DMITRIY SHAKHNEVICH is a NYC lawyer. "I always loved the fights. Unfortunately for me, in middle school, I realized that I wasn’t winning any of the fights I was involved in. So I avoided them and made the smart decision of going to law school, and doing my fighting in the courtroom. So that’s what I do now. Nonetheless, my interest in combat sports persisted. Now, I sit down with some of the most compelling figures in combat sports and the law, to hear their stories and opinions on some of ...
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DMITRIY SHAKHNEVICH Podcasts
This debut episode of our special new segment hosted by The Fight Lawyer and MMA legend Cung Le features a discussion about UFC 229 and its aftermath, unions in MMA and the Ali Act, drug testing and due process as it relates to athletic commission punishments and the return of Jon Jones at the end of the year.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features boxing promoter Artie Pelullo, as he discusses his background, the great fighters he’s promoted, such as Larry Holmes, Ricky Hatton and Ruslan Provodnikov, drug testing in boxing, faulty judging and the future of the sport.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Tim Sylvia, as we revisit our discussions with Tim about his departure from the UFC, experience with Affliction MMA, and fights with Fedor Emelianenko and boxing legend Ray Mercer.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPECIALS features a segment from our special unaired interview with MMA referee and instructor Mario Yamasaki, as Mario discusses the criticism he’s encountered in his work and the functionality of the athletic commissions governing MMA.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former UFC Heavyweight Champion Tim Sylvia, as he discusses his athletic background, fighting career, UFC title run and departure from the company, fights with Andrei Arlovski, Randy Couture and Fedor Emelianenko and the MMA landscape today.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Frank Shamrock, as we revisit our discussions with Frank about his final UFC fight with Tito Ortiz, departure from the UFC and the events that followed thereafter, and current relationship with the UFC and Dana White.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This debut episode of FLP SPECIALS features a segment from our special unaired interview with former WBO Light Welterweight Champion DeMarcus Corley, as DeMarcus discusses competing against, and the mystique surrounding, boxing legend Floyd Mayweather.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kathy Duva, as we revisit our discussions with Kathy about the globalization of boxing, future of the sport and the biggest fights ever put on by Main Events Boxing, including Tyson-Lewis, Gatti-Ward and Leonard-Hearns.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Greg Kading, as we revisit our discussions with Greg about his investigation into the Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls murders, his investigatory process and the conflicts that led to the murders.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former LAPD detective and author of Murder Rap Greg Kading, as he discusses his investigations into the murders of Tupac Shakur and Biggie Smalls, his book Murder Rap, and the television series, starring Josh Duhamel, that followed.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with J. Tony Serra, as we revisit our discussions with Tony about his reasons for representing the anti-establishment and opposition, his own time in prison and thoughts on materialism in society.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features legendary radical criminal defense attorney J. Tony Serra, as he discusses his unconventional approach to the practice of law and justice system, most notable cases, strategies in the courtroom and contributions to his profession.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with F. Lee Bailey, as we revisit our discussions with Lee about the case of Dr. Sam Sheppard of Ohio, the qualities that make up a skilled trial lawyer and his experiences in trying cases across numerous American jurisdictions.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Mike Jackson, as we revisit our discussions with Mike about his fight with CM Punk, the criticism that followed and the character traits that form a successful mixed martial artist in and out of the cage.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features UFC welterweight Mike Jackson, as he discusses his background in combat sports, thoughts on amateur MMA, regulation of the sport, fight with CM Punk, the criticism that followed and his future in the UFC.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kelly Pavlik, as we revisit our discussions with Kelly about his world title shot against Jermain Taylor, becoming world champion, his path to the title, potential fight with Andre Ward and subsequent retirement.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Jason Parillo, as we revisit our discussions with Jason about his work with Tito Ortiz and the impact Tito has had on the sport, as well as the UFC championship title fight between Michael Bisping and Luke Rockhold.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Bas Rutten, as we revisit our discussions with Bas about his start in MMA, the impact of bullying on his childhood and career development and his introduction to MMA in Japan.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Frank Shamrock, as we revisit our discussions with Frank about whether Bellator and other organizations can compete with the UFC, benefits of amateur MMA, unionizing fighters and the regulation of MMA as a sport.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Art Davie, as we revisit our discussions with Art about the start of the UFC, how he met Rorion Gracie, the hardships encountered in putting the UFC on the map and why he knew it would work.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former UFC Champion and MMA legend, Frank Shamrock, as he discusses his rough upbringing, UFC title run and fight with Tito Ortiz, eventual return to the sport and the “Shamrock Way.”Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features UFC founder and Hall of Famer, Art Davie, as he discusses his relationship with President Donald Trump, the genesis of the UFC, Hall of Fame induction and impact on the company that he created.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Michael Finkel, as we revisit our discussions with Michael about the most difficult moments of writing “True Story,” why he chose Christian Longo as the subject of his book and the pushback he received from the general public.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Jon Fitch, as we revisit our discussions with Jon about the disputes between himself and UFC regarding his name and likeness, and his big fight with BJ Penn in Australia.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Bruce Buffer, as we revisit our discussions with Bruce about the genesis of his signature catchphrase, his announcing style, most memorable shows and the difference between boxing and MMA announcing.