Podcast appearances and mentions of Conor McGregor

Two people who swore affidavits connected to Conor McGregor's appeal in the Nikita Hand civil rape case have now been charged with perjury. Samantha O'Reilly and Steven Cummins had provided evidence that McGregor's legal team initially intended to rely upon as part of his appeal, before that evidence was dramatically withdrawn. The development brings a fresh legal twist to a case that has already attracted international attention. In today's Indo Daily, Fionnán Sheahan is joined by Irish Independent security correspondent Robin Schiller to explain who the couple are, what they are accused of and what happens next.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In the high-octane world of mixed martial arts, Bilal Hasan embodies the essence of ‘main character energy.' Join host Brendan Fitzgerald as he dives deep into Bilal's journey from a young taekwondo prodigy to a rising star in the UFC. This episode reveals how Bilal harnesses his martial arts background and charismatic personality to captivate fans and dominate in the Octagon.Discover the pivotal moments that shaped Bilal's career, including his early days in Hawaii, his rise to the US national team, and the profound influence of icons like Michael Jackson and Conor McGregor. Bilal shares how he combines respect and showmanship to create a unique fighting style that keeps audiences on the edge of their seats.You'll learn about:The surprising connection between Bilal's martial arts training and his performance skills.How he balances the rigor of competition with the spotlight's pressure, all while remaining authentic to himself.Why embracing every aspect of MMA is crucial for success in this ever-evolving sport.Bilal's story is not just about fighting; it's about embracing who you are and thriving in the face of challenges. As he navigates newfound fame, he reflects on the importance of authenticity and connection with fans.This episode is essential listening for aspiring fighters, fans of the sport, and anyone looking for inspiration to pursue their passion unapologetically. Tune in to witness the evolution of a fighter who is just getting started!

In December 2024, MMA fighter and businessman Conor McGregor was found liable by a civil High Court jury for sexually assaulting Nikita Hand in a Dublin hotel in December 2018. In the years since, Hand has lived through events that changed her life forever. She has endured public scrutiny, courtrooms, headlines and toxic commentary, alongside an outpouring of solidarity and support. Now, with her new memoir, Not the Perfect Victim, the mother of two is reclaiming ownership of her story.In today's episode, Hand joins Róisín Ingle to talk about survival, motherhood, trauma and resilience, and what it means to finally tell her story in her own words.But first Irish Times opinion editor Jennifer O'Connell is here to discuss some of the biggest stories of the week including the proposed abolition of the mandatory three day wait for abortions in Ireland and the reaction to Oprah Winfrey's first ever live appearance in Dublin. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We sit down with Dr. Jim Afremow and Phil White to break down what actually holds up under pressure, from quick resets in the training room to the daily habits that build a champion identity. We share practical tools for fear management, self talk, recovery, and boundaries so you can compete with whatever you have today. • how elite athletes unravel mentally in real time and what helps in the next 60 seconds • why quirks and routines can help when they stay positive • the “go compete” mindset as a way to get out of your head • flipping the switch with the return to zero breath • using fear as energy and aiming it toward your target • why slogans can fail and how to make cues stickier • cold plunges and cold showers as mental toughness reps through self talk • standards over feelings and competing anyway • recovery without guilt, “off duty,” and not carrying what you care about • filtering outside advice and not obeying every thought or feeling For those listening, the code AP15 saves you 15% The book launches November 3rd, wherever books are sold, you can pre-order it now Jim Afremow, PhD, is a sport and performance psychologist, licensed professional counselor, and the bestselling author of The Champion's Mind, The Champion's Comeback, The Young Champion's Mind, The Leader's Mind, and The Creative's Mind. His books have sold more than 225,000 copies in English editions domestically and have inspired athletes, coaches, and leaders across every field.He has served as the staff mental coach for two Olympic teams (Greece Softball and India Field Hockey) and has worked with athletes in the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, PGA Tour, and UFC, as well as numerous Olympians. Jim has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and ESPN. He lives in Eugene, Oregon, and works globally with athletes and high performers to help them champion the day.Phil White is an Emmy-nominated writer, the coauthor of The Leader's Mind with Jim Afremow, and the co-host of The Basketball Strong Podcast with Tim DiFrancesco. Phil also cowrote Unplugged with Andy Galpin and Brian Mackenzie, Waterman 2.0 with Kelly Starrett, Game Changer with Fergus Connolly, and The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt. He has written for many leading human performance brands, including Momentous, Onnit, TRX, XPT, TrainingPeaks, TrainHeroic, and FAST by Conor McGregor. Follow him on Instagram @PhilWhiteBooks.Support the show Check out our Website | Twitter | LinkedIn | Instagram | Tiktok | Spotify | Apple | Google | Youtube l Save 15% on Perfect Sports Supplements

We're back with another massive episode this week. We start by recapping the massive UFC 331 event which saw Josh Van retain his world title, then we chat with Danny Mac, the man behind International Brawling Championship! IBC05 goes down Wednesday 23rd, and we breakdown the biggest and best fights on the card. This is going to be fireworks guaranteed. Hit the download button and step into the cage. Use code FOOK10 for 10% off all orders at Engage.

