kind words!

  • @harnithragnar3148
    @harnithragnar3148 Před 2 lety +1

    My favorite mma content creator, couldnt wait for a new vid

    • @MixedMartialAcademic
      @MixedMartialAcademic  Před 2 lety

      Thanks so much mate, i hope you enjoyed the video! I alwags appreciate your support my friend!

  • @lyleseptember144
    @lyleseptember144 Před 2 lety

    Keep up the quality content I know your channel gonna blow up soon 🔥💯