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John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence | Lex Fridman Podcast #143
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John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence | Lex Fridman Podcast #143

John Clarke is a BJJ black belt and MMA coach.

Lex FridmanhostJohn Clarkeguest
Dec 6, 20202h 54mWatch on YouTube ↗

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EPISODE INFO

Released
December 6, 2020
Duration
2h 54m
Channel
Lex Fridman Podcast
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EPISODE DESCRIPTION

John Clarke is a BJJ black belt and MMA coach. Please support this podcast by checking out our sponsors:

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  • John Clarke

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EPISODE SUMMARY

In this episode of Lex Fridman Podcast, featuring Lex Fridman and John Clarke, John Clarke: The Art of Fighting and the Pursuit of Excellence | Lex Fridman Podcast #143 explores Fighting, Friendship, and Philosophy: John Clarke on True Excellence Lex Fridman and John Clarke, a BJJ black belt, MMA veteran, coach, and self-described practicing philosopher, explore how fighting, road trips, and relationships reveal character and meaning.

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