Jake Shields: podcast appearances and interviews

Jake Shields, born January 9, 1979, is an American who has pursued careers as a mixed martial artist, political activist, and podcaster. As a martial artist, he held multiple championships including the Rumble on the Rock Welterweight title, the Elite XC Welterweight title, the Shooto Welterweight title, and the Strikeforce Middleweight title. He maintained a 15-fight winning streak for six years, a record that extended into his time competing in the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC). His fighting style has been described as American Jiu-Jitsu. After retiring from combat sports, Shields shifted his focus to online activism and commentary, hosting the Fight Back podcast. His social media presence has garnered widespread condemnation for promoting views characterized by civil rights organizations as white nationalist, antisemitic, anti-LGBTQ, and Holocaust denial rhetoric.