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The Heartbreaking Truth About French Bulldogs: IVD and Breeding Issues
Gable Steveson shares the heartbreaking stories of losing two French Bulldogs to Intervertebral Disc Disease (IVD) in their neck and back, highlighting the severe health issues caused by their breeding and the challenges faced by owners.
Joe Rogan's Take: The Problem with Mental Coaches in Elite Fighting
Joe Rogan shares a controversial perspective from a friend who prefers not to coach fighters who need a 'mental coach,' favoring self-sufficient athletes with an inherent 'I'm going to dominate' mindset. Gable Steveson agrees, arguing that many people rely too much on external support like mental or breathwork coaches instead of cultivating internal drive.
Gable Steveson's Secret to Always Being Ready
Gable Steveson shares his unwavering commitment to continuous skill development and constant physical readiness, explaining that he trains religiously to stay in peak shape, ensuring he's always prepared for a fight, regardless of short notice.
The Simple Joy and Unconditional Love of Dogs
Joe Rogan and Gable Steveson discuss the profound, unconditional love and simple joy that dogs bring, highlighting how they are 'love devices' that never have bad days and offer constant affection.
The Absurdity of Boxing's Sanctioning Bodies and Stripped Belts
Joe Rogan and Gable Steveson criticize the numerous boxing sanctioning bodies and their controversial practices, specifically highlighting the stripping of Terence Crawford's championship belt over unpaid fees, despite his clear victory, questioning the legitimacy and purpose of these organizations.
Joe Rogan's Mike Tyson-Inspired Blueprint for Gable Steveson's UFC Debut
Joe Rogan advises Gable Steveson on a strategic career path for the UFC, suggesting he build skills and experience in smaller organizations first, akin to Cus D'Amato's approach with Mike Tyson, to enter the UFC already a 'champion' in waiting.
Why Authenticity Fuels Fan Connection in Combat Sports
Joe Rogan explains how showing your true self, beyond just fighting, is crucial for building a relatable personal brand and inspiring fans, using the UFC's 'Embedded' series as a prime example.
Jon Jones: The Wild Greatness and Unlikely Mentor
Joe Rogan discusses Jon Jones's controversial past, arguing that his 'wildness' was integral to his greatness in the cage. Gable Steveson then shares how Jon Jones is now actively mentoring him, offering invaluable guidance from his own experiences.
Peter Yan's Innovative Blueprint: Fake Hook to Liver Kick
This clip analyzes Peter Yan's unique fighting style, highlighting how he serves as a blueprint for coaches teaching kids new moves. It details his effective use of a fake hook into a liver kick, trips, and his incredible flow state, making him exceptionally hard to hit clean.
Escape the 'Dark Hole': Jon Jones's Mentorship on Avoiding Temptation
Joe Rogan and Gable Steveson discuss the seductive 'dark hole' of partying and bad influences, especially for fighters. Gable highlights how Jon Jones, having navigated these challenges himself, now actively mentors him to stay on a 'straight path' and avoid temptations.
Joe Rogan on the Terrifying Reality of Bull Riding
Joe Rogan recounts his experience on Fear Factor, discussing the challenges that truly scared him, particularly bull riding. He questions the idea of a 'practice bull' and highlights the extreme unpredictability and danger of the sport, emphasizing that no human can truly prepare for a 2000-pound animal and the lack of safeguards.
Gable Steveson's UFC Blueprint: Champion, Legacy, and the 'Worst I'll Ever Be'
Gable Steveson outlines his ambitious UFC career blueprint: becoming a champion, breaking defense records, and, most importantly, being an 'overall good man' and leaving a lasting legacy. He confidently declares that his last fight was the 'worst he'll ever be.'
The Elite Athlete Mindset: Why Being 'All Ears' and Coachable is Key to Success
Gable Steveson attributes his rapid progress in striking to his 'all ears' approach, soaking up knowledge, and relentless dedication. Joe Rogan emphasizes that coachability is paramount for elite athletes, contrasting it with those who insist on their own methods and never reach their full potential.
Why Wrestling is the Ultimate Base for MMA: Mental Toughness & Dictating the Fight
Joe Rogan articulates why wrestling is the best foundation for MMA, emphasizing not only the crucial ability to dictate where the fight takes place but also the unparalleled mental toughness, discipline, and conditioning that wrestlers develop, which he believes surpasses all other sports.
Jon Jones's Brilliant Strategic Mind: Developing the Spinning Back Kick for Heavyweights
Joe Rogan praises Jon Jones's 'brilliant thinking' in purposefully developing the spinning back kick late in his career as a one-shot knockout weapon for heavyweights. He highlights Jones's dedication to constantly training this powerful technique and his rare ability to acquire new skills at an advanced stage of his career.
Gable Steveson's Mom Can't Watch His MMA Fights: 'She's Sweating and Nervous!'
