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Nov 18, 2025 
Dana White, UFC president and master promoter, dives into the chaos of the fight world. He shares his views on boxing's decline and how the UFC plans to revolutionize it. Get the inside scoop on the UFC White House event and his fascinating experiences with Trump and Bill Maher. White talks about the intense relationships with fighters like Jon Jones and Francis Ngannou, revealing the real stakes behind the scenes. Plus, he discusses the UFC's gambling monitoring and his call to the FBI after suspicious betting patterns.
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UFC Flagged A Suspected Fixed Fight
- Dana White discovered irregular betting on a low-profile Apex fight and immediately called the FBI.
- The FBI showed up Monday and a full investigation followed, showing UFC flagged and acted on suspicious gambling activity.
White House Fight Plans With Oval Walkout
- Dana describes planning a UFC event at the White House with fighters walking from the Oval Office and the President wanting military guests.
- He insists the UFC will pay costs and envisions the White House as an unforgettable fight backdrop.
Monoculture Is Dead
- Dana White says monoculture in movies and media has ended because of streaming and social platforms.
- He argues that fewer shared cultural touchstones make it harder to create must-see events that unite broad audiences.