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Selema Masekela plunges into the world of cliff diving with Morgane Herculano, an Ivy League graduate and 23-time national champion who traded a research career at Harvard for one of the most dangerous sports on earth.
Morgane breaks down what it feels like to hit the water at 85km/h and absorb 10 G’s of force, the same as a Formula One driver, how she resets after watching friends suffer terrifying accidents, and the way she fights back against the cruelty of online trolls.
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Selema Masekela drops into the world of freeride mountain biking with two-time Red Bull Rampage champion Kyle Strait, the youngest rider ever to compete and win at one of the most dangerous mountain bike events on earth.
Kyle breaks down what freeride mountain biking actually means, how competing at 14 in the wild west of an entirely new sport shaped his entire career, and the grueling mental and physical reality of breaking his back three times and coming back every time. He also shares how he is now building the next chapter of his life at Straight Acres, his 11-acre riding ranch in Alpine, San Diego, where he mentors the next generation of riders.
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Selema Masekela saddles up for for a conversation with Jorden Halvorsen - women’s world champion bull rider, Netflix star, and the trailblazer building a new future for women in rodeo.
Jorden breaks down what it actually takes to stay on top of a 2,000 pound animal for 8 seconds, the childhood decision to ditch figure skating and horses for bulls, the the jaw-dropping injury list she has collected along the way, and the near-death moment in 2020 when a single misstep from a 2,000 pound bull left her on an operating table with surgeons fighting to save her life.
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Selema Masekela steps onto the mat with Kron Gracie - UFC fighter, 2013 ADCC world champion, and son of the legendary Rickson Gracie from the family that invented Brazilian jiu-jitsu.
Kron breaks down what it truly means to carry one of the most powerful names in combat sports, the hidden tensions inside the Gracie family tree, how training with Nick and Nate Diaz helped him carve out his own identity as a fighter, and the mindset shift that separates fighters who compete from those who truly go to war.
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00:00 - Intro01:22 - Meet Kron Gracie03:04 - Combat as a Sport07:58 - Gracie Family Origins15:36 - The Start of the UFC21:53 - Learning to Fight28:57 - Road to ADCC35:34 - Dad in the Corner40:45 - Fight Night Mindset46:49 - Outro
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Selema Masekela takes to the skies with British inventor Richard Browning - CEO of Gravity Industries and the man who turned one of science fiction’s most iconic fantasies into a working reality.Richard breaks down what it actually felt like the first time he strapped a jet engine to his arm in a country lane, why it was so important to build a successful engineering business to support his idea, and how a scrappy Jet Suit demo in a parking lot led to a $650,000 term sheet scribbled on a $100 bill by one of Silicon Valley’s most legendary investors.
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Selema Masekela steps into the blast radius with British bomb disposal expert Kim Hughes - a former Sergeant and recipient of the George Cross medal, one of the UK’s highest honors, for what was described as the greatest single act of bomb disposal in Afghanistan.
Kim breaks down what it truly means to choose to put your life on the line to save others, the dangerous God complex he developed, and the all-consuming buzz of walking down a road toward something that could erase you in a second.
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00:00 Intro
01:28 Meet Kim Hughes
04:09 An Accidental Career Path
10:13 Reading a Bomb Scene
17:48 What Scares a Bomb Tech
20:01 Developing a God Complex
22:12 The Buzz of the Job
24:54 The Cost of War
28:31 Processing Trauma
31:45 Receiving the George Cross
38:16 Life After Service
45:08 Outro
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Selema Masekela straps in for a wild ride with Italian-Spanish off-road racer Christine GZ, a self-made driver who built her first rally car from scrap metal at 17 and hustled her way from small island life to the Dakar Rally.
Christine reveals how jumping in front of a stranger’s rally car set her life on a completely different course, the grind of building a race car with no money and no team, what it’s like to race 1,000 miles through Baja’s relentless terrain, and the career-threatening Extreme E crash that forced her to rebuild from the inside out.