Gable Steveson shares a hilarious and relatable anecdote about his mother's extreme nervousness regarding his MMA career. Despite her support, she's so anxious that she can't even watch his fights, often retreating to the back and asking for updates after the fact.
Joe Rogan: The Love of Excellence in Fighting
Joe Rogan passionately describes his admiration for excellence in athletes, highlighting how he loves to see fighters put in insane amounts of work and dedication, then shine on fight night. He uses the example of Pioran coming back to dominate Morab in a second fight as a prime example of this dedication.
The Relentless Drive: Training Against the Unseen Competitor
Gable Steveson shares his relentless training philosophy, driven by the competitive fear that someone else, perhaps 'in Russia,' is working while he sleeps. This mindset fuels his long hours in the gym, ensuring he absorbs all possible information and never falls behind, aiming to prevent any competitor from gaining an 'inch' on him.
Why the UFC Title Reigns Supreme: Prestige vs. Payouts
Joe Rogan and Gable Steveson discuss why the UFC championship holds unparalleled prestige and public recognition compared to other MMA organizations like PFL, asserting that to be considered 'the best,' a fighter must be in the UFC, despite other promotions offering significant payouts.
Joe Rogan's Radical Solution to MMA Eye Pokes: Mitten-Style Gloves
Joe Rogan vehemently argues for stricter penalties for eye pokes in MMA, advocating for immediate one or two-point deductions. He then proposes a radical redesign of MMA gloves into a mitten-like structure that covers the fingertips, asserting it would significantly reduce eye pokes without hindering grappling or striking.
Focus on Excellence, Not Money or Fame
Joe Rogan emphasizes that true success comes from focusing on excellence, not the allure of money or fame. He warns that prioritizing material gains can lead one astray and cause a loss of purpose.
The Fighter and the Crazy Girlfriend: A Cautionary Tale of Distraction
Joe Rogan shares a cautionary tale about a talented fighter whose career was derailed by a 'crazy girlfriend' who intentionally created problems before fights, seeking attention and ultimately stealing his focus from achieving excellence.
The Gulf of Tonkin Incident: A Fake Justification for War
Joe Rogan delves into the Gulf of Tonkin incident, explaining how it was a 'false flag' operation, faked to provide an excuse for the US to invade Vietnam. He then connects this historical event to the alleged involvement of the drug trade in the Afghanistan War.
Trump's Impact on Overdose Deaths & The Fentanyl Crisis
Joe Rogan presents a chart showing a significant drop in overdose deaths since Trump took office, attributing it to policies like blowing up drug-carrying ships. He also highlights the extreme danger of fentanyl-laced drugs and the cartel's role in poisoning people.
Gable Steveson: 'That's The Worst I'll Ever Be'
Gable Steveson makes a powerful statement about his future potential in MMA, declaring that his current skill level is 'the worst I'll ever be.' He expresses confidence that with continued time and effort, his abilities will only grow, especially in striking, making his current performances just a baseline for future dominance.
Joe Rogan's Bold Prediction: Gable Steveson is a Major Threat to UFC Heavyweight Division
Joe Rogan expresses extreme confidence in Gable Steveson's potential, highlighting his unique combination of speed and elite wrestling. He argues that Gable, at 25 and 250lbs, poses a significant threat to a shallow heavyweight division, placing him already among the top contenders like Francis Ngannou, Ciryl Gane, and Tom Aspinall, even before his UFC debut.
Protect Your Focus: The 100 Units of Attention Analogy
Joe Rogan uses a powerful analogy of having '100 units of focus' to explain how distractions—like haters or negative relationships—rob from one's ability to achieve excellence. He stresses the importance of protecting one's mental energy and time.
Olympic Gold Medalist Gable Steveson's Zero-Experience NFL Tryout
Gable Steveson recounts the astonishing story of getting a tryout with the Buffalo Bills despite never having played organized football before. He highlights how his raw athleticism and commitment to 'effort over technique' impressed coaches, leading to a professional opportunity in a sport he had no prior experience in.
The Olympic Gold Medalist Mindset: Key to Elite Performance
Joe Rogan and Gable Steveson discuss the profound impact of an Olympic gold medalist's mindset. They argue that if someone can achieve elite status in wrestling, they can achieve it in anything, from MMA to pickleball, simply by applying that same dedication and mental fortitude. They emphasize that mindset, not just athletic ability or hard work, is the ultimate differentiator.
Jon Jones's Sickness Camp Dominance: Gable Steveson Recalls the GOAT's Unstoppable Will
Gable Steveson shares an incredible story of Jon Jones's resilience and skill, describing how Jones, sick and tired a week before his fight with Stipe Miocic, still dominated five fresh, high-level sparring partners in a 'shark bait' session. This moment is contrasted with Gable's own initial lack of defensive MMA skills, as Jones and Greg Jackson denied him sparring, highlighting his raw hunger despite his inexperience and emphasizing the 'super greatness' of hard workers.