Enson and James are back, this time joined by MMA legend Denis Kang. In this episode, Enson and Denis share their favourite Pride FC stories, discussing the differences between fanbases in Korea and Japan, and what it was like fighting in these legendary promotions. Denis opens up about his transition to Pride, his match against Akiyama, and the challenges of the Pride Welterweight Tournament. They also dive into behind-the-scenes insights, including experiences with Pride management, payment structures, and the rumored Ultimate Fighter appearance. Beyond Pride, they reflect on bare-knuckle fighting, the evolution of MMA, and how social media could have changed their careers. **Get a signed copy of Enson’s second book The Undying Spirit** http://www.destinyforever.com/ **The Undying Spirit is also available on Amazon** US - https://a.co/d/dTuySUW Japan - https://amzn.asia/d/fGzHNCK UK - https://amzn.asia/d/fGzHNCK **New stock available for YAMATODAMASHII Fight Gear** https://yamatodamashiifightgear.com/ **Support the Enson Inoue Foundation** http://www.ensoninouefoundation.org/ **The Tamashii Collection Available Now** https://www.ctrlindustries.com/ **YAMATODAMASHII PODCAST is now available as an Audio Podcast** https://open.spotify.com/show/0i1f7IN0oVNnGxvogMlYD2?si=7578b2f29a43460a https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/yamatodamashii-podcast/id1659221500 **Check out the latest PUREBRED goods** http://www.pbg.jp/ **Grab a Sera Bag while stock is still available** https://www.seradesu.com/ **Enson’s Japanese YouTube Channel** https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC6Slbc0vGqIZTGVoeQ2op9A **Enson’s first book is also available on Amazon** US - https://amzn.to/3zVX1xP Japan - https://amzn.to/3xbMblP UK - https://amzn.to/3iiv39Q **Intro/Outro Songs by KAN aka GAMI** https://open.spotify.com/track/5f6W67uc1Fx0QLP0VPehI8?si=3f8d581144d44288 **Get a custom-made bracelet from Enson and Sarah** http://www.destinyforever.com/ **SCRAMBLE X SUSUMU NAGAO LEGENDS SERIES T-SHIRT** https://scramblestuff.com/ **Feedspot link to Hawaii Top Sports Podcasts** https://podcasts.feedspot.com/hawaii_sports_podcasts/?feedid=5725566 Follow Enson @ https://twitter.com/ensoninoue https://www.instagram.com/ensoninoue https://www.cameo.com/enson Follow James @ https://twitter.com/Ozeki_Jim https://www.instagram.com/jamesmain08/ Timestamps 00:00 - Intro 01:32 - Last time Denis & Enson saw each other 02:30 - Denis showing support for Enson 05:15 - What brought Denis to Pride 06:19 - Difference in fanbase 07:30 - Enson's trips to Korea 09:30 - Difference in fighting in Korea to Japan 12:26 - Denis getting noticed in Korea 13:50 - Fighting Akiyama 15:37 - Pride Welterweight tournament 17:13 - Thoughts on tournament format 21:57 - Thoughts on BareKnuckle 24:10 - Thoughts on current MMA landscape 29:22 - Lumax Cup 32:05 - Ganryujima 34:04 - Experience with Pride management 39:10 - K1 payments 40:42 - Ultimate fighter rumor 43:25 - Dealing with loss in Pride tournament 46:24 - Transition to coaching 50:15 - Injuries 51:50 - Mindset of fighting changed? 54:54 - Differences for fighters today 57:02 - What rules would you bring back 58:53 - Denis favourite fights 01:00:30 - Having Social media back in the day