Welcome to the Strength Connection!Jim Afremow, PhD, is a sport and performance psychologist, licensed professional counselor, and the bestselling author of The Champion's Mind, The Champion's Comeback, The Young Champion's Mind, The Leader's Mind, and The Creative's Mind. His books have sold more than 225,000 copies in English editions domestically and have inspired athletes, coaches, and leaders across every field.Phil White is an Emmy-nominated writer, the coauthor of The Leader's Mind with Jim Afremow, and the co-host of The Basketball Strong Podcast with Tim DiFrancesco. Phil also cowrote Unplugged with Andy Galpin and Brian Mackenzie, Waterman 2.0 with Kelly Starrett, Game Changer with Fergus Connolly, and The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt. He has written for many leading human performance brands, including Momentous, Onnit, TRX, XPT, TrainingPeaks, TrainHeroic, and FAST by Conor McGregor. In this episode,  Jim and Phil discuss the mental game of champions, how to develop resilience, and practical strategies for everyday mental performance. They share insights from their books and experience working with elite athletes across sports.Follow Jim and Phil at:Jim: https://www.drjimafremow.com/IG: https://www.instagram.com/jimafremow/Phil: IG: https://www.instagram.com/philwhitebooks/?hl=en

Two years after winning her civil case against Conor McGregor, Nikita Hand is telling her story in her own words. In her memoir Not the Perfect Victim, she writes about the assault, her battle for justice and the personal cost of becoming one of the most recognisable women in Ireland. Irish Independent writer Tanya Sweeney joins Fionnán Sheahan on the Indo Daily to share what she learnt from meeting Nikita Hand, and how she is trying to build a new life after the verdict. We want to earn your trust and are members of the Trust Project. See our ethics policies at independent.ie/ourjournalism.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Josh and Brian talk to Dr. Jim Afremow and Phil White about their new book, The Daily Champions Mind: 365 Days of Mental Toughness Training with the World's Greatest Athletes.Jim Afremow, PhD, is a sport and performance psychologist, licensed professional counselor, and the bestselling author of The Champion's Mind, The Champion's Comeback, The Young Champion's Mind, The Leader's Mind, and The Creative's Mind. His books have sold more than 225,000 copies in English editions domestically and have inspired athletes, coaches, and leaders across every field.He has served as the staff mental coach for two Olympic teams (Greece Softball and India Field Hockey) and has worked with athletes in the NBA, NFL, MLB, NHL, PGA Tour, and UFC, as well as numerous Olympians. Jim has been featured in The New York Times, Forbes, and ESPN. He lives in Eugene, Oregon, and works globally with athletes and high performers to help them champion the day.Phil White is an Emmy-nominated writer, the coauthor of The Leader's Mind with Jim Afremow, and the co-host of The Basketball Strong Podcast with Tim DiFrancesco. Phil also cowrote Unplugged with Andy Galpin and Brian Mackenzie, Waterman 2.0 with Kelly Starrett, Game Changer with Fergus Connolly, and The 17 Hour Fast with Dr. Frank Merritt. He has written for many leading human performance brands, including Momentous, Onnit, TRX, XPT, TrainingPeaks, TrainHeroic, and FAST by Conor McGregor. Follow him on Instagram @PhilWhiteBooks.To learn more about Josh and Brian's backgrounds and sport psychology businesses, go to TiebreakerPsych.com and PerformanceXtra.com. If you have feedback about the show or questions on the mental game in tennis you can email us at tennisiqpodcast@gmail.com. If you're enjoying the show please rate us on your favorite podcast platform including Apple Podcasts and Spotify and write a review. Don't forget to subscribe on YouTube or your podcast platform of choice (Apple Podcasts, Spotify, etc.) to stay up to date on future episodes.

Nikita Hand, who won her case in 2025 when a civil jury in the high court found that Conor McGregor assaulted her by raping her, joined Brendan to talk about her new book ‘Not the Perfect Victim'. She spoke about the trauma she's lived with since, the difficult decision to seek justice and coming face to face with McGregor in the courtroom. She hopes her book will offer hope to other survivors. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week we welcome our friends John and Mike to the show, drink beers, and talk about life. Topics include:1. Would Conor McGregor beat the Mountain in a fight2. MMA in general3. Arnold Schwarzenegger vs. Sylvester Stallone4. Mike's "love" for Leonardo Di Caprio Movies that end in cliffhangers5. Why Mike "loves" conspiracy theories6. John's vast knowledge of pro fighting and movies7. Why leg kicks are elite.Enjoy!Episode resources: Sponsors:Honest Supplements:Business Website- ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://honestsupplements.com⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram - honestsupplementsElevation Strength & Conditioning:Business website - https://elevationfighter.comInstagram:Personal – billy20vandykeBusiness – coach.vandyke Podcast Instagram:welltakeitfromherepodcast

Patrick Bet-David sits down with Logan Paul at Vault 2026 for a candid conversation on Prime, WWE, content creation, failure, and businesses. Logan reveals the $100M exit mistake, his plan to fight Conor McGregor, the science behind storytelling, and how he built an audience of more than 100 million.------

Are elite athletes training harder than the demands of their sport require? This week, Richard Graves is joined by performance coach Colin Byrne, who spent seven years working with Conor McGregor as part of his training and corner team. Colin believes many athletes, particularly in combat sports, still confuse doing more work with preparing effectively. He explains why conditioning should reflect the actual structure of competition, how fatigue affects technical execution and why the ability to recover between intense efforts can decide contests. The conversation explores Colin's work with McGregor following his first defeat to Nate Diaz. He describes how introducing greater structure, separating skill development from conditioning and helping McGregor understand his own intensity transformed the preparation for their rematch just 14 weeks later. Colin also introduces his “one-round principle”, challenges the value of routinely exceeding competition distances in training and explains what combat sports can learn from cycling's measurement-led approach to performance. In this episode you will learn Why many combat athletes train too much without training specifically enough How fatigue affects decision-making and technical execution What Colin changed after Conor McGregor's first fight with Nate Diaz Why skill training and conditioning may need to be separated How heart rate and power data can help athletes understand pacing Why recovery between high-intensity efforts matters so much How the “one-round principle” changes the structure of fight preparation Why training beyond the demands of competition is not always productive What coaches can learn from cycling's approach to measurement How amateur athletes can make better use of limited training time About Colin Byrne Colin Byrne is a performance coach, martial artist and founder of the Shinobi Academy in Portugal. A former professional cyclist and European silver medallist in Brazilian jiu-jitsu, he holds black belts in both Brazilian jiu-jitsu and ninjutsu. Colin spent seven years travelling and working with Conor McGregor, helping to structure his conditioning following the first Nate Diaz fight and supporting him as a trainer and cornerman. His approach combines practical coaching experience, measurable performance data and a detailed understanding of the demands placed on combat athletes. FREE 7d SCIENCE FOR SPORT ACADEMY TRIAL SIGN UP NOW: https://bit.ly/SFSepisode241 ​ Learn Quicker & More Effectively ​ Optimise Your Athletes' Recovery ​ Position Yourself As An Expert To Your Athletes And Naturally Improve Buy-In ​ Reduce Your Athletes' Injury Ratese ​ Save 100's Of Dollars A Year That Would Otherwise Be Spent On Books, Courses And More ​ Improve Your Athletes' Performance ​ Advance Forward In Your Career, Allowing You To Earn More Money And Work With Elite-Level Athletes ​ Save Yourself The Stress & Worry Of Constantly Trying To Stay Up-To-Date With Sports Science Research

