The Joe Rogan Experience #1416 - Rob Kearney
Jan 21, 2020
Rob Kearney, the only openly gay professional strongman and American record holder for the log press, shares his inspiring journey. He discusses the acceptance of LGBTQ+ identities in strength sports and the humorous challenges of navigating relationships and past romances. Kearney also delves into the grueling training regimens, recovery strategies, and the unique dynamics of strongman competitions while highlighting the importance of representation and authenticity in sports. Plus, he shares insights on the rise of strongman events and the thrill of competing.
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First Mohawk Guest
- Rob Kearney is the first guest with a mohawk, specifically a rainbow one, on the Joe Rogan Experience.
- He jokes about his Instagram handle, "World's Strongest Gay."
Strongman Community Acceptance
- Strongman community is accepting of LGBTQ+ athletes, focused on performance.
- Rob Kearney's coming out was met with support; his strength was the priority.
Coming Out Story
- Rob Kearney came out as gay in 2014 at age 22, considering himself a late bloomer.
- He didn't have a specific "aha" moment but realized his sexuality through experiences.