Rose Namajunas & Pat Barry

Date: 2018-01-23 | Duration: 1h 42m

Episode Overview

UFC Strawweight Champion Rose Namajunas, accompanied by her fiancé and MMA fighter Pat Barry, joins Joe for a candid conversation about combat sports, training, and life outside the octagon. Rose — known as 'Thug Rose' — discusses her grueling training regimen, the mental fortitude required to be a champion, and the anti-Trump protests that nearly prevented them from making a fight. They dig into coaching philosophies, highlighting Trevor Whitman and Matt Hume's contrasting approaches to developing elite fighters, and discuss Demetrious Johnson's relationship with his coaches. The conversation turns personal as Rose and Pat reveal they plan to start a family after her championship run, with Pat joking about telling Joe they'd start a family after she won the belt. It's a warm, wide-ranging episode revealing the human side of elite martial artists.

About Pat Barry

Pat Barry is a retired mixed martial artist and former professional kickboxer, known for his electrifying fighting style and charismatic personality. Competing primarily in the UFC's heavyweight division, Barry amassed an impressive record before transitioning into coaching and mentoring fighters, including his partner and current UFC Strawweight Champion, Rose Namajunas. Beyond his athletic accomplishments, Pat is celebrated for his engaging presence and insightful commentary on the sport, making him a beloved figure in the MMA community. His appearances, including the memorable episode of the Joe Rogan Experience, showcase not only his expertise but also his passion for martial arts and personal growth, drawing in fans and aspiring fighters alike.

About Rose Namajunas

Rose Namajunas is a professional mixed martial artist and the reigning UFC Strawweight Champion, known for her exceptional grappling skills and striking prowess. A pioneer in women's MMA, she made history by becoming the first fighter to win the UFC Strawweight title twice, showcasing her resilience and determination in the octagon. Beyond her athletic achievements, Rose captivates audiences with her candid personality and inspiring journey from a challenging upbringing to the pinnacle of combat sports. Her appearances, including a memorable conversation with Joe Rogan on episode #10013 alongside her partner Pat Barry, highlight her insightful perspective on mental strength and the art of fighting, making her a compelling figure both inside and outside the cage.

Key Moments

– UFC Strawweight Championship
– Training Methodology and Coaching Philosophy
– MMA Fighter Mental Fortitude
– Life Outside the Octagon
– Demetrious Johnson and Elite Coaching
0:00:00 – Rose and Pat arrive — talking about the UFC and fight preparation
0:12:30 – Anti-Trump march nearly prevented them reaching the fight
0:48:40 – DC/Mighty Mouse and conditioning philosophies
0:58:53 – Trevor Whitman and Matt Hume's contrasting coaching approaches
1:19:40 – Rose and Pat's relationship and future family plans
1:38:29 – Thug Rose signs off — family plans after the belt

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 and we're live what's up oh nothing thanks for doing this appreciate it yeah thanks for having me i like how you're dressed very casual look like yeah it's all about comfort these days like part like monk like there's like a lot of monk like to what you got the shaved head and the wooden beads and the whole deal yeah yeah i mean i kind of decided that like i ever since cutting my hair that uh i don't know i'm just gonna do away with like not being like not being comfortable in any area so heels um you're gonna have to pay me to do that. Really? Yeah, I don't know. It's just I'm not a big fan of heels because I can't run away in them. That's a good point. I think that's why they made them. Starting point is 00:00:51 It only makes sense. Girls wearing tight skirts where your legs are constricted, right? Or tight dresses that go down to your knees especially. Yeah. Those things are weird. That's like a thing where girls can barely walk. You have heels. Your toes are down. Starting point is 00:01:04 It's like the opposite of being strong. It's like you're very vulnerable can barely walk. You have heels. Your toes are down. It's like the opposite of being strong. It's like you're very vulnerable, right? Very vulnerable, yeah. I don't know if it's just because of the way I grew up, but I was always looking over my shoulder. Anytime I was walking down the wrong alley, I was always ready to scope out the area and just run and be able to run. I think everybody's like that, though, right? Starting point is 00:01:25 Yeah. Especially girls. though, right? Yeah. I mean, especially girls. You should be. Yeah. I mean, just me in particular, just because I was the only girl that looked like myself. I was the smallest all the time or youngest or, like, the only white girl on my block. So it was always, like, I stood out. And so, yeah, I like to be safe. Starting point is 00:01:44 That smart? Yeah. Or be able to, like, you like to be safe. That's smart. Ye...

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