Daniel Straus & Joe Schilling

Date: 2018-06-12 | Duration: 1h 48m

Episode Overview

Daniel Straus and Joe Schilling join the JRE MMA Show to share candid stories from their fighting careers, focusing heavily on overcoming injuries and the mental challenges of combat sports. Straus opens up about a severe spinal injury that nearly paralyzed him, describing the intense physical and emotional battle to regain mobility and return to training. He reflects on the importance of neck strength from his wrestling background, which helped mitigate the damage, and discusses the ongoing process of recovery, including sparring cautiously and managing pain with CBD products. The conversation also dives into the culture of fighting while under the influence, with both guests recounting experiences of competing high and how it affects performance and mindset. They touch on the evolving landscape of MMA and kickboxing, including the role of competition, the influence of betting in Thailand’s Muay Thai scene, and the respect fighters hold for each other despite the brutal nature of the sport. Throughout, Straus and Schilling emphasize the adrenaline rush and personal drive that fuel their careers, offering insights into the sacrifices and resilience required to stay in the fight.

About Daniel Straus

Daniel Straus is a former Bellator Featherweight Champion renowned for his tenacity and skill inside the cage. With a career marked by notable victories and a relentless fighting spirit, Straus has solidified his reputation as one of the top competitors in mixed martial arts, boasting a professional record that showcases his resilience and dedication to the sport. Known for his ability to overcome adversity, including a remarkable comeback from injuries, he has inspired fans and fellow fighters alike. In his appearance on the Joe Rogan Experience, Straus shares insights from his journey in MMA, providing a captivating glimpse into the mind of a champion.

About Joe Schilling

Joe Schilling is a renowned American Muay Thai kickboxer known for his fierce competitiveness in the super middleweight and light heavyweight divisions. With a career marked by numerous accolades, including multiple championship titles, Joe has made a significant impact on the combat sports scene, notably with his appearances in prestigious promotions like Glory. He gained widespread recognition not only for his striking prowess but also for his engaging personality, making him a captivating figure in the fight community. Scheduled to compete at Glory 19 on February 6th, Schilling continues to push the boundaries of his sport, inspiring fans and aspiring fighters alike with his dedication and passion for martial arts.

Key Moments

– Mixed Martial Arts
– Kickboxing
– Spinal Cord Injury
– Rehabilitation
– Pain Management
– Wrestling
– Cannabis Use in Sports
– Adrenaline Addiction
– Fight Strategy
– Sports Medicine
– Athlete Nutrition
– Fight Promotions
– Training Techniques
– Fight Psychology
– Combat Sports History
– Steroid Use
– Fight Recovery
– Fight Commentary
– Fight Injuries
– Athlete Endurance
0:00:22 – Joe Schilling discusses sciatic hip pain
0:01:59 – Daniel Straus explains spinal cord pressure injury
0:04:07 – Waking up paralyzed after accident
0:05:38 – Daniel Straus talks about wrestling background
0:07:12 – Timeline of walking again post-injury
0:08:35 – Sparring despite injury risks
0:11:36 – Spinal stenosis from wrestling discussed
0:15:47 – Importance of competition in fighting
0:17:00 – Story of fighters slapping and smoking joint
0:19:05 – Fighting while high and its effects
0:23:45 – Managing cannabis dosage for training
0:25:50 – Use of medicated patches and salves
0:31:01 – Discussion on steroid use in MMA
0:33:38 – Adrenaline junkie personality traits
0:39:31 – Training with Vinny Shorman
0:42:20 – Recovery progress: sparring and hitting pads
0:45:32 – CBD use for swelling and recovery
0:51:55 – Ultra-endurance running feats discussed
0:54:40 – Desire to compete in long tournaments
1:00:20 – Kickboxing rules and gambling influence
1:06:36 – Elite striking levels in MMA
1:08:30 – Best wrestlers trained with
1:12:02 – Shift from not being a trash talker
1:17:46 – Analysis of CM Punk's fighting ability
1:21:27 – Training progress of a new fighter
1:25:15 – Commentary work and retirement plans
1:28:05 – Financial aspects of fight career
1:30:27 – Stories about famous fighters and fights
1:34:04 – Heel hook techniques in grappling
1:36:27 – Impact of combat sports on youth
1:37:35 – Smoking habits and health considerations
1:39:51 – Misconceptions about cannabis in sports
1:40:25 – Locker room stories from Glory fights
1:42:37 – Suspensions and legal issues in fighting
1:43:55 – Closing remarks and gratitude

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 Here we go in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1. Starting point is 00:00:22 Joe's in here complaining about a sciatic pain in his hip and still outkicked me. Starting point is 00:00:43 Bring this sucker up here. Starting point is 00:01:01 Yeah, I was on a bike. Starting point is 00:01:33 The car is gone. Starting point is 00:01:59 And half of my, on the left side of my spinal cord, it was pressure so bad that it, like, shut down my whole nervous system, like, all my body. Starting point is 00:02:33 This was December 17th. Starting point is 00:03:02 So I wasn't trying to have that. We looked Starting point is 00:03:20 Miami. Great crew. Starting point is 00:03:48 You know, I had problems with my sensitivities. Starting point is 00:04:07 When I woke up. Just um when i woke up boom yeah so back to the story when i woke up when i woke up so i woke up and uh you know i had my helmet on but i couldn't move my legs um my passenger had Starting point is 00:04:39 You're not supposed to touch anybody. Starting point is 00:05:06 So you're thinking you're paralyzed. Starting point is 00:05:18 And I've seen the doctors. Starting point is 00:05:38 I grew up wrestling. Starting point is 00:05:53 I don't want to do the surgery right now. Starting point is 00:06:04 You know what I mean? Starting point is 00:06:17 It's just insane. Starting point is 00:06:50 they had me strengthen my neck with Starting point is 00:07:12 six months out now six months out when did you start walking again it took me uh like even now Starting point is 00:07:40 You know, that is the most, for me, was the scariest part Starting point is 00:07:54 All the swellings went down. Starting point is 00:08:35 crazy that you're sparring yeah i do a lot of things i shouldn't do now you're sparring with Starting point is 00:09:00 Everyone's had a lot of respect. Starting point is 00:09:14 So when you're hitting the bag or hitting pads, Starting point is 00:09:34 It's not like I can't wrestle. Starting point is ...

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