

The Conor McGregor Coke Spiral, CTE, And Brain Trauma - With Joe Rogan
Dec 31, 2024
The discussion dives into the grim realities of brain trauma in combat sports, highlighting Conor McGregor's challenges. It examines the mental health impacts fighters endure and considers innovative treatments like cerebrolysin. The conversation also touches on the broader implications for athlete safety, revealing the unseen toll of repeated trauma in the ring.
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McGregor in Roadhouse
- Shane Gillis joked about Conor McGregor playing a coked-out version of himself in Roadhouse.
- This highlights McGregor's known drug use and erratic behavior.
Fighters' Discomfort
- Fighters often experience a constant state of discomfort due to their dopamine and cortisol levels being affected.
- This might be caused by repeated head trauma during their careers.
Subconcussive Trauma and CTE
- Subconcussive trauma, even from seemingly minor impacts like heading a soccer ball or riding jet skis, can cause CTE.
- This is because of repeated 'thumps' rather than only knockouts.