In this episode, Brandon & Zach interview Connor Matthews, a former Air Force Special Operations Combat Controller turned UFC fighter. Connor shares his journey from the military to pursuing a career in MMA as well as his experiences mentoring future special operations candidates and offers advice for those interested in pursuing a career in the military.

Connor discusses his journey into the UFC and the training and mental preparation required to compete at that level. In this part of the conversation, Connor Matthews discusses his mentality and inspiration as a fighter, the fighters he looks up to, and the importance of treating fights like any other training session. He also shares his experiences with failure and how he has learned from them. Connor emphasizes the need to constantly challenge oneself and build mental toughness.