Backbreakers and Bites
Episode Five – Mauricio Gomez
In this episode:
Mauricio Gomez is currently 5-0 as a professional MMA fighter. As a pro he has competed in several promotions such as World Class Fight League, Jorge Masvidal’s iKon Fighting Championships and most recently, Cage Fury Fighting Championships. In addition, Mauricio has competed and found great success in many submission grappling tournaments. He has competed in the IBJJF, Fight 2 Win, Subersiv, JitzKing, and Combat Jiu-Jitsu.
Mauricio chose Ishilima to serve as the backdrop for this episode of the podcast. Ishilima is a modern Nikkei Japanese Peruvian Fusion cuisine catering company. Today we’ll be eating Ishigotto – a roll inspired by Wendell and Cynthia’s son, guava rolls, and shrimp tempura rolls. Washing it down will be Yuzu Chicha Morada, a drink made from purple corn with Ishilima’s own added twist.
Topics in this episode of the podcast include Mauricio’s roots, his experiences under different grappling rulesets, the transition to MMA from BJJ, and his influences from Anime.
Listen Watch
Buggy Choke Slam
Episode Extras:
Watch Mauricio’s initial reaction to the food and watch Ricky attempt to defend a Peruvian Necktie.
First Bite Peruvian Necktie