Harrison Rogers sits down with Mark Kerr, a former collegiate wrestler and professional mixed martial artist. Known as one of the most impressive heavyweights in the history of MMA, Mark shares his compelling story and sheds light on his documentary, "The Smashing Machine: The Life and Times of Extreme Fighter Mark Kerr"
The two speak on the world of addiction, a significant part of Mark's personal journey. As they explore this topic, they also touch upon the evolution of Mixed Martial Arts. Mark's unique perspective as a pioneer in the sport allows him to recount his experiences competing in different promotions as the rules changed and the sport continued to progress. Viewers can gain further insight into these experiences by watching Mark Kerr's documentary.
They also address the issue of drug addiction in society and how it has worsened over time. Mark and Harrison examine the impact of these changes and the challenges they present.
Additionally, the interview explores the UFL (United Fight League) and its significance in the MMA industry. While numerous promotions have attempted to rival the UFC, they have all fallen short. Mark Kerr shares his perspective on what sets the UFL apart and why he believes in its potential. His intrigue and support for the UFL make for an intriguing discussion.
To stay updated on the latest developments with the UFL and learn more about this exciting promotion, be sure to follow The HJR Experiment on all platforms.
Mark Kerr …. One of mmas good guys 👍🙏💯 Hope your doing well champ
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The legend 👏
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He needs to be in the UFC hall of fame. Straight up legend. Those headbutts were brutal.
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Mark kerr legendary smashes of face
The Smashing Machine had a HUGE impact on me(and probably A LOT of other guys here) as an young MMA fan, incredible when I think about it. Time goes by so fast. I‘m so thankful for this gem.
Mark looks healthier and happier than the last interview I saw him in about 10 years ago. Looks like he's lost a few LBs. Such an straight forward gentleman and pioneer of the sport, as well as of addiction awareness. As an Ohio native and dabbler of sports , I know how big wrestling is here and what beasts guys like Kerr and Coleman are. Smashing Machine is so well done. Is the rock still going to do it? Heard about it a few years ago but seems like nothing happened , maybe due to covid? The Rock is genuinely a nice yet intense guy , like Mark, so I think he'd play him well. What id like to know is How are they going to find a specimen to play Igor ( certainly not someone who skips leg day, lol).
So glad Mark survived his darkest time to help so many others deal with our own darkness. God bless you! Awesome. The best in humanity.
What a beast when fighting, and a class act in person Very rare
Very awesome human.
I have watched the Smashing Machine at least 30 times ...it really pulls you in and routing for Kerr
It's a great documentary. Been a while since I have seen it. I think it's time I watch it again. I'm also interested in the smashing machine film, but it likely won't be out for a while.
I was still going to school, when I discovered that Vale Tudo existed, late 90s. It was illegal back then, so I had to visit a guy at his place to get the VHS video tape!! Lucky enough I purchased the debut of Mark Kerr! Ever since, I have been an avid admirer of Kerr!!! Love the guy. Thank you so much for bringing this awesome person to your podcast❤ I have seen the Smashing Machine so many times, I literally know all lines by heart. It has really made a huge impact on how I view life. Mark talks about his shoulder in the podcast, if you remember, he had this problem documented in Smashing Machine, for which he visited his doctor and of course didn't have time to treat it so he was instead receiving initially Voltaren pills, causing stomach ache, and then injections.
Dang! Your smashing machine knowledge is 🏆
And now Dwayne the rock Johnson is going to act a movie of Mr. Kerr. That is so cool!.
Mark is the legend 💯
Excellent interview. I watched The Smashing Machine dozens of times on VHS back when it came out, and this provided much desired insight.
Man is great to see Mark Kerr, that man is a legend and pioneer did it all in the MMA from Wrestling, Vale Tudo, UFC, Pride FC and grappler in Abu Dabi and in all World Champion! Great to see him healthy and good and still look good and sharp! I hope they make that movie and cannot wait for it and would love to see more of him. These legends need to put in the spotlights if they want ofcourse and ppl should know how they build this sport what it is today and paved the ways!!!
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Legend in the sport
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Ive seen him fight in person. It was something else.
Mark THE SPECIMEN Kerr ❤️
Legend only Legend
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MMA does its legends such a disservice, the sport is so young, our legends are younger than Joe Rogan That whole era of 90s/00s MMA are such a wild ride to go through and we have so many great documentaries from the time
Damn such a great interview!!! This has to get more viewers!!
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Lucky and blessed he is still alive...i been sober for 5 yearz...he was abd is very brave...so glad it was released
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Awesome. Thanks.
News came out today that The Smashing Machine biopic begins filming in May.
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We had a dr. training with us for a few years. Every couple weeks he'd bust the syringes out and start draining ears.
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Great to see him doing well in life. Last i heard before this he was selling used cars and didnt look healthy
The Smashing machine WVC 1997 BRAZIL O kerr destruiu!
And the sports analogies fuck this where Mike gets them 😂😂😂😂😂😂
Deuteronomy 32:31 “For their rock is not as our Rock, even our enemies themselves being judges.” King James Version (KJV)
John 3:3 “Jesus answered and said unto him, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born again, he cannot see the kingdom of God.” King James Version (KJV)
Amen
@@bryanfrombuffalo7685 God bless.
the problems that mark kerr has had and you know what im talking about. should have no bearing on people that take there medicine the right way and suffer with chronic pain. kerr is just bitter because he cant get his medicine anymore.