Black Belt Lifestyle

Black Belt Lifestyle


Latest Episodes

The Way of the Gracie: Mastery, Mindset & the Modern Bushido | Ep. 4
December 17, 2025

In this special episode, host Dr. Pasquale Montesano sits down once again with MMA legend and UFC pioneer Royce Gracie, the man who reshaped modern combat sports and introduced the world to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu. But this isnt a conversation about fighting, i

The Origins of MMA, the Gracie Challenge, and the Birth of the UFC | Ep. 3
December 03, 2025

In this episode, host Pasquale Montesano, MD sits down with MMA pioneer and UFC Champion Royce Gracie for a deep-dive into the legendary Gracie Challenges and his groundbreaking victory at UFC 1. Royce recounts these moments that changed combat sports for

The History of Royce Gracie | Ep. 2
November 19, 2025

On this episode of Black Belt Lifestyle, host Pasquale Montesano, MD, is joined once again by MMA legend, UFC Champion, Hall of Famer, and close friend Royce Gracie to discuss his own personal history and path to becoming a legendary professional fighter.

Growing Up Gracie | Ep. 1
November 05, 2025

In this episode, host Pasquale Montesano, MD sits down with UFC Champion, Jiu Jitsu legend, and close friend Royce Gracie to discuss his upbringing and life before he was an internationally renowned professional fighter.