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00:00 Intro
01:23 Meet Christine GZ
03:12 Rally vs Off-Road Racing
04:40 Falling in Love With a 1989 Corolla
12:31 Building a Race Car From Scratch
15:25 First Sponsors
17:50 Faking It as a Tow Truck Driver
21:13 Going to University
29:56 Creating the First All-Female Rally Team
34:52 40 Cold Emails a Day
38:57 Surviving the Baja 1000
43:10 Extreme E Crash & Losing Her Team
52:11 Mayhem at Dakar
59:09 Outro
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Selema Masekela ventures deep into the world of alpinism with British climber Fay Manners, a former data scientist who walked away from corporate life to chase some of the world’s most dangerous mountains.
Fay shares how a chance visit to a climbing gym sparked a complete life transformation, her unlikely journey from office worker in London and New York to discovering new climbing and ski routes in the Alps and beyond, the mindset needed to conquer vertical terrain, and the Himalayan ascent that went dangerously wrong at 20,000 feet.
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00:00 Intro
02:16 Meet Fay Manners
03:07 Why Climb Mountains?
06:47 From Data Scientist to Alpinist
10:14 Discovering Climbing & Community
13:59 Moving to Chamonix
18:19 Training During the COVID Lockdown
22:36 Becoming a Professional Athlete
25:43 Opening New Routes
38:24 Disaster in India: Stranded at 20,000 Feet
47:14 Coping with Tragedy in the Mountains
50:28 Women in Alpinism
52:20 Fay’s Ultimate Legacy
54:46 Outro
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Selema Masekela enters the frontline with Australian lifeguard and firefighter Trent ‘Maxi’ Maxwell - star of Bondi Rescue and formerly Australia’s youngest lifeguard at 16 years old.
Maxi breaks down what it actually means to run toward danger, from pulling people out of rip currents and responding to fatal house fires, to seeing people on their worst days. He shares the mindset behind facing trauma daily, how he stays calm when surrounded by chaos, and why he pursued firefighting over fame.
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Selema Masekela drops into the world of elite parkour with Australian twins Brodie and Dylan Pawson, two of the most viewed and respected athletes in the scene, to explore a discipline often misunderstood as pure risk.
The Parkour Twins break down how they see cities through “parkour eyes”, how thousands of hours of training lead to moments that look impossible, and the mental calculations behind every viral clip.
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Selema Masekela propels into the dizzying world of high-speed air racing with Air Race X pilot and aerobatic phenomenon, Emma McDonald.
Emma breaks down her incredible career pivot from pole fitness champion to elite world-class pilot, the legacy of her flying family, and the terrifying moment she hit an eagle while flying upside down at 200mph.
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00:00 - Introduction
03:16 Capabilities of a Race Plane
05:10 The 8G Experience
09:34 Gymnastics & Pole Fitness Origins
14:25 Breaking Barriers as a Diesel Mechanic
21:45 Old Station Air Show
23:50 Family Legacy & The Reality of Tragedy
33:50 Selling It All for a Dream
40:17 A Father’s Perspective
42:43 Pre-Flight Rituals & Visualization
44:20 The Bird Strike Incident
50:07 The Meaning of "Beyond Gravity"
51:52 Empowering Women in Aviation
52:41 Legacy
53:40 Outro
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Selema Masekela steps inside the world of Freestyle Motocross (FMX) with Australian Nitro Circus star and X Games medallist, Jarryd McNeil. Jarryd breaks down why riding FMX is insane, the injuries that come with it, and how his signature Whip turned going sideways into one of the most crowd-pleasing tricks in action sports.
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Episode 10 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni and graffiti legend RISK dive deep into his incredible journey during an intimate podcast session. From dodging life-threatening situations—including being shot at—to getting arrested for his art, RISK opens up about the real-life stakes of pursuing his passion in the gritty world of graffiti. He also shares one of his most surreal moments: being contacted by Aerosmith to create art for their tour announcement. Through these stories, RISK offers an unfiltered look at the challenges, triumphs, and sheer determination it takes to carveout a legacy in street art. Don’t miss this raw and captivating conversation as RISK reveals the risks behind the art and what it takes to turn rebellion into recognition.
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Episode 9 of The Team Ignition Show, poker legend Dan "Jungleman"Cates sits down with Leticia Bufoni for an unfiltered conversation about the highs and lows of life as a professional poker player. Dan shares jaw-dropping stories,including the time he lost a staggering one million dollars in a single day, offering a raw glimpse into the risks and rewards of high-stakes poker. From his early days discovering poker as a teenager to becoming one of the most feared players in the world, Dan opens up about the challenges, discipline, and resilience required to succeed in such a volatile field. He also dives into the mental and emotional toll of playing at the highest levels, revealing how he’s managed to thrive during the extreme ups and downs. Don’t miss this candid discussion where Dan shares valuable lessons about risk-taking, perseverance, and finding balance in a world defined by uncertainty.
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In Episode 8 of The Team Ignition Show, Leticia Bufoni takes a closer look at the exhilarating world of motorsport alongside Amanda Sorensen, a professional race car driver known for her expertise in drifting.Amanda opens up about her journey, highlighting what makes drifting unique among racing disciplines. She delves into the adaptability required on the track and the valuable life lessons she’s gained through her career in motorsport.Don’t miss this inspiring conversation about the fearless mindset needed to thrive in high-adrenaline racing!
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In Episode 7 of The Team Ignition Show podcast, Leticia Bufoni joins world record-holding adventurer Ryan Robinson high in the mountains above San Bernardino. Ryan dives into the basics of slacklining and highlining, explaining how the two differ, while sharing his incredible journey - from watching daredevils on TV to breaking world records himself. Leticia is amazed by Ryan’s fearless feats, especially when he reveals that, like her, he battles a fear of heights. Ryan opens up about how he conquers that fear, using highlining as a form of meditation. He also takes Leticia through some of his most extreme highlining stunts, from mountain passes to river crossings, and explains how mastering his mindset is key to achieving these jaw-dropping challenges.
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In this episode, William Spencer joins Leticia Bufoni for an in-depth conversation about his life as a Hollywood stunt actor and pro skateboarder. William and Leticia connect over their shared background in skateboarding, with William explaining how he pioneered a unique blend of skating, parkour, and acrobatics to carve out his place in stunt work.
Leticia delves into William’s experiences working on the Spider-Man movies, where he served as the stunt double for Andrew Garfield. William shares his first, unforgettable encounter with Garfield, describing how they immediately hit it off and built a dynamic partnership both on set and beyond.
He reflects on the physical and creative demands of embodying an iconic superhero, recounting the intense training, technical mastery, and fearless mindset required to pull off Spider-Man’s daring stunts. From epic falls to perfectly timed flips, William gives an inside look at what it takes to perform some of Spider-Man’s most jaw-dropping moves.
Throughout the episode, William and Leticia explore the dedication and artistry involved in stunt work, highlighting the risks, rewards, and relentless pursuit of pushing boundaries that define their careers.
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Alana Blanchard joins Leticia Bufoni for a relaxed conversation on the shores of O'ahu, Hawaii, with the iconic Pipeline break in the background.
Alana reflects on her early days growing up in Hawaii and learning to surf at one of the most famous spots in the world. She explains the significance of Pipeline and why surfers from around the globe are drawn to it, highlighting the risks not only from the massive waves but also from the sharks that inhabit Hawaii's waters.
As the conversation continues, Alana talks about raising a family as a professional athlete, discussing how she balances her career with family life and the decisions she makes for their well-being. Leticia relates to this, expressing her own desire to start a family someday.
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Host Leticia Bufoni sits down with Dashawn Jordan for an intimate conversation about his life, career, and perspective on risk-taking. Drawing from their long-standing friendship, the discussion flows naturally, unveiling the nuances of Dashawn's journey.
Dashawn's also discusses his estranged father, who has recently re-entered his life, and the impact of this reconnection. The duo also reflects on Dashawn's most significant achievements, including his unforgettable laser heel flip at the 2017 Chicago SLS finals.
Leticia finds a deep connection with Dashawn's approach to risk-taking, as they explore the idea that skaters must embrace substantial risks to achieve remarkable victories. Tune in for an engaging dialogue filled with insights and camaraderie.
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Ocean joins Leticia at a beach house the next day to talk about their shared experience. During their conversation, Leticia learns about Ocean’s childhood and her deep-rooted fascination with sharks. They discuss the grave threats sharks face, including being hunted for their fins and the impact of ocean pollution.
Leticia is shocked to learn the staggering statistic that humans kill around 100 million sharks annually, while only about 10 people are killed by sharks each year—highlighting the stark imbalance in perception. Ocean also addresses the risks to humans and what precautions to take when swimming in Hawaiian waters, before concluding with the critical role sharks play in maintaining the balance of the marine ecosystem.
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