The Joe Rogan Experience JRE MMA Show #121 with Bobby Green
Apr 13, 2022
Bobby Green, an electrifying UFC lightweight known for his dynamic fighting style, joins the conversation alongside his father, Jack Benny, who has been instrumental in Bobby's MMA journey. They discuss the trials and triumphs of mixed martial arts, sharing nostalgic stories from early experiences. The duo reflects on the evolution of the sport, mental health challenges, and the ethics surrounding performance-enhancing drugs. Bobby also reveals his personal growth through coaching and the balancing act between the fight game and life outside the ring.
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Ice House Memories
- Bobby Green recalls hanging out with Joe Rogan at the Ice House over a decade ago.
- Rogan didn't initially recognize Green, a common occurrence due to Green's ever-changing appearance.
Early MMA Struggles
- Modern fighters don't appreciate the challenges faced by earlier MMA generations.
- Early gyms were scarce, requiring fighters to piece together training from different disciplines.
Discovering Shad Smith
- Green's first MMA coach, Shad Smith, was discovered through Felony Fights.
- Smith's compassion in a fight and tapout association attracted Green.