Brendan Schaub is back answering your biggest UFC and MMA questions on BBB Fan Questions.Brendan breaks down Islam Makhachev's chances of extending his historic winning streak at welterweight and explains why bigger fighters like Michael Morales and Ian Machado Garry could create serious problems for Islam. He also discusses whether UFC champions should be forced to fight twice a year, Sean O'Malley's next move, the possibility of a UFC legends card featuring Jon Jones, GSP and Conor McGregor, and why Michael “Venom” Page and Ian Machado Garry can produce frustrating fights.Plus, Brendan weighs in on UFC judging and grappling, fighters representing different countries, UFC prospects, Muay Thai fighters transitioning to MMA, athletic commissions and more.Drop FAN QUESTION in the YouTube comments for a chance to have your question answered on the next episode. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

You have 4 months left — enough time to change your body, your habits and your standard, or enough time to reach December exactly where you are right now. Four months is not a small amount of time. It's long enough to build a habit that lasts a decade and short enough that starting tomorrow already costs you. The clock runs either way — the only variable is you. It's about building a strong mindset, mastering self-discipline, and pushing forward when motivation fades. No shortcuts. No excuses. Just consistency, resilience, and growth. This episode is for those chasing their goals, working in silence, and choosing long-term success over short-term pleasure. My mission is to inspire personal growth, mental toughness, and a success mindset — helping you unlock your full potential and create a better life through discipline, focus, and commitment. Featuring words of wisdom from David Goggins, Jocko Willink, Alex Hormozi, Joe Rogan, Chris Williamson, Jordan Peterson, Wissam Nabulsi, Louis Farrakhan, Andy Frisella, Georges St-Pierre, Dr Mike Israetel, Chris Bumstead, Steven Bartlett, Greg Plitt, Shi Heng Yi, Louis Farrakhan, Mike Tyson, Kevin Hart, Denzel Washington, John Maxwell, Brian Tracy, Naval Ravikant, Steve Jobs, Jay Shetty, Matthew McConaughey, Conor McGregor, Lewis Hamilton, Tom Brady, Kobe Bryant, Theo Von, Chazz Palminteri and many more.Instagram- Daily_motivationsorgFacebook- @daily_motivationsorgSupport us PayPal

Marc “The Machine” Lobliner returns to the PricePlow Podcast for Episode #232, catching up on everything happening at CleanForm Nutrition and Ketone Labs since his last visit on Episode #186. This episode is sponsored by TruShieldâ„¢ Certified, the WADA-level banned substance testing program from Eagle Diagnostics and SMRTL, and Marc explains why CleanForm chose it to certify the CleanForm Nutrition goBHB Energy Shot. Mike, Marc, and Ben also crack open cans of Conor McGregor’s new MAC Energy drink, which runs on the same goBHB ketone ingredient that built Marc’s career, alongside PurCaf natural caffeine and Cognizin citicoline. Marc walks through his history fighting amino acid spiking, CleanForm’s full product lineup, a new Purest Creatine partnership with NNB Nutrition, and lessons from his recent hip replacement. TruShieldâ„¢ Certified App: Easier to Track New Drug-Tested Supplements TruShieldâ„¢ Certified is also proud to announce the creation of the TruShieldâ„¢ Certified App, so you can get notified when new products get certified. It’s a wide-ranging catch-up covering testing standards, celebrity-backed formulas, and three decades of supplement industry stories. Subscribe to the PricePlow Podcast on your favorite platform and sign up for alerts before diving in. https://blog.priceplow.com/podcast/marc-lobliner-trushield-certified-shots-232 Video: TruShieldâ„¢ Certified, MAC Energy, and Marc Lobliner’s goBHB Update https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MnCXO5JdZhU Detailed Show Notes: Marc Lobliner on TruShieldâ„¢ Certified, MAC Energy, and CleanForm Nutrition (0:00) – Introductions and Cracking Open MAC Energy (1:15) – BHB, Brain Health, and Recovery Stories (4:00) – An Avocado Oil Scare Puts Testing Front and Center (5:00) – The Amino Spiking Crusade (9:00) – Inside CleanForm Nutrition and the Case for TruShield (13:30) – Choosing TruShield Over BSCG and NSF (18:00) – Inside CleanForm’s Product Lineup (24:00) – Pürest Creatine by NNB Nutrition and Creapure (34:30) – Marc’s Hip Replacement and Recovery Protocol – No Ice! (43:15) – The MAC Energy formula by Conor McGregor (55:15) – BHB, Women’s Health, and Being Early to the Category (59:45) – Marc’s Business Partners Named Mike (1:02:00) – Rob Rogers and the Ketone Labs Comeback (1:04:15) – Sourcing, Marketing, and Old Industry War Stories (1:14:00) – Closing Thoughts: NFL Dosing and Thanks to This Episode’s Sponsor Where to Follow and Learn More Connect with Marc Lobliner, CleanForm Nutrition, and TruShieldâ„¢ Certified Marc Lobliner on Instagram: @marclobliner Marc Lobliner on LinkedIn CleanForm Nutrition on Instagram: @cleanformnutrition … Read more on the PricePlow Blog

