#2423 - John Cena | The Joe Rogan Experience

In this episode of the Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan interviews professional wrestler and actor John Cena, accompanied by Tony Hinchcliffe, who provides wrestling expertise. Cena discusses his journey learning Mandarin, a cultural misunderstanding he experienced in China, and the importance of accountability. They delve into the pro wrestling business, the WWE's talent development programs, and the physical toll of wrestling. Cena shares insights into his career, including his early days, his transition to acting, and the philosophy that guides his life, emphasizing gratitude, continuous learning, and embracing opportunities. The conversation also touches on the success of iShowSpeed and the importance of staying true to oneself.

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#2423 - John Cena

The Joe Rogan Experience

Introduction to John Cena and Learning Mandarin

The Taiwan Incident and Accountability

Pro Wrestling Heroes and the Rigors of the Business

Tony Hinchcliffe's WWE Offer and John Cena's Introduction to Pro Wrestling

Pain Tolerance, Personal Experiences, and the Value of Losing

Diplomacy, Martial Arts, and the Demands of WWE

Saying Yes to the Thing and John Cena's Hip-Hop Persona

Heel Turns, Audience Engagement, and Universal Emotions

Coordination, Long-Term Storytelling, and the Importance of Failure

The Importance of Conversations and the Value of Opportunity

Optimism Bias and the Importance of Gratitude

The Gift of Not Having Doting Parents and the Importance of Wrestling

The Transition to Acting and the Importance of Hustle and Patience

The Co-opting of Gratitude and the Importance of Earning It

The Importance of Humility and the Super Kick

iShowSpeed and the Power of YouTube

#2423 - John Cena

The Joe Rogan Experience

00:13Introduction to John Cena and Learning Mandarin

Introduction to John Cena and Learning Mandarin

07:44The Taiwan Incident and Accountability

The Taiwan Incident and Accountability

15:10Pro Wrestling Heroes and the Rigors of the Business

Pro Wrestling Heroes and the Rigors of the Business

20:48Tony Hinchcliffe's WWE Offer and John Cena's Introduction to Pro Wrestling

Tony Hinchcliffe's WWE Offer and John Cena's Introduction to Pro Wrestling

28:13Pain Tolerance, Personal Experiences, and the Value of Losing

Pain Tolerance, Personal Experiences, and the Value of Losing

39:51Diplomacy, Martial Arts, and the Demands of WWE

Diplomacy, Martial Arts, and the Demands of WWE

47:50Saying Yes to the Thing and John Cena's Hip-Hop Persona

Saying Yes to the Thing and John Cena's Hip-Hop Persona

57:01Heel Turns, Audience Engagement, and Universal Emotions

Heel Turns, Audience Engagement, and Universal Emotions

1:07:08Coordination, Long-Term Storytelling, and the Importance of Failure

Coordination, Long-Term Storytelling, and the Importance of Failure

1:14:23The Importance of Conversations and the Value of Opportunity

The Importance of Conversations and the Value of Opportunity

1:25:35Optimism Bias and the Importance of Gratitude

Optimism Bias and the Importance of Gratitude

1:33:17The Gift of Not Having Doting Parents and the Importance of Wrestling

The Gift of Not Having Doting Parents and the Importance of Wrestling

1:41:02The Transition to Acting and the Importance of Hustle and Patience

The Transition to Acting and the Importance of Hustle and Patience

1:50:18The Co-opting of Gratitude and the Importance of Earning It

The Co-opting of Gratitude and the Importance of Earning It

1:57:23The Importance of Humility and the Super Kick

The Importance of Humility and the Super Kick

2:04:11iShowSpeed and the Power of YouTube

iShowSpeed and the Power of YouTube