I'm a 38 yr old Dominican Muslim fighting game enthusiast and Mena's maturity at his age, coming from a similar background as me, makes me proud. May Allah bless him and his. All power to the most highest.
@@christatarian2504 no doubt Chris. Much love and much respect. I can't wait to see where your podcasting/youtube journey takes you as the FGC grows. I relate a lot to your perspectives and opinions on our community and love that you are growing as a content creator & as a professional fighting game player. Definitely feels like that whole run with Bandits was like going into the hyperbolic time chamber for you. Wish I were as passionate about fighting games back in my teens/early 20's and would've developed the craft into a profession. Now I just enjoy the time with my boys and deliver the bussass. 😏💪🗽. Reppin the oldheads from NYC.
I am not religious by any means, but the last section about being humble and knowing it is not just all you, hits hard. Regardless of whatever walk of life, it is important that we have a strong foundation (and in that discussion god) and knowing that there is something/someone we can fall back on. The statement of the higher you go the harder the fall, unless you keep your foot on the ground is tremendously inspirational.
Hearing both your and Mena's testimony is genuinely inspiring. I remember, when I was a young, there was never a question about God's presence in my life. But in my 20s, I started to question and doubt everything about the faith. I'm in my early 30s now, and I feel like I'm slowly finding my way back to Him. This video and the one you did a while back about pride are part of that. Keep doing what you're doing! God Bless!
I've been an atheist for the past 15 years. I don't really deal with doubts at this point, I feel like my goal in life is seeking happiness and helping out who I can, I'm peaceful and happy that way. I did learn to respect and cherish Christians and Christian values after some time, though. Even though I don't share the beliefs, I think the values are still a good recipe to a happy and fulfilling life, and I feel the love from genuine Christians. So the god talk doesn't bother me. I'm happy it helped you guys and I hope it helps some viewer who is currently in a dark place.
This episode is something i needed as an aspiring competitor. Hearing the fact that the capcom cup champion also goes through the anxiety and the nerves that i go through in my brackets but still does his best to just play felt eye opening. Learning to work through the emotions. Thanks for all the hard work Chris T!
Thank you very much for this video. I love these interviews, there is nothing like it on the internet for the FGC. You are doing God's work Chris, please don't stop doing them, we really appreciate it.
Definitely my favorite interview yet. I firmly appreciate you both taking the opportunity to share your faith. When you both thanked God at Street Fighter League, I was so happy to see such great success from men leaning on God. I've been around Esports a long time now, and it really feels like faith in God is shunned by so many within. I wish the best for those people, to experience the goodness and grace of God. God's not going to make every player a world champion, but He will always be the best decision you can make to lean on for the rest of your life. God bless you both, thank you.
Stuff like this is what the fgc needs in terms of content creation. Not another jack me off video like "How I made number one with this character" Real authentic shit. This has inspired me as a player to really take it to the next level and not feel bad about loving these games and being competitive.
Robtv hot ones during Capcom Cup X was really cool, I was like dood that would be a great show, cause I'm a fan of Hot Ones. So it's really cool someone has decided to start a podcast/interview/talk show with the best people in fgc. GG Bro.
Thank you both for doing Matthew 5:16 in victory "let your light shine before others, that they may see your good deeds and glorify your Father in heaven"
I can't get enough of these podcasts, I love the fact that Chris will ask the questions most of us want to know, like the mindset/ mentality feelings, this information has actually helped me improve, what sticks out the most to me though is determination and self belief, with this I believe it is possible to even beat someone more higher ranked or skilled, the Psychology, Mena RD and Infiltrations interview both of them show a certain hunger love it.
“You have to be a fool(crazy) to even think wanna reach that level”- Mike Tyson 🐐 🙌🏻 Mena talking about confidence and being delusional BUT making those delusions a reality 🔥
thank you both for doing the interview. I've new-found respect for your outlook on things, and Mena is proving to be very wise and mature beyond his years. I appreciate the fact that he's such a positive role model for the community.
@@christatarian2504you're doing great work with this series, Chris. It really helps that you bring out the more personal side in your guests, as getting in touch with our shared humanity is so important. Looking forward to what's next!
Hearing this champion speak is one of the greatest things ever. Just hearing what he went through and continued to battle just hits home to me. But when he said “not having god in his life is trash” It took me back to a time when I myself felt I can go it alone or asked a ton of questions to question him. Now while not perfect my faith is stronger. I owe it all to him my family, abilities etc. All while still being worked on. Great interview 🤘💯🫡
Another great episode. I remember rooting for Mena all those years ago with Birdie... amazing to see how good he's become! One more thing, can you explain the Kabe Ken sweep tech against Juri? I'm guessing it's Sweep to check drive rush and also to DR Sweep when you see her going for Fuhajin stores. But is there more?
You can pre emptive sweep her round house and stand fierce, really hard for her to whiff punish your sweep on reaction so you can sometimes throw it out in neutral if you notice her going for RH and Fierce a lot or forward fierce… but it’s mainly used for RH and Forward fierce
Thank you for your work. I am recently Master with Ken for my first VSFIGHTING game and you are a great inspiration for me and my game. God bless you - A French player.
Great interview with Mena!!! Loved the part about controlling your emotions when continuously losing. I have a friend who consistently beats me 30 - 0 easy. I had to tell him recently i can only give you 10 matches. 30 is too much to lose. I will try and change my mindset.
The street fighter league finals was so hype. That was the best Street Fighter 6 tournament so far. Seeing teams of that caliber clash was chilling. The Mena vs Angry Bird sets were just anime level of epic.