Anthony “Fluffy” Hernandez suffered another setback at UFC Sacramento, and Brendan Schaub breaks down what the loss means for his future in the UFC.Is Fluffy simply too small for the middleweight division? Brendan explains why Hernandez's size is becoming a serious problem at 185 — but also why dropping to welterweight might not be the easy solution people think it is. Plus, what's next for Gregory “RoboCop” Rodrigues after the win? Brendan also reacts to Bo Nickal's recent wrestling loss and pushes back against fans claiming Bo is “washed,” discusses UFC fighter pay, the UFC's growing involvement in professional jiu-jitsu, Conor McGregor and Max Holloway going back and forth, Paddy Pimblett potentially moving to welterweight, and Jorge Masvidal's possible UFC return. Plus, fan questions on Ian Machado Garry's championship potential, Demetrious “Mighty Mouse” Johnson's GOAT case, Islam Makhachev, Michael Morales and more.Big Brown Breakdown 529 with Brendan Schaub.Subscribe for UFC news, MMA breakdowns, fight reactions and fan questions.Progressive - https://progressive.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

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Brendan Schaub answers your fan questions on a Sunday edition of Big Brown Breakdown and gets into some of the biggest debates happening in the UFC.Islam Makhachev may have surpassed Anderson Silva's legendary UFC winning streak, but does that automatically make Islam's run more impressive? Brendan explains why he gives Anderson Silva the edge, arguing that Silva's striking-heavy style exposed him to significantly more risk than the wrestling-based approach used by Islam and other elite Dagestani fighters. Brendan also builds the perfect heavyweight to defeat Jon Jones, discusses whether Conor McGregor vs Stephen “Wonderboy” Thompson makes sense, reacts to Ian Machado Garry embracing his heel role, and picks which current UFC champion has the best chance of moving up and winning another belt. Plus, Brendan discusses Michael Morales' wrestling, Islam carrying two UFC belts, a potential Mauricio Ruffy vs Diego Lopes matchup, whether Justin Gaethje could beat an untrained heavyweight, and Sergei Pavlovich's position in the heavyweight title picture. Full Violence x Big Brown Breakdown collab drops Wednesday. Subscribe for UFC breakdowns, MMA news, fight predictions and Big Brown Breakdown fan questions with Brendan Schaub.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub is back LIVE for another Big Brown Breakdown covering the latest UFC and MMA news, answering fan questions and breaking down this weekend's fights.Brendan reacts to reports that Sean Strickland signed a massive $20 million deal and discusses just how significant that kind of money could be for a UFC fighter outside of Conor McGregor. He also revisits the continuing Din Thomas and Jillian Robertson situation, including Thomas cornering Sean Brady and why the controversy continues to create bad PR. The show also gets into UFC fighter pay following the new media-rights deal, the problem with fighters reaching the UFC too quickly through Dana White's Contender Series, Yair Rodriguez's inactivity, Aljamain Sterling turning down an opponent outside the rankings, and the upcoming UFC Sacramento card. Later, Brendan explains why Alexander Volkanovski should consider moving to lightweight for a superfight with Justin Gaethje, discusses Reinier de Ridder at 205, gives his picks for UFC Sacramento, and talks about a potential upcoming UFC 332 main event. Big Brown Breakdown with Brendan Schaub — UFC news, MMA, fight predictions, fan questions and everything happening in combat sports.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen are back with another episode of The Fighter and The Kid.The guys get into discipline, self-sabotage and what separates talented people from those who actually reach their potential. That leads into a deep conversation about Conor McGregor's rise, his unbelievable level of fame, and whether his success ultimately became one of the biggest obstacles in his career. They also discuss Will Smith's career after the Oscars controversy, celebrity relationships, Tom Cruise and his family life, the pressures surrounding child stars, and the extreme world of youth sports parents. Later, the guys react to Hayden Panettiere describing a disturbing experience on a yacht when she was 18, debate the dangers surrounding young stars in Hollywood, react to Howie Mandel's viral “happy ending” story, discuss a bizarre Heinz customization controversy, Flock surveillance cameras, a potential Jon Jones biopic, and finish with a physical challenge in the studio. The Fighter and The Kid with Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen.Subscribe for comedy, UFC talk, current events and more.Larine - Right now, Larine is offering our listeners up to 50% off at http://buylarine.com/FATKO'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this episode of West of Knowhere we cover a range of stories: the Plymouth, Massachusetts murder trial of a woman accused of killing her three children; mounting morale and mental-health issues aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln after an extended deployment; and national headlines including Luigi Mangione's guilty plea, President Trump's push to swap EMALS for steam catapults, and newly surfaced documents linking Hugh Hefner to early warnings about Jeffrey Epstein. We also discuss the rise of private “Flock” surveillance cameras and their misuse, Conor McGregor ending his sobriety, listener comments and Google searches, and an “Am I the A-hole?” case about whether to tell a partner their pet snake has died.   Linktr.ee/wokpod   https://www.navytimes.com/news/your-military/2026/08/11/multiple-uss-abraham-lincoln-sailors-have-tried-to-go-overboard-amid-extended-deployment-families-say/?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a7badac325a7500012a81c8&utm_campaign=trueanthem&utm_medium=social&utm_source=bluesky https://www.stripes.com/branches/navy/2026-08-13/uss-george-washington-middle-east-abraham-lincoln-22541038.html https://abcnews.com/US/luigi-mangione-guilty-plea-expected-announced-friday-federal/story?id=135607454 https://ktar.com/arizona-news/chandler-drops-flock-after-audit-misuse https://newbedfordlight.org/new-bedford-police-officer-accused-of-using-flock-cameras-to-track-and-follow-ex-romantic-partner/ https://thenerdstash.com/hugh-hefner-warned-fbi-about-epstein-after-florida-playmate-was-allegedly-abused-they-ignored-him-of-all-people-being-disgusted/ https://abcnews.com/US/wireStory/killing-kids-lindsay-clancy-searched-hallucinations-psychosis-ways-135625829 https://apnews.com/article/trump-aircraft-carriers-steam-catapults-ffa9f3ce102ecd5d6126db03e901a56f https://www.operationsports.com/conor-mcgregor-announces-he-is-ending-his-sobriety-and-brad-pitt-inspired-him-to-drink-again-take-it-easy-brad/

