Connor "The Controller" Matthews, USAF Combat Controller, MMA Featherweight
June 10, 2022
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Episode 601 · June 10, 2022
Connor "The Controller" Matthews, USAF Combat Controller, MMA Featherweight
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48:54This episodeConnor "The Controller" Matthews, USAF Combat Controller, MMA Featherweight
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<p>On this week’s podcast, Rad interviews Connor "The Controller" Matthews, former Air Force combat controller and current MMA featherweight holding a 5-0 professional record. He shares the high-risk job of combat controllers, including performing HALO and HAHO jumps, and the need to be a strong runner and swimmer to survive this role. </p> <p>Connor talks about the highly technical role of air traffic controllers and how to secure airfields. Being a lifelong athlete, Connor made a natural transition into MMA after life in the military. He shares his background in martial arts and his confidence in making it big in the UFC. </p> <p> </p> <p>Reach out to Connor through the following links:</p> <p> </p> <p>LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-matthews-b3440b152/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/connor-matthews-b3440b152/</a></p> <p>Website: <a href="https://www.controllermma.com/">https://www.controllermma.com/</a></p> <p>Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thecontrollermma/">https://www.instagram.com/thecontrollermma/</a></p> <p><br /><br /></p><p>See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.</p>
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