Luv u Chris God bless you and menaRD too, both are amazing players, thanks for this awesome interview i needed to listen mena talk more about his relation with God, its really amazing
Chris! I love the show and yes your voice has unique characteristics. But, I have to say I think it's best to allow the guest to speak more. I feel that you add more of yourself to the conversation than the actual guest.
I try to really pay attention to how much of myself I’m interjecting, so far you’re the first person to say this, even asked my editor and others but they all say that I talk a healthy amount. In this episode I’m directly talking to my brother so maybe felt more comfortable to talk more, but I definitely don’t feel like I’m trying to talk more than the person I’m interviewing 😭
@@christatarian2504 Chris! I appreciate that we are having a reasonable and respectful conversation. I appreciate you taking the time to reply to my comment. I will continue to support the show, as I do enjoy it. It was just how I felt while watching earlier. I send love and positive energy your way and wish you all the success in the world. Peace!
"God helps alot about being humble" MenaRD qualifying into the playoffs: "The championship is mine". I was admiring you MenaRD until that point, having confidence in yourself from winning 2 cups it's one thing, but disrespecting everyone else in the competition it's another. It is to apreciate thou how you managed and carried the whole team, especially at 50-10 and led it to victory, your drive and determination it's unique, you've earned your place among the top players in the world, that's undisputed. I wish you good luck forward, the work you've put on brought you amazing skills, training and discipline made you an amazing player. Chris, thank you for the video, you have a great voice.
I love the talk of scripture and God almost cried hearing how the lord helped these two. When they mentioned he was always there it’s so true. God bless.
I swear to god. After i lissen to this i got blessed. I am turkish man and i am oldskool player from 1992. I respect always the arcade scenes becouse if you play someone you see him in real life and hes actions before or after pkaying. In this years everyone is a online player and a lot of trash talks and keyboard gangsters i was always angry. At this moment afyer this video i am done with it. Thank you my brothers. Btw i am turkish christian ✝️🙏❤️
All love bro thank you for watching and supporting and happy that you are on the path to Christ 🇹🇷🙏🏼🇦🇲, I pray our countries can have peace together one day
Thank you for taking the time to talk about God, sometimes I know the spirit wants to talk to me and I really appreciate it that it uses even the people that does and likes the same things I do to do it. Also I love that you guys mentioned Zafferino, I really feel like he-s person as spiritual as I feel you guys are and he-s an inspiration to me as you guys are now. Thank you
Hey Chris and Mena! I'm a 30+ y/o female SF player (Luke main!), I'm from a Central American country, a game developer and a Christian. I can't begin to thank you for sharing this content and being so open about your faith, you don't know how much it means for someone who is in this (gaming) industry. God bless you both and praying He keeps guiding your way through life and your careers so you can keep spreading His love through your actions and testimony.
It’s very heart warming to heart Jesus Christ so openly discussed in the FGC. God is so good, this life is not easy but he is faithful and we can always rely on him!John 16:33
In Major League Baseball, there's approx 30% latin players currently in the league & the Dominican Republic is the majority of that percentage. Unfortunately, there's so many stories of DR players going back home to visit friends & family, just to get kidnapped for ransom or robbed. David Ortiz most recently, was shot & survived while visiting DR. Although the states ain't perfect, it puts in perspective how made we have it here in the US. There's no denying how godlike the DR is at the game of baseball & it's awesome to see more talent representation now in the fgc.
I’ve asked myself that question and it’s been answered “Why does God let all this evil stuff happen?” it’s not God it’s us who do these evil things and that’s the beauty of God.. you have the FREEDOM to follow God or not to.. all these things are test that make you a better person.. those evil things that happen to us are the things that should bring you closer to God.. and it’s ok for us to Test God.. he loves to prove his Power to you … pray to God for these things in life and try to achieve them and God will be there next to you helping you along the way.. God’s has proven himself to me more times than I’ve ever asked for..
Honestly I don’t know if Mena does this on purpose 😂 but does he like to get himself into Looser bracket or to the point where he’s in a comeback situation 🤦🏻♂️ just to get that fucken Beast inside him to wake up 😂 fucken insane bruh
Cool podcast! Big fan so far… but I can see how some would rather not watch because the mention of Christian/catholic god. I personally am atheist and it just seems like a very subjective/opinionated thing to talk about in the FGC. Especially when you refer to the trolls to just “find christ”. Idk. Leaves a sour taste in my mouth, listening. As a fellow educator I can respect all faith and religions equally. But perhaps it can be delivered better. Just my 2 cents is all. Much love and respect to your project Chris. Meba’s speech about being a good example is 💯
I totally understand, sometimes in life, certain things are said bluntly in order for the message to be conveyed… but I can understand how that could make you feel, our intentions as mentioned in the episode is to not persuade or force anyone to believe in God, but simply to talk about our experiences with God. The majority of the podcast is designed without the mention of God, if someone I interview is also a believer I feel it’s important to share our commonalities and express our experiences with God. Also considering Mena and I had a miraculous experience during SFL and this year with our journey, we couldn’t go without diving into it. I still appreciate the ears and hope that you were able to walk away with more technical lessons about competing and the game! Thanks for your time boss
@@christatarian2504 absolutely. Like I said. Just my 2 cents. And it was the last segment. But it can not be under stated that this podcast is great and what we need rn.
@@christatarian2504 bro you teach. You already have my respect. ✊🏽 people don’t understand the challenges + patience test it is that comes with working with adolescents