Big Brown answers your Sunday Fan Q's! This week's Q&A covers Conor McGregor, Max Holloway, Islam Makhachev, Ian Garry, Arman Tsarukyan, Paddy Pimblett, Diego Lopes, women's MMA, and much more.The biggest debate of the episode: should Conor McGregor really jump straight into a fight with Max Holloway after such a long layoff?Big Brown breaks down why he believes Conor should get a different opponent first, comparing the situation to elite athletes in football, soccer, and baseball. He also explains why a long layoff can completely change the equation at the highest level of combat sports.Plus, Big Brown answers fan questions about:• Whether 25 is too old to pursue an MMA career• Arman Tsarukyan vs Huffy• Killian vs Diego Lopes• Paddy Pimblett's future at lightweight• What happens next for Islam Makhachev and Ian Garry• Ian Garry's coaching situation and fight strategy• Whether UFC fighters should compete in RAF• The state of women's MMA• Conor McGregor vs Max Holloway• What casual fans miss when studying elite fighters• Peptides, testosterone and bloodwork• Brothers fighting and wrestling• And plenty of Sunday Fan Q&A chaosDrop your own FAN QUESTION in the YouTube comments for a chance to have Big Brown answer it on a future Sunday Q&A.Like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more Big Brown Breakdown.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub breaks down UFC 330 and the massive main event between Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry. Can Garry's movement, striking and takedown defense solve the Islam Makhachev puzzle, or will Islam continue his historic run?Brendan also breaks down Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson, Ian Garry's controversial fight-week interviews and PR strategy, what an Ian Garry championship would mean for the UFC, and whether Islam Makhachev is building a legitimate case as the greatest fighter of all time.Plus, Joe Rogan's thoughts on Islam potentially retiring, Dana White's upcoming UFC schedule, Patchy Mix's UFC struggles, Nate Diaz calling for Jake Paul, Conor McGregor drinking again, and more from around the MMA world.Progressive - https://www.progressive.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Khabib Nurmagomedov is one of the greatest fighters of all time, who retired from the UFC undefeated with a perfect 29-0 record. We did this conversation entirely in Russian. It’s translated and dubbed into English. Both language audio tracks (and subtitles) are available on YouTube. Here, only the English audio is available. We worked hard to make it enjoyable to listen to, by carefully dubbing the translation using voice-cloning, as we’ve done for previous foreign-language podcasts. Thank you for listening ❤ Check out our sponsors: https://lexfridman.com/sponsors/ep500-sc See below for timestamps, transcript, and to give feedback, submit questions, contact Lex, etc. Transcript: https://lexfridman.com/khabib-nurmagomedov-transcript CONTACT LEX: Feedback – give feedback to Lex: https://lexfridman.com/survey AMA – submit questions, videos or call-in: https://lexfridman.com/ama Hiring – join our team: https://lexfridman.com/hiring Other – other ways to get in touch: https://lexfridman.com/contact EPISODE LINKS: Khabib’s Instagram: https://instagram.com/khabib_nurmagomedov/ Khabib’s YouTube: https://youtube.com/@KhabibTheEagle Khabib’s Facebook: https://facebook.com/KhabibTheEagle/ Khabib’s X: https://x.com/TeamKhabib Khabib’s Telegram: https://t.me/khabib_nurmagomedov Khabib’s Website: https://khabib.com SPONSORS: To support this podcast, check out our sponsors & get discounts: Wispr Flow: AI-powered voice dictation app. Go to https://wisprflow.ai/lex LMNT: Zero-sugar electrolyte drink mix. Go to https://drinkLMNT.com/lex Shopify: Sell stuff online. Go to https://shopify.com/lex BetterHelp: Online therapy and counseling. Go to https://betterhelp.com/lex Perplexity: AI-powered answer engine. Go to https://perplexity.ai/ OUTLINE: (00:00) – Introduction (01:29) – Sponsors, Comments, and Reflections (08:24) – Why Dagestan produces so many great fighters (18:31) – History of Dagestan warrior culture (27:51) – Hard training in the mountains of Dagestan (31:42) – The trap of fame, money, and power (42:23) – The key to Khabib’s dominance (53:36) – Discipline and hard work (1:06:04) – Street fights in Dagestan (1:19:45) – Khabib’s top pressure (1:25:29) – Khabib vs Conor McGregor (1:38:14) – Khabib’s toughest fight (1:46:02) – Greatest MMA fighters of all time (2:03:46) – Coaching (2:09:19) – Daniel Cormier (2:13:38) – Islam Makhachev (2:23:35) – Dana White (2:27:05) – Joe Rogan (2:29:20) – Ali Abdelaziz (2:31:57) – Football (2:39:12) – Messi vs Ronaldo (2:57:12) – Dubai (3:01:03) – God (3:08:46) – Advice for young people

Hour 1: Send us your big chunky problems: BadAdvice97@gmail.com! GenZ is saving movie theaters! Here are the 10 biggest movies of the year so far. Pro tip: Become best friends with your kids' friends' parents! Matthew Stafford owes back taxes. The dining manager may be the most important member of the household. How many times should you use a towel? Then, Vinnie poses a hypothetical that reveals a side to Sarah we have never seen! Hour 2: Trouble in paradise for Taylor and Travis? Well, at least for their pets. It turns out Brad Pitt partied with Beck at Taylor's wedding. Vinnie hopes he really does have it under control. Don't worry, Conor McGregor is capitalizing on the discussion. Henry Winkler says his parents were embarrassed by him until he succeeded. Sarah and Bob try to convince Vinnie to go to Iceland. A hair care brand is rolling a giant ball of hair through New York City. A high school football player found a venomous snake IN HIS HELMET! Hour 3: Let's Bridge The Gap! It's Sarah and Vinnie's weekly battle of the generations. Bob's already talking a big game, hopefully listener Olivia can deliver! Or, will Nicole pull off the highly coveted 3-peat for GenX?! By the way, if you've ever wanted to be a contestant, email Matty: SarahandVinnie@audacy.com. Then, shoutout to all the forgotten middle children out there. Maybe ease your sorrows with some records today. Remember when walkmen were SO convenient? Vinnie makes a case for letting kids learn to do things for themselves. BTW, this stuff is DANGEROUS! Do you say something if a cashier forgets to ring something up? Hour 4: Olivia Rodrigo's all-women music festival set times are out. The Rock is getting into music - let's take a listen! Oh wait, it's actually kinda good. Rod Stewart has cancelled his tour. This is probably the right call. What's going on with Tony Romo? What's this generation's Asbestos? Well, it's probably microplastics, right?

Trouble in paradise for Taylor and Travis? Well, at least for their pets. It turns out Brad Pitt partied with Beck at Taylor's wedding. Vinnie hopes he really does have it under control. Don't worry, Conor McGregor is capitalizing on the discussion. Henry Winkler says his parents were embarrassed by him until he succeeded. Sarah and Bob try to convince Vinnie to go to Iceland. A hair care brand is rolling a giant ball of hair through New York City. A high school football player found a venomous snake IN HIS HELMET!

Ella Langley's hit song, "Choosin Texas" made history by staying number one on the Hot 100 for 17 weeks. Conor McGregor says he's coming out of sobriety in honor of Brad Pitt.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Ian Garry may be a massive underdog against Islam Makhachev at UFC 330 — but Big Brown Breakdown explains why this matchup could be much tougher for Islam than people expect.Brendan breaks down the stylistic matchup between Islam Makhachev and Ian Machado Garry, including Garry's size, distance management, striking, takedown defense, hips and ability to frustrate opponents from the outside.The episode also breaks down Kilian Salcido's huge performance against Mateusz Gamrot and whether the young lightweight prospect is ready to start fighting the elite names in the division.Plus, Big Brown Breakdown discusses UFC 330's overall fight card, Mackenzie Dern vs. Gillian Robertson, Mark Zuckerberg training with UFC fighters, Conor McGregor's recovery, Dana White and Zuffa Boxing, the new UFC Apex, Tommy McMillan, Patty Pimblett and plenty of fan questions.DraftKings - New DraftKings customers, sign up with code SCHAUBSHOW spend five bucks to get one hundred fifty in rewards within 14 days, includes all markets. That's code SCHAUBSHOW.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On Episode 3,691, the guys discussed the PFL MVP merger and went over two MMA cards to. They also spoke to Lerryan Douglas.

Brendan Schaub is back with another Big Brown Breakdown Live, covering the biggest MMA stories of the week.This episode dives into the Anthony Smith situation, UFC Fight Night predictions, the future of the MVP/PFL merger, Conor McGregor's injury, Michael Venom Page, Jake Paul, Sean Strickland, heavyweight MMA, and whether anyone can realistically challenge the UFC's dominance.Brendan also answers fan questions about upcoming fights, heavyweight wrestling, football, training, anxiety before competition, and much more during another Friday live stream.If you enjoy UFC news, MMA analysis, fight predictions, and live fan discussions, make sure to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen return with another episode of The Fighter and The Kid, breaking down the biggest stories in MMA and beyond.This episode dives into the growing conversation surrounding Ian Machado Garry's recent media appearances ahead of his fight with Islam Makhachev. Brendan explains why he believes Garry's interviews are hurting his public image despite being one of the UFC's most talented fighters.The guys also discuss Conor McGregor's latest injury updates, whether fans should believe he'll return to the Octagon, potential comeback opponents, and what the future holds for one of the biggest stars in combat sports.Other topics include life after Los Angeles, Texas living, youth football safety, bull riding, jiu-jitsu, recovery, peptides, health optimization, and plenty of classic TFATK banter.If you're a fan of UFC news, MMA analysis, Brendan Schaub, Bryan Callen, and combat sports discussions, this episode has plenty to unpack.Subscribe for more TFATK clips, UFC reactions, fight breakdowns, and MMA news every week.Lucy - Save 20% on your first online Lucy order at https://lucy.co/fighter with promo code FIGHTER!O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's PART 1 with former WWE and WCW World Heavyweight champion Booker T! Join Booker and Steve as they cover some of Booker T's early days training in Texas under Scott Casey and Ivan Putski as well as correcting some history from King of the Ring 2001. Also, with Steve and Booker being into MMA, the guys break down this past weekend's UFC 228 as well as thoughts on Conor McGregor and other topics in the fight game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Conor McGregor's latest injury update has fans asking more questions than answers, and Brendan Schaub isn't convinced everything adds up.On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan gives his honest reaction to Conor's knee injury, why the lack of swelling and rehabilitation footage raises questions, and what it could mean for a potential UFC return.Brendan also reacts to Sean Strickland's emotional interview with Sean Ryan, explaining why it completely changed the way many fans view the former UFC champion. Plus, he discusses Paddy Pimblett's rise, Tom Aspinall vs Ciryl Gane, Darren Till's BKFC matchup, Ian Machado Garry, Dustin Poirier's sponsorship controversy, Arman Tsarukyan's future, UFC heavyweight matchmaking, and much more.If you love UFC news, MMA analysis, fighter breakdowns, and Brendan Schaub's unfiltered opinions, make sure to subscribe for every episode of Big Brown Breakdown.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode the boys are Back from a chaotic weekend in Vegas for CJs Surpise bachelor party, we went to powerslap, met celebrities, lost money on Connor Mcgregor, and Ken found love! We then dive into kens drunk alter ego Greg, who is a menace, as well as fights at the bar, and much more. Enjoy fellas! Get up to $200 off Square hardware when you sign up at square.com/go/wideopen! #squarepod Don't sleep on [@ultrapouches]. New customers get 15% Off with code WIDEOPEN at takeultra.com! #UltraPouches #ad To watch the podcast on YouTube: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenYT⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Don't forget to subscribe to the podcast for free wherever you're listening or by using this link: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenWithCboysTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you like the show, telling a friend about it would be amazing! You can text, email, or send this link to a friend: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://bit.ly/LifeWideOpenWithCboysTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ You can also check out our main YouTube channel CboysTV: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.youtube.com/c/CboysTV⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠  

Tommy McMillan continues to build serious momentum, and Brendan Schaub explains why the UFC needs to be patient instead of rushing one of its most exciting young prospects.On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan answers questions from the live chat covering Tommy McMillan's future, Conor McGregor's comeback timeline, Islam Makhachev's path at welterweight, Bo Nickal vs Khamzat Chimaev, Paddy Pimblett, Charles Oliveira, Sean O'Malley, UFC matchmaking, Ryan Clark's ESPN exit, MrBeast, and much more.Brendan also gives advice to young fighters, discusses referee controversies, reacts to UFC rumors, shares stories from his own fighting career, and explains why proper fighter development matters more than chasing hype.If you enjoy weekly UFC analysis, MMA breakdowns, fan Q&A episodes, and behind-the-scenes fight talk, be sure to subscribe and join us every week.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

UFC's Bantamweight Superstar “Suga” Sean O'Malley joins the boys to discuss Conor McGregor's BRUTAL leg injury Vs Max Holloway, his ICONIC Salute KO at the White House, Paddy Pimblett Vs Logan Paul, taking the belt back from Petr Yan, losing $101,000 on Argentina

Dricus Du Plessis picked up another huge win over Kamaru Usman, but according to Brendan Schaub, the biggest story from UFC Fight Night wasn't the main event—it was the arrival of Tommy McMillan.On this episode of Big Brown Breakdown, Brendan breaks down DDP's dominant performance against Usman, explains why Kamaru still has plenty left at welterweight, and discusses what's next for the UFC middleweight division with Khamzat Chimaev, Sean Strickland, Joe Pyfer, and the rest of the title picture.Brendan also explains why Tommy McMillan may be the UFC's next breakout superstar, why the promotion needs to be patient with his development, and why Fatima Kline looks destined to become a future UFC champion.Plus, Brendan reacts to Conor McGregor's latest injury update, Patty Pimblett reportedly being contacted for a role on MobLand, Colby Covington's performance at Real American Freestyle, Max Holloway's viral relationship story, Sean Strickland making headlines once again, Canelo Alvarez firing back at MMA fighters, and all the biggest news from the world of combat sports.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No guest today. Just me and Michael running through the week. Conor McGregor goes down in 19 seconds, and why I can respect the athlete and have zero respect for the man. Paddy Pimblett's submission of the night. A man in Yellowstone launched ten feet in the air by a bison, and why you never treat a wild animal the size of a small SUV like a pet. The hot springs that have killed at least 22 people since 1890. E. Jean Carroll collects her judgment against Trump, and the difference between criticizing an action and vilifying a person. The war in Iran, the cost, and the fact that nobody can tell you what we're actually trying to accomplish. Social media as the greatest propaganda machine ever built. A Georgia family selling their home so power lines can feed an AI data center. Flock cameras and how close the surveillance key is to being turned. And Ben Franklin, who we've apparently been misquoting this whole time. Join the Cleared Hot Newsletter: https://www.clearedhotpodcast.com Take the Operator Code Assessment: https://www.theoperatorcode.com Today's Sponsors:  Tiny Health:  Get $50 off your first at-home test kit at https://www.tinyhealth.com/clearedhot Hexclad:  Listeners get 10% off your order with our exclusive link. Just head to https://www.hexclad.com/clearedhot

Tim Kennedy is finally addressing the controversy surrounding his book and the allegations that have dominated conversations across the military, podcast, and combat sports communities.On this episode of The Fighter and The Kid, Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen break down Kennedy's response, discuss accountability, fame, success, and why so many public figures struggle when they reach the top.The guys also react to the surprising news that Tom Segura and Christina Pazsitzky are divorcing after nearly two decades together, discuss Conor McGregor's latest business venture and UFC comeback, debate celebrity psychology, and cover several wild current events making headlines.Topics include Tim Kennedy, Conor McGregor, Tom Segura, Christina Pazsitzky, Jordan Peterson, Floyd Mayweather, Lionel Messi, World Cup discussion, UFC news, podcast culture, and much more.Quo - Try QUO for free PLUS get 20% off your first 6 months when you go to https://www.quo.com/FIGTHERO'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this week's Ask Me Anything, Ryan Michler and Kipp Sorensen kick things off by discussing the latest UFC headlines, Conor McGregor's return, Patty Pimblett's impressive performance, and what happens when people tie their identity to something that eventually expires. They also unpack the recent Yellowstone bison incident and the lessons it teaches about respecting nature and recognizing danger. Then they answer listener questions on authenticity, difficult conversations in marriage, job loss and identity, misconceptions in the manosphere, seeking a father's approval, dementia, and whether hunting builds better men or simply reinforces lessons learned elsewhere.   SHOW HIGHLIGHTS 00:00 Cold Open 01:48 Episode Begins 06:51 UFC Headlines: Patty Pimblett, Conor McGregor & Identity 16:12 Yellowstone Bison Attack & Lessons from Nature 25:30 AMA: How to Live Authentically 42:40 AMA: Job Loss, Identity & Being a Provider 48:31 AMA: The Worst Advice in the Manosphere 52:45 AMA: Making Peace with a Father Facing Dementia 1:04:16 AMA: Does Hunting Build Better Men? 1:09:00 Closing Thoughts   Battle Planners: Pick yours up today! Order Ryan's new book, The Masculinity Manifesto. For more information on the Iron Council brotherhood. Want maximum health, wealth, relationships, and abundance in your life? Sign up for our free course, 30 Days to Battle Ready  

On today's episode, Andy & DJ discuss Mitch McConnell breaking his silence on his mysterious hospitalization after Graham's death, Top ex-Iranian commander boasting that Iran can assassinate Trump inside White House, and Conor McGregor announcing surgery after his devastating UFC 329 injury.

Brendan Schaub and Bryan Callen react to the fallout from UFC 329 and debate what's next for Conor McGregor after another devastating setback. They discuss whether Conor should continue fighting in the UFC, pursue a boxing match with Jake Paul, or finally walk away from MMA.The guys also break down Gable Steveson's UFC debut, Paddy Pimblett's rise, Robert Whittaker's move to light heavyweight, heavyweight matchmaking, and the biggest stories in combat sports. Topics include: Conor McGregor's future UFC 329 recap Jake Paul vs Conor McGregor Gable Steveson UFC debut Paddy Pimblett Robert Whittaker Mario Bautista UFC heavyweight division Matt Mitrione stories Brian Callen & Brendan Schaub UFC analysis Larine - Right now, Larine is offering our listeners up to 50% off at http://buylarine.com/FATKPaka - To grab your PAKA hoodie, go to http://pakaapparel.com/. That's http://pakaapparel.com/O'Reilly - https://oreillyauto.com/FIGHTERMomentus - If you want to try Momentous Signature Spec Creatine, head to https://www.livemomentous.com/ and use code FATK for up to 35% off your entire first orderBlueprint - For a limited time only, new customers get 20% off + free shipping at http://blueprint.bryanjohnson.com/ by using code Fighter at checkout.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Savage recounts meeting Senator Lindsey Graham during Trump's first term. He recalls appreciating Graham's frank, humble personality, but detesting his warmongering policies. He argues Graham's death at 71 was a heart attack or travel-related clot, rejecting claims Russia, Iran, or others killed him. He then shifts to commentary on immigration-related sexual crimes in Germany, cultural decline in Europe and Ireland. He covers Conor McGregor's comeback loss and injury, while discussing aging, mortality, and health. He discusses his final Newsmax TV episode after 72 shows and his plans moving forward. He will be focusing his energy on his Healing Wheel Society (healingwheel.org)

UFC 329 was a major flop after Conor McGregor blew out his knee in record speed and Paddy the Baddy is back (00:00:00-00:12:53). We talk World Cup and its the best 4 teams in the semis as people are mad about red cards and it may finally be coming home for England (00:12:53-00:24:24). We talk some national sports podcast topics, Madden 99 leaked, Wimbledon and more (00:24:24-00:38:41). Who's back of the week including guys getting trucked by Bisons, Big Cat getting his big check at Wrigley, and our guy Mardy Fish wins the American Century Championship (00:38:41-00:59:06). Tony Romo joins the show to talk football, his career, the Wisconsin Dells, his famous Pizza Hut hat, the noises he makes on the broadcast, favorite interceptions and more (00:59:06-02:07:47). We finish with the Mt Rushmore of guys wed want to see ride a horse.You can find every episode of this show on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or Netflix. Prime Members can listen ad-free on Amazon Music. For more, visit barstool.link/pardon-my-take

"What's up, playa?" We would sing 'Hey Jude,' but The Beatles are litigious, so we're doing Wonderwall instead. We've got Mike's World Cup updates, Dan's frustration with UFC selling a broken Conor McGregor, and Tony heading to the Kaseya Center for a workout with the Miami Heat Camp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Bomani Jones is back from NBA Summer League in Las Vegas with a loaded episode of The Right Time, starting with the wildest story of the weekend: the Bam Adebayo-Tyler Herro fight. From there, Bo gets into Victor Wembanyama's five-year, $252 million extension with the San Antonio Spurs and explains why taking less than the full max could be great for the team but dangerous as a precedent for NBA stars. He also talks Summer League standouts, the AJ Dybantsa vs. Darryn Peterson matchup, the ongoing Kawhi Leonard and LA Clippers investigation & whether anyone actually cares how that case ends. He also reacts to Conor McGregor's latest injury in Las Vegas, and Jalen Brown's recent comments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

"Tortitillas." The Big 12 is going in a new direction, and Jessica has all the details. She is also fired up about the Taylor Swift-Travis Kelce wedding, room-temperature bacon, and mispronunciations. Plus, Tony has all the details on Conor McGregor's return. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Lukas Gage (I Wrote This For Attention, Voicemails for Isabelle, and The White Lotus) is an actor and author. Lukas joins Armchair Expert to discuss growing up in a chaotic family in San Diego, surviving a brutal hate crime as a teenager, and being sent to a troubled teen wilderness program. Lukas and Dax talk about navigating Hollywood as a closeted actor, the surreal experience of getting married on The Kardashians, and Conor McGregor fracturing a disc in his back while filming Road House. Lukas explains how a BPD diagnosis changed the way he understood himself, how shame and secrecy can distort identity, and what it means to stop performing for other people's approval.Check Allstate first for a quote that could save you hundreds: https://www.allstate.com/See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.