JRE MMA Show #172 with Gable Steveson

In this episode of The Joe Rogan Experience, Joe Rogan interviews Gable Steveson, an Olympic gold medalist wrestler transitioning to MMA. They discuss Steveson's background, including being named after wrestling icon Dan Gable, his ventures into football and WWE, and his decision to pursue MMA. Steveson shares insights into training with Jon Jones, his striking development, and his mindset towards competition. The conversation covers a range of topics, including the state of wrestling and MMA, the importance of mental fortitude, the dangers of bull riding, and the prevalence of drug-related issues, providing a comprehensive look into Steveson's journey and aspirations in the world of combat sports.

Outlines

Part 1: Background, Wrestling, and MMA Transition

Part 2: Training with Jon Jones

Part 3: Fighting Styles and Personal Anecdotes

Part 4: Training Philosophy and Combat Sports Analysis

Part 5: Fame, Focus, and Lifestyle

Part 6: Societal Issues and Risks

Part 7: Future Outlook

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The Joe Rogan Experience

Part 1: Background, Wrestling, and MMA Transition

Introduction to Gable Steveson and the State of Wrestling

Transition to MMA and Mother's Concerns

WWE Experience and Decision to Pursue MMA

Part 2: Training with Jon Jones

Training with Jon Jones and Mindset

Potential in MMA and Jones' Influence

Developing New Skills and the Importance of Wrestling

Part 3: Fighting Styles and Personal Anecdotes

Training Styles and Fear Factor

Fear Factor and Bull Riding

Fighting vs. Wrestling and Striking Training

Part 4: Training Philosophy and Combat Sports Analysis

Training Philosophies and Mental Toughness

The Importance of Mindset and Strength Training

Weight Classes and the UFC Title

Terrence Crawford and Mike Tyson

Mike Tyson and Tom Aspinall

Tom Aspinall and Eye Pokes

Part 5: Fame, Focus, and Lifestyle

Fame and the UFC

Focus on Excellence and Dogs

Dogs and Conspiracy Theories

Part 6: Societal Issues and Risks

Drugs and Fentanyl

Drugs and the UFC

Part 7: Future Outlook

The Future

JRE MMA Show #172 with Gable Steveson

The Joe Rogan Experience

Part 1: Background, Wrestling, and MMA Transition

00:03Introduction to Gable Steveson and the State of Wrestling

Introduction to Gable Steveson and the State of Wrestling

07:22Transition to MMA and Mother's Concerns

Transition to MMA and Mother's Concerns

15:06WWE Experience and Decision to Pursue MMA

WWE Experience and Decision to Pursue MMA

Part 2: Training with Jon Jones

21:35Training with Jon Jones and Mindset

Training with Jon Jones and Mindset

27:01Potential in MMA and Jones' Influence

Potential in MMA and Jones' Influence

33:39Developing New Skills and the Importance of Wrestling

Developing New Skills and the Importance of Wrestling

Part 3: Fighting Styles and Personal Anecdotes

40:01Training Styles and Fear Factor

Training Styles and Fear Factor

47:07Fear Factor and Bull Riding

Fear Factor and Bull Riding

53:35Fighting vs. Wrestling and Striking Training

Fighting vs. Wrestling and Striking Training

Part 4: Training Philosophy and Combat Sports Analysis

1:00:00Training Philosophies and Mental Toughness

Training Philosophies and Mental Toughness

1:07:06The Importance of Mindset and Strength Training

The Importance of Mindset and Strength Training

1:13:37Weight Classes and the UFC Title

Weight Classes and the UFC Title

1:20:22Terrence Crawford and Mike Tyson

Terrence Crawford and Mike Tyson

1:27:33Mike Tyson and Tom Aspinall

Mike Tyson and Tom Aspinall

1:33:35Tom Aspinall and Eye Pokes

Tom Aspinall and Eye Pokes

Part 5: Fame, Focus, and Lifestyle

1:40:00Fame and the UFC

Fame and the UFC

1:47:12Focus on Excellence and Dogs

Focus on Excellence and Dogs

1:53:35Dogs and Conspiracy Theories

Dogs and Conspiracy Theories

Part 6: Societal Issues and Risks

2:00:35Drugs and Fentanyl

Drugs and Fentanyl

2:07:32Drugs and the UFC

Drugs and the UFC

Part 7: Future Outlook

2:14:26The Future

The Future