Black Belt Lifestyle

Black Belt Lifestyle explores what it truly means to live at the highest level of human performance. Hosted by Pasquale Montesano, MD, a board-certified orthopedic spine surgeon and black belt in Gracie Jiu-Jitsu, the show brings together the worlds of me

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Mastering Men’s Health: Urologist Stephen Scionti MD on Risk, Resilience & Prostate Cancer Innovation | Ep. 5

Posted January 7, 2026 • 00:41:08

In this eye-opening episode, host Dr. Pasquale Montesano is joined by world-renowned urologist and leading prostate cancer expert Dr. Stephen Scionti...

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

Posted December 17, 2025 • 00:16:00

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...

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

Posted December 3, 2025 • 00:24:55

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...

The History of Royce Gracie | Ep. 2

Posted November 19, 2025 • 00:21:15

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...

Growing Up Gracie | Ep. 1

Posted November 5, 2025 • 00:21:55

In this episode, host Pasquale Montesano, MD sits down with UFC Champion, Jiu Jitsu legend, and close friend Royce Gracie to discuss his upbringing...