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features award-winning journalist and author of “True Story,” Michael Finkel, as he discusses his work with the New York Times, the incredible tale of “True Story,” and the movie that followed, starring Jonah Hill and James Franco.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former UFC title contender and current Bellator Welterweight Jon Fitch, as he discusses his wrestling background, fights with Georges St. Pierre and BJ Penn, surprising UFC departure and current legal efforts against his former employer.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features UFC announcer and the Veteran Voice of the Octagon Bruce Buffer, as he discusses his transition from businessman to announcer, the evolution of the sport and the future of the UFC as it relates to his role and the brand in general.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Joe DeGuardia, as we revisit our discussions with Joe about the parallels between the work of a trial lawyer and boxing promoter, and the importance of recognizing star power in the promotion of fighters.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kelly Pavlik, as we revisit our discussions with Kelly about the health-related risks in boxing, his decision to retire from the sport and his fights with Bernard Hopkins and Sergio Martinez.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Michael Lyubimov, as we revisit our discussions with Michael about what makes Jackson Wink one of the most revered gyms in MMA and the confidentiality associated with running an MMA gym.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Paul Edelstein, as we revisit our discussions with Paul about his representation of Magomed Abdusalamov, the risks of head trauma in boxing and his pursuit of “Mago’s Law.”Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Aleksandra Lopes, as we revisit our discussions with Aleksandra about her venture into law school and the legal profession, while training to become a world champion boxer.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Jason Parillo, as we revisit our discussions with Jason about his start in MMA training and friendship with BJ Penn, and the natural mentality required to be a fighter.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Dan Severn, as we revisit our discussions with Dan about the impact of sports on human/childhood development and the early stages of the UFC, and MMA in general.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with F. Lee Bailey, as we revisit our discussions with Lee about the “Dream Team,” that represented OJ Simpson and the impact that murder trial had on our perception of the American justice system.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Yuri Foreman, as we revisit our discussions with Yuri about his religious commitments and the perceived conflicts between his faith and the violent sport in which he became a world champion.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Kathy Duva, as we revisit our discussions with Kathy about attracting European talent for the American market, the development of Sergey Kovalev and the issues surrounding inadequate judging in boxing.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former WBC, WBO, Ring magazine and lineal Middleweight Champion Kelly Pavlik, as he discusses his title fights with Jermain Taylor, Bernard Hopkins and Sergio Martinez, the boxing landscape today and the drawbacks of celebrity life.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Cung Le, as we revisit our discussions with Cung about the difference between Strikeforce and the UFC, his exit from the UFC and the Ali Act as it could be applied to MMA.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Bas Rutten, as we revisit our discussions with Bas about the advice he would give to up and coming fighters, dominance of the UFC, unions and drug testing.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of FLP SPOTLIGHTS features a segment from our interview with Ken Shamrock, as we revisit our discussions with Ken about his record-breaking numbers across numerous MMA organizations, historic fights and impact on the sport.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former Strikeforce champion and UFC middleweight Cung Le, as he discusses his background and start in combat sports, title fight against Frank Shamrock, UFC career and fights with Wanderlei Silva, Rich Franklin and Michael Bisping.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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FLP Ep. 11 w/ Aleksandra Lopes (Boxing/Law)
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35:01This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features boxing champion and lawyer Aleksandra Lopes, as she discusses the state of female boxing, her parallel commitments to sports and the law, and the biggest female stars in combat sports, including Ronda Rousey, Holly Holm, Claressa Shields and Katie Taylor.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features legendary former trial lawyer and member of OJ Simpson's "Dream Team," F. Lee Bailey, as he discusses his contribution to the law, the cases that comprised his illustrious career, the current state of the legal profession and the Trial of the Century.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features boxing and MMA trainer Jason Parillo, as he discusses his transition from undefeated boxer to trainer, his work with numerous legendary MMA fighters, including BJ Penn, Tito Ortiz, Michael Bisping, Cris Cyborg, Vitor Belfort and Rafael dos Anjos, and the future of the UFC Lightweight Division.Music:…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features Main Events Boxing CEO Kathy Duva, as she discusses changes in the boxing industry over the past several decades, the future of the sport and the promotion of Sergey Kovalev, Evander Holyfield, Leonard-Hearns, Tyson-Lewis and Gatti-Ward.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features former WBA Super Welterweight Champion and rabbinical student Yuri Foreman, as he discusses his journey from Israeli amateur to world champion in the United States and reconciling his religious commitments with the violent nature of boxing.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features MMA legend and UFC Hall of Famer Bas Rutten, as he discusses his childhood experiences with bullying, maturation as a fighter in Japan and work as an actor and MMA commentator.Music: Epic - Bensound.com
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This episode of The Fight Lawyer Podcast features Michael Lyubimov, the general manager of Jackson Wink MMA, one of the premiere training facilities in the world, as he discusses the intricacies of running an MMA gym, the impact of sponsorship restrictions and the ever-evolving pound-for-pound debate in MMA.Music: Epic - Bensound.com…
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