Uploaded August 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Get to know rising MMA and judo standout Henry Parsadanian as he sits down for a candid conversation about his career, mindset, and culture. In this episode, we cover Henry’s journey, influences, and approach that set him apart in Southern California’s fighting scene.
On this episode, you'll discover:
- Balancing high-level judo competition with an emerging MMA career
- Why grappling is at the heart of fight dominance and how judo shapes his skillset
- The importance of Armenian culture, family support, and loyalty in his fighting journey
- Honest talk about goals, fighting Armenians, and building a competitive resume at flyweight
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Get to know rising MMA and judo standout Henry Parsadanian as he sits down for a candid conversation about his career, mindset, and culture. In this episode, we cover Henry’s journey, influences, and approach that set him apart in Southern California’s fighting scene.
On this episode, you'll discover:
- Balancing high-level judo competition with an emerging MMA career
- Why grappling is at the heart of fight dominance and how judo shapes his skillset
- The importance of Armenian culture, family support, and loyalty in his fighting journey
- Honest talk about goals, fighting Armenians, and building a competitive resume at flyweight
-----
WE'VE GOT NEW MERCH:
Head on over to rafesparza.com/merch
You can purchase our BRAND NEW Grappling Hour HOODIES and T-SHIRTS.
----
We're on PATREON now!
Head over to patreon.com/grapplinghour to become an EARLY ACCESS or PREMIUM Grappling Hour member.
With early access, you'll see our interviews 30 days before everyone else and as a premium member, you'll get exclusive content (extra episodes, bonus episodes, technique breakdowns) that aren't available anywhere else.
----
👾 - JOIN THE GRAPPLING HOUR DISCORD: discord.gg/hsePzUxZrA
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#HenryParsadanian #RegimeFightLeague #jiujitsu #grappling #grapplinghour #mma
YOU CAN LISTEN TO OUR SHOW AT:
🍏 - APPLE PODCASTS - podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grappling-hour/id1437702200
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YOU CAN LISTEN TO MY OTHER SHOW – VERBAL TAP AT:
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