#821 & Fight Companion - Joey Diaz

Date: 2016-07-07 | Duration: 3h 4m

Episode Overview

Joe Rogan and Joey Diaz dive deep into the world of MMA, blending fight analysis with personal anecdotes and candid reflections. They break down recent heavyweight bouts, highlighting the evolution of fighters like Alistair Overeem and the relentless toughness of veterans such as Roy Nelson. The conversation touches on the technical aspects of grappling and striking, with Joey praising the precision of submissions like Fedor’s armbar and discussing the strategic shifts fighters make to adapt and improve. They also explore the physical toll of combat sports, including injuries like broken noses and the grueling nature of training camps. Beyond the cage, Joey shares vivid stories from his own life, recounting wild nights fueled by cocaine and the energy of early UFC events. Their banter covers everything from the underground culture of forged IDs and late-night adventures to the impact of holistic medicine and CBD oil on recovery. The episode captures the raw, unfiltered energy of two longtime friends passionate about fighting and life’s chaotic journey, blending fight commentary with humor and heartfelt moments.

Key Moments

– MMA Weight Classes
– MMA Gym Culture
– Mixed Martial Arts
– UFC
– Heavyweight Division
– Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu
– Fight Commentary
– Fighter Training
– Performance Enhancing Drugs
– MMA Techniques
– Fight Analysis
– MMA History
– Combat Sports Conditioning
– MMA Fighters
– Fight Strategy
– MMA Events
– MMA Injuries
– MMA Fight Preparation
0:00:00 – Introduction and Joey Diaz arrival
0:01:16 – Discussion on MMA next level introduction
0:02:22 – Analysis of Stipe Miocic fight mistakes
0:04:01 – Breakdown of Fedor style arm bar technique
0:06:20 – UFC heavyweight champion status update
0:08:03 – Nick Curzon and Marv Marinovich training influence
0:10:52 – Max Holloway's current fighting prowess
0:14:13 – Duffy's right hand knockout moment
0:16:30 – Fighting through injuries discussion
0:17:40 – Nose surgery and recovery details
0:21:05 – Previous fight against Daniel Cormier mentioned
0:22:03 – Availability of steroids and supplements discussion
0:24:09 – Effects of Shroom Tech supplements
0:27:08 – Tumanoff's knockout and jiu-jitsu skills
0:29:36 – High-level jiu-jitsu analytical skills explained
0:31:46 – Fighter survival and toughness praised
0:34:05 – Experienced fighter's gas tank and stamina
0:36:32 – Impact of football career on MMA body condition
0:38:22 – Fight decision strategies and conditioning
0:40:39 – Robbie Lawler's training camp routines
0:43:54 – Instagram presence of fighters and black belt status
0:45:57 – Gas tank depletion during fights
0:49:37 – Coaching and fight commentary challenges
0:52:11 – Behind the scenes fight insights
0:55:28 – Stand-up comedy and personal anecdotes
0:56:52 – Daniel Cormier's upcoming fights
0:58:33 – CBD oil usage in recovery
1:00:14 – Medical benefits of marijuana on tumors
1:05:35 – Frank Mir's dedication and career ups and downs
1:06:44 – Roy Nelson's ground game analysis
1:09:14 – Fight nearing conclusion and critical moments
1:13:38 – Gas tank exhaustion in fight strategy
1:15:44 – Roy Nelson fan appreciation
1:18:01 – Fight clock and time management
1:21:57 – Superhuman resilience in fighters
1:27:08 – Million-dollar bonuses and fighter motivation
1:29:02 – Excitement about Daniel Cormier vs Jon Jones
1:33:59 – Discussion on size and strength of fighters
1:38:35 – Effects of potent edibles on fighters
1:41:32 – Fight preview and Joey Diaz's opinion
1:46:04 – Alvarez's skill and fight challenges
1:48:32 – Heart versus skill in MMA fights
1:52:20 – Dos Anjos fight analysis
1:55:11 – Misha Tate and Amanda Nunes fight mention
2:00:13 – Professional submission organization with EBI rules

Transcript Excerpt

Starting point is 00:00:00 I get so pumped up for these. Starting point is 00:00:25 But today, it's with the great Joey motherfucking Diaz. Starting point is 00:00:42 That was my fight. Starting point is 00:00:51 This, to me, is a fucking barn burner. Starting point is 00:01:16 He just got introduced to the next level of MMA. Starting point is 00:01:32 You've got to put him away, man. Starting point is 00:01:59 guys from shoot the box in Curitiba Brazil those so badass. I mean, he's from such a badass lineage. Starting point is 00:02:22 He made a big mistake, obviously, in the Stipe Miocic fight, Starting point is 00:02:39 Who knows? Starting point is 00:03:08 I mean, Frank Mir snapped arms. Starting point is 00:03:25 overall career, because he's definitely had ups and downs, but been in some amazing fights, Starting point is 00:04:01 off the charts the way he wraps you up is so neat He just tucks everything tight like that Fedor arm bar. Oh my god Starting point is 00:04:34 He's a huge guy Starting point is 00:04:52 He didn't give a fuck. Starting point is 00:05:11 And you know what? Starting point is 00:05:25 But he's also got a lot of skill, and he's getting better. Starting point is 00:05:42 When? Starting point is 00:05:50 You want to go? Starting point is 00:05:59 I do the every other week thing. Starting point is 00:06:20 and now they've got the UFC heavyweight champion. Starting point is 00:06:29 I think I'm open. Starting point is 00:06:39 Because Alistair has been fighting very smart lately. Starting point is 00:06:55 The thing about him, again, Starting point is 00:07:14 Who did he lose to? Starting point is 00:07:32 Right. Starting point is 00:07:50 The jiu-jitsu and the boxing or the kickboxing, put it all together. Starting point is 00:08:03 Nick Curzon, he's one of the students of Marv Marinovich. Starting point is 00:08:30 ruslan provodnikov provodnikov right i'm so high definitely shouldn't be doing this podcast right Starting point is 00:09:11 I wa...

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