Episode 45 titled "How Do You Become a UFC Fighter?", features Ultimate Fighting Championship contender, Angela 'Overkill' Hill, as she shares her journey to becoming one of the best female strawweight fighters in UFC history.

Episode Summary:

This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Angela "Overkill" Hill. Angela is a former Invicta FC Champion and Muay Thai Champion, known for her striking abilities, ranking among the top in significant strikes landed per minute in the UFC. With multiple "Fight of the Night" honors, she's become one of the most exciting fighters in the promotion.

Listen as Angela shares her journey in MMA, including her rise to becoming a top contender in the strawweight division.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:26 - Introducing Angela "Overkill" Hill
• 01:35 - Becoming a Fighter
• 08:08 - Passion for Fighting
• 13:12 - Path to Being a Professional
• 19:55 - Fighting Camp
• 25:12 - Evolution of Technique
• 27:52 - Always Fighting the Best
• 31:11 - Emotions
• 35:30 - Overcoming Injuries
• 41:08 - Misconceptions
• 43:23 - Advice for Aspiring Fighters
• 47:59 - Learning More
• 49:06 - Conclusion

Resources:

• UFC Fighting Profile
• 2Straws Podcast
• Angela's The Joe Rogan Experience Episode
• Angela's Instagram

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music here

Episode 44 titled "What’s Life Like As A Competitive Eater?", has 15th Ranked Major League Eating competitor George Chiger, explain how he navigates the world of competitive eating.

Episode Summary:

This episode of The Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with George Chiger, also known as "The Smorgasbord." From devouring hot dogs at the Nathan's Famous Fourth of July International Hot Dog Eating Contest to setting a record by consuming two 8-ounce cans of Easy Cheese American Spray Cheese in just 59 seconds, there's a reason he's ranked 15th in the world by Major League Eating.

Listen as George shares his fascinating journey as a competitive eater.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:28 - Introducing George Chiger
• 01:40 - Becoming a Competitive Eater
• 08:23 - Eating Strategies
• 12:37 - Preparing for an Event
• 18:44 - The Eating Circuit
• 26:37 - Eating Disciplines
• 29:00 - Amounts of Food
• 34:22 - Talking to Doctors
• 37:24 - Weight Loss Journey
• 44:38 - Advice for Aspiring Eaters
• 48:20 - Learning More
• 49:29 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠⁠Major League Eating Profile
• MLE Rankings ⁠
• George's Facebook
• George's Instagram

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠⁠here⁠⁠.

Episode 43 titled "How Are People Exonerated?" features Exoneree Marvin Cotton Jr. sharing his story of being wrongfully imprisoned for 19 years, 7 months, and 12 days for a crime he did not commit.

Episode Summary:

This episode of the Simple Questions Podcast features a discussion with Marvin Cotton Jr. Marvin's story provides a powerful look into how someone can be wrongfully convicted, the steps involved in the exoneration process, and the challenges of regaining freedom after nearly two decades of wrongful imprisonment.

Listen as Marvin shares the emotional and practical struggles of being wrongfully convicted and reintegrating into society.

In this episode we discuss:

• 00:27 - Introducing Marvin Cotton Jr.
• 01:25 - The Crime & Wrongful Conviction
• 11:31 - The Feeling
• 14:51 - Prison Interactions
• 26:37 - Exoneration Process
• 37:38 - Reintegration
• 51:53 - Negative Stigma
• 58:14 - Guidance for the Average Person
• 1:01:17 - Learning More
• 1:03:16 - Conclusion

Resources:

• ⁠Better, Not Broken Book
• Organization of Exonerees
• Fox 2 Detroit
• Conviction Integrity Unit
• National Registry of Exonerations

This episode includes the track 'RSPN' by Blank & Kytt. The song is used under the Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Unported License. You can find more of Blank & Kytt's music ⁠